Baltimore sees rising murders amid drop in arrests
Baltimore recorded its 37th and 38th homicides this month with the shooting deaths of Jennifer Jeffrey and her 7-year-old son Kester Browne in Southwest Baltimore. Family members recalled the quiet scene as police noted no forced entry. Arrests have fallen to fewer than half of last year’s pace, linked to the Freddie Gray case and ensuing investigations.
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FBI pledges full probe of 2014 Wal-Mart shooting
Cincinnati FBI chief Angela Byers said agents are conducting a thorough, ongoing review of the Aug. 5 2014 Wal-Mart police shooting in which 22 year old John Crawford II died after police said he refused to drop what was believed to be a rifle but was an air rifle. Authorities aim to ensure no federal action is needed.
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Tar blobs close California beaches amid oil spill probe
Manhattan Beach and 7 miles of Los Angeles coastline barred surfing and swimming as scientists seek tar sources. Cleanup left south Santa Monica Bay sand oil free overnight while officials monitor for more tar. Coast Guard and state teams will test tar and water, with results possible days away and no option ruled out, including last week offshore spill near Santa Barbara County.
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