Sacramento County rangers share tips to help during water emergencies
Rangers with Sacramento County Regional Parks are all hands-on deck this week as scorching temperatures draw families to the water.
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PeopleMich. Teen Went Missing in May. He Was Just Found Safe in Florida After Turning Up in Livestream
"We are working with local authorities to arrange his safe return to Michigan to be with his family,” police said of teenager Troy Coleman
- USA TODAY
How police rescued a woman from a ritual killing amid massive Mexican trafficking network
The kidnapper's murder tools were ready. Tarp, knife, candles and statue honoring the patron saint of death. Georgia police rushed to intervene.
- The Daily Beast
Pope Excommunicates Trump-Loving Ultra-Conservative
The Vatican on Friday informed a Donald Trump-supporting archbishop that he is being excommunicated for refusing to recognize Pope Francis' authority after years of outspoken public attacks.Carlo Maria Vigano, an ultra-conservative who served as the Vatican’s diplomat to Washington, D.C. between 2011 and 2016, was formally accused last month of schism, which is one of the most serious offenses in canon law. Schism is “the refusal of submission to the Supreme Pontiff or of communion with the memb
- The Canadian Press
Survival story as Hurricane Beryl razes smallest inhabited island of St. Vincent and the Grenadines
MAYREAU, St. Vincent and the Grenadines (AP) — Mayreu is one of the smallest inhabited islands of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. It's so small that it's barely visible — a dot on the map of the Caribbean. Hurricane Beryl nearly erased it from the map.
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Man dead after shooting partner in Woodstock, Ont.; police investigating
WOODSTOCK, ONT. — Police in Woodstock, Ont., say a man is dead after he shot his partner outside a home then suffered an apparent gunshot wound. Police say the woman is recovering in hospital after Thursday's daylight shooting in a suburban part of the small city about 60 kilometres west of Hamilton. Woodstock police did not immediately say how the man was shot, or whether his injuries were self-inflicted, but an inspector did say he shot the woman first. A police news release says there is no t
- The Canadian Press
2 teenagers die while swimming at New York's Coney Island Beach, police say
Two teenagers died while swimming at New York's Coney Island Beach in Brooklyn, police said.
- USA TODAY
Tennessee girl reported missing last month found dead; investigation underway
In Tennessee, the Hendersonville Police Department identified the remains of a found July 3 as that of Trinity Bostic, 17, reported missing last week.
- USA TODAY
Mexican cartels are diversifying business beyond drugs. Here's where they are profiting
The cartels' reach extends into many parts of Mexico's economy, from food production to fuel.
- The Canadian Press
Arizona man pleads guilty to murder in wife's death less than a week after reporting her missing
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — Less than a week after an Arizona man reported his wife missing, launching an expansive search that quickly turned into a criminal investigation, he admitted to killing her and pleaded guilty to murder, authorities announced Friday.
- The Canadian Press
Conservatives vow to remove Liberals' pick for Canadian Human Rights Commission
OTTAWA — The Opposition Conservatives vowed Friday that a future Pierre Poilievre-led government would remove the man the Liberals just appointed to lead the Canadian Human Rights Commission.
- People
Mom's Boyfriend Allegedly Got Frustrated When Her Son, 1, Couldn't Walk by Himself. Now He's Charged with Murder
Christian Moniz Rabino, 28, has been charged with first-degree murder and two counts of child neglect and abuse
- The Weather Network
Don’t fall victim to these seven dangerous tornado myths
Tornado safety is more important than ever as we head into the summer months. Here are some tornado myths to avoid—and the tips you need to stay safe.
- USA TODAY
Beryl livestreams: Watch webcams as storm approaches Texas coast
Tropical Storm Beryl was moving over Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula Friday, but is expected to impact parts of south Texas later this weekend.
- People
Texas Mom Arrested After Leaving 3 Kids — Ages 4, 2 and 1 Month — in Hot Car While Shopping
The woman was reportedly charged with three counts of child endangerment and was released on bond
- Global News
Man climbs construction crane in downtown Kelowna
A bizarre incident in downtown Kelowna yesterday evening drew a large emergency response. A man climbed to the very top of a construction crane - where he perched for nearly four hours.
- The Canadian Press
LCBO stores closed for 2 weeks as workers strike, oppose plan to open up booze market
TORONTO — Workers for Ontario's main liquor retailer, who say the government's plan to open up the alcohol market poses an existential threat to their jobs, are now on strike, with stores expected to stay closed for at least 14 days.
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3 dead and 8 injured after truck strikes group celebrating July 4 in Manhattan park
New York City authorities reported that three people were killed and eight others injured, three critically, after a pickup truck drove into a group celebrating the Fourth of July. (AP video by John Minchello)
- The Weather Network
Stuck in your car during a tornado? Here’s what you should do
There aren’t many good places to find yourself during a tornado, but a car is one of the worst options
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Shooting at Yellowstone National Park hotel leaves ranger injured, shooter dead
A shooting in Yellowstone National Park left one park ranger injured and the shooter dead, according to the National Park Service.
- The Weather Network
Beryl on track to restrengthen in Gulf before Texas landfall
The storm hit Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula on Friday, and it’s on track for its third landfall early this week