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New York Post

13-year-old stabbed outside supermarket in the Bronx

A 13-year-old boy was stabbed outside a supermarket in the Bronx on Saturday and is in stable condition after being taken to the hospital. The incident is under investigation, and no arrests have been made. This stabbing follows another attack in the Bronx where a school employee was killed.

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New York Post

Truck Strikes Pedestrians During Bicycle Festival in Colorado, Resulting in One Fatality

A pickup truck struck pedestrians during a bicycle festival in Fort Collins, Colorado, resulting in one fatality and several injuries. The incident occurred at 11:45 a.m. when the truck drove onto a sidewalk and collided with a tree. The Fort Collins Police Services are investigating the circumstances of the crash.

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Fox News — Latest

Retired Port Authority Officers Request Mamdani and Hochul Not Attend 9/11 Commemoration

Retired Port Authority police officers have requested that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul not attend the 25th anniversary commemoration of 9/11 at Ground Zero, citing concerns that their presence would cause pain to victims' families and survivors. The officers expressed their views in letters and emphasized the significance of the day as a solemn remembrance rather than a political event.

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New York Post

Police Seek Public's Help in Identifying Man Who Found $30 at Walmart

The Albany Police Department in Georgia sought public assistance to identify a man who found $30 at a Walmart and did not return it. The request drew criticism on social media, with many users questioning the police's priorities. The man later returned the money, and the victim decided not to press charges.

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Fox News — Latest

Former California Councilman Sentenced for Corruption Involving Bribes and Marijuana Permits

Ricardo Pacheco, a former California councilman, was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for bribery related to a police-union contract and marijuana permits. He admitted to burying nearly $63,000 in cash and was fined $10,000, with additional forfeitures. The case involved multiple indictments and revealed a pay-to-play system for marijuana permits in Baldwin Park.

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Fox News — Politics

Olive Branch, Mississippi Mayor Opposes Lowering Flag for Dolly Parton

Ken Adams, the mayor of Olive Branch, Mississippi, has publicly opposed lowering the flag to honor Dolly Parton after her death, stating it could diminish the significance of such gestures. He emphasized that lowering the flag should be reserved for significant events and figures, while acknowledging Parton's contributions to society. Adams faced criticism from residents who argued that Parton's impact warranted the honor.

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Fox News — Latest

Mississippi Mayor Opposes Lowering Flag for Dolly Parton After Her Death

Ken Adams, the mayor of Olive Branch, Mississippi, has publicly opposed lowering the flag to honor Dolly Parton after her death. He believes that such gestures should be reserved for significant events and individuals, asserting that lowering the flag for every notable figure could diminish its meaning. Adams faced criticism from residents who argue that Parton's contributions warrant the honor.

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New York Post

Elderly man killed in dog attack in Washington Park, Illinois

James L. Gibson, 68, was killed by a pack of dogs in Washington Park, Illinois, while taking a smoke break on Thursday night. Officers shot several dogs during the incident, and it is believed the dogs were strays that had escaped from a nearby yard. Witnesses reported hearing Gibson's cries for help.

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New York Post

Boat Explosion Off City Island Injures Three Passengers

A boat exploded off City Island in the Bronx on Saturday, injuring three passengers. The explosion occurred around 1:40 p.m. in the Long Island Sound, and the cause is currently under investigation. The FDNY responded with a significant number of firefighters to the scene.

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New York Post

7-Year-Old Boy in Coma After Being Struck by Truck in Georgia

A 7-year-old boy named Aiden is in a medically induced coma after being struck by a pick-up truck while running to a school bus stop in Rome, Georgia. The accident occurred on August 21, and Aiden has sustained multiple serious injuries. The truck driver is not facing charges, and an investigation is ongoing.

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New York Post

High School Football Game in McKeesport Halted After Gunshot, Teen Apprehended

A high school football game in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, was interrupted by a gunshot late Friday night, leading to the apprehension of a 17-year-old suspect. Police plan to file multiple charges against the suspect, who is a student at Brashear High School, while no injuries were reported.

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New York Post

Custodian Resigns After Living Secretly in Albany School for Six Months

Timothy Walters, a head custodian in Albany, New York, lived secretly in Hackett Middle School for six months due to personal circumstances. He resigned from his position after the school district suspended him during an investigation. Walters stated that financial difficulties and child support obligations contributed to his decision to live in the school.

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Daily Mail

Man dies and several injured after sign falls at Big Church Festival

A 41-year-old man died and at least six others were injured when a sign fell at the Big Church Festival in West Sussex on August 28, 2026. Emergency services responded to the incident, which occurred around 3:38 PM, and the festival has since been canceled. Authorities are investigating the incident and have urged witnesses to come forward.

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Fox News — Latest

Wanted Man Arrested After Encountering Officers at Restaurant

A wanted man in California was arrested after entering a Panda Express where officers were having lunch. The Monrovia Police Department had been searching for him for a month due to a no-bail felony probation warrant. The arrest was captured on body camera footage released by the police.

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Fox News — Latest

Investigation launched after woman injured on Colorado roller coaster

A 60-year-old woman was seriously injured after being allegedly ejected from her seat on the Rocky Mountain Coaster at Copper Mountain Resort in Colorado. The incident is under investigation by the state's Division of Oil and Public Safety, which has closed the ride and instructed the manufacturer to issue a safety bulletin.

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New York Post

Man sets himself on fire in lobby of Google office building in Lower Manhattan

A 63-year-old man set himself on fire in the lobby of a Google office building in Lower Manhattan on Friday. He was taken to Weill Cornell Medical Center and is in stable condition. The incident occurred just before 3 p.m., and the cause of the self-immolation is currently unclear.

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