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January 3, 2024

Multiple arrests made after fatal shooting of California police officer during burglary of cannabis dispensary

Oakland police said Tuesday that officers made several arrests in the fatal shooting of Officer Tuan Le and they "will not rest" until justice is served.

January 3, 2024

Catholic Friars of California files for bankruptcy amid nearly 100 sex abuse claims

The Franciscan Friars of California has filed for bankruptcy as it faces nearly 100 lawsuits related to sex abuse claims that allegedly occurred at least 27 years ago.

January 3, 2024

Arizona border crossing reopens following closure due to 'unprecedented' influx of illegal crossings

An Arizona border crossing from Phoenix to the nearest beaches will reopen, along with other crossings in San Diego, Eagle Pass and Nogales, officials say.

January 3, 2024

Coast Guard rescues dog that fell off seaside cliff in Oregon, reunites pet with owners in dramatic video

A dog named Leo was rescued after falling off a seaside cliff at Oregon's Ecola State Park and was reunited with his owners, the U.S. Coast Guard said.

January 3, 2024

Minnesota adopts new, non-racist state flag, joins Utah, Mississippi, Michigan, Illinois in redesigning flags

Minnesota has become the latest state to adopt a new official state flag, joining Utah, Mississippi, Michigan, Illinois and Maine who have or are also redesigning their flags.

January 3, 2024

California legislative session to be dominated by AI regulations and state's struggling budget

California lawmakers are returning to work for an election-year legislative session, facing challenges related to artificial intelligence and a significant budget deficit.

January 3, 2024

Colorado cops nab burglar who tried to use Uber to getaway after allegedly stealing $8K in electric tools

A Colorado man carrying thousands of dollars worth of items he allegedly stole from a store was taken into custody after police busted him trying to use an Uber as a getaway car.

January 3, 2024

American dad fights for return of young son kidnapped to Korea

Dr. Jay Sung, a Washington orthodontist, is pleading for South Korean authorities to return his abducted son Bryan, who was taken there in 2019 at age 3.

January 2, 2024

Hawaii man accused of attempted murder steals car at gunpoint, dies after firefight with police

A Hawaii man wanted for attempted murder was fatally shot Monday by police after stealing a car at gunpoint and opening fire on officers.

January 2, 2024

Colorado gun group sues state over 'ghost gun' ban

A Colorado gun advocacy group, the Rocky Mountain Gun Owners, announced a lawsuit against the state, challenging a law that bans ghost guns from being possessed.