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Bucyrus, Ohio Bicyclist Seriously Injured in Collision With Pickup Truck at Busy Intersection Bucyrus, Ohio: A tragic traffic crash occurred on August 28, 2025, at approximately 3:49 p.m., involving a pickup truck and a bicyclist at the intersection of North Lane Street and Plymouth Street. Emergency responders arrived promptly on the scene to provide immediate…

Fairmount, North Dakota Woman Mariah Buck Dies in Devastating Bicycle Accident in Richland County Fairmount, North Dakota: It is with heavy hearts that the community mourns Mariah Buck, 45, who passed away on Tuesday afternoon, August 26, 2025, following a bicycle accident in Richland County. Residents and friends remember Mariah as a vibrant, energetic woman…

Tragic Loss in Local Community as Young Daughter Brooke Foster Passes Away Unexpectedly Newport News, Virginia: It is with deep sorrow that the community mourns the loss of Brooke Foster, the cherished daughter of John and Dianne Foster, who passed away on August 17, 2025. Born on March 25, 2008, Brooke brought joy and warmth…

EAST TEXAS — Victim Karsyn Wayne Slaydon, 11, Lost Life Following UTV Rollover Incident Tragedy struck East Texas when 11-year-old Karsyn Wayne Slaydon lost his life in a UTV rollover accident that occurred late Wednesday afternoon. The young boy, known for his bright personality and joyful spirit, was enjoying a ride on the vehicle with…

Detroit Tigers Mourn Loss of Former Pitcher Daryl Patterson, Team Shares Heartfelt Condolences DETROIT — The Detroit Tigers are mourning the loss of former pitcher Daryl Alan Patterson, who passed away on August 28 at the age of 81. Patterson, a key member of the team during the late 1960s, remains a cherished figure in…

Mecklenburg County Interstate 85 Shooting Leaves One Man Dead, Authorities Investigate Circumstances Thoroughly MECKLENBURG COUNTY — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting along Interstate 85 that claimed the life of a man Thursday afternoon. Law enforcement responded quickly after reports of gunfire, working to secure the scene and gather information from witnesses traveling along the…

Minneapolis Families of Two Young Victims Speak Out After Tragic Annunciation Church Shooting Incident MINNEAPOLIS — Families of the two young victims who lost their lives in Wednesday’s mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in southwest Minneapolis are asking for privacy during this difficult time. Authorities say the tragedy has deeply affected the local community…

Trenton, N.J.: Authorities Respond to Early Morning Shooting Incident in South Trenton Neighborhood TRENTON, N.J. — Authorities in Trenton responded early Friday morning to a shooting incident in South Trenton after the city’s gunfire-detection system alerted police. The system, designed to quickly identify and locate gunfire, allowed officers to arrive at the scene within minutes…

Emporia, Kan.: ESU Issues Emergency Alert for Active Situation at Newman Regional Health Facility EMPORIA, Kan. — Tension swept through Emporia Thursday afternoon after Emporia State University (ESU) issued an emergency alert regarding a potentially dangerous situation at Newman Regional Health. The alert warned students, faculty, and nearby residents to remain indoors and follow safety…

Portland, Ore.: Woman Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle in Northwest Portland Early This Month PORTLAND, Ore. — Authorities have confirmed the identity of the woman who tragically died earlier this month after being struck by a vehicle in Northwest Portland. The Portland Police Bureau identified the victim as 60-year-old Patsy Leigh Miller, a longtime…

Portland, Ore.: Woman Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle in Northwest Portland Early This Month PORTLAND, Ore. — Authorities have confirmed the identity of the woman who tragically died earlier this month after being struck by a vehicle in Northwest Portland. The Portland Police Bureau identified the victim as 60-year-old Patsy Leigh Miller, a longtime…

Nashville, Tenn.: Two Victims Die in Tragic Nolensville Pike Motorcycle Collision Tuesday Night NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Authorities in Nashville have confirmed the tragic deaths of both victims involved in a motorcycle crash earlier this week. The Metro Nashville Police Department reported that the collision occurred Tuesday night on Nolensville Pike, near a local gas station,…

Canandaigua, N.Y.: Truck Driver Jonathan Stills Dies in Devastating State Route 5&20 Crash Wednesday Morning CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. — Authorities have confirmed the identity of the truck driver involved in a fatal crash Wednesday morning in Canandaigua. The victim has been identified as 40-year-old Jonathan Stills, a resident of Lima. The accident occurred on State Route…

Harris County, Texas: Second Individual Arrested in Connection to Tragic Highlands Area Child’s Death HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Authorities in Harris County have confirmed the arrest of a second individual connected to the tragic death of an 8-year-old child in the Highlands area. The arrest comes as investigators continue to piece together the events that…

Mount Pleasant, N.Y.: Bronx Man Loses Life in Taconic State Parkway Motorcycle Crash Wednesday Night MOUNT PLEASANT, N.Y. — Authorities in Mount Pleasant are investigating a tragic motorcycle crash on the northbound side of the Taconic State Parkway that claimed the life of a Bronx man Wednesday night. The incident occurred around 9:16 p.m., leaving…

Rapid City, S.D.: Police Investigate Fatal Shooting at East Watertown Street Apartment Complex Wednesday Evening RAPID CITY, S.D. — Authorities in Rapid City are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Wednesday evening at an apartment complex located in the 200 block of East Watertown Street. Law enforcement officials responded to reports of gunfire shortly after…

Shreveport, La.: Law Enforcement Conducts Manhunt for Felony Suspect in Walker Road Bert Kouns Area SHREVEPORT, La. — Law enforcement agencies in Shreveport have launched an active manhunt after a felony suspect was reported in the Walker Road and Bert Kouns area. Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Deputies and Shreveport Police are coordinating efforts to locate and…

Eagle Pass, Texas: Authorities Investigate Deadly Crash on U.S. Highway 277 Early Thursday Morning EAGLE PASS, Texas — Authorities in Eagle Pass are investigating a deadly crash that occurred early Thursday morning on U.S. Highway 277. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) responded promptly to the scene after receiving reports of a serious accident…

Thousand Palms Authorities Identify Man Found Deceased on Railroad Tracks Early Tuesday Morning THOUSAND PALMS, Calif. — A man was discovered deceased on railroad tracks early Tuesday morning in Thousand Palms, authorities reported. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department responded to the scene after receiving a report from passersby who noticed the body. The victim has…

Westminster authorities confirm tragic loss of local man after early morning motorcycle crash near community WESTMINSTER, Colorado — Authorities have confirmed that a Westminster man lost his life in a devastating motorcycle crash early Thursday morning near the community. The tragic incident has left loved ones grieving and the community in shock as investigators work…