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Real estate tycoon found dead at wildlife refuge Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 4:09AMA well-known Chicago area real estate tycoon was found dead on Monday inside a luxury sports car parked at a wildlife refuge in northern Kane County. Authorities said the man, 52-year-old Steven L. Good, appeared to have died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Good, of Highland Park, was the chairman and CEO of Sheldon Good & Co., one of the largest firms in the nation conducting real estate ...
Public Safety: Car rolls several times, killing man, injuring two Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 4:08AMSAN DIEGO: A 20-year-old man was killed early yesterday and two others were injured when the car they were in veered off the road in Kearny Mesa and flipped several times.
Investigators say McLean was shot to death Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 4:05AMJeremy McLean, the Longview man discovered dead last week in Willow Grove County Park, was shot, the Cowlitz County Sheriff’s Office said Monday. Investigators said they hope a 51-year-old Longview man will be charged with his murder.
Police seek answers in death of woman who fell from truck Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 4:04AMAuthorities have identified the body of a partially nude woman who reportedly fell off the back of a pickup truck as it was traveling west in the 300 block of Rankin Road in the early morning hours of Jan. 1.
Naked man struck with Taser dies Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 4:02AMA man who resisted arrest and was struck with a Taser gun several times by Harris County Sheriff’s deputy died at the hospital, authorities said.
Kroger threat spurs arrest Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:59AMMARIETTA - Cobb Police arrested a Marietta man Sunday after a Kroger employee said the man threatened to "light her up" while trying to rob the grocery store.
Shooting in garage leaves two dead, four wounded Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 3:45AMA shooting that killed two men and left four others injured Sunday in Greenfield likely was a deliberate attack, police said. Investigators believe at least one of the men killed was the intended target of the assailants, Police Chief Joe Grebmeier said Monday.
Sheriff’s office investigates man’s death Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:38AMBACLIFF — The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the suspicious death of a Bacliff man found Friday.
Sheriff’s office arrests 4 men after robbery Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:38AMALGOA — A man who escaped his house during a home invasion was able to call 911 enabling police to arrest four suspected burglars.
Agency will probe avalanche deaths Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:36AMJACKSON -- U.S. Forest Service officials say they plan to re-examine local and nationwide avalanche control procedures following avalanche deaths at Western ski resorts.
Helicopter crash kills 8 Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:25AMThe helicopter was carrying two pilots and seven passengers when it went down in the marshy Bayou Penchant area about 161 kilometres from New Orleans.
Era names top stories of 2008 Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:24AMTopping out the year in news is the turbulent economy of the nation and its trickle-down effects on the local region. Jobs lost and closings and relocations — it’s been a tough year for businesses in the region. That’s the number one story on The Era’s annual countdown.
Family turns to national TV, Internet to help find intruder Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:05PMThe family of homicide victim Jennifer Nelson has turned to national TV and the Internet in an effort to help police find the intruder who shot the 29-year-old mother in her Redder Avenue home Friday night, Jan. 2, and kidnapped her 4-year-old son before fleeing the scene in a stolen car.
Three arrested following shooting Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:58AM Three people have been arrested in connection with a non-fatal shooting in the Town of Mohawk, the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office said.
Deputies investigate snowmobile theft Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:58AM The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Sunday said it is investigating the theft of a snowmobile valued at about $8,800.
Three-county chase ends in arrest Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:37AMA Marianna man was arrested on New Year’s Day after he led authorities on a chase through three counties.
Thruway Toll Increases in Effect Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:35AMGas prices are going down, but the cost of driving on the New York State Thruway is going up. The controversial 5% toll hike is now in effect. The increase will mean the toll from Buffalo to Albany will go from $11.65 to $12.24 for those paying cash. E-ZPass holders will pay $11.64.
Lawrence man critically injured in rollover wreck Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:11AMOne man was transported early Sunday by LifeStar helicopter ambulance to Kansas University Hospital in Kansas City, Kan., after a single-vehicle rollover accident at 447 E. 2100 Rd., about four miles northeast of Baldwin City.
Adams County killings drug related, police say Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 10:59AMAdams County authorities were combing the crime scene Saturday night for clues to why a rural couple was shot to death in their home the previous night in what police believe was a drug-related killing.
Hunters Find Human Remains In Mebane Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 10:53AM Investigators say the hunters found the remains in a wooded area on Dickey Mill Road. They are treating the case as a homicide.
CAPE MAY CO. FREEHOLDERS & SHERIFF SWEAR IN Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 9:56PMCAPE MAY COURT HOUSE--Cape May County swore in three public officials this evening at the Technical High School. Freeholders Daniel Beyel and Ralph E. Sheets, along with newly elected Sheriff Gary Scaffer, were administered the oath of office.
New sheriff on the job Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 9:56PMVALDOSTA — After his first few days on the job, and a smooth transition into office, Lowndes County Sheriff Chris Prine is ready for business.
