BERRY, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) - A miner was found unresponsive underground at an active mine in Alabama and later died after being brought to the surface, officials said.Justin Calloway, 24, was working in the Warrior Met Coal mine on Highway 69 North in Berry on July 1 when a machinery accident o...
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BERRY, Ala. (WBRC/Gray News) - A miner was found unresponsive underground at an active mine in Alabama and later died after being brought to the surface, officials said.Justin Calloway, 24, was working in the Warrior Met Coal mine on Highway 69 North in Berry on July 1 when a machinery accident o...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo police are warning residents about the dangers of celebratory gunfire and drunk driving as Fourth of July celebrations get underway Saturday, July 4.Gunfire warningAuthorities say stray bullets from celebratory gunfire can be fatal. Police are urging the public not to...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Two free Independence Day celebrations are taking place in Laredo Saturday, July 4, with both events open to the public.Independence Hills ParkThe City of Laredo is hosting an event at Independence Hills Park that includes an open pool and live music. The celebration starts ...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Hundreds of veterans and civilians took part in the Freedom Ruck March on Saturday, July 4, a four-mile march through Laredo organized to honor the nation’s military.The event was hosted by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9194 and began at 8 a.m. at Peg Energy Stadium. It was ...
HOUSTON (AP) — Azzedine Ounahi scored twice to lead Morocco to a 3-0 win over Canada in the World Cup round of 16 Saturday to make the country the first African nation to reach the quarterfinals more than once.It’s Morocco’s second straight appearance in the quarterfinals after becoming the first...
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG/Gray News) - Authorities suspended the search for an 11-year-old girl days after she disappeared while out on Lake Erie with a neighbor. That neighbor now faces criminal charges.Toledo Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said Friday evening that crews have exhausted all resources in t...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV/Gray News) - The skydiving plane that crashed shortly after takeoff in Missouri, killing all 11 passengers and a pilot on board, was about to perform its third jump flight of the day.A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board detailed that the plane ...
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT/Gray News) - The 4-year-old at the center of a days-long search in South Carolina is dead, the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office believes.“It’s the outcome we all feared and sadly the outcome we must face,” Aiken County Sheriff Marty Sawyer said during a Saturday press conferen...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A 17-year-old is recovering after a kitchen fire sparked by an unattended stove sent them to the hospital on Friday, July 3.The Laredo Fire Department responded to an apartment in the 3800 block of Casa Blanca Lake Road around 10 p.m. and ruled the fire accidental.Teen treat...
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Lionel Messi wiped the sweat from his forehead and breathed a sigh of relief. His Argentina teammates did the same.A thrilling, unforgettable World Cup match with underdog Cape Verde was over — and the defending champions survived after being pushed to the brink.Cape Ve...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The plan for Colombia against Ghana on Friday night probably did not involve making a substitution just minutes into the match.That plan also went by the wayside when Jhon Córdoba appeared to hurt his groin.Forced into making a rare early move, Colombia coach Néstor Lorenz...
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — No matter what Mohamed Salah decides about his future with Egyptian soccer — more World Cups or not — the star striker can say he was the captain for the country’s first victory in the knockout round.Hossam Abdelmaguid scored the deciding goal in a shootout, and Egypt won ...
(InvestigateTV) — Firetruck orders backlogged across the country – a problem Brendan Keefe finds is costing taxpayers and potentially lives. Built by hand and often built to order. Now some fire chiefs say tradition may be slowing down the response.A national firetruck shortageCities and counties...
(Gray News) - AAA is offering free rides and tows to impaired drivers this Fourth of July weekend through a program called Tow to Go.The program aims to discourage drunk driving during the holiday. It is available to both AAA members and non-members as a last resort, running from Friday at 6 p.m....
LAKE GENEVA, Wis. (WMTV/Gray News) – Three children died after a boat capsized on Geneva Lake Friday afternoon, police said. Police said 10 people, including four children, were on a privately owned boat when a sudden and severe storm moved across the area, creating hazardous boating conditions. ...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - It was another victory for the Laredo Heat as they top Lonestar SC Thursday night, winning 4-1. With that win they lock up a playoff spot in the USL2 South and continue to move up the leagues power rankings.For more headlines, click here.
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Boys and Girls Club of Laredo was the host site of the annual basketball all star games on Thursday night. A couple dozen high school seniors got one more chance to lace up their shoes, play with friends and for many finish their careers on the same court where they star...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) reports 44 children across Texas have died in water-related incidents in 2026. Four of those cases were reported in South Texas, including one in Webb County.With Fourth of July weekend bringing families to backya...
SAN ANTONIO, Texas (Gray News) - Deputies in Texas are reminding the community not to leave children or pets inside vehicles after a 4-month-old baby was reportedly locked in a car.Bexar County deputies said they found a 4-month-old baby locked inside a vehicle with the windows up. The responding...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - A four-day summer STEM camp in Laredo is giving children ages 9 to 12 hands-on experience in coding, 3D printing and drone flying — skills organizers say could point them toward engineering careers.The annual Mission Antares Summer STEM Camp is organized by Texas A&M Interna...
