Concord, NC witnessed the destruction of a one-story home early Friday morning as a fire ravaged a residence on Grand Canyon Road NW. According to a report by QC News , the fire broke out around 5:48 a.m. and prompted a response from multiple fire companies. The flames were brought under control in approximately 19 minutes, with no immediate information available regarding any injuries. The Concord Fire Department arrived to find heavy smoke and fire coming from the one-story home, as reported on the City of Concord NC Fire Department’s Facebook page . This account detailed the participation of Engine...

The City of Apache Junction is seeking developers for a new project in its downtown district. A request for proposal has been released for a 10-acre site, which the city acquired earlier this year. The site is available for purchase or ground lease for commercial development. More information about the request for proposal can be found on the City of Apache’s website. The 10-acre site in Apache Junction offers several advantages for developers, including 900 linear feet of frontage along SR-88 (Idaho Road) and its designation as an “Opportunity Zone,” which could benefit investment. The City of Apache also provides...

This Veterans Day, the sound of honor will ring across Washington’s waters as state ferries plan a synchronized whistle salute to US service members. According to the Washington State Department of Transportation , at 11:11 a.m. on November 11, all operating vessels of the Washington State Ferries (WSF) system will blow their whistles, paying homage to the men and women who have served their country in the armed forces. Each vessel on duty that day will proudly fly either the Merchant Marine flag or the ensign of one of the six military branches – whether it be the Army, Marine...

A man suspected of involvement in a shooting on the Upper West Side that led subway riders to take cover has been detained, authorities announced. According to NBC New York , a 47-year-old man was hit by gunfire near West 69th Street and Columbus Avenue around 9:15 a.m. yesterday and has been hospitalized and is expected to recover. Eduardo Diaz, a 42-year-old individual, has been named as the suspect in custody and, as per CBS News , faces charges including attempted murder, assault, and weapon possession. Diaz, who had been an employee of the victim before exiting the position approximately...

To support those who’ve served the nation, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, along with Lt. Governor Jon Husted, has called upon employers to extend job opportunities to veterans throughout the state this November, designating it as Hire-A-Veteran Month, an initiative that underscores the value veterans bring to the civilian workforce. According to a news release from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services , Governor DeWine emphasized the level of dedication and commitment veterans can contribute to businesses, stating, “Our Ohio veterans have selflessly served our state and nation to protect our freedoms and keep us safe, and they bring that...

In a disturbing incident reported yesterday, a man was arrested for an alleged hatchet attack in the 3400 block of Burnham Drive. According to Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office , deputies responded to a 911 call from a concerned neighbor who warned of a potential gun-related disturbance on Wednesday evening. Upon arrival, deputies encountered a bloody scene with 35-year-old Bradley Lindsey arrested at the spot. Covered in blood, the suspect was apprehended after he attacked a 61-year-old male with a hatchet, who necessitated medical care for serious injuries. The neighbor had made a prompt 911 call after Lindsey ominously suggested to...

A 38-year-old man, Alexae Kamron Johnson, has been charged with first-degree retail fraud and placing an explosive device with intent to alarm, after an incident involving a noxious gas at a Fruitport Township Meijer store in September. WOODTV reported that the accused was already in Muskegon County Jail on unrelated charges at the time of his arraignment this Tuesday. According to the authorities, arriving on the scene on Sept. 24, they encountered a small chemical cloud emanating strongly of chlorine within the store. Mistakenly believed to be a possible explosive, the cloud was actually the result of pool chemicals mixed...

Indianapolis home care business owners Hahn March and Nancy Stanley are facing allegations of unfair wage practices. The U.S. Department of Labor filed a complaint on October 21, accusing them of withholding $86,427 in overtime pay from employees at March’s companies, Signal Health Group Inc. and SHG Employee Leasing Company. Investigators found that Hahn March and Nancy Stanley used a questionable pay system to lower hourly wages. The Department of Labor is seeking $172,854 in unpaid wages and liquidated damages for 43 affected current and former employees. If proven, their actions not only deprived workers of fair pay but also...

The morning commute in Houston turned hectic today as an 18-wheeler struck an overpass bridge, causing significant traffic delays for those traveling eastbound toward downtown. The incident occurred at the intersection of the Houston Avenue overpass bridge and I-10 Katy Freeway at Taylor. While the scene is still active, initial reports suggest that the collision has led to the closure of one of the right outside lanes and the shoulder. The impact, which was first reported by ABC13 , is slowing down the morning rush as vehicles funnel through the constricted traffic lanes. According to the Harris County Sheriff Ed...