Author: Andrew Rogers

A Mississippi Plane Crash claimed the lives of two people Sunday evening near the Holly Springs-Marshall County Airport, officials said. The single-engine plane went down around 5 p.m. while attempting to land at the airport. Deputies found the aircraft in a dense wooded area east of the runway, engulfed in flames. Multiple fire departments responded to put out the fire. Both occupants were pronounced dead at the scene. They have been identified as Wesley Bolden and Jordan Hall. Marshall County Sheriff Kenny Dickerson said the plane appeared to strike a large pine tree before hitting the ground shortly after touchdown.…

A Michigan Snowstorm Crash left more than 100 vehicles involved in a massive pileup Monday as a snowstorm swept across the state. Interstate 196, just southwest of Grand Rapids, was closed in both directions while officials worked to clear the wreckage. The crash involved over 30 semi-trailer trucks and dozens of cars that either collided or slid off the icy road. Michigan State Police reported numerous injuries but said no deaths had been confirmed. Stranded motorists were transported to Hudsonville High School to wait safely and arrange rides. Pedro Mata Jr., who was driving near the crash site, described how…

An Indiana Judge Shooting left a judge and his wife injured on Sunday, raising concerns about the safety of public officials amid rising national threats. Police in Lafayette, Indiana, said they are investigating the shooting of Judge Steven P. Meyer of Tippecanoe County Superior Court and his wife, Kimberly Meyer. Both were taken to a hospital and are in stable condition. Judge Meyer, 66, announced plans to retire at the end of the year. In his 12 years on the bench, he handled numerous high-profile cases in the state. He has also served on the Lafayette City Council and run…

The Idaho Revenue Forecast got a boost Monday as the state’s budget committee voted unanimously to adopt a more optimistic projection than Governor Brad Little had recommended. The decision sets the stage for the 2026–2027 state budget and gives lawmakers more flexibility in spending. The Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee, or JFAC, delayed the vote by a day last week but ultimately agreed to use the Economic Outlook and Revenue Assessment’s recommendations. The committee approved revenue projections of more than $5.6 billion for fiscal year 2026 and about $5.8 billion for fiscal year 2027. Both figures are higher than those recommended by…

Two Ohio men were among three people fatally shot in central Florida over the weekend in what authorities called a “random, tragic act.” Douglas Kraft, 68, of Columbus, and James Puchan, 68, of Galena, Ohio, were killed Jan. 17 near Kissimmee, along with Douglas Kraft’s brother, Robert Kraft, 70, of Holland, Michigan. Families described the deaths as senseless and devastating. “These three wonderful men did not deserve this,” the families said in a joint statement. “Our families are left with an unexpected, unimaginable loss that cannot be put into words. We ask for privacy, prayers, and respect as we mourn…

A Coachella Valley Earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9 shook parts of Southern California on January 19, according to federal seismic data. The quake struck at about 5:56 p.m. local time and was felt across a wide area. Many residents reported strong shaking, especially in cities near the epicenter. The earthquake hit roughly 12 miles northeast of Indio. The Coachella Valley sits about 130 miles east of Los Angeles. Officials said the quake was shallow, with an estimated depth of about 1.8 miles beneath the surface. Shallow quakes often cause stronger shaking because they are closer to the ground. Within…

The upcoming Alaska Legislative Week is expected to be busy and closely watched. Lawmakers, judges, and state boards are preparing for a full schedule of meetings and hearings. Budget plans, energy policy, public safety, and legal disputes will all be discussed. The week marks the start of the second year of the current legislative session, a time when many major decisions begin to take shape. Each week, public schedules and notices give a glimpse of what is ahead. Still, many important moments remain uncertain. One key question is when the governor will release a full fiscal plan and speak publicly…

Russia is preparing a major strike on power lines connected to Europe’s largest nuclear power plant, according to a source familiar with the situation. The attack could happen within days and may target key electricity lines that support nuclear safety systems in southern Ukraine. Ukrainian officials say the plan does not involve direct strikes on nuclear reactors. Instead, the focus appears to be on high‑voltage transmission lines that provide external power to the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant. Even though the reactors are not producing electricity, the plant still depends on these power lines to run cooling and safety systems. On…

A group of anti-ICE protesters disrupted a worship service Sunday at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, claiming one of the pastors had ties to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Videos from the event show demonstrators chanting inside the sanctuary, raising concerns among religious leaders and law enforcement about targeting houses of worship during ongoing anti-ICE demonstrations. In one clip, protesters can be heard shouting “Justice for Renee Good” as they stood in the middle of the sanctuary while the service was underway. The disruption was described as a “clandestine mission,” with organizers claiming they had learned a pastor at…

Countries will need to pay $1 billion for a permanent seat on U.S. President Donald Trump’s new “Board of Peace,” documents reveal. The international body, chaired by Trump, was designed to oversee Gaza’s reconstruction, with U.S. officials announcing the start of phase two of the territory’s peace plan. However, the Board’s charter suggests it could have a broader global role, potentially creating overlap or conflict with the United Nations, which Trump has frequently criticized. The proposal has already sparked concern from Israel, which questioned the committee’s composition. The Gaza-focused committee includes a Turkish minister but no Israeli officials, raising potential…