The National Weather Service issued an air quality alert for several areas in Southern California. This alert covers the Orange County Coast, Orange County, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys, Riverside County Mountains, and San Gorgonio Pass Near Banning. It is in effect until Sunday, Dece
A troubling incident at Macy's Herald Square has raised questions about New York's mental health system. A woman, recently released from a psychiatric facility, allegedly stabbed a tourist while she was changing her baby in a bathroom. The attacker, Kerri Aherne, claimed voices in her head told her
A woman was hurt in a sudden attack at Macy's in Manhattan. The incident happened in the bathroom while she was changing her baby's diaper. The suspect, Kerri Aherne, was recently released from a psychiatric hospital. Aherne, 43, was arrested and will stay in jail without bail. She told police that
Captain Brandon Barclay, the top sheriff in Santa Clarita Valley, recently spoke to local business owners about crime rates and safety tips. He shared that overall crime has dropped by 19%, but violent crime has gone up by 9%. This increase is partly due to a gang in Newhall that the sheriff's depar
Salt Lake City has seen a drop in crime rates, hitting an eight-year low. This improvement comes after new policing strategies were put into place earlier this year. As of now, there have been over 11, 500 reported crimes, which is a 4. 6% decrease from the same time last year and an 11. 5% decrease
Billings residents are keeping an eye on the skies as winter weather looms. The forecast hints at a mix of freezing rain and snowfall, which could make travel tricky. This isn't just about shoveling snow; it's about staying safe on slippery roads and sidewalks. The city has seen its share of winter
Crime fighting has always been a tough job. But now, with new technology, it's getting a major upgrade. In DeKalb County, they're using high-tech tools to stay ahead of criminals. This isn't just about catching bad guys after the fact. It's about stopping crime before it even happens. People often
Queens is gearing up for a snowy weekend, with forecasts predicting 5-7 inches of snow. City officials recently shared their winter preparedness plans at a meeting in Borough President Donovan Richards' office. Antonio Whitaker, assistant director of the Bureau of Community Affairs at the NYC Depart
A recent snowstorm left its mark on Portage, causing more than just slippery roads. The city got 9 inches of snow, which meant a lot of work for the snowplows. They had to drive 2, 800 miles to clear the streets. One big problem was cars parked on the streets. The city has a rule: when 2 or more in
New York City is seeing some of the lowest crime rates in years. Shootings, murders, and even retail theft are all down. This is great news for the city and its residents. But the question is, can the next mayor keep this trend going? The city's subway system is now safer than it has been in a long
