Teen in prior Kenosha school scare arrested for new TikTok threats

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

By Mariana La Roche

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    KENOSHA, Wisconsin (WISN) — The Kenosha Police Department detained a 15-year-old after the Federal Bureau of Investigation flagged a TikTok post that investigators said referenced a school shooting and included the message, “December 16th, its going down.”

According to police, the teen was detained and taken to the police department as officers continued the investigation. While at the police department, the juvenile lunged at an officer and attempted to disarm him, the statement said.

Police said a search of the teen’s phone found he conducted an internet search to determine whether Kenosha’s KTEC school would be open on Dec. 16, the same date as the anniversary of the Madison school shooting.

Officials also said the teen is the same person detained in 2024 after an incident at Roosevelt Elementary School in which staff reported a teen entered the school carrying a duffle bag believed to contain firearms.

Kenosha police said they will forward a request for charges to the Kenosha County District Attorney’s Office for terroristic threats, attempt to disarm a peace officer and resisting arrest.

“The prevention of this potential tragedy was only made possible due to our investments and partnerships within our standardized school threat assessment procedures.” Kenosha Chief Patrick Patton said. “Our commitment is simple and unwavering: protect our children, support our school campuses, follow facts where they may lead, and to communicate responsibly and transparently with you.”

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Pilot has minor injuries after small plane crashes in canal near Tracy, officials say

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

By Lindsay Weber

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    SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY, California (KCRA) — A small plane crashed near Tracy on Monday afternoon, according to the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office.

Crews responded to the crash just before 3:30 p.m. near South Chrisman and West Linne roads.

The sheriff’s office said the plane had a single occupant. The South San Joaquin County Fire Authority said the pilot had only minor injuries.

The fire authority said the pilot landed the aircraft safely before it came to rest with the nose of the plane dipping into an irrigation ditch.

Officials said crews will remain on scene for some time to contain a small fuel leak.

No roads are closed in the area where the plane crashed, officials said, and traffic is not impacted.

It’s not clear what led up to the crash.

KCRA has reached out to the Federal Aviation Administration for more information.

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Ames man accused of sexual exploitation after messaging officer posing as child

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

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    AMES, Iowa (KCCI) — An Iowa man is in custody after police say he tried to pay a police officer posing as a child for sex.

John Sprecher, 49, of Ames, used the Telegram app to send messages and calls to an officer posing as a 12-year-old, according to court records.

Sprecher is charged with sexual exploitation of a minor and soliciting commercial sexual activity.

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‘They are living in fear’: Baltimore County councilman introduces bill to protect immigrants

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

By Barry Simms

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    TOWSON, Maryland (WBAL) — Two bills now before the Baltimore County Council are designed to protect immigrants.

The councilman who introduced the bills during a legislative session on Monday said he did it because he was moved by his faith.

Baltimore County Councilman Izzy Patoka, D-District 2, said immigrant neighbors aren’t just part of the community, they are the community.

With the bills, Patoka hopes to protect immigrants in the county and reduce fear of encounters with ICE and other federal officers.

“Right now, in Baltimore County, they are living in fear, afraid to go to places of worship, afraid to go to work. Children sometimes don’t go to school,” Patoka said.

The bills call for protection from discrimination and unauthorized immigration enforcement by county employees, departments and agencies. They also call for due process under law and advocacy by creating an Office of Immigrant Affairs in the County Executive’s Office.

Patoka said the memorandum of understanding signed between Baltimore County and the federal government sparked the legislation.

The county signed an agreement with the Department of Homeland Security. In October, the DOJ removed Baltimore County from its list of designated sanctuary jurisdictions.

In response to the bills, the County Executive’s Office said, in part: “Baltimore County’s immigrant communities are an important part of who we are and a vital part of our economy, culture, and neighborhoods. As these pieces of legislation move forward, we will review them and continue working with the County Council to ensure our policies continue to serve the best interests of all Baltimore County residents.”

Not everyone is for the legislation, though.

“Sanctuary status or anything like that would defy federal immigration enforcement and invite chaos, and by refusing to cooperate with the feds, we risk losing $500 million in federal funding,” said Tim Fazenbaker, a Dundalk resident.

Patoka pushed back.

“In my experience, the two extreme emotions we have are love and hate, and I’m going to move forward with these two bills with love — and push back on hate,” Patoka said.

There will be two work sessions for the bills in January. The final reading and vote is Feb. 2.

