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Woman Charged in Alleged ISIS-Inspired Plot Targeting New York State Capitol

Syndicated Content — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 06:57:45 +0000

A 35-year-old Albany woman has been charged with allegedly planning an ISIS-inspired attack on the New York State Capitol. Reuters reported that federal authorities arrested Jessica Bowie after she took possession of what she believed was an explosive device, according to the U.S. Justice Department.

Prosecutors allege Bowie intended to use the device at the Capitol to kill public officials and damage as much of the building as possible. Reuters cited Justice Department officials who said she had visited the Capitol grounds, photographed the building and discussed plans to flee to ISIS-controlled territory in Syria after the proposed attack.

Authorities also allege that Bowie expressed anti-American views online and celebrated previous terrorist attacks. The accusations are contained in a criminal complaint and have not been proven in court. A lawyer for Bowie could not immediately be reached for comment.

Following the arrest, New York Governor Kathy Hochul said security was strengthened at the Capitol and other government locations. She added that officials were not aware of any immediate threat to the public.

Bender Recaps Primary, Previews Road to November

Syndicated Content — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:50:57 +0000

Primary turnout dipped, but the mayor's race barely budged. Supervisor Bender breaks down the numbers — and what's new for November voting.

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Your Personal History Matters in Perdido Key Fight

Syndicated Content — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:00:07 +0000

Deadline alert: Perdido Key beachgoers have until Aug. 28 to submit sworn testimony to reclaim public beach access. Here's how

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D4 Mudslinging Against Joe Vinson Has Begun

Syndicated Content — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:23:20 +0000

A right-wing outlet that ignores Escambia all year suddenly cares about D4 race, right as challenger Joe Vinson launches his campaign. Who's paying?

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Two Sides of City Council Curfew Surprise

Syndicated Content — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:54:25 +0000

Mayor Reeves says he was "surprised" the council pulled his juvenile curfew ordinance. Councilman Bare says nobody wants one. Watch podcast.

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Trump Signals Plans for Another Meeting With Kim Jong Un

Syndicated Content — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 08:30:43 +0000

President Donald Trump says he intends to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un later this year, raising the possibility of renewed direct diplomacy between Washington and Pyongyang.

In comments reported by NBC News, Trump said he expects to meet Kim but did not provide a specific date or location. The potential meeting would bring the two leaders together again after several high-profile encounters during Trump’s first term, including summits in Singapore and Vietnam and a meeting at the Korean Demilitarized Zone.

Any renewed talks would come with major issues still unresolved. North Korea has continued developing its nuclear weapons and missile programs, while negotiations over denuclearization have remained stalled for years.

Trump has frequently pointed to his personal relationship with Kim when discussing North Korea. So far, North Korea has not publicly confirmed plans for a new meeting.

A future summit could reopen direct communication between the two governments, although the agenda and conditions for any talks remain unclear.

UWF announces inaugural Leaders in Service Summit

Syndicated Content — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:09:45 +0000

The University of West Florida Police Department will host the inaugural Leaders in Service Summit on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, at the UWF Conference Center...

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Mayor Reeves Thanks Voters, Lays Out Priorities

Syndicated Content — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:00:44 +0000

Reeves wins reelection outright with 53.23%, no runoff needed. He talks margin, priorities, and whether he'll seek a third term in 2030.

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Childers’ Pettiness Continues to Hamper Tourism

Syndicated Content — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:46:54 +0000

900-page reports. Volunteers burning out. Grants unpaid since last November. TDC members say the Clerk's reimbursement delays have to stop.

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Escambia County Incumbents Sweep Primary Night

Syndicated Content — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:01:36 +0000

Reeves avoids runoff, Kohler survives a coordinated push to unseat him, and Escambia voters bring back an elected superintendent. Full results at ricksblog.biz

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