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In a harrowing turn of events, the Birmingham Police Department has confirmed the tragic disappearance and death of Nakita Davidson, a 40-year-old mother of four, allegedly at the hands of her 37-year-old boyfriend, Cedric Robertson, a convicted felon.

Man arrested after kidnapped mother is found dead

Three Rivers, MI

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Three Rivers, Mich. - Three store owners in Three Rivers are facing charges after allegedly labor trafficking a woman who was brought to the United States under the pretext of marriage.

Three Charged After Woman Forced to Work at Three Rivers Store for 8 Years With No Pay

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Houston, TX

Lance R. Fletcher

A Texas teacher and her husband are now in custody, accused of taking thousands of dollars from home renovation clients and gambling away money they took for work they never finished.

Texas teacher and husband arrested, accused of gambling away $1.53 million in home renovation scam

Jersey City, NJ

Morristown Minute

Two members of a notorious Jersey City gang face life imprisonment under a sweeping indictment. In a significant crackdown on gang violence and organized crime, the U.S. Attorney's Office has announced the indictment of two Jersey City gang members, Kenneth Harrigan and Darion Canary, under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. Both men are accused of participating in a racketeering conspiracy that involved murder, shootings, and extensive narcotics distribution.

Gang Members Face Life Sentence for Murder and Trafficking

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Tampa, FL

L. Cane

Despite the caloric content and directives from a person's family doctor, many people enjoy a big, juicy hamburger every once in a while. A burger is arguably the ideal comfort food.

Florida's Thee Burger Spot, Which Reportedly Has The "Best" Burgers, Has A Burger Option For $7.75

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

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

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

Miami, FL

Every time I write an article about a Costco coming to Florida, it gets a good deal of attention and excitement. After all, there are only there are only just over 30 Costcos in Florida currently. And CNet has calculated that one can save $1,000 per year by shopping at the warehouse retailer.

Costco Has Reportedly Proposed To Buy Property In FL On The Cheap, Potentially Bringing 385 Jobs

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

Denver, CO

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Do you wonder what that nasty smell that has been cropping up all over Denver is?. I know. Denver has lots of nasty smells, including urine and feces in the alleys. There also is the unmistakable chemical smell of meth that turns some people’s stomachs. And of course, marijuana lingers in the air Denver-wide.

Opinion: The smell of death in Denver

Morristown, NJ

MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a significant policy change that will standardize the treatment of rental subsidies for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) applicants and recipients across the nation. Starting September 30, 2024, a uniform rule concerning "business arrangements" for rent payments will be applied, expanding a previously limited exception to all states.

SSI Rental Subsidy Expansion Nationwide by September 2024

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

Winter Garden, FL

It's not unusual for old Florida buildings like Kmart and Golden Coral to be demolished to be repurposed for other things. And now, a Florida Burger King has been torn down for a somewhat surprising downsizing reason.

An Old Florida Burger King Is Being Demolished For A Downsizing Tenant

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National Police Week to Honor Fallen Officers with Vigil and Remembrances in Washington D.C. and Bloomington

In a display of remembrance and respect, this week America turns its eyes to its law enforcement officers, marking National Police Week from May 12 through...

National Police Week to Honor Fallen Officers with Vigil and Remembrances in Washington D.C. and Bloomington

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