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I-TEAM: Arrest of former DEA task force officer has possible ties to the arrest of FHP trooper

The I-TEAM has been digging into the allegations against a former Nassau County Sergeant, who was also a DEA task force officer, and found possible ties to another drug investigation resulting in the arrest of a longtime Florida Highway Patrol trooper.

Investigation into LeAnna Cumber’s possible link to the failed JEA sale is on hold, for now

A special committee is trying to learn what City Councilwoman LeAnna Cumber knew about the failed JEA sale, and why she did not disclose information about her husband’s involvement with a company that was bidding on JEA.

Polish prosecutors open investigation into hacked email account of aide to former PM Mateusz Morawiecki

An investigation into emails from a hacked mailbox from an aide to former Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki has been opened. The aide resigned last year.

foxnews.com

TikTok under investigation by Canadian privacy authorities

The investigation into the video-sharing platform will have a particular focus on younger users.

bbc.co.uk

Feds seized records, phone of former Michigan House leader

A former leader of the Michigan House had his phone seized as part of a federal investigation that involved grand jury subpoenas, search warrants and bank records, according to court documents. The details were disclosed in a lawsuit against Rick Johnson and his wife, Janice, over fees charged by the Grand Rapids law firm Secrest Wardle. The firm sued the Johnsons in 2021, saying they had failed to pay $7,500 for legal work performed in the fall of 2020 in connection with the case “United States v. Johnson.”

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Milton Keynes fatal dog attack was 'tragic isolated incident'

A four-year-old girl, named locally as Alice Stones, was killed by a family pet, police say.

bbc.co.uk

Jacksonville police arrest couple wanted in Alabama ‘Jane Doe’ murder

A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office task force arrested a husband and wife linked to the mysterious death of a young girl in central Alabama.

Live Updates: What Idaho murders affidavit reveals about investigation leading up to Bryan Kohberger's arrest

Authorities in Idaho released new details from the investigation leading up to the arrest of Bryan Kohberger in Pennsylvania.

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Colorado ex-funeral directors jailed for selling body parts

A mother and her daughter dismembered hundreds of corpses, prosecutors in Colorado say.

bbc.co.uk

Man, 62, dies after being hit by police car in Livingston

An investigation has begun after a pedestrian was struck by a marked police car in Livingston on Boxing Day.

bbc.co.uk

Sunken Jersey fishing boat bodies identified

Larry Simyunn and Jervis Baligat were working as crewmen on the L'Ecume II when it sank.

bbc.co.uk

Wallasey: Police hunting gunman as woman dies after pub shooting

Merseyside Police have released details of a suspected gunman they say fled the scene.

bbc.co.uk

Brixton Academy: Four in critical condition after incident at Asake gig

Police say the injuries are believed to have been caused by crushing at the O2 Academy in south London.

bbc.co.uk

Dominic Raab: Five more complaints about justice secretary being investigated, No 10 says

The allegations relate to the deputy PM's previous tenure as justice secretary, Downing Street says.

bbc.co.uk

Met Police passes file on cash-for-honours allegations to prosecutors

It has been alleged a donor to one of the King's charities was offered help securing a knighthood.

bbc.co.uk

2 teenage boys arrested after death of 15-year-old girl who died in high school bathroom: "This was not an overdose. This was murder."

The coroner identified the student who died as Melanie Ramos. Her unidentified friend who also overdosed was expected to recover.

cbsnews.com

Police investigate abuse claims at Nicky Campbell school

Claims of historical sexual and violent abuse at Edinburgh Academy are being investigated by Police Scotland.

bbc.co.uk

Videos, photos released from investigation into Duval County jail inmate’s death

News4JAX on Friday obtained videos and photos from the Fourth Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office as part of the investigation into the death of Daniel Taylor, who died following an altercation with corrections officers.

Liverpool: Government plans increased city council intervention

The government plans to increase its management of the city's council after recent expensive errors.

bbc.co.uk

The many investigations surrounding Donald Trump: Jan. 6, Mar-a-Lago, taxes and more

Authorities have several open investigations involving the former president, including into his businesses, his tax returns and his actions leading up to the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol.

npr.org

Camber Sands: Six arrested after holiday park death

A 58-year-old man has died following an altercation at a resort in East Sussex, police say.

bbc.co.uk

Owner of fence company at center of I-TEAM investigation turns self in after arrest warrant issued

After the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office obtained an arrest warrant, the owner of a Jacksonville fence company at the center of a monthslong News4JAX I-TEAM investigation turned himself in.

