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Detroit police: serial killer may be targeting sex workers

(WDIV) Police in Detroit, Michigan are investigating a possible serial killer who they believe has been targeting sex workers. Detroit Police Chief James Craig acknowledges the murders of three women may all be related, and the department believes the killer is a man. Police are asking sex workers to come forward with any information they might have. Craig said the…

Cancer blood test shows promise

(KVOA) When it comes to fighting cancer, early detection is key. Researchers at the University of Arizona have developed a blood test that could be the best weapon to win that fight. “We believe that simple, inexpensive blood tests are really the road to the future for cancer detection and monitoring,” says UA College of Pharmacy professor, Dr. Bernard Futscher….

Oregon winery introduces reusable bottles

(KGW) You’ve likely heard of reusable milk bottles, they’ve been around for a while. You might have even heard of reusable beer bottles. Some breweries are using those nowadays, too. But what about reusable wine bottles? Get ready for them. An Oregon winery is the first in the country to use them. Coopers Hall Winery knows a lot about being…

Throwback Thursday – Eliza Calvert Hall

This week we’re in downtown Bowling Green at 1353 Chestnut Street. This was once the home of Eliza Calvert Hall, one of the most famous women’s rights leaders of the early 1900s. Celebrated by President Teddy Roosevelt, this Bowling Green native was a visionary ahead of her time. Born in 1856 in Bowling Green, Lida Obenchain was the daughter of…

Dog’s best friend: hiker rescues pup stuck in cave

(WFLA) Joe Dunn loves exploring. On any given weekend, you’ll find him out and about in the woods, looking for nuggets of Florida history. It’s a passion that runs as deep as some of the areas where he hikes, like the Withlacoochee State Forest in Levy County. Just last weekend, Joe documented an incredible rescue where a little life was…

Police K9 attacks bystander

(WFLA) A Bradenton, Florida woman is recovering from a severe dog bite after a Manatee County Sheriff’s K9 attacked her as it chased after teens who’d stolen a car. It started early Monday night Manatee County deputies spotted a stolen Ford Flex. Three men inside bailed out, but a K9 handler and his dog were right behind. “I was screaming…