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Morristown Minute

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Nine individuals have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a drug trafficking organization operating in Newark, distributing fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

16 Arrested in Major Drug Bust: Meth, Cocaine, Fentanyl & Heroin

Redwood City, CA

Golden Gate Media

A fatal crash on US-101 northbound, north of San Antonio Road, has left one person dead and prompted an ongoing investigation by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Redwood City units.

CA driver called 9-1-1 to report he hit a pole on 101; Then he was fatally hit by oncoming traffic

Madera County, CA

Oakhurst, CA

The Madera County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating Kaicey Bos, a person of interest in a murder investigation. The incident occurred in Oakhurst on May 24, 2024.

Person of interest sought in mysterious slaying in California’s scenic foothills

River Oaks, TX

Robert Russell Shaneyfelt

This post includes content modified using AI. Garrett Beck could never have foreseen the events that transpired during his Thursday morning shift. The electrician and his colleague were heading south on Interstate 35 when lightning struck their work truck near Basswood Blvd.

Struck by Lightning on I-35: A Close Call

California State

Early Wednesday morning, an overturned big-rig filled with 40,000 pounds of strawberries brought traffic to a standstill on a key transition between two major freeway corridors in the South Bay.

Semi-truck hauling 40,000 pounds of California strawberries overturns on busy interstate ramp

San Jose, CA

Santa Clara County, CA

Milpitas, CA

A 3.4-magnitude earthquake struck Santa Clara County early Sunday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The tremor occurred at 3:35 a.m., with an epicenter located 4.1 miles northeast of East Foothills, 7.4 miles east of Milpitas, and 9.1 miles northeast of San Jose.

Magnitude 3.4 earthquake hits heavily populated California region overnight; Most sleep through it

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

The U.S. Justice Department announced Wednesday it has opened a statewide investigation into the conditions at eight youth detention centers and one youth development center run by the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice.

U.S. Department of Justice opens investigation into conditions at Kentucky youth detention centers

Parris Island, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Marine Corps privates Jamil Winston Jr. and JuliMarie Winston are married Marines. The husband and wife have proved that the couple that trains together can stay together. Both graduated on May 17th from boot camp at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, just in time for their first wedding anniversary coming up in June.

Married Marines graduate from Parris Island together

A casual walk in Golden Gate Park turned unexpectedly alarming for Reddit user "sadnessmakesmycalm" when they were shot by a BB gun from a passing vehicle. The incident, which occurred on a recent afternoon around 4 PM, has prompted an investigation by local law enforcement, witnesses said.

Victim out for a walk in lawless California city says someone shot them with BB gun, Cops well aware

Bergen County, NJ

NEWARK, N.J. – Today, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the arrest of four individuals from Bergen County, implicated in a drug trafficking organization responsible for distributing substantial quantities of heroin in Newark.

Major Drug Trafficking Bust: 4 Arrested in Bergen County

Denton, TX

This post includes content modified using AI. According to a report from CBS News Texas, authorities in Texas have started an investigation following an incident where a 13-year-old pupil was attacked by grown-ups while on a school bus.

Adults Assault 13-Year-Old Black Girl on School Bus

Vallejo, CA

Boat traffic along the Napa River faces disruption as the Mare Island Causeway Bridge remains inoperable due to mechanical issues. The Public Works team, in collaboration with consultants and regional and state experts, is diligently addressing the problem, aiming to complete repairs by May 31st.

Famous California river blocked by inoperable bridge that is stuck in the down position

Tupelo, MS

Mississippi News Group

Tupelo police have made an arrest on a charge that would have formerly been described as strong arm robbery on May the 5th. Police say a Shannon resident opened a car door at a local business on West Main, demanded the victims purse, and then entered a nearby vehicle and fled the seen.

Tupelo police make arrest after suspect opens car door and demands females purse at local business

Massachusetts State

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced Wednesday, a cat with a challenging start to life now looking for her forever home. The local animal shelter reveals that Wednesday was found “in a literal heap of trash in a hoarding house, nursing her five babies.” Regardless of her tough start to motherhood, Wednesday was an excellent mother to her litter until they all found loving homes.

Cat Found Nursing Kittens In Trash Now Looking For Love

Long Beach, CA

A tragic incident unfolded on Monday night as a 15-year-old boy, who was allegedly driving a stolen vehicle, crashed on a Long Beach freeway, resulting in his death. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the teen, whose identity has not been disclosed, was driving a 2020 Kia north on the 710 Freeway near Anaheim Street around 10:30 p.m. CHP investigators believe the teen attempted to pass a Freightliner semi-truck, possibly intending to exit the freeway. However, the Kia ended up directly in the path of the semi-truck, resulting in a collision that caused the Kia to burst into flames.

Stolen Car being 'tracked' by California police helicopter crashes killing its teenager driver

Santa Rosa, CA

On Friday, May 31, 2024, the Santa Rosa Police Department conducted a DUI checkpoint at Highway 12 and Streamside Drive from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. While no drivers were arrested for DUI, the checkpoint yielded several other significant results, police said.

Cops stop 1,000 cars at California DUI checkpoint; 24 drivers turn up to be on roads unlicensed

Georgia State

Coffee County, GA

Douglas, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Guillermo de la Cruz Morales, the sole suspect implicated in the disappearance of Maria Diaz, was denied bond during a hearing this morning in the Superior Court of Coffee County. The proceeding also shed further insight on the case, including details about the last time Maria was seen and a disturbing, "threaenting" video sent to a potential witness.

Morales Denied Bond in Maria Diaz Disappearance Case

Jacksonville, FL

Duval County, FL

Jacksonville Today

Twenty-seven men have been arrested on charges of soliciting children on the internet to engage in sexual acts as part of Operation Valiant Knights, says Sheriff T.K. Waters. Among the suspects jailed in the five-day undercover sting is a former pro baseball player and a Duval County school district employee.

School employee among 27 accused of soliciting children

New Jersey State

Jersey City, NJ

NEW JERSEY - A woman from Hudson County, New Jersey, identified as 29-year-old Zyeama Johnson of Jersey City, has been charged with burglarizing two U.S. Post Offices on six separate occasions, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. Johnson, who was formerly employed at one of the post offices she allegedly targeted, appeared today in Newark federal court before U.S. Magistrate Judge Cathy Waldor and was subsequently released on a $100,000 unsecured bond.

Ex-employee charged with multiple post office burglaries

Fort Worth, TX

This post includes content modified using AI. At 12:46 am on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024, emergency personnel from the Fort Worth Police, Fire Department, and MedStar EMS swiftly attended to a significant incident on the northbound lanes of I35W near Highway 121, situated near downtown.. 1800 Airport Freeway Fort Worth TX 76210.

Tragic Death as Vehicle Plummets off I35W Overpass

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Teen walks into Pittsburgh Children's with gunshot wound to hand

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Teen walks into Pittsburgh Children's with gunshot wound to hand

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