Police in Virginia seized more than $1.4 million worth of illegal drugs in one week
VIRGINIA — More than $1.4 million worth of illegal drugs was seized statewide in a one-week period as part of ongoing crime suppression efforts by the Virginia State Police, authorities said.Through partnerships with federal and local law enforcement agencies, Virginia State Police seized a total of 63.8 pounds of narcotics across the commonwealth between Jan. 21 and Jan. 27. The...
Virginia State Police urges drivers to stay off roads following multiple crashes
VIRGINIA — Virginia State Police is urging motorists to stay off the roads again this weekend as troopers continue responding to crashes during the second winter storm of the year.According to Virginia State Police, troopers have responded to 88 crashes statewide as of 9 a.m. Saturday. Those crashes have resulted in six reported injuries and two deaths. In Central Virginia,...
Two people injured, one arrested following incident in Florida
FLORIDA — A suspect is in custody following a violent incident Friday night on Aein Road in Union Park, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Office.Deputies were called to the 2800 block of Aein Road at approximately 7:30 p.m., where they located a woman who they initially believed had been shot. She was transported to a local hospital for treatment.In...
The possibility of a foot of snow in Tennessee in February
TENNESSEE — While Tennessee is not typically associated with extreme snowfall, historical weather data show that a single winter storm in February is capable of producing a foot of snow in parts of the state under the right conditions.According to long-term records from the National Weather Service, February is one of the coldest months of the year in Tennessee and...
The possibility of measurable snowfall in Ohio in February
OHIO — Measurable snowfall in Ohio during February is not unusual and is well supported by long-term weather records. February historically falls within the heart of Ohio’s winter season and is often one of the snowier months of the year across much of the state.Climatological data from the National Weather Service show that February frequently produces accumulating snow due to sustained...
One person arrested following drug bust in Maryland
MARYLAND — The Salisbury Police Department arrested a man Thursday after officers said he was found in possession of illegal narcotics.According to police, officers were patrolling the 600 block of Smith Street on Jan. 29 when they observed a group of individuals displaying behavior indicative of criminal activity. Police said two people from the group entered a residential property that was...
Two people arrested following drug bust in Alabama
ALABAMA — Two people were arrested the morning of Jan. 30, 2026, after investigators with the Shelby County Drug Enforcement Task Force executed a search warrant at a residence in the 100 block of Alexander Road in the Dunnavant community.Authorities said Millard Kendrick III and Jessica Graf were taken into custody after investigators discovered a firearm and illegal narcotics inside the...
Police searching for five escaped inmates in Louisiana
LOUISIANA — Eight inmates escaped from the Riverbend Detention Center during the early morning hours of Jan. 30, according to the East Carroll Parish Sheriff’s Office.Authorities said the inmates were reported missing at approximately 1:20 a.m. The sheriff’s office has requested assistance from Louisiana State Police detectives with the Monroe Field Office, who are taking the lead in locating and apprehending the escapees. The...
Woman found dead in vehicle in Mississippi, investigation underway
MISSISSIPPI — One person is dead following a shooting that was discovered during a traffic incident Friday morning in Holmes County.According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, troopers responded on Jan. 30 to reports of a single-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 51 near State Park Road.Officials said that when authorities arrived at the scene, a female driver was found deceased inside the vehicle with...
Police searching for missing man with dementia in Tennessee
TENNESSEE — The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating an 82-year-old man who may be missing and is believed to have dementia.According to the sheriff’s office, Carroll Fletcher is possibly missing from his residence in the Butler area off Highway 67 West. Authorities said it is unknown when Fletcher was last seen or what clothing he may...
