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Tracing family trees to catch killers Inside the genetic genealogy being used to solve crimes 13:49 Almost three decades after a 6-year-old girl was abducted in western Arkansas, modern forensic tests helped identify the suspect in her disappearance, authorities said this week. Morgan Nick was kidnapped from the parking lot of a Little League baseball field in the city of Alma, near the Oklahoma border, on the night of June 9, 1995, according to the Alma Police Department. At the time, detectives received a description of the suspect that alleged he drove a red truck with a white camper shell, which witnesses reported seeing in the area when Morgan vanished. Despite a massive investigation into her abduction that has continued into the present day, Morgan was never found. Law enforcement officers with local, state and federal agencies have since spent thousands of hours pursuing more than 10,000 leads in hopes of solving Morgan’s case, the Alma Police Department said Tuesday. Announcing a “major development” in the ongoing probe, police said the results of DNA testing on evidence gathered from that red truck finally confirmed the suspect’s identity. 

Vance and Walz spar over gun control, economy, abortion at VP debate – CBS News Watch CBS News Sen. JD Vance and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz took the stage Tuesday night for the only vice presidential debate before the November election. While a CBS News poll shows most viewers thought the debate had a generally positive tone, the two candidates sparred over domestic topics like the economy, gun control and abortion. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

“Mornings Memory:” The launch of “Big Brother” – CBS News Watch CBS News On this “Mornings Memory,” “Big Brother” premiered, changing the reality TV landscape forever. Eddie McGee and two runners-up share how the show impacted their lives. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Remember Tile? They were one of the first Bluetooth tracking tags, and now they have four new products. The company—fresh off its Life360 acquisition—hopes to stand out in a world of AirTags and Android Trackers with unique features. Tile Mate is $25, has a 350-foot range, and a 3-year battery you can’t replace yourself. Tile Pro is the top-of-the-line model at $35. It has a 500-foot range and a battery that you can replace yourself. This is my pick since you get the best overall features for the price. Tile Slim can slip into a wallet, has a 350-foot range, and lasts 3 years on a single battery charge —you can’t replace it yourself. Tile Sticker is small enough to stick on an item like a remote control. It has a 350-foot range and a 3-year battery you can’t replace. Keep in mind that those ranges are based on Bluetooth. You’ll rely on Tile’s finding network when your phone isn’t near these tags. That’s one of the biggest differences between Apple and Android. Tile has its own tracking network based on the 70 million customers

An investigation is underway into the shooting death of a man in the Rowland Heights area of the San Gabriel Valley early Wednesday morning. The incident was reported shortly before 1:15 a.m. in the 18900 block of Labin Court, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. First responders arrived and pronounced the unidentified man dead at the scene. Homicide investigators are investigating but have yet to release any information regarding a suspect. Anyone with further information about the incident was asked to call the Sheriff’s Department at 323-890-5500. Those who prefer to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.

Firefighters responded to a new brush fire that was sparked in the hills of Castaic in Los Angeles County Wednesday morning. The crews were initially called to a 10-acre fire reported near Ridge Route Road and Lake Hughes Road, the Angeles National Forest posted on X, formerly Twitter, at 3:12 a.m. The blaze, dubbed the Lago Fire, quickly grew to about 25 acres by 4:09 a.m. A firefighter battles the Lago Fire in Castaic on Oct. 2, 2024. (KTLA) Crews respond to the Lago Fire in Castaic on Oct. 2, 2024. (KTLA) The Lago Fire in Castaic is seen in an image taken from video on Oct. 2, 2024. (Citizen) Firefighters worked quickly to build containment lines around the fire, the Angeles National Forest stated. Sky5 was overhead at 4:45 a.m. where crews had gained the upper hand on the fire, which was 50% contained. A large response of fire trucks could be seen along Lake Hughs Road where crews could monitor embers still burning in the brush. Shortly before 5:30 a.m., officials reported that forward progress had stopped and firefighters had successfully knocked down

Hardcover fiction 1. Intermezzo by Sally Rooney (Farrar, Straus & Giroux: $29) Two grieving brothers come to terms with their history and the people they love. 2. James by Percival Everett (Doubleday: $28) An action-packed reimagining of “The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.” 3. Playground by Richard Powers (W. W. Norton & Co.: $30) The Pacific Ocean-set novel explores one of the last wild places we have yet to colonize. 4. The Empusium by Olga Tokarczuk, Antonia Lloyd-Jones (Transl.) (Riverhead Books: $30) The Nobel Prize winner sets her latest novel in a sanitarium on the eve of World War I. 5. Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout (Random House: $30) A return to the town of Crosby, Maine, and its colorful cast of characters. 6. All Fours by Miranda July (Riverhead Books: $29) A woman upends her domestic life in this irreverent and tender novel. 7. Colored Television by Danzy Senna (Riverhead Books: $29) A novelist in L.A. gets the opportunity to cash in on her biracial background in this sharply funny Hollywood takedown. 8. Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner (Scribner: $30) A seductive and cunning

DNC chair reacts to vice presidential debate – CBS News Watch CBS News Democratic National Committee chair Jaime Harrison spoke to “CBS Mornings” about the vice presidential debate between Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance, and the state of the presidential race. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

Biden to visit the Carolinas as search for Helene survivors continues – CBS News Watch CBS News Officials say more than 160 people have been found dead in six states after Hurricane Helene tore through the Southeast last week. On Wednesday, President Biden will visit North and South Carolina to survey the damage brought by the historic storm. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

How the port strike could impact consumers – CBS News Watch CBS News The 14 ports that shut down in a strike handle about 80% of the coffee, tea, spirits and beverage imports as well as about 60% of medical and surgical instruments coming into the U.S. While many businesses knew the strike was coming and stocked up in advance, the strike could cost the economy up to $5 billion per day. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

U.S. condemns Iran attack on Israel, says there will be consequences – CBS News Watch CBS News The U.S. vows severe consequences for Iran over its attack on Israel, but what those are remain unclear. President Biden has pushed for a cease-fire in Lebanon to avoid a wider war, but he also stressed the U.S. is fully supportive of Israel. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On

A small earthquake with a magnitude of 2.7 rattled through the Santa Monica Mountains in Southern California early Wednesday morning. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake struck around 1:45 a.m. approximately 3 miles from Malibu. The epicenter was located in the same area where a 4.7 magnitude earthquake hit less than a month ago on Sept. 12. The quake was followed by numerous aftershocks. Magnitude 4.7 earthquake jolts Los Angeles area Weak shaking from Wednesday’s quake was reported in Los Angeles, Simi Valley and Oxnard. There were no reports of injury or damage. Latest California Earthquakes. Please wait a moment for map to load. Use controls or your thumb to move and zoom. What to do in an earthquake During an earthquake, it’s crucial to know the proper steps to protect yourself and minimize injury. The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) provides detailed guidelines on what to do during such events. Here are the key points: Drop, Cover, and Hold On: Drop: Immediately drop down onto your hands and knees. This position prevents you from being knocked over and allows you to stay low and crawl to safety