BBB offers tips for donating to California wildfire relief efforts

BBB offers tips for donating to California wildfire relief efforts

As wildfires devastate Southern California, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) offers tips for Michiganders wanting to donate responsibly. According to a news release, the BBB emphasizes the importance of ensuring that charities are trustworthy before making donations. Donors are encouraged to research charities on Give.org to confirm if they meet the BBB Standards for Charity … Read more

Deadly crashes across Nevada rise nearly 6% in 2024: report

Deadly crashes across Nevada rise nearly 6% in 2024: report

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Data released by Nevada State police showed an increase in deadly crashes across the state as more than 400 people were killed on Nevada roads in 2024. It’s a common trend across the valley as more and more families are suffering after losing loved ones to roadway fatalities. Beronica Ramos, just … Read more

Details emerging about those who tragically died in Eaton and Palisades fires

Details emerging about those who tragically died in Eaton and Palisades fires

As first responders and investigators with the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner do the grim work of locating and identifying fatalities tied to the Eaton and Palisades fires, the death toll has climbed to 25, officials announced Tuesday. The process of locating and identifying the deceased remains slow, with some of the victims … Read more

‘Inexcusable’: Ex-ward sues over abuse claim

‘Inexcusable’: Ex-ward sues over abuse claim

A court has been told a government department responsible for child protection placed a young boy back in the home of his alleged abuser where he was abused again. Dion Barber is suing the state of Western Australia in the Perth District Court over allegations of repeated “horrific sexual abuse” that occurred when he was … Read more

Louisiana Remembers Nicole Perez

Louisiana Remembers Nicole Perez

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — On Wednesday, Jan. 15, Louisiana is remembering Nicole Perez, a victim of the Jan. 1 attack on Bourbon Street. Louisiana Remembers Reggie Hunter Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry declared a period of mourning ordering that all flags over state buildings be flown at half-staff. Perez leaves behind a 4-year-old son. In a … Read more

Health funds told to try again on premiums

Health funds told to try again on premiums

Health Minister Mark Butler has rejected suggested private health insurance premium increases for the second time, calling on a number of companies to suggest “a more reasonable figure” ahead of the April 1 deadline. The second rejection comes after he rejected the first round of increases of up to 6 per cent, nearly double the … Read more