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Partial head found near Fox River crash; investigators seek ID
crime-and-safety26 days ago

Partial head found near Fox River crash; investigators seek ID

McHenry County officials are trying to identify partial human remains found near the Fox River (Colby Drive) days after the fatal Fox River boat crash that killed Magdalena Jablonska. Dental records are being used to establish an ID, as authorities have not confirmed whether the remains belong to Jablonska, who was decapitated in the collision of a 31‑foot pontoon and a smaller boat. The coroner’s office continues its investigation with other agencies; meanwhile, Richard Stevenson, 45, remains jailed on reckless homicide and aggravated DUI charges related to the crash.

A Century Later, WWI Graves Return Their Names
world2 months ago

A Century Later, WWI Graves Return Their Names

Two World War I graves at Hooge Crater Cemetery, once marked only by rank and 'Known unto God,' have finally been identified after more than a century. The Ministry of Defence's Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (War Detectives) matched Lance Corporal John Edgar Springate and Sergeant Ernest Albert Stevens using regimental records, diaries, and exhumation reports, leading to a rededication ceremony with family readings. The team continues to work through a backlog of cases swollen by pandemic-era interest in genealogy.

Met Gala 2026 Bathroom Selfie Misses the Moment as Star Power Fizzles
celebrity3 months ago

Met Gala 2026 Bathroom Selfie Misses the Moment as Star Power Fizzles

BuzzFeed notes that the Met Gala 2026 bathroom selfie, while featuring a starry lineup (including BLACKPINK members Jennie, Jisoo, Rosé and Lisa, plus Ayo Edebiri, Margot Robbie, Bhavitha Mandava, Gracie Abrams, Rachel Sennott, Awar Odhiang and Audrey Nuna), didn’t deliver a viral moment. Fans struggled to identify everyone in Bhavitha Mandava’s jeans-clad shot, with commentary hinting at a lack of standout star power compared to past years, though other night photos captured more memorable moments.

9th Circuit Halts California Rule Requiring Federal Agents to Wear IDs
law4 months ago

9th Circuit Halts California Rule Requiring Federal Agents to Wear IDs

A three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals blocked California's 2025 law that would require federal immigration agents to wear badges or identification, granting an injunction pending appeal and ruling the measure would directly regulate the federal government in violation of the Constitution's Supremacy Clause; the decision follows a DOJ lawsuit and prior temporary injunctions.

1973 Cold Case Solved: Missing Pennsylvania Teen Identified After 50 Years
crime1 year ago

1973 Cold Case Solved: Missing Pennsylvania Teen Identified After 50 Years

The remains of Ruth Elizabeth Brenneman, a 14-year-old girl who went missing in 1973, have been identified using genealogy, Pennsylvania authorities announced. Her body was found in a wooded area in Lebanon County, but the cause of death remains undetermined. The identification marks a significant step in the investigation, as officials continue to explore the circumstances surrounding her disappearance and death. Brenneman's family expressed relief at finally having some closure after 51 years.