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Father dies after saving daughter from nearly drowning off Fort Lauderdale Beach on Father’s Day

By Brandon Beyer, Alex Browning, Nicole Linsalata, Tynisa Senior, Matthew Garcia Click here for updates on this story     FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida (WSVN) — A water rescue off Fort Lauderdale Beach has now turned fatal, as a father who rushed to save his daughter from drowning has died, according to officials. Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue units

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‘So tired of the killings’: Community leaders urge engagement after recent stretch of gun violence on Milwaukee’s north side

By Adam Rife Click here for updates on this story     MILWAUKEE (WDJT) — After a recent stretch of high-profile shootings on Milwaukee’s north side, community leaders do not want their neighbors to become desensitized to the violence. They’re pleading for more community engagement, and for people to help each other keep their neighborhoods safe. Farina

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Interactive mural in Downtown Fresno highlights stories of undocumented immigrants

By Vince Ybarra Click here for updates on this story     FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — A new interactive mural in Downtown Fresno is giving voice to undocumented immigrants through art and technology. The installation, created by Lizbeth DeLaCruz Santana, features the faces of undocumented individuals, paired with a QR code that links to personal stories. “In

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Before Juneteenth, volunteers are working to preserve Underground Railroad history in this Pennsylvania town

By Madeleine Wright Click here for updates on this story     KENNETT SQUARE, Pennsylvania (KYW) — Kennett Square heralds itself as the mushroom capital of the world. But what many people don’t know is that it was a crucial stop for freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Crystal Crampton, president of the Kennett Underground Railroad Center,

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Former police officer pleads guilty to federal charge of enticement of a minor

By Rachel Denny Clow Click here for updates on this story     CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (KRIS) — A former Corpus Christi Police Department officer has pleaded guilty to a federal charge of enticement of a minor following an investigation that began when an Oklahoma mother discovered disturbing messages on her 15-year-old daughter’s phone. Daniel Abelardo Verduzco

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Detroit News, Free Press to end joint operating agreement, will run independently

By Paula Washington Click here for updates on this story     DETROIT, Michigan (WWJ) — The Detroit News and Detroit Free Press, competitors in content who shared business operations for decades, are ending their joint operating agreement and will run independently of each other. Both newspapers issued announcements on their websites Monday morning about the decision.

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A Legacy of Liberation Lives On: Acres Homes Gears Up for the 14th Annual Sylvester Turner Juneteenth Parade

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     ‘June 26, 3035 (Houston Style Magazine) — HOUSTON, TX – History, heritage, and Houston pride will take center stage in the heart of Acres Homes as thousands prepare to line the streets for one of the city’s most anticipated cultural celebrations—the 14th Annual Sylvester

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‘Be proud’: Birmingham celebrates Pride Week with festival encouraging people to be who they are

By Ayron Lewallen Click here for updates on this story     BIRMINGHAM, Alabama (WVTM) — A sea of rainbows filled downtown Birmingham to celebrate Pride Month on Sunday. Linn Park was the home of Pride Week’s culminating event PrideFest. The event featured vendors, live music and stars from the popular television show “RuPaul’s Drag Race.” Most

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Volunteer firefighter killed and two others injured during training exercise, officials say

By WYFF Staff Click here for updates on this story     MONTREAT, North Carolina (WYFF) — Buncombe County Officials says a firefighter is dead after an accident during a training exercise. Officials say the firefighter were with the Riceville Volunteer Fire Department. They say members of the department were training in Montreat when an accident involving

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Pennsylvania Wendy’s manager accused of sending explicit photos to underage employee

By WTAE Staff Click here for updates on this story     BETHEL PARK, Pennsylvania (WTAE) — A Wendy’s manager who worked at the franchise’s Bethel Park location is facing charges after police say he admitted to soliciting and distributing explicit photos and videos to a teenage employee. According to a criminal complaint obtained Saturday, Bethel Park

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How conspiracy theories turned L.A. protests into a misinformation storm

