One of Alcatraz’s last living inmates speaks out on Trump’s plan to reopen prison

DELANO, Calif. — A deadly altercation inside Kern Valley State Prison in Delano has prompted a homicide investigation, officials from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation announced Wednesday.

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.

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.

Since the spring of 2021, 60,000 U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) – 1,507 in Pennsylvania – have been available for persons in desperate need of housing. Now, that short-lived program is coming to an end.

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.

VENTURA, Calif. – A Victorville man has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for orchestrating the 2004 murder of Dennis Wood, a Moorpark resident, the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday.

PLUMAS COUNTY, CA — Human remains discovered in a rugged area northeast of Cromberg have been positively identified as William Millard, a local resident who was reported missing in 2017, according to the Plumas County Sheriff's Office.

Kentucky’s forests, traditionally valued for their timber and recreation, could soon become a source of sweet economic opportunity, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.

A judge has rejected efforts by former Gov. Matt Bevin and his ex-wife Glenna Bevin to keep their divorce settlement confidential, ruling in favor of their adopted son Jonah Bevin, 18, who had asked it be public.

Storm Prediction Center Raises Risk Levels to Moderate Risk For Arkansas North Texas Oklahoma Missouri & Kansas Along With Elevated Tornado & Large Hail Risk Monday May 19, 2025.

In fewer than 100 days, the Trump administration has promoted drilling, mining and development of public lands while undercutting the science, scientists and laws that protect the environmental fabric of the West, conservationists say. The president maintains he is pursuing his agenda in the name of national security and a better life for Americans.

Republican Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick could have stopped President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” that will slash Medicaid and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits spending by almost $1 trillion.

Mexican Cartel drones were detected crossing the border into Texas 1,216 times between April 2024 and April 2025 by sensors installed by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). Even more alarming, DPS Texas Rangers Captain Troy Wilson told a US Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, the drone-detection network Texas has in place covers just 14% of its 1,254-mile border with Mexico. So the actual number of cartel drone incursions is likely much higher than they know.

The future of a Wyoming-focused science team that helped understand and popularize the phenomenon of wildlife migration is uncertain after a series of moves by the Trump administration’s U.S. Geological Survey to hollow out or even end its 43 cooperative research units.

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!

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.

If you blinked or slept, you likely missed it. But perceptive and confused Marietta and Cobb County residents reported feeling a small earthquake today around around 9:05 am. The quake was confirmed by the US Geological Society as a magnitude 4.1 quake centered 12 miles SE of Greenback, TN. Quake reports available as of 9:40 am on the USGS website showed reports being filed from throughout North Georgia, including the Cobb County area. Residents who felt the quake can file a report with the USGS using the "Felt Report" site.

FRESNO, Calif. — A chaotic brawl in southwest Fresno took a horrifying turn earlier this month when a woman allegedly shouted for a teenager to “shoot the girls,” leading to gunfire that injured three females, police stated.

A new warning from Brazilian pulp exporter Suzano SA has raised concerns about the potential for toilet paper shortages and price hikes in the United States. While store shelves currently remain well stocked, the company reports that ongoing supply chain disruptions and new U.S. tariffs are already affecting shipments.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared that Cherry, a petite one-year-old, weighing just 12 pounds, is still looking for her forever family. This small dog has already overcome significant challenges on her journey to finding a forever home. "Cherry is as sweet as her name- and after a rough start, she's ready for the good life," shares the local rescue organization. Her story began on the streets of rural Texas, where she was discovered wandering while heavily pregnant. Thanks to the compassion of a foster family, Cherry found safe harbor during her most vulnerable time, successfully raising her puppies, who have all since found their forever homes.

SANTA ROSA, Calif. — A Santa Rosa police officer was assaulted Tuesday afternoon while attempting to tow a vehicle with severely expired registration on Santa Rosa Avenue, police said.

AI was used for research and to edit original content. The Pope Prophecy by St. Malachy and the Catholic Church and the Doomsday Question. The world watches as the news is filled with wars, economic collapse, and political instability. The Catholic Church itself continues to be troubled by theological disputes, Western church attendance decline, and ongoing clergy abuse scandals. This leads to new interest in the Prophecy of the Popes written by St. Malachy.

President Trump’s budget proposal “is bad for the work to end homelessness,” according to Ann Oliva, chief executive officer of the National Alliance to End Homelessness. “From zeroing out the Continuum of Care and (Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS) programs in favor of an inadequate Emergency Solutions Grants increase, to eliminating the Community Development Block Grant and HOME programs, to major changes and cuts in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s rental assistance programs, to cuts in other critical supports — this budget would (if passed) be disastrous for already-marginalized people, especially those experiencing homelessness and housing instability.”

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.

Another Trump promise bites the dust. Remember when the former reality TV host-turned-president swore—SWORE on his stack of golden toilet paper—that he’d end the Russia-Ukraine war before he even walked into the White House? Like, poof, war over. All he needed was a chair, a Diet Coke, and maybe a few compliments for Putin’s abs.

Congressman Barry Loudermilk recently walked into an International House of Pancakes in Woodstock for a meeting with constituents. Loudermilk was the featured speaker for a weekly breakfast meeting series for local conservatives.

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.

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based dog rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced their newest resident, Barack, a charismatic puppy who is waiting for his forever family to find him and bring him home! Due to his name, this lovable pup has earned the endearing nickname "Mr. President" among his caretakers. Barack's journey at the shelter has been marked by equal parts charm and playful mischief. This was perfectly demonstrated in a memorable incident involving a bathroom sink and his own reflection. "Barack wanted to get a closer look at the mirror-puppy, because he looked so handsome. This resulted in two handsome puppies in a too-small sink," the shelter shared with amusement.

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania was meeting last week with representatives from a teachers union in his home state when things quickly devolved.

MORRISTOWN, NJ — A New Jersey Transit employee has been charged with theft and receiving stolen property after allegedly orchestrating a years-long scheme to profit from the unauthorized resale of cellphones purchased with public funds, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced.