Woman charged after baby suffocates at unlicensed at-home day care, complaint says

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    Minnesota (WCCO) — A Stearns County, Minnesota, woman is accused of second-degree manslaughter after a 3-month-old baby suffocated in her allegedly unlicensed at-home day care.

The criminal complaint says Stearns County deputies were called to a residence on the 39000 block of County Road 186 around 2:20 p.m. on Nov. 11. They found the 53-year-old woman providing CPR to the infant.

The woman said she had placed in him a pack-and-play and went to another room. She hadn’t heard from the baby in some time, and when she went to check on him, found him on his side with his face in a blanket, the complaint says. He was taken to the hospital, where he died. An autopsy determined his cause of death was suffocation due to an unsafe sleep environment.

The deputies noticed the pack-and-play was filled with blankets and a large pillow, which had a warning on it indicating it could be a suffocation hazard, court documents say.

The infant’s mother told deputies that she paid the woman $150 a week for four days of care. There was another infant in the home, whose parents paid the same amount, according to the complaint.

The woman said she had previously worked for a licensed day care center but had been providing at-home care for approximately 10 years. She confirmed she was an unlicensed provider, according to the charges.

The director of a facility that she had briefly worked for in 2013 said they had trained her on Sudden Infant Death Syndrome before she started work, the complaint says.

Minnesota law also requires licensed and legal unlicensed day care providers to complete training related to safe sleep environments and preventing SIDS.

According to the complaint, the woman had posted on Facebook in 2019 that she had an infant spot available for paid child care. Stearns County Human Services sent her a letter outlining scenarios in which a day care license would be required, the complaint says. The woman responded, saying she had a disability and was not running an unlicensed day care.

The woman is charged with two counts of second-degree manslaughter and one count of providing residential child care without a license, which is a misdemeanor.

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Man accused of killing coworker with sledgehammer found incompetent to stand trial

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By Riley Moser

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    Minnesota (WCCO) — A man accused of killing his coworker at a food and dairy processing facility in central Minnesota has been found incompetent to stand trial, according to the county attorney.

Daniel Delong, 41, was charged in Wright County with second-degree murder for killing 20-year-old Amber Czech on Nov. 11, 2025, at Advanced Process Technologies, located at 165 Swendra Blvd NE in Cokato, Minnesota.

Wright County Attorney Brian Lutes says a psychologist who examined Delong determined he “lacks the capacity to proceed to trial at this time due to mental illness.”

“Delong’s finding of incompetence is not the end of this case. I fully intend to prosecute Delong for the murder of Amber Czech,” Lutes said.

Delong will remain in custody, Lutes said, adding that he filed a petition to commit Delong as mentally ill and dangerous. If Delong is committed, he will go to a secure state hospital for treatment. A hearing regarding Delong’s commitment is set for May 21.

After treatment for mental illness, Lutes says Delong’s competency will be reassessed.

“I will do everything in my power to hold Delong accountable for the murder of Amber Czech,” Lutes said.

Delong was allegedly seen on surveillance video walking to Czech’s workstation, grabbing a sledgehammer from the workstation and swinging it multiple times at her.

According to charging documents, Delong later confessed to killing Czech. He told investigators that he didn’t like Czech and had planned on killing her for some time.

Lutes says he intends to seek a sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole for Delong if he is convicted.

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As icy conditions cause loons to crash land, experts share what to do if you come across one

CNN Newsource on April 7, 2026

By Nick Lunemann

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    Minnesota (WCCO) — As loons make their way back to Midwest lakes this spring, some are being forced out of the sky by dangerous weather conditions, leading to crash landings far from water.

Wildlife experts say the issue is caused by a mix of warm and cold air during migration. As loons fly through those layers, moisture can freeze on their wings, adding weight and making it difficult to stay airborne.

“Loons are very heavy bone birds, and they’re flying at their maximum capacity,” said Linda Grenzer, a conservationist with Loon Rescue Incorporated in Wisconsin.

When ice builds up, the birds can no longer maintain flight and are forced to land. In some cases, that results in what rescuers call a “fallout,” where multiple loons come down in the same area.

“We call it a fallout in certain areas where they’re flying over and they land on roads, fields,” Grenzer said.

Unlike many birds, loons are not built to take off from land. Their bodies are designed for water, which means a grounded loon may be stranded without help.

Experts say that while it may be tempting to step in, handling the bird yourself can cause serious harm.

“We don’t want citizens getting hurt, and we don’t want them to hurt the bird. If you do it wrong, you could break their wing or something,” said Sheila Johnston, a loon conservationist and educator on Gull Lake in Minnesota.

Instead, trained rescuers recommend contacting professionals who know how to safely handle and transport the bird.

