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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

Jackson, TN

Memorial Day weekend is coming up and Jackson and West Tennesse hope to lure visitors to the Hub City. Our David Oglesby checks in with Visit Jackson to see how they bring tourists to the area. Visit Jackson is working to get people to vacation, live in West Tennessee. Memorial...

Visit Jackson is working to get people to vacation and live in this area of West Tennessee

Bellingham, WA

Whatcom County, WA

Timothy A Gruver

Whatcom County home care aide Candice Rose Hilton has been charged with misconduct for accepting a $100 gift from a patient, the Washington Department of Health reported on Monday.

Home care aide charged for accepting $100 gift

Irvine, CA

NewSantaAna

SANTA ANA, Calif. – Rhean Jalipa Fontanoza , a 46-year-old UPS employee who was on work disability, has been charged with the special circumstance murder for executing his longtime friend and coworker after tracking him down on his delivery route and shooting at him 14 times, hitting him 10 times, in a matter of seconds as he sat seat belted in his delivery truck in Irvine last week. Authorities are still working to uncover the motive of what led to the execution of a longtime friend, according to the OCDA .

UPS driver who fatally shot his coworker and friend in Irvine charged with murder

Fresno, CA

Golden Gate Media

An inmate who walked away from a reentry program has been captured in Fresno, as confirmed by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Estefani Saldana-Lemus, 27, had been reported missing following a security check on Sunday night, prompting a swift response from law enforcement agencies.

Lady inmate with hard-to-ignore facial tattoos apprehended after she escapes California prison camp

Pleasanton, CA

A devastating single-vehicle accident on Wednesday night resulted in the tragic death of a family of four, according to a statement from the Pleasanton Police Department. The incident occurred around 9 p.m. on Foothill Road near Stoneridge Drive.

California family of four killed in fiery single-vehicle electric car crash

Lexington, KY

The Lexington Times

Lexington, Ky.--One defendant in a federal drug trafficking investigation, William D. Johnson, also known as "Bubba Johnson," has entered a guilty plea for his role in a conspiracy to distribute fentanyl in Fayette County. The plea agreement, filed Wednesday, described the operation as a 'trap house' on Lexington's southside.

Court docs detail DEA takedown of southside Lexington "trap house"

The Lantern

On Tuesday, the Franklin County Coroner’s Office identified the individual who died after falling from the southeast side of the Ohio Stadium during Sunday’s commencement ceremony. Credit: Katie Good.

Coroner’s office identifies individual who died at Sunday’s commencement ceremony, says incident is being investigated as death by suicide

Saint Petersburg, FL

The Quick Historian

In a harrowing incident that unfolded in St. Petersburg, Florida, a domestic dispute turned deadly as 28-year-old Devin Hansen allegedly shot and killed his wife, 35-year-old Yasmin Grijalva. The tragic event occurred on Wednesday, April 17, at around 10:25 p.m. when officers from the St. Petersburg Police Department responded to a shooting report at a residence on 29th Ave. North.

Man accused of killing wife and chasing down ambulance

Santa Clara County, CA

Los Altos, CA

The Los Altos Police Department, in collaboration with the Santa Clara County Medical Examiner-Coroner's Office, has finalized its investigation into the tragic deaths of Los Altos residents Steven Hooper, aged 74, and Chris Cryer, aged 66.

Coroner reveals surprising cause of death of senior couple found dead in wealthy California suburb

Denton, TX

Robert Russell Shaneyfelt

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

Massachusetts State

Scituate, MA

Dianna Carney

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced Chewbacca, nicknamed Chewy, who they describe as a funny fella who loves everyone. “This adorable mutt is built like an oversized Shih Tzu and weighs 25 lbs. Since he was found as a stray and never claimed, we don't know much about his past.” Chewy has a personality as unique as his looks. "He is overly friendly with all, dogs included. He can come on a bit strong but in the kindest way. He wants everyone to be his friend!" states the Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts, who is currently caring for Chewy until he finds his forever home.

Meet Chewbacca: The "Funny Fella" Looking For Love

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

Fredericksburg, VA

Cheryl E Preston

A class of Virginia second-graders received a lesson last Thursday their parents did not sign them up for. Fox News reports that students at Spotswood Elementary School in Fredericksburg were examined by medical personnel due to drugs being found.

Second-graders at a Virginia school required drug-related medical exams after teacher was arrested

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

While it's just an old superstition that cats will steal your breath, you'll gasp when you see how cute these cats are. All are available from local, Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link to each cat to get in touch with their respective shelter.

Six amazing cats that will take your breath away

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

Several young people spoke Monday during the public comment period of the Denver City Council. One young woman, Olivia Ewudziacquah, lamented that not enough is being done to help the migrants.

Migrants selling cotton candy with babies on their backs, homelessness, speeding among teen concerns

Gadsden, TN

Medina, TN

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Singing contest highlights West Tennessee Strawberry Festival in Humboldt

It’s a busy week in Humboldt. The West Tennessee Strawberry Festival is well underway, and locals have begun crowding the streets for the festivities. On Tuesday...

Singing contest highlights West Tennessee Strawberry Festival in Humboldt

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