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1 dead, 1 in custody after burglars barricade inside Delco home, sources say
An investigation is underway after a burglary escalated into a barricade situation on Tuesday night in Delaware County, leaving one person dead and another in custody, sources told NBC10. Sources also said the individual taken into custody was not cooperating with investigators earlier in the day.…
Yorkville neighbors extinguish garage fire with garden hose, fire crew said actions saved house
Residents acting quickly with a garden hose prevented a garage fire from spreading to the main house in Yorkville. The Bristol Kendall Fire Protection District responded around 12:22 p.m. on April 8 to a structure fire in the 400 block of Twinleaf Trail in Yorkville. Upon arrival, the crew found…
Video shows burglars zip-tying victim during Little Havana home invasion
MIAMI — Body camera and surveillance video exclusively obtained by Local 10 News on Tuesday show the moments police say three suspects forced their way into a Little Havana home, attacked two victims, and were taken into custody late last year. Miami police said they arrested Augustin Hernandez, 46,…
Burglary Reported At Newtown Home, 3 Juveniles Charged: Police
NEWTOWN, CT — Three juveniles are facing charges after a reported burglary at a home in Newtown, police said. Officers were dispatched to a residence on Boggs Hill Road around 8:35 p.m. on April 4 for a report of a possible burglary in progress, according to Newtown police. When officers arrived,…
Suspected Burglar Rescued from Couple’s Chimney in Houston
A recent wave of targeted home break-ins exposes the risks and dangers associated with burglary attempts, as well as the resourcefulness of some suspected criminals. A husband and wife in Houston called 911 in the early hours of Easter morning after they heard noises coming from their fireplace and…
April 07: Rheine Burglary Report Flags Home Insurance Claim Risk
On April 07, a police notice about a Rheine burglary sharpened focus on localized property crime risk in North Rhine-Westphalia. For home insurance Germany, isolated break-ins can lift near-term loss frequency, pressure the claims ratio, and shift pricing or underwriting in affected postcodes.…
Suspect list in Beverly mansion burglary could be long
It was a brazen heist: A housekeeper was led around a seaside mansion at gunpoint as a thief made off with precious valuables, and then was tied up in the garage as the suspect made off in a stolen Porsche. Fittingly, the investigation into the high-profile case, which police this week said is…
Houston burglary suspect gets stuck in chimney, has to be rescued by fire department
HOUSTON – A suspected burglary attempt in Houston took an unusual turn early Sunday when a man got stuck while trying to enter a home through a chimney, according to the Houston Police Department. Houston police were called around 1 a.m. Sunday to a residence in the 9100 block of Tooley Drive.…
Murder or self-defense? A jury will now decide, as Caleb Cegers goes on trial in 2023 downtown Bend shooting
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- A prosecutor and defense attorney painted sharply differing views Wednesday of the events that led a 20-year-old Bend man to fatally shoot a 33-year-old Redmond man after a 2023 altercation in a downtown Bend bar. Both sides provided jurors with their first look at security and…
Sarasota County to host Community Conversation: Hurricane Preparedness on April 11 at Riverview High School
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) — Sarasota County is inviting residents to a Community Conversation: Hurricane Preparedness on Saturday, April 11, bringing together experts from local, state and federal agencies ahead of hurricane season. ABC 7 News at Noon, ABC 7 News Anchor Summer Smith sat down with Sandra…
Traveling for Business? Don’t Forget to Pack Your Emergency Preparedness Plan
We live in risky times. War with Iran, the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Mexican cartels—global tensions are at an all-time high. The Department of State is advising Americans worldwide to exercise increased caution. And yet, C-suite and other executives still need to travel for…
Emergency supplies selling fast as another storm threatens Hawaii
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Oahu residents aren’t taking any chances with emergency preparedness ahead of the latest round of severe weather. City Mill has been working to keep shelves stocked with supplies. “We’ve been selling a lot of sand and sandbags. We have a product called Quick Dam, and we…
UW-Led Wyoming Dementia Together Offers Program on Emergency Preparedness April 8
The University of Wyoming has announced “Prepared, Not Panicked: A Caregiver’s Guide to Emergency Readiness”, the topic of a Wyoming Dementia Together (WDT) program Wednesday, April 8. WDT is a statewide, nonprofit caregiver network operating through the UW’s Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA). WDT…
