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A chemical tank collapsed at a pulp mill in Longview, Washington, in May 2026, killing 11 workers. Inspections and records show the mill had many safety problems, poor maintenance, and previous violations for handling toxic chemicals. Investigations into the accident are still ongoing.
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The tank failure released a dangerous caustic liquid that can cause severe burns.
The plant had 54 environmental violation notices and fines totaling $41,500 since 2016.
The Department of Labor and Industries found over a dozen safety issues and fined nearly $7,000.
Over $2.4 million has been paid for workers’ compensation for 169 injuries since 2015, some related to chemical exposure.
A federal safety board said the company knew the tank was unsafe months before the accident but kept using it.
The plant has 530 employees and makes pulp for paper products.
The company is cooperating with regulators but has declined to comment on maintenance and safety records.
State inspectors planned to visit the plant weeks before the accident to review safety complaints.
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The trial of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children in January 2023, ended in a mistrial. Clancy pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, citing postpartum psychosis and mental health struggles. The case highlighted challenges around maternal mental healthcare in the US.
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Lindsay Clancy is accused of fatally strangling her three children aged 8 months to 5 years.
She pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, pointing to postpartum psychosis.
Clancy’s ex-husband testified she expressed thoughts of harming the children but had no plan and showed no clear intention to hurt them.
She also showed suicidal thoughts before the killings and after allegedly tried to take her own life, resulting in paralysis.
A hospital chaplain said Clancy reported hearing a persistent male voice commanding her actions.
Family members described worsening paranoia, insomnia, and suicidal ideas leading up to the incident.
Text messages revealed Clancy's deteriorating mental state and pleas for help from her mother.
The mistrial means Clancy could face a new trial with a different jury in the future.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani supported the NYPD after two fatal police shootings within five days, despite his previous calls to defund the police. The shootings involved officers acting against individuals who posed immediate threats, and Mamdani said mental health teams would not have been suitable in these cases.
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Two fatal shootings by NYPD officers occurred in five days: one in Times Square and one on the Brooklyn Bridge.
The first victim, Pamela Cisneros, stabbed two people, killing one, and threatened officers with knives before being shot.
Cisneros had a history of mental health issues but no criminal record.
The second incident involved a man who threatened police with a knife after claiming to have a bomb.
Mayor Mamdani praised the officers for preventing worse attacks and called their actions standard procedure.
Mamdani previously advocated defunding and dismantling the NYPD while active in the Democratic Socialists of America.
He stated that mental health response teams were not appropriate for violent threats like those in these cases.
An internal investigation and release of body camera footage will follow the Brooklyn Bridge shooting.
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A judge in Plymouth Superior Court declared a mistrial in the murder trial of Lindsay Clancy. Clancy was charged with first-degree murder in the deaths of her children at their home in January 2023. She pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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The trial was held in Plymouth Superior Court.
Judge William Sullivan declared the mistrial.
Lindsay Clancy is the defendant in the case.
Clancy is accused of first-degree murder.
The victims were her children who died in January 2023.
The deaths happened at their home in Duxbury.
Clancy pleaded not guilty.
The case was covered in a CBS News special report.
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Barry Morphew was arrested and booked into Boulder County Jail on September 3 because of a warrant related to his failure to follow court rules. Morphew is awaiting trial for the murder of his wife and had recently been ordered by a judge to stay inside his home at all times following a hit-and-run investigation.
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Barry Morphew was arrested at about 9:11 p.m. on September 3 and booked into Boulder County Jail.
The arrest was due to an outstanding warrant from Alamosa County for failure to comply with court restrictions.
Morphew is facing trial for the murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, and had been out on a $3 million bond.
A judge recently tightened his release conditions, ordering him to remain at home at all times.
Prosecutors said video shows Morphew clearly involved in a hit-and-run incident reported by CBS Colorado.
A bond hearing for Morphew’s case is scheduled for September 8.
Law enforcement has been contacted for more information about the recent arrest.
The story is ongoing and may be updated as new information emerges.
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Kevin Reddington is the defense lawyer for Lindsay Clancy, a US mother on trial for the murder of her three children. Known for dramatic courtroom actions, Reddington argued Clancy was a mother needing help, not a cold killer, and recently worked to avoid a mistrial after a juror disagreed with others.
Key Facts
Lindsay Clancy, 36, is on trial for the murder of her three children.
Kevin Reddington is her defense lawyer known for dramatic court behavior.
Reddington has a history of using insanity defenses, including a famous case in 1989 involving Battered Woman Syndrome.
He once threw ninja stars in court to show their danger and used similar defense tactics in other abuse-related cases.
Reddington defended Catherine Greig, who hid mob boss James Whitey Bulger for years, resulting in a plea deal.
During the Clancy trial, Reddington requested a juror be dismissed for not following the law.
The judge initially refused to remove the juror, causing Reddington to express frustration in court.
A mistrial was nearly declared, but Reddington persuaded the judge to delay that decision by one hour.
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A Massachusetts jury could not reach a decision in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who is accused of killing her three children. The judge declared a mistrial, and now prosecutors must decide whether to try her again, offer a plea deal, or drop the charges.
