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    FORT WORTH, Texas (KTVT) — Regina Allen becomes visibly shaken when she starts to speak about what happened in her yard on April 12.

She said Fort Worth police were on Purington Avenue searching for someone on the ground and in the air. The 50-year-old wife, mother and grandmother said when she went to alert officers about the mental state of an elderly neighbor, she suddenly found herself in pain.

“I saw a flash of fur and next thing I know I was on the ground,” Allen said.

The surveillance system at her home captured Allen walking down her steps out of the edge of her yard, pointing. There is no audio. As quickly as she points in the video, Allen raises both hands in the air, but it does not stop a dog from leaping onto her left shoulder. In the video, she falls down.

“I was screaming for help. The officers couldn’t even get him off,” she said.

Her son, who is also on the video, and the police make their way over to the Fort Worth woman, where it’s hard to see what happens in the next minute or so in the video.

“I stayed still and calm because it was ripping back and forth on the back of my arm and I didn’t want more damage,” Allen said. “And all I could hear was screaming, not just my screaming, the police screaming. They were all trying to get the dog and it wasn’t listening.”

The timestamp on the video shows police were in the neighborhood before Allen took her first stop off her porch at 9:21 p.m. Allen said the K-9’s sharp teeth on her left shoulder were unyielding to any word or command.

“So, from what I do understand, they had to use a baton to either jab it in the throat or stick it in its mouth to get it finally off of me. And it was just torture,” she said.

Her husband, Thomas Fisher, said he was sleeping for an early morning shift when he woke up to a nightmare.

“When somebody tells you your wife just got attacked by a police dog, that’s one thing you just don’t, you don’t expect,” Fisher said.

His wife was rushed to the hospital with nine puncture wounds when the dog finally let go. They she got 19 stitches on Sunday night, only to return to the hospital five days later, infected and septic.

The couple said they left the scene with no true sense of what provoked the attack.

“The only thing I got out of him was admission that he thought he had the dog on a leash and didn’t. But kind of really no sympathy, no kind of apology that I heard,” Fisher said.

CBS News Texas asked Fort Worth Police to provide basic information about their April 12 presence on Purington Avenue, share if a suspect was apprehended, and provide the policy for K-9 officers. Officers directed us to their records department, where a basic report shows an injured person at Allen’s address at midnight.

“Unfortunately, in a situation like this, we’re left with more questions than answers,” Blerim Elmazi said.

The couple hired Blerim and Ardian Elmazi, but there is no lawsuit. The attorneys have sought access to public information content, like body cameras. They said their request has been forwarded to the Attorney General’s Office for review.

“I think the law regarding police canines hasn’t really caught up with the law surrounding ordinary canines in terms of liability,” Elmazi said.

The couple has also filed an internal affairs complaint about the incident. They said it’s the only time they’ve spoken to someone from Fort Worth since the incident happened.

“Radio silence. And we honestly don’t even know if that dog and that handler are still working,” Allen said.

Her granddaughter knew she would be speaking with CBS News Texas. She sent grandma with “Tigey,” the bobcat, part of a stuffed animal collection Allen buys when they go to the zoo.

Her time in Fort Worth may be on the clock. Allen wants to start over because she said the memories are fresh and painful.

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    CHICAGO (WBBM) — If you attended Pokémon Go Fest in Grant Park over the weekend, you were not alone. The event was a such a huge hit, it broke attendance records.

More than 103,000 tickets were sold for the three-day event and the “trainers” caught more than 14 million Pokémon in Grant Park alone.

The event broke the North American attendance record.

There was exclusive game play and events throughout the city, including partnerships with the White Sox, the Field Museum and the Lincoln Park Zoo.

The Pokémon Go app celebrates its 10-year anniversary in July.

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    MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A north Minneapolis middle school principal gave his students something positive to cheer for on Monday after his winning appearance on “Wheel of Fortune” aired nationwide.

Dr. William Campbell, principal of Olson Middle School, won $63,000 on the game show. Days after the episode aired, students gathered at school for a watch party to see their principal take a spin on national television.

Campbell said the moment meant more than the money.

“Eight to 10 million people heard Olson Middle School, home of the Panthers,” Campbell said. “Typically, when we report on schools, it’s some of the unfortunate things that happen. So for me, as the principal papa, I am excited that our school gets some positive press.”

