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$100K lottery winner emerges from Connecticut gas station

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Guilford man wins $100K on CASH5 ticket bought at Xpress Fuel

GUILFORD, CT – A trip to a local gas station turned into a six-figure windfall for one lucky Connecticut man who won $100,000 on a CASH5 lottery ticket.

According to the Connecticut Lottery, Wilton F. of Guilford claimed the $100,000 top prize from the September 22 CASH5 drawing. He purchased the winning ticket at Xpress Fuel, located in Guilford.

CASH5 is one of the state’s most popular daily draw games, offering a top prize of $100,000 to players who match all five numbers. Tickets cost $1, and drawings are held nightly at 10:29 p.m.

The lottery did not release additional details about the winner’s plans for the money, but the $100,000 prize marks one of the largest recent wins in the area. The retailer, Xpress Fuel, will also receive a bonus for selling the winning ticket.

Connecticut Lottery winners of $600 or more must file a claim with valid identification, and all prizes are subject to applicable federal and state taxes.

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Key Points

  • Wilton F. of Guilford won $100,000 on a CASH5 ticket from the September 22 drawing
  • The winning ticket was purchased at Xpress Fuel in Guilford, CT
  • CASH5 offers nightly drawings with a top prize of $100,000
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New York Couple slashed in knife attack inside Bronx building as four suspects flee

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Bronx, NY – A man and woman were slashed inside a Washington Avenue building Wednesday evening after four unidentified individuals stormed the location and launched a knife attack, police said.

New York Couple slashed in knife attack inside Bronx building as four suspects flee
New York Couple slashed in knife attack inside Bronx building as four suspects flee

The group entered 1451 Washington Ave. around 6:17 p.m., where they confronted a 32-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man. One of the male suspects pulled a knife and slashed the woman, leaving her with a body wound. Another male suspect attacked the man, slashing him in the head, officials said.

EMS rushed both victims to Saint Barnabas Hospital, where they were listed in stable condition.

The four suspects fled on foot in an unknown direction.

Police released descriptions of the individuals:

  • A male last seen in a gray hooded sweatshirt, gray sweatpants, and light-colored shoes.
  • A male last seen in a gray hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and multi-colored sneakers.
  • A male last seen in a white T-shirt, light brown pants, and white sneakers.
  • A female last seen in a light brown shirt, blue jeans, and black sneakers.

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New York Couple slashed in knife attack inside Bronx building as four suspects flee
New York Couple slashed in knife attack inside Bronx building as four suspects flee

Key Points

  • Two victims were slashed inside 1451 Washington Ave. on Wednesday evening.
  • Both were hospitalized at Saint Barnabas in stable condition.
  • Four suspects fled the scene and remain at large.

The attackers vanished into the Bronx streets as investigators work to track them down.

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Woman attacked and dragged down stairs in East Village building

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Manhattan, NY – A 23-year-old woman was assaulted inside a residential building in the East Village early Friday after an unidentified man grabbed her from behind and dragged her down a flight of stairs, police said.

The victim had just entered the building near East 7th Street and 2nd Avenue around 4 a.m. when the attacker pulled her toward him, causing her to fall. He then dragged her down the stairs before she managed to break free, officials said.

The suspect fled the building and was last seen running west on 2nd Avenue.

The woman sustained bruising and pain to her body but declined medical attention at the scene.

Woman attacked and dragged down stairs in East Village building

Police described the assailant as a man with a dark complexion, last seen wearing a gray baseball cap, gray sweatshirt, gray jeans, and black sneakers.

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Key Points

  • A woman was attacked inside an East Village building near East 7th St. and 2nd Ave. around 4 a.m. Friday.
  • The suspect grabbed her, dragged her down stairs, then fled westbound on 2nd Ave.
  • The victim sustained bruising but refused medical treatment.

The attacker vanished into the early morning streets as police work to track him down.

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Man beaten in Bronx attack after dispute inside Ogden Avenue building

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Bronx, NY – A 39-year-old man was assaulted inside a building on Ogden Avenue Saturday afternoon after a heated dispute with two unidentified individuals turned violent, police said.

The victim was inside 1049 Ogden Ave. around 2:45 p.m. when a man and a woman confronted him. The argument escalated quickly, leading the male suspect to punch the victim repeatedly in the face while the female suspect struck him with a cart, authorities said.

