Kansas City, MO

New Mexico State

Ruidoso, NM

CBS DFW

Residents of the southern New Mexico village of Ruidoso  were ordered to flee their homes Monday without even taking time to grab any belongings due to a fast-moving wildfire. "GO NOW: Do not attempt to gather belongings or protect your home. Evacuate immediately," officials with Ruidoso, home to 7,000 people, said on its website and in social media posts at about 7 p.m.George Ducker, communications coordinator for the New Mexico state Forestry Division, told CBS News the South Fork Fire started Monday morning and was able to spread quickly because of the combination of heat, strong winds and the...

New Mexico village orders all residents to evacuate due to raging wildfire

Santa Cruz, CA

A California man spent ten days stranded in the mountains after he got lost on a hike, relying in part on large volumes of water to survive.

Hiker missing for 10 days in California mountains survived by drinking a gallon of water each day

New Jersey State

Seaside Park, NJ

The Mirror US

Patrick Dispoto was struck by lightning on a beach moments after telling his girlfriend 'I'll be right back' before he tried to warn a group of children about the dangerous thunderstorm

Heartbreaking final words of man killed by lighting while warning kids in 'last act of heroism'

Arizona State

Elyria, OH

On June 19th, a retired couple from Missouri was attacked in their RV by a knife-wielding assailant at a Nebraska rest area. James D. Thompson, Jr., 22, of Elyria, Ohio, has been charged with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, multiple counts of use of a deadly weapon, first-degree assault, attempted robbery, and operating a vehicle to avoid a felony.

Missouri Couple Attacked at Nebraska Highway Rest Area

South Carolina State

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Myrtle Beach, SC

Phil Norman

In a surprising turn of events, Delta Apparel, a name synonymous with beach vibes and laid-back lifestyle gear, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Known for its popular Salt Life brand that features everything from T-shirts to board shorts ideal for surfers and beach lovers, the company is now navigating through some seriously choppy financial waters.

An unexpected apparel retail company has filed for bankruptcy

California State

Butte County, CA

Oroville, CA

Apple Valley News Now

(CNN) — Thousands have been ordered to evacuate in Northern California due to a wildfire burning in Butte County, as an “exceptionally dangerous and lethal” heat wave in the West ramps up.

Wildfire prompts evacuation order for thousands in Northern California as ‘exceptionally dangerous’ heat builds in the West

The Guardian

Thompson fire near Oroville destroys homes and vehicles as state simmers in brutal and potentially historic heatwave

Nearly 30,000 people in northern California evacuated as raging wildfire spreads

The Standard

More than 1,000 people have been evacuated after a fire ripped through an area near Los Angeles. Hundreds of firefighters have been tackling the blaze which has already torn through 4,400 acres. The Californian fire department warned that even more residents could be evacuated if the fire continued to rage. In a statement they said: "Residents are reminded to remain vigilant and be prepared to evacuate if fire activity changes.”Dramatic pictures showed firefighters battling to contain surrounding flames on Saturday night.California State Park Services evacuated people from the Hungry Valley recreation area in Gorman and both Hungry Valley and the Pyramid Lake reservoir were closed. The blaze started about 1.45pm on Saturday while an investigation has been launched into the cause of the fire.The fire was moving southeast toward Pyramid Lake and crews were constructing perimeter fire lines while aircraft worked against limited visibility to stop the fire's progress, the fire department said.The South Coast Air Quality Management District posted an alert on X as it warned residents of Castaic and Santa Clarita to stay indoors and use an air conditioner or purifier such was the density of the smoke. 

Hundreds evacuated as wildfire rips through area of California

Stockton, CA

One month after authorities were alerted about a sinking cruise ship in the California Delta, officials confirmed that the 300-foot vessel had been refloated. Thousands of gallons of contaminated water have been removed as teams continue to mitigate the spill and keep the ship afloat. In late May, authorities in...

Sunk California Cruise Ship Refloated After Leaking 14,900 Gallons of Waste

North Dakota State

Foster County, ND

Fox News

Rail cars carrying hazardous materials derailed in North Dakota Friday and caught fire, the latest train derailment in the U.S. as concerns over railroads remain high.

Train hauling hazardous material derails, catches fire in North Dakota

More than 3,000 acres (1,200 hectares) of grass and woodland have been consumed since Tuesday when a blaze started just outside Oroville, with authorities telling 13,000 people to leave the area. The town, near the state capital of Sacramento, is just 23 miles (38 kilometers) from Paradise, a community that...

Thousands told to flee raging California wildfire

Coffee County, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Last month, more than twenty individuals were indicted on felony charges in Coffee County. Several of them have recently made local headlines, including Guillermo de la Cruz-Morales, the sole person charged in connection with the disappearance of Maria Diaz, and Cornelius Jamison, accused of cocaine trafficking.

Grand Jury Indicts Over Twenty Individuals on Felony Charges in Coffee County

Fresno County, CA

A 4-year-old boy who went missing at a lake in Fresno County, California on Thursday has been found safe after surviving nearly 24 hours alone in the wilderness, the sheriff’s office said.

A 4-year-old boy was rescued after surviving nearly 24 hours alone in California woods

Oregon State

La Pine, OR

Scripps News

A wind-driven wildfire spread Wednesday outside a central Oregon community, where authorities urged the evacuation of numerous homes and businesses.

Evacuations urged in central Oregon as 'Darlene 3' wildfire spreads rapidly

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J. Souza

A fight between passengers marred the final night of a Carnival Cruise Line sailing on June 6th. The incident, which unfolded in the Lido Deck dining room onboard the Carnival Paradise, involved a group of women and resulted in thrown chairs and plates.

Cruise Ship Fight Near Buffet Captured on Camera, Passengers Banned for Life

Saint Johns County, FL

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Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Louisiana State

Charlotte, NC

Black Enterprise

A North Carolina woman faces charges of involuntary manslaughter and child abuse after her 8-year-old daughter died after being left alone in a hot car. 



According to police, Ashley Stallings, 36, went to work June 26 and left her daughter in her vehicle with the air conditioning on. However, the police arrived in the scene that afternoon to discover the young girl in the vehicle unresponsive and having a medical emergency. She later died at a hospital in Charlotte, from a brain herniation due to hyperthermia. 



Police arrested Stallings the next day. 



According to her affidavit, which was obtained by...

8-Year-Old Girl Dies After Mother Allegedly Leaves Her In Hot Car While Working

A light aircraft pilot died after striking trees while flying in foggy conditions, investigators found. The 72-year-old man had set off from Old Buckenham Airfield, in Norfolk, to Earls Colne in Essex on 21 August 2023. An investigation report said he decided to turn back during the 25-minute flight after...

Pilot died after striking trees in foggy conditions

Bacon County, GA

On Monday, a search at a Bacon County home by investigators resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine. However, the suspects are currently not in custody.

Drug Bust Uncovers Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Bacon County Residence

Kansas City, KS

Independence, MO

Riverside, MO

Mission, KS

NewsBreak

Rescue crews descend several thousand feet to rescue 2 adults lost in KC cave system

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Kansas City Fire Department pulled off an early-morning rescue on Sunday after two adults became disoriented while exploring a cave....

Rescue crews descend several thousand feet to rescue 2 adults lost in KC cave system

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