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'Star Wars' star Mark Hamill gives Joe Biden a nickname from a galaxy far, far away
Mark Hamill is bringing the force to the White House and discussed meeting the president at a press briefing.
2 min read - USDaily Record
NJ Transit train strikes woman in Morristown, causing 'severe' injury
The victim was hospitalized after being hit at the Morristown train station Saturday, NJ Transit said.
1 min read - PoliticsReuters
Trump, RNC raise over $76 million in April, half from small donors
Former U.S. President Donald Trump's election campaign and the Republican National Committee said on Saturday that they raised more than $76 million in April, over half of it from small donors. The monthly fundraising haul exceeded the $65.6 million raised in March by Trump, the Republican presidential candidate, and the RNC.
1 min read - USThe Day, New London, Conn.
Does Connecticut prosecute gun offenders? Prosecutors say statistics don't tell the whole story
May 4—When Franc Gjergjaj of East Lyme was arrested in connection with the Feb. 17, 2021, shooting death of 17-year-old Ronde Ford in New London, he faced four criminal charges: carrying a pistol without a permit, having a weapon in a motor vehicle, tampering with physical evidence and interfering with an officer. Police allege Gjergjaj, then 22, shot and killed Ford in the middle of Grand ...
10 min read - BusinessThe Day, New London, Conn.
Worried about your electric bill?
May 4—With Connecticut electricity rates expected to surge as much as 19% on July 1, The Day is asking readers to tell us how they are handling the high cost of power in the state. Are you on a fixed income? What does this do to your budget? What do you have to give up to afford your bill, or what is your strategy for keeping your power use to a minimum or saving on electricity in some other ...
1 min read - USThe Day, New London, Conn.
Appeals in CMEEC Kentucky Derby case to be heard in New York
May 4—The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit in New York will hold a hearing May 13 on the appeals by three former utility cooperative executives seeking to overturn their theft convictions, sentencings and court-ordered restitution for their leadership roles in lavish trips to the Kentucky Derby and a West Virginia golf resort. Former Connecticut Municipal Electric Energy ...
5 min read - USAustin American-Statesman
Fossler leading incumbent Crouch in Bastrop City Council race
Incumbent Jimmy Crouch is trailing challenger Kerry Fossler for the Place 4 seat on the Bastrop City Council following early voting results Saturday.
3 min read - USAustin American-Statesman
Fleming leading Simms in race for Round Rock City Council seat in May election
Melissa Fleming has a big lead over Alan Simms in the race between political newcomers for the Place 3 seat on the Round Rock City Council.
3 min read - USKIRO
Wildfire concerns prompt Washington National Guard to step up
Ahead of a concerning fire season, the Washington National Guard is leaning on their partnership with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources to train guard members in supporting wildfire fighting efforts.
1 min read - USWPXI
Woman accused of starting house fire in Knoxville that injured 2 firefighters
A woman is facing charges after police say she caused a house fire that caused two firefighters to suffer injuries.
2 min read - USWOOD
To The Point: Reps Morse, VanWoerkom on legislative session
“To The Point" episode for the weekend of May 4.
1 min read - USThe Daily Republic, Mitchell, S.D.
Back in Time, May 4
May 4—When towns were young and just finding their way, streets did not necessarily have to follow squares and the compass reading. This photo, taken at some time after 1882 from the courthouse looking southeast, testifies to the fact. An angle here or there led to the fastest way between two points. Three churches sat in this area: The Congregational Church, the Baptist Church and Holy Family ...
1 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Teen arrested as suspect in double murder of older Yuma-area residents
An 82-year-old man and a 79-year-old woman were found dead in their Yuma-area home after a possible burglary, according to authorities.
1 min read - LifestyleWAVY
Virginia Beach Crime Solvers hosting Pickin’ & Family Day fundraiser
Virginia Beach Crime Solvers is hosting its annual Pig Pickin' & Family Day on June 1.
1 min read - USWOOD
3 homes and 1 vehicle damaged from shots fired in Kentwood
Three homes and one vehicle were damaged after shots were fired in a Kenwood neighborhood on Saturday, according to the Kentwood Police Department.
1 min read - USWSOC
NC fallen firefighters honored in Maryland ceremony
North Carolina firefighters who died in the line of duty are being memorialized this weekend in a national event.
