Memphis Police are on the lookout for a suspect involved in a drive-thru shooting incident last month on Winchester Road. In the early hours of October 24, officers were called to the scene of the shooting, as reported by Action News 5 . The suspect, driving a white Nissan Altima, reportedly pulled in front of the victim’s vehicle and discharged several shots before fleeing. A detailed description of the suspect’s vehicle has been released: it’s a white Nissan Altima with noticeable tinted windows and distinctive front driver-side black rims. The car possibly has damage on the rear driver-side quarter panel...

The Hawaiian real estate market is being targeted by scammers, warns the state’s Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA). Perpetrators are distributing counterfeit letters, posing as government agencies, to attract real estate investors into bogus deals. The scheme involves creating fraudulent investment opportunities that appear to be backed by official entities but are, in fact, designed to swindle funds from unwitting victims. The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs has identified an instance of such deception, where scammers used letterhead bearing the state seal to wrongly pass off as the “Hawaii Real Estate Department and Agencies.” Individuals are being...

Fitch Ratings has reaffirmed Queen Creek’s AA+ bond rating as the town plans to issue an excise tax bond for key infrastructure projects. This move allows the town to fund transportation and public safety improvements without raising taxes on residents, reflecting the town’s strong financial health. Meeting last Wednesday, the Town Council passed Resolution No. 1616-24 unanimously, setting in motion Queen Creek’s plan to issue an excise tax bond amounting to $75 million. Scott McCarty, the Deputy Town Manager and Chief Financial Officer stressed the importance of the bond rating in curbing interest costs. McCarty explained, “These rating affirmations are...

In a recent turn of events, rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine, born Daniel Hernandez, is facing a 45-day prison sentence due to multiple probation violations. Judge Paul A. Engelmayer of Manhattan, who administered Tekashi 6ix9ine’s two-year sentence five years prior for his involvement with the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods, found the rapper’s recent conduct indicative of disregard for judicial system protocols, as reported by NBC New York . Despite the rapper’s requests for leniency in which he expressed his regret, stating he was “very sorry” and admitting “I let myself down. I let my family down,” Engelmayer remained resolute in the enforcement...

A tragic blaze engulfed a Woodstock apartment complex late Tuesday night, leading to the death of one man and injuries to two others, as well as uprooting over 30 residents from their homes, according to the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District. The fire was reported around 10:13 p.m. at the structure located on the 700 block of St. John’s Road. Firefighting teams faced a challenging scene with heavy flames visible from the two-story complex upon arrival. The intense inferno had surged into the attic, wreaking havoc across 12 of the 24 apartment units. As a result of an intense struggle against the...

George Bell, a 72-year-old former pastor from Anchor Baptist Church in Columbus, was arraigned in Franklin County Common Pleas Court this past Tuesday. Facing serious accusations, Bell pleaded not guilty to six felony counts, including four instances of rape and two of gross sexual imposition involving a juvenile reported to be under the age of 10. The indictment alleges that the offenses took place over three years, from 2021 to June 2024. As confirmed by authorities, these charges do not involve a member of Bell’s congregation. Despite the serious nature of these charges, the court set a $20,000 recognizance bond....

Over a million children in North Carolina have something to smile about after the state’s Department of Health and Human Services distributed more than $129 million in food assistance over the summer. This financial aid was part of the SUN Bucks program, a new initiative aimed at children who otherwise might go without adequate nutrition when school is out. The SUN Bucks program came to life thanks to a collaboration between the USDA and local state departments, providing families with $120 per child to buy groceries, according to a statement from Governor Roy Cooper’s office . Food insecurity is a...

Residents of Charlotte County can mark their calendars for an upcoming meeting that could impact local utility services and projects. The Charlotte County Commission is set to hold its utilities quarterly update on Tuesday, at 1 p.m., ensuring updates on several key issues concerning the community will be addressed. Interested parties should plan to attend the meeting in Room 119 of the Charlotte County Administration Center, located at 18500 Murdock Circle in Port Charlotte, FL. According to an announcement posted on the Charlotte County’s official website , the agenda includes discussions on the fiscal state of the utilities department, an...

If you’re eager to dish with local law enforcement over a hot brew, mark your calendar for Eden Prairie’s next Coffee with a Cop session. On Tuesday, Nov. 19, locals will have the opportunity to mingle with Police Chief Matt Sackett and other officers from the area. The casual meet-up is slated for 9:30–10:30 a.m. at the Starbucks inside the Target at Eden Prairie Center, with the perk of complimentary coffee, tea, and treats on the house. According to the Eden Prairie Police Department blog , this Coffee with a Cop event is strictly informal—no formal agenda, no presentations, just...

Authorities in Atlanta are seeking assistance in finding two men involved in separate armed robberies at gas stations in the metro area. In the first incident, a woman was robbed early in the morning on November 2 at a BP gas station on the 300 block of 14th Street NW, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta . According to the Atlanta Police Department, the woman, dealing with a flat tire, was approached by men ostensibly offering help, only to be held up at gunpoint for her possessions. The suspects, both described as Black males wearing ski masks and distinct athletic...