Man accused of robbing, threatening to kill woman during car ride from grocery store

CNN Newsource on April 8, 2026

By Carson Zorn

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    COLLIER COUNTY, Florida (WBBH) — A Naples man was arrested on April 3 after being accused of stealing from a woman while driving her back from Seed to Table.

According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrest report, deputies responded to a woman who called them from a 7-Eleven gas station, stating she had just been robbed.

The victim told deputies she had been at Seed to Table and had been having drinks with a man, later identified as Timothy Forman, 51, according to the report.

The victim decided to leave with Forman, and the pair left Seed to Table at around 11 p.m. The victim said that while driving with Forman, his demeanor suddenly changed, and he began driving the victim to an area she was unfamiliar with, the arrest report said.

The victim said that Forman then grabbed her black Prada bag off her, which was slung around her with a silver chain, which broke when Forman grabbed the bag off the victim, the report said. Forman then told the victim to get out of the car, or he would kill her.

The victim said Forman stole her bag, driver’s license, multiple debit cards, a credit card, approximately $500 in cash and more.

The victim was able to snap a photo of Forman’s license plate, which led deputies to pull him over near Goodlette Frank Road and Bayfront Plaza at around 11:52 p.m.

Forman was detained, and deputies searched his car, where they found the Prada bag with a broken chain, the victim’s cards and about $424 in cash.

Forman told deputies the cash was his and that he had been driving the victim to his home when she “went crazy,” leading him to kick her out of his car, the report said.

Forman was arrested and faces a charge of robbery — unarmed.

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Instagram videos, bloody evidence: 17-year-old charged after boyfriend stabbed to death, police say

CNN Newsource on April 8, 2026

By Rachael Lardani

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    HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania (WGAL) — A 17-year-old girl was charged with homicide after her boyfriend was stabbed to death, according to the Harrisburg Bureau of Police.

Officers responded to an apartment in the 1400 block of Market Street at 10:52 p.m. on Monday, April 6, for a report of a man “losing blood,” according to court documents.

Investigators said the victim, Tamar Shaw, was found sitting down while his girlfriend, 17-year-old Dalaysia Brown, held a bloody white towel to his chest.

“Shaw would not clearly explain what happened, complained he could not breathe and fell to the floor,” according to the affidavit.

Police said Shaw was transported to the hospital, where he died from his injuries.

Police: Suspect claims knife may have been in blankets

Brown told officers she and Shaw were in bed when he asked for a small kitchen knife to cut rolling papers for marijuana, according to investigators.

Brown told investigators that the knife may have become wrapped in the blankets on the bed, authorities said.

The 17-year-old claimed she was lying on the bed and sitting on top of Shaw when it happened. “She said she went to move the blankets around on top of Shaw, and he yelled out in pain. He was not sure what it was, so they took his shirt off and blood began spurting out of the wound,” according to the court documents.

Police said Brown admitted that she and Shaw had argued earlier in the day, but denied they were arguing or fighting at the time of the stabbing.

Knives, blood-stained items found Police said investigators later searched the apartment and collected evidence, including marijuana roaches, drug paraphernalia, a torn black comforter and three knives.

According to court documents, officers also recovered a white towel and a pink-colored sheet with blood on them.

911 call, Instagram videos

Investigators said Brown repeatedly asked only for an ambulance during the 911 call and did not request police.

Police also said a Crime Stoppers tip led investigators to Instagram videos allegedly posted to Brown’s account the night before the stabbing. In one video, authorities said Brown appeared to show a hand attempting to stab Shaw with a large knife while saying, “lmaoo cut that wrist up.” Police said the knife appeared consistent with one recovered from the apartment.

According to court documents, other videos allegedly showed Brown holding a knife near Shaw while making threats and throwing a serrated knife onto his neck while he was lying in bed. Investigators said that knife also appeared consistent with one found during the search.

Death ruled a homicide, coroner says

According to police, the Dauphin County Coroner’s Office ruled Shaw’s death a homicide.

The coroner said, “The stab wound entered the chest cavity and this would require significant force.”

Brown was arrested and charged with homicide, possession of an instrument of crime and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Anyone with information is advised to contact the Harrisburg Bureau of Police at 717-558-6900 or submit a tip online.

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New evidence introduced in former New Orleans Mayor Latoya Cantrell, former NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie’s fraud case

CNN Newsource on April 8, 2026

By Erin Lowrey, Aubry Killion

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    NEW ORLEANS (WDSU) — The federal government has entered new evidence in the fraud case involving indicted former New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell and a former NOPD officer, Jeffrey Vappie.

