Debra Worley
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Man crushed by car trying to steal catalytic converter from car dealership, detectives say
The owners of a car dealership in Georgia were shocked to find a body under a car when they arrived to work Tuesday morning. → Read More
Nearly 60,000 car seats recalled for failing seat anchors
More than 59,000 car seats have been recalled for safety issues that could lead to an increased risk of injury, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. → Read More
8-foot alligator hiding in attic startles home inspector
A home inspector in North Carolina uncovered more than just potential structural issues or code violations this week. → Read More
SunnyD uses bold, tangy flavor in new drink just for adults
SunnyD isn’t just for kids anymore. The juice brand is launching a new hard seltzer featuring its bold, tangy orange flavor. → Read More
Woman celebrating 106th birthday still loves her coffee
Mildred Linder, who enjoys being involved in the community, is known as a “super sweet lady” who loves a good cup of black coffee. → Read More
15-year-old with master’s degree prepares for law school
A 15-year-old from Mississippi who has excelled in school is preparing to start the next chapter of his education in law school. → Read More
WWII veteran gets surprise birthday parade celebration
The birthday boy said he felt blessed throughout his life between a loving family, working in construction with his son, and war stories he remembers like it was yesterday. → Read More
Steel water bottles recalled for potential health risks
The FDA said in a news release that there could be lead exposure in the bottom storage compartment of the bottle. → Read More
Couple turns grain silos into boutique Airbnb
A couple in Texas is bringing a new type of Airbnb to Lubbock, after converting six grain silos into a neighborhood of miniature homes. → Read More
Charges reduced for 76-year-old woman accused of killing terminally ill husband
Ellen Gilland was initially charged with premeditated first-degree murder with two counts of aggressive assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. → Read More
Piece of meteorite recovered in south Texas
A piece of the meteorite that entered the atmosphere over Texas last week has been recovered, according to the American Meteor Society. → Read More
Cigarette butt leads police to suspected killer in 1971 murder
Rita Curran was 24 years old when she was brutally beaten, sexually assaulted and strangled inside her Vermont apartment in July 1971. → Read More
8 severed cow heads found in dumpster
The Haywood County (Tenn.) Sheriff’s Office said deputies received a call around 1 p.m. Saturday of a large number of cow heads seen in a Solid Waste dumpster. → Read More
Woman had $180K worth of cocaine shipped to home, sheriff says
The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office said investigators received a tip about a parcel of cocaine being delivered to a home on Feb. 13. → Read More
103-year-old woman celebrates Mardi Gras, watches 80-year-old daughter in parade
After more than a century, Muniz said her love for New Orleans and Mardi Gras hasn’t faded, and she still plans to get the most out of life. → Read More
Nothing Bundt Cakes is giving away free Bundtlets to celebrate Oreo’s 111th birthday
Nothing Bundt Cakes is teaming up with Oreo to create a new cake flavor that will only be available for a limited time. → Read More
Detectives find man accused of murder hiding under the bed, police say
Authorities were called to investigate the remains around 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 9. Through the investigation, detectives identified Devin Scrivner as a suspect in the case. → Read More
3-year-old girl dies after being hit by car in preschool drop-off line
Officials with the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office said the little girl was getting out of a car in the drop-off line at Covenant Christian Academy just after 8 a.m. when she was hit by the same car. → Read More
Man dies in construction accident at ice cream plant
Emergency officials were called around 11:40 a.m. to respond to reports of a construction worker who was hit by a vehicle on the site. → Read More
Barney relaunch is in the works, Mattel announced
The company said it will bring back the Barney franchise via television, film and YouTube. → Read More