Sterling, Virginia – A Virginia volunteer firefighter, Trevor Brown, who tragically lost his life in an explosion that destroyed a home in Sterling, will be honored with flags at half-staff on Monday. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has ordered that the United States and Virginia flags be lowered at all state buildings in memory and respect … Read more
LEESBURG, Va. – A memorial service is set to take place for the firefighter who tragically lost his life in a home explosion in Loudoun County. The community is coming together to honor the hero who bravely served to protect others. The firefighter, whose identity has not been publicly released, was part of a team … Read more
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota – A vigil was held Sunday evening to honor three first responders who tragically lost their lives in a domestic abuse incident in Minnesota. The incident unfolded as a domestic abuse incident turned into a deadly armed encounter, resulting in the deaths of two Burnsville police officers and one paramedic. The tragic event … Read more
EAST LANSDOWNE, Pennsylvania – A community gathered to honor the Le family, who tragically died after a shooting and house fire in East Lansdowne, Delaware County. Pink and blue balloons were released into the sky at a vigil held in Yeadon Community Park to remember Xuong Le, his wife Britni McLaughlin-Le, and their three children, … Read more
MIDDLETOWN, Connecticut – Workers, family members, and elected officials are set to pay tribute to the six workers who lost their lives in the Kleen Energy power plant explosion of 2010, as announced by the Connecticut AFL-CIO Health & Safety Committee. The labor union will be hosting a memorial service at 11 a.m. on Sunday, … Read more
FORT WORTH, Texas – The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo recently observed Military Appreciation Night and took the opportunity to honor the first responders who bravely sprang into action during a recent crisis in the community. The event paid tribute to the heroes who responded to the explosion at the Sandman Signature Hotel in … Read more
Starford, Pennsylvania – In 1924, an explosion at the Lancashire No. 18 mine of Barnes & Tucker Coal Company tragically killed 36 men, with 4 others reported missing. This devastating event made international headlines a century ago, and today, descendants of the victims are working to create a memorial to honor their loved ones. The … Read more
MOORESVILLE, North Carolina – An emotional gathering took place to bid farewell to a beloved doctor who was allegedly murdered by a group of teenagers. Dr. Robert Lesslie, a well-known figure in the community, was honored by more than 600 people at a memorial service held at a local church. The tragic event has left … Read more
PERRY, Iowa – The community of Perry, Iowa is preparing to say their final goodbyes to the principal who lost his life in the tragic shooting at Perry High School earlier this month. Dan Marburger succumbed to his injuries over the weekend, prompting arrangements for funeral services to be made. According to the obituary, visitation … Read more
AMARILLO, Texas (AP) — Family and friends gathered in Amarillo to hold a balloon release in honor of Shereena Ann Byington, a beloved teacher and mother who was tragically killed by her ex-boyfriend. The event took place at her gravesite as a way to remember and honor her memory. Byington was murdered in August 2022, … Read more