Douglas asks for the public’s assistance in identifying possible victims of a man from Pima, Arizona, who was arrested on child pornography charges.
Community Assistance Sought in Child Exploitation Case Leroy Smith, an 85-year-old resident of Pima, faces ten charges related to child exploitation, currently held on a bond set at $250,000. Authorities are reaching out to the public for assistance in identifying any potential victims. Special agents from the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) alongside local police are […]
Douglas HSI Requests Assistance in Identifying Victims of Arizona Man Arrested for Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
Public Assistance Requested in Identifying Victims DOUGLAS, Ariz. – Homeland Security Investigation (HSI) agents, along with officials from the Pima Police Department, are asking for the public’s help in identifying possible victims linked to recent arrests in Pima related to child sexual exploitation offenses. Virgil Leroy Smith, an 85-year-old resident of Pima, made his first […]
Governor Ivey sends a 40-member Alabama rescue team to Texas for flood assistance
Alabama Team Heads to Texas for Flood Relief A group of 40 people from Alabama, skilled in search and rescue, is heading to Texas to assist with disaster relief following a deadly flood that recently hit the state. This team includes members from Alabama Task Force 1, as well as firefighters from Tuscaloosa and Saraland […]
Applications for disaster assistance from USDA are now open
Farmers who have experienced losses in crops, trees, and grape production due to natural disasters in 2023 and 2024 can apply for aid through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) starting immediately. The pre-filled applications were mailed out on July 9th. Farmