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- USMilitary Times
Bill would allow retroactive Purple Heart vets to transfer GI benefits
Lawmakers want to close a loophole preventing post-9/11 retroactive Purple Heart recipients from transferring education benefits to dependents.
6 min read - PoliticsThe Guardian
Leading Democrats demand Alito face investigation after second report of far right-linked flag
Lawmakers urge US supreme court justice to recuse himself from certain cases after new report of flags linked to Capitol attack
4 min read - USThe Guardian
Supreme court rules South Carolina doesn’t need to redraw congressional map to consider Black voters
Justices send case back to lower court, saying it didn’t properly evaluate evidence in ruling Republican plan was discriminatory
6 min read - PoliticsAFP
Trump falsely claims Biden authorized FBI assassination attempt
Donald Trump and some of his staunchest allies are claiming newly unsealed court filings reveal that US President Joe Biden authorized federal agents to kill him during the FBI's 2022 raid of the former president's Mar-a-Lago estate in search of classified documents. This is false; the allegations misrepresent the Justice Department's standard policies regarding how force can be used during law enforcement operations.
5 min read - CelebrityTODAY
The 50 most popular baby names of the 1920s
Some baby names stand the test of time. 1920s names: Some baby names from the 1920s sound dated and some stand the test of time. Is your favorite on the list?
1 min read - USAkron Beacon Journal
Here's how Summit County residents can assess tree health on their property
Here's a look at how Summit County homeowners can assess the health of tree on their property to help prevent any accidents due to an uprooted tree.
4 min read - USMiami Herald
Think Miami Beach is hard to drive in now? Wait till Memorial Day weekend. What to know
Here’s information on road closings, parking and other rules.
3 min read - USLexington Herald-Leader
Kentucky governor signs executive order banning race-based hair discrimination
“Team Kentucky strives to be an employer of choice in all 120 counties.”
1 min read - PoliticsWest Virginia Watch
U.S. House panel votes to advance election bills targeting noncitizens, foreign money
WASHINGTON — The U.S. House Administration Committee voted along party lines Thursday to advance two election-related bills to the House floor. The Republican-led committee approved H.R. 8281, a bill to bar noncitizens from voting in federal elections, something that is rare and already illegal, and H.R. 8399, which would restrict the contributions of foreign nationals […] The post U.S. House panel votes to advance election bills targeting noncitizens, foreign money appeared first on West Virgin
2 min read - USThe Herald, Sharon, Pa.
Couple honored by the Buhl Club for outstanding community service
May 23—SHARON — The Buhl Club is holding a dinner to celebrate a husband and wife team at this year's Henry and Catherine Evans Community Service Award dinner May 30. Chip and Kathy Mastrian are well-known in the Shenango Valley for their outstanding service to the community. The public is invited to the dinner, which is from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Tiffany's Banquet Center in Masury, Ohio. ...
3 min read - USThe Herald, Sharon, Pa.
West Middlesex schools to grow aquaponics program
May 23—WEST MIDDLESEX — When it comes to maintaining the aquaponics lab at West Middlesex Jr.-Sr. High School, eighth-grader Adalyn Cyrus has encountered more than a few challenges. The mobile lab, which features a small aquarium topped with a layer of plants, combines aquaculture, the study of fish, with hydroponics, growing plants without soil — creating a cycle where fish waste becomes ...
3 min read - USThe Times-Leader (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
Convicted serial molester found guilty of possessing child sexual abuse materials
May 23—WILKES-BARRE — A Luzerne County jury took their time Wednesday before convicting Jack P. Covert II of having child sexual abuse materials. The jury deliberated for about six hours before reaching a verdict convicting Covert, 65, formerly of Second Street, Dallas Township, on six counts of child pornography and a single count of criminal use of communication facility. Covert faced a ...
2 min read - USThe Times-Leader (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
Kingston police, drug task force engaged in narcotic sweep
May 23—KINGSTON — Police in Kingston along with the Luzerne County Drug Task Force with assistance from the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives served multiple arrest warrants Thursday targeting alleged illicit drug street dealers after a year-long investigation. Authorities began serving arrest warrants just after 7 a.m. and by early afternoon, 12 suspected sellers of ...