N. Texas Jail Closes, Inmates Moved Out Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 9:53PMThree weeks after an FBI raid, a North Texas jail has been closed and its nearly 60 inmates transferred as authorities investigate what they call dangerous conditions for jailers and those behind bars.
Boulder County’s new top prosecutor Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 9:52PMStan Garnett looks like a guy between jobs. He juggles multiple cell phones and Blackberries, trying to figure out which ones have been activated for his upcoming job as Boulder County’s new district attorney and which ones are going out of service at the Denver law firm where he now works.
Spring Lake chief suspended for driving village-owned vehicle after drinking Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 9:49PMSpring Lake/Ferrysburg Police Chief Roger DeYoung has been suspended for three weeks and placed on probation for the next 12 months after he admitted he drove a village-owned vehicle after drinking alcohol.
DWI blood test use increasing in Texas Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:55AMThe “no refusal program,” in which search warrants are immediately issued to draw blood from DWI suspects who refuse a breathalyzer test, is gaining popularity around the state. Bell County initiated the program last night and will continue today.
Despite problems, 2008 was still a good year Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:52AMWhen looking back on 2008, I hope we all can remember more than the government bailouts, economic turmoil, hurricane devastation and election strife.
Law enforcement agents cracking down on drunken drivers this New Year’s Eve Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 11:30AMTaxi companies and law enforcement alike are urging New Year’s Eve revelers to plan before drinking so those revelers don’t need to drive.
Robison to become Eagle Scout Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 11:30AMNewport High School freshman Jake Robison will receive the Boy Scout Eagle rank during a ceremony at 7 p.m. Saturday at the LDS Church, 2229 NE Crestview Drive in Newport.
East Rocehster names new police chief and administrator Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 11:27AM The village completes the search process for two key positions.
Man charged in area robberies Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 11:26AMCLINTON — A Dunn man is accused of going on a robbery spree Tuesday that ended when he was found in the Falcon area, investigators say.
Body Found Behind Middle School Identified Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 11:25AM Police say the woman found dead behind Woodham Middle School in Pensacola is 29-year-old Mindy Huffman. More
So long, 2008 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 11:23AMOn a hot summer day, Stacey Mendieta reported her two children missing by calling 911.
Woman Faces Multiple Vandalism Charges Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:03PMSeveral locations in Augusta County have recently been marked with graffiti and investigators are trying to figure out if these incidents are related.
County officials to be sworn in Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:02PM The winners of the Nov. 4 election for Jasper County offices will be sworn in at a ceremony to be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the hallway of the Jasper County Courthouse in Carthage.
Coyote blamed in goat’s death Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:56PMOtter Tail County authorities say a coyote may have killed an Ottertail woman’s goat Monday.
Two arrested for DWI Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:56PMFergus Falls and Otter Tail County authorities arrested two people for driving while intoxicated over the weekend.
Roof collapse at Global Fitness Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:54PMSPOKANE, Wash. - Three people were able to safely make it out of the swimming pool at Global Fitness after a roof collapse there.
Police Beat: Dec. 29, 2008 Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 6:16PM
Letters to the Editor Dec. 26 Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 6:15PMEditor:
Suspected burglar shot in apparent home invasion Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 5:57PMAustin (AP) - Central Texas authorities say a suspected burglar was shot and killed during a home invasion. The Austin American-Statesman reports Edward Sexton III died Sunday morning at a home in Cameron, northeast of Austin.
Holiday Neighborhood Safety Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 5:53PMAsking neighbors to help keep watch your home during the holidays could help prevent a thief from getting into your home.
Police Search For Missing Woman Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 5:53PMLeon County Sheriff seeking assistance in locating a missing woman.
Snowmobile riders get ready for a safe season Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 5:51PMAURELIUS -- Snowmobile safety brought Central New York residents of all ages to the Fingerlakes Mall on Sunday to learn the skills and techniques that will help to prevent them from becoming another statistic.
Confusion over $1M bail for standoff suspect Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:34AMBail has been set at $1 million for a Bensalem man accused of firing a shotgun Tuesday at Bensalem police during a standoff. But no one can bail him out until Monday.
MMA Fighter Killed In Shooting Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:28AMMixed martial arts fighter Justin Mark Eilers was shot to death on Christmas.
Pismo Beach police chief leaving helm after 7 years Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:24AMWhen retiring Pismo Beach Police Chief Joe Cortez applied for the city’s top-cop job, there were eight finalists for the position. Cortez was No. 9.
SB County services reduced as employee ‘furlough’ begins Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:22AMA money- and job-saving unpaid furlough for county employees began Monday for the majority of Santa Barbara County departments and continues until Jan. 4.
Former sheriff Medford assigned to NC prison Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:22AMASHEVILLE – Former Buncombe County Sheriff Bobby Medford will be spending his 15-year sentence on federal corruption charges in a North Carolina prison.
21-year-old Edwards man killed in early-morning Christmas Day car wreck Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 9:19AMA 21-year-old Edwards man who was remembered by his mother and aunt as humble and respectful was killed early Christmas morning in a car wreck on Potato House Road.