Fulton County OKs plan to cut Rice Street jail population
Officials say expanded diversion programs, lower bonds, and court reminders could help ease overcrowding at the Fulton County Jail.
Atlanta
More
Clarkston woman convicted of murder for shooting ex-boyfriend, DA says
A DeKalb County jury found 30-year-old J'ana Rawat guilty in the 2022 killing of Tyler James Reed inside a Clarkston apartment while two children were present.
Georgia SB 568 would change early voting rules and voting machines
Experts say the proposal builds on SB 202, the controversial law passed after President Donald Trump's 2020 election claims.
Alliance Theatre's Lullaby Project helps parents and babies bond through music
The Alliance Theatre's Lullaby Project, part of its weekly Early Learners Program at the PNC PlaySpace, brings together artists and families to create personalized lullabies.
Baltimore
More
Maryland drivers react to surging gas prices amid war with Iran
As the war with Iran rages on, drivers in Maryland and across the country are feeling the pain at the gas pumps.
Popular Harford County coffee chain causes major traffic headaches
7Brew Coffee in Abingdon opened its doors in December, but some Harford County residents are still concerned about the traffic backups along Maryland 924 as people get in the drive-thru line.
Maryland lawmakers again consider lifting ban on beer and wine sales in grocery stores
The Maryland General Assembly is once again considering legislation to allow grocery stores to sell some alcohol.
Proposed Maryland bill would strengthen child abuse awareness training for child care providers
Maryland lawmakers are considering a bill that would require child care providers to complete specialized training on recognizing and reporting child abuse.
Bay Area
More
Alameda County seeks to transform vacant lots into low-rise homes
Back in August, the county launched the new SHIFT initiative to tackle the affordable housing crisis. Alameda County awarded Oakland-based company Inspired ADUs to lead the effort of building more affordable homes on infill lots.
Alameda County funding 10 housing projects with $50M from Measure W
Measure W is a half-cent sales tax to support homelessness services, housing, health services, and system infrastructure. It was passed in 2020, but distributing that money was held up by a legal battle.
Bay Area nonprofit helping students succeed in higher education looks to expand statewide
The nonprofit, which recieved a $42 million donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, began as the Marin Education Fund in 1981.
Elon Musk testifies in Twitter shareholder trial over actions before purchase
Elon Musk reached a deal to buy Twitter in April 2022. On May 13, 2022, he declared his plan "temporarily on hold" over the number of spam and fake accounts on the platform. Twitter's stock tumbled as a result.
Boston
More
Hornets beat Celtics 118-89 to earn 6th straight win, move above .500
The Charlotte Hornets extended their win streak to six games with a 118-89 win over the Boston Celtics on Wednesday night.
Threats to judges are increasing. Here's what's happening in Massachusetts.
In the last four years there were 168 threats made against trial court judges in Massachusetts, according to state records.
Peabody couple living in Israel describe what it's like when attack is incoming
A Peabody, Massachusetts couple has been living in Israel since January, and now with the conflicts in Iran, have repeatedly been taking shelter.
Marshfield police officer charged with OUI after crash tries to plead guilty
Marshfield police officer Richard Perry is accused of driving drunk and causing a head-on crash.
Chicago
More
No. 25 Saint Louis beats Loyola Chicago 79-65 to earn top seed in A-10 tourney
Last-place Loyola Chicago came in shooting just 31% on 3s, but kept it close by outscoring the nation's top 3-point shooting team by nine from behind the arc.
Burglary crew targets 6 businesses on South, Southwest sides: CPD
The burglaries took place between 2:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. in the Kenwood, South Shore, Washington Heights, Beverly, Archer Heights, and West Elsdon neighborhoods, police say.
Carole Robertson Center for Learning in Little Village unveils renovated ECE space
The organization raised about $20 million for renovating its three main locations, including its flagship facility in Little Village.
DNA experts identify remains of Illinois man who went missing in 1977
DNA experts have solved the mystery of an Illinois man who went missing nearly 50 years ago.
Colorado
More
Avs acquire defenseman Blankenburg from Predators for late-round draft pick
The Colorado Avalanche have acquired defenseman Nick Blankenburg in a trade with the Nashville Predators, the hockey team announced.
