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Maddow Blog | Following jury’s verdict, Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez to resign
After a jury found Bob Menendez guilty on 16 corruption counts, it was only a matter of time before the Democrat resigned. We now know when he'll exit.
2 min read - USPeople
Mo. Woman Who Served 43 Years in Prison for Murder Is Set Free 1 Month After Conviction Is Overturned
Sandra Hemme was freed Friday, July 23. Her exoneration could still be opposed by the attorney general
3 min read - USIndianapolis Star
Expect road closures while Vice President Kamala Harris visits Indianapolis
Vice President Kamala Harris will visit downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday. Here's when and where drivers can expect traffic delays.
2 min read - BusinessGreensburg Daily News, Ind.
USDA announces August 14 application deadline for Emergency Relief Program assistance
Jul. 23—INDIANAPOLIS — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the deadline for commodity and specialty crop producers to apply for the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) for 2022 natural disaster losses is Aug. 14, 2024. USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA) began accepting ERP 2022 applications in October 2023. "If natural disasters impacted your farm in 2022, there's still time to submit ...
4 min read - USStar Tribune (Minneapolis)
Man pleads guilty to bribing a Feeding Our Future juror with $120,000 cash
One of five people accused of plotting to bribe a juror with a gift bag stuffed with cash during last month's federal meal fraud case pleaded guilty to bribery charges Tuesday. Abdimajid Mohamed Nur, 23, of Shakopee, pleaded guilty to one count of bribery of a juror. He is also awaiting sentencing for felony fraud convictions in the first trial in the massive Feeding Our Future case. During ...
2 min read - USCape Cod Times
'Before it is claimed by the sea.' Erosion threatens Cape Cod National Seashore house
The bluff where the home sits has eroded quickly. The house was about 45 feet from the edge in April 2023. It is now less than 13 feet from the edge.
2 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
UNT Health Science Center named one of nation’s best medical schools for primary care
Here’s what went into the rankings.
1 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
TCEQ issues ozone pollution alert affecting North Texas Wednesday
Get the latest information on the current air quality alert with our updates
1 min read - PoliticsSalon
"Illegitimate nominee": Experts say GOP's attacks on Kamala Harris echo ugly claims about Obama
"They're suggesting that this isn't fair and that it's bait and switch," professor tells Salon
8 min read - USTallahassee Democrat
'The gloves are off': Accusations fly, campaigns get ugly ahead of Tallahassee primary
The attacks and counter-attacks drew many eyeballs and reactions on Facebook and Twitter and prompted a mix of condemnation and kudos from residents.
6 min read - USCorpus Christi Caller-Times
The city asked for a loan to finance its desalination plant. Here's what the state said.
The plant, as proposed, would be capable of treating as much as 30 million gallons of seawater per day.
3 min read - USOrlando Sentinel
‘Barriers can be shattered’: Orange Dems praise Harris, vow to compete in Fla.
Orange County Democrats said Tuesday that Vice President Kamala Harris’ historic bid for president would reinvigorate voters in Central Florida and across the state. “Florida is in play,” said Orange Democratic chair Samuel Vilchez Santiago at an event at a local union hall in Orlando, echoing the views of state Democratic leaders on Monday who quickly rallied behind Harris as their preferred ...
4 min read - USWPXI
At least 10 vehicles stolen from throughout Pittsburgh overnight, police say
Pittsburgh police are investigating at least 10 overnight car thefts.
2 min read - USPeople
Loved Ones Remember 4 Cousins as 'Beautiful Souls' After They Were Allegedly Killed by Pair's Father
Brandon Kendrick, 32, pleaded not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect
1 min read - USDaily Commercial
Murder defendant on jail phone call: 'What I did was not intentional but there were benefits'
Ian Anselmo's sentencing in a murder case has been delayed. Here's what we know so far:
4 min read - USKitsap Sun
Kitsap gets share of $47.5 million from Kroger opioid settlement
Kitsap County and its four cities are set to receive a portion of the funds from the latest opioid settlement, totaling $47.5 million.
3 min read - LifestyleThe Times-Leader (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
Kalahari Poconos celebrates National Waterpark Day on July 28
Jul. 23—POCONO MANOR — Kalahari Resorts and Conventions, home to America's Largest Indoor Waterparks, will celebrate National Waterpark Day on Sunday, July 28, at all four of its award-winning resorts. Located in the Poconos of Pennsylvania, as well as other hotspots nationwide, Kalahari founded the official holiday in partnership with the National Day Calendar eight years ago. The celebration ...
