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September 28, 2023

Manhunt ends as suspect in South Carolina coast shooting is found dead

A manhunt along the coast of South Carolina has come to a conclusion with the discovery of the suspect's lifeless body, authorities announced on Thursday.

September 28, 2023

Former Fulton County Jail officer federally indicted for allegedly using excessive force with detainee

A former Fulton County, Georgia, jail officer was federally indicted this week for allegedly using excessive force with a female pretrial detainee in June.

September 28, 2023

NASCAR $1M All-Star race to stay at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2024 following successful return

The NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race will remain at North Wilkesboro Speedway in 2024, extending its return after a 27-year hiatus due to the successful event held this year.

September 28, 2023

North Carolina lottery achieves record-breaking $1 billion in annual net earnings

North Carolina's state-operated lottery has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing $1 billion in annual net earnings, a feat attributed in part to robust sales driven by interest.

September 28, 2023

Biden approves federal disaster assistance for Louisiana's battle against saltwater intrusion

President Joe Biden has announced the availability of federal disaster assistance for Louisiana, where efforts are underway to combat the leak of saltwater into the Mississippi River.

September 28, 2023

Florida teacher, Disney employees among 219 arrested in human trafficking operation: authorities

The Polk County Sheriff's Office in Florida, along with several other law enforcement agencies, arrested 219 people during a seven-day human trafficking operation last week.

September 28, 2023

Franklin Graham's Samaritan's Purse to dedicate newly constructed homes for Kentucky tornado survivors

Samaritan's Purse will be dedicating 16 newly built homes in Mayfield, Kentucky, on Friday, Sept. 29. The homes will be given for free to people who survived the 2021 tornado.

September 28, 2023

Deliberations begin in YouTube prankster shooting case, defendant claims self-defense

Deliberations began in the ongoing trial of a 31-year-old DoorDash driver facing charges of aggravated malicious wounding and firearms offenses for a shooting incident involving a 21-year-old YouTube prankster.

September 28, 2023

Manhunt after shootings close schools in South Carolina coastal area

A day-long manhunt unfolded in South Carolina as authorities sought a suspect responsible for shooting two individuals, including a sheriff's deputy, prompting the closure of schools.

September 28, 2023

Florida auto shop shooting kills 2 amidst customer's grudge over service 2 years ago

Florida auto shop shooting resulted in the death of two, and it was reportedly sparked by a dissatisfied former customer's grievances over work performed on his vehicle years earlier.