Death of a CU student prompts state lawmakers to take action
Joe Trussel and Vanessa Diaz went before Colorado state lawmakers and recalled their darkest day -- the day their daughter Megan disappeared from her dorm at the University of Colorado Boulder.
Colorado Iranian thankful for United States intervention
An Iranian man in Colorado says he regrets voting for the 1970s change in government that led to decades of brutality.
Colorado man sentenced to 8 years after theft involving shuttle bus
A man has been sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to vehicle theft in a case where he stole a shuttle bus, fled at high speed, and almost ran over multiple law enforcement officers.
Detroit
More
Contractor crushed by industrial auger in Green Oak Township
Fire officials say it appears the man was using the auger to fill soil borings.
Tracking Southeast Michigan's precipitation deficit
South of the state line in Ohio, drought conditions are much stronger and more entrenched.
Man robs suburban Detroit lingerie store with knife
Oakland County sheriff's detectives are asking for the public's help identifying a man who robbed a lingerie store in Commerce Township last month.
Popular Royal Oak coffee staple shuttering its doors
For more than a decade, The Office Coffee Shop has become a hotspot downtown for many returning customers.
Good Day Sacramento
More
Good Day Sacramento
Grab a cup of coffee at Cafe Paso and help support Sac Youth Center!
Every dollar spent at Cafe Paso helps support Sac Youth Center’s mission of serving 14 to 24-year-old youth by providing life-changing tools and experiences for a hopeful future. The center offers different programs such as mentorship, job training, and peer-led events.
Gearing up for Sac Republic FC’s 2026 season!
This Saturday, the boys from the Sacramento Republic FC are gearing up for their big home opener this Saturday. Soccer fan, Ryan Nelson, is in Sacramento with all of the details and the surprises they have in store for fans!
Earl Warren Elementary School’s Community Day!
Ms. Keys will be going to Sacramento’s Earl Warren Elementary School’s Community Day to read to the students. The School will also have policemen, Firefighters and other Community Folks there to encourage students.
The Sofia Presents: "Lifted" discusses the dangers and realities of human trafficking
An upcoming production is looking to spark conversation about the dangers and the realities of human trafficking. Sade Browne is in Sacramento with a preview of this powerful performance.
Los Angeles
More
LA fourth-grader becomes youngest ever fashion designer to have a show at Paris Fashion Week
Meet Max Alexander, the West Los Angeles fourth grader who is now the youngest fashion designer ever to have a show at Paris Fashion Week.
L.A. County man charged with dog fighting ring, illegal firearms possession
Federal prosecutors said a 53-year-old Hacienda Heights man allegedly ran a dog-fighting ring.
San Bernardino pursuit suspect crashes into train while fleeing from police
San Bernardino police officers were in pursuit of a stolen vehicle on Wednesday afternoon when the suspect drove onto some train tracks and collided with a train.
Long Beach man charged with murder for crash that killed toddler, injured two others
A Long Beach man who was allegedly drunk when he reversed his car into a group of people sitting outside of a home earlier this week, killing a toddler and injuring two others, was charged with murder on Wednesday.
Miami
More
South Florida gas prices continue to increase due to the U.S. strikes against Iran
Warehouse club members are finding relief at outlets like Sam's Club, BJ's, and Costco.
Retrial for former UM football player accused of killing teammate set for May
On Wednesday, Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Cristina Miranda set a new trial date for May 18 and reduced his bond during a hearing in Miami-Dade court.
Fort Lauderdale businesses seeing a decline in Spring Break sales after new alcohol ordinance
Some spring breakers agree that the atmosphere is tamer than usual, but others say they haven't experienced the strict enforcement.
12 people are arrested in connection to a Miami-Dade insurance licensing fraud scheme
The investigation started back in 2023, but this week, more people were arrested for allegedly participating in the scheme.
Minnesota
More
Future of Waymo, self-driving cars fuels debate at Minnesota Capitol
The future of self-driving cars, including robotaxi service Waymo, is up for debate at the Minnesota Capitol where lawmakers are discussing a regulatory framework to give the vehicles a clear lane to operate in the state.
Indiana hits 10 3-pointers, routs Minnesota 77-47 to end 4-game skid
Indiana ends a four-game skid with a commanding 77-47 win over Minnesota as Sam Alexis sparks an early blowout.
