Author: Living Legends
Beware novel psychological therapies from Austria: You never know where they may lead. In the curious case of German director Tom Tykwer’s The Light, which opened the Berlin Film Festival, such a quacky therapy — mostly involving a flashing LED light and an egg-timer — is Syrian refugee Farrah’s comfort, an escape hatch from the […]
Oscar-nominated Sing Sing filmmaking duo Greg Kwedar and Clint Bentley have been a partnership for as long as they’ve been making features. Back in 2016, their first film Transpecos, about border agents in the desert, cemented their like-minded connection, as they found they each approached narrative storytelling with the journalistic outlook of a documentarian. Kwedar […]
CONCORD, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — One person was shot and four people have been arrested after a shooting Thursday morning, the City of Concord confirms. Around 10 a.m. on Feb. 13, officers were called to Alberta Court near Old Charlotte Road, where they found one person shot. The victim was taken to the hospital. The Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office found a vehicle reportedly linked to the shooter at a Harrisburg park. A drone and K9s were used to catch four suspects who have since been transferred to police custody. Officials have not said what charges the four are facing…
Days of Our Lives is continuing to bring in the big guns to help celebrate its 60th Anniversary. This time, it’s Jennifer and Jack Deveraux. Deadline has confirmed that Matthew Ashford (Jack) and Melissa Reeves (Jennifer) are back on the soap’s Burbank, CA set this week to participate in the anniversary episodes. They will reunite with […]
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — An arson suspect has been arrested after a 2-alarm fire at a historic school in west Charlotte on Thursday morning, the Charlotte Fire Department confirms. Just before 8 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13, CFD announced that they were responding to the Wilmore School on West Boulevard and arrived to see smoke coming from the roof. Soon after, a second alarm was announced, requesting additional crews. Crews searched the building, but no one was inside. The fire was controlled in 26 minutes. The Mecklenburg EMS Agency (MEDIC) said they were on standby Thursday morning; however, no…
We are deeply saddened to report the tragic loss of Firefighter John “JR” Gaudeta of the Binghamton Fire Department, who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty last night. This is a loss not only for the department but for the entire Binghamton community. JR’s life was one of service, bravery, and a relentless commitment to others, and his passing leaves a hole that will be difficult to fill. JR was the embodiment of what it means to be a firefighter. He was fearless in the face of danger, always ready to rush into the flames without hesitation…
We mourn the loss of Jake Knapp, a cherished long-time resident of Eureka, IL, who fought valiantly and resolutely against secretory carcinoma, a rare type of secretion gland cancer, before passing away. In addition to fighting against cancer, Jake fought for the people and community he cared about. His life served as an example of fortitude, tenacity, and an unrelenting dedication to the welfare of people around him. Jake’s journey was marked by kindness, humor, and a deep sense of responsibility. He was someone whose presence was felt by all who knew him, someone who quietly but powerfully made an…
On February 10, 2025, the small town of Ila, Georgia, was struck by an overwhelming tragedy. The sudden death of Mark Curry Cross, III, known affectionately as Curry to those who loved him, has left a deep void in the hearts of his family, friends, and the entire community. A vibrant young man with an infectious personality, Curry’s passing has been felt by all who knew him. His legacy, however, will live on, as his impact on those around him was immeasurable. Curry was not only a brother, son, and friend but also a beacon of light whose love for…
The community of Lafayette, Louisiana, is grieving the tragic loss of Veronica Jamie Boudreaux, a loving mother, devoted partner, and talented artist, who tragically passed away on February 11, 2025. Veronica’s death, along with the loss of her unborn child, has left her family, friends, and community in shock and mourning. Her passing at just 32 years old has left a profound hole in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. While the pain of this loss is immeasurable, Veronica’s legacy of love, creativity, and kindness will continue to resonate long after her passing. Veronica was not just…
On the morning of Wednesday, February 14, 2025, a tragic and senseless act of violence took place in Canton, Ohio, leading to the untimely death of 30-year-old Shawn Hawkins. Hawkins, a man whose life was taken too soon, was shot in the chest at a residence located on 2nd Street Southwest, sparking an investigation by the Canton Police Department. His passing has left his family, friends, and the entire community in shock, and authorities are working diligently to uncover the circumstances surrounding his death. The fatal incident occurred shortly before 11:30 a.m. on that fateful Wednesday. Canton police officers responded…