Vivienne Drops Pitt for Jolie | Dayton News

Manchin’s Independent Push for Congress | Dayton News

Former West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin is back in Washington, teaming up with his daughter Heather to launch the Independent Leadership Council — a new effort to recruit and empower independent congressional candidates. With only three independents currently in Congress, Manchin believes their growing presence could force bipartisanship and break gridlock, echoing his own career of crossing party lines when it mattered. He’s already rallying support from figures like Rep. Kevin Kiley, who switched from Republican to independent, and sees independents as essential for a functional democracy. Despite a tough political climate and Democratic polling dominance, Manchin’s initiative offers a bold, fresh path for candidates outside the traditional party system. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6ec63185636a28b0

Maine Democrats Choose Senate Nominee | Dayton News

Maine Democrats are rallying in Bangor this Saturday for a delegate convention to choose their U.S. Senate nominee after Graham Platner’s shocking withdrawal amid sexual assault allegations he denies. With the primary already behind them and ballot deadlines missed, Maine’s unique election laws force this delegate-driven pick — a rare but critical moment as the winner will face Senator Susan Collins in a race that could sway Senate control in 2026. Troy Jackson now leads with overwhelming endorsements, though delegates still vote freely — making this a high-stakes, behind-the-scenes showdown that underscores how each state’s election rules shape the national political landscape. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/217af7050c95651f

Taco Bell Employee Throws Boiling Water | Dayton News

A Taco Bell employee in Memphis allegedly threw boiling water on a coworker during a heated workplace meltdown, leaving him with second-degree burns. The 19-year-old, Makayla Henderson, claims the incident was sparked by harassment and theft of her iPad — which her coworker, Chris Jones, admitted he hid as a joke. Jones didn’t take her threats seriously, thinking she was joking — until she “blanked out” and unleashed the boiling water. Henderson fled before police arrived, was arrested, and released on bond. This explosive clash serves as a chilling reminder of how workplace tensions can spiral into violence — fast. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e6a051f0944a12b4

Molly Duncan Pleads Guilty to Child Abuse | Dayton News

A 26-year-old Ohio nanny, Molly Duncan, faces 70 years in prison for horrific crimes: sexually abusing two toddlers, recording the abuse, and distributing the videos online. She pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including child exploitation and trafficking, and must pay $28,000 in fines to victim support funds. Investigators found damning evidence on her devices, and her victims were under two years old. After prison, she’ll serve 25 years of supervised release — a sentence designed to protect society and ensure accountability. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/181f6d5bd99e8b8c

Body Cams Absent in Madison Shooting | Dayton News

Madison’s fatal police shooting sparks outrage as body cam footage remains missing—officials say cameras aren’t mandatory, leaving the incident’s details shrouded. Cellphone video exists, but police urge calm, calling it just one angle. The absence of footage reignites a long-simmering debate over officer accountability, reigniting calls for mandatory body cams after years of stalled progress and a 2024 pilot program. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0ae818566831a1c5