Orlando, FL

Mountain View, CA

Georgia State

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Winder, GA

The Independent

 The mother of the suspected Apalachee High School mass shooter called the school hours before the shooting about an “extreme emergency” involving her 14-year-old son, according to a report.Newly revealed text messages indicate that there were warning signs about 14-year-old suspected shooter Colt Gray’s mental health one week ahead of when he is accused of opening fire at his own high school in Winder, Georgia on Wednesday, killing four people and injuring nine others, The Washington Post reported.But a mere hour and a half before the mass shooting, Marcee Gray, his mother, phoned the school at 9.50am warning school...

Mother of Georgia mass shooting suspect claimed she warned high school of ‘extreme emergency’ that morning, report says

Polk County, FL

Eagle Lake, FL

Lakeland Gazette 

“After searching throughout the night, Marine Unit deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office located Aaron Tillman, deceased, at about 5:12 this morning, in an area of Lake McLeod that was about 13-feet deep. Please continue to keep his family and friends in your prayers during this incredibly difficult time.” – Grady Judd, Sheriff.

Polk County Sheriff’s Office has located Aaron Tillman deceased

Tampa, FL

Hillsborough County, FL

The Mirror US

Deputy Tim White of the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department was found dead in his squad car hours after finishing his shift at the county courthouse.

Florida police officer shoots himself dead in squad car outside courthouse in horrific scene

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been eight years since beloved former child star and Oscar-winning actress Patty Duke died from sepsis (a ruptured intestine) at only 69 in 2016. She was also the recipient of two Golden Globes, three Emmys, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In the 1960s, she was the star of her own TV sitcom. In the mid-1980s, she served as President of the Screen Actors Guild. Through it all, she was married four times (including once to actor John Austin), had three sons, and never stopped acting. This is her tragic yet triumphant story.

In Memory of Former Child Star and Oscar-winning Actress Patty Duke: 8 Years After Her Tragic Death

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Washington, DC

NewsNinja

A woman says she overheard Texas Roadhouse corporate managers plotting to terminate an employee who is in the intensive care unit (ICU) by baiting her husband with a fake benefits package. The story has sparked outrage in a now-viral TikTok.

Woman catches Texas Roadhouse managers allegedly scheming to terminate an injured worker

Salem, OH

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Hollywood Unlocked

Following the tragic and unexpected news of Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan passing away, audio has been released from the heartbreaking 911 call that his longtime girlfriend made upon finding him on the couch without a heartbeat. RELATED: Rich Homie Quan Apologizes To Roddy Ricch After Accusing Him Of Having Him Kicked Off Song As ... Read more

Heartbreaking 911 Call From Rich Home Quan’s Longtime Girlfriend Reveals Rapper Was Found On Couch Without A Heartbeat

Florida State

North Fort Myers, FL

Fox News

The body of missing Florida jogger Arielle Valdes was recovered after a five-day search, but police do not suspect foul play in her death.

Missing Florida runner Arielle Valdes found dead after five-day search

Kentucky State

Starting in late September, the federal government will relaunch its at-home COVID-19 test program that makes every U.S. household eligible for four free COVID-19 tests to be sent directly to their home.

Every household can get four free COVID-19 tests by mail, starting late September

Melbourne, FL

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Akeena

A Burger King location in Melbourne, Florida, has been temporarily shut down for the third time following since 2023 after a recent state inspection that identified multiple health violations. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding the restaurant's adherence to health and safety standards.

A dead lizard, dead roaches, rodent droppings - Florida fast food restaurant closed again

Jefferson County, KY

Louisville, KY

Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

CBS News

The father of Colt Gray, the teen suspect in the Apalachee High School shooting, appeared in a Georgia courtroom Friday to face multiple charges stemming from this week's deadly attack.Colin Gray, 54, is being charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of second-degree murder and eight counts of cruelty to children, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said Thursday when the agency announced his arrest. The 14-year-old shooting suspect has been charged with four counts of felony murder.GBI Director Chris Hosey said at a news conference Thursday night that the charges against Colin Gray stem from "knowingly allowing his...

Georgia high school shooting suspect's father faces judge after murder charges

New Jersey State

Florida’s long-held reputation as a top destination for Americans on the move seems to be cooling off in 2024. According to a new report from moving and storage company PODS, only three Florida cities cracked the top 20 most moved-to areas in the country—a big drop from last year when six Florida cities made the list.

Fewer People Are Moving to Florida in 2024 — Except to This One City

Boca Raton, FL

There's a buzz in Boca Raton, but not the kind you’d expect for a luxury development. The highly anticipated Mandarin Oriental Hotel and Residences is facing some serious backlash as frustrated buyers are now taking legal action, demanding their money back after years of waiting.

Florida Developer Hit with 3 More Lawsuits in 10 Days as Buyers Demand Deposits Back

Kansas State

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According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), 1,467 children have been reported missing in the U.S. since January 1, 2024, a drop since the figure of 1,533 previously reported. That drop indicates 66 cases were resolved.

15 missing children in Missouri since June 2024: some cases resolved and more added

Douglas, GA

A 44-year-old Douglas woman, Kimberly McKinnon, was recently taken into custody on three charges, including one felony, following an incident on August 23. Due to OCGA 49-5-40, an incident report was not available. However, copies of the arrest warrants detail the reasons for each charge.

Douglas Woman Arrested on Felony on Felony Charge, Two Misdemeanors

San Antonio, TX

Morristown Minute

NEW JERSEY - A San Antonio, Texas woman, Janet Bernal, also known by several aliases including “Rocky G” and “RockyG-Kruella,” has been arrested and charged with wire fraud for allegedly selling over $18 million worth of counterfeit coupons to be used at retail stores across the United States.

Coupon Queen's $18M Fraud: Woman Arrested in Nationwide Scheme

WEKU

The fatal collapse of Chance Gainer, a senior at Port St. Joe High School, is the latest in a string of recent deaths of young football players. Seven school athletes died last month.

A Florida high school football player died after collapsing during a game

Winter Park, FL

Maitland, FL

Casselberry, FL

Altamonte Springs, FL

Gotha, FL

Apopka, FL

Ocoee, FL

Windermere, FL

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Boy dies after hit-and-run crash on I-Drive, more charges pending for driver accused of leaving scene, troopers say

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Additional charges are pending against an Orlando man accused of leaving the scene of a crash that involved two teenage boys, one...

Boy dies after hit-and-run crash on I-Drive, more charges pending for driver accused of leaving scene, troopers say

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