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Southern Arkansas University is recovering from an attack against its computer servers. A statement said SAU is responding to a security incident that disrupted access to university systems and applications. SAU has come out and stated that “SAU is working with independent forensic specialists to investigate the situation and will take all appropriate actions in response to its findings,” (Hack disrupts Southern Arkansas University communications | Colleges & Universities | magnoliareporter.com
State News
Pine Bluff police have released information about a murder-suicide that occurred over the weekend. Police said on Sunday at 7:01 p.m. they were dispatched to 1404 Avondale Drive due to a shooting. Police said once they arrived, they located 28-year-old Takyrra Scott slumped over in the driver's side of a grey passenger vehicle at 1402 Avondale Drive. Scott had been shot in the head and the hand. She was taken to JRMC, where she died due to her injuries. (Pine Bluff police investigate weekend murder-suicide tied to former couple | KATV)
Little Rock police officer arrested for DWI, found intoxicated in vehicle. According to a news release, officer, Paul Riley, 27, of Little Rock, was charged with DWI and was placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of an administrative investigation. LRPD stated Riley was not on duty and is currently assigned to the extended leave unit to fulfill a military obligation. ( Little Rock police officer arrested for DWI, found intoxicated in vehicle | KATV)
National News
A debris field was found and identified Monday as the remains of an F-35 fighter jet that went missing a day earlier near Charleston, South Carolina, after its pilot ejected, according to the Marine Corps and a defense official with knowledge of the search. The debris field is approximately two hours northeast of Joint Base Charleston. JB Charleston, which led the search, “is transferring incident command to the USMC this evening, as they begin the recovery process,” the Marine Corps said in a news release. Members of the community were cautioned to avoid the area so the recovery team could secure the debris field and begin the recovery process. (F-35 fighter jet: Officials find debris field of jet that went missing near Charleston, South Carolina | CNN)
The state of California is suing the oil companies BP, ExxonMobil, Chevron, Shell and ConocoPhillips and their trade group, the American Petroleum Institute, over what the state says is a long-standing pattern of deceiving the public over the risks associated with fossil fuels and causing billions of dollars in damage to communities and the environment, according to a complaint filed Friday. (California sues 5 major oil companies, accuses them of deceiving public over the risks of fossil fuel use | CNN)
International News
American XL Bully dogs could be banned in the U.K. by the end of the year, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said Friday. There have been a string of attacks involving the canine breed, including a fatal one in Staffordshire, England. In a statement, West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) said a male victim had "sustained multiple life-threatening injuries" and was in "critical condition" after an attack by a suspected XL Bully dog. (American XL Bully dogs to be banned in the UK following string of attacks - ABC News)
A black bear was spotted Monday at Magic Kingdom, and it wasn't in the safari at Animal Kingdom or in the Country Bear Jamboree show. The wild black bear was spotted in a tree at Magic Kingdom, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), which was called in to help capture the animal. The FWC said Monday afternoon that the adult, female bear was captured by a team of FWC Law Enforcement officers and biologists from its Bear Management Program. (Rides reopened after black bear captured at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom park - Good Morning America)
Sports
Pittsburgh Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb was charted off the field during the second quarter of Monday night's game in Pittsburgh. The All-Pro rusher injured his left knee after a 5-yard run to the Steelers' 3-yard line. Chubb's legs bent awkwardly underneath him while being tackled. He was immediately ruled out and the Browns fear Chubb suffered a significant knee injury, sources told ESPN. (Michigan State begins process of firing coach Mel Tucker - ESPN)
Colorado State player's family receiving death threats after hit. The Colorado State University Police Department and local authorities have looked into threats -- including death threats -- against Colorado State defensive back Henry Blackburn and his family, athletic director Joe Parker told ESPN on Monday. (Colorado State player, family receive death threats after hit - ESPN)
Popular Culture
Drew Barrymore made the controversial decision to bring back her talk show amid the writer’s strike, then doubled down amid backlash and finally changed her mind, all in the span of a week. Barrymore announced the return of "The Drew Barrymore Show" on Sept. 10. (Pop Culture: Entertainment and Celebrity News, Photos & Videos - TODAY.com | TODAY)
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The estranged husband of Ruby Franke, the Utah YouTuber arrested for child abuse, refuses to “sling mud and point fingers" following accusations that he could have saved his children, says his attorney. Kevin Franke and Ruby Franke are the parents of six children, who were featured on their mom's former YouTube channel "8 Passengers" since 2015. The account, followed by millions, was controversial for Ruby's uncompromising punishments. It has since been taken down. (Ruby Franke’s Husband Kevin Speaks Out (today.com)
Weird News
Gator with missing nose and upper jaw finds a new home in Florida reptile park. A Florida reptile park has taken in an alligator that lost its nose and upper jaw to a fight or boat propeller. Gatorland Orlando said over the weekend that the injured alligator came from a lake in nearby Sanford, about 20 miles (32 kilometers) northeast of Orlando. (Gator with missing nose and upper jaw finds new home in Florida reptile park | AP News)
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Two bears on an Alaska military base raided a Krispy Kreme doughnut van that was stopped outside a convenience store during its delivery route. The driver usually left his doors open when he stopped at the store but this time a sow and one of her cubs that loiter nearby sauntered inside, where they stayed for probably 20 minutes Tuesday morning, said Shelly Deano, the store manager for Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson JMM Express. (Bears raid a Krispy Kreme doughnut van making deliveries on an Alaska military base | AP News)
Trending on social media
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's rumored romance was referenced during an NFL broadcast and the announcer was the real winner of the game. Travis Kelce and singer Taylor Swift's rumored romance during a game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Kansas City Chiefs. (Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's rumored romance was referenced during an NFL broadcast, and the announcer was the real winner of the game (msn.com)
Kylie Jenner and Timothee Chalamet kept fans guessing for months before they made their first public appearance together. The reality TV star and Oscar-nominated actor were first linked romantically in April 2023, but it wasn't until they were spotted kissing at Beyonce's Renaissance World Tour in early September that they made a public debut. (Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet's Relationship Timeline (people.com)
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