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• Former student charged with murder of ex-teacher and their child

  28-12-2016 19:35 via kfor.com
  
  A 23-year-old man who as a high school student fathered a child with his teacher is facing two counts of murder after his former lover and their son were found dead, according to New York police.
  The bodies of Felicia Barahona, 36, and her 4-year-old son Miguel were found Monday in Barahona's Upper Manhattan apartment.
  Barahona, unconscious and unresponsive on her living room floor, had a telephone cord wrapped around her neck. The child was discovered underwater in a bathtub. Both were pronoun
  
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• Watch Live: Oklahoma Severe Storms

  24-05-2024 00:34 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Severe storms are possible Thursday and Saturday across the state!Thursday, storms will move northeasterly through the evening hours.Oklahoma Weather Radar
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• Watch Live: 4warn Storm Team tracks Oklahoma severe storms

  24-05-2024 00:34 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Severe storms are possible Thursday and Saturday across the state!Thursday, storms will move northeasterly through the evening hours.Oklahoma Weather Radar
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• Police Union call on lawmakers to override Governor's veto

  24-05-2024 00:31 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - Oklahoma's Fraternal Order of Police is pleading with state lawmakers to resurrect a vetoed bill they said would increase retirement benefits and keep seasoned officers on the force."Override this veto. Stand up for law enforcement. Actually back the blue," said Mark Nelson, president of the Oklahoma FOP. LOCAL NEWS: ‘Friction is a good thing’: Budget agreement reached, Stitt drops tax cut demand for nowThe FOP is demanding lawmakers to take up SB 102, after it
  
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• OKCPD search for two in connection with SW OKC assault

  23-05-2024 23:48 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — The Oklahoma City Police Department are asking for assistance in identifying two men said to be involved in an assault earlier this week.Authorities say the assault happened at a taco truck near SW 29th Street and Kentucky Avenue.
  The victim and his wife were getting food at the taco truck when an argument broke out with the two suspects. The victim was then struck on the back of his head with a beer bottle.
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• Two people killed, lanes narrowed after rollover accident on I-240 Service Road

  23-05-2024 23:34 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — Emergency crews responded to a rollover accident in the eastbound lanes of the I-240 Service Rd. near S Western Avenue on Thursday afternoon.Rollover accident in the eastbound lanes of the I-240 Service Rd. near S Western Avenue. Photo courtesy KFOR.The Oklahoma Highway Patrol says that two people were killed as a result of the accident. KFOR Interactive Traffic Map
  McIntyre Law Chopper 4 pilot Mason Dunn reports from the scene that eastbound traffic has been narrowe
  
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• Storms, heat likely to impact Memorial Day weekend: What to know

  23-05-2024 23:19 via kfor.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) — It’s been an active stretch of severe weather for parts of the U.S., and it’s likely the trend will continue into Memorial Day weekend. Outside the severe weather threat, many are on track to have a seasonably warm unofficial start to summer. Earlier this week, Illinois, Wisconsin, and Iowa were pummeled with storms, with the latter receiving the brunt of it. On Wednesday, severe weather was forecasted across a large swath of the U.S., from Texas to New York. S
  
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• UK lawmaker returns to work as 'the bionic MP' after losing his hands and feet

  23-05-2024 22:58 via kfor.com
  
  LONDON (AP) — Britain's fractious politicians shared a rare moment of unity Wednesday, when a Conservative lawmaker returned to work six months after sepsis put him in a coma and forced the amputation of his hands and feet.As Conservative legislator Craig Mackinlay walked unaided into the House of Commons before the weekly Prime Minister’s Questions session, government and opposition lawmakers alike rose in a standing ovation.Conservative legislator Craig Mackinlay speaks d
  
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• 'I really thought I was going to prison': Woman who killed man during marijuana-induced psychosis speaks out

