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NEW: SoCal homeowner opens fire on burglars, killing 1, wounding another.

A Grand Terrace man shot two men who broke into his home Tuesday night, one of whom later was pronounced dead at a local hospital.

The break-in was reported just after 9:15 p.m., when the resident, whose identity has not been released, told officers that multiple people broke into his home, prompting him to grab his gun, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said.

L.A. in a Minute: There was a break-in at my home last week. Here's what I learned in discussions with LAPD Captains, Sergeants, Detectives, and foot patrol as well as 911 dispatchers, City Council people and the Mayor.

Full thoughts on the break-in at my home last week: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCYqWKAQ1iw&feature=youtu.be

NEW: LAPD shoots man armed with baseball bat after he allegedly attacked his mom.

Officers got to the home on North Alfred Street just before 1:30 p.m. Friday, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

The department told Police Frequency that a man armed with a bat had broken a window and had tried to attack his mother with the bat. That's when officers shot him.

Officials identified the suspect only as a 50-year-old man. Paramedics took him to the hospital.

Police did not identify the suspect or provide any information on his condition.

The Fanwood NJ Police Department sadly announced the death of Officer Carlos Gonzalez Jr. Carlos Gonzalez, Jr., a decorated police officer passed away Wednesday, March 5th at JFK Medical Center in Edison after an extended battle with Lymphoma. He was 35 years old.

Rest Easy Brother. Prayers for his family of blue and blood. 🙏🏻

NLVPD welcomed 16 new officers when recruits graduated from the North Las Vegas Police Academy.

Please join us in congratulating our new police officers!

NLVPD

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY! 💙

In other news: Multiple security safes found on side of LA road.

Volunteers made a surprising discovery after finding numerous broken into safes on the side of the Santa Susana Pass near the 118 freeway. Inside the safes were birth certificates, passports, even a wedding album.

K9 Kell and Troopers from the New York State Police discovered approximately 4 pounds of methamphetamine during a traffic stop. 1 arrest was made the other two passengers were released. Well done.

*NEWS INTERRUPTION*

The Trump Administration just canceled $400 million in federal funding to Columbia University. Do you think this will make them see the error of their ways?

NEW: At least 12 people shot at pub near Scarborough Town Centre in Toronto, Canada.

"Progress Ave + Corporate Drive 
10:39pm
-approx. 7 people struck
-all victims transported to hospital
-unknown extent of injuries
-suspect wearing a black balaclava
-seen fleeing in silver car
-anyone w/info, contact 911

-updated injured: 12 victims
-4 victims have non-life-threatening injuries
-unknown extent of injuries for remaining at this time"

Toronto Police Operations

Pennsylvania: A Lewistown police officer was injured in a rollover crash over the weekend.

The crash happened Sunday evening on U.S. 322 south of town.
Lewistown Police said a driver struck a deer on U.S. 322 westbound at the south end of Lewistown and officers were responding.

To access the scene, responders had to use an emergency turnaround in the “narrows” section, where the highway and the Juniata River pass between Shade Mountain and Blue Mountain.

The police cruiser was struck by another car and rolled. The officer was taken to Geisinger Lewistown Hospital and released with minor injuries that evening. 

Please join us in sending prayers and, or, positive thoughts for his recovery. 🙏🏻

Read more: https://www.abc27.com/local-news/mifflin-county/lewistown-police-officer-injured-in-u-s-322-crash/

The Ventura County Fire Department sadly announced the line of duty death of Engineer Thomas “Tommy” James Daniel Minadeo at the age of 32.

Minadeo was diagnosed with job-related cancer last October and had been undergoing treatment.

“Tommy was part of our fire family for nearly 10 years, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with us in response to our community’s public safety needs,” Fire Chief Dustin Gardner said. “We now stand with Tommy’s family in grieving his passing and supporting each other.”

Rest In Peace, Hero 💔🖤

Yay! A gray fox rescued from the Airport Fire in September 2024 was released back into the wild after 5 months of recovery.

The fox suffered from severe tissue damage, with second- and third-degree burns covering its paw pads.

Good night to all! 😴

BREAKING OVERNIGHT: Earlier today the Boeing X37B Mission 7 has completed and the ship has successfully landed at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.

This comes after the plane spent the last 434 days in space after taking off via Falcon Heavy in late December 2023.

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! This year, we have a special reason to celebrate, as it also signifies a monumental milestone: 50 years of women serving in our department.

We use this day to recognize those who have paved the way for future generations and honor those who serve today. Every one of you has carved a path for others in law enforcement.

San Francisco Police

UPDATE: The 3rd Egg from Jackie and Shadow has completely emerged from its shell and appears to be moving around healthy.

OFFICIALLY 3 EAGLETS!

The next few days are going to be crucial to see if the little one can keep up with its siblings.

BREAKING OVERNIGHT: Man dead after 4 suspects try to rob him of his chain in South Los Angeles

A former Fairbanks educator, who taught at Hutchison High School and Tanana Middle School, appeared in court Tuesday after he was arrested and charged with three counts of first-degree sexual abuse of a minor.

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/former-alaska-teacher-faces-charges-for-sexual-abuse-of-a-student-he-took-in-as-a-foster-child