3 min read - USThe Herald, Sharon, Pa.
31 Dollar Generals ... and counting
May 23—HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP — There will soon be 31 Dollar General stores in Mercer County — and No. 32 isn't far behind. That's how many Dollar General stores Mercer County will have once the former Gallery Grille restaurant in Hempfield Township is demolished and a new building is constructed to house the retail store. And construction of store No. 32 in Otter Creek Township is nearing final ...
3 min read - USAkron Beacon Journal
Pavona's Pizza Joint owner sentenced to work release, rehabilitation programs after arson
Mark Mickey, the co-owner of Pavona's Pizza Joint and Mickey's Irish Pub, was sentenced to work release with the possibility of 1½ years in prison.
3 min read - USRichmond Register, Ky.
PACA to support Baptist Health with fashion show, ball
May 23—The Pattie A. Clay Auxiliary (PACA) has been a fundraising force in Madison County since its inception in the early 1970s. Its original founders launched the initiative to combat low funds for the hospital, now known as Baptist Health Richmond, and has since raised over $1 million. The primary purpose of the Auxiliary is still to support the welfare of the patients and staff of Baptist ...
4 min read - USRichmond Register, Ky.
Meet the local KFB Farm Markets: Kelly's Fruit Stand
May 23—Madison County is home to two of Kentucky Farm Bureau's Certified farm markets. One of those two markets sits off Eastern Bypass in Kelly's Fruit Stand. Kelly Ratliff started the business over three decades ago while going to Eastern Kentucky University. Her first location was where the Coldstone Creamery currently is located. After a move to the other side of the lot, she finally got ...
2 min read - USThe Meridian Star, Miss.
Marion awards site contract for water treatment plant
May 23—After more than 18 months of planning, the town of Marion is moving forward with a project to build a new water treatment plant after the Board of Aldermen voted Tuesday to award a contract to ready the site for future construction. The site grading and clearing contract was awarded to Davidson Hauling & Construction in the amount of $43,767. Town Engineer Shaun Miles said Davidson was ...
3 min read - LifestyleThe Meridian Star, Miss.
Mississippi Aquarium to bring traveling exhibit to MCM-Meridian
May 23—The Mississippi Children's Museum-Meridian is teaming up with the Mississippi Aquarium Wednesday to give local children the thrill of seeing an ocean-dwelling animal first hand. From 11 a.m. until 12:15 p.m., representatives will bring the Gulfport-based Mississippi Aquarium's outreach program, Aquarium in Motion, to the children's museum. This will be the first time the Mississippi ...
2 min read - USKansas City Star
Construction worker just misses $1 billion jackpot, but still wins big Powerball prize
Here’s where the Virginia man purchased the lucky ticket.
1 min read - USNortheast Mississippi Daily Journal, Tupelo
Baldwyn man charged with Saltillo shooting incident
SALTILLO – A Prentiss County man has been charged in connection with a Saltillo shooting where one man was injured. Saltillo police were called to the Cedar Stone apartments Saturday May 18 for a report of a shooting. When officers arrived at the complex just off Mobile Street near Highway 145, they found a male who had been shot. He was treated for non-life threatening injuries and was able ...
1 min read - USNortheast Mississippi Daily Journal, Tupelo
CRIME REPORTS: Thursday, May 23, 2024
Felonies The following people were booked into the Lee County-Tupelo Adult Jail in connection with felony charges ending Wednesday at 11 a.m. Johnny Dillard, 38, of Tupelo, was arrested by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, aggravated trafficking of methamphetamine, possession of a firearm by a felon, trafficking ecstasy, trafficking fentanyl, trafficking hydrocodone. John Tyler Gray, 34, of ...
2 min read - USThe Guardian
‘Above normal’ hurricane season could bring summer of natural disasters to US
Factors including ‘near-record warm ocean temperatures in Atlantic’ lead to stark prediction from Noaa for June to November
2 min read - USGreenville News
2024 hurricane season: 'Highest ever' named storms forecast by NOAA, South Carolina at risk
NOAA released its latest predictions for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, saying it's shaping up to be "extraordinary."
