Author: Living Legends
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — North Carolina bishops are sharing a message on President Donald Trump’s immigration reform measures and migrant rights. It comes after several days of protests nationwide. Catholic leaders said this is not just about policy. It’s an issue of moral concern. They think Americans can respect the borders and laws, but also care for people who’ve come to the U.S. for a better life. North Carolina refugee program receives cease-and-desist order as Elon Musk targets organization on X “Hunting down and arresting hundreds of illegal aliens,” said Trump. Words like these have sparked fear among immigrant…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Police in North Carolina are looking for a pair of suspected thieves accused of targeting Hispanic businesses around the state, including two stores in Charlotte. They were caught on camera in Charlotte in early January, but no one put the pieces together until they were just caught on camera again, accused of stealing $20,000 from a business near Raleigh. North Carolina refugee program receives cease-and-desist order as Elon Musk targets organization on X Workers at two stores in Charlotte say they didn’t think much about their interaction with the man and woman other than…
LINVILLE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Grandfather Mountain has bid farewell to Ajax the bald eagle. Park officials say Ajax died Wednesday, Feb. 5, following complications from an infection he developed. The eagle was 11 years old. “We will miss his strength and confidence,” said Christie Tipton, animal habitats curator for the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation. “He was always so regal and stately.” Have You Seen Her? Missing Buncombe County woman known to frequent the Hickory area Ajax arrived at Grandfather Mountain, home the mile-high swinging bridge, on Aug. 26, 2015, when he was estimated to be about 1 1/2…
With heavy hearts, we mourn the unexpected passing of Jacob Cohen, a man who left a lasting impact on all those who had the privilege of knowing him. Jacob’s death has come as a shock to many, and tributes have poured in from friends, family, and the wider community, all sharing stories of a kind, warm-hearted man who made a difference in the lives of those around him. While Jacob’s time on this earth was far too short, his legacy of friendship, kindness, and laughter will continue to resonate with everyone who had the honor of calling him a friend.…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — As the Trump administration continues its mass deportation efforts across the nation, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is urging the state’s sheriffs to cooperate with ICE agents on operations held in the state. Attorney General Wilson sent a letter to sheriffs across the state asking them to enroll in a program that voluntarily partners with ICE to allow immigration operations to take place in their jurisdiction. On Wednesday, he spoke with Queen City News on why he’s encouraging the cooperation and what this means legally for deputies.
Nathan Allen Obituary, Death; – A fatal accident occurred near Aumsville early Wednesday morning, resulting in the death of one individual. At approximately 5:15 a.m., deputies from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the scene of the incident located in the 10600 block of Mill Creek Road Southeast. Upon arrival, they discovered a vehicle that had collided with a power pole. The driver, identified as 23-year-old Nathan Allen from Aumsville, was pronounced dead at the scene. As a result of the investigation, Mill Creek Road SE was closed for several hours. According to the sheriff’s office, there is no…
Sherly Lynn Hollenkamp Obituary, Death; – A man from Shepherdsville received his sentence on Wednesday for his role in a devastating car accident in 2022 that resulted in the death of his girlfriend. William McCorkle faced charges of murder, assault, failure to maintain insurance, and operating a vehicle while under the influence. During the sentencing proceedings, it was disclosed that McCorkle was in a relationship with the woman who lost her life in the incident. The accident occurred in January 2022 at the intersection of Preston Highway and Cooper Chapel Road. His girlfriend, Sherly Lynn Hollenkamp, tragically died in the crash,…
Khamani Hicks Obituary, Death; – District of Columbia police reported that four individuals were fatally shot on Tuesday, coinciding with a rise in homicides in the city early this year. According to the Metropolitan Police, the first incident occurred shortly after midnight in Northwest, while the last shooting took place around 7:30 p.m., resulting in the death of a 17-year-old boy in Southeast. Data from the MPD indicates that there have been 18 homicides in the capital this year, an increase from 11 at the same time in 2024. Assistant Chief LaShay Makal, who supervises patrols in Southeast, Capitol Hill, and…
Bailie French Obituary, Death; – A 7-year-old boy remained by his mother’s side for nearly 12 hours following a car accident on a California highway that resulted in the mother’s death over the weekend, according to reports. The pair was returning to their residence in Tollhouse from a friend’s home on Saturday night when the mother lost control of their Subaru Crosstrek, causing the vehicle to veer off Highway 168 in Auberry, as reported by ABC 30 and the Los Angeles Times, referencing the California Highway Patrol. The vehicle was subsequently discovered nearly 200 feet down an embankment after rolling over…
Ronald J Bjella Obituary, Death; – The Allen County Coroner’s Office has confirmed the identity of the individual who lost his life in a hit-and-run incident on Friday evening in the southwest area of the city. The victim has been identified as Ronald J. Bjella, a 61-year-old resident of Fort Wayne. According to the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD), the collision occurred at approximately 8 p.m. on Covington Road, close to the intersection with Getz Road. Authorities reported that a man was transported to the hospital in critical condition, where he was subsequently pronounced deceased. At that time, police were actively…