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Police arrest man accused of sexual assault in University City

Philadelphia police announce the arrest of Ticquarn Thomas, 21, of North Philadelphia, after they say he sexually assaulted a woman in University City on May 2. PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police announce the arrest of a man who they say sexually assaulted a woman in University City last week. On Tuesday, May 2, police say a sexual assault occurred on the 3800 block of Chestnut Street, just steps away from U-Penn's campus. U-Penn's Department of Public Safety reported that the victim told police she was approached by a person who threatened to harm her with a weapon while she was taking out the trash. MORE HEADLINES Police later identified the suspect as 21-year-old Ticquarn Thomas of North Philadelphia. Thomas was taken into custody shortly after 3 p.m.

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Indiana deputy killed in dog attack that injured 8-year-old son

Tamieka White (Credit: Marion County Sheriff’s Office) INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - A sheriff’s deputy died after being attacked in her Indianapolis home by a dog that also bit and wounded her 8-year-old son, authorities said Wednesday.Tamieka White, 46, was pronounced dead at the scene Tuesday night shortly after Indianapolis police officers responded to her home on the city’s east side, officials said. She had been a deputy with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office since 2007.Her young son was also bitten in the dog attack, which was reported about 7:45 p.m., officials said.

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Organization found 'red flags' in evaluations of Philadelphia prisons: 'It's a real crisis'

PHILADELPHIA - A Pennsylvania non-profit organization claims it found several red flags during evaluations of Philadelphia's five prisons, days after city's first prison break in a decade. Ameen Hurst, 18, and Nasir Grant, 24, sprung themselves free from the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center around 8:30 Sunday night, investigators said. Prisons Commissioner Blanche Carney told reporters the duo missed three headcounts before prison guards realized they were missing Monday afternoon.Sources tell FOX 29 that holding cell doors and a door to an outside recreation yard were left unlocked.

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Chester County man accused of sexually abusing 4 children

The DAs office says John Stevens, 54, of West Chester, has been arrested and charged for the sexual assault of two girls and two boys who were between the ages of 5–8 years old. WEST CHESTER, Pa. - The Chester County District Attorney's Office announced on Wednesday that a Chester County man accused of sexually abusing four children is in custody. The DA's office says John Stevens, 54, of West Chester, has been arrested and charged for the sexual assault of two girls and two boys who were between the ages of 5–8 years old. Stevens is charged with multiple counts of aggravated indecent assault of a child, endangering the welfare of children, corruption of minors, and related offenses, according to officials. MORE HEADLINES "These young and innocent children were violated in unimaginable ways by a person who had responsibility to keep them safe. This horrific betrayal will certainly affect their entire family," said DA Deb Ryan.

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Mom dies after Center City hit-and-run that seriously injured son; person of interest in custody: police

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities say they have taken a person of interest into custody and located a vehicle they say struck a child and woman who were crossing the street near Philadelphia's City Hall on Tuesday night. The woman succumbed to her injuries Wednesday.Officers from the Philadelphia Police Department noticed a dark gray Jeep with its headlights off speeding down JFK Boulevard around 10 p.m., according to officials. Officers followed the speeding Jeep onto the 1300 block of Arch Street, where police say the vehicle struck a woman and one of her three children who were crossing the road and continued driving, police say. Authorities say the 38-year-old woman and an 8-year-old girl were struck by the vehicle, while a 10-year-old and 11-year-old were unharmed. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESThe woman suffered severe head trauma during the collision and was placed in critical condition, according to Chief Inspector Scott Small.

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FDA panel backs Opill over-the-counter birth control

FILE - This photograph taken on April 4, 2023, shows a tablet of contraceptive or birth control pills. (LOU BENOIST/AFP via Getty Images)WASHINGTON - Federal health advisers said Wednesday that a decades-old birth control pill should be sold without a prescription, paving the way for a likely U.S.

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Sinkholes forming at Oregon state park: 'Please use caution'

A second sinkhole has formed at Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area in Oregon. (Credit: Oregon Parks and Recreation Department) PACIFIC CITY, Ore. - A second sinkhole has been discovered at a state park in Oregon, prompting officials to issue an advisory to visitors. The latest opening was discovered Monday at Cape Kiwanda State Natural Area, according to the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.

