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$500 million lawsuit alleges prison guards illegally recorded strip searches at women’s facilit

By DeJanay Booth-Singleton Click here for updates on this story     Michigan (WWJ) — A new lawsuit filed against the Michigan Department of Corrections alleges that the department instructed guards to use their body cameras to record strip searches at the Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility in Pittsfield Township, Michigan. The $500 million lawsuit, filed on

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Union Pacific’s Commitment to Fifth Ward: Transparency, Testing, and a Safer Tomorrow

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     May 6, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a significant development for Houston’s historic Fifth Ward, Union Pacific has completed the final round of its extensive soil testing initiative surrounding the former Houston Wood Preserving Works (HWPW) site—and the results offer reassurance and renewed

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Health District investigating frozen half-shell oysters linked to illnesses

By KTNV News Staff Click here for updates on this story     LAS VEGAS, Nevada (KTNV) — Local health officials are investigating cases of “acute gastrointestinal illnesses” linked to frozen half-shell oysters shipped in from South Korea. The Southern Nevada Health District said, to date, five Clark County residents have reported illnesses after eating the oysters,

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H-E-B Honors Texas Educators with $480,000 in Grants—Houston Shines in a Celebration of Dedication and Excellence

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     May 6, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — In true Texas-sized fashion, H-E-B once again proved why it’s more than just a grocery giant—it’s a cornerstone of community upliftment. On Sunday, May 4, in the heart of Downtown Austin, the 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Education

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DA clears officers in fatal shooting of Samuel Sharpe during the RNC

By Jay Sirkin Click here for updates on this story     MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin (WTMJ) — The Milwaukee County district attorney’s office has cleared five Columbus Division of Police officers in the July 16 fatal shooting of 43-year-old Samuel Sharpe during the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. The DA’s office said the investigation—conducted by the Milwaukee Area

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‘My father would be so proud:’ Daughter of new Navy ship’s namesake on hand as ship arrives in Virginia

By Colter Anstaett Click here for updates on this story     NORFOLK, Virginia (WTKR) — Escorted by tugs, the USNS Robert E. Simanek slowly arrived pierside at Naval Station Norfolk Monday for a ceremonial welcome. “I saw her coming around the corner and my heart just went crazy,” said Ann Simanek-Clark, the daughter of the man

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Lacrosse captain from Massachusetts also introducing children to the water as a surf instructor

By Nick Giovanni Click here for updates on this story     MATTAPOISETT, Massachusetts (WBZ) — The captain of the Old Rochester Regional High School lacrosse team in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts is helping his teammates on the field and also teaches a completely different sport in the water. When senior David Lally is on the lacrosse field, he’s

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Marine biologists, environmentalists sound the alarm, call northern end of Indian River Lagoon a death trap for manatees

By Jordan Segundo, Rubén Rosario Click here for updates on this story     FLORIDA (WSVN) — A Florida lagoon that was once considered a paradise for the state’s manatees has become a death trap, and environmentalists said it’s a result of pollution. The Indian River Lagoon, stretching from Palm Beach County to Daytona Beach, is where

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Father and sons sentenced in revenge killing

By Shannon Becker Click here for updates on this story     TULSA, Oklahoma (KOAM) — A father was sentenced after being convicted by a jury of first-degree murder and assault, announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson. U.S. District Judge Gregory K. Frizzell sentenced James William Buzzard, 52, to life imprisonment, plus 10 years, after a jury convicted

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‘I have a deep passion’: UG commissioner explains ‘offensive’ racial comments he made at meeting

By Rachel Henderson Click here for updates on this story     Kansas (KSHB) — A Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, commissioner under fire for “offensive” racial comments said he was speaking from a place of passion. Phil Lopez, District 6 commissioner, was addressing a petitioner during the planning and zoning portion of

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Detroit man charged in home invasion and car theft, accused of forcing 11-year-old daughter to assist him

By DeJanay Booth-Singleton Click here for updates on this story     DETROIT (WWJ) — A Detroit man is facing charges in connection with a home invasion and car theft, and is accused of forcing his 11-year-old daughter to assist him, according to the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office. Andre Stephon-Curtis Broadenax, 29, is charged with first-degree home

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How one Colorado police department is changing how officers respond to traffic stops

By Sarah Horbacewicz Click here for updates on this story     BOULDER, Colorado (KCNC) — Earlier this year, the Boulder Police Department launched a new Blue Envelope Program aimed at improving interactions between police and community members. The envelopes have tips for successful interactions with law enforcement as well as space to write in any concerns

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Duncan Aldred Appointed President of GM North America, Signaling a Bold New Era of Innovation and Customer Focus

By Jo-Carolyn Goode Click here for updates on this story     May 5, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — In a decisive move that underscores its commitment to customer-centric innovation and sustainable growth, General Motors (GM) has appointed industry veteran Duncan Aldred as Senior Vice President and President of North America. Effective immediately, Aldred will oversee GM’s

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Antisemitic sign at Barstool Philadelphia bar goes viral; Temple University student suspended

By Tom Ignudo, Scott Jacobson, Raymond Strickland Click here for updates on this story     PHILADELPHIA (KYW) — A Temple University student has been placed on interim suspension after an antisemitic sign was displayed at Barstool Sansom Street in Philadelphia on Saturday night in a video that’s gone viral on social media. The Temple student’s identity

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