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Teen Charged With New Assaults After More Victims Step Forward

March 26, 2026

An 18‑year‑old from El Salvador has been arrested in Fairfax County, Virginia for touching female classmates without permission. Police first learned of the incidents on March 5 when Fairfax High School reported several assaults. A warrant was issued and the suspect turned himself in two days later.

crime

Mill Valley church vandalism stirs questions about motive and response

March 26, 2026

A Newark man now faces hate crime charges after sneaking into a historic Mill Valley church late Tuesday night. Police pulled him out of the building just before midnight after responding to reports of a late-night disturbance near the church grounds. What started as a simple call about a running ca

crime

Bullet In Mosque: Police Say It Was Accidental Shot

March 25, 2026

The Hillsboro police announced that they have no proof the Islamic Community Center was aimed at during a shooting that left a bullet stuck in its wall on Saturday morning. The incident happened right after Eid al‑Fitr, a time when many families visit the center for community events. The bullet ent

weather

Morning Sunshine Sets Stage for Baltimore’s Home Opener

March 25, 2026

The first day of the season in Baltimore feels like a breath of fresh air. Temperatures will hover around 70°F, giving fans and players a pleasant backdrop for the Orioles’ opening game. Winds from the south‑southwest will pick up, blowing at 20 to 30 mph and adding a brisk edge to the afternoon. R

politics

San Diego Pushes for Film‑Industry Boost

March 25, 2026

A group of union members, producers and filmmakers gathered on the lawn outside the San Diego County Administration Building to ask for more money and support for local film work. They held a press event before speaking at the county budget meeting. Their main requests are: a film commission,

entertainment

Local stars who caught the heart of Bergen County

March 25, 2026

Folks around Bergen County seem to have a soft spot for people who made it big but still feel like neighbors. Many grew up here or spent time in the area before fame knocked. Their careers cover music, comedy, acting, and more—but what ties them together is how they stayed relatable even after reach

politics

Loveall vs. Lane County: A Free‑Speech Fight

March 24, 2026

Lane County Commissioner David Loveall has filed a federal lawsuit against the county, saying that an investigation into his conduct violated his constitutional rights. The case centers on three HR complaints filed by employees who said Loveall made offensive remarks, including calling a nonprofi

weather

Stormy Winds Threaten Fires in Central Montana

March 24, 2026

A warning has been issued for Wednesday, from noon to 9 p. m. local time, by the National Weather Service office in Billings. The alert says conditions will be ideal for wildfires: low moisture, warm air and strong gusts. A cold front is expected to arrive from the north in the afternoon, which will

crime

Lost Boy’s Face Recovered After Half a Century

March 24, 2026

In the summer of 1975, a small boy’s bones were found in a Texas forest beside a highway. He was wrapped in a faded Canon sheet and surrounded by trash bags, his dark hair just four inches long. A bright orange shirt and blue jeans hinted at a life that ended abruptly, perhaps two months before the

education

Recess Rules: What’s Happening in Erie County Schools

March 24, 2026

The state of Pennsylvania, led by Gov. Josh Shapiro, has recently announced plans to make recess a guaranteed part of the school day for all students. While many elementary schools in Erie County already give kids a daily break, the new policy could bring changes—especially for middle and high schoo