Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Princeton, TX

New York Post

Four people have been arrested in Texas for running a “forced labor” scheme from an unassuming home on a quiet block, leaving neighbors stunned.

Fifteen women were found living in a home in Princeton — about 45 miles northeast of downtown Dallas — following a welfare check where they were forced to sleep on the floor when they weren’t working, according to Fox 4 News.

There was essentially no furniture in the home — just blankets and a bunch of computers and other electronics, police said in an announcement Monday. 

The women were reported to police by a pest control company that...

15 women found sleeping on floor of bare Texas home were trafficked for ‘forced labor’: police

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Butler, PA

The father of would-be Donald Trump assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks has revealed the family is just trying to “take care of ourselves” — as he stepped out in public for the first time since the shooting.

Matthew Brian Crooks, 53, made the remarks as he was spotted leaving a grocery store on Monday, Fox News reported.





Pennsylvania cops take some blame for Trump assassination attempt, but say protecting ex-prez was Secret Service’s job



“We just want to try to take care of ourselves right now. Please, just give us our space,” Crooks said as he loaded bag-loads of items into his car.

“We’re going...

Trump shooter Thomas Matthew Crooks’ father speaks out for first time after son tried to assassinate former president

New Mexico State

Ruidoso, NM

NEW MEXICO – Investigators with the FBI suspect that some of the devastating wildfires in New Mexico may have been man-made. According to a report from NBC, the FBI identified a man and a woman as possible suspects in six wildfires earlier this year, including the Salt Wildfire near Ruidoso.

FBI believes a man and a woman started damaging wildfires in New Mexico

Manhattan, NY

Two women have been charged in a romance scam that defrauded at least 16 elderly men out of over $7 million, according to federal prosecutors in Manhattan. Rosanna Lisa Stanley and Gina Guy allegedly lured their victims with fabricated stories and false promises, leading to their arrests last month. Elaborate...

Manhattan: Two women charged in $7 million romance scam targeting elderly men

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Clarke County, MS

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Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Virginia State

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A local woman is now in custody following an incident on July 4th when she allegedly attacked another woman by hitting her with a plate, causing numerous injuries to the victim.

Woman Arrested After Allegedly Assaulting Another with Plate on July 4th Incident in Douglas

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were in medicine cabinets in many Virginia homes decades ago. They were in bottles with droppers that gallons the red liquid. Looking at that old bottle in the above image brings back many memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many Virginia homes

Anchorage, AK

Daily Express reports that Roger Allan Holmberg Sr., a Virginia pastor, has been accused of hitting his wife while on an Alaskan Airlines flight from Seatle to Anchorage. Holberg allegedly verbally and physically abused his wife, who said she has epilepsy, and her husband hit her in the head, knowing it could cause a seizure.

Virginia pastor facing federal charges after he allegedly hit his wife on an Alaskan Airlines flight

Athens, GA

Now Habersham

A 19-year-old Lawrenceville man is in custody after allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor, according to a news release from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Teen arrested for kidnapping and molestation after Athens hit-and-runs

Dallas, TX

UPI News

Initial reports that an explosion might have triggered a Friday night fire at the First Baptist Church in Dallas has federal investigators looking into the matter.

ATF investigating First Baptist Church fire in Dallas

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
The post Police Log, 7/10/2024 first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

Police Log, 7/10/2024

Wisconsin State

Ever visited a state where the locals were less than welcoming? Whether it’s the aggressive drivers or the cold shoulder, here are the top 20 rudest states in America. Ready to see if your state made the cut?. 19. Wisconsin. Known for its cold demeanor and unwelcoming attitude, Wisconsin...

America’s No.1 Rudest State, According to Americans

Bacon County, GA

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – A month after Big Lots released its Quarter 1 results reporting a net loss of $205.0 million, or $6.99 per share, the company website shows 54 stores closing in California with a 20% off sale.

List of 54 Big Lots stores closing in California with 20% off sale

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Young Thug is hoping his luck will change with a new judge in place. Young Thug and his attorney, Brian Steele, have filed another motion attempting to get bond as the YSL RICO trial has received a new judge, Paige Reese Whitaker. They argue Thug has strong ties to the community and isn't a flight risk. Additionally, they say he is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Young Thug Attempts To Get Bond From New Judge In YSL RICO Case

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Unidentified woman exhumed in effort to discover identity

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — The body of an unidentified female was exhumed in Luzerne County in an effort to uncover her identity. According to...

Unidentified woman exhumed in effort to discover identity

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