LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — The Bolivian general accused of leading a failed coup has been sent to a maximum-security prison as he faces charges of terrorism and starting an armed uprising. A handcuffed Gen. Juan José Zúñiga was escorted on Saturday by two guards to the vehicle that it will take him to the
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By Ricky Sayer Click here for updates on this story BUTLER, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — A Butler Township couple says a man pulled a gun on them for verbally comforting his dog, which had been left alone inside a car. Township police told KDKA-TV they are in the early stages of an investigation into what happened.
Continue ReadingBy Joe Brandt Click here for updates on this story PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — A Philadelphia woman was charged and accused of stealing COVID-19 relief funds meant for a city in South Florida — allegedly using the money to fund luxury purchases, money transfers to other people and a Brazilian Butt Lift cosmetic procedure. Ashley Stibbins-Parker,
Continue ReadingBy Jesse Zanger Click here for updates on this story LAKEWOOD, New Jersey (WCBS, WLNY) — A woman from Lakewood, New Jersey accused of drowning her young daughters in a bathtub did so for “religious purposes,” court documents revealed. Naomi Elkins was living in a basement apartment in a two-family home with her children, 1
Continue ReadingSCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — More than 200 firefighters were battling a wildfire northeast of Phoenix on Saturday that threatened scores of homes and has forced dozens of residents to evacuate. No structures have been damaged as the wildfire traversed nearly 6 square miles (15 square kilometers) on the cusp of the Boulder Heights subdivision, said
Continue ReadingSCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — More than 200 firefighters were battling a wildfire northeast of Phoenix on Saturday that threatened scores of homes and has forced dozens of residents to evacuate. No structures have been damaged as the wildfire traversed nearly 6 square miles (15 square kilometers) on the cusp of the Boulder Heights subdivision, said
Continue ReadingAP Basketball Writer LeBron James is going to move toward a new contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. Paul George and Klay Thompson may simply be on the move to new teams. And the NBA’s free agency period, which officially starts Sunday, suddenly has some intrigue. James did not exercise his option to accept what
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By Ivan Taylor Click here for updates on this story MIAMI (WFOR) — A 16-year veteran with the Fort Lauderdale Police Department faces possible termination after an internal investigation revealed serious allegations. Police officer John Giga is accused of driving a police unit to go bar hopping, using racial slurs against a group of men,
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By Mostafa Salem and Eve Brennan, CNN (CNN) — A police officer at the Israeli Embassy in the Serbian capital Belgrade was shot in the neck with a crossbow in a suspected terror attack on Saturday, CNN affiliate N1 reported. The police officer shot the attacker who later died, according to N1. The officer has
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By Tiffany Chan Click here for updates on this story MANSFIELD, Massachusetts (WBZ) — A Mansfield mother and first-time Pan Mass Challenge rider said she’s looking forward to giving back to the organization that saved both her and her daughter’s lives. Sarah Krajewski is a two-time cancer survivor. She was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma when
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By Victoria D Click here for updates on this story HYDE PARK, Massachusetts (WBZ) — A unique housing complex welcoming LGBTQ+ seniors officially opened its doors on Friday. The Pryde features mixed-income housing to provide a safe and comfortable living space for people over 62. The complex has been in the works for more than
Continue ReadingUPLAND, Calif. (AP) — Four people were killed early Friday after a six-minute pursuit by law enforcement ended in a two-vehicle crash in Southern California, authorities said. San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputies began pursuing a driver who was suspected to be intoxicated around 1:45 a.m. Friday after the vehicle would not pull over during a
Continue ReadingUPLAND, Calif. (AP) — Four people were killed early Friday after a six-minute pursuit by law enforcement ended in a two-vehicle crash in Southern California, authorities said. San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputies began pursuing a driver who was suspected to be intoxicated around 1:45 a.m. Friday after the vehicle would not pull over during a
Continue Reading By Sydney Bishop, CNN (CNN) — Two days after Jonathan Fielding fell to his death while taking photos from a scenic overlook in southern Utah, his older sister Rebecca found herself sitting on the same ledge where he had lost his footing. It was January 29. She had driven some 15 hours from her home
Continue ReadingBy Issy Ronald, CNN (CNN) — India produced a brilliant performance to defeat South Africa by just seven runs in a dramatic men’s T20 World Cup final, ending a long 13-year wait for the cricket-obsessed nation since its last World Cup win. It was a nail-biting finale in Bridgetown, Barbados as India set a total
Continue ReadingSofía Benavides (CNN Español) — A menos de un mes de las elecciones presidenciales en Venezuela, este domingo 30 de junio el Consejo Nacional Electoral (CNE) realizará un simulacro en 1174 centros de votación. Las elecciones presidenciales venezolanas están previstas para el 28 de julio y en ellas participan 10 candidatos, entre ellos el presidente
Continue ReadingPHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Diamondbacks activated ace Zac Gallen from the injured list to start Saturday’s game against the Oakland Athletics. The right-hander (5-4, 3.12 ERA) left his previous outing on May 30 at the New York Mets after facing one batter. He was diagnosed with a right hamstring strain and was placed on
Continue ReadingBy Sam Joseph, CNN (CNN) — Reigning champion Italy was knocked out of Euro 2024 in the last 16 after Switzerland produced a stunning upset to win 2-0 on Saturday at the Olympiastadion in Berlin. Goals from Remo Freuler and Ruben Vargas either side of halftime were enough for Murat Yakin’s side to book its
Continue ReadingFLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — A northern Arizona man has been sentenced to prison for the rest of his life on convictions including first-degree murder in the 2020 starvation death of his 6-year-old son, according to court proceedings. A Coconino County judge sentenced Anthony Martinez, 28, on Friday to life in prison on the murder conviction,
Continue ReadingAssociated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Four Missouri prison guards have been charged with murder, and a fifth with accessory to involuntary manslaughter, in the December death of a Black man. The charges were announced Friday. Court records say Othel Moore Jr. was pepper sprayed, had his face covered with a mask and was left in
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