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Ex-wife of slain Microsoft exec Jared Bridegan charged with his murder

Friday, August 18 by ABC News

(JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla.) -- The ex-wife of slain Microsoft executive Jared Bridegan has been indicted for first-degree murder in what Florida prosecutors called the "cold, calculated and premeditated murder" of the father of four. Shanna Gardner was indicted by a grand jury on Thursday for... Read More.

Maui official defends not using sirens during deadly wildfires

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(MAUI, Hawaii) -- A Maui official defended not activating sirens during last week's deadly wildfires, as the county's emergency response has come under scrutiny over what more could have been done to possibly save lives. Maui Emergency Management Agency Administrator Herman Andaya said the protocol... Read More.

Mom drowns attempting to save son who slipped into waters in New Hampshire

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(EVERETT, Mass.) -- A Massachusetts family's outing to the White Mountains of New Hampshire turned tragic when a 10-year-old boy slipped into a swift river and his mother drowned after she jumped in to attempt to save him, authorities said. The mother, 44-year-old Melissa Bagley,... Read More.

Judge declares mistrial in trial of two men charged with shooting at FedEx driver

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(BROOKHAVEN, Miss.) -- Judge David Strong, Jr. declared a mistrial on Thursday in the case involving a father and son charged with attempted murder for shooting at D'Monterrio Gibson -- a Black FedEx driver in Brookhaven, Mississippi -- the driver's attorney confirmed to ABC... Read More.

Maui wildfires live updates: 111 deaths confirmed, 38% of impact zone searched

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

Officials say the wildfires that erupted on the Hawaiian island of Maui on Aug. 8 have become the deadliest natural disaster in state history. The blazes spread rapidly due to very dry conditions stemming from a drought combined with powerful winds. Much of the historic... Read More.

Off-duty police officer caught on camera rescuing choking child

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(MELVINDALE, Mich.) -- A Michigan police officer is being hailed as a hero for his quick actions to save the life of a 3-year-old boy who was choking. Mohamed Hacham was getting ready to take a nap Monday before his shift with the Melvindale Police... Read More.

Hilary may become first tropical storm to hit California in 84 years

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Hurricane Hilary is heading toward Southern California where it is forecast to bring flash flooding, gusty winds and high surf. The greater Southwest area could also see flash flooding from this very rare event. Hilary is gaining strength in the Pacific Ocean and... Read More.

‘Light of hope’ seen in Hawaii recovery efforts, Biden says ahead of Maui visit

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The White House will be helping Hawaii residents recover from the deadly wildfires for "as long as it takes," President Joe Biden said in a recorded video message aired on ABC News' Good Morning America on Thursday. "Already from the darkness and the... Read More.

Maui wildfires live updates: Death toll rises to 111, officials say

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Officials say the wildfires that erupted on the Hawaiian island of Maui on Aug. 8 have become the deadliest natural disaster in state history. The blazes spread rapidly due to very dry conditions stemming from a drought combined with powerful winds. Much... Read More.

First reported Maui fire may have been caused by damaged power lines, independent report claims

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Maui's first reported wildfire last week may have been caused by damaged power lines, according to newly released research conducted by a power monitoring company. On Aug. 7, more than an hour before Maui authorities said the first fire erupted according to... Read More.

Texas woman arrested for alleged death threats to DC judge in Trump election interference case

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A Texas woman was arrested last week for allegedly threatening to kill the judge assigned to oversee former President Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case in Washington, D.C., according to court records. Abigail Jo Shry allegedly made a call to D.C. District... Read More.

Family of two children allegedly assaulted at NC pool files a federal lawsuit

Thursday, August 17 by ABC News

(GREENSBORO, N.C.) -- The family of two Black children who were allegedly assaulted at a pool by an apartment complex manager in Greensboro, North Carolina, on Aug. 2 filed a federal discrimination lawsuit against the woman who was charged in the alleged assault, and... Read More.