Key Facts
Lindsay Clancy is charged with murdering her three children by strangulation.
Clancy says she was suffering from postpartum psychosis, a severe mental illness after childbirth.
The 12-person jury was split 11 to 1, unable to agree on a verdict.
After the incident, Clancy was injured by falling from a second-story window and is now paralyzed from the waist down.
A mistrial means the case will be reset, as if the trial never happened.
Prosecutors can choose to try again, offer a plea deal, or decide not to retry the case.
Defense lawyers will likely ask the court to drop charges because Clancy remains mentally unwell and physically disabled.
A status conference is scheduled for September 29 to discuss what happens next.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will make September 11 a Day of Remembrance and Service to honor victims, first responders, and families affected by the terrorist attacks. He will sign two executive orders to hold memorial events and improve the city’s emergency plans.
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September 11 will be officially recognized by New York City as a Day of Remembrance and Service for the first time.
One order will establish a moment of silence and encourage memorial ceremonies and educational activities.
The second order will update the city's emergency continuity plans for the first time since 2007.
A new interagency team will be created to coordinate emergency response and planning.
Mamdani said remembrance means action, focusing on protecting and serving New Yorkers.
The mayor has faced Islamophobic attacks and calls from some to exclude him from 9/11 events.
Some 9/11 families and local leaders support Mamdani’s involvement and oppose efforts to exclude him.
September 11th Families for Peaceful Tomorrows emphasize that Ground Zero should remain a respectful site free from political conflict.
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Lindsay Clancy’s lawyer asked the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court to stop the court from declaring a mistrial in her case. The lawyer wanted the jury to keep discussing the case. The highest court in Massachusetts was reviewing this request.
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Lindsay Clancy is involved in a legal case in Massachusetts.
Her lawyer asked the state's highest court, called the Supreme Judicial Court (SJC), to prevent a mistrial.
A mistrial means the trial ends without a decision, often because the jury can’t agree.
The lawyer wanted the jury to continue talking and decide on the case.
The SJC was reviewing this last-ditch effort by Clancy’s lawyer.
CBS News provided live coverage of the situation.
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The murder trial of Lindsay Clancy ended in a mistrial because the jury could not agree on whether she was responsible for the deaths of her three children in Massachusetts. The judge declared the mistrial after a week of deliberations, and now the district attorney will decide if Clancy will face a new trial or other legal options.
Key Facts
Lindsay Clancy was on trial for killing her three young children in January 2023.
The jury could not reach a unanimous decision, resulting in a mistrial.
The trial lasted seven days of jury deliberation.
Clancy will remain in custody at a psychiatric hospital while decisions are made.
The district attorney will decide whether to retry Clancy for first-degree murder, a lesser charge, or offer a plea deal.
Clancy’s defense attorney says she is not ready for a second trial but is prepared to go if needed.
Legal experts believe the prosecution may retry the case with a refined strategy or different charges.
Prosecutors may focus more on Clancy’s mental health and ability to understand right from wrong if the case is retried.
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The Trump administration has proposed a new rule to take away the tax-exempt status of private colleges that offer help to students based on race. This rule would affect programs like admissions and scholarships aimed at supporting Black, Hispanic, and other minority students and would apply starting after May 2027.
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The rule is proposed by the Treasury Department.
It targets private schools and colleges that have programs based on race.
The goal is to remove tax exemptions from schools that provide race-based benefits.
This includes help in admissions, scholarships, and access to facilities.
The proposed rule is part of a broader effort to end diversity programs aimed at minority students.
The change would take effect only after May 2027 if the rule is finalized.
It applies specifically to programs that target Black, Hispanic, and other minority groups.
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President Donald Trump will sign an executive order about the beef industry. He recently allowed more ground beef imports into the U.S. without higher tariffs for 90 days.
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President Trump announced pausing higher tariffs on ground beef imports for 90 days.
Up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef can enter the U.S. without extra tariffs.
The executive order focuses on the beef industry.
The White House confirmed the signing will happen on Friday.
The move follows Trump's earlier tariff decisions related to beef imports.
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President Donald Trump plans to build a 250-foot granite and gold triumphal arch in Washington, near the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery. The project has preliminary approval and excavation will begin soon despite ongoing legal challenges. The arch is meant to be a lasting symbol of his presidency, even if his political popularity declines.
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President Trump’s planned arch will be 250 feet tall and located at Memorial Circle in Washington, D.C.
The arch will be made of granite and topped with gold.
Excavation for the arch is scheduled to start within weeks.
The project has received preliminary approval but still faces lawsuits.
President Trump’s approval rating is currently low, around 33 percent in August polls.
Many voters disapprove of his handling of the cost of living, a key issue for upcoming elections.
The arch is seen as a way to create a lasting physical symbol that can outlive political setbacks.
The article compares Trump’s arch to ancient Roman monuments that preserved emperors’ legacies despite political opposition.