“What we ask somebody to do is to give us a call. If somebody has a towel, a coat, a sheet, place it over the loon, entire loon, including the head, because those bills are very sharp,” Grenzer said.

A recent rescue south of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, shows how coordinated efforts can safely return loons to the water.

Organizations across Minnesota and Wisconsin have trained volunteers who respond to these calls, assess the bird’s condition, and transport it to a safe release location.

Anyone who finds a downed loon is urged to contact trained rescuers rather than attempting to move the bird themselves.

For more information on loon rescue assistance, see the links below:

Minnesota Loon Rescue Wildlife Rehab and Release The Loon Project Loon Rescue Incorporated (Wisconsin)

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Bernice King reflects on father’s legacy at MLK Jr. wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta: “It never gets easier”

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    ATLANTA, Georgia (WUPA) — Beneath the weight of history and memory, Atlanta paused this weekend to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 58 years after his assassination.

At the King Center’s Freedom Plaza on Auburn Avenue, members of the King family gathered Saturday afternoon for the annual wreath-laying ceremony — a moment of remembrance that continues to draw reflection, urgency, and renewed calls to action.

But this year, the message carried a deeply personal tone.

In an exclusive interview with CBS News Atlanta, Dr. Bernice King — CEO of The King Center and the youngest daughter of Dr. King — described the day not just as ceremonial, but as a continued charge to the nation.

“It’s really a day of reflection for us,” King said. “We remember the untimely assassination of our father… but also the mandates he left behind.”

The wreath-laying marks the anniversary of April 4, 1968 — the day Dr. King was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee. For the King family, Bernice King says the grief has never faded — and neither has the responsibility.

“It never gets easier,” she said. “In fact, it gets harder the older I get… We have to make sure every generation understands we can’t let up.”

That sense of urgency echoed throughout the ceremony, as family members and attendees reflected on Dr. King’s philosophy of nonviolence, a principle Bernice King says remains one of his greatest contributions to the world.

“Nonviolence helps us to live together… helps us to keep from destroying each other,” she said.

A message for today’s America

While rooted in remembrance, the ceremony also pointed directly at the present.

Bernice King spoke about ongoing inequality, global conflict, and social division — framing them as proof that her father’s work remains unfinished.

She emphasized the need for organization, coordination, and collective action to confront what she described as forces undermining democracy and human dignity.

“We’ve got work to do,” she said. “We have to organize, mobilize, and push back against injustice and inequity.”

From remembrance to responsibility

For many in attendance, the ceremony served as both a tribute and a reminder — that Dr. King’s vision of the “Beloved Community” is still a work in progress.

Bernice King says that’s exactly how her father intended it.

“Freedom is never really won,” she said, echoing her mother Coretta Scott King. “You earn it and win it in every generation.”

As the wreath was laid and silence fell over Freedom Plaza, the moment underscored a reality Atlanta knows well: this is not just history — it’s inheritance.

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DNA technology leads to arrest in 2014 Oxnard stabbing death of Labh Nigah

KEYT on April 7, 2026

Andrew Gillies

OXNARD, Calif. (KEYT) – Over ten years after the murder of Labh Nigah in Sierra Linda Park, investigators announced the arrest of 32-year-old Jose Antonio Jimenez in connection Monday.

Labh Nigah. Image courtesy of the Oxnard Police Department.

On the morning of Nov. 13, 2014, the 55-year-old father and local convenience store clerk was fatally stabbed at Sierra Linda Park after dropping his son off at school.

According to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office, police responded to a call of a battery at the park and officers located Nigah with stab wounds alongside a walking path.

Location of the fatal stabbing in Sierra Linda Park nearby Sierra Linda Elementary courtesy of the Oxnard Police Department.

Despite lifesaving attempts at the scene, the 55-year-old was declared dead at the scene and his death was eventually ruled a homicide shared the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office.

New DNA technology used by the Federal Bureau of Investigation helped to develop new leads years after the attack.

On April 2 of this year, detectives served a search warrant at an Oxnard residence and on Monday, April 6, 2026, Oxnard Police shared that the advancements in DNA testing led them to arrest 32-year-old Jose Antonio Jimenez who lived nearby to the Nigah family at the time of the murder.

Mr. Nigah’s daughters Harleen and Arshneel also met with local members of the media regarding the announcement of the arrest.

They explained that their father embodied the American dream and his loss happed when both of the now-adult women were still in high school.

Dealing with the loss of her father, “hasn’t gotten any easier” despite the years since his death shared Arshneel Kaur Monday.

She explained that his memory still drives her as a personal mantra, “How can I make him prouder than I already have.”

