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Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

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Ah, cats. Those mysterious, aloof beings that grace our homes with their presence. We feed them, clean their litter, and sometimes, if we’re lucky, they let us pet them. But how do we know if our feline friends actually adore us?

Hidden Signs Your Cat Adores You

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Rite Aid is making headlines again, but unfortunately, not for the best reasons. The essential pharmacy chain is closing a staggering 400 stores, a major uptick from the 143 closures initially planned when it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last October.

A large retail chain is shutting down hundreds stores after going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Booneville, MS

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Thrasher Community, Prentiss County, MS - In the early hours of Wednesday, June 26th, 2024, Deputy Cody Horn of the Prentiss County Sheriff's Department made a significant discovery during a routine traffic stop on County Road 1040.

Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charge in Prentiss County

Hamilton Township, NJ

Rainbow Shops, a popular clothier known for its youth clothing, is preparing to shut down its location at the Hamilton Mall in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. The store is currently offering a hefty 40% discount on all items as part of its liquidation sale.

Popular Clothing Store Offers Offers Deep Discounts, Closing 950 Locations in Struggling Mall

South Carolina State

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate were in medicine cabinets in many Virginia homes decades ago. They were in bottles with droppers that gallons the red liquid. Looking at that old bottle in the above image brings back many memories.

Mercurochrome and Merthiolate once were in many Virginia homes

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Hollywood, FL

Edmond Thorne

Hollywood, FL - In a shocking and outrageous turn of events, the State Attorney’s Office has dropped charges against Anastasiya Motalva, the mother who was arrested for leaving her child in a hot car while shopping at a Walmart in Hollywood, Florida.

FL. Outraged: State Attorney Drops Charges Of Mother Who Left Child In Hot Car While Shopping

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Brookfield, WI

In a wave of unexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected news, Piggly Wiggly has shuttered its store in Brookfield, Wisconsin, leaving customers feeling as if they've lost a family member. The closure, originally set for June 15, was moved up abruptly, catching shoppers off guard as the aisles emptied out with a clearance sale offering 50% off all merchandise.

500-store Grocery Chain Closes Location, Shoppers Cry.

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A man died in police custody Sunday after he was arrested when he scuffled with firefighters and police, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Joseph Lawson, 43, was the second person to die in the past week while in police custody. Both were hospitalized at the time they died, the Sheriff’s Office said.

Suspect dies in custody; he’s the second in six days

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When it comes to deciding who to marry, many people choose to spend the rest of their lives with a high school sweetheart, college classmate, or someone they met at work. Others decide to tie the knot with someone who they have known their whole lives — and maybe even met at a family reunion.

Can you marry your first cousin in North Carolina? What state law says

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Can You Park in Front of Someone’s Property in North Carolina?. Parking on crowded city streets and neighborhoods can be challenging, and many wonder if it's permissible to park in front of someone’s property. Here's a breakdown of North Carolina's parking rules:

Can I legally park in front of someone’s home? What North Carolina law says

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

Fond Du Lac, WI

In a recent move that’s bound to shake things up, Mercury Marine has announced a series of partial layoffs affecting about 1,700 employees at their Fond du Lac headquarters. The company, grappling with a decline in sales, is implementing these layoffs throughout the rest of the year.

An engine manufacturer is laying off 1,700 workers due to drop in sales

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Get ready to open your heart to a wiry bundle of love named Chunk. This 2-year-old Chihuahua and Yorkshire Terrier mix pup recently came into rescue for heartbreaking reasons. Though he started his life as a cared for and well-loved pup, Chunk's owner sadly passed away, leaving Chunk all by his lonesome.

Meet Chunk: A Little Chihuahua Who Lost her Owner Now Looking For Love

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

Fayetteville, WV

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The tragic disappearance of the Sodder children on Christmas Day 1945 remains one of America's most disturbing events. The incident happened at the Sodder family home in Fayetteville, West Virginia, and has been the focus of detectives and crime enthusiasts ever since.

The Mysterious Disappearance of the Sodder Children

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Henrico postal carriers complete successful Stamp Out Hunger effort

On May 11, Henrico postal carriers collected bags upon bags of non-perishable food items from its customers. The collection results proved successful. More than 450 pounds...

Henrico postal carriers complete successful Stamp Out Hunger effort

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