Newsom issues executive order to remove homeless encampments in California
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s order would direct state agencies on how to remove the thousands of tents and makeshift shelters across the state that line freeways, clutter shopping center parking lots and fill city parks.
GoFundMe account for Illinois woman killed by deputy after 911 call seeks $100,000
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — The father and uncle of a woman who was shot and killed by a deputy after she called 911 for help have established a GoFundMe account to help with expenses. The ‘Justice for Sonya Massey‘ account, established Thursday, seeks $100,000. “Our family will likely need mental health counseling and support, money for […]
Telemarketing CEO convicted for Illinois health insurance scam
EAST ST. LOUIS, Ill. – A Florida-based telemarketing company CEO has been convicted of defrauding thousands of health insurance customers, including southern Illinois residents, in a widespread scam. Prosecutors with the U.S. Attorney’s Office of the Southern District of Illinois said Steven Dorfam, 40, has been indicted for mail and wire fraud in connection with […]
Police seek help finding missing elderly man in Franklin County
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Mo. – The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and Union area first responders are searching for an elderly missing person near Bachelor Creek and Antler Ridge Road. John Metts Sr., 88, has been missing since 4 a.m. on July 24. He has multiple health issues and was last seen in the 700 block of […]
How much would a $100,000 HELOC cost per month?
Payments on a $100,000 HELOC are low now — and they could drop further in the months to come. Here’s what to know.
Harris accuses Trump of “backpedaling” on Sept. 10 debate: “I’m ready”
“I have agreed to the previously agreed upon Sept. 10 debate. He agreed to that previously. Now it appears he’s backpedaling,” Vice President Kamala Harris said.
How to find the best credit card debt forgiveness programs
A debt forgiveness program can help you eliminate your card debt, but not all programs are created equal.
Wrongfully convicted man’s release from prison blocked by Missouri Supreme Court
The Missouri Supreme Court blocked the release of a wrongfully convicted man after a request from the state’s attorney general. Christopher Dunn, whose 1990 first-degree murder conviction was overturned again Monday, was set to be released Wednesday. It’s unclear why the attorney general opposes Dunn’s release. “48 Hours” correspondent Erin Moriarty has more.
Biden’s 2024 exit was not a medical decision, White House says
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre took questions from reporters Thursday after President Biden’s Oval Office address to the nation Wednesday night. When pressed about why the president decided to change course and withdraw from the 2024 race, Jean-Pierre said he wanted to “pass the torch” and it was not a medical decision.
Orphaned baby walrus has “second chance at life” after rescue
Wildlife rescuers are caring for a baby walrus found on a beach in Alaska.
