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Maddow Blog | Time to update the talking points: Border conditions keep improving
To believe that “the greatest invasion in history” is underway at the U.S./Mexico border is to believe stale and discredited nonsense.
2 min read - USThe Courier Journal
Anchorage Public School could delay start of school year due to roof leak
Most schools are about to be back in session in the Bluegrass, but Anchorage Public School is asking for a delay. Here's why.
1 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
Medical examiner identifies Fort Worth man whose body was found in Lake Como
The Fort Worth Fire Department’s dive and water rescue teams responded to the lake after receiving a drowning call on Monday afternoon.
1 min read - USOregon Capital Chronicle
Oregon Rep. Maxine Dexter of Portland resigns from state Legislature
State Rep. Maxine Dexter, a Portland Democrat, will serve her last day as a legislator on Aug. 30 to focus on her run for Congress. After four years representing House District 33, which covers northwest and downtown Portland, Dexter appears poised to represent Oregon’s 3rd Congressional District. She won the competitive Democratic primary in May […]
2 min read - USAkron Beacon Journal
'I don't know if she's breathing': 911 calls describe scene after fatal Summit Lake shooting
Akron police released the 911 calls following Sunday's fatal shooting in Summit Lake. Callers were frantic and described a chaotic scene.
2 min read - USSemafor
Trump weighs in on Sonya Massey shooting, qualifies his call for police 'immunity'
He made the remarks at the National Association of Black Journalists’ annual convention in Chicago on Wednesday.
2 min read - PoliticsRhode Island Current
U.S. Senate Energy panel approves bipartisan bill streamlining energy permitting
A lopsided vote on the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee advanced a bipartisan bill Wednesday to overhaul the process to gain federal approvals for energy projects. The 15-4 vote demonstrated broad support for the bill, though it remains unclear if Congress will take the time in an election year to move the measure […]
4 min read - USThe Daily Reporter
Prosecutor: Minimal injuries in Taggart Road stabbing
The incident was reported about 9:30 p.m. Tuesday.
1 min read - USIowa Capital Dispatch
Federal judge in Alabama lets Title IX rule protecting LGBTQ kids go forward in four states
A federal judge has struck down an attempt by Alabama, Florida, Georgia and South Carolina to halt enforcement of the Biden administration’s final rule for Title IX, shortly before the final rule takes effect nationwide on Thursday. The administration’s updated regulations — which seek to extend federal discrimination protections for LGBTQ students — have been met […]
3 min read - USJournal Star
Illinois player wins $1 million Mega Millions prize playing online
An unidentified Illinois player won a $1 million prize during the Mega Millions drawing Tuesday, July 30, 2024.
1 min read - USThe Times-Leader (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
Ashley man charged with initiating pursuit, firearm offense
Jul. 31—ASHLEY — A man from Ashley surrendered when found hiding down an embankment after he initiated a pursuit with Ashley police early Wednesday morning. Taquil Lishemel Baley, 24, of South Main Street, was stopped on Mary Street for having excessive window tint on a 2015 BMW 428i he was operating just after 1 a.m., according to court records. An officer detected a strong odor of marijuana ...
2 min read - USThe Times-Leader (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
PennDOT announces plans for Route 118 safety improvement project in Lehman Twp.
Jul. 31—LEHMAN TWP. — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) on Wednesday issued an invitation to the public to a virtual plans display regarding the Route 118, Section 392, Safety Improvement Project. The project involves work consisting of: —Widening Route 118 to accommodate two 11-foot lanes. —An 11-foot left turn lane. —Four-foot shoulders along Route 118. —Minimal ...
2 min read - USThe Times-Leader (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
Partington sentenced for escape in brother mix up prison release
Jul. 31—WILKES-BARRE — A man who used his half-brother's identity to be released from the Luzerne County Correctional Facility was sentenced to up to one year in prison on an escape charge Wednesday. Billy Partington, 30, of Wilkes-Barre, misrepresented himself and never corrected corrections' officers when his picture was compared to his half-brother, Drake Partington, who were both jailed at ...
1 min read - USNBC News
Bodycam video shows fatal police shooting of 4-year-old Illinois boy and man holding him hostage
Body camera video was released this week of a March 16 police shooting that killed an Illinois man and the 4-year-old boy he was holding hostage.
