Four people dead following vehicle crash in Illinois
ILLINOIS — Four people, including a 5-year-old girl from Champaign, were killed in a two-vehicle crash Thursday night in Kankakee County, according to authorities.The Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office said the crash happened around 10:20 p.m. near the intersection of 18000 West and 2000 South Road in Reddick. Deputies responding to the scene found one of the vehicles engulfed in...
Three with connections to cartel arrested, 500 pounds of marijuana seized in Georgia drug operation
GEORGIA — Authorities arrested three men with alleged ties to a Mexican drug cartel and seized more than 500 pounds of marijuana during a multi-agency operation in metro Atlanta this week, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).Between Wednesday and Thursday, agents executed five search warrants in Woodstock, Sandy Springs, and Atlanta.In addition to the marijuana, investigators...
Missing Mississippi teen found dead, according to police
MISSISSIPPI — Authorities have confirmed the death of a missing teenager in central Mississippi.Smith County Sheriff Joel Houston announced Friday afternoon that 14-year-old Melvin Harter was found dead. The sheriff did not release additional details about the circumstances surrounding the teen’s death.An alert was issued Friday morning after Harter was reported missing.He was last seen alive around noon...
One person injured, one arrested following shooting incident in Ohio
OHIO — A man was hospitalized after a shooting in the Mount Auburn neighborhood Friday afternoon, according to Cincinnati Police.Emergency crews responded to the 2400 block of Ryan Avenue, just off Dorchester Avenue, around 3 p.m. following reports of gunfire.A police sergeant at the scene said the victim, an adult man, was taken to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening...
One person dead following stabbing incident in Ohio
OHIO — A man was found dead following a stabbing early Friday morning in Springfield.According to the Springfield Division of Police, officers responded to the 1500 block of Highland Avenue shortly before 6 a.m. after a 911 caller reported discovering her boyfriend in a puddle of blood.When officers arrived, they found 35-year-old Quintez Hubert suffering from multiple apparent stab...
Authorities searching for missing 17-year-old in Ohio
OHIO — Authorities are seeking help locating 17-year-old Serenity Nichelle Serrano, who has been missing from Columbus since October 28, 2025, according to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.Serenity is described as a White female, approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall, weighing 130 pounds, with blonde hair and green eyes.She was last seen wearing black shoes, black pants, and a gray shirt with “Columbus Career Academy” printed on it.Officials...
Police searching for wanted fugitive in Ohio
OHIO — Cincinnati Police District Three is actively searching for James Rachel, wanted in connection with a series of violent crimes, according to Greater Cincinnati Crime Stoppers.Rachel, a 26-year-old Black male, approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall and 155 pounds, is wanted for robbery, felony strangulation, four counts of misdemeanor domestic violence, misdemeanor aggravated menacing, two counts of misdemeanor assault, and misdemeanor obstructing official business.Authorities said the...
Police searching for wanted fugitive in Indiana
INDIANA — Elkhart County authorities are seeking Tony Phillips, wanted in connection with a probation violation involving battery resulting in serious bodily injury, according to Michiana Crime Stoppers.Phillips is described as a Black male, approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall, weighing 150 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. He is wanted by Elkhart County law enforcement.Anyone with information on his whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Elkhart County...
One person arrested after vehicle crash leads to drug bust in Kentucky
KENTUCKY — A Glasgow woman faces multiple charges after police found drugs in her vehicle following a crash Thursday, authorities said.Officers responded to a wreck on East Main Street. No injuries were reported.Police said they detected a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle and conducted field sobriety tests on the driver, Danielle Rowe, determining she was under the influence.A search of...
Police attempting to identify theft suspect in Kentucky
KENTUCKY — The Barren County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the theft of building materials from the 6700 block of Dripping Springs Road, officials said.Authorities have located a vehicle connected to the incident but are asking for help identifying a man involved.Anyone with information is asked to contact the sheriff’s office at 270-651-2771 or dispatch at 270-651-5151.The investigation is being led by Deputy Tyler Maxey.
