PUYALLUP, Washington, — A man was killed Wednesday afternoon after a freight train struck him near a railroad crossing in downtown Puyallup, according to local police and emergency responders. Another person was initially reported injured, but police later clarified that the second person had tried to help the man before the collision. The incident occurred … Read more
ABERDEEN, WASHINGTON — Nirvana was an American rock band that helped define the grunge movement of the early 1990s. Formed in Aberdeen, Washington, in 1987, the band became one of the most influential acts of its era before ending following the death of frontman and primary songwriter Kurt Cobain in 1994. The lineup most closely … Read more
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Angela Marie Stribling, a longtime BET television host, Washington, D.C., radio personality and jazz vocalist, died peacefully at home on Saturday, September 26, 2026, after a two-year battle with brain cancer. She was 58. Her husband, Ken Washington, and her sister, Darlene, were with her, according to a statement released through WHUR … Read more
Washington, North Carolina – A North Carolina community is mourning the loss of Annabelle Laughlin, a cherished 15-year-old remembered by family and friends for the love, kindness and warmth she brought into their lives. Annabelle Laughlin was born on April 13, 2011, and died on August 13, 2026, at the age of 15. Although … Read more
By Benson Judge | Published: July 13, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. — Lindsey Graham, the longtime Republican senator from South Carolina whose career spanned more than three decades in Congress and whose influence shaped U.S. foreign policy, judicial confirmations, and national security debates, died on July 11, 2026, at the age of 71 after suffering an aortic … Read more
Washington – The chiropractic profession is reflecting on the life and influence of Dr. Guy F. Riekeman, the longtime educator and former president of Life University, following confirmation of his passing. Widely regarded as a driving force in modern chiropractic education, Riekeman leaves behind a complex but deeply impactful legacy that shaped institutions and practitioners … Read more
WASHINGTON — A Texas community is mourning the loss of a high school senior after a sledding accident turned fatal, underscoring growing safety concerns as winter storms blanket regions unaccustomed to snow and ice. Caden Nowicki, 17, a senior at Ponder Independent School District in Denton County, died Thursday after suffering critical injuries earlier this … Read more
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Republican Doug LaMalfa, a seven-term congressman from Northern California, died Tuesday at the age of 65, Richard Hudson announced, marking an unexpected moment of loss and political consequence as lawmakers prepare for a pivotal election year. LaMalfa’s passing further reduces the Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives to 218 seats … Read more
Washington – The University of Washington is grieving the loss of Mia Hamant, a standout goalkeeper whose athleticism, leadership and courage made her one of the most admired student-athletes on campus. Hamant died Thursday at age 21 after a battle with Stage 4 kidney cancer, the university confirmed. A native of Corte Madera, California, Hamant … Read more
Washington, Missouri — The close-knit community of Washington and the broader Franklin County area is remembering Chris Auffenberg, a well-known automotive entrepreneur and longtime owner of Chris Auffenberg Ford, following reports of his passing. While the exact circumstances of his death have not yet been widely confirmed by major news outlets, local reactions and early … Read more