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Man fatally shot inside North Philadelphia home, police say

PHILADELPHIA - Homicide Detectives with the Philadelphia Police Department are investigating the fatal shooting of a man in the North Philadelphia section of the city, police say. According to authorities, the shooting erupted inside a home on the 1500 block of North Gratz Street around 12:39 a.m.

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Suspicious package prompts closure of Delaware park, police say

A police cruiser sits near the entrance of Glasgow Park, which was closed on the morning of May 10 due to a suspicious package. NEWARK, Del. - A local park has been closed after a suspicious package was discovered on the grounds, police say. According to the New Castle County Police Department, officers received information about a suspicious package left in Glasgow Park overnight. The park is on the Pulaski Highway in Newark. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESOfficials say officers responded to the area, closed the park and established a perimeter. The park is expected to be closed for several hours as officers investigate, authorities say. People are asked to avoid the area and use other parks.

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Lori Vallow murder trial day 25: Closing arguments set for May 11

BOISE, Idaho - The prosecution and defense have both rested in the trial of Lori Vallow, the so-called "Doomsday mom" accused of killing her two children.The prosecution presented their final witness on Tuesday. Nicholas Edwards, the lead investigator for the Idaho Attorney General's Office, took the stand.

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Joe Biden revokes COVID vaccination requirements for international visitors and federal employees

Joe Biden on Tuesday revoked requirements that most international visitors to the United States be vaccinated against COVID-19 as well as similar rules for federal employees and contractors. Biden's orders take effect at 12:01 a.m. ET May 12 with the expiration of the U.S.

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US stops Russian cyber operation that stole sensitive information from dozens of countries

FILE - A photograph taken on May 30, 2018, of the Kremlin in Moscow. (MLADEN ANTONOV/AFP via Getty Images)WASHINGTON - The Justice Department said Tuesday that it had disrupted a long-running Russian cyberespionage campaign that stole sensitive information from computer networks in dozens of countries, including the U.S.

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Allen Outlets shooting: FBI, Texas Department of Public Safety to give investigation update Tuesday afternoon

ALLEN, Texas - The Texas Department of Public Safety and FBI are planning to speak publicly about the investigation into the shooting that killed 8 people at the Allen Premium Outlets for the first time on Tuesday afternoon.Representatives from Texas DPS, the FBI and the Allen Police Department will hold a news conference about the shooting at 2 p.m. at Allen City Hall.Medical City Healthcare says six patients injured in the shooting are still recovering at three local hospitals.

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Fuggedaboutit: New York City accent 'diminishing,' expert warns

NEW YORK - Real New Yorkers tend to have a distinctive way of speaking. But some believe "New York English" may disappearing. "Some of the features that have been traditionally associated with New York City English are diminishing," explained Michael Newman, a professor of linguistics and chair of the Department of Linguistics and Communication Disorders at Queens College of the City University of New York.

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Possible meteorite strikes house in New Jersey, police say

Police say an object believed to be a meteorite struck the roof of a residence in Hopewell Township, N.J. HOPEWELL TWP, N.J. - Police say an object believed to be a meteorite struck the roof of a residence in Hopewell Township, N.J. Officials say the possible meteorite penetrated the roof of a home located on Old Washington Crossing Pennington Road before impacting the ceiling and hardwood floor inside the home. The object is described to be 4" by 6", oblong in shape, and metallic.The ranch-style home was occupied during the time, but authorities say no one was injured. MORE HEADLINES Officials say the possible meteorite could have been related to a current meteor show called the Eta Aquariids. The Hopewell Township Police Department has contacted several other agencies for assistance in positively identifying the object and safeguarding the residents and the object.

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Police searching for 2 men who escaped Philadelphia prison

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities are searching for two men who they say escaped from a Philadelphia prison through a hole in a perimeter fence. The Philadelphia Police Department said the 18-year-old and 28-year-old men escaped from a prison on the 8300 of State Road Sunday around 8 p.m. Investigators say their escape through a hole in a fence was captured on surveillance video, though no pictures were provided. Authorities have not said why the escaped prisoners were incarcerated.

