Pittsburgh Mourns the Loss of Jon Burnett, Celebrated KDKA-TV Icon and Advocate for CTE Awareness

Pittsburgh, PA — Jon Burnett, a beloved former television personality known for his warmth and versatility on CBS Pittsburgh’s KDKA-TV, passed away at the age of 71 on Thursday, February 20, 2025. The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center’s Cognitive Neurologist Dr. Joseph Malone confirmed that Burnett’s death was caused by complications from chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a condition linked to repeated head injuries. Burnett’s career spanned over three decades, during which he became a familiar …

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Imam Shot Outside Newark Mosque in Shocking Act of Violence Sparks Manhunt

NEWARK, N.J. – A tragic shooting took place outside the Masjid-Muhammad-Newark Mosque in Newark, New Jersey on Wednesday. The victim, identified as Imam Hassan Sharif, was rushed to a nearby hospital but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. The authorities are actively investigating the incident, and a manhunt has been initiated to capture the perpetrator. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has pledged his commitment to ensuring the safety of the mosque, although the motive behind the …

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Iran’s Supreme Leader Vows ‘Harsh Response’ to Deadly Attack During Soleimani Memorial

KERMAN, Iran – Nearly 100 people were killed and over 200 others were wounded in two explosions at a ceremony in the southeastern city of Kerman, Iran. The event was held to commemorate the death of top commander Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in 2020. The attacks took place along the road leading to Kerman’s Martyrs’ Cemetery, and while no one claimed responsibility for the blasts, Iranian officials have labeled it a “terrorist attack.” Iran’s …

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Chaos Erupts: Man Violently Attacks Judge in Nevada Courtroom

LAS VEGAS, Nevada – A shocking incident unfolded in a Clark County courtroom, where a man violently attacked District Court Judge Mary Kay Halthus during a sentencing hearing. The video from inside the courtroom captured the moment when Deobra Redden, a three-time felon, flew across the judge’s dais and launched a violent attack on her. The judge was about to hand down a sentence to Redden when he began yelling expletives, causing a show of …

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Legislators Convene Amid Emotional Pleas for Strengthened Gun Control Laws after Maine Mass Shooting

AUGUSTA, Maine — Lawmakers in Maine gathered for the first time since the state’s deadliest mass shooting, during which they honored the victims and survivors and discussed potential changes to gun control laws and the state’s yellow flag law. The father of one of the 18 individuals killed in the shooting made an emotional plea for action, urging politicians to prioritize public safety above political concerns. Arthur Barnard, father of victim Arthur Strout, emphasized the …

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Redefining Justice: Hard-hitting reforms transform Louisville jail

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) – The Louisville Metro Department of Corrections has undergone significant changes in the past year and a half, with a new director implementing reforms to improve the conditions at the jail. After a series of troubling incidents including deaths and overdoses, former director Dwayne Clark resigned and was replaced by Jerry Collins. Since taking over, Collins has introduced a number of initiatives aimed at creating a safer and more supportive environment for …

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“BUTTE WOMAN” IGNORES COURT APPEARANCE, WARRANT ISSUED

BUTTE, Mont. — A bench warrant without bond has been issued for Veronica Marie Lasell, a 45-year-old woman facing eight felony animal cruelty charges. This comes after she failed to appear at two scheduled arraignments in court. The charges against her include one misdemeanor and eight felony counts of cruelty to animals. Lasell was supposed to attend her arraignment at the Silver Bow District Court but did not show up, despite court records indicating she …

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Blasts at Iranian General’s Commemoration Kill 103

KERMAN, Iran – Two explosions rocked the city of Kerman, Iran on Wednesday, targeting a commemoration for a prominent general killed in a U.S. drone strike in 2020. The bombings, which occurred minutes apart, resulted in at least 103 fatalities and left 141 others wounded. The Middle East remains on edge as Israel continues its war on Hamas in the Gaza Strip. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the “terroristic” attack, according to Iranian state …

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Serial Killer Raul Meza Possibly Linked to Cold Case Homicide in Austin, Court Documents Reveal

AUSTIN, Texas – Raul Meza, a suspected serial killer in Austin, may have ties to a cold case homicide, according to court documents. The 63-year-old confessed to the killing of two people in 2019 and 2023, both of whom had been strangled. Investigators obtained a search warrant revealing similarities between the recent murders and a 2018 cold case. Details of the 2018 case were not disclosed in the warrant. Additionally, court documents suggest that Meza …

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Triple Shooting Leaves One Dead in Polk County, Texas

LIVINGSTON, Texas – Authorities in Polk County are investigating a triple shooting that occurred on Tuesday, resulting in one fatality and two people sustaining gunshot wounds. The shooting took place in the Kickapoo Marina Subdivision near Lake Livingston at approximately 11:25 p.m., according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Upon arrival at the scene, deputies discovered one individual deceased and two others with multiple gunshot injuries. The injured individuals had to be airlifted to the …

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