Kentucky State

Harlan, KY

Columbus, OH

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

As we get closer to November’s General Election, the discussion surrounding the proposed Ballot Amendment 2 which will be on the ballot is heating up. Several have weighed in on the topic, many with inaccurate doomsday predictions about the damage it will do to our public schools – despite evidence to the contrary.

Opinion – Steve Rawlings: Amendment 2 will set aside constitutional limitations, provide for future success

Mediaite

Fred Trump III, Donald Trump’s nephew, claimed during a recent interview with Dean Obeidallah that Trump is showing signs of dementia similar to the former president’s father and grandfather. On Friday’s edition of The Dean Obeidallah Show, Trump spoke to Obeidallah about his uncle’s mental health and potential...

‘I Know What I Saw’: Trump Nephew Fred Tells Liberal Host Donald Trump Showing Signs of ‘Dementia’ Like Father And Grandfather

Kentucky, where the bourbon flows, the horses run, and the bluegrass stretches as far as the eye can see. The Bluegrass State is a place of deep tradition, stunning landscapes, and a whole lot of Southern charm. If you’ve spent any time here, you’ve probably caught yourself saying these things. Let’s see just how much Kentucky is in your blood!

You Know You’re From Kentucky If You Say These 15 Things

Iowa State

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Iowa Storm Center

(IowaStormCenter.com) -- A strong pacific storm system will get underway later tonight with severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. The first round of the one-two punch event is hitting across western Iowa this morning. Then the focus will be across southwest Iowa for severe thunderstorm development by this evening with threats for hail, damaging winds, heavy rainfall and a couple of isolated tornadoes.

Severe Thunderstorm/Heavy Rainfall Threat Tonight.

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

Texas State

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Missouri State

CJ Coombs

When I learned the brown tarantula is also native to Missouri, I gasped, and when I say I'm not too fond of spiders of any genus is an understatement. It's psychological. They have too many legs.

It's mating season for the Texas brown tarantula also known as the Missouri tarantula

Colorado State

Pueblo, CO

“That’s absolutely unacceptable. Whoever you are, that’s the definition of a coward hitting a lady. Get the heck out of here, buddy,” McCreery said. Scotty McCreery temporarily halted production of his concert on Saturday evening (Aug. 24) at the Colorado State Fair to kick out a male fan who he witnessed hit a female in the audience.

Scotty McCreery Stops Colorado State Fair Concert, Calls On Police To Remove Violent Fan: “That’s Absolutely Unacceptable”

Lexington, KY

Fayette County, KY

LEXINGTON, KY (August 26, 2024) – Fifth Grade Field Trips return to Keeneland this Fall and will welcome a total of 2,100 fifth grade students from public and private schools in Fayette County today through Friday to participate in a two-hour interactive tour designed to expand their knowledge of Keeneland and the Thoroughbred industry in Kentucky.

Keeneland To Host 5th Grade Field Trips This Fall

Floyd County, KY

The dentist in Kentucky who was arrested for allegedly helping his son cover up the 2023 murder of a woman has been granted permission to return to work to keep his dental practice afloat, according to multiple news reports. Dr. Michael K. McKinney II, who was charged with eight counts...

Dentist accused of covering up murder can return to work

Polk County, FL

Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Trump told Fox News host Lawrence Jones that he would love to get his hair cut at a Black barbershop, expressing confidence in the likely result.
The post Trump Says He Wants To Get His Hair Cut At Black Barbershop: ‘They Can Make My Hair Look Better’ first appeared on Mediaite.

Trump Says He Wants To Get His Hair Cut At Black Barbershop: ‘They Can Make My Hair Look Better’

Georgia State

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

Wisconsin State

National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected across parts of the Midwest much later today, particularly impacting areas in northern Illinois, eastern Iowa, and southern Wisconsin. These storms will be capable of producing damaging winds, large hail, and isolated tornadoes.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornadoes Possible; Midwest; Evening; August 27th, 2024

According to officials with the Southern District of Georgia, two recently unsealed federal indictments have charged 23 defendants in a series of broad conspiracies involving the use of drones to smuggle methamphetamine, marijuana, and cell phones into state prisons in Georgia.

23 Defendants Charged in Federal Indictments for Drone-Smuggling Drug Operation in Georgia

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

Dania Beach, FL

Akeena

If you’ve recently shopped at the Walmart Neighborhood Market on East Sheridan Street in Dania Beach, you might want to double-check your purchases. A recent inspection by the Florida Department of Agriculture revealed some alarming issues, including moldy meat and improperly stored chicken.

Moldy Meat and Warm Chicken: Walmart Neighborhood Market  Faces Inspection Troubles in Florida

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

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

Gulston, KY

Mary Alice, KY

Cawood, KY

Grays Knob, KY

Dayhoit, KY

Wallins Creek, KY

Loyall, KY

Pathfork, KY

Rose Hill, VA

Coalgood, KY

Coldiron, KY

Baxter, KY

Evarts, KY

Cranks, KY

Stoney Fork, KY

Hulen, KY

Putney, KY

Bledsoe, KY

Kenvir, KY

NewsBreak

“It ain’t going to happen”: EKY Senator says government is trying to kill coal industry

HARLAN, Ky. (WYMT) - Senator Johnnie Turner, represents Bell, Floyd, Harlan, Knott, and Letcher counties and said he understands the importance of coal to the region....

“It ain’t going to happen”: EKY Senator says government is trying to kill coal industry

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