NEW: SantaCon founder busted in federal fraud case.

Stefan Pildes, the man behind New York City's massive annual Santa bar crawl, was arrested Wednesday on wire fraud charges, Oliya Scootercaster reports.

Prosecutors say he siphoned hundreds of thousands of dollars in charitable donations raised through the event for his personal use.

According to the indictment: Nearly $3 million COLLECTED, more than half allegedly diverted into a "slush fund" used for concert tickets, fine dining, luxury vacations, home renovations - while only a small fraction actually went to charity.

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Please, praying for the Lee County Sheriff's deputy who was shot in the line of duty this evening. 🙏🏻

Alabama: A Lee County deputy is recovering after being shot while investigators attempted to serve a felony warrant in the Loachapoka area Wednesday evening. The suspect was killed during the exchange of gunfire, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.

The incident happened around 5:34 p.m. central time on Lee Road 188. Authorities say deputies and investigators were serving a warrant for first-degree rape when they were immediately met with gunfire after attempting to enter the residence. Deputies returned fire, fatally injuring the adult hispanic male suspect.
One deputy was struck in the upper arm. Officials said the deputy was in stable condition and was flown to UAB Hospital for treatment.

More: https://cnaw2news.com/2026/04/15/deputy-shot-suspect-killed-during-warrant-service-in-lee-county-child-found-safe-inside-home/

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NEW: A teenager was killed and two others were hurt in a gang-related shooting in Eisenhower Park on Long Island, police say.

According to the Nassau County Police Department, the shooting happened around 8:20 p.m. Wednesday near Hempstead Turnpike and Merrick Avenue.

Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder said an invitation for a barbeque at the park went out to gang members over social media. At the barbeque, two individuals got into an argument and shots were fired, Ryder said.

More: https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/eisenhower-park-east-meadow-long-island-shooting/

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Americans finally learn the TRUTH. The same Deep State playbook behind the Russia hoax was used to undermine the duly-elected President in the 2019 sham impeachment.

DNI Tulsi Gabbard breaks down the facts

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NEW: Federal agents serve search warrants at Lancaster City Hall.

A spokesperson for the FBI said affidavits in support of the warrants have been sealed by the court and they are unable to comment on the nature of the investigation.

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NEW: Nine more Chicago cops have been fired or are expected to be fired for obtaining fraudulent PPP loans during the pandemic, the city's inspector general says in its latest quarterly report.

Details: https://cwbchicago.com/2026/04/9-chicago-more-cops-busted-in-ppp-loan-fraud-probe-inspector-general-says.html

How many other city employees fired?

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Florida: A Temple Terrace police officer was injured in a crash Wednesday afternoon while traveling along Fowler Avenue, according to the Temple Terrace Police Department.

Police say the crash happened shortly after 3:30 p.m. The officer suffered injuries and is currently in stable condition. 

The people in the other vehicle were also evaluated, but their conditions have not been released at this time, according to police.
Police have not said what led to the crash.

Please, praying for all involved🙏🏻

https://www.fox13news.com/news/temple-terrace-police-officer-injured-crash-fowler-avenue

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GOD IS GOOD!!!🙏

A Californian baby had a special first flight after pilots welcomed him into the cockpit. ✈️👶

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Good night to all! 😴

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Thursday: Multiple hazards to go over across the nation. Some isolated to scattered severe thunderstorm potential on tap for today.

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NEW: A homeless encampment in Venice is fueling a growing political clash at LA City Hall.

Neighbors say the encampment is unsafe, citing crime and violence. Leaders are split — some pushing enforcement, others arguing it just shifts the problem. 📷FOXLA

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Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons: In FY 2025, Homeland Security conducted more than 4,800 arrests related to child exploitation and rescued nearly 1,500 child victims from ongoing sexual abuse. They’ve also dismantled more than 2,400 human smuggling operations. The 2027 budget will provide funding to continue critical investigations.

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Illinois: 2 Cook County Sheriff’s deputies were injured while breaking up a large teen fight, sending 1 to the hospital.

The incident occurred Wednesday afternoon, Chicago Police & Cook County Sheriff’s Police responded to calls of shots fired. When they arrived, they observed a physical altercation involving multiple juveniles, according to Chitown Crime Chasers X page.

As the deputies attempted to intervene, 2 female juvenile offenders struck both deputies. One sustained bruises to the face and was taken to St. Bernard Hospital in good condition. The other was bruised in the hip and denied medical treatment.

Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for the deputies recovery🙏🏻

Two 15-yr-old girls were placed into custody for battery on a police officer. Charges are pending.

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BREAKING: ICE picked Luis Marcano-Marcano this morning from the Mecklenburg County Jail, Joe Bruno reports.

Court records show Marcano posted his $25K secured bond last night. With a detainer in place, ICE had 48 hours to pick him up before he was released. Judge Karen McCallum lowered his bond from $1 million secured to $25K secured.

Court documents say the Venezuelan is a known TdA gang member in the country illegally. He was living in Mint Hill at the time of his arrest.  According to the affidavit, after Marcano's birthday party he and his wife were sitting on their back porch and got into an argument. He admitted to shooting the ground next to her feet.

When he put the gun on the rail, his wife grabbed the pistol and attempted to put it in her pocket but accidentally pulled the trigger. The bullet struck her stomach and she killed her unborn 7 month old baby.

Court documents say Marcano drove his wife to the hospital, dropped her off, then went back to their home, grabbed the pistol and threw it in the woods.   The affidavit says Luis Marcano-Marcano is a known member of the Tren de Aragua (TdA) gang.

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WATCH: Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force General Dan Caine hold a briefing as Trump's blockade of Iran is in full effect.

SecWar with a message to Iranian leadership: "As our negotiators have said, you, Iran, could choose a prosperous future, a golden bridge, and we hope that you do for the people of Iran. In the meantime, and for as long as it takes, we will maintain this successful blockade. But if Iran chooses poorly, then they will have a blockade AND bombs dropping on infrastructure, power, and energy."

Chairman Gen. Dan Caine: "I'd like to emphasize during this pause that the United States joint force remains postured and ready to resume major combat operations at literally a moment's notice."

"Let me be clear: this blockade applies to ALL ships, regardless of nationality, heading into or from Iranian ports. The U.S. action is a blockade of Iran’s ports and coastline, not a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Enforcement will occur inside Iran's territorial seas and in international waters."

Chairman Gen. Dan Caine on the heroic forces enforcing the blockade of Iran:

"Our sailors maintain a constant watch, maneuvering the ship tactically and safely through always congested water space... It is like driving a sports car through a supermarket parking lot on a pay day weekend with thousands of kids in that parking lot."

Adm. Cooper: "We embedded specially trained U.S. military air defenders alongside our partner nation soldiers... The King and Crown Prince of Bahrain both personally knew our soldiers by name."

God bless our Gulf allies!

CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper on his recent visits to U.S. forces: "Every time I interact with these young men and women downrange, I am deeply inspired by their courage, their resilience, and their unwavering commitment." 🇺🇸

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