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A U.S. Army soldier from North Carolina has been arrested in connection with the murder of his pregnant girlfriend, whose body was found months after she disappeared. Tyrique Zavier Leroy Williams, 26, is facing charges of first-degree…

A Kentucky man who fatally shot his 12-year-old daughter after sending a disturbing message to her mother has been sentenced to life in prison. Stacy Collins, 50, pleaded guilty in March 2025 to the kidnapping and murder of his daughter,…

A Utah mother of three is facing nine felony charges, including first-degree murder, in connection with the alleged killing of her husband, who authorities say had recently discovered her extramarital affair. Jennifer Gledhill is accused of…

After years of soaring home prices, Phoenix’s housing market is beginning to show signs of change. According to a Washington Post analysis of home value data from Intercontinental Exchange’s mortgage technology division, while national home…

Social Security has long served as the cornerstone of retirement income for millions of Americans. Originally designed to supplement personal savings and employer pensions, it has increasingly become a primary source of retirement income…

A 19-year-old Michigan man has been sentenced to eight months in federal prison after pleading guilty to making a bomb threat that disrupted a Carnival Cruise Line voyage. Joshua Darrell Lowe admitted to sending a false email warning about…

The sudden death of 18-year-old Fall River native Jessie Martins has left her family, friends, and the community in shock and mourning. But even in the face of unimaginable grief, Jessie’s family is determined to turn their heartbreak into…

In the blink of an eye, two officers’ quick actions helped save a life in Fairhaven on the night of April 15, 2025. What could have been a tragic accident instead became a story of courage and community, as an off-duty officer and a retired…

Rodrigo Souza, a 37-year-old Brazilian national, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after being convicted of trafficking firearms from South Carolina to Massachusetts. This conviction sheds light on the ongoing issue of…

In a case that has rocked the New Bedford community, 31-year-old Jonovan Gonzalez has been convicted in Fall River Superior Court of murder and several firearm-related charges. The conviction comes after the tragic death of a 41-year-old…

A newly released audit by the Massachusetts State Auditor’s office is raising some serious questions about how the Fall River Line Pier, Inc. (FRLP) has been managing its finances. The audit, which covers a three-year period from January…

A tense and frightening moment unfolded on Route 6 when a Fairhaven man was accused of pointing a gun at another driver and passenger during what police believe was a road rage incident. The suspect, 28-year-old Dillan Flores, was arrested…

Massachusetts retailers are sounding the alarm as police investigate a series of bold thefts that have hit stores across the state, with suspects accused of stealing thousands of dollars in merchandise. From high-end fashion to everyday…

When Desiree Fortini-Craft scratched off her lottery ticket and saw the winning numbers, she didn’t think about luxury vacations or flashy cars. Her first thought was of her daughters.…

There was a special kind of energy in the room at B.M.C. Durfee High School this week — a mix of excitement, pride, and hope. Students, school leaders, and community officials gathered to celebrate something that’s changing lives across the…

A New Bedford man accused of exposing himself to students outside a private school has been released without bail — a decision that’s raising eyebrows in the community as more unsettling details come to light. The man, 34-year-old Jeremiah…

New York Attorney General Letitia James is facing accusations from the Trump administration after a federal agency referred her for potential criminal prosecution regarding alleged mortgage fraud. The allegations are tied…

Cody James Denewith, 27, has been sentenced to over 27 years in prison after he shot and killed his coworker, Nathan Dean Anderson, 25, at Dave’s Killer Bread in 2024. Denewith's actions were driven by his belief that…

A 23-year-old woman from Georgia, Faduma Mohamed, was arrested on April 14 after allegedly leading authorities on a high-speed chase that ended with a fatal crash. The incident occurred on Interstate 20 and ended…

Kala Hall, a mother from Nevada, was horrified when she arrived at a local child care center on March 20 to pick up her 9-year-old son, Kody. Upon her arrival, Hall discovered her son with his hands bound behind his back,…

Andrew Alvarado, 34, a member of the notorious "Murder Squad" in California, has pleaded guilty to his involvement in a series of brutal killings. The group, which operated in Salinas, was responsible for at least 11 murders between 2015…

Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Gossip Girl, has passed away at the age of 39. The cause of death was confirmed by the New York City Office of the Chief Medical Examiner as complications from…

Nora Aunor, one of the most celebrated stars in Philippine cinema, has passed away at the age of 71. The news was confirmed through social media posts by her children. Although details surrounding her death, including the cause and…

The shocking incident happened just before midnight at Apple Cinemas, inside the Warwick Mall. According to police, the trouble started inside the theater when a group of teens, ages 14 to 16, were reportedly being disruptive during a…

What started as a calm evening on the water took a sudden turn when a man found himself clinging to a piece of debris in Cook Pond Wednesday night — and thanks to a swift response by Fall River firefighters, what could have been a tragedy…

The city of New Bedford is grieving the loss of a man whose life touched many through his music, friendship, and quiet but steady support for others. Anthony Moniz, 62, was killed Wednesday morning in a tragic highway crash on Interstate…

In a dramatic change to how the state supports its most vulnerable families, Massachusetts is cutting its emergency shelter budget by over 60%. State officials say the move comes as fewer families are entering shelters and new policies are…

A fatal crash on Interstate 195 in Dartmouth has left a local family and community in mourning. Massachusetts State Police have confirmed that 62-year-old Anthony Moniz of New Bedford was the man killed in a multi-vehicle collision late…

In an odd and growing trend, people in Massachusetts and Rhode Island are finding themselves in trouble after allegedly keying or vandalizing Teslas—often without realizing the car is recording them the entire time. Teslas come equipped…

Teachers in Fall River are heading back to the classroom — but this time, they're the ones doing the learning. In a push to better connect with students and families who speak Spanish at home, Fall River Public Schools has started offering…