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State Farm Faces Big Penalties Over LA Wildfire Claims

May 5, 2026

California regulators say State Farm mishandled claims from the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. The department is seeking up to $4 million in fines if the company is found guilty of willful violations. State Farm denies any wrongdoing and says it has already paid $5. 7 billion in wildfire claims

crime

Crime Trends Shift: Fewer Incidents, More Jail Time in Charleston

May 5, 2026

The latest yearly review from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council shows a mixed picture for Charleston County. Overall crime has slipped, but the jail is fuller than ever. Data pulled from courts, the local police and the Al Cannon Detention Center reveal that property crimes dropped by 523 c

politics

Police Leaders Face Firing Over Crime Data Probe

May 5, 2026

The Washington Police Department has issued dismissal notices to several senior officers. These actions stem from an internal review that uncovered falsification of crime statistics. The investigation was triggered by earlier inquiries led by Republican officials, who questioned the accuracy o

crime

Forgotten Crime Dramas That Should Be on Your Watch List

May 5, 2026

These shows proved that crime stories can be more than just a mystery. They dive into real people, deep emotions, and social issues while keeping the suspense alive. One early example is a police series that followed real detectives in Baltimore. It was praised for showing how hard the job can be,

crime

Teen Missing in Detroit’s West Side

May 5, 2026

A 14‑year‑old boy named Jeremiah Toby is being searched for in Detroit’s west side. Police say he was last seen on Cheyenne Street, near Westfield and Ellis avenues, on Sunday, May 3. He reportedly left home without permission and has not come back. The city’s authorities are urging anyone who migh

health

Long COVID: Why the Fight Is Still On

May 5, 2026

The pandemic may have lost its initial shock, but a silent threat keeps rising. In 2025, the World Health Organization reported that COVID‑19 caused more than 20, 000 deaths in the United States alone. Meanwhile, a huge number of people are still battling its lingering effects. A December study fro

politics

Alaska’s Big Gas Dream and the Hidden Cost to Towns

May 5, 2026

A new plan could turn Alaska’s North Slope into a giant gas exporter, but the idea may never get off the ground because of its huge price tag and uncertain market. Investors fear that building such a massive system—full of pipelines, carbon‑capture plants and liquefaction facilities—could take years

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China‑US Deportation Standoff: What Comes Next

May 5, 2026

The United States has signaled that it is ready to tighten visa restrictions on China if the Chinese government does not step up its cooperation in returning citizens who have overstayed or entered illegally. The warning came from a senior official of the former Trump administration, who said Washin

health

Measles Alert: Second Case Spreads in Saluda County

May 5, 2026

South Carolina’s health officials reported a new measles infection in Saluda County, linking it to the first case that appeared on April 17. The two incidents are separate from a larger outbreak in the Upstate area that ended on April 26 after nearly a thousand cases. The initial patient had trav

politics

Pennsylvania Protesters Demand a Real Gift Ban

May 5, 2026

The Capitol Police took action against six people who blocked hallways during a demonstration about Pennsylvania’s loose gift rules for lawmakers. The arrests followed several lawful orders to disperse that were ignored, according to a Department of General Services statement. At least 70 partici