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FBI raids homes of Southern California officials in widening Chinese influence probe

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The FBI launched a sweeping corruption investigation in Southern California this week, raiding properties linked to three local political figures and a Chinese-language media executive, as federal investigators examine possible concerns about foreign influence. Agents executed search warrants involving San Bernardino County Supervisor Kurt Hagman, Ontario Assemblyman Alan Wapner, and attorney Frank Lizarraga, the main … Read more

What do you do with leftover fireworks? How to properly dispose of them, according to officials

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) — From backyard barbecues to fireworks displays, Fourth of July traditions are on full display across America on its 250th birthday. While the celebration may only last a few minutes in the sky, officials said the cleanup afterward is just as important. “Always keep your water source nearby, such as a … Read more

Officials identify man killed in wrong-way crash in Boston

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Local news The 28-year-old Haverhill man was killed early Sunday morning in a wrong-way crash on I-93. The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office announced Monday that Riley Sergey, a 28-year-old Haverhill man, was the driver killed early Sunday morning when an SUV traveling the wrong way on Interstate 93 in Boston collided with his car. … Read more

Trump’s name is still on the Kennedy Center, though officials say it will be down by noon

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entertainment In the filing, the Kennedy Center provided confirmation that “removal work is currently ongoing” and will “conclude in the early hours of the morning.” A worker removes a letter of President Donald Trump’s name from the wall of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, Saturday, June 13, 2026. (AP … Read more

8 students rescued after getting stuck on Pleasure Pier roller coaster, fire officials say

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GALVESTON, Texas (KTRK) — Crews rescued eight students who were stuck for hours on Pleasure Pier’s Iron Shark roller coaster in Galveston on Thursday. SkyEye13 showed riders being rescued from a parked roller coaster at Pleasure Pier in Galveston on Thursday afternoon. At 5:37 p.m., firefighters received a phone call from eight passengers stuck on … Read more

4 people hurt after gas leak led to deadly explosion at Dallas apartment complex, officials say

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DALLAS (KTRK) — Firefighters and other first responders crowded around a massive fire at a Dallas apartment complex after a gas leak leveled the building and set it on fire. According to the Dallas Police Department, the fire was reported in the 400 block of East 9th Street in the Oak Cliff neighborhood Thursday afternoon. … Read more

OC officials reveal ‘critical’ update on chemical tank explosion threat

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Officials in Orange County say a significant shift in conditions at the Garden Grove Chemical Facility has significantly reduced the immediate risk of a catastrophic explosion. In a joint statement from the City of Westminster and the Westminster Police Department, experts described the situation as “very positive.” The update comes after emergency crews reported a … Read more

Mass. officials release 4 submissions to immigration agent misconduct portal

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Local news “We are reviewing and investigating these requests as they come in and will work with the Attorney General’s Office to release others when they are ready.” Governor Maura Haley speaks in Boston on April 30, 2026. Finn Gomez/The Boston Globe In response to a public records request, state officials issued four memos to … Read more

Hantavirus cruise ship heads for Spain’s Canary Islands as officials race to trace victims’ contacts

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The MV Hondius cruise ship hit by the Hantavirus is on its way to Spain’s Canary Islands on Thursday, as European and African authorities rush to track down anyone who may have come into contact with the virus. The Spanish Ministry of Health told CNN on Wednesday that the journey from the archipelago nation off … Read more

Local Utah officials’ approval of ‘Shark Tank’ mogul Kevin O’Leary’s massive new data center enrages residents: ‘Shame!’

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Hundreds of angry Utahns packed the gym and erupted in chants of “Shame! Shame! Shame!” This week as county commissioners The payment was made by the endorsement of “Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary A massive artificial intelligence data center project – a sprawling development project he warns could change the rural area forever. The controversial … Read more