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- USPolitico
Menendez trial doesn’t have a full jury yet, but he’s not the main reason why
Unlike the Trump trial down the street, would-be jurors said work, family and vacation plans stood in the way
3 min read - USAustin American-Statesman
Minnesota couple celebrates state's new flag with a Statehood Day party
A Minnesota couple celebrated the state's new flag by throwing a party with state cuisine and costumes.
2 min read - USSacramento Bee
Officer shoots, kills dog attacking him during child welfare check, Auburn police say
The Auburn Police Department said the dog jumped on and began biting the officer in the alleged attack.
1 min read - USDayton Daily News, Ohio
Moraine man sentenced to prison in child sex case
May 13—A Moraine man was sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges connected to child sexual abuse. Cameron David Benjamin, 21, was sentenced May 8 by Montgomery County Common Pleas Court Judge Angelina Jackson to eight to 12 years in prison, according to court documents. He also was designated a Tier III sexual offender, which will require him to register his address every ...
1 min read - USTri-City Herald
2 other Bob Fergusons withdraw from WA governor’s race
Washington’s filing week ended in chaos when 3 men named Bob Ferguson filed for governor.
3 min read - USNortheast Mississippi Daily Journal, Tupelo
Annual Lee County service memorializes fallen police officers
TUPELO – The Northeast Mississippi Law Enforcement Memorial Service drew a somber crowd Monday night as more than three dozen fallen law enforcement officers were honored. “All of these men were fathers and sons, but we are all brothers whether you wear a star, a shield or a state symbol. I was fortunate to wear all three,” said guest speaker Bob Poe, the Pontotoc Police Department deputy chief. ...
3 min read - USNortheast Mississippi Daily Journal, Tupelo
Tupelo man facing felony weapons charge
TUPELO – A routine traffic stop ended with a Haven Acres man arrested on a felony weapons charge. Tupelo police stopped a car for an equipment violation in the area of Beasley Drive on May 7. Two people inside the vehicle had misdemeanor warrants through Tupelo Municipal Court and were arrested. According to police, a search of the vehicle led to the discovery of three firearms, one of which ...
1 min read - USNavy Times
Families suing over Red Hill leak seek up to $1.25M in damages
A lawyer representing military families sickened by a jet fuel leak is asking a judge to award them a range of $225K to $1.25M in damages.
3 min read - USKDVR Denver
Denver leaders unveil new Office of Neighborhood Safety, tout community
On Monday, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced that several alternative response programs, dozens of employees and millions of dollars will be moved to a new program meant to reduce violence in Denver's neighborhoods.
3 min read - USAZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Chandler police arrest 19 year old suspected of attempting to kill his parents
Chandler police arrested a 19-year-old man accused of shooting his parents Monday. Both parents were treated at a hospital and are alive.
- USWETM Elmira
Southern Tier police agencies to receive state funding
SOUTHERN TIER, N.Y. (WETM) — Law enforcement agencies across the Southern Tier will be receiving a total of nearly $2.5 million in state funding to buy new equipment. According to Governor Kathy Hochul’s Office, New York State is giving $127 million to 378 sheriff’s offices and police departments outside of New York City that applied […]
2 min read - USIndyStar | The Indianapolis Star
Winning Powerball numbers for May 13, 2024. Anyone win tonight's drawing jackpot?
Winning Powerball numbers and lottery results for $47 million jackpot Monday, May 13, 2024. Anyone win? What time is the next drawing?
4 min read - USWVLA Baton Rouge
Louisiana State Police investigate large drug bust at East Feliciana prison
LSP, the Dixon Correctional Institute and the East Feliciana Sheriff’s Office started an investigation in November 2023. DOC investigators and DCI security seized large bundles of contraband. The items included drugs, cell phones, chargers, mobile WiFi devices and knives.
3 min read - BusinessWJZY
Red Lobster is closing dozens of restaurants and auctioning off equipment
Red Lobster is reportedly shuttering at least 48 of its locations, and a restaurant liquidation company is auctioning off kitchen equipment from the impacted eateries this week.
