An Iowa teenager has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after shoving a 50-year-old youth group home worker, causing her death. Jovahn Mathis, now 18, was sentenced Friday in Polk County for the voluntary manslaughter of Kathleen Galloway-Menke, who died in May 2024. What Happened Galloway-Menke was trying to stop Mathis — then 15 … Read more
A massive 14-foot great hammerhead shark was found dead on the north end of Carolina Beach, North Carolina, on Sunday. Locals first spotted the animal struggling in the surf multiple times before it washed ashore just north of the pier around 1:20 p.m. The initial report came in through the North Carolina Shark Conservancy’s hotline … Read more
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
A Slight Risk of severe weather — Level 2 out of 5 — has been issued for parts of Minnesota, southeast North Dakota and northeast South Dakota today, August 3, 2026. The Storm Prediction Center warns that damaging winds, large hail and an isolated tornado are all possible this afternoon and evening. Who Is Most … Read more
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
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
One of Lexington’s longest-running Thai restaurants is preparing to close its doors. Mai Thai Restaurant, which has served the community for over two decades, will soon be under new ownership as its original owners step away to retire. What We Know So Far The restaurant has been sold to a new owner whose name has … Read more
Tucked inside a strip center in Conroe, Texas, The Whistle Stop Cafe has quietly built one of the most loyal local followings in the area. For over 15 years, regulars have been coming back for hearty breakfast plates, Southern comfort dishes, and daily specials that taste like home. If you’re passing through on I-45, this … Read more
Cannon Falls Elementary School wrapped up its school year celebrations by honoring some of its most outstanding students through two beloved traditions — Pizza with the Principal and Donuts with the Principal. Who Was Honored The school’s PBIS Team, which recognizes students who serve as positive role models, selected students based on staff nominations. Teachers … Read more
Parker’s Kitchen is opening a new location in Lexington, South Carolina, near the upcoming Victory Village shopping center on Augusta Highway — right next to the Sonic Drive-In near Lexington High School. What’s Being Built Around It The new Parker’s Kitchen will be part of a larger retail and dining transformation along Augusta Highway. The … Read more