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'We lost a good one': Community remembers officer who died from injuries sustained in line-of-duty shooting

HOPEWELL, N.J. - A New Jersey community gathered Monday to mourn the loss of a local officer who died two months after he was shot during a struggle with an armed suspect. Deptford Township Police Officer Ryan Shisler, 27, died Sunday from injuries he sustained during a pedestrian stop turned shooting on Mar. 10.

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Deptford Police Officer Robert Shisler dies from injuries sustained in line-of-duty shooting

DEPTFORD, N.J. - Officer Bobby Shisler, the Deptford police officer shot in the line of duty in March, has died, Deptford Township Police announced.Deptford Police Chief Joseph Smith made the announcement Sunday.Deptford Township Police, along with Philadelphia Police and law enforcement from across New Jersey escorted Officer Shisler Sunday night from Penn Hospital, in University City, to the Medical Examiner’s Office at Philadelphia Police Headquarters.A sea of red and blue went over the bridge Sunday afternoon to help with the procession, after raising a flag during an emotional gathering at the Deptford Township Police Department.Police surrounded Philadelphia Police Headquarters as Officer Shisler was brought inside and saluted his family as they left the building.In a statement, Chief Smith said, "Officer Shisler will always be remembered for his dedication and his commitment to the residents of this great community. We are extremely grateful and thankful for his service.

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Daytime shooting kills a man in Frankford, police say

Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting that they say killed a man in Frankford Monday afternoon. PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police are investigating a shooting that they say killed a man in Frankford Monday afternoon. Just after 4 p.m., police responded to the 2000 block of Church Lane where officers say they located a 46-year-old man who had been shot in the armpit. Police transported the victim to Albert Einstein Medical Center where authorities say he was pronounced at 4:24 p.m.MORE HEADLINES Authorities say two firearms were recovered, and one man is in custody. Anyone with further information is asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.

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Delta flight from Detroit diverted due to 'unruly' passenger

Delta Air Lines Airbus A330neo or A330-900 aircraft with neo engine option of the European plane manufacturer, as seen departing from Amsterdam Schiphol AMS EHAM International airport from Polderbaan runway and flying in the blue sky. (Photo by Nicol BOSTON (AP) - A Delta Air Lines flight between Detroit and Amsterdam was diverted to Boston due to an unruly passenger on board, the airline says.Delta Flight 134 diverted to Boston Logan International Airport just before 9 p.m.

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Tennessee homeowner kills intruder, wounds second after they allegedly held teen at gunpoint, tased dog

The masked and armed men broke into a home in the 100 block of January Street in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, on Friday. The homeowner fatally shot one man and wounded the other, police said.

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Brownsville, Texas bus stop crash: Suspect, George Alvarez, charged with manslaughter

The picture of 34-year-old George Alvarez, the driver, that killed eight people and injured at least 10 when he plowed into the crowd early Sunday, is diplayed by the Brownsville Police Department at a news conference in Brownsville, Texas, on May 8, BROWNSVILLE, Texas - The driver of an SUV that killed eight people when it slammed into a bus stop in Brownsville, Texas has been charged with manslaughter, police said Monday as investigators tried to determine if the crash was intentional.Authorities believe driver George Alvarez, 34, of Brownsville, lost control after running a red light Sunday morning and plowed into a crowd of Venezuelans outside a migrant center.MORE: At least 8 dead, 11 injured after driver plows into crowd near migrant shelter in Brownsville, TexasPolice Chief Chief Felix Sauceda said Alvarez was charged with eight counts of manslaughter and 10 counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Officials are awaiting toxicology reports to determine whether Alvarez was intoxicated, Sauceda said, adding that there was no motive that he could discuss.The SUV ran a red light, lost control, flipped on its side and struck 18 people, Sauceda said at a news conference Monday morning.

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Lockdown lifted at North Philadelphia school after gun goes off inside boy's bathroom, police say

SKYFOX flew over the E. Washington Rhodes School, which was placed on lockdown after a gun was found inside. PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating an incident at a North Philadelphia school that resulted in a temporary lockdown on Monday. Authorities say the incident happened at the E Washington Rhodes School on W Clearfield Street in the North Philadelphia section of the city. Police say a firearm was discharged in a boy's bathroom inside the school. According to officials, the school was immediately placed on lockdown around 11:15 a.m.