  23-05-2024 22:57 via kfor.com
  
  (WGN) - The California killing was gruesome, its circumstances shocking: A woman stabbed a man to death — leaving him with 108 wounds — after smoking marijuana.
  Her sentence? No jail time.“I really thought I was going to prison,” Bryn Spejcher said.Spejcher grew up in northwest suburban Bloomingdale, Illinois, with her parents, three brothers and a lot of pets.She was diagnosed at an early age with hearing loss and has worn hearing aids since she was four years old. She d
  
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• Showtime reveals cast for 'Dexter' prequel

  23-05-2024 22:53 via kfor.com
  
  (KTLA) – Fans of the Showtime series "Dexter" will soon learn how the Miami blood-splatter expert/vigilante serial killer began his journey.
  In a post shared to Instagram on Thursday, Showtime revealed that the prequel series "Dexter: Original Sin" is "coming soon." They also announced three of its main cast members."Everyone’s favorite serial killer had to start somewhere," the post reads.Actor Paddy Gibson ("The OA," "Shadow and Bone") takes over as the younger Dexter Morgan. Chris
  
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• Rapper Sean Kingston's mother arrested in raid: Police

  23-05-2024 20:54 via kfor.com
  
  (NewsNation) —– The mother Jamaican American rapper and singer Sean Kingston was arrested and faces numerous fraud and theft charges following a raid on the musician's South Florida mansion on Thursday, police confirmed to NewsNation.Janice Turner, 61, was taken into custody on the charges after Broward County Sheriff's detectives and Davie, Florida, SWAT team members served an arrest and search warrant at the residence, a police spokesperson said.Police raided the rapper's resi
  
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• Rapper Sean Kingston's Florida mansion raided: Reports

  23-05-2024 20:54 via kfor.com
  
  (NewsNation) —– Police are investigating a South Florida mansion believed to be the home of Jamaican American rapper and singer Sean Kingston, according to published reportsMultiple media outlets are reporting that a large police presence, including the Broward County Sheriff’s Department, arrived at Kingston’s mansion in Southwest Ranches, which is located 15 miles outside of Fort Lauderdale and 22 miles outside of Miami. Diddy apology has ‘zero value’ t
  
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• Fish oil may increase risk of stroke, heart conditions: Study

  23-05-2024 20:06 via kfor.com
  
  (The Hill) -- Fish oil may increase the risk of stroke and heart conditions like atrial fibrillation, a new study found.The study, published Tuesday in the journal BMJ Medicine, followed more than 400,000 people in the United Kingdom aged 40 to 69 for 12 years. Those people used fish oil supplements regularly.Fish oil supplements are a source of omega-3 fatty acids and have been widely known to help with cardiovascular disease.The research found that fish oil supplements may increase the risks f
  
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• How noncompete ban could shake up health care landscape

  23-05-2024 20:05 via kfor.com
  
  (The Hill) -- The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) vote to ban noncompete agreements is set to have an outsized impact on the health care sector, empowering clinicians and raising anxiety among private practices who worry it will compound staffing problems. The FTC voted 3-2 last month to ban all current and future agreements preventing workers from going to competitors or starting a competing business after they leave a job. The rule is set to go into effect on Sept. 4, though the U.
  
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• Scottie Scheffler arrest: Louisville police say officer did not have bodycam activated

  23-05-2024 20:02 via kfor.com
  
  (NewsNation) – Authorities in Kentucky released new details Thursday about the arrest of Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top golfer, as the investigation continues into whether officers followed the Louisville Metro Police Department's policies in the arrest.Scheffler, 27, was arrested Friday after he attempted to drive past a police officer on his way into the Valhalla Golf Club, where he was scheduled to play in the 2024 PGA Championship, ESPN reporter Jeff Darlington firs
  
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• Louisville police release Scottie Scheffler arrest video

