A vigil was held in Northridge for Keith Porter Jr., who was shot and killed by an off-duty ICE agent after allegedly firing celebratory gunfire on New Year's Eve. The community is calling for transparency and accountability in the investigation, with advocates criticizing the agent's response and demanding legal action. The incident has sparked discussions on police training, use of force, and community safety.
An 8-year-old girl was hospitalized with a fractured skull after a man threw a rock into a school bus in Teaneck, New Jersey. The suspect, Hernando Garciamorales, was arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including assault and endangering a child. The incident occurred during a school trip, and the girl underwent surgery and is expected to recover.
On the day David Bowie died in 2016, his son Duncan Jones donated £10,116 to Binley Woods village hall's car park fund in his father's memory, after a long correspondence with a local fan, Norman Miller, who had hoped Bowie would perform there.
A Colorado man and other customers who unknowingly purchased tainted diesel at Denver gas stations are seeking reimbursement for costly car repairs, with some facing bills over $3,000. Despite assurances from gas station chains like Kroger that they will work with impacted customers, many are concerned about the reimbursement process and additional costs such as towing and transportation. State officials advise impacted customers to contact the stations or the Colorado Division of Oil and Public Safety for assistance.
Colorado officials received over 200 complaints about tainted fuel sold at several Denver-area gas stations, including Costco, Murphy Express, and King Soopers, leading to potential costly repairs for affected drivers, with issues linked to Sinclair's fuel supply. The state is investigating the incident, and consumers are advised to contact retailers and report issues to authorities.
A man in his 60s was killed in a multi-vehicle hit-and-run in Studio City, Los Angeles, after being struck by a cargo van, a white SUV, and a sedan on Ventura Boulevard. Police are seeking the public's help to identify the drivers involved, offering a reward for information leading to their arrest.
Three men were arrested after a crash in South Benfleet, Essex, where emergency responders were struck by a second vehicle, seriously injuring a paramedic and police officer. The incident prompted an investigation, with police appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Two collisions on I-26 West near Long Shoals Road in Asheville led to the closure of all westbound lanes on January 10, involving tractor-trailers with minor injuries and debris cleanup, with the highway expected to reopen by evening.
After the Eaton Fire destroyed their homes, several families from Altadena have relocated across the country and internationally, seeking new communities that offer the natural beauty and close-knit feel they lost, with some moving to places like the Netherlands, North Carolina, and New York, driven by financial, safety, and family considerations.
Police in Snowdonia warn visitors against irresponsible parking on snow-covered roads, emphasizing safety and the risk of vehicle damage or injury, and urging responsible behavior and awareness of weather conditions to prevent accidents and ensure access for emergency services.
Starting February 9, Old Towne Orange will implement paid parking with rates from $1.25 to $2 per hour to improve parking turnover, while maintaining over a thousand free parking spaces including a large parking structure; residents can apply for free permits, but business owners and employees are not exempt, sparking mixed reactions from the community and local business owners.
Two individuals shot by U.S. Border Patrol in Portland have alleged connections to a Venezuelan gang and previous criminal cases, sparking protests and ongoing investigations. The police and federal authorities are working to determine the circumstances of the shooting, which occurred after the suspects allegedly attempted to run over officers with a vehicle. The incident has heightened tensions and calls for peaceful protests amid concerns over law enforcement conduct and immigration enforcement.
A Chicago property owner is frustrated that despite Illinois' new law allowing law enforcement to remove squatters, she cannot get alleged squatters out of her condo, highlighting ongoing issues and confusion with the law's implementation.
Renee Macklin Good, a beloved poet and mother of three, was shot and killed by an ICE officer in Minneapolis during a support protest, sparking widespread grief and calls for compassion, as her wife and community remember her as a radiant, kind-hearted person who believed in love and kindness for all.
Multiple arrests were made at Arthaus in Ithaca during a police narcotics operation involving several law enforcement agencies, including the FBI and state police, targeting drug-related activities and exploitation within the supportive housing complex.
