In Eagle River, Alaska, a debate is brewing about what truly represents conservative values. At the heart of this discussion are strong schools, safe communities, and fiscal discipline. These are not just buzzwords; they are the foundation of a thriving society. However, recent political actions have raised questions about whether these values are being upheld. Duri...
San Diego has been making waves with its use of technology to keep people safe. The city has teamed up with local businesses and neighborhoods to use something called Flock License Plate Readers, or LPRs. These gadgets have been a game-changer, helping to solve 600 criminal cases, find missing kids, and recover stolen items worth $5. 8 million. Last year alone, these...
In Glenwood, a man was shot outside his home on Sycamore Lane. The incident happened around 4 p. m. when several people got out of a car and started shooting. The victim was taken to a medical facility for treatment. Meanwhile, in Homewood, a man with a gun demanded $300 from a gas station clerk. Devon Smallwood, 35, was arrested and charged with armed robbery and un...
Cristina Rojas, a new U. S. citizen, has hit pause on her bakery in Charlotte. The Batchmaker is temporarily closed, not because of a lack of customers, but because of fear. Rojas became a citizen just this year, but that hasn't stopped her from feeling the chill of the current immigration climate. Rojas isn't just worried about her business. She's worried about her...
Bulwell Forest Golf Club in Nottingham is under siege. Bike gangs have been terrorizing the place for years, but things have taken a dark turn. A golfer was left paralyzed after a brutal attack. The club manager himself was threatened with a machete. Just last month, the course had to shut down for a day because of the damage caused by these bikers. The police have ...
In Newberry County, Sheriff Lee Foster made a call that sparked debate. He chose to set off tornado sirens on a stormy Saturday night, even though the National Weather Service hadn't issued a tornado warning. This decision came after heavy rain and hail hit the area around 6 p. m. Judy Wicker was caught outside during the storm, feeding her baby goats. She described...
Richmond's tobacco shops are facing a tough time lately. Crime rates are going up in these stores. This is not good news for the shop owners or the community. The main issue is theft. Shops are losing money because of this. Some shops have even been broken into. This is a big problem for small businesses. They can't afford to lose money like this. But it's not just...
A Halloween party in North Carolina took a tragic turn when gunfire erupted, leaving two people dead and several others hurt. The incident happened early Saturday morning in a rural area near Maxton, a small town in Robeson County. Over 300 people were at the party, which ranged in age from young kids to adults in their 50s. The trouble started when two groups at th...
In the Meadowview neighborhood, Halloween turned into a mix of fear and fun. Just a day after a man was shot and killed right outside the community center, kids were laughing and playing inside. The center turned into a spooky haunted house, with witches and monsters around every corner. After the scares, the little ones headed to a table full of Halloween treats. T...
In Brookline, a plan to install Flock license plate readers has sparked a debate. The cameras, funded by Chestnut Hill Realty, are meant to deter package and retail theft. But, the ACLU of Massachusetts sees a bigger problem. They say these cameras could be used to track people's movements far and wide. The cameras will be placed along Independence Drive. They will ...