Colorado State

Columbus, OH

A-Z-Animals

Mountain lions are beautiful, graceful predators who hunt by night. How many of them live in the United States? We’ve done the research and gathered the facts. Meet the Mountain Lion The mountain lion (Puma concolor) is also known as the cougar, panther, or puma. The cougar is one of the big cat species native […]

Mountain Lion (Cougar) Population by State in 2024

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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

Montana State

Red Lodge, MT

Fox Weather

A child was hospitalized Sunday after a black bear attacked her inside a tent in southern Montana.

Black bear attacks 3-year-old girl in Montana

Adventure On SI

While on a camping trip, a 3-year-old girl was attacked by a black bear in Montana, just north of Yellowstone National Park.

3-Year-Old Viciously Attacked By Black Bear Near Yellowstone National Park

Fox News

Gina Chase, 53, went missing last week near Lone Cone, Colorado, after setting off alone without a cellphone during a "spiritual" retreat, authorities said.

Missing Colorado hiker found alive days after disappearing during 'spiritual' quest without cell phone

USA TODAY

The girl was inside a tent near Red Lodge when the female black bear attacked the tent, injuring her, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks said.

Black bear euthanized after it attacks, injures child inside tent at Montana campground

Gardiner, MT

A photo of a dead grizzly bear with its head and paws cut off has caused an uproar, especially after learning it was a beloved bear known to the Yellowstone community. Early Monday morning, the gruesome photo of the bear was captured by a guide on the Yellowstone River near Gardiner.

Outrage In Yellowstone! Grizzly Bear Killed By Wildlife Officials & Left With Head & Paws Cut Off

Virginia State

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Kentucky Vibes.net

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

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

Wyoming State

WyoFile

To increase the genetic diversity of an island population of grizzly bears , Wyoming and Montana wildlife managers recently worked together to import fresh bloodlines into the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Two Montana grizzly bears trucked to Wyoming to bolster genetic diversity, help states’ delisting case

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Loveland, CO

LOVELAND, CO – A Colorado CEO is facing charges after a viral video showed him assaulting a 15-year-old boy who had accidentally splashed water on his wife at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant. The Loveland Police Department said Wednesday that 55-year-old Lucas N. Kalisher turned himself in to the Larimer...

Colorado CEO Arrested and Charged After Violently BODY-SLAMMING Teen at In-N-Out!

Hey there, future mover! Before you get too excited about relocating to Colorado, let me stop you right there. Here are 12 completely valid (and not at all exaggerated) reasons why you should think twice about making the Centennial State your new home. Mountain Overload. If you’re not a fan...

12 Reasons Why You Should Never Ever Consider Moving to Colorado

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

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

Douglas, GA

A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

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

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Governor Polis appoints two new members, reappoints two members to the Parks and Wildlife Commission

Governor Polis made appointments to the Parks and Wildlife Commission that bring agricultural production expertise, represent rural communities, and emphasize the importance of equity and access...

Governor Polis appoints two new members, reappoints two members to the Parks and Wildlife Commission

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