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Dorothy Hoffner, Chicago Woman Who Skydived at 104, Dies

Dorothy Hoffner gained international attention for her feat earlier this month, as millions viewed video of her descent and marveled at her sense of adventure.

Why Puerto Rico Is Adding ‘USA’ to Its Driver’s Licenses

Puerto Ricans have long been wrongly told that their driver’s licenses are not proof that they are American but some question whether the change will...

Chicago Woman Skydives at Age 104

This spring, Dorothy Hoffner said, she had a sudden yearning to fall from 10,000 feet for a second time.

Nashawn Breedlove, Rapper Who Dueled Eminem in ‘8 Mile,’ Dies at 46

He drew praise for his scene in the film, in which he belittled Eminem’s character with sarcastic lyrics, a gruff voice and an imposing presence.

Baltimore Police Search for Suspect in Killing of Tech C.E.O.

Pava LaPere, 26, had been heralded in the city as a rising businesswoman devoted to her community. Officials said the suspect, a sex offender released...

9 Deputies Indicted in Death of Man Beaten in Memphis Jail

Gershun Freeman, 33, died last year after being stomped, punched and pinned down by the deputies in Shelby County, Tenn., his family’s lawyer said.

Family of Irvo Otieno, Who Died in Custody in Virginia, Settles Suit for $8.5 Million

Lawyers for the family of Irvo Otieno say he died of asphyxiation after deputies and medical staff members piled on top of him at a...

Temple University Acting President Joanne Epps Dies

JoAnne A. Epps, who was appointed in April, was taken to a hospital after she became ill onstage at a memorial service on the university’s...

‘Zip Tie Guy’ and His Mother Get Prison Terms in Jan. 6 Riot

Eric Munchel, 32, of Tennessee, was sentenced to nearly five years in prison in connection with the attack on the U.S. Capitol in 2021, while...

Court Grants Temporary Stay on Texas’ Buoy Barrier in Rio Grande

The barrier was placed by the state to discourage illegal crossings from Mexico.
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