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North Philadelphia school placed on lockdown after gun found in boy's bathroom, police say

SKYFOX flew over the E. Washington Rhodes School, which was placed on lockdown after a gun was found inside. PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating an incident at a North Philadelphia school that resulted in a lockdown. Authorities say the incident happened at the E Washington Rhodes School on W Clearfield Street in the North Philadelphia section of the city. Police say a firearm was found in the boy's bathroom inside the school. Law enforcement is also investigating the possibility of the gun being discharged on the first floor of the school building, according to officials. MORE LOCAL HEADLINESAuthorities say there are no reported injuries at this time, but the firearm was recovered. The school remains on lockdown, according to police. This is a developing story.

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Authorities offering $50K in search for teen fugitive wanted in deadly shooting near Roxborough HS

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities are offering thousands of dollars for information that leads to the arrest of a teenage fugitive wanted for a deadly shooting last year. According to officials, the U.S. Marshals are offering another $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of Dayron Burney-Thorn, 17.Police are asking for the public's help to identify suspects in a shooting that killed a 14-year-old and injured four others.The additional reward from the U.S.

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Investigators examine ideology of Texas gunman in deadly mall shooting

People watch as the construction of a wooden cross memorial is completed after a mass shooting at the Allen Premium Outlets on May 7, 2023 in Allen, Texas. (Stewart F.

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Deptford Police Officer Robert Shisler, shot in line of duty in March, dies from injuries

DEPTFORD, N.J. - Officer Bobby Shisler, the Deptford police officer shot in the line of duty in March, has died, Deptford Township Police announced.Deptford Police Chief made the announcement Sunday.In a statement, Chief Smith said, "Officer Shisler will always be remembered for his dedication and his commitment to the residents of this great community. We are extremely grateful and thankful for his service.

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California Big Lots managers claim they were fired for chasing down stolen merchandise

A sign is posted in front of a Big Lots retail store on August 28, 2020 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) A manager at a Big Lots store in California claimed she and her colleague were fired after wrangling back a shopping cart from an alleged shoplifter who made off with a haul of laundry detergent.Lily Oxford said she and another manager were trying to recover the shopping cart after a homeless man left the store in Bakersfield without paying for 17 jugs of Tide pods last month, according to local NBC affiliate KGET.The managers were trying to maintain their dwindling supply of carts without even attempting to recover the stolen merchandise, Oxford told the local outlet."For Christmas, we had just got 40 brand new carts," said Oxford, who managed the store's furniture department.

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7 dead, at least 6 injured after driver plows into crowd near migrant shelter

BROWNSVILLE, Texas - Seven people were killed and at least six injured when a man crashed his vehicle into a crowd of pedestrians in Brownsville, Texas, on Sunday.Lt. Martin Sandoval of the Brownsville Police Department said seven victims died at the scene and six others have been transported to area hospitals.

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Coronation of King Charles: Top 5 viral moments

Prince Harry did show up to support his father, King Charles. As a non-working member of the royal family, Harry was not allowed to wear his military garb, although his medals were adorned on his suit.Harry was seated behind his aunt and uncle: Prince Edward, Duke of Kent and Anne, Princess Royal.

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Oakland A's announcer suspended for using racial slur during broadcast

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Oakland Athletics have indefinitely suspended Glen Kuiper for apparently using a racial slur during a live broadcast Friday night, Fox News reported. Kuiper has apologized for his wording saying it was essentially a slip of the tongue. MESA, AZ - MARCH 8: Broadcaster Glen Kuiper Jr.

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Violence prevention forum held in North Philly to engage youth, increase safety in communities

NORTH PHILADELPHIA - A local chapter of a national non-profit is on a mission to curb the gun violence epidemic and Saturday, sponsored a violence prevention forum in North Philly, with the goal of increasing safety in communities for young people and improving relationships with law enforcement."I feel like if the youth sees a Black police officer then they would be more inclined to want to follow their steps," 18-year-old attendee Kareem said.The Philadelphia chapter of 100 Black Men, along with several law enforcement agencies, held a panel Saturday aimed at reaching the youth of the city as Philadelphia faces a critical time in violence that largely affects young, Black men and, in turn, their relations with police."I’m hoping to inspire some of these young people to just be someone who impacts change in their community," Lt. William Slaton said.Lt.

