Arizona State

Mountain View, CA

Placentia, CA

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A 41-year-old California barber allegedly became so enraged after the 6-year-old child he was babysitting peed his pants at the park that he tortured and beat the boy to death with a “large piece of raw lumber.”. Ernest Lamar Love is facing murder, torture and child abuse charges in...

6-year-old boy who just started first grade beaten to death with ‘large piece of raw lumber’ by babysitting barber because he peed his pants at park: Cops

Oklahoma State

iHeartRadio

6.4 Magnitude Earthquake Reported

Doral, FL

The Independent

 A Florida mother was arrested for leaving her three-year-old son alone in an apartment when she went to get plastic surgery.Jessica Renteria, 25, was taken into custody on charges of child neglect following the incident back on June 27. Police had responded to the woman’s apartment complex in Doral around 4.15pm that afternoon after tenants found the child wandering the complex alone.Now, police have released bodycam footage from the incident, showing an officer finding the child and asking where his mother is.“Hey, little buddy, what’s your name?” the officer asks the child. “Do you know where papi and mami...

Florida mom arrested for leaving three-year-old son alone in apartment to go and get plastic surgery

South Carolina State

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Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

Owatonna, MN

A former Minnesota state trooper allegedly responsible for a car crash that killed an 18-year-old cheerleader is no longer employed by the Minnesota State Patrol, according to the agency.

A state trooper is accused of killing a cheerleader who was about to graduate. He’s no longer with the agency

It's been over twenty-five years since actor/photographer Roddy McDowall died of lung cancer in 1998. McDowall, despite some career challenges, was one of that breed of rare former child actors who successfully transitioned into Hollywood adulthood. He was also, however, one of the industry's "openly closeted" actors, which came with its own sense of issues. This is his story.

The Not-So-Secret Gay Life of Actor Roddy McDowell: 25 Years After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

Georgia State

Wide Open Country

The Apalachee High school shooting in Georgia has ripped the nation apart. Colt Gray, the alleged shooter, has had many details leak following his arrest. However, Gray's grandfather, Charlie Polhamus, spoke to WMAZ about the blame being shared between Colt and his father, Colin. Per WMAZ, Polhamus was direct with his opinions on the tragedy.

Grandfather Of Alleged Georgia School Shooter Colt Gray Says Dad Is Just As Guilty

NBC News

A spokesperson for former President Donald Trump's campaign commented this week on reports of a Trump clemency recipient being convicted of a domestic violence-related charge by saying, "President Trump believes anyone convicted of a crime should spend time behind bars.”. The statement from Trump’s national press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, to...

Trump campaign says the former president believes 'anyone convicted of a crime' should be jailed

Los Angeles, CA

It's been more than four decades since former child star William “Billie” Thomas Jr. died in Los Angeles of a heart attack at only 49 on October 10, 1980. Best known as "Buckwheat," the character he portrayed in the original Hal Roach-ignited Our Gang/Little Rascals classic film shorts from 1934 to 1944, Thomas faced similar challenges and misfortunes of several of his co-stars and other former child actors. This is his story.

Billie "Buckwheat" Thomas - 'Little Rascals'/'Our Gang' Child Star: 44 Years After His Tragic Death

Kansas State

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Missouri State

CJ Coombs

According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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After serving the Fort Lauderdale community for over 25 years, Canyon restaurant has officially closed its doors, making way for a new culinary experience. The beloved dining spot, known for its Southwestern flavors and loyal following, will be replaced by Daniel’s, a steakhouse from the Miami-based Gioia Hospitality Group.

Beloved Florida Restaurant Closes Its Doors After 25 Years, Steakhouse Set to Move In

Salem, OH

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Wisconsin State

Pittsburgh, PA

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The vice president issued a blunt reminder about her 2024 rival Donald Trump.

Kamala Harris Rally Audience Erupts Over Her Response To 'He's Going To Jail' Interruption

Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix police have launched a manhunt for a suspect who shot two construction workers on Sunday morning, killing one and leaving the other fighting for his life. Authorities are asking for the public's help identifying a suspect who allegedly shot and killed 48-year-old Alan David Whitworth and critically injured his 19-year-old nephew, unnamed for safety reasons.

Construction worker and teen nephew shot on the job after argument with suspect as manhunt launched

Denver, CO

David Heitz

An opinion piece appearing in the Journal of the American Medical Association, or JAMA this week illustrates why the drug problem among people experiencing homelessness in Denver may be so severe. It's because many homeless people aren't addicted to just one drug, but two, according to the viewpoint's author, Benjamin A. Howell of Yale School of Medicine and colleagues.

Fentanyl-meth combo ravages homeless in Denver, so why aren't there better treatments?

Town Talks

In 2022, fewer Americans moved overall, but when they did, 1 in 5 chose to relocate to a different state, according to recent Census data. Population growth has returned to pre-pandemic levels, with Southern states continuing to attract new residents, while the Northeast, particularly New York and Pennsylvania, saw the largest declines.

Where people in North Carolina are moving to most

Chesterfield County, VA

Margaret Minnicks

WRIC 8 News reported that a Chesterfield special needs student was found with drugs belonging to an elementary teacher on Thursday, August 29. Mary Horton was arrested at Hopkins Elementary School after an officer with the Chesterfield County Police Department responded to a report of “what appeared to be methamphetamine” in her possession."

A special needs student found drugs belonging to an elementary teacher in Chesterfield County

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Recent circuit court ruling bans mug shots from being posted online in Arizona

PHOENIX (AZFamily)—A court ruling this week banned agencies from posting mug shots online in Arizona. The justices say it’s to protect individuals who have not been...

Recent circuit court ruling bans mug shots from being posted online in Arizona

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