Eric Zahnd, the longtime prosecuting attorney of Platte County, Missouridied Thursday at the age of 53. His death took place inside the Platte County courthouse, Sheriff Erik Holland confirmed. The circumstances of the death are unclear, but an investigation is underway. Eric Zahnd (L), the prosecutor of Platte County, Missouri. The seal of Platte County. … Read more
The entire city of Meridian, Texas, is under a mandatory evacuation order as the Hydra Fire surpasses 1,000 acres in Bosque County. Wildfire in Meridian, Texas. (UnSplash) In a Facebook post, the city said, “Mandatory evacuation for the city of Meridian. Go to Meridian High School if you have no place to go. If you … Read more
A 40-year-old woman has succumbed to complications from measles in Pennsylvaniarepresenting the third measles-related death in the state this year, as the US faces its most significant resurgence of this highly contagious illness in 35 years. Pennsylvania reported its third measles-related death this year, involving a 40-year-old woman from Jefferson County. (REUTERS) The woman, who … Read more
When wind turbines first appeared across Howard County in northeastern Iowa in 2008, they became part of the rural landscape. Nearly two decades later, the towering structures have become something more than a source of renewable energy. For the county, wind power has also become a major source of public money, helping pay for bridges, … Read more
A four-bedroom Kentfield house has stayed with the same owners for nearly six decades. After a major refresh, the midcentury property is finally looking for a new chapter. A Marin County home that has remained with the same owners for nearly 60 years is finally on the market, and it has undergone a substantial makeover … Read more
A double homicide investigation is underway after the bodies of two women were found at a Sumter County home in the Shiloh Community last Wednesday. Sumter County Coroner Robbie Baker identified the victims as 55-year-old Lola Hurt and her daughter, 41-year-old Melony Johnson, per WIS10. Mother-daughter duo murdered at Sumter County home (Pexel – representational … Read more
A tornado warning has been issued for Melbourne and other parts of Brevard County, Florida. The warning is in effect until 6:15 p.m. EDT Saturday. Melbourne, Florida, under tornado warning. (UnSplash) What does the latest radar say? There have been no confirmed reports of a tornado on the ground in the area so far. However, … Read more
Corporal Donald Valverde, a deputy with the Paco County Sheriff’s Office in Florida was arrested by the department over allegations of child sexual abuse. On Friday, Sheriff Chris Nocco confirmed the allegations against Valverde. Representational. (Unsplash) Sheriff Chris Nocco said that the victim, who was allegedly abused by Corporal Donald Valverde, came forward with the … Read more
A vegetation blaze dubbed the Airport Fire was reported in Thermal, California on September 4. At the time of writing, the fire is at 3 acres, as per WatchDuty. A vegetation blaze dubbed the Airport Fire was reported in Thermal, California. Image for representational purposes. (Unsplash) Initially, the Airport Fire was a ‘1/4 acre vegetation … Read more
A low-pressure formation in the areas of Mentor, Euclid, and Willoughby in Ohio on Thursday afternoon sparked severe thunderstorm alert for Cleveland metro area. Representational. (Unsplash) Tornado warnings were issued for Mentor, Euclid, and Willoughby till 6:45pm EDT – roughly 25 miles away from downtown Cleveland– but strong winds of up to 70 mph are … Read more