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- USJournal Star
Major Downtown Peoria building sold to local developer with plan for offices, residences
The 11-story building, which opened in 1926, will be redeveloped.
2 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Arizona Latinos weigh disappointment with Trump and Biden, especially on the border
Polling shows that Latino voters broadly say that former President Donald Trump would do a better job securing the border than President Joe Biden.
12 min read - USMSNBC
American Airlines walks back defense blaming 9-year-old for being secretly recorded in plane bathroom
American Airlines made headlines this week for blaming a 9-year-old for negligence after she was secretly filmed by a flight attendant in an airplane bathroom.
2 min read - USChicago Tribune
Chicago man found with automatic weapon after high speed chase on Borman
A Chicago man was charged with possession of a machine gun after a police pursuit that reached speeds of more than 100 mph on Borman Expressway last weekend. Wendell Space Jr., 30, is charged with unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon, a Level 4 felony; possession of a machine gun, a Level 5 felony; alteration of a firearm’s identifying marks, a Level 4 felony; resisting ...
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High school valedictorian delivers poignant graduation speech hours after father’s funeral
High school class valedictorian Alem Hadzic was unusually somber before delivering his commencement speech on May 16.
2 min read - USBaltimore Sun
Marilyn Mosby sentenced to year of home detention for perjury, mortgage fraud
BALTIMORE — Former Baltimore State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby was sentenced Thursday to one year of home detention for her perjury and mortgage fraud convictions, and ordered to forfeit her Florida condo. U.S. District Judge Lydia Kay Griggsby handed down a sentence of three years of supervised release, opting against sending Mosby to prison. Prosecutors had sought 20 months in prison. ...
7 min read - PoliticsPortsmouth Herald
House revives gun bill mandating NH share mental health data for FBI background checks
The sole bipartisan gun bill of the legislative session was revived Thursday in the NH House, prompting a heated argument among House Republicans.
3 min read - USJournal Star
'Cold and premeditated': Peoria man receives 90-year sentence for 2021 fatal shooting
Michael Anthony Charles Johnson II was shot and killed in his driveway in the 600 block of Haungs Avenue on July 4, 2021.
3 min read - USWJAX
‘She watched him drown to his death:’ VA family awarded $1.3M in drowning settlement against Airbnb
The family of a teenage boy who died last year after drowning in a Clay County pool filed a wrongful death lawsuit and was awarded $1.3 million in a settlement.
2 min read - USIndyStar | The Indianapolis Star
Purdue and Elanco to create 3-acre research facility near former GM stamping plant site
The facility will be part of a new OneHealth Innovation District surrounding the future Elanco Global Headquarters.
3 min read - USWSOC
SC preschool teacher faces child abuse charges against 7-year-old boy
A South Carolina preschool teacher is facing child abuse charges. Police say she shoved, kicked, pushed and dragged a 7-year-old boy.
2 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Fani Willis files appeal against decision to dismiss charges in election interference case
The judge ruled in March that six of the charges in the indictment be quashed because they lack sufficient detail.
1 min read - USNiagara Gazette, Niagara Falls, N.Y.
Divided Niagara Falls City Council approves contract to design new animal shelter
May 23—A divided Falls City Council approved spending $13,000 with a Buffalo design firm to begin the initial work for the development of a new city animal shelter at Hyde Park. Council Chair James Perry (D) with Members Traci Bax (R) and David Zajac (R), voted to approve the contract with Clark Patterson Lee, following a recommendation from Mayor Robert Restaino. Council Members Brian Archie ...
3 min read - USWHIO
‘Eye-opening;’ I-Team reporting about violence against teachers gets reaction in Washington, D.C.
Our exclusive investigation found that most teachers have experienced violence in the classroom.
2 min read - USThe Des Moines Register
Dependable, reliable, kind: Family, friends remember couple killed in Greenfield tornado
Dean and Pam Wiggins, who were married 58 years, were dedicated to serving their beloved community of Greenfield, family and friends said.
2 min read - USWSOC
Thieves impersonate sheriff’s office in new scam sweeping NC
You could lose a lot of money if you fall victim to a new scam being reported in North Carolina.
2 min read - USIdaho Statesman
Changes are finally coming at Boise’s Warm Springs Golf Course. Can you still play 18?
“When we have somebody in our community that steps up and says, ‘I want to help,’ we’re gonna figure out how to partner to get that done,” said Boise Mayor Lauren McLean.