Man beaten in Bronx attack after dispute inside Ogden Avenue building

The pair fled on foot, heading south on Ogden Avenue.

The victim suffered a minor head laceration and body bruising. He was transported by EMS to BronxCare Health System, where he was listed in stable condition.

Police described one of the suspects as a man with a dark complexion who was last seen wearing a white shirt, tan sweatpants, and black-and-gray sneakers.

Investigators have not released a description of the female suspect.

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Key Points

  • A man was assaulted inside 1049 Ogden Ave. on Saturday after a dispute with two unidentified individuals.
  • The male suspect punched the victim while the female suspect struck him with a cart.
  • The victim was hospitalized in stable condition as police continue to search for the suspects.
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Shooting on Hayward Avenue leaves 26-year-old hospitalized

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Man shot on Hayward Avenue as Northwest Baltimore police investigate late-night gunfire

BALTIMORE, MD – A 26-year-old man was hospitalized in stable condition after being shot late Monday night in Northwest Baltimore, prompting an ongoing investigation by city detectives.

Just after 10:25 p.m. on September 22, officers responded to the 3300 block of Hayward Avenue following reports of a shooting. At the scene, they found the victim suffering from at least one gunshot wound to his body.

Medics transported the man to a nearby hospital for treatment. His condition has been listed as stable, and no further updates on his injuries have been released.

Detectives from the Northwest District are leading the investigation and are working to identify a suspect or motive. Police have not said whether the shooting was targeted or random, and no arrests have been announced.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Northwest District at 410-396-2466. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP or submit a tip online through the Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland website.

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Key Points

  • A 26-year-old man was shot Monday night on Hayward Avenue in Northwest Baltimore
  • The victim was taken to a hospital and is currently in stable condition
  • Police are investigating and asking for anonymous tips from the public
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Jumbo Bucks ticket brings massive prize to Connecticut player

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Norwalk man hits $100K jackpot on scratch-off ticket from local store

NORWALK, CT – A quick stop at a local convenience store turned into a six-figure payday for one Connecticut man who recently claimed a $100,000 prize from a Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket.

Luigi S., of Norwalk, scored the top prize after purchasing the winning ticket at In and Out Variety, located in Norwalk. The win was recorded on September 22, and according to the Connecticut Lottery, the lucky ticket was part of the popular Jumbo Bucks game, which offers large cash prizes for a low entry cost.

The Connecticut Lottery did not release additional information about the winner or his future plans, but the $100,000 prize represents one of the larger recent wins in Fairfield County.

In and Out Variety will also receive a retailer bonus from the lottery for selling the top-prize winning ticket.

The Jumbo Bucks game continues to circulate in the state, with other top prizes still available. Connecticut residents are reminded that lottery winnings of $600 or more are reported to the IRS and are subject to applicable taxes.

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Key Points

  • Norwalk resident Luigi S. won $100,000 on a Jumbo Bucks scratch-off ticket
  • The winning ticket was purchased at In and Out Variety in Norwalk
  • Connecticut Lottery recorded the win on September 22
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Fake checks and forged signatures land Long Branch CFO 7-year prison sentence

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Ex-CFO stole nearly $2M from Long Branch senior housing now sentenced to 7 years

FREEHOLD, NJ – A former chief financial officer who siphoned off nearly $2 million from a Long Branch apartment building meant to house seniors and disabled residents has been sentenced to seven years in state prison, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Tuesday.

John O’Donnell, 58, of Scotch Plains, was sentenced last Friday by Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jill G. O’Malley. He previously pleaded guilty to first-degree Financial Facilitation of Criminal Activity and admitted to orchestrating a years-long theft from Washington Manor, a 100-unit low-income housing complex on the 300 block of Ocean Boulevard.

An internal audit sparked the investigation in June 2023 after building ownership flagged a suspicious $14,000 payment from company accounts to a life insurance company to cover O’Donnell’s personal premium. What followed was a sweeping financial probe by the MCPO Financial Crimes and Public Corruption Bureau.

Investigators uncovered that between February 2009 and May 2023, O’Donnell wrote roughly 400 unauthorized checks totaling $1.9 million from Washington Manor’s accounts to a construction firm he secretly owned. Many checks included forged signatures of other employees. The stolen funds were used to pay personal expenses such as mortgage payments.

Additionally, from December 2020 through May 2023, O’Donnell charged more than $30,000 in personal expenses — including home renovations, pool service, and HVAC repair — to a Washington Manor credit card.

