www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-06-28 09:51:49

SUMMARY: Home restoration expert Dan Venditti from United Water Restoration Group shares important July 4th fire safety tips. His company handles fire, smoke, and water damage, aiming to restore homes safely and quickly. He advises grilling at least 10 feet from houses and 3 feet from railings to prevent fires. For fireworks, follow local laws and set them off 50 to 100 feet away from homes and dry landscaping to reduce fire risk. In case of fire, prioritize evacuating everyone and call emergency services immediately. Afterward, contact a restoration company to handle any remaining smoke or water damage safely.

We’re less than a week away for a weekend full of celebrations for July 4.

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ncnewsline.com – Jennifer Shutt, Shauneen Miranda, Ashley Murray – 2025-06-28 05:59:00

SUMMARY: U.S. Senate Republicans are poised for an initial procedural vote on their comprehensive tax and spending cuts bill as early as Saturday, June 28, 2025, though Majority Leader John Thune called the timeline “aspirational.” Lawmakers have been negotiating to ensure provisions comply with budget reconciliation rules, which bypass the Senate filibuster but require fiscal impact. Key issues remain, including a proposal to sell some public lands, Medicaid provider tax rates, and the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap. Debate may last 12+ hours with amendments. The GOP aims to pass the bill before the July 4 deadline amid differing views on the package’s final content.

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www.youtube.com – ABC11 – 2025-06-27 21:57:33

SUMMARY: Scammers are using AI to create “ghost students” by stealing real students’ identities to fraudulently apply for federal student aid through FAFSA. These fake students enroll in online classes just long enough to trigger financial aid disbursements, which go to the scammers. Cybercriminals also use AI-generated deepfakes and impersonate federal aid officers to extract personal details like Social Security numbers and login credentials. The U.S. Department of Education now requires ID verification via in-person or video calls to combat this fraud. Victims face long-term credit damage, making regular credit checks and protecting personal info crucial.

“Unfortunately, whoever’s identity they’ve used to gather that financial aid is then left with the consequences.”

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