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Police searching for suspect accused of robbing a Philadelphia bank

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia Police are searching for a suspect who they say robbed a bank inside a Shoprite Saturday morning. Minutes before 11 a.m. police say a man walked into the Citizens Bank inside the grocery store and gave the teller a note demanding money. Authorities say the suspect stole $975, and he was last seen going through the parking lot towards Target.

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Driver dies after crashing into pole, house in Northern Liberties, police say

A man is dead after police say he struck a utility pole and a home in his car during the early morning hours on Saturday. PHILADELPHIA - A man is dead after police say he struck a utility pole and a home in his car during the early morning hours on Saturday. Just a few minutes after 3 a.m., police responded to the 600 block of North 7th Street in Northern Liberties for an auto accident. Responding officers located a 2011 Mercedes that had crashed into a utility pole and a home.

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Oakland A's announcer apologizes after seemingly using racial slur during broadcast

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - After appearing to utter a racial slur during a live broadcast Friday night, Oakland A's announcer Glen Kuiper has apologized. MESA, AZ - MARCH 8: Broadcaster Glen Kuiper Jr. of the Oakland Athletics works from the pressbox during the game against the Chicago White Sox at Hohokam Stadium on March 8, 2015 in Mesa, Arizona.

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What Happens at the End of the Covid-19 Public-Health Emergency?

After more than three years of turmoil, disruption and heartache, world leaders are signaling that the Covid-19 emergency is ending. The viral illness that has sickened and killed millions is becoming a more manageable, long-term foe. The World Health Organization on May 5 declared an end to the global public-health emergency.

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Teens charged in deadly Baltimore robbery accused of robbing NJ Best Buy hours earlier

MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. - A 14-year-old and an 18-year-old are facing murder charges after authorities say a man was shot and killed when the pair robbed a T-Mobile store in Baltimore hours after they robbed Best Buy in New Jersey.Arthur McCaden and the unnamed 14-year-old will face first-degree murder charges in Maryland before being sent to New Jersey where a host of robbery and weapons charges awaits them, according to authorities.Investigators believe the pair robbed a Best Buy on Nixon Drive in Mount Laurel around 1:30 p.m. last Sunday.

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Trump deposition video in rape trial released

NEW YORK - Video of former President Donald Trump's deposition in his civil rape trial was released by the court on Friday afternoon.In the video, which was recorded last October, Trump denies the allegations of his accuser, the writer E. Jean Carroll, referring to her as a "nut job" and "mentally sick."At another point in the video, Trump mistakes Carroll for his ex-wife Marla Maples in a photo.

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Deer Park Fire: Plant goes up in blaze, large clouds of black smoke; no shelter in place issued

HOUSTON - An industrial plant fire continues to go up in flames in Deer Park.Preliminary reports of a type of explosion at theShell Deer Park industrial plant at 5900 SH-225 at East Beltway, according to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez.CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX 26 APPAn Environmental Duty Representative at Shell Deer Park shared this statement: "We are currently experiencing fire within one of our units. The incident is being handled within the boundaries of this facility and there is no threat to the community from this incident.

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Number of new American business applications hits an all-time high

Now Open sign at entrance to restaurant in Dublin, California (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images) The Commerce Department kicked off SelectUSA today for the annual event that brings investors, startups, and local leaders together as startups in America hit an all-time high. Secretary Gina Raimondo opened the conference by telling startups and business leaders that America was the best country to invest in. "We have mayors here.

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SWAT officers struck by gunfire in Germantown standoff identified

PHILADELPHIA - Two veteran members of the Philadelphia Police Department were shot during an hours-long standoff with an armed suspect last weekend in Germantown. Sgt. Erik Bullock, a 25-year member of the force, and Officer Matthew Fitzpatrick, who has served for 10 years, were both hit struck in their ballistic vests when police say Steve Robbins fired a shotgun through a third floor bedroom of a property on the 400 block of W. Bringhurst Street. Authorities were first called to the property around 4 p.m.