3 min read - LifestyleMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
How to keep your vehicle safe and clean from hordes of cicadas this summer
Millions of 17-year cicadas will be in Wisconsin until July. Here's how to avoid damage to the exterior and mechanics of your car from the insects.
3 min read - USThe Daily American
Why a Central City couple's domestic argument led to assault and child endangerment charges
The charges are being processed through District Magistrate William Seger's office in Windber.
3 min read - PoliticsTexas Tribune
Texas GOP convention kicks off with party leaders attacking Speaker Dade Phelan
Phelan’s foe Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick urged Republicans to stop giving Democrats a say in the speaker election.
4 min read - USTampa Bay Times, St. Petersburg, Fla.
Man wanted on murder charge in Hillsborough drug overdose arrested in Alabama
A Tampa man wanted in connection to another man’s fatal overdose last summer has been arrested in Alabama. Members of the U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force arrested Altwain T. Carlisle Jr., 29, in Enterprise, Alabama, on Tuesday, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. He was wanted on charges including first-degree murder that resulted from the unlawful sale of a ...
2 min read - USTimes Record News
Police nab suspect in city's latest murder
Wichita Falls Police have nabbed a suspect in the city's most recent homicide.
1 min read - USThe Guardian
South Dakota governor Kristi Noem banned from all tribal lands in her own state
Last of state’s Indigenous tribes vote ‘in solidarity’ to bar Noem after she claimed tribal leaders benefit from drug cartels
2 min read - BusinessWest Virginia Watch
West Virginia joins Department of Justice antitrust suit against Live Nation
West Virginia is one of 29 states along with Washington D.C. that have signed onto an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, the owner of Ticketmaster, alleging the company stifled competition by monopolizing significant markets of the entertainment industry. The lawsuit was spearheaded by the U.S. Department of Justice and filed in the U.S. District Court […] The post West Virginia joins Department of Justice antitrust suit against Live Nation appeared first on West Virginia Watch.
3 min read - USKnox News | The Knoxville News-Sentinel
Will thunderstorms spoil Memorial Day plans? Here’s the Knoxville holiday weekend forecast
Thunderstorms started rolling through Knoxville Thursday morning, but will they stick around throughout the long holiday weekend?
3 min read - USNY Daily News
Students, teachers overcome by accidental pepper spray discharge at NYC public school
Eight students at a Queens grade school were hospitalized Thursday after they and several dozen others were exposed to pepper spray fumes, cops said. Cops were told that a pepper spray canister, which was in a bag, exploded when a child accidentally sat on it. Police were called to Public School 219 on Gravett Road near Main St. in Kew Gardens Hills about 10:40 a.m. when they found 31 students ...
- USPeople
Teacher Accused of Abuse, Handing 'Inappropriate' Note to 14-Year-Old Dies by Suicide 2 Days Later
Nicholas Bott died by suicide two days after being arrested on felony charges of child abuse and illegal contact with a minor or elderly person
1 min read - BusinessThe Sheboygan Press
Alliant Energy plans to convert Sheboygan's coal-fueled generating station into natural gas. Here's when it could happen.
The company said the move is a 'significant milestone' in ensuring Alliant Energy has continued access to affordable, reliable and cleaner resources.
1 min read - USWFTV
New electric shuttles proposed for downtown Orlando
Downtown Orlando may launch a new on-demand shuttle service in downtown for residents and visitors.
1 min read - USChicago Tribune
Park Ridge police: Aggravated battery to peace officer, domestic battery, strangulation
The following items were taken from Park Ridge Police Department reports. An arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt. Motor Vehicle Theft An unknown offender stole a 2020 Chevy Malibu during the overnight hours of May 11 in the 400-500 block of Northwest Highway. The owner told police that the vehicle was unlocked, and the key fob was left in it. Battery, Domestic Battery, Strangulation ...
4 min read - USDeseret News
Utah flexes international bona fides with ‘Crossroads of the World’ conference
Former President George W. Bush, former Mexican President Vicente Fox and past Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper were in Salt Lake City on Thursday.
2 min read - LifestyleArgus Leader
Local ice cream staple Stensland Family Farms to close east-side location Sunday
Stensland Family Farms will be closing its east-side location with Sunday as its last day.
