Two separate crashes in Flagler County left two people dead and prompted a countywide bump in patrols ahead of Fourth of July events.

A scooter rider was killed Tuesday night at Airport Boulevard and Oak Springs Drive. Austin police say the driver cooperated and detectives are investigating.

Durham Rescue Mission activated Operation Cool Shelter as heat advisories blanket the Triangle, offering air-conditioned space, meals, showers and outreach to people at risk.

A former Carmel F45 co-owner pleaded guilty to domestic battery and received a one-year sentence with most time suspended. The judge ordered evaluations and a no-contact condition.

A 21‑year‑old was booked in Pierce County this week and charged in a 2024 Lakewood drive‑by that left one man dead and three injured. Prosecutors say surveillance and cellphone data tied him to the case.

Granite won a $116.9M UDOT contract to extend SR‑177 in West Point, adding nine bridges, pedestrian crossings and major earthworks for the West Davis Corridor.

A Frederick oncology practice and its owner agreed to pay $1.45M to settle allegations they billed federal health programs for chemotherapy drugs improperly.

Wednesday’s Powerball draw produced numbers 2-6-26-39-68 (Powerball 6) and a California ticket matching the five white balls is worth $1M; local reports say it was sold in San Jose.

Park rangers seek help identifying a tourist who damaged a Hopi headpiece inside the Desert View Watchtower on June 17. The artifact, by Fred Kabotie, is now secured while investigators gather tips.

Muskegon’s Lake Michigan shore has seen a jump in vacation listings and nightly rates, testing local regulations and reshaping waterfront neighborhoods. Neighbors and officials are watching closely.

Parish rules on consumer fireworks differ across southeast Louisiana — some ban them inside city limits, others allow limited use. Here’s a quick guide to the rules and public shows.

A Broncos‑themed 'Mile High Grill' is reportedly headed to Denver International Airport, promising team memorabilia and player‑named menu items.

Frisco police say a June 29 parking-lot robbery at the Frisco Athletic Center involved a firearm and a blue-and-white Ford Bronco. Investigators say juveniles enrolled in Frisco ISD were linked and tips are being sought.