Oakland, 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

Los Angeles, CA

ABC News

A Southern California family's Labor Day weekend picnic turned into a terrifying ordeal when a mountain lion attacked a 5-year-old boy.

Boy snatched by mountain lion as family watches in horror

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

San Francisco, CA

Straight Arrow News SANcom

In response to increasing fentanyl overdoses in drug markets, San Francisco is adopting a new strategy: deporting migrants from the city.

San Francisco deporting migrants linked to open-air drug markets

San Jose, CA

CBS San Francisco

Three men were arrested for alleged human trafficking and four survivors were found after three residential brothels were found in San Jose, police said Thursday.According to officers, warrants were served at homes on Palacio Royale Circle, Bonita Avenue and Gifford Avenue on Aug. 28, following a two-month investigation by the department's Human Trafficking Task Force. The task force launched the investigation after receiving multiple tips from the community.As officers served the warrants, police said they located four adult female human trafficking survivors. The women were provided resources.On the same day, police arrested 34-year-old Naisong Tong and 60-year-old Guihua Tao, both of San Jose. The pair were booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on suspicion of human trafficking.A third suspect, identified as 53-year-old Zhiqiang Liu of Rosemead, was arrested in San Jose on Tuesday and booked into the Santa Clara County Jail on suspicion of human trafficking.Authorities did not say when the suspects would appear in court.Police are urging anyone with information about human trafficking activities to contact the department's Human Trafficking Task Force at 408-537-1999. Anyone with information about this specific case is urged to contact Detective Goldberg of the task force over email or by calling 408-537-1224.


3 accused of human trafficking after police find brothels in San Jose

California State

Fox News

Black activists warned California Gov. Gavin Newsom of a "direct impact" for Kamala Harris after state Democratic lawmakers killed two reparations bills.

Black Californians warn Newsom of 'direct impact' on Harris after Democrats kill slave reparation bills

Stockton, CA

Manteca, CA

MANTECA -- Manteca police on Friday asked the community for information regarding a black Mercedes-Benz that is believed to have been involved in the slaying of a Stockton-based rap artist who died in 2022.Police released the photo of the vehicle with the license plate 6YST960.On Aug. 5, 2022, officers had responded at 8:17 a.m. to 176 Trevino Ave. on reports of a possible shooting at an apartment complex.Twenty-nine-year-old Manteca resident Disean Victor also known by his musical name Young Slo-Be was found at the scene suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The rapper died from his injuries.Manteca Police Department detectives who...

Police seek info on Mercedes connected to Stockton rapper's killing

North Carolina State

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Fayetteville, NC

Town Talks

It’s never too early to think about retirement, and where you live plays a huge role in your quality of life during those golden years. Surprisingly, four North Carolina cities rank among the worst places to retire in the United States, according to WalletHub.

4 North Carolina Cities Ranked Among Worst Places to Retire in America

South Carolina State

Charlotte, NC

Choosing the right city to call home can be a daunting task, especially in a country as vast as the U.S. Fortunately, U.S. News & World Report has made the decision a bit easier with their annual list of the Best Places to Live.

North Carolina City Lands On The Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2024-2025

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

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Popular California Eatery Crowned 'Best Mexican Restaurant' In The State

Salem, OH

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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

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

Moxie Steak House hasn’t even been open for a month, and already their bar is full with patrons sipping martinis as they wait for their steaks most Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Owner Christopher Seiwald set out to open a restaurant with his longtime chef partner Donna Meadows after closing their last food venture, Little House Café. When the former Angela’s location became available, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to bring something new to Alameda.

Alameda’s New Steak House Has Moxie

Kentucky State

Starting in late September, the federal government will relaunch its at-home COVID-19 test program that makes every U.S. household eligible for four free COVID-19 tests to be sent directly to their home.

Every household can get four free COVID-19 tests by mail, starting late September

Sacramento, CA

Shine My Crown

Dr. Geohaira Sosa, a 32-year-old first-year psychiatry resident at UC Davis, tragically passed away on August 29, 2024, after being struck by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter in Sacramento, California. The accident occurred at approximately 10:30 a.m. near the intersection of Alhambra Boulevard and Folsom Boulevard. Sosa, who...

32-Year-Old Doctor Tragically Killed in Electric Scooter Accident in Sacramento

Massachusetts State

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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

Santa Cruz County, CA

Aptos, CA

A homeowner has turned back on an agreement to house a convicted kidnapper and rapist in a town in Santa Cruz County, forcing officials to place him elsewhere, according to the county's District Attorney's Office. Michael Thomas Cheek, a declared sexually violent predator, was originally planned to be placed in a rental at 204 Forest Drive in the unincorporated town of Aptos, if the court agreed. The public recommendation was made by officials from the California Department of State Hospitals and Liberty Healthcare, which runs the state's conditional release program for declared sexually violent predators. This was met with opposition...

Rapist won't move into Santa Cruz County home after homeowner rescinds agreement

Colorado State

Wilmington, NC

Wilmington landed on a list ranking America's cleanest cities. Fortunately for the Port City, it was put in the clean category. American Lung Association, a voluntary health organization whose mission is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research, ranked 2024's Polluted Cities in America and the top 10 cleanest cities. Wilmington came in 4th on the clean list.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Most Cleanest City in the State

Emeryville, CA

Berkeley, CA

Albany, CA

NewsBreak

Gunfire erupts at Oakland sideshow, neighbors fed up with city leadership, \"it seems like they don’t care.\"

An East Oakland neighborhood erupted into gunfire early Saturday morning...

Gunfire erupts at Oakland sideshow, neighbors fed up with city leadership, "it seems like they don’t care."

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