America Today Staff 
DEARBORN HEIGHTS, Mich. — A growing number of former residents have come forward with disturbing allegations against a now-closed youth treatment center, claiming they were subjected to abuse while seeking care and support. The accusations center on Vista Maria, a residential facility that operated for decades serving vulnerable girls before shutting down last year. Allegations … Read more
MIDLAND COUNTY, Mich. — A years-long investigation has revealed deep divisions and lasting damage following a sexual abuse scandal tied to Living Word Church, where multiple leaders were convicted of crimes involving children. The case has raised serious questions about leadership, accountability, and a culture that former members say allowed abuse to go unchecked for … Read more
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Community members gathered to honor the life of a University of Michigan researcher remembered for his talent and potential following his death last month. More than 30 people attended a candlelight vigil near the campus Diag to pay tribute to Danhao Wang, an assistant research scientist at the University of Michigan. … Read more
SALINE, Mich. — Authorities are investigating whether a gun was accidentally fired during a late-night altercation outside an assisted living facility in Saline. Police responded around 11:40 p.m. to a disturbance at Linden Square Senior Care, according to the Saline Police Department. Altercation Escalates in Parking Lot Officials said a 26-year-old woman was leaving work … Read more
CARROLL COUNTY, Ky. — A man accused of causing a deadly DUI crash in Northern Kentucky is now facing multiple charges and an immigration hold, according to authorities. Luis Antonio Orduno, 33, was charged after a Wednesday morning crash on Jay Louden Road that left one man dead, according to Kentucky State Police. Crash Leaves … Read more
BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. — A crash involving a semi-truck and a pickup caused significant traffic disruption Saturday morning along I-75, authorities said. The collision occurred around 9 a.m. in the northbound lanes just before Exit 21 near Northwest 184th Avenue and Indian Trace, according to traffic officials. Pickup Truck Wedged Under Semi Emergency responders reported … Read more
SOUTH FLORIDA — A man recently released from federal immigration custody is raising concerns about conditions inside a controversial detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz.” Maikel Rojas, 45, says he spent nearly five months in custody after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in October 2025. Detained After Routine Check-In Rojas said he was … Read more
MIAMI, Fla. — Residents in the Liberty City area say a suspected “porch pirate” has been repeatedly stealing packages, with multiple incidents captured on home security cameras over several days. Thefts Caught on Video Across Neighborhood In one video recorded Wednesday, the suspect is seen riding a bicycle up to a home, grabbing a package, … Read more
LONG BEACH, Calif. — A police officer is expected to recover after being stabbed multiple times during a violent encounter Friday afternoon, authorities said. The incident occurred around 2:42 p.m. in the 200 block of West Broadway, where officers with the Long Beach Police Department responded to a report of a disturbance involving a potentially … Read more
MONROVIA, Calif. — The owners of a longtime local restaurant are pleading for help after burglars broke into their home and stole $140,000 — their entire retirement savings, according to family members. The couple, Pan Pimoslavakun and her husband Vorawat, have owned Burger Basket for decades and had planned to retire within the next several … Read more