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The passing of Kathy Bates, a cherished member of the South Charleston community, has left a profound void in the hearts of all who knew her. At 65 years old, Kathy bid farewell to her earthly journey on March 12, 2021, at Thomas Memorial Hospital, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and cherished memories. Kathy, born to the late George and Shirley Hill Turley, was more than a daughter; she was a beacon of light and love for her family and friends. Despite her departure, Kathy’s spirit lives on in the hearts of her loved ones, as they celebrate…
The Cherokee County community mourns the loss of one of its own, Firefighter Randall Littlejohn, whose unwavering dedication and commitment to service have left an indelible mark on the hearts of many. With heavy hearts, the Cherokee County Fire Department announces the passing of Randall, a cherished member of their firefighting family, who served the citizens of Cherokee County with distinction and honor for many years. Randall’s journey as a firefighter was defined by his selflessness, courage, and unwavering dedication to the well-being of others. Throughout his tenure, he exemplified the values of service and sacrifice, embodying the true spirit…
CEDAR CITY, Utah- Classes and activities on the Southern Utah University campus in Cedar City were brought to a sudden halt on Thursday when the school received reports of an active shooter. Now, SUU President Mindy Benson is saying the calls were most likely swatting calls. BACKGROUND: SUU lifts lockdown following reported active shooter scare Benson explained in a Friday morning post to social media that swatting is a prank call to emergency services in an attempt to bring a large number of armed police officers to a particular address. In 2023, the FBI launched a national swatting database saying the form of prank call…
Authorities have apprehended a suspect following the shooting death of a man in a Phoenix neighborhood. The incident occurred shortly before noon on April 8 in the vicinity of 19th Avenue and Mountain View Road. Phoenix Police responded to the scene and discovered 39-year-old Prince Luckey suffering from a gunshot wound. Sadly, Luckey was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators identified the suspect as 29-year-old Pedro Vazquez, who reportedly fled the area following the shooting. However, Vazquez was located in a nearby neighborhood and taken into custody. He has since been booked into jail and is facing charges of second-degree…
Memphis, TN – In a harrowing incident early Friday morning, two Memphis Police Department (MPD) officers sustained gunshot wounds while responding to a call at Horn Lake Road and Charter Avenue in Southwest Memphis. The shooting occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m., prompting an urgent response from law enforcement. Memphis Police dispatch confirmed that officers were dispatched to the scene at around 2:20 a.m. Upon arrival, two officers were shot in the line of duty, necessitating immediate transport to Regional One Hospital for treatment. Details regarding the condition of the injured officers remain unconfirmed at this time. The circumstances leading to…
BAILEY’S CROSSROADS, Va. – A man was rushed to the hospital with severe, life-threatening injuries after a shooting occurred early Friday morning in Bailey’s Crossroads, according to authorities. The Fairfax County Police Department responded to reports of a shooting on X, formerly Twitter, at 5:40 a.m., with the incident unfolding in the 3400 block of Charles Street. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the upper body, prompting an urgent response from emergency services. He was promptly transported to the hospital for treatment of his critical injuries. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward and…
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – A tragic incident unfolded early Friday morning as Miami-Dade police launched an investigation into a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a man. Authorities reported that the shooting occurred shortly before 3 a.m. within the confines of the 10100 block of East Hibiscus Street. Upon receiving a ShotSpotter alert, law enforcement swiftly responded to the scene and discovered a man inside a vehicle, having sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency medical responders from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue promptly attended to the victim, transporting him to Jackson South Medical Center in critical condition. Despite efforts to save his…
The recent spate of violence in Central Virginia is undeniably tragic and deeply concerning. The loss of two young lives in separate incidents, along with the other shootings involving teenagers, highlights a troubling trend that demands urgent attention and action from the community as a whole. The triple shooting near Mosby, resulting in the loss of two lives and leaving a teen with a non-life-threatening injury, is particularly heartbreaking. The fact that four young children have now been left without their parents due to senseless violence is a stark reminder of the devastating impact such incidents have on families and…
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis made headlines on Wednesday as he criticized former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley during the final GOP presidential debate before the Iowa caucus. DeSantis took aim at Haley’s comments regarding the murder of George Floyd, a Black man killed by a white police officer in May 2020, accusing her of “virtue signaling” to liberals. The controversy erupted after Haley posted on social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, expressing her personal and painful reaction to Floyd’s murder. Floyd’s death, captured on camera and widely shared on social media, sparked global protests against police brutality and…
According to Police Chief C.J. Davis, both a Memphis Police officer and an 18-year-old suspect lost their lives following an exchange of gunfire early Friday morning, which also left two other officers and another suspect wounded. The officer who tragically lost his life has been identified by MPD as Joseph McKinney, who became part of the department in 2020. The identity of the deceased suspect has not been disclosed. While a second officer was initially hospitalized, their condition has since improved to non-critical. Additionally, a third officer, who sustained a grazing gunshot wound, received treatment at the scene. Another suspect,…