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Two Trapped After Stairwell Collapses Inside Maryland Home During Renovation Two Trapped After Stairwell Collapses Inside Maryland Home During Renovation
Two Trapped After Stairwell Collapses Inside Maryland Home During Renovation A home renovation in Maryland took a dangerous turn when a stairwell under construction suddenly gave way, sending two people to the hospital. Montgomery County Fire and Rescue crews were dispatched around 4:29 p.m. Thursday, July 30, to the 1400 block of Bradley Avenue in Rockville after reports of a stairwell collapse inside a home. When firefighters arrived, they found a man and a woman trapped inside and in need of assistance getting out of the house, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue spokesman David Pazos. Both were safely removed by firefighters and transported to an are…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Renters May Qualify For Massive $360M Settlement: See If You're Eligible Renters May Qualify For Massive $360M Settlement: See If You're Eligible
Renters May Qualify For Massive $360M Settlement: See If You're Eligible People who rented certain apartments across the US may be eligible for money from a nearly $360 million settlement. A federal district court has preliminarily approved 37 settlements totaling $359.925 million in class action litigation involving RealPage's rental pricing software. The lawsuit claims RealPage and several property management companies violated federal and state antitrust laws by conspiring to inflate rents for multifamily housing. The suit also claims renters were overcharged and had fewer housing options available to them. The settlement covers people and business…

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by Chris Spiker
Lifestyle
Meet The Man Who Helped Keep Leesburg Moving For The Past 26 Years Meet The Man Who Helped Keep Leesburg Moving For The Past 26 Years
Meet The Man Who Helped Keep Leesburg Moving For The Past 26 Years If you've driven through Leesburg over the past quarter-century, chances are OJ Jackson had something to do with it. The longtime Virginia public works leader who spent 26 years helping keep the town's streets safe, clean and moving is calling it a career. Orland "OJ" Jackson officially retired Friday, July 31, after more than two decades with the Town of Leesburg's Public Works Department, where he served as Streets Superintendent. Jackson joined the town in February 2000 as Superintendent of Streets, Buildings and Grounds before transitioning to Streets Superintendent in 2006, a role he …

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Fake Cop Pulled Gun, Asked Driver For Ride Before Virginia Arrest: Police Fake Cop Pulled Gun, Asked Driver For Ride Before Virginia Arrest: Police
Fake Cop Pulled Gun, Asked Driver For Ride Before Virginia Arrest: Police A Virginia man allegedly pulled out all the stops while role-playing as a police officer, but ultimately found himself on the wrong side of the law. James John Rastatter II, 35, of Woodbridge, is facing charges after police say he posed as a police officer while brandishing a handgun during two separate encounters in Woodbridge, according to the Prince William County Police Department. Investigators say the first encounter happened around 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, near Dale Boulevard and Forestdale Avenue. A 25-year-old man was driving when Rastatter allegedly approached his vehicle, di…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Person Killed, Hundreds Burned As 1.5M Hand Warmers Recalled Person Killed, Hundreds Burned As 1.5M Hand Warmers Recalled
Person Killed, Hundreds Burned As 1.5M Hand Warmers Recalled More than 1 million rechargeable hand warmers are being recalled after hundreds of people suffered burns and one person died. OCOOPA Direct recalled about 1.5 million of its hand warmers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 30. The lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite, creating a risk of serious injury or death from fires and burns. The CPSC said it's aware of 1,480 reports of the hand warmers overheating. At least 15 fires and 350 burn injuries were reported, including the death of an 83-year-old in San Diego in February 2026. The recall covers OCOO…

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by Chris Spiker
Sports
Major Airline Adds DraftKings Sports Predictions To Flights Amid Gambling Concerns Major Airline Adds DraftKings Sports Predictions To Flights Amid Gambling Concerns
Major Airline Adds DraftKings Sports Predictions To Flights Amid Gambling Concerns Delta Air Lines is launching an in-flight game powered by DraftKings amid concerns about the growth of prediction markets and online gambling nationwide. The airline introduced SkyPicks on Wednesday, July 29. The free sports prediction contest is available to SkyMiles members ages 21 and older on US domestic flights through Delta Sync Wi-Fi. Players can make predictions tied to real sporting events for a chance to win Delta gift cards. No wagers, deposits, buy-ins, miles, or real money are involved, according to the airline. SkyPicks will begin with MLB contests before adding NFL matc…

