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Greg Risling, a spokesman for the district attorney’s office, declined to say why prosecutors didn’t bring charges against Reyes and Luque for nearly three years.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

There were three key elements to the DNA evidence against him.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Freland said financial sanctions against Iran and the nationwide internet blackout there have made it more difficult for outside groups to offer preventive training or rapid support.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

On Thursday, Minnesota state prosecutors announced a historic set of charges against a federal immigration agent.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

The airbrushed apron said so in a neon.yellow-and-green font against a black background that matched the sign.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith