Schools in Virginia to close multiple days in January
VIRGINIA — Public schools across Virginia will be closed on two days next month in observance of scheduled holidays, according to standard academic calendars.Schools statewide will be closed on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, for New Year’s Day. The holiday marks the first day of the new year and is a traditional day off for students, teachers, and staff across...
Police searching for wanted robbery suspect in Ohio
OHIO — Crime Stoppers of Cuyahoga County Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted in connection with an aggravated robbery investigation.According to Crime Stoppers, Keyjuan Bates has been wanted since Nov. 20, 2025, on an aggravated robbery charge. Authorities have not released details about the circumstances of the alleged crime, but officials say the offense is considered serious and are...
One person dead following vehicle crash in Kentucky
KENTUCKY — A 93-year-old man was killed following a two-vehicle crash Saturday evening in Knox County, according to Kentucky State Police.Troopers said they were dispatched at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, to a collision on U.S. 25-E. A preliminary investigation determined that a tractor-trailer crossed the southbound lane of travel and stopped in the median while attempting to merge into the northbound lane.Authorities said the driver’s...
One person arrested following drug bust in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — An Onslow County man is facing multiple drug-related charges following an arrest Monday by the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office.According to arrest warrants, James Dorsey Cothren, 38, was taken into custody on Monday, Dec. 22. He is charged with two counts of felony possession of a Schedule II controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, resisting a public officer, and felony possession of a controlled substance on...
One person dead following vehicle crash in Mississippi
MISSISSIPPI — An 87-year-old man from Lucedale was killed Sunday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash in George County, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol.The crash occurred at approximately 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 21, along Highway 63 near Basin Refuge Road.Authorities said a Ford F-250 was traveling southbound when it collided with a Mercury Grand Marquis driven by Charles Keel, 87, of Lucedale. Keel was pronounced dead as a result of the crash.The...
Infant found dead at Mississippi motel, investigation underway
MISSISSIPPI — The Jackson Police Department is investigating the death of an infant discovered at a local motel.According to police, the infant was found deceased at the Motel 6. Officers responded to the scene after receiving the report and confirmed the death upon arrival.Authorities remained on scene gathering information and conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the infant’s death.No additional...
Police attempting to identify suspect who broke into Virginia tobacco and vape shop
VIRGINIA — The Campbell County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect involved in a break-in at a local business earlier this month.According to authorities, deputies responded just before 6 a.m. on Dec. 14 to an alarm call at Max Tobacco & Vape, located at 21430 Timberlake Road in Campbell County. When deputies arrived, they discovered the glass entrance to the store...
One person dead following vehicle crash in Virginia
VIRGINIA — Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Sunday morning in Nelson County.According to Virginia State Police, the crash happened at approximately 1 a.m. on Route 60 near Tye River Road.Authorities said Porsche Christinia Vaughn, 39, of Gladstone, was driving a Chrysler Town and Country eastbound when the vehicle ran off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree.Vaughn was pronounced dead at the...
Police warn Ohio families after possible overdose leads to large drug seizure
OHIO — The Van Wert Police Department is warning families to be alert for drug-related paraphernalia after a possible overdose sent a person to the hospital over the weekend.According to a police department press release, officers and medics responded Sunday to a report of a possible overdosein the 700 block of North Washington Street in Van Wert. A “younger male” was found unresponsive at the...
Three inmates, including murder suspect, escape from Georgia jail
GEORGIA — Three inmates, including a murder suspect, escaped from the DeKalb County Jail early Monday morning, prompting a large multi-agency search.According to the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, the escape was discovered during a routine security check when deputies realized the inmates were missing. By 6 a.m., the jail’s entrance and exit were closed, and deputies secured the perimeter of the facility.The sheriff’s...
