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August 16, 2023

White House shoots down critics over Biden's 'no comment' Hawaii response

The White House is pushing back on criticism after President Biden said he had 'no comment' on Hawaii's rising death toll from the Maui wildfire, where at least 100 have died.

August 16, 2023

Utah man charged after allegedly shooting girlfriend in the leg for attending party without him

A Utah man, 18, was arrested and charged after allegedly shooting his 17-year-old girlfriend in the leg because she made plans to go to a party without him.

August 16, 2023

California officials torched for 'appalling' crime crisis as federal workers are encouraged to work remotely

Federal employees in San Francisco were encouraged to work from home for the 'foreseeable future' over widespread concerns surrounding the city's crime crisis.

August 15, 2023

California hiker dies after falling from peak at Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park

Simi Valley, California, resident Joy Cho died from significant injuries after falling from the west side of Teewinot at Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park on Friday.

August 15, 2023

CA judge pleads not guilty to killing spouse after allegedly texting court staff 'I just shot my wife'

A California judge accused of killing his wife on Aug. 3 pleaded not guilty in a Los Angeles courtroom on Tuesday and is out on a $1 million bail.

August 15, 2023

Pro surfer Kai Lenny bashes government for lack of aid amid Maui wildfires: 'We were just in shock'

Professional surfer and Maui native Kai Lenny said that locals have been telling him no government employees have been since as wildfires continue to tear apart the island.

August 15, 2023

Magoo, 'Up Jumps da Boogie' rapper and Timbaland collaborator, dies at 50

Renowned hip-hop artist Magoo, famous as one-half of the dynamic duo Timbaland & Magoo and recognized for the hit track "Up Jumps da Boogie," has died at 50 years old.

August 15, 2023

Maui officials confirm identities of 3 wildfire victims as FEMA, Hawaiian agencies continue searches, give aid

Federal and state officials confirmed in a briefing Tuesday that three people have been identified from the wildfire that devastated the Hawaiian island of Maui.

August 15, 2023

Maui police chief urges patience and prayers amidst devastating wildfire tragedy

Maui Police Chief John Pelletier is leading the effort to search for victims' remains in the aftermath of the deadliest U.S. wildfire in over a century.

August 15, 2023

Former NCAA athletic trainer pleads guilty to sexually assaulting female athletes

After working at San Jose State University for 14 years, Scott Shaw, the former athletic trainer at the school, pleaded guilty to sexual assault.