Magic Castle Fire Sparks Safety Concerns in Hollywood
A sudden blaze at one of L.A.’s most iconic venues draws a rapid response from firefighters and renewed concern over historic preservation. A fire at the famed Magic Castle in Hollywood prompted a swift response from Los Angeles firefighters, sending smoke billowing above one of the city’s most…
Common Council Approves Operating Permit For Economy Paving; Goal of Fire Safety – X101 Always Classic
The City of Cortland Common Council took action Tuesday night to address potential fire safety concerns at a local commercial property, approving a resolution designating a building at 125-127 Elm Street, Economy Paving, as posing a “Potential Risk.” Advertisement Under the resolution, the…
Maui doctor accused of trying to murder wife takes stand, claims self-defense
A doctor on trial on allegations he attempted to murder his wife on a trail in Hawaii last year took the stand in his own defense Thursday. Maui anesthesiologist Dr. Gerhardt Konig is charged with second-degree attempted murder, accused of trying to push his wife, Arielle Konig, off a cliff during a…
Fast Guard Service Expands Rapid Response Fire Watch Across California
Businesses face increasing pressure to secure compliant fire watch services, underscoring the critical importance of fire safety preparedness. Los Angeles Today Fast Guard Service, a leading national security provider, is expanding its licensed fire watch services across California to help…
Porterville Trailer Fire Ruled Accidental After Investigation
The aftermath of a deadly trailer fire exposes the tragic consequences of inadequate fire safety measures. Porterville Today A fatal trailer home fire in Porterville, California that killed five people, including four children, has been ruled accidental by the city's fire department after a…
Proposed fire safety rules could ‘spell the end for timber towers’
The consultation on changes to Approved Document B (ADB) was opened by the Health and Safety Executive on 25 March, and sets out new guidance for the construction of buildings taller than 11m that seemingly prohibits timber from being used as either a load-bearing material or as external cladding.…
Global Fire Resistant Glass Market Expands Worldwide
Specialized fire-resistant glass materials are reshaping the global construction industry, prioritizing both structural integrity and aesthetic design. Rockville Today The global fire-resistant glass market is entering a decisive growth phase, propelled by stringent fire safety mandates and a…
Fire safety pioneers: a deep dive into the history, innovation, and success of Rapidrop Global Limited
A true pioneer in the field of fire safety, Rapidrop Global Limited (Rapidrop)’s journey is one defined by resilience, innovation, and a relentless commitment to quality. With a growing international footprint, the company plays a vital role in safeguarding some of the world’s most important…
Van Nuys Apartment Fire Leaves 1 Seriously Injured
The aftermath of a devastating apartment fire in Van Nuys serves as a somber reminder of the need for robust fire safety measures in urban communities. Los Angeles Today A 75-year-old man was transported to the hospital in serious condition after a fire broke out in a Van Nuys apartment building on…
Significance of Lithium-Ion Battery Chemistry in the code-compliant design of Fire & Safety Systems for Battery Storage Containers
This presentation highlights the most recent general requirements for the design of fire, flame, and gas detection systems for battery storage per the most relevant National & International Codes (i.e., NFPA 72:2022, NFPA 855:2023 and the International Fire Code:2021, Chapter 12.) The goal of this…
LHAND approves $1.9M for fire safety
LYNN — During the Monday evening meeting, the Lynn Housing Authority & Neighborhood Development (LHAND) Board of Commissioners accepted two emergency awards totaling approximately $1.9 million for the replacement of the fire alarm systems. Charles Mihos of the Procurement and Facilities Department…
Collingdale home fire, burglary, and police standoff under investigation: DA
COLLINGDALE, Pa. - Police and fire crews responded overnight to a home on Rhodes Avenue in Collingdale after a reported burglary and fire, according to neighbors and scanner audio. The Delaware County District Attorney’s Criminal Investigations Division remained at the scene Wednesday. What we know:…
Firefighters Battling A Massive House Fire In Loveland
Prayers for our friends in Loveland, what a horrible way to start the week. According to news affiliate KKTV in Colorado Springs, the Loveland Fire Rescue Authority (LFRA) posted dramatic photos from the scene early Monday morning showing a large home engulfed in flames. The fire has already caused…
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Acquires Communication Systems International dba CSI, Broadens Service Capabilities in Texas
