Barbara Gagne 
Irvine, California — Whether your favorite club lifts the trophy or suffers a heartbreaking defeat, Taco Bell wants fans to know there’s one thing they can always count on—a taco. The fast-food chain has introduced a new promotion called L.O.C.O.S., or Loss Or Celebration Outcome Support, offering customers a chance to earn free tacos and … Read more
Ellenton, Florida — A Florida family is counting its blessings after an elderly couple narrowly escaped a devastating house fire that destroyed nearly everything they owned, while two treasured family keepsakes somehow survived the flames. Mike and Lang Ebright, both 78, lost their longtime Ellenton home in the early morning hours of June 13 after … Read more
Washington, D.C. — A woman who fled a routine traffic stop at speeds reaching nearly 100 mph has been sentenced to nearly three decades in prison after causing a devastating crash that killed a Lyft driver and his two passengers. The deadly collision, which occurred in March 2023, claimed the lives of three men who … Read more
Richmond, Kentucky — Deadly flash flooding fueled by torrential rainfall has claimed at least four lives in Kentucky, prompting Gov. Andy Beshear to declare a statewide emergency as rescue crews race to reach stranded residents and forecasters warn that more rain is still on the way. Communities across central and eastern Kentucky spent Saturday battling … Read more
Austin, Texas — The family of a Texas father of four has filed a wrongful death lawsuit after a large pecan tree collapsed onto an outdoor dining area at a popular Austin barbecue restaurant, alleging the tragedy could have been prevented if the tree had been properly maintained. The lawsuit claims 64-year-old Kirk Foyle was … Read more
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico — A relaxing evening at one of Mexico’s most popular beach destinations turned tragic after a 28-year-old man was killed in a crocodile attack while vacationers watched in horror and rushed to help. The fatal incident unfolded Friday evening at Marina Vallarta Beach, near the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort and Spa, where … Read more
Washington, D.C. — Federal food safety officials are urging consumers in seven states to check their refrigerators after thousands of pounds of ready-to-eat pasta salad were recalled because of a labeling error that could pose a serious health risk to people with food allergies. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) … Read more
Washington, D.C. — Millions of Americans could face dangerous and potentially historic heat just days before Independence Day celebrations as a powerful heat dome expands across much of the central and eastern United States. The National Weather Service (NWS) has already placed nearly 142 million people under heat alerts, with forecasters warning that the affected … Read more
Tallahassee, Florida — Florida is introducing a new statewide emergency notification system aimed at helping law enforcement locate missing children with autism more quickly, as officials work to reduce the risks associated with wandering incidents. Beginning July 1, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) will officially launch the Florida Spectrum Alert, a new alert … Read more
Wilton Manors, Florida — A Florida driver has been sentenced to 73 years in prison after pleading no contest in a crash that claimed the lives of three children and seriously injured three others when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a group of youngsters walking on a sidewalk. The sentencing brings a legal … Read more