  23-05-2024 20:02 via kfor.com
  
  (NewsNation) – Authorities in Kentucky released new footage from the day Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top golfer, was arrested, and announced that the arresting officer violated the Louisville Metro Police Department’s policies during the incident.LMPD posted footage from the time of the arrest last Friday, taken from a fixed pole camera and the dash cam of a police car, on YouTube Thursday.“We are not aware at this time of any video footag
  
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• NOAA predicts very active hurricane season, issues highest-ever May forecast

  23-05-2024 19:48 via kfor.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) - A very active season is in store for the tropical Atlantic, NOAA predicted in its annual forecast for the 2024 hurricane season on Thursday.This season has an 85% chance of being above average, according to NOAA. In an average season, there are 14 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes. Major hurricanes are those which are rated a Category 3 or higher.By the numbers, NOAA is forecasting between 17 and 25 named storms, eight to 13 hurricanes and four to sev
  
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• OTA alerting customers to nation-wide scam

  23-05-2024 19:39 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is warning Oklahomans of a nationwide text scam targeting the state.OTA officials say they are alerting account holders to a nationwide texting scam targeting Oklahomans. The fraudulent text messages feature a link that is NOT associated with the agency.Image courtesy The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority If you receive a text about your OTA account and are unsure of its validity, contact 1-800-745-3727.
  
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• OK Dept. of Wildlife Conservation closes Sooner Lake ahead of Memorial Day

  23-05-2024 19:38 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - The Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation has announced Sooner Lake is closed.Oklahoma Wildlife officials say only waterfowl hunting by permit is allowed. Waterfowl hunters must hunt within 50 yards of staked, numbered blind sites. Numbered blind sites are designated on the Sooner Lake hunt map.
  All other areas of the lake closed to all hunting.Headlines
  NOAA predicts very active hurricane season, issues highest-ever May forecast
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• Iconic Babe Ruth jersey heading to auction, could fetch upwards of $30 million

  23-05-2024 19:30 via kfor.com
  
  (KTLA) -- A piece of one of the most significant moments in American sports history is expected to fetch tens of millions of dollars when it heads to auction this summer.Heritage Auctions is preparing to list the New York Yankees No. 3 road jersey worn by the immortal Babe Ruth in Game 3 of the 1932 World Series in Chicago — the game remembered for the "called shot," arguably the most well-known moment in Major League Baseball history.On Oct. 1, 1932, in the fifth inning of a tied ball gam
  
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• Microplastics 'pervasive' in human testicles: New study

  23-05-2024 19:27 via kfor.com
  
  (The Hill) -- A new study has found a “pervasive” presence of microplastics in human and dog testicles.The research, published last week in the Toxicological Sciences journal, found that out of all 47 canine and 23 human testes that were examined, all had a presence of microplastics.The findings suggest that there are potential consequences for male fertility.Microplastic fragments have yet to be studied extensively, but researchers have found they are in many body parts.Dr. John Yu,
  
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• Son of rodeo star Spencer Wright in critical condition after driving toy tractor into river

  23-05-2024 19:26 via kfor.com
  
  BEAVER, Utah (KTVX) — A child hospitalized after driving a toy tractor into a river in southwestern Utah has been identified as the son of rodeo star Spencer Wright, the family's spokesperson and close friend told Nexstar's KTVX on Wednesday.
  Mindy Sue Clark told the station that the child involved in the incident was Levi Wright, a young boy from a Utah family of rodeo superstars. Levi is currently at a Salt Lake City hospital, where he is in critical condition.PREVIOUS: Utah child airlif
  
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• DOJ expected to file antitrust lawsuit against Ticketmaster owner Live Nation: reports

  23-05-2024 19:25 via kfor.com
  
  (NEXSTAR) -- The Justice Department is expected to file an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, according to multiple reports from Bloomberg, The New York Times and CNN.The outlets, citing sources familiar with the matter, said the suit could be filed as soon as this Thursday in the Southern District of New York.
  Live Nation’s stock dropped more than 7% in after-hours trading on Wednesday following reports of the looming suit, according to Forbes.
  
