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September 16, 2023

Woman dies after falling from US-Mexico border wall, officials say

An immigration volunteer organizer says a 30-foot tall border fence has not deterred people from trying to cross into the U.S. after a woman fell to her death Friday.

September 16, 2023

Bryan Kohberger's 'unprecedented' pretrial privileges include vegan food, new suits, computer: victim's dad

Idaho student murders suspect Bryan Kohberger may be getting special treatment, according to the father of Kaylee Goncalves, who says he's been denied public records.

September 16, 2023

Woman dies after falling from U.S.-Mexico border wall near CA port of entry

A woman was found dead Friday in a fall from the U.S.-Mexico border wall, authorities told FOX 5 San Diego.

September 16, 2023

Crime-ridden blue city now hiring more police. Why they can’t get them on the streets fast enough

The Portland Police Bureau is seeing a surge of applicants, but a backlog at the state's only training academy is keeping officers from hitting the streets.

September 15, 2023

California bill's passage requires foster parents to 'demonstrate' support of a child's LGBTQ expression

A foster care bill in California passed Friday to require prospective foster parents to demonstrate their "ability and willingness" to support their child's sexual orientation.

September 15, 2023

Opposites may not attract after all: Recent study reveals the fascinating similarities between most couples

The well-known saying that “opposites attract" may not always be accurate, according to a recent report from Colorado University Boulder. Experts explain why couples tend to be similar.

September 15, 2023

As Los Angeles County zero bail rules go into effect, prosecutor calls it 'invitation' to commit more crimes

New Los Angeles County zero bail rules go into effect in October but critics warn it could lead to more crime.

September 15, 2023

Hiker on trail near Colorado Springs trampled by a moose

A Colorado hiker was injured on Tuesday when he was "trampled" by a moose who was being "protective" of its calf, according to officials.

September 15, 2023

California school board to limit flags from school campuses except the American and state flag

The Temecula Valley Unified School District in California voted to approve a policy limiting flags from campuses at a school board meeting.

September 15, 2023

Washington state floatplane crash on lake leaves 1 dead, another person severely injured

One person is dead and another is critically injured after a floatplane crash on Lake Sammamish in Washington state Friday morning.