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Bodycam footage shows Fargo man assaulting officers during June 2025 incident

11Sep

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North Dakota

Bodycam footage shows Fargo man assaulting officers during June 2025 incident

FARGO, ND – A man who assaulted three Fargo Police Department officers during a June 2025 encounter has been sentenced to five years, with two years to be served in prison and three years on supervised probation. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/16HQUAFUZJ The incident occurred on June 7, 2025, when Officers Avery Jensen, Latasha Dean, and Cole Winter responded to an officer-initiated call about a man smoking what appeared to be methamphetamine in a parking ramp. The man, later identified as Joseph Manitowabi, became combative and assaulted the officers during the encounter outside the ramp. A short video clip of the altercation previously went viral on social media, prompting public scrutiny. However, Fargo Police officials stated the clip only showed part of the story. Earl...

Illinois State Police seek public’s help in 2023 homicide of Decatur man

11Sep

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Illinois

Illinois State Police seek public’s help in 2023 homicide of Decatur man

DECATUR, IL – The Illinois State Police Division of Criminal Investigation Zone 5 is asking for the public’s assistance in the homicide investigation of 51-year-old James E. Taylor of Decatur. Taylor was reported missing to the Decatur Police Department on May 12, 2023, and was last seen alive on May 10 around 6 p.m. He was found deceased on May 19, 2023, in a rural area near his home. ISP Special Agents are treating the case as a homicide. According to ISP Lieutenant Chad Dumonceaux, investigators continue to pursue leads and encourage anyone with information — no matter how minor — to come forward. Decatur Crime Stoppers is offering up to $2,500 for information regarding Taylor’s death. Tips can be submitted anonymously through the following channels: Call Decatur Cri...

$7,500 reward offered for Honduran man wanted in double murder at Colony Ridge bar

11Sep

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Texas

$7,500 reward offered for Honduran man wanted in double murder at Colony Ridge bar

LIBERTY COUNTY, TX – Jose Osman Aguilar Cantillano, a criminal illegal immigrant from Honduras, has been added to Texas’ 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List following a deadly bar shooting in Colony Ridge. Cantillano is wanted for murder in connection with a shooting that occurred during the early morning hours of September 7, 2025, at a bar in Colony Ridge. The shooting left two individuals dead and four others injured. Authorities are offering a cash reward of up to $7,500 for information leading to Cantillano’s arrest. To be eligible for the reward, tipsters must provide information using one of the following official methods: Call the Crime Stoppers hotline at 1-800-252-TIPS (8477) Submit a tip online at the Texas DPS website (https://www.dps.texas.gov) ...

Texas City communications director arrested for online harassment

11Sep

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Texas

Texas City communications director arrested for online harassment

TEXAS CITY, TX – Jennifer Renee Laird, the communications director for the City of Texas City, was arrested Thursday morning on a felony warrant for online harassment. According to the Galveston County Sheriff’s Office, deputies with the Fugitive Apprehension Division took Laird into custody at approximately 8:45 a.m. in the 1800 block of 9th Avenue North. The warrant, obtained by the La Marque Police Department, charges Laird with online harassment – name/persona to create page, a third-degree felony. The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging anyone with information about wanted fugitives to contact the Fugitive Apprehension Division at 409-766-2311.

Suspects not found after Pct. 4 deputies assist ICE near Sam Houston Parkway

11Sep

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Texas

Suspects not found after Pct. 4 deputies assist ICE near Sam Houston Parkway

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office assisted ICE agents after multiple occupants fled on foot from a traffic stop near North Sam Houston Parkway West and T.C. Jester Boulevard. After an extensive search, the individuals who fled were not located, and the perimeter was terminated. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Constable’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Traffic stop in north Harris County leads to ICE turnover

10Sep

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Texas

Traffic stop in north Harris County leads to ICE turnover

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – A simple traffic stop in the 24100 block of Aldine Westfield Road led to two arrests and the involvement of federal immigration authorities. According to Constable Mark Herman, Pct. 4, deputies initiated the stop for a traffic violation. During the investigation, one suspect was found to have an active warrant, while another was discovered to have an ICE detainer. Constable Herman’s Office reported that the second suspect attempted to flee from ICE custody but was quickly captured by deputies. Both individuals were taken into custody without further incident. If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Harris County Precinct 4 Constable’s Office or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

Hobby Airport parking garage roof transformed into solar canopy

10Sep

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Texas

Hobby Airport parking garage roof transformed into solar canopy

HOUSTON – The roof of the William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) Red Garage has been transformed into a solar canopy now producing 100% clean, renewable power exclusively for the airport. The photovoltaic system, years in the making, is fully operational and marks a major milestone in Houston Airports’ sustainability efforts. Drone aerial photos from Hobby Airport - September 2025 - solar panels, garages, construction, and terminals (Photo Courtesy of Houston Airport System) “This project is proof that sustainability can be practical, visible and directly tied to the passenger experience,” said Jim Szczesniak, director of aviation for Houston Airports. “Passengers now park under a structure that shields their cars from the Texas sun while generating clean energy that keeps airport operations...

Virginia nurse sentenced to more than 7 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

10Sep

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Washington

Virginia nurse sentenced to more than 7 years for distributing child sexual abuse material

WASHINGTON – A Virginia nurse was sentenced today to more than seven years in prison for distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) through an encrypted messaging platform. According to the Justice Department, Lucas Fussell, 43, formerly of Onley, Virginia, was sentenced to 87 months in prison, followed by ten years of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay a $20,000 fine. Court records show that Fussell used the Session encrypted messaging application to exchange videos and images of prepubescent boys being sexually abused. Investigators said Fussell also discussed several of his male patients, including children, and bragged about the measures he used to avoid law enforcement detection. In June 2024, Fussell sent an undercover officer nine videos depicting the e...

Woman accused of stealing thousands from H-E-B detained on Kuykendahl, turned over to immigration by Pct. 4 deputies

10Sep

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Texas

Woman accused of stealing thousands from H-E-B detained on Kuykendahl, turned over to immigration by Pct. 4 deputies

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Deputies with Constable Mark Herman’s Office detained a woman near the 25000 block of Kuykendahl Road after she was accused of shoplifting. Investigators said the woman initially gave deputies a false name. Further investigation revealed she is a habitual theft suspect believed to have stolen thousands of dollars worth of merchandise from multiple H-E-B stores in both Harris and Montgomery counties. Constable Precinct 4 deputies also stated the woman had an active immigration hold. She was released to immigration authorities at the scene. No additional details have been released at this time.

Judge Lina Hidalgo condemns assassination of Charlie Kirk as Trump orders flags lowered nationwide

10Sep

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Texas

Judge Lina Hidalgo condemns assassination of Charlie Kirk as Trump orders flags lowered nationwide

HARRIS COUNTY, TX - Judge Lina Hidalgo of Harris County, Texas, on Wednesday issued a statement after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a campus event at Utah Valley University. File Photo (August 2025) “I am gutted to learn about the assassination of Charlie Kirk in Utah,” Hidalgo said. “I’ve lived in countries where people could be killed for speaking their minds, and it breaks my heart to see that happen here in the United States. I hope this tragedy marks a turn toward dialogue instead of hatred and violence.” Kirk, a conservative political commentator and co-founder of the youth organization Turning Point USA, was killed after being shot while speaking to students on campus. He was struck in the neck by gunfire from about 200 yards away, taken to ...