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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Nine individuals have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a drug trafficking organization operating in Newark, distributing fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

16 Arrested in Major Drug Bust: Meth, Cocaine, Fentanyl & Heroin

Northern Kentucky Tribune

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) delivered the following remarks Monday on the Senate floor regarding Iran:. “Last night, Iran confirmed that its president and foreign minister died in a helicopter crash. The condolences from sympathetic regimes were swift.

Opinion – Sen. Mitch McConnell: Untimely death of president of Iran does not change regime’s threats

This week, we will see brands begin to launch their Pride campaigns. Having been in those rooms and conferences gearing up for the rollout of the initiatives, I can assure you that this year, because of Target, there have been more than a few internal questions raised by brands and retailers about how far to go.

Target's poor Pride Month decision proves companies can’t have it both ways

Jessica Gunning is not only the breakout star of this year’sBaby Reindeer, but she’s also officially an out and proud member of our rainbow family. Gunning opened up publicly about her sexuality for the first time on theReign with Josh Smith podcast. Gunning explained her gay awakening was more of a process, which began in the most relatable way: Killing Cate Blanchette. The two starred in a National Theatre production called When We Have Sufficiently Tortured Each Other, and the two shared a smooch on stage. “I should have known then. All these signs from pre-Reindeer staring me in the face.”

’s Jessica Gunning celebrates Pride by coming out as a 'big old gay'

For many Americans, one of the happiest days of their lives is proclaiming their love for their spouse in front of family and friends. But then there are those of us who had to wait until marriage equality was the law of the land to obtain a marriage license and the benefits that derive from being married in the eyes of the state and federal government.

A path toward dignity and equality with PRIDE Act

Hi, gays! Looking to celebrate Pride Month by regularly reminding everyone in your life that you love tasting the rainbow? There's no need to bother trying to hunt down whatever scraps are left from Target's goofy Pride collection to get your message across. No, you can reach far more people with way less effort with the help of these handy dandy Pride memes.

24 Pride Month memes that have us rolling over laughing

Florida State

Wilton Manors, FL

“I had thousands of dollars of Pride work lined up for [last] June,” says Miss Bouvèé, who moved from Michigan to Florida in October 2020 to make a living as a drag performer and cabaret singer. “I mean, we’re talking pay-your-rent-for-the-rest-of-summer kind of work. And, on May 17, 2023, it was gone. It was like COVID times all over again.”

Miss Bouvèé has something to say about Florida's drag bans

New York State

This story is brought to you by our partners at Tobacco Free New York State. For the LGBTQIA+ community, attending Pride is one of the most important celebrations of the year. Our community comes together to express themselves unapologetically, backed by the love and support of the people who show up. But that's not all who shows up. Corporations that support the LGBTQIA+ community during Pride are trying to sell themselves and their products to adopt new consumers. Every year, one industry targets the LGBTQIA+ community with one goal in mind, to recruit new smokers.

The Menthol Diaries: Taking back Pride from tobacco

North Carolina State

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, the Republican politician who recently won theGOP primary for governor, has a history of making bigoted remarks aboutLGBTQ+ people, including a series of unreportedFacebook posts reviewed by The Advocate. These posts reveal Robinson’s years-long pattern of using homophobic slurs and promoting fearmongering claims against...

N.C. Republican gubernatorial hopeful Mark Robinson used clumsy euphemism in place of antigay slur (exclusive)

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

The first time my family walked into a Ponderosa Steakhouse was in the late 1960s. It was new and the experience was great. Like other new restaurants, if the management doesn't stay on top, the quality of service can decline. The location we went to did change through the years, but in the beginning, it was great.

The 1960s: the Ponderosa and Bonanza Steakhouses are still around in some states

Irvine, CA

Golden Gate Media

In a surprising turn of events, a Tesla vehicle's camera has captured crystal-clear images of a car burglary suspect at Diamond Jamboree in Irvine. The incident, which occurred on May 16, has left authorities marveling at the effectiveness of modern technology in combating crime.

