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Tiger Woods pleaded guilty to reckless driving in a Florida case related to a car crash. He agreed to a five-year suspension of his driver’s license and a $1,000 fine.
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Tiger Woods changed his plea to guilty on reckless driving charges.
The case comes from a March car crash where Woods’ vehicle rolled over after hitting a truck.
Woods’ driver’s license will be suspended for five years, and he must pay a $1,000 fine.
He was driving on a road with a 30 mph speed limit and was reported to be driving fast.
Woods agreed to a Breathalyzer test (result was zero alcohol) but refused a urine test.
Police found two opioid pills (hydrocodone) in Woods’ pants after the crash.
Woods was not injured in the crash but admitted to looking at his phone and changing the radio before the accident.
Woods has a history of car accidents and issues related to pain medication.
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Tiger Woods changed his plea in a Florida court for a DUI case linked to a March rollover crash. Under a plea deal, he admitted to reckless driving and careless driving charges, leading to a five-year suspension of his driver's license.
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Tiger Woods was arrested in March 2026 after a rollover car crash in Jupiter Island, Florida.
No one was injured in the crash.
Woods initially pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence and refusing a lawful test.
In the plea agreement, his charges were lowered to reckless driving (second offense) and careless driving.
The judge sentenced Woods to a five-year driver's license suspension with no exceptions.
Woods refused to take a urine test to check for drugs or medication but had no alcohol in his system.
Two hydrocodone pills were found in Woods' possession at the time of arrest.
Woods appeared in court with his girlfriend Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr.
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A judge decided that Tyler Robinson will go to trial for the murder of Charlie Kirk. Robinson is accused of shooting Kirk last September at Utah Valley University and could face the death penalty.
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Tyler Robinson is accused of killing Charlie Kirk by shooting him.
The incident happened in front of a crowd at Utah Valley University.
The shooting took place in September of the previous year.
A judge ruled that Robinson will stand trial for the murder charge.
Because of the charges, Robinson might be sentenced to the death penalty if convicted.
The case is now moving forward in the legal system.
The news was reported by CBS News correspondent Carter Evans.
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A U.S. Postal Service whistleblower has raised concerns that President Donald Trump's new system to check mail-in ballots may not work properly. The whistleblower warned the plan could cause major problems in the voting process.
Key Facts
The whistleblower works for the U.S. Postal Service.
The issue is with a new system for screening mailed ballots.
The system was introduced by President Donald Trump.
The whistleblower believes the system is faulty.
There is a risk the system could lead to serious voting problems.
CBS News election law expert David Becker discussed these concerns.
Mail-in voting has become a key method for casting ballots in recent elections.
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A Pennsylvania police officer is charged after shooting and killing a college student who mistakenly knocked on the wrong house’s door. The family of the student has spoken publicly about the incident.
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The incident happened in Pennsylvania.
A college student was shot and killed by a police officer.
The student had knocked on the wrong house’s door by mistake.
The police officer involved now faces criminal charges.
The student’s parents have made public statements about what happened.
This case received media attention from CBS News.
The details continue to develop as the investigation proceeds.
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The US Army used a 20-kilowatt laser to destroy three drones near the US-Mexico border. The operation was led by the Joint Task Force Southern Border to protect military and Border Patrol personnel from potential threats.
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The laser system used is called the Locust Laser Weapon System, part of the Army's High-Energy Multipurpose Laser (AMP-HEL) program.
The operation took place around August 25-26 near the Rio Grande Valley in Texas.
The laser works by focusing a powerful beam of light to detect, track, and disable drones.
The drones neutralized were reportedly posing a physical threat to US military and Customs and Border Patrol officials.
The Joint Task Force Southern Border suspects these drones may be linked to drug trafficking groups in Mexico.
AeroVironment, a defense technology company, began delivering prototype laser weapons in 2025, with upgrades continuing later that year.
The Locust system can be mounted on military vehicles and integrates radar and command systems for better defense capabilities.
The use of this technology fits into President Donald Trump’s second-term efforts to combat illegal immigration and drug cartels along the border.
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Tyler Robinson, 23 years old, is accused of killing Charlie Kirk, a right-wing activist, on a college campus in Utah. The case is moving forward and will soon go to trial.
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Tyler Robinson is 23 years old.
He is accused of killing Charlie Kirk.
Charlie Kirk is known as a right-wing activist.
The incident happened on a college campus in Utah.
The legal case against Robinson is progressing.
