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In rare bipartisan vote, U.S. Senate passes package aimed at protecting kids online
This story mentions suicide. If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis or thoughts of suicide, please dial 988 or chat with a live counselor at 988lifeline.org. WASHINGTON — Legislation aimed at protecting children online sailed through the U.S. Senate Tuesday, marking what could be the first update since the late 1990s […]
8 min read - USNY Daily News
Mayor Adams defends Tim Pearson adviser on sex harass, retaliation accusations
Mayor Adams once again found himself defending adviser Timothy Pearson on Tuesday in the wake of a lawsuit filed by an NYPD chief alleging Pearson came after members of a special unit who backed sexual harassment allegations against him and that also included allegations of prior sexual misconduct. Adams said Pearson’s status as a key adviser hasn’t changed following the filing of Chief ...
2 min read - USPolitico
What rules? Schools stress over carrying out Biden’s anti-discrimination policies
Pending lawsuits and vague guidance have muddied the administration’s efforts to protect transgender and pregnant students.
4 min read - USIndianapolis Star
One person dead in shooting near Eagle Creek Park
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one male dead on the northwest side near Eagle Creek Park.
1 min read - USStatesman Journal
Funeral mass held for Oregon lawmaker Peter Courtney
Courtney was the longest-serving legislator and Senate president in Oregon history.
1 min read - USThe Des Moines Register
Ankeny police seek help finding teen missing since Friday
Aubrielle McKeel was last seen at her home in Ankeny around 1:30 a.m. Friday. Anyone who sees her is asked to call Polk County Dispatch or 911.
1 min read - PoliticsKansas City Star
Trump issues dual endorsement for Missouri attorney general, backs Bailey and Scharf
“NEITHER ONE WILL EVER LET YOU DOWN!” Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social.
2 min read - HealthNBC News
Nearly 1 in 5 LGBTQ adults have never come out, Gallup survey finds
A Gallup survey found that nearly 1 in 5 adults say they have never come out to anyone, despite many feeling that society has become more inclusive to LGBTQ individuals.
3 min read - PoliticsDeseret News
Acting Secret Service director says he’s ‘ashamed’ about Trump assassination attempt, as he avoids Sen. Lee’s questions
"Why was President Trump allowed to take the stage at 6:02 p.m., exactly 17 minutes after multiple suspicious person reports were provided?" Lee asked.
5 min read - OpinionTribune News Service en Español
Safety commission backs grant to help boost safety in Florida’s private schools
Police departments statewide will soon be urged to apply for a slice of a $5 million grant to figure out how to make their private schools safer. The Private School Security Assessment Grant Program was announced Tuesday at the first of a two-day Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Safety Commission meeting, where officials said the school security for private schools throughout Florida has not ...
4 min read - PoliticsMaine Morning Star
National Republicans eye U.S. Senate seat in Montana as central to gaining majority
Montana U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, who is in charge of flipping the chamber from blue to red this November, said Tuesday he expects his home state will play a key role in ensuring a Republican majority come January. Daines, who is chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, said that of the four toss-up states […]
9 min read - USSacramento Bee
CHP issues Ebony Alert for teen missing for more than two months, last seen in Elk Grove
The California Highway Patrol said the girl was last seen May 14.
1 min read - OpinionThe New Republic
E. Jean Carroll Will Get Another Chance to Kick Trump’s Butt
Oral arguments in Donald Trump’s appeal of his first trial against E. Jean Carroll will begin in September.
2 min read - BusinessUSA TODAY
Meta to pay Texas $1.4 billion in 'historic settlement' over biometric data allegations
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Meta would be paying the state $1.4 billion over five years to settle a lawsuit over biometric data use.
3 min read - USRecord-Courier
Camera captures theft of yard tools in Streetsboro
Streetsboro Police hope someone will recognize a woman caught on homeowner's camera taking leaf blower, weed trimmer from home.
1 min read - USNY Daily News
Former manager of L.I. care facility admits to depleting resident bank accounts
The former manager of an adult care facility on Long Island admitted to stealing funds and eventually depleting the bank accounts of six residents over nearly four years, authorities said Monday. Desiree Etheridge, 50, of North Carolina, pleaded guilty to third-degree grand larceny in Suffolk County Court, District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney said in a news release. As the facility manager of ...
1 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Meta's $19 billion bid to own messaging in the US gains steam — and AI could give it an edge over Apple's iMessage
Meta reached 100 million monthly active US users for its messaging app WhatsApp, and new AI features could help it better compete with Apple iMessage.
