Arizona State

San Diego, CA

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Southern California were in for a rather interesting surprise after a watermelon shipment yielded an abundant harvest of something else: $5 million worth of methamphetamine. In an Aug. 20 news release, the agency said that a 29-year-old man driving a commercial tractor-trailer attempted...

Customs officers find $5M worth of meth disguised as watermelons at Mexico border

The Mirror US

Officers were in for a surprise when they uncovered $5 million worth of methamphetamine wrapped as poorly disguised watermelons as they were attempted to be brought over from Mexico in a tractor

Fake watermelons hide $5million of meth in Southern California but customs officers not fooled

Peoria, AZ

Prescott, AZ

HuffPost

The unnamed shooter apparently believed his gun was empty when he pulled the trigger, according to local authorities in Arizona.

Groom-To-Be Fatally Shoots Best Man After Skunk Hunting At Christian Camp: Sheriff

Los Angeles, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

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

Tempe, AZ

Scottsdale, AZ

New York Post

An Arizona State University professor allegedly shot and killed his wife at their home while their two teenage kids were inside, according to police.

David Zhu, a professor at ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business Department of Management and Entrepreneurship, is accused of blasting his wife, Susan Yijuan Yan, with a shotgun at their Scottsdale residence around 6:30 p.m. on Saturday night, according to the Scottsdale Police Department.

Yan, 46, was found with a gunshot wound and was taken to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead, cops said.

“This was an isolated incident that occurred inside the residence. No one...

Arizona State University business professor accused of fatally shooting his wife

BroBible

One of the many duties border patrol agents are tasked with is thwarting drug smugglers who have a tendency to get creative when it comes to disguising their shipments—as evidenced by a massive bust involving thousands of pounds of meth disguised as watermelons. Anyone who’s watched Breaking Bad knows that the nature of meth production […]
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$5 Million Worth Of Meth Disguised As Watermelons Seized By U.S. Border Control

Mississippi State

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Lowndes County, MS

Mississippi News Group

Ashley Waddell, a Mississippi woman has been charged with five separate crimes, including DUI, after crashing into the back of a bus with her vehicle on Tuesday afternoon in Lowndes County.

Mississippi Woman Crashes into Bus, Charged with DUI

California State

US Customs and Border Protection officers in southern California discovered that a supposed watermelon shipment wasn’t what it seemed after they uncovered more than $5 million worth of methamphetamine concealed inside, the agency said.

Customs officers in California seize $5 million worth of methamphetamine disguised as watermelons

Massachusetts State

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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

Emily Standley Allard

In the realm of astrology, each zodiac sign brings its unique set of characteristics, strengths, and challenges to a relationship. While the concept of being "challenging" is subjective and can vary greatly from one individual to another, in this context, we'll define it as someone who more sensitive, needy or overwhelming. Certain zodiac signs are known for their intense, dominant, or challenging personality traits that might not mesh well with someone seeking a calmer, more relaxed, more nurturing connection. Here's an exploration of the zodiac signs that might pose a challenge for those who consider themselves more on the sensitive side or simply seek a less turbulent relationship.

5 Most Challenging Signs to Date or Have a Relationship With

Wyoming State

WyoFile

Wyoming’s U.S. Sen. John Barrasso and Rep. Harriet Hageman handily staved off Republican challengers in Tuesday’s primary election. The Associated Press called the race at 8 p.m.

Barrasso, Hageman handily defeat Republican challengers

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has revealed they are still looking for a forever home for an adorable six to seven-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains, "We have received so many applications for identical but much younger Frenchie, Lillian, but no one for Joannie yet."

Meet Joannie: The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

InsideEdition

After collecting all the meth masquerading as melons, the drugs weighed just over 4587 pounds, officials announced.

Over 4,000 Pounds of Meth Worth Nearly $6M Poorly Disguised as Watermelons Discovered by Border Agents

In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Fox News

A manhunt is underway in Arizona for a suspect who threatened to kill former President Trump ahead of a planned rally in the state on Thursday.

Manhunt underway in Arizona for suspect who threatened to kill Trump as former president lands in border state

Buffalo, WY

The House Draw Fire burning in northern Wyoming grew to more than 163,000 acres on Thursday — nearly the combined size of Denver and Salt Lake City — threatening structures, prompting evacuation orders and forcing the closure of Interstate 90.

Wildfire burns 163,000 acres in northern Wyoming, forcing evacuations and I-90 closure

Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Command Sgt. Maj. Harold “Ed” Jarrell has been relieved as the senior enlisted for the Army’s 1st Information Operations Command, an Army spokesperson confirmed, marking the third time within a month and the second within a week, that the Army has fired a command sergeant major of a brigade or larger unit as per Task and Purpose.

The Army Fires 3rd Command Sergeant Major in a Month: Command Sgt. Maj. Harold "Ed" Jarrel

Texas State

Jack Beavers

The hits just keep on coming for cartel drug smugglers along the Texas border. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Agents report another big methamphetamine bust on one of the 28 international crossing points into Texas from Mexico. The latest reported bust occurred Thursday, August 22, 2024 at the Progreso International Bridge.

Big Cartel Meth Bust @ Texas Border

Seattle, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

So the big holiday weekend is here and the weather forecast is fantastic. If you haven’t already decided what you’re going to do, there’s plenty to choose from. Of course, there are some big events that we look forward to all year, but if huge crowds aren’t your thing, there are smaller happenings all over the region.

Big Events and Other Things To Do for Labor Day Weekend

NewsBreak

The Buzz: Arizona/Saudi relations go back long before Fondomonte

Stacks of hay bales sit beside an irrigation canal in Imperial Valley on June 20, 2023. Critics have called for reductions to the amount of alfalfa...

The Buzz: Arizona/Saudi relations go back long before Fondomonte

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