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Explosive Blaze Ravages Modesto’s Historic Franklin and Downs Building, Future Uncertain

Modesto, Calif. — A beloved landmark in downtown Modesto, the historic building that once housed the Franklin and Downs Funeral Homes, was severely damaged by fire early Tuesday morning. The blaze, which also included a reported explosion that sent the building’s roof into the front lawn, has left the structure, known locally as Colonial Chapel, likely beyond repair. The fire, reported at approximately 6:45 a.m. at the corner of 12th and G streets, saw emergency …

Three Suspects in Custody Following Brutal Assault on Juvenile in Franklin County

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Pa. – Authorities have apprehended suspects following a violent incident that left a juvenile severely injured in Franklin County. Waynesboro Police took 18-year-old Kendill Raleigh and two other juvenile suspects into custody after discovering a young victim stripped, beaten, and covered in blood on May 12. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office played a crucial role in the arrest of the suspects on May 20. Law enforcement responded to a report of an assault …

Tragic Franklin Shooting: Teen Suspect Thought Gun was Unloaded Before Deadly Incident

Franklin, Tennessee – In a tragic incident over the weekend, court documents revealed that a teenager suspected of a deadly shooting used what he believed to be an unloaded AR-15 style rifle in Franklin, Tennessee. The Franklin Police Department responded to a call about a shooting on Hanson Drive on Saturday, May 25. The 911 caller indicated that he was taking the victim, identified as Lily Basil, to the hospital after she sustained a gunshot …

17-Year-Old Fatally Shot in Milwaukee’s Franklin Heights Neighborhood

Milwaukee, Wisconsin – A tragic incident unfolded on Milwaukee’s north side late last night, where a 17-year-old individual lost their life in a fatal shooting near 28th Street and Concordia Avenue. Identified as Levaughn Morris, the victim’s untimely demise has left the community in shock. The Milwaukee Police Department has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting that occurred around 10:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Despite intensive inquiries, the authorities have yet to determine …