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NY Man Shot His Own Dog With Shotgun, Killing It: Sheriff NY Man Shot His Own Dog With Shotgun, Killing It: Sheriff
NY Man Shot His Own Dog With Shotgun, Killing It: Sheriff A man is accused of shooting his own dog with a shotgun, killing the animal in upstate New York, authorities announced. Daniel J. Van Aken, 28, of Providence, was arrested on Wednesday, July 2, following an investigation into an animal cruelty complaint received by the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office on Tuesday, July 1, according to a media release issued Sunday, July 12. Investigators said Van Aken shot his dog with a shotgun "with no justifiable purpose," causing the animal's death. The shooting allegedly happened on Fish House Road in the Town of Providence on Sunday, June 29, sheriff…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Probable Cause Of Death Released For Sen. Lindsey Graham Probable Cause Of Death Released For Sen. Lindsey Graham
Probable Cause Of Death Released For Sen. Lindsey Graham The sudden death of one of the Senate’s most recognizable figures now has a preliminary medical explanation. Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died Saturday evening, July 11, from an aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease, according to preliminary findings from the District of Columbia Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Earlier story: Trump Reveals Details Of Call With Lindsey Graham Hours Before Senator's Sudden Death Graham’s communications director, Taylor Reidy, shared the information on social media late Sunday afternoon, July 12. Th…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Agitated Bison Violently Attacks Man At Yellowstone National Park: Watch Video Agitated Bison Violently Attacks Man At Yellowstone National Park: Watch Video
Agitated Bison Violently Attacks Man At Yellowstone National Park: Watch Video A quiet campground walk turned into a frightening scene captured on video at one of America's most iconic getaways. Click here for a new, updated story: Details Emerge On ID, Condition Of Grandfather Violently Attacked By Bison At Yellowstone An older man was seriously injured Friday evening, July 10, after an agitated bull bison charged him at Bridge Bay Campground in Yellowstone National Park. The campground is south of Fishing Bridge near Yellowstone Lake in Wyoming. The park covers 3,500 square miles and is located mainly in the northwest corner of Wyoming, with small portions extend…

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by Joe Lombardi
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US Updates Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination US Updates Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination
US Updates Travel Warning For Popular Caribbean Destination The State Department is warning American travelers to "exercise increased caution" when visiting the Turks and Caicos Islands. The federal government updated its Level 2 travel advisory for the Caribbean destination on Tuesday, July 7. State Department officials renewed their warning about crime and strict ammunition laws in the British Overseas Territory. Most crime occurs in the largest city of Providenciales, and police may have limited resources to investigate cases, according to the advisory. "Tourists should beware of overcharging and scams in tourist areas," the advisory said. …

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by Chris Spiker
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Trump Reveals Details Of Call With Lindsey Graham Hours Before Senator's Sudden Death Trump Reveals Details Of Call With Lindsey Graham Hours Before Senator's Sudden Death
Trump Reveals Details Of Call With Lindsey Graham Hours Before Senator's Sudden Death President Donald Trump says one of his closest Senate allies was still pushing hard for a major political fight just hours before Washington learned he was gone. Click here for a new, updated story: Probable Cause Of Death Released For Sen. Lindsey Graham Trump said on Sunday, July 12, that he spoke by phone with Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham on Saturday evening, July 11, shortly before the South Carolina senator’s sudden death at 71. The president discussed the call during appearances on NBC’s "Meet the Press" and CNN’s "State of the Union." Trump said the call took place in the early…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Gas Station Card Charge Surprise? What Drivers Should Know Gas Station Card Charge Surprise? What Drivers Should Know
Gas Station Card Charge Surprise? What Drivers Should Know A confusing charge after a routine fill-up can look worse than it really is. If a gas station purchase appears twice on a card account, the first thing to check is whether both transactions are pending or whether both have posted. That difference usually decides what to do next. AARP says gas stations often place a temporary pre-authorization hold on a credit or debit card because the pump does not know how much fuel a customer will buy before the sale is complete. The hold can range from $1 to more than $100, depending on the station and card issuer, AARP reported. That hold may appear be…

