A 7-year-old was critically injured Tuesday after being struck at Center Avenue and North Monroe in Bay City. Authorities say two vehicles were involved and are asking witnesses to come forward.

A town investigation says former Howey‑in‑the‑Hills Police Chief Michael Giddens resigned after findings he had a sexual relationship with a suspect’s estranged wife. The report has been sent to state reviewers.

Erik Modisett, a Navy veteran and federal counter‑drone expert, died after a single‑vehicle motorcycle crash south of Hagerstown. Investigators are reconstructing the scene while colleagues recall his work building drone‑forensics capabilities.

A person was rushed to the hospital with life‑threatening injuries after a large emergency response at Westinghouse Boulevard and Pioneer Avenue in SW Charlotte.

A pedestrian was killed after being struck on West 38th Street near Michigan Road; IMPD says the driver remained at the scene and detectives are investigating.

A Windermere man faces aggravated-assault and child-abuse counts after deputies say he struck an 11-year-old on an e-bike and smashed the child’s phone during the confrontation.

An FAU student alleges he was blindfolded, forced to drink and left injured after an off‑campus hazing; he has sued the Delta Tau Delta chapter and its national office.

An electrical fire in Hernando County displaced residents and prompted firefighters to rescue three cats, officials say. County shelter contacts and safety tips are included.

A man died Thursday night after his motorcycle crashed near the Grandview overlook in Mt. Washington. Police say no other vehicles were involved.

Three men are wanted in Morgan County on felony charges, including a dealing‑in‑death allegation. Tips should go to 911 or the sheriff’s tip line.

Ann Andrex, 74, died after being struck near the Staples at the Frederick Shopping Center. Friends have left flowers and police say the crash is under investigation.

A Hollister man’s body was found July 9 in the trunk of a Tesla on SR‑152; CHP says detectives are treating the death as a homicide and are examining the vehicle for evidence.

Denver police say one person was taken to an area hospital after a reported stabbing Thursday in the 14900 block of E. Elk Place; investigators are developing suspect information.