North Carolina State

Port Richey, FL

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Akeena

Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

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How to avoid being hacked at the gas pump. 
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3 Ways to Avoid Having Your Information Stolen at the Gas Pump

The heat wave engulfing most of the country is taking a toll on the 24.5 million Americans who are expected to face “dangerous levels of heat,” per to The New York Times. Heat waves are not only detrimental to your health but can take a huge toll on wallets as well. Indeed, as USA Today reported, “the average cost of electricity bills in the summer has increased by 51% from $476 in 2014 to an estimated $719 in 2024.”

How To Save Money on Your Electricity Bills and More During a Heat Wave

We're in the middle of a massive summer heatwave -- Monday, July 22 was the hottest day in recorded history, and Tuesday almost beat that record. All that summer heat leads to more air conditioning -- and higher electricity bills. If you're trying to save money on your utility bills...

Want to Cut Your Energy Bills by 10 Percent? Set Your Thermostat to These Temperatures

Newark, NJ

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Paterson, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Jasmine McGregor, 32, and Jhenelle Lewis, 35, both of Paterson, New Jersey, have pleaded guilty to conspiring with a physician to distribute oxycodone, a powerful opioid, without legitimate medical justification. The announcement was made today by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Paterson Residents Conspired with Physician to Illegally Distribute Opioids

New Jersey State


In most of the USA it's now cheaper to own an EV--up to $10k cheaper.
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There Are Only 2 States Where It’s Still Cheaper to Own a Gas Car Than an EV

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

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Sam Westreich, PhD

It’s not humans. How a survivor of a super-extinction repopulated our planet. There are more than 8 billion humans alive at this moment on Earth (unless something has gone horribly wrong). But humans aren’t the only dominant mammals.

For Millions of Years, Earth Was Dominated by a Single Vertebrate Genus

Virginia State

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

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?

A portable power station should be an essential in every home. Whether you live in a hurricane-prone area, like to go out camping or venture out during off-grid travels, you always want to make sure you have some sort of power source in case of any emergencies. It can help keep all your devices powered, even if the electricity is out. We love generators from EcoFlow and right now, the company is having a huge Home Backup Sale. You can save up to $2,799 on a wide variety of generators and even bundles. But hurry, this sale ends tomorrow, so grab what you need now.

Save Almost $3,000 on EcoFlow Power Generators During the Home Backup Sale

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

Identifying why your window AC isn't blowing cold air is the first step in restoring comfort to your living space. Troubleshooting a window AC unit yourself can help you determine if it's a simple problem such as a clogged filter or a more complex issue like a control panel. Then, if you're unable to fix the AC unit yourself, you can at least decide whether it's best to call a professional for repair or replace the unit.

Why Is Your Window AC Not Blowing Cold Air? 5 Reasons Why and How to Fix It

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

Electricity bills can sometimes get outrageous and burn a hole in our wallets. Especially during the summer, electricity bills soar higher than the temperature. So, Jackson L'Heureux–who goes by @cheese_jackson45 on TikTok–shared an effective hack to save some bucks on towering electric bills. The smart approach he disclosed to his audience helped him gain over 182k views on one of his videos.

Man shares ingenious hack to save on electricity bills and it could be a big help during summers

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Resuce Inc., a foster-based animal rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Miracle, a pit bull terrier who is approximately one year old, and is now looking for her forever home. According to the nonprofit rescue organization, “Miracle was dumped at a lake in Texas and rescued by a good samaritan who has been fostering her since.” This compassionate individual provided Miracle with a temporary home and the love she desperately needed. However, her foster parent recognizes that Miracle deserves even more. “While her foster hates to let her go, she knows there is a better life for Miracle in MA,” Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. noted.

Meet Miracle: The Dog Who Was Dumped At A Lake Now Looking For Love

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If you're considering memorializing a relative on your own property in North Carolina, it's important to be aware of the state's regulations regarding home burials and the scattering of ashes.

Can you bury a relative at home in your backyard in North Carolina? Here’s what state law says

Bucks County Beacon

Conservatives have done the United States a huge favor by explaining in detail what they’ll try to do if Donald Trump is reelected. Project 2025 , a “presidential transition project” of the Heritage Foundation, helpfully lays out how a group of former Trump officials would like to transform the country into a right-wing dystopia where the rich thrive and the rest of us die aspiring to be rich.

Project 2025’s Plan to Gut Medicare and Medicaid

The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

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NC Department of Environmental Quality seeking feedback for home energy rebate programs

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is looking for feedback on two home energy rebate programs. The state was allocated more than $208 million to...

NC Department of Environmental Quality seeking feedback for home energy rebate programs

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