Travis and Williamson counties are reeling after sudden flash floods left at least three people dead and 12 missing across the Austin metropolitan area, with neighborhoods inundated, rivers overtopping their banks, and entire bridges washed away. The devastation—compounded by still-rising waters, dangerous debris, and continued rainfall—has placed emergency responders and local residents in a race…
HUNT, TEXAS — In a devastating development amid the ongoing disaster in Central Texas, the family of 9-year-old Lila Bonner has confirmed that the young camper was found deceased following the catastrophic flash flooding at Camp Mystic along the Guadalupe River. Lila, a rising third grader, had been reported missing since the early hours of…
AKRON, OHIO — The Akron Police Department (APD) has issued a public advisory requesting assistance in locating Stormy Mataya and Milko Encarnacion, both believed to have information valuable to the investigation of the fatal shooting of Andrew “Nitti” Cassell. Authorities are urging the public to come forward with tips regarding the whereabouts of Mataya, who…
THIBODAUX, LOUISIANA — July 4, 2025 — A devastating wave of grief has descended upon the Thibodaux community following the tragic and untimely death of Draven Hendon, a beloved son, dedicated oilfield operator, and loyal friend whose life ended on Friday, July 4. The sudden loss has left a painful void in the hearts of…
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ –A tragic incident unfolded on the nation’s birthday in one of Atlantic City’s busiest entertainment districts, as a man died by suicide after leaping from the seventh floor of the Resorts Casino Hotel’s parking garage. The Atlantic City Police Department confirmed that officers and emergency medical responders arrived promptly at 1133 Boardwalk…
MARKLE, IN / BLUFFTON, IN — July 5, 2025 — In the quiet corners of Wells County, where neighbors often double as lifelong friends and community is more than just geography, grief now hangs heavy. Sam Peterson, a 2023 graduate of Norwell High School, a dedicated airman with the 122nd Fighter Wing of the Indiana…
PROVO, UTAH / COLOMBO, SRI LANKA – In the early morning hours of July 1, 2025, a beloved husband and father, Lester Loyd, collapsed unexpectedly in his Provo home. Though emergency responders managed to revive his heart en route to the hospital, the precious seconds during which his brain was deprived of oxygen would prove…
WAREHAM, MASSACHUSETTS — On a holiday meant for celebration, the community of Wareham was instead struck by tragedy. Robert Spagnuolo, a 70-year-old resident, died Thursday night in a fireworks-related explosion that occurred in a neighborhood on Beach Street as the Fourth of July festivities unfolded. The incident has prompted an active investigation by local, state,…
LANCASTER, CALIFORNIA — A devastating tragedy unfolded in the Antelope Valley this past Wednesday, July 2, when a violent two-vehicle collision at a rural intersection claimed the lives of three family members—Abdias Gabriel-Fernandez, Vanessa Gonzalez-Gabriel, and their 12-year-old daughter, Ruby Gabriel. The fatal crash, which occurred at approximately 4:25 p.m. at the crossroads of State…
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD — In the early hours of Saturday, July 5, 2025, tragedy struck on Interstate 270 when two vehicles collided head-on in a violent and deadly crash. The accident, which occurred shortly before 3:00 a.m., claimed the lives of Ashley Salazar, 25, of Clarksburg, and Jeremy De La Torre, 33, of Frederick, two…