Los Angeles police are investigating a heartbreaking crime after the body of a young boy, believed to be between 3 and 4 years old, was discovered early Saturday morning, July 12, near dumpsters in a Panorama City parking lot on the 8200 block of Van Nuys Boulevard.

In a heart-wrenching and disturbing case out of Maryland, three-year-old Nola Dinkins' life was tragically cut short, and her remains were discovered in a suitcase wrapped in Saran Wrap. Authorities are now pursuing murder charges against her mother, Darrian Randle, and her boyfriend, Cedrick Antoine Britten.

People wonder why AMBER Alerts are not issued for every missing child. It's because they are issued for the most serious child-abduction cases. Go here for more information. As of July 11, 2025, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), there are 25 missing children in Missouri, including a recent missing teenager since July 4, 2025.

Old Colony Habitat for Humanity's ReStore in Attleboro has permanently closed its doors after serving the community for ten years, the organization announced this week. The ReStore operated on a model that benefited both the environment and affordable housing, accepting new and gently used items that might otherwise end up in landfills and selling them at significant discounts. All proceeds directly funded Old Colony Habitat's home building projects, which provide affordable housing to families in need.

A former Texas Southern University (TSU) football player was fatally shot following a dispute in the parking garage of his Houston apartment complex on July 11. Tyler Martinez, 24, who played four seasons with TSU’s football team as a defensive tackle through the 2023 season, died from multiple gunshot wounds, according to Houston Police.

Well, folks, it’s official — starting July 1st, modifying the weather in Florida is banned. That’s right. No more amateur cloud whispering. No more budget Dr. Evils trying to tweak the thermostat or juice the humidity. The dream is dead. RIP Florida’s Supervillain Starter Kit.

As if Florida didn't already have a reputation for weirdness — let's now add… pink blobs of doom. Yes, folks, just when you thought the Sunshine State couldn’t get any weirder, we’ve been blessed with bubblegum-colored nightmares stuck to every lakeside rock and twig.

If you’re still waiting an hour for your baked potatoes to cook in the oven, it’s time for a new method. This air fryer baked potato recipe skips the long bake time by starting in the microwave, then finishes in the air fryer to crisp up the skin. It’s quick, easy, and the texture is so good you’d never guess it wasn’t oven-baked.

If you grew up in the South, you probably already know that pea salad is a staple at cookouts, reunions, and potlucks. But if you’ve never had it before, get ready—this creamy, crunchy, bacon-packed beauty is about to become your go-to side dish. It’s cool and refreshing, takes just 10 minutes to make, and somehow always disappears before the burgers hit the grill.

CALIFORNIA – The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that a former AME Zion church bishop pleaded guilty, July 15, to federal fraud and conspiracy charges for using deception and forged documents to seize control over church properties in California.

WRIC 8 News reported that 10 students from Washington County Public Schools were on a tour at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 when an accident occurred.

This article was originally published on DadisFIRE. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this. You can leave your kids a house, some money, and maybe a few good stories. But if you’re not careful, you might also leave behind legal problems, debt, or emotional stress they didn’t ask for.

CALIFORNIA – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced, July 16, that the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) terminated approximately $4 billion in unspent federal funding for California’s High Speed Rail project.

NEW JERSEY — A New York man has been charged with a series of drug offenses following the seizure of over 100 kilograms (220 pounds) of suspected cocaine during a vehicle search in New Jersey, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced. The arrest, conducted by the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) with support from the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ), is being called a major disruption to drug trafficking activity in the region.

The famous quote is “Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned,” but perhaps that needs to be updated to mention Carnival cruise passengers instead. It’s now been roughly two weeks since the cruise line unveiled drastic new changes to its loyalty program and judging by social media, cruise passengers are still up in arms over the changes. Many are threatening to move on to sailing other cruise lines.

Wright, WY — A quiet Wednesday morning turned fatal near the town of Wright when a truck crossed the centerline on Highway 450, slamming head-on into two motorcycles and killing both riders.

