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Governor Abbott deploys additional Texas emergency personnel to support Arizona flood recovery
8Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
Texas

Governor Abbott deploys additional Texas emergency personnel to support Arizona flood recovery

AUSTIN, TX – On Monday, Governor Greg Abbott announced the deployment of additional Texas emergency management personnel to Arizona to assist with ongoing flood recovery efforts, following a request from Arizona’s Department of Emergency and Military Affairs. File Photo (September 2025) "Texans are no strangers to the devastating effects caused by severe weather," said Governor Abbott. "Today, I directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to deploy additional personnel to further support Arizona as they rebuild and recover from recent flooding. Texas will continue to assist our fellow Americans in their time of need." Under the Governor’s direction, the Texas Division of Emergency Management has sent logistics, planning, and disaster finance personnel to support Arizona’s ...
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Man found shot to death in ditch on Abram Ford Drive in Jackson
8Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
Mississippi

Man found shot to death in ditch on Abram Ford Drive in Jackson

JACKSON, MS – Jackson Police are investigating a homicide after a male was found deceased in a ditch with an apparent gunshot wound to the head in the 100 block of Abram Ford Drive. File Photo (August 2025) Police discovered the victim near this location and confirmed the fatal injury. No additional details have been released at this time. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Jackson Police Department at 601-960-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477). Callers may remain anonymous.
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Police searching for missing 15-year-old Jennavieve Brewer in Garland County
8Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
Arkansas

Police searching for missing 15-year-old Jennavieve Brewer in Garland County

GARLAND COUNTY, AR – The Garland County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating 15-year-old Jennavieve Brewer, who was last seen in the Springwood Road area. Jennavieve is described as having brown hair and brown eyes, standing 5 feet 3 inches tall, and weighing approximately 122 pounds with a slim build. She was last seen wearing Deadpool pajama pants and a coral-colored T-shirt. According to police, Jennavieve may have left her home in a gray 2025 Toyota RAV4 with Arkansas license plate BAN58X. She may be in the area of 3rd Street in Hot Springs, possibly staying with a friend, though no specific address is known. Her mother, Rebecca Ramirez, reported that Jennavieve left a note indicating possible self-harm. Anyone who has seen Jennavieve or the vehi...
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Woman arrested in fatal shooting on Ravensview Drive in Leon County
8Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
Florida

Woman arrested in fatal shooting on Ravensview Drive in Leon County

LEON COUNTY, FL – A woman has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Tuesday evening in the 500 block of Ravensview Drive. According to the Leon County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 5:30 p.m. on October 7, 2025, and found a deceased male victim with a gunshot wound at the residence. The suspect, 26-year-old Makayla Hooker, fled the scene but was later located and taken into custody. She has been arrested on a charge of first-degree murder. The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Leon County Sheriff’s Office at (850) 743-3025.
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15-year-old Timber Hanson reported missing in South Dakota
8Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
South Dakota

15-year-old Timber Hanson reported missing in South Dakota

FORT PIERRE, SD – Law enforcement officials in Stanley County are seeking the public’s help in locating 15-year-old Timber Hanson, who was last seen on October 7, 2025, at the Coffee Cup in Vivian, South Dakota. Authorities believe Timber may have been traveling east on I-90 and was possibly seen in Winner, South Dakota, around 3:30 p.m. the same day. She is described as: Name: Timber Hanson Age: 15 Sex: Female Eyes: Blue Hair: Black (dyed) Height: 5'5" Weight: 105 lbs Distinguishing features: Pierced ears, wears glasses Timber may be traveling in an orange 2001 Ford F-250 crew cab pickup with South Dakota license plate 58L-632. The truck has a black grille guard and a black toolbox on the back. Anyone with information is urged to contact their loc...
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Man arrested after Galveston County Organized Crime Task Force seizes cocaine, THC, Xanax, and marijuana
8Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
Texas

Man arrested after Galveston County Organized Crime Task Force seizes cocaine, THC, Xanax, and marijuana

