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- OpinionThe Santa Fe New Mexican
Enjoy the shade: PNM drops tree-cutting plan
May 5—Chalk up a win for fans of Fort Marcy park and its tree-lined arroyo. Public Service Company of New Mexico, the electric company with a designated easement in the park, has dropped its plan to cut down a swath of Siberian elms. The utility decided on a milder approach in which it will remove trees directly under power lines. Eric Chavez, a spokesman for the company, told me he did not ...
4 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
ATC teacher awarded Golden Apple known for speaking students' language
May 5—Kit Standridge has a special skill. Inside her Spanish classroom at the Academy for Technology and the Classics, everyone is accepted and appreciated, said Jason Morgan, the school's principal. "She's at the top of teachers who are just welcoming and caring and considerate of every student who walks through the door — making sure every one of them feels supported, feels included, feels ...
3 min read - USCincinnati.com | The Enquirer
'Light and hope:' Madeira murals dedicated to late principal Chris Flanagan
"He was the all-in principal," Superintendent Kenji Matsudo. "He was the one throwing water balloons off the roof."
3 min read - USCourier Post
South Jersey trooper dies during training; what is TEAMS unit?
The specialized unit of three squads responds to major incidents across the state.
1 min read - USAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
FBI joins hunt for missing baby in Clovis
May 5—The special agent in charge of the FBI in Albuquerque has joined the hunt for 10-month-old Eleia Maria Torres, who is missing from Clovis. Her mother and another woman were found dead this weekend in a park north of the city. "I promise that the FBI will be with Clovis until we find Eleia and we find the individual or individuals responsible for these horrific acts," said Raul Bujanda. ...
4 min read - USAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
The city's paratransit ridership plummeted during the pandemic. Facing a driver shortage, service sees 'hiccups' as use increases.
May 5—On a recent Friday morning, Donald Burns stepped outside his apartment to catch a ride to a doctor's appointment on the West Side. The Uber driver, Darla Bronson, was friendly — probably because Bronson has known Burns for over a year since she hit it off with Burns' wife, Nancy, during one drive. Now, Bronson swings by whenever the couple needs a lift. Burns said she's become part of ...
8 min read - USAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
'We need our voices heard': Over 100 people attend day honoring missing and murdered NM Indigenous people
May 5—At about 3:45 a.m. Aug. 1, 2021, Geraldine Toya was sleeping at her Jemez Pueblo home when she got the phone call any parent dreads. Toya said an Albuquerque police officer told her that her daughter, Shawna Toya, 40, was dead. Geraldine said Shawna was found unresponsive in a vehicle at an Albuquerque park the night before. APD tried to resuscitate her, but were unsuccessful. The news ...
4 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Another man dead after multiple shooting incidents in Atlanta over the weekend
The Atlanta Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred early Sunday afternoon.
2 min read - PoliticsDeseret News
Mitt Romney praises Kyrsten Sinema, explains why he thinks she became ‘toxic’ to Democrats
The two senators spoke at the McCain Institute forum.
5 min read - USWFXT
‘A horrible feeling:’ Domestic violence survivor says connected car was used to track her
Christine Dowdall said she soon noticed a strange message pop up in her car. It turned out to be a location tracker through her car. She then realized her estranged husband was using her Mercedes Benz to trace her.
4 min read - USWVNS Bluefield
Spanish-speaking church trying to put down roots in Beckley
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — A local Beckley church has opened its doors to encourage the birth of a new congregation. Northgate Baptist church welcomes Hay Esperanza in hopes of encouraging the creation of a new Spanish-speaking church in the community. Northgate Baptist Church is right off Pinewood Drive in Beckley and opened its doors last […]
2 min read - USWFXT
Police search for suspect after man shot at party in Boston’s North End
A person was shot in Boston’s North End early Sunday morning.
1 min read - USWHIO
‘It’s beautiful;’ A World A’Fair leaves cultural, economic impact on region
After three full days of fun, food, and learning, A World A’Fair wrapped up its 2024 festival in Greene County.
2 min read - USGoshen News, Ind.
Shipshewana Mayfest returns, kicks off tourist season
May 5—SHIPSHEWANA — By bike, buggy, car and truck, they came to Shipshewana Mayfest Saturday. The annual event, scheduled for Friday Saturday, got underway Saturday at 10 a.m. with a parade which began and ended in the area of Shipshewana Auction, heading north along Morton Street to downtown before veering left onto Middlebury Street through downtown, then south on Van Buren. "It's very ...
2 min read - USWFLA
‘Could’ve possibly been prevented’: Tampa police honor motorcyclists killed, push for change
More than 600 people were killed in motorcycle crashes last year just in Florida, according to the Tampa Police Department.