1 min read - PoliticsThe Times-Leader (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
Harris poised to poll better against Trump than Biden did
Jul. 23—Vice President Kamala Harris will launch her nascent presidential campaign in earnest Tuesday with a rally in Milwaukee seeking to answer the biggest question on skittish Democrats' minds: How does she plan to beat Donald Trump? Harris, thrust suddenly into the fray after Joe Biden announced Sunday that he wouldn't seek reelection, has spent the last two days clearing the field of ...
6 min read - BusinessStatesman Journal
These are the most common jobs in Oregon, other states
Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows which occupation employed the most people in 2023.
2 min read - USPalm Beach Post
What is the most beautiful college in the US? 2 Florida campuses are on this list
UF and the University of Miami ranked on this list of the top 10 most picturesque college campuses. Here's where they are and their famous alumni.
3 min read - USKIRO
Missing woman with dementia last seen near Seattle’s Central District found safe
Dolores Gentry was last seen in the 100 block of 23rd Avenue near the Central District.
- PoliticsThe Tennessean
What is a 'DEI hire? Diversity initiatives take election spotlight with Tennessee politician's comments
DEI programs are in the spotlight during the race for the White House this year. Here's what to know.
4 min read - USIdaho Statesman
Sections of I-84 closed immediately with fire ‘advancing rapidly’ toward interstate
Here’s what to know about interstate closures near Idaho’s Oregon border.
2 min read - USWIVB
Police investigating fatal fire in Niagara Falls
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
- USPensacola News Journal
Ever seen a wild Florida bear on a tightrope? Watch the next best thing
A Florida Panhandle resident got a shock when he looked outside and saw a bear peering back at him. And that was just the beginning.
2 min read - USKRQE Albuquerque
Jury selection underway for Albuquerque mother accused of reckless child abuse
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) –Jury selection is underway for a mother accused of leaving her child in 2021. Lakeisha Alexander pled not guilty to reckless abuse of a child resulting in death after her son died. Investigators say she left her 7-year-old home alone in 2021. The young boy then wandered into the street and was run […]
1 min read - USStatesman Journal
Funeral Mass date set for longtime Salem lawmaker Peter Courtney
A public celebration of life for longtime Oregon lawmaker Peter Courtney is expected to be held in Salem at a future date.
1 min read - USNew Hampshire Bulletin
Corrections seeking $1.9 million for Tasers
Corrections officers do not carry firearms inside the state’s prisons – and right now they can’t count on access to a reliable Taser, said Assistant Commissioner Paul Raymond. That would change if the Executive Council approves the department’s $1.9 million request Wednesday to buy 186 Tasers for use inside and outside the prison walls. The […] The post Corrections seeking $1.9 million for Tasers appeared first on New Hampshire Bulletin.
2 min read - USDayton Daily News, Ohio
Huber Heights council approves annexation of Bethel Twp. land for Carriage Trails expansion
Jul. 23—Huber Heights City Council on Monday approved a request to annex nearly 300 acres of Bethel Twp. land to the city, culminating a drawn out and contentious petition process that has included continued pushback from Bethel Twp. leaders and residents of both municipalities. The petition was approved in a 6-1 vote, with Councilman Scott Davidson dissenting. Councilwoman Anita Kitchen, who ...
2 min read - USDayton Daily News, Ohio
Competency evaluation approved for Thug Rider accused of organized crime
Jul. 23—A federal judge has ordered a mental competency evaluation for a member of the Thug Riders Motorcycle Club accused of participating in organized crime. Last week, the defense for Brandon Wylee Fisher filed motions for a competency evaluation and for medical treatment. Fisher was shot twice in the head earlier this year and has ongoing seizures, hallucinations, depression and anxiety ...
2 min read - USKXRM Colorado Springs
CSFD and ALE save dog from hot car
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) said on Wednesday, July 17 that fire crews along with Animal Law Enforcement (ALE) rescued a dog that was found in a hot car. According to CSFD, on Wednesday a fire crew was called to help ALE with a dog left in a hot car, possibly […]
1 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
‘I’m extremely excited’: Kamala Harris inspires Milwaukee rally-goers
Spirits were sky-high at the vice-president’s first rally as the presumptive Democratic nominee – and people were ready to mobilize
4 min read - USAustin American-Statesman
Lisa Davis, hopeful to be next Austin police chief, aims to boost recruitment, morale
Davis said her top priorities for the Austin Police Department would be recruitment, boosting morale and community engagement.
6 min read - SportsMiami Herald
UM TikTok star just went Insta official with a fellow baller. Who’s her new boo?
Her sister is also in a relationship
2 min read - USWJZY
Officers left post overlooking roof before shooter ascended: State police commissioner
Two local officers stationed inside a building overlooking the roof from which Thomas Matthew Crooks attempted to assassinate former President Trump left their post moments before the shooter ascended, the commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) told a House committee on Tuesday.
