Hawaii State

Mississippi State

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Gulfport, MS

Mississippi News Group

On June 14, 2024, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 15-year-old Lexi Jade Brown, charging her with attempted murder and first-degree arson. The arrest followed a violent incident in the early morning hours according to a press release from teh Gulfport PD.

15 year old charged with attempted murder and arson after victim wakes up being stabbed

NewSantaAna

The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

MotorBiscuit


Know your personal rights at DWI checkpoints. Be aware of how things go and what officers can and can't legally do.
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Here’s What the Police Can Legally Do at DWI Checkpoints

Virginia State

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Southern Charm

Driving is not just about following traffic signs and obeying speed limits; it involves a myriad of unspoken rules and signals that help maintain harmony on the roads. One such practice is flashing headlights, a common yet somewhat controversial method of communication between drivers. In Virginia, like many other states, this action raises questions about legality and appropriateness. Let’s delve into the details to understand whether it's illegal to flash your headlights in Virginia and the broader implications of this driving etiquette.

Flashing Headlights in Virginia: What Drivers Need to Know

When facing a DUI charge, you need a DUI lawyer to help you get the best possible outcome. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that around 37 people in the U.S. die every day in drunk-driving collisions. That works out to one individual every 39 minutes. You’ve undoubtedly heard...

4 Mistakes That Can Derail Your DUI Case

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Athens, GA

Now Habersham

A 19-year-old Lawrenceville man is in custody after allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor, according to a news release from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Teen arrested for kidnapping and molestation after Athens hit-and-runs

Independence, IA

The US Sun

AUTHORITIES have warned drivers to adhere to posted speed limits, or be spotted and ticketed by new cameras – but turns out written tickets are even costlier. Drivers can automatically be ticketed $1,000 in certain zones if caught by a camera. Speed cameras have been installed across Independence, Iowa – about 45 minutes north of […]

Drivers face fines $120 over usual tickets for even 6mph above speed limit – cops warn licenses and insurance at risk

Colorado State

The trucking company who employed a previously deported truck driver recently involved in a fatal wreck in Colorado had a history of ELD violations and hiring unlicensed drivers, investigators found. The June 11th wreck near Aspen Park, Colorado caused 47-year-old truck driver Ignacio Cruz Mendoza to overturn in his rig,...

Trucking company in wreck with deported driver had history of employing unlicensed drivers

Clarke County, MS

In a tragic turn of events, 14-year-old Chquese Porter has been denied bond following his formal charging as an adult in the shooting death of 12-year-old Caleb Bender. The incident occurred around 1:00 am on June 29th, 2024, at a residence on River Rd near the intersection of Leola St in the Town of Stonewall, according to a press release from the Clarke County Sheriff.

Bond Denied for 14-Year-Old Charged with Murder in Clarke County

Bacon County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

A Piece of Travel

It doesn't take much time on the road to know there are less-than-ideal drivers that share the pavement with us. But could it be that some states have a higher concentration of ruder drivers than others?

10 States With the Rudest Drivers

UTAH was the first state to implement hefty felony charges for road rage after startling statistics – a prosecution was made 10 days later. On July 1, Utah passed House Bill 30 to discourage foul play that often led to serious or fatal crashes. The state came in first for the most aggressive drivers in […]

New crackdown road rage law comes into force as first driver caught following ‘scary’ miles-long chase

Katy, TX

Law & Crime

Authorities in Texas say that a premature newborn with the umbilical cord still attached was abandoned on the side of the road over the weekend.
The post Premature newborn still covered in ‘fresh placenta’ abandoned on roadside, suspect seen running away first appeared on Law & Crime.

Premature newborn abandoned on roadside, suspect seen running away

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Speeding tickets are a common annoyance for many drivers, but did you know that most people get them in the morning? This intriguing pattern has several underlying reasons. In this article, we will explore the various factors contributing to this phenomenon — from human behavior to traffic patterns — and offer some practical advice on how to avoid getting caught speeding during your morning commute.

Why most people get speeding tickets in the morning

Coffee County, GA

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Lexington, KY

USA TODAY

Alex Otte was 13 when a devastating collision altered her life. She's worked since then to raise awareness of intoxicated boating.

A drunken boater forever changed this woman's life. Now she's on a mission.

Los Angeles, CA

Minneapolis, MN

Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence late Friday night, the California Highway Patrol said Sunday night. According to a police report, the Los Angeles Communications Center notified the California Highway Patrol of a disabled vehicle blocking a lane of traffic on the Glen Anderson (105) Freeway near Los Angeles International Airport. Officers reported approaching a white Rolls Royce with the driver asleep behind the wheel, and a California Highway Patrol spokesperson confirmed the driver was asleep when officers arrived.

Vikings' Jordan Addison arrested on suspicion of DUI in Los Angeles

New Jersey State

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced today that Walmart has agreed to pay $1.64 million to settle allegations of unlawful unit pricing practices across its 64 New Jersey retail stores. The settlement, which includes a $1.61 million civil penalty, marks the largest ever obtained by the Division’s Office of Weights and Measures (OWM).

Walmart Pays $1.64M Settlement for Unlawful Pricing in NJ

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Gov. Andy Beshear announced on Thursday the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police (KSP) known as “Operation Summer Heat,” following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings.

HPD investigating complaints about false arrests by officers looking for drunk drivers

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