LITHONIA, GA —The Lithonia community is grieving as beloved resident Cordillia Scott — affectionately known as Lavern — nears the end of her life following a sudden and devastating health crisis. Surrounded by family and loved ones, Lavern is currently on life support, with her family facing the heartbreaking decision to let her go. Known…

DUBLIN, OH — A tragic early morning crash has left one young man dead and a former Ohio State football standout facing serious charges. Authorities in Dublin have confirmed that Kirk Barton, 40, a former offensive tackle for the Ohio State Buckeyes and a brief NFL player, was arrested and charged with aggravated vehicular homicide…

Clearwater, Kansas-with broken hearts and profound sorrow, the community of Clearwater mourns the heartbreaking loss of **Ella Thomas Brown**, whose life was tragically cut short following an unexpected accident earlier this week. Ella, a vibrant and beloved presence in the town, passed away suddenly, leaving behind a ripple of grief that has touched every corner…

POWESHIEK COUNTY, IA – June 20, 2025** — What began as a calm summer morning in rural Iowa ended in heartbreak, as 70-year-old James Jacobi of Belle Plaine lost his life in a devastating two-vehicle crash on Highway V18, just north of 460th Avenue in Poweshiek County. The fatal collision occurred Thursday morning around 9:15…

The world of cinema, education, and activism is mourning the loss of a true pioneer. Robert A. Nakamura, an acclaimed filmmaker, educator, and cultural trailblazer widely regarded as the “Godfather of Asian American media,” passed away recently at the age of 88. Nakamura’s profound impact on the Asian American community and on the broader landscape…

PULLMAN, Mich. — The Department of Defense has confirmed the death of Staff Sgt. Saul Fabian Gonzalez, 26, of Pullman, Michigan, who passed away earlier this week while serving in Erbil, Iraq, in a non-combat-related incident that remains under investigation. Gonzalez was stationed in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, where he…

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we report the passing of Ky Simmons, a cherished young man whose life, though far too short, left a lasting imprint on all who knew and loved him. Ky’s passing has sent waves of grief through his family and extended community, who are now left to…

HAMPSTEAD, N.H. — The Hampstead community is grieving the heartbreaking and unexpected loss of Michael Terrile, a beloved art teacher at Hampstead Central School, who passed away suddenly in June 2025. Known for his unwavering kindness, creativity, and compassion, Mr. Terrile was more than an educator — he was a mentor, a friend, and a…

CAMP HILL, Pa. — The Camp Hill community is grieving the sudden and devastating loss of Brandon Merritts, a beloved fiancé, father, and friend, who passed away unexpectedly on June 18, 2025. He was a man deeply cherished by those who knew him — especially his fiancée, Danielle, and their two young daughters, Halston and…

JANESVILLE, Wis. — A quiet Tuesday afternoon turned into a scene of unspeakable tragedy after a deadly shooting at a Janesville apartment complex left three people dead and another critically wounded in what police are calling a murder-suicide. The Rock County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the deceased as Julia Cvicker, 25, Jahvarius Wicks, 21,…