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Utah Woman Arrested for Alleged Murder of Husband Amid Contentious Divorce

Jennifer Gledhill, a 41-year-old woman from Cottonwood Heights, Utah, has been arrested on suspicion of murdering her estranged husband, Matthew Johnson, 51, a Utah National Guard member. Authorities believe Gledhill shot Johnson while he was asleep on September 20 and then buried his body in a shallow grave. After the alleged killing, she tried to cover up the crime by removing and destroying evidence, buying a new mattress, and cleaning the crime scene with bleach. The case emerged when a confidential informant reported her confession. The couple was going through a contentious divorce and custody battle. Gledhill is currently being held without bond at the Salt Lake County Jail.

National News

Mark Zuckerberg Becomes World’s Second-Richest Person

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has surpassed Jeff Bezos to become the world's second-richest person, with a net worth of $206.2 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. This year alone, Zuckerberg's wealth has increased by $78 billion, driven by the rise in Meta's stock, which closed at a record $582.77. The company’s significant growth, boosted by its artificial intelligence investments and cost-cutting measures, has been well-received by Wall Street. Meta’s quarterly earnings have consistently exceeded expectations, with second-quarter revenue up 22%. Zuckerberg now trails Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, by about $50 billion.

International News

Israel’s Potential Response Targets in Iran Following Missile Attack

In response to Iran’s recent ballistic missile barrage, Israel has the capacity to target a broad range of Iranian assets, such as military sites, oil refineries, and even nuclear facilities. Analysts and military experts believe that Israel’s superior air force could strike with high effectiveness, given Iran’s weaker air defenses. However, such a move carries significant geopolitical risks, including potential Iranian retaliations targeting U.S. air bases in the region or disrupting global oil supplies by mining the Strait of Hormuz. While the U.S. has opposed strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, Israel might consider targeting uranium enrichment facilities if tensions continue to escalate.

Sports News

California Prospect McKay Madsen Narrows College Options to BYU, Oregon, and UCLA

McKay Madsen, a versatile California high school athlete and three-star prospect in the 2025 class, has narrowed his college options to BYU, Oregon, and UCLA. Madsen, who excels as both a linebacker and a running back, recently visited BYU's campus and has been given the option to choose his position if he joins the Cougars. During his junior season, he amassed over 1,000 rushing yards and 18 touchdowns while also performing strongly on defense with 75 tackles and 4 interceptions. BYU, which faces competition from several other schools, will continue to prioritize Madsen, who has the potential to become a multi-year starter.

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October 4th

• Fall Festival - Friday, October 4, 2024 at 5:00 PM

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• Hispanic Folsom Fiesta - Sat Oct 05 2024 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm

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