By Jasmin Jose Click here for updates on this story     June 12, 2025 (LAPost.com) — When protests erupted across downtown Los Angeles in response to intensified ICE raids, a parallel storm brewed online: an explosion of conspiracy theories, doctored videos, fake photos and AI-generated fabrications. The L.A. protests began on June 6 with demonstrations against deportation

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Son arrested in Miami after allegedly shooting his father the day before Father’s Day, police say

By Alyssa Dzikowski Click here for updates on this story     MIAMI (WFOR) — A man was arrested in Miami and charged for allegedly shooting his father Saturday night, police say. The incident was reported near 60 Avenue and West Flagler Street. According to Miami police, 25-year-old Adrian Garcia was charged with attempted murder. Police say

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Wife of Minnesota senator shielded their daughter from bullets in targeted shooting, nephew says

By Esme Murphy Click here for updates on this story     CHAMPLIN, Minnesota (WCCO) — Amid the horror and senseless violence in the shootings of Minnesota Rep. Melissa Hortman and Sen. John Hoffman and their spouses, there are stories of heroism. Officials say Melissa Hortman and John Hoffman were targeted because they were public servants. Their

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From a founding father to a golden toilet: protesters get creative at Pennsylvania “No Kings” rally

By Eva Andersen, Jon Claudio, Ryan Hughes, Sean Tallant, Nikki DeMentri Click here for updates on this story     MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — Hundreds gathered outside the Montgomery County Courthouse Saturday as part of the “No Kings” movement, joining voices across the nation and region to protest what they call a growing threat of authoritarianism

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Before Juneteenth, volunteers are working to preserve Underground Railroad history in this Pennsylvania town

By Madeleine Wright Click here for updates on this story     KENNETT SQUARE, Pennsylvania (KDKA) — Kennett Square heralds itself as the mushroom capital of the world. But what many people don’t know is that it was a crucial stop for freedom seekers on the Underground Railroad. Crystal Crampton, president of the Kennett Underground Railroad Center,

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Protestors across WNC rally against Trump policies during ‘No Kings’ demonstrations

By Ruby Annas Click here for updates on this story     NORTH CAROLINA (WLOS) — Hundreds of cities are participating in No Kings protests and other organized demonstrations against President Donald Trump and his policies before the military parade. The parade celebrates the Army’s 250th anniversary. The event also coincides with Trump’s birthday and Flag Day.

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Denver police arrest 17 people in connection with “No Kings” protest, department says

By Austen Erblat Click here for updates on this story     DENVER (KCNC) — Seventeen people were arrested in connection with Saturday’s “No Kings” protest in Denver — one of over 2,000 affiliated protests across the country, in which organizers say over 5 million people attended to protest the Trump administration and its policies and actions.

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‘No Kings’ movement gains momentum as thousands of Marylanders take to the streets

By Kaicey Baylor Click here for updates on this story     BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Thousands of people attended several protests across Maryland as part of the nationwide ‘No Kings’ movement Saturday. One of the largest demonstrations took place at Patterson Park in East Baltimore. “This is our fight,” said Kelsey Johnston, who attended one of Baltimore’s

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Children’s Hospital Los Angeles closing its center for transgender youth

KABC By Denise Dador Click here for updates on this story     LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is closing its Center for Transyouth Health and Development and Gender-Affirming Care surgical program, according to an email obtained by Eyewitness News Thursday. Hospital executives cited challenges due to the “shifting policy landscape,” executive orders from

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Children’s Hospital Los Angeles closing its center for transgender youth

By Denise Dador Click here for updates on this story     LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is closing its Center for Transyouth Health and Development and Gender-Affirming Care surgical program, according to an email obtained by Eyewitness News Thursday. Hospital executives cited challenges due to the “shifting policy landscape,” executive orders from President

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UC Davis top grad aims to revolutionize aging, befriends 95-year-old veteran through service

By Ashley Sharp Click here for updates on this story     DAVIS, California (KOVR) — Starting Friday morning and through the weekend, around 8,000 UC Davis undergraduate students will pack the Golden 1 Center for commencement ceremonies. Being honored with the University Medal as the top graduating senior of 2025 is Avantika Gokulnatha of San Jose.

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