A Pittsburgh man has admitted to trying to buy a firearm illegally, according to U.S. Attorney Eric G. Olshan. The individual in question, George Sotiris Vlastos, age 38, entered a guilty plea to a federal firearms charge yesterday in front of United States District Judge Cathy Bissoon. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office press release,...
After a notable tenure anchoring a corner of Rittenhouse Square, Devon Seafood Grill is slated to close its doors permanently, signaling an end of more than a quarter-century legacy. According to the Philadelphia Business Journal, the establishment is expected to cease operations on January 1, impacted by the “inability to make a concept change due...
A devastating incident in Minneapolis has left a community in mourning after a 13-year-old boy was fatally shot by another teenager. The Minneapolis Police Department reported the tragic event, which unfolded at a residence on the 2400 block of Ferrant Place, where a young life was cut short around 1:30 in the early hours of...
In Broward County, Sheriff Gregory Tony has successfully secured re-election, maintaining his role as the county’s top law enforcement officer. Tony, who has been in office since his appointment by Governor Ron DeSantis in 2019, garnered a formidable 67% of the total votes counted by 10:30 p.m., a sizable lead over challenger Charles Whatley, who...
The political tides have turned once again in Los Angeles County as former federal prosecutor Nathan Hochman claimed a decisive victory to become the region’s next District Attorney. Unseating incumbent George Gascón, Hochman’s win represents a significant shift away from the progressive policies implemented in recent years. Early Wednesday morning, the Associated Press reported a...
The city of Chicago is in mourning following the death of a young police officer killed in the line of duty. Mayor Brandon Johnson, alongside Chicago Police Department Superintendent Larry Snelling and other city officials, expressed deep sorrow over the incident which has left the community and law enforcement in grief. In a release obtained...
Houston will have a break from rain today, with sunny skies and temperatures reaching the mid-80s. “You can put that umbrella away today – SE Texas is getting a break from rain chances,” as reported by Click2Houston. However, humidity will rise throughout the day, making the heat feel more uncomfortable. The National Weather Service has...
Mark your calendars for a community-driven event in Mentor, where service is more than a job—it’s a calling to improve the lives of neighbors. On December 6 and 7, the Mentor Fire Department will hold its 30th annual Rescue the Needy Food Drive. According to a recent release on the City of Mentor’s website, the event...
New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand secured her reelection bid, coasting to victory over Republican contender Mike Sapraicone. In a display of party dominance in the state, CBS News projects the win, highlighting the continued trend of Democratic hold on New York’s Senate seats—a legacy unbroken since GOP Sen. Al D’Amato’s defeat in 1998. “My family...
Voting snafus in Cobb County have led to a court mandate extending polling hours at two precincts. On the morning of Election Day, issues with voting equipment delayed the opening of Marietta 6B, located at Mount Paran Church of God, and Kell 01 at Kell High School, prompting legal action. A Cobb County Superior Court...