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- USRaleigh News and Observer
Trucker stops for chicken at supermarket and leaves with life-changing lottery prize
“I really didn’t believe it!” the Virginia man told officials.
1 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Trump will face Michael Cohen in court as prosecution nears the end of its case
Stormy Daniels is done testifying, but another target of former President Donald Trump is set to take the stand in his criminal trial, his ex-lawyer Michael Cohen, multiple sources have told NBC News.
6 min read - USSacramento Bee
1-month-old kitten hitching a ride on California train gets helping hand, rescue says
“While her origins remain a mystery, her future is clear: a permanent, loving home where she can thrive and bring joy to those around her.”
1 min read - USWKRN articles
Real ID implementation 1 year away
Tennesseans have a little under a year before they will need a Real I.D. or valid passport to fly domestically, visit certain federal facilities like military bases, and enter nuclear power plants.
2 min read - USWHBF Davenport
Muscatine plans training exercise for flood preparedness
The Department of Public Works in Muscatine plans to exercise Flood Gate 2 on 2nd Street at Mad Creek as part of a training exercise and the flood preparedness plan, according to a news release. The City of Muscatine plans to close East 2nd Street from Oak Street to Highway 92 from 10 a.m. to […]
1 min read - USThe Arizona Republic
Couple charged in death of 11-year-old Arizona boy with 'numerous' medical conditions, police say
An Arizona couple was charged in the death of an 11-year-old child found with "extensive lesions" on his body due to neglect, police say.
2 min read - USMiami Herald
Avid lottery player gets ‘back in the game’ after pause — and wins big in Maryland
“I was shocked, but stayed very calm. I was just overwhelmed with gratitude.”
2 min read - USMilitary Times
Hyundai wing took 26 cars from troops. Now it has to pay them back.
Hyundai’s financing subsidiary agreed to pay $333,941 in a lawsuit involving active duty service members whose cars they repossessed.
3 min read - USStatesman Journal
Mount Hood National Forest hosting guided summer hikes: Here's how to sign up
Mount Hood National Forest will begin its second “Hike with a Ranger” summer series after a successful first year.
1 min read - SportsKXRM Colorado Springs
Cheyenne’s Mountain Zoo giraffe celebrates 21st birthday
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Twenty-one is looking good on Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (CMZoo) giraffe Mahali. On Friday, May 10, he celebrated a landmark birthday. According to a social media post by CMZoo, Mahali is one of the oldest male giraffes in human care and is known for his tendency to guide other giraffes in the herd. […]
1 min read - ScienceRaleigh News and Observer
Severe solar storms this weekend could disrupt GPS or internet + make NC skies sparkle
Your GPS might not work, so find a place where you can see the open sky, and look up.
2 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
Novak Manor, a popular West Allis haunted house, gets city approval to operate in 2024
The Common Council voted unanimously to approve a special event permit for the haunted house.
3 min read - USMSNBC
Maddow Blog | Appeals court ruling on his conviction adds to Bannon’s troubles
Following a ruling from the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals, it appears increasingly inevitable that Steve Bannon will have to report to prison this year.
3 min read - USKRQE Albuquerque
Minor delays expected as crews work on I-40 between Gallup and Thoreau
GALLUP, N.M. (KRQE) – Drivers on Interstate 40 between Gallup and Thoreau should expect delays and possible lane closures as the New Mexico Department of Transportation and a contractor begin mill and inlay work. Work started on Friday at various locations on eastbound and westbound I-40 between mile markers 26 and 54.7. The contractor’s work hours are […]
- USKDVR Denver
Why two State Forest State Park trails will be closed later this summer
Two popular trailheads at State Forest State Park near Walden will be closed for part of the summer until winter for mitigation work.
2 min read - USMSNBC
Virginia school board reverses 2020 decision to remove Confederate names from two schools
Four years after removing the names of Confederate military leaders from two schools, Virginia's Shenandoah County School Board voted to reverse that decision.
1 min read - USMacon Telegraph
Downtown Macon’s revitalization gets national award. Organizers say there’s more to come
Organizers thanked Macon residents for their efforts to help re-energize downtown.
3 min read - SportsWGN Chicago
Illinois Lottery player claims $746K jackpot prize after iLotto win
CHICAGO — An Illinois iLottery player is getting ready to celebrate this weekend after hitting a nearly $750,000 jackpot while playing an online Fast Play game this week. The lucky lotto player snagged the $746,348 prize while playing the progressive Fast Play game Twenty 20s, which offers players the chance at a jackpot that starts at $50,000 […]
1 min read - USWJAX
‘In his underwear’: Man arrested for joyriding around Vilano Beach, crashing stolen $100,000 boat
According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Anthony Terry found himself in hot water after allegedly stealing a woman’s $100,00 boat to joyride near the Conch House Marina.