1 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
Former Trinity Valley teacher accused of misconduct ‘in presence of students,’ school says
Fort Worth police and CPS are investigating reports against the former piano teacher, who wasn’t named in a recent letter to parents.
2 min read - USJournal-News, Hamilton, Ohio
Butler County pools, waterparks to open: What to know about hours, prices
May 23—Local pools and waterparks in Butler County will open this weekend for the summer season. Here is what you need to know about admission, hours and more. Fairfield Aquatic Center, 2605 Augusta Blvd., Fairfield, will open Saturday. Hours are from noon to 8 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and noon to 6 p.m. Sundays May 25-Aug. 11. On Aug. 12, the pool will be closed Mondays through Fridays and open ...
2 min read - USJournal-News, Hamilton, Ohio
City offers cash to homeowners for exterior improvements in 3 neighborhoods
May 23—Neighborhood improvements continue in Middletown on the heels of last month's successful trash collection day with the launch of a program to help homeowners repair and improve the outside of their homes. The city's Home Improvement Repair Program launched this week and is open to single-family, owner-occupied homes in the Oakland, Mayfield and Sherman neighborhoods, according to Devra ...
2 min read - USCharlotte Observer
Charlotte police arrest 19-year-old with loaded rifle outside of Chambers High School
The arrested man wasn’t connected to a lockdown that drew police to the campus.
1 min read - USLouisiana Illuminator
As Memorial Day arrives, bill unveiled in Congress to assist Purple Heart recipients
WASHINGTON — When a Purple Heart recipient named Pat reached out to U.S. Sen. Patty Murray in November to inform her that he couldn’t transfer his GI bill benefits to his children, he wasn’t expecting congressional action to solve the problem. He simply just wanted to let the Washington state Democrat know, he told States […] The post As Memorial Day arrives, bill unveiled in Congress to assist Purple Heart recipients appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
6 min read - USAsheville Citizen-Times
Hurricane season 2024: NOAA forecast for named storms 'highest ever.' Will NC see another Matthew?
The NOAA released a May 23 report on this year's hurricane season, doubling down on previous predictions of "explosive" weather. Here's what we know.
3 min read - USDayton Daily News, Ohio
New defense bill features millions in Wright-Patt construction, enlisted pay raise
May 23—The fiscal year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that passed out of the House Armed Services Committee late Wednesday features millions for construction at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, as well as sizeable raises for enlisted members of the military. The bill authorizes $45 million for the construction of the Human Performance Wing Laboratory at Wright-Patterson, said a ...
3 min read - USDayton Daily News, Ohio
Police search for suspect in murder of pregnant woman, teen in Dayton
May 23—Dayton police are searching for the man suspected of shooting and killing a pregnant woman and 16-year-old boy at a house Wednesday morning. Montgomery County Coroner Dr. Kent Harshbarger identified the victims as Precious Taste and Deante Johnson. Dayton police Maj. Brian Johns confirmed Thursday that Taste was four months pregnant. The suspect is believed to be the father of the ...
2 min read - USDayton Daily News, Ohio
2 OVI checkpoints tonight in Dayton. Find out where
May 23—The Dayton Police Department and Combined Agency OVI Task Force members of Montgomery County announced today that there will be four sobriety checkpoints during the start of Memorial Day weekend. The first two OVI checkpoints are tonight, from 6:30 to 11:30 p.m. The first will be in the 1500 block of East Third Street and the second will be in the 1400 block of Wayne Avenue. Ohio law ...
1 min read - USDayton Daily News, Ohio
Miami County man pleads guilty to six felonies in child pornography case
May 23—TROY — A Potsdam man charged with 12 felony counts of child pornography following the execution of a search warrant at his home in March pleaded guilty Monday to six felony charges as part of a plea deal with prosecutors. Chad Waymire, 35, originally faced one second-degree felony charge of pandering obscenity involving a minor or impaired person, one second-degree felony count of ...
1 min read - USThe Gainesville Sun
Project YouthBuild graduates 24 students in Gainesville
Graduates in the 2024 Class of the Project YouthBuild program in Gainesville will be remembered for their grind
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