Author: Breaking Local News Report
A 23-year-old man from Bridgeton has been charged in connection with a hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of U.S. Navy veteran Allen Miller Jr. in Salem County last month. Authorities say Christopher Poore was driving east on Route 40 near milepost 20.5 in Pittsgrove around 3 a.m. on Saturday, September 18, when he struck Miller and fled the scene. Miller, 45, of Vineland, was tragically killed as a result of the crash. According to his obituary, Miller was a proud 1998 graduate of Schalick High School and served in the U.S. Navy during the War in Afghanistan from 2001…
Cumberland, MD – Cumberland Police Department officers responded to an assault report on Saturday. The incident took place near George Washington Headquarters Park. The woman claiming to be a victim told officers that Keiana Langan attacked her. She alleged that Langan struck her repeatedly, causing the victim to attempt an escape. As she fled, Langan allegedly caught up and strangled her. A witness intervened during the attack, and officers noted strangulation marks on the victim’s neck. Authorities located Langan close to the scene of the reported assault. She was taken into custody and transported to the Allegany County Detention Center.…
BUTLER, PA – The assassination attempt on Donald Trump during a July 2024 rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, shocked the nation. Corey Comperatore, a 50-year-old volunteer firefighter from Buffalo Township, was tragically killed while trying to protect his family from the gunfire that erupted. Comperatore had attended the rally with his loved ones when a shooter opened fire in an attempt to kill the former president. Corey acted heroically, shielding his family before being fatally struck. Trump shares a warm embrace with the family of slain firefighter Corey Comperatore after his Butler, PA rally. The firefighter died during the assassination attempt…
NATIONAL HARBOR, Md. — A citizen was robbed at gunpoint near the MGM National Harbor casino on Saturday, according to initial reports. The incident occurred on the 100 block of MGM National Avenue, where the victim was approached by an unknown individual or individuals armed with a rifle. Police reported that the victim’s possessions were taken during the robbery. Officers from the Prince George’s County Police Department responded to the scene and began an investigation. As of Sunday, no suspects have been publicly identified, and details about the stolen items have not been released. Authorities have not disclosed any information…
In an unforgettable scene, Vanderbilt University students tore down a goalpost after their football team stunned top-ranked Alabama in a shocking upset. The victory celebration took a wild turn as students paraded the massive goalpost nearly three miles through downtown Nashville, eventually tossing it into the Cumberland River. The spontaneous procession down Broadway, Nashville’s iconic strip, was met with cheers and disbelief from onlookers. The goalpost was later retrieved from the river by the Nashville Fire Department. This chaotic yet triumphant moment echoed similar traditions in college football, where tearing down goalposts is a symbol of a historic win. NEW:…
As the U.S. reels from the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, questions are swirling around FEMA’s handling of relief efforts—particularly its focus on debunking social media rumors rather than addressing more pressing recovery needs. With many communities still waiting for substantial federal aid, critics argue that FEMA seems more concerned with policing misinformation on platforms like Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) than ensuring a swift response to disaster survivors. In the wake of Hurricane Helene, FEMA has been actively updating its Rumor Control page, debunking widespread falsehoods about aid eligibility, confiscation of property, and donation handling. For example, the agency…
STAFFORD, Va. — A Stafford County resident got an unexpected surprise on Saturday afternoon when they found a large lizard wandering in their backyard. Deputy O.J. Martins responded to the scene on Phillips Street around 5:30 p.m., where the homeowner had already captured the reptile. According to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, the lizard, identified as a tegu, is native to Central and South America. The tegu, nicknamed “Dwayne ‘the Croc’ Johnson” by the sheriff’s office, is now being housed at the county animal shelter, awaiting its owner to come forward. The sheriff’s office shared the incident on social media,…
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Henderson County remains under a State of Emergency following the impact of Hurricane Helene, with officials amending the curfew to run from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m., according to an update from the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office on Saturday. Resource Hub locations across the county will be open on Sunday, October 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., providing water and other supplies as they become available. The hubs are set up at six locations, including Etowah Elementary, Rugby Middle, and North Henderson High, among others. FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance crews are also in the area, helping…
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is working with Environmental Health to ensure residents with storm-damaged wells have access to safe drinking water, following recent flooding in the area. In a statement released Saturday, officials said that wells flooded or structurally damaged during the storm must be disinfected to prevent health risks. A flooded well is defined as one that had water over the top at any point during the storm. Residents are urged to follow disinfection instructions, which can be found on the Buncombe Ready website or through resources provided by the sheriff’s office. Once a well…
MILTON, Del. — Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning in Milton, according to authorities. Troopers responded to the 28000 block of West Springside Drive around 12:58 a.m. on October 5, 2024, following reports of gunfire. An unknown suspect fired several rounds, one of which struck an occupied home. No injuries were reported among the residents. At this time, no suspect information is available, and there is no surveillance footage to assist the investigation. The Delaware State Police Troop 4 Criminal Investigations Unit is handling the case. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact…