Pennsylvania State

Columbus, OH

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Bucks County Beacon

With an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13, 2024, the U.S. experienced another violent episode in its increasingly polarized politics. Former President Trump, who’s about to formally become the GOP nominee for president in the 2024 election, survived the attempted assassination when, initial reports said, a bullet grazed his ear . But one rally attendee was killed , more spectators were injured and the suspected gunman is also dead. The Conversation’s politics editor, Naomi Schalit, spoke with University of Massachusetts, Lowell, scholar Arie Perliger after the event. Perliger offered insight from his study of political violence and assassinations. Given the stark political polarization in the U.S., Perliger said, “it’s not a surprise that eventually people engage in violence.”

‘One Inch from a Potential Civil War’? Trump Shooting a Close Call for American Democracy

NBC News

Concerns about the rising prevalence of violent threats and a growing list of violent attacks on politicians were punctuated Saturday when a gunman killed at least one person during an assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. The shooting immediately sparked concerns that the already-heated election cycle would lead to...

Amid Trump assassination attempt, fears of political violence reach new heights

The Guardian

No one should accept the idea that that opposing Trump’s authoritarian aspirations is equal to incitement to violence

Trump is an authoritarian who must not win. Saying that is not inciting violence | Jan-Werner Mueller

Kansas State

An American Flag flies on inauguration day, Jan. 9, 2023, outside the Kansas Statehouse. (Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector) Here is what I know for certain. The attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on Saturday carried with it a kind of sick inevitability, the feeling that we as a nation had been inexorably drifting toward this point for more than a decade. U.S. Reps. Steve Scalise and Gabby Giffords were wounded by gunfire in 2017 and 2011 respectively. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was targeted in a 2020 kidnapping plot. The attempted insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, cost the lives of at least seven.

In wake of Trump assassination attempt, Kansas history reveals unpredictability of political rage

Butler, PA

USA TODAY

The shooting at Donald Trump's campaign rally is unfathomable, and yet, in our contentious political environment, not as shocking as it should be.

Trump stood defiantly after shooting. America also needs to stand against violence.

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

NewSantaAna

The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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?

Military.com

While we all accept that our colleagues, peers, boss and staff will make mistakes, what matters is what you do afterward.

How You Apologize Matters: 3 Ways to Address Your Mistakes to Civilian Coworkers

California State

Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

Pittsburgh, PA

In the midst of the screams and piercing cries that filled the air around him, a one-word plea — "medic" — cut through the noise and reached Rico Elmore. Just seconds before, a would-be assassin's bullet had only grazed the intended target, but the gunman's shots had found others. One of them was in the bleachers a few rows behind Mr. Elmore, a technical sergeant for the Air National Guard.

'You Have Blood Everywhere': Member of Air National Guard Describes Trying to Save Man Killed at Trump Rally in Butler

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The HD Post

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

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the NCMEC, 15 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Not included in that number are those who have been missing in Missouri since June 2024.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

Kentucky State

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

Wisconsin State

Anne Arundel County, MD

The judge whose jury instructions in a Naval Academy midshipman’s 2022 rape trial were successfully challenged will preside over a retrial on a remaining assault charge. Anne Arundel Circuit Judge Robert Thompson ruled Thursday that he takes “a completely dispassionate view” of the accusations against Garrett Lee Holsen, who now faces a misdemeanor assault charge after being acquitted of rape. Anne Arundel County State’s Attorney Anne Colt Leitess argued Thompson should remove himself from the case.

Judge Who Oversaw Midshipman's Acquittal in Rape Case Will Preside over August Retrial

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Resuce Inc., a foster-based animal rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Miracle, a pit bull terrier who is approximately one year old, and is now looking for her forever home. According to the nonprofit rescue organization, “Miracle was dumped at a lake in Texas and rescued by a good samaritan who has been fostering her since.” This compassionate individual provided Miracle with a temporary home and the love she desperately needed. However, her foster parent recognizes that Miracle deserves even more. “While her foster hates to let her go, she knows there is a better life for Miracle in MA,” Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. noted.

Meet Miracle: The Dog Who Was Dumped At A Lake Now Looking For Love

J. Souza

Cruise ships that sail out of the United States are periodically inspected by the CDC. This ensures cruise passengers are safe and can avoid common illnesses. These surprise inspections can happen twice a year and involve reviews of the ship's kitchen, water systems, hygiene protocols, and many other aspects of the vessel.

8 Cruise Ships That Received Perfect 100 Health Scores with CDC in 2024

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora’s pallet shelters for people experiencing homelessness, which only allow a maximum 30-day stay, have been cycling the same individuals in and out, city staff told council members Thursday. Many return to street encampments when their time in the pallet shelter runs out, Jessica Prosser, homeless services director for the city, said. Then, the city sweeps the encampment again, and they get to come back to the shelter for another 30 days, Prosser explained. This process can repeat multiple times.

Aurora pallet shelters a revolving door for homeless

Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

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Trump Shooting Points to Growing Threats of Political Violence

The would-be assassin's gunfire that wounded former President Trump and sent panic through a Pennsylvania campaign rally on Saturday was unleashed at a time of increasing...

Trump Shooting Points to Growing Threats of Political Violence

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