Delaware County, PA

Columbus, OH

Pennsylvania State

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This is the absolute safest city to live in Pennsylvania!

Pennsylvania Destination Named 'Safest' Place To Live In The Entire State

Georgia State

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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

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Las Vegas, NV

Bellingham Metro News

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck areas near Las Vegas on Tuesday night, according to the United States Geological Service (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 8:06 p.m., was centered approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, near Indian Springs.

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Areas Near Las Vegas

Port Richey, FL

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Akeena

Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

Scranton, PA

Community Health Services is selling the facilities to WoodBridge Healthcare in a $120 million deal. Pennsylvania officials expressed optimism about the sale. In another move to offload some of its properties, Community Health Services, Inc. is selling three hospitals in Pennsylvania. The company has reached a deal to sell Commonwealth...

Three Pennsylvania hospitals to be sold

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A historic marker could be erected to honor the victims of the racist mass shooting at the Dollar General store in Jacksonville’s New Town neighborhood nearly a year ago. If approved by the Jacksonville City Council, a marker would be installed at Kings Road and Canal Street on Aug. 25, a day before the first anniversary of the shooting, when a white gunman took the lives of three Black people.

Memorial considered to honor Dollar General victims

Philadelphia, PA

CBS Philly

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Bob and Barbara's Lounge on South Street near 15th is pretty much a Philadelphia landmark. The local watering hole has been slinging drinks since 1969 and has made a name for itself by hosting live music, sporting events and drag shows. Most recently, Bob and Barbara's Lounge was named in Philly Magazine's "Philly Phifty" index. They even claim to have invented "The Special," which is a shot of bourbon and a beer. The Special started as a way to lure musicians into the venue, and these days, the talent keeps getting bigger and better."Imitation is the finest form of...

At Bob and Barbara's Lounge, the drinks and people make this Philadelphia bar special

Fairview, PA

HARRISBURG, PA – The body of a 10-year-old kayaker who disappeared under the water in Pennsylvania on Saturday was found under a pile of debris Wednesday morning, officials said. In moments of unimaginable pain, our hearts go out to those who are suffering. We find comfort in the promise...

BREAKING! Tragic Discovery: Body of Missing 10-Year-Old Boy Found in Pennsylvania Creek!

Colorado State

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

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

Ocilla, GA

Last Thursday, agents from the South Central Drug Task Force (SCDTF) made an arrest following a successful execution of a search warrant at a residence in Ocilla. According to officials, the search yielded a significant quantity of drugs, including tablets suspected to contain fentanyl, associated with a criminal street gang.

Successful Drug Bust in Ocilla Leads to Arrest Linked to 'Local Criminal Street Gang'

North Carolina State

Pittsboro, NC

Town Talks

When it comes to dining out, the search for that perfect restaurant experience can be daunting. However, the food experts at LoveFood.com have taken some of the guesswork out by compiling a list of the most famous restaurants in every state.

The Most Famous North Carolina Restaurant Is Not Where You Think

New Jersey State

101.5 The BUZZ

Anthony Collins of Seaside Heights, New Jersey, was sentenced to three years in prison for fatally punching Robert May, a racist white man who assaulted and called Collins' family the N-word.
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New Jersey Black Man Sentenced To 3 Years In Prison For Fatally Punching Racist Who Called Him N-Word

Philadelphia, NY

The Independent

 A former Philadelphia police officer was sentenced to at least eight years in prison for fatally shooting a 12-year-old boy in the back in 2022.Edsaul Mendoza, 28, pleaded guilty in April to third-degree murder in the shooting of Thomas “TJ” Siderio. He was the youngest person ever fatally shot by a Philadelphia police officer, and Mendoza’s sentence marks the first time an officer in the city was charged with murder for an on-duty shooting.On March 1, 2022, the youth fired on a group of officers in an unmarked police car who were investigating a stolen firearm case, then fled....

Former Philly cop who shot and killed 12-year-old in the back sentenced to at least eight years behind bars

Pompano Beach, FL

In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

Los Angeles, CA

L.A. TACO

Last month, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) released video footage that shows a veteran LAPD officer chasing a young man through a Pacoima housing project before fatally shooting him in the back as he ran away.

20-Year-Old Fatally Shot in The Back By LAPD Officer in Pacoima Projects

J. Souza

According to cruise industry reports, the world's largest cruise ship is sailing well above 100% capacity, thanks to more beds being filled on recent sailings. Royal Caribbean’s newest flagship, the Icon of the Seas, is proving to be an unprecedented success, with occupancy rates far exceeding expectations.

The Largest Cruise Ship in the World is Sailing at 132% Capacity: How This is Even Possible

Raleigh, NC

Big cities are known for their hustle and bustle, drawing people in who crave excitement, variety, and entertainment. But bigger isn’t always better, or at least not for Raleigh, North Carolina.

North Carolina City Named The Most Boring Town in the State

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Chester Pike facelift: Delco officials propose upgrades for a thoroughfare more friendly to pedestrians and bicyclists

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