2 min read - USWSB Cox articles
6 suspects accused of molesting children over 5 year span at Barrow County home
A months-long investigation led to multiple suspects arrested for child molestation.
2 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Maddow Blog | Team Harris stresses prosecutorial record, calls Trump a criminal
As Donald Trump declares, “You’re not going to teach a criminal not to be a criminal,” Kamala Harris reminds voters about her background in law enforcement.
3 min read - USChicago Tribune
Cedar Lake man accused of drunkenly crashing scooter with two kids in tow
A Cedar Lake man is accused of crashing his scooter with two preschoolers on board while under the influence of alcohol. Sergio Antonio Gutierrez, 33, is charged with two counts of neglect of a dependent, a Level 6 felony; two counts of operation of a vehicle while intoxicated, a Level 6 felony, and two misdemeanor OWI charges. Around 5:55 p.m. on July 13, Cedar Lake Police were dispatched to ...
2 min read - USThe Coloradoan
Fire near Lyons breaks out as crews continue to battle Alexander Mountain Fire
The fire was reported near Lyons on Tuesday afternoon, roughly 30 miles from where crews were fighting the Alexander Mountain Fire west of Loveland.
1 min read - USThe News-Press
Cape Coral man faces charges after 8-year-old dog with large mass on face was euthanized
A Cape Coral man faces animal cruelty charges after police say his dog was not properly treated.
3 min read - USThe Abilene Reporter-News
Abilene ensures no veteran is left behind
Marine Corps veteran Bob G. Wood was celebrated at the Texas State Veterans Cemetery after Abilenians learned his funeral would be unaccompanied.
3 min read - USWPXI
Pittsburgh International Airport saw over 970,000 travelers in June, most on record since July 2005
In June 2024, more than 970,000 travelers passed through the Pittsburgh International Airport and according to the TSA, that’s the most of any month since July 2005.
2 min read - USPeople
Investigation Underway After Viral Video Shows LAPD Officer Punching Handcuffed Black Man
The officer who is seen punching the handcuffed man has been removed from field duties, the LAPD said
2 min read - USTri-City Herald
Trader Joe’s reps touring Tri-Cities sites. Here’s what we know
For years, the quirky grocer is the retailer Tri-Citians most want to see open a store.
2 min read - USWHIO
Man accused of killing pregnant woman, 16-year-old makes first court appearance
The man accused of a double homicide, including the pregnant mother of his own child, made his first court appearance Tuesday.
1 min read - USLansing State Journal
See inside the renovation of Lansing’s historic Walter French school
City leaders stook Tom Perez, a former U.S. Labor secretary, through the former Walter French school building on Tuesday.
3 min read - USThe Bergen Record
Marijuana product in NJ recalled after package found containing bugs and hair
New Jersey cannabis officials have recalled a marijuana product after testing revealed bugs and hair inside items sold to consumers.
1 min read - USPeople
Fla. Woman Allegedly Crashed Her Car with Baby Inside, Then Told Witness Not to Call 911: Police
Police allege that Josefina Lopez was also drunk at the time of the crash
2 min read - USAmarillo Globe-News
West Plains HS band earns prestigious award, Canyon among finalists
The school got 13 out of 15 first-place votes in preliminary and final rounds, and it is the first in the region since 2011 to win the award.
3 min read - ScienceDetroit Free Press
Lesser celandine added to Michigan's invasive species watch list: What to know
Characterized by yellow flowers and heart-shaped leaves, lesser celandine spreads rapidly with a short life cycle and three modes of reproduction.
3 min read - PoliticsSalon
"Extreme": FBI says Trump shooter may be behind “antisemitic and anti-immigration” posts
FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate said the posts may speak to the "shooter’s potential motive and mindset”
2 min read - USWFXT
Stoneham bridge dedicated to fallen MSP Trooper Tamar Bucci
An overpass on I-93 in Stoneham was dedicated on Monday to a State Trooper who died in the line of duty in 2022.
1 min read - USKIRO
Two suspects wanted in Auburn convenience store robbery
Police have released images of the suspects and are encouraging anyone who recognizes the individuals to come forward.
1 min read - USColumbia Basin Herald, Moses Lake, Wash.
Black pickup owner suspected of local crimes
Jul. 30—EPHRATA — On Monday, the Grant County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of a 21-year-old man. The newly-formed crime reduction team apprehended Oscar E. Ruiz Ramos, 21, of Quincy, on Saturday while he was driving a pickup suspected of involvement in area fuel thefts and casing local homes, according to the GCSO statement. The black 2001 Chevy Ruiz Ramos was found driving and may ...