3 min read - USStatesman Journal
Final concrete pour scheduled Wednesday for new Capitol foundation
After work below ground is completed, crews will focus on finishing touches inside the building, including adding four new meeting rooms.
3 min read - USDetroit Free Press
Detroit City Council delays solar project to review legal questions in closed session
Detroit City Council postponed voting on the solar neighborhoods initiative as officials wait on more answers.
5 min read - USPolitico
Sen. Bob Menendez to resign next month following corruption conviction
The senator submitted a resignation letter Tuesday afternoon.
4 min read - USWDVM
Underground utility fire breaks out in Crystal City, fire officials say
ARLINGTON, Va. (DC News Now) — The Arlington County Fire Department said a utility fire broke out underground in Crystal City Tuesday afternoon. The department said the fire was in the 2400 block of Crystal Drive, and several first responders were on the scene. As of 1:30 p.m., the utility company was en route, according […]
- PoliticsMiami Herald
Trump to headline conservative Turning Point Action conference in West Palm Beach
He will speak on Friday
2 min read - USLansing State Journal
Searchers recover body of Grand Rapids-area man who drowned in Sessions Lake near Ionia
Mauro Escobar-Loarca was kayaking with his girlfriend on July 14 when he flipped his kayak and did not resurface, officials said.
1 min read - USKOIN
Durkee Fire ‘advancing rapidly’ toward I-84 as wildfire doubles in size
The Durkee Fire, sparked by a lightning strike, has grown to over 239,250 acres and has led to Level 3 and Level 2 evacuations in Baker and Malheur counties, prompting Gov. Tina Kotek to invoke the Emergency Conflagration Act.
2 min read - PoliticsOklahoma Voice
U.S. Senate ethics panel to conduct review of alleged rules violations by Menendez
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate Committee on Ethics Monday notified Sen. Bob Menendez that its members unanimously voted for an “adjudicatory review of his alleged violations of Senate Rules,” in a move that could lead to the New Jersey Democrat’s possible expulsion from the upper chamber or a censure. Last week a jury found Menendez […] The post U.S. Senate ethics panel to conduct review of alleged rules violations by Menendez appeared first on Oklahoma Voice.
2 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Police arrest suspect in connection to deadly Phoenix hotel shooting
Phoenix police arrested a suspect in connection to a shooting death at a Phoenix hotel.
1 min read - USWJZY
Menendez to resign from Senate next month
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) plans to resign from the Senate next month after being convicted in a bribery scandal last week, a source familiar has confirmed to The Hill. The New Jersey Globe reported Menendez will step down effective Aug. 20. The Hill has reached out to Menendez’s office. Menendez faces potential decades […]
3 min read - PoliticsIndianapolis Star
RFK Jr. makes the Indiana ballot with over 46,000 signatures. Who didn't make it?
Candidates had to secure nearly 37,000 signatures by July 1 and file them by July 15 to appear on the ballot.
1 min read - USWPIX New York City, NY
Your Stories Q&A: Can businesses refuse to take cash?
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — You ask, we answer! Viewer Question: Can businesses/venues legally refuse to accept cash? Since the pandemic, more businesses, sporting and concert venues are going cashless. It must be a popular question, because the Federal Reserve addressed the question on its website under the FAQ section: “There is no federal statute mandating […]
1 min read - NewsWTNH Hartford
Mosquitoes collected in Canterbury test positive for EEE virus
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — Several mosquitoes trapped in Canterbury last week have tested for positive for eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) virus, according to the State of Connecticut Mosquito Management Program. The mosquitoes were trapped on July 16. They are the first EEE positive mosquitoes identified in the state by The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station this year. […]
1 min read - USNew Hampshire Bulletin
FEMA adds Grafton County to major disaster declaration for New Hampshire
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has added Grafton County to a major disaster declaration made earlier this month over an April nor’easter in New Hampshire, the governor announced Tuesday. It was added after additional preliminary damage assessments “found enough damage to reach the County’s predetermined disaster declaration threshold,” Gov. Chris Sununu’s office said in a […] The post FEMA adds Grafton County to major disaster declaration for New Hampshire appeared first on New Hampshir
1 min read - USWREG articles
Man charged after he allegedly ran red light in stolen truck
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Police say a man was arrested after they caught him running a red light in Frayser in a truck that was reported stolen. Willie Dyson, 37, was charged with possession of marijuana with intent to sell, possession of a firearm in a dangerous felony, unlawful possession of a weapon and running a […]
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