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  • CRIMEJul 11 · 15:33 UTCFOX NEWS
    ESPN analyst stepping away after getting arm amputated as AG investigates wild accusations

    ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller is recovering from a car crash that led to an arm amputation, while facing allegations of financial misconduct in fantasy football leagues. A Missouri AG investigation is underway following viral Reddit accusations that Miller failed to pay winners and mismanaged charity claims, with a GoFundMe campaign for his medical expenses surpassing initial goals.

  • CRIMEJul 11 · 14:28 UTCTHE HILL
    GoFundMe raises over $400K for family of slain business owner Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

    GoFundMe has raised over $400,000 for the family of slain business owner Lorenzo Salgado Araujo. The article highlights his dedication to his family, friends, and work.

  • HEALTHJul 11 · 08:23 UTCWAFB BATON ROUGE
    Skydiver ‘in good spirits’ after near-fatal solo jump

    Anthony Pietrucci, a 36-year-old skydiver with nearly 1,000 jumps, sustained serious injuries during a solo jump attempt, including a broken rib, internal bleeding, and fractures. He remains hospitalized but is recovering, having moved out of the ICU after successful reconstructive surgery and expressing optimism in a video update.

  • HEALTHJul 11 · 08:23 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Skydiver ‘in good spirits’ after near-fatal solo jump

    Anthony Pietrucci, a 36-year-old skydiver with nearly 1,000 jumps, suffered serious injuries during a solo jump attempt, including a broken rib, internal bleeding, and fractures. Despite the accident, he remains in good spirits and is progressing in recovery, supported by his community and family.

  • HEALTHJul 11 · 06:33 UTCWAFB BATON ROUGE
    Family warns of ATV dangers after 13-year-old dies from Father’s Day crash

    A 13-year-old girl died after an ATV accident on Father’s Day when the vehicle flipped, pinning her and her 16-year-old sister. The family highlighted the dangers of ATVs for teens and the Life360 app’s role in alerting them to the crash, but emphasized delays in emergency contact due to phone overheating. The girl’s organs were donated after her death.

  • HEALTHJul 11 · 06:33 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Family warns of ATV dangers after 13-year-old dies from Father’s Day crash

    A 13-year-old girl, Myah Dennis, died after an ATV accident on Father’s Day when the vehicle flipped, pinning her and her 16-year-old sister. The family highlighted the dangers of ATVs for teens and the importance of the Life360 app’s crash alert feature. Myah’s organs were donated, and the family set up a GoFundMe for expenses.

  • CRIMEJul 11 · 03:16 UTCWTVF NEWSCHANNEL5 NASHVILLE
    Jeri Matthews' family speaks out after her death, hopes her story saves someone else

    Jeri Matthews, 68, was shot and killed by her husband, Jerry Matthews, 57, in their Lebanon, Tennessee apartment. Her family describes her as a compassionate woman who prioritized others and seeks to raise awareness about domestic abuse, citing concerns over police response and sharing her story to help others avoid similar fates.

  • CRIMEJul 11 · 02:24 UTCKTLA 5
    GoFundMe started after father of 3 is gunned down at Compton Fourth of July party

    A father of three, Thaddeus Clark, was shot to death during a Fourth of July block party in Compton, prompting a GoFundMe campaign for community support. The incident occurred on North Grandee Avenue in Compton around 12:10 a.m. on July 5.

  • HEALTHJul 11 · 01:54 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Southgate man seeks kidney transplant as family launches GoFundMe for travel costs

    Michael Watkins, a 31-year-old Southgate man, requires a kidney transplant after being removed from the Royal Oak Corewell transplant list due to calcium buildup. His family launched a GoFundMe to cover travel and medical expenses as he seeks placement on the University of Toledo transplant list and undergoes treatment for fluid around his heart.

  • CRIMEJul 10 · 22:31 UTCWXYZ ABC DETROIT
    Shelby Township man shot and killed in his home; stepson charged with first-degree murder

    A 67-year-old man in Shelby Township was shot and killed in his home by his stepson, who has been charged with first-degree premeditated murder. The victim's family stated the shooting was not a fight and revealed the suspect had long-term mental health issues. Another family member was injured during the incident, and a GoFundMe has been established for funeral costs.

