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    MAYSVILLE, Kentucky (WLEX) — A stray dog’s unusual devotion to a single grave has captured the hearts of Maysville residents.

For nearly a week, the dog, now named Peanut, was spotted spending entire days lying beside the grave of Kenneth G. Bramel at the local cemetery.

“My walks the past six days I noticed there was a dog up here every day, and I was wondering whose dog it was,” said Raymond Doyle, who regularly walks through the cemetery.

Kim Muse, county project director with the Mason County Animal Shelter, said the dog’s behavior initially led locals to believe he belonged to Bramel.

“He was seen every day at one grave site and he would lay there and spend the entire day there. So I know that at first we thought and all the public thought also that maybe it was the owner of the dog,” Muse said.

After posting that story on Facebook, shelter staff learned it wasn’t true. Bramel’s niece confirmed her uncle never had a dog and had lived in Lexington.

“It’s funny because I don’t remember him ever having a pet. But he had a gentle, kind spirit about him and I think animals can sense that,” Carrie Silver, Bramel’s niece, wrote. “I think the dog that has been visiting him can sense that, too, and has found a friend in him. I think my uncle would get a good laugh out of it and be happy that it’s warmed some hearts.”

Concerns about Peanut’s well-being grew as temperatures dropped. Shelter staff began visiting daily with food, water and treats to earn his trust.

“We were going over daily and giving him really special treats and water and food and just trying to establish his trust, make friends,” Muse said.

They eventually caught Peanut, who earned his name because staff say he resembles one. He is currently on stray hold. The shelter says they are hoping to find his owner.

The reason Peanut chose Bramel’s grave remains unknown. If only Peanut could talk.

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    MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Kentucky (WLEX) — A century-old World War II veteran from Montgomery County has been reunited with his military dog tags after they were lost for more than 80 years, thanks to the dedication of a stranger who spent six years tracking him down.

Ewell T. Moore, 100, never expected to see his dog tags again after losing them sometime in the 1940s during training in Texas, before he was sent to Europe to serve as a machine gunner.

“I didn’t even look for them in the sand where people been tramping around,” Moore said. “They were lucky to find them, I guess.”

The remarkable reunion began when Moore received an unexpected phone call from Phillip Bergman, a man he had never met.

“I said, ‘Do you remember serving as a soldier in that area of Texas?’ And he said, ‘Yes, I do,'” Bergman said.

Bergman’s friend, Jimmy Murillo, lives around 40 miles from the El Paso area. Murillo discovered the dog tags while metal detecting near a former military training base. The tags were buried in the sand, preserved by decades underground.

“I happened to be visiting him in New Mexico and he gave me a few old things. He gave me this dog tag. And I said, because I showed an interest, I said, ‘Let me see if I can try to maybe find his family,'” Bergman said.

What followed was a six-year mission to locate the owner of the tags. Bergman’s persistence finally paid off when he successfully tracked down Moore.

“It’s a real honor, really. It’s just very appreciative that I can be a small part of it. But, you know, to bring him some joy and reconnect with his past,” Bergman said.

The dog tags appeared remarkably well-preserved after more than eight decades buried in Texas sand.

“Well, that’s sand cleaned them up,” Moore said with a laugh. “I don’t know how they found them,” Moore said.

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    SACRAMENTO, California (KOVR) — The U.S. Trademark Office is rejecting the A’s request to trademark the “Sacramento Athletics” name. The team was also denied “Las Vegas Athletics” and “Vegas Athletics,” making their bid to sell their new identities a little more difficult.

Newly revealed documents show the U.S. Trademark Office rejected their request to trademark the name “Sacramento Athletics,” with an examining attorney ruling the request has “unacceptable wording” and is “generic for some goods.”

In a separate filing, the shortened “Sacramento A’s” trademark was approved.

“I was thinking this examiner was an Oakland Athletics fan,” trademark attorney Craig Simmermon said.

Simmermon is a trademark attorney who calls the trademark loss a bad break.

The U.S. Trademark Office is rejecting the A’s request to trademark the “Sacramento Athletics” name. The team was also denied “Las Vegas Athletics” and “Vegas Athletics,” making their bid to sell their new identities a little more difficult.

Newly revealed documents show the U.S. Trademark Office rejected their request to trademark the name “Sacramento Athletics,” with an examining attorney ruling the request has “unacceptable wording” and is “generic for some goods.”

In a separate filing, the shortened “Sacramento A’s” trademark was approved.

“I was thinking this examiner was an Oakland Athletics fan,” trademark attorney Craig Simmermon said.

Simmermon is a trademark attorney who calls the trademark loss a bad break.

“In the trademark game, the federal registration is everything in court, you can’t even get into federal court without it,” Simmermon said.

The A’s can file an appeal.

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    STOCKTON, California (KOVR) — The Stockton Police Department is utilizing a holistic approach to combat and help the trauma police officers face on a daily basis and it starts with their chaplaincy executive director, Chaplain Jesse Kenyon, San Joaquin County’s only full-time chaplain.

“One of the guys that I trained under, he said, ‘You know, when you’re driving out in the country and you see a possum that’s been squashed on the road, you think, Ah well, you know, it’s an animal that runs around on the ground. But if you saw an eagle on the road and it had been hit by a car, it would break your heart.’ And that’s how I see our officers.”

In his 15th year, the veteran is embedded within the department and embodies a ministry of presence.

“I like to refer to it as a presence of ministry in that, yes, we are in the moment with them, we walk alongside of them,” Kenyon said. “We go in the cars with them, we go on the calls with them, we’re in the officer-involved shootings with them. We observe what they go through. We understand what they go through and then we walk alongside of them as they deal with that. It’s amazing how much they carry and there’s difference in the jobs that they have.”

Both in the field and back at the station, Kenyon is able to share light and hope amidst the trauma officers face. One of the many stories throughout his career where he’s been able to make an impact for the Stockton Police Department involved a detective who was struggling personally because of not being able to solve cases and how much it weighed on him “heavily” for the cases where he couldn’t bring a conclusion to the family.

“Eventually, that led him into the use of some decongestants and, it wasn’t the ‘fatal alcohol’ and it wasn’t illegal drugs, but he started abusing decongestants and he went through a path that was really difficult,” Kenyon said. “He was on the verge of losing his family. He reached out and we were able to negotiate getting into rehab and getting him resources and it wasn’t an easy story. We had to go through a couple times, but in preserving, keeping that together, we were able to successfully save his marriage and get his life back on track.”

Other officers can sometimes face the blurry lines of their identity becoming ‘police officer’ as opposed to them also being fishermen and fisherwomen, sports coaches, brothers or sisters, and Kenyon talked about how when they have an injury and need to retire early, with the city making that decision, it can be devastating.

“That can put them in a pretty dark place,” Kenyon said. “There’s been a couple of that I’ve walked alongside and those particular times, worked to get them out of alcoholism. They were struggling because their marriage fell apart. Being able to work with them and help them reestablish their identity and help find value past that was something that was very fulfilling for me and also very important. And I now see some of those guys at retirement gatherings and I think, ‘Alright, they made it and they’re surviving’.”

Kenyon also leads the Stockton Police Department’s Wellness Center, available for officers and their families with an in-house clinician, an on-call psychologist, peer support and chaplaincy team, and a comfort dog.

“With all of these assets, we work together as a team to address the community concerns,” Kenyon said. “Especially something like what we went through with the mass shooting just a few weeks ago, we have all these things that are available.”

Kenyon’s military background helped him understand the culture to be understanding and effective in law enforcement ministry. Although he recognizes the real difference law enforcement and military personnel face with police officers not being able to go back to a “safe” place after their deployment overseas but that every day in their community may not be safe while on the job.