2 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
New Mexico to receive $28.6 million to improve water quality by replacing lead pipes
May 4—New Mexico will receive $28.6 million in federal infrastructure money to make drinking water safer by replacing lead service lines that supply water to communities. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is delivering the funds through the federal infrastructure law to a New Mexico program to improve this part of the state's water systems. The money will go into a state revolving loan ...
2 min read - USWFXT
Bicyclist suffers serious injuries after car accident in Hudson, NH
A bicyclist suffered serious injuries after a car crash in Hudson, New Hampshire Saturday.
1 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
Judge puts temporary halt on 180-day rule pending hearing
May 4—A New Mexico judge has issued a temporary restraining order letting school districts continue to use four-day calendars for the time being. The order, issued by 5th Judicial District Judge Dustin Hunter on Friday, bars the state from enforcing the 180-day rule for now and from requiring school districts to submit budgets and calendars complying with the rule. A status hearing in the ...
1 min read - SportsWJHL Tri-Cities
East Tennessee State University class of 1974 alumni reminisce their time at the university
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – East Tennessee State University’s (ETSU) graduating class of 2024 took to the stage Saturday alongside alumni from the class of 1974. “It’s good to be back and see the excitement on the faces of all the new graduates,” said Ron Edmond, ETSU class of 1974. Returning alumni were inducted into […]
1 min read - USKLST San Angelo
2024 Chief of Police election updates
Concho Valley Homepage staff will bring you live updates — including up-to-the-minute results and local watch party reactions — as election results come in. Watch this page for updates.
1 min read - USWFRV Green Bay
Evening thunderstorms today gives way to sunshine tomorrow
The Latest Northeast Wisconsin Forecast from Storm Team 5… A cold front is moving through the area and has been sparking showers and non severe thunderstorms across our area. These showers and storms are moving fairly quickly, so thankfully any activity is fairly brief. These thunderstorms are non severe, so only expect a rumble of […]
1 min read - USWJZY
Norfolk-based USS Wasp’s landing craft involved in incident that left 30 hurt
A landing craft from the Norfolk-based USS Wasp was involved in an incident that left 30 sailors and Marines hurt on Wednesday night.
1 min read - USKXRM Colorado Springs
Windy conditions on the way
(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — Springtime in Colorado usually means the arrival of some unsettled weather, and early next week will be no different. A nearby storm system will encourage a couple of very windy days to kick off the work week. The center of that storm system, as of Saturday, is still over one thousand miles […]
1 min read - USWJZY
Earthquake myths: California experts discuss whether some are fact or fiction
Here's what some experts had to say about myths surrounding the powerful geological event.
2 min read - USKNWA Fayetteville
Prosecutor: Man sentenced in Crawford County to 80 years for rape, sexual assault
A man has been convicted and sentenced in Crawford County to 80 years in prison on rape and sexual assault charges, according to prosecutors.
2 min read - USPortsmouth Herald
Kennebunk May Day Parade accident: Three injured as car collides with float
The Fire Department reports two of the three had significant injuries. Several children, they said, had bumps and bruises.
1 min read - USWBRE
Memorial run held in Luzerne County to combat DUI
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Some Pennsylvania State Troopers trading in their traditional footwear for running shoes all for a cause. About a dozen runners took off from the state police barracks near Wilkes-Barre for the second annual Trooper Kenton Iwaniec 5k Memorial Run. Trooper Iwaniec was killed in 2008 on the way home […]
1 min read - USNBC News
Flood watch extended for Houston as more heavy rain is expected throughout weekend
A flood watch has been extended into Sunday for Houston following catastrophic flooding that turned backyards and streets into rivers and prompted water rescues in nearby communities.
3 min read - USKTVX
Motorcyclist hospitalized after hit-and-run crash in Logan, police searching for driver
A motorcyclist was hospitalized after a hit-and-run crash in Logan Saturday afternoon, according to Logan Police. Authorities are actively searching for the driver who fled the scene.
1 min read - USWJAX
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reports fatality due to residential fire in Lincoln Villas area
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has reported a residential fire with a fatality in the Lincoln Villas area near the 8000 block of Shrike Ave.
1 min read - USKRQE Albuquerque
Food and music highlight Turkish culture at Albuquerque festival
There are plenty of things to do this weekend - and the Turkish Festival was one of them!
1 min read - LifestyleKDVR Denver
Denver barbershop gives formerly incarcerated individuals a second chance
A recently opened Denver barbershop is giving formerly incarcerated individuals a second chance by not only employing them after their release but also offering training and apprenticeship.
