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?

Banksy has unveiled a new artwork on the side of a building in south-west London. The elusive artist's signature stencil-styled piece, which appears to show a goat perched on a ledge as rocks fall, has been painted on a wall in Kew Green, Richmond. He posted a picture of the...

Banksy artwork appears on west London building

The man died after a collision involving a car and a motorcycle.

Motorcyclist dies in two-vehicle crash

A gang that sold millions of pounds worth of cocaine and cannabis across Devon and Cornwall has been sentenced. Twelve people were sentenced at Exeter Crown Court on Thursday for the role they played in distributing at least 860lb (390kg) of cannabis, with a street value of £4m, and 41lb (18.8kg) of cocaine.

Gang sentenced for selling drugs across South West

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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The Current GA

The National Hurricane Center is forecasting a “historic” rain storm for the next several days. Cities and counties throughout Coastal Georgia, plus the State of Georgia, have declared a State of Emergency. The Current staff is keeping track of emergency information and passing it to you. Click on your county below to get updated info.

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Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

A faith leader has told how some members of the Muslim community were left terrified and did not want to leave their homes after a night of unrest in the city. Rioters in Sunderland attacked police officers, damaged buildings and targeted mosques on Friday in an outbreak of violence following the fatal stabbing of three girls in Southport.

Night of violence leaves community in fear

Passengers faced cancellations and delays to rail services after a problem at a depot.

Lines reopen after commuters hit by rail disruption

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

Philippa Swatton had to shelter inside a restaurant when rioters stormed the venue.

Diner describes panic as protesters storm restaurant

Savannah, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

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

Nearly 1,000 protesters are involved in disorder after a protest in one of England's best-known resorts.

Chairs and bottles thrown as protesters clash in resort

The 47-year-old is due to appear at Manchester and Salford Magistrates Court later.

Man charged with four city centre rapes

First Bus urgently investigating image shared by driver that depicts hate towards Muslims.

Bus driver suspended over Facebook 'hate' posts

Ocilla, GA

Last Thursday, agents from the South Central Drug Task Force (SCDTF) made an arrest following a successful execution of a search warrant at a residence in Ocilla. According to officials, the search yielded a significant quantity of drugs, including tablets suspected to contain fentanyl, associated with a criminal street gang.

Successful Drug Bust in Ocilla Leads to Arrest Linked to 'Local Criminal Street Gang'

The Independent

The BBC is paying for the therapy of a woman who made two complaints about disgraced newsreader Huw Edwards.The Sunday Times was the first to report that a member of the public made complaints in May 2021 and again in January 2022, prior to the scandal in July 2023 in which Edwards was named as the presenter who had sent payments to a young person for sexually explicit images.It comes days after Edwards pleaded guilty to making indecent images of children, shortly after the Metropolitan Police revealed he had been arrested in November 2023 and charged in June this year,...

BBC paying for therapy of woman who complained about Huw Edwards

The family of a man who was kicked and stamped on by a police officer have appealed for calm.

Airport kick video family calls for end to protests

Three men and a woman were arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply.

Four arrested after drugs raids

 Footage showing a police officer kicking a man in the head at Manchester airport has prompted outrage from politicians, local people, and the man’s family, as it sparked allegations of police brutality.The Greater Manchester Police officer involved was suspended on Thursday as the furore grew over the incident, which took place during a series of chaotic arrests on Tuesday evening.On Thursday night, a few hundred people joined a demonstration in Manchester organised by Stand Up To Racism, chanting slogans such as “no justice, no peace”. It was the second protest after hundreds gathered outside Rochdale police station the night...

Police officer suspended from all duties following footage of man being kicked in face at Manchester airport

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Pay deal agreed with Gatwick Airport workers

The average pay rise for all the workers was...

Pay deal agreed with Gatwick Airport workers

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