4 min read - BusinessPetoskey News Review
Midwest region gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in Midwest region last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - USMinnesota Reformer
How Minnesota changed during Tim Walz’s tenure
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has hit the talk show circuit in support of Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign and is currently on the short list to serve as her running mate, according to media reports. The sudden, intense speculation about Walz has sparked interest in his gubernatorial record, which began in 2019. One way […]
5 min read - USHartford Courant
CT man allegedly planned to kill nursing home workers. He left home with 50-100 shotgun shells: police
A Connecticut man faces numerous charges in connection with an incident in June 2023 when he allegedly set his house on fire before state police thwarted an alleged plot in which he said he had planned to kill multiple people at a nursing home in Killingly where his mother lived prior to her death. James Zigadlo, 39, of Ashford, was charged on July 19 with three counts each of attempted ...
4 min read - USMiami Herald
Traffic alert: Flipped cop car closes 81st to 84th streets on Biscayne Boulevard
Drivers are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
1 min read - PoliticsPolitico
Schumer stops short of endorsing Biden's Supreme Court proposals
The Senate majority leader's response that he was still reviewing the president's plan reflects a wider Democratic hesitation over embracing the president's policy fight.
5 min read - USLansing State Journal
Here are the candidates running for school boards across Eaton County
Eaton County school board races could get intense in Grand Ledge and Eaton Rapids, where a total of 11 candidates are running for five open seats.
1 min read - USWeatherford Democrat, Texas
Tarrant Area Food Bank announces $32k grant for Ready to Learn school nutrition program
Jul. 31—Students heading back to school soon are expected to learn on a full stomach thanks to a grant announced by the Tarrant Area Food Bank. The organization fighting hunter in 13 North Central Texas counties, including Parker and Palo Pinto, has announced a $32,000 grant it will apply to its in-school market program. "This donation will have an immediate impact on feeding the community ...
1 min read - USHilton Head Island Packet
Beaufort-Jasper water sues seeking millions to reduce “forever chemicals” in drinking water
According to the Biden administration’s EPA directive, thousands of lives would be saved and tens of thousands of serious illnesses prevented as a result of water companies adopting new 2029 standards but it will come with a high price tag
6 min read - USJournal & Courier
Shell casings from Dumas homicide scene fired from gun used in shooting 11 days earlier
Shell casings found at the scene where Jermey Dumas died were from the same 9mm pistol used in a drive-by 11 days earlier, according to testimony.
4 min read - USHerald Times Reporter
'It was amazing to see her smile.' Jason Prigge shares update after visiting wife Tina in hospital.
Jason said the last time he saw Tina was a couple of weeks ago when he was still in the hospital.
3 min read - USLansing State Journal
Here are the candidates running for school boards across Clinton County
Seven candidates are running for two school board seats with St. Johns Public Schools, making the schools race the most contested in Clinton County.
1 min read - PoliticsMichigan Advance
Cornel West’s presidential campaign faces ballot challenge, allegations of forgery in Michigan
Professor and independent presidential candidate Cornel West could be blocked from the ballot in Michigan, after a Bay City community activist filed a complaint alleging West’s qualifying petitions were “ rife with forged signatures.” Rosa Holliday, a longtime civil rights advocate and community rights activist from Bay City filed a complaint with the Board of […]
3 min read - USWPXI
Trax Farms pulls Boar’s Head products amid widespread recall over listeria concerns
A local farm and market is pulling Boar’s Head products from its shelves following a widespread recall of their products.
1 min read - USYork Daily Record
York man pleads guilty in turkey abuse case at Plainville Farms New Oxford plant
The charges stemmed from an investigation that showed former employees at the processing plant kicked, stomped and beat turkeys.
1 min read - USWSOC
Man pleads guilty to attempted greenway rape, exposing self at Target
A man has pleaded guilty to attempted rape along a greenway and indecent exposure at a Target, according to the District Attorney’s Office.
1 min read - USSan Luis Obispo Tribune
University of California admits ‘largest and most diverse class in history’ for fall 2024
The public university system boasts a larger number of admitted California residents and students from underrepresented groups than ever.
3 min read - USWNCT Greenville
Nash County man arrested on indecent liberties with child, other sex offenses
NASHVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — A Nash County man is facing charges including four counts of sexual offenses and four counts of indecent liberties with a child. On July 11, the Nash County Sheriff’s Office’s Special Victims Unit was notified of an ongoing investigation regarding the sexual assault of two minors. A series of forensic interviews […]
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66-year-old Deltona woman killed by SUV while trying to cross street
The crash occurred at Howland Boulevard and Lake Helen Osteen Road.
1 min read - USCincinnati.com | The Enquirer
Was Lockland resident's painting around potholes a 'public service' or crime?