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by Chris Spiker
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George Clooney, Wife, Twin Children Forced From European Home As Danger Moves In George Clooney, Wife, Twin Children Forced From European Home As Danger Moves In
George Clooney, Wife, Twin Children Forced From European Home As Danger Moves In A fast-moving threat forced one of Hollywood’s most recognizable families to leave the place they call home. George Clooney, 65, his wife, Amal, 48, and their 9-year-old twins evacuated their estate in southeastern France on Wednesday, July 29, according to multiple reports. The fire burned about 250 acres near the community of Brignoles, France. Approximately 700 residents were ordered to leave. The Clooneys disclosed their evacuation in a letter to Brignoles Mayor Didier Brémond, as reported by the Spanish daily El País. George Clooney said the family did not know whether its home would…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Nationwide Warning Grows: US Water Systems Hit In Suspected Iranian Cyberattacks Nationwide Warning Grows: US Water Systems Hit In Suspected Iranian Cyberattacks
Nationwide Warning Grows: US Water Systems Hit In Suspected Iranian Cyberattacks A coordinated digital strike has exposed a vulnerability inside infrastructure Americans depend on every day. Hackers targeted roughly 36 municipal water systems across Minnesota on Sunday, July 26, and Monday, July 27, according to multiple reports. The attacks affected technology used to monitor or control water infrastructure. Some communities lost automated functions or communications and temporarily switched to manual procedures. US and state investigators view Iran-affiliated hackers as the probable perpetrators, The New York Times reports. State and federal officials said there was…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Important Apple Software Update Arrives Across Devices: What To Know Important Apple Software Update Arrives Across Devices: What To Know
Important Apple Software Update Arrives Across Devices: What To Know Apple’s newest software update may look routine, but the changes beneath the surface reach some of the most sensitive parts of its devices. Apple has just released iOS 26.6, iPadOS 26.6, and macOS Tahoe 26.6 with broad security patches, bug fixes, and preparations for its next operating systems. The company’s iOS and iPadOS security notice documents nearly 90 vulnerabilities affecting components including the kernel, WebKit, Wi-Fi, Apple Neural Engine, App Store, Siri, and system permissions. Several flaws could allow an app to access sensitive information, escape its security sandbox, wri…

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by Joe Lombardi
Business
Baskin-Robbins Wants To Cure Your 'Sunday Scaries' With Charity Fundraiser: Here's How Baskin-Robbins Wants To Cure Your 'Sunday Scaries' With Charity Fundraiser: Here's How
Baskin-Robbins Wants To Cure Your 'Sunday Scaries' With Charity Fundraiser: Here's How If you usually get the "Sunday scaries" before the start of a new week, Baskin-Robbins wants to make the end of your weekend a little sweeter. The ice cream chain is launching a "Sundae Scaries" fundraiser throughout August. Every Sunday, $1 from each sundae sold at participating locations will be donated to the Joy in Childhood Foundation, which supports children and families in local communities. The effort is similar to the annual Iced Coffee Day held by fellow Inspire Brands chain Dunkin', which also raises money for the foundation. "Whether you're easing into a new week, treating…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Dunkin's Viral Beverage Buckets Returning With New Upgrade: When To Get One Dunkin's Viral Beverage Buckets Returning With New Upgrade: When To Get One
Dunkin's Viral Beverage Buckets Returning With New Upgrade: When To Get One Dunkin's viral drink buckets are returning for the summer, along with a new solution to a big problem. The 48-ounce Iced Beverage Buckets are returning to participating locations nationwide, Dunkin' announced in a blog post on Wednesday, July 29. The limited-time buckets will be available on Friday, Aug. 7, while supplies last. Customers can buy a bucket for $12.99, filled with their choice of Dunkin' iced coffee or a Refresher. "Whether you're heading to the beach, spending the day by the pool or running weekend errands, our Iced Beverage Buckets make it easy to keep t…

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by Chris Spiker
Lifestyle
This Quick, Easy Routine May Lower Stress In Minutes, Study Finds This Quick, Easy Routine May Lower Stress In Minutes, Study Finds
This Quick, Easy Routine May Lower Stress In Minutes, Study Finds A simple change of scenery may offer a surprisingly fast reset when the day starts feeling overwhelming. Ten quiet minutes in a restored forest while listening to recorded birdsong produced the lowest stress ratings and the most positive feelings in a study of 106 North Carolina State University students. The research was published in the journal Environmental Conservation and summarized by StudyFinds. Researchers tested four combinations of surroundings and sound. Participants visited a restored forest along a creek and a gray, built-up location outside the university’s student union. At…

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by Joe Lombardi