Columbus, OH

Polk County, FL

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Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Baldwyn, MS

Mississippi News Group

A Baldwyn man has been charged with kidnapping and assault involving his spouse according to a press release from the Prentiss County Sheriff's Department. On July 27th, 2024 Deputy Ethan Hester took a report from a victim that came to the Prentiss County Sheriff’s Department.

Local man charged with kidnapping and assault

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Virginia State

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Ronkonkoma, NY

Cheryl E Preston

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

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Pompano Beach, FL

Akeena

In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

Los Angeles, CA

L.A. TACO

L.A. TACO has identified the police officer seen in a viral video sucker-punching a detained man named Alexander Mitchell in Watts over the weekend as Los Angeles Police Department Officer (LAPD) Joshua Sportiello.

LAPD Officer Identified After Punching Detained Man In Face In Watts On Video

Georgia State

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Appling County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man from Appling County, Christopher Eric Stone, with a significant criminal history, was recently sentenced to over five years in prison after pleading guilty to possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, according to officials from the Department of Justice.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for in Federal Prison for Meth Distribution

New York City, NY

It's no secret that New Yorkers take pride in just about everything they do. And while the state varies greatly from metropolis to rural landscape, one undeniable thing remains consistent throughout: the top-quality food. Luckily, all it takes is a set of wheels to embark on a New York food-focused road trip to get the best of the best of the Empire State.

Eat The Best Food In New York On This Scenic Road Trip Through The State

Florida State

Jacksonville Today

Republican Donald Trump has a 7-point lead over Democrat Kamala Harris among Florida voters, 49% to 42%, according to a new poll from the University of North Florida. Four percent are backing another candidate, and 6% are undecided or didn’t answer.

New Florida poll: Trump leads; support strong for abortion and recreational weed

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Miami, FL

New York Post

A woman was repeatedly stabbed and nearly thrown over a railing in the lobby of the Miami International Airport late Saturday night, sending the travel hub into chaos, according to reports.

The horrific ordeal happened in the international greeters lobby, where the woman was attacked around 11:30 p.m., ABC reported, citing police. The as-yet unidentified woman is now in the hospital in critical condition.

“We want to assure the public that the situation is under control and the safety of our passengers, staff, and visitors remains our top priority,” airport officials said in a statement. 



Authorities responded immediately, and the situation was...

Woman stabbed multiple times at Miami airport in apparent random attack, sending passengers into panic

Schuylkill County, PA

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

SHENANDOAH – A Shenandoah man is in Schuylkill County Prison after police said his dog...
The post PSP: Man’s loose dog attacked passersby; man fled first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

PSP: Man’s loose dog attacked passersby; man fled

Orlando, FL

Flights to Orlando Airport are up this year according to Visit Orlando, however, one airline is ending a non-stop service to Orlando International Airport (MCO). Many people opt to fly into Orlando International Airport for their Disney World vacation. The airport is under an hour away from the theme parks and offers many airlines to get you there. But now when travel is up, one airline is canceling a route.

A POPULAR Airline Announced It Is Ending Flights to Orlando International Airport

South Padre Island, TX

Whether you're planning a relaxing vacation or traveling for business, getting a good night's sleep when you're on the road can have a big impact on the success of your trip. If you're a light sleeper, a hotel stay can be particularly brutal. You may be resigned to the fact that there are too many disruptions to allow for good rest, and there isn't much you can do about it, but help is on the way. There are ways for guests to be savvy about making requests for quieter rooms. We spoke exclusively about this issue with Rene Valdez, General Manager at the beachfront Holiday Inn Resort in South Padre Island, Texas. While many people know to ask for a room far away from the ice machine, Valdez explains that guests can also ask for other types of accommodations, such as a room that is not underneath the ballroom or rooftop pool.

The Little-Known Requests Light Sleepers Can Make For A More Peaceful Hotel Stay

Jersey City, NJ

Essex County, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Efrin Wade, a former correctional officer at Essex County Correctional Facility (ECCF), has admitted to accepting $14,000 in bribes to smuggle contraband, including tobacco and a cell phone, into the facility for inmates. The announcement was made today by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Correctional Officer Guilty of Smuggling Contraband: $14K in Bribes Accepted

The Transportation and Safety Administration (TSA) is screening nearly 3 million travelers a week this summer, eyeballing every single carry-on. And they’re finding all sorts of things in travelers’ carry-ons that cause delays and those passengers to either get patted down or interrogated. If you’re traveling anytime soon,...

The 'Dirty Dozen' carry-on items that will get you pulled aside by TSA

Travel Smarter! Sign up for our free newsletter. Are you usually that person at the airport sprinting to the departure gate, or are you the anxious flyer lurking around the boarding area for hours before takeoff? If you’ve ever done either, you’ve probably asked yourself: How early should I get to the airport?

How Early Should I Get to the Airport?

Guacamole can be a healthy snack paired with chips or eaten as a yummy condiment on tacos and burgers. Though it can be a little messy, it makes for the perfect travel grub. Guacamole is packed with vitamins and offers up satiating fiber, healthy fats, and some protein to boot — all things your body needs to push through those exhausting airport days.

Does TSA Consider Guacamole To Be A Liquid?

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Are Children Exempt From TSA Pat-Downs During The Screening Process?

Long lines, confusing rules, harsh officers — that's right, we're talking about airport security. Getting through the TSA checkpoint can be one of the most dreadful...

Are Children Exempt From TSA Pat-Downs During The Screening Process?

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