Florida has historically been a major drug entrance point, and because of its closeness to Latin America, the state has developed a reputation as a center for drug smuggling. A number of Florida localities have gained notoriety over the years for helping drug traffickers transfer illegal riches abroad. The Miami suburb of Doral is one…
Last week, an intrigued bear got stuck in a family’s automobile in Northern California. The incident is captured on camera and in pictures. Amanda Wells recorded the bear in Forest Ranch, California, on May 1st, peeking around their porch before it got inside the Subaru. The bear was seen inside the automobile in the following…
Firefighters are occasionally called to rescue a feline that has become trapped in a tree. Saving the person who scales the tree to save the cat is something they are less used to doing. But that’s exactly what happened on Tuesday night. Syracuse resident Erin Quinn, 40, is a self-taught tree climber who spends her…
Every day, Lauren Claus takes her puppy, Penny, to work. Following a “horrific” incident on the Upper West Side, Penny is currently in the intensive care unit, fighting for her life. “She’s my little buddy,” Claus said Sunday. “I spend every day with her.” Penny and her ex-boyfriend share custody of her, and on Saturday…
On Saturday, a Yankees fan made a catch that quickly became a contender for Catch of the Year. A Bronx Bombers fan had his glove ready as a foul ball was approaching during the Yankees’ home game against the Rays. However, his kid ended up making the catch more difficult because she was sitting on…
May is shaping up to be a busy month for some Social Security recipients — especially those who get Supplemental Security Income (SSI). If that’s you, there’s good news: you might see three checks coming your way this month! What’s Going On? The Social Security Administration (SSA) handles two different types of payments: As of…
Pinal County Animal Care and Control announced that it would halt dog walks and playdates, increase facility cleanings, and quarantine potentially contaminated animals after a dog called Kendrick tested positive for canine distemper virus on April 25. The facility remained open for viewing adoptable cats, purchasing a license, and completing other administrative tasks. The American…
In Taylor, a neighbour stopped a pit bull from attacking a 4-year-old girl by using his tablet. The Robbinwood Villa mobile home neighbourhood was the scene of the attack on Wednesday, April 30, at approximately 11:30 a.m. at Fourth and Chesterfield. According to the police, a second dog, a 60–80 pound pit bull, escaped from…
A grand jury in Laredo indicted a Houston man on charges of trafficking sea turtle skin boots. Alejandro Hernandez, 31, was arrested in Midland, according to US Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. The five-count indictment claims Hernandez smuggled and plotted to smuggle the footwear into the United States, sold them unlawfully, and shipped them to customers…
Kristen Savage says she was walking her dog Friday night when she encountered a black bear. Savage, who lives in the Markham Woods neighbourhood, told News 6 about the close encounter. She was halfway back home when the bear approached her. “I heard a bird. I was looking for a bird in a tree, and…
