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California State

Chico, CA

ABC News

Wildfires are exploding across the West, especially in California, where the Park Fire has now grown to be the biggest in the state this year.

Wildfires break out across the West: Latest fire and smoke maps

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NewsNinja

One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

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Bucks County Beacon

This story was originally published by The 19th . Vice President Kamala Harris has long been the target of racist and misogynistic attacks online as a woman in politics who is also Black and South Asian. As she seeks the Democratic nomination for president, the gendered, sexualized and racial disinformation against her could get worse — and experts warn there may be less comprehensive oversight by tech companies to stop its spread this election cycle.

Racist, Misogynist Online Disinformation Is Already Being Used Against Kamala Harris’ Campaign

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

New Jersey State

Paterson, NJ

Morristown Minute

PATERSON, N.J. - Luis Cepeda-Capellan, 27, from Paterson, New Jersey, has pleaded guilty to illegally possessing cocaine with the intent to distribute. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced that Cepeda-Capellan entered his guilty plea before U.S. District Judge Katharine S. Hayden in Newark federal court.

Guilty: Paterson Man Faces 20 Years for Cocaine Distribution

Orange County, CA

Corcoran, CA

NewSantaAna

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

Town Talks

In North Carolina, the divorce process can be challenging, particularly due to the mandatory one-year separation requirement. This law mandates that couples must live separately for at least a year before filing for divorce, a rule that can be frustrating for many.

You might be granted a divorce in North Carolina if your spouse is ‘incurably insane.’ Here’s how

Colorado State

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

Blanco, TX

Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Orange County, FL

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Akeena

On July 14th, an unsettling incident occurred in Orange County that has captured the community’s attention and sympathy. Two dogs were abandoned in a most distressing manner, pushed out of a moving vehicle. The situation took a turn for the worse when one of the dogs was hit by the car, resulting in serious injuries.

Two dogs were dumped and pushed out of a car in Florida, and one of them screamed

Wisconsin State

West Allis, WI

Wisconsin Watch

When Vice President Kamala Harris rallied thousands of supporters in West Allis last week, she hit a reset button on the presidential race, turning concerns from many voters about an inevitable Donald Trump landslide seemingly into ancient history.

Two presidential rallies a few weeks apart highlighted very different energy levels

Long Grove, IL

Chicago Food King

I went out with some friends over the weekend. A friend of ours was in charge of picking where we were going to eat. They live in the northern suburbs, so this place would be a surprise and a possible fun new experience. The restaurant that was chosen was Enzo and Lucia Ristorante in Long Grove.

Bad Food - Horrible Service- My Personal Experience at this Popular Long Grove Restaurant

Denver, CO

Denver doesn’t look very “vibrant,” to use the mayor’s term, when bus stops are transformed into open-air drug dens. In fact, the people who smoke meth and fentanyl in homeless encampments, in front of businesses and walking down the street are tarnishing the reputation of Denver’s unhoused neighbors.

Opinion: Open-air drug use in Denver not so ‘vibrant’

The Guardian

Park fire scorches 386,000 acres as firefighters battle blazes across US west, including historic mining town of Havilah

Largest wildfire in US grows to cover area bigger than Los Angeles

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced Tanker, a 5 1/2-month-old lab mix who is searching for his forever home, and he might just be the perfect addition to your family.

Meet The Sweet Puppy Who Loves To Snuggle Now Looking For Love

Ocean County, NJ

NEW JERSEY - James Hyres, 38, Dennis McMickle, 35, James Opalenik, 51, and Edward Trost, III, 36, all residents of New Jersey, have been charged with conspiracy to traffic in firearms and related offenses, according to U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger. The charges stem from an alleged scheme to manufacture and sell illegal firearms, including privately made handguns, known as "ghost guns."

Four NJ Men Charged in Illegal Firearms Trafficking

Declutterbuzz

I would much rather spend my time at the beach than doing chores around the house! There are many things I would rather do other than clean my home! With these 50 quick & easy decluttering tips you will spend much less time cleaning your home too and more time having fun!

50 Quick & Easy Decluttering Tips!

Arizona State

Arizona Luminaria

Kari Lake appears to have won the Republican primary for U.S. Senate with about two thirds of votes counted. She will face Democrat Ruben Gallego in the general election. In the Republican primary for U.S. House of Representatives District 6 — a swing district with a history of close elections that includes parts of Pima, Pinal, Cochise, Graham and Greenlee counties — incumbent Juan Ciscomani defeated challenger Kathleen Winn.

Live Arizona election results: Kari Lake and Juan Ciscomani win primaries

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How To Overcome Common Obstacles To Decluttering

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Wildfire smoke linked to increased risk of dementia

GREENSBORO, N.C. — As almost 100 wildfires are burning across the nation, a new report says all that smoke might be causing people to get dementia....

Wildfire smoke linked to increased risk of dementia

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