3 min read - USKTXL
Northern California law enforcement issues scam alert for Spartan Sports
(FOX40.COM) — Several businesses have been contacted by an organization called Spartan Sports that is pretending to raise money for local youth, according to the Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office.•Video Above: Scams circulating in California On Friday, MCSO issued a “scam alert” about the group. Spartan Sports allegedly told prospective donors that it is raising funds […]
1 min read - USWSOC
CMPD: Victim identified, suspect arrested in north Charlotte homicide
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released the identities of the victim and suspect in a north Charlotte homicide.
1 min read - USKRQE Albuquerque
2024 Mayor’s Ball focuses on film with ‘Lights and Delights’ theme
Non-profits benefited from the event.
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Veteran gifted service dog named in honor of fallen Olathe Marine
This Armed Forces Day, one of Kansas City-area charity is thanking everyone who served and remembering a life we recently lost.
2 min read - USWJZY
Opossum walks across ice cooler in SC restaurant
A baby possum was caught walking across an ice cooler in the bar section of an Upstate restaurant.
1 min read - USWSOC
Couple identified, arrested for stealing from monastery, police say
The two people wanted for stealing from monks at Belmont Abbey have been arrested, Belmont Abbey police tells Channel 9.
1 min read - USKXRM Colorado Springs
Pueblo community honors veterans at local cemetary
(PUEBLO, COLORADO) — On Saturday morning, May 4, 2024, more than a hundred volunteers gathered at a cemetery to identify buried veterans so they can be properly honored on Memorial Day. “When we join the military, we take an oath of service. And part of that commitment to that oath is an often used term, […]
2 min read - USWDVM
Judge: Teen held without bond for shooting near Dunbar High School that left student injured
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — Eighteen-year-old Zaharia Graves – one of the two teens who the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) believe was involved in a shooting near a Northwest D.C. high school – appeared in court for the first time on Saturday. The shooting happened on Friday at about 9:55 a.m. at Dunbar High School. […]
2 min read - USWREG articles
Double shooting in North Memphis injures 2 people
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man and woman are in critical condition after a double shooting in North Memphis, police say. At 4:48 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 2300 block of Staten Avenue. A male and female victim were taken to Regional One Hospital in critical condition. Police say that two people are […]
- USNew Hampshire Union Leader, Manchester
Police allege Manchester woman drove 112 mph with unbuckled children in vehicle
May 4—RAYMOND — A Manchester woman faces multiple charges after police say she drove an SUV more than 100 mph with unbuckled children inside. Shortly after 9 p.m. Friday, a state trooper with the Troop A barracks observed a Chevrolet Tahoe SUV on Route 101 westbound in Raymond, according to a Saturday news release from New Hampshire State Police. The trooper reportedly witnessed the vehicle ...
1 min read - PoliticsIowa Capital Dispatch
Iowa Republican officials rally behind Trump at state GOP convention
Gov. Kim Reynolds, Attorney General Brenna Bird and others at the state Republican convention on Saturday emphasized the need to defeat President Joe Biden in November and put former President Donald Trump back in the White House. Republicans from across the state gathered at the Horizon Event Center in Clive for the state convention, where […] The post Iowa Republican officials rally behind Trump at state GOP convention appeared first on Iowa Capital Dispatch.
4 min read - USKTXL
Suspect identified in Placer County shooting that left deputy in critical condition
(FOX40.COM) — The Placer County Sheriff’s Office said it has identified the suspect accused of a shooting that left one of its deputies with major injuries on Thursday night. The sheriff’s office said the man was 37-year-old Stephen Todd Sharp, who had been living out of his van in the Colfax area but is originally […]
1 min read - USWSOC
Missing teen left school, didn’t return home, sheriff says
Authorities are looking for a 17-year-old girl who left West Stanly High School Friday afternoon and didn’t return home.
1 min read - USWFXT
Milford man arrested, accused of running down pedestrian after argument
The victim told police he had gotten into a verbal argument with the suspect around 2:30 a.m. after telling him he was parked in the middle of the road. Police say the victim heard the acceleration of the engine before being hit and knocked over the top of the vehicle.
1 min read - USApp.com | Asbury Park Press
NJ first responders partially close Route 35 in Wall during fire at local art gallery
A passing motorist reported seeing smoke coming out of the O.P.I. gallery about 2:48 p.m. on Friday, said police in Wall.
1 min read - USWSOC
Missing Cabarrus Co. teen found safe in Alabama, deputies say
A missing Cabarrus County teen has been found safe in Alabama.
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