Oregon State

Umatilla County, OR

New Mexico State

La Pine, OR

The Independent

 A wind-driven wildfire spread Wednesday outside a central Oregon community, where residents of numerous homes and businesses were urged to evacuate, authorities said.The Darlene 3 Fire grew to nearly 4 square miles (10 square kilometers) near the community of La Pine and was 30% contained, Central Oregon Fire Information posted on the social media site X.Evacuation alerts were sent to 1,100 homes and businesses, said Lt. Jayson Janes of the Deschutes County Sherriff's Office. He said about 50-60 people sought refuge at a local high school serving as an evacuation center.It was not known whether any structures had burned....

Wind-driven wildfire spreads outside a central Oregon community and prompts evacuations

The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Oregon Governor Tina Kotek issued a state of emergency declaration this week due to the imminent wildfire threat.
                The declaration will last through Oct. 1.
                "Wildfires are active across Oregon and are growing at a concerning pace. Hot and windy conditions this weekend, including forecasted lightning in some areas, are threatening even larger wildfires," Kotek said in a press release from her office. "I am declaring...

Oregon declares wildfire emergency in response to several active wildfires

Draft versions of the statewide wildfire hazard and wildland-urban interface maps are available to the public for review and comment starting today on Oregon State University’s Wildfire Risk Explorer website. The wildfire hazard map's purposes are to:. Educate Oregon residents and property owners about the level of hazard where...

New Oregon Wildfire Hazard Map Released

UPI News

Gov. Tina Kotek has declared a state of emergency over the threat caused by wildfires burning tens of thousands of acres throughout Oregon.

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek declares state of emergency over wildfire threat

Colorado State

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National Weather Force

Severe thunderstorms are expected from the northern/central High Plains into the northern/central Plains on Friday, with the most organized storms from far northeast Colorado into central Nebraska. Check below for further details, timing and much more information.

Damaging Winds, Large Hail & Isolated Tornadoes; Central Plains; Late Afternoon; July 19, 202

Lancaster County, PA

NewsByJoshua

Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Bryan County, GA

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The Current GA

South Korean automaker Hyundai announced Tuesday that its top-selling electric vehicle, the IONIQ 5, will be the first model to roll off the assembly line at its $7.6 billion EV and battery plant currently under construction in Bryan County near Savannah.

Hyundai IONIQ 5 EV model will be first off Bryan County assembly line

Clarke County, MS

Mississippi News Group

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Coral Gables, FL

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Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

New York City, NY

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

Pima County, AZ

Picture Rocks, AZ

Law & Crime

A father is under arrest after his 9-year-old son's decomposing remains were allegedly found on a couch inside a home filled with garbage, "soiled diapers," "one gallon bottles" of urine, and spiders.
The post ‘Should have called somebody’: 9-year-old boy found sitting upright and decomposing on couch in home filled with black widow spiders, deputies say first appeared on Law & Crime.

'Should have called somebody': 9-year-old boy found dead sitting upright on couch in home filled with black widow spiders, deputies say

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Death Disclosure Laws and Property Disclosures in North Carolina. In North Carolina, there is no legal obligation for homeowners or real estate agents to disclose if a death has occurred in a home, whether by natural causes, murder, or suicide. However, if a potential buyer directly inquires about any deaths on the property, the seller is required to provide that information.

If someone dies at your house do you have to tell a potential buyer? What North Carolina law says

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
The post Police Log, 7/10/2024 first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

Police Log, 7/10/2024

California State

Deseret News

Wildfires are sweeping across the nation, with firefighters actively fighting 62 large wildfires, according to data from the Emergency Fire Center. The fires have eaten up over 700,000 acres. Some of the fires have been raging for weeks in the heat, leaving communities in a smoke-filled haze. Here are the states battling active large fires currently: Here are some notable developing situations to keep tabs on.

See photos of wildfires blazing through the West

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

As North Carolina continues to attract new residents, understanding the rights and obligations of both tenants and landlords becomes increasingly important. Here’s what you need to know about landlord entry and tenant rights in the state.

Can landlords enter at any time, or is it trespassing? Here are the rules in North Carolina

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) known as “Operation Summer Heat,” following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings.

KSP’s Operation Summer Heat makes 206 drug trafficking arrests, saving lives in safer state

Georgia State

Dublin, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Officials from the U.S. Department of Justice have announced that a 42-year-old man from Dublin, Georgia, has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to distributing fentanyl.

Georgia Man Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years for Fentanyl Distribution

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

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Oregon Governor Declares Emergency as Wildfires Escalate in Umatilla County

With wildfires rapidly escalating in Umatilla County near Pilot Rock, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek enacted the Emergency Conflagration Act late Thursday. The Oregon State Fire Marshal's...

Oregon Governor Declares Emergency as Wildfires Escalate in Umatilla County

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