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August 7, 2023

Thousands of US veterans continue to receive additional benefits as 1-year anniversary of PACT Act approaches

Thousands of veterans across the United States have received additional benefits since the PACT Act was signed into effect last August. The law is approaching its first anniversary.

August 7, 2023

Long Beach pleasure boat explodes after catching on fire, leaving 2 dead, 3 injured

Two women died after a pleasure boat caught on fire and exploded at a bay near Los Angeles, California. Other passengers survived the blaze after jumping into the water.

August 7, 2023

California firefighting helicopter crashes after mid-air collision during fire response, multiple dead

Three people died after a firefighting helicopter was involved in a mid-air collision Sunday night in California as it was extinguishing a brush fire.

August 6, 2023

California suspected serial rapist arrested, police search for more victims

Walnut Creek police are searching for potential victims of Brandon Delliquadri, a resident who was charged with forcible rape and rape of an unconscious victim in July.

August 6, 2023

California bear ‘Hank the Tank’ captured after string of home invasions

California wildlife officials have captured a massive black bear dubbed by local officials as "Hank the Tank" after a series of nearly two dozen home invasions.

August 6, 2023

Burglar takes break from robbing home to cozy up with overly friendly family dog: 'I love you, too'

A San Diego, California, burglary suspect was seen petting the victim's golden retriever while in the middle of stealing a high-end bicycle, police said.

August 6, 2023

Burglar takes break from robbing home to cozy up with overly friendly family dog

A suspected San Diego bike thief was seen pausing his alleged crime to pet and cuddle with the victim’s friendly dog. (San Diego Police Department)

August 6, 2023

Alaska river floods after Suicide Basin broke in Mendenhall Glacier

The Mendenhall River in Juneau, Alaska, began flooding Saturday following a "major release" from Suicide Basin. Evacuation orders have been issued.

August 6, 2023

Oregon sheriff warns of fake $100 bills tossed over Multnomah Falls after hikers reportedly risk their lives

Fake $100 bills that were thrown over Multnomah Falls in Oregon led some curious hikers to risk their lives for the phony money, officials said.

August 6, 2023

Colorado man dead in single-engine aircraft crash near small airport

One person is dead following a small single-engine plane crash at a public airport in Colorado near Falcon Saturday afternoon, authorities said.