Richmond Heights, OH

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Are you vulnerable to text message scams? Here are seven popular financial scam messages circulating today that you'll want to delete immediately.

These 7 Text Messages Are Almost Always Financial Scams

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

Polk County, FL

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The Polk County Sheriff’s Office, under the leadership of Sheriff Grady Judd, made an arrest on Saturday, July 9, 2024, following an unusual incident at a local drive-thru. According to information posted today on the Polk County Sheriff's Facebook and Instagram page, Marcus Jenkins fell asleep in the driver’s seat of his car while waiting for a chalupa, leading to a call to deputies.

Man Arrested After Falling Asleep in Taco Bell Drive-Thru

Bank of America customers could be in line for a pay out, after a settlement was agreed that saw the bank set aside $21 million for affected parties. The settlement affects customers who were with the bank between 2019 and 2023, and were charged certain wire transfer fees on incoming payments.

Bank of America $21 Million Settlement: Find Out if You’re Eligible

The US Sun

THOUSANDS of people across the country are eligible for a one-time payment after a settlement has been reached in a lawsuit. A data breach in 2021 impacted over 710,000 Americans who were connected to the eye-care provider Nationwide Vision and Vision plan provider Sightcare. In agreeing to a $3.45 million...

Americans to get $300 payment from $3.45m pot after company ‘failed to protect them’ – certain customers will get $5,400

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

Worcester, MA

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on August 16, 2021. It has since been updated. If finding a good house to rent is difficult, finding a good landlord is nearly impossible. The word "landlord" often evokes strong negative feelings, and to be fair, many do justify the stereotype. However, there are a few kind-hearted ones and a story about one such landlord was posted on Facebook. Chris Robarge, from Worcester, Massachusetts, was surprised when one of his old landlords asked for his current address. It had been a while since he moved out and all matters were settled, so it felt weird for the landlord to ask for this. He found out why a few days later when he got a letter containing a check for $2,500. He was stunned. The landlord had attached a letter explaining that he had managed to sell the house for a good price and wanted to share a bit with his tenants, who all contributed to paying the mortgage of the home.

Tenant stunned after old landlord sends him a check for $2,500 as a ‘share’ from selling the home

Now, hackers and scammers could be looking for just your phone number. It’s called “port-out hijacking” or “SIM-swapping,” and it’s been a nightmare for those who’ve fallen victim to it. In one instance, someone received an email notification from their bank that a hacker was trying to transfer $20K from their credit card to an “unfamiliar Discover Bank account.” Once that was resolved, days later, another attempt to score $19K to that same account was attempted. In this lesser-known form of identity theft, the hackers take over your phone number, so even calls and text go directly to them…and not to you. In this type of hack, even two-factor authentication can be used against you. These scams are only going to increase, but you can still be proactive in protecting yourself by regularly changing passwords, signing out of apps that you’re not currently using, and being diligent about keeping your personal information off the internet. According to the FBI, complaints regarding “SIM-swapping” have increased 400% between 2018 and 2021 and have caused over $68 million in personal losses to the victims.

How Phone Number Theft Can Be Your Latest Scamming Nightmare

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

North Carolina State

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North Carolina’s beloved Biscuitville has once again been recognized as one of the best regional fast food chains in the United States. In USA Today's annual 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Biscuitville ranked second overall and was also named the No. 1 best fast food breakfast spot in the country.

North Carolina is home to one of the best regional fast food chains in America

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Distractify

Tyler Herro made headlines years ago when shirtless gym training pics of him surfaced on the internet with a pair of red ink tattoos that read: "NO WORK  NO CHECK."It's a pull yourself up from your bootstraps philosophy that have helped a lot of people establish successful businesses and careers for themselves.The reverse of this philosophy, arguably, is also true: If you're putting in work for an employer and they're not giving you your check, should you continue working for them?A TikToker named Devon "Sweet D" (@devondittmer) posted a viral clip to the popular social media application decrying management...

“They Can’t Do That” — Woman “Forgets” to Work After Payroll “Forgets” to Issue Check

EDINA, MN – In the dark underbelly of digital transactions, a new breed of thieves lurk, ready to snatch your hard-earned cash. Card skimmers and shimmers—those sneaky gadgets—are more sophisticated than ever, and they’re targeting you at ATMs and checkouts. As digital payments rise, these cunning...

Card Skimming Scam: How Thieves Are Stealing YOUR MONEY Right Under Your Nose!

Memphis, TN

Horn Lake, MS

Mississippi News Group

Written with artificial intelligence assistance. UPDATE JULY 29: Memphis police have confirmed that the body found in a burned-out car is Jaderius Webb, 20. The Horn Lake Police Department identified the vehicle in the Memphis city impound lot as Webb's. The circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, and the investigation is ongoing. For further details, click here to read the report from WMC-TV.

Burned Body Identified as Missing Man

Orange County, CA

Corcoran, CA

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CORCORAN – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) officials are investigating the July 28, 2024, death of an incarcerated person at California Substance Abuse Treatment Facility as a homicide.

Pimp arrested in Orange County killed by an inmate at a state prison

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Don’t fall for it: The restaurant tipping scam that makes you tip extra without knowing

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?

NBC News

Two women have been charged in yearslong “romance schemes” to dupe a number of elderly men out of more than $7 million, Manhattan federal prosecutors said in a court filing. The women, identified as Rosanna Lisa Stanley and Gina Guy, defrauded at least 16 victims out of millions...

2 women charged in 'romance schemes' to defraud elderly men out of $7 million, feds say

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Unknown man slowly plans his escape with stolen computer monitor: Richmond Heights Police Blotter

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Unknown man slowly plans his escape with stolen computer monitor: Richmond Heights Police Blotter

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