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Parents recall terror, relief after 33 children, 5 staff escape Yukon day care fire caused by crash

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

By Alyse Jones

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    YUKON, Oklahoma (KOCO) — Parents shared their stories of relief after 33 children and five staff members escaped a day care that caught fire Friday.

The fire happened at La Petite in Yukon, near South Mustang Road and West Reno, after a car crashed into the building. Some parents, who were on the way to pick up their children, saw smoke fill the air.

“Our hearts dropped when we saw the smoke and realized what was happening,” Blane Shallenberger, a parent, said.

The fire left holes in the roof, a fence blocking the entrance and it caused the business to close indefinitely. On Monday, parents said they have found childcare replacements.

“It’s hard not to cry, because I remember the way my heart sank,” Jordann Williams, a parent, said.

Panic and fear filled the area until parents saw rows of children waiting in a nearby field. Everyone inside made it out safely.

“Obviously, relief is the biggest emotion I felt. Relief that everyone was OK, and he was OK,” Shallenberger said.

Since that terrifying moment, the day care and the families have been trying to find a place for their children to go.

“We would love to help the families as much as possible. We are opening our doors,” Jana Westberry, owner of Step into Learning, said.

Step into Learning is another childcare center in the area. Westberry said they have stepped up, waiving December fees for families searching for childcare.

“We are praying for that community, and we are there for them however we can stand in the gap,” Westberry said.

Parents told KOCO on Monday that La Petite has been in constant communication, helping them find childcare.

La Petite posted on social media, thanking the first responders, community and everyone who has helped them since the fire. They said next week will determine the next steps for the location.

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Court documents: Man confesses to killing girlfriend in OKC because she mentioned another man’s name

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

By Chantelle Navarro

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    OKLAHOMA CITY (KOCO) — A 21-year-old man confessed to Oklahoma City police that he shot his girlfriend, Andrea Leete, after she mentioned another man’s name while they were sitting in a car.

On Dec. 5, multiple law enforcement agencies responded to a call at Lorraine Thomas Park, where they found 22-year-old Leete shot multiple times. Caleb Davila admitted to police that he shot Leete, leading to her death from multiple gunshot wounds.

Officers said she was still alive at the scene.

According to a newly filed arrest affidavit, Davila was sitting in a car with Leete when she mentioned another man. He asked who the person was and demanded to see her phone, but she refused and asked him to get out of her vehicle.

Davila told detectives he “got angry and blacked out,” admitting that he “ruined his life and hers.” He was unsure whether he shot her inside or outside the car.

After the shooting, Davila ran away, called his mom, and she picked him up about a mile down the road near Southwest 24th and Brookline. Davila then took his mom’s car, leaving her on the road, and he led police on a chase.

When they finally caught up with him, he had the gun in the car with him.

Davila is facing charges of first-degree murder and endangering others while eluding police.

Leete was taken to the hospital, where she died from her injuries.

Davila’s next court date has not been set yet, and he is in jail on a $10 million bond.

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Toddler dead after dad fell asleep with her in hot tub, Osceola deputies say

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

By Madilyn Destefano

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    OSCEOLA COUNTY, Florida (WESH) — A 1-year-old was found unresponsive in a hot tub Saturday just after 3:30 a.m., according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.

Osceola County deputies and Osceola County Fire Rescue responded to a home off Nice Court in Kissimmee.

The 20-month-old toddler, Azariah Hough, appeared to have drowned in the hot tub, the OCSO said.

The home was listed as an Airbnb, and a family from Washington, D.C., was staying at the residence.

The toddler was transported to Advent Health Celebration, and she was pronounced dead just after 4:30 a.m., the OCSO said.

The father, 33-year-old Reynard Tyrone Hough, told detectives he was with his child in the hot tub and fell asleep with her in his arms. When he woke up, the child was unresponsive, he told the OCSO.

“It’s very hard losing a niece this way and then we have so much hurt for my brother because he’s just so distraught and tore up,” said Angel Hough, his sister.

WESH 2 spoke exclusively with Hough’s sister, brother and mother from Washington, D.C.

They are all heartbroken by this loss and grieving the loss of Azariah.

“She will be missed, and especially just seeing her little butt running around. I just can’t believe it’s almost Christmas and this happened,” said Angel Hough.

Detectives determined the father was neglectful in the death of his daughter, and he was arrested for child neglect with great bodily harm.

