Pennsylvania State

Steelton, PA

Virginia State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

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

Wisconsin State

At this point, if you bought a chair specifically to put outside to look up at the sky, it wouldn't be the worst investment. We've seen planet parades, a solar eclipse, a triple meteor shower and even the Milky Way. Folks in the northernmost US states, including New York, Montana, Washington state and Minnesota, will have a chance to add another aurora borealis sighting to their social media profiles on Monday and Tuesday night this week.

Aurora Borealis Will Be Visible Again to the Northernmost US States

A raging wildfire has devastated the western Canadian tourist town of Jasper, potentially destroying up to 50% of structures, and firefighters were trying Thursday to save as many buildings as possible, authorities said. Jasper is in the middle of mountainous Jasper National Park, in the province of Alberta. The town...

Devastating Wildfire Burns Down Almost 50% of Western Canadian Tourist Town

Durango, CO

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Have you ever explored this "unparalleled" spot?

Colorado Town Among The 'Best Small Towns To Visit' In The U.S.

Georgia State

Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A permanent marker will be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting nearly a year ago at a Dollar General store in the New Town community. City Council approved the marker 17-0 on Tuesday night.

Marker will honor victims of racist Dollar General shooting

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Pine Mountain Club, CA

Elaine Salmon said she was getting her classroom ready for students when a bear entered.

Bear walks into classroom ahead of 1st day of school

Massachusetts State

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

Orange County, CA

Corcoran, CA

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CORCORAN – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the July 28, 2024, death of an incarcerated person at California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility as a homicide.

Pimp arrested in Orange County killed by an inmate at a state prison

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

WyoFile

The woman who shot a video of a hydrothermal explosion in Yellowstone National Park on Tuesday morning told WyoFile she and her family were terrified as the blast sent boiling water and rocks skyward, destroying parts of a boardwalk, its guardrail and a nearby bench.

Yellowstone hydrothermal explosion: ‘We were terrified’

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

California State

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The Golden State, is known for its stunning vistas, glittering cities, and the promise of endless adventure. But beneath the sunny skies and picturesque landscapes, there lies a dark and foreboding strip of pavement - Interstate 15.

"Highway to Hell" Cruising Down California's Infamous Interstate-15

Crisp County, GA

On Wednesday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced the arrest of 24 individuals following Operation Shyne Down. The GBI and other agencies served a total of 120 warrants on the suspects involved in the investigation, which targeted the criminal street gang G-Shyne Bloods and their involvement in criminal activities in Crisp County, Georgia.

Operation Results in More than 20 Charged with Gang Offenses, RICO, and more

Maine State

California is a great option for road trip and beach enthusiasts alike looking for some incredibly scenic spots in the United States. As one of the country’s biggest states, visitors looking to explore the Golden State have near-endless opportunities for adventure and romantic getaways. 1: Redwood National Park. Redwood...

13 Scenic Road Trip Spots in California

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It goes without saying that the majority of our population knows that it's not a smart move to get close to wildlife that outweighs you by hundreds of pounds, but that's exactly what a tourist in Bridal Veil Falls National Park did recently. A herd of bison stopped traffic in both directions, ...Continue reading

Tourist at National Park Gets Dangerously Close to Bison to Take Pictures

Appling County, GA

A 40-year-old man from Appling County, Christopher Eric Stone, with a significant criminal history, was recently sentenced to over five years in prison after pleading guilty to possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, according to officials from the Department of Justice.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for in Federal Prison for Meth Distribution

On July 22, a sudden wildfire erupted in Jasper National Park, rapidly engulfing the Canadian forest and forcing an urgent evacuation of hikers and campers. Among those facing the risky situation was 18-year-old Colleen Knull, a volunteer firefighter working a summer job as part of the kitchen staff at a local lodge. As smoke billowed from the mountainside, Knull quickly sprang into action, alerting the lodge guests and searching for other campers. Displaying remarkable leadership and courage, she gathered 16 people and guided them through a challenging four-hour trek in the dark, navigating treacherous terrain and dense smoke to bring everyone to safety.

18-Year-Old Woman Bravely Leads 16 Hikers to Safety During Jasper National Park Wildfire

Harrisburg, PA

New Cumberland, PA

Lemoyne, PA

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Quiet, Clean, and Green: The Future of School Buses in Pennsylvania and Montana

Two school districts couldn’t be more different: Steelton-Highspire is a small district operating six buses in Steelton, Pennsylvania’s urban streets. Travel about 2,000 miles west, along...

Quiet, Clean, and Green: The Future of School Buses in Pennsylvania and Montana

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