1 min read - USGreensburg Daily News, Ind.
Meth dealer sentenced to 20 years
Jul. 30—GREENSBURG — A convicted drug dealer was recently sentenced to nearly two decades behind bars. According to Decatur County Prosecutor Nate Harter, Chay M. Lecher, 41, was convicted and sentenced in Decatur Superior Court on one count of dealing in methamphetamine, a Level 3 felony, along with a habitual offender sentencing enhancement. Following a negotiated plea and argued sentencing ...
1 min read - USColumbia Basin Herald, Moses Lake, Wash.
Climate credit applications available to Washingtonians
Jul. 30—OLYMPIA — Up to 675,000 households will receive a $200 credit on utility bills due to $150 million funding from Washington's Climate Commitment Act. According to Gov. Jay Inslee, this funding aims to reduce health risks from climate change and lower electricity costs for low and medium-income households. "One of the best kinds of smiles is when I meet these people and they say their ...
3 min read - USColumbia Basin Herald, Moses Lake, Wash.
OneD site manager took a roundabout path
Jul. 30—MOSES LAKE — Nick Kamerath didn't set out to run a high-tech chemical plant, but here he is. "If you were a high-performing academic student ... (you were expected to be) either a doctor or lawyer and I didn't really necessarily want to be either," he said. "I got out of high school and started doing general studies, kind of eliminating things like 'Well, I don't want to do that, don't ...
4 min read - USIdaho Statesman
Idaho’s most affordable homes are under fire, despite need for more. What’s happening?
“It’s possible,” says a resident of one Southwest Idaho manufactured-home park that’s already been saved.
11 min read - USGainesville Daily Register, Texas
NTMC hosts Junior Volunteers
Jul. 30—North Texas Medical Center's Junior Volunteer Program recently hosted 28 high school and college students to help them gain experience in several healthcare-related fields. The 28 students participating marks a new record for the Junior Volunteer Program at NTMC, doubling the count from last year. The program is for students ages 16-19 from Cooke and Montague counties. "It was great to ...
2 min read - USWCIA Champaign
From aisles to lanes: Neoga IGA to turn into bowling alley
NEOGA, Ill. (WCIA) — A former Neoga grocery store will soon be transformed into a bowling alley. The upcoming venue, called Thunder Lanes, will take the place of the old Neoga IGA located at 183 West 6th Street. Officials with the new Thunder Lanes hope to honor the historic market in their efforts. “This new […]
1 min read - USDetroit Free Press
Detroit City Council approves first phase of solar neighborhoods project after delays
Detroit City Council approves the first phase of a solar farms project, which is expected to offset electricity used by the city's buildings.
4 min read - USThe State Journal-Register
Union won't go forward with former deputy's grievance in Sonya Massey shooting
A labor organization won't pursue a fired Sangamon County Sheriff's deputy's grievance, an attorney said Tuesday.
2 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Macon man pleads guilty to threatening to shoot Marjorie Taylor Greene in the head
Sean Patrick Cirillo, of Macon, faces up to five years in prison and three years supervised release, as well as a $250,000 fine.
1 min read - USWHIO
Hundreds of outages remain after overnight storms
Hundreds are without power after storms moved through the area Tuesday morning.
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Lee’s Summit man sentenced for 2021 deadly head-on crash on 50 Hwy
A 37-year-old Lee's Summit man has been sentenced for a 2021 head-on crash that left another man dead.
1 min read - OpinionTribune News Service en Español
Richard ‘Dick’ Wehrli, prominent Naperville businessman and philanthropist, dies at 90
Richard “Dick” Wehrli, a prominent Naperville businessman and philanthropist who was instrumental in bringing North Central College’s athletics stadium to life, died Saturday, according to his family. He was 90 years old. In a call Monday, Dick Wehrli’s son, Naperville Mayor Scott Wehrli, said, “This is a difficult time.” But he and his family know that his dad “is keeping an eye on us to make ...
4 min read - USFoster's Daily Democrat
Five charged, four as juveniles, in Somersworth chocolate shop attack
Wm. Poole Confections owners alleged assailants used homophobic slurs during incident. Suspects are not facing hate crime charges.
2 min read - USPanama City News Herald
Could Florida see Tropical Storm Debby? Tropical wave could affect PCB's weekend
AccuWeather forecasters offer two scenarios on where the tropical wave could go. All Florida residents should be prepared for either.
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