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Cancer Survivor Grandmother Shot Dead Outside Supermarket

A Missouri grandmother who had overcome cancer was killed in a shooting outside a grocery store on Memorial Day, authorities said. ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. — A Missouri grandmother known by family members for surviving cancer was shot and killed outside a supermarket on Memorial Day, prompting an ongoing homicide investigation and renewed calls for answers from loved ones. The victim, identified as Amy Coon, died after the shooting in a supermarket parking lot, according …

Two Children Swept Away From Mother in Creek Tragedy

Authorities are investigating after two children were pulled from the water at a popular family swimming area and later died. PINSON, Ala. — Two young siblings died after they were swept underwater in a creek at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve on Saturday afternoon, despite rescue efforts by bystanders, a sheriff’s deputy and emergency responders, authorities said. The deaths shocked visitors and local residents as the preserve entered the start of the summer recreation season. Investigators …

Student Choked on Rubber Glove as Staffer Was on Phone

The case centered on the 2023 death of a 15-year-old student who choked on a rubber glove at a Houston-area high school. HOUSTON, Texas — A Texas school district has settled a lawsuit brought by the parents of a 15-year-old special education student who died after choking on a piece of a rubber glove at school, ending a case that alleged staff failed to properly supervise the teen and delayed lifesaving intervention. The settlement resolves …

Kidnapped Boy Found Safe Inside McDonald’s

A nationwide kidnapping warrant led authorities to an Omaha restaurant where an 8-year-old child was recovered safely. OMAHA, Neb. — An 8-year-old Iowa boy reported missing early Sunday was found safe several hours later at a McDonald’s in Omaha, where police and Nebraska State Patrol troopers arrested a 51-year-old man who was the subject of a nationwide kidnapping warrant. The case unfolded rapidly across state lines after Iowa authorities reported that Dane Coffman had disappeared …

6-Year-Old Shot Dead at Family Gathering

A Sarasota man, aged 34, has entered a plea of not guilty in response to charges related to the fatal shooting of his 6-year-old son, his girlfriend, and the family dog. The incident occurred on May 23 during a visit to his mother’s residence. The accused, Nicholas A. Novickis, is facing charges for the deaths of Allie Novickis, 34, and their son, Phoenix, which took place in a home located in the Artistry neighborhood. The …

Baby Girl Died After Hand-Shaped Bruise Appeared

A Santa Clara County jury found the father guilty of murder after prosecutors said he fatally struck his 8-month-old daughter in 2020. SAN JOSE, Calif. — A California man was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison after being convicted of murdering his 8-month-old daughter, whose fatal injuries prosecutors said were caused by a powerful blow to the face that left a hand-shaped bruise and severe brain trauma. The sentence closes a case that …

17-Year-Old NBA Fan Dies During Postgame Celebration

The 17-year-old suffered a severe head injury after falling from a moving vehicle during postgame celebrations in San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO, Texas — A 17-year-old San Antonio Spurs fan has been declared brain dead after suffering catastrophic head injuries when he fell from a moving vehicle during celebrations following the team’s Western Conference finals victory, authorities and family members said. The incident occurred Thursday night after the Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game …

Mother Shot While Holding Toddler by Pregnant Woman

A jury convicted a Birmingham woman of capital murder in the 2023 killing of a pregnant mother. BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — An Alabama woman who was eight months pregnant when she fatally shot another pregnant woman in 2023 has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole after a jury found her guilty of capital murder. The case drew attention because both women were expecting children at the time of the shooting and …

Skydiver Dies, Another Critically Hurt During Jump

Authorities said two experienced jumpers collided during a group skydiving operation in Adams County. RITZVILLE, Wash. — A Washington state skydiver died and another was seriously injured after the pair collided in midair during a scheduled group jump Sunday evening, according to investigators and the skydiving company involved in the operation. The fatal accident occurred during a jump organized by West Plains Skydiving in Adams County. Authorities identified the deceased jumper as Randy Hubbs of …

NHL Legend Claude Lemieux Found Dead

Claude Lemieux, a celebrated former player in the National Hockey League (NHL) and a four-time Stanley Cup winner, has tragically passed away in what appears to be a suicide, as reported by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. The 60-year-old hockey icon was found by one of his sons in the warehouse of their family’s furniture business, Andros Home, located in Lake Park, Florida, early on a Thursday morning. Lemieux, a revered figure in professional …