The new filing outlines alleged gifts given to Cantrell by Vappie that the government says she failed to turn over.

Cantrell is facing charges of conspiracy, wire fraud, conspiracy to obstruct justice, false statements, obstruction of justice and false declaration before a grand jury.

Vappie is facing conspiracy to commit wire fraud, 12 counts of wire fraud, conspiracy to obstruct justice, and making false statements to authorities.

The indictment against them alleges that in October 2021, Cantrell and Vappie developed a personal relationship and hid that relationship to maximize their time together.

Cantrell and Vappie are accused of exploiting their public positions to develop and implement a scheme to defraud the City of New Orleans.

They are accused of engaging in personal activities while Vappie was paid to be on her security detail.

Alleged gifts:

In the latest court filing, the government introduced two rings believed to be given to Cantrell by Vappie.

The rings include a small diamond ring and Vappie’s gold NOPD ring.

Court documents show that Cantrell was asked to provide all records, including gifts or anything of value, to the government on July 18, 2023, when she was subpoenaed by the grand jury.

The government said Cantrell produced a photograph of a diamond ring, but did not provide information on Vappie’s NOPD ring.

The government provided photographs of Cantrell wearing Vappie’s ring in multiple social media posts, including a post where Cantrell is wearing the ring at her official mayoral portrait reveal before her term ended. The portrait also includes the diamond ring and gold ring.

The government said Vappie was also asked to provide records on any gifts he gave to Cantrell, but did not disclose the rings.

“To date, Vappie nor Cantrell has acknowledged the existence of the golden NOPD ring, nor have they produced any evidence, including photographs, about it in response to the subpoena,” the court filing read.

The government alleges that Cantrell continues to possess these rings, and “chooses to display them prominently and publicly.”

Alleged misuse of campaign funds: Other evidence alleges Cantrell miscued campaign funds for her personal benefit.

According to court records, Cantrell is accused of using campaign funds to purchase alcohol during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The City of New Orleans was under strict restrictions at the time, where public gathering was prohibited.

The government presented 13 instances where Cantrell bought thousands of dollars’ worth of alcohol, including Veuve Clicquot champagne, dozens of bottles of wine, and several cases of beer.

In total, the government alleges that in 2020, Cantrell purchased $8,168.46 worth of alcohol with campaign funds in 2020.

In 2021, Cantrell was accused of buying $1,500.92 worth of alcohol with campaign funds.

According to the government’s filing, an associate within her administration, Associate A, warned her through text messages that she couldn’t use the campaign money for alcohol.

“What is it for? I have to put every purchase in our reporting system … Not sure how any of these qualify,” the messages read.

Text messages showed Cantrell pressuring the associate to find a way to cover the costs.

“And then who should it go to if campaign does not qualify?? I want to make sure that money I am raising is also accommodating me while I am doing this job. Comfort is not a luxury and I am not taking advantage,” Cantrell’s messages read.

The government said in the filing that the Associate who warned her about the misuse of funds was the same person who warned her about her illegal travel with Vappie in her indictment.

The government also introduced text messages outlining improper purchases for clothing and a stylist with Cantrell’s campaign funds.

According to the court filing, Cantrell’s hairstylist became her fashion consultant in 2017.

Cantrell is accused of paying the consultant in three accounts: the stylist’s personal bank account, her stylist’s hair business, and a business account in the name of a consulting business the stylist opened in 2017.

The government said the payments to the stylist continued until the FBI began probing Cantrell’s campaign spending in 2022.

In total, the government claims Cantrell paid the stylist $259,559 in campaign funds, and Cantrell only personally paid her $27,464.

The court filing included text messages between Cantrell and the stylist, where Cantrell admitted she had no money and needed to know how much her campaign owed her for services.

“I do not have any money. My first priority is paying you and me not knowing this was even a thing makes it more of a problem for me,” Cantrell said in the text messages. “Please let me know how much I owe you ASAP for clothes that you purchased.”

The government claims that Cantrell was not only warned by her associate but also attended the Louisiana Ethics Administration Program training specifically about campaign finance disclosures.

“At least as early as 2018, Cantrell knew that campaign funds could not be used to pay for Cantrell’s wardrobe and had to be limited to the stylist’s service,” the government said in the filing.

