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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Firefighter Trace Conover, who passed away while off duty on July 9, 2025, at just 28 years old. His death was confirmed in an official statement by the Champaign Fire Department, which paid tribute to Conover’s unwavering dedication and meaningful contributions to the department and the broader community. A Rising Leader in … Read more
AUSTIN, TEXAS — A third child from Austin has been confirmed dead following the devastating July 4 flood that struck Camp Mystic along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County. Eight-year-old Abby Pohl, a student at Casis Elementary School, tragically lost her life when floodwaters swept through the Texas Hill Country campground. In a public statement … Read more
Cambridge, MA — David Gergen, a steady voice in American politics who counseled four U.S. presidents and became a revered educator in public leadership, died Thursday, July 10, at age 83. The cause, according to his son Christopher Gergen, was Lewy body dementia, a degenerative brain disease he had lived with in recent years. Gergen’s … Read more
Paris, France — French comedian and actor Bun Hay Mean, widely known for his fearless humor and razor-sharp wit, has died at the age of 43 following a fatal fall from the eighth floor of a Parisian apartment building. His sudden death has left fans, friends, and the entertainment community in deep shock and mourning. … Read more
Edwardsville, IL – Brandon Joseph Brewer, a bright and spirited teenager known for his humor, warmth, and unforgettable presence, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Edwardsville. He was 14 years old. Born on July 16, 2010, in Alton, Illinois, Brandon was the cherished son of Brian and Brandi (Maupin) Brewer. He was preparing … Read more
CLEVELAND, OHIO — The Cleveland community is mourning the unexpected passing of Matthew “Matt” Foraker, a well-loved son, brother, friend, and graduate of St. Ignatius High School, who died following a tragic accident in Florida on July 5, 2025. He was 38. Matt’s death has left a profound void among those who knew and loved … Read more
CLEARWATER, FL — Julian McMahon, the acclaimed Australian actor best known for his roles in Charmed, Nip/Tuck, and Fantastic Four, has died at the age of 56. His wife, Kelly Paniagua, confirmed that McMahon passed away peacefully on July 2 in Clearwater, Florida, following a private battle with cancer. According to a Cremation Approval Summary … Read more
Cole “CJ” Maston, 68, of Cottonwood Falls, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, at Newman Regional Health in Emporia, Kansas, following a brief illness. Born on November 18, 1956, in Emporia, Cole James Maston was the son of Everett and Janice Maston. He grew up on his family’s farm just outside Cottonwood Falls, … Read more
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. — The Hilton Head Island High School community is mourning the loss of Coach Joe Monmonier, a beloved educator, mentor, and Athletic Director who served the school with unwavering dedication for more than 20 years. Coach Monmonier passed away [date pending], leaving behind a legacy built on integrity, leadership, and a … Read more
Los Angeles, CA — Kimberly “Kim” Porter, an American model and actress who inspired audiences with her elegance, business savvy, and unwavering devotion to family, died on November 15, 2018, at age 47, from lobar pneumonia, the Los Angeles County Coroner confirmed January 25, 2019 . Porter’s journey began in Columbus, Georgia, where she emerged as … Read more