‘Something needs to be done’: Local service member slams prosecutors’ handling of rape case in viral TikTok

A local service member made her voice heard on social media earlier this week after she accused another military member of rape and blamed the military and criminal justice system for not taking strong enough action.

Jan. 6 hearings live updates: The House select committee to kick off hearings in prime time

Tonight at 8 p.m. ET, the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol is holding its first hearing after months of meeting behind closed doors. The panel has promised "previously unseen material" about the insurrection and will detail the "coordinated, multi-step effort to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election and prevent the transfer of power," it said.

npr.org

Chelsea Bridge: Man rescued from Thames after being Tasered dies

The police watchdog says it is investigating the contact Met officers had with the man in his 40s.

bbc.co.uk

Peacehaven: Fatal crash video footage reviewed by watchdog

Arthur Hölscher-Ermert, 27, died after being struck by an unmarked police car in Peacehaven.

bbc.co.uk

Florida Education Association: rejection of math books is part of a bigger political agenda

One of Florida’s top educators is demanding transparency from Governor DeSantis’ office. It follows the rejection of more than 50 math textbooks alleged to contain prohibited topics like critical race theory and social emotional learning.

Volunteer lifeguards now suing Jacksonville Beach in ongoing spat

A spat between the city of Jacksonville Beach and the Volunteer Life Saving Corps that appeared to have ended might not be over quite yet.

Federal investigation targets possible ghost payrolling in Cook County sheriff’s office, sources say

The probe centers on whether sheriff's employees collected paychecks while not working, sources said.

chicagotribune.com

How the FDA bungled the powdered infant formula recall

A new Consumer Reports investigation asks the simple question: Why did it take so long?

I-TEAM: Breaking down increases in Jacksonville rents by ZIP code

The News4JAX I-TEAM continues to hear from people about rising rents throughout the Jacksonville metro area. So, we wanted to take a look at the ZIP codes with the highest rent increase over the past year, and the one ZIP code where the rent has actually decreased.

Judge rules Donald Trump must testify in New York investigation

A judge has ruled that Donald Trump and two of his children must testify in a New York probe into their business

bbc.co.uk

Car ends up in a ditch from a fatal car crash in Putnam County

A woman dies in crash on CR 309 in Putnam County.

Covid: Police to investigate No 10 parties and holiday bookings surge

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday evening.

bbc.co.uk

Roeburndale bridge collapse: Partner pays tribute to victim

Brian Harwood, 73, was among 11 people travelling in a vehicle and trailer that fell into a river.

bbc.co.uk

I-TEAM: Federal health agency investigating complaints related to COVID-19 testing company

Federal officials are investigating numerous complaints related to Center for COVID Control, the company that had been operating a rapid COVID-19 testing site in downtown Jacksonville, the News4JAX I-TEAM learned Friday.

Jacksonville building owner terminates lease of COVID-19 testing company under scrutiny

A COVID-19 testing company with a location in downtown Jacksonville has suspended operations.

COVID-19 testing company under scrutiny pauses operations in Jacksonville, other cities

A COVID-19 testing company with a location in downtown Jacksonville has suspended operations.

A White off-duty deputy says he shot a Black man who jumped on his truck. Data implies otherwise.

A deputy sheriff in North Carolina is accused of fatally shooting a men he says jumped on his truck. A witness says the man was crossing the street. The truck and the body show no signs of impact, investigators said.

washingtonpost.com

Still no deal reached in Jacksonville contractor’s forgery, fraud case

Wyatt Green faces eight felony charges that could put him behind bars for years if he is convicted in a trial.

What effect could congressional investigation into Capitol riot have on midterm elections?

It’s been one year since the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. As the congressional investigation continues, we’re looking into what effect it could have on the midterm elections later this year.

