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Storm bringing risk of mudslides, debris flows to trigger evacuation warnings in LA burn scars

By Marissa Wenzke Click here for updates on this story     California (KCAL/KCBS) — With heavy rain bringing the risk of dangerous mudslides and debris flows, the Los Angeles Fire Department has announced evacuation warnings — and mandatory orders for some specific addresses — in areas recently burned by wildfires. The evacuation warnings are being issued

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Storm bringing risk of mudslides, debris flows to trigger evacuation warnings in LA burn scars

KCAL, KCBS By Marissa Wenzke Click here for updates on this story     California (KCAL/KCBS) — With heavy rain bringing the risk of dangerous mudslides and debris flows, the Los Angeles Fire Department has announced evacuation warnings — and mandatory orders for some specific addresses — in areas recently burned by wildfires. The evacuation warnings are

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Maryland leaders sue gun manufacturer Glock alleging company contributed to gun violence crisis

By JT Moodee Lockman, Stephon Dingle Click here for updates on this story     BALTIMORE (WJZ) — Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott filed a lawsuit against major gun manufacturer Glock, alleging that the company violated the state’s Gun Industry Accountability Act and contributed to the gun violence crisis. “Since 1990, Glock

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Daughter of WWII veteran Roland Bragg reacts to Fort Liberty name change: ‘Very proud of my father’

By Akilah Davis Click here for updates on this story     FORT LIBERTY, N.C. (WTVD) — When Debra Sokoll first heard Fort Liberty would be renamed after her father, Pfc. Roland Bragg, she didn’t believe it. “Jennifer called me up the other night from Florida. That’s his granddaughter. She said ‘Mama, they want to honor Grandpa’.

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Raleigh ER doctor and veteran reflects on significance of Fort Bragg name: ‘Symbolized patriotism’

By Sydnee Scofield Click here for updates on this story     RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — After Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced Monday that he is changing the name of Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg, the reception from those ABC11 spoke with was mostly, though not all, favorable.. The Army post’s original namesake caused heavy

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Police arrest elementary speech educator for allegedly sexually assaulting students

By Chloe Godding, Brian Johnson Click here for updates on this story     LAWRENCE, Kansas (KMBC) — A speech-language pathologist at a Lawrence, Kansas, elementary school has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting two students last week. The Lawrence, Kansas, Police Department was notified by a parent on Saturday about an incident that happened on Friday,

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Former pastor who attacked family, set house on fire to hide financial troubles, pleads guilty

By JoBeth Davis, Andy Alcock Click here for updates on this story     SHAWNEE, Kansas (KMBC) — A former Shawnee, Kansas, children’s pastor who attacked his family and set their house on fire to hide financial problems has pleaded guilty in connection with the incident. Matthew Lee Richards was charged with five counts of attempted murder

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Nebraska Legislature committee hears testimony for bill requiring Omaha Housing Authority to address bed bugs

By Waverle Monroe Click here for updates on this story     LINCOLN, Nebraska (KETV) — The battle of bed bugs at Omaha Housing Authority properties has made its way to the state legislature. There was a hearing Tuesday over State Sen. Terrell McKinney’s bill, LB 287. It looks to require policies for certain housing authorities regarding

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Forensic technology, DNA helped Rocklin police nab 5 suspects in elaborate motorsports business burglary

By Michelle Bandur Click here for updates on this story     ROCKLIN, California (KCRA) — Forensic technology and DNA evidence helped in the arrest of five of six suspects who the Rocklin Police Department said were responsible for a smash-and-grab burglary. Roseville Motorsports was broken into on March 18, 2024, and suffered approximately $100,000 in property

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California Republican lawmakers create their own Hispanic caucus, following exclusion from Latino caucus

By Ashley Zavala Click here for updates on this story     SACRAMENTO, California (KCRA) — After Democrats barred them from joining California’s Legislative Latino Caucus, some Republican state lawmakers are forming a new group to advocate for policies they say will represent and benefit Latinos across the state. In an exclusive interview with KCRA 3 on

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‘I killed my daughter for a game?’: Father arrested after infant drowns while he was gaming, deputies say