ATLANTA, April 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pye-Barker Fire & Safety — the largest fully integrated and full-service fire protection, life safety and security services provider in the United States — has acquired Communication Systems International dba CSI, enabling Pye-Barker to bring full-service code…
Burnside Center to host kitchen fire safety for residents 50 and older
COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) – Branch County residents aged 50 and older are invited to a specialized kitchen fire safety presentation on Wednesday, April 22, at 10:00 a.m., Led by Coldwater Fire Department Marshal Steve Trall at the Burnside Center. The session will cover fire prevention, common hazards,…
Resident injured in Stillman Valley home invasion: court documents
Two people charged with breaking into a Stillman Valley home and battering one of its residents were released from custody Tuesday afternoon and ordered to wear an electronic monitoring device while confined to their homes as their cases proceed through the court system. Jayla M.S. Turner, 19, and…
Allentown man faces more than 100 years in prison after admitting to role in large-scale home burglary ring
An Allentown man admitted Monday to his role in a large-scale burglary ring that operated throughout Lehigh County and nearby areas, according to authorities. Roger Juan Tirado, 53, pleaded guilty to charges of corrupt organizations, receiving stolen property, prohibited possession of a firearm, and…
Man charged with attempted murder in stabbing at Miami apartment that led victim to stab him in self-defense
MIAMI (WSVN) - A man faced a judge days after his arrest in connection to a stabbing in a Miami apartment that he claimed was prompted by a divine and led the victim fight back in self-defense, according to an arrest report. Frank Zaldivar-Santiesteba appeared before Miami-Dade Cicuit Court Judge…
Chicago mother in court, argues self-defense in stabbing death of baby’s father
Another hearing for Keshia Golden began Tuesday morning as she faces charges for the murder of her boyfriend. Golden's attorneys want the charges dropped, they argue she acted in self-defense. She was eight months pregnant when her attorney says her boyfriend at the time, Calvin Sidney, attacked her…
Self-defense class Saturday at Texarkana boutique
TEXARKANA, Texas -- Salty Boutique & Books will host a self-defense class and book signing Saturday in observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.Doors will open at 9:30 a.m., and the self-defense class will begin at 10 a.m. "LaKing, the man who's going to be teaching the self-defense class, has…
Weare woman accused of firing gun because ‘the guy is Black’ may claim self-defense
A Weare woman, who is facing civil rights violations for allegedly telling a 911 operator she fired two shots at a lost man’s car because “the guy is Black,” is claiming self-defense for criminal charges she is facing for the same incident. On Monday, Diane Durgin, 67, appeared in Hillsborough…
Upstate woman convicted of murdering boyfriend after staging scene as self-defense
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Tenth Circuit Solicitor’s Office said an Anderson woman has been convicted of murdering her boyfriend in Feb. 2024. The solicitor’s office said Andreana Shanice Ware, 37, was found guilty by an Anderson County jury late Friday afternoon of murder and…
When Flock Comes to Town: Why Cities Are Axing the Controversial Surveillance Technology
Early this year, my home city of Bend, Oregon, ended its contract with surveillance company Flock Safety, following months of public pressure and concerns around weak data privacy protections. Flock's controversial AI-powered license plate cameras were shut down, and its partnership with local law…
‘I’m a neighbor’: Harnett County teen jumps into action to save burning home
A Harnett County teen is gaining traction online for saving his neighbor's home after it caught fire on Monday night.According to the Angier and Black River Fire Department, the incident happened at a home off Hidden Court in Angier. A grease fire quickly started in the kitchen after someone in the…
Burglary suspect believed dead after fire erupts during standoff with police in Collingdale: Sources
COLLINGDALE, Pa. (WPVI) -- A 911 call reporting a burglary in progress led to a four-hour police standoff, a fire, and the death of a suspect Tuesday night in Delaware County, according to sources. The incident began around 9:30 p.m. on the unit block of Rhodes Avenue in Collingdale, when a woman…
LA County authorities issue warning after hidden camera found in front yard of home
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has issued a public advisory after a hidden camera was found in the front yard of a home in Cerritos, another incident in a growing trend of burglary tactics across Southern California. In a post on social media, LASD officials advised the public to be…
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