Campbell said he has watched “Wheel of Fortune” for most of his life. He recorded an audition tape in his living room on New Year’s Day and was later invited to California to tape the show.

One person he wishes could have seen the episode was his mother, who died last fall. Campbell said she was a lifelong fan of the show.

“She would have been proud,” Campbell said. “She loves that show, and I’m sure she would have been excited to see her boy on TV.”

At Olson, Campbell used the watch party as a lesson for students about taking chances.

“I think the most important lesson is being risk takers,” Campbell said. “Being on Wheel of Fortune is a risk. Auditioning is a risk.”

Campbell said he wants students to remember that lesson beyond the game show.

“In life, you got to take risks and take chances because you will miss every shot you don’t take,” he said.

Campbell said much of the prize money will go toward retirement.

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    MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — After years of public debate and planning, construction began Monday morning on the redevelopment of George Floyd Square in Minneapolis.

Crews were out early Monday replacing underground sewer and water lines. The 38th Street and Chicago Avenue intersection will be closed to traffic through late 2027, according to the city.

The area under development includes 38th Street from Park Avenue to 10th Avenue and Chicago Avenue from 37th Street to 39th Street.

The project manager said work on those streets hasn’t been done in more than 60 years.

“George Floyd Square came to be the first brick and mortar home of Big L’s Soul Food and Steakhouse,” said Larry Robinson.

Two months ago, Robinson moved his soul food business from a food truck to the corner of 38th and Chicago. He knew construction would make things trickier, but he’s still confident customers will find him.

“For the most part, it’s something that probably needs to be done. So, we’ve just got to figure out how to go with the punches,” said Robinson.

Phase one of the $15 million project involves replacing underground water and sewer lines.

“Above ground, new asphalt, new sidewalk, new bike facility will be added for both legs of the project,” said Adam Hayo, project manager for the city.

Hayow said two of the fists will be relocated during street work, but the garden and center face at 38th and Chicago will not be impacted this year.

In December, the Minneapolis City Council approved a plan backed by Mayor Jacob Frey that permits transit access through the square, and allows the intersection to be closed for public gatherings.

The project also expands space for memorials and art, includes green space and adds a bikeway along the street. No vehicle traffic will cross the location where Floyd was murdered more than six years ago.

“Local access to businesses, to homes, to George Floyd Square will be opened and maintained, this summer,” said Hayow.

But in recent days, people living around 38th and Chicago said they’re concerned they will have to foot the bill for this project.

“I think emotions are running pretty high in the neighborhood,” said Lane Brown.

Brown is with the Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization, or CANDO. She said 84 properties in the area received a special assessment to help pay for the work.

“Some to the tune of $47,000,” said Brown.

Brown believes Floyd’s murder at 38th and Chicago impacted the entire city, meaning it shouldn’t just fall on neighbors here to pay for upgrades.

“We can’t shoulder another financial burden,” said Brown. “My hope is that displacement doesn’t happen. That’s the biggest fear right now.”

On Thursday, The Minneapolis city council is expected to discuss and potentially vote on the special assessments.

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    WOODBURY, Minnesota (WCCO) — Twenty minutes, twice a week — that’s the promise behind The Exercise Coach, where artificial intelligence and robotics are helping people rethink what a workout can look like.

“We always start with a leg press, and we get a really good workout on those hamstrings, the quads, the glutes,” said Erica Bennett, trainer at The Exercise Coach.

The workouts are designed for all ages and fitness levels, but many clients are 40 and older. That’s where maintaining strength, balance and muscle mass often becomes a bigger focus.

The proprietary “Exerbotic” machines first measure your strength and range of motion.

“The machine will then use that to create the workout for you, so that you are always spending the most time under tension and the right amount for you,” said Bennett.

The goal is to keep muscles working continuously while the machine adjusts resistance and movement by staying within the lines of the digital graph above you.

“That’s reducing some of that wear and tear on the joints. That’s creating a little bit of a safer experience, especially for somebody who’s looking at some age-related muscle loss,” said Bennett.

Owner Chris Geiser says the technology is what first caught his attention.

“I love data, I love systems, and this had both of those, but also allowed us to help transform people’s lives, have an impact on their health,” said Geiser.

While the tech drives the workout, every session is still guided by a coach.

The workout may be short, but it doesn’t feel easy.

