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The Center Square

(The Center Square) — A natural gas expansion project spanning portions of New Jersey, Delaware and New York was dealt a legal setback after a federal appeals court vacated the approval of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
                The U.S. Court of Appeals overturned federal approval of the $1 billion expansion of the Transco natural gas pipeline, which would run through sections of New Jersey and Pennsylvania with extensions stretching into southern New York.
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Court ruling halts natural gas pipeline through New Jersey, New York

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Indiana State

Channahon, IL

Daily Energy Insider

On Thursday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued emergency fuel waivers to four states impacted by the ExxonMobil Refinery’s emergency shutdown. As part of the federal government’s response to tornadoes, the EPA issued an emergency ... Read More »
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EPA issues fuel waiver for states affected by ExxonMobil emergency shutdown

Texas State

Port Isabel, TX

Liquefied natural gas export projects being developed in Texas by NextDecade and Glenfarne Energy Transition could be delayed by a Tuesday decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, according to ClearView Energy Partners. The appeals court vacated the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s reapproval of...

DC Circuit vacates FERC’s reapproval of 2 LNG export terminals, gas pipeline

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News Wave

CHARLESTON, WV - Mountain Lion sightings in West Virginia are still being reported despite their said extinction. According to the West Virginia Encyclopedia, Mountain lions, once common in West Virginia, were especially abundant in the Allegheny Mountains.

Mountain Lion Sightings Still Reported in West Virginia Despite Said Extinction

Georgia State

Floyd County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

According to officials with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), three former officers from the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC), one GDC investigator, and a former Floyd County deputy have been charged for the aggravated assault of an inmate at the Floyd County Jail.

Five Former Georgia Law Enforcement Officers Charged With Aggravated Assault Against Inmate

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

Orlando, FL

Orlando’s beloved New York Bagel And Deli, a hotspot for anyone craving a taste of the Big Apple, has hit a snag. Known for its extensive menu that includes New York-style bagels, pizza, heroes, wraps, and more, the eatery recently faced a temporary shutdown following a state inspection.

Dead and live roaches, food and coffee lids stored on the floor- Beloved Florida eatery closed

Birmingham, AL

Valrico, FL

In a recent announcement, The Fresh Market, a beloved grocery chain in Florida, is bidding farewell to its Valrico location. The store, located in one of the fastest-growing areas of the U.S., has cited uncontrollable inflation as a driving force behind its closure, echoing broader economic challenges impacting even higher-end retailers.

A grocery chain in Florida is unexpectedly closing down

Detroit, MI

Michigan State

CBS Detroit

(CBS DETROIT) — Restaurant workers have mixed views on a new ruling by the Michigan Supreme Court that grants an increase to the minimum wage and paid sick leave for all Michigan workers. Antoine Williams, a chef in Corktown, says he's skeptical about the new rulings because he's seen similar situations before. "Once everybody starts getting used to that new minimum wage and making more money, the economy will bring everything up," said Williams. State Rep. John Roth of Interlocken thinks the new laws disproportionately hurt the restaurant industry, calling on legislators to "take action to ensure that thousands of Michigan restaurant employees...

Michigan restaurant workers react to state Supreme Court ruling on minimum wage

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

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

Winchester, VA

Law & Crime

A man who vowed to light VP Kamala Harris on fire and "personally pluck out her eyes" reacted with surprise when investigators showed up at his door, a complaint alleges.
The post ‘I will personally pluck out her eyes’: Man who threatened to light Kamala Harris on fire is baffled feds were at his door ‘over a comment,’ complaint alleges first appeared on Law & Crime.

'I will personally pluck out her eyes': Man who threatened to light Kamala Harris on fire is baffled feds were at his door 'over a comment,' complaint alleges

Alabama State

The Independent

 Alabama’s second nitrogen gas execution is set to go ahead as planned after a death row inmate agreed to drop further litigation against the state as part of a settlement agreement.A federal judge dismissed Alan Miller’s case against Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall on Monday after the two entered into a “confidential settlement.”The action came a day before a scheduled federal hearing for Miller, 59, who was trying to block his execution, which is slated to take place between September 26 and 27.In his lawsuit against the state, Miller raised concerns regarding the nitrogen gas method after media witnesses...

Second nitrogen gas execution set to go ahead in Alabama

Kansas State

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) helps to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 174 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Since January 1, 2024, there was a total of 1,445 reported missing in the country.

Missing Missouri children as of July 17, 2024, according to the NCMEC

Kentucky State

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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

The Lens

This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Whiskey Riff

I mean, talk about maximizing your space. I am a SUCKER for some good Zillow finds, from the cute and historic houses to the creepy listings; a good deep dive on any real estate listing site is always a good idea. Because of my love for home listings, my social media feeds are filled with real estate finds, and today, as I was doing my daily morning scroll, I stumbled upon a gem.

West Virginia Real Estate Listing Goes Viral For Double-Wide Trailer With An Indoor Pool

Idaho State

West Virginia and Idaho asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to decide whether states can lawfully enforce bans on transgender students competing on sports teams consistent with their gender identity.

West Virginia and Idaho ask Supreme Court to decide whether states can enforce anti-transgender sports bans

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.

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Witness: Safety Drove Decision To Operate Coal Plants At Loss

An Appalachian Power witness said worker safety drove the company’s decision to operate its coal plants when they couldn’t make money. The written testimony of Jason...

Witness: Safety Drove Decision To Operate Coal Plants At Loss

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