Algonquin, IL

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

Do you wonder what that nasty smell that has been cropping up all over Denver is?. I know. Denver has lots of nasty smells, including urine and feces in the alleys. There also is the unmistakable chemical smell of meth that turns some people’s stomachs. And of course, marijuana lingers in the air Denver-wide.

Opinion: The smell of death in Denver

Chicago, IL

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Santa Ana, CA

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Ismael Salgado , a 44-year-old Chicago man, was sentenced this Friday to 25 years to life in prison, for kidnapped and repeatedly raping an 11-year-old Santa Ana girl on Feb. 3, 1999.

Chicago man gets 25 years to life in prison for repeatedly raping a girl in Santa Ana

Benton Harbor, MI

Karla Marie Speaks

On February 15, 2001, 12-year-old Steven Earl Kraft, Jr. vanished without a trace from his neighborhood in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Steven was last seen between 7 and 8 p.m. that evening, walking his two family dogs near his home on Holly Drive in the Benton Heights area. He was expected to return home around 8 p.m. to have dinner with his family, but never made it back.

23-Year-Old Cold Case: The Tragic Disappearance of 12-Year-Old Steven Kraft

Manchester, NH

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BRENTWOOD – David Meehan’s severe Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is one of the worst cases Dr. Terry Allen Kupers ever encountered in his long career treating victims of child abuse, and it all stems from his years of being raped, beaten, and tortured by staff at the Sununu Youth Services Center, then called YDC in Manchester.

Expert Testifies David Meehan Was Tortured as Teen at YDC

Miami, FL

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There are longtime restaurants in Florida that have become part of the landscape like Tampa's The Columbia and Miami's Versaille's. Unfortunately one of these longtime eateries - Perricone's - will soon be closing.

"Iconic" Florida Eatery In Business For Decades Is Closing: A Focus On "Family And Other Interests"

Manchester police say the area mentioned in the news release is now open, but no further information at this time. At approximately 07:56 AM, Manchester Police responded to a report of a deceased individual.

UPDATE: Area Open. Stay Away From Area Where Dead Person Found in Manchester, Police Advise

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Naples, FL

Florida is known in part for its amusement parks. Some offer roller coasters, others offer zoo animals, some offer interactions with characters, and some offer opportunities to enjoy the water.

New Details About The $250 Million Indoor Great Wolf Lodge Water Park Coming To Florida

Tampa, FL

Some believe that Florida does not have a distinct style of barbecue. Many Florida restaurants borrow flavors from other regional areas - such as Cecil's Texas-style barbecue in Orlando or BB & Craft Co. serving Kansas City-style barbecue in south Florida.

FL's "Best" Barbecue Per Southern Living Has Been In Business Since The 60s & Serves Pit-Syle BBQ

Port Orange, FL

As food costs have risen and inflation takes hold, some Floridians have stopped eating out as much, and, as a result, I've written about several Florida restaurants that have either struggled, allegedly gotten behind on rent, or gone out of business as a result.

Popular Florida Waterfront Restaurant That Faced Eviction For Being $200,000 Behind In Rent Closes

Ruckersville, VA

Greene County, VA

Cheryl E Preston

Victory church pastor Rodney Locklear has been indicted. The Richmond Times Dispatch reports that a Virginia church has closed its doors, but not for the same reasons other congregations in the Commonwealth have been shuttered. It was not a declining or aging congregation or financial matters. Victory church has ceased to exist because the pastor has been accused of s$x crimes against a minor and now faces six additional charges.

A Virginia church shuts down after the pastor is charged with crimes against a minor

Winter Garden, FL

It's not unusual for old Florida buildings like Kmart and Golden Coral to be demolished to be repurposed for other things. And now, a Florida Burger King has been torn down for a somewhat surprising downsizing reason.

An Old Florida Burger King Is Being Demolished For A Downsizing Tenant

Many Floridians are sad when their favorite restaurant closes. And I've written several articles in recent weeks about beloved Florida restaurants abruptly closing their doors - such as Crisp & Green and Dove III. Now, we can add The Stone Soup Company to the list.

A Retiring FL Restauranteur Changed His Eatery To Employee-Owned. It Just Abruptly Closed Anyway

Thermopolis, WY

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The small herd of bison that roams the sage hills of Hot Springs State Park near Thermopolis may not garner the same attention as its brethren near Jackson, but it has a solid contingent of local fans.

A calf is born: Hot Springs park welcomes first baby bison of the year

Orlando, FL

After writing about Florida's restaurants for some time, I've come to believe that, although Floridians want excellent food for a reasonable price, they're not exactly picky about where that food comes from.

FL's "Best" Seafood Joint Is Actually Seafood Market That Serves Food & Is "Where True Locals Go"

Denton, TX

Robert Russell Shaneyfelt

This post includes content modified using AI. According to a report from CBS News Texas, authorities in Texas have started an investigation following an incident where a 13-year-old pupil was attacked by grown-ups while on a school bus.

Adults Assault 13-Year-Old Black Girl on School Bus

Plant City, FL

Many Floridians enjoy all-you-can-eat buffets as they offer plenty of food variety for one fixed price. Unfortunately, one popular option in this niche - Plant City Homestyle Buffet - was closed for three days after a state inspection. Unfortunately, this isn't its first closure.

Popular Florida Buffet Closed For Three Days After State Inspection -3rd Closure

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Algonquin beats Wachusett in boys lacrosse 8-5

NORTHBORO, Mass. - The Algonquin boys lacrosse team beat Wachusett 8-5 on Thursday night on the turf at the new Titans sports complex. Wachusett...

Algonquin beats Wachusett in boys lacrosse 8-5

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