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Josh Lanier

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Josh Lanier started his reporting career in high school for his local newspaper. Many — many — years later, he’s still chasing leads for compelling stories. During his time writing for newspapers, magazines, and online publications, he’s covered everything from murderers to mommy bloggers, but his most interesting story is always the next one.


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Death Penalty Possible For Man Accused Of Killing National Guard Specialist Near White House Death Penalty Possible For Man Accused Of Killing National Guard Specialist Near White House
Death Penalty Possible For Man Accused Of Killing National Guard Specialist Near White House A man accused of carrying out a deadly ambush on National Guard members steps from the White House now faces new federal charges that could lead to the death penalty, prosecutors announced.  Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 30, an Afghan national, was charged in a 17-count superseding indictment filed in U.S. District Court on Tuesday, June 16, according to U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro. The new charges stem from the shooting that killed Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and seriously injured Sgt. Andrew Wolfe on Nov. 26. Beckstrom, a member of the West Virginia National Guard, was killed in the sh…

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$1M Lottery Jackpot: Lawrence Man Has Smart Plans For His Big Payday $1M Lottery Jackpot: Lawrence Man Has Smart Plans For His Big Payday
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Lawrence Man Has Smart Plans For His Big Payday A newly minted Massachusetts millionaire said he has a very sensible plan for his lottery winnings.  Ruben Rosario, of Lawrence, won $1 million in the $10 scrath-off game “$4,000,000 In The Money" in the Massachusetts State Lottery recently.  He elected to take the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full amount over 20 years. He said he plans to save the money and invest the rest.  Rosario bought his winning ticket at Ted's Stateline Mobil, 551 Broadway in Methuen. The store will receive a $10,000 bonus for…

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Authorities ID Sisters Killed In Bellingham Fire; Officials Believe Blaze Started In Bedroom Authorities ID Sisters Killed In Bellingham Fire; Officials Believe Blaze Started In Bedroom
Authorities ID Sisters Killed In Bellingham Fire; Officials Believe Blaze Started In Bedroom Authorities have identified the two women who were killed in a Massachusetts fire earlier this week, and an initial investigation found the fire was not intentionally set.  The fire happened at a home on Temi Road in Bellingham on Monday, June 15. Firefighters rescued 68-year-old Patricia Cronin and 75-year-old Elizabeth Emery from the flames, but both women later died at an area hospital. Investigators believe the fire most likely started in a first-floor bedroom at the rear of the home. After examining the heavily damaged house, interviewing witnesses, and reviewing other evidence, a…

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Enfield K-9 Dunkin Leads Officers To Pound-Plus Cocaine Bust During I-91 Stop Enfield K-9 Dunkin Leads Officers To Pound-Plus Cocaine Bust During I-91 Stop
Enfield K-9 Dunkin Leads Officers To Pound-Plus Cocaine Bust During I-91 Stop A routine traffic stop on Interstate 91 in Connecticut led to police uncovering more than a pound of cocaine and fentanyl at a Massachusetts home, police said.  Iden Moreno-Rivera, 30, was stopped Monday, June 15, near Exit 47 on I-91 north in Enfield for multiple vehicle violations, according to police.  During the stop, officers became suspicious that contraband was inside the vehicle. Enfield police brought in K-9 Dunkin for a free-air sniff around the car.  Dunkin alerted officers to the presence of narcotics, giving them probable cause to search the vehicle, according t…

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Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking Boston Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking Boston Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries
Scottish Soccer Fans Are Drinking Boston Bars Dry, Forcing Emergency Beer Deliveries The British may have marched on Boston centuries ago, looking for a fight. This time, the Scots are here looking for a pint.  Scottish soccer fans have descended on Massachusetts for the World Cup, and in less than a week, they've helped drink some of the city's bars dry. The "Tartan Army" spent the past week filling restaurants and pubs, and in some cases helping empty beer taps across the city, according to NBC Boston. The fans took over the streets last weekend after Scotland claimed a 1-0 win over Haiti on Saturday and marched to Fenway Park for a Red Sox game on Sunday. Sam Ad…

