A multistate Listeria outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products from Yu Shang Food Inc. has resulted in the deaths of two infants, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The outbreak has infected 19 people in eight states, with the majority of cases involving individuals who have eaten contaminated items. … Read more
A severe storm system is expected to cause a Wednesday washout in Massachusetts, with heavy rain, isolated flooding, and damaging gusts. Numerous risks and alerts are associated with this extremely abnormal storm system. The Storm Prediction Center has classified areas south of the Mass Pike as “marginal” risk for severe thunderstorms. How much rain will … Read more
On Wednesday, the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) banned biological males who have reached puberty but identify as transgender athletes from competing against biological females in a major modification to the organization’s “Gender Policy for Competition Eligibility.” According to a Wednesday press statement, under the LPGA’s updated policy, which will go into effect for the … Read more
A man was detained in Brooklyn following an investigation that culminated in the seizure of over 85 pounds of cocaine and fentanyl, eight loaded weapons, and nearly $420,000, prosecutors said Tuesday. George Capella, 45, was arrested on Dec. 4, after an eight-month wiretap investigation dubbed “Operation Interstate Powder,” authorities said. The charges against him included … Read more
A veteran law enforcement officer from Arapahoe County, Colorado, has resigned after her hidden side career in the adult film industry was revealed, revealing a deeply personal story of financial survival and difficult decisions. Shannon Lofland, 44, a 21-year sheriff’s deputy, spoke out about the devastating financial circumstances that pressure her to make an unexpected … Read more
A dedicated police squad has arrested 93 members of organized shoplifting gangs in the midst of an explosion in retail thefts. The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) reported that Operation Pegasus had “impacted 28 organized crime groups and high-harm individuals” who were responsible for more than £4 million in commercial losses. Among those detained were … Read more
House Democrats will face a tough vote this week on the final compromise annual defense bill that includes pay raises for troops but also bans coverage for U.S. service members’ children who seek transgender care. All Democrats present on Tuesday opposed a procedural vote to advance the historically bipartisan legislation, 211-207, but will face a … Read more
It’s no secret that the Cincinnati Bengals haven’t had the season they expected after the offseason. The Bengals’ win over the Dallas Cowboys improved their season record to 5-8, putting their playoff hopes on life support. Although the Bengals returned to winning ways, their troubles did not end there, according to one Cincinnati-based reporter. “While … Read more
The Tunica County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) reported that a husband and wife died in a murder-suicide on Sunday afternoon. Lonnie Nelson Jr., 52, and his wife, Vickie Lane Nelson, 53, were found dead of gunshot wounds at a residence in Tunica, Mississippi, at approximately 4:40 p.m. on December 8, according to the Tunica County Sheriff’s … Read more
A Mississippi teen is in custody after reportedly shooting another teen during a CBD vape juice transaction on Saturday. Authorities report that the teen victim went to a Moselle residence shortly before noon to sell CBD vape juice to Landyn Brady, who was 18 years old. During the exchange, Brady allegedly shot the youngster twice. … Read more