  • CRIMEJul 10 · 21:51 UTCWTVF NEWSCHANNEL5 NASHVILLE
    Man arrested in assault of 84-year-old Nashville veteran

    Metro Nashville Police arrested Donald Wayne Oliver Jr. for allegedly assaulting 84-year-old Navy veteran Dallas Mathis outside a Shelby Avenue gas station, resulting in facial fractures and surgery. The arrest followed surveillance video evidence and a public appeal for help identifying the suspect, with Mathis' family raising funds for medical expenses via GoFundMe.

  • BUSINESSJul 10 · 18:47 UTCBLOCK CLUB CHICAGO
    Casa Cactus’ Unexpected Closure Due To Licensing Snafu Spurs Neighbors To Donate

    Casa Cactus, a Mayfair coffee shop, closed temporarily on June 26 due to a licensing issue with the city. Owner Ozzy Gámez launched a GoFundMe that raised nearly $10,000 in three days to support employees while resolving the issue. The business applied for a retail food establishment license on July 1, but remains closed pending approval.

  • SECURITYJul 10 · 17:53 UTCFOX NEWS
    California man picks up explosive device on a beach during July 4 cleanup, loses hand

    A California man lost his hand after an explosive device detonated while he was cleaning up Fourth of July fireworks debris on a Northern California beach. Jason Turner's injuries include vision and hearing loss, and he requires ongoing surgeries. A GoFundMe has raised nearly $100,000 to cover his medical expenses.

  • HEALTHJul 10 · 02:39 UTCABC7 SAN FRANCISCO
    San Jose house fire on July 4 leaves family displaced, dog critically injured | How you can help

    A house fire in San Jose on July 4 displaced a family and left their dog Mooni critically injured. Firefighters initiated a GoFundMe to cover the dog's medical expenses.

  • CRIMEJul 10 · 02:14 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Parents seek answers after 17-year-old found dead in Deerfield Beach canal

    The parents of 17-year-old D’Quan Mizzick are seeking answers after his body was found in a Deerfield Beach canal. He disappeared Sunday while babysitting cousins, prompting a search that led to the canal where he was later discovered. Authorities say no foul play is suspected pending an autopsy.

  • SECURITYJul 9 · 23:10 UTCKRON4 SAN FRANCISCO
    'I ran after the bus': Friend starts GoFundMe for woman struck by Palo Alto charter bus

    A woman was struck by a charter bus while riding her bicycle in Palo Alto, resulting in severe injuries. A friend has launched a GoFundMe campaign to support her medical expenses, recovery, and daily costs.

  • CRIMEJul 9 · 21:33 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Spring Hill woman found dead in Ohio after visiting man she met gaming online

    Amber Graham, a 37-year-old Spring Hill mother, was found dead in Cleveland, Ohio, after traveling there to visit a man she met online while playing 'Call of Duty.' Her daughter was with her, and friends expressed concern about her decision to go. Graham quit her job via phone, a man became agitated during the call, and her daughter was later found alone, leading to the discovery of her death.

  • SECURITYJul 9 · 11:45 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Boy, 11, recovering after losing hand in Florida alligator attack

    An 11-year-old Pennsylvania boy, Brodie Dituri, lost his right hand in an alligator attack at Nelson’s Fish Camp in Marion County, Florida, during a family fishing trip. His father intervened to prevent a more severe outcome, and the family is now focused on Brodie’s medical recovery. A GoFundMe page has been established to cover his expenses.

  • CRIMEJul 9 · 02:17 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    ‘I just want justice’: Mother speaks out after toddler’s hot car death

    A 2-year-old girl died after being left in a hot car for three and a half hours in Hallandale Beach. Her mother, Cristina Lopez, claims the babysitter left the child with a relative who had dementia, and she is seeking justice for her daughter's death.

