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- USKansas City Star
Live Kansas City traffic updates: Accidents, road closures, delays on KC-area highways
Hitting the road soon? Check our live traffic updates to see if your route is clear.
3 min read - USAlamogordo Daily News
Evacuations underway in Timberon as Oakmont Fire grows to 100 acres
An unknown fire that began at noon on Friday, May 3 on Oakmont Road in Timberon, New Mexico has spread to approximately 100 acres and is 0% contained.
3 min read - USNBC News
Florida teens seen on viral video dumping trash into ocean from a boat turn themselves in
Two Florida teens seen in a viral video dumping trash into the Atlantic Ocean from a boat turned themselves into authorities on Friday and face a felony pollution charge, according to officials and court records.
3 min read - USThe Providence Journal
Why lawmakers want to remove an even broader spectrum of criminal records from public view
Why lawmakers want to remove more criminal records from public view
3 min read - USKRQE Albuquerque
2 Albuquerque city councilors call for city to help enforce immigration law under certain conditions
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A pair of Albuquerque city councilors want the city to cooperate with federal immigration agents when an immigrant is accused of a serious crime. Right now, the city’s Immigrant Friendly Ordinance prevents the city from helping the feds enforce immigration laws. It also bars the city from allowing agents access to city property […]
1 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Rare non-scoundrel witness, Hope Hicks, obliterates Trump's defense with credible testimony
While both the defense and the prosecution in Donald Trump's New York criminal trial found support for their arguments in the testimony of former close Trump aid Hope Hicks, placing Trump's hush money payments squarely within the context of the election was particularly damning for Trump's case. Susanne Craig, investigative reporter for The New York Times, and Jeremy Saland, former Manhattan assistant district attorney, discuss with Alex Wagner.
- USKXRM Colorado Springs
Eastbound Austin Bluffs closure for water valve project
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — According to Colorado Springs Utilities (Springs Utilities), crews will begin the installation of the final two valves for the North Academy Boulevard Water Valves Replacement project, starting on Sunday, May 5. Drivers should expect changes in traffic patterns starting on May 5, with a complete closure of eastbound Austin Bluffs Parkway from […]
1 min read - USKRQE Albuquerque
VIDEO: APD officers shoot at vehicle driving away, shooting under investigation
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – We’re seeing the moments two Albuquerque Police Department officers opened fire on a car as it drove away. Those officers are now under investigation. APD officers Nathien Apodaca and Hernan Conchas arrived to a home on 59th Street in Northwest Albuquerque on March 30, looking for a man who shot at his […]
2 min read - USNBC News
Republican group in Colorado cancels Kristi Noem fundraiser due to 'death threats' amid backlash over her memoir
A county Republican group in Colorado said that it was cancelling a fundraiser featuring South Dakota governor and potential Republican vice presidential contender Kristi Noem after she reportedly described killing her young dog in her forthcoming book.
3 min read - USThe Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Man, 20, faces murder charge in Kalihi shooting
May 4—A 20-year-old man was charged today with murder and two firearm charges in connection with the death of a 23-year-old man at the Towers at Kuhio Park Tuesday. Ethan Etsione Taumua did "intentionally or knowingly cause the death of Richie Kony" and was charged with second-degree murder, according to state court documents. Taumua was also charged with using a firearm in the commission of a ...
1 min read - USThe Honolulu Star-Advertiser
Gov. Josh Green signs vacation rental bill into law
May 4—Gov. Josh Green today signed into law a bill that gives counties the ability to better regulate short-term vacation rentals in the hope of freeing up affordable, long-term housing for island residents. "It is very rare that within one session, a movement takes on like this and then becomes legislation and then cascades into activity," Green said in signing Senate Bill 2919 Of the 89,000 ...
1 min read - USPeople
2 Teens Turn Themselves in After Video of Boaters Dumping Trash Into Ocean Goes Viral
"We want to extend our sincerest apologies to everyone who has been impacted and rightfully upset by what occurred," shared one of the teen's families
3 min read - USWHIO
Shooting reported near Harrison Township gas station
Police are investigating a shooting near a Harrison Township gas station Friday night.
