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FBI Director Says Local Officials Delayed Federal Help in Nancy Guthrie Missing Person Case
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos's office waited four days before allowing FBI assistance and chose a private lab over federal DNA testing, according to Patel.
New York City Council Holds First Pride Ball in Historic Chambers
Drag performers took over the legislative space for a June celebration of LGBTQ+ history, drawing both applause and scrutiny over use of public facilities.
California Journalists Gain Access to Teacher Misconduct Records After Lengthy Public Records Fight
A KQED-ProPublica investigation obtained more than 350 complaints from the state's largest school districts, though Los Angeles Unified continues to withhold records.
Man Shot Dead by FBI After Taking Hostages at California Bank
The Bakersfield standoff ended with the suspect killed and all hostages released unharmed following an overnight negotiation period.
Nearly 24 Hours After Polls Closed, California Still Counting Votes in Governor, Mayor Races
With only 55% of gubernatorial votes reported and three weeks allowed for final tallies under state law, neither the governor's race nor Los Angeles mayoral contest has been decided.
Texas State Takeover of Local School Districts Expands Under Commissioner Morath, Drawing Scrutiny
The Texas Education Agency has installed its own leaders in eight districts since 2020, with four coming this spring and Austin ISD now at risk.
Florida Principal Placed on Leave After Rap Lyrics Appeared in Yearbook
St. John's County School District is investigating whether Katie O'Connell approved the Fetty Wap quote attributed to her, with her contract set to expire at the end of June.
Jury Selection Begins in Karmelo Anthony Murder Trial in Collin County, Texas
The accused killer has raised more than $600,000 through an online fundraiser as his trial gets underway for the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf.
GOP 'Change' Agents Rattle Deep-Blue California
Two conservative outsiders won elections Tuesday night in a state where registered Democrats outnumber Republicans nearly two to one.
FBI Fatally Shoots Man Holding Hostages in Bakersfield After 15-Hour Standoff
The suspect was killed around 4:20 a.m. Wednesday after police responded to a bomb threat at the downtown Chase Bank building; hostages were found unharmed.