Denver, CO|News|
'Blackout Challenge' Left CO Boy On Life Support: Things To Know
Joshua Haileyesus, 12, found the game — also known as "the choking game," "speed dreaming" and "good kid's high" on social media.
Andy Nguyen, Patch Staff
Andy Nguyen, Patch Staff
- Los Angeles, CA
Andy Nguyen is a Field Editor based out of California who covers several Orange County communities including Los Alamitos, Seal Beach, Newport Beach, Lake Forest, Laguna Niguel and Dana Point. He previously worked at Times Community News covering public safety in the cities of Burbank and Glendale. Nguyen also wrote for the Thousand Oaks Acorn and the Orange County Register. He is a graduate of UC Berkeley with a degree in Media Studies.
You can reach him at andy.nguyen@patch.com and find pictures of his cat on Twitter at https://twitter.com/andy_truc.
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Duluth, GA|News|
Duluth Woman Finally Home After Giving Birth While In A Coma
Daysi Marcillo called her survival a miracle after being hospitalized since early January with COVID-19 and 29 weeks pregnant.
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Across Texas, TX|News|
Inmate Escapes From Beaumont Prison By Walking Away: Officials
Federal officials are searching for Elisael Burgos-Vasquez after he reportedly walked away from a Texas prison camp on Sunday.
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Across Michigan, MI|News|
Man Arrested After Giving Fake Name With Warrants Out: Police
Michigan State Police said the man was in a vehicle with its lights off that was parked on the side of highway M-55.
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Across America, US|News|
Furniture Industry Takes Additional Hit With Suez Canal Jam
America's furniture industry was already feeling the crunch because of the coronavirus pandemic but a stuck cargo ship added to its woes.
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Across America, US|News|
'Sesame Street' Introduces 2 Black Muppets To Teach About Race
The new characters were introduced as part of Sesame Workshop’s ongoing commitment to racial justice.
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San Diego, CA|News|
San Diego County Officials May Waive Event Fees For Businesses
Quickly: your five-minute read for a smart Saturday includes the rescue of puppies and paying teachers bonuses to return to the classroom.
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Cleveland, OH|News|
Cleveland State University Releases Its 'CSU 2.0' Plan
Quickly: Your 5-minute read for a smart weekend includes the Greater Akron’s LGBTQ+ community, and the Cavs playing against the Lakers.
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San Diego, CA|News|
San Diego Eyes Raising Sewer Rate For Single-Family Homes
Quickly: Your five-minute read for a smart Friday includes San Diego schools reopening and the Padres choosing their opening day pitcher.
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Greensboro, NC|News|
'Jake From State Farm' Finally Gets His Forever Home
The dog had been adopted and returned to the Burlington, N.C., shelter four times in three months but has "seemed to rise above it all."
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
The Dairy Industry's Fight Toward 'Curd' Immunity In Wisconsin
Quickly: Your five-minute read for a smart Friday includes a free food festival for those in need and pothole problems.
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San Diego, CA|News|
SD Councilman Wants Spanish Influence Removed From City Seal
Quickly: your five-minute read for a smart Thursday includes a COVID-19 variant reaching San Diego County and a Senate confirmation hearing.
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Boulder, CO|News|
Boulder Shooting Victim Kevin Mahoney Had A Big Heart
The 61-year-old was looking forward to becoming a grandfather and was beloved in the neighborhood, according to his daughter, Erika Mahoney.
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Boulder, CO|News|
Boulder Shooting Victim: Suzanne Fountain, 59, Was 'Very Kind'
"Fearless and funny and giving," Fountain worked as a Medicare agent and was a fixture in the local theater scene.
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Boulder, CO|News|
How To Help Those Impacted By The Boulder Shooting
Donation campaigns are underway to support those impacted by Monday's shooting at King Soopers in Boulder.
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San Diego, CA|News|
San Diego Program To Monitor Polluters Inadequate: Audit
Quickly: Your five-minute read to a smart Wednesday includes restaurants sticking to outdoor dining and bummed Padres fans.
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Boulder, CO|News|
Slain Boulder Officer Loved His Family And Community: Chief
Boulder police Officer Eric Talley was one of 10 people killed Monday when a gunman opened fire inside a King Soopers grocery store.
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San Diego, CA|News|
San Diego Convention Center To Be Shelter For Kids Seeking Asylum
Quick: your five-minute read to a smart start for Tuesday includes food deliveries for hospital staff and Dutcher staying at San Diego.
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Baltimore, MD|News|
Maryland's Earliest Colonial Settlement Found In St. Mary's
The fort was built by English settlers fleeing from religious persecution in 1634 and was the size of a football field.
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Miami, FL|News|
Customer Leaves $10,000 Tip For Workers At Florida Restaurant
Employees at the Castaway Waterfront Restaurant and Sushi Bar in Marathon were surprised by the tip, which was left on a $193 bill.
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