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September 18

Blue city bus attack heightens commuters' fears after Charlotte train stabbing

Police arrested a suspect in an alleged violent bus assault against an elderly woman in Massachusetts amid growing concerns about public transit safety nationwide.

September 18

Virginia boys notch court win after being labeled 'sexual harassers' over transgender locker room complaint

A federal court blocked a Virginia school district this week from suspending two boys after they complained about a transgender classmate using their locker room facilities.

September 18

Florida woman wrestles alligator to rescue puppy it dragged into creek

A Florida woman rescued her 4-month-old puppy from an alligator's jaws, fighting off the reptile with her bare hands to save both their lives.

September 18

Lawmaker who tied Kirk to ‘domestic terrorism’ facing expulsion calls amid politician blowback nationwide

Several mayors and lawmakers face backlash for controversial posts about Charlie Kirk's death, including a West Virginia delegate who called his words domestic terrorism.

September 18

SCOOP: Iryna Zarutska stabbing fuels transit safety overhaul talks in House

House lawmakers to meet with transit and police leaders after a deadly Charlotte stabbing raised alarms about safety on U.S. public transit.

September 17

Felon indicted in train murder as attacks terrorize commuters in blue city: report

A grand jury indicted a man for allegedly killing Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte's light rail system, raising concerns about transit safety in the city.

September 17

Georgia high school mourns 17-year-old 'golf team leader' who died suddenly

Hadden Kelly, a 17-year-old Dodge County High School golfer, died after collapsing during "homecoming activities." An autopsy to determine the cause of death is pending.

September 17

Celebratory, dismissive reactions to Charlie Kirk’s death putting educators under scrutiny

Education officials condemn inappropriate responses from teachers following Charlie Kirk's assassination, with several educators placed on leave pending reviews.

September 17

Former Florida nurse caught having sex with teen stepson sentenced to 2 years in prison

A Florida nurse has been sentenced to two years in prison after her husband caught her having sex with his son last year.

September 17

Republican who defied Trump over 2020 election results launches battleground state governor bid

Georgia's Raffensperger announces governor bid with conservative agenda including eliminating state income tax while facing Trump-endorsed opposition.