Crime & Public Safety
08/21/2026 · McKean County
Trump Administration Imposes New Tariffs, Wisconsin Tensions Rise, Minnesota Killer Sentenced
The Trump administration implemented new tariffs on numerous countries as prior tariffs concluded. Tensions increased in Madison, Wisconsin, following a police shooting. A man received a life sentence for the killing of Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman.
Three FBI Agents Sue Over Terminations Following Trump Investigation Involvement
Three former FBI agents have filed a lawsuit alleging wrongful termination. The agents state their dismissals occurred after their involvement in investigations concerning former President Donald Trump. FBI Director Kash Patel oversaw their terminations.
08/16/2026
Sinaloa Cartel Co-Founder Sentenced to Life in U.S. Prison
Ismael Zambada, a co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel, has received a life sentence in U.S. federal prison. A court also ordered him to pay $15 billion.
07/30/2026
International Operation Leads to Over 1,000 Arrests in Human Trafficking Cases
A global human trafficking crackdown resulted in the arrest of 1,079 individuals. Authorities identified 2,070 potential victims, primarily women trafficked for sexual exploitation.
07/26/2026
U.S. Designates Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as Terrorist Organizations
The U.S. Department of State has designated the Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as Foreign Terrorist Organizations and Specially Designated Global Terrorists. This move aims to disrupt their funding and operations by blocking access to the U.S. financial system.
07/26/2026
U.S. Sanctions Individuals, Entities Linked to Fuel Theft for Mexican Cartel
The United States government has announced sanctions against two Mexican nationals and nine entities. These actions are connected to fuel theft operations reportedly benefiting the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG).
07/22/2026
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2026 DOG LICENSES (Available effective 12/1/2025) In Pennsylvania, all dogs must be licensed at the point of purchase or adoption (earliest is 8 weeks of age) and by 3 months if no transfer of ownership has occurred. All dogs that do not have a lifetime license must be licensed by January 1st of each year.Keep your dog safe and protect your wallet. A dog license costs far less than the $500.00 fine plus court costs you could face as the dog owner for not having one. Licensing brings lost pets home faster. A license is easier to spot. A microchip isn't. Give your dog the protection they deserve and keep them licensed. Dog Law Act 47 Local Dog Warden Fees Regular License Fees Male -- $10.80 Female -- $10.80 Annual Dog Application Senior Citizen or Disability License Fees (Resident must be 65 to purchase a Senior license) Male -- $8.80 Female -- $8.80 Solicitud De Licencia Para Perro REGULAR AND SENIOR CITIZEN OR DISABILITY ANNUAL DOG LICENSES CAN NOW BE PURCHASED ONLINE AT: www.padoglicense.com Lifetime License Fees Male -- $52.80 Female -- $52.80 Lifetime Dog Application Permanent Verification Form is Required** Permanent Verification Form Senior Citizen/Disability Lifetime License Fees (Resident must be 65 to purchase a Senior Lifetime License) Male -- $36.80 Female -- $36.80 Solicitud De Licenia Por Vida Para Perro Formulario Permanente De Verificación De Identificación Es Requerido ** Permanente De Verificación De Identificación Completed Lifetime Application & Permanent Verification Identification Form must be submitted to the Treasurer's office to purchase a lifetime license. (Lifetime licenses can only be issued by the County Treasurer's Office and requires the pet to be microchipped). Check or Money Order payable to Berks County Treasurer can be mailed to: Berks County Treasurer, 633 Court St., Reading, PA 19601. Frequently Asked Questions: Dog - FAQ's Transfer Affidavit Address Change Affidavit Duplicate Request Form Dog Agent Listing Note: The Agents listed below are only for Regular or Senior Annual Dog Licenses Click here for the list Toggle section Animal Rescue League Route 724 & Morgantown Bypass Birdsboro, PA 19508 610-373-8830 Klick Financial 4148 Kutztown Road Temple, PA 19560 610-816-5199 Oley Valley Feed 143 Cleaver Road Oley, PA 19547 610-987-3568 Erb & Henry Equipment Inc. 22-26 Henry Avenue New Berlinville, PA 19545 610-367-2169 Mtn View Supply Inc 5104 Old Rte 22 Hamburg, PA 19526 610-488-1025 Reifsnyder's Agriculture Center 7180 Bernville Road Bernville, PA 19506 610-488-0667 Hamburg Borough 61 N. 3rd Street Hamburg, PA 19526 610-562-7821 Nissley Feed & Hardware 223 Mill Road Morgantown, PA 19543 610-286-9029 Werley Fuel 717 Lancaster Avenue Reading, PA 19607 610-375-6166 Hereford Township 3131 Seisholtzville Road Hereford, PA 18056 610-845-2929 Noble Street Notary 204 Noble Street Kutztown, PA 19530 610-683-7920
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