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Dali expected to be removed in less than two weeks, crews remain focused on finding remaining Key Bridge collapse victims

By Christian Olaniran, Mike Hellgren Click here for updates on this story     BALTIMORE, Maryland (WJZ) — The Dali ship is expected to be removed from the wreckage site by early May before the opening of a deeper temporary channel at the Port of Baltimore. The 45-foot-deep channel is expected to be operational in less than

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Florida sawfish deaths, ‘spinning’ fish decline

By Web staff Click here for updates on this story     TALLAHASSEE, Florida (WFOR) — Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officials hope they are seeing decreased incidents of what are described as “erratically spinning fish” and smalltooth sawfish deaths in the Florida Keys. Gil McRae, director of the commission’s Fish and Wildlife Research Institute, said

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Emergency protection order granted, financial assets frozen in Deven relatives disappearance case

By Monique John Click here for updates on this story     FAYETTEVILLE, North Carolina (WTVD) — The case of missing relatives Blake Deven and London Deven continues to evolve. Now, during the investigation, Social Services has filed a protection order for another member of the Deven family. A district court judge has granted an emergency protection

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Ranchers push for change after Colorado Parks and Wildlife says it won’t kill wolf related to depredations

By Spencer Wilson Click here for updates on this story     COLORADO (WCCO) — The North Park Stockgrowers Association has penned a letter to Colorado Parks and Wildlife after receiving a letter from the organization explaining the reasoning behind not taking lethal measures against a wolf proven to have killed livestock. Mark Hackleman, president of the

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“I would be dead if they didn’t take action”: Woman credits Walmart employees for saving her life

By Victoria Scott Click here for updates on this story     NORTH PORT, Florida (WFTX) — North Port resident Mary DiSanzo just celebrated her 79th birthday. However, she told North Port Community Correspondent Victoria Scott it almost didn’t happen. “I had a birthday the other day, and I wouldn’t have had that birthday if it weren’t

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Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute begins developing drones to fight wildfires

By Patrick Damp Click here for updates on this story     PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — After the skies were hazy last summer in Pittsburgh and other cities across the country, researchers at Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute began developing drones to combat wildfires. Andrew Jong, a recent graduate with a master’s degree in robotics, is now pursuing

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Suspect in deadly carjacking was released from jail hours before killing victim, a father of 7

By Rachael Wilkerson Click here for updates on this story     INDIANAPOLIS (WRTV) — The Marion County Coroner’s office identified the victim in Monday’s deadly carjacking as 51-year-old Shane Coffman. WRTV found the suspect involved had just been released from jail and that Coffman fought for his car. His wife Julie said Coffman is irreplaceable. He

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‘There’s no coming back from murder’: Nashville debates pretrial bond and reoffenders

By Kelsey Gibbs Click here for updates on this story     NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WTVF) — In the past year, the Metro Nashville Police Department has made significant strides in addressing violent crimes with over 3,000 arrests recorded. However, a troubling trend has emerged, as 16% of these individuals have been rearrested while out on bond, sparking

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How a survivor of a notorious crime is working to save one of LA’s most storied cemeteries

By Web staff Click here for updates on this story     COMPTON, California (KCAL) — Broken gates, shattered headstones and desecrated grave sites are just the most recent troubles at Compton’s storied cemetery, Woodlawn Celestial Gardens. “It’s a huge historical landmark,” Compton City Councilman Jonathan Bowers said. “A lot of American history laid to rest here,

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KTBS 3 at the southern border

By Madison Edwards and Norm Cottrill Click here for updates on this story     EAGLE PASS, Texas (KTBS) — My time in Eagle Pass, Texas, was spent touring the areas south of Shelby Park, where the Louisiana National Guard’s Second Squadron 108th Cavalry Regiment patrolled the banks of the Rio Grande. As dawn breaks over the

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Seniors in Mequon living center hit 30,000 steps to raise awareness for Parkinson’s disease

By Ellie Nakamoto-White Click here for updates on this story     MEQUON, Wisconsin (WDJT) — It’s a beautiful sunny Thursday morning at Newcastle Place, an independent elderly living community in Mequon. Outside, the sun is shining — the perfect scenario for residents to walk around the grounds. Instead, seniors are packed inside, huddled around three exercise

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Celebrate Polish Heritage at the Vibrant Houston Polish Festival!