His eldest daughter Harleen noted the her father taught her, “Be modest, humble and hardworking” and she has carried this message while growing up without him.

Police stated Monday that the killing was a random act of violence and Jimenez, who was 20 at the time of the murder, has now been arraigned on a felony charge of murder.

Jose Antonio Jimenez. Image courtesy of the Oxnard Police Department.

“This was an ambush and a brutal crime committed in broad daylight against a completely unsuspecting victim,” said Ventura County District Attorney Nasarenko. “While nothing can undo the harm caused to Mr. Nigah’s family, the arrest and filing of charges represents an important step toward accountability. This case is a testament to the unwavering commitment of our law enforcement partners and the power of advancing forensic technology to deliver justice, no matter how much time has passed.”

Jimenez is next due in court on April 28 and he remains in custody on a $1 million bail shared the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office.

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Atlanta Mayor calls for safe hangouts and parents to help as teen takeovers rise across the city

CNN Newsource on April 7, 2026

By Kaley Fedko

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    ATLANTA, Georgia (WUPA) — “Teen takeovers” are leading to multiple arrests across metro Atlanta and the surrounding counties.

Now, government leaders are stepping in to try to stop them.

“Teen Takeover” has been labeled by leaders as an organized meet-up where large groups of teens and young adults flood a single location.

While some show up just to hang out, officials say these events are increasingly turning chaotic with fights, property damage, and in some cases arrests.

In Gwinnett County, police released body camera video that shows dozens of teens running through the Gwinnett County Mall on March 28 as officers move in, which led to the arrest of two adults and seven juveniles.

The video is a generally standard depiction of what teen takeovers have been looking like, also happening at Atlantic Station, the Battery, and the Beltline.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens says the city is working on a solution, meeting with teens directly, and investing $50K into what he’s calling a “third space” for teens to safely hang out.

That could look like an arcade, a rec center, or even an alcohol-free club.

“To the teens, know your environment. Don’t go somewhere you’re unfamiliar with, thinking that this is just some fun,” Mayor Dickens said. “You don’t know if these other guys got another reason to be at this event where you could be caught in the crossfire, so we’re providing safe spaces where we know you’re gonna have a good time.”

It’s not just the city; local nonprofits are also stepping in and offering structured programs to keep kids safe this spring break.

Stone Mountain nonprofit Be Someone Inc. is holding a Teen Turnaround camp Apr. 6-10 to also engage teens in alternative solutions and activities such as chess.

Mayor Dickens is also calling on parents to step in and do their part, pay attention, and to know where their kids are.

“If you’re dropping off your kid to a spot at midnight, you’ve broken the law,” Dickens said. “You’ve introduced them to breaking the law, and that’s just not good parenthood. We are doing all these things as the government, and as these nonprofit and, as these organizations, but the parents need to do the first part.”

Eight jurisdictions in Atlanta are on spring break this week. Mayor Dickens said he met with all of them to discuss solutions.

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Golf’s biggest stage: The Masters returns to Augusta National

CNN Newsource on April 7, 2026

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    AUGUSTA, Georgia (WUPA) — The Masters is underway in Augusta, drawing tens of thousands of fans for one of golf’s most exclusive events each year.

“First class unbelievable,” said a fan visiting Augusta National.

For many, just getting through the gates is a story in itself. Tickets to the Masters Tournament are among the hardest to get in sports. A lottery system and long waiting lists mean some people wait years for the chance to attend.

Each day, attendance is capped at around 40,000 patrons, creating a controlled but energetic atmosphere across the course. Fans move from hole to hole, gathering around fairways and greens to catch a glimpse of the world’s top golfers.

The tournament, which dates back to 1934, has built a reputation not just for elite competition, but for the overall experience. Many fans say the traditions set it apart from other sporting events.

“Oh the lack of cell phones… the fact that you just get the experience and live in the moment, talk to people, meeting new people,” said another fan.

That policy, which restricts cell phone use on the course, is one of the most talked-about aspects of the event. Fans said it creates a rare environment where people are fully engaged in what is happening around them.

Food is also part of the experience, with simple menu items becoming fan favorites over the years.

“I have a pimento cheese sandwich… something so simple, but somehow they make it out of this world,” said another attendee.

For many, the Masters is more than just a golf tournament. It is a bucket list experience shaped by tradition, limited access and a setting unlike anywhere else in sports.

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107-year-old World War II veteran honored at Massachusetts State House

CNN Newsource on April 7, 2026

By Mike Sullivan

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    BOSTON, Massachusetts (WJZ) — A 107-year-old World War II veteran was honored by Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey during a special flag presentation at the State House on Monday. Arthur Rose survived Pearl Harbor and was at the Battle of Normandy. “I said I didn’t want to be there, but as long as I am OK now, I am glad that I was,” said Rose.