He has been ordered to pay $1.7 million in restitution and will be required to serve at least half of his sentence before being eligible for parole.

The case was prosecuted by Assistant Prosecutor Lawrence Nelsen, Director of the MCPO Financial Crimes and Public Corruption Bureau. O’Donnell was represented by defense attorney Melissa Barbier of Freehold Borough.

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Key Points

  • Former CFO John O’Donnell stole $1.9M from a Long Branch senior housing complex
  • He used forged checks and a company credit card for personal expenses over 14 years
  • O’Donnell was sentenced to 7 years in prison and ordered to pay $1.7M in restitution
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Shot fired in DC alley during money dispute, suspect caught

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Money dispute turns violent as shot fired in Southeast DC arrest made shortly after

WASHINGTON, DC – A late-night argument over money escalated into gunfire behind a Southeast DC apartment complex Saturday, ending with an arrest after a single shot was fired at the victim.

The incident unfolded just before 11 p.m. on September 20, when a dispute between two individuals turned dangerous in the rear of the 100 block of Atlantic Street SE. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, the suspect pulled out a handgun during the altercation and fired once in the victim’s direction.

Fortunately, the bullet did not strike the victim, and no injuries were reported.

Responding officers quickly canvassed the area and located the suspect shortly after the incident. Police identified him as 39-year-old Alonzo Hinton of Southeast, DC. He was taken into custody without incident and has been charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun).

The case has been assigned CCN: 25144237 and remains under investigation. No additional details have been released regarding the relationship between the suspect and victim or the nature of the financial dispute.

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Key Points

  • A dispute over money led to a gun being fired behind a Southeast DC residence
  • The victim was not injured, and the suspect fled but was quickly arrested
  • Alonzo Hinton, 39, was charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun)
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One lottery brought him to America the next brought him $50K

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Severn man’s American dream continues with $50K Powerball Double Play win

SEVERN, MD – A man who came to Maryland after winning a U.S. visa lottery has now scored big in a very different kind of draw — this time pocketing $50,000 in the Powerball Double Play game.

The Severn resident, who immigrated to the U.S. six years ago through the Diversity Visa Program, credited his early luck with inspiring a habit of regularly playing Powerball and Mega Millions. That optimism paid off during the September 20 Double Play drawing, when he matched four of the five white balls and the red Powerball, securing a third-tier prize of $50,000.

Although he didn’t win in the main Powerball drawing that night, the Double Play option on his ticket — which costs an extra $1 — gave him another shot. The lucky ticket was a single quick pick purchased at the Royal Farms store located at 7910 Shipley Homestead Drive in Hanover.

Powerball Double Play drawings are held 30 minutes after each Powerball drawing, offering players an additional chance to win up to $10 million. Tickets for the main game cost $2, and the Double Play add-on raises the price to $3.

The winner has not been publicly identified, but he told lottery officials that if he ever hits a jackpot-level prize, he hopes to use the money to support programs that help children and youth.

For now, the $50,000 win marks another milestone in a journey that started with a different lottery — one that brought him to the United States in the first place.

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Key Points

  • A Severn resident won $50,000 in the September 20 Powerball Double Play drawing
  • The man matched four white balls and the Powerball after buying a $3 quick pick ticket
  • He previously won the U.S. visa lottery and said he plays regularly, inspired by that experience
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Rock-throwing suspect charged after window shattered in DC attack

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Man arrested after rock attack leaves victim injured in Southeast DC

WASHINGTON, DC – A 47-year-old man is in custody after an alleged rock assault in Southeast that left one person injured following a confrontation on Pennsylvania Avenue, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

The incident unfolded around 6:10 p.m. on Saturday, September 20, when First District officers responded to reports of an assault near the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and M Street SE.

Police say the suspect had initially thrown a rock through a window in the 1500 block of Pennsylvania Avenue. When the victim confronted him, the suspect allegedly struck the victim in the hands with another rock.

Officers located the suspect shortly afterward and arrested 47-year-old Joseph Norris of Southeast, DC. He has been charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Rock).

The victim’s injuries were not reported to be life-threatening, and no further details about the motive or relationship between the individuals involved have been released.

The case has been assigned CCN: 25144104 and remains under investigation.