The government said that for these reasons, the rings and campaign spending should be included in her upcoming trial as evidence.

“The photographs discussed show that Cantrell’s obstruction was knowing, not accidental,” the filing read. “The evidence, including the brazen flaunting by Cantrell of the golden NOPD ring Vappie gave her, all while withholding its existence from the grand jury, is vital to proving the defendant’s intent.”

The new evidence will be discussed in a court hearing on April 21.

WDSU reached out to Cantrell’s attorney, but at the time of this publication, had not received a response.

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CDOT starts four-month project to improve traffic safety on Interstate 25 north of Pueblo

KRDO on April 8, 2026

Scott Harrison

PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — Overnight Tuesday, The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) began the fist summer road project planned for the Pikes Peak region.

CDOT will make various upgrades to traffic safety along a six-mile stretch of I-25, from Exit 114 just south of the El Paso /Pueblo county line, to Exit 108 (Pueblo West/Pueblo Boulevard interchange).

The major objective of the $3.5 million project is to install cable guardrail along the V-shaped median, which currently has no barriers to prevent vehicles from rollover crashes into it, or from ending up in opposite traffic lanes.

It’s a continuation of work CDOT started in 2018 when several fatal rollover crashes in the median led the agency to install guardrail between Fountain and the county line.

Workers also will repair some traditional guardrails along the shoulders of the freeway.

Other goals include improving drainage by cleaning out culverts and inlets, and installing a weed barrier.

Theres even one area where concrete trim on the Pinion Bridge, on southbound I-25, is buckling.

Some drivers would rather see paving in that area — or at least pothole patching and crack filling — because the pavement is in rough shape there.

CDOT expects to finish the project in August.

If you happen to drive through that area overnight, from Sundays through Thursdays, be aware of occasional shoulder and lane closures.

Doing the work at night allows crews to avoid much heavier weekend, daytime and summer tourist travel.

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Wichita City Council approves purchase of robotic police dog, Spot

CNN Newsource on April 8, 2026

By Lily O’Brien

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    WICHITA, Kansas (KAKE) — Following weeks of debate over the Wichita Police Department asking to use Capital Improvement Program funds for two robotic dogs, the Wichita City Council has answered WPD’s question.

WPD won’t be getting two robotic dogs — they’ll be getting one.

The device, also referred to as “Spot,” is designed to assist SWAT and bomb squad operations, keeping officers safer while still getting the job done.

With an original $650 thousand request, WPD first asked to have one dog for SWAT and the other for the bomb squad. The single unit approved Tuesday will be mainly designated for the bomb squad, although Mayor Lily Wu was optimistic about its multi-faceted capabilities.

“You can’t put a price tag on human life,” said WPD Chief Joe Sullivan. “This is something that’s seven years old. We didn’t decide that, oh, that looks interesting, that looks sexy, let’s run out and buy it. We sat back, we watched, we talked to people that utilize it.”

WPD’s Captain Jason Cooley presented the issue to the council on Tuesday. He cited various case studies around the nation of other departments that have benefited from the dogs.

Typically, Cooley said, departments are approved for one, recognize a further need, and come back with a request for a second device.

He pointed to population growth, a rise in SWAT calls, and an overall pressing desire to integrate technology for the betterment of the police force.

“Just this weekend, we definitely could have used Spot. We had a very busy weekend. We had a bomb job on Saturday, Easter night, I was out with the troops on a barricade where we definitely could have used it… so we know the need is there,” said Sullivan.

Two robots would’ve cost Wichita a negotiated and discounted price of roughly $629,000. One robot on its own is expected to cost around $330,000.

After one year, warranties for repair on the new tech would cost an additional annual rate of about $28,000, something Cooley says the department is looking to absorb through its software budget.

Some people in the meeting say the city still doesn’t have enough clear policy in place surrounding the new tech.

Councilmember Maggie Ballard, echoed by a couple of other councilmembers, looked to delay the decision even further — until WPD could establish policy and guardrails.

“They’ve had a month to come up with a policy. We don’t have a policy. How are we going to implement these safely when we do not have a policy?” asked one public speaker.

“People want investment in these things. They’re not opposed to them. They want to be a part of the process of building out policy guidelines and understanding the data,” said Joseph Shepard.

Sullivan pushed back, saying robots aren’t new to law enforcement.

