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US government says it plans to go after legal goods tied to illegal fentanyl trade in new strategy

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

SAN DIEGO (AP) — As overdose deaths continue at a record pace, U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced a new government-wide strategy Thursday involving scores of agencies that will target the precursor materials used by traffickers to make fentanyl and other synthetic drugs. Troy Miller, acting commissioner of Customs and Border Protection, said in a statement that his agency will work with the postal service and express consignment carriers, air carriers, and other logistic companies to share information about suspicious goods, potential transit routes, and other data that can help thwart the supply chain of fentanyl and other illicit synthetic drugs. Legal goods that could be targeted include molds and presses to make pills, as well as chemicals.Miller planned to announce the program in San Diego at a border crossing. The pilot project will be launched in Los Angeles, San Francisco and Portland, Oregon, and will leverage partnerships at all levels: state, local, tribal, terr...

17-year-old killed in Carpentersville triple shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

CARPENTERSVILLE, Ill. — A 17-year-old boy was killed during a triple shooting Wednesday night in Carpentersville.Officers responded to the 60 block of Birch Street on the report of shots fired at around 8:35 p.m.Police discovered a 17-year-old boy laying in the road with a gunshot wound to the head. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.Two other people were shot as well. They were transported with non life-threatening injuries and no ages were provided at this time.Police believe the victims were shot while inside a vehicle near the 30 block of Robin Road. Officers said the vehicle was driven to Birch Street where help was called.No one is in custody. Anyone with information can contact 847-551-3481.

Dog fatally shot by Chicago officer during attack with another dog

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

CHICAGO -- A dog was fatally shot by a Chicago officer during an attack with another dog in the South Shore neighborhood Thursday morning. According to police, a 71-year-old man was walking his dog in the 2500 block of East South Shore Drive around 9:13 a.m. when the dog got loose and began to attack another dog that was being walked by a 31-year-old woman. Chicago officer struck by vehicle in parking lot on North Side The owners of both dogs attempted to de-escalate the situation who continued to attack. An officer responding to the situation attempted to deescalate by tasering the dog but was unsuccessful. Another officer fired shots striking the attacking dog. It was pronounced dead on the scene. The woman's dog sustained injuries and there were no other injuries reported.

'Worst night of our lives': Survivors recount escaping shooting at Maine bowling alley

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

(NEXSTAR) - As police intensify their search for the gunman who killed at least 18 people at a bowling alley in Maine, survivors are recounting how they escaped the shooting that thrust the state's second-largest city into chaos Wednesday night.The shooting started at the Sparetime Recreation bowling alley in Lewiston around 7 p.m. A man who identified himself only by his first name, Brandon, said he was only at the alley for a few minutes for a solo night of bowling when he heard a loud pop that he initially thought was a balloon. Then, he saw the gunman."I had my back turned to the door," he told the Associated Press. "And as soon as I turned and saw it was not a balloon, [the suspect] was holding a weapon, I just booked it." Maine mass shooting: What we know so far Brandon said he heard ten gunshots, ran down a bowling lane without his shoes on, slid into the area where the pins reside, and climbed into the machinery to hide until police arrived."I was putting on my bowling sho...

Bear caught on camera ringing doorbell in California

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

(KTLA) -- Video captured a trio of unlikely pranksters ringing the doorbell of a home in California's San Bernardino County before running away.  Three bears were seen on a Yucaipa home’s Ring doorbell system as they ambled onto the front porch at around 12:45 a.m. Wednesday.As one of the furry rogues nears the doorbell, it gets on its hind legs and begins sniffing, scratching and licking the doorbell camera, giving the residents a close-up look of the perpetrator's snoot.  A Yucaipa home's Ring Doorbell system captured one of two bears ringing their doorbell in the early morning hours. (Image submitted to KTLA)The bear momentarily pulls back and glances at what’s behind him -- or her -- perhaps to see if its partners want in on the fun. The bear then returns its attention to the doorbell, gives it another good lick and activates the doorbell’s chimes. Canyon in California closed after mountain lion tries to attack dog, injures hiker Almost as if it’s waiting to see i...

