Matthew Michael Dennis, 28, was arrested by the St. Johns County SWAT team for the first-degree murder of Clifford Tennant, 27, of Palatka, Florida. The victim was found fatally shot on a wooded trail following a 911 call reporting gunfire on February 24, 2026.
Jacksonville, Florida officer Christian Madsen arrested in $14,000 overtime fraud
Thomas Kevin Waters, Jacksonville's sheriff, announced the arrest of officer Christian Madsen for orchestrating a $14,000 overtime fraud scheme. Madsen's romantic involvement with superior Jaime Eason violated department policies. Eason resigned and was demoted amid the internal investigation, highlighting issues of integrity within the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.
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Lewisville, Texas’s Ronald Lamont Ross arrested
Lewisville, Texas police arrested Ronald Lamont Ross, 40, for murder and evidence tampering following a fatal shooting Sunday morning. Officers found an adult male with multiple gunshot wounds in a bar parking lot on Texas Street; he later died at a local hospital. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
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Kihei, Hawaii’s Carlos Frate sentenced to 5 years in prison
Former Maui police officer Carlos Frate, 41, was sentenced to 65 months in prison for repeatedly tasing a non-resisting arrestee in 2024. He admitted to the unjustified use of force, which federal officials condemned as a betrayal of public trust and a violation of civil rights.
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Miami, Florida’s Mckenzie Monestine sentenced to 4 years in prison
Mckenzie Levar Monestine, 33, was sentenced to 55 months in federal prison for identity theft and possessing unauthorized access devices. Following a 2020 FBI raid, authorities uncovered substantial evidence of fraud, including stolen personal information and $11,000 in cash. Monestine's actions resulted in financial losses between $250,000 and $550,000.
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US seeks forfeiture of ghost tanker, 1.8M barrels of illicit oil
The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a complaint to seize the M/T Skipper and its cargo of 1.8 million barrels of Venezuelan oil, linked to financing the IRGC. The vessel, evading sanctions since 2021, was intercepted in December 2025. Officials assert this action is part of efforts to dismantle foreign adversaries’ financial networks.
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10 things about Miss Global Hmong 2025 Nikki Nsta Iab Lee
Nikki Nsta Iab Lee, a Hmong-Laotian-American entrepreneur and beauty queen, represented the Hmong community in Miss Global 2025. Owner of Kasha Daleina, a creative arts studio, Nikki's career spans roles in human resources and technical recruitment. She is the first plus-size and Hmong woman in Miss Global history.
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10 things about Miss Universe Latina 2025 semifinalist Andrea Aguilar
Andrea Aguilar, a Salvadoran beauty queen residing in Pasadena, California, has represented El Salvador in various pageants, including Miss Intercontinental and Miss World. Originally from San Salvador, she enjoys arts and outdoor activities. She achieved second place in Reinado de El Salvador 2022 and was crowned Miss Intercontinental El Salvador 2022.
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13 things about Mister International Cuba 2023 Branden Alaen Cruz
Branden Alaen Cruz, a Cuban-American multifaceted talent from Miami, is known for his achievements in various beauty pageants, including Mister Universe and Mister International. He holds several titles, such as Mister Universe USA 2018 and Mister Global USA 2019. Cruz is also a recording artist, brand strategist, and certified growth coach.
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13 things about Miss Universe La Union 2026 Bea Millan-Windorski
Beatrice Rebecca "Bea" Millan-Windorski, a Filipino-American beauty queen from Wisconsin, represents La Union, Philippines in Miss Universe Philippines 2026 after achieving titles like Miss Earth USA 2024 and Miss Wisconsin Earth 2023. She is an advocate for climate refugee rights and holds degrees in history and international relations.
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