Tesla camera captures 'crystal clear' image of suspected auto burglar at California parking lot

Lexington, KY

The Lexington Times

Federal authorities recently employed an unconventional yet effective method to link an alleged Lexington drug trafficker to a fentanyl stash house. A plea agreement, filed Wednesday in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky, details the elaborate investigation that culminated in the arrest and subsequent guilty plea of a key individual. A key piece of evidence in the case? The defendant's DoorDash order history.

Plea agreement: Feds used DoorDash app to link Lexington drug trafficker to stash house

New Jersey State

Trenton, NJ

MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. - Joshua Cobb, a 23-year-old resident of Trenton, New Jersey, was arrested Friday night for transmitting threats via the internet to kill white people, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. Cobb has been charged with one count of transmitting a threat in interstate and foreign commerce and is set to appear this afternoon before U.S. Magistrate Judge Rukhsanah Singh in Trenton federal court.

NJ Man Arrested for Threatening to Kill White People, Planned Attacks

Georgia State

The Current GA

Georgia voters kicked out incumbents, picked replacements for departing legislators and set the stage for June runoffs as well as the big show in November. Ballot casters up and down the Peach State made choices Tuesday that are already set to reshape the state Legislature, which could have an even greater effect on the average Georgian than who sits in the White House this time next year.

Voters deliver upsets in Georgia House races with other contests headed to a June runoff

Jacksonville, FL

Duval County, FL

Jacksonville Today

Twenty-seven men have been arrested on charges of soliciting children on the internet to engage in sexual acts as part of Operation Valiant Knights, says Sheriff T.K. Waters. Among the suspects jailed in the five-day undercover sting is a former pro baseball player and a Duval County school district employee.

School employee among 27 accused of soliciting children

Middlesex County, NJ

Woodbridge Township, NJ

Middlesex County Woman conspired to fraudulently obtain over $400,000 in pandemic relief funds. Yanira Abreu, 42, of Keasbey, New Jersey, was sentenced to 24 months in prison for her role in a scheme to illegally obtain more than $400,000 in COVID-19 unemployment benefits, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today. Abreu had previously pled guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud before U.S. District Judge Robert Kirsch, who imposed the sentence on May 9, 2024, in Trenton federal court.

Woman Gets Two Years for Stealing COVID-19 Unemployment Benefits

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

Several young people spoke Monday during the public comment period of the Denver City Council. One young woman, Olivia Ewudziacquah, lamented that not enough is being done to help the migrants.

Migrants selling cotton candy with babies on their backs, homelessness, speeding among teen concerns

Massachusetts State

Kingston, MA

Dianna Carney

BinStar, which describes itself as "New England’s new destination for a fun & sustainable shopping experience", has revealed they're opening a fourth location in Massachusetts. The store, which specializes in selling merchandise from both large and small brands and retailers at deeply discounted prices, has quickly become a favorite among bargain hunters in the region. At BinStar, the price of items decreases throughout the work week, starting at ten dollars on Monday and dropping to just one dollar for deals after 4 pm on Friday. Then items spike to nineteen dollars on Saturday and fifteen dollars on Sunday, offering a truly dynamic shopping experience that keeps customers coming back for more.

Popular New Bargain Store Announces Opening Of 4th Location In Massachusetts

NEWARK, N.J. – Edgar Ruiz-Gomez, a Colombian citizen, admitted to conspiring to import hundreds of kilograms of cocaine into the United States from Colombia, Venezuela, and the Dominican Republic, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

Colombian National Admits Role in Major Cocaine Importation Scheme

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

Another month, another clowder of cute cats. All of these guys and gals are available from local, Kansas City shelters. Just use the provided links to get in touch with their respective shelters.

Five adoptable cats for June that will make you swoon

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Karine Jean-Pierre hangs with ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ queens at iconic gay bar

The vibrant queens of the ninth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars brought their charisma, uniqueness, nerve, and talent to the nation’s capital on Monday....

Karine Jean-Pierre hangs with ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ queens at iconic gay bar

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