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- USBellingham Herald mcclatchy
Rules of the Road: What does Washington state law say about drinking in a parked car?
Washington’s open-container law is actually pretty broad.
3 min read - USBellingham Herald mcclatchy
As El Niño ends, another La Niña winter is looming. Are they becoming more frequent events?
What that means for summer in Whatcom County is anyone’s guess.
2 min read - USWIVB
4 juveniles charged following car chase in stolen vehicle
All four were released to their parents or guardians and given court appearance tickets.
1 min read - USWFTV
Florida girl waterskiing with family killed by hit-and-run boat driver
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is searching for whoever was operating a boat that was involved in a crash that killed a teenage girl in South Florida.
- USPalm Beach Post
3 dead, nearly 20 injured after shooting at May Day party in Stockton, Alabama: Police
A shooting at a party and May Day event in Stockton, Alabama led to the deaths of three people. Dozen others were injured, police say.
1 min read - USWHIO
Disaster recovery centers now open for those impacted by March’s deadly tornados
Federal help is coming to those impacted by March’s deadly tornados.
1 min read - PoliticsPolitico
Trump maintains narrow lead in key battleground states, NYT poll finds
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. drew a similar level of support from both Biden and Trump.
2 min read - WorldPress-Republican, Plattsburgh, N.Y.
Beekeeping "Hive Dive" event in Stockholm May 25
May 13—STOCKHOLM, N.Y. — There will be a workshop for beekeepers, a "Hive Dive! Inspecting Your Hives" event, from 1 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 25. Join in for an afternoon with state Apiary Inspector Nick Delaini to discuss how to inspect a beehive. There will be two demos, the first geared toward more beginner beekeepers and one geared toward more experienced beekeepers, with lots of time ...
1 min read - USMyrtle Beach Sun News
These cites are top boating spots in SC. Here’s where to drop your boat in the water
One of the locations is in Horry County. South Carolina is among the top states in the country for the number of boating registrations.
2 min read - USWFXT
New Hampshire woman flown to hospital after I-93 crash, charged with impaired driving
A New Hampshire woman was flown to a hospital and also charged with impaired driving after a rollover crash on Interstate 93 over the weekend.
2 min read - USLohud | The Journal News
Mount Vernon socks cannabis shop with $10K in legalization fees, puts nothing in writing
The engineer for the Engineer Cannabis Dispensary abruptly left the project, saying the business fails to comply with city and state codes.
7 min read - PoliticsPolitico
How a Rubio vice presidential pick would upend Florida politics
The Florida governor would look to trusted allies to fill an open seat, people close to him say.
6 min read - USIndianapolis Star
NM man arrested, accused of shooting stepmom at graduation as she tried to hug him: Police
An Albuquerque, New Mexico man was arrested after being accused of shooting his stepmother during a graduation ceremony, police said.
2 min read - USTri-County Independent
77th annual Wayne County Dairy Court announced; girls to promote dairy industry
The 77th annual Wayne County Dairy Court has been announced. The girls will promote the dairy industry, milk and dairy products.
3 min read - USGreen Bay Press-Gazette
Aw, isn't it cute? That's this Door County community, says WorldAtlas website
The article at WorldAtlas.com cites Sturgeon Bay's waterfront location on Green Bay and Lake Michigan, maritime history, nearby parks and beaches.
2 min read - USAustin American-Statesman
875-home master-planned community on tap for Elgin area, northeast of Austin
Triada amenities will include a pool, a playscape, open space, trails and a sports complex with baseball and soccer fields.
4 min read - USThe Coloradoan
These 8 driving behaviors annoy us the most. Are you guilty of any of them?
We spend a lot of time in our vehicles, so we have a lot of time to be irritated at other drivers. Is it time you looked in the mirror?
4 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Oklahoma schools need more teachers. OKC has a creative way to address the issue
A program that pays for paraprofessionals to earn college degrees is helping Oklahoma City Public Schools address its ongoing teacher shortage.
7 min read - USStar Tribune (Minneapolis)
Piecing together the puzzle of college financial aid
There's been a lot of drama this spring for families seeking college financial aid. The trouble stems from a revamp of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), where changes and technology glitches have been an ongoing source of frustration for families. The federal government, meanwhile, was significantly delayed in relaying data collected on the new form to schools, which means ...
8 min read - USThe Daily Times
San Juan County, state workers join forces for trash cleanup day
The trash pick-up days take part twice each year, representing one aspect of the county’s comprehensive approach to battling its litter problem.
3 min read - USLas Cruces Sun-News
Shaharazad Booth details her vision for DA's office ahead of primary election
Shaharazad Booth is one of four Democrat candidates vying to replace incumbent Gerald Byers during the primary.
