OMAHA, NE — Nebraska is grappling with the aftermath of a severe winter storm that swept through the state earlier this week, leaving up to five inches of snow in the Omaha area and challenging road conditions statewide. The storm, which lasted from Tuesday afternoon into Wednesday morning, also brought unusually strong winds, with a … Read more
Eaton, CA — A community in mourning found solace in unity as they convened this Sunday, days after the devastating Eaton Fire razed numerous homes, businesses, and places of worship. Among the gravely affected structures were multiple churches and synagogues that served as pillars to the community. Gatherings this Sunday bore a significant weight, with … Read more
Monterey, Calif. — In 2019, Erika Mahoney was at the peak of her reporting career with KAZU Public Radio in Monterey, blending her passion for journalism with community engagement. However, her career took an unexpected turn during a live report on a tragic shooting in Gilroy, Calif., marking a sorrowful introduction to national news. The … Read more
Madison, WI — A tragic school shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison last Monday has left a community grappling with grief and horror. Authorities identified the victims as 42-year-old teacher Erin Michelle West and 14-year-old student Rubi Patricia Vergara. The incident, which involved 15-year-old shooter Natalie “Samantha” Rupnow, has sparked a complex investigation … Read more
Florida was hit hard by Hurricane Milton, leaving a trail of destruction, multiple fatalities, and leading to numerous heroic rescue operations. The intense storm made landfall on Thursday, battering the state with ferocious winds and severe flooding that have impacted thousands of lives. Emergency services were quick to respond, deploying rescue teams across the worst-hit … Read more
RALEIGH, N.C. — The National Weather Service has confirmed the occurrence of several tornadoes across North Carolina, leading to significant damage and fatalities as a result of the storm system. Among the confirmed tornadoes, two EF-1 tornadoes severely impacted Vance and Durham counties this past Friday. In Durham County, an EF-1 tornado with winds reaching … Read more
Fort Pierce, FL — Six residents of a senior living mobile home park in St. Lucie County tragically lost their lives as a result of the powerful Hurricane Milton, which spawned a series of tornadoes across the region. The fatalities occurred at the Spanish Lakes Country Club Village in Fort Pierce, officials confirmed on Thursday. … Read more
Raleigh, N.C. — Officials in North Carolina confirmed that the recent Hurricane Helene led to the deaths of at least 95 people across the state, leaving several still unaccounted for. The devastating effects of the hurricane were felt most severely in Buncombe County, where 42 casualties were reported, followed by Yancey and Henderson counties with … Read more
Hurricane Milton unleashed fury on Florida late Wednesday and early Thursday, toppling structures, uprooting trees, and claiming lives as it tore through the state. The fierce storm has led to notable devastation across several counties, particularly in Central Florida and Tampa Bay where casualties have been reported. As communities begin to survey the scale of … Read more
Siesta Key, FL — Hurricane Milton landed a severe blow to parts of Florida, causing massive destruction and leaving at least 17 people dead and millions without power, as it churned through the state with punishing winds, torrential rains, and towering storm surges. Authorities are rapidly assessing the extent of the damages as communities begin … Read more