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Suspect arrested in connection with slaying of transgender University of Washington student

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A man wanted in connection with the slaying of a transgender University of Washington student surrendered to police, bringing “some sense of relief” to the Seattle campus, officials said Thursday. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Christopher Leahy, 31, turned himself in to police in nearby … Read more

Suspect in slaying of Loyola University student was in the country illegally, officials say

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A Chicago man accused of gunning down a Loyola University student while she was out with friends near her school was in the country illegally, officials said Sunday. Sheridan Gorman, 18, was killed shortly after 1 a.m. Thursday near Tobey Prinz Beach Park, less than a mile from campus, Chicago police said. Jose Medina, 25, … Read more

Former ‘American Idol’ contestant charged with murder, staging crime scene in wife’s slaying in Ohio

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Authorities in Ohio have arrested and charged a former contestant on “American Idol” with shooting and killing his wife and staging the crime scene to mislead investigators. Caleb Flynn, 39, pleaded not guilty Friday to charges of murder, assault and tampering with evidence. “I just want to take care of my daughters. I’m not a … Read more