LAKE MATTOON, Ill. (WIFR/Gray News) - Illinois State Police arrested two suspects as part of a death investigation after human remains were found in Lake Mattoon.James Adams, 26, and Robin Turner, 62, were charged with concealment of a homicide and dismembering a human body.On June 28, boaters fo...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Mayor Dr. Victor Treviño announced he is running for a second term, making the announcement at his South Laredo medical clinic.Treviño said his priorities include continuing work on public safety, expanding health care and improving the city’s infrastructure.Among his health...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Around 500 fans are being distributed to Laredo and Webb County families following donations from H-E-B and Walmart.The fans were given to the Salvation Army, which is distributing them to families in need. Two hundred fans were handed out Thursday, with the remaining units ...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Laredo Airport Advisory Board is exploring an aviation training program to address a shortage of flight instruction and aircraft mechanics in the city.The board discussed the proposal at its monthly meeting Wednesday, June 24, and is attempting to partner with Laredo Col...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Dozens of fireworks stands have set up along Highway 359 ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, though fireworks remain prohibited for sale or use within Laredo city limits.An employee at Mr. W Fireworks said customer traffic has been lower than usual but expects an increase a...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Webb County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in a major theft investigation after a ranch property along U.S. 83 near the Lost Botines area was burglarized.Authorities said a 2020 John Deere tractor, furniture, appliances, artwork, and other valuables wer...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - With Fourth of July celebrations approaching, animal welfare advocates are urging pet owners to take precautions to keep their animals safe from fireworks, heat and cookout hazards.Veterinarian and Laredo Pet Vet owner Dr. Rebecca Rodriguez said preparation should start by e...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - The Tecos de los Dos Laredos only went 1-2 on the road this week but return back home to welcome Sultanes de Monterrey.The Teco’s will welcome their big Fourth of July firework show on Saturday, as they try to beat one of the leagues top teams.The series schedule is:Friday, ...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Water pressure has been restored across Laredo following repairs to a 36-inch water transmission line, the City of Laredo said July 3.As of 10:45 a.m., city utilities reported good water pressure throughout the service area. Officials verified with the 311 call center, which...
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. (CNN/Gray News) — Newly released body camera video from Florida authorities shows deputies responding to an alligator attack that killed a woman.The victim, identified as 31-year-old Brittany Clark of Orlando, was in about 3 feet of water when an alligator attacked her, the ...
NORTH LAUDERDALE, Fla. (Gray News) - A 62-year-old man died after being shot by a woman following an argument over a Walmart parking space in Florida, according to authorities.The Broward Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting a shooting in the parking lot of a Florida Walmart, a press releas...
AIKEN, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT/Gray News) - The search for a missing 4-year-old has entered its third day, and the child’s father said people were “snooping” around the house.Since Javeayah Kemauni Harris was reported missing Tuesday night from her home in Aiken, South Carolina, authorities said they hav...
ALLIANCE, Neb. (KNOP/Gray News) - A mother in Nebraska is accused of killing a 9-month-old after holding a blanket over the child’s head.Alyssa Parkins faces four charges, including intentional child abuse resulting in death and strangulation resulting in death.According to the Box Butte County S...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Today marks the first Friday of the month — and that means it’s time for CaminArte.This monthly event transforms downtown Laredo into a vibrant, open-air art exhibit, and this month is no exception.Jorge Santana of the Laredo Cultural District stopped by the studio to help p...
GILBERT, Ariz. (KPHO/Gray News) - A toddler in Arizona was discovered to be alive in the morgue of a hospital after being pronounced dead by a doctor hours earlier. The 18-month-old was pulled from a backyard swimming pool during a Super Bowl party around 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 8.According to the poli...
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Laredo Animal Care Services (LACS) is reminding pet owners to take precautions to keep their animals safe during Fourth of July fireworks celebrations.The agency recommends bringing pets inside before fireworks begin and keeping doors and windows securely closed.Owners are a...
(Gray News) — Fireworks sold nationwide are being recalled just ahead of the Fourth of July holiday for risk of explosion and burn hazards.According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the recall was issued Thursday and involves two products from Winco Fireworks International.T...
(InvestigateTV) — Student loans are the second largest type of household debt after mortgages, totaling nearly $1.7 trillion nationally, according to a new WalletHub analysis.That figure works out to roughly $39,600 per borrower, said Chip Lupo, a writer and analyst at WalletHub.WalletHub compare...
OLYMPIA, Wash. (KPHO/Gray News) — A child reported missing in Arizona in May has been found at a homeless encampment in Washington state, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.On June 18, U.S. Marshals received information from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children that the girl...
(Aging Untold) — On this episode of Aging Untold, more couples are juggling double-duty caregiving, supporting both sides of the family at once. We share ways to prioritize and build a plan that works. Plus, extreme heat can turn dangerous fast for older adults — even indoors — and we’ll share th...
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