3 min read - USKOIN
Multnomah County reopens behavioral health center after renovations, training
County officials said the one-week closure helped prevent five weeks of disrupted service.
2 min read - BusinessWFTV
Travel + Leisure to move headquarters downtown after city approves incentives
Travel + Leisure Co. has been approved for incentives that will bring its global headquarters from Orlando’s tourism corridor to downtown.
1 min read - USGrand Forks Herald
One dead after ATV-truck crash in Morrison County
May 13—MORRISON COUNTY, Minn. — One person has died following a two-vehicle crash one mile east of Upsala in Elmdale Township on Sunday, May 12, according to the Morrison County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say an all-terrain vehicle driven by Terry Theis, 55, of Bowlus, was struck by an east-bound truck driven by Samatha Robideaux, 30, also of Bowlus, at the intersection of 30th Street and ...
1 min read - USGrand Forks Herald
Search continues as kayaker missing from west-central Minnesota lake identified
May 13—WILLMAR, Minn. — The Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Office on Monday continued searching for a missing 39-year-old kayaker on Nest Lake. The Sheriff's Office later in the day identified the man as Shane White, of Overland Park, Kansas, and posted a photo of him on Facebook . The Sheriff's Office is again requesting that property owners in the area check shorelines and outbuildings for ...
1 min read - USKOIN
Armed suspect at large after home invasion, car theft in Clark County
Clark County deputies are searching for a man who invaded a home, threatened to shoot the resident, and stole a purse and car before fleeing.
1 min read - USThe Register-Herald, Beckley, W.Va.
Natalie Cochran's attorneys say dead husband's medical and financial records are incomplete
May 13—While arguing pretrial motions Monday in Raleigh County Circuit Court, defense attorneys for Natalie Cochran offered up a different narrative of events that they alleged could have contributed to the death of Cochran's husband, Michael, in 2019. In addition to claims that Michael was involved in the multimillion-dollar Ponzi scheme, which his wife was eventually charged and convicted ...
4 min read - USThe Register-Herald, Beckley, W.Va.
Felony drug charge lodged against Danese man
May 13—A felony drug charge was lodged against a Danese man over the weekend, according to Fayette County Sheriff Mike Fridley. Fayette County deputies performing routine patrol just before noon on Sunday, May 12 in Meadow Bridge conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a minor traffic violation, according to a press release from Fridley. During the stop, deputies obtained probable cause for ...
1 min read - USGrand Forks Herald
USPS to pause changes in Grand Forks and Bismarck until 2025
May 13—GRAND FORKS — Changes to the Grand Forks and Bismarck post offices will be postponed until at least January, according to a letter sent by the United States postmaster general in response to concerns by U.S. senators about the agency's facility review process. In the May 9 letter, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy said any changes stemming from its facility reviews would be put on pause ...
2 min read - USGrand Forks Herald
Northwood man sentenced to 360 days for multiple drug crimes, carrying concealed weapon
May 13—GRAND FORKS — A Northwood man was sentenced Monday, May 13, and will serve 360 days for drug and weapon crimes. Darin James Braun, 41, pleaded guilty to four counts of Class B felony possession with intent to deliver. The drugs involved were methamphetamine, MDMA, cocaine and a schedule I hallucinogenic substance. The charges were amended; they were originally Class A felonies due to ...
2 min read - USGrand Forks Herald
Grand Forks man pleads not guilty to sex crimes involving minors
May 13—GRAND FORKS — A Grand Forks man pleaded not guilty to five felony sex crimes involving minors Monday morning, May 13. Sebastain Vennie Hipsak, 22, is charged with Class A felony promoting or directing an obscene sexual performance by a minor, which has a maximum 20-year sentence. Hipsak is also charged with Class B felony luring a minor under the age of 15 by computer and three Class C ...
