New York City, NY

Columbus, OH

Naples, FL

New York Post

A Florida high school student claimed she was barred from her prom when she showed up wearing a suit and unknowingly violated the school’s dress code.

Sophie Savidge, 16, a junior at Mason Classical Academy in Naples, wore a black suit with an olive-colored vest and tie to the ritzy Vanderbilt Country Club on Saturday, hoping to fill the night with lasting memories.

However, Savidge learned from school administrators that she had violated the academy’s dress code for formal occasions and needed to leave, according to NBC News.



Savidge’s mother, Holly, who dropped the student off at the venue, claimed Vice Principal Nissa...

Florida high school student claims she was barred from her prom for wearing suit instead of a dress: ‘I was so upset’

Las Vegas, NV

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Henderson, NV

The Quick Historian

In a distressing incident that has shaken the community, Nevada parents Misty and Jeffery Scanlan have been arrested on charges of child abuse/neglect after their 11-year-old child was found confined in a "large metal enclosure." The arrest came to light when officers were summoned to investigate a truancy issue.

Parents arrested after 11-year-old found in metal enclosure

Courtland, MS

Karla Marie Speaks

On December 6, 2014, 19-year-old Jessica Chambers was found walking along a road in Courtland, Mississippi, engulfed in flames with burns covering 98% of her body. She had been doused with a flammable liquid and set on fire in a horrific attack. Despite whispering a name that sounded like "Eric" or "Derrick" to first responders, the perpetrator of this heinous crime remains unknown. Jessica’s simple trip to the gas station ended in her tragic death.

10-Year-Old Cold Case | Burned Alive: The Chilling Mystery of Jessica Chambers' Unsolved Murder

San Francisco, CA

The man convicted of attempting to kidnap then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and attacking her husband with a hammer is set to be sentenced in federal court Friday.

Jurors found David DePape, 44, guilty in November of attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assault on the immediate family member of a federal official. 

Prosecutors have asked Judge Jacqueline Scott Corley for a 40-year prison term.



DePape admitted during trial testimony that he broke into the Pelosis’ San Francisco home Oct. 28, 2022, intending to hold the speaker hostage and “break her kneecaps” if she lied to him. 

He also acknowledged bludgeoning Paul Pelosi with...

Man who broke into ex-Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s home and bludgeoned her husband with a hammer to be sentenced

Irvine, CA

NewSantaAna

The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested 46-year-old Rhean Fontanoza , of Aliso Viejo, for the murder of a UPS driver. Yesterday, at about 3:00 p.m., IPD responded to the area of Fleming and Chrysler after multiple reports of gunshots being heard. Officers arrived on scene and located a UPS driver slumped over in the driver’s seat of his delivery truck. Officers pulled him from the vehicle and began life saving measures. The driver suffered multiple gunshot wounds and died from his injuries. He was identified as Expedito Cuesta De Leon , 50, of Aliso Viejo.

A UPS driver was fatally shot in Irvine by a coworker who has been arrested

Manchester, NH

InDepthNH.org

Manchester police say the area mentioned in the news release is now open, but no further information at this time. At approximately 07:56 AM, Manchester Police responded to a report of a deceased individual.

UPDATE: Area Open. Stay Away From Area Where Dead Person Found in Manchester, Police Advise

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

Take note because this very moment begins a years-long love story with your new cat. Take a screenshot. Tell your mama. You'll want to remember this. Each of these guys and gals are available to adopt right now from local Kansas City animal shelters. Just click on the provided links to get in touch with their respective shelters. Don't resist--it's fate.

Five adoptable cats you'll fall in love with

Hollywood, FL

A teen mom allegedly sent a photo of herself appearing to stomp on the head of her 10-month-old baby in a twisted plot to win back her ex.

Alicia Brea, 18, from Hollywood, Florida, was arrested and charged with one count of child cruelty without causing great bodily harm after she sent the image to the child’s father, according to Law & Crime.

She also sent it to a friend, who was so alarmed that she reported her friend “stomping” on her baby, according to an affidavit obtained by the outlet.



Christopher Gregor, NJ dad accused of son’s treadmill death, tried to coach his mother’s testimony



“(Brea) stated she...

Florida teen mom sent ex pics of her ‘stomping’ on baby’s head in sick plot to win him back

MANCHESTER – After skipping every day of his trial, Adam Montgomery finally showed up in court Thursday as he was given the maximum sentence for killing his five-year-old daughter, Harmony Montgomery.

Adam Montgomery Shows Up and Gets Max Sentence for Killing Daughter, Harmony

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

Jacksonville Today

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

Fort Worth, TX

Robert Russell Shaneyfelt

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

Brooklyn, NY

Jersey City, NJ

Hoboken, NJ

NewsBreak

Swastikas drawn on Israeli-owned NYC eatery mark third antisemitic attack since Oct. 7

The same Israeli restaurateur whose kosher Upper East Side cafe was subjected to back-to-back antisemitic attacks saw another one of his eateries defaced with swastikas this...

Swastikas drawn on Israeli-owned NYC eatery mark third antisemitic attack since Oct. 7

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