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Columbus, OH

Many flights across the world have been delayed or grounded due to a major IT system failure.

Which airports and airlines have been affected by the outages?

The email arrived in my inbox at 8:30pm eastern time yesterday evening. “We regret to inform you that your flight has been cancelled due to operational reasons.”. By the early hours of this morning, it was abundantly clear that my cancelled flight was not an isolated incident. Nor too was it related to the usual suspects: mechanical problems, inclement weather, air traffic control delays or crew scheduling.

Global tech glitch hits airlines but pain to be brief: credit raters

Los Angeles, CA

NBC News

Following a global tech outage, systems went down in multiple airports including in Madrid where long lines of passengers could be seen and in Los Angeles and Seattle where airport screens displayed system recovery messages.

Airports fill with long lines after the global tech outage

Pittsburgh, PA

CBS Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - This morning's CrowdStrike outage wreaked havoc on systems worldwide. Pittsburgh International Airport was not immune to any of that -- and people trying to make their flights were frustrated.Nick Pastella is supposed to get married next week. He and his fiancée, Ashley, were supposed to fly south this morning for the wedding – coming from Youngstown, Ohio.The wedding is something they've put off for years."Every time we went to set a date for the wedding – something came up," Pastella said. "Something got in the way."Something came up again today. The IT issues with Microsoft technology slowed...

Pittsburgh International Airport travelers left frustrated amid long lines due to Microsoft outage

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lancaster County, PA

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NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

The Shy Green

Salt Life Beer, a beloved brand synonymous with ocean enthusiasts and craft beer lovers, is facing turbulent times as it files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Known for its crisp and refreshing lager inspired by the sea, Salt Life Beer has become a staple for those who cherish the ocean's allure.

Another famous beer brand is going bankrupt and will file for Chapter 11

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Chip and Charlie Chirp, two tiny Chihuahua siblings who are ready to dive headfirst into your pocket and heart. These 3-month-old puppies were taken in by Great Dog Rescue New England for unspecified reasons. As they are still very young, they have not formed a pair bond and are able to be adopted separately, though I am sure they would love to stay together if possible. Perhaps you thought you were looking for a new puppy, but just didn't realize you were looking for a puppy pair! Think about it.

Young Chihuahua Siblings Searching For A Home

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – CA Lottery cautioned its 23,000 retail partners, June 18, that selling tickets to online lottery couriers is illegal. “Because these services are illegal, the California Lottery is prohibited from knowingly paying a prize on any ticket acquired through a digital service, and no retailer bonuses would be paid if the winning ticket was sold online,” said the news release.

CA Lottery won’t payout for winning tickets purchased through online websites or apps

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

Ohio State

Zanesville, OH

In a significant move impacting communities statewide, Rite Aid, a longstanding pharmacy chain, has announced plans to close 13 of its stores across Ohio. These closures come as part of the company's Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring efforts, aimed at reducing its debt by a staggering $2 billion.

Essential retailer closing 13 stores in one state due to bankruptcy

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Kentucky State

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

New Jersey State

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

ESSEX COUNTY, N.J. - In a notable case from Essex County, New Jersey, 32-year-old Mahogany Hawkins of Newark has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for her involvement in drug trafficking, specifically cocaine and methamphetamine.

Newark Woman Gets 10-Year Sentence for Drug Trafficking

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

If you're considering memorializing a relative on your own property in North Carolina, it's important to be aware of the state's regulations regarding home burials and the scattering of ashes.

Can you bury a relative at home in your backyard in North Carolina? Here’s what state law says

Indiana State

Franklin, IN

A wave of closures is hitting Pizza Hut, a pizza chain known for its iconic slanted-roof buildings, with 6,775 locations feeling the pinch in the tough restaurant industry landscape.

A well-known pizza chain with over 6K locations has begun closing some of its stores

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Travelers at ILM describe the chaos at airports amid global technology outage

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Normal travel days are already stressful, but add the largest technology outage in history into the mix, and suddenly a normal travel...

Travelers at ILM describe the chaos at airports amid global technology outage

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