Barbara Gagne 
Houston, Texas — Forecasters are closely monitoring a developing weather system in the Gulf that could strengthen into a tropical depression or tropical storm in the coming days, while already increasing the risk of dangerous flooding across large portions of the southern United States. According to the latest forecast information, the disturbance known as Invest … Read more
Lawrenceville, New Jersey — A New Jersey woman who spent years caring for an orphaned deer she rescued as a newborn has been found guilty of illegally keeping the animal, bringing a highly emotional and controversial wildlife case one step closer to sentencing. Cammy Lowe, owner of TLC Country Stables in Lawrenceville, has argued that … Read more
Bay Minette, Alabama — A dispute that began with a negative online review escalated into a public confrontation and criminal charges after an Alabama ice cream shop owner confronted a customer months after he criticized her business online. The incident, which was captured on a cellphone video and later circulated online, involved The Local Scoop … Read more
Stuttgart, Arkansas — A community in eastern Arkansas is searching for answers after three children were injured in a shooting near a public aquatic center over the weekend, prompting a major police response and the closure of a popular recreational facility. Authorities said the incident occurred Saturday afternoon near the John Cain Aquatic Center, a … Read more
Chicago, Illinois — Just days after a powerful round of severe weather battered portions of the Plains and Midwest, meteorologists are warning that another potentially dangerous storm system is preparing to sweep across the region, bringing the threat of tornadoes, destructive winds, flooding rains, and widespread travel disruptions. Forecasters say the most significant impacts are … Read more
Chicago, Illinois — After enjoying two consecutive days of cooler-than-average June temperatures, residents across the Chicago area are being urged to prepare for potentially dangerous weather as forecasters warn of a heightened risk of severe storms on Wednesday. Meteorologists say the region could experience tornadoes, damaging winds, heavy rain, frequent lightning, and hail, making Wednesday … Read more
Orange, California — A 28-year-old Orange County man has been arrested on homicide charges after police say he intentionally drove his vehicle into an apartment complex courtyard and fatally struck another man following a confrontation over the weekend. The deadly incident unfolded late Saturday night and remains under active investigation as authorities work to determine … Read more
Lake Panasoffkee, Florida — A unique partnership between a national nonprofit and Florida high school students is helping transform the lives of injured veterans by providing something many families desperately need: a place to call home. Building Homes for Heroes (BHH), a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting injured veterans, first responders, and Gold Star families, … Read more
Long Island, New York — The independent wrestling community is mourning the loss of rising star Jordan Saint after the 23-year-old performer was killed in a head-on collision on Long Island, just months after making his return to the ring. Saint, whose real name was Jordan Nasir St. Fort Colin, died Friday morning following a … Read more
Detroit, Michigan — A dispute over a reportedly incorrect food order escalated into a violent confrontation at a Detroit restaurant, leaving a worker hospitalized and two sisters facing multiple felony charges. According to prosecutors, Brianna Long, 29, and Kierianna Long, 26, are accused of attacking a 23-year-old restaurant employee after becoming upset over a mistaken … Read more