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Abortion Rights Fuel Debbie Mucarsel-Powell’s Campaign Against Rick Scott in Florida Senate Race

April 19, 2024 by Ryan Eastwood

Coral Gables, Florida – In a round table discussion on abortion rights, Democratic Senate candidate Debbie Mucarsel-Powell found herself consoling a tearful woman sharing a poignant story. The woman, originally from Colombia, spoke about her daughter’s difficult decision to terminate a pregnancy due to fetal development issues. Mucarsel-Powell emphasized the importance of access to quality … Read more

Shooting in Bailey’s Crossroads Reveals Connection Between Shooter and Victim

May 17, 2024

BAILEY’S CROSSROADS, Va. – A fatal shooting in Bailey’s Crossroads early Friday morning has prompted a homicide investigation by the Fairfax County Police Department. The incident occurred on Argyle Drive, just off Leesburg Pike, where officers responded to reports of a shooting. The victim, a man, was rushed to the hospital for treatment but tragically ... Read more

Protecting Assault Victims: Former CT Cop Advocates for Change

May 17, 2024

HARTFORD, Conn. – A former police officer in Connecticut is advocating for greater protection for victims of assault following her own horrifying experience. Susan Yeary, a retired cop, was a victim of assault by a man she had previously arrested for domestic violence. This traumatic event has fueled her passion for ensuring that victims of ... Read more

Fatal Shooting on Metro Bus Prompts Surge in Law Enforcement Amid Rising Violence

May 17, 2024

A fatal shooting on a Metro bus in the City of Commerce, California, has sparked concerns over public safety in the region’s transportation system. The incident occurred after Mayor Karen Bass initiated a “surge” in law enforcement following a series of violent attacks on buses and subways. The shooting took place on Line 108 bus, ... Read more

European Division Deepens: Shots Fired at Slovak Prime Minister Stir Continent’s Political Landscape

May 17, 2024

The shooting of Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico in Handlová reflects a disturbing trend in European politics. The attack, the first serious attempt on a European head of state since 2003, has raised concerns about the growing polarization across the continent. This incident comes at a time when political violence and unrest are on the ... Read more

Sharpshooter linked to Delhi car showroom shooting killed in police encounter

May 17, 2024

New Delhi, India – In the early hours of Friday, May 17, 2024, a shooter allegedly connected to a car showroom attack was killed in an encounter with the Delhi Police Special Cell near the Shahbad Dairy area, officials reported. The deceased, known as Ajay alias Goli, was identified as a sharpshooter affiliated with gangster ... Read more

Suspect in Beloit Stabbing Attack Shot and Killed by Police, Officer Injured

May 17, 2024

BELOIT, Wis. – In Beloit, Wisconsin, a stabbing incident ended in tragedy when the suspect was fatally shot by police on Thursday afternoon. During the incident, one officer sustained injuries, adding a layer of complexity to the situation. According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice, the Beloit Police Department swiftly responded to reports of a ... Read more

Assault Investigation Underway at UC Berkeley after Attack by Two Suspects

May 17, 2024

Berkeley, California – Authorities are currently investigating an assault that took place at the University of California, Berkeley on Tuesday night. The incident occurred around 9:35 p.m. on University Drive near the Crescent Lawn. Police responded to a call reporting aggravated assault at the university. Upon arrival, officials were informed that the victim had been ... Read more

Eyeball-Eating Suspect Arrested in Violent Las Vegas Attack

May 17, 2024

Las Vegas, Nevada – Authorities in Las Vegas are investigating a violent attack that left a victim missing an eyeball and an ear. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning at a 7-Eleven parking lot, where a man was reportedly tackled, punched, and assaulted by another individual. According to an arrest report, ... Read more

Robbery on Metro Bus Leaves Victim Unharmed, Suspect in Custody

May 17, 2024

Encino, California – In a brazen daytime robbery on Tuesday, a man on a Metro bus stole a fellow passenger’s cellphone after assaulting the victim with a pair of pliers, authorities reported. The incident occurred at the intersection of Balboa and Ventura boulevards in Encino around 2 p.m., prompting a response from the Los Angeles ... Read more

Stabbings and Violence Continue on Los Angeles Metro System: Authorities Investigate Recent Attacks

May 17, 2024

Los Angeles, California – Recent violent incidents on Los Angeles County’s mass transit system have left residents concerned about their safety. In the most recent attack, a man slashed a woman’s arm with a weapon at a Metro station, shortly after two people were stabbed following a fight on a bus in Glendale. Despite the ... Read more