Smith County, TN

Chicago, IL

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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?

New York City, NY

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

Georgia State

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Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Murfreesboro, TN

Whiskey Riff

Been some wild weather in Tennessee lately. Yesterday over in Pigeon Forge, Dolly Parton’s Dollywood theme park had to usher out guests after flash flooding turned the theme park into an underwater park. And today, severe weather passed through middle Tennessee, wreaking havoc just south of Nashville down in...

Watch The Wild Moment A Tornado Tosses Around An MTSU Football Equipment Truck Outside Of Their Stadium

Texas State

Sevierville, TN

103.3 The G.O.A.T.

A Wild Story Involving A Service Duck, Its Owner And The Famous "Beaver" Has Social Media Talking. As we sit here in Texas, its been fun watching Buc-ee's expand all across the country and seeing the reaction from folks who make their first trip to the popular travel center. But...

BANNED FOR LIFE: Buc-ee’s Bans A Service Duck And Its Owner From Stores

Tennessee State

Erwin, TN

Law & Crime

"Not only did the family lose two amazing women, they also lost everything the own."
The post ‘Burned alive for over 90 minutes’: Runaway tractor-trailer with driver asleep at the wheel crashed into family’s home, lawsuit says first appeared on Law & Crime.

'Burned alive for over 90 minutes': Runaway tractor-trailer with driver asleep at the wheel crashed into family's home, lawsuit says

Pigeon Forge, TN

Dollywood has replied after the theme park was pelted by extreme rain, flooding the park entirely and leaving guests wait deep in muddy water. Dollywood has been undergoing a tough time as of late, with the theme park unexpectedly closing just weeks ago and now, flooding. Dollywood is a renowned...

Dolly Parton’s Dollywood Issues Rapid Response After Life-Threatening Flood Pummels Thousands

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

Denver, CO

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

Tyler, TX

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TYLER, Texas (KETK) — The city of Tyler has been featured in Southern Living, a magazine dedicated to southern food, homes, gardens and travel. Southern Living said Tyler, also known as the Rose Capital of America, is blooming as new businesses move into vacant spaces in the downtown area. The article encourages people to visit […]

City of Tyler featured in Southern Living magazine

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Herk, a resilient puppy who has overcome a tragic past and is now looking forward to a bright future. This 1-year-old Lab and Boxer mix pup was found by a Good Samaritan who found him with his two back legs bound together, causing irreparable damage. The damage to his legs was so severe only way forward was surgery. Herk underwent a successful amputation and has since made a full recovery. He uses a wheelchair to move around and has mastered it with ease.

Pup Who Was Rescued With Bound Back Legs Now In Wheelchair And Looking For Love

Lewisville, TX

TVShowsAce

One of the earlier Big Brother contestants has just been arrested in Texas. Autumn Daly, a member of the second season of Big Brother, was arrested for theft. Here is what you need to know about Autumn and her current legal problems. Big Brother 2’s Autumn Daly Arrested In Texas...

‘Big Brother’ Contestant Arrested In Texas

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

Everybody wants to be a cowgirl — or at least look like one. “Cowboy core” has touched the styling routines of even the most city-obsessed among us. At this point, who among us doesn’t own a pair of cowboy boots (even if you wear them because they look cute a mini-dress and sparkly bag, instead of, well, for cow-wrangling)? The trend’s reach is evidenced by niche spinoffs like the “coastal” and “gothic” cowgirl aesthetics, the virality of Beyoncé’s buzzy Cowboy Carter album, and a host of recent runways that feature denim vests, chaps, and plenty of leather fringe.

It's Cowgirl Summer: 5 Beauty Secrets From Real-Life Horse & Bull Riders

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

Savannah, GA

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

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

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – An Essex County man has been charged with numerous offenses related to narcotics distribution and firearms trafficking. Kyrell Domnie, 39, of Irvington, known by the alias "Fly Ky," was charged by complaint and appeared before U.S. Magistrate Judge Cathy L. Waldor in Newark federal court on July 17, 2024. He remains detained following the hearing.

Convicted Felon Faces Multiple Narcotics and Firearms Charges

Houston, TX

Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. With around 270,000 homes and businesses still without power in the Houston area almost a week after Hurricane Beryl hit Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott on Sunday said he’s demanding an investigation into the response of the utility that serves the area as well as answers about its preparations for upcoming storms.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Demands Answers as Customers Remain Without Power After Beryl.

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Smith County Help Center Offers a “Hand Up”

The Smith County Help Center has a long history of helping families in Smith County. The thrift shop offers plenty of great deals. Items donated from...

Smith County Help Center Offers a “Hand Up”

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