US Navy and Coast Guard crews, leading an international effort to choke off drug smuggling routes from Central America, have recently seized almost 8 billion dollars of cocaine, weighing in at more than 329 tons, in less than 9 months. That's more than 266 million doses of cocaine that will never reach US streets!

TRENTON, N.J. — Fourteen individuals have been charged in connection with a large-scale drug and weapons trafficking ring that authorities say operated in South Jersey and was led by a self-proclaimed gang member. The announcement was made today, July 17, 2025, by Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ), and the New Jersey State Police (NJSP).

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Sam and Gabby, a bonded pair of Shih Tzu mixes who have spent their entire lives together. According to the rescue, “Sam and Gabby had an owner that loved them, and it shows.” The reason for these two ending up in rescue care was not provided, but one thing is clear: They need a home where they can remain together. Now living with a loving foster family, these inseparable companions are ready to enter the next part of their lives together.

AI was utilized for research, writing, citation management, and editing. In late 2024, Chinese state media announced a “supergiant” gold discovery in Hunan Province’s Pingjiang County: potentially 1,000 metric tons of gold—valued around US $83 billion—lying up to 3,000 m beneath the surface (reuters.com).

Cheesy, creamy, and straight-up comforting, this crock pot cheesy hash brown casserole is the kind of dish that disappears fast at potlucks and family dinners. It’s got big Cracker Barrel vibes with none of the oven babysitting.

After years of litigation, a March ruling set the stage for criminal defendants in Maine to get released from jail or have their charges dismissed because the state had failed to provide them with attorneys.

Old Colony Habitat for Humanity has announced an exciting community initiative to transform a historic church building in Franklin, Massachusetts, into a home for a deserving family. The project, located at 762 Washington Street, is currently seeking volunteer builders and framers to help bring this vision to life.

Great Dog Rescue New England (GDRNE), a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, would like you to meet Matilda, a charming 4-month-old puppy who is ready and waiting to find her forever family. Matilda’s rescue story began when she was found by animal control down South in Tennessee. She was then transferred into the care of GDRNE, who, in turn, placed her with a loving foster family. Since entering foster care, Matilda has been thriving as she learns what it means to be a part of a family.

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

This article was originally published on ChaChingQueen.com, a site my wife and I own. AI was used for light editing, formatting, and readability. But a human (me!) wrote and edited this.

Everything you love about a cinnamon roll is baked into this Cinnamon Roll Quick Bread! Topped with cream cheese frosting, this is a winner!. Last week, my hubby whipped up a batch of his Ooey Gooey Cinnamon Rolls for a friend of mine. We ended up having leftover cream cheese frosting and if you’ve ever tried it, you know you can’t waste that stuff!

Severe thunderstorms will be front and center in the forecast today from Eastern Michigan through much of Ohio and Western Indiana. We are focusing our attention over the middle part of that zone in Western Ohio and Eastern Indiana where we expect to see the strongest storms. The Storm Prediction Center is indicating a "slight risk" or a 15 percent chance for severe thunderstorms to develop later today and into tonight. The greatest risk will be from strong winds gusting past 55 mph and capeable of producing destruction. Cities like Columbus, Toledo, & Cincinnati Ohio lie inside that slight risk zone.

Tropical Storm Chantal is now inland making landfall last night in the northeast corner of South Carolina. The low center will now slowly weaken but the tropical moisture is well defined on tropical loops as well as on radars. There is risk for flash flooding across much of Central and Eastern North Carolina today and risk spreads northward into Southern Virginia tonight and Monday July 7. Rainfall amounts can exceed several inches or more in some aeras. The area on the map below from the Weather Prediction Center shows 15 to 40 percent risk for locaized flash flooding in the area in yellow. The green area indicates a 5 to 15 percent chance. This forecast through 8am Monday July 7th.

CALIFORNIA – The California Supreme Court ruled, July 3, in the Ford Motor Warranty Cases that the company cannot force car buyers to arbitrate lemon law claims using dealership contract clauses.