Click here for updates on this story ASHEVILLE, North Carolina (WLOS) — Mardi Gras is a month long celebration of parties, food and music. And many local students got a chance to do some celebrating of their own. Music teacher Laura Provine is teaching a Mardi Gras-themed music lesson for students in the PEP program.
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story DAVENPORT, Iowa (WQAD) — Over 20 volunteers spent Saturday morning dragging cedar trees out onto Crow Creek Wildlife Management Area’s frozen lake. Each plant was tied with wire into groups, then anchored down with cinderblocks. When the ice opens up and the trees sink this spring, they’ll fall
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story BETTENDORF, Iowa (WQAD) — Officials with Pleasant Valley Community School District say returning to 100 percent in person learning on Feb. 16 felt like the first day of school all over again. And at Monday night’s school board meeting, they hope to ease any concerns families might have,
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story PALMDALE, California (KCAL/KCBS) — The family of Gabriel Fernandez released butterflies nearly eight years after his death, caused by child abuse. Saturday would’ve been his 16th birthday. “He had the biggest smile,” said Olivia Rubio, his cousin. “This is the way we need to celebrate Gabriel. We feel
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story LADERA RANCH, California (KCAL/KCBS) — Every night, neighbors take shifts protecting a local family that has been harassed in what appears to be anti-Asian American attacks. Home security video shows teens running up to Haijun Si’s home in Ladera Ranch, pounding on the door and at times flashing
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story LIBERTY, NY (WABC) — A Sullivan County man was killed and his brother injured when a gender reveal device they were building exploded. It happened just before noon Sunday, with state police responding to a report of an explosion. Authorities say the investigation revealed that 28-year-old Christopher Pekny
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story AVON, CO (KCNC) — “When can I ski again?” is not the typical question you’d expect to hear from a patient just diagnosed with one of the most aggressive types of brain tumors, but that was exactly what was on the mind of 45-year-old Misty Gans. Gans, from
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story FORT COLLINS, CO (KCNC) — A ferret named “Elizabeth Ann” in Northern Colorado is the first endangered animal native to the United States to be cloned. Elizabeth Ann, a Black-Footed Ferret, is an identical twin to its twin sister, “Willa,” who died more than 30 years ago. The
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story TORONTO, Ontario (CTV News) — Transport Canada may consider temporarily banning certain Boeing 777s from Canadian airspace depending on what investigators uncover about an engine fire that forced a 777 to land shortly after takeoff from Denver over the weekend. The incident prompted Boeing to recommend grounding 777s
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story PLANO, TX (KTVT) — A Black teenager in Collin County was arrested for walking home on a street during the winter storm and spent one night jailed in jail. Now the misdemeanor charge against Rodney Reese has been dropped. It was on February 16 when Reese was followed
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story TORONTO, Ontario (CTV News) — Human traffickers are using transportation corridors to exploit more women and girls in Canada, a new report says. The report by The Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking, found that by continuously moving through cities and provinces sex traffickers keep their victims confused
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story SOUTHLAKE, TX (KTVT) — A Southlake man is warning people to watch over their pets over the next few days, after he had to rescue his dog from a frozen swimming pool. Rajat Sharma’s family was staying with neighbors after a pipe burst in their home. When they
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Click here for updates on this story NEWCASTLE, California (KOVR) — A devastating fire destroyed an animal sanctuary barn in Newcastle and killed every animal inside. Melyssa Descovich, the owner of The Enchanted Forest-Exotic Animal Sanctuary, said on Facebook that the flames tore through the barn at around 3:30 a.m. on Sunday. Descovich said the
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story CHICAGO (CBS) — (WBBM) — A nurse, pushed out in the middle of the pandemic months ago, said now her company is blocking her from getting benefits. The company said she’s still a full time employee. CBS 2’s Tara Molina is investigating the issue and how the facility
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story BOSTON, MA (WBZ) — It’s a service that’s become especially important during the pandemic: pet grief counseling. Kaleel Sakakeeny of Roslindale is an ordained animal chaplain and pet grief counselor, one of few in the country. In 2019, he founded “Animal Talks,” a local business that aims to