4 min read - PoliticsNBC News
Supreme Court throws out race claim in South Carolina redistricting case in win for GOP
The Supreme Court ruled that Republicans in South Carolina did not unlawfully consider race when they drew a congressional district in a way that removed thousands of Black voters.
5 min read - USWJAX
Jacksonville sheriff: Officer arrested after running car tags at ex-girlfriend’s apartment complex
A police officer was arrested and has resigned after he used a driver database for personal use, Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters said.
1 min read - USThe Providence Journal
'Like kids being caught in a custody battle': Union pushes back on $4.6M DCYF funding cut
The embattled agency stands to lose $4.6 million that was supposed to go to salaries, but didn't get spent last year.
2 min read - USDetroit Free Press
Claims of unpaid bills piling up for The M Den
The official sports merchandise retailer of the University of Michigan's athletic department is facing several lawsuits.
4 min read - BusinessWFXT
‘State of the art’: MBTA changing how commuters pay for subway, bus rides this summer
MBTA officials expect a new fare collection system to launch this summer allowing subway and bus riders to pay by tapping a contactless credit card or mobile wallet instead of the traditional CharlieCards and paper tickets.
1 min read - USMilwaukee Journal Sentinel
Jury finds West Allis woman guilty of child abuse at a Menomonee Falls day care
Madeline Ferguson, 28, of West Allis, was convicted May 22 of two felony counts of child abuse following a two-day trial in Waukesha County Court.
1 min read - PoliticsRhode Island Current
Congress, campaigns engage in tug-of-war over gas prices as summer travel begins
WASHINGTON — As Democrats continue to ramp up their push against the oil industry, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and others on Thursday called out Big Oil companies and their executives for high gas prices heading into the heavily traveled Memorial Day weekend. Republicans in turn have blamed President Joe Biden’s energy policies for high […] The post Congress, campaigns engage in tug-of-war over gas prices as summer travel begins appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
5 min read - USNBC News
Republicans demand Secret Service chief personally take action to move protests farther from the convention
The Republican National Committee is demanding that the Secret Service director get involved to move the protest zone farther away from the convention in Milwaukee this summer, according to a letter obtained by NBC News.
4 min read - WorldSouth Dakota Searchlight
Republican runs afoul of anti-abortion groups after labeling their phone calls a ‘scam’
A top Republican state official has run afoul of anti-abortion groups after labeling their recent phone operation a “scam.” The controversy started May 13 with a news release from South Dakota Secretary of State Monae Johnson, who oversees elections. The release warned about phone calls from people who allegedly claimed to work for her office. […] The post Republican runs afoul of anti-abortion groups after labeling their phone calls a ‘scam’ appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
6 min read - USWJAX
Dr. Christopher Bernier named next Superintendent of Duval schools
Dr. Christopher Bernier is now officially Duval County Public Schools’ next Superintendent.
4 min read - PoliticsFort Worth Star-Telegram
Kyle Rittenhouse draws big crowds at Texas GOP convention. ‘Very nice guy,’ one fan says
‘Very nice guy,’ says a Colleyville resident who got to meet Kyle Rittenhouse at the GOP convention in San Antonio.
1 min read - USSouth Dakota Searchlight
Commission awards millions to airports around the state
A state commission approved grants for more than $3 million worth of airport improvement projects Thursday. The projects at eight airports approved by the South Dakota Aeronautics Commission will utilize local funds with federal and state grants: Aberdeen: $110,000 for runway safety equipment, $99,000 federal share, $5,500 state share, $5,500 local share. Hot Springs: $454,437 […] The post Commission awards millions to airports around the state appeared first on South Dakota Searchlight.
1 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Police investigate ‘suspicious call’ at Cumberland Mall
Cobb County police responded to a suspicious call at Cumberland Mall on Thursday afternoon.
- USKansas City Star
Commission strips ex-KCKPD cop of police license after pleas to assault, criminal threat
Prosecutors accused the 35-year-old of striking his girlfriend during a Kansas City wedding reception and pointing a gun at her on an earlier occasion.
2 min read - USWSOC
More jurors selected in trial of Madalina Cojocari’s stepfather
Eight jurors have been selected so far for the trial of the Christopher Palmiter, the stepfather of missing Cornelius girl Madalina Cojocari.