Hough told detectives he was drinking that night, and police say alcohol likely contributed to his falling asleep. Hough also ingested two different narcotics before getting into the water with his daughter, he told detectives.

“I feel bad for this mom and dad; they were devastated and they had another 6-month-old child at the home. We do know that watching two small kids can be challenging,” said Capt. Kim Montes, with the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office.

The charge of aggravated manslaughter of a child was added Sunday.

Hough appeared in court Monday and was issued no bond. He remains in custody at the Osceola County Jail. His next scheduled hearing is set for Friday.

The incident remains under investigation.

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Florida anglers set 18 saltwater fishing records in 2025, including 12 youth achievements

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

By Derrick Shaw

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    FLORIDA (WBBH) — Anglers across Florida made waves this year with 18 new saltwater fishing records approved through the state’s official recognition program, driven largely by a standout showing from youth participants.

According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, youth anglers claimed 12 of the records in 2025, while adult fishermen and women accounted for six. The program’s growth follows the addition of new Adult and Youth Length and Youth All-Tackle categories last year.

Among the adult accomplishments, Nathanial Campbell set an All-Tackle record with a 27.6-pound yellow jack caught while spearfishing.

Other adult standouts included Carl Caradonna’s 40-inch snook, which surpassed a previous record set earlier in the year, and Billy Ray Pierce’s 6.74-pound red porgy.

Renee Knight and Watson Eugene Wilson also earned length records for snook and red drum, respectively.

Youth standout Julia Bernstein was responsible for five of the 12 youth records, securing top catches in both length and all-tackle categories for species including permit, vermilion snapper and blackfin tuna. Her mutton snapper record, however, was topped later in the year by Jeremiah Pelequin II’s 15.7-pound catch.

The year ended with more shakeups in the Youth All-Tackle category, including Chase Curry’s 3.7-pound spotted seatrout, which bested an earlier record by Cash Ward.

Additional youth record-setters included Theo Zellers with a sheepshead, Harrison Farshid with a black sea bass, Carson Atcheson with a tripletail and Brandon Canedy with a Spanish mackerel.

“It has been so exciting to see anglers of all ages taking advantage of these opportunities in the Fishing Capital of the World,” said Jessica McCawley, director of the Division of Marine Fisheries Management. “The participation we have seen from both adults and youth setting these records really emphasizes the passion Florida has for fishing.”

Despite the banner year, officials said many categories remain open. There are currently two vacant Adult Length records and several Youth All-Tackle openings.

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North Naples woman found guilty of using cast-iron microphone stand to kill roommate

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

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    NORTH NAPLES, Florida (WBBH) — A woman was found guilty of killing her roommate with a heavy metal object during an argument inside a North Naples home in 2019, a Collier County jury decided Friday after a four-day trial.

According to the State Attorney’s Office, Amanda Cook was convicted of second-degree murder for bludgeoning her roommate with a 9-pound cast-iron microphone stand.

The incident happened inside a residence the two shared, and authorities said Cook ran to her mother’s nearby home after the attack. Her mother later called 911 after the two returned to the scene.

Investigators with the Collier County Sheriff’s Office said the victim’s DNA was found on the base of the microphone stand, while Cook’s fingerprint and DNA were located near the top and above the base. A medical examiner testified the victim’s injuries were consistent with those seen in high-impact car crashes.

Sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 22.

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Father charged after toddler found unresponsive in Central Florida hot tub

CNN Newsource on December 17, 2025

By Danielle Scruggs

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    KISSIMMEE, Florida (WPBF) — An investigation is underway after a 20-month-old girl was found unresponsive in a hot tub Saturday in Kissimmee.

According to our Hearst sister station WESH 2 in Orlando, it happened around 3:30 a.m. at a home off Nice Court.

Deputies with the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office said the child appeared to have drowned in the hot tub.

Authorities said the home was listed as an Airbnb, and a family from Washington, D.C., was staying there at the time.

Her father, 33-year-old Reynard Tyrone Hough, told detectives he was with his child in the hot tub and fell asleep with her in his arms. He told them she was unresponsive when he woke up.

The toddler was taken to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead just after 4:30 a.m.

After further investigation, detectives determined that Hough was neglectful in the death of his daughter and was arrested for child neglect with great bodily harm.

He was charged the next day with aggravated manslaughter of a child.

He remains in custody at the Osceola County Jail.

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