Multiple schools in Wisconsin could close Friday
WISCONSIN — Multiple schools across Wisconsin could close or dismiss early Friday as a significant severe weather threat moves into the region, bringing the potential for tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail.According to the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center, much of Wisconsin is under an “enhanced risk” for severe storms Friday into Friday night, indicating a higher likelihood...
Multiple schools in Illinois could close Friday
ILLINOIS — Multiple schools across Illinois could close or dismiss early Friday as severe storms are expected to move through the region, bringing the potential for damaging winds, tornadoes and large hail.According to the National Weather Service’s Storm Prediction Center, much of Illinois is included in a “slight risk” area for severe weather, with stronger storms expected to develop...
One person dead following motorcycle crash in Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI — One person has died and two others were injured following a collision between a car and a motorcycle Wednesday night in Covington County, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol.Troopers responded to the crash just before 10 p.m. on U.S. Highway 49. Authorities said a 2025 Kia K4 traveling north collided with a 2025 Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle that...
Tennessee Cracker Barrel location announces closure following armed robbery
TENNESSEE — A Cracker Barrel location in Nashville was forced to close temporarily Thursday after an armed robbery occurred while customers were inside, according to police.The incident happened Thursday afternoon at the restaurant on Charlotte Pike. Officers with the Metro Nashville Police Department responded to reports of an armed robbery at the location.Authorities said the restaurant was closed for...
Two people arrested after child overdoses on meth in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — A Union County woman and her boyfriend are facing criminal charges after a 15-month-old child was hospitalized following exposure to methamphetamine, according to the Union County Sheriff’s Office.Deputies responded to a medical call involving the child on Wednesday morning. The toddler was taken to a hospital for evaluation after experiencing a medical emergency. Hospital staff later...
Georgia elementary school placed on lockdown after suspect flees from police on school property
GEORGIA — Twin Oaks Elementary School was placed on lockdown Thursday after a man fled from police on school property, according to the Leesburg Police Department.Police said the incident occurred around noon on April 16. Authorities were alerted after the man’s sister contacted the Albany Police Department, reporting that he was heading to the school. Officers were then dispatched...
One person arrested following large fentanyl bust in Georgia
GEORGIA — A Coffee County woman was arrested after authorities seized a large quantity of fentanyl that officials say could have resulted in thousands of potentially fatal doses.According to the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office, agents with the Douglas Coffee Drug Unit and the D.I.C.E. Unit executed a search warrant on April 15 at a residence on Winterset Circle in...
One person dead following incident in Georgia, investigation underway
GEORGIA — Authorities shut down part of a roadway near a DeKalb County middle school Thursday as police responded to a deadly incident.According to the DeKalb County Police Department, officers were called to the area of Covington Highway and Miller Road, where an active situation prompted a roadblock near Miller Grove Middle School.Officials said one person has died in...
One person murdered while working on tractor in North Carolina, investigation underway
NORTH CAROLINA — Deputies are investigating the homicide of a man who was killed while working on a tractor Wednesday afternoon in the Maxton area, according to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.Authorities said deputies responded just after 2:30 p.m. to the 2700 block of Morrison Road in reference to an unresponsive person. When they arrived, they found 65-year-old Ernie...
Part of I-459 in Alabama shut down following vehicle crash
ALABAMA — A lane on Interstate 459 northbound is currently closed after a cement truck spilled its contents Thursday afternoon, according to authorities.The incident occurred around 3 p.m. near the 31 mile marker in Jefferson County. Officials said the right lane is blocked for an unknown amount of time as crews work to clear the roadway.Troopers with the Alabama...