1 min read - USKDVR Denver
Video captures 2 people breaking into Denver condo mailboxes
On April 26, video captured two people breaking into mailboxes at Beaumont Place condominiums. Now, people living in the area are hoping someone might recognize them.
2 min read - USReading Eagle, Pa.
Carbon County man convicted of 2016 home invasion murder in Reading
May 3—A Carbon County man who in 2016 invaded a Reading home along with another man and shot a brother and sister, killing the brother and leading to the death of the sister's unborn baby, has been convicted of first-degree murder and other charges. Vaughn Felix, 33, of Nesquehoning was found guilty by Berks County Judge Thomas G. Parisi in a non-jury trial on 18 of the 19 charges filed ...
4 min read - USWHIO
3 people hit by vehicle after fight near Dayton middle school
Three people were sent to the hospital Thursday night after they were hit by a car near a Dayton middle school.
1 min read - USKRQE Albuquerque
Albuquerque woman sentenced in connection to granddaughter’s death
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A grandmother who a judge said ignored the abuse of her grandchildren will spend the next three years behind bars. Diana Garcia pled no contest to child abandonment resulting in death and failure to report child abuse. She lived with her son, Michael Garcia, and his four children. In October 2021, Garcia beat […]
1 min read - USWKRG
FDOT issues traffic advisory for construction, maintenance in Okaloosa, Walton counties
CHIPLEY, Fla. (WKRG) — The Florida Department of Transportation issued a traffic advisory as crews prepare to perform construction and maintenance in Okaloosa and Walton counties. According to the release, drivers will encounter traffic disruptions on state roads. There will be five main projects that will cause traffic disruptions in Okaloosa County and two main […]
3 min read - USKRON
Police find buried body in Hayward, alleged murderer arrested
(KRON) – A man’s dead body was found buried in Hayward after his alleged murderer shot him to death several days prior, the Hayward Police Department reports. The suspect, Andres Sanchez, 38, from Hayward, has since been arrested. The victim has not yet been identified. The shooting occurred early in the morning on April 26. Police […]
2 min read - USWHIO
Shots fired during large fight at Dayton apartment complex
A large police presence was called to an apartment complex in Dayton Friday after reports of a large fight.
1 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
New EPA rule compels San Juan, Four Corners coal plants to clean up ash waste
May 3—Two coal-fired power plants have towered for decades on opposite sides of the San Juan River in northwestern New Mexico — twin engines generating immense energy for several Western states and untold pollution that's fouled the air, ground and water. One of the behemoths, the San Juan Generating Station, shut down in 2022 after operating for a half-century south of the river. The Four ...
7 min read - USThe Santa Fe New Mexican
Longtime Santa Fe educator, administrator Carl Marano to head Tucumcari schools
May 3—Carl Marano's dedication to the Santa Fe school district has been on display since he first attended a public school here. A 1977 news story said Marano — then just 6 years old — was "the biggest Demons fan in town." Will he still be the biggest Demons fan after he takes the top job at a new district? "I don't think that will ever change," said Marano, an assistant superintendent at ...
4 min read - USKIRO
Teen hit by car in Gig Harbor in what police call possible ‘intentional act’
According to police, a newer black Mercedes SUV hit the student, knocking him to the ground.
1 min read - USWFLA
High school class of 2020 finally gets a grad night at USF
University of South Florida graduations are underway, with three ceremonies held Friday and hundreds of students walking across stage to accept their honors.
2 min read - USWJHL Tri-Cities
Greene County authorities still looking for woman last seen on Viking Mountain
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — Greene County authorities are continuing to search for a woman who was last seen last month on Viking Mountain. The Greene County Sheriff’s Department is trying to find Jennifer Elliott. Officers tried to find her on March 22, the day she was reported missing, but they were unable to do so. […]
2 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
Mega Millions for Friday, May 3, 2024, is a $284 million jackpot. Check your numbers!
