A powerful winter storm swept through Southern California, bringing wind, rain, and snow down to elevations as low as 1,000 feet. The storm has caused significant impact, with potential for flooding, mud and debris flows, and other hazardous conditions. Residents are urged to take caution and avoid unnecessary travel as the storm is expected to move out of the area by Sunday.
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Police in Hong Kong have arrested the ex-husband of 28-year-old Chinese model and influencer Abby Choi, along with her former in-laws, after parts of her dismembered body were found in a rental unit in the north of the city. Police also discovered tools used to dismember human bodies, as well as the victim's ID, credit cards and other belongings in the home. Her ex-husband was arrested while trying to flee at a pier in Tung Chung, and the investigation is ongoing.
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Scott Adams, the creator of the popular comic strip “Dilbert,” has been widely condemned for his racist tirade and as a result, newspapers across the United States have dropped the comic strip. His comments were in response to a poll from the conservative firm Rasmussen Reports and he has yet to apologize for his words. The cancellation of “Dilbert” is a reminder of the power of words and the importance of holding people accountable for their words and actions.
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A 17-year-old student from Matanzas High School in Florida has been arrested and charged with felony aggravated battery with bodily harm after a video showed him attacking a school employee. The student reportedly became upset after the employee took away his Nintendo Switch device and threatened to "beat her up" every time she took away his game. Surveillance footage of the incident showed the student pummeling the employee, leaving her unconscious.
Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) is under investigation for lying to a Seattle judge about working for Goldman Sachs during a 2017 court appearance. The investigation began when his Florida address was found inside a rental car used by a suspect in an ATM skimming investigation. During the hearing, Santos spoke in support of the suspect, claiming his parents had been sending money to ensure he had a place to stay if released on bail. Santos has not yet commented on the audio or the investigation.
Scott Adams, creator of the long-running comic strip Dilbert, recently made controversial comments about Black people during an online video show. His remarks have sparked a backlash from readers and media outlets, leading to the strip's removal from several newspapers across the U.S. under the USA Today and Advance Local umbrellas. Andrews McMeel Syndication, which distributes Dilbert, has not yet responded to requests for comment.