Woman in Houston receives 43-year prison sentence for drunk driving incident that led to deputy’s death

A Houston woman, Lavillia Chantael Spry, 42, has been given a 43-year prison sentence for causing the death of a Harris County sheriff’s deputy due to drunk driving. According to Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg, this conviction for intoxication manslaughter of a peace officer came after a seven-day trial. On January 24, 2022, Spry … Read more

Man Indicted for Brutal Upper East Side Rape, Assault, and Robbery

Donovan Murphy, 28, has been charged with several offenses, including rape, burglary as a sexually motivated felony, criminal obstruction of breathing, and assault. District Attorney Alvin Bragg condemned the heinous acts of violence and sexual assault committed by Donovan Murphy in a woman’s apartment. Bragg emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of all New … Read more

Family of 4-year-old boy from Harlem sues NYC for $40M seeking justice for his death

Family of 4-year-old boy from Harlem sues NYC for $40M seeking justice for his death

The lawsuit comes after Jahmeik’s parents, Nytavia Ragsdale, 26, and Laron Modlin, 25, were arrested on charges of second-degree manslaughter and endangering the welfare of a child. Reports indicate that Jahmeik and his three siblings were found malnourished. Sadly, Jahmeik passed away at Harlem Hospital on October 14th. Sanford Rubenstein, the attorney representing Nyisha Ragsdale, … Read more

Changes to Missouri driver’s license system to be implemented in November

Changes to Missouri driver's license system to be implemented in November

The Missouri Department of Revenue is introducing new technology  to streamline the process of obtaining a driver’s license. Traditionally, long lines and wait times have been the norm at the DMV. However, with the implementation of this new technology, individuals can expect a faster and more efficient experience. Starting November 12th, the department will implement … Read more

Two KCPD vehicles collide on southbound 71 Highway in early morning accident

2 KCPD vehicles involved in early morning crash on southbound 71 Highway

Police were called to a collision on southbound 71 Highway, close to Bannister Road, at 4:36 a.m. on Oct. 27. The collision resulted in injuries and involved two vehicles from the Kansas City Police Department. According to the investigation, the police were initially called to another collision at the same location. The police discovered an … Read more

Gas station customer attacked and robbed, resulting in charges of robbery and assault

Gas station customer attacked and robbed, resulting in charges of robbery and assault

A man in Independence attacked a gas station customer because he wanted the money in his wallet. The assailant is now facing charges of robbery and assault. Gregory D. Lastiee Jr., a 29-year-old resident of Grandview, has been charged in connection with the assault of a neighbor, according to court documents filed in the Jackson … Read more

Four individuals from Missouri fall ill due to E. coli outbreak at McDonald’s

Four individuals from Missouri fall ill due to E. coli outbreak at McDonald's

Federal officials have reported that contaminated food from McDonald’s has caused sick in at least four individuals in Missouri. The E. coli outbreak, which has affected over 70 individuals nationwide, includes four cases that have been identified. Federal officials, however, have not provided specific information regarding the locations where people contracted the illness. The outbreak of … Read more