WINNEBAGO COUNTY, Wis. – Authorities are warning residents about a sophisticated phone scam that surfaced this week, with multiple community members reporting calls from someone pretending to be a sheriff’s deputy. At least six residents have been targeted so far. Scam Tactics Reported According to the Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office, the scammer allegedly told victims…
PENDLETON, Ore. – Fire officials are warning residents across northeast Oregon and south-central Washington of increasing wildfire danger this week as unseasonably warm temperatures, gusty winds, and dry conditions combine to elevate risks. Heat and Low Humidity Increase Fire Risks On Wednesday, September 24, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Pendleton reported highs climbing into…
DULUTH, Minn. – Drivers across northern Minnesota and parts of northwest Wisconsin are being warned of dangerous travel conditions overnight as a dense fog advisory goes into effect. Forecasters say visibility could drop sharply from late Tuesday through Wednesday morning. Timing and Impact of Fog Advisory According to the National Weather Service in Duluth, fog…
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas – Authorities are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating a missing woman who vanished late last week. The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office has identified her as Crystal Nichol, last seen around noon on Friday, September 19, 2025. Family Reports Unusual Disappearance Nichol’s family reported her missing after losing contact, describing her…
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa – Authorities confirmed that a student at Valley High School was found with a handgun on campus Tuesday afternoon after school staff responded to a vaping-related report. Handgun Discovered After Vaping Report According to the West Des Moines Police Department, the school resource officer was alerted around 2:15 p.m. about suspected…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Authorities are searching for a suspect who allegedly robbed a Circle K gas station on Nolensville Pike late Tuesday night, escaping with a significant amount of cash. Police released surveillance images and are urging the public’s help in identifying the man. Robbery Details and Suspect Description According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – A 21-year-old Tennessee man is in custody after a high-speed pursuit that began in Shelby County and crossed into Mississippi earlier this month. Authorities say the chase started after deputies responded to an auto burglary call in Southeast Shelby County. Pursuit Begins in Shelby County According to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office,…
MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa – A 58-year-old man has been arrested after deputies with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office uncovered a large amount of methamphetamine during a home search earlier this week. Officials say the discovery points to potential drug trafficking activity in the community. Deputies Discover Meth and Distribution Materials On Monday, deputies executed a…
WISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI — An 18-year-old man has pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from a December crash in Auburndale that killed a teenage passenger. Charges Filed Against Trenton Lawry On September 22, Wood County Circuit Judge Emily Nolan-Plutchak entered not guilty pleas on behalf of Trenton D. Lawry, 18, after he stood mute during…
MILWAUKEE, WI — A 15-year-old girl was shot and killed Sunday night on a city sidewalk, marking one of Milwaukee’s latest homicides in what police say has been a violent year. Shooting on N. 76th and Silver Spring According to the Milwaukee Police Department, officers responded to reports of a person shot around 10:30 p.m….