John Nightbridge

John Nightbridge is a veteran reporter, researcher, and economic policy major from UCLA. Passionate about world issues and potential ways to solve them is a significant focus of his work. Writing freelance and reading the news are John's passions at work. Outside of work, it's all about sky diving, surfing, and stock market modeling.

Train Goes Up In Flames And Passengers Evacuate By Jumping Off Bridge

Woman jumps into river, riders evacuate through windows after Orange Line train goes up in flames – Boston 25 News A packed Orange Line train transporting commuters on a bridge that runs over the Mystic River in Somerville caught fire on Thursday morning, sending hundreds of people scrambling for safety. A woman jumped into the river to escape the fire. John Gosselin, who was staying at the nearby Encore Boston Harbor, saw the fire from …

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Man Who Shot Dad And Toddler Son With Shotgun Was Killed By Baby’s Aunt

Man Drives Into Family, Shoots Dad and Toddler With Shotgun Before Being Killed by Baby’s Aunt – The Daily Beast A New York family’s vacation out West ended in a scene of unimaginable horror when a man shot dead two family members. The Glacier County Sheriff’s Office released more details late Tuesday on the shooting. They identified the attacker as Derick Madden. Authorities shared that Madden killed David Siau and his baby girl McKenzie Siau. …

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Man Charged With Murdering Wife And Son Pleads Not Guilty

Alex Murdaugh pleads not guilty to murdering wife and son – ABC News Alex Murdaugh, a once-powerful lawyer, pleaded not guilty to murdering his wife and son 13 months ago, but agreed to remain jailed without bond because he can’t afford to put up cash for his release pending trial. The victims of this murder were his wife, Maggie Murdaugh, 52, and their youngest son, Paul Murdaugh, 22. Maggie and Paul Murdaugh were found dead …

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Bodega Worker Stabs Man To Death In Self-Defense

Judge dismisses murder charge against bodega clerk who claimed self-defense in fatal stabbing – CNN Jose Alba, 61, was charged with second-degree murder in the killing of Austin Simon, 35, after he stabbed Simon multiple times during a confrontation at a bodega. Alba’s attorneys argued that he acted in self-defense because Simon was much younger and bigger than Alba. The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office filed a motion to dismiss the charge against Alba, who was …

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21 Teens Who Dropped Dead At Bar All Had Methanol In Their Blood

Methanol found in blood of all 21 teenagers found dead in South African bar, officials say – USA TODAY Police found 21 dead teens at an East London bar on June 26. Initial toxicology tests found no signs of trauma, but officials are still awaiting conclusive results from a laboratory in Cape Town. Methanol was identified as a possible cause of the deaths of these teens. Authorities are still awaiting the conclusive results. They are …

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Firefighter’s Leg Gets Crushed Under SUV In Major Crash

Video shows moment NYC firefighter gets leg crushed after SUV tips over – New York Post A firefighter was seriously hurt after a car shifted and fell on his leg during a two-car crash in Hell’s Kitchen. A SUV rammed into a car en route to a dinner. The driver hit the gas and caused the car to move forward, and a major crash occurred. The firefighter got injured while trying to stabilize and brace …

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Good Samaritan Stops Active Shooter In Chaotic Mall Shooting

4 Dead in Indiana Mall Shooting, Officials Say – The New York Times A man with a rifle and several magazines of ammunition entered the mall’s food court and started firing in the food court area. Police say five people were shot, three of them dead and two injured. The youngest victim was 12 years old and was taken to a hospital with a minor wound. Mayor Mark Myers said the public should stay away …

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16-Year-Old Driver Dies In Police Chase Car Crash

16-year-old identified in deadly Sacramento-area law enforcement chase that ended in a crash – KCRA Sacramento A 16-year-old driver has died and another juvenile has been injured after a high-speed police chase in Sacramento. Authorities say a car was chasing a police officer after they tried to pull it over for a vehicle code violation. Three minutes later, the chase was called off and all officers stopped pursuing the car. The driver of a vehicle …

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Crazy Dust Storm Causes 21-Car Pileup With Many Drivers Dead

6 people die after storm causes Montana highway pileup – NPR Montana Highway Patrol Sgt. Jay Nelson said there was a severe crash that was likely caused by dust storms and a thunderstorm. The storm that popped up in central southern Montana between 1 and 2 p.m. Friday caused a dust storm that caused a crash in Hardin. The storm’s outflow carried wind gusts up to 62 mph (100 kph) and reduced visibility to less …

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Stalker Ex-Boyfriend Shoots And Kills Innocent Woman

Local man sentenced to life in murder of ex-girlfriend – Magnolia Banner News Jerry W. Pritchard, 31, of Magnolia, was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to first-degree murder, battery, stalking, and committing a terroristic act. Pritchard was arrested on October 20, 2020, in connection with a shooting that occurred shortly before midnight on October 19, 2020. Saguanna Young was shot twice and Veronica Smith was shot once. Young’s boyfriend, James Williams, and …

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