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national18 days ago•1 min saved

Gunfight Near Ontario Synagogue Wounds Officer, Suspect During Yom Kippur

A police officer and a man were wounded in a gunfire exchange near the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, as Yom Kippur observances were underway. The man is in life-threatening condition; the Special Investigations Unit is investigating, and authorities say there is no ongoing risk to public safety while residents are asked to avoid the area. Ontario Premier Doug Ford condemned the shooting, calling for those responsible to be arrested, and the incident adds to broader concerns about security for Jewish communities in Canada.

via The Guardian|

#belleville #national #ontario

national19 days ago•129 min saved

ICE shooting in Texas tests escalation of nationwide immigration enforcement

As ICE ramps up enforcement across the U.S. this summer—attaining more than 50,000 arrests per month—an ICE agent in Texas shot and wounded a man. The article places the incident in a broader pattern of enforcement, noting July incidents including a Houston man, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was fatally shot by an ICE officer, and another July shooting in Maine of a Colombian man, with relatives and critics questioning the use of force and the administration’s approach to immigration enforcement.

via AP News|

#ice #immigration #law-enforcement

national22 days ago•2 min saved

Hiker Found Dead After Disappearance in Olympic National Park

A 26-year-old hiker, Neil Gehring, who disappeared Aug. 31 while trekking from Boulder Lake to Appleton Pass in Olympic National Park, was found Sept. 13 on the northwest slope of Mt. Appleton with blunt trauma as the cause of death. The investigation remains ongoing, with extensive search efforts including aerial, ground, drone and dog teams, and investigators are seeking tips as they review the case with the coroner.

via USA Today|

#death #hiker #investigation

national22 days ago•1 min saved

SC halts prison terms for Mazari and Chattha over controversial tweets

The Supreme Court suspended the 17-year prison terms handed to lawyer Imaan Mazari and her husband Hadi Ali Chattha in a PECA case tied to tweets alleged to incite linguistic divisions; bail was granted on a Rs 200,000 surety while the Islamabad High Court reviews the sentence, with the court urging both to maintain decorum.

via Geo News|

#hadi-ali-chattha #imaan-mazari #national

national23 days ago•17 min saved

Federal judge punts Philly DA Krasner to DOJ probe over post-conviction conduct

A federal judge referred Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner to the U.S. Department of Justice for a possible probe into his conduct handling a post-conviction case involving Dennis Johnson, disqualifying Krasner and an assistant DA, and describing “troubling” actions including pressure on staff to mislead the court; Krasner plans to appeal, and it’s unclear who will carry the Johnson case going forward, with some talk of routing it to the Pennsylvania Attorney General.

via The Morning Call|

#dennis-johnson-case #doj-investigation #krasner

national27 days ago•4 min saved

Iowa Veteran Reflects on Surviving the Pentagon Attack 25 Years Later

John Grote, a Sioux City native and former Iowa Army National Guard major, survived the 9/11 Pentagon attack while helping rescue others, earning a Purple Heart and Soldier’s Medal and later grappling with survivor’s guilt; now retired in Wyoming, he plans to attend the Pentagon’s 25th-anniversary ceremonies and continues observing the Guantanamo Bay pretrial proceedings for the four men charged in the attacks, a case delayed to 2028, as he advocates for justice over closure and credits his family’s military paths to that day.

via Iowa Public Radio|

#911 #guantanamo-bay #justice

national28 days ago•10 min saved

Paramount seeks $1.88B bond as states challenge merger with Warner Bros. Discovery

Paramount has asked a court to require a $1.88 billion bond from a coalition of state attorneys general and the Writers Guild of America to cover potential losses if a court blocks Paramount's Skydance–Warner Bros. Discovery merger; California Attorney General Rob Bonta leads the anti-merger lawsuit, arguing antitrust concerns and reduced competition, while Paramount contends the DOJ cleared the deal and the bond would offset delay costs if an injunction is unwarranted. The lawsuits remain the last barrier to closing, with mixed political reactions and no immediate comment from Paramount.