4 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Anticipated costs for county jail heat-air fixes leave project shelved for now
Oklahoma County is rethinking how to pay for making fixes to its existing jail's heat and air system after learning what it budgeted is not enough.
4 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
Gov. Stitt's pushback against the Senate is personal, leader Greg Treat says
Governor campaigns against Republican legislators supported by Senate Leader Treat — aggravating their strained relationship
9 min read - OpinionIndiana Capital Chronicle
What will Holcomb choose his housing legacy to be?
With barely six months left in office and the nominees for his replacement already chosen, some might consider Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb a lame duck. However, housing is one area where he can still choose what his legacy will be. Holcomb has taken several significant steps on housing during his time in office, including the […] The post What will Holcomb choose his housing legacy to be? appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
4 min read - USIndiana Capital Chronicle
Delta-8 legal clarification unlikely as Statehouse stalemate persists
In the nearly six years since a federal law appeared to open the doors to delta-8, the marijuana-like drug has grown into a billion-dollar Hoosier industry. But it’s done so on shaky legal ground, leaving retailers and law enforcement officials alike seeking legislative clarification: is delta-8 allowed in Indiana? “The legislature needs to act to […] The post Delta-8 legal clarification unlikely as Statehouse stalemate persists appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
9 min read - USNBC News
Jury selection begins in bribery case against Sen. Bob Menendez in New York
Jury selection begins in the criminal trial of Sen. Bob Menendez, who's charged with accepting "hundreds of thousands of dollars" in bribes, including gold bars, for official acts.
3 min read - USWashington State Standard
With state policy stuck, a county charts its own path to allow more rural housing
While Washington lawmakers continue to fight over how to allow for more backyard cottages or in-law suites in rural areas, some counties are already moving in that direction. There’s an “uneven legal landscape” right now for this housing, and legislators should consider a statewide law to let it grow, Whatcom County Planning and Development Services […] The post With state policy stuck, a county charts its own path to allow more rural housing appeared first on Washington State Standard.
4 min read - USMinnesota Reformer
The Topline: How well does Minnesota represent the United States?
Welcome to The Topline, a weekly roundup of the big numbers driving the Minnesota news cycle, as well as the smaller ones that you might have missed. This week: Minnesota representativeness; wage vs. rent hikes; firearm deaths; and a welcome relief from drought. The Washington Post’s Andrew Van Dam recently took a stab at using […] The post The Topline: How well does Minnesota represent the United States? appeared first on Minnesota Reformer.
3 min read - USSouth Florida Sun Sentinel
Parkland school massacre site is readied for demolition. Here’s what to expect next month.
A moment that many South Floridians have awaited comes next month: Workers will demolish the Parkland school building where 17 students and staff members were killed in a 2018 massacre. Then will come the next effort: Deciding what will go in that place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High, “where the spirit of a lot of people are,” says Broward School Board member Debra “Debbi” Hixon, who lost ...
4 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Fuel industry group targets Biden and Democrats in key states over emissions standards
A fuel industry group is launching a new $6.6 million ad buy criticizing President Joe Biden and Democratic Senate candidates in key swing states over the administration’s new emissions standards that are expected to lead to dramatic cuts in the production of gas-powered cars.
6 min read - USBelleville News-Democrat
Metro-east city named among the ‘cheapest, safest’ places to live in US. Here’s why
Here’s what to know about the crime rate and cost of living in this southwestern Illinois town.
2 min read - LifestyleBaltimore Sun
Filling a dream: Couple takes a bite of success at family-run 410 Empanadas in Havre de Grace
Hot dogs. That’s what Gladys and John Springsteel were thinking about when the Aberdeen couple decided to go into the food truck business. In New Jersey, where they’re from, food trucks and carts selling hot dogs and a drink are popular and successful. “We know people that have opened up food trucks selling nothing but hot dogs and soda,” Gladys said. “They have been able to pay their ...
3 min read - USWFTV
Woman hit by driver while crossing Flagler County road, troopers say
Florida Highway Patrol said a woman was critically hurt after being hit by a car in Flagler County.
1 min read - USCarlsbad Current-Argus
Eddy County approves moving jail from downtown to southside of Carlsbad for $135M
Eddy County Commissioners agreed to a plan to move the county jail from downtown Carlsbad to the southside near the Eddy County Sheriff's Office.
4 min read - USThe Daily Times
San Juan Co. residents weigh in on proposed Lower Animas Valley Trail
The Lower Animas Valley Recreation Trail project is still in the preliminary stages, and it might not get built at all.
5 min read - USTampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg, Fla.
Spirit of deregulation means fewer new rules for Florida schools
The big story: Two months after lawmakers ended their 2024 session, Gov. Ron DeSantis finished signing into law the most discussed education bills. Floridians who spend their time monitoring education politics found the most notable thing about this year to be that the Legislature did so little to schools. Sure, there were a handful of measures that will cause educators to scramble, such as ...