Gregory Strole, a 66-year-old retired firefighter, pleaded not guilty during an arraignment on Tuesday. He's accused of defacing roadways with paint.
2 min read - USKnox News | The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Former Knoxville police officer pleads guilty to federal child pornography charges
Dan Roark was arrested in 2023 after a joint investigation between local and federal law enforcement.
1 min read - USThe Jackson Sun
Gibson Co. man sentenced to 15 yrs on child pornography charges after undercover operation
A judge returned a final ruling on Monday for a Gibson Co. man for his role in distributing and possessing child sex abuse materials
2 min read - USAmarillo Globe-News
AC receives TWC grant for $331,268 at ceremony Wednesday
The TWC commissioner was among those on hand Wednesday morning to present the grant at a ceremony held at Amarillo College's Innovation Outpost.
2 min read - USAir Force Times
Air Force chooses 78 airmen for Warrant Officer Training School
The Air Force will begin a program to train the first group of Warrant Officers in 66 years.
2 min read - PoliticsMichigan Advance
UAW endorses Harris, says rally planned with the VP in Detroit next week
Vice President Kamala Harris reeled in a major endorsement Wednesday as the UAW International Executive Board voted to endorse her presidential bid. “Our job in this election is to defeat Donald Trump and elect Kamala Harris to build on her proven track record of delivering for the working class,” stated UAW President Shawn Fain. “We […]
2 min read - BusinessThe Des Moines Register
30 Iowa farmers among 43,000 nationwide getting USDA payouts for discriminatory practices
Iowans are among farmers getting payouts from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to compensate them for past discriminatory lending practices.
2 min read - USThe Oak Ridger
Fundraiser set Aug. 3 for Rocky Top family members badly burned in Hummer fire
The youngest son, 1-year-old Oakley, died in the July 5 Hummer fire.
1 min read - USAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
Governor signs special session bill with $100M for disaster relief
Jul. 31—Despite her disappointment with the Legislature's lack of action during the special session, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Tuesday evening signed into law the only bill that made it to her desk. The legislation allocates $100 million for disaster relief efforts, mainly targeted to help recovery from the South Fork and Salt fires and flooding in and around Ruidoso. "The Legislature's ...
2 min read - USNortheast Mississippi Daily Journal, Tupelo
CRIME REPORTS: Tuesday, July 31, 2024
Felonies The following people were booked into the Lee County-Tupelo Adult Jail in connection with felony charges ending Tuesday at 11 a.m. Niki Hester, 36, of Detroit, Alabama, was arrested by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, first-degree murder. Nathan Philips, 37, of Tupelo was arrested by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, abuse of a vulnerable person, disorderly conduct and domestic ...
1 min read - USSturgis Journal
Here's who is running for St. Joseph County probate judge
Both are running on the Republican party ticket.
3 min read - USNaples Daily News
Human trafficking operation yields 11 arrests across 10 Collier businesses
Eleven Collier County massage business employees face charges after authorities say they carried out an illicit massage business bust.
3 min read - BusinessPress Connects | Press & Sun-Bulletin
New York gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
Here's a look at how weekly regional gas prices changed in New York last week compared with the week prior.
1 min read - PoliticsThe Tennessean
What time do polls open in Tennessee? Where's my precinct? What to know for the Aug. 1 election
Tennessee will be holding its state and federal primaries on Aug. 1. Here's what to know before headed to the polls.
3 min read - PoliticsSalon
“He is alone”: Experts say "extreme" ruling shows John Roberts has "lost his authority" over SCOTUS
New report shows Roberts' immunity ruling was "incoherent" and "manufactured," legal scholars told Salon
5 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Justice Alito’s extreme approach reportedly cost him court majorities
Alito was unable to keep coalitions together in two decisions this term that he was assigned to author, including a big social media case, CNN reported.
3 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
New Wisconsin child care survey: Child care costs rise, while providers are underpaid
Child care prices increased more than expected from 2022 to 2023, Wisconsin's Department of Communications said.
6 min read - USNY Daily News
Adams administration says 750 NYC smoke shops shuttered so far in crackdown on illicit weed
Roughly 750 smoke shops have been shuttered across the five boroughs in the three months since Mayor Adams’ administration launched a crackdown on unlicensed weed peddlers, city and state officials announced Wednesday. The updated enforcement numbers represent about one-fourth of the estimated 3,000 illegal marijuana shops in the city. Adams and Gov. Hochul, who joined him at a Wednesday press ...
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