By Emma Tucker, CNN Police chiefs in the largest cities across the country are leaving at an alarming rate since the beginning of 2020, a trend experts say creates a gap in leadership that serves as a hurdle in implementing criminal justice reform and long-lasting cultural change within their departments. Since January 2020, there have
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By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press An Indiana hairdresser linked to the QAnon conspiracy theory has been sentenced to 14 days in jail and 60 hours of community service for joining the mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. Federal prosecutors have cited Dona Sue Bissey’s online support for QAnon. But the federal judge
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By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN Associated Press An Indiana hairdresser linked to the QAnon conspiracy theory has been sentenced to 14 days in jail and 60 hours of community service for joining the mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6. Federal prosecutors have cited Dona Sue Bissey’s online support for QAnon. But the federal judge
Continue ReadingBy Stacey Sager Click here for updates on this story FARMINGVILLE, Suffolk County (WABC) — A Long Island man was indicted on hate crime charges for allegedly luring and assaulting Hispanic men, and police are searching for additional potential victims. Christopher Cella, 19, is accused of luring the men to abandoned construction sites in Farmingville
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ATLANTA (AP) — Braves right fielder Jorge Soler was pulled from the lineup for Game 4 of the NL Division Series against Milwaukee after testing positive for COVID-19. Outfielder Cristian Pache took Soler’s spot on the roster, Major League Baseball announced. Soler was replaced at the top of the order by shortstop Dansby Swanson. Joc
Continue ReadingAlejandra Ramos Barreda (CNN Español) — Blue Origin, la empresa de cohetes fundada por Jeff Bezos, se prepara para su segunda misión “turÃstica” al espacio suborbital. La misión número 18 de New Shepard tiene planeado despegar el miércoles 13 de octubre a las 10:00 a.m. ET (hora de Miami) desde un remoto tramo del oeste de
Continue ReadingBy WTVD Staff Click here for updates on this story DURHAM, North Carolina (WTVD) — Plans under consideration in Durham could drastically change your next shopping trip. On Tuesday, Bull City leaders are scheduled to talk about ways to improve the city’s environmental impact. One of the top ideas under consideration is a fee for
Continue ReadingBy Diane Wilson Click here for updates on this story RALEIGH, North Carolina (WTVD) — Do you have an open recall on your car that is a potential safety issue? According to the National Safety Council, right now there are over 53 million cars on the road with safety recalls that need to be repaired.
Continue Reading WINDYVIILLE, Mo. (AP) — Springfield fire officials say two incendiary devices were found at the home of a suspect in the disappearance of a woman who reportedly was locked in a cage at the house. The house rented by 58-year-old James Phelps burned to the ground on Oct. 4. Springfield fire officials said bomb squad
Continue Reading CHICAGO (AP) — Houston Astros center fielder Jake Meyers left Game 4 of the AL Division Series against the Chicago White Sox after he crashed into the wall chasing a home run. The Astros say Meyers exited with discomfort in his left shoulder after he was hurt in the second inning Tuesday when he tried
Continue ReadingBy KFSN Staff Click here for updates on this story FRESNO, California (KFSN) — Police are searching for a gunman who opened fire outside a central Fresno home late Monday night, fatally shooting a man inside the house. It happened just after 11:30 pm on Clinton Avenue near Glenn. Fresno police officers arrived to find
Continue ReadingBy KFSN Staff Click here for updates on this story TULARE COUNTY, California (KFSN) — The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office says it’s dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak at the Bob Wiley Detention Facility. At least 31 inmates have tested positive for the virus. Two of them are showing symptoms. Officials say the remaining inmates have
Continue Reading By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Heath officials have authorized the first electronic cigarettes in the U.S., saying the R.J. Reynolds vaping products can benefit adult smokers. The Food and Drug Administration said data submitted by the company showed its Vuse e-cigarettes helped smokers either quit or significantly reduce their use of
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By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — Heath officials have authorized the first electronic cigarettes in the U.S., saying the R.J. Reynolds vaping products can benefit adult smokers. The Food and Drug Administration said data submitted by the company showed its Vuse e-cigarettes helped smokers either quit or significantly reduce their use of
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By Elizabeth Stuart, CNN Florida’s teacher shortage has worsened since the start of the school year, with vacancies for teachers surging to more than 5,000, according to updated data from the Florida Education Association. There are also more than 4,000 openings for other school staff positions, according to FEA President Andrew Spar. The organization released
Continue Reading By ADRIAN SAINZ Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Police are investigating a shooting at a Tennessee post office. Authorities say the shooting occurred Tuesday at the post office branch in the historic Orange Mound neighborhood, southeast of downtown Memphis. The street leading to the post office was blocked by police Tuesday afternoon. Federal authorities
Continue Reading By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — Walker Buehler is set to start on three days’ rest for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of their NL Division Series against the San Francisco Giants. Buehler is opposed by right-hander Anthony DeSclafani, making his first appearance this postseason. DeSclafani had a 3.17
Continue Reading By STEVE REED AP Sports Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Commissioner Jim Phillips says the Atlantic Coast Conference is examining whether its conference headquarters should remain in Greensboro, North Carolina or consider relocating to another city. Phillips said Tuesday during ACC men’s basketball media days the location discussion is part of an assessment of the
Continue Reading By KEN MAGUIRE AP Sports Writer LONDON (AP) — The NFL’s international combine at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has given more than 40 players from around Europe and beyond a chance to take a step toward earning a roster spot in the league. Unlike the top college kids at the annual NFL combine in Indianapolis, many
Continue Reading By MEAD GRUVER Associated Press CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — A coroner in Wyoming says slain cross-country traveler Gabby Petito was strangled. The 22-year-old woman’s body was found last month near an undeveloped camping area in remote northern Wyoming along the border of Grand Teton National Park. Teton County Coroner Dr. Brent Blue said in a
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