A 77-year-old man from Indiana is facing multiple murder charges after he allegedly shot and killed three people inside a home, then calmly called 911 to report the violent act and waited for authorities to arrive. The suspect, Patrick Waite, was arrested without incident outside a residence on South Scottsdale Drive, near Haubstadt in Gibson County. Deputies say he was standing in the driveway when they arrived, just as he had said he would be during the emergency call. When deputies entered the home, they discovered a horrific scene: two women and a man were found dead. A fourth victim, also a man, was critically injured and transported to an area hospital. Authorities confirmed that four additional people, including a juvenile, were present in the home at the time of the shooting ...

WorldPride, the largest global celebration of LGBTQ+ identity, visibility, and rights. This year's event, which runs from May 17 to June 8, 2025, coincides with the 50th anniversary of Capital Pride, making it a historic moment for the nation’s capital. WorldPride has previously taken place in cities like New York, Madrid, and Sydney. Now, D.C. is taking center stage with a full calendar of parades, festivals, concerts, conferences, and public art installations. Organizers expect hundreds of thousands of attendees from across the globe, highlighting the city’s long-standing ties to LGBTQ+ advocacy. D.C. Celebrates Pride Like Never Before The spotlight event of the season, the WorldPride Parade, is scheduled for Saturday, June 7, kicking off at 2:00 p.m. at the intersection of 14th...

A teenage boy was shot and injured on Sunday, June 1, in Southeast Washington, D.C., as the city continues to reel from a string of violent incidents, including multiple deadly shootings over the recent Memorial Day weekend. According to the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), the boy was shot in an area that has seen a troubling rise in gun-related crimes in recent months. The exact location and circumstances of Sunday’s shooting have not yet been disclosed in detail by officials, but the victim's age has been confirmed as a teenager. Authorities say the boy was rushed to a hospital, where he is currently being treated for his injuries. Previous Shooting Left Two Teens Dead, One Critically Injured This incident follows a particularly violent stretch in the city. On Friday, May ...

A fourth man has now been sentenced for his role in the tragic 2020 killing of 13-year-old Malachi Lukes, closing a painful chapter for the family and community who have waited years for justice. Aaron Brown, 29, of Washington, D.C., was sentenced to 18 years in prison after being found guilty of assault with intent to kill while armed. The sentencing took place in D.C. Superior Court on May 30, 2025. Brown's conviction stems from a deadly ambush-style shooting that occurred on March 1, 2020, when Lukes and his friends were walking toward a basketball court in the Shaw neighborhood of Northwest D.C. According to court records, a group of men, including Brown, tracked the boys using a stolen car. Two individuals exited the vehicle and opened fire with high-powered firearms, striking M...

In a historic and emotional tribute, Union Temple Baptist Church in Southeast D.C. unveiled a striking portrait of Bayard Rustin, the openly gay civil rights strategist behind the 1963 March on Washington. The unveiling took place on June 1, marking the start of Pride Month, and honored a man whose contributions to social justice had long been overlooked due to his sexuality. The portrait now hangs in the church's Hall of History, a space dedicated to honoring those who shaped the fight for justice and equality. The event was organized in collaboration with Pride in the Pews, a national Black church LGBTQ+ inclusion group, and Agape, Union Temple’s own LGBTQ+ ministry. Rev. Willie Wilson, pastor emeritus of Union Temple, spoke of the significance of celebrating Rustin's life and acti...

Authorities in Wood County are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old boy who disappeared on May 31, 2025. The teen, identified only as Ethan, was last seen around 2:30 p.m. on Friday in the city of Pittsville, a small community in central Wisconsin. The Wood County Sheriff’s Department has launched an active investigation and search to locate the teenager, who has not been heard from since his disappearance. His family and local officials are deeply concerned for his safety. Description of Missing Teen According to the sheriff’s department, Ethan is described as: Age: 16 years old Height: Approximately 5 feet 3 inches Weight: About 120 pounds Hair: Blonde At the time he went missing, Ethan was reportedly wearing a black polo shirt and tan ...

More than a decade has passed since a fatal shooting at a Racine bar shocked the local community—but justice has yet to be served. Lewis Hinojosa, the man accused of killing 19-year-old Giovani Tirado in July 2010, remains on the run. Authorities believe he may be armed, dangerous, and hiding under a new identity. The United States Marshals Service and local law enforcement are renewing their efforts to find Hinojosa, now one of Wisconsin’s most wanted fugitives. The case remains active, with investigators urging the public to come forward with any information. Deadly Shooting at Warning Track Bar The incident unfolded in the early hours at the now-closed Warning Track Bar on Racine’s east side. Witnesses reported a verbal argument that quickly escalated between Lewis Hinojosa, th...

Residents of Wisconsin were recently caught in a rare atmospheric spectacle, where the glowing colors of the northern lights clashed dramatically with thick smoke drifting down from wildfires burning in Canada. The result was a surreal sky that blended beauty with concern, offering a memorable but sobering experience for skywatchers across the state. A Rare Northern Lights Display On the night of June 1, 2025, a powerful G4 geomagnetic storm, among the strongest of its kind, made the aurora borealis visible much farther south than usual. Normally limited to regions near the Arctic Circle, the dancing lights appeared over large parts of the continental United States, including Kansas, Missouri, and much of Wisconsin. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) had ea...

A 24-year-old man from Somers Point, New Jersey, who set fire to the home of a family that once considered him a trusted friend, has been sentenced to three years in state prison. The incident, which took place in March 2022, could have ended in tragedy but the sleeping family of three managed to escape just in time. Deshaun Howard pleaded guilty to second-degree aggravated arson earlier this year. His sentencing was carried out under the No Early Release Act (NERA), which requires violent offenders to serve at least 85% of their sentence before being eligible for parole. That means Howard will serve nearly two years and seven months before he can even be considered for early release. The Night of the Fire The fire occurred during the early morning hours while the victims—a mother...

A Port Richmond teenager has reportedly died after jumping from the Staten Island Ferry — just moments after posting a haunting message to Instagram. The teen, whose name has not yet been officially released, is believed to have posted the chilling words “My last day on Earth” before the incident occurred, according to a statement shared by the teen’s sister on Facebook. The event unfolded on a routine ferry trip between Staten Island and Manhattan, a service operated by the New York City Department of Transportation. The Staten Island Ferry, which carries nearly 70,000 passengers daily, is typically a site of scenic commutes — not of despair and heartbreak. On that fateful day, however, the routine was shattered by tragedy. The teen's family, friends, and members of the community ha...