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Key Points

  • A man allegedly threw a rock through a window and then assaulted a victim with another rock
  • The incident occurred Saturday evening near Pennsylvania Avenue and M Street SE
  • Joseph Norris, 47, was arrested and charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (R
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Rehab worker’s lucky break earns him $100K on scratch-off

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Fort Washington man scratches off $100K lottery win during work break

FORT WASHINGTON, MD – A longtime recreational therapist got a dose of unexpected therapy himself this week — in the form of a $100,000 top-prize scratch-off win that had him pinching himself at work to make sure it was real.

The Prince George’s County man, who has worked in the field of recreational therapy for 25 years, purchased two $100,000 Crossword scratch-offs at Modern Liquors, located at 2358 Iverson Street in Temple Hills. He scratched one of the $10 tickets during a work break and uncovered 10 matching words across puzzles two and three — enough to trigger the game’s $100,000 top prize.

Still in disbelief, he told Maryland Lottery officials that he had to stop and double-check what he was seeing, describing it as a surreal moment.

He claimed the prize on Monday, September 22, at Maryland Lottery headquarters in Baltimore. The winner said he plans to use the six-figure windfall to pay off debts and bring his finances into balance.

As the retailer that sold the winning ticket, Modern Liquors will receive a $1,000 bonus, representing 1% of the prize value.

The $100,000 Crossword game is part of the Maryland Lottery’s lineup of scratch-off tickets offering big prizes for a low buy-in. Top prizes remain for other tickets in the same game.

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Key Points

  • A recreational therapist from Fort Washington won $100,000 on a scratch-off ticket
  • The winning $10 ticket was purchased at Modern Liquors in Temple Hills
  • The winner plans to use the prize money to improve his financial situation
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Driver who rammed DC cop during U Street traffic stop arrested in Maryland

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Fugitive who rammed officer on U Street now in custody

WASHINGTON, DC – A suspect accused of hitting a police officer with a vehicle during an early-morning traffic stop on U Street this summer has been arrested more than two months after the incident, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

At around 2:00 a.m. on Monday, July 14, Third District officers attempted to pull over a vehicle in the 1300 block of U Street NW. As officers approached the car, the driver suddenly took off, striking one officer and another vehicle while fleeing the scene.

The injured officer was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries and later released. The suspect remained on the run until this week.

On Monday, September 22, MPD officers arrested 27-year-old Izuchukwu Igwe of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, in connection with the attack. He was taken into custody on a D.C. Superior Court warrant and charged with Assault on a Police Officer.

No additional details about what prompted the traffic stop or how the suspect was located have been released. MPD has not announced whether further charges may be pending.

The investigation remains active as detectives work to determine the full circumstances of the case.

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Key Points

  • A DC police officer was injured during a traffic stop on U Street on July 14
  • The driver fled the scene after hitting the officer with a vehicle
  • 27-year-old Izuchukwu Igwe was arrested Monday and charged with Assault on a Police Officer
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Manhunt underway for son accused of fatally shooting father in East Pittsburgh home

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Son wanted for murder after father found dead in Ridge Avenue home

EAST PITTSBURGH, PA – A 19-year-old is on the run after allegedly gunning down his father inside a Ridge Avenue residence last week, prompting an intense manhunt by Allegheny County authorities.

Just after 10:30 p.m. on Monday, September 16, Eastern Regional Mon Valley Police responded to reports of gunfire inside a home in the 500 block of Ridge Avenue. When first responders arrived, they discovered 45-year-old Ta’Ron Reid suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Allegheny County homicide detectives were called in to investigate. Through witness interviews and evidence collected at the scene, investigators identified the victim’s son, Tayron Reid, as the suspected shooter.

Detectives worked with the district attorney’s office, and by the end of last week, Tayron Reid was formally charged with criminal homicide.

Reid remains at large and is considered potentially armed and dangerous. His last known address is in Pittsburgh’s Hill District, and authorities are urging the public not to approach him.

Tayron Reid is described as 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing approximately 150 pounds. Anyone with information on his location is urged to contact the Allegheny County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.

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Key Points

  • 19-year-old Tayron Reid is wanted for the fatal shooting of his father, Ta’Ron Reid
  • The homicide occurred September 16 inside a Ridge Avenue home in East Pittsburgh
  • A criminal homicide charge has been filed and a search for Reid is ongoing
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Knife-wielding suspect wanted in 7th Street stabbing caught on video

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Surveillance video shows suspect wanted in brutal 7th Street stabbing

WASHINGTON, DC – Authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect caught on camera during a daylight stabbing in Northwest DC last month that left one man hospitalized.