3 min read - USSan Luis Obispo Tribune
California lawmakers speed retail theft bills ahead of Prop. 47 ballot measure deadline
A group pushing changes to Proposition 47 is facing a June 27 deadline to qualify for the November ballot.
4 min read - USThe Abilene Reporter-News
Four at Abilene PD promoted to new ranks
The Abilene Police Department promoted four officers during a ceremony.
1 min read - USLexington Herald-Leader
Police: Officer violated body cam policy during Scheffler arrest, release video
Louisville’s mayor and police chief refused to answers questions about golfer Scottie Scheffler’s arrest, citing the ongoing legal process.
4 min read - USWSOC
Body found in woods was 14-year-old shooting victim, police report says
Someone found a body riddled with gunshot wounds in the woods of a northeast Charlotte community Wednesday afternoon, officials said.
3 min read - USThe Metrowest Daily News
Days before Memorial Day, Framingham police probe vandalism at Veterans Memorial Park
Police are investigating an incident in which someone littered the Veterans Memorial Park in Framingham with spray paint.
2 min read - USIdaho Statesman
An Idaho officer was charged with rape, died by suicide. Now the victim is suing
“We have zero tolerance for sexual abuse and harassment, and all reports are investigated,” an IDOC spokesperson said.
7 min read - USMiami Herald
Judge backtracks after blocking Florida law criminalizing transport of undocumented migrants
Judge Roy Altman’s flip flop sparks confusion among attorneys and immigration advocates
3 min read - USWSB Cox articles
Best friend of 21-year-old killed in Bartow crash that killed 5 rushed to scene of accident
“I saw the front of her car, and the front of it was not there anymore,” she said.
2 min read - USMiami Herald
Traveling? Here’s how to handle South Florida airports this holiday weekend and summer
Some advice from the experts.
4 min read - USLouisiana Illuminator
Louisiana Legislature passes bill restricting discussion of gender and sexuality
Discussion of gender identity and sexual orientation in Louisiana’s K-12 public schools could soon be restricted after the state Senate approved a far-reaching anti-LGBTQ+ bill Thursday. Senators sent House Bill 122 by Rep. Dodie Horton, R-Haugton, which limits discussion of gender and sexuality in public schools, to Republican Gov. Jeff Landry, who is expected to […] The post Louisiana Legislature passes bill restricting discussion of gender and sexuality appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator
3 min read - USDaytona Beach News-Journal
DeLand High School seniors celebrate graduation at the Ocean Center
Family and friends celebrated DeLand High School Class of 2024 Tuesday night at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach. Check out photos from the event.
- USColumbia Daily Tribune
Here's how much tuition will increase in University of Missouri System next year
The University of Missouri System Board of Curators voted to increase in-state undergraduate tuition by 5% for 2024-25.
2 min read - USKansas City Star
Two more tornadoes confirmed to have touched down in Kansas City area during storms Sunday
Survey teams looking for damage confirmed that two previously unreported tornadoes touched down in the Kansas City area during Sunday night’s storms
2 min read - USFort Worth Star-Telegram
Suspect arrested in Lyft driver’s murder was trying to steal victim’s car, police say
Michael Jerome Walker was arrested Monday and charged with capital murder by terror threat.
3 min read - USCape Cod Times
'Sharks are here now.' Whale, seal shark bites prompt warning off Massachusetts coast
Five live receivers will be placed in waters off Outer Cape beaches to pick up movements of tagged sharks in real time.
6 min read - USStar Tribune (Minneapolis)
Minnesota BCA identifies Crookston man wielding hatchet when killed by officers
A week after law enforcement killed a Crookston man wielding a hatchet who charged at officers, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension identified those involved. Andrew Scott Dale, 35, of Crookston, died of multiple gunshot wounds May 16. Two police officers and a Polk County Sheriff deputy fired at Dale after responding to a 911 call. Officers encountered him swinging a hatchet in the ...
2 min read - LifestyleUSA TODAY
When pups fly: BARK Air, the world's first airline for dogs, take first flight
Tickets sold out for BARK Air's first flight, which left from New York on Tuesday headed to Los Angeles. Flights are filling fast for June.
3 min read - PoliticsMSNBC
Biden may have to sue to get on the Ohio ballot this November
The Ohio state legislature adjourned this week without making a simple fix that would allow President Joe Biden to appear on the November ballot.
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