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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

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

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Have you ever visited an old friend’s home and you found it messy? That probably irked you especially if you are one of the orderly zodiac signs. Yet, your friend didn’t seem bothered. People have different priorities in life. Some like keeping their homes and environment clean while others concentrate on their projects alone.

4 Dirtiest Zodiac Signs

Georgia State

The Current GA

Georgia voters kicked out incumbents, picked replacements for departing legislators and set the stage for June runoffs as well as the big show in November. Ballot casters up and down the Peach State made choices Tuesday that are already set to reshape the state Legislature, which could have an even greater effect on the average Georgian than who sits in the White House this time next year.

Voters deliver upsets in Georgia House races with other contests headed to a June runoff

Everyone aspires to be rich at a certain point in life. Some zodiac signs produce hard workers but poor financial managers. Studies indicate that spendthrifts struggle to save money. Some of them spend their salaries and go broke mid-month. They resort to borrowing loans from family members and friends to pay bills before they receive their next salary.

4 Most Poor Zodiac Signs

Anger is a strong emotion that we all have sometimes. However, some zodiac signs are highly sensitive to other people’s character and their environment. They easily react when someone agitates them. This makes it difficult for other people to interact with them for long as they fear setting them off. Besides, it is tricky being yourself when you are with a hot-tempered person.

6 Angry Zodiac Signs

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

Aqua and Chewey, our Pets of the Week this week, are so bonded they could be in an ad for Gorilla Glue or Titebond. Their super-tight friendship has helped them acclimate to shelter life, and they need to be adopted together. Since bonded pairs can take a little longer to adopt, we wanted to give these besties a boost here.

Aqua and Chewey are Two Peas in a Pod

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

Louisiana State

New Orleans, LA

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Shocking Case of Severe Abuse Uncovered After Car Accident. May 19, 2024, Tabone Parish, Louisiana- In an alarming case that has shocked the nation, the victim's mother, 40-year-old Latoya Harris, and her boyfriend, 41-year-old Terrence Washington, are now behind bars in Louisiana. The couple faces heinous charges after the 15-year-old girl is believed to have been subjected to unimaginable abuse at their home in Tabone Parish, just outside of New Orleans.

Teen Endures Horrific Abuse, Fights for Life

Ventura County, CA

Thousand Oaks, CA

Golden Gate Media

The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with the Thousand Oaks Police Department (TOPD), took swift action to curb illegal street racing activities following multiple reports from concerned residents on the evening of May 19, 2024.

California cops witness over 100 cars, bikes, pedestrians speeding away from an illegal street race

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

Devra Lee

Disclaimer: This content was written by Devra Lee for general informational and entertainment purposes only. This service is to provide astrological information that has been researched, recorded, and observed by the author.

Horoscope of the Day, Sunday 5/26

Today’s horoscope highlights relationship issues in new relationships, the need for relaxation, and the importance of resolving family matters. As we approach Sunday, the stars remind us to refresh your spirits and address the ongoing challenges in your lives. It is the guidance of the stars to work through these challenges with grace and rejuvenate your spirit.

Daily Horoscope | May 26, 2024

Virginia State

Cheryl E Preston

Why do some Black male diabetics ditch their medication?. This morning, I was told of yet another African American male in Southwest Virginia who passed away after he stopped taking his Type 2 Diabetes medication. The first time I heard this story was several decades ago and the young man was in his 20s. So it's not just males in later life who are giving up.

Something is causing Black males in Virginia to stop taking their Type 2 Diabetes medications

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"

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

Kansas State

Alameda County, CA

San Lorenzo, CA

Howard Reed, 31, has been booked into the Santa Rita Jail following his extradition from the Leavenworth County Detention Center in Kansas. Reed, a double homicide suspect, was wanted in connection with the shooting deaths of Jingwei "Melanie" Zhang, 32, and Dorothy Mak, 38, with whom he shared a residence in San Lorenzo.

California sheriff won't reveal motive behind mysterious, 'egregious' slayings of two Asian women

Jersey City, NJ

Newark woman received a 12-year prison sentence for a series of violent crimes in Jersey City, including three robberies and two shootings. Jersey City, NJ -Siobhan Chandler, a 21-year-old woman from Newark, was sentenced to 144 months in prison for her participation in a violent crime spree that took place in Jersey City on the evening of November 14, 2023. The announcement was made by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Woman Sentenced to 12 Years for Violent Jersey City Crimes

Maine State

The Maine Monitor

The Biden administration finalized new rules for nursing homes this week that establish minimum care hours from registered nurses and nurse aides, and require a registered nurse on duty at all times.

New federal rules will require nursing homes to increase staffing

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

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