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August 1, 2023

Recreational pot now legal in Minnesota, but retail kinks still being ironed out

Minnesota's legalization of recreational marijuana took effect on Tuesday, though certain regulatory aspects of retail sale still remain ambiguous.

August 1, 2023

Michigan ex-prosecutor pleads guilty in $600K embezzlement scheme

Democratic former Macomb County, Michigan Prosecutor Eric Smith pleaded guilty Tuesday to three charges related to a six-figure embezzlement scheme.

August 1, 2023

Ohio K9 officer repeatedly warned against speaking of attack on surrendering suspect

Former Circleville, Ohio Police Officer Ryan Speakman was instructed not to discuss the use of his K-9 against Jadarrius Rose, according to records received by The Associated Press.

August 1, 2023

Indiana Planned Parenthood clinics suspend abortions as new law takes effect

Indiana's six remaining abortion clinics have completely halted performance of the procedure as a new law largely banning it took effect Tuesday.

August 1, 2023

CCP-tied EV company backed by Dems buys up Michigan land miles from US military bases

A Chinese Communist Party-tied electric vehicle battery company is setting up shop in Michigan miles from a key military base despite objections from locals and lawmakers.

August 1, 2023

Missouri death row inmate who kidnapped, killed 6-year-old girl, eats last meal

A Missouri death row inmate ate a burger, fries and milkshake for his last meal before he is expected to be executed Tuesday.

August 1, 2023

Ohio youth center sponsors program to teach kids how to be drag queens: The ‘fundamentals of drag’

A youth center in Ohio announced it will host monthly drag tutorials to teach children how to become drag queens themselves.

August 1, 2023

Chicago alderman outraged over new law allowing migrants to become police officers: 'A political move'

Chicago Alderman Anthony Napolitano slammed a new Illinois law allowing non-citizens to become police officers, arguing the law wasn't enacted with the 'best intention.'

August 1, 2023

Norfolk Southern vows safety changes after minor train derailment in Virginia

A minor coal train derailment in Virginia has prompted Norfolk Southern, the Atlanta-based railroad company, to reassess its response to overheating bearing problems.

August 1, 2023

3 men killed in Iowa building collapse were crushed, asphyxiated; deaths ruled accidental

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services has ruled that the deaths of three men killed in the partial collapse of a Davenport apartment building were accidental.