By Dacia Johnson Click here for updates on this story     ST. CLOUD, Florida (WESH) — A Central Florida dad has been arrested in the 2024 drowning death of his infant daughter, an arrest warrant from the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office says. Joshua Ruiz-Martinez, 32, is facing aggravated manslaughter charges after deputies say he left the

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Senior citizens give away gift cards and life advice at Anderson University

By Taj Simmons Click here for updates on this story     ANDERSON, Indiana (WRTV) — Anderson University students will learn a lot in textbooks and classes, but they may have learned some of their most important lessons through ordinary conversations with senior citizens. Residents of the Primrose Retirement Community dropped by the university Tuesday morning to

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‘We love you so much,’ Valentines crafted to lift student spirits after Antioch School Shooting

By Patsy Montesinos Click here for updates on this story     BELLE MEADE, Tennessee (WTVF) — Thousands of Valentine’s cards filled with love and support were crafted Tuesday night to uplift Antioch High School students and staff. With markers, stickers, and paper, community members came together to create loving messages for the students. “Have a good

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Houston’s Creative Pulse: $14.7M in Grants Powering Arts & Culture in 2025 A Triumph for Houston’s Arts Scene: Fueling Creativity, Community, and Cultural Legacy

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     February 11, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston has long been a beacon of artistic expression, a vibrant city where culture thrives on the rich diversity of its people. Once again, the City of Houston is proving its commitment to fostering the arts by

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‘I was very close to dying…’ Heart attack survivor shares warning for others

By Kelsey Jones Click here for updates on this story     WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia (WTKR) — February is often celebrated as the month of love, but it’s also recognized as American Heart Month, to raise awareness about cardiovascular health. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States.

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AARP Texas Honors Black History Month 2025: Celebrating Legacy, Community & Everyday Heroes

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     February 11, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — Every February, we pause to reflect, celebrate, and uplift the powerful legacy of African Americans who have shaped our nation’s past, present, and future. Black History Month isn’t just about the icons in history books—it’s about the

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2025 NAACP Houston Freedom Fund Advocacy & Awards Black-Tie Gala: Honoring Trailblazers and Champions of Justice

By Francis Page, Jr. Click here for updates on this story     February 11, 2025 (Houston Style Magazine) — Houston Style Magazine proudly celebrates one of the most anticipated events of the year—the 2025 NAACP Houston Freedom Fund Advocacy & Awards Black-Tie Gala. This prestigious gathering, set to take place on Friday, February 21, 2025, at

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Parents text nurse accused of neglecting sick infant: “My heart is just broken.”

By Emily Young Click here for updates on this story     CAPE CORAL, Florida (WFTX) — A veteran nurse accused of neglecting a vulnerable infant admitted she showed “poor judgment,” as court records reveal new details about the case—including a texting exchange between the child’s parents and the nurse before authorities got involved. Kelly Rita Perrigo,

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Caregiver Companion Cards help people navigate conversations with dementia patients and caregivers in public

By Heather Leigh Click here for updates on this story     CLEARWATER, Florida (WFTS) — If you live with or take care of someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, you know interactions with strangers in public can be a challenge. It’s why Empath Healthhas attempted to tackle that with cards caregivers can hand out to people

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Kilauea erupts for the 9th time

By Kayli Pascal-Martinez Click here for updates on this story     KILAUEA, Hawaii (KITV) — Kilauea began its 9th episode of volcanic activity on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at approximately 10:16 a.m. The ongoing Halema’uma’u began with lava fountains that produced lava flow on the Halema’uma’u crater floor, according to USGS. Officials state that the episode

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‘They’re all dry’: Residents fear Alabama Power drilling is draining wells

By Jon Paepcke Click here for updates on this story     VANDIVER, Alabama (WVTM) — Residents living on Shelby County’s Lake View Circle treasure the mountaintop neighborhood’s serenity. “It’s private, beautiful views. And you’re only 15 minutes to everything,” Tommy Fish said. However, within the last few weeks, the tranquility of those living there was shattered.

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