1 min read - USSpringfield News-Leader
Missouri General Assembly passes the state budget, just hours before the deadline
Against all odds, the Missouri General Assembly passed the state budget, which will fund operations across the state in the upcoming fiscal year.
4 min read - TechnologyPopular Mechanics
While You Weed the Garden, Cook Dinner, or Enjoy a Cold Beverage, These Robot Lawnmowers Will Cut the Grass For You
A robot lawn mower can keep your yard in good shape while requiring little from you. Get it set up and programmed, then let it do its work.
18 min read - USVC Star | Ventura County Star
Newsom unveils budget update to tackle massive shortfall. How steep are the cuts?
"This is a sizeable deficit": California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes $288 billion budget featuring cuts, funding delays amid second year of shortfalls.
3 min read - USNC Newsline
North Carolina appeals court orders resentencing for man convicted of murder as teen
The North Carolina Court of Appeals this week ordered a trial court to resentence a man imprisoned for murder he committed when he was a child. The imprisoned man at the center of the case is James Kelliher, who is serving life sentences for crimes he committed when he was 17 years old. Kelliher has […] The post North Carolina appeals court orders resentencing for man convicted of murder as teen appeared first on NC Newsline.
3 min read - EntertainmentUnited Press International
'Star Wars' fan wins big lottery jackpot on franchise holiday
The Force was strong with a Massachusetts man when he scored a $5.37 million lottery jackpot on Star Wars Day.
1 min read - USWKRG
Murder charge dismissed for Mobile man after hearing
SEMMES, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile man is no longer charged with murder after a judge ruled to dismiss a 2023 case where a man was shot and killed. The judge issued an order noting that the case against Thomas Ernest Kimbler, who was originally charged with murder in the death of Matthew Ray Smith, […]
3 min read - USWFXR Roanoke
Vehicle crash closes all north lanes on I-81 in Roanoke County
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WFXR)– The Virginia Department of Transportation says drivers can expect delays on I-81 in Roanoke County due to a vehicle crash near mile marker 142.9. As of 3:52 p.m., all north lanes and the far left southbound lane is closed. WFXR News will update this story as further information is released.
- PoliticsMichigan Advance
U.S. Senate in FAA bill adds flights at Washington National, bucking local opponents
WASHINGTON — After hours of uncertainty Thursday, the U.S. Senate struck a deal to reauthorize several Federal Aviation Authority programs for the next five years, though Maryland and Virginia senators were vehemently opposed and lawmakers hoping to attach unrelated provisions lost out. The bill heads to the House next week for final approval. Lawmakers from […] The post U.S. Senate in FAA bill adds flights at Washington National, bucking local opponents appeared first on Michigan Advance.
5 min read - USKETK Tyler
Nacogdoches Police: 3 arrested following investigation into massage parlors
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK) – The Nacogdoches Police Department served search warrants on two massage parlors on Thursday, resulting in three arrests. According to Nacogdoches PD, at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nacogdoches PD officers and the Texas Department of Public Safety served search warrants on two massage parlors located in the 1300 and 3200 blocks […]
1 min read - USTahlequah Daily Press, Okla.
Therapy dog to be on hand at Hulbert elementary
May 10—The Hulbert School Board of Education has approved the addition of a therapy dog at the elementary and some upkeep for the gym floor. A service agreement with Arbo's Floor Service was accepted to allow for gym floor sanding, changes, and sealer. Jolyn Choate said $20,000 of the quote for the floor service will be covered by sponsors, including Local Bank, NEO Health, and Lake Region ...
2 min read - USColumbia Basin Herald, Moses Lake, Wash.
Road work season in full swing
May 10—MOSES LAKE — Road construction throughout the Columbia Basin is chugging along as several area projects move forward as spring progresses into summer. Resurfacing of State Route 17 through Moses Lake has moved on to the resurfacing part of the project. Crews started working on the project in April, with the first phase being the replacement of ADA-accessible sidewalk ramps at ...
3 min read - USColumbia Basin Herald, Moses Lake, Wash.
Basin student named one of 2024 Presidential Scholars
May 10—ODESSA — Odessa High School student Jacob Scrupps was one of 161 high school seniors named 2024 United States Presidential Scholars and one of five Washington students who received the honor, according to a Thursday announcement from the U.S. Department of Education. According to the announcement, Scrupps received the honor for accomplishments in academics in the field of Career and ...
1 min read - USColumbia Basin Herald, Moses Lake, Wash.
Home sales up despite higher interest rates
May 10—KIRKLAND — Activity in the housing market increased in April in spite of rising interest rates, according to data from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service, which compiles statistics from 26 of Washington's 39 counties. Interest rates have increased by 0.38 percentage points over the past month to 7.17%, continuing to constrain prospective buyers' purchasing power and prospective ...