“I’m confused about concerns, because we’ve been using robots for 30 years, and this is what we’ve always done, continuously improved those capabilities. I was out there recently… we really could’ve used Spot out here, because we did not have the ability to effectively communicate with our subject,” said Sullivan.

Both Cooley and Sullivan mentioned incidents over the weekend where their current technology was not enough.

Something as simple as walking over obstacles — like a pile of clothes — rendered current robotics useless in the field. Robotic dogs, they said, would streamline movement, processes, and capabilities.

There were also concerns over the cost and whether or not robotic dogs needed to be a priority for a city approaching a new budget after a failed sales tax vote.

Sullivan says no matter the cost, the safety provided by technology is worth it.

“This just isn’t just something that we decided to do. This was approved. We moved it up in the CIP because Captain Cooley had this project ready to go,” said Sullivan.

Another public speaker agreed with the necessity.

“Officers in these two units [SWAT and bomb squad] are examples of all officers dedicated and committed to uphold the oath they took to serve and protect our community. They all deserve the investment of this technology to mitigate the dangers they face,” she said.

As part of the motion to move from two dogs to one, Councilmember Becky Tuttle added an amendment where WPD and the council will reconvene in July with feedback, established policy, and data on robotic dog usage.

At that point, they can talk about if there’s a greater need for the second device.

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Idaho patrol agencies increasing presence for Distracted Driving Mobilization Week

KIFI on April 8, 2026

Danielle Mullenix

Idaho Falls, ID (KIFI) – Drivers across Idaho can expect to see more law enforcement on the roads over the next few days as deputies increase patrols for Distracted Driving Enforcement Week.

The enforcement campaign will run over the next week, with deputies focusing specifically on distracted driving violations. Officials say drivers caught using their phones while driving are likely to be cited.

The effort reinforces Idaho Hands-Free Law, which prohibits drivers from holding or using a handheld cell phone while operating a vehicle—even when stopped at a red light or stop sign.

Under this law, drivers are not allowed to:

Use a device in any way that requires the use of their hands.

Hold a phone to talk

Text, email, or browse

Hands-free options are still permitted, including Bluetooth, headsets, voice commands, and GPS use if the device is properly mounted or voice-operated.

Penalties for violating the law can quickly increase. A first offense carries a $75 fine, a second offense rises to $150, and a third violation within three years can result in a $300 fine and a possible 90-day driver’s license suspension.

Law enforcement officials say distracted driving continues to be a major contributor to crashes. With more drivers on the road during the spring months, they stress the importance of staying focused behind the wheel. Even without snow and ice, construction zones and heavy traffic can create dangerous conditions if drivers aren’t paying attention.

Deputies say the goal of the increased enforcement is not just to issue citations, but to prevent crashes and keep everyone on the road safe.

Their message to drivers is simple: put the phone down—it can wait.

To stay up to date on our law enforcement and road conditions, visit the Idaho 511 website here.

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Woman, baby escape car that drove into pond

CNN Newsource on April 8, 2026

By KAKE News Staff

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    GREAT BEND, Kansas (KAKE) — Police in central Kansas say a woman and baby were not seriously hurt when a car drove into a pond over the weekend.

The incident happened at around 4:45 p.m. Saturday in the 4700 block of 10th Street in Great Bend, next to Credit Union of America. The police department said on Facebook that 911 callers said a vehicle had left the roadway and was submerged in a pond. Officers and the fire department responded.

They arrived to find the driver and infant passenger already out of the water. Police said a passerby had stopped to help them out of the pond. Other people stopped and assisted until first responders arrived.

GBPD said the woman and baby did not have serious injuries, but they were transported to a local hospital as a precaution.

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Board member of Chicago’s Ever restaurant accused of embezzling over $1.4 million from Michelin-starred eatery

CNN Newsource on April 8, 2026

By Sara Tenenbaum

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    CHICAGO (WBBM) — A board member for Michelin-starred Chicago restaurants Ever and After has been sued for allegedly embezzling more than $1.4 million for his own personal use.

The lawsuit, filed by Four Pillars Restaurant Group and Ever Restaurant Group in Cook County Circuit Court last week, accuses Aaron Gersonde of using his position as a board member not just to take the money, but then to manipulate their books and reporting to cover up his theft.

Ever was opened by renowned Chicago chef Curtis Duffy in 2020 in the West Loop. It has two Michelin stars and offers and eight- to 10-course tasting menus. Its sister cocktail bar, After, is located next door.