Here's how Operation Metro Surge impacted police in the Twin Cities
Police departments in the Twin Cities are offering a look at the cost and strain brought on by Operation Metro Surge.
Truck crash, propane leak cause road closures in Stearns County
Several roads in Stearns County, Minnesota, are closed after a flatbed truck carrying propane crashed and started leaking propane, according to the Stearns County Sheriff's Office.
New York
More
Cotter scores shootout winner after Brown forces OT in Devils' win over Maple Leafs
The New Jersey Devils beat Toronto 4-3 on Wednesday night, sending the Maple Leafs to their fifth straight loss.
Holmgren, Gilgeous-Alexander help Thunder edge Knicks 103-100
The Oklahoma City Thunder edged the New York Knicks 103-100 on Wednesday night.
Vickie Paladino wages First Amendment war against NYC Council Ethics Committee
New York City Councilwoman Vickie Paladino is hiring a lawyer to fight an attempt by the Ethics Committee to censure her because of social media posts it deemed Islamophobic.
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer allegedly contacted sex workers hundreds of times
Alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann allegedly used burner phones to contact dozens of sex workers more than 500 times up until the months before his arrest, according to a new court filing.
Philadelphia
More
Maxey scores 25, Grimes sinks late free throws as 76ers beat Jazz
Quentin Grimes hit two tiebreaking free throws with 16.4 seconds remaining, Tyrese Maxey scored 25 points and the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers beat the Utah Jazz 106-102.
1 dead, another injured in Southwest Philly crash involving SEPTA bus
A person is dead, and another was critically injured in a crash in Southwest Philadelphia involving a SEPTA bus Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Man shot, killed in Northeast Philadelphia, police say
A man was shot and killed in Northeast Philadelphia Wednesday night, police said.
Residents react to explosion in Logan Township: "The whole building shook"
The explosion at Savita Naturals in Logan Township that injured four people shook people's homes in the area.
Pittsburgh
More
Man leads police on chase before jumping in river, authorities say
A man wanted for stealing guns out of cars in Downtown Pittsburgh jumped into the river after leading officers on a chase on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
Greensburg man charged with bringing bird to bar in his pocket
A man is facing animal cruelty charges after police said he brought an injured parakeet to a bar in Greensburg.
Surgeon says he's seeing more young people with colorectal cancer
A cancer once rare in young people has become the number one cause of cancer-related deaths for Americans under age 50.
Former public safety official accused of sexually assaulting girl
A former Pittsburgh and Allegheny County public safety official is accused of sexually assaulting a child he was babysitting.
Sacramento
More
Twin Rivers Unified educators are set to strike Thursday for first time in district's history
This would be the first strike in the district's two-decade history.
Elon Musk testifies in Twitter shareholder trial over actions before purchase
Elon Musk reached a deal to buy Twitter in April 2022. On May 13, 2022, he declared his plan "temporarily on hold" over the number of spam and fake accounts on the platform. Twitter's stock tumbled as a result.
Sharks sign Kiefer Sherwood to a 5-year, $28.75M extension following trade
The San Jose Sharks signed forward Kiefer Sherwood to a five-year, $28.75 million extension six weeks after acquiring him in a trade from Vancouver.
Lou Holtz, former Notre Dame football coach, dies at age 89
Holtz coached Notre Dame from 1986 to 1996, winning 100 games with the school, including a 12-0 national title-winning season in 1988.
Texas
More
Lightning strike sparks 2-story house fire in Fort Worth, witnesses say
The Fort Worth Fire Department said crews have been on the scene for 30 minutes and are still in defensive operations.
Rep. Tony Gonzales admits to affair with former staffer, calling it a "mistake"
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas acknowledged for the first time Wednesday that he had a relationship with a former staffer, but alleged the controversy that has engulfed the situation is "about power and money."
Trump to step into Texas Senate race, urges end to Cornyn-Paxton runoff
The runoff follows a tight primary that left Texas Republicans bracing for an even more heated and expensive fight heading into May.
Judge declines to shut down Camp Mystic as lawsuit over deadly flood moves forward
A Travis County judge barred the camp from altering flood‑damaged cabins but stopped short of blocking its reopening while families pursue claims over the 2025 disaster that killed 27 people.