Florida — Publix is continuing its steady expansion this summer with the opening of three new grocery stores across Florida, giving shoppers additional locations as the employee-owned supermarket chain grows its presence throughout the Southeast. The July openings follow several recent store launches and further strengthen Publix’s footprint in its home state, where the company … Read more
Chicago, Illinois — A Chicago tenant says months of complaints about a worsening rodent infestation ended in a terrifying ordeal when he awoke in the middle of the night to find rats allegedly chewing on his face inside his apartment. The incident has intensified an ongoing dispute between residents and the property’s management company, with … Read more
Rothbury, Michigan — Michigan State Police have launched an investigation after the body of a newborn baby was discovered at the Electric Forest music festival, prompting authorities to seek information from anyone who may have witnessed unusual activity during the popular four-day event. The heartbreaking discovery was made Sunday morning in the camping area of … Read more
Irvine, California — Whether your favorite club lifts the trophy or suffers a heartbreaking defeat, Taco Bell wants fans to know there’s one thing they can always count on—a taco. The fast-food chain has introduced a new promotion called L.O.C.O.S., or Loss Or Celebration Outcome Support, offering customers a chance to earn free tacos and … Read more
Ellenton, Florida — A Florida family is counting its blessings after an elderly couple narrowly escaped a devastating house fire that destroyed nearly everything they owned, while two treasured family keepsakes somehow survived the flames. Mike and Lang Ebright, both 78, lost their longtime Ellenton home in the early morning hours of June 13 after … Read more
Austin, Texas — The family of a Texas father of four has filed a wrongful death lawsuit after a large pecan tree collapsed onto an outdoor dining area at a popular Austin barbecue restaurant, alleging the tragedy could have been prevented if the tree had been properly maintained. The lawsuit claims 64-year-old Kirk Foyle was … Read more
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — A relaxing evening at one of Mexico’s most popular beach destinations turned tragic after a 28-year-old man was killed in a crocodile attack while vacationers watched in horror and rushed to help. The fatal incident unfolded Friday evening at Marina Vallarta Beach, near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa, where … Read more
Washington, D.C. — Federal food safety officials are urging consumers in seven states to check their refrigerators after thousands of pounds of ready-to-eat pasta salad were recalled because of a labeling error that could pose a serious health risk to people with food allergies. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) … Read more
Tallahassee, Florida — Florida is introducing a new statewide emergency notification system aimed at helping law enforcement locate missing children with autism more quickly, as officials work to reduce the risks associated with wandering incidents. Beginning July 1, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) will officially launch the Florida Spectrum Alert, a new alert … Read more
Seattle, Washington — A transgender woman has filed a civil lawsuit against grocery chain QFC and one of its security guards, alleging she was assaulted and discriminated against during a confrontation at a Seattle store. The lawsuit stems from a 2022 incident at a QFC location on Rainier Avenue South, where the plaintiff, Madison Wineka, … Read more