Will Mega Millions make you a millionaire overnight?
4 min read - USWFXT
Large police scene on town common in Northbridge
A large crowd of state and local police flocked to the town common in Northbridge Friday night, investigating a large scene.
1 min read - USWCMH
Pedestrian seriously injured in Pataskala crash
PATASKALA, Ohio (WCMH) – A Pataskala man is fighting for his life after being struck by a car while out for a walk in his neighborhood. 50-year-old Aaron Orr was walking across Richwood Drive near the intersection of Emswiler Way on Tuesday afternoon when he was hit by a car and dragged across the road. […]
3 min read - USKIRO
Tacoma woman dead after partner allegedly punches, stomps her over 50 times
A Tacoma woman is dead after he partner “snapped,” and punched and stomped her more than 50 times, according to new court documents.
7 min read - USKTSM
Wildfire burning near Timberon, NM in Sacramento Mountains
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A forest fire near the town of Timberon, New Mexico, has burned 100 acres and is zero percent contained, according to a news release sent out by the New Mexico Forestry Division late Friday night, May 3. The Oakmont Fire was discovered at about 12:30 p.m. Friday. All roads into […]
1 min read - USKXRM Colorado Springs
Feasibility study: roundabout ’round Gen. Palmer statue
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — According to the City of Colorado Springs, on Friday, May 3, a feasibility study was launched to determine if a roundabout should be installed at the intersection of Nevada Avenue and Platte Avenue, where the statue of General Palmer stands. The historic statue blocks visibility for drivers attempting to make a left […]
1 min read - USPeople
Maine Bowling Alley Reopens 6 Months After Mass Shooting: 'The Community Has Been Phenomenal'
"This is us, standing back up again,” said Lewiston, Maine, Mayor Carl Sheline
3 min read - USKFOR articles
UPDATE: Missing 14-year-old found safe in Oklahoma City
An Amber Alert was issued for a 14-year-old girl who was last heard from in the Oklahoma City area, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.
1 min read - USKSEE articles
This is the new interim superintendent at Fresno Unified
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – Fresno Unified welcomed the first female interim superintendent in the district’s history on Friday. Officials with Fresno Unified say Misty Her is the new interim superintendent appointed in the district. She is the first woman to lead Fresno Unified since its inception in 1873. Her has dedicated her entire career to […]
2 min read - USKIRO
Man sentenced for 2021 Tacoma quadruple murder, removed from courtroom for disruptions
Malek Pate kept disrupting the sentencing in court, and the judge ordered him out of the courtroom before the hearing was over.
1 min read - USKLFY Lafayette
More than 200 law enforcement officers from across Louisiana come to Lafayette for training
It's the first time in the 62 years of the conference that it's been held in Lafayette.
1 min read - USKLAS articles
BLM increases reward for information on California wild burro killings
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – The Bureau of Land Management announced an increased reward of $36,000 for information leading to justice in the shooting and killing of 19 wild burros. The killings took place between Baker, California, and Primm, Nevada in August of 2019. BLM is again offering a $10,000 reward in the ongoing investigation. Additional rewards […]
1 min read - PoliticsWVNS Bluefield
WV governor candidate Patrick Morrisey makes campaign stop in Lewisburg
LEWISBURG, WV (WVNS) – West Virginia governor candidate Patrick Morrisey made a stop in Lewisburg the evening of Friday, May 3rd, 2024. Folks across Greenbrier County came out in droves to support him. He wasn’t the only candidate in attendance. U.S. Senate candidate Alex Mooney was also in attendance. He says it was an incredible […]
1 min read - USFox Weather
Storm chaser rescues family during live coverage of Texas tornado
Storm Chaser Freddy McKinney was tracking a large and dangerous tornado around the town of Hamlin, Texas, on Thursday, when the Lambert Family approached his vehicle, screaming for help. Kasey Lambert said the family hunkered down in a closet, but the tornado threw her son into a pile of bricks.
