TODAY IN HISTORY

In 1861, delegates from seven states adopted the Constitution of the Confederate States of America.In 1888, the “Great Blizzard of ‘88” struck the Northeastern United States, killing more than 400 people.

Airport reopens hours after evacuation as potential threat was investigated

(AP) — The Kansas City International Airport terminal reopened Sunday afternoon, hours after it was evacuated while authorities looked into a potential threat, the Kansas City Aviation Department said.Airport spokesperson Jackson Overstreet said in an email shortly after 2 p.m.

How Mullin’s move to Homeland Security could impact voters

More than a few people have indicated interest in the seat held by Sen. Markwayne Mullin, who was nominated last week to serve as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.Gov. Kevin Stitt could appoint himself, but many expect he may be a candidate himself in the June Republican primary.

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Pennsylvania state police trooper shot and killed in traffic stop

PAOLI, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania State Police trooper was shot and killed by a man he had pulled over in a tra˜c stop Sunday night, authorities said.Cpl. Tim O'Connor was killed as he approached the car when the driver fired from inside the vehicle, the state's acting police commissioner, Lt. Col.

POLICE REPORT - MONDAY

DAY SHIFTResponded to a report of found property in the 1300 block of Wells Ave.Responded to a report of a dog bite in the 600 block of S. 9th St.Responded to a report of found property in the 1800 block of Del Rio St.

SHERIFF’S REPORT MONDAY

Responded to a report of a suspicious subject in the 500 block of Locust St., Custer City.Conducted a motorist assist on I-40, mile marker 79 eastbound, Weatherford.Responded to a report of a scam in the 9900 block of N. 2410 Rd., Weatherford.

Teen is charged with homicide after teacher killed during prank

GAINESVILLE, Ga.(AP) — It was a prank that turned deadly, authorities said: A group of teenagers unspooled rolls of toilet paper outside the home of a beloved high school teacher who tripped in the street and was struck by a pickup truck as the pranksters started to drive away.

Research continues regarding long COVID

Dear Doctors: I have had long COVID since my initial infection in November 2020. I have air hunger and tachycardia, have been bedbound and have had recoveries and relapses. My life has not been the same since this horrible illness, and I am desperate. Is there any new research?

Customer debates giving back wrong change

DEAR HARRIETTE: Yesterday, I went to Target to do some shopping.I paid the cashier in cash, and instead of giving me $2 in change, she gave me $200.