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"It is very hard to convince Cooper that he will be happy again," the 8-year-old mass shooting survivor's family said. (via Highland Park Patch)

'Hopeless, Sad And Angry' Cooper Roberts Faces Challenges, Family Says The 8-year-old Highland Park mass shooting survivor's family said he is in constant pain, but "every kindness makes him smile."

The story of Gabby Petito's tragic murder is the plot of a new Lifetime movie. (via Patchogue Patch)

Gabby Petito Lifetime Movie Trailer Released It sheds light on the plotline and delves into rising tension and warnings signs in her relationship with fiancé​ Brian Laundrie.

The 12-year-old player was injured when he fell out of bed in his sleep. (via Pennsylvania Patch)

Little League World Series Player Fractures Skull In Bunk Bed Fall Twelve-year-old Easton Oliverson of Utah is in critical condition after falling from a bunk bed at a player's dorm in Pennsylvania.

There’s no place like home — especially when it’s clean and organized! Here's why hiring a pro to organize your house is a great idea. (Sponsored)

6 Amazing Benefits Of Hiring A Professional Home Organizer Thumbtack, a home services app used by millions, has plenty of top-rated organizers to help get your home in Marie Kondo-level shape.

It's the largest price ever paid for catching a fish — a whopping $4,536,000. (via Bethesda-Chevy Chase Patch)

World Record $4.5M Prize Fish Caught By Maryland Man In White Marlin Open Jeremy Duffie of Bethesda reeled in a 77.5-pound white marlin — a new world record payout for a fish, White Marlin Open organizers said.

Destructive spotted lanternflies suck the sugars out of host plants, especially grape vines and other economically important trees.

Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Moves Farther West: How To Make A DIY Trap

A crazed man with a stick attacked a woman and her dog in a Brooklyn park, costing the dog his life and leaving his distraught owner "shattered." (via Park Slope Patch)

Moose The Dog Dies After Park Attack, Owner Left 'Shattered' "He was just the goofiest, sweetest big fluffer," Jessica Chrustic said of Moose, her voice cracking. "He was the best."

A grimy oven, smelly fridge and chaotic closets are all telltale signs that your house is probably in need of some deep cleaning TLC. Here’s how you can address the mess. 🏡 (Sponsored)

11 Telltale Signs Your House Is Way Dirtier Than You Realize If your fans are fuzzy or the fridge has an odor, it's time to bring in some cleaning professionals.

The 12-year-old boy eventually admitted to police that he accidentally shot her, according to authorities. (via Birmingham, AL Patch)

12-Year-Old Accidentally Shot Mom, Made Up Story About How She Died, Police Say The boy eventually admitted to fabricating events that detectives determined to be impossible, according to police.

Your neighbor may have forgotten about borrowing a w**d trimmer — or may have broken it. In any case, it can be awkward to ask for it back.

Neighbor Borrows But Doesn’t Return Stuff: What To Do? [Block Talk]

Is now still a good time to buy a house? What do rising interest rates mean for you? Find out here. (Sponsored)

Everything You Need To Know About The Changing Housing Market Patch has launched an all-new mortgage center to help you better understand what home financing options are available to you.

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10 Things You Need To Know Before Starting Any Home Renovation Project Thumbtack Home Expert David Steckel shares tips to improve your home's livability and equity.

Here's what to know about Tuesday's potentially precedent-setting vote. (via Kansas Patch)

A Win For Abortion Rights As Kansas Overwhelmingly Rejects Amendment To Allow Restrictions "This vote makes clear what we know: The majority of Americans agree that women should have access to abortion," President Joe Biden said.

Make sure you didn't buy any of these children's products sold at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods. (via Framingham Patch)

TJX To Pay $13 Million Civil Penalty For Selling Recalled Items The terms of the penalty also specify that TJX Companies admitted no guilt for the action and did not "knowingly violate the CPSA."

Now is the best time to pay down your credit card debt and reduce your overall interest accumulation. (Sponsored)

Do You Have Credit Card Debt? Here's Why You Want To Pay It Off ASAP Paying down credit card debt can help you avoid accruing further debt from rising federal interest rates.

Some good news from the family of Cooper Roberts. (via Highland Park Patch)

8-Year-Old Highland Park Shooting Survivor Out Of Critical Condition Now able to eat solid food for the first time since July 4, Cooper Roberts has been transferred from intensive care to a rehab center.

Experts say it's a 1-in-10 million chance! 👯👯 (via Plymouth, MA Patch)

Mom Gives Birth To Two Sets Of Identical Twins Ashley Ness, 35, of Taunton, gave birth to 4 babies - two boys, and two girls at Massachusetts General Hospital, a 1-in-10 million rarity.

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The Federal Reserve interest rate has increased by another 0.75 percent. Here’s what it might mean for mortgage rates. (Sponsored).

Fed Raises Rates By 0.75 Percent: What This Means For You With interest rates continuing to rise, potential and current homeowners' mortgages may be impacted by tighter monetary policies.

Two groomers face felony charges of aggravated cruelty to animals for their alleged roles in the dog's death. (via Pittsburgh Patch)

Owner Sues After Toy Poodle Dies On Pittsburgh PetSmart Grooming Table Two groomers face felony aggravated cruelty to animals charges for their alleged roles in the death of Kobe during a nail trim session.

The 39-year-old father of three was the sole provider for his family and had been in need of a lifesaving lung transplant. He died on Friday.

Here's how you can help support the family. (via Hillsborough, NJ Patch)

NJ Dad Of 3 Dies After COVID Deteriorated His Lungs

Do you think clear backpacks will keep our children safer? (via Patch National Desk)

The Debate Over Clear Backpacks: Do They Really Stop School Shootings? In the shadow of the Uvalde tragedy, more schools require transparent book bags — policies kids see through and experts call inadequate.

“Love the laughter, giggles and shrieks of joy,” one reader wrote. “Kids are the heart of a neighborhood” another said.

Get Off My Lawn? Not So Much. Let Kids Be Kids. [Block Talk] "Love the laughter, giggles and shrieks of joy," one reader wrote. "Kids are the heart of a neighborhood" another said.

In the shadow of the Uvalde tragedy, more schools require transparent book bags — policies kids see through and experts call inadequate.

The Debate Over Clear Backpacks: Do They Really Stop School Shootings?

Taste the... titanium dioxide? 🌈 (via San Leandro Patch)

Skittles 'Unfit For Human Consumption' Due To Toxin: CA Lawsuit A Bay Area man is suing Mars Inc., saying Skittles still contains a toxin that the company promised in 2016 to remove from the candies.