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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.

September 28, 2023

Glenn Youngkin pressed on 2024 plans as speculation swirls

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin declined to definitively rule out a 2024 run when pressed on Fox News about the growing calls for him to enter the crowded race.

September 28, 2023

Bodies found in search for student pilot, instructor after Kentucky crash

Two bodies have reportedly been found in a wooded, debris-littered area in Kentucky. They may belong to a student pilot and instructor who went missing in a Wednesday crash.

September 28, 2023

Former Justice Department prosecutor accused of stabbing driver in Tampa road rage fight

A former federal prosecutor who played a role in January 6 Capitol riot cases has been accused of stabbing a Florida man in a road rage incident outside Tampa this week.

September 28, 2023

Alabama Rep. John Rogers charged with obstructing federal investigation

A longtime member of the Alabama House, John Rogers, has been accused of obstructing justice. Rogers allegedly tried to bribe a person to provide false information to investigators.

September 28, 2023

Invasive catfish predator invades Georgia river

Anglers in Georgia have been urged to catch flathead catfish, an invasive species that has invaded the Ogeechee River and may threaten the state’s redbreast sunfish.