Dodge Archives

Close Call in the City: Mother and Children Dodge Dangerous Manhole Explosion

NEW YORK — A sudden underground explosion in Manhattan nearly caused tragedy on a bustling city street, as a manhole cover was launched into the air, narrowly missing a woman and her children. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday morning, left residents and passersby shaken. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion, suspected to be linked to an accumulation of gases in the city’s aging sewer systems. This event raises concerns about the condition …

Fort Dodge Survivor Shares Harrowing Journey of Resilience and Recovery at Candlelight Vigil for Domestic Violence Awareness

Fort Dodge, IA — In a heartfelt testimony during a candlelight vigil held by the Domestic Sexual Assault Outreach Center (DSAOC), a battered survivor, Sherri Westbrook of Webster City, recounted the harrowing escape from a violent encounter that nearly cost her life. In 2020, Westbrook faced a life-threatening confrontation with a deranged partner that led to an emergency intervention by SWAT officers. The event in Fort Dodge brought together dozens from the community, including Westbrook, …

Pregnancy Claim Helps Woman Dodge Jail Time After Glass Assault Incident

Hull, England – A court in Hull has decided not to imprison a woman accused of a serious assault involving a glass, citing her advanced stage of pregnancy as a significant factor in its ruling. The woman, who allegedly attacked another patron in a local bar, has sparked a debate over the intersection of justice and maternal health in legal consequences. In this complex case, the defendant, whose identity has been protected due to legal …