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Herbie J Pilato

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

El Paso, TX

Border Report

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – The government of Mexico has made good on last year’s promise to hand over to U.S. authorities the nephew and alleged associate of jailed drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero. Mexican officials at the Toluca International Airport turned over Rodrigo Omar Paez Quintero to U.S. agents so he can face […]

Drug lord Caro Quintero’s nephew extradited to US

Kaysville, UT

A missing Utah teen and her two cousins have been found safe, nearly two weeks after they disappeared in Mexico, the FBI said in a statement to ABC News. Elizabeth Gonzalez, 14, and her two cousins, Sofia Mailen Moreno Zamora, 6, and Regina Moreno Zamora, 4, disappeared on June 30, while Gonzalez was in Mexico City visiting family, authorities said.

American teen, 2 cousins missing in Mexico found safe

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all quotes and commentary from Donna Douglas are from an interview with her conducted by the author.]. Donna Douglas, who died of pancreative cancer at 82 in 2015, was an honest-to-goodness Southern Belle who displayed a natural beauty and talent in her portrayal of the hollering, rope-wearing, whistle-happy, and critter-cuddling Elly May Clampett on the 1960s classic TV hit, The Beverly Hillbillies.

TV's Beloved 'Beverly Hillbillies' Actress Donna Douglas: Nine Years After Her Death

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Los Angeles, CA

Dennis the Menace actor Jay North is now 73 years old. This is his story. On August 3, 1951, Jay North was born Jay Waverly North, Jr., in Los Angeles, and seven years later, began acting on TV on shows like Wanted: Dead or Alive, and 77 Sunset Strip.

Former Childstar Jay North (TV's 'Dennis the Menace') Turns 73

Chicago, IL

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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?

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Two sons of the notorious drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzmán – one in prison in the US, the other free in Mexico – carved out an agreement together before one took a consequential flight last month from Mexico to El Paso, Texas, according to a Mexican security official.

Two sons of ‘El Chapo’ made agreement before one flew to the US and was arrested, Mexican official says

Florida State

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Jacksonville Today

Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency in Northeast Florida and across much of the state as a tropical system appears almost certain to develop. The National Hurricane Center said Friday morning that a tropical wave has a 90% chance of developing into at least a tropical depression over the next seven days. Most models show it moving into the Gulf of Mexico and then coming ashore and crossing the state, possibly moving over Northeast Florida.

Tropical system is nearly certain to develop

South Carolina State

Explore Beaufort SC

The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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Tackling a story that would have been perfect for a fourth season of Narcos: Mexico, Cowboy Cartel concerns the most dangerous drug outfit in the world, a rookie FBI agent with an intriguing tip and a spot-on hunch, and racehorses whose money-making potential proved irresistible for villains intent on laundering their ill-gotten gains.Premiering on Apple TV+  Friday, Aug. 2, this sharply directed four-part docuseries from Dan Johnstone and Castor Fernandez is an intricate and gripping tale of criminal enterprise machinations, investigative strategies, and immense danger, and it’s augmented by the participation of virtually every law enforcement agent involved—not to...

‘Cowboy Cartel’: Inside the Mexican Drug Cartel’s Deadly Horse Racing Scheme

The vehicles, which often feature homemade armour, are used as a show of force by cartels.

Seized Mexican cartel 'monster trucks' destroyed

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(Reuters) - As a propeller plane on Thursday whirred towards the U.S.-Mexico border to cross illegally, U.S. agents raced to meet it at a small municipal airport near El Paso, Texas, and arrest two men who were part of Mexican drug trafficking royalty.

How El Chapo's son helped U.S. arrest fabled narco chief "El Mayo"

Latin Times

A Norwegian man known as "The Professor" has been arrested in Colombia and accused of leading a drug-trafficking ring that moved cocaine from South America to Europe in the largest sailboat fleet in the world, local police announced. The man, Pazooki Farhad, was detained at El Dorado airport. His alleged...

'The Professor,' alleged leader of the world's largest 'narco sailboat' ring is captured in Colombia

Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers have announced that they have signed to Mom + Pop and will be releasing a deluxe version of their 2023 album I Love You called I Love You Too. The band has released a video (directed by Michelle Pitiris) for their new song “Dull” which features Softcult. Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers will be playing a handful of US shows this fall. Check out the video and dates below.

Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers sign to Mom + Pop, share video for “Dull” ft. Softcult

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Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

Rodney Anonymous of Dead Milkmen will release his first solo EP on October 1. It will be called Tales From The FrankenCartridge and will include six tracks, including "psychic mom," "dry bones speak," "this ghastly noise," and "The King of Clown's Ass Kentucky." The tracks are expected to be industrial/electronic influenced. Rodney has previously released material with 7th Victim (with Janet Bresslar) and Burn Witch Burn.

Rodney Anonymous to release solo EP

Addison, IL

Chicago Food King

Living in the area of Wood Dale, I am always on the hunt to try somewhere local and support them. I remember trying Elio Pizza several years ago and I was not really impressed with the food. However, my biggest complaint was the atmosphere created by the employees. My first interaction felt very cliquey, with preferential treatment given to people they knew instead of new customers.

This Popular Italian Restaurant in Addison has lost my business for good—no more Chances.

Newish Philly area band RIPP have released a new track. It's called "Destructive Fixation." Right now, it appears to be a stand alone single. You can hear the new tune below.

Sunami announces full USA tour

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