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An emergency hearing took place in the case of Lindsay Clancy before the highest court in the state. This happened after a judge said he would declare a mistrial, and Clancy’s lawyer quickly asked the court to review the decision.
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Lindsay Clancy is involved in a legal case being heard in state courts.
Plymouth Superior Court Judge William Sullivan planned to declare a mistrial in this case.
Clancy’s lawyer, Kevin Reddington, filed an emergency appeal to challenge the mistrial decision.
The state’s highest court, the Supreme Judicial Court, held a virtual hearing to consider the appeal.
The hearing was conducted online, not in person.
This appeal process is to decide whether the trial should continue or be redone.
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Senator John Fetterman, a Democrat from Pennsylvania, is facing calls to resign after a report said he shows little interest in his Senate duties. Several Democratic politicians criticized him for skipping meetings with constituents, avoiding local events, and other work responsibilities.
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A Wall Street Journal report claims Senator Fetterman often avoids meeting constituents, attending hearings, and appearing in Pennsylvania.
Fetterman reportedly dismissed concerns about vaccines and Medicaid from a hospital in Philadelphia.
He declined to meet with citizens from a flood-affected neighborhood, according to a state legislator.
Fetterman described attending a three-hour funeral for three killed police officers as a “nonstarter.”
Former Democratic Representative Conor Lamb publicly told Fetterman to resign from the Senate.
Other Democratic lawmakers called Fetterman lazy and unfit for office after the report.
Fetterman has not responded publicly to the allegations, and his office did not comment.
The report also mentions Fetterman moving slightly right on some political issues but denies plans to leave the Democratic Party.
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Maria Bartiromo’s lawyer said she was not fired from Fox News, despite reports saying otherwise. Fox News said Bartiromo left the network immediately but gave no reason for her departure.
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Fox News announced Maria Bartiromo’s departure without explaining why.
Bartiromo had worked at Fox News for more than 12 years.
She hosted a weekday morning show on Fox Business and a Sunday show.
Reports said she shared internal Fox News instructions about avoiding coverage of a Trump speech with the White House.
Bartiromo’s lawyer denies she was fired and says the reports are false.
The lawyer said they have proof and witnesses to support their claim.
Fox News referred to their original statement, giving no further comment.
Some speculate Bartiromo might join the Trump administration after the current press secretary steps down.
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A man carrying a knife was shot and killed by police on the Brooklyn Bridge after he ignored orders to drop the weapon and moved close to officers trying to help him. Police had been talking to the man for about an hour while he was on the bridge cables, and the incident caused part of the bridge to close and disrupted traffic.
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The man was walking on the cables of the Brooklyn Bridge with a knife.
Police used safety harnesses and spoke to him for about an hour, asking him to drop the knife.
The man said he wanted police to kill him and claimed he had a bomb.
When the man came within 3 feet of an officer and raised the knife, the officer shot him once.
The man was taken down and given medical aid but died later at a hospital.
Police found a knife and a flashlight but have not confirmed if a bomb was found.
The Brooklyn Bridge connects Manhattan and Brooklyn and is 276.5 feet tall at its towers.
This event followed another violent stabbing incident in Times Square earlier that week.
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President Donald Trump criticized the media's coverage of the ongoing Iran conflict. He expressed concern for the safety of American soldiers and the preparedness of the military, while emphasizing that the situation is not going as planned.
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President Trump addressed how the media reports on the Iran war.
He wants to protect U.S. service members from increased danger.
The President stresses the importance of military readiness for new threats.
He stated that the war is not progressing as expected.
The message implies criticism of overly positive media portrayals.
The focus is on keeping Americans informed about the true status of the conflict.
The article reflects concerns about the war’s impact on U.S. forces.
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The Missouri Supreme Court stopped a new congressional district map supported by President Donald Trump from being used in the November election. Instead, the court ordered a statewide vote to decide if the new map should be approved or rejected.
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The Missouri Supreme Court made a unanimous decision to block the new congressional map.
The new map was supported by President Donald Trump.
The map was intended for use in the November election.
The court ordered a statewide vote for Missouri voters to approve or reject the map.
Republicans supported the new map hoping to gain an extra House seat.
The new map was part of a wider redistricting effort urged by President Trump in GOP states.
Missouri has a close Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives.
This court ruling is a rare challenge against Republican efforts in the national redistricting process.
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A federal indictment accuses ICE officer Christian Castro of lying to investigators about a January shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant in Minneapolis. Castro was charged with making false statements and has been suspended without pay while the investigation continues.
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Christian Castro is an ICE officer charged with lying about a shooting incident.
The shooting involved Julio Sosa-Celis, who was shot through his door while children were inside.
Castro claimed he was lying on his back and was attacked by several people, but surveillance video and evidence dispute his account.
He was charged with six counts of making false statements to investigators.
Castro was taken into custody in Texas and appeared in court following his arrest.
He was released earlier after Texas Governor Greg Abbott did not sign an extradition warrant requested by Minnesota prosecutors.
The incident happened during a federal immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota under President Trump’s administration.
Castro has been suspended without pay by the Department of Homeland Security during the investigation.
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