Across West Virginia, WV|News|
6 Killed In West Virginia Helicopter Crash
Six people were killed when a Vietnam-era helicopter crashed onto a road in Logan County, West Virginia, on Wednesday, according to WSAZ.
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Jeffrey Perkins, Patch Staff
- Houston, TX
Born in San Antonio, I was raised in Arkansas but got back to Texas as soon as I could to attend Texas A&M University, where I earned a bachelor's degree in Telecommunication Media Studies. I started my journalism career as a copy editor at The Eagle in Bryan, Texas, in 2014 and later became the high school sports beat writer for the paper.
My seven years at The Eagle strengthened my passion for journalism, and I love getting to know people and telling their stories, both on the field and off. I've seen firsthand the importance of hyper-local journalism in a community, especially in an eventful 2020, when I helped with news coverage and design in addition to my high school athletics beat responsibilities.
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Norfolk, VA|News|
2 Virginia Boaters Missing After Bad Weather In Atlantic: Coast Guard
The Coast Guard is searching for a man and woman, both 65, who set sail from Hampton. Their boat was damaged in bad weather.
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Oklahoma City, OK|News|
OK Grandma Charged After 3-Year-Old's Body Found In Trash: Police
Becky Ann Vreeland was charged with murder after police said they found her granddaughter's body in a trash can, with signs of trauma.
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Austin, TX|News|
Uvalde School Shooting Could Have Been Stopped In 3 Minutes: Official
Testifying at a Texas Senate hearing, Department of Public Safety Director Steve McCraw called officers' response an "abject failure."
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Houston|News|
5-Year-Old Dies After Being Left In Hot Car In Houston: Police
The boy's mother was in a rush to prepare for a sibling's birthday party and left him in the car for several hours, the family told police.
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Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Murder Suspect Arrested After FaceTime Call: Police
The suspect fled after shooting a man and initially refused over a FaceTime call to surrender, police say. He was eventually arrested.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Man, Dog Killed In Woodbridge By Drunk Driver: Police
A Woodbridge man walking his dog was killed when an intoxicated driver left the roadway and struck them, police say.
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New York City, NY|News|
1 Killed, 2 Injured In Queens Shooting: Police
The injured victims are in stable condition, and no arrests have been made, according to the New York Police Department.
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Across America, US|News|
What Is Juneteenth? Celebrating The End Of Slavery
Juneteenth has its roots in Texas and celebrates federal troops freeing the last of the enslaved people in the Confederacy.
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Houston|News|
7-Year-Old Boy Killed In Shooting In Texas Home: Police
A silver sedan drove by and fired shots into the Cloverleaf home, hitting the child in the chest. The boy later died in a hospital.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Body Of 6-Year-Old Boy Recovered In Merrimack River: Police
Authorities had been searching for nearly 72 hours since the boy fell into the Merrimack River in Amesbury on Thursday.
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Denver, CO|News|
Tornado Warning Expires In Denver Area: National Weather Service
A tornado touched down just north of Denver International Airport during an afternoon storm.
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Across Idaho, ID|News|
31 Charged With Conspiracy To Riot, Have Ties To Hate Group: Police
Authorities intercepted a U-Haul full of Patriot Front members who police say intended to riot downtown and in other areas.
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Denver, CO|News|
1 Killed, 3 Injured In Denver Shooting: Police
Denver police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday morning on the 4600 block of East Colorado Avenue.
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Houston|News|
Pearland Resident Claims $17.75M Texas Lottery Jackpot
The winner elected to remain anonymous and selected the lump sum prize, meaning they will claim $11.93 million before taxes.
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San Antonio, TX|News|
Many Uvalde Students Still Alive While Police Delayed Response: Report
According to documents and video obtained by The New York Times, Uvalde school police chief Pete Arredondo feared risking officers' lives.
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Fort Myers, FL|News|
2 Brothers, 14 And 11, Accused Of Stealing 22 Guns In Florida: Police
The brothers broke into a Cape Coral gun shop early Wednesday and stole guns and ammunition, police say.
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Across Texas, TX|News|
Mysterious Figure Caught On Camera At Texas Zoo
City of Amarillo officials are encouraging people to guess the figure's identity, which has been dubbed an "Unidentified Amarillo Object."
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Across Florida, FL|News|
Phil Mickelson, Dustin Johnson Among 17 Players Suspended By PGA
The PGA Tour announced Thursday it was suspending 17 players based on their participation in the Saudi-based LIV Golf Invitational.
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Orlando, FL|News|
Florida Stepfather Found Guilty After Waitress Saved Abuse Victim
The waitress flashed a secret note to the boy asking him if he needed help. The stepfather will be sentenced in August.
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