The studio also incorporates balance and cognitive training to help clients maintain stability and coordination as they age.

“We don’t need to accept a casual decline of muscle mass. We can keep it up with the right level of intensity and the right frequency,” said Geiser.

For anyone who’s fallen out of an exercise routine, Geiser has a simple invitation.

“You might be surprised what your body can still do. We invite you to give it a shot,” he said.

The Exercise Coach studio at 8425 Seasons Parkway in Woodbury, Minnesota, opens Friday.

One-on-one coach-led training is $35 to 45 dollars per session.

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    GENOLA, Utah (KSL) — Sheriff’s deputies on Monday said they were hoping to get to the bottom of a cattle theft that took place on land near the Goshen Bay and White Lake area.

According to Sgt. Ray Ormond with the Utah County Sheriff’s Office, four cows and four calves were stolen around May 25, and the calves still had not been located.

Meanwhile, the rancher said his company was preparing to post a $10,000 reward in the case.

“We’re pushing hard, going to try to bust these people,” said Alan Steele, a fifth-generation cattleman. “If we do, I think justice will take it from there.”

Steele said he first learned of the problem from a friend, who recognized the brand on four cows that turned up near him.

“He says, ‘I’ve got four cows of yours in my corral — you better come look,'” said Steele during an interview Monday evening with KSL. “I have a white tag that identifies them — my brand on them and stuff — and they’d cut the tags out of the ears. They were all tight-bagged. The one was squirting milk — she was so tight.”

He said the calves had not yet been branded and have not been found.

“What kind of ring we have here, where the calves went — who knows,” Steele said.

Steele and Ormond acknowledged cattle “rustling” still happens from time to time, even in 2026, and possibly more than anyone realizes.

“This rancher has said that he has had cattle taken before but just hasn’t reported it,” Ormond said. “It does make me wonder how many of these ranchers are having this happen to them and they’re just not reporting it because they don’t know what can be done.”

Steele said he had heard anecdotally that another neighboring rancher had two calves turn up missing this spring, and he and his brother each lost a bull last year.

The rancher estimated a $10,000 financial loss from the four missing calves.

“Calves are something that can be around for a long time, generationally potentially, and producing offspring, so that’s something this rancher has to take into account for his livelihood,” Ormond said.

Ormond said livestock theft by statute is a felony and with the values involved the theft could amount to a second-degree felony.

“Back in the old days they’d just shoot ’em right on the spot or hang ’em,” said Steele, who noted his family had been raising cattle “ever since they pulled the handcarts into Goshen Valley.”

Ormond urged anyone with information or who noticed anyone loading cattle in the Goshen Bay and White Lake area or dropping off cattle near the Little Sahara area to contact Central Dispatch at 801-798-5600 and ask to speak with a Utah County Sheriff’s deputy about case 26UC07158.

“The more these cattle get worth, the more it’s going to happen,” Steele said. “I think it’s important to get these guys, get ’em caught and let justice do its job.”

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    AUBURN, California (KCRA) — Bystanders tackled and restrained a man who was assaulting a family at Chana Park in North Auburn last month, the Placer County Sheriff’s Office said.

Alli Reagle, a frequent visitor to the park, expressed her disbelief upon hearing the news.

“My gut reaction was, oh my gosh,” Reagle said.

Reagle, who regularly brings her family of five to the park, emphasized its significance to the Auburn community.

“For the Auburn community, this is the one big park we have,” she said.

A woman had been fishing with her son and her elderly mother on Saturday when they were violently attacked by a 49-year-old man, according to the sheriff’s office. The man knocked over the grandmother, who was in a wheelchair, and she briefly lost consciousness. The woman was repeatedly punched in the head.

Elise Soviar, a spokesperson for the sheriff’s office, said the reason for the attack remains unclear.

“That’s the crazy thing about this attack, the motive is unclear. Appeared to be unprovoked,” Soviar said.

One good Samaritan heard the woman’s cries for help and tackled the attacker. Another man at the park helped restrain the man until deputies arrived.

“They did exactly what I think all of us would want,” Soviar said.

She added, “Having good Samaritans, good neighbors who spring into action and protect one another until official help can arrive, is wonderful.”

The suspect, Michael Appleberry, resisted arrest and later spit blood on medical personnel, according to the sheriff’s office.