3 people shot on interstate in New York

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – One person was killed and two others were taken to the hospital after a shooting Thursday morning on I-190 in Buffalo, New York. At least two of the victims appear to have been shot while inside a Buffalo Sewer Authority truck. At least eight bullet holes were seen in the city vehicle, including shots that went through the front windshield and side window.One of the shooting victims taken to the hospital was listed in critical condition while the other was stable.As a result of the shooting, the southbound lanes of I-190 were shut down. In the hour before the southbound lanes were fully closed, more than two miles of congestion could be seen building on the interstate. As police investigated the shooting, I-190 southbound was shut down from Exit 11 (Route 198) to Exit 8 (Niagara Street), but by 12:30 p.m., all southbound lanes were blocked off and traffic was diverted off Exit 11.Additionally, the left lane of I-190 northbound is closed due to police acti...

Man gets nearly 50-year sentence for attempted murder of North Chicago cops

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

LAKE COUNTY, Ill. — A 22-year-old man has been sentenced to 49 years in prison for firing shots at North Chicago police officers.Oscar Martinez, 22, was convicted of three counts of felony attempted murder of a peace officer following a three-day jury trial connected to the June 2022 incident.RECENT NORTH CHICAGO NEWS: 2 charged with murder after suburban man allegedly hires hit on ex-girlfriendMartinez was accused of shooting at police officers responding to a shots fired call. No officers were struck. “This offender risked the lives of police officers and members of that community. With this sentence, he will no longer be a threat to others," State’s Attorney Rinehart said after the sentencing hearing. Read more: Latest Chicago news headlines Martinez, who was found guilty on July 19, will receive 486-day credit for time served.  

Dog dies in Elgin house fire

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

ELGIN, Ill. — A house fire in Elgin claimed the life of a dog, though the reasoning behind what sparked the blaze is unknown. Around 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, fire crews in Elgin responded to a fire in the 1500 block of St. Andrew Circle. Arriving firefighters encountered flames coming from the first window of a single-family home. Heavy smoke was also visible throughout the structure.The fire was extinguished in under 10 minutes. Fire officials said a dog died in the fire, however. The occupants were not home when the fire occurred, officials added. The blaze resulted in about $150,000 in damages. Read more: Latest Chicago news headlines The cause of the fire is under investigation.

FDA warns restaurants in 6 states about contaminated oysters

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- The Food and Drug Administration issued a safety advisory to restaurants and retailers in six states, warning that a recent batch of oysters may be contaminated.In an advisory issued Oct. 20, the FDA said its Canadian counterpart, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), tested oysters harvested by Future Seafoods, Inc. and found salmonella and E. coli. The oysters were harvested on Oct. 10 and were sold to establishments in Florida, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Pennsylvania and Virginia. Future Seafoods, Inc. has not issued a recall, but restaurants are advised to dispose of the oysters, and consumers are urged not to eat them. "The FDA is awaiting further information on distribution of the oysters harvested and will continue to monitor the investigation and provide assistance to state authorities as needed," the FDA safety advisory stated.The CFIA is looking into what caused the oysters to become contaminated. Symptoms of salmonella infection Food conta...

Storms focus east of I-35 this afternoon

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:23 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- 3-8" of rain has fallen overnight in portions of the Hill Country causing some localized flooding including minor flooding along the Llano river. Rainfall amounts generally ranged from 1-4" for the Austin Metro where flash flooding remains possible.Storms have also brought brief spin-up tornadoes southeast of Austin during the morning. The National Weather Service has expanded the timing of the Flood Watch, which now continues through Thursday evening.Flood watch until midnightThe rain will continue to gradually focus mostly toward areas east of I-35. Live, updated rain totals During the day on Thursday a 2 out of 4 flash flooding risk is in place for the Austin Metro. Watch out for localized heavy downpours on Thursday, which will become less numerous as we head through the day.Flash flooding risk Thursday (WPC)Another round of rain and thunderstorms happens Friday. Saturday looks drier, but more storms arrive ahead of a very potent...