Denver, CO

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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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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

Larry Brown Sports

A French pole vaulter saw his Olympics hopes dashed Saturday in one of the strangest possible ways. 21-year-old Anthony Ammirati was trying to clear the 5.70-meter pole vault, but ran into an unforeseen problem. Ammirati’s unsecured bulge caught the pole as he was doing his vault, causing him to fall. French athlete Anthony Ammirati failed...
The post French pole vaulter’s manhood costs him at Olympics appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

French pole vaulter’s manhood costs him at Olympics

247 Tempo

Though the current 2024 Paris Summer Olympics are less than halfway over, allegations of cheating, misconduct, or other funny business […]

Athletes Caught Cheating During the Olympic Games

More dangerous substances are entering the Denver drug supply, Harm Reduction Action Center warned in a newsletter this week. “The Iron Law of Prohibition posits that as law enforcement becomes more intense, the potency of prohibited substances increases,” HRAC Executive Director Lisa Raville wrote in the newsletter. That is exactly what is happening, she said.

Dangerous substances entering Denver drug supply

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Proposition 33, Justice for Renters Act, will be on the California ballot, November 5, for voters to decide on removing a rent control ban. According to Ballotpedia, a "yes" vote repeals the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act (1995), which will allow cities and counties to limit rent on any housing.

Prop. 33 will allow California voters to decide on removing rent control ban

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?

Los Angeles, CA

L.A. TACO

On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) released video footage that shows an officer driving a patrol car on the wrong side of the road with their emergency lights and sirens on. The officer proceeded to t-bone the vehicle of a male driver who was making a left-hand turn at the intersection of Adams Boulevard and Gramercy Place near the 10 Freeway.

LAPD Officer Driving On Wrong Side Of The Road T-Bones Driver, Leaving Them in a Medically Induced Coma (Video)

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

Anaheim, CA

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SANTA ANA, Calif. – A 53-year-old third striker who Orange County prosecutors warned posed a significant risk to public safety due to his violent criminal history has been sentenced to 46 years to life for stabbing another man to death after two of his felony convictions were dismissed as a result of a judge allowing him to participate in a collaborative court program over the objection of prosecutors.

Third striker sentenced to 46 years to life after killing a man at an Anaheim sober living home

Need some Heat Plasma Batteries to build even more Energy Activators in The First Descendant? You’ve come to the right place. There’s actually a really easy and fast method to get a bunch of them. Here’s how to farm Heat Plasma Batteries in The First Descendant. Before...

How to farm Heat Plasma Batteries in The First Descendant

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

APD Chief Joshi reports father arrested after killing in-laws, wife, and 6-year-old son; 1-year-old in critical condition. A man shot and killed four family members, including a 6-year-old child, and critically wounded a 1-year-old infant in their Alameda home Wednesday night, according to Alameda Police Chief Nishant Joshi . The Chief held a press conference on Thursday morning on the steps of the Alameda Police Department (APD) headquarters on Oak Street to provide details of the horrific crime .

Alameda Shooting Leaves Four Dead, Infant Fighting for Life

Colorado State

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

If you need to farm some Compound Coating Material, you’re in luck because it’s super easy to farm. No matter how much you need, you’ll likely have enough in less than 10 minutes after using this method. Here’s how to farm Compound Coating Material in The First...

How to farm Compound Coating Material in The First Descendant

Team Rocket leaders are difficult encounters that change rosters every few months in Pokémon Go. If you’re looking to fight against Cliff, you’ll need to use a different strategy occasionally, as he’ll use different Pokémon to challenge you. The Pokémon you can expect to see...

How to find and beat Cliff in Pokémon Go (August 2024)

Pokémon GO leakers have spotted assets in the game files that offer the first look at Dynamaxing in the mobile title, five years after the mechanic was first introduced in Pokémon Sword & Shield. Niantic’s mobile game is very popular in the Pokémon world. Still, it remains off-pace...

Pokémon GO leakers uncover first look at Dynamax—and it’s about time

Mega Pokémon in Pokémon Go are easily the strongest team members you can have with you, providing several bonuses and enhancing your teams when battling. You also want to give them the best attacks, and Mega Rayquaza has some good ones to choose from. As a Dragon and...

The best moveset for Mega Rayquaza in Pokémon Go

Tennessee State

John M. Dabbs

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) has issued a health alert to clinicians statewide following reports of severe acute illnesses and adverse effects of consuming Diamond Shruumz™ brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies. The warning comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received reports of serious health issues linked to these mushroom-containing edible products.

Tennessee Health Alert: Severe Illnesses Linked to Diamond Shruumz™ Products

Today’s NYT Crossword puzzle clue, “Glorify,” takes praising to an all-new level. Unless you’re from the 15th century, the answer to this clue may be one you’ve never heard before. “Glorify” is the clue from the Aug. 2 NYT mini crossword puzzle, and it’s not...

‘Glorify’ NYT Mini Crossword Aug. 2 answer and hints

The Dr Disrespect controversy has been one of the biggest talking points in the streaming and general community in 2024, and there’s new evidence to suggest the Two-Time might be making a return. Dr Disrespect—real name Herschel “Guy” Beahm IV—has been involved in a couple of controversies in his...

Does Dr Disrespect’s X/Twitter post mean he’s coming back?

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19-year-old Dota 2 pro breaches 15k MMR barrier, but fans are divided by his accomplishments

Talon Esports Offlaner Ws became the world’s first-ever Dota 2 player to reach the 15K MMR milestone. What could be a feat of serious awe and...

19-year-old Dota 2 pro breaches 15k MMR barrier, but fans are divided by his accomplishments

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