Lebanon's pound hits low of 30,000 to a dollar amid crisis

Lebanon’s currency has hit a new low, reaching 20 times its value on the black market since the economic meltdown began in late 2019 and likely throwing more people into poverty

washingtonpost.com

Car crashes through Sainsbury's supermarket window

A red Audi is left among food aisles after careering into a branch of Sainsbury's.

bbc.co.uk

12 arrested in Nassau County drug busts; $100,000 in assets seized

Following an investigation that lasted several months, 12 people have been arrested in Nassau County and now face drug-related charges, the Sheriff’s Office said.

U.K. court date set for American accused in fatal crash that led to a diplomatic standoff

Anne Sacoolas admitted to driving on the wrong side of the road, but asserted diplomatic immunity.

washingtonpost.com

Large warehouse fire source of lingering stench in California town, investigation finds

The lingering stench made residents sick and cost the county $5.4 million to remedy.

cbsnews.com

I-TEAM obtains newly-released evidence against Donald Smith

The News4JAX I-TEAM has obtained all of the evidence against Donald Smith, who was convicted of raping and killing 8-year-old Cherish Perrywinkle.

‘This has been a bipartisan failure’: Lawmakers call for investigation of Dominican Republic sugar industry

The lawmakers cited an investigation by The Washington Post and the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists that described how the family of the late former president of one of the Dominican Republic’s largest sugar companies turned to South Dakota in 2019 to finalize four new trusts. The trusts contained shares of the sugar company, Central Romana and personal wealth worth $14 million.

washingtonpost.com

Boston police sergeant suspended over comments made during George Floyd protests

A Boston Police Department spokesman said the investigation consisted of video evidence and multiple witness interviews.

cbsnews.com

City in talks to use federal funding to help with yard waste collection

For months, there have been delays in picking up yard waste in Duval County neighborhoods.

Jacksonville levies tens of thousands of dollars in fines against trash haulers

The I-TEAM discovered that in just the month of August, the city received 9,008 complaints about yard waste pick-up delays. That’s nearly 700 more complaints than were received in July.

It's not an 'audit,' so this Pennsylvania newspaper wont use that word

Why the media must resist the euphemisms and slanted word choices devised by political message-makers.

washingtonpost.com

Group behind Hong Kong's Tiananmen vigil denies foreign ties

The group behind the annual Tiananmen Square memorial vigil in Hong Kong says it will not cooperate with a national security investigation into the group’s activities

washingtonpost.com

Maddie Durdant-Hollamby: Tributes to Kettering murder victim

Maddie Durdant-Hollamby, 22, was discovered dead at a house where the body of a man was also found.

bbc.co.uk

Vice President goes to Vietnam despite mystery 'health incident'

Vice President Kamala Harris pushed ahead with a trip to Vietnam on Tuesday after delaying the visit over concerns due to an unexplained health incident potentially related to the mysterious Havana syndrome.

news.yahoo.com

Covid-19 live updates U.S. studying whether Moderna vaccine may carry higher risk of rare heart condition

And the Texas Supreme Court allowed school mask mandates to stand despite Gov. Greg Abbott's ban on such requirements.

washingtonpost.com

Test and Trace boss Dido Harding to step down from NHS role

Boris Johnson promised a "world-beating" system, but it was heavily criticised during her tenure.

bbc.co.uk

A newborn baby was discarded in a YMCA dumpster 13 years ago. The suspected mom is now in custody, police say.

Authorities say the woman they believe gave birth to a baby in 2007 boarded a flight to California after she was questioned by police last week.

washingtonpost.com

City officials travel to US Capitol to meet with government leaders about embattled apartment community

Jacksonville Mayor Lenny Curry’s chief of staff, Jordan Elsbury, has spent the last three days in Washington, D.C., meeting with government leaders about the problems at Hilltop Village Apartments.

Amazon UK warehouse in Dunfermline shows massive destruction of unused items in ITV report

One ex-employee told ITV that workers were expected to get rid of an estimated 130,000 items a week.

washingtonpost.com

Four teenage boys arrested on suspicion of murder in Telford

Two adults have also been arrested after a man, found seriously injured on a footpath, later died.

bbc.co.uk

Federal authorities, Chicago police announce charges in sweeping narcotics investigation

Seventeen people have been charged in a drug trafficking investigation in Chicago, U.S. Attorney John Lausch, officials from U.S. Homeland Security and the Chicago Police Department announced Thursday.

chicagotribune.com

Noel Clarke: Sky and Vertigo scrap Bulletproof

The British actor and director has been accused of sexual harassment and bullying, which he denies.

bbc.co.uk

In the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, when is an attack a war crime?

