Florida State

Orlando, FL

Columbus, OH

Kissimmee, FL

New York Post

A cold-hearted Florida dad is charged with dumping his 10-year-old daughter on the side of a busy road in the middle of the night, according to authorities. 

Hector Serrano, 30, faces child neglect charges for leaving the frightened girl on the side of US Route 192 in Kissimmee around 12:30 a.m. Monday, WESH-TV News reported. 

Serrano allegedly got into a beef with the girl’s grandparents before he booted her from the car.

Daughter of MLB great Dennis Eckersley thought newborn was dead before she allegedly abandoned baby in cold woods



“Something bad could’ve happened to the little girl,” Osceola County Sheriff Marco...

Dad charged with dumping daughter, 10, on the highway after family fight

Oklahoma State

Vera, OK

The Independent

An Oklahoma father and his girlfriend were arrested after police found the man's 15-year-old daughter tied up to a tree with a ratchet strap in his backyard, authorities say.Police arrested Johnny James, 40, on a charge of aggravated child abuse and neglect. His girlfriend, Kayla Sharee Clark, 42, has also been charged with child neglect. The incident occurred on July 28 after Washington County Sheriff's deputies responded to a home in Vera, Oklahoma. The deputies received a call reporting child abuse at the home, according to Law&Crime, which viewed a probable cause affidavit. The woman who called police said she...

Father tied his 15-year-old daughter to a tree for three days because ‘she can’t be trusted and lies’

Houston, TX

A 37-year-old man was fatally shot after he approached “suspicious” people on his street in Houston, leaving behind his two children and wife, who is eight months pregnant, authorities say. The incident occurred on August 10 at 12.30am when the husband, later identified as Osvaldo Casas, confronted “suspicious person(s) on his street”, Houston police said.The night before, the family had reported that one of their cars had been vandalized, according to KHOU11, and noticed a black vehicle in the neighborhood. The following night, a neighbor called police to report that a black vehicle was driving slowly through the area, according...

Husband dies in pregnant wife’s arms after being attacked while confronting car vandals

Texas State

Atascosa County, TX

Jourdanton, TX

A 12-year-old Texas cheerleader died Monday, four days after she suffered mysterious “life-threatening” injuries that her parents tried to treat with smoothies and vitamins, authorities announced Wednesday. 

Jourdanton Junior High School student Miranda Sipps died in the hospital Monday night after her mother finally called for help when the preteen went into respiratory distress, the Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office said.

The girl’s mother, Denise Balbaneda, and stepfather, Gerald Gonzalez, 40, were arrested for failing to seek medical help sooner for the girl during the four days while she was “mentally and physically incapacitated and non-responsive,” the sheriff said. 



The pair didn’t...

Texas cheerleader, 12, dies after parents tried to treat ‘life-threatening’ injuries with smoothies and vitamins: sheriff

Los Angeles County, CA

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Indiana State

Law & Crime

Richard and Patricia Heitz allegedly kept child in camper without electricity for days before abandoning him at a mental facility and refusing to let him back home. 
The post Adopted 13-year-old kept in camper without electricity, forced to use ‘grocery style bags’ as toilet: Police first appeared on Law & Crime.

Adopted 13-year-old kept in camper without electricity, forced to use 'grocery style bags' as toilet: Police

Marathon, FL

CBS Miami

KEY WEST —   A Miami man and a nine-year-old boy died after their boat crashed into a seawall in the Florida Keys on Tuesday evening.Just before 7 p.m., Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officers were called out to a single-vessel boating accident in Marathon.Preliminary information revealed that a 2018 Yamaha personnel watercraft carrying the 47-year-old man and young boy struck a seawall and died from their injuries, FWC told CBS News Miami.Family and neighbors told us Jose and Daniel Dominguez were the victims in this crash. The family had just moved to Marathon from Miami within the last year. Neighbors said the crash was so shocking it drew a crowd and many people jumped into the water to try and save the pair."I heard a big noise and when I came out, I saw my friends jump in the water," said resident David Franco.Those efforts would not be successful. Now a family is left broken."Great family. Never any issues, but just tragic. We're very sad for the whole family," said property manager Ed Kiefer.Funeral arrangements are set for Saturday at Florida Funeral Home and Crematory.