On Thursday, August 7, at around 5:36 p.m., a physical altercation between two individuals escalated violently in the 1100 block of 7th Street NW. During the fight, the suspect pulled a knife and stabbed the victim before fleeing the scene on foot.

The victim was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Now, over a month later, the Metropolitan Police Department has released updated video and photos of the suspect, captured on surveillance footage in the area. The video can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/oEXDT2FrOFo.

MPD is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for the stabbing. Tipsters are urged not to approach the suspect but to contact police immediately.

Anyone with information is asked to call (202) 727-9099 or text the Department’s anonymous TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.

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Key Points

  • A man was stabbed during an altercation on August 7 on 7th Street NW
  • The suspect fled the scene and was captured on surveillance video
  • MPD is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to an arrest
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Young man shot in Baltimore walks into hospital critically wounded

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Man fights for life after being shot in Southwest Baltimore walk-in reported at area hospital

BALTIMORE, MD – A 22-year-old man is clinging to life after being shot in Southwest Baltimore Saturday evening, with the victim arriving at a local hospital on his own as police scrambled to piece together what led to the gunfire.

Just after 7:30 p.m., Southern District officers were called to an area hospital where the man had walked in with a gunshot wound described as life-threatening. The shooting was later traced back to the 3300 block of Saint Benedict Street in the city’s Southwest District.

The shooter fled the scene, and no arrests have been made. Detectives are working to identify a suspect and determine what led to the shooting.

Officials have not released any additional information about the circumstances of the attack, and the victim’s condition remains critical as of Monday.

Southwest District detectives are urging anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2488 or reach out anonymously to Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.

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Key Points

  • A 22-year-old man was shot on Saint Benedict Street and later walked into a hospital
  • The gunshot wound was life-threatening and no suspects have been identified
  • The case remains under investigation by Southwest District detectives
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Pennsylvania Powerball player scores $2M jackpot from couch

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$2 million Powerball ticket bought online in Pennsylvania hits big in Monday’s drawing

MIDDLETOWN, PA – A lucky Pennsylvania Lottery player is waking up $2 million richer after purchasing a winning Powerball® ticket online for Monday night’s drawing — the latest in a growing number of high-value wins through the state’s online platform.

The ticket matched all five white balls drawn — 3, 29, 42, 46, 59 — but missed the red Powerball 15. Because the buyer added the $1 Power Play® option, the prize doubled from $1 million to $2 million. The Power Play® multiplier for the draw was three, though it does not apply to the Match 5 prize, which is capped at $2 million when Power Play® is active.

The identity of the winner has not yet been confirmed, as all tickets must be validated and claimed before names are released. The Pennsylvania Lottery notes that online winnings of $2 million must be claimed in person at Lottery Headquarters.

In addition to the top-tier winner, more than 16,500 other Powerball tickets purchased in Pennsylvania also won prizes in Monday’s draw, including over 4,000 tickets with Power Play® and more than 2,600 tickets with Double Play®.

The Powerball jackpot rolled over and now stands at an estimated $127 million annuity — or a $59 million lump sum — for the next drawing scheduled for Wednesday night.

Players have one year from the drawing date to claim any winnings. For online ticket holders, most smaller prizes are automatically added to their accounts after claims are processed.

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Key Points

  • A $2 million winning Powerball ticket was purchased online in Pennsylvania for Monday’s draw
  • The player matched five white balls and used the Power Play® option to double the prize
  • More than 16,500 other PA Lottery Powerball tickets also won prizes in the same drawing
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Boiler explosion at Baltimore County police precinct sends worker to hospital

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Structural crack found after precinct boiler incident in Baltimore County

PERRY HALL, MD – A county employee was hospitalized Monday morning after a boiler-related explosion rocked a Baltimore County police precinct, prompting an emergency response and a structural evaluation of the building.

Around 10:50 a.m., Baltimore County Fire Department crews responded to Precinct 9 at 8220 Perry Hall Boulevard following reports of an explosion. Units from the Fullerton Fire Station arrived within minutes and quickly determined that there was no active fire.

Boiler explosion at Baltimore County police precinct sends worker to hospital

The incident involved a boiler malfunction inside the building, which injured a county worker who was performing maintenance at the time. The employee was transported to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center with non-critical injuries.

