Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson Faces Sharp Drop in Poll Support
A new poll shows Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson’s approval has fallen sharply since spring, signaling mounting voter concern over safety and crime as her popularity declines.
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Rabies Alert After Rabid Raccoon Found in Granby
A raccoon found acting sick on Fawn Drive in Granby, CT was euthanized and later tested positive for rabies. Police urge residents to avoid wildlife that appears injured or abnormal and to report such wildlife to the Granby Police Department at 860-844-5335. Seeing a raccoon during the day isn’t necessarily a sign of illness, but residents should ensure pets are up to date on rabies vaccinations and exercise caution as warmer weather brings more wildlife activity; nearby Southwick has also seen rabies cases in raccoons this winter.
"RaceTrac Closes Downtown Store Near GSU Campus Due to Safety Concerns"
RaceTrac gas station near Georgia State University in downtown Atlanta is closing after a man was shot and killed outside the store. The decision to close was made due to safety concerns and financial impact. Atlanta police are searching for two individuals in connection to the deadly shooting, which began as a fight and escalated into gunfire. The victim was not a GSU student, and there is no information on a suspect or motive. Surveillance video from the gas station has been released, and officials are asking for the public's help in identifying the individuals involved.
11-year-old boy mauled by pack of dogs on his way to bus stop
An 11-year-old boy in South Carolina was mauled by four mixed breed dogs, sustaining nearly 60 bites and severe injuries while walking to school. He was airlifted to the hospital and underwent surgery, with a neighbor's quick action likely saving his life. Two of the dogs were shot by officers, but the other two remain at large. The boy's mother is calling for justice and accountability for the owners of the dogs, and a GoFundMe has been set up to support the child's recovery.
"Parents' Worst Nightmare: Toddler Kidnapped in Carjacking Near Oakland"
In Oakland, a toddler was kidnapped by a car thief but found unharmed in San Leandro, while in Portland, two children escaped a stolen car after being left alone by their father. Child safety advocates emphasize the danger of leaving children unattended in vehicles, as 162 children were kidnapped by car thieves in 2023. The Oakland thief was arrested and faces charges including child abuse and kidnapping, while the Portland thief was apprehended after a police chase into Washington.