3 min read - BusinessWHTM
Central Pennsylvania gas prices remain above national average
(WHTM) – Drivers in Central Pennsylvania are continuing to pay more than the national average for gas despite prices coming slightly down in the last week. According to Gas Buddy, the average price of gasoline in Harrisburg is $3.76 a gallon, down 3.6 cents in the last week. Gas is up 5.2 cents per gallon […]
2 min read - WorldKTVI
Parts of Missouri remain in drought despite recent rains
ST. LOUIS — Parts of Missouri continue to face drought conditions despite recent rainfall. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources provided an update today on the state’s ongoing drought situation, which initially triggered an alert in May 2023. While there has been significant improvement since then, especially in Southeast Missouri, moderate drought conditions persist in […]
1 min read - PoliticsMissouri Independent
Last-ditch push to ban child marriage in Missouri must overcome resistance in House
Lawmakers trying to ban child marriage in Missouri hope a last-minute push in the legislative session’s final days can overcome opposition from some Republicans that put the bill’s chances in doubt. A bill outlawing 16 and 17 years old from getting married stalled in a House committee when a handful of Republicans voiced opposition. There […] The post Last-ditch push to ban child marriage in Missouri must overcome resistance in House appeared first on Missouri Independent.
5 min read - USKTVI
Jennifer Coolidge speaks at Washington University commencement on Monday
ST. LOUIS — Washington University is celebrating its 163rd commencement today at Francis Olympic Field, starting at 9 a.m. It features Jennifer Coolidge, the award-winning actress known for her roles in “Legally Blonde” and “The White Lotus,” as the commencement speaker. Coolidge will also receive an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree. Over 3,400 undergraduate […]
1 min read - USWPIX New York City, NY
Tourist randomly stabbed in front of daughter in Midtown: sources
MIDTOWN, Manhattan (PIX11) – A tourist from Pennsylvania was stabbed in Midtown on Saturday, sources told PIX11 News. The 38-year-old woman was stabbed in the chest on 43rd Street and 8th Avenue around 6:13 p.m., according to authorities. She was walking with her daughter when she was stabbed unprovoked, sources said. The suspect, a 61-year-old […]
- USWREG articles
TDOT shows what a new I-55 bridge could look like on Memphis skyline
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A video released over the weekend shows a glimpse of what a proposed new bridge over the Mississippi River in Memphis might look like. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is studying plans for a new bridge to replace the current 75-year-old bridge that carries Interstate 55 over the river. The proposed bridge […]
1 min read - USWFXT
‘Chaotic’: 3 suspects in deadly shooting at massive Northboro house party to face a judge
Police heard several gunshots from inside the residence which had about 300 people inside.
3 min read - USWLNS Lansing
Person injured after a shooting incident near West Barnes Ave.
The Lansing Police Department is investigating an incident that led to a shooting on the 200 block of West Barnes Ave. around 8 p.m.
- USReading Eagle, Pa.
New FAFSA is creating headaches for students and schools in Berks
May 13—It was supposed to be easier, it was supposed to be simpler. But for many students and families trying to fill out the new, "better" Federal Application For Student Aid this year, that hasn't been the case. The U.S. Department of Education rolled out a new version of the FAFSA, the form used by college students to apply for federal student financial aid, in hopes of streamlining the ...
7 min read - USKIRO
TONIGHT AT 5:30: Police share best ways to prevent break-ins as burglaries drop in Tacoma
We're digging into what police are crediting for the drop and how to prevent a burglar from ever targeting your house.
1 min read - USWFRV Green Bay
Appleton man arrested for 4th Operating While Under the Influence offense
BROWN COUNTY, Wis. (WFRV) – Authorities say an Appleton man was arrested Sunday evening for what appears to be his 4th Operating While Under the Influence offense. According to a release from the Wisconsin State Patrol Northeast Region Fond du Lac Post, a Wisconsin state trooper stopped a 2018 Nissan Rogue at 5:52 p.m. on […]
1 min read - USWJAX
JSO: Man shot while sitting in Westside parking lot
The shooting happened just after 1 a.m. on Monday in a parking lot on the 5200 block of Normandy Boulevard.
1 min read - USWJZY
Deadly officer-involved shooting in Alexander County
ALEXANDER COUNTY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – A suspect is dead following an officer-involved shooting from over the weekend, Alexander County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies were attempting to serve warrants on a suspect at a home on 145 Dusty Road in Taylorsville Sunday night around 9:58 p.m. They were met by the man in the front […]
1 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Key witness Michael Cohen to take the stand against Donald Trump
Michael Cohen is finally set to testify in People v. Donald Trump.
4 min read