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Pilot arrested at SFO charged with 24 felonies related to alleged child sex abuse

Prosecutors in Contra Costa County have charged a Delta Air Lines co-pilot arrested last weekend with 24 felonies associated to the alleged sex abuse of a minor, the district attorney's office said Tuesday. Rustom Bhagwagar, 34, was arrested Saturday …

Disgraced state MP Gareth Ward jailed after sex abuse convictions

A disgraced NSW MP has been escorted behind bars days after he was found guilty of sexually abusing two young men. Kiama MP Gareth Ward, 44, was found guilty earlier in July by a NSW District Court jury of one sexual intercourse without consent and three …

More charges filed against Delta pilot accused of child sex abuse; 2nd suspect arrested

CBS News Live CBS News Bay Area Live Additional charges of child sex abuse were filed against a Delta Airlines pilot who was pulled off a Minneapolis-to-San Francisco flight upon arrival over the weekend, and authorities said a second suspect was arrested. …

Doctor masks up as talks continue on sex abuse charges

Nampa man sentenced to 65 years-life for multiple child sex abuse crimes

A Nampa man may spend the rest of his life in prison after pleading guilty to more than a dozen counts of child sexual abuse and exploitation. Kenneth Ray Dial Jr., age 42, was sentenced in Ada County on Monday to serve a minimum of 65 years and a maximum …

Lawsuits against Kadlec say clinic ignored sex abuse allegations against Richland doctor

RICHLAND, Wash. — Sex abuse survivors in Richland are suing Kadlec Clinic over what they called the medical center's failure to protect patients from the danger of being sexually abused by a doctor with a history of sexual assault complaints. A pair of …

Delta Pilot's Cockpit Arrest Capped Months-Long Child Sex Abuse Probe that Began in April By Liam Quinn

NEED TO KNOW A Delta Airlines copilot was arrested in the cockpit moments after a plane landed in San Francisco The pilot has been identified as Rustom Bhagwagar, 34, who was charged with five counts of oral copulation with a child under 10 years of age …

Update: Federal Agents Storm Delta Cockpit, Arrest Pilot On Child Sex Abuse Charges

A Delta co-pilot was arrested onboard moments after his flight landed in San Francisco. The charges against him are extremely lurid, helping to explain the curious nature of the arrest. Here’s the latest we know about this matter. Delta Flight 2809, …

Bond hearing held for brothers, former JCPS coaches indicted in child sex abuse case

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - Some intense moments in court Tuesday as two brothers and former JCPS football coaches were in court for a bond hearing. The indictment against Donnie and Ronnie Stoner includes counts of sexual abuse, sodomy and rape dating back …

Lauderdale Co. man indicted on multiple child sex abuse charges, held without bond

LAUDERDALE CO., Ala. (WAFF) - A Lauderdale County man was indicted on multiple child sex abuse-related crimes. According to court documents, 60-year-old Scotty Troy Reppond “engaged in sexual intercourse with a child who was less than 12 years old.” Scotty …

North suburban pastor accused of sex abuse of child for at least 3rd time: Chicago Archdiocese

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The pastor of a north suburban parish has been accused of sexual abuse of a child for at least the third time, Cardinal Blase Cupich said in a Chicago Archdiocese press release Tuesday. Father David Ryan, who has been reinstated twice …

Former JCPS coaches jailed on child sex abuse charges

Alleged survivors of Ronnie and Donnie Stoner rejoiced Tuesday afternoon outside the Jefferson County Judicial Center after a judge ordered each of the brothers jailed on a $500,000 bond. It was the brothers’ second time in court this month. Last week, …

A former SouthTech Academy teacher who sexually abused a teen student is headed to prison for decades.

Former SouthTech Academy teacher Damian Conti was sentenced to 35 years in prison for sexually abusing a student. Conti's defense argued for leniency, citing remorse and a childlike disposition, but the judge questioned the credibility of his remorse. …

Operator of Proposed CO Springs ICE Facility Lost License Amid Sex Abuse Investigation

The Baptiste Group, a Georgia-based company that provides disaster remediation, shelter, social services, and other emergency relief services, is one of the companies proposing an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Colorado Springs, …

Ulster County woman pleads guilty to possessing child sex abuse material

A Kingston woman has pleaded guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material. The Ulster County District Attorney's office said Danielle Scofield, 34, pleaded guilty to possessing an obscene sexual performance by a child, a felony, before visiting …

Now five victims of Rotherham grooming gangs claim police officers also sexually abused them at the time

Girls exploited by Asian grooming gangs in Rotherham allege that they were also preyed upon by police officers, it emerged today. One says she was raped from the age of 12 by a serving South Yorkshire Police officer in a marked car, the BBC reports. He …

‘Gut punch’: Lessons learned in horrific sex abuse case in Bibb County

BIBB COUNTY, Ala. (WBRC) - New reaction in west Alabama from leaders who say the horrific reports coming out of the investigation into sexual abuse in Bibb County have been a wake-up call for communities. As we have reported, at least seven people face …

Lauderdale Co. man indicted on multiple child sex abuse charges

Ulster County woman pleads guilty to possessing child sex abuse material 

How to Prepare a Commercial Roof for Severe Weather Events: Key Precautions Before the Next Storm