“I’ve learned more intimately the price that our men and women in law enforcement pay to do the job,” Kenyon said. “We learn about the demons that they slay, the dragons that they deal with on a regular basis, working alongside of them, seeing the cost of what they do, we oftentimes use the phrase, in appreciation, that we thank them for what they do. But I think the average person doesn’t recognize how much trauma an officer carries. How much it impacts their life and how much it impacts their families. So, getting to learn the depth of that, has been pretty touching to me.”

What makes this chaplaincy department unique is how Kenyon and the chaplains are embedded in the police department, something Kenyon advocates for.

“The success of the chaplaincy is really largely dependent on the agency,” Kenyon said. “Oftentimes, agencies will use chaplaincies simply in a ceremonial capacity. They’ll say prayers at swearing-ins or at retirements or at funerals. That doesn’t use the full potential of the ministry that chaplains can do. And our agency has been amazing. And our Chief McFadden, in particular, has given me a great deal of free reign in the chaplaincy to really deeply impact and embed in our agency in a way that’s been able to allow us to be highly effective.”

“With all of these assets, we work together as a team to address the community concerns,” Kenyon said. “Especially something like what we went through with the mass shooting just a few weeks ago, we have all these things that are available.”

Kenyon’s military background helped him understand the culture to be understanding and effective in law enforcement ministry. Although he recognizes the real difference law enforcement and military personnel face with police officers not being able to go back to a “safe” place after their deployment overseas but that every day in their community may not be safe while on the job.

“I’ve learned more intimately the price that our men and women in law enforcement pay to do the job,” Kenyon said. “We learn about the demons that they slay, the dragons that they deal with on a regular basis, working alongside of them, seeing the cost of what they do, we oftentimes use the phrase, in appreciation, that we thank them for what they do. But I think the average person doesn’t recognize how much trauma an officer carries. How much it impacts their life and how much it impacts their families. So, getting to learn the depth of that, has been pretty touching to me.”

What makes this chaplaincy department unique is how Kenyon and the chaplains are embedded in the police department, something Kenyon advocates for.

“The success of the chaplaincy is really largely dependent on the agency,” Kenyon said. “Oftentimes, agencies will use chaplaincies simply in a ceremonial capacity. They’ll say prayers at swearing-ins or at retirements or at funerals. That doesn’t use the full potential of the ministry that chaplains can do. And our agency has been amazing. And our Chief McFadden, in particular, has given me a great deal of free reign in the chaplaincy to really deeply impact and embed in our agency in a way that’s been able to allow us to be highly effective.”

Kenyon has helped officers’ marriages, gotten them help for substance abuse, and is on the front lines as a resource for them and the community. Chaplain Kenyon is thankful for the support the department has given him and the chaplaincy team. He is the only salary full-time chaplain in the county and said that it is “rare” as many departments operate with volunteer chaplains.

“The Stockton Police Department is committed to supporting an environment that prioritizes the mental, physical, and spiritual well-being of all our staff,” Stockton Police Chief Stanley McFadden said. “We believe that by supporting each other, we enhance our ability to effectively serve each other and our community. We recognize the importance of Organizational Wellness and will continue to provide the necessary resources and support systems to ensure every department member can perform their roles with excellence and compassion. Together, we strive to build a safer community for all.”

There are also a team of seven volunteer chaplains who operate on 10-hour shifts. At one point, they had 40 volunteer chaplains. The seven current volunteers are full-time pastors of local churches, Kenyon said, and their goal is to have their door always open and they minister to a diverse array of officers.

“Learning to walk with them in the trauma is important and understanding that day-by-day, they’re going to be seeing things that the average person doesn’t see,” Kenyon said. “A lot of what we do is relational. And, I say relational because you have different personalities in here. The warrior spirit that exists oftentimes comes across as pretty hardened and crusty and cynical. But, they’re very deep people. They care a lot for our community. Learning the different personalities, learning how the job is impacting, recognizing when there’s changes in personalities requires you to be invested in them, to be around them.”