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CT Pastor Accused Of Forging Signatures To Get On Democratic Primary Ballot CT Pastor Accused Of Forging Signatures To Get On Democratic Primary Ballot
CT Pastor Accused Of Forging Signatures To Get On Democratic Primary Ballot A Connecticut man is facing multiple felony charges after state prosecutors say he submitted forged signatures to secure a spot on a Democratic primary ballot, authorities said. Rev. Robert Hoggard, 33, of Middletown, was arrested and charged earlier this month in connection with petition forms submitted for a Democratic race in the 33rd District, Chief State's Attorney Patrick J. Griffin said Wednesday, June 17. Hoggard is charged with 14 counts of second-degree forgery and six counts of perjury. According to prosecutors, Hoggard sought to run as a Democrat in the 33rd District in 2024 but…

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New Haven Man Who Sexually Assaulted Child For 10 Years Sentenced To Prison: State New Haven Man Who Sexually Assaulted Child For 10 Years Sentenced To Prison: State
New Haven Man Who Sexually Assaulted Child For 10 Years Sentenced To Prison: State A Connecticut man who repeatedly sexually assaulted a child from the time she was 6 years old until she was 16 has been sentenced to prison, prosecutors said. Demarres Taft Sr., 46, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on June 9, with that sentence being suspended after 15 years, according to New Haven Judicial District State's Attorney John P. Doyle Jr. on Wednesday, June 17.  The sentence comes less than two months after a New Haven Superior Court jury found Taft guilty of first-degree sexual assault. Prosecutors said evidence presented at trial showed Taft repeatedly sexually a…

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Teen Girl, 14, Charged After Swatting Calls Trigger Emergency Response At Killingly High: Cops Teen Girl, 14, Charged After Swatting Calls Trigger Emergency Response At Killingly High: Cops
Teen Girl, 14, Charged After Swatting Calls Trigger Emergency Response At Killingly High: Cops A 14-year-old girl has been arrested in connection with a swatting investigation that triggered a large-scale emergency response at a Connecticut high school, according to Connecticut State Police. The arrest was announced Tuesday, June 16, following a months-long investigation involving Connecticut State Police, Killingly police, and the Killingly School District School Resource Office. Authorities said the case began in March as investigators worked to identify the person responsible for a series of swatting incidents. State police said investigators later executed a search warrant for e…

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Teen Moped Rider Fighting For Life After Waterbury Truck Crash: Police Teen Moped Rider Fighting For Life After Waterbury Truck Crash: Police
Teen Moped Rider Fighting For Life After Waterbury Truck Crash: Police A Connecticut teenager was seriously injured in a crash involving a pickup truck and a moped, according to police. The collision happened around 6:51 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, in the 1000 block of Meriden Road in Waterbury.  Waterbury police said the pickup truck driver was turning into a private driveway when the vehicle collided with a moped. The pickup truck driver, a 65-year-old from Cheshire, was not injured and declined medical treatment, police said. The moped rider, an 18-year-old from Waterbury, suffered serious internal injuries. He was rushed to a local hospital in critica…

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'Unimaginable Abuse': Adams Man Gets Decades In Prison After Child Sex Assault Conviction 'Unimaginable Abuse': Adams Man Gets Decades In Prison After Child Sex Assault Conviction
'Unimaginable Abuse': Adams Man Gets Decades In Prison After Child Sex Assault Conviction A 39-year-old Massachusetts man who was convicted of sexually assaulting a child younger than 14, among other charges, will spend decades behind bars, authorities said.  Michael Hiser, of Adams, was convicted of aggravated indecent assault and battery on a child, photographing an unsuspecting nude child, indecent exposure, and aggravated indecent assault on a child, the Berkshire County District Attorney's Office said. He was sentenced to up to 20 years in prison.  As part of his sentencing, Hiser must undergo sex offender treatment, register as a child sex offender, agree to GPS …

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