Chicago, IL

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Natalie Frank, Ph.D.

Small alligator unexpectedly surfaces on Lake Michigan's shores. An extraordinary sighting took place on the shores of Lake Michigan when an unexpected guest, a small alligator, made an appearance. The local Police Department was quick to identify the reptile, and the incident sparked interest and intrigue.

Alligator Spotted on Lake Michigan Beach Monday

New Jersey State

Concord, NH

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CONCORD – A New York man was sentenced Monday in federal court in Concord for transporting stolen goods from Home Depot and Lowe’s across state lines, U.S. Attorney Jane E. Young announces.

NY Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Stealing $200,000 in Goods from Lowe’s and Home Depot

Wisconsin State

Chattanooga, TN

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By November 1863, the Confederate Army had besieged Union forces inside Chattanooga, Tennessee, a vital rail junction. On November 23-24, renewed Federal troops captured Orchard Knob and Lookout Mountain outside the city.

On this day in history: Minnesota, Wisconsin Infantry Rout Rebels at Missionary Ridge

Virginia State

Richmond, VA

Margaret Minnicks

The Hallmark Christmas movie Sugar Plum Twistis set in Richmond, Virginia, but it was filmed many miles away in small towns in Connecticut. Sugar Plum Twist is a Nutcracker-inspired Hallmark Movies Now exclusive movie that premiered on December 2, 2021. It can still be seen on the streaming sites.

Hallmark movie 'Sugar Plum Twist' is set in Richmond, Virginia

Aurora, CO

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David Heitz

The Aurora City Council pulled the rug out from under the city’s homeless services providers last week, slashing their funding for next year by millions due to a shortfall in marijuana tax revenues.

Marijuana tax downturn leaves Aurora homeless agencies with gutted budgets

Illinois State

Standard, IL

Small earthquake reported Wednesday morning near Standard, IL. In the early hours of Wednesday, a magnitude 3.6 earthquake sent shockwaves through northern Illinois and adjacent regions, stirring residents and triggering a surge of emergency calls to 911, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and local law enforcement.

Earthquake Tremors Jolt Northern Illinois, Beyond

First-of-kind reunion expected to draw thousands of Obamaworld veterans. Thousands of Obamaworld veterans are coming together in Chicago to commemorate the 15th anniversary of Barack Obama's groundbreaking presidential victory, which took place on November 4, 2008, in a joyous celebration at Grant Park. This reunion, their first official gathering, marks a significant milestone in American political history.

Obama Team Reunites in Chicago to Celebrate 15th Anniversary of Historic Presidential Victory

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Kellogg's Snacking Unit, Which Includes Cheez-It and Pringles, Gets a New Name: Kellanova

Kellogg will split into two companies named Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co by the end of the year. Kellanova, which will include brands like Pringles and...

Kellogg's Snacking Unit, Which Includes Cheez-It and Pringles, Gets a New Name: Kellanova

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