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Man sentenced for business dispute that turned into violent kidnapping, extortion scheme in Upstate NY

The 36-year-old grabbed his partner outside a store and forced him to arrange a cash pickup under duress.

Behind the Scenes: World Cup reminds us diverse fans really can get along

During America’s 250th anniversary, it’s striking to see the World Cup games become a peaceful gathering of people who bring different flags, languages and beliefs, MassLive President Joshua Macht wrote.

Dear Abby: My fiancé forbids me from displaying photos of my late husband in our home

A widow with three children is engaged to a man who refuses to allow any photographs of her late husband in their new home together.

Berks County officials await answers from Trump admin on ICE warehouse’s future

Federal officials plan to unload two Pennsylvania warehouses bought for $207 million as ICE detention sites, but state and local leaders say they’ve heard nothing directly from DHS.

Legendary band’s lead singer dies

David Clayton-Thomas, the powerful voice behind "Spinning Wheel" and other hits, died peacefully in Toronto.