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Sifting through hundreds of rolls of toilet paper, one Illinois police department has issued a warning following a recent uptick in pre-homecoming week vandalism. Related video: Golden retriever begs to play with intruder after home break-in The Plainfield, Illinois, Police Department said on Monday and Tuesday, officers received multiple calls reporting homes and vehicles had been vandalized with toilet paper, eggs, ketchup, laundry detergent pods, and other items.

Scientists have identified a new species of wild cat in Bolivia's Yungas cloud forest - the first wild cat species described by scientists in more than a century. The cat, named Leopardus tilcayo, or the Tilcayo cat, is smaller than an average domestic cat. It measures about 18 inches from its head to the end of its body and weighs approximately 3 pounds.

Congress has struggled to pass major legislation this year, putting off debates on annual spending, defense, cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence. But in its final weeks in session as the midterm elections approach, the Senate can agree on doing one thing - addressing college sports. The Senate voted twice this week to move forward on legislation to overhaul the rules and financing around college sports.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety announced Friday that 11 arrests have been made in connection with the shooting death of Claiborne County Deputy Terrian Bailey. Each of the following suspects are charged with first degree murder, aggravated assault, and conspiracy to commit murder.

By Stephen Cohn A 911 operator in Milwaukee was fired after she reportedly fell asleep while on duty, leading to a delayed police response to an attack on a 99-year-old woman, according to new records obtained by sister station WISN. Some may find the images in the video above to be disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised. The 99-year-old woman, identified by her attorneys as Shirley, called 911 three times during the July 27 attack inside her Milwaukee home.

Duncan Sheik, the Tony- and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter who crafted the music for "Spring Awakening," has died. He was 56. Sheik died Thursday from organ failure, his mother Suzanne Sheik told The New York Times. The Associated Press emailed his representatives for comment. Sheik had been best known for his lasting radio hit "Barely Breathing" when he turned his sights on Broadway with "Spring Awakening," resulting in the envelope-pushing show that musicalized teenage angst.

Jackson police are searching for Kourtenay Davis, who has been missing since 2016.

Home security cameras captured a golden retriever trying to befriend an intruder who broke into a San Diego home while its residents were out of town.

Hardwood floors have an enduring appeal few other flooring materials can match. Beautiful, durable and unique, each floor brings the warmth and character of natural wood into a home, creating a surface that evolves and lasts for generations. In fact, a 2026 Bona survey found that 87% of homeowners rank flooring among the home features they're most willing to invest in. Over time, even well-maintained hardwood floors can begin to show signs of everyday wear.

(BPT) - Quizás no sepas qué es una batería de iones de litio por su nombre, pero probablemente tengas varias en tu hogar y las utilices a diario. Estas baterías recargables proporcionan energía a teléfonos móviles, computadoras portátiles, bicicletas eléctricas, vehículos eléctricos, herramientas eléctricas, juguetes e incluso sistemas de energía domésticos. Las baterías de iones de litio almacenan energía con mayor densidad que las baterías tradicionales y son bastante potentes.