Kenyon said the trauma these officers face is the “cost of doing business,” but that self-care is important, “you can’t save the world when your life boat is sinking.”

“If you’re serving in law enforcement, you’re doing something incredibly honorable,” Kenyon said. “The price that you’re paying is something that can be shouldered with other people, other resources. Other people can come alongside of you. Don’t feel like you have to do it alone. And for chaplains and family members, just know there’s help for you, as well. What you see and what you deal with, just reach out. Talk to people. And, of course, ultimately we all know that God’s got our back. He goes before us, He walks alongside of us and He comes behind us. He’s a provider and a defender. So, we can depend on Him and when we have that support, we can face all the evil that exists in this world.”

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    LOS ANGELES (KCAL, KCBS) — Two people were injured when the driver of a moving truck allegedly drove into a large crowd of demonstrators during an anti-Iranian regime protest in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon.

The rally was scheduled for 2 p.m. outside of the Wilshire Federal Building in the 11000 block of Wilshire Boulevard, where thousands of people gathered to show solidarity with the ongoing protests in Iran, which have resulted in more than 500 deaths in violence surrounding the demonstrations, according to U.S.-based activists.

The truck drove into a crowd about a block from the Federal Building near Veteran Avenue and Ohio Avenue, a little before 3:30 p.m., according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.

Paramedics said that two people were treated at the scene but denied transport to the hospital. Firefighters also stated that they were searching for a third person who may have been injured, but they later said there was no additional victim.

Authorities have not yet reported any arrests in connection with the incident, but video posted on social media showed LAPD officers detaining a man they pulled from the cab of the truck. As he was being taken from the area, some of the people in the crowd appeared to be attacking the man.

Police told CBS LA that the driver of the truck, who hasn’t yet been identified, was being questioned.

LAPD’s Major Crimes detectives are leading the investigation, with members of their Joint Terrorism Task Force and the FBI assisting, a senior LAPD source told CBS News. Authorities were expected to remain on scene overnight as their investigation continued. The truck was towed from the scene shortly before 10 p.m.

The box truck was covered in banners that said, “No Shah. No regime USA don’t repeat 1953. No Mullah.” Video from the scene showed the demonstrators ripping the banners off the truck after it came to a stop.

By 4:30 p.m., a large number of the demonstrators involved in the rally had already begun to leave the area. It was scheduled to end at 4 p.m., according to event organizers. During the rally, members of the crowd shouted “Free Iran” and “End the regime,” while some members carried a giant Iranian flag that stretched nearly a block.

SkyCal flew over the spot where the truck came to a stop, which was surrounded by a large perimeter of crime scene tape. The cargo area of the truck appeared to be empty as the door was open, with Los Angeles police investigators surveying the area surrounding the truck. The windshield and windows of the truck appeared to be shattered, and shards of glass were seen on the street below the vehicle.

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    DENVER (KCNC) — Bystanders were able to rescue a driver after they rolled and crashed into a river in the Denver metro area on Sunday night.

According to the Colorado State Patrol, authorities received a report of a car crashing into the water at 58th Avenue and York Street around 5:33 p.m. Adams County Fire Rescue says they believe the car was speeding when it rolled into the South Platte River.

Bystanders pulled the driver out of the car, which was partially submerged and upside down, just as first responders arrived at the scene. The driver was taken to a local hospital, and their condition has not yet been released.

CSP said that the intersection is closed due to the crash and advised drivers to take an alternate route.

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    ODESSA, Florida (WFTS) — This summer, an Odessa teen will be part of a group of young men taking their message of empathy and acceptance on the road.

Zachary Mitchell is training for Gear Up Florida, a two-week statewide cycling journey that travels from Miami to Tallahassee.

Mitchell, a student at the University of Central Florida, is riding with fellow members of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity as part of Journey of Hope, a cycling event organized by The Ability Experience.

Teams travel across the country to promote acceptance, inclusion, and empathy for people with disabilities.