Out of an abundance of caution, the incident commander on scene requested a structural assessment after spotting a visible crack in part of the building. A county engineer was called in to inspect the site, and officials later confirmed the building is safe and remains fully operational.

No other injuries were reported, and all operations at the precinct resumed shortly after emergency crews cleared the scene. The exact cause of the boiler incident remains under review.

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Key Points

  • A boiler incident injured a county worker Monday at Baltimore County Precinct 9
  • The injured employee was hospitalized with non-critical injuries
  • The building was inspected for structural damage and remains safe and operational
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Lottery winner hits jackpot at Fairport grocery store

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$30K winning Take 5 ticket sold at Wegmans in Fairport

FAIRPORT, NY – One lucky shopper walked away a whole lot richer after snagging a top-prize Take 5 ticket worth $30,180.50 in Sunday night’s drawing, according to the New York Lottery.

The winning ticket for the September 22 Take 5 evening draw was sold at Wegmans #24, located at 6600 Pittsford Palmyra Road in Fairport. The ticket matched all five numbers drawn from a pool of 1 to 39, securing the full top prize.

Take 5 drawings are held twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., giving players two chances each day to win. Tickets can be claimed for up to one year from the date of the draw.

The winner’s identity has not yet been made public, and it remains unclear whether the prize was claimed immediately or if the ticket is still in circulation. Lottery officials did not release the winning numbers from the drawing.

Fairport’s Wegmans location joins a growing list of New York retailers that have sold top-prize Take 5 tickets this month.

The New York Lottery remains the most profitable lottery system in North America, with proceeds supporting public education throughout the state.

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Key Points

  • A $30,180.50 Take 5 ticket was sold at Wegmans #24 in Fairport
  • The winning ticket matched all five numbers in the evening drawing on September 22
  • The winner has not yet been identified, and the prize must be claimed within one year
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Man fatally shot on Presstman Street

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Man shot dead on Presstman Street as Baltimore police launch homicide investigation

BALTIMORE, MD – A man was gunned down on a Western District street in the early hours of Saturday morning, marking the latest in a string of overnight shootings under investigation by city homicide detectives.

Just after 2 a.m., patrol officers responded to the 300 block of Presstman Street following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they found an unidentified man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

Medics rushed the victim to a nearby hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival. His identity has not been released pending family notification.

Police have not disclosed how many shooters may have been involved or whether the incident appeared targeted. Investigators are canvassing the area and reviewing surveillance footage, though no arrests have been made and a motive remains unclear.

The Western District has experienced continued gun violence in recent months, with detectives now working to piece together what led to the deadly confrontation on Presstman Street.

The case remains active, and police are urging anyone with information to call 410-396-2100 or contact Metro Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-866-7LOCKUP.

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Key Points

  • An unidentified man was fatally shot early Saturday on Presstman Street
  • The victim died at a hospital after being found with gunshot wounds
  • Baltimore homicide detectives are actively investigating the killing
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Westbury store sells top-prize lottery ticket

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Westbury store sells $17K winning ticket in Take 5 midday lottery drawing

WESTBURY, NY – A simple lottery ticket became a $17,023.50 payday for one lucky player in Nassau County after hitting the top prize in Sunday’s midday Take 5 drawing.

The New York Lottery confirmed that the winning ticket was sold at DIMPY ENT INC, located at 815 Carman Avenue in Westbury. The winner has not yet come forward to claim their prize.

Take 5 numbers are drawn from a pool of one through 39, with drawings held twice daily — at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tickets can be redeemed for up to a year following the date of the drawing.

Officials did not release the winning numbers for the September 22 drawing but confirmed the Westbury ticket matched all five, securing the full top prize.

The New York Lottery remains the most profitable in North America, channeling billions of dollars annually to fund public education across the state.

Winners have the option to claim their prize in person at designated lottery centers or by mail. As of Monday, no details have been released about the winner’s identity or how they selected their numbers.

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Key Points

  • A $17,023.50 top-prize winning Take 5 ticket was sold in Westbury
  • The winning ticket came from DIMPY ENT INC on Carman Avenue
  • The ticket matched all five numbers in the September 22 midday drawing
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Fire rips through Wilhelm Street homes two bodies found

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Bodies found after early morning fire rips through Southwest Baltimore homes

BALTIMORE, MD – A deadly fire tore through what are believed to be vacant homes on Wilhelm Street early Saturday morning, leaving two people dead and sparking a full-scale arson and homicide investigation.

