Pennsylvania State

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Bucks County Beacon

A bill guaranteeing Pennsylvanians access to zero cost contraception has passed overwhelmingly in the commonwealth’s House of Representatives. The bill, in one form or another, waited seven years to pass through committee and to the floor for a vote. And now advocates for the legislation are steeling themselves as they send it to the Republican-controlled senate.

Pennsylvania House Bill Guaranteeing Women Access to Contraception Actually Passed with Some GOP Support. We’ll See About the State Senate

Franklin County Free Press

Pennsylvania’s House committee has advanced a bill that establishes a regulatory framework for a carbon capture and storage network, aimed at supporting the state’s transition to cleaner energy technologies. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Gene Yaw, is designed to guide the development of two hydrogen hubs anticipated over the next decade, aligning with the Biden administration’s energy plan.

Pennsylvania Advances Carbon Capture and Storage Legislation

Mercersburg, PA

Lottie Deshong-Sheets, 81, of Mercersburg, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 in Chambersburg. Born on August 4, 1942 in McConnellsburg, PA, she was a daughter of the late Pleasant E. and Myrtle (Keefer) Deshong. Lottie attended Lemasters High School. She started working for Stanely Hawbaker & Sons and then...

Lottie Deshong-Sheets 1942-2024

Hagerstown, MD

A 38-year-old Hagerstown man and Maryland Vehicle Administration (MVA) employee was arrested on Friday for allegedly threatening to bomb his workplace, police have reported. The suspect is facing charges of making a threat of mass violence and an arson threat. The threat came to light after fellow employees at the...

Hagerstown Man Arrested for Threatening to Bomb MVA Workplace

New York City, NY

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The e-Texan

New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

Chambersburg, PA

The Chambersburg Police Department is appealing to the public for assistance following a hit and run incident that occurred on June 25, 2024. The event took place in front of the Burger King at 1066 Lincoln Way East. According to the police report, the vehicle involved is a newer model...

Chambersburg Police Seek Information on Hit and Run Incident

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

Morristown Minute

FRANKLINVILLE, N.J. -A Gloucester County, New Jersey, man admitted today that he defrauded the government of more than $200,000 in Social Security and Medicaid benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Man Guilty of $200K Social Security & Medicaid Fraud

Newark, NJ

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Maine State

Idaho State

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Denver, CO

David Heitz

The mother of a Denver homeless man told the City Council Monday that city-sponsored services have failed her son. Barbara Hallick Yeomans made her remarks during public comment period of the City Council meeting. She said her son grapples with substance abuse and mental illness and repeatedly has been harassed by police. She said her son also suffered verbal abuse by a guard in the Denver County Jail. Yeomans said she heard the guard harassing her son over the phone.

Mother says Denver homeless services have failed her son

New Jersey State

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

Mcconnellsburg, PA

Fulton County, PA

McConnellsburg, PA – On the morning of March 11, 2024, a tragic discovery was made near the intersection of Lincoln Way and North 2nd Street in McConnellsburg Borough. At approximately 8:45 AM, a deceased newborn male was found lying on the roadway. The Pennsylvania State Police received a call reporting the incident, and upon arrival, they confirmed the newborn’s death. The infant was located approximately 20 feet north of the intersection, just off the western sidewalk.

Teen Parents Charged in Shocking Fulton County Newborn Death Case

Missouri State

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CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Robert E. “Bob” Estep Jr., 76, of Chambersburg, PA passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024 in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born November 3, 1947 in Huntingdon, PA he was the son of the late Robert E. Estep, Sr. and Urcille (Hess) Estep. He was a...

Robert E. “Bob” Estep Jr. 1947-2024

Georgia State

Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Meet Tuck and Chunky, this week’s CVAS pets of the week. These are just two of the amazing animals residing at area animal shelters. Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter has lots of adorable pets who are looking for forever homes. While Tuck and Chunky would like to meet you, check out all the other adorable animals available for adoption also. Go to this Animal Shelter link to see all their residents.

Meet Tuck and Chunky, this week’s CVAS pets of the week

Franklin County, PA

Franklin County Area Agency on Aging has announced that monthly activity schedules and lunch menus for all eight senior centers in the county are now accessible online. Residents interested in visiting the centers or learning more about the monthly offerings can find this information easily from their computers or smartphones.

Franklin County Senior Centers Update Activity and Lunch Schedules Online

DeanLand

Georgia's population grew beyond the 11 million mark in 2023, reaching 11,029,227 residents according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau. With a robust population increase of 2.9% from 2020 to 2023, 315,456 new residents arrived in the state. Georgia was the 10th fastest-growing state in the US by percentage during the reporting period.

Georgia's Population Surges Past 11 Million, Fueled by Migration

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Pennsylvania’s New Bill to Tackle Healthcare Staffing Crisis in Rural Areas

Pennsylvania is addressing its healthcare staffing shortages through new legislation, particularly in its rural regions. House Bill 2382, approved by the House Health Committee, offers up...

Pennsylvania’s New Bill to Tackle Healthcare Staffing Crisis in Rural Areas

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