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17-Year-Old Dies in Rockaway Beach Drowning After Hours
A 17-year-old boy has died after being caught in a rip tide at Rockaway Beach during a period when swimming was prohibited.
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Miss Universe Canada Pledges Costume Reform After Indigenous Appropriation Criticism
Miss Universe Canada will implement new costume guidelines following criticism from Ashley Callingbull over the use of Indigenous-themed regalia by contestants.
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Pedestrian killed in collision near Orem’s University Mall
A 24-year-old man died after being struck by a vehicle at a busy Orem intersection near University Mall on Monday afternoon.
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Severe Winds Leave Thousands Without Power Across Virginia
Severe weather and high winds have caused widespread power outages across Virginia, with Rockingham County reporting the highest number of impacted customers.
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Dax Shepard and Taron Egerton Discuss the Complexities of Being Raised by Single Mothers
Dax Shepard and Taron Egerton opened up on the Armchair Expert podcast about the unique emotional dynamics and challenges of being raised by single mothers.
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Houston Residents Push Back Against Expanding Flock Surveillance Network
Harris County residents are demanding tighter regulation of Flock Safety cameras as concerns over data privacy, misuse, and potential ICE integration grow.
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St. Louis Police Cancel Emergency Alert After Report of Child in Stolen Vehicle Proves False
St. Louis police canceled a late-night Amber Alert after discovering a reported stolen car contained no child, though one suspect remains in custody.
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Police Order Shelter-in-Place During Armed Barricade Situation in Detroit
Detroit police have ordered a shelter-in-place for the Pembroke neighborhood after a woman barricaded herself inside a home following reports of a firearm threat.
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Nearly 3,000 We Energies Customers Without Power in Watertown Area
Nearly 3,000 We Energies customers in Watertown, Wisconsin, lost power Sunday morning due to rain-damaged equipment near the Concord Generating Station.
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The Digital Safety Net: How Crowdfunding Fills the Gaps in Medical, Personal, and Community Emergencies
An in-depth analysis of how platforms like GoFundMe have become vital yet highly unequal safety nets for medical needs, animal emergencies, and community hubs.
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Manhattan Prepares for 44th Annual National Dominican Day Parade
Over 400,000 spectators are expected in Manhattan this Sunday for the 44th annual National Dominican Day Parade, featuring heightened security and a cultural theme.
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Kano State Government Hosts Mass Wedding for 1,500 Couples
The Kano State government in Nigeria has sponsored a mass wedding for 1,500 couples to support low-income families and promote social stability.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Attend David Foster Foundation Gala in Canada
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex traveled to Canada to support David Foster’s foundation, marking a high-profile appearance shortly after Meghan’s 45th birthday.
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The Newest Federally Recognized Tribe Wants Better Healthcare. It May Be On Its Own
Despite gaining federal recognition, the Lumbee Tribe faces significant healthcare funding gaps and local opposition to revenue-generating casino projects.
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Local Journalism Transitions to Digital-First Memorialization
Local newspapers like the East Anglian Daily Times are shifting funeral notices to digital platforms, enabling lasting online memorials and global condolences.