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Late-night bakery offering free cookies to 30,000 college freshmen

Insomnia Cookies is offering free cookies to 30,000 incoming college freshmen as a back-to-school promotion. The giveaway can be redeemed at participating U.S. Insomnia Cookies bakeries through Sept....

Published Aug 11, 2026, 1:52 PM EDT

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Stanley’s new back-to-school colorways are selling fast

Stanley has given its best-selling hydration lineup a back-to-school refresh with new colorways across its products. The update includes leakproof tumblers and lightweight bottles designed for students of...

Published Aug 11, 2026, 1:10 PM EDT

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Kroger continues plan to close 60 stores

Kroger is continuing its multi-year plan to close 60 stores while it expands in other areas. A transaction tied to the company's restructuring is expected to be completed...

Published Aug 11, 2026, 1:05 PM EDT

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Penn State to award one millionth degree at summer commencement

Penn State will reach a historic milestone Saturday when it awards its one millionth degree during summer commencement ceremonies at the University Park campus, the university announced in...

Published Aug 11, 2026, 1:01 PM EDT

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Reality TV alum pleads not guilty in boyfriend’s killing

Australian reality TV alum Tamika Chesser has pleaded not guilty to charges that she murdered her boyfriend, Julian Story, and destroyed his remains. Chesser, known for appearing on...

Published Aug 11, 2026, 12:45 PM EDT

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Nearly 90-year U.S. July heat record broken

NOAA says July 2026 was the hottest month on record across the contiguous United States, with an average temperature of 76.89°F. The figure narrowly exceeded the previous July...

Published Aug 11, 2026, 12:30 PM EDT

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License plate readers can also track phones and other devices

There’s a system that not only reads license plate numbers but can also pick up nearby phones and other electronic devices. Defense contractor Leonardo, which already counts government...

Published Aug 11, 2026, 12:26 PM EDT

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Carbon County residential property sales: July 27–Aug. 2

A listing of all residential property transfers in Carbon County reported during the week of July 27 shows 21 transactions. The median sale for the period was a...

Published Aug 11, 2026, 12:26 PM EDT