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As seasonal storm systems grow more frequent and intense, commercial property managers are being urged to examine roofing systems with renewed urgency. A commercial roof’s …

Flood Survivors in Four More Counties May Apply for Federal Assistance

AUSTIN, Texas – Homeowners and renters in Guadalupe, Kimble, McCulloch and Menard counties are now eligible to apply for federal disaster assistance if you were affected by the Central Texas flooding in July. FEMA, the State of Texas and the U.S. Small …

NorthWestern Energy Enhances Wildfire Risk Monitoring with Meteomatics

MetX Platform Supports Proactive Response to Changing Weather Conditions MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NorthWestern Energy, a provider of electricity and natural gas service to customers in Montana, South …

Crockett, Henderson, Humphreys, Lewis, Montgomery and Shelby Counties Eligible for FEMA Public Assistance

Local governments and certain nonprofit organizations in Crockett, Henderson, Humphreys, Lewis, Montgomery and Shelby counties are now eligible for FEMA Public Assistance grants for debris removal, emergency protective measures and permanent work to repair …

BioPREVAIL Launches Call for Proposals in World Design Challenge for Sustainable Diagnostic Containment Laboratories

Global Affair's Canada, World Organisation for Animal Health, and Global Health Security Fund Unite to Foster Innovation for One Health Security Initiative GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, July 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BioPREVAIL, a One Health …

Minnesota Whole Home Generator Demand Surges as Midwest Generators Rises to the Challenge

Demand for whole-home generators surges in response to a wave of severe storms and prolonged power outages across Minnesota. SAINT PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, July 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to a wave of severe storms and prolonged power …

Minnesota Whole Home Generator Demand Surges as Midwest Generators Rises to the Challenge

Demand for whole-home generators surges in response to a wave of severe storms and prolonged power outages across Minnesota. MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, July 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to a wave of severe storms and prolonged …

Comfort in Crisis: The Comfort Cub Brings A $24,030 Donation Emotional Relief to Families Devastated by Texas Floods

The Comfort Cub nonprofit donates $24K in therapeutic, weighted teddy bears to Texas flood survivors, bringing lifesaving support to families facing deep grief. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of the …

First Hawk Release in California Wildfire Devastated Natural Area

First City Credit Union and Los Angeles County Departments Releasing Red Tail Hawk in Eaton Canyon Natural Area on six-month anniversary of Eaton wildfire ALTADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First City Credit Union …

A Message Regarding the Flooding in Kerrville, Texas from AquaEye

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- We’ve received an overwhelming number of requests for help from Search & Rescue agencies responding to the devastating flood in Kerrville, Texas. The community is …

Company Launches Innovative Wildfire Safety Shelter to Protect Individuals and Valuables in High-Risk Areas

Wildfire Safety Systems Unveils the FORT™—a Patent-Pending, Fire-Resistant Shelter Offering Life-Saving Protection When Evacuation Isn’t Possible CA, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For people living in wildfire risk areas, …

Neptune-10 Sets New Standard in Smart Water Rescue and Marine Utility

MILFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hero LifeCare Inc., a leader in emergency response innovation, recently introduced the Neptune-10, a smart unmanned surface vehicle (USV) designed for rapid water rescue and …

Ylium Embraces Carbon-Free Blockchain Future with Polygon Technology

Ylium goes carbon-free with Polygon: 99.9% emission cut, green investments, and a sustainable blockchain future. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ylium, the blockchain platform designed for secure and …

LoneStar Tracking Supports Search and Rescue Efforts During Texas Flooding

During historic Texas flooding, LoneStar Tracking employees volunteered and deployed trackers to aid rescue teams in locating people and coordinating efforts. FISCHER, TX, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wake of …

Flood Survivors Can Get Crisis Counseling, Disaster Unemployment Benefits

AUSTIN, Texas – If you are feeling overwhelmed or stressed by the July storms and flooding that swept through Central Texas, you can get confidential crisis counseling and unemployment assistance to support you during this challenging time.  FEMA funds the …

FEMA Announces Billions in Federal Funds to Empower States to Prepare for Disasters

FEMA Issues Seven Notices of Funding Opportunity—With More on the Way  WASHINGTON -- Over the coming weeks, FEMA is marking billions of dollars in federal funding available for state, local, tribal and territorial partners. This includes seven Notices of …

Salike® Coir Netting - nature’s green solution for soil and seed protection

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In modern landscaping and gardening, there’s a growing demand for biodegradable, eco-conscious materials that don’t rely on plastics or peat. Salike® coir netting or geotextiles checks …

Helping Property Owners Tackle Insulation Challenges: An Overview of Building-Specific Solutions

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 29, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE As property owners and builders continue to face the challenges of managing temperature, moisture, and air quality in various building types, it's …

Continued Temporary Housing Assistance Available

ST. LOUIS – If you don’t have a safe place to live or if continued temporary housing is still needed because of recent disasters in Missouri, you can contact FEMA to request assistance.  Get help with rent To request assistance to help with rent, …

Local Choice Fence Expands Hurricane Response Services, Strengthening Its Position as Tampa’s Leading Fence Company

Local Choice Fence offers reinforced fencing solutions and fast storm damage repairs for homeowners across Tampa Bay during the hurricane season. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, July 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Florida braces for another …