“When something like this happens, it does paint it in a bad light, and like oh my gosh, don’t go there. But like I told my daughter, we are gonna go, because if people stop going then the park is going to stop being used,” Reagle said.

The sheriff’s office confirmed that Appleberry had been staying at The Gathering Inn, a homeless shelter in Auburn that partners with Placer County to provide services.

In a statement, The Gathering Inn said, “Because this matter is part of an active law enforcement investigation and involves privacy considerations, we are unable to comment on any individual’s circumstances. Safety is one of The Gathering Inn’s core values.”

He was booked into jail on four felony charges that include battery and causing injury to an elder adult, as well as two misdemeanor charges.

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    LAWRENCE, Kansas (KMBC) — The Algeria national team was greeted by a more than 300-person crowd of supporters overnight as the team pulled into its Lawrence, KS hotel.

A spokesperson for the Lawrence Police Department said the crowd waited in the rain until after midnight when the team arrived.

Algeria touched down at Kansas City International Airport after 10 p.m. Sunday and was escorted to Lawrence by LPD and other assisting agencies.

“Doing an escort that large and that far takes a lot of moving parts, and so it went really well,” said Lawrence Police Chief Rich Lockhart. “We were really happy to get everybody here safely and had about 300 fans here welcoming the team.”

For the next month or more, wherever team Algeria goes, the Lawrence Police will go with them.

“We’ll be responsible for getting them from the hotels to the practice facility and then also from the hotel or practice facility up to Arrowhead for games,” Lockhart said. “For the local movements, it’ll be mostly our department doing it. For the movements up to the stadium we’ll have support from our Topeka partners, Kansas Highway Patrol and Olathe, as well.”

Algeria is staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel off McDonald Drive and 2nd Street. Algeria has a private entrance to the hotel that has a fence with a privacy screen around the parking lot. Surrounding the fence are multiple cement road blocks.

Lockhart said it’s taken two years of planning to prepare for the police escorts and additional security, while still serving the people of Lawrence.

“We’re using our detectives in more traditional patrol roles,” Lockhart said. “And then we’ve also canceled vacations for officers during this six-week time frame, so we’ve got all of our people on duty, available for whatever may happen.”

It’s not just the DoubleTree or Rock Chalk Park that have Algerian flags and banners waving, the city of Lawrence has been decorated, as well.

Mass Street in Lawrence has flags welcoming Algeria, trees are lit up with red, white and green for the team and local stores want to welcome the team and their fans.

“I just think that it just shows when those people come in, they see that you’ve taken a little bit of thought about how far they have to travel and what they’re going through,” said Curtis McCoy, the showroom manager at Waxman Candles.

The small business has been making candles in Lawrence for more than 50 years. The team got creative this year to craft something special for Algeria and their fans.

Waxman Candles created a fennec fox candle. The small, but big-eared fox is native to the Sahara Desert and the mascot for the Algeria national team.

“We took our regular fox candle and kind of designed it up, made some modifications,” McCoy said. “And it’s been a real hit. The city has loved it. They ended up buying 70 candles to give to the hospitality staff from team Algeria.”

Waxman is far from the only business catering toward the team and their fans. The Yarn Barn just down Mass Street has yarn kits with instructions on how to make your own hat or scarf. The kits come in different colors for each of Kansas City’s base camp teams.

Over at Johnny’s Tavern, there’s a sign outside showing how far Algeria, Argentina, Netherlands and England are from Lawrence.

McCoy said he thinks all of Lawrence will be pulling for Algeria in the World Cup. He’s hoping their fans will stop by the town if they come to watch Algeria practice.

“We hope that they all come down and would love to meet them, share stories,” he said.

As Lawrence Police prepare for Algerian fans, or any others from outside the country, officers have a new tool to break through any language barriers.

“Our body cameras have a language translation feature that the companies unlocked for us for this World Cup,” Lockhart said. “So, you can push a button on the camera and tell it what language you want to use. If we’re going from English to French, we just say, ‘English-French,’ we push the button, I talk, it spits it out in French.”

Algeria is expected to have an open practice at Rock Chalk Park. Lockhart said they’re preparing for a capacity crowd. As soon as public details about the open training session are released, KMBC will pass them along.

Algeria will face the defending World Cup champions Argentina in the first-ever World Cup match at Arrowhead Stadium on June 16.

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