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     April 30, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houstonians, get ready to immerse yourselves in the rich tapestry of Polish culture at the annual Houston Polish Festival, held at Our Lady of Czestochowa Roman Catholic Church. This much-anticipated event coincides with Poland’s National Constitution Day, celebrating

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Breaking HIV Stigma: AHF Billboards Champion Thriving Lives

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     April 30, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a groundbreaking move, AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) unveils its latest out-of-home advertising campaign, aimed at dismantling the stigma surrounding HIV testing and celebrating individuals thriving with the virus. This innovative initiative not only encourages testing but also

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Sheriff: Orange County ‘serial killer’ strangled women, dumped their bodies in same location

By Allison Petro Click here for updates on this story     ORANGE COUNTY, Florida (WESH) — Orange County Sheriff John Mina announced the arrest of an Orange County “serial killer” who strangled two women and dumped their bodies after having sex with them. On Monday, Mina said 25-year-old Carlos Baez-Nieves was arrested after evidence showed he

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‘It is huge’: Kentucky Derby 150 estimated to have largest economic impact in history

By Madeline Carter Click here for updates on this story     LOUISVILLE, Kentucky (WLKY) — Kentucky Derby 150 is already historic, but it’s also expected to have the largest economic impact in the tradition’s history. Louisville Tourism estimates Derby weekend alone will bring in $405 million to the city. That’s approximately $3 million more than last

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Cancer survivor goes viral for jump roping skills

WPVI By Christie Ileto Click here for updates on this story     PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — Antoinette Marshal from Southwest Philadelphia uses jumping rope as a form of therapy. She is also double-dutching her way into viral fame. The 49-year-old’s story proves her determination and a few jumps can help you leap over any obstacle. Marshal had

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Police break up UNC-CH protest after American flag lowered at pro-Palestine demonstration

WRAL, CNN By WRAL Staff Click here for updates on this story     CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina (WRAL) — An active scene at UNC-Chapel Hill continued Tuesday afternoon, hours after police began detaining pro-Palestinian protesters on campus. University police said 30 people were taken into custody Tuesday morning because they refused to leave. According to university

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Police break up UNC-CH protest after American flag lowered at pro-Palestine demonstration

By WRAL Staff Click here for updates on this story     CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina (WRAL) — An active scene at UNC-Chapel Hill continued Tuesday afternoon, hours after police began detaining pro-Palestinian protesters on campus. University police said 30 people were taken into custody Tuesday morning because they refused to leave. According to university police, protesters

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The emotional moment a Ft. Stewart soldier back from deployment surprised his 5-year old daughter

By Lydia Blackstone Click here for updates on this story     HINESVILLE, Georgia (WJCL) — There’s nothing like coming home. A total of 250 Fort Stewart soldiers are now reunited with their families. One of them is Capt. Quensie Brown. Brown has a 5-year-old little girl, Bella. “It’s hard leaving back your family, your daughters, your

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‘We need your help’: Emotional support gator with devoted following disappears in Coastal Georgia

By Graham Cawthon & Frank Sulkowski Click here for updates on this story     BRUNSWICK, Georgia (WJCL) — An emotional support alligator with a devoted social media following has gone missing in Coastal Georgia. Wally, who has amassed more than 100,000 followers on TikTok alone, reportedly disappeared while on a trip from Lebanon, Pa. to Brunswick.

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Family desperate for help after newborn twins with rare condition are denied life-altering treatment

By Dennis Evans Click here for updates on this story     SAINT JOSEPH, Missouri (KMBC) — A family in St. Joseph says they desperately need help after discovering that their newborn twins were diagnosed with a rare condition that their insurance company has denied medical coverage for. The condition is one that, without proper treatment and

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North Texas police, firefighters help 3-year-old battling rare brain tumor live out his dreams

By Caroline Vandergriff Click here for updates on this story     COPPELL, Texas (KTVT) — A North Texas little boy who’s battling a rare brain tumor got to live out one of his biggest dreams Monday, thanks to Coppell police and firefighters. The Coppell Police Department made three-year-old Benedict “Benny” Schiefelbein the honorary police chief for

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TDECU Launches Cares Foundation to Strengthen Community Ties and Boost Local Support in Houston

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     April 30, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Texas Dow Employees Credit Union (TDECU), a beacon of community involvement and support in Houston, has further solidified its commitment to local development through the creation of the TDECU Cares Foundation. Spearheaded by TDECU’s dynamic leadership team,

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Houston Style Spotlight: Over $78 Million in Grants Propel Energy Transformation in America’s Rural and Remote Communities

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     April 30, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a major boost to President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative, earmarking over $78 million for clean energy projects across rural and remote areas of the United

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Houston’s Third Annual Art Bike Parade and Festival Returns for its Third Year Celebrating Creativity and Community

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     April 30, 2024 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston is revving up for a spectacular blend of artistry and community spirit with the third annual Art Bike Parade and Festival, set to color the streets with creativity and camaraderie on Saturday, May 11th, during Mother’s

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Man who police say died saving child at Percy Priest Lake described as ‘wonderful person’

By Michael Warrick Click here for updates on this story     NASHVILLE, Tennessee (WSMV) — Dangerous water conditions at Percy Priest Lake contributed to a 34-year-old man’s death over the weekend, according to the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency (TWRA). Harold Layne Tomlinson, who went by Layne, drowned Saturday night after jumping into the water to help

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