Santa Barbara County, CA

California State

Homelessness is a massive problem in the United States, with more than 553,700 people sleeping rough on a single night in 2017. It's especially a problem in California, where more than 150,000 people sleep in shelters, cars, or on the street. This is something that veterinarian Dr. Stewart Kwane knows...

Vet walks around California and treats homeless people's animals for free

A-Z-Animals

Discover a whopping 45 unique and incredible pit bull mixed breeds, learn their temperament, and see what the mix looks like in real life.

45 Incredible Pit Bull Mix Breeds

Chihuahua vs. shih tzu…now that’s a difficult decision! Both are lap dogs with royal ancestry. They’re clingy, loving, and playful. Chihuahuas have easy to groom coats, large upright ears, and a ton of bravery. Shih tzus have beautiful silky fur, floppy ears, and are very outgoing. Both breeds have round heads, large eyes, and tiny […]

Cutest Dogs in the World: Chihuahua vs. Shih Tzu

Colorado State

Sheridan, CO

In Sheridan, Colorado, adopters, volunteers and the entire staff at Moms and Mutts Colorado, a rescue organization for pregnant and nursing dogs, were ordered to euthanize the entire litter of puppies after one puppy tested positive for rabies. The founder of the rescue, Aron Jones posted the devastating news on...

11 puppies euthanized after one pup tested positive for rabies at Colorado shelter

Georgia State

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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

Tennessee State

Mount Juliet, TN

Parade Pets

The rescue kitten is named 'Audio' and was found with three other kittens in a box.

Rare Shelter Kitten With 4 Ears in Tennessee Is Stealing Hearts All Over

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

South Carolina State

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Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Douglas, GA

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

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

Florida State

Franklin County, FL

When you visit Florida’s Forgotten Coast, there’s no need to leave your four-legged friend at home! With tons of pet friendly beaches, accommodations, restaurants and shops, Franklin County gets the paw of approval from all of our furry guests. Whether you’re visiting Apalachicola, Carrabelle, St. George Island, Alligator...

Plan a Pet-Friendly Getaway: 5 Reasons Florida’s Forgotten Coast Gets Two Paws Up

Fox News

California attorney Lisa Bloom, her husband, and their firm agreed to a settlement following allegations of misuse of COVID-19 relief funds.

California attorney Lisa Bloom, husband, settle over misuse of COVID relief fund allegations

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

Massachusetts State

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Dianna Carney

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

If you count yourself among the majority of Americans who own at least one pet, you might have noticed that your vet bill is quite a bit bigger than it once was. In fact, over the last decade the cost of pet care has risen by more than 60%. Helaine...

Behind the rising cost of veterinary care

Help keep One Green Planet free and independent! Together we can ensure our platform remains a hub for empowering ideas committed to fighting for a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate world. Please support us in keeping our mission strong. Dogs are loyal and love unconditionally. This makes them some of the...

Five Heartbroken Dogs Who Were Returned to the Shelter

Understanding consumer perceptions and behaviors driving the increase in animal intakes in animal shelters and decrease in adoption rates is central to the 2024 Hill’s Pet Nutrition State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report. Hill’s Pet Nutrition released findings from the research, which was participated in by “socio-economically diverse” group...

Veterinary care access and costs among barriers to pet adoption, research finds

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

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

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As C.A.R.E.4Paws’ newest mobile veterinary clinic turns one, a record number of Central Coast families reach out for assistance with affordable, accessible pet care

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Santa Barbara County, Calif., August 16, 2024 – This summer, nonprofit C.A.R.E.4Paws celebrates the one-year...

As C.A.R.E.4Paws’ newest mobile veterinary clinic turns one, a record number of Central Coast families reach out for assistance with affordable, accessible pet care

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