Decatur, Illinois – Half a century ago, the Decatur community was rocked by a massive explosion at the Norfolk and Western railroad yard. The tragic event unfolded in the early hours of July 19, 1974, when a tank car carrying isobutane collided with a boxcar, setting off a chain reaction that led to a devastating … Read more
Concord, California – In 1944, the Port Chicago Naval Magazine was the site of a tragic incident during World War II. The explosion at the munitions depot resulted in the loss of 320 lives and extensive damage to nearby facilities. The majority of the victims were young African American men working as stevedores, loading explosives … Read more
Decatur, Illinois – It’s been 50 years since the tragic N&W Railyard Explosion rocked Decatur on July 19, 1974. The incident, which garnered national attention, resulted in extensive damage, casualties, and lasting memories for many in the area. A recent reprint of an article by Laura Voyles shed light on the details of the explosion … Read more
BEAVER COUNTY, Pa. – In a significant development marking the one-year anniversary of the tragic shooting death of 15-year-old Asaun Moreland in Ambridge, one of the parties involved in the incident has pleaded guilty to third-degree murder. The individual, identified as Nasean Hunt, 19, confessed to his role in Asaun’s murder during a court hearing … Read more
SURREY, B.C. – In Surrey, British Columbia, Sikh activists have gathered to commemorate the tragic death of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a temple leader whose murder a year ago shed light on alleged overseas targeting by India. Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a New York-based activist who himself faced India’s alleged persecution, has voiced concerns over the revelations … Read more
Orlando, Florida – Eight years after the tragic Pulse nightclub massacre that claimed the lives of 49 individuals, survivors and victims’ families had hoped for a permanent memorial to be in place. However, plans for the memorial have only recently begun to take shape after a failed attempt by a private foundation to build a … Read more
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – One year has passed since a tragic tanker explosion caused a section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia to collapse, affecting thousands of lives for months to come. The incident occurred on a sunny Sunday morning, when a tanker truck carrying thousands of gallons of gasoline crashed under an overpass and exploded on … Read more
Gainesville, Florida – Families and friends of Ajike “AJ” Owens gathered this week to commemorate the one-year anniversary of her tragic murder. The emotional event brought together loved ones to remember AJ’s vibrant spirit and to demand justice for her untimely death. The anniversary memorial was a somber yet powerful occasion, with attendees sharing stories … Read more
UVALDE, Texas – As the anniversary of the Uvalde shooting approaches, courthouses are inundated with lawsuits related to the tragic event. Families and survivors are seeking justice and closure as they navigate the legal system in search of accountability. Since the shooting in 1994 that resulted in multiple fatalities and left a deep scar on … Read more
UVALDE, Texas – As the Uvalde community prepares to mark the two-year anniversary of the school shooting tragedy that shook the town, families of the victims are planning a significant announcement on Wednesday. The event is expected to shed light on their ongoing journey of healing and remembrance in the wake of the devastating incident … Read more