The lawsuit said Gersonde was responsible for monitoring and reporting on the company’s finances as part of his role as board member. The lawsuit said the role was not full-time, and that Gerasole was not entitled to any further payment, paid travel, clothing or house stipends, or other perks. His role did, however, give him access to Ever and After’s bank accounts, the lawsuit says.

The suit alleges Gerasole began embezzling money from the restaurants in 2022. Sometimes he abused the company credit card, the lawsuit says, and other times he allegedly made fraudulent payments, transfers and withdrawals directly from the company bank accounts.

In the lawsuit, the restaurant group claims Gerasole charged more than $1.4 million in unauthorized charges to his company American Express card, including more than $18,000 at Louis Vuitton and more than $10,000 at Burberry. He is also accused of spending tens of thousands more dollars in shopping sprees at Christian Dior, Enzo, Dolce & Gabbana, Alo Yoga, Lululemon, Christian Louboutin, Neiman Marcus and Tom Ford.

He is accused of buying a Breitling watch for more than $14,000; charging more than $33,000 at a strip club in Miami; spending more than $30,000 on flights and travel expenses with Delta Airlines and more than $28,000 in flights and expenses with United Airlines; spending nearly $200,000 for 2,075 purchases on Amazon; and spending more than $79,000 on Uber Eats in 1,219 separate charges.

The lawsuit accuses Gersonde of using company funds to pay rent for apartments in Atlanta and Denver belonging to his girlfriend – more than $43,000 in Denver between Aug. 2024 and May 2025 and over $56,000 in Atlanta between May and Nov. 2025 – and notes, “this list of Gersonde’s fraudulent real estate charges to the Company is not exhaustive.”

The lawsuit also accuses Gersonde of taking cash from company bank accounts and depositing it into his personal accounts, as well as making direct deposits from company accounts into his personal bank account. In some of those cases, the lawsuit alleges Gersonde used company funds to commit bank and wire fraud.

To hide what he was doing, the lawsuit claims Gersonde created fake profit and loss statements for the board and investors, and manipulated the company’s online QuickBooks records to hide the fraudulent charges.

The restaurant groups are now suing for more than $1 million in direct damages, as well as for punitive damages and attorneys fees and costs.

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Family receives free accessible bathroom for disabled son

CNN Newsource on April 8, 2026

By Danny Mata

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    PEYTON, Colorado (KRDO) — A local family is getting help for their son with Spina Bifida.

Karina Schroeder is a loving mom who does everything she can for her 18-year-old son, Adrian.

Adrian does things a little differently, and he needs help with things like showering. With the family’s bathtub design and Adrian getting bigger, it was tough for Karina to help.

“I’ve fallen. We didn’t have the right shower; not having the proper equipment – medical equipment – that we need,” Karina says. “I had to go to the hospital and get stitches in my head. I got like ten stitches. Adrian, not having the proper shower, he was getting injuries on his feet.”

That’s where Winds of Change Remodeling comes in. President David Thompson partnered with several local businesses and organizations to remodel the bathroom and make it more accessible for Adrian.

KRDO12 spoke to Thompson, who was fighting back tears while talking about the project.

“It’s not if, but when,” Thompson says. “And it’s more of a statement that we’re doing this and we’re gonna figure it out.”

Over the next couple of weeks, they got to work on remodeling. Now, it’s all finished. An easily accessible shower that will make life easier for Adrian and his family.

“I can say thank you a million times,” Karina says. “My heart is bursting with so much gratitude. I’m so thankful for this project; that it’s finally here.”

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Oyster farmers question the reopening of bays after oil spill

CNN Newsource on April 8, 2026

By Travers Mackel

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    TERREBONNE PARISH, Louisiana (WDSU) — Oyster farmers in Terrebonne Parish are questioning the state’s decision to reopen bays following a February oil spill, saying oil remains visible in their harvest areas.

At a packed meeting with the Louisiana Oyster Task Force, lifelong oyster farmer Brandon Hebert, who owns Brandon’s Quality Oysters in lower Terrebonne Parish, voiced his concerns to state health leaders.

“The state says they are safe, but I’m not eating them,” said Hebert.

Hebert shared videos of his harvest areas, showing oil still present.

The spill happened at the Louisiana Offshore Oil Port, about 18 miles offshore, releasing approximately 750 barrels of oil into the Gulf.

State leaders addressed the issue, citing their sampling results, but oystermen at the meeting said more needs to be done to clean up the oil.

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