Shortly after 2 a.m., police and fire crews rushed to the 1900 block of Wilhelm Street following reports of a structure fire in Southwest Baltimore. Firefighters arrived to find multiple homes engulfed in flames and immediately began battling the blaze.

Once the fire was under control, a K-9 unit was deployed to search the damaged structures. Inside, two deceased individuals were found among the charred remains. Their identities and causes of death have not yet been confirmed.

Baltimore Police say it is still unclear if the homes were occupied or abandoned at the time of the fire. Arson detectives, along with members of the Homicide and Fire Investigation Bureau, are actively working to determine how the fire started and whether it was set intentionally.

The victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Their remains have been transported to the Medical Examiner’s Office for identification and autopsy.

No arrests have been made and no suspects have been named. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Key Points

  • Two people were found dead after a fire at possibly vacant homes on Wilhelm Street
  • Police and fire units responded around 2:10 a.m. Saturday
  • Arson, Homicide, and Fire Investigation units are actively investigating the cause
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DC teen’s moped joyride ends in gunpoint robbery on Quarles Street

by Local News Report
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Teen robbed of moped at gunpoint in Northeast DC suspect arrested minutes later

WASHINGTON, DC – A teenager’s joyride on a newly purchased moped came to a sudden and terrifying halt Sunday afternoon when an armed man confronted him on a Northeast street and stole the vehicle at gunpoint. The suspect didn’t get far.

Just before 4 p.m. on Sunday, a young victim was riding along the 4500 block of Quarles Street NE when he was approached by a man who pulled a gun and demanded the moped. The suspect then took off on the stolen ride.

Officers responding to the armed carjacking quickly obtained a description of the moped and broadcast it citywide. Not long after, they tracked down both the suspect and the vehicle.

The suspect, identified as 19-year-old Markell Woodings of Southeast DC, was arrested and charged with Armed Carjacking (Gun), according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

The victim was not injured, and the moped was recovered. Authorities have not said whether the gun used in the incident was recovered or if additional charges are pending.

The swift arrest comes amid ongoing efforts to curb carjackings across the District, many of which involve juveniles or teenage victims. The case remains under active investigation.

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Key Points

  • A teen was robbed at gunpoint for his moped Sunday on Quarles Street NE
  • Police arrested 19-year-old Markell Woodings shortly after the incident
  • Woodings has been charged with Armed Carjacking (Gun) and the moped was recovered
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Judge narrows detainee’s lawsuit after BET Awards night stabbing at Brooklyn jail

by Shore News Network
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Brooklyn, NY – A federal judge has pared down a lawsuit brought by a pretrial detainee who says prison officers ignored his desperate pleas for help after he was stabbed while trying to watch the BET Awards inside the Brooklyn Metropolitan Detention Center.

Nigel Livingston, who entered federal custody in August 2021, claims he was attacked on June 26, 2022, when he left his cell around 8:30 p.m. to watch the televised awards show downstairs. According to his complaint, officers Miguel Mateo and an unidentified female officer were “inside the office bubble talking with inmates” instead of monitoring the housing unit when two prisoners armed with sharp objects ambushed him outside his cell.

Livingston says he was stabbed in the neck and right hand, leaving him in excruciating pain. He used towels to try to stop the bleeding and ran to the officers, telling them he had been stabbed and needed immediate medical attention. Instead, he alleges, they told him to return to his cell and wait.

For the next 18 hours, Livingston says, he screamed in pain but received no medical care. Only when he met with his attorney the following afternoon did staff respond, taking him to a hospital where he received 18 stitches in his neck, seven stitches in his hand, antibiotics, and x-rays. He was kept overnight before being returned to the jail, where he was placed in solitary confinement for a month without his family or attorney being informed.

Livingston sued the United States under the Federal Tort Claims Act for negligence and the officers under Bivens for violating his Fifth Amendment rights. The court had previously allowed the negligence claim to proceed. But on Monday, U.S. District Judge Brian Cogan dismissed the Bivens claim, ruling that Supreme Court precedent bars extending such constitutional actions into new contexts.

