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Gather ‘round, friends, because it’s time… once again… for America’s favorite ongoing disaster series: “Florida Man!”. Today’s episode? Oh, it’s a masterpiece. A real Shakespearean tragedy… if Shakespeare had been raised on meth, gator jerky, and Monster Energy.

MERCED, California — A California Highway Patrol officer recently stopped a driver who was speeding at a staggering 114 miles per hour on Gurr Road near Jerry Collins Avenue, more than double the posted 55 MPH limit, according to CHP Merced.

As of May 24, 2025, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), there are three more missing children's posters on its website for this month bringing the total for May to seven missing teenagers. The previously four reported as missing are still listed on the NCMEC website, and names are included below.

Federal authorities have taken down what they call "one of the largest and most dangerous drug trafficking organizations in U.S. history." The operation targeted the Sinaloa Cartel through the seizure of a record-breaking 400 Kilograms of Fentanyl - the largest in the history of the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) - which was the lead agency in the multi-state effort.

HAZLETON – One man is dead, another shot, and a third in jail after a... The post Two shot, one killed in Hazleton bar shooting first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

OROVILLE, Calif. — A former California Highway Patrol officer from Oroville was arraigned April 25 in Butte County Superior Court on multiple felony sexual assault charges, according to the Butte County District Attorney's Office.

For Rae Vermeal, the experience of one Pima County senior illustrates the complexity of the housing struggle for older people in the region. The woman owns her home and gets $967 through Social Security.

LANCASTER – Officials are investigating the death of an incarcerated man at California State Prison, Los Angeles County (LAC), as a homicide, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).

Mexican Cartels are out more than $91 million in expected profits after US Federal Agents seized several huge shipments of methamphetamines from smugglers caught attempting to bring them across the border into Texas last month.

A daring jump from the Cressy Bridge in rural Merced County turned into a dangerous emergency on the morning of May 15, when a man was seriously injured after landing in waist-deep water, according to the sheriff's office.

FARMINGDALE, NJ — A former Farmingdale, New Jersey resident has been sentenced to 192 months (16 years) in federal prison for orchestrating a multi-million-dollar fraud scheme that exploited federal pandemic relief programs intended to support struggling small businesses, according to U.S. Attorney Alina Habba.

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — After nearly three decades of investigation and heartbreak, justice has arrived for the family of Monica Leech, a Camarillo mother of four killed during a 1997 bank robbery in Thousand Oaks, county prosecutors announced.

Within the past few days, the US State Department has issued urgent travel advisories to US residents about a Mexican destination that is popular with US tourists: Los Cabos / Cabo San Lucas/La Paz in Baja California Sur, Mexico.

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced an adorable bonded pair of Chihuahua mixes, Gonzo and Sugar, who are seeking their forever home together. "The most adorable little gremlins we've ever seen," the shelter enthusiastically shared about the duo, explaining they're "the good kind of Chihuahuas that don't bite you ankles!" These small companions have captured hearts with their gentle dispositions, and are hoping their future forever family finds them soon!

SAN FRANCISCO — A heroic act turned tragic Wednesday afternoon when a man died after attempting to rescue a dog from the surf near Ocean Beach and Lawton Street, the San Francisco Fire Department stated.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared with their community that Dixie, an energetic and loving young pup who has been in rescue for over a month, is still searching for his forever family. Recently, Dixie took part in a Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. meet-and-greet that didn't result in a match. “Dixie had a meet and greet this weekend, but he just wasn’t ‘the one’. A little ‘too much' ”, the rescue reported after the event. The silver lining to that is that Dixie’s true forever family is still out there, and simply have not met him yet.

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — A former executive at a Newport Beach company specializing in classic car acquisitions has been arrested on federal charges for allegedly embezzling $7 million while living in the U.S. illegally, authorities said.

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Lizzy, a tiny 5-pound puppy who has had a difficult start to life. At only six weeks old, Lizzy was left abandoned in an apartment, where her story could have taken a tragic turn if not for the intervention of a compassionate volunteer. Thankfully, Lizzy was discovered in time and has since been placed in a loving foster home. She has not let her past define her. "Lizzy is a small girl with a huge puppy personality," the rescue organization shares, highlighting her vibrant and engaging nature.

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - A Montclair man has been sentenced to four life terms plus an additional 360 months in federal prison for committing and ordering multiple murders and for leading a large-scale narcotics trafficking enterprise, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced on April 23, 2025.

PLACER COUNTY, Calif. — A search is underway this weekend at Hell Hole Reservoir in Placer County for a man who disappeared beneath the water Thursday evening and has not been seen since, according to the Placer County Sheriff’s Office.

SAN DIEGO — A dramatic emergency landing on State Route 76 in Oceanside last fall has ended with a federal prison sentence for a student pilot who was using his flying privileges to transport drugs.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Dutch, a gentle dog whose story touches hearts and shows the resilience of rescue dogs. Despite a challenging past marked by abandonment, Dutch has maintained an unwavering spirit and gentle demeanor. "This sweet, pajama-wearing gentleman was abandoned by the only family he'd ever known, left outside to starve when they no longer wanted him," shares the local nonprofit rescue, highlighting the unfortunate circumstances that brought Dutch into their care. Yet, what makes Dutch's story remarkable is not the hardship he endured, but rather his continued capacity for love and trust despite all he has been through.

IONE — Authorities in Amador County are investigating the death of a 51-year-old man incarcerated at Mule Creek State Prison in Ione as a homicide, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

Meet the small, neglected dog found in dire condition now on the road to recovery and waiting for his forever family to find him. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced a small two-year-old pug named Roscoe who, as the rescue puts it, has endured far more than any dog should in his short life. This brave little dog's journey from neglect to recovery hasn’t been easy. When Roscoe first arrived at Sandy Paws, his condition was dire. "He came to us nearly hairless, his skin raw and inflamed from prolonged neglect and outdoor exposure in his previous 'home,'" the rescue reports. Through consistent care and attention, Roscoe has made remarkable progress, though his recovery journey continues. While most of his coat has regrown, some lasting effects of his previous neglect remain visible in the form of persistent bald patches.

VALLEJO, California — A Vallejo man with a violent criminal history is back in custody following a major law enforcement operation involving several local and state agencies.

Two more men who entered the US illegally have been arrested in recent days for murders committed in the countries from which they fled. On May 6, 2025, in Dana Point, California, US Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Special Agents took a Salvadoran man into custody on an INTERPOL warrant seeking his arrest for a double murder committed in his homeland. ICE says the man was also a member of the violent MS-13 gang.

Lawyers for Jonah Bevin, the adopted son of former Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin, have filed a sharply worded reply to claims Matt Bevin filed under seal April 25 in which he responds to “certain assertions” made by his estranged son.

A ninety-degree afternoon can tempt anyone to jump into a Sierra reservoir, but the water waiting below the surface is often cold enough to kill. Many California lakes—especially the big, snow-fed reservoirs and alpine basins such as Lake Tahoe—hold water that rarely climbs above 70 °F, even in July and August.

The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts recently introduced a friendly, tiny chihuahua who is searching for his forever family. This special senior pup, named Mr. Tumnus, is described by the shelter as their "favorite type of dog" and embodies everything they love in a dog - he's a chihuahua, he's elderly, he's toothless, and he's incredibly friendly. Weighing in at just 7 pounds, Mr. Tumnus has captured the hearts of shelter staff with his endearing personality.