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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

Golden Gate Media

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) has launched an investigation into the death of an incarcerated person at Pelican Bay State Prison (PBSP) on April 21, 2024, treating the incident as a homicide.

Gang-member convict killed in California prison stabbing attack; Four inmates accused of homicide

Irvine, CA

In a surprising turn of events, a Tesla vehicle's camera has captured crystal-clear images of a car burglary suspect at Diamond Jamboree in Irvine. The incident, which occurred on May 16, has left authorities marveling at the effectiveness of modern technology in combating crime.

Tesla camera captures 'crystal clear' image of suspected auto burglar at California parking lot

Cooke County, TX

Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletter to get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our meteorologists. M​ore than a dozen people have died across several states as a severe weather outbreak spawned multiple tornadoes that left major damage to homes and other structures in parts of the Plains, Midwest and South.

Deadly Tornadoes Leave Damage In Plains, Midwest, South (PHOTOS)

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
The post Police Log, 5/24/2024 first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

Police Log, 5/24/2024

There is a marginal risk of severe weather today.

Hourly Weather

Northern Kentucky Tribune

The Biden administration plans to remove marijuana from a list of the most dangerous and highly regulated drugs, the Department of Justice said Tuesday night. The Drug Enforcement Administration will propose moving the drug from a Schedule I substance, which also includes heroin and methamphetamine, to Schedule III, which is the category for regulated-but-legal drugs including testosterone and Tylenol with codeine.

U.S. Justice Dept.: Steps taken to remove marijuana from list of dangerous, highly regulated drugs

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Scottsdale, AZ

In a shocking incident in Scottsdale, Arizona, a person attempting to intervene in a scuffle between their dog and a wild coyote fell victim to an attack by the cunning predator, according to authorities from the Arizona Game and Fish Department.

Man attacked while bravely intervening wild Coyotes attacking his pet dog in Arizona neighborhood

Saint Johns County, FL

Jacksonville Today

Fourth-grade teacher Maria Fratta lives in New York, but now she has a place to stay in Anastasia Island. Fratta was announced Wednesday as the winner of HGTV’s Dream Home sweepstakes. A new, fully furnished home in St. Johns County is just one of the prizes Fratta receives — she also takes home $100,000 and a new Mercedes Benz.

HGTV’s ‘Dream Home’ sweepstakes has a winner

Kentucky State

Kentucky is now the first state in the nation to capture oblique (side/angle view) photography of its entire geography from the sky. The KYFromAbove Program and its contractor, NV5 , achieved this milestone after pilots flew 2,600 flight lines over Kentucky’s beautiful landscape, travelling 117,000 miles and capturing 40,660 square miles of the commonwealth’s land, including our cities, towns, farms, lakes, mountains and more.

Kentucky first state in nation to capture oblique photography of entire geography from the sky

Thermopolis, WY

WyoFile

The small herd of bison that roams the sage hills of Hot Springs State Park near Thermopolis may not garner the same attention as its brethren near Jackson, but it has a solid contingent of local fans.

A calf is born: Hot Springs park welcomes first baby bison of the year

Chicago Star Media

(Family Features) Stroke can happen to anyone – it happens to more than 800,000 people every year in the United States. Knowing the signs of stroke and how to prevent it can help protect you or your loved ones from disabilities caused by stroke.

Knowing the Signs of Stroke

Cape May, NJ

Somers Point, NJ

Austin T. Mahan misused USPS credit cards for personal purchases totaling over $54,000. Austin T. Mahan, 44, of Cape May Court House, New Jersey, pled guilty today to misappropriating postal funds, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Mahan admitted to the charge before U.S. District Judge Christine P. O’Hearn.

Postal Supervisor Embezzles $54K in USPS Funds

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced a young feline named Blink-182, nicknamed Blink, with an unfortunate sad story. This kitten's journey hasn't been easy. "This guy was purchased by a family when he was just a tiny baby, about 8-weeks-old. The dogs in the home tried to eat him. He was surrendered to us so that he could try to find a safe home," the shelter shares.

Meet Blink-182: The "Rather Emo Kitten" Looking For Love

Jacksonville, FL

A corrections officer is one of 17 people who have been arrested after a six-month investigation into illegal drug trafficking at the Duval County jail. Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters on Tuesday announced the arrest of corrections officer Kobe Collett, 23, the fifth employee the agency has arrested this year.

Corrections officer among 17 charged in Duval jail drug ring

Atmosphere by The Weather Channel curates products and services for all seasons. If you buy something from one of our links, we may earn a commission. Despite the poor weather buffering the plans, midwest, and south during Memorial Day, we hope this amazing sale can lift your spirits if you’re unexpectedly trapped indoors. We’ve covered the Roc inflatable stand up paddle board sales before, but this is one of the best sales we’ve seen yet from this hugely popular paddle board brand. One of the lowest previous sale prices I saw for the 10 ft. options was around $189.

This Best-Selling Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board Is On Sale For Memorial Day

San Bernardino County, CA

In a significant operation aimed at dismantling drug trafficking organizations, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department's Gangs/Narcotics Division recently executed several search warrants, resulting in substantial drug seizures.

California sheriff seizes humongous haul of illegal narcotics after serving search warrants

Fresno County, CA

Ceres, CA

In a significant drug bust, a California Highway Patrol (CHP) K-9 sergeant seized approximately 11 pounds of cocaine during a traffic stop on Interstate 5 (I-5) in Fresno County.

California Highway Patrol busts suspected drug runner who had 11 pounds of cocaine in his gym bag

Irvine Police Department officers swiftly responded to a call on Friday evening, alerting them to an attempted theft incident at a local Target store. The situation escalated when the suspect threatened loss prevention officers as they intervened to prevent the theft.

Cops: Serial Target shoplifter tries to stroll out of California store with cart of unpaid items

New Jersey State

Orangeburg, SC

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Torell Brown, 49, of Orangeburg, South Carolina, was sentenced today to 92 months in prison for his involvement in firearms trafficking and illegal possession of firearms and ammunition, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. The sentencing, carried out by U.S. District Judge Susan D. Wigenton, took place in Newark federal court.

92-Month Sentence for Firearms Trafficking and Illegal Possession

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Bridge Between Galveston And Pelican Island Remains Closed After Barge Crash, Oil Spill

Sign up for the Morning Brief email newsletter to get weekday updates from The Weather Channel and our meteorologists. The bridge connecting Galveston, Texas, to Pelican...

Bridge Between Galveston And Pelican Island Remains Closed After Barge Crash, Oil Spill

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