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King Charles III's coronation could cost eye-popping amount

LONDON - The rapidly-approaching coronation of King Charles could cost an eye-popping amount while also bringing benefits to the U.K. economy. The British monarch’s crowning has had varying costs attributed to it leading up to the widely-anticipated event scheduled for Saturday morning. In some reports, it has been projected the cost will come out to $125 million (£100 million), while others have pegged it lower, around $60 million (£50 million).Many outlets credited security as factoring into the estimated price-tag.

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New PIP proposals include paying people for late DWP health assessments

A new report by the Work and Pensions Committee has found that the health assessments system used by people who cannot work or face extra costs due to disability or ill-health to access vital benefits “continues to let down those who rely on it”.

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DNA test confirms woman's identity 51 years after abduction by babysitter

FORT WORTH, Texas - Fort Worth police have confirmed that Melissa Highsmith is, in fact, the 22-month-old baby kidnapped by her babysitter 51 years ago.Police completed DNA testing on Highsmith and released the results on Thursday."It is our hope that this test result will offer additional closure for the Highsmith family," said Fort Worth police in a statement.Highsmith was reunited with her family in November 2022 after a 23andme test showed a connection to her birth parents.Highsmith contacted the woman who raised her, and was told that she bought Melissa off the street for $500 when she was just a baby.The family of Melissa Highsmith provided this photo of her as a baby. Highsmith disappeared from Fort Worth, Texas, Aug.

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Community, Deptford Police launch fundraisers in support of officer shot in line of duty

DEPTFORD, N.J. - Deptford continues to show their support for Officer Bobby Shisler, the officer shot in the line of duty and still recovering in the hospital and two opportunities to support his recovery and his family have launched."We just want to do whatever we can for Bobby and his family," said Umar Nisar. He and Steven Mitropoulos are talking about a fundraiser they launched for their friend, Deptford Police Officer Robert Shisler, who was shot in the line of duty on March 10."You never want to be in a situation like this but, of course, when you have to step up, especially for someone you know personally, you kind of put the best foot forward to give back, said Mitropoulos.

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Police: Armed suspect shot and killed by police in North Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA - Authorities say a foot pursuit ended in an officer-involved shooting Thursday afternoon in North Philadelphia. Two officers from the Philadelphia Police Department responded to calls for an auto investigation on the 1200 block of Dauphin Street just before 2:30 p.m.The officers pulled up to a vacant lot and saw a group of people surrounding a vehicle, according to police. When one of the officers exited the car, police say some of the people fled. Moments later, another person emerged from near the car and also took off running.

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Oklahoma victims’ families question why offender was free

sex offender who authorities say shot to death his wife, her three children and their two friends and then killed himself was freed from prison despite facing new sex charges in a separate case.Okmulgee Police Chief Joe Prentice said each victim had each been shot in the head one to three times with a 9 mm pistol when they were found Monday near a creek in a heavily wooded area in rural Oklahoma.The bodies apparently had been moved there from where they were originally killed, the scene "staged" before Jesse McFadden, a 39-year-old convicted sex offender, killed himself, Prentice said Wednesday. The bodies were discovered near McFadden’s home in Henryetta, a town of about 6,000 about 90 miles east of Oklahoma City.Jesse McFadden (Source: Oklahoma Highway Patrol) The gruesome discovery came Monday - the very day that McFadden was to stand trial on charges that he solicited nude images from a teen while he was in prison for rape.

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Oodles of noodles dumped in Old Bridge woods

(Credit: Nina Jochnowitz via Storyful)OLD BRIDGE, N.J. - A trail of cooked pasta was found alongside a creek in Old Bridge, New Jersey last week.Photos posted on Facebook show heaps of spaghetti and elbow-shaped noodles in the woods.Community Leader Nina Jochnowitz said she stumbled across trail of pasta, estimated to be "300-400 pounds," with no explanation of how it got there. RELATED: Food delivery driver gets lost in woods for 5 hoursThe town’s public works department arrived within hours of her post for "a rapid cleanup" of the river basin "and pasta dump," according to Jochnowitz. Her friend called it "mission im-pasta-ble," and posted it on New Jersey reddit page.

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