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story SAN FRANCISCO (KPIX) — San Francisco goes to great lengths to preserve its historic Victorian homes and, on Sunday, one of them took a journey. While it wasn’t a great length it was great entertainment. The Englander House is — or was — a 140-year-old Victorian mansion located
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story SAN RAFAEL, California (KPIX) — After suffering a stroke in January, an 87-year-old grandmother was placed in the care of the Smith Ranch Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in San Rafael. The family says she was abused and neglected during her two-week stay. Photos and video provided by
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story WATERFORD, Connecticut (WFSB) — Dozens of cats were taken from a Waterford home this past Thursday. The cats had to be removed from the residence due to the hoarding situation inside. Officials had originally captured/trapped thirty-six cats from the elderly couple’s care, with an additional seven that were
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story RACINE COUNTY, WI (WDJT) — A Florida man was found guilty in a decades old murder case from Racine County. Juanita Zdroik was shot and killed 21 years ago. A tip, from a witness, helped bring her family some peace. The victim’s son, and county sheriff, spoke publicly
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story HARTFORD, Connecticut (WFSB) — More than a dozen animatronic dinosaurs made their way into Hartford on Monday. The Connecticut Science Center welcomed parts of their new exhibit called “Dinosaurs Around the World.” Some of the dinosaurs needed a giant crane parked outside so the staff could then use
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — Thousands of Oregonians are still in the dark, and for many, they’ve been without power for more than a week. Those affected are demanding answers from Portland General Electric. There are still about 38,000 customers without power because of that historic winter storm. PGE’s
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story ATLANTA, GA (WGCL) — Killer Mike, a popular Atlanta rapper, songwriter, actor, and activist is pleading for an end to gun violence after someone shot up a barbershop he owns. Killer Mike, whose real name is Mike Render, posted to his Instagram page the shooting happened over the
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story KANSAS CITY, Kansas (KCTV/KSMO) — As districts start the process of returning to in-person learning, more teachers are asking for the COVID vaccine. Starting Monday, elementary students who have major connectivity issues, and those at-risk of not completing the grade level will be learning from the classrooms. It
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story MOBILE, Alabama (WALA) — The tragedy in the Happy Hills community is also impacting victims Tony and Leila Lewis’ neighbors. That horrific fire Wednesday night — spread to the house next door, which is also a total loss. Pearlie Howard, known to most as “Miss Pearl,” and her
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story CLINTON, IA (WQAD) — From the outside looking in, it’s hard to see what’s really going on. For the Clinton River Queens, that’s true. The Queens went through the ups and downs of the season without their star point guard, Elle Davis. “She’s got a really nice shot,”
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story MOBILE, Alabama (WALA) — For decades, Tony and Leila Lewis were fixtures in their community, touching so many people who showed their love outside of the couples home Saturday afternoon, leaving candles at their steps which now lead to an unrecognizable pile of ashes and memories. The husband
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story CHARLESTON, Arkansas (KFSM) — According to Franklin County Emergency Management (FCEM), the Arkansas National Guard will deliver a water hippo to Charleston sometime after 8:30 a.m. on Monday (Feb. 22) to help Mill Town/Washburn Public Water Authority (MTWPWA) customers who are in need of drinking water. The water
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story NEWCASTLE, CA (KCRA) — An animal sanctuary near Auburn is suffering a major loss. Dozens of its creatures died in an early morning barn fire Sunday. “I saw that it was 3:30 in the morning … so I held my breath when I answered the phone,” said Melyssa
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story DUNKIRK, MD (WBAL) — Many people have taken up new hobbies during the coronavirus pandemic, but how about looking for lost treasure? Two Maryland men who call themselves amateur relic hunters are using old maps and good instinct to do just that. In backcountry parts of southern Anne
Continue Reading Click here for updates on this story JACKSON, MS (WAPT) — During the winter storm and water crisis, many people have stepped in and helped out, including two sisters who helped feed hot meals to over 1,000 people in need. Valerie and Sharon Brown, with the help of their brother, Chef David Brown, packed hot
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