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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Shakeela Martin, a 35-year-old mother of five, was shot and killed 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, leading to stray gunfire from a nearby vehicle. A second person was injured, and police are investigating without arrests.

Shakeela Martin, a 35-year-old mother of five, was killed by stray gunfire at a BP gas station in Ferguson, Missouri, while returning to her car with her 9-year-old and 6-year-old children. An argument in the convenience store preceded the shooting, which also injured a man critically. Police have installed surveillance to investigate the incident.

An 11-year-old girl was released from the hospital after surviving a head gunshot wound during a McDonald’s parking lot shooting in Hallandale. The incident occurred when a fight between two men led to gunfire, with the girl caught in crossfire while waiting in her family’s car with her siblings. She is recovering at home but requires ongoing therapy and has bullet fragments remaining in her head.

A 21-year-old woman was severely injured when a suspected drunk driver ran a red light and hit three women in a Denver crosswalk. The driver, Cesario Serrato, was arrested and charged with vehicular assault, while the victim, Izabella Gomez, is recovering from multiple injuries including third-degree burns.

Leah Hixon was shot in the face by a stray bullet during the 2025 Fourth of July in Charlotte, sustaining severe injuries and ongoing emotional trauma. She and her partner, Natalie Mayo, now urge people to avoid reckless gun use, emphasizing that 'guns are not fireworks.' No arrests have been made in the case.

An 11-year-old girl was shot in the head outside a Hallandale Beach McDonald’s and is recovering, thanking first responders and doctors. The shooter, an 18-year-old employee, faces charges, and the girl's father was also injured.