Judge Cogan emphasized that the Supreme Court has repeatedly limited Bivens remedies since Carlson v. Green (1980), which permitted a constitutional damages claim for inadequate medical care in prison. Livingston’s claim, though similar, arose under the Fifth Amendment because he was a pretrial detainee, not a convicted prisoner. That distinction, the judge said, was enough to foreclose the constitutional claim.

Livingston continues to allege permanent scars, lasting pain, limited use of his right hand, and post-traumatic stress from the attack and delayed care. His negligence case against the United States remains pending.

Key Points

  • Nigel Livingston was stabbed while heading to watch the BET Awards at Brooklyn’s federal jail in June 2022.
  • He says officers ignored his pleas for medical attention for 18 hours until his attorney intervened.
  • Judge Brian Cogan dismissed his Bivens claim against the officers but left his negligence claim against the U.S. intact.
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New York Judge Refuses to Step Aside in Whistleblow Lawsuit

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Brooklyn, NY – A federal judge has refused to step aside from a long-running whistleblower lawsuit accusing New York City of defrauding federal benefit programs, denying a relator’s attempt to disqualify her and a magistrate judge from hearing the case.

Joel Mahl, a former administrative law judge, filed the False Claims Act suit in 2012, alleging the city improperly sought federal funds from Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The United States declined to intervene in 2021, leaving Mahl to pursue the case on his own.

Mahl, who is an attorney but not permitted to represent himself in a False Claims Act matter, has struggled to obtain substitute counsel after his lawyer died. He has repeatedly sought extensions of time to serve the city and advance the case, with Magistrate Judge Peggy Kuo granting multiple delays between 2021 and 2023.

Earlier this year, Mahl filed his second motion to recuse both Judge Margo K. Brodie and Judge Kuo, arguing they could not fairly preside over the case. In a ruling issued Monday, Judge Brodie denied the motion, writing that no grounds existed for disqualification.

The decision means the nearly 13-year-old case remains before the same judges as it moves forward. With co-plaintiffs Avika Tessler and John Vesey having withdrawn last year, Mahl is the sole relator pressing the claims on behalf of the United States.

Key Points

  • Judge Margo Brodie denied relator Joel Mahl’s second motion to recuse her and Magistrate Judge Peggy Kuo.
  • Mahl’s False Claims Act case accuses New York City of defrauding Medicaid, TANF, and SNAP.
  • The United States declined to intervene in 2021, leaving Mahl to proceed largely on his own.

A whistleblower’s case may be aging, but the court isn’t changing hands.

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Life plus 30 for Long Branch man who caused deadly police chase

by Local News Report
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Long Branch man gets life plus 30 years for deadly home invasion and police chase crash

FREEHOLD, NJ – A violent home invasion spiraled into a fatal police chase that ended with a car engulfed in flames and a woman dead. Now, more than two years later, the man at the center of the chaos will spend the rest of his life behind bars.

Altonia D. Williams, 47, of Long Branch, was sentenced to life plus 30 years in state prison after a jury found him guilty on 18 separate charges tied to the August 2023 incident that left 38-year-old Tracee Blount dead. The sentence was handed down last week in Monmouth County Superior Court by Judge Joseph W. Oxley.

It began just before 4 a.m. on August 14, when police were called to a home on Narragansett Avenue in Long Branch. Williams had reportedly entered the residence armed with a gun, demanding money from its occupants.

As officers arrived, Williams fled the area in a white BMW. Within minutes, he crashed into a second responding patrol car before fleeing the wrecked vehicle on foot. Inside the passenger seat, officers found Blount critically injured and trapped in the burning car. Despite efforts to pull her from the wreckage, she died shortly after at a nearby hospital.

Williams was found hiding in bushes nearby with a loaded handgun. Toxicology tests later confirmed he was under the influence of marijuana during the fatal collision.

A joint investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Long Branch Police Department, Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office, and SCART, led to an indictment in December. A four-week trial this year ended with convictions on a long list of charges, including first-degree Armed Robbery, Felony Murder, Aggravated Manslaughter While Eluding, and Vehicular Homicide.

Williams’ criminal record and the violent nature of the case led to the stiff sentence. Prosecutors described his actions as demonstrating “utter disregard for the value of human life.”

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Key Points

  • Altonia D. Williams was sentenced to life plus 30 years for a 2023 home invasion and fatal crash
  • The incident began with an armed robbery and ended with a police chase that killed 38-year-old Tracee Blount
  • Williams was convicted on 18 charges including felony murder and vehicular homicide
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