3 min read - USWSOC
FAN GUIDE: Lovin’ Life Music Fest in Uptown Charlotte
The Lovin’ Life Music Fest is taking over First Ward Park in Uptown this weekend and is expected to draw 90,000 music fans over the three days. Here’s what you need to know before you go.
3 min read - USKSNT Topeka
NE Kansas counties issued severe thunderstorm watches
TOPEKA (KSNT) — The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for several counties in northeast Kansas until Saturday morning. At 9:45 p.m. Friday, May 3, the NWS has issued severe thunderstorm watches for 28 Kansas counties, including seven in northeast Kansas. The watch will be in effect in the following counties […]
1 min read - USWDAF
Video shows alleged child abuse incident at Overland Park Kiddi Kollege
Overland Park police confirmed that they're investigating the incident but said no one has been charged.
3 min read - USWFXT
One hospitalized after motorcycle crash in Roxbury
A person was taken to the hospital after a motorcycle crash in Roxbury Friday night.
1 min read - EntertainmentAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
Raise your glass: VARA distiller wins "Moonshiners: Master Distiller"
May 3—The spotlight is back on New Mexico's distilling scene with Vara Winery & Distillery's head distiller, Martin Ulloa, earning the title of Master Distiller on "Moonshiners: Master Distiller." Ulloa, took the title on season six, episode eight of the popular Discovery Channel show, which aired on April 23 and can be streamed on Prime Video. He competed against two seasoned distillers and ...
3 min read - USAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
Jurors deliberate in retrial of veteran's 2016 killing
May 3—Jurors began deliberating Friday in the retrial of a man previously convicted in the 2016 shooting death of an Army veteran during an Albuquerque ATM robbery. Matthew Chavez, 34, was convicted in 2018 of second-degree murder and attempted armed robbery and sentenced to 23 1/2 years in prison for the shooting death of 24-year-old Tyler Lackey. In October 2021, the New Mexico Court of ...
3 min read - USAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
Volcano Vista Teacher named as one of the recipients of 2024 Golden Apple Award
May 3—Volcano Vista High School teacher Desiree Sers thought she was on her way to a science department meeting on Thursday afternoon , though she wasn't quite sure what the meeting was about. "I thought we were in trouble for something," Sers said, "so I was a little anxious coming in, for sure." Her colleagues from the science department were sitting at a table in the center of the room, ...
4 min read - USAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
Middle Rio Grande irrigation workers unionize
May 3—Irrigation workers at the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District voted to form a union with AFSCME Council 18 on Tuesday, according to a news release from the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees in New Mexico. Council 18 is the umbrella organization for the various city, county, and state locals affiliated with AFSCME. Irrigation systems operators aim to give ...
1 min read - USAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
Lapel videos show Albuquerque police firing at fleeing suspect
May 3—The Albuquerque Police Department released lapel videos Friday showing two officers shooting at a fleeing vehicle in a West Side neighborhood. APD Cmdr. Kyle Hartsock, who oversees APD's Criminal Investigation Bureau, said on March 30 officers Nathien Apodaca and Hernan Conchas opened fire on a vehicle with Alijah Archuleta, 19, and three others inside. Archuleta, who was suspected in a ...
4 min read - USAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
Woman dies in apparent suicide at Bernalillo County jail
May 3—A female inmate died at the Metropolitan Detention Center on Thursday afternoon in what authorities are calling a suicide. Jail spokesman Daniel Trujillo said the facility's medical staff responded to a medical emergency involving Marcella Montelongo, 23. He said Bernalillo County firefighters and paramedics responded to the call at MDC around 2:30 p.m. and "life-saving measures" went on ...
1 min read - BusinessAlbuquerque Journal, N.M.
Maxeon deal gets top honors from Site Selection magazine
May 3—A deal struck to have a Singapore-based company invest $1 billion in an Albuquerque facility and bring 1,800 jobs to the area has been named one of the 2023 Top Deals in North America by a national magazine. Site Selection magazine recently named New Mexico's deal with Maxeon Solar Technologies as the 17th top deal of the year in North America and one of just a handful of similar deals ...
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