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Webster, MA

The Quick Historian

In Webster, Massachusetts, a 68-year-old man, Walter Fanion, has been arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and assaulting a juvenile at Memorial Beach. The incident, reported by the victim to Webster Police, led to Fanion's apprehension following a swift investigation.

Man lured girl to car then kidnapped and assaulted her, police say

Kansas City, MO

Cats of Kansas City

Many people have lost faith in the news and question truth from all comers. The idea of a universal truth, outside of the sky being blue and that one plus one equals two, seems to be more and more elusive. One thing that everyone can agree on, however, is that cats are the world's greatest pets. Dogs are fine, sure, but they aren't cats. Fish are kind of fun to look at...for like five minutes. Cats though? No fact check needed. They're the best.

Six great cats you can welcome into your home right now

Do you hear knocking at your door? Is that a faint meow coming from your front stoop? No, it's coming from inside the house. Don't worry. That's just the sound of this article nudging you to consider adopting one of these cats. All of these guys are ready and waiting for you at local Kansas City animal shelters. Just use the link to find out more information about them and to get in touch with their local shelters.

Five great cats that want keys to your house

Tulsa, OK

In Tulsa, Oklahoma, a disturbing incident at the Ottawa County Jail has led to significant prison sentences for two men. Justin Gering, 30, and Tyler Tavis, 23, have each been sentenced to 60 months in federal prison followed by one year of supervised release. Their convictions were for arson of property belonging to an institution and organization receiving federal financial assistance.

2 Men sentenced for setting inmate on fire

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

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A Jacksonville man who spent more than 44 years in prison is suing over his wrongful arrest. Willie Williams was convicted of attempted murder in a store robbery in 1975 and sentenced to life in prison, a crime he always insisted he did not commit. He was paroled in 2020 at age 79.

Freed Jacksonville man sues after 44 years in prison

Red Lake, MN

Karla Marie Speaks

A.I. was used to draft an outline for this article. In a tragic incident, a 35-year-old woman named Jennifer Stately has been federally charged for a horrific incident that occurred in the small town of Red Lake, Minnesota on March 15, 2024.

Woman Charged with Abduction, Murdering her 2 Children and Setting Home on Fire

Kettering, OH

Thanks to Claudia Timko of Kettering for sharing this wonderful photo of Dougie and Ruthie, who Claudia said are living at the Timko doggie B&B now while being medically fostered after a rough battle with heartworm. Dougie and Ruthie are both 10 and they've had a rough life she said they're finally safe. Thanks, Claudia!

Meet Dougie & Ruthie, our Pets of the Day for May 14

Maine State

Caribou, ME

The Maine Monitor

Sherri Parker, assistant director of nursing at Caribou Rehab and Nursing, recalled a woman who came to her facility and was so sedated by the prescribed antipsychotic medication she had been taking at home that they couldn’t keep her awake for therapy because “she’d fall asleep in front of you.”

Use of antipsychotics in Maine nursing homes climbs

South Carolina State

Beaufort, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Hey y’all. Beaufort did it again. Beautiful Beaufort, SC was just named among the Most Beautiful Coastal Towns in the South by Southern Living magazine in its recently published article, “The 15 Most Beautiful Coastal Towns in the South.”

3 South Carolina spots named among Southern Living's 15 Most Beautiful Coastal Towns in South

New York City, NY

Bronx, NY

Morristown Minute

The defendants admitted to exploiting pandemic relief programs and participating in illicit drug trafficking. In a significant federal case, two men from the Bronx, New York, have pleaded guilty to charges involving more than $25 million in fraudulently obtained COVID-19 unemployment benefits, with one of the defendants also admitting to involvement in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the admissions, which stem from a complex multi-agency investigation.

Multi-Million Fraud & Fentanyl Ring: Guilty Pleas

Missouri State

Sunset Hills, MO

CJ Coombs

Another name used for this historic property is House of the Rising Sun, otherwise, its historic name is #1 Fairway. It's at 11869 Fairlind Drive in Sunset Hills, Missouri (St. Louis County). It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 4, 2024.

#1 Fairway was the name of a historic home in Sunset Hills, Missouri

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

Nixon, TX

In a startling turn of events, a 10-year-old boy from Nixon, Texas, has confessed to fatally shooting a 32-year-old stranger while the man was sleeping two years ago. The tragic incident came to light after a series of events unfolded, shedding light on the disturbing revelation.

10-year-old confesses to killing stranger as he slept

Xenia, OH

Thanks to Jaymea and Scott Davis of Xenia for sharing these fantastic photos of Memphis Belle, who they rescued. Thanks for watching Jaymea and Scott!

Meet Memphis Belle, our Pet of the Day for May 15

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Springfield Domestic Violence Coalition: More incidents occur than reported by police

CLARK COUNTY, Ohio (WKEF) -- The Springfield Domestic Violence Coalition gathers statistics on intimate partner violence in Clark County to help other nonprofits know where to...

Springfield Domestic Violence Coalition: More incidents occur than reported by police

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