  • SECURITYJul 9 · 01:51 UTCKMGH DENVER7
    Want to help Colorado wildfire victims and firefighters? How to make sure your donation reaches those affected

    Colorado wildfires have displaced hundreds and destroyed homes, prompting community efforts to support victims and firefighters. Authorities advise verifying donation requests through official channels and avoiding home-cooked meals for emergency personnel, who instead need capped water bottles. Organizations like Mile High United Way and GoFundMe are coordinating resources and vetting donation drives.

  • CRIMEJul 8 · 23:29 UTCWXYZ ABC DETROIT
    'I just don’t want to go outside': Young shooting victim shares trauma after 4th of July gunfire

    A 10-year-old girl, Ja'Nyiah Davis, was injured during a 4th of July block party shooting in Mount Clemens that left five people, including two children, wounded. The incident occurred as the family celebrated on their porch, and the girl now experiences anxiety and trauma, avoiding outdoor activities. Her father is seeking accountability and has launched a GoFundMe for counseling.

  • CRIMEJul 8 · 21:52 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Loved ones mourn University of Alabama student, friend killed in home where friend was pet sitting

    Two individuals, Jose Felix Alvarez-Duenas and Jazmine Bates, were found shot and killed at a home in Brookwood, Alabama, where Alvarez-Duenas was pet sitting. Both worked at Buffalo Phil’s restaurant in Tuscaloosa, and fundraisers have been established to support their families.

  • WORLDJul 8 · 20:57 UTCABC7 CHICAGO
    2 of 3 children killed after boat capsized on Geneva Lake identified by Wheaton family fundraiser

    Two of three children, ages 7 and 6, died after a boat capsized on Geneva Lake. A Wheaton family launched a GoFundMe fundraiser in their memory, with donations directed to a children's charity.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 23:34 UTCWSVN MIAMI
    11-year-old from Pennsylvania recovering after being attacked by alligator during Marion County fishing trip

    An 11-year-old Pennsylvania boy, Brodie, is recovering after being attacked by an alligator during a fishing trip in Marion County, Florida. The incident occurred at Nelson’s Fish Camp near Umatilla, resulting in the amputation of his right hand. A GoFundMe campaign has raised over $25,000 to support his recovery, and the responsible alligator was captured and killed.

  • CRIMEJul 7 · 22:20 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Entire family of 4, including 2 toddlers, killed when suspected drunken driver slams into vehicle

    A family of four, including two toddlers, was killed when Charles Pace, a 27-year-old suspected drunken driver, crashed into their vehicle on I-75 in Michigan. Pace had a blood alcohol content over three times the legal limit and was arraigned on four counts of second-degree murder.

  • CRIMEJul 7 · 22:20 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Entire family of 4, including 2 toddlers, killed when suspected drunken driver slams into vehicle

    An entire family of four, including two toddlers, was killed in a Michigan crash involving an alleged drunken driver. Charles Pace, 27, allegedly struck a vehicle pulled over on I-75 while speeding with a blood alcohol content three times the legal limit, killing Zakeroa Dodson, Tieree Powell, and their children, Nalani and Karter. Pace faces four counts of second-degree murder and was denied bond.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 16:48 UTCWAFB BATON ROUGE
    ‘He was actually holding it up’: 14-year-old dies after fireworks injury on 4th of July, family says

    A 14-year-old boy, Jacksyn Smith, died after suffering a fireworks injury on July 4 while mishandling a firework device. His family stated he was holding a firework intended for ground use, leading to his fatal injury. A GoFundMe was created to cover his funeral expenses.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 16:48 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    ‘He was actually holding it up’: 14-year-old dies after fireworks injury on 4th of July, family says

    A 14-year-old boy, Jacksyn Smith, died after suffering a fireworks injury on July 4 while mishandling fireworks. He was flown to a children’s hospital but later died, and his family emphasized the dangers of unsupervised fireworks use.

  • SECURITYJul 7 · 16:48 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    ‘He was actually holding it up’: 14-year-old dies after fireworks injury on 4th of July, family says

    A 14-year-old boy, Jacksyn Smith, died after mishandling fireworks on July 4, holding a firework device incorrectly. His family emphasized the dangers of unsupervised fireworks use and described the tragedy as a devastating loss.

