CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS — A Texas man has been sentenced to decades behind bars after admitting responsibility for the death of his girlfriend’s 3-year-old son, a crime that followed a heated argument exchanged through text messages. The child, Augustine “Augie” Valencia, was left in the care of 22-year-old Enrique Lopez while his mother attended a…
BARBOUR COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA — A woman has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of child abuse after authorities say she repeatedly struck a young boy with a wooden paddle she referred to as an “attitude adjuster,” according to police investigators. The arrest followed a child welfare investigation that uncovered disturbing allegations of ongoing…
KARLUK, ALASKA — A minor earthquake was recorded today near the village of Karluk on Kodiak Island, drawing attention to Alaska’s ongoing seismic activity. The quake, measured at magnitude 3.0, occurred close to the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge and did not result in any reported injuries or damage. Seismologists describe the event as small but…
SACRAMENTO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has renewed a motorcycle safety warning for Sacramento County, urging riders and drivers to remain alert and practice safe habits on local roads. Officials say the alert comes amid continued concerns over serious motorcycle crashes across the region. Law enforcement leaders emphasized that motorcyclists face unique…
SOUTHERN ARIZONA — Residents across Southern Arizona are being advised to prepare for a period of freezing temperatures as a Freeze Warning remains in effect through 9 AM on Saturday, January 10. The cold weather is expected to impact homes, agriculture, pets, and travel during overnight and early morning hours. Sub-Freezing Temperatures Expected Overnight Forecasts…
WEBER COUNTY, UTAH — A major traffic disruption affected drivers in Weber County after a semi-truck crash forced the temporary closure of the North Ogden Divide, a key roadway connecting surrounding communities. The incident occurred during daytime hours when the large commercial vehicle crashed along the mountainous route. Emergency crews quickly responded, shutting down traffic…
DEARBORN, MICHIGAN — Drivers in Dearborn are being advised of an important traffic pattern change as city officials have officially converted Maple Street into a one-way roadway heading southeast. The update is part of a broader effort to improve road safety, reduce congestion, and make navigation easier for both drivers and pedestrians. The change affects…
Fire safety officials in Cook County, Illinois, are urging residents to make monthly smoke alarm testing a regular habit as part of an ongoing effort to reduce house fire injuries and deaths. With homes relying on heating equipment, electrical devices, and cooking appliances year-round, officials say working smoke alarms remain one of the most effective…
A New Year’s traffic enforcement initiative in Livingston County, Illinois, led to dozens of citations as police increased patrols to promote safer driving during the busy holiday period. Local law enforcement agencies focused on improving compliance with seat belt laws while also watching for other dangerous driving behaviors that commonly increase during holiday travel. Seat…