Washington, D.C. — A man has been charged months after a woman’s body was discovered in a dumpster in Northeast Washington. Richard Dyson, 58, was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the death of 62-year-old Donnella Bryan, whose disappearance had been reported just days earlier. Bryan’s body was found on April 19 in a dumpster … Read more
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The family of an Ohio man who died following a restraint incident at a county jail is calling for murder charges against the deputies involved. They allege that excessive force led to his death during a struggle with corrections officers. Darnell D. Jones, 41, was pronounced dead about 30 minutes after he … Read more
PLANTERSVILLE, Ala. — A severe weather event that swept across central and southern Alabama on Saturday has resulted in the deaths of two individuals in Plantersville and significant injuries to three others, local authorities reported. Dallas County Sheriff Mike Granthum disclosed that the injured parties were promptly transported to a hospital for urgent medical care … Read more
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