Though war crimes have not been proved in a court, allegations have been made against both sides.

washingtonpost.com

Bill Gates acknowledges an affair with an employee, which Microsoft investigated

The confirmation of the affair and investigation come two weeks after Gates and Melinda French Gates announced plans to divorce.

washingtonpost.com

Detective: Killing of Tristyn Bailey ‘probably one of the most tragic and difficult cases that we have faced’

From the search to the discovery to the arrest, the investigation into the death of 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey is taking a toll on the community, including the investigators.

New York AG appoints attorneys to lead Cuomo investigation

New York AG appoints attorneys to lead Cuomo investigation Two attorneys were appointed Monday to investigate sexual harassment allegations against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. State government officials have also called for Cuomo to resign. CBS News correspondent Jericka Duncan reports on the latest updates in the investigation. Then, coauthor of Politico's New York Playbook Anna Gronewold joins CBSN's Elain Quijano to discuss the Cuomo investigation.

cbsnews.com

Investigations intensify into assault on U.S. Capitol

Investigations intensify into assault on U.S. Capitol More than six weeks after the attack on the U.S. Capitol, the investigation into how it happened and who was involved continues to turn up new information. CBS News reporter Cassidy McDonald joins "CBSN AM" with the latest.

cbsnews.com

Law enforcement prepares for President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration

Law enforcement prepares for President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration The Department of Justice's inspector general is opening an investigation into law enforcement's preparation and response to the January 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol. The investigation comes as law enforcement officials ramp up security in the nation's capital amid growing threats of violence between now and Inauguration Day. CBS News' Natalie Brand has the latest from Capitol Hill.

cbsnews.com

Justice Department Announces Civil Investigation into Chemical Restraint Use at Two Nevada Juvenile Facilities

The Justice Department announced today that it has opened an investigation into the use of pepper spray at two juvenile correctional facilities run by the Nevada Juvenile Justice Services Agency: the Nevada Youth Training Center and the Summit View Youth Center. The investigation will be conducted under the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA) and the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act. Both statutes give the department the authority to investigate systemic violations of the constitutional rights of young people in juvenile detention and correctional facilities. The Civil Rights Division’s Special Litigation Section is conducting this investigation. Additional information about the Civil Rights Division of the Justice Department is available on its website at www.justice.gov/crt.

justice.gov

Justice Department Announces Civil Investigation into Louisiana's Prisoner Release Practices

The Justice Department announced today that it has opened a statewide civil investigation into Louisiana’s prisoner release practices. The investigation will examine the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections’ policies and practices for ensuring the timely release of state prisoners in the custody of the Louisiana Department of Corrections who are incarcerated in state and local correctional facilities, including practices related to prisoners who are eligible for immediate release. The investigation will be conducted under the Civil Rights of Institutionalized Persons Act (CRIPA). The Civil Rights Division’s Special Litigation Section is conducting this investigation jointly with the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Louisiana. Additional information about the Civil Rights Division of the Justice Department is available on its website at www.justice.gov/crt.

justice.gov

JFRD: Lackawanna house catches fire Saturday morning

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to a house fire on Shortreed Street, around 7:00 a.m. Saturday Morning. Crews reported seeing heavy flames inside the home. The officers on scene declared the house clear after a search. Within minutes, JFRD announced that the blaze was under control. Command has requested a investigator to look further into the cause of the early morning fire.

The investigation into why Florida paid more than 77-million-dollars for a faulty unemployment technology system is undeway

The investigation into why Florida paid more than 77-million-dollars for a faulty unemployment technology system is undewayPublished: May 28, 2020, 6:08 pmThe inspector General who's looking at documents is asking for patience.

What's next in investigation of Baton Rouge police shooting?

CBS News legal analyst Rikki Kleiman joins CBSN to discuss the investigation into the fatal shooting of a black man by a police officer in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

cbsnews.com
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