BANJUL, The Gambia – Ebrima Sagnia’s heart aches as he recalls the joyful moments of his little son playing around their home in The Gambia’s capital. The memories of his son, Lamin, bring both pain and grief, as he tragically fell victim to substandard cough syrups imported from India, causing the deaths of at least … Read more
EUGENE, Ore. – Police in Eugene, Oregon have been responding to a concerning spike in overdose-related deaths since Wednesday, August 2, 2023. As of now, at least 8 deaths have been reported and initial investigations point to a possible connection to illicit drug use, particularly involving fentanyl. The Lane County Medical Examiner is currently working … Read more
BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. – The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, in partnership with Broward County Public Defender Gordon Weekes, addressed the concerning issue of inmate deaths in Broward County jails at a news conference on Thursday morning. According to officials, 21 individuals have died while in custody in Broward County jails since … Read more
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The families of four men who tragically passed away while in custody at Broward County jail are calling for a Justice Department investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths. The recent six-week period saw one inmate allegedly murdered by a fellow inmate, another found hanging in his cell, and two others … Read more
Durban, South Africa – Police Minister Bheki Cele is set to address the media regarding the recent surge in violent crime in KwaZulu-Natal, following a series of disturbing incidents in the province. The latest incident involved six robbery suspects who were killed in a firefight with police in eMachobeni, Inanda, just hours after a family … Read more
STODDARD, Wis. (AP) — Residents in Stoddard reported hearing loud noises over the weekend that were initially described as sounding like an explosion, prompting an investigation by the Vernon County Sheriff’s Department. Sheriff Roy Torgerson stated in a media release that despite the reports, there is currently no evidence to suggest that an actual explosion … Read more
Toronto, Ontario – A tragic incident has struck a Toronto family as a mother’s fall from her sixth-floor balcony was soon followed by the discovery of her two young boys dead in their Scarborough apartment. Neighbours have confirmed that the mother had recently posted a fundraiser seeking help after her husband died of complications from … Read more
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Authorities in Colorado Springs discovered parts from an explosive device after receiving multiple calls reporting a loud explosion in the area of Costilla St. and El Paso St. The calls came in late Friday evening, prompting the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) to dispatch officers to the scene the following morning. … Read more
Kolkata, India – Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma voiced his lack of surprise in response to the assault on monks in West Bengal, calling the state politically violent. The incident involved three monks reportedly attacked by a mob in Purulia district. The monks were accused of being kidnappers in disguise while on their way … Read more
Pearl City, Hawaii – A woman who was tragically murdered in Pearlridge had previously filed a temporary restraining order against the man now accused of killing her, following several terrifying encounters. The victim had taken legal action to protect herself from the alleged killer after experiencing frightening interactions with him. However, despite her efforts to … Read more