A trial date is approaching soon.
CBS News reporter Carter Evans covered the story.
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The article discusses concerns about prediction markets related to President Donald Trump and his family. It suggests that these markets, where people can bet on political outcomes, may create conflicts of interest and ethical issues.
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Prediction markets allow people to bet on the results of political events.
The Trump family reportedly profits from these prediction markets.
There are worries that these profits could influence political decisions.
Critics question whether Republicans will regulate these markets given the Trump family's involvement.
The article raises concerns about corruption linked to money made from prediction markets tied to public figures.
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Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, has pleaded not guilty to murder charges in Utah. The charges could lead to the death penalty if he is convicted.
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Tyler Robinson is the suspect in the killing of Charlie Kirk.
Charlie Kirk is a conservative activist.
Robinson has pleaded not guilty to murder charges.
The crime took place in the state of Utah.
If convicted, Robinson could face the death penalty.
The case is currently in the legal process.
No additional details about the incident or motives were provided in the article.
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A woman named Lynnette Bellin was bitten by a river otter while swimming at Lake Tahoe, Nevada. She needed 38 stitches and rabies shots after the attack, which was the second otter bite incident at the lake in one month.
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Lynnette Bellin was swimming near Hidden Beach on the Nevada side of Lake Tahoe when the otter bit her leg.
The otter grabbed her leg, pulled her underwater, and attacked her repeatedly.
Bellin escaped to rocks and then a hiking trail before emergency responders took her to the hospital.
She received 38 stitches and rabies shots as treatment.
Otter attacks at Lake Tahoe are rare but can happen, especially when otters are protecting their young in late summer.
This was the second otter attack at Lake Tahoe in August; another swimmer was bitten near Pope Beach on the California side and treated for eight bites.
Wildlife officials recommend keeping distance from wild animals, including otters, to avoid attacks.
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Tiger Woods agreed to a plea deal for reckless driving after a rollover crash near his home in Florida in March. He was originally charged with driving under the influence but pleaded not guilty to that charge.
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The crash happened on a beachside road on Jupiter Island, Florida.
Woods' SUV hit a truck and rolled onto its side, causing about $5,000 in damage.
Woods was found with two pain pills and showed signs of impairment at the scene.
He took a Breathalyzer test that was negative but refused a urine test.
Woods told a deputy he was distracted by his phone and changing the radio when the crash happened.
Neither Woods nor the other driver was injured in the crash.
Woods has experienced several car crashes and has taken breaks from golf because of injuries and health issues.
He has not returned to professional golf tournaments since the latest crash.
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Rep. Jared Golden, a Democrat from Maine, supported a Republican rule for several GOP messaging bills. He said he made this choice because he wanted to support fishermen. Another Democrat, Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez from Washington, also voted with Republicans on these bills.
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Rep. Jared Golden is a Democrat representing Maine.
Golden voted with Republicans to advance four GOP messaging bills.
He explained his vote as supporting fishermen’s interests.
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, a Democrat from Washington, also voted with Republicans.
This vote broke from the majority of Democratic members who opposed the rule.
The action was about setting rules for debating bills, known as a "rule" vote.
These bills focused on GOP messaging, likely political communication priorities for Republicans.
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Former boxer Tommy Coyle is giving away free school uniforms in Hull to help families during an expensive time of year. His event will provide uniforms of all sizes and colors with no questions asked, aiming to support children from underprivileged backgrounds.
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Tommy Coyle is a former Commonwealth lightweight boxing champion.
He retired from boxing in 2019 and started a sports foundation to help children.
Coyle has held six previous school uniform giveaways; this will be his seventh.
The giveaway event will take place at his TC60 gym on Humber Street from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. BST.
About 400 uniforms were given out last year, with numbers increasing each year.
Coyle provides unbranded uniforms to avoid bullying related to expensive clothing brands.
He works with local businesses like Transwaste Recycling, Cranswick, and MKM to supply the uniforms.
The goal is to help families afford school clothing during a time when prices are rising.
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Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial have been unable to agree on a verdict after 18 hours of discussion. The judge asked them to keep trying, but a mistrial, which means the trial ends without a decision, may happen soon.
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Jurors in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial reported they are deadlocked.
They have been discussing the case for 18 hours without reaching a decision.
The judge told the jurors to continue their deliberations.
There is a possibility the judge may declare a mistrial if no verdict is reached.
A mistrial means the trial ends with no winner or loser, and the case might be retried later.
The case is being reported by CBS News.