  • CRIMEJul 7 · 16:32 UTCWSVN MIAMI
    BSO: 1-year-old boy was fatally struck by his mother outside West Park home; city’s mayor visits victim’s family

    A 1.5-year-old boy, Wilson Matias Jr., was fatally struck by his mother's vehicle outside a West Park home. The incident occurred when his mother, Ericka Cante Hernandez, was driving a 2024 Chevrolet Suburban out of the driveway. The city's mayor visited the family, and the crash is under investigation as accidental.

  • CRIMEJul 7 · 16:08 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Toddler declared dead after pool incident is found alive, parents may be charged

    An 18-month-old toddler in a Phoenix suburb was declared dead after a pool incident but was later found breathing in a hospital morgue hours later. Police records indicate possible negligence by parents due to a marijuana odor and unsupervised pool access, with authorities considering charges.

  • HEALTHJul 6 · 22:12 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    Northville preschool for neurodivergent children faces closure without $150K in emergency funding

    A Northville preschool, the Be Me Center, serving neurodivergent children risks closure by August 1 without $150K in emergency funding. Parents, including Victoria Camaj, highlight the center's critical role in supporting developmental milestones and have launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds.

  • CRIMEJul 6 · 21:56 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    A toddler was found in a pool and declared dead. He's alive and his parents could be charged

    An 18-month-old toddler found in a Phoenix suburb pool was declared dead but later found breathing in a hospital morgue. Police recommend negligence charges against the parents due to potential unsupervised pool access and a marijuana odor at the home.

  • CRIMEJul 6 · 21:09 UTCWHYY
    Northeast Philadelphia Islamic Center targeted in alleged arson attempt

    An alleged arson attempt targeted the Northeast Philadelphia Islamic Center, with a masked individual setting fire to a bag inside the mosque. The Philadelphia chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations is offering a $2,500 reward for information leading to an arrest, and a GoFundMe has raised over $10,000 to support the community center.

  • CRIMEJul 6 · 20:53 UTCAP NEWS
    A toddler was found in a pool and declared dead. He’s alive and his parents could be charged

    An 18-month-old toddler was found in a backyard pool in Phoenix, declared dead after medical staff pronounced him, but later discovered breathing in the hospital morgue. Police recommend negligence charges against the parents, and the hospital is reviewing its procedures.

  • CRIMEJul 6 · 20:27 UTCWTOP DC
    A toddler was found in a pool and declared dead. He’s alive and his parents could be charged

    An 18-month-old toddler found in a Phoenix suburb pool was declared dead but later discovered breathing in a hospital morgue. Police and hospital staff initially performed life-saving measures, but the child was placed in a 'cold room' despite apparent signs of life. He survived and was released, with police recommending negligence charges against the parents.

  • HEALTHJul 5 · 13:13 UTCFOX NEWS
    Australian healing with 'beautiful messages' after losing arm to shark attack

    Leah Stewart, an Australian mother and teacher, is recovering after losing an arm in a shark attack at Sydney’s Coogee Beach. She has found comfort in messages from global supporters during her recovery, which includes multiple surgeries and a medically induced coma following life-threatening injuries.

  • HEALTHJul 5 · 11:00 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Man claiming world’s smallest penis says he’s booked enhancement surgery after public’s help

    Michael Phillips, a 38-year-old US man claiming to have the world’s smallest penis, has raised funds through GoFundMe to book a procedure to enhance his genital size. He expressed gratitude for public support enabling the surgery.

  • HEALTHJul 5 · 11:00 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Man claiming world’s smallest penis says he’s booked enhancement surgery after public’s help

    Michael Phillips, a 38-year-old man claiming to have the world’s smallest penis, has raised enough funds via GoFundMe to book an enhancement surgery. He expressed gratitude for the public’s support in covering the procedure’s costs.

  • CRIMEJul 5 · 09:27 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Gas station shooting kills innocent mother who was buying slushies for her kids

    A 35-year-old mother, Shakeela Martin, was killed by stray gunfire at a BP gas station in Ferguson, Missouri, while returning to her car with two of her children after buying slushies. The shooting occurred during an argument in the convenience store, with a second person injured. Martin, described as a devoted mother, was preparing to move into a new home the day after her death.