Tim McLeod

Tim McLeod

Tim McLeod is a dedicated journalist for BethelAdvocate.com, delivering in-depth coverage across crime, community events, local government, education, and public safety. Known for clear, factual reporting and timely updates, he brings a strong local focus to every story. With a commitment to accuracy and public interest, Tim helps readers stay informed on the news that shapes their towns and neighborhoods.

U.S. Citizen Arrested by Immigration Officers in Los Angeles as Agents Drive Away With His Toddler

U.S. Citizen Arrested by Immigration Officers in Los Angeles as Agents Drive Away With His Toddler

Los Angeles, CA — Federal immigration officers are facing backlash after arresting a U.S. citizen during a raid outside a Home Depot in Los ...

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Illinois Woman Accused of Having Child With 14-Year-Old Boy She Met at Daughter’s School Dance

Illinois Woman Accused of Having Child With 14-Year-Old Boy She Met at Daughter’s School Dance

Washington, IL — A 43-year-old Illinois woman has been arrested after allegedly giving birth to a child fathered by a 14-year-old boy who once ...

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Long-Term Melatonin Use Linked to Higher Heart Failure Risk, Study Finds

Long-Term Melatonin Use Linked to Higher Heart Failure Risk, Study Finds

New York, NY — Taking melatonin supplements for long periods of time may be more than just a sleep aid routine — it could ...

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Maine Mother Awarded $25 Million After Daughter’s Leukemia Was Misdiagnosed

Maine Mother Awarded $25 Million After Daughter’s Leukemia Was Misdiagnosed

Brunswick, ME — A Maine mother has been awarded $25 million after a jury found Mid Coast Medical Group negligent in the death of ...

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Mothman Festival 2025 Draws Thousands to Point Pleasant, West Virginia

Mothman Festival 2025 Draws Thousands to Point Pleasant, West Virginia

Point Pleasant, WV — Every September, this small town along West Virginia’s Ohio River border transforms into a celebration of one of America’s most ...

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New York Woman Digs Up 2.3-Carat Diamond for Her Own Engagement Ring

New York Woman Digs Up 2.3-Carat Diamond for Her Own Engagement Ring

Murfreesboro, AR — For most people, shopping for an engagement ring means browsing jewelers or scrolling through online stores. But for 31-year-old strategy consultant ...

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Brussels Airlines Fires Three Flight Attendants Over Bed Bug Concerns

Brussels Airlines Fires Three Flight Attendants Over Bed Bug Concerns

Brussels, Belgium — Three long-serving Brussels Airlines flight attendants were fired after they refused to board a flight due to concerns over a possible ...

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Colorado Deputies Free Bear Trapped Inside Parked Vehicle in “Bear-icade” Incident

Colorado Deputies Free Bear Trapped Inside Parked Vehicle in “Bear-icade” Incident

Larimer County, CO — A late-night “bear-icade” left Colorado deputies face-to-face with a surprise intruder — a large bear that managed to trap itself ...

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Two Massachusetts Men Arrested After Explosion at Harvard Medical Building

Two Massachusetts Men Arrested After Explosion at Harvard Medical Building

Boston, MA — Federal authorities have charged two Massachusetts men with setting off an explosive device inside a Harvard University medical building, describing the ...

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Memphis Business Academy Football Coach Arrested in Mississippi Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

Memphis Business Academy Football Coach Arrested in Mississippi Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

Memphis, TN — A Memphis Business Academy football coach was arrested on October 30 in connection with a drug trafficking conspiracy spanning parts of ...

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