He was an engineer officer making sure the landing craft tanks (LCTs) and their engines were operational. The LCTs were boats that transported tanks to the beaches of Normandy.

“After they landed, and they had the beach and they were inland, we went down to the beach,” said Rose, before joking, “I suppose there are stories I could tell, but I can’t remember them.”

The centenarian doesn’t drive but says he does maintain an active driver’s license having passed the test. He credits his longevity to his genes, saying his father lived past 100 as well. Governor Healey got a chuckle out of Rose as she joked about his age while presenting him with a gift for his service.

“When you get to be 107, you don’t know what to give people,” said Governor Healey.

Rose grew up in North Dakota but has been living in Boston. He was given a police escort from his home to the State House. It was there that he was presented with a flag that was flown above the State House in his honor.

“I grew up in a small town in North Dakota, and if somebody told me I would be with the governor on my 107th year, I’d say well you’re a little bit batty,” said Rose.

He’s not done either. Rose’s niece told WBZ that he will be heading to France to accept their Legion of Honour award.

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Man stabbed dog that attacked him in Blue Hills Reservation, State Police say

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By Samantha Chaney

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    BOSTON, Massachusetts (WBZ) — Milton residents are voicing safety concerns in the Blue Hills Reservation after Massachusetts State Police say a man stabbed a dog that allegedly attacked him.

“It doesn’t feel great to know that a dog was harmed or that someone has a potentially dangerous weapon in a place where children, families, and other dogs and people congregate,” said resident Alison Lowitz.

The incident happened Monday morning on Blue Hill River Road near Houghton’s Pond.

“I don’t think it’s ever an easy situation or black and white of who did what wrong. Everyone is just trying to protect themselves,” added another resident Sophie Boucher.

While Lowitz questioned the man’s response, saying, “People react in all different ways, but I don’t think pulling a knife is the correct way to respond to that.”

Boucher, emphasized human safety saying, “Humans have to be the first concern because at the end of the day, an animal is an animal, and a human is a human.”

Although signs throughout the reservation prohibit unleashed dogs, State Police say the dog was off leash at the time of the incident, and visitors say it’s common.

“Well, it depends if the dog is aggressive or not,” said Gabbi Rios.

“Sometimes I let my dog run around, but after hearing that story, I probably won’t be doing that anymore,” added her father, Simon.

For some, the incident highlights broader safety concerns around the park.

“It’s definitely concerning that dogs are off leash and that owners either can’t maintain well enough to keep them in control and right next to their bodies,” Boucher said.

“If somebody had to pull a knife out and hurt the dog, it’s another reminder why we should be using leashes,” Simon added.

According to Massachusetts State Police, both the man and the dog are expected to be OK. The dog was taken to a nearby veterinary clinic for treatment.

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Man stabbed dog that attacked him in Blue Hills Reservation, State Police say

CNN Newsource on April 7, 2026

By Samantha Chaney

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    BOSTON, Massachusetts (WBZ) — Milton residents are voicing safety concerns in the Blue Hills Reservation after Massachusetts State Police say a man stabbed a dog that allegedly attacked him.

“It doesn’t feel great to know that a dog was harmed or that someone has a potentially dangerous weapon in a place where children, families, and other dogs and people congregate,” said resident Alison Lowitz.

The incident happened Monday morning on Blue Hill River Road near Houghton’s Pond.

“I don’t think it’s ever an easy situation or black and white of who did what wrong. Everyone is just trying to protect themselves,” added another resident Sophie Boucher.

While Lowitz questioned the man’s response, saying, “People react in all different ways, but I don’t think pulling a knife is the correct way to respond to that.”

Boucher, emphasized human safety saying, “Humans have to be the first concern because at the end of the day, an animal is an animal, and a human is a human.”

Although signs throughout the reservation prohibit unleashed dogs, State Police say the dog was off leash at the time of the incident, and visitors say it’s common.

“Well, it depends if the dog is aggressive or not,” said Gabbi Rios.

“Sometimes I let my dog run around, but after hearing that story, I probably won’t be doing that anymore,” added her father, Simon.

For some, the incident highlights broader safety concerns around the park.

“It’s definitely concerning that dogs are off leash and that owners either can’t maintain well enough to keep them in control and right next to their bodies,” Boucher said.

“If somebody had to pull a knife out and hurt the dog, it’s another reminder why we should be using leashes,” Simon added.

According to Massachusetts State Police, both the man and the dog are expected to be OK. The dog was taken to a nearby veterinary clinic for treatment.

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