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Columbus, OH

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

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Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

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The Independent

From sharing a classroom in a Nebraska high school to joining Kamala Harris on the pre-Democratic National Convention bus tour, Tim and Gwen Walz have always worked in close proximity

Tim Walz’s wife Gwen shares story of how they met as they join Harris on pre-DNC bus tour

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David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Beloved actress Nichelle Nichols, who died at 89 in 2022, found fame with her pioneering role as Communications Officer Lt. Nyota Uhura on TV's original Star Trek series (NBC, 1966-1969). She went on to play a groundbreaking role in several feature films and, as an African-American actress, became a beacon of dignity and diversity in Hollywood.

'Star Trek's' Nichelle Nichols Was Not Allowed To Play Secretary 'Peggy Fair' on TV's 'Mannix'

Phil Donahue, whose pioneering daytime talk show launched an indelible television genre, has died

Phil Donahue, whose pioneering daytime talk show launched an indelible television genre, has died.

Registration has begun under President Joe Biden’s offer of a path to citizenship to spouses of U.S. citizens without having to first leave the country

US starts citizenship program for migrant spouses, but some are left out

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J. Souza

According to news reports, a dramatic fire engulfed a $19 million superyacht on Saturday, sending plumes of smoke billowing over the waters of the Gulf of Olbia, Sardinia. The incident, which occurred in a region often dubbed the "Billionaire's Playground," resulted in the complete loss of the 154-foot vessel.

Billionaire's Superyacht Catches Fire and Sinks: 16 People Were On Board

Florida State

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said he will consider more DUI patrols if voters legalize recreational marijuana use in Florida. Voters will consider Amendment 3 in November. It would allow adults 21 or older to possess, purchase or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical purposes.

More DUI patrols possible if marijuana issue passes

California State

Thiel compared California liberalism to Saudi Arabian Wahabbism — but it was sort of a compliment

Peter Thiel, eccentric billionaire patron of JD Vance, says he is thinking about leaving the US

Connecticut State

Parts of southwestern Connecticut have been hit hit by severe flooding from as much as 10 inches of rain, and at least one person is confirmed dead

As much as 10 inches of rain floods parts of Connecticut. At least 1 person is dead

Denver, CO

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

 CCTV footage posted on Facebook shows the storm that blew through parts of Sicily overnight on Sunday and Monday, before a yacht carrying British tourists capsized off Palermo.One person died and seven are missing after the British-flagged vessel - named by the coast guard as the Bayesian - capsized and sank at about 5am on Monday 19 August.The Independent understands that British tech tycoon Mike Lynch is among six people missing after the 56-metre (184-foot) yacht sank.Footage shows the storm in the village of Santa Nicolicchia.

CCTV shows intensity of storm which capsized superyacht off Italy coast

Ernestas Juska, of Dartford, is also charged with committing a sexual offence against a dead woman.

Man, 20, appears in court accused of murdering woman in Dartford

Thomson, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A Georgia city mayor has been arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation following an investigation and a grand jury indictment. According to GBI officials, the Thomson Police Department requested the agency to investigate an allegation that Thomson City Mayor, 52-year-old Benjamin Cary Cranford, provided alcohol to an inmate on work detail within the city limits on June 4, 2024.

Georgia City Mayor Arrested for Allegedly Giving Alcohol to an Inmate on Work Det

The previous government brought in an early release scheme in a bid to cut prison overcrowding.

Criminals reoffending after being freed early from jail – watchdog

There are concerns that a protected species of bat is hibernating in the existing mansion

Tyson Fury’s plans for £2.5m ‘Grand Designs’ mansion knocked back by councils to protect hibernating bats

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Crowds of activists are beginning to gather in Chicago for protests outside the Democratic National Convention

Protesters plan large marches and rallies as Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago

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