Ohio State

Business Insider

Sen. JD Vance, who went from Trump critic to VP pick, said a dinner with CEOs in 2018 had him rethinking his politics.

JD Vance said a dinner with elite CEOs made him realize he might end up hating what he'd become

The Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — Black clergy who know Vice President Kamala Harris, now the frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nomination, marvel at the fusion of traditions and teachings that have molded her religious faith and social justice values. Follow AP’s live coverage of the 2024 presidential race. A Baptist...

Kamala Harris: A Baptist with a Jewish husband and a faith that traces back to MLK and Gandhi

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The GOP vice presidential candidate envisioned a post-Roe v. Wade world where “George Soros sends a 747 to Columbus to load up disproportionately Black women” to get abortions out of state.

JD Vance Called For ‘Federal’ Restrictions To Traveling For Abortion In Resurfaced Clip

Minnesota State

Salon

Former President Donald Trump’s running mate Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, privately admitted that Kamala Harris' presumptive Democratic nomination is a “political sucker punch” to the Trump campaign, The Washington Post reported. Ahead of a rally in Minnesota on Saturday, Vance privately told GOP donors that Harris presents...

"Bad news": JD Vance says Kamala Harris candidacy was a "sucker punch" to Trump campaign

Vice President Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign claimed on X that a video shows Ohio Republican Sen. JD Vance endorsing Project 2025. The clip is from 2021. Project 2025 was not created until April 2022, with the project’s Mandate for Leadership published in 2023. Fact Check:. The Harris presidential...

FACT CHECK: Harris Campaign Claims Video Shows JD Vance Endorsing Project 2025

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

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

Colorado State

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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

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?

Virginia State

Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

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

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Texas State

Tarrant County, TX

USA TODAY

A jury found Debra Mae Carter, 65, guilty on July 8 of money laundering following a two-week trial, according to prosecutors.

Texas radio host’s lover sentenced to life for role in bilking listeners of millions

Columbus, OH

The Spun

Legendary Ohio State Buckeyes football coach turned college administrator Jim Tressel has made it clear which way he leans politically over the years. Tressel, who led Ohio State to a national championship in 2002 before getting ousted by the Buckeyes over the "TattooGate" scandal, is set to appear ...

Jim Tressel's Made It Clear Which Way He Leans Politically

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

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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

What is the Pentecostal Church? The Pentecostal Church is a Christian denomination known for its emphasis on the Holy Spirit, spiritual gifts, and vibrant worship. Originating in the early 20th century, it has grown rapidly worldwide. Pentecostals believe in the baptism of the Holy Spirit, often evidenced by speaking in tongues. They also emphasize healing, prophecy, and miracles. Services are lively, with enthusiastic singing, clapping, and sometimes dancing. The movement values personal experiences with God and encourages members to live holy lives. With millions of followers globally, the Pentecostal Church continues to influence modern Christianity significantly.

20 Facts About The Pentecostal Church

Newark, NJ

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

The Guardian

Dutch artist’s 17th-century work said to have inspired tableau that has offended Christian and conservative critics

Olympic ‘Last Supper’ scene was in fact based on painting of Greek gods, say art experts

Aurora, CO

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

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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From Critic To Champion: The Role Of JD Vance’s Catholic Faith In Shaping His Political Journey

Former President Donald Trump announced Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance to be his running mate, joining him on the Republican presidential ticket in a bid to regain...

From Critic To Champion: The Role Of JD Vance’s Catholic Faith In Shaping His Political Journey

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