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'PB4WEGO' plate survives the DMV flush test

A reminder that’s become a road-trip ritual for plenty of families is officially back on the road in New York.

'We've had enough': US airport says it wants to ban pajamas as travel apparel

"We've seen enough," Tampa International Airport wrote on social media early Thursday morning. "We've had enough."

'That is NOT Apple Juice': Alcoholic beverage found in student's lunch box, police say

Police in Georgia said an alcoholic beverage was found packed inside a child's lunchbox.

Judge debones lawsuit over Buffalo Wild Wings' menu item, says case doesn't have legs

The lawsuit was filed in 2023 by Aimen Halim, an Illinois man who argued that the name "boneless wings" amounted to false advertising.

New Jersey officers make food delivery after DoorDash driver arrested: police

Police officers in New Jersey fulfilled a food delivery after a DoorDash driver was arrested, according to authorities.

Toucan seen flying around Las Vegas for months finally rescued

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A toucan that has been seen flying around Las Vegas for months has been saved, a bird rescue group said Wednesday.“We’ve all just been so worri

2-year-old wolfdog joins skiers at finish line during Olympic event

A wolfdog named Nazgul crashed an event during the Winter Olympics in Italy -- and emerged as a star -- after he broke out of his dog house.

Man accused of planting armpit hair in food to avoid $600 bill at restaurant: report

A man was reportedly accused of planting an armpit hair in his food so he and his family could avoid a bill at a restaurant -- and the eatery said it has proof.

Runaway pig caught after snack-fueled standoff with North Carolina deputies

A North Carolina sheriff's office truly brought home the bacon this week after deputies wrangled a runaway pig that wandered into a home in search of snacks.

World Pangolin Day spotlights the world’s most trafficked mammal, the Pangolin

Wildlife conservationists are raising awareness over Pangolins, shy and scaly creatures native to Africa and Asia, for World Pangolin Day on Saturday. The pango

'Please come arrest me': Photo of 'sexy' police officer smiling with dogs goes viral

A photo of a police officer smiling with a pair of French bulldogs in California is going viral after the department shared the image on social media.

Boy, 12, hauls in 111.2-pound sturgeon as spearers hit their limit on upriver lakes

The 2026 sturgeon spearing season continues to put up big numbers.

Bird with hook caught in beak pecks on window of emergency room for help, hospital says

A bird that apparently had a three-pronged fishing hook lodged in its beak seemed to know exactly where to go for help.

Why is Friday the 13th unlucky?

Friday the 13th has long been considered a harbinger of bad luck in many Western cultures.

Wildlife center to name insects after donors' exes for 'Growl-entine's Day'

Got a creepy ex? For a $5 donation to the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center, you could name a bug after your ex and watch an animal eat it.

Tourists now have to pay to get up close to the Trevi Fountain in Rome

Starting Feb. 2, tourists who want to get up close to the Trevi Fountain in Rome are required to pay 2 euros ($2.35.

Meet Sonny! World's oldest cockatiel turns 33-years-old, Guinness World Records says

At 33 years old, Sonny is the oldest cockatiel in the world.

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Triple homicide suspect admits to killing women for cars, money; dragging bodies

Ivan Miller, 22, of Blakesburg, Iowa, was charged for the killings of three women in their 30s, 60s, and 80s.

Family of Wayne County murder victims releases statement after women found dead

Family of two Wayne County murder victims released a statement after the women were found dead at a trailhead.Their statement was published on the Wayne and Gar

Mother of 11-year-old killed in avalanche near Brighton speaks publicly for first time

The mother of an 11-year-old girl who died in an avalanche near Brighton Ski Resort is speaking publicly for the first time, sharing memories of her daughter an

PHOTOS: Three women found dead in Wayne County triple homicide

Three women were killed in a triple homicide in Wayne County.Their husbands called 911 after discovering their bodies about 4:30 p.m. Wednesday.MORE | Wayne Cou

Identities released of three women found dead in Wayne County triple homicide

The three women killed in a triple homicide in Wayne County have been released after the suspect fled and was discovered in Colorado.Officials with the Utah Dep

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New Jersey officers make food delivery after DoorDash driver arrested: police

'We've had enough': US airport says it wants to ban pajamas as travel apparel

2-year-old wolfdog joins skiers at finish line during Olympic event

'Please come arrest me': Photo of 'sexy' police officer smiling with dogs goes viral

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The first 'ice bar' opens on Lake Winnebago for sturgeon spearing season

The fully legal pop-up bar will be open this weekend and next weekend Friday to Sunday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

'Everglades Pizza' goes viral: Inside the iguana pie made in North Palm Beach

An iguana pizza made in North Palm Beach went viral online, drawing millions of views after a South Florida creator documented the process.

Bad Bunny look-alike contest explodes into a packed street party in San Francisco

A Bad Bunny look-alike contest at a San Francisco restaurant snowballed into a street party after hundreds of fans of the global superstar showed up to cheer hi

Newborn calf welcomed inside during deep freeze to cuddle on couch

This Kentucky family said there's always room for one more in their home.

'Makeshift zoo': Crocodile, 38 snakes, 19 lizards -- and more -- found in home, police say

Police in Australia said a man was arrested after they found a saltwater crocodile, 38 snakes, 19 lizards, 28 dogs, nine cats, and three hedgehogs in his home.

VIDEO: 3 children found in trunk of car during DUI traffic stop in Colorado, police say

Police in Colorado said officers who pulled over a man for driving under the influence told them three children were in the trunk of his car at the time.

4-year-old dog who died after 'courageous battle with epilepsy' honored in obituary

A 4-year-old dog from Rhode Island who "passed away peacefully" after a "courageous battle with epilepsy" was honored in an obituary.

Missing for 4 years, cat reunited with family after snowstorm rescue

A powerful snowstorm set the stage for an unlikely reunion in Massachusetts, where a missing cat found his way back home after four years.

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Judge debones lawsuit over Buffalo Wild Wings' menu item, says case doesn't have legs

Bird with hook caught in beak pecks on window of emergency room for help, hospital says

Runaway pig caught after snack-fueled standoff with North Carolina deputies

Boy, 12, hauls in 111.2-pound sturgeon as spearers hit their limit on upriver lakes