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Former Arkansas police chief Grant Hardin, who was serving a 30-year sentence for murder and rape, was recaptured after escaping from prison on May 25 by impersonating a corrections officer. He was apprehended on June 6, 2025, near Moccasin Creek, following a manhunt involving helicopters and K9 units, with tracking dogs leading to his location. Arkansas officials, including Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, praised the law enforcement efforts that led to his capture, ensuring community safety....

Sen. Warren Questions Trump Administration on Musk's ContractsSenator Elizabeth Warren has requested Secretary of State Marco Rubio to provide details on the Trump administration's contingency plans regarding Elon Musk's contracts with the U.S., citing potential national security risks from Musk's public disputes with President Trump. Warren's concerns include the implications for SpaceX and Starlink's satellite communications if Musk's services are withdrawn, emphasizing that personal conflicts should not compromise national security. As Trump hints at reconsidering...

U.S. Marshal Mistakenly Detained by ICE in ArizonaA U.S. marshal was briefly detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Tucson, Arizona, after being mistaken for a suspect due to a general description match. The incident, which occurred in a federal building lobby, was quickly resolved when the deputy marshal's identity was confirmed by other law enforcement officers, allowing him to exit without incident. This event coincided with ICE's record day of immigrant arrests,...

Authorities in Washington have closed numerous campgrounds along the Pacific Crest Trail as they search for Travis Caleb Decker, 32, a former Army soldier wanted in the murders of his three daughters, aged 5 to 9, found dead at a remote campsite. The search involves over 100 officers and the National Guard, with a reward of $20,000 offered for information on Decker. This tragedy has sparked calls for changes to the state's Amber Alert system...

Los Angeles Links Air Travel to Rail Los Angeles has made significant progress in connecting LAX to the city’s rail system, offering a new transit option for travelers amid heavy traffic. The initial trains from the LAX/Metro Transit Center will connect passengers to various rail lines, crucial for the upcoming 2028 Olympics' promise of a "no car Games." Currently, arriving passengers must still take a shuttle bus to the station, but the future LAX People...

A salmonella outbreak linked to a recall of approximately 1.7 million brown organic and cage-free eggs from August Egg Company has sickened at least 79 people across seven states, with 21 requiring hospitalization, according to the CDC. The recall, due to potential salmonella contamination, affects states including Arizona, California, Illinois, and Indiana, and consumers are advised to discard the eggs or return them to retailers. This incident is part of a series of recent salmonella-related...