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Police Say a New Hampshire Man Stole a Fire Truck While Crews Fought His House Fire
Authorities say the truck struck emergency equipment, crossed fire hoses and narrowly missed firefighters before the suspect was arrested.
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Arrest Made After Two Dogs Vanish in Los Angeles Carjacking With $50,000 Reward Offered
An arrest has been made, but Buddy and Bailey remain missing after a thief allegedly drove away with them inside their owner’s SUV.
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Autopsy Says Tennessee Guard Members Shot Tyrin Johnson in the Back
A medical examiner’s finding conflicts with the initial account that the 20-year-old was facing Guard members when he was shot.
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Gladys Knight Is Easing Back From the Stage After 75 Years of Performing
The Empress of Soul says she will perform less often while spending more time with her husband, grandchildren and new projects.
Strange News
Man Accused of Secretly Recording People in ASU Bathrooms for Years
Court records say a man arrested at Arizona State University admitted repeatedly filming people in campus bathrooms without their knowledge.
Internet & Tech
YouTuber Chris Sails Accused of Triggering Rescue Search With False Claim About His Children
Police say an alleged false claim about children in the water prompted boats, sonar equipment and drones to join a search.
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Louisville Teen Critically Injured in Shooting Near School Bus Stop
Police are searching for information after a teenage student was shot near a JCPS bus stop in west Louisville.
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Peter Cullen, the Voice That Made Optimus Prime a Hero, Dies at 85
Peter Cullen, whose resonant voice defined Optimus Prime for generations and also brought Eeyore to life, has died at 85.
Strange News
Man Accused of Secretly Recording People in ASU Bathrooms for Years
Court records say a man arrested at Arizona State University admitted repeatedly filming people in campus bathrooms without their knowledge.
Internet & Tech
YouTuber Chris Sails Accused of Triggering Rescue Search With False Claim About His Children
Police say an alleged false claim about children in the water prompted boats, sonar equipment and drones to join a search.
Current News
Louisville Teen Critically Injured in Shooting Near School Bus Stop
Police are searching for information after a teenage student was shot near a JCPS bus stop in west Louisville.
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Peter Cullen, the Voice That Made Optimus Prime a Hero, Dies at 85
Peter Cullen, whose resonant voice defined Optimus Prime for generations and also brought Eeyore to life, has died at 85.
Strange News
1,800 People Use Ropes and Rollers to Pull a 360-Ton Japanese Castle
Volunteers in northern Japan used an ancient building-moving technique to inch historic Hirosaki Castle back toward its original position.
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No Arrests After Louisville Student Is Shot Near Her School Bus Stop
Louisville police say the investigation remains active after a Valley High School student was critically wounded near a JCPS bus stop.
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YouTuber Chris Sails Arrested After Allegedly Triggering a Fake Water Rescue for His Children
Texas authorities allegedly deployed boats, sonar and drones after Chris Sails claimed his children had fallen into water; police say they were safe with relatives.
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Keke Palmer Celebrates 33 With Jessica Alba, Potions and a “Coven” Party
Keke Palmer marked her 33rd birthday with a Jessica Alba dinner and a Sabrina-inspired gathering involving candles, potions and manifestation.
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Empire State Building Engagement Couple Arrives at Court Wearing Handcuff Bracelets
The daredevil couple charged over a viral skyscraper proposal leaned into the moment with matching faux handcuffs outside court.
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Sci-Fi Superfan Spends $12,000 Building a Backyard Spaceship With a Bed and Bar
A British prop maker turned his backyard into a spacecraft-inspired hangout complete with sleeping space and a full bar.
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Jimmy Butler’s Ex Says They’re Living Together After Their Court Fight
A new court filing says Jimmy Butler and Kaitlin Nowak have reached a parenting agreement and are now living under the same roof.
Politics & Power
ICE Detains Mother and Daughter After Florida Rollover Crash; Family and Sheriff Dispute What Happened
The Ecuadorian women were taken into immigration custody after hospital treatment, while relatives and Polk County officials offer sharply different accounts.
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Puppy Found With Skull and Leg Fractures After Boys Hear Crying From Louisville Recycling Bin
Singer is recovering in foster care as police and the Arrow Fund ask residents near South Jackson Street to check security footage.
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Katy Perry Celebrates Daisy’s Sixth Birthday at Legoland Without Giving Away Her Privacy
Perry shared a cheerful Legoland birthday recap while continuing to keep her daughter's face out of the public carousel.
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Tennessee Police Seek Vape-Shop Burglar Who Allegedly Wore a Cow Onesie
Smyrna police say the costumed suspect appeared during two overnight visits, returning with accomplices after an unsuccessful first attempt.
Crime & Courts
Nineteen-Year-Old Charged With Murder After Shooting Victim’s SUV Hits Lexington Home
Police arrested Isaiah Padgett in connection with the fatal shooting of Jarell Rojas, whose vehicle crashed into a Tilden Road house Friday night.
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Tim Curry, the Voice, Grin and Glorious Menace Behind ‘Rocky Horror,’ Dies at 80
The British actor who made Dr. Frank-N-Furter, Wadsworth and Pennywise unforgettable died Tuesday night at his Los Angeles home.
Crime & Courts
Las Vegas Teacher Accused of Repeatedly Dragging Special-Needs Student by His Shirt
School-district police say surveillance video showed Marianna Wynn dragging a young student three times and grabbing another child by the collar.
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Two Daughters Return From School to Find Parents Dead in Apparent Las Vegas Murder-Suicide
Police say a separated husband forced his way into his wife's apartment, waited for her and shot her before killing himself. Their daughters found the scene.
Crime & Courts
Fort Worth Approves $11.25 Million Atatiana Jefferson Settlement, Pending Court Review
The unanimous council vote authorizes an $11.25 million settlement for Jefferson's family, but a probate court must still approve the agreement.
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Dolly Parton Will Be Laid to Rest Beside Carl Dean in Nashville
New details about Dolly Parton's farewell indicate a small private service and a final resting place beside her husband of nearly 60 years.
Crime & Courts
Nevada Man Sentenced to 10 Years to Life After Parole Check Uncovered Abuse Evidence
A routine 2023 parole visit led investigators to a camcorder, an out-of-state victim and a guilty plea to lewdness with a child under 14.