via The Center Square|

#antitrust #attorneys-general #bond

national28 days ago•23 min saved

Nation Remembers 9/11 at 25: Ceremonies From Ground Zero to the Pentagon

On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, ceremonies across the United States honored the victims and first responders—from readings of names at Ground Zero and the Pentagon to services in Shanksville and local commemorations in cities such as Boston and Arlington. The day featured bells, moments of silence, and reflections on unity and resilience, with remarks from officials including Pete Hegseth and Condoleezza Rice, and President Trump attending the Pentagon ceremony as the nation remembered the attacks and their enduring impact.

via USA Today|

#911 #anniversary #ground-zero

national28 days ago•13 min saved

New York marks 9/11’s 25th anniversary with a massive security operation and high-profile tributes

New York City is preparing for the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks with a massive security operation, including fencing, checkpoints, and a heavy police presence around the memorial, as dignitaries and former presidents gather for ceremonies. President Trump will observe the anniversary at the Pentagon, while other living presidents are set to attend the NYC events; the coverage also notes tributes from Melania Trump and messages from city leaders, as well as newly released records indicating officials were aware air quality near Ground Zero could be unsafe.

via CNN|

#25th-anniversary #911 #national

national28 days ago•14 min saved

America Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 With National Tributes and Reflections

As the U.S. observes the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, ceremonies unfold at major sites including the 9/11 Memorial, the Pentagon, and the Flight 93 Memorial, while coverage notes ongoing updates, tributes from leaders, and personal remembrances. A planned United Airlines flyover in Denver was canceled amid community concerns, underscoring the day’s sensitivity and focus on remembrance. The coverage also highlights survivor stories, political reflections, and new grief-support initiatives, as officials and families honor those lost and reaffirm commitments made after 9/11.

via Fox News|

#911 #anniversary #ceremonies

national1 month ago•23 min saved

New Mexico’s universal child care hits growing pains as families wait

One year after New Mexico launched the nation’s first universal free child care program, demand far outpaces slots and costs are rising, leaving many families unable to find care despite eligibility; supporters call it a national model while critics flag sustainability and implementation hurdles.

via The Washington Post|

#child-care #early-childhood-education #education-costs

national1 month ago•16 min saved

Ganga breaches Patna flood mark, affecting over 19 lakh across Bihar

The Ganga breached its flood level at Gandhi Ghat in Patna after heavy rainfall, affecting about 19.57 lakh people across 11 Bihar districts. Authorities have intensified relief and rescue operations, deployed SDRF and NDRF teams, 1,345 boats, and established community kitchens and relief camps, while warning of potential further rises and disruptions, including rail services on the Patna–Gaya section as rainfall continues.

via The Times of India|

#bihar-floods #ganga-flood #national

national1 month ago•12 min saved

FBI probes massive dark-web sale of drivers' licenses

The FBI is investigating a reported data breach in which digital scans of more than 153 million drivers’ licenses from the United States and Canada were advertised for sale on the dark web’s Nexus; Krebs on Security verified authentic licenses (at least nine) before the Nexus site disappeared, while the breach’s source remains unclear, with idscan.net named as a possible suspect and the FBI declining to comment due to the ongoing investigation.

via USA Today|

#dark-web #data-breach #fbi

national1 month ago•130 min saved

Widow of fallen Air Force member pushes for pay clarity after review

Libby Klinner, widow of an eight-year Air Force veteran killed in the KC‑135 crash, says the Air Force reviewed her husband’s pay after she spoke out and admitted initial inaccuracies, but officials confirmed she’s now receiving the full pay and benefits owed—though combat pay and tax implications complicate the calculation. She notes that pay errors are common in the military and has launched fundraising for her children, hoping her advocacy helps other grieving families get clear information from the outset. The Air Force says it remains committed to supporting families and ensuring eligible benefits were included.

via AP News|

#air-force #combat-pay #military-pay

national1 month ago•11 min saved

Grand Canyon Flood: Two Confirmed Dead, One Missing as Rescue Efforts Persist

Two hikers are dead and a third person is missing after a Grand Canyon flash flood. The deceased are Dr. John Giusti, 46, and Brent Rosenkranz, 42, of Granbury, Texas; Timothy Allen Smith, 53, remains missing. Rescue teams using dogs, boats, helicopters, and drones continue searching as closures and water restrictions are imposed after extensive damage to trails, bridges, and the park’s water system, with monsoon storms and El Niño contributing to the dangerous conditions.

via azfamily.com|

#flash-flood #grand-canyon #missing-hiker