The jury's difficulty suggests they are split on how to decide Lindsay Clancy’s guilt or innocence.
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The jury in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial could not reach a verdict after four days of discussing the case. The judge asked the jury to keep talking to try to reach a decision.
Key Facts
Lindsay Clancy is on trial for murder.
The jury has been deliberating for four days.
After four days, the jury told the judge they could not agree on a verdict.
The judge instructed the jury to continue their discussions.
CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe commented on the case.
The news was reported by CBS News.
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Senator Ed Markey won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in Massachusetts. He credited his victory to growing support for progressive ideas among voters.
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Ed Markey is the current Democratic Senator from Massachusetts.
He recently won the Democratic primary election in Massachusetts.
Markey described his win as a result of increasing progressive support.
The primary election determines who will represent the Democratic Party in the general election.
Progressive ideas typically focus on social justice, environmental protection, and economic reforms.
This victory allows Markey to continue his campaign for a Senate seat.
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Families of three people killed in Nottingham in 2023 said the police did not tell them about a man who had been watching them and had a history of violence and mental illness. The families only learned more details about this man after an investigation involving the police was launched.
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Barnaby Webber, Grace O'Malley-Kumar, and Ian Coates were killed by Valdo Calocane on June 13, 2023.
Calocane had been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in 2020 and also tried to harm three other people.
A man interested in the families tried to contact them but police did not share his violent past or mental health history with the families.
Grace’s father was told in 2025 that a man had visited his doctor’s office but was not given full details about the man’s risks.
Families later found out from the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) that the man was on a government program called Prevent and had been detained before.
Barnaby Webber’s mother said police did not inform her about the man traveling to Somerset, near where she lives, to try to find victims’ families.
The IOPC is reviewing police actions and deciding what further steps to take.
The families said they want the police to be clear and honest about risks to keep them safe.
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Scams in the U.S. reached a record high, with Americans reporting $15.9 billion in losses in 2025. Many victims receive little help and may even face extra financial problems, like paying taxes on stolen money or being blamed by banks.
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Americans lost $15.9 billion to scams in 2025, a 25% increase from 2024, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
The real losses are believed to be much higher, estimated at around $200 billion for 2024.
Nearly all Americans (98%) think they have been targeted by scams, and 30% say they lost money or information.
Interviewed victims ranged from 32 to 90 years old and lost amounts from thousands to millions of dollars.
Some victims face tax bills on stolen money because of changes in tax laws made permanent in 2025 under President Trump’s Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Banks sometimes freeze victims’ accounts, demand repayments, or accuse them of complicity in scams.
Financial institutions spend money trying to prevent fraud but are rarely responsible for authorized transactions by customers.
The investigation was done by The Associated Press and FRONTLINE based on interviews with 58 scam victims.
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A group of U.S. lawmakers is asking the Army why it told a unit based in Europe to stop focusing on drone warfare. The 173rd Airborne Brigade was working on using drones in military actions similar to those in Ukraine, but the Army changed its focus back to traditional airborne infantry tasks.
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The 173rd Airborne Brigade was specializing in drone warfare and drone building.
This brigade was created in November and has around 600 soldiers.
Lawmakers are concerned stopping this unit’s drone work could slow the U.S. military’s ability to learn from allies like Ukraine.
The lawmakers sent a letter to Army leadership requesting an explanation for the decision.
The letter was signed by senators and a representative from different political parties.
General Christopher LaNeve, acting Army chief of staff, ordered the unit to return to its original airborne infantry role.
The change happened after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth removed the previous Army chief of staff, Gen. Randy George.
Gen. Randy George and Army Secretary Dan Driscoll had supported advancing drone use in the military before they left their positions.
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Scams in the United States have reached a record high, affecting many people who lose large amounts of money. Despite efforts by President Trump’s administration and Congress, most victims receive little help, and some even lose more money after being scammed.
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Scams in the U.S. are at their highest level ever recorded.
Victims often receive little or no assistance after being scammed.
Some victims lose additional money while trying to recover their losses.
President Donald Trump’s administration and Congress have made efforts to fight scams.
Examples include Simon, who lost $800,000 from his retirement savings, and Debra Fox, who lost $58,000 in a romance scam.
Alice Lin lost $720,000 saved over her lifetime but worked to recover some funds.
Brian Glick lost $575,000 and actively fights to recover his money, also raising awareness through a podcast.
Most scam victims feel shame and often do not tell their families about the crime.
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