Across California, CA|News|
Zebra Spotted In Santa Ynez Mountains Near Santa Barbara
A loose zebra has been spotted recently blocking traffic and munching on grass in the Santa Ynez Mountains. Patch investigated.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
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Hi! My name is Dan Hampton and I'm the breaking news manager for Patch's National Desk. Send tips and/or photos to dan.hampton@patch.com.
Previously: program manager for Patch's Test Kitchens, local editor on Long Island; and senior breaking news editor. Before Patch, I worked as a news associate at The Associated Press.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
Arizona Identifies First Suspected Monkeypox Case
The patient is a man in his late 30s who is recovering in isolation, Maricopa County health officials say.
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Across California, CA|News|
Plane Crashes In Riverside County, Nearly Hits Homes; Pilot Hurt
A small plane crashed into a wall and nearly hit homes in Riverside County, according to police and reports.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Across Ohio, OH|News|
Helicopter Crashes In Darke County; 1 Dead, 1 Critical: Reports
Federal authorities are investigating a helicopter crash in Darke County, Ohio. One person died and one was hurt, according to reports.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Boulder, CO|News|
Colorado Weather: 'Very Large Hail,' Damaging Winds Possible
Much of Colorado was under a hazardous weather outlook Tuesday, as the state expects to see "very large hail and damaging winds."
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Across Ohio, OH|News|
'Terrific': Wendy's Debuts Long-Awaited Strawberry Frosty
Whether you're a Frosty purist or someone who likes to dip your fries in it, the Strawberry Frosty is here for a limited time.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Across Montana, MT|News|
Montana 4-Year-Old Survives 2 Days Alone In Outdoors
Ryker Webb survived two days outdoors in Montana. He was in "good spirits and apparently healthy, although hungry, thirsty, and cold."
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA Rams Star Aaron Donald Gets $40M Raise Over 3 Years: Reports
Aaron Donald, the Los Angeles Rams' seven-time all-pro superstar defensive tackle, just got paid — a lot.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Scottsdale, AZ|News|
2 Arizona Lottery Winners Take Home $1.4M, $414K
Check your tickets! two lucky Arizona Lottery players won two big jackpot wins over the weekend, officials say.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
2 Surrender To Los Angeles-Area Authorities After Dangerous Chase
A white pickup truck led authorities on a chase on the I-10 through West Covina and into Commerce. Watch a live feed of the chase on KTTV.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Tempe, AZ|News|
'I'm Not Jumping In After You': Man Drowns In Front Of Tempe Police
Body camera footage shows Sean Bickings drown in front of Tempe police officers after he tells them "I’m going to drown."
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Sacramento, CA|News|
4th Presumptive Monkeypox Case In Sacramento County; 6 Total In CA
A fourth case of monkeypox is now suspected in Sacramento County, bringing the state's total to six.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
NJ Climber Dies After Collapsing Near Summit Of Alaska's Denali
Fernando Birman, 48, of Stockton, New Jersey, collapsed and died at an elevation of about 19,700 feet, the National Parks Service says.
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Across Alaska, AK|News|
NJ Climber Dies After Collapsing Near Summit Of Alaska's Denali
Fernando Birman, 48, of Stockton, New Jersey, collapsed and died on Alaska's Denali, the National Park Service says.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Flint, MI|News|
Flint House Fire Leaves Multiple People Dead: Reports
A house caught fire early Monday in Flint, leaving multiple people dead, according to reports.
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Royal Oak, MI|News|
Oakland County Jeweler's Slaying Was 'Targeted' Attack: Report
Daniel "Hutch" Hutchinson was fatally shot near his Oak Park jewelry shop. Police say over a dozen rounds were fired in a "targeted" attack.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Alameda, CA|News|
Mask Mandate Returns To Alameda County For Indoors
Alameda County is reinstating its indoor mask mandate amid rising coronavirus cases. Here's when it becomes effective.
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Across California, CA|News|
Plane Crashes At Oroville Airport, 2 Dead
A small plane crashed at an airport in Oroville. Two people died, Cal Fire said.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Portland, OR|News|
Nike Founder, Dodgers Partial Owner Bid $2B For Trail Blazers: Reports
Nike founder Phil Knight and partial Dodgers owner Alan Smolinisky reportedly submitted a bid to buy the Portland Trail Blazers.
Daniel Hampton, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
LA County Confirms 1st Monkeypox Case As California Total Climbs To 4
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health says it confirmed the county's first presumptive case of monkeypox infection.
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