Debra Worley
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Pet monkey shot, killed after escaping and ripping woman’s ear in half
The woman said the monkey tried to get inside the house and even ripped off part of the door handle, so she called 911. → Read More
First grizzly bear of 2023 emerges from hibernation at Yellowstone National Park
A wildlife biologist saw the 300-350 pound bear near the remains of a bison carcass in the central-eastern part of the park. → Read More
Man arrested after removing organ from victim, sheriff’s office says
Deputies were called on Feb. 15 to respond to reports of a stabbing and found a victim whose organ was removed when they arrived at the scene. → Read More
SunnyD uses bold, tangy flavor in new drink just for adults
SunnyD isn’t just for kids anymore. The juice brand is launching a new hard seltzer featuring its bold, tangy orange flavor. → Read More
Abandoned newborn dies after being found in vacant home, police say
Police said the baby was taken to the hospital where it was pronounced dead. → Read More
Woman celebrating 106th birthday still loves her coffee
Mildred Linder, who enjoys being involved in the community, is known as a “super sweet lady” who loves a good cup of black coffee. → Read More
Wildlife experts rescue manatee hooked in the face and tangled in fishing wire
Wildlife experts rescued a manatee near Crystal River, Florida, that had fishing line wrapped around its flipper, making it difficult for it to swim. → Read More
Woman shares secret to longevity at 105th birthday celebration
Jeanne Fox said she’s lived an eventful life, including having the honor of meeting some presidents. → Read More
Prosecutor charges teen with murder; accused in crash that killed 9-year-old
Investigators said the teen failed to stop at a red light, causing him to crash into a van. → Read More
Christina Applegate attends last awards show as an actress
Applegate was nominated for outstanding performance by a female actor in a comedy series for her role in “Dead to Me” for the third time in a row. → Read More
Steel water bottles recalled for potential health risks
The FDA said in a news release that there could be lead exposure in the bottom storage compartment of the bottle. → Read More
$1.35 billion lottery winner in Maine comes forward to collect prize money
According to the Maine Lottery Association, the winner chose the cash option of a one-time, lump sum payment of $723,564,144 before taxes. → Read More
United Airlines is making it easier for families to sit together
The airline has been working to improve its ability to seat families together more easily since the summer of 2022. → Read More
Cigarette butt leads police to suspected killer in 1971 murder
Rita Curran was 24 years old when she was brutally beaten, sexually assaulted and strangled inside her Vermont apartment in July 1971. → Read More
Frontier Airlines now automatically seats children with family
The seats will automatically be assigned based on family members’ ages before the check-in window opens at no additional cost. → Read More
8 severed cow heads found in dumpster
The Haywood County (Tenn.) Sheriff’s Office said deputies received a call around 1 p.m. Saturday of a large number of cow heads seen in a Solid Waste dumpster. → Read More
Woman had $180K worth of cocaine shipped to home, sheriff says
The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office said investigators received a tip about a parcel of cocaine being delivered to a home on Feb. 13. → Read More
103-year-old woman celebrates Mardi Gras, watches 80-year-old daughter in parade
After more than a century, Muniz said her love for New Orleans and Mardi Gras hasn’t faded, and she still plans to get the most out of life. → Read More
Nothing Bundt Cakes is giving away free Bundtlets to celebrate Oreo’s 111th birthday
Nothing Bundt Cakes is teaming up with Oreo to create a new cake flavor that will only be available for a limited time. → Read More
Detectives find man accused of murder hiding under the bed, police say
Authorities were called to investigate the remains around 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 9. Through the investigation, detectives identified Devin Scrivner as a suspect in the case. → Read More