America Today Staff 
Nearly a year after a terrifying shark attack off the coast of Boca Grande, a young girl is showing remarkable courage by returning to the same waters as part of her recovery journey. Shark Attack Survivor Revisits Scene of Trauma The attack occurred on June 12, 2025, near Fort Myers, along Florida’s southwest coast, while … Read more
A fatal early morning crash near the Michigan-Wisconsin border left one man dead and another under arrest, according to authorities in Oconto County. Deadly Crash in Town of Pensaukee The crash occurred around 3:26 a.m. Sunday on Old 41 Road in the Town of Pensaukee, roughly 30 miles south of the Michigan-Wisconsin border. Deputies with … Read more
A juvenile driver was taken into custody after crashing a vehicle into an occupied home in Battle Creek on Saturday afternoon, according to police. Crash Details: Vehicle Slams Into Residential Property Officers responded around 2 p.m. on April 4 to a reported crash in the 100 block of Post Avenue. When authorities arrived, they found … Read more
SAGINAW, Michigan — A shocking case of alleged captivity has emerged in Saginaw, where a malnourished 58-year-old woman told police she escaped after being held in a basement for nearly two years. Authorities say the woman’s sister-in-law and caretaker is now facing felony charges in connection with the case. Dramatic Escape Leads to Police Discovery … Read more
SAGINAW, Michigan — A 40-year-old man is facing serious felony charges after allegedly opening fire on two women outside a liquor store, leaving one victim injured, authorities said. The suspect, Demarius L. Laury, was arraigned Monday in court and charged with: Assault with intent to murder Carrying a concealed weapon Felony firearm possession The most … Read more
FRANKFORT, Kentucky — A Florida-based medical transparency company has filed a lawsuit against the state of Kentucky, alleging officials are withholding public healthcare pricing data tied to workers’ compensation claims. The company, RefMed, filed the civil suit in Franklin Circuit Court, arguing that the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet is improperly denying access to key … Read more
MIAMI, Florida — A professional boxer from California has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run incident in Biscayne Bay that left a young woman injured, according to state officials. Authorities say the suspect, Andy Vences, 34, was taken into custody after allegedly striking a swimmer with a personal watercraft and fleeing the scene without … Read more
A 36-year-old man from Covington, Kentucky, is facing more than 200 felony charges after authorities uncovered a large cache of child sexual abuse material on his phone, according to prosecutors. Investigation Began After Domestic Dispute Officials said Joshua Boykin was arrested on January 28 following a domestic incident at his home on Herman Street. During … Read more
Authorities have arrested an 18-year-old suspect in connection with a deadly shooting that took place in Victorville, officials confirmed. Shooting Leaves 22-Year-Old Dead According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded to reports of gunfire around 3:30 p.m. on March 29 in the 13000 block of Starshine Drive. When officers arrived, they discovered … Read more
Fire crews battling the fast-moving Springs Fire in Moreno Valley made significant overnight gains, improving containment as the wildfire continues to threaten nearby communities. Fire Growth Slows as Containment Increases According to Cal Fire, the wildfire has scorched approximately 4,176 acres and reached 45% containment as of early Saturday morning. This marks a notable improvement … Read more