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Attacker in 2014 Slender Man stabbing granted release by Wisconsin judge
Morgan Geyser, one of two people convicted in the 2014 stabbing of a classmate that was inspired by the fictional character Slender Man, has been granted conditional release from a psychiatric hospital. Geyser spent seven years in treatment. Now 22, following evaluations, multiple medical experts no longer view Geyser as a safety risk to the… -
Drone slams into aircraft responding to Palisades Fire, FAA issues warning
Los Angeles firefighters are facing additional obstacles as they battle raging wildfires. Drones are now complicating efforts to contain the blazes. The Federal Aviation Administration issued a warning after a drone crashed into a firefighting aircraft over the Palisades Fire on Thursday, Jan. 9. The Los Angeles Fire Department said the aircraft, a Super Scooper… -
Kroger agrees to pay $110M in Kentucky opioid settlement
Kroger has agreed to pay $110 million to settle claims it helped fuel Kentucky’s opioid crisis by failing to properly monitor the distribution of painkillers in the state. The settlement, announced Thursday, Jan. 9, is part of Kentucky’s broader effort to hold businesses accountable for their role in the state’s opioid epidemic. Kentucky’s Attorney General… -
Six dead, dozens injured in temple stampede in southern India
Six people are dead and dozens were left injured after a stampede erupted near a temple in southern India on Wednesday, Jan. 8. Authorities said the chaos stemmed from thousands of devotees who gathered to collect free passes for the temple. The incident occurred near the 2,000-year-old Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple in Tirupati, a popular… -
Tens of thousands of online pharmacies operate illegally, sell fake drugs: Report
A new U.S. government report reveals an overwhelming majority of online pharmacies are violating the law, selling counterfeit and potentially dangerous medications. The U.S. Trade Representative’s annual “Notorious Markets List,” released this week, shines a spotlight on the illegal pharmacy trade, which continues to threaten public health. According to the 2024 report, 96% of the… -
Richmond recovers from water crisis after storm wiped out power
A powerful winter storm struck the East Coast earlier this week which left residents in Richmond, Virginia, without power and caused a major water crisis, causing the city’s water treatment facility to go offline. The loss of power to the facility pushed the city into a state of emergency, with residents urged to boil water… -
As wildfires rage in Calif., Fla. Gov. DeSantis pledges help to community
Southern California is just beginning to grapple with the damage left behind by the devastating wildfires that continue to rage across the region. With multiple blazes still burning strong, states are stepping in to offer assistance. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, D, declared a state of emergency this week as the largest fire in Pacific Palisades… -
Millions enroll in Affordable Care Act, breaking records as Biden exits
As President Joe Biden prepares to leave office, the White House announced a new record: nearly 24 million Americans signed up for health insurance. Last month, the federal government opened the annual enrollment period on Healthcare.gov, providing millions of Americans the opportunity to secure coverage through the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The law, originally passed… -
Nearly a quarter of all freshwater species facing extinction risk: Study
A new study reveals nearly a quarter of the world’s freshwater species are at risk of extinction. The research, published Wednesday, Jan. 8, in the journal Nature, analyzes more than 23,000 species of fish, crabs, dragonflies and other creatures. According to the study’s co-author, “Most species don’t face just one threat, but multiple factors acting together,”… -
Idaho representative wants Supreme Court to end same-sex marriage
Idaho Republican state Rep. Heather Scott called on the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn its landmark 2015 ruling legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide. Scott made the announcement just days into the state’s 2025 legislative session. Scott, who represents Idaho’s 1st District, introduced a resolution on Tuesday. Jan. 7, asking the state House committee to challenge the… -
Wildfires rage through LA prompting mass evacuations, impacting thousands
Thousands of residents are being forced to flee as multiple wildfires burn across Los Angeles County. Firefighters continue to battle the fires, which have intensified due to strong winds and drier conditions. So far, more than 28,000 homes and businesses are in the direct path of the fires, with evacuation orders affecting over 70,000 people.… -
Production underway on $40M Melania Trump documentary from Amazon
Amazon says filming is underway for a $40 million documentary chronicling the life of incoming first lady, Melania Trump. The documentary, due to stream on Prime Video in mid-2025, will reportedly offer an “unprecedented” perspective on her life. The announcement follows a recent meeting between Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and President-elect Donald Trump at Trump’s… -
Drinking water exposed 23 million Americans to ‘forever chemicals’: Study
A recent study found wastewater treatment plants are responsible for exposing 23 million Americans to toxic “forever chemicals” in their drinking water. These chemicals, known as PFAS, don’t break down naturally and are linked to a range of health issues, including various types of cancer and liver damage. The study, conducted by a team of…