Barbara Gagne 
Boston, Massachusetts — As Massachusetts prepares for what forecasters say could be one of the hottest stretches of weather in years, dozens of beaches across the state have been closed to swimmers because of unsafe water conditions. State health officials have issued advisories affecting beaches from the North Shore to Cape Cod, citing sewage contamination, … Read more
Kenton, Tennessee — A Tennessee mother has been charged with multiple counts of murder and child abuse after authorities say her two young daughters were found fatally shot inside their family home, a case that has left a small community mourning and investigators searching for answers. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) announced that Jessica … Read more
Anchorage, Alaska — A former U.S. Army soldier has been convicted in the killing of his wife after a jury found him guilty of second-degree murder and evidence tampering following a two-week trial that detailed an extensive effort to conceal her death. Zarrius Hildabrand, 23, was found guilty in connection with the August 2023 death … Read more
Miami, Florida — Florida residents could see several days of soaking rain and localized flooding this week as deep tropical moisture spreads across the state, even though forecasters say there is no chance of the weather system developing into a tropical storm. Meteorologists are closely monitoring a weak area of low pressure off the Southeast … Read more
Fort Worth, Texas — A traffic stop in Fort Worth escalated into a police pursuit Tuesday afternoon after a driver allegedly fled from state troopers, crashed into a creek, and left a child inside the vehicle while attempting to escape on foot, according to Texas authorities. The suspect was later taken into custody without incident … Read more
Atlanta, Georgia — The family of Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman Calais Campbell is mourning the loss of its matriarch after his mother was found dead inside her Atlanta home, while his older brother has been charged in connection with her death. Authorities say Nateal Campbell, 71, was discovered unresponsive inside her Buckhead townhouse on Tuesday … Read more
Hamden, Ohio — Four adults are facing felony child endangerment charges after law enforcement officers discovered 16 children living in extremely poor conditions inside a rural Ohio home, prompting emergency medical treatment for several of the children and an ongoing criminal investigation. The children were found Tuesday during a search conducted by the Ohio Bureau … Read more
Detroit, Michigan — Communities across Southeast Michigan are opening cooling centers as dangerously high temperatures and humidity settle over the region, prompting officials to urge residents to take precautions against heat-related illnesses. An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect through Thursday, with forecasters warning that prolonged exposure to the heat could pose serious health risks, … Read more
San Diego, California — As Independence Day celebrations approach, the San Diego Humane Society is encouraging pet owners to take extra precautions, warning that the Fourth of July remains the busiest time of the year for lost pets. Fireworks, loud celebrations, and unfamiliar activity often frighten dogs and cats, causing many to panic and escape … Read more
Merrick, New York — A Long Island mother is facing serious criminal charges after prosecutors alleged her 18-month-old son died after choking on unpopped popcorn kernels while she was intoxicated and left her young children unattended. The case, which has drawn significant attention in Nassau County, centers on the death of Luke Russell Jr., who … Read more