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A 13-year-old boy in Texas was struck by lightning in his bedroom while playing video games. He expressed fear for his life, stating he thought he was going to die.

Newport Beach police released data on arrests and citations linked to July 4th chaos. Over half of those cited were from out of state, with most from Arizona, and the youngest cited individual was 13 years old.

13th Ward Alderman Marty Quinn has decided not to seek reelection and is retiring from City Council. He reflects on his time in office and explains the factors behind his decision to retire.

Alderperson Marty Quinn has announced he will not seek a fifth term on Chicago's city council. He took over the 13th Ward seat from Frank Olivo in 2011 and was reelected three times. Quinn stated he 'left it all out on the field' and is no longer pursuing the position.

A 13-year-old boy was wounded in the leg during a drive-by shooting in Portage Park on Monday evening. He was treated at the scene by the Chicago Fire Department and is in good condition at Lutheran General Hospital. No arrests have been made, and the incident remains under investigation.

13,000-year-old bones discovered near the Southern California coast on a remote island chain could significantly impact understanding of human history. The findings have generated excitement within the scientific community.

A 13-year-old boy was shot in a drive-by in Chicago on Monday evening, and several people were injured in separate violent attacks. Chicago police are investigating the incidents.

A 13-year-old boy was injured in a drive-by shooting on the Northwest Side of Chicago around 8 p.m. in the 6000 block of West Montrose Avenue. Police are investigating the incident in Portage Park.

JK Rowling has offered to fund legal action following an incident where a 13-year-old girl was housed in a secure unit alongside older teenage criminal boys. The situation has raised concerns about the placement of minors in such facilities.

A 13-year-old boy attempted to save his 14-year-old friend from the River Tyne, but both drowned, according to an inquest. The incident occurred during a rescue effort in the river.

A drive-by shooter injured a 13-year-old boy in Portage Park on the city's Northwest Side on Monday evening, according to Chicago police.

A 13-year-old boy was shot in the leg by a dark-colored SUV in Portage Park. He was hospitalized in good condition, and no arrests have been made.

An ancient 'lost world' has been discovered off the US West coast, which could rewrite the story of the first Americans who arrived 13,000 years ago. The discovery suggests new insights into early human migration patterns.

Strong surface winds of up to 60 kmph are expected in 13 districts of Telangana on July 7.

The 13th Judicial Circuit Court in Kakata faces political backlash over the drug case against Michael U.S. Brown, who was indicted for trafficking cannabis worth $200,000 through Roberts International Airport in June 2024.

Nigeria and Morocco are advancing a $25 billion Atlantic coast gas pipeline project. The pipeline, spanning 6,900 kilometers along West Africa’s shoreline, would link 13 coastal countries and potentially transport gas to Europe.

Three suspects were arrested for a shooting outside a Walmart in Hesperia, San Bernardino County, which left a man hospitalized with serious injuries. The incident occurred at the Walmart Supercenter on the 13400 block of Main Street on June 30 just after 7 p.m.

Los Angeles hospital officials need help identifying a patient who has been in their care since Thursday. Providence Holy Cross Medical Center in Mission Hills says the patient was brought to the hospital by paramedics after being found near 13214 N Gladstone Ave. in Sylmar at 8:45 p.m. No identification has been found.

Charlotte was a key city in bringing independence to the 13 colonies as America approaches its 250th birthday.

A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized after being bitten by a shark in Georgia while fishing with friends. The shark attacked as they attempted to unhook it from their fishing gear.

A former Texas middle school teacher was sentenced to over 30 years in prison for sexually abusing a 13-year-old student. The conviction led to the lengthy prison term.

An LAPD motorcycle officer was involved in a crash on the 210 Freeway in Pasadena on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred on the eastbound side near the 134 Freeway, and the officer sustained minor injuries but is reported to be okay.

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is likely to retain a clause allowing for the removal of Ministers after 30 days in custody. A draft report on the 130th Constitution Amendment Bill is expected by July 10, with the panel set to finalize recommendations before the Monsoon Session.

A man attempted to lure a 13-year-old girl in Portage Park on Chicago's Northwest Side on Tuesday morning, prompting police warnings. The incident occurred as the girl walked through the park, according to Chicago police.

A Caroline County middle school teacher is accused of inappropriate communication with a 13-year-old former student, including numerous handwritten letters seized by investigators.

Shaji Purushothaman of EMPEE was convicted in a 2013 case where a 13-year-old boy was killed and five persons injured in a drunk driving accident. The prosecution alleged that none of the accused attempted to aid the injured.

Police are investigating a sexual assault that occurred on an R train in Manhattan on June 28. A 30-year-old woman was allegedly fondled by a suspect wearing a black t-shirt before exiting at 28th Street station. The suspect remains at large, and authorities are seeking public assistance.

A Ukrainian oligarch, Vadym Yermolaiev, was injured in a blast in Monaco. He was sanctioned by Ukraine for allegedly doing business in Russian-occupied Crimea. Two other people, including a 13-year-old, were also injured.

Lance Cpl. Armando Ortiz Canseco, a Marine from Minnesota, was declared dead after being lost at sea off the coast of Southern California during training operations aboard the USS Anchorage. Search-and-rescue efforts transitioned to recovery operations, and officials confirmed his death on Saturday following his disappearance on Thursday.

Vadym Yermolaiev was injured in a blast in Monaco. He was sanctioned by Ukraine for allegedly conducting business in Russian-occupied Crimea. Two other people, including a 13-year-old, were also injured.

A 13-year-old boy died and another was injured after a moped crash in Queens, New York, according to the NYPD. The incident occurred near 162nd Street and 45th Avenue when two teenagers were riding on a moped.

BRUG Bakery is celebrating its 13th anniversary on July 3 with a special deal offering $3 pastries all day, available in sweet or savory options.

A 13-year-old girl was raped in a Bronx park after being followed off a northbound BX9 MTA bus. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. and was reported by the NYPD.

A Marine missing from the USS Anchorage during training off Southern California has shifted to a recovery mission involving Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Air Force assets. The search covered 2,400 square miles with three surface ships and 12 aircraft, while the Marine's identity remains withheld pending family notification.

A 13-year-old helped save his family’s Sherman Oaks home by waking to the sound of a brush fire burning outside at 3 a.m. on Saturday. The fire, which occurred in the 14000 block of Hesby Street, is being blamed on a homeless man captured on surveillance cameras by neighbors.

Israeli strikes and shelling in the Gaza Strip have killed at least four Palestinians, including a 13-year-old girl, according to local health officials.

A U.S. Marine is missing during a training exercise off southern California, prompting a multi-agency search. The Navy transitioned from search-and-rescue to recovery efforts, covering 2,400 square miles with ships and aircraft. The incident follows a similar military search in Morocco for missing Army soldiers.

A U.S. Marine is missing during a training exercise off southern California, prompting a multi-agency search involving the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Air Force. This is the second such incident in six weeks, following the recovery of a U.S. Army soldier's remains in Morocco in May.

A New York City neighborhood is experiencing fear due to a surge in rapes, with a 13-year-old girl being the latest victim. Locals describe the area as dangerous, with one resident stating, 'Nothing but drugs over there.'