1 min read - USKXRM Colorado Springs
Search for Colorado Springs man missing on Longs Peak
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — On Monday, May 13, Rocky Mountain National Park announced that park rangers had begun searching for a Colorado Springs man who was overdue after attempting to summit Longs Peak on Sunday, May 12. 23-year-old Lucas Macaj was last heard from around 1 p.m. Sunday when he texted a friend to report reaching […]
2 min read - USGrand Forks Herald
Grand Forks County parking ramp rehab project to begin in June
May 13—GRAND FORKS — The Grand Forks County Commission approved a $3 million bid for repairs of the county's parking ramp at a special meeting Monday afternoon, May 13. The commission approved the bid from Restoration Systems of Chaska, Minnesota, on a 3-1 vote. Commissioner Mark Rustad voted against and commissioner Cynthia Pic was absent. The bid's official total is $3,013,852. The newest of ...
2 min read - USBaltimore Sun
Arson arrest made after Friday night house fire in Edgewood
An Edgewood woman has been charged with arson after officials say she intentionally set a Mulberry Lane home on fire late Friday night, according to the Maryland Office of the State Fire Marshal. Around 11:30 p.m. Friday, Abingdon Fire Company responded to a fire in a split-level single-family home, according to a fire marshal release. The home’s owner was not present at the time and ...
1 min read - USGrand Forks Herald
Grand Forks' alleged tire slasher changes plea
May 13—GRAND FORKS — Grand Forks' alleged tire slasher, accused of damaging 50 vehicles in a single night last fall, changed his plea to guilty on Monday, May 13. Matthew Vincent Morris, 31, is charged with Class B felony criminal mischief resulting in more than $10,000 worth of damage. The crime has a maximum 10-year prison sentence. Morris was arrested in October, a little more than two ...
1 min read - USGrand Forks Herald
Grand Forks woman, accused of strangling mother with purse strap, pleads not guilty
May 13—GRAND FORKS — A Grand Forks woman accused of attempting to murder her mother waived her Monday morning, May 13, preliminary hearing and pleaded not guilty to two felony charges. Brianna Lynn Thomas, 20, faces up to 20 years in prison for Class A felony attempted murder. She is also charged with Class C felony domestic violence causing serious bodily injury. Thomas was arrested March 31 ...
1 min read - USWHIO
Do you recognize them? Police need help identifying theft suspects
If these people look familiar, contact Riverside police at (937) 233-2080 or Police@riversideoh.gov
- USWVNS Bluefield
Unsettled weather returns with scattered showers & storms Tuesday
Chief Meteorologist has a look at an unsettled pattern ahead in tonight's forecast.
4 min read - USBaltimore Sun
Girl dies after police pursuit by Calvert County sheriff deputies ends in fatal crash in Anne Arundel
A girl is dead following a 25-mile police pursuit that ended in Anne Arundel County early Monday morning. The Independent Investigations Division of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General is investigating the fatal crash that also hospitalized three other people, according to a news release from the attorney general’s office. The pursuit started in Huntingtown where Calvert County ...
1 min read - USThe Day, New London, Conn.
Montville police K-9 among those honored at memorial service in Washington, D.C.
May 13—MONTVILLE — Several local police officers attended a memorial ceremony Saturday in Washington, D.C., that honored police K-9 Barrett and 25 others from around the country killed in the line of duty last year. Lt. David Radford wrote in an email Monday that the annual ceremony, which is called the National Police K-9 Memorial Service, was touching and "brought a tear to your eye." ...
2 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Morgan County Sheriff’s Office completing firearm safety training
It's 'Range Week' at the Morgan County Sheriff's Office, which means deputies are sharpening their firearm safety and accuracy skills.
1 min read - USThe Cool Down
Photos show illegal destruction of protected natural area on State Governor's property: 'They cleared out acres of wetlands'
"Cutting down hundreds of healthy trees so they could have a better view."
3 min read - USKIRO
Two Bob Fergusons drop out of race for Washington state governor
There are three Bob Fergusons running for Washington state governor
2 min read - USCincinnati.com | The Enquirer
Police hope water barricades installed in part of Over-the-Rhine will help reduce crime
Impeding access to a spot known for drug deals and crime is the goal of installing the barriers. Police will monitor their effectiveness.
2 min read - USThe Coloradoan
Search underway for Colorado Springs man believed to be missing from Longs Peak area
The 23-year-old was was reported overdue late Sunday night after attempting to summit Longs Peak on Sunday afternoon.
2 min read - USWPIX New York City, NY
New Long Island facility set to clean water of ‘forever chemicals’ may raise residents’ bills
HICKSVILLE, N.Y. (PIX11) — It’s an issue that affects an estimated 1 million people on Long Island. Now, the first steps are being made to fix the problem, thanks to a grant from the $1.2 trillion Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Even though that overall funding package is massive, the set of grants to help build a […]
3 min read - OpinionMilitary Times
Improving how service members build wealth
With the prospect of a hefty raise for junior enlisted ahead, the author of this op-ed shares ways troops can improve long-term financial security.
5 min read - USKETK Tyler
Trinity County struggles with flooding, washed out roads
TRINITY, Texas (KETK) – Weeks after initial storms and Trinity County is still dealing with the aftermath of nearly 24 inches of rain in two days. “Devastation I mean it just…It’s hard to sit back and look at 40 years of memories and stuff going up and being wasted,” Richard Morris, Deer Run subdivision resident, […]
2 min read - LifestyleWGNO
Jet-setting crawfish travels through New Orleans airport and beyond
A New Orleans girl who loves crawfish is going viral with a new video of her live crawfish traveling on a plane from Armstrong International airport.
2 min read - USWCMH
When will the Scioto Mile Fountain reopen?
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – With summer approaching, a downtown Columbus summertime staple is getting closer to reopening after more than a year of construction. The Scioto Mile Fountain has been closed for construction since spring 2023. The popular spot for families to gather to cool off has been surrounded by fences as the work has […]
2 min read - USKLFY Lafayette
Severe weather causes mass power outages around Acadiana
Severe weather that moved through Acadiana Monday evening causes power outages.
1 min read - USCrossville Chronicle, Tenn.
County commissioners, BOE members hear safety plan for Homestead Elementary
May 13—Cumberland County Commissioners met with Director of Schools William Stepp last week for a presentation addressing safety concerns at Homestead Elementary School. For a short-term recommendation, Stepp is recommending all playground equipment and activity areas be moved to the rear of the school, behind buildings and the installation of a 6-foot fence around the rear perimeter of the ...
4 min read - USCrossville Chronicle, Tenn.
Questions surrounding funding aviation scholarship arise in budget committee meeting
May 13—The Cumberland County Board of Education's budget committee discussed the need for funding a $60,000 aviation scholarship for four students and the funding for the Career and Technical Student Organizations' travel to competitions. The aviation scholarship grants four students the opportunity to earn their private pilot's license. The scholarship offers a maximum of $15,000 per student ...
4 min read - USGreensburg Daily News, Ind.
A dignified burial place for miscarried babies
May 13—GREENSBURG — In 2016, Chris and Rebecca Harpring had two miscarriages. In that process, they learned many women did not know they could bury or did not have a burial place for their miscarried babies lost prior to 20 weeks gestation. As a result, they started the Little Souls section at St. Mary Cemetery. That resulted in many inquiries about miscarriage burials and resources from the ...
2 min read - USKIRO
Driver does ‘donuts’ around Seattle police as they respond to late night street ‘takeover’
As police arrived at the scene, one of the drivers drifted in circles around the Seattle Police Department car.
1 min read - USAmarillo Globe-News
DPS: Pursuit of semi onto I-40 ends in crash, gunfire; 2 dead from Cookville, Tenn.
Authorities said a semi failed to stop in Clarendon, and a pursuit ensued. After shots were fired from the semi a 2nd time, officers returned fire.
1 min read - USNBC News
Mississippi enacts transgender bathroom ban in public schools
Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves signed a bill into law that bars trans people from using bathrooms that correspond with their gender identities in public schools.
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