As the Far Northwest Side District 1 Chicago School Board race comes to a close, stay-at-home mom and former educator Jennifer Custer appears to have taken a slight lead over Michelle N. Pierre. With almost all precincts reporting, Custer, a former assistant principal and union leader supported by the Chicago Teachers Union, holds the edge...
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Seasonal Loose Leaf Collection Service in Raleigh Begins November 12 with Residents Advised to Check Schedule for Updates
Raleigh residents, it’s time to prep your rakes and get ready for the city’s seasonal loose leaf collection. Starting November 12, the City of Raleigh invites locals to neatly pile their fallen leaves near the curb for the city’s pick-up service. In a statement obtained by the City of Raleigh’s official news page, residents are...
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Glendale Police Boost DUI Prevention Tactics with $36K Grant from DUI Abatement Council
The Glendale Police Department has recently been the beneficiary of a generous grant aimed at ramping up efforts against driving under the influence (DUI). The grant, totaling $36,000, comes from the DUI Abatement Council and the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety and is earmarked specifically for DUI education and enforcement initiatives. This new influx of...
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Attempted Robbery at Oakland University Female Student Targeted by Masked Men in Oakview Hall
Early this morning, an attempted robbery occurred at Oakland University, targeting a female student on the second floor of Oakview Hall. The university’s police are calling for any information related to the incident, which involved five men wearing ski masks who approached the student at approximately 12:30 a.m. As reported by ClickOnDetroit, the suspects engaged...
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Seminole Soccer Coach Arrested, Suspected of Lewd Behavior with Minor in Pinellas County
A Seminole soccer coach was arrested on Tuesday and is facing allegations of lewd and lascivious behavior involving a minor, according to Pinellas County authorities. Joel Avitia, a 42-year-old man, is accused of using his position of trust to engage in inappropriate conduct with an underage female. Details provided by the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office...
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“Bling Bishop” Lamor Whitehead Sentenced to 9 Years for Defrauding Brooklyn Congregants as NYC Church Robber Also Jailed
The saga of Lamor Whitehead, once known as the “Bling Bishop” for his lavish lifestyle and flamboyant jewelry, has come to a seeming close with his sentencing to nine years in federal prison. Whitehead, a Brooklyn pastor, faced justice for a string of frauds, including swindling a single mom out of her life savings. U.S....
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Montgomery County Seeks Nominees for 2024 Human Rights Hall of Fame
The Montgomery County Office of Human Rights (OHR) is accepting nominations for its prestigious Human Rights Hall of Fame, aimed at recognizing individuals committed to the advancement of civil rights and social justice within the county. As reported by Montgomery County’s official press release, nominations for the 2024 Class will be accepted until the closing...
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North Union Township Residents Warned to Avoid Woodview Terrace Amid Active Police Incident, Nearby School on Lockdown
Residents and the general public in North Union Township are urged to avoid the Woodview Terrace area as police respond to an active incident this morning. According to WPXI, Pennsylvania State Police have confirmed the situation as “extremely active,” with troopers initially called to the scene at 8:07 a.m. The circumstances requiring the public to...
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Scooter Rider Dies in Tragic Collision with Traffic Light and School Bus in Philadelphia’s Olney Neighborhood
A man operating a motor scooter met a fatal end in Philadelphia’s Olney neighborhood yesterday when he collided with a traffic light, a parked car, and a school bus, reported FOX 29 news. The crash transpired around 1:30 p.m. at the confluence of West Nedro Avenue and North 2nd Street. Per authorities, the scooter rider, a...
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San Diego on High Alert, Santa Ana Winds Heighten Fire Risks, Red Flag Warning Issued
Strong Santa Ana winds are expected to increase in San Diego and spread southward today, with forecasters warning of strong gusts and dry conditions that heighten fire risks through Friday morning. According to National Weather San Diego, we’re bracing for a noticeable drop in humidity and much cooler temperatures inland, with today’s highs ranging from...