Barbara Gagne 
Miami-Dade County, Florida — Social media fitness influencer Wes Watson has pleaded guilty to aggravated battery in connection with a violent confrontation that took place inside a Miami-Dade County gym late last year, bringing a high-profile criminal case one step closer to sentencing. The 42-year-old appeared in court Thursday and entered the guilty plea as … Read more
Ferguson, Missouri — A simple stop for slushies with her children turned into an unimaginable tragedy when a Missouri mother of five was fatally struck by a stray bullet during a shooting at a Ferguson gas station, leaving her family grieving and five young children without their mother. According to police and family members, 35-year-old … Read more
Menands, New York — A heartbreaking search for a missing 7-year-old boy with autism has ended in tragedy after authorities discovered his body in a neighbor’s swimming pool just steps from where he was last seen. Police said the child, Harbe Nagi, had been missing for two days before his body surfaced in a backyard … Read more
North Lauderdale, Florida — A disagreement over a parking space outside a Walmart turned deadly Tuesday afternoon after a retired U.S. Army veteran was fatally shot during an encounter that authorities say began as a verbal dispute. Investigators with the Broward Sheriff’s Office are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the shooting, while prosecutors determine … Read more
Alameda County, California — Residents planning Fourth of July celebrations in Alameda County are being warned that hosting a party where illegal fireworks are used could now come with a costly penalty, even if the homeowner never lights a single firework. County officials have introduced a new enforcement effort ahead of the Independence Day holiday, … Read more
Orange County, California — Orange County health officials are urging residents to take extra precautions after West Nile virus was detected in mosquito populations across eight cities, prompting expanded mosquito surveillance and control efforts. The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District announced Wednesday that newly collected mosquito samples tested positive for the virus in … Read more
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — Philadelphia and surrounding communities are entering what meteorologists say could become the region’s most dangerous heat wave in more than a decade, with scorching temperatures expected to grip the area through the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Forecasters warn that daily high temperatures may climb above 100 degrees, while oppressive humidity could … Read more
Fort Worth, Texas — A longtime favorite in Fort Worth’s historic Stockyards is preparing to serve its final customers this Independence Day weekend, marking the end of an era for a restaurant that has been part of the Northside community for decades. La Playa Maya announced that its North Main Street location will permanently close … Read more
Irvine, California — In-N-Out Burger is continuing its steady expansion across the western and southern United States, announcing six new restaurant locations that will soon welcome customers in five different states. The California-based burger chain, known for its limited menu and loyal customer following, revealed the upcoming locations on its official Grand Openings page. Although … Read more
Blackwood, New Jersey — A New Jersey family is mourning the heartbreaking loss of their 3-year-old son after a backyard pool accident, with the boy’s father sharing an emotional message describing the unimaginable moments that unfolded and urging other parents to never take time with their children for granted. According to a fundraiser organized for … Read more