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by Joe Lombardi
Sports
College Football Player's Mysterious Fourth Of July Death Draws National Attention College Football Player's Mysterious Fourth Of July Death Draws National Attention
College Football Player's Mysterious Fourth Of July Death Draws National Attention A holiday outing ended in tragedy, and a family's unanswered questions are now drawing scrutiny far beyond the Mississippi Gulf Coast. College football player Nolan Xavier Wells, 18, went missing on Saturday, July 4, after traveling by boat with three high school friends to Horn Island, according to authorities. The undeveloped barrier island sits about 10 miles off the Mississippi coast. Wells, a Southwest Mississippi Community College wide receiver, did not return with the group. Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter said the friends told investigators he chose to remain and catch another…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies Suddenly: One Of Nation's Leading Political Figures Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies Suddenly: One Of Nation's Leading Political Figures
Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies Suddenly: One Of Nation's Leading Political Figures One of Washington's most recognizable power players has died, jolting Capitol Hill and upending a closely watched Senate race. Click here for a new, updated story: Probable Cause Of Death Released For Sen. Lindsey Graham Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died on Saturday evening, July 11, after a brief and sudden illness, multiple reports said. He was 71. His office announced the death early Sunday, July 12, in a statement posted on social media. No cause of death was released. Emergency crews responded to a report of cardiac arrest at Graham's Capitol Hill home, according…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
82-Year-Old Man Suffers Serious Burns, Smoke Inhalation In House Fire On Long Island 82-Year-Old Man Suffers Serious Burns, Smoke Inhalation In House Fire On Long Island
82-Year-Old Man Suffers Serious Burns, Smoke Inhalation In House Fire On Long Island An 82-year-old man suffered serious injuries after escaping a house fire on Long Island on Saturday, July 11, police said. Fourth Precinct officers responded to a report of a residential fire at a home on Oakside Drive in Smithtown at approximately 5:54 p.m., according to Suffolk County Police. When officers arrived, Robert Barathy was already outside the burning home. He was taken to Stony Brook University Hospital with serious injuries after suffering burns and smoke inhalation, police said. Suffolk County Police Arson Section detectives are investigating the fire. Investigators believ…

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by Jillian Pikora
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Driver Killed, 3—Including Child—Seriously Hurt After Car Slams Utility Pole In Nassau County Driver Killed, 3—Including Child—Seriously Hurt After Car Slams Utility Pole In Nassau County
Driver Killed, 3—Including Child—Seriously Hurt After Car Slams Utility Pole In Nassau County A 37-year-old driver was killed and three passengers, including a 9-year-old girl, were seriously injured when a car crashed into a utility pole on Saturday evening, police announced. The crash happened at approximately 7:44 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, at the intersection of Brookside Avenue and West Centennial Avenue in Roosevelt, according to the Nassau County Police Department.  The man was driving a 2021 Chrysler sedan southbound on Brookside Avenue when the vehicle struck a utility pole, police explained. The car also was occupied by a 36-year-old woman, a 19-year-old man and a 9-…

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by Jillian Pikora
Business
Bacteria Found In Popular Shampoo Prompts Recall: What To Know Bacteria Found In Popular Shampoo Prompts Recall: What To Know
Bacteria Found In Popular Shampoo Prompts Recall: What To Know A popular salon shampoo is being recalled because it may be contaminated with bacteria. Kao USA voluntarily recalled select lots of Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo, according to a company announcement posted by the Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday, July 1. The recall affects 8.5-ounce and 33.8-ounce bottles sold in the US and Canada. According to the company, the shampoo may contain Pluralibacter gergoviae bacteria. The bacteria pose little medical risk to healthy people, but people with weakened immune systems may be more susceptible to infection, the FDA said. The aff…

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by Chris Spiker
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Fast-Food Chain Pulls Ingredients As Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Cases Rise: Reports Fast-Food Chain Pulls Ingredients As Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Cases Rise: Reports
Fast-Food Chain Pulls Ingredients As Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Cases Rise: Reports A growing outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasites is now affecting some fast-food orders. Some Taco Bell locations have temporarily stopped serving certain fresh ingredients amid a nationwide rise of cyclosporiasis cases, according to multiple reports, including People and Allrecipes.  The reported menu changes come as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Friday, July 10, that it has received 843 confirmed domestic cases of cyclosporiasis across 31 states.  Related report: Diarrhea Parasite Outbreak Update: Cyclospora Cases Spike In 31 States The illness …

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by Joe Lombardi