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Anglers reel in rare great white shark off Gulf Coast
Two fishing guides from Pensacola recently reeled in what’s believed to be the first great white shark ever caught from the beach in Alabama. → Read More
Painted rocks scattered across the globe to spark joy
A 7-year-old and her younger brother found a piece of treasure during an ordinary trip to the beach in North Carolina. → 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
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
Disney-loving man lands Guinness World Record for most consecutive visits to Disneyland
Jeff Reitz, 50, has been waltzing through Disneyland consecutively for 2,995, earning him the record title for the most consecutive visits to Disneyland, Guinness World Records announced. → Read More
Pack of dogs attacks and kills 65-year-old man
A 65-year-old man in Alabama died after being attacked by dogs Tuesday morning, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. → 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
Charges reduced for 76-year-old woman accused of killing terminally ill husband
Ellen Gilland was initially charged with premeditated first-degree murder with two counts of aggressive assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. → Read More
Man wins $100K from scratch-off during stop for eggs
Jerry Pannell went to buy eggs for his breakfast and decided to get a scratch-off lottery ticket while he was there. → 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
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
Alligator living with tape around its mouth freed and relocated
An alligator that has been living with its mouth taped shut since December was finally relocated this week after several attempts to trap it. → 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
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
Barney relaunch is in the works, Mattel announced
The company said it will bring back the Barney franchise via television, film and YouTube. → Read More
Chiefs’ offensive lineman welcomes twins on Super Bowl Sunday
Chiefs Kingdom welcomed two new members to the group early on Super Bowl Sunday. → Read More
Newborn surrendered to baby box installed less than 3 months ago
A newborn in Kentucky was safely surrendered to a Safe Haven Baby Box, just under three months after it was installed. → Read More
4.9M units of multi-purpose cleaner recalled
A recall has been issued for about 4.9 million units of Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaners for containing Pseudomonas species bacteria – environmental organisms found in soil and water. → Read More
Driver takes drink of beer during traffic stop, police say
Police said 25-year-old Jordan Craig was pulled over for driving at least 82 mph in a residential area. → Read More