TEXAS CITY, TX – The Galveston County Organized Crime Task Force executed a narcotics search warrant in the 100 block of 20th Avenue North on October 7, 2025, concluding a three-month investigation targeting 33-year-old Cory Devine. During the search, detectives seized: 285 grams of cocaine 13,083 grams of THC products 507 grams of Xanax 15 pounds of marijuana $10,852 in U.S. currency Devine was arrested and charged with: Delivery of a Controlled Substance in Penalty Group 1 (>200g, <400g) Delivery of a Controlled Substance in Penalty Group 3 (>400g) Possession of Marijuana (>5 lbs, ≤50 lbs) His bond was set at $750,000. The case remains under investigation. The Task Force thanked the Sheriff’s Office Crime Reduction Unit and Crime Scene Unit ...
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Murder suspect Roeland Williams turns himself in to Franklin County authorities
8Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
Mississippi

Murder suspect Roeland Williams turns himself in to Franklin County authorities

NATCHEZ, MS – Roeland Williams, the suspect in a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning in Franklin County, has turned himself in to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, according to the Adams County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities in Franklin County confirmed that Williams surrendered peacefully and is now in custody as the investigation continues. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten thanked the public and law enforcement partners for their cooperation throughout the search. “Your willingness to speak up and share information played a vital role in bringing this situation to a safe conclusion,” said Sheriff Patten. He also recognized the partnership of Sheriff Tom Tindle and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office. The Adams County Sheriff’s Office stated it will cont...
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Man dies following Carter Lake shooting, Omaha police launch homicide investigation
8Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
Nebraska

Man dies following Carter Lake shooting, Omaha police launch homicide investigation

OMAHA, NE – The Omaha Police Department has confirmed that 27-year-old Dequrae Murrel has died following a shooting at Carter Lake on October 5, 2025. Murrel succumbed to his injuries at the hospital on October 6. The OPD Homicide Unit is now leading the investigation. Police initially responded to two separate reports of shootings around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, one at 809 Carter Lake Shore Drive North in Levi Carter Park, and the other at Kelly’s Liquor on North 30th Street. Officers found a female victim with a life-threatening gunshot wound at the liquor store. Investigators determined she had been shot at Carter Lake. Medics transported her to the Nebraska Medical Center in extremely critical condition with CPR in progress. Additional victims with superficial wounds were also locat...
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Paxton launches undercover operations to target alleged “left-wing terror cells” in Texas
8Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
Texas, U.S.

Paxton launches undercover operations to target alleged “left-wing terror cells” in Texas

AUSTIN, TX – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced on October 7, 2025, the launch of undercover operations targeting alleged “leftist terror cells” across the state, citing recent acts of political violence and calling the current climate a national security threat. File Photo (September 2025) According to the Attorney General’s Office, the action follows a series of incidents, including a reported armed ambush on an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Alvarado, Texas, in July, and a shooting at another ICE location in Dallas in late September. Officials also referenced the recent killing of political commentator Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025, allegedly by a person described as a leftist extremist. Attorney General Paxton issued a statement claiming th...
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29-year-old woman killed in four-vehicle crash on State Route 12 in Boonville
7Oct By Houston StringerNo Comments
New York

29-year-old woman killed in four-vehicle crash on State Route 12 in Boonville

BOONVILLE, NY – A 29-year-old woman was killed Tuesday afternoon in a multi-vehicle crash on State Route 12 in the Town of Boonville, according to Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol. The crash occurred around 4:06 p.m. and involved four vehicles. An initial investigation determined that the woman was operating a 2011 Ford Taurus sedan southbound on Route 12 and had stopped to turn left into a residential driveway. While stopped, her vehicle was struck from behind by a 2024 Chevrolet pickup truck driven by Edward Wolf, 75, of Ohio, NY. The impact pushed the Ford Taurus into the northbound lane, where it collided with a Jeep Compass driven by Thomas Kristoff, 59, of Boonville. The Taurus was then struck on the passenger side by a 2011 Ford F-350 pickup truck towing a utility trail...
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