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San Antonio, TX

Columbus, OH

USA TODAY

Gonzales was convicted of the rape and murder of 18-year-old Bridget Townsend, who was just getting her start in life.

'I'm sorry': Texas executes Ramiro Gonzales on birthday of 18-year-old he raped and killed

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

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

Luling, TX

ESPN 690

A Buc-ee’s location that was being demolished after being replaced by the “world’s largest Buc-ee’s” location caught fire this week.

First Buc-ee’s travel center catches fire during demolition

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Ash Jurberg

Texas Chicken Chain Takes Flight: Layne's Expansion Sizzles Nationwide. A Texas-born chicken finger sensation is spreading its wings across the Lone Star State and beyond. Layne's Chicken Fingers, a fast-growing restaurant chain, is experiencing rapid expansion with 17 locations currently open and eight more set to debut this year. The company's ambitious growth plan doesn't stop there – an impressive 220 units have already been signed for by eager franchisees.

Deep in the Heart of Expansion: Texas Chain Opening Locations Across the Nation

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Chicago, IL

Chicago Food Adventures

Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Harris County, TX

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City Pulse

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – According to Constable Mark Herman, deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office responded to a vehicle crash on the 25700 block of the Hardy Toll Road on June 7, 2024. The at-fault driver, Andrea Bernard, fled on foot but was quickly detained and displayed several signs of intoxication.

Woman arrested after defecating, spitting on deputies after hit and run

The New Republic

Nobody seems to trust Ted Cruz anymore.The Texas senator’s simple hurricane warning message was ill received by state residents late Sunday, apparently reminding the Lone Star citizens of another one of his climate misfires.Cruz reshared an emergency relief video made by local businessman Jim McIngvale, better known as Mattress Mack to Houstonites, offering help should the storm take a turn for the worse. Cruz urged people to stay safe, ahead of Hurricane Beryl’s landfall.“Mack is an American hero,” Cruz wrote on X. “Stay safe & avoid high water as the hurricane makes landfall.”But sending a message of care to Texas...

Ted Cruz’s Hurricane Warning Hilariously Backfires

Gloucester County, NJ

Franklinville, NJ

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

Colorado State

Brighton, CO

David Heitz

The largest tiny home festival in the region is about to roll out the welcome mat in Brighton. The Colorado Tiny House Festival will be July 12-14 at Riverdale Regional Park. “This tiny home show blends the spirit of the tiny living movement with the most up-to-date information on going tiny, simplifying your life, minimalistic living, and living greener,” according to a news release. “Unique small living structures will be spread throughout the Colorado Tiny House Festival grounds and include an assortment of professional and do-it-yourself builds including tiny homes on wheels, a 3D printed tiny home, accessory dwelling units, also known as ADUs, skoolies, converted vans, unique recreational vehicles, and more.”

Colorado's largest tiny home festival coming to Brighton as state law makes dwellings more practical

Adel, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last Friday, two men were arrested on charges following a joint investigation into drug trafficking in Adel, culminating in a search at their home. According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI), the search took place on Friday, June 28, at the residence of 28-year-old Shyiem Marquon Banks and 36-year-old Roderick Dion Collins. Investigators discovered a substantial quantity of drugs, including 210 grams of suspected methamphetamine, 3.2 pounds of suspected marijuana, 13 grams of suspected alpha-PVP (Flakka/bath salts), over 90 suspected oxycodone tablets, and 2 firearms.

Two Arrested in South Georgia Drug Bust Uncovering Methamphetamine, Marijuana, and Firearms

Houston, TX

New York Post

Double trouble!

A Texas husband was charged with bigamy when his third wife discovered he was getting re-married to another woman through a Facebook post as the married couple never divorced.

Marcus Shorten, who has already gone through two separate divorces in his lifetime, wed a woman named Tammie in 2012, but decided to separate after seven years together, according to KTRK.



The couple still talked occasionally and even discussed going through the legal proceedings of a divorce.

“I didn’t want a divorce, I’m getting me some help Tammie, I don’t want a divorce I don’t want my family to think of me as...

Husband charged after his wife discovers he married another woman through Facebook post

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s medical cannabis program has taken significant steps toward ensuring those with qualifying conditions have access to medical cannabis as soon as possible, said Gov. Andy Beshear this week.

State to open licensing applications for medical cannabis businesses beginning July 1

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Falling in love with a concerned partner is a wonderful thing. Some zodiac signs easily meet their perfect match while others are unlucky in love. It is advisable to consider someone’s character, hobbies and weaknesses before you propose to them. Also, commitment and loyalty are necessary to grow a relationship. Have a forgiving heart whenever your partner offends you and avoid holding grudges. How is your love life now?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Lucky in Love

Aurora, CO

About 80 people overtook Aurora’s City Council meeting Monday, causing the mayor to recess the meeting three times in an effort to bring about order. The council then agreed to extend public invited to be heard beyond the one-hour time limit. The speakers showed up to chide the City Council for not punishing the officer that shot and killed Kilyn Lewis. Lewis was a suspect in a crime which is why police approached him. Body camera footage released by the Aurora Police Department showed Lewis did not have a gun and repeatedly yelled “I don’t have nothing!” with his hands in the air. Despite this, officer Michael Dieck killed him with a single shot from his rifle. Lewis never had more than a cell phone in his hand, the video showed.

Supporters of Black man killed by Aurora police overtake council meeting

HuffPost

Critics said the Texas Republican’s “stay safe” alert only served as a reminder of one thing.

Ted Cruz’s Hurricane Beryl Warning Goes Spectacularly Awry

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts has announced a heartwarming and adorable event that will both raise money for the local animal shelter while also socializing a few of their tiniest furry friends. The local animal shelter explains, "We need help socializing 12 adorable kittens! Your job would be to hang out with them, play with them and pet them!"

Local Animal Shelter Announces Adorable "Play With Kittens" Event

The Independent

 Texas residents are preparing themselves for Hurricane Beryl - the tropical storm which has decimated parts of Mexico and The Caribbean since Thursday (4 July). Residents on the coast are drilling wooden boards to the windows of their homes to protect them from the high winds, and any debris that may be caught in the hurricane. “It’s just a normal day in paradise,” says Jimmy May, a Port Lavaca resident. Beryl brought rain and growing winds to Texas today (7 July), and is expected to make landfall as a Category 1 hurricane on Monday. Texas Lieutant Governor Dan Patrick warned residents that it will be a “deadly storm” for those caught in its path.

Texas residents gear up for Hurricane Beryl

Georgia State

The Current GA

People held in Georgia immigrant detention centers will soon face new challenges in their search for lawyers to represent them in immigration court, a development that will likely doom many people’s chances of fighting deportation.

For migrants in Georgia, fighting deportation will become harder. Here’s why.

Massachusetts State

Meet Doc, a tiny Chihuahua with a big heart, now ready for adoption at Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a nonprofit foster-based rescue in Massachusetts. Weighing only 7 lbs, this 6-year-old sweetie is described as a "lovable and happy boy who will bring endless joy to your life."

Meet The Tiny Chihuahua With A Big Personality Looking For Love

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Texas Standard for July 8, 2024: San Antonio utility shuts off water to hundreds after apartment owners stiff the bill

Here are the stories on Texas Standard for Monday, July 8, 2024:. Texas Standard continues to closely track the effects of Hurricane Beryl and its impact...

Texas Standard for July 8, 2024: San Antonio utility shuts off water to hundreds after apartment owners stiff the bill

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