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• Illinois brewpub serving cicada-infused liquor shots

  23-05-2024 19:24 via kfor.com
  
  LOMBARD, Ill. (WGN) — A Chicago-area brewpub is offering a shot that won't be available for another 17 years.The Noon Whistle Pub, located in Lombard, is serving up cicada-infused Malört shots. Yes, you read that right — cicada-infused liquor.In a post shared Tuesday on Instagram, the brewpub said, "Prepare yourself for a once-in-a-lifetime experience because starting today, we're thrilled to unveil our exclusive locally harvested Cicada-Infused Malört at Lombard Brewpub!"T
  
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• OSBI looking for more information in 1984 cold case

  23-05-2024 18:52 via kfor.com
  
  PRYOR, Okla. (KFOR) - The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation are looking for more information in a 40-year-old cold case.According to the OSBI, 22-year-old Melissa Moore was last seen alive in Tulsa on March 26, 1984. LOCAL NEWS: A domestic abuse survivor imprisoned for life for the murder of her abuser
  Melissa Moore. Image courtesy Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.Melissa Moore. Image courtesy Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.
  Officials say she had just dropped a friend off on T
  
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• OBN K9 helps find cocaine, marijuana moving across Oklahoma

  23-05-2024 18:52 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA (KFOR) - The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics seized cocaine and marijuana being trafficked across the state with help from K9 Charlie. LOCAL NEWS: Family gets welcomed surprise during tornado cleanupAccording to OBN, Charlie helped locate 54 kilos of cocaine and 350 lbs. of marijuana on Wednesday.K9 Charlie with seized drugs. Image courtesy OBN.
  Officials say the bust resulted in two arrests.
  No more information is available as the investigation continues.
  
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• T-Mobile announces increase to some customers' bills

  23-05-2024 18:07 via kfor.com
  
  TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — If you are a T-Mobile customer, your bill may get more expensive soon.In a memo to employees cited by CNET and The Verge, consumer group president Jon Freier said older plans will be affected, but did not provide any specifics. He did, however, note that customers on Go5G plans and those covered by T-Mobile's Price Lock guarantee will not see their prices increase.
  The price increases, expected to come sometime this summer, will range between $2 and $5 per line, both o
  
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• OKCPD search for two in connection to theft case

  23-05-2024 18:05 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - The Oklahoma City Police Department are asking for the public's assistance identifying these two individuals regarding a theft.
  According to police, the theft occurred in the 2100 block of SW 59th Street.
  Alleged theft suspects, Image courtesy OKCPD "X" platformAlleged theft suspects, Image courtesy OKCPD "X" platformAlleged theft suspects, Image courtesy OKCPD "X" platform
  Officials say the investigation is still in its early stages. Anyone with information is asked to ca
  
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• ‘No harm meant’: Company withdraws claim after court halts Graceland foreclosure sale

  23-05-2024 18:05 via kfor.com
  
  MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — A Shelby County judge issued an injunction Wednesday halting the sale of the Graceland estate, which was set for a foreclosure auction Thursday, prompting the company involved to withdraw its claim."The court will enjoin the sale as requested because, one, the real estate is considered unique under Tennessee law. And in being unique, the loss of the real estate would be considered irreparable harm," Chancellor Joe Dae Jenkins said.Jenkins said the notary whose signa
  
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• Red Earth announces 'Of Influence: Portraits of Cherokee People' exhibit

  23-05-2024 18:03 via kfor.com
  
  OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) - The Red Earth Art Center announced on Thursday, the opening of
  an inspiring new exhibit "Of Influence: Portraits of Cherokee People.”The gallery will be open within the lobby of the BancFirst Tower to the public from May 13th to July 5th, Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ‘It’s huge’: Galaxycon coming to Oklahoma CityThis enriching collection of photographs from 1845 to the 1960s, is thanks to the Oklahoma
  History Center, the Oklahoma Hi
  
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