Portland, OR

Columbus, OH

Oregon State

Medford, OR

The Independent

An Oregon nurse has been arrested for allegedly using her patients’ pain medication and swapping it with tap water, risking “serious infections” in those she was meant to be looking after.Dani Marie Schofield faces 44 counts of assault in the second degree – each charge reflective of a patient “affected by Schofield’s criminal actions,” the Medford Police Department said in a statement.The intensive care unit nurse has been accused of diverting patients’ liquid fentanyl for personal use, and replacing it with unsterilized water, authorities said. The synthetic opioid is up to 100 times more potent than morphine.Schofield worked at Asante...

ICU nurse arrested for swapping patients’ pain medication with tap water

New York Post

Construction workers in Italy recently came across the site of an ancient laundry near the Vatican, officials say.

Italy’s Ministry of Culture announced the surprising findings in a press release on June 14. 

The discovery was made during construction efforts at Piazza Pia, a Roman square that Italian officials are “pedestrianizing.”

Pictures of the site show archaeologists uncovering ancient tiled floors several feet below ground level. 

Tubs, which were used to clean dirty clothes, were also found at the site.

Jennifer Lopez, worth $400 million, takes commercial flight without Ben Affleck after ‘emotional’ few weeks

Excavators also uncovered what appear to be ceramic shards from destroyed artifacts. 

Officials also...

Construction workers can’t believe their eyes after finding items nearly 1,700 years old

Homes & Gardens

In the socialite's home, the living and dining spaces cleverly flow into one another – and this style will only grow more popular

Kim Kardashian's hybrid living space follows this ingenious layout trend – experts say it promotes 'functionality and a sense of spaciousness'

Clark County, WA

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Timothy A Gruver

Dentist Ellis B. Jardine of Clark County has been suspended for allegedly practicing outside the scope of his licenses and subpar care, the Washington State Department of Health reported on Friday.

Dentist Suspended for Subpar Care & Unlicensed Practices

Real Simple

It’s time to lighten up my space, inside and out.

I Found a Way to Upgrade Every Room in My Home This Summer—All for Under $100

Aurora, CO

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The Aurora City Council will consider Monday allowing residents of the city to own up to four dogs, an increase from the current city limit of three dogs per household. “The love for dogs is an age-old sentiment that transcends cultures and societies,” reads the ordinance, sponsored by council member Francoise Bergan. “Dogs have not only become companions to the young and old, but also are considered members of a family unit.”

Aurora may allow four dogs per household, pit bull outcome still uncertain

While you can get far more mileage out of your jeans between washes, towels need to be laundered more regularly. Even though you are using them to dry off your clean body right after bathing, towel fibers will accumulate residual dirt and bacteria from sweat, body oil, and makeup, among other factors.

How To Wash Towels

Interior designers share their favorite small sunroom ideas, helping to create spaces where you can entertain, relax, unwind and enjoy the views

9 small sunroom ideas that prove you don't need a lot of space to create a sanctuary

Washington State

Kianna Writes

Some tough news is coming out of Washington as multiple companies across the state have announced significant layoffs. It seems like an array of sectors is feeling the pinch, with the McKinley Paper Company being the latest to join this unfortunate trend. They've recently filed a WARN notice, indicating that 190 employees at their Port Angeles facility will be permanently laid off by August 25. This company, known for its environmentally friendly, high-tech mills that produce 100% recycled paper, is just one of many facing such drastic measures.

Hundreds Laid Off by Unexpected Company in Washington

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

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

WyoFile

Within hours of the sighting on Wednesday, Frank van Manen caught word that there was a grizzly sow with five cubs in tow spotted in Yellowstone National Park. Five cubs following mom is so unlikely that van Manen, who leads the Interagency Grizzly Bear Study Team, pondered an explanation.

Five grizzly bear cubs make the largest litter in Yellowstone-area history

Top Ten Reviews

Have you ever left a load of wet laundry in the washer again and returned home to a stinky, moldy pile of clothes, towels or sheets? We’ve all done it from time to time, and it's no surprise; the best washing machines are so quiet that it’s easy to forget they’re running at all.However, leaving clothes to fester in damp conditions can lead to musty odors, mildew growth and even dye transfer between coloured and light items of clothing. As a result, you could end up having to throw out some much-loved clothes. But how long can damp fabrics safely...

How long can wet laundry stay in the washer? We ask an expert

Prince William County, VA

Woodbridge, VA

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A Dale City couple, wanted on felony child abuse charges following the death of their toddler son in 2023, turned themselves in to the police on Saturday, June 8, 2024. The case dates back to January 22, 2023, when emergency responders found the 19-month-old boy unresponsive at the family’s home on the 4300 block of Granby Road in Woodbridge. Despite being rushed to a local hospital, the boy was pronounced dead upon arrival.

Dale City Couple Wanted for Toddler's Death Turn Themselves In After Year-Long Search

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?

It may look like Gollum escaped from J.R.R. Tolkien’s universe through space and time, but this isn’t fiction. A kinkajou was climbing on a wooden sign post at a Washington State rest stop, and that is not where this animal is supposed to be. Maybe that’s why it looked so disturbed when someone took pictures of the creature peering at them.

Mysterious Gollum-Like Creature Found at Washington Rest Stop

Georgia State

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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

Missouri State

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

Although temperatures are heating up nationally, you don’t have to opt to keep your air conditioner on to stay cool. It’s officially summer, and the temperatures are heating up! Many national cities are experiencing a severe heat wave, causing people to get creative with ways to stay cool without consistently using an air conditioner. Some of us might not be fortunate enough to have an air conditioner. Whether you’re trying to get some rest or relax in your home, the heat can make it unbearable. To help you get through the scorching heat this summer, we’ve devised ways to cool down even without access to an air conditioner.

How To Stay Cool Without An AC When Sleeping In The Summer

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced an adorable puppy named Koi who they describe as a “sweet and happy little puppy who found himself dumped at a high kill shelter for unknown reasons.” Despite the harsh start to his life, Koi remains an adorable and energetic puppy. Now, thanks to Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. giving him a second chance and rescuing him from the high-kill shelter, Koi is ready for adoption and looking for his forever home.

Meet Koi: The Sweet & Happy Little Puppy Dumped At A High-Kill Shelter

If you ever looked around your home and wondered what you can do to improve your design, look no further. The space might not be begging for an extensive renovation or a major furniture overhaul—it can simply come down to styling. That’s one reason we were thrilled to connect...

3 Design Elements Pros Always Use to Elevate a Space Instantly

Gladstone, OR

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NewsBreak

Portland's Pier Pool Shuts Down Due to Major Plumbing Issues, Swim Lessons Move to Peninsula Pool

In a rather unwelcome turn for local swimmers, Portland Parks & Recreation has announced that the popular Pier Pool is currently closed for what seems to...

Portland's Pier Pool Shuts Down Due to Major Plumbing Issues, Swim Lessons Move to Peninsula Pool

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