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Grenade Discovery in Hampton Bays Homeyard Safely Resolved, Police Urge Caution

HAMPTON BAYS, N.Y. — Police safely removed a grenade discovered in the backyard of a residential area in Hampton Bays on Tuesday morning, officials confirmed. The device found by a homeowner around 10:30 a.m. while cleaning their yard on Argonne Road East posed no threat of exploding. According to Sgt. Gina Laferrera of the Southampton police, upon receiving the alarming find, authorities responded swiftly to the scene, situated not far from Hampton Bays High School. …

Zero Leads in Tragic Shooting of 13-Year-Old Boy in Bessemer; Police Urge Public to Come Forward

BESSEMER, Ala. — In a quiet residential neighborhood of Bessemer, the tragic shooting death of 13-year-old Allen J. Thomas has left authorities scrambling for leads amidst a worrying silence from the community. The incident, which occurred earlier this year inside Thomas’s home on 13th Street North, has not yet yielded any tips according to local law enforcement and Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama. Bob Copus, executive director of Crime Stoppers, expressed concern over the apparent …

Indiana Waterfowl Outbreak: Bird Flu Confirmed as Cause in Multiple Counties, Officials Urge Caution for Hunters

Gibson County, Indiana – The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has identified bird flu as the culprit behind recent waterfowl deaths in Gibson County, with suspicions that the viral disease could be affecting bird populations across multiple counties in the state. This outbreak is impacting primarily snow geese and Canadian geese, along with other bird species including swans and mallards. The highly pathogenic avian influenza responsible for these deaths is also under investigation in Allen, …

Florida Officials Urge Compliance with ‘Move Over’ Law After Recent Tragic Road Ranger Deaths

Tallahassee, FL — Following two tragic incidents that resulted in the deaths of Road Rangers while on duty along Florida’s highways, state authorities are intensifying calls for adherence to the “Move Over” law. This regulation mandates that drivers either shift over one lane or decrease their speed significantly when approaching an active roadside scene involving first responders or disabled vehicles. The push for compliance comes in the wake of fatalities that have highlighted the perilous …

Valley Women Demand Justice in Mesa Dog Deaths, Urge Prosecutor to Reassess ‘Creative Writing’ Defense in Cruelty Case

MESA, Ariz. — In front of the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, a vocal group of seven women gathered, urging prosecutor Rachel Mitchell to pursue animal cruelty charges in a disturbing Mesa-based case. This plea comes despite earlier claims from the prosecutors of lacking sufficient evidence. Local law enforcement had uncovered a chilling journal documenting the abuse and killing of several dogs. The author of this journal, Brook Scalero, 42, was arrested on November 18 after …

Avian Flu Alert: New Jersey Wildlife Authorities Report Multiple Bird Deaths, Urge Caution Among Hunters

Trenton, NJ — Wildlife authorities in New Jersey are investigating multiple deaths of wild birds across the state, suspecting bird flu as the probable cause. Officials reported that several geese and hawks from various counties have tested presumptively positive for avian influenza. The concerned birds, including seven snow geese, two Canada geese, and two hawks, were found in Warren, Middlesex, Morris, and Sussex counties. Ongoing tests are confirming the initial suspicions, with more samples being …

Illinois Battles Avian Flu Outbreak Among Waterfowl; Authorities Urge Caution and Increased Biosecurity

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — As outbreaks of avian influenza prompt concerns across Illinois, state agencies are intensifying surveillance and public awareness efforts to prevent the spread of the virus, which has led to multiple waterfowl fatalities. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA), are closely monitoring the situation and issuing guidance to minimize health risks. First detected in local …

Cullman County Officials Urge Caution on Roads Amid Spike in Traffic Fatalities, Highlight Measures to Enhance Holiday Safety

CULLMAN, Ala. — Local authorities in Cullman County are intensifying their efforts to improve road safety following a series of fatal traffic-related incidents that took place within a short span from late November to early December. A recent news conference saw key figures such as District Attorney Champ Crocker, Sheriff Matt Gentry, and Police Chief Joey Duncan, along with Alabama Law Enforcement Agency troopers, addressing the urgent need for vigilance on the roads. The recent …

Perth Heatwave Leads to Tragic Snake Attacks on Pets; Experts Urge Caution and Training

Perth, Australia – As the southern hemisphere welcomes the onset of warmer days, a tragic trend is emerging in the suburbs of Perth where several dogs have fallen victim to snake bites. In one heart-wrenching incident, Charis Bee from Secret Harbour discovered the lifeless bodies of her two cavoodles alongside a deceased baby dugite snake in her backyard. The distressing scene unfolded on a Wednesday, prompting Bee to share a cautionary note on social media …

Staff Member Injured in Surprise Explosion at Grimsby School, Police Urge Public Caution

Grimsby, Canada – An explosion at a local school in Grimsby led to minor injuries for a female staff member and prompted authorities to place the school on lockdown, while nearby residents were urged to remain indoors. The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Central French Immersion Public School, following an explosion in an external garbage bin area. Niagara Regional Police swiftly responded to the explosion site, where they found the injured …