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14-Year-Old Boy Fatally Shot by Mom Protecting Her Daughters in Texas
Aleah Wallace, a Texas woman, fatally shot 14-year-old Devin Baker after he allegedly attempted to break into her home in Fort Worth. No charges have been filed against Wallace, but the case has been sent to a grand jury.
Mormon Church's $2 Billion Farmland Acquisition Surpasses Gates and China
The Mormon church, officially known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), has acquired extensive farmland in the United States, now valued at around $2 billion, outstripping the holdings of Bill Gates and China combined.
Former Congressman Accuses Delta of Transporting Undocumented Migrants
George Santos, recently expelled from Congress, criticized Delta Airlines in a social media video, alleging they transport undocumented migrants without evidence. Right-wing commentator Ashley St Clair claimed to witness migrants on a Delta flight from Phoenix to New York, questioning their travel funding.
Texas Family Discovers Drunk Driver Asleep in Their Home After Deadly Crash
Daniel Alexander Rodriguez-Olivares allegedly drove under the influence and crashed his BMW into a family's front yard in Houston. The crash resulted in the death of a female passenger and Rodriguez-Olivares being found passed out in the homeowner's bedroom.
Pennsylvania Businessman Seeks House Arrest for $15 Million Tax Dodge
Joseph Nocito, a Pennsylvania businessman, was sentenced for a $15 million fraud scheme used to construct a 51,000-foot mansion. Nocito, 81, requested his one-year prison term be converted to house arrest, proposing to reside in a smaller home without his butler.
Catholic Women's College Withdraws Transgender Policy Following Community Backlash
St. Mary's College in Indiana reversed its decision to allow transgender applicants, returning to its original admission policy. The reversal followed concerns voiced by church leaders, students, and alumni about the policy's alignment with Catholic teachings.
MTA Worker Rescues Shivering Beagle in NYC Subway, Reunites Him with Family
Blue, a lost beagle, was found in a NYC subway station by MTA worker James Dineen. Dineen and coworkers fostered Blue while searching for his owners. Blue was reunited with his family after they saw a Facebook post.
Alex Batty Learns Life Lessons from Harry Potter During Six-Year Absence
Alex Batty, 17, self-educated by reading J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series during his six years missing. He read each book in the series at least 20 times while traveling through Europe with his mother and grandfather.
Lawyer Accused of Poisoning Ex-Boyfriend's Relatives with Store-Bought Food
Brazilian lawyer Amanda Partata is accused of poisoning her ex-boyfriend's father and grandmother, leading to their deaths. Security footage shows Partata purchasing food items, including a juice container, suspected to be laced with poison.
Outgoing Louisiana Governor Releases 40 Murderers Among 56 Pardoned Inmates
Louisiana's outgoing governor, John Bel Edwards, pardons 56 inmates, including 40 convicted murderers. Edwards' actions are part of his efforts to reduce Louisiana's status as the biggest jailer per capita in the United States.
Repeat DUI Offender Causes Fatal Crash Killing Mother and Teen Son
Melissa Powell and her son Riordan were killed in a car accident in Broomfield, Colorado, on December 12, 2023. The suspect, Jose Menjivar, has been charged with DUI and vehicular homicide, with a history of three previous DUI convictions.
Mexican Officials Accused of Aiding Illegal Migrant Crossings into Texas
A significant increase in migrants crossing into Eagle Pass, Texas, with claims that Mexican officials are instructing them on illegal entry. Migrants report extortion and mistreatment by Mexican authorities, leading to a surge in illegal crossings.
After 48 Years in Jail for a Crime He Didn't Commit, Oklahoma Man Gets Only $175,000
Glynn Simmons, 71, was exonerated after serving 48 years in prison for a 1975 murder, marking the longest wrongful sentence in U.S. history. Despite his exoneration, Simmons is eligible for only $175,000 in compensation from the state.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott Sends Migrants to Chicago by Plane Amidst Rising Tensions
Texas Governor Greg Abbott chartered a flight transporting 91 migrants from El Paso to Chicago, adding to the city's growing migrant population. Chicago is struggling to accommodate the influx, with nearly 300 migrants at O'Hare Airport and others in police stations, totaling around 14,100 in city shelters.
Rudy Giuliani Must Pay $148 Million Now, Judge Warns of Asset Hiding
Judge Beryl A. Howell ordered Rudy Giuliani to immediately pay $148 million to two Georgia election workers for defamation. Giuliani is accused of trying to hide his assets to avoid payment and has not provided proof of his inability to pay.
Michigan Parents File Lawsuit Against School for Using Male Pronouns for Daughter
Dan and Jennifer Mead have filed a lawsuit against Rockford Public School District for using male pronouns for their daughter without informing them. The lawsuit claims violation of the Meads' First and Fourteenth Amendment rights.
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