MARION, Ill. (DDN) – On Wednesday morning, state police are investigating a collision involving two vehicles that resulted in the death of one individual in Marion. According to the Marion Police Department, its dispatch received a report at 7:08 a.m. on January 15 regarding a collision involving two vehicles that occurred close to the intersection of...
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Two Carjacking Victims Involved in Shooting Incident at Trader’s Point; One Suspect Dead, One Fleeing
INDIANAPOLIS (DDN) – A carjacking suspect died in a shooting at Trader’s Point shopping center on Wednesday morning. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department reported that around 5:40 a.m., officers responded to a report of a person shot in the 5700 block of 86th Street. As police were on their approach, another 911 call alerted them...
Confirmed – Get Your $1,900 Social Security Payment This Wednesday, January 22nd: Here’s What You Must Know
DDN – The Social Security Administration pays out almost 73 million benefits per month to program participants, the vast majority of whom are retired. The government agency also provides financial protection to disabled people and survivors of deceased workers. The SSA’s mission is to provide financial stability to all beneficiaries of the retirement, survivor, and...
STEP INTO THE WILD: 8 Hidden State Parks in Florida That Showcase Nature’s Best-kept Secrets
DDN – Florida is celebrated for its sunny beaches and world-renowned attractions, but beyond the bustling tourist hubs lies a treasure trove of hidden natural wonders. The state’s lesser-known parks offer serene landscapes, unique ecosystems, and unforgettable adventures. From cascading waterfalls and mysterious disappearing rivers to enchanting gardens and rare wildlife, these hidden gems are...
Minor Injuries Reported in Carteret County School Bus Crash; Driver Accused of Dangerous Driving
BEAUFORT, N.C.(DDN) – A Carteret County School bus transporting multiple disabled children was involved in a single motor vehicle accident on Tuesday morning. Four youngsters, the driver, and an adult bus monitor were transported to the hospital with minor injuries. Carteret County deputies, the Beaufort Police Department, the North Carolina Highway Patrol, and EMS are...
Five Dead in Ohio Crash: Drivers’ Marijuana and Alcohol Levels Exceeded Legal Limits by Wide Margins
CLERMONT COUNTY, Ohio (DDN) – The toxicology tests have been appended to the crash report for the October crash that killed five persons. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Matthew Penny, 25, is the motorist who caused the fatal incident at the intersection of State Route 28 and Edenton Pleasant Plain Road. A toxicology...
Police Captain Charged With Drunk Driving in Christmas Day SUV Crash; Wife and Father-in-law Face Charges for Alleged Cover-up
CICERO, Ind.(DDN) – A Hamilton County police captain has been charged with drunk driving following a hit-and-run crash involving his police SUV on Christmas. His wife and father-in-law have also been charged. Captain Edwin Hodson of the Cicero Police Department was placed on administrative leave last month following claims that he crashed his squad car...
Ambulance and Two School Buses Collide in Southwest Michigan, Leaving Paramedics Seriously Injured
BENTON HARBOR, MI (DDN) – An ambulance and two school buses collided in Southwest Michigan, resulting in serious injuries to paramedics, according to authorities. It occurred around 1:30 p.m. According to the Berrien County Sheriff’s Office, the incident occurred Wednesday, January 15, on M-139 near East Empire Avenue. A Medic 1 ambulance was responding with...
Pregnant Woman Shot at Rowlett Apartment Complex, Investigation Underway With No Suspect in Custody
ROWLETT (DDN) – According to the Rowlett police department, a pregnant woman was shot at an apartment complex where she was staying on Wednesday. In the vicinity of the George Bush Turnpike, the Harmony Luxury Apartments, which are located on Harmony Lane, received the call around 5:40 p.m. It was said by a spokeswoman for the...
Detroit Police Officer Injured After Suspect Drives Off During Traffic Stop, Shots Fired in Self-Defense
DETROIT (DDN) – An officer from the Detroit Police Department was dragged by the suspect’s vehicle on Wednesday night after a traffic stop turned into a violent incident. According to the report from the Denver Police Department, the officer who had been sitting on the passenger side of the vehicle fired a shot at the subject....