Barbara Gagne

Barbara Gagne is a contributing journalist for mmw.news with a passion for covering local communities, public safety issues, severe weather events, and national news. Drawing on her experience in digital media and news reporting, she produces informative and reader-friendly content designed to keep audiences updated on important developments. Her reporting emphasizes accuracy, credibility, and meaningful storytelling that resonates with readers across the country.

Nevada Mother Charged With Murder After 14-Month-Old Daughter Starved to Death in Neglected Home, Police Say

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Nevada Mother Charged With Murder After 14-Month-Old Daughter Starved to Death in Neglected Home, Police Say

A 26-year-old Nevada woman is facing murder charges after her 14-month-old daughter died of starvation under what prosecutors describe as deeply neglectful conditions. Alivia Thrift was indicted on charges of murder and child abuse following the death of her daughter, Evangelina “Eva” Thrift, in Henderson, Nevada in March. What Investigators Found When police arrived at … Read more

Two Men Arrested After Missing Woman’s Remains Found in Burn Pit 90 Miles From Where She Disappeared

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Two Men Arrested After Missing Woman's Remains Found in Burn Pit 90 Miles From Where She Disappeared

A routine search warrant led Missouri investigators to a rural property in Saline County — and what they found there would crack open the disappearance of 41-year-old Amber Simpson. Following tire tracks to a burn pit filled with chicken bones, detectives spotted something far more disturbing nearby: a human femur. Who Is Amber Simpson? Simpson … Read more

Domino’s Employee Shot and Killed in Kitchen by Co-Worker During Workplace Fight, Police Say

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Domino's Employee Shot and Killed in Kitchen by Co-Worker During Workplace Fight, Police Say

A routine Sunday evening shift at a Domino’s in Pine Bluff, Arkansas turned deadly after a 50-year-old employee allegedly pulled out a gun and shot a younger co-worker dead inside the restaurant’s kitchen. The victim never made it out alive. What Police Found at the Scene Officers responded just before 7:30 p.m. on Sunday to … Read more

Warm and Dry Weather Returns to Indianapolis, Kokomo and Muncie Before Late-Week Storm Chances

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Warm and Dry Weather Returns to Indianapolis, Kokomo and Muncie Before Late-Week Storm Chances

Central Indiana is in for a pleasant start to the week. Indianapolis, Kokomo, and Muncie can expect warm and dry conditions through Tuesday and Wednesday — a solid window for outdoor plans before the pattern shifts. Rain and Storms Return Thursday The quiet stretch won’t last long. Thursday afternoon and evening is when forecasters begin … Read more

New Jersey Hit by Flash Flooding, Water Rescues Underway as Heavy Rain Closes Major Highways

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New Jersey Hit by Flash Flooding, Water Rescues Underway as Heavy Rain Closes Major Highways

Multiple water rescues were carried out across New Jersey on Monday morning as a slow-moving storm dumped several inches of rain across the region in just a few hours. Fire officials in Passaic County reported numerous water rescues throughout Hawthorne starting around 5:20 a.m. Highways Shut Down During Morning Commute Flash flooding forced the closure … Read more

South Florida Storms Leave Flooding and Damage Across Broward, Miami-Dade Counties

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South Florida Storms Leave Flooding and Damage Across Broward, Miami-Dade Counties

Residents across South Florida are cleaning up after powerful afternoon storms swept through Broward and Miami-Dade Counties, bringing flooding, downed trees, and property damage to multiple neighborhoods. Hollywood Streets Flooded In Hollywood, standing water covered Dewey Street shortly after the rain stopped, stretching all the way to Washington Street. Drivers pushed through the flooded roads … Read more