Two people arrested for fentanyl trafficking in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — Two Forest City residents were arrested Wednesday night following a traffic stop that led to the discovery of fentanyl, according to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies said they were patrolling the College Avenue area when they stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. During a search of the vehicle, authorities reported finding approximately 14 grams of fentanyl...
One person found dead inside home in Kentucky, investigation underway
KENTUCKY — The Lexington Police Department is investigating a homicide after a woman was found dead Thursday morning.Police said officers were dispatched around 10:45 a.m. to a residence in the 2500 block of Larkin Road in Lexington. When officers arrived, they located a female victim inside the home. She was pronounced deceased at the scene.Authorities confirmed that one person has been taken...
One person dead following motorcycle crash in Florida
FLORIDA — A woman was killed early Thursday morning in a motorcycle crash on Interstate 10 in Jackson County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.Troopers said the crash occurred around 3:38 a.m. on the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 near mile marker 159.5. The victim, a 45-year-old woman, was riding a motorcycle at the time of the crash.Officials said Jackson County EMS responded to...
Two people arrested following drug bust in Ohio
OHIO — Two people were arrested Wednesday afternoon following the execution of a search warrant at a residence in Youngstown, according to police.A report from the Youngstown Police Department states officers served a search warrant at a home in the 1100 block of Springdale Avenue shortly after 4 p.m. During the search, police located and detained two individuals identified as Herbert Shelton,...
One person arrested following drug bust in Georgia
GEORGIA — A man from Forest was arrested and multiple narcotics were seized following a traffic stop early Wednesday morning in Campbell County, according to the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies said John Thompson, 37, was stopped around 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, in Rustburg. The stop involved a white Nissan sedan and was conducted with assistance from the Altavista Police Department K-9...
Man in country illegally arrested after selling fentanyl at Georgia farmer’s market
GEORGIA — Federal agents have arrested a man accused of selling fentanyl-laced pills at a farmers market in the metro Atlanta area, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.Prosecutors said Luis Sanchez-Acevedo appeared in court Wednesday to face charges related to the alleged distribution of fentanyl from a produce stand at a farmers market in Forest Park. Authorities allege Sanchez-Acevedo sold counterfeit “M-30” pills...
Two people arrested following drug bust on I-95 in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — Two people were arrested on drug trafficking charges Wednesday following a traffic stop conducted by the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office Highway Interdiction Team.According to Sheriff Burnis Wilkins, detectives stopped an SUV traveling northbound on Interstate 95 near the 8-mile marker for moving violations. During the stop, RCSO K-9 “Baba” performed a free air sniff around the exterior of the...
Indiana school evacuated following threat
INDIANA — Peru Jr./Sr. High School was evacuated Thursday, Jan. 15, following a reported threat, according to the Peru Police Department.Police did not release details about the nature of the threat but said in a social media post that all students and staff were safely evacuated from Peru Jr./Sr. High School to a secure location as a precaution.“Multiple public safety agencies and...
Measurable snowfall possible in North Carolina this weekend
NORTH CAROLINA — An arctic cold front expected to arrive this weekend could increase the chances of winter weather across North Carolina during the upcoming holiday weekend.Forecasters say the cold front is likely to move through the region on Saturday. After its passage, weather models indicate an area of low pressure may develop just off the coast of North Carolina,...
Snowfall possible in Florida this weekend
FLORIDA — Snow lovers in Florida may have a rare opportunity to see flurries this weekend as another surge of cold air is forecast to move southward across the region.Forecasters say the influx of frigid air is expected to keep temperatures well below normal on Sunday, creating a brief window for possible snowfall in parts of Florida, particularly across North...