2 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
Father charged with attacking Milwaukee elementary school employee at the school.
Due to injuries, Milwaukee School District employee will require facial surgery.
2 min read - USKTAB Abilene
JUST IN: Body found off FM 18 in Callahan County
CALLAHAN COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A death investigation is currently underway after a body was found off FM 18. The Callahan County Sheriff’s Office says one person was found deceased in a lot off FM 18 near CR 527 around 2:00 p.m. Friday. This person’s identity, including their name, age, and gender, has not been […]
1 min read - USGreensburg Daily News, Ind.
Greensburg Police Department pursuits in 2024
May 10—GREENSBURG — Officers from the Greensburg Police Department have initiated several pursuits of motor vehicles in the last three months. The pursuits were initiated in other locations and resulted in the arrests of five individuals. All five individuals have had initial hearings and are awaiting the next steps in their judicial process. According to local court records, those arrested in ...
1 min read - USGreensburg Daily News, Ind.
School nurses receive support
May 10—RIPLEY COUNTY — All elementary school nurses in Ripley County recently received cash donations from the Ripley County Retired Teachers Association. The organization makes these donations twice a year as part of their mission to support all educational endeavors in the schools. Treasurer Marsha Bultman traveled to each elementary school this spring to present the $50 checks to Bridgette ...
1 min read - USWAVY
Explainer: Will this weekend’s Northern Lights be visible from Hampton Roads?
Get ready to look up and north! There is a small chance that parts of the United States that don't typically see the Northern Lights could see them tonight into early Saturday morning!
4 min read - USThe Augusta Chronicle
Man charged in shooting death of 56-year-old Aiken man
One man is dead and another has been charged after a shooting Thursday night in Aiken.
1 min read - LifestyleKSNT Topeka
Store dedicated to Hot Wheels opens Saturday in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A new shop fostering a community of Hot Wheels enthusiasts is opening in the Capital City this weekend. In 2019, Buck Shea created a club for diecast car fans called the Capital City Diecast Club. The group meets twice a month for a diecast swap meet, raffles and to race Hot Wheels […]
2 min read - WorldTODAY
‘Cooking Up Murder’: Where is chef César Román now?
After years in prison, chef César Román, subject in Netflix's "Cooking Up Murder," admitted to the murder of Heidi Paz.
3 min read - USAsheville Citizen-Times
I-40 West section will be closed May 10-13: What to know about detours, timing, more
An Asheville section of I-40 will be shut down from Friday night to Monday morning to allow for highway construction.
2 min read - USWFTV
Ex-Volusia County teacher who had sexual relationships with multiple students sentenced to 21 years
A former Volusia County teacher and coach accused of having multiple sexual relationships with students has been sentenced to 21 years in prison.
1 min read - USSalon
Virginia school board decides to rename schools after Confederate traitors, reversing 2020 decision
By a 5-1 vote, the board decided to honor men who betrayed their country and fought to maintain slavery
1 min read - USThe Arizona Republic
Alligator spotted on busy highway in Mobile, Alabama, sighting stopped traffic
An alligator made its way onto a busy highway stopping traffic in Mobile, Alabama on Thursday.
3 min read - USSouth Bend Tribune
Teen charged after non-fatal shooting on Amhurst Avenue hospitalizes man
Branch jailed on charge of Battery by Means of a Deadly Weapon
1 min read - USSacramento Bee
3 arrested in connection with CVS manager’s homicide; 2 to be extradited from Idaho
The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrests on Thursday.
1 min read - CelebrityApp.com | Asbury Park Press
'His little girl grew up to be the monster' - woman gets 2 life terms in LBI murders
John Enders, 87, suffered 51 stab wounds. His girlfriend, Francoise Pitoy, 75, suffered 39 stab wounds. Both were shot in the face.
4 min read - USBiloxi Sun Herald
‘God have mercy on your soul.’ Biloxi man gets death penalty for torture, murder of child
The jury deliberated for a little more than two hours before handing down sentence.
5 min read - USKSNT Topeka
Kansas gov. signs off on multiple new laws
Nine bills are set to become new Kansas laws this year.
3 min read - USVirginia Mercury
‘Mom’ legislators see their numbers, influence grow but barriers to elected office remain
For the second time while serving in the Nevada Legislature, Senate Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro gave birth last year. And again, she publicly pledged to continue full participation in her duties. As the nation’s groundbreaker when it comes to working moms in a state capitol, Nevada made history in 2019 as the only female-majority legislative […] The post ‘Mom’ legislators see their numbers, influence grow but barriers to elected office remain appeared first on Virginia Mercury.
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