Along the route, riders stop in dozens of communities, visiting organizations that serve people with disabilities and building meaningful connections with individuals and families.

Those interested in supporting Mitchell’s mission can donate at support.abilityexperience.org/fundraisers/ZacharyMitchell/gear-up-florida-2026

The Ability Experience says donations directly support people with disabilities through advocacy, education and inclusive programming.

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    HONOLULU (KITV) — A new Hawaii law that took effect Jan. 1 is changing how macadamia nuts are labeled, and for local growers, it’s about protecting what makes their product different.

Act 199 requires that any macadamia nut package sold in Hawaii include a statement if the product contains nuts grown outside the state. The required wording reads: “This package contains macadamia nuts that were not grown in Hawaii.”

Richard Cohen, Measurement Standards Program Manager for the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, said the law is designed to give consumers truth in labeling.

“It requires any supplier or packager of macadamia nuts in the state of Hawaii to add a statement to the package if there are foreign macadamia nuts… and the statement is, ‘This package contains macadamia nuts that were not grown in Hawaii,” Cohen said.

The law is limited in scope. Cohen explained that products where macadamia nuts are not the primary ingredient – such as breads, cookies, energy bars, other baked goods, candies, milk and even ice cream—do not need to carry the label.

For local farms like Tropical Farms near Kaneohe, which grow and process all of their nuts in Hawaii, the law has been a point of reassurance and pride.

“Now we understand that us Tropical Farms as a business, we really don’t have to change anything, because all of our nuts are 100% grown and processed here in Hawaii,” said Stevie-Jean Tufaga, President and General Manager of Tropical Farms.

Tufaga said the law provides an opportunity for farms that are entirely Hawaiian-grown to stand apart in a market that also includes imported nuts.

“We’re definitely going to put that on there because now we understand that perhaps some people are bringing in nuts from elsewhere. So it makes us stand out for sure.” Tufaga said.

Cohen added that the law ensures local farmers are represented accurately in the marketplace.

“The Hawaiian macadamia nut farmer is presented truthfully to the consumer… and they’re not being substituted as if they were Hawaiian macadamia nuts,” Cohen said.

For growers, it’s about more than labeling, it’s about supporting Hawaii agriculture and the local economy.

“It does add value to Hawaii and Hawaiian grown products… supporting the farmers, which then support the businesses and all of the employees that work here with us,” Tufaga said.

With the new law in place, shoppers now have a clearer way to know exactly what they’re buying, while Hawaiian macadamia nut farms can continue to promote the quality and heritage of their 100% locally grown products.

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    NEW JERSEY (WCBS) — Police say a rock was thrown at a school bus on the New Jersey Turnpike on Wednesday, shattering a window and seriously injuring a young child.

It happened just after 2 p.m. in the northbound lanes of the Turnpike near Exit 70A/B for Leonia and Teaneck.

The bus was on its way back to Yeshivat Noam, a Jewish school in Paramus. School officials said the bus was transporting third-grade students back from a school trip to the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City when the incident occurred.

New Jersey State Police said a rock was thrown at the school bus as it was traveling in the right lane, shattering a window and striking an 8-year-old student.

Yeshivat Noam confirmed the injured student suffered a skull fracture and is currently receiving medical treatment.

Parent Avram Zamist said his 9-year-old daughter was on the bus but wasn’t hurt.

“She’s OK, you know. She’s very upset. She’s shook, but she’s physically OK,” Zamist said. “But a friend of hers is not OK.”

In statement, school leaders say, “We do not know the motive behind the incident, and it would be premature to draw conclusions. There were no visible markings on the bus identifying it as a Jewish school bus.”

“We hope it wasn’t intentional, but if it was, it’s the worst feeling in the world to think that someone would put a child’s life or children’s lives in danger,” Zamist said.

Police are investigating the incident as an aggravated assault.

State Police ask anyone who may have witnessed or have have dash camera footage of the incident to contact them at 732-441-4500, ext. 1401. Tips can be left anonymously.

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