Over two years following a fatal altercation, authorities have made an arrest in the stabbing death of a young woman on Jacksonville’s Westside. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) has charged 21-year-old Ms’Tayari Chaka Cohen with manslaughter, as announced today. As detailed by Action News Jax, the incident, which occurred on September 5, 2022, led to the...
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Former City of Taylor Official Sentenced to 18 Months for Bribery and Embezzlement in Community Housing Scheme
Jeffrey Baum, a former employee for the City of Taylor, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for his role in a bribery conspiracy that compromised the integrity of a community housing program. Baum, 49, of Allen Park, held the position of Community Development Manager when he conspired to accept bribes, according to the...
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UPMC Announces Additional Layoffs, Citing “Targeted Adjustments”, Central Pennsylvania Braces for Impact
The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) has announced further job cuts, confirming the layoff of approximately 100 active employees and eliminating about 200 unfilled positions throughout its extensive health system. In a previous spring announcement, UPMC had already revealed it was reducing its workforce by more than 1,000, intensifying concerns over job security within...
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Miami Police Arrest Man Accused of Shooting at Dinner Key Marina Dispute
A violent altercation at the Dinner Key Marina in Coconut Grove escalated to gunfire, according to Miami Police. The incident, which began as an argument over personal possessions, ended with one man shot and another arrested. The exchange occurred shortly before 5 p.m. on Monday, as reported by the Miami Herald. The conflict apparently originated...
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San Bernardino County Duo Pleads Not Guilty to $2.1 Million COVID-19 Unemployment Fraud
Two residents of San Bernardino County have entered not-guilty pleas to charges stemming from a grand jury indictment accusing them of fraudulently obtaining over $2.1 million in COVID-19 pandemic unemployment relief. According to a statement released by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Lisa Puente, 43, of Rialto, and Arthur Marquez, 53, of San Bernardino, allegedly filed...
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Colorado Springs Returns to Routine After Snow Clearance: City Offices Open, Public Transport Resumes amidst Ongoing Cleanup
Following the snow event, the City of Colorado Springs wishes to inform residents that things are getting back to normal or as normal as they can be a post-snow dump. According to the City of Colorado Springs, administrative offices and services including the Municipal Court are open for their regular Wednesday schedules, joining streets that...
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New York Philharmonic Dismisses Two Musicians Over Sexual Misconduct Allegations
The New York Philharmonic has made the stark decision to dismiss two of its musicians, an associate principal trumpet player, and the principal oboist, amid troubling allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power. The musicians in question, Matthew Muckey and Liang Wang, have faced a range of accusations including sexual assault and harassment. This...
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Fort Worth Tackles Litter With Over 19 Million Pounds Cleared in Massive City Cleanup Effort
Fort Worth’s fight against filth has yielded some hefty results. According to the City of Fort Worth, a staggering 19 million pounds of litter and debris were collected in fiscal year 2024. This daunting figure comes as the city combines its resources across several departments and services to tackle litter control head-on. Initiatives such as...
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Rep. Glenn Grothman Re-Elected in Wisconsin’s 6th District Amidst Record Sheboygan County Turnout
Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District has confirmed its representative for another term, with incumbent U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-Wisconsin) securing his position against Democratic opponent John Zarbano. As reported by FOX6Now, Grothman, a native of Thiensville and an alum of University of Wisconsin-Madison, has been a congressional figure since 2014. The campaign for Grothman highlighted key...
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Upper Arlington Launches Grant Program to Bolster Community Inclusion and Diversity
The City of Upper Arlington is officially accepting applications for its 2025 Community Relations Innovation Small Grant Program. This initiative aims to fund local projects that enhance inclusivity and understanding within the community. Those looking to boost their programs or events can now apply for grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. The grants seek to...