Man and boy die after boat crashes into Florida Keys seawall

South Carolina State

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Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals a significant trend: Florida is experiencing a substantial outflow of residents. According to the latest figures, over 275,000 individuals left Florida for other states in 2022.

Florida Sees Surge in Departures as Hundreds of Thousands Move Out

The Breakfast Club

Charlamagne Tha God gives Donkey of The Day to a Florida doctor who performed a colonoscopy on a patient without administering any sedation. The patient, who was understandably screaming in pain during the procedure, was left traumatized by the experience. Listen for more!See 

DONKEY: Florida Doctor Performs Colonoscopy On Screaming Patient Who Wasn't

Denver, CO

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Welsh Post-Hardcore-legends Casey introduced the video for their single “For Katie” from their third album “How To Disappear“, released via Hassle Records, today. “For Katie” is released ahead of Casey’s performance at the Heavy Music Awards 2024 alongside Neck Deep, Graphic Nature, and unpeople. It will be the last performance of Casey before singer Tom Weaver has to recover from open heart surgery (check HERE for Tom’s statement).

Casey – new video for “For Katie” out now!

Georgia State

USA TODAY

A North Carolina man is asking for answers after his mom dies while on a Vodou retreat in Haiti.

A North Carolina woman dies after going on a Vodou retreat in Haiti. Her son wants answers.

A highly organized Colombian gang stole $1.4 million in cash and jewels after breaking into several "high-end" Florida homes. Three men and one woman slipped over the border as they raided the Polk County area of Florida in a string of attacks on wealthy middle-class homes and businesses. Sheriff Grady...

Colombian gang ransacking homes in Florida with clever disguise as cops issue warning

Miami, FL

A New York model allegedly told police officers she was under the influence of a party drug when she killed two people and injured two others in a crash in downtown Miami. Maecee Marie Lathers, 24, confessed she had taken "pink cocaine" when she ran a red light and crashed her white Mercedes into a black Range Rover and silver Suzuki. According to online jail and court records, she faces charges of driving without a license and leaving the scene of a crash resulting in death or serious injuries.

New York model on 'pink cocaine' said she was 'from the future' after killing two in Miami crash

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

Colorado State

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Editor's note: This article was originally published on August 22, 2023. It has since been updated. Parents are our real-life superheroes. We always rely on them, no matter how old we get, and they do like the fact that they are needed by us throughout our lives. They are always around, no matter if you are 5, 27 or even 44 as in this case. Reddit user u/seriphae posted a similar story that will make you want to go and give your parents a big hug! The post has received over 10k upvotes, reminding us that even as adults, our parents will always support us the most.

Dad takes midnight flight to be there for his scared 44-year-old daughter's doctor appointment

North Carolina State

Michele Morrow thinks children are being 'indoctrinated' by public schools and wouldn't answer if the 2020 election was stolen.

She 'sarcastically' said Obama should be killed. Now she wants to control kids' education.

Cooking With Maryann

I love macaroni salads, and this is truly a special one. It's got something for all of the tastebuds and textures. Soft, crunchy, chewy, sweet, savory, tart, creamy, and oh so fresh! Here's what you'll need to make 8-10 side servings:

Amish Macaroni Salad

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Ocoee, FL

Windermere, FL

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Orlando family mourns loss of beloved wife, mom, daughter, firefighter following cancer battle

ORLANDO, Fla. - An Orlando family is navigating a path forward after a beloved wife, mother, and firefighter passed away from cancer. Experts say rare and...

Orlando family mourns loss of beloved wife, mom, daughter, firefighter following cancer battle

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