1 min read - USCourier Post
New Jersey State Police trooper dies during training
Details still to be released on services for South Jersey-based trooper
1 min read - USWSOC
CMPD investigating deadly shooting in east Charlotte
Police are investigating a homicide in east Charlotte Sunday afternoon along Albemarle Road.
1 min read - USCincinnati.com | The Enquirer
Just Askin': Cincinnati has hundreds of public stairways. Which one is the longest?
Hundreds of steps up Cincinnati's longest public stairway makes for an exhausting climb.
4 min read - LifestyleCincinnati.com | The Enquirer
A Q&A with Kenton County's top public defender on what it takes to represent the accused
Kenton County Circuit Court averages around 1,500 criminal cases filed each year, which can take months or even years to resolve.
6 min read - USWKRN articles
Tennessee Task Force 2 deploys to Texas following flooding
Members of multiple Middle Tennessee emergency response agencies are heading to Texas as part of a task force to provide assistance in the aftermath of devastating flooding.
1 min read - USThe Columbus Dispatch
Ohio's teacher pension fund faces major challenges as control of the board in flux
Ohio's teachers pension fund is navigating turbulent times. Its meetings are testy, the director is on paid leave, and the board control is shifting.
3 min read - PoliticsCincinnati.com | The Enquirer
Ohio has done nothing to disclose dark money after major pay-to-play scandal
No one has passed a law in Ohio to disclose the source of secretive spending that continues to influence state politics.
6 min read - USKNWA Fayetteville
‘I talked myself out of it.’ Woman changes mind about going to downtown Sulphur just before tornado hit
Homes and businesses have been left destroyed in downtown Sulphur, Oklahoma after an EF-3 tornado came through the town April 27.
1 min read - USKTLA articles
Gusty winds wreaking havoc across Southern California
Strong winds caused damage and delays across the Southland on Sunday. A large tree came down in Culver City, causing severe damage to three vehicles. Authorities say the tree crashed onto a moving car and two parked vehicles near the intersection of Washington Boulevard and Wade Street. The Culver City Police Department says no one […]
3 min read - USKTLA articles
Bus driver violently attacked by homeless woman in Los Angeles
A L.A. Dash bus driver was attacked Sunday by a homeless woman in South Los Angeles, just two days after dozens of Metro transit operators staged a “sick out” amid ongoing safety concerns. Officers with Los Angeles Police Department responded to reports of the most recent attack at just before 1 p.m. at the intersection […]
3 min read - USWPIX New York City, NY
New Jersey State Trooper dies during training: NJSP
NEW JERSEY (PIX11) — A New Jersey State Trooper died during training, according to officials. Marcellus E. Bethea was a Trooper for eight years, according to officials. “His commitment and passion for serving the citizens of New Jersey exemplified Honor, Duty, and Fidelity. Please keep Trooper Bethea and his family in your prayers,” said a […]
- USWSB Cox articles
DeKalb County police searching for missing 13-year-old girl
She was last seen leaving her home on the 6200 block of Hillandale Drive in Stonecrest on Sunday.
1 min read - USKFOR articles
Suspect shot in Sunday’s second OKC officer-involved shooting
A suspect was shot by an officer just after 8 p.m. Sunday in Northwest Oklahoma City, it's unknown right now what the original call was abou
1 min read - USKTVX
‘Our hearts are broken’: Santaquin community, Utah leaders honor officer killed by semi-truck on I-15
Fellow officers, community members and Utah leaders expressed their support for the fallen Santaquin officer with a procession, memorials and statements via social media and press conferences.
3 min read - USKTSM
Crash closes U.S. 54 North at State Line in Northeast El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – A crash has closed all lanes at U.S. 54 North at State Line on Sunday, May 5 in Northeast El Paso, TxDOT announced via its X account. TxDOT said all traffic northbound must turn right at Stan Roberts. It is advised to avoid the area. Clearing time is until further […]
- USKansas City Star
KC Municipal Court’s computer system is down and will be closed Monday
The Kansas City Missouri Government website is also down
1 min read - USWHIO
Police find shell casings while investigating shots fired reports in Springfield
Callers reported seeing three suspects and then hearing possible gunshots.
1 min read - USKTSM
9 Day Forecast: Blowing dust, strong winds to start off week
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Happy Sunday, El Paso and Happy Cinco De Mayo! I hope everyone has enjoyed the beautiful weather on Sunday, because we are in for very active weather in the next coming days. For right now, we can expect winds to pick up a bit more Sunday evening ranging from 15-25 […]
2 min read - USKRON
Two people in critical condition after stabbing in San Jose
(KRON) — Two people were stabbed early Sunday evening, the San Jose Police Department said on X. The stabbing happened near S King Road and Lido Way around 5:27 p.m. The two victims were taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, according to police. No further information about the suspect(s) and victims was released. Police […]
1 min read - USKDVR Denver
Denver Police investigating shooting downtown after reports of broken glass
The Denver Police Department is investigating how and why a glass window broke from a tall building downtown on Sunday.
2 min read - LifestyleWOOD
Tourists descend on Holland for Tulip Time
This year’s Tulip Time Festival is in full bloom.
1 min read - USKXRM Colorado Springs
75 mph winds possible Sunday night
A nearby storm system will bring some very dynamic weather to the region over the next couple of day
2 min read - SportsKARK
Arkansas Storm Team Weather Blog: Major heat and storms this week!
Not only will we see widespread thunderstorms it will also be very hot and humid!
1 min read - LifestyleWFRV Green Bay
Communities across Wisconsin rally to support West De Pere kid battling cancer
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Owen Obey is only 7 years old and has had to take on more than any 7-year-old should. Last summer, a tumor was found in Obey’s leg and he was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. As a young wrestler at West De Pere, his community has […]
3 min read - USThe Times-Leader (Wilkes-Barre, Pa.)
Developing plans: Potential $12M project moving forward in downtown Wilkes-Barre
May 5—WILKES-BARRE — The proposed project at South Main Street and Northampton Street may have turned a corner, so to speak. It was announced this week that Land Ventures, a Florida investment group, purchased the property in January and will continue the project under the Sphere International operating name. "We intend to develop the site," said Jackie Fahey, a Bucks County native and Chief ...
4 min read - USKTSM
CRRUA says it has passed latest arsenic testing for water
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The water utility that serves Southern Dona Ana County says it has passed a fourth straight arsenic water sample test. The Camino Real Utility Authority, which has been under fire and State of New Mexico scrutiny for water quality issues, said that three of its four arsenic water treatment passed […]
1 min read - USKTVI
Man charged in 2023 fatal shooting on McKinley Bridge
Police and prosecutors say a dispute at a Metro East strip club led to a rolling gun battle on the McKinley Bridge in 2023 that left one person dead and another injured.
1 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Inmate who escaped from Newton County hospital spotted in Covington
Police, deputies, and Georgia State Patrol Troopers continue their search for an inmate who escaped from a hospital on Saturday in Newton County.
1 min read - USKGET Bakersfield
Man struck by vehicle in east Bakersfield: CHP
The victim was reportedly suffering from major injuries after the collision. A bicycle was seen smashed and destroyed at the intersection.
1 min read - USWJW
Twinsburg City Schools closed Monday after lightning strike
The Twinsburg City School District will be closed on Monday after lightning struck the high school.
1 min read - USDeseret News
Photo of the day: A snow day in May
Wild weather patterns continue in Utah and the West as sun, snow take turns leading the way. Expect a few more days of unsettled weather.
1 min read - LifestyleWCIA Champaign
Hundreds of guests attend Allerton Park’s first Bluebell Festival
MONTICELLO, Ill. (WCIA) — Allerton Park in Monticello hosted their first Bluebell Festival this weekend. The three-day event included bands, food trucks, and art sales happening near the park mansion. On Sunday, Country Arbors Nursery hosted a plant sale. Park Supervisor Lucas Rund said hundreds of people came by throughout the weekend. “I think people […]
1 min read - USWFLA
Man dead after Auburndale shooting; suspect still wanted
A man was killed Sunday evening in a shooting in Auburndale, and a suspected shooter is still wanted, according to the Auburndale Police Department.
- USKTSM
Fire in Canutillo impacts several homes, one collapses
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – Multiple agencies have responded to a large structure fire in Canutillo that impacted several homes on Sunday evening, May 5, an El Paso Fire spokesperson said. The fire was along 6th Street and Park Avenue in Canutillo, and smoke was visible for miles. A witness told KTSM that three houses […]
1 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
'This is Gov. Kristi Noem trying to justify puppycide': Panel reacts to Trump's VP hopefuls
As Donald Trump considers whom he will pick to be his running mate, the hopefuls are speaking up, trying to show they are the most loyal to him. South Carolina Senator Tim Scott dodges questions on whether he'll honor the results of the November election. North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum calls a possible Trump conviction a "travesty of justice" and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem picks on President Biden's dog Commander. MSNBC's Jonathan Capehart unpacks it all with his panel.