Author: Living Legends
Queen City News spoke with a family member who confirmed that the flight crew of the plane that crashed with a helicopter in Washington, D.C. Wednesday night was based in Charlotte. Ian Epstein was killed when American Airlines Flight 5342 crashed into a military helicopter Wednesday night in the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. Ian was married to Debi Epstein for 23 years. “He died doing what he loved,” Debi Epstein told Queen City News Anchor Robin Kanady on Thursday before she left Cabarrus County for D.C. Debi says Ian was known for his personality and was considered a “comedian”…
I am incredibly saddened to share the news that several members of the figure skating community connected to the University of Delaware were among those who tragically lost their lives in an aircraft collision last night in Washington, DC. At this time, we are aware that Sasha Kirsanov, a former UD Figure Skating Club coach, was on the airplane. We believe two young skaters who were members of the UD Figure Skating Club also were on board. It is unknown at this time whether these young skaters — who are not UD students — were accompanied by their parents or…
I am incredibly saddened to share the news that several members of the figure skating community connected to the University of Delaware were among those who tragically lost their lives in an aircraft collision last night in Washington, DC. At this time, we are aware that Sasha Kirsanov, a former UD Figure Skating Club coach, was on the airplane. We believe two young skaters who were members of the UD Figure Skating Club also were on board. It is unknown at this time whether these young skaters — who are not UD students — were accompanied by their parents or…
They have identified the pilots and flight attendants of American Eagle Flight 5342, which tragically crashed above Washington, D.C., into a U.S. Army Black Hawk chopper. The regional jet crashed into the Potomac River on Wednesday night close to Reagan Washington National Airport when Captain Jonathan Campos, 34, and First Officer Samuel Lilley, 29, were at the controls. As Flight 5342 made its final approach to DCA, it collided 400 feet above the Potomac River, causing a devastating conflagration that sent both planes plummeting into the river. The PSA Airlines-operated jet, which was carrying 60 passengers, was completing a routine…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) — First it was the media who didn’t select LaMelo Ball, now it was the coaches. The Hornets guard was not among the players chosen for the NBA All-Star game, despite posting being fourth in the league with 28 points per game. The game’s reserves were announced Thursday, as voted on by the league’s coaches, and Ball was not among them. Brandon Miller named to NBA Rising Stars roster, but unable to play A week ago, Ball was not named among the Eastern Conference starters. Those players are determined by a combination of fan, player…
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A flight from Charlotte Douglas to Reagan National Airport was scheduled to land within minutes of Wednesday night’s midair collision. It left dozens of people stuck in a holding pattern in the sky as the tragedy unfolded. “Obviously it was very unsettling to know that I was so close and that it, you know, a flip of a coin, it could have been my plane, or it could have been no plane at all,” said James Moyler, who was on the flight. “It’s a horrible situation.” Seeing the heartbreaking videos and pictures and learning about…
County Police have charged 45-year-old William Adam in connection with an officer-involved shooting investigation in Bethel Park. At 10:00 pm on January 29, Bethel Park Police attempted to serve an arrest warrant on Adam inside his apartment on Dorchester Drive. The arrest warrant was in connection to a domestic incident that had occurred earlier in the day at the apartment. When officers attempted to enter the apartment, they discovered the door was partially barricaded. When officers were able to obtain sight into the apartment, Adam was seen holding a firearm and pointing it in the direction of officers. After officers…
County Police have charged 45-year-old William Adam in connection with an officer-involved shooting investigation in Bethel Park. At 10:00 pm on January 29, Bethel Park Police attempted to serve an arrest warrant on Adam inside his apartment on Dorchester Drive. The arrest warrant was in connection to a domestic incident that had occurred earlier in the day at the apartment. When officers attempted to enter the apartment, they discovered the door was partially barricaded. When officers were able to obtain sight into the apartment, Adam was seen holding a firearm and pointing it in the direction of officers. After officers…
A devastating fire claimed the life of 53-year-old Alexander McLaughlin in Marion County, leaving the community in mourning and authorities searching for answers. The tragic incident, confirmed by Marion County Coroner Jerry Richardson, has raised concerns as investigators work to determine the cause of the deadly blaze. Neighbors in the area reported hearing what they initially believed to be an explosion, followed by McLaughlin’s cries for help. The horrifying scene unfolded rapidly, with flames engulfing the structure before emergency responders could intervene. Despite their efforts, McLaughlin was unable to escape the fire, and his untimely death has left family, friends,…
The medical community and beyond are mourning the sudden loss of Dr. Jarrod P. Kaufman, a dedicated surgeon who tragically died in a car accident on the Garden State Parkway this morning while on his way to work. Known for his humble nature, unmatched expertise, and devotion to his patients, Dr. Kaufman leaves behind an incredible legacy of care, compassion, and charity work that touched lives around the world. Dr. Kaufman, a founding member of Premier Surgical in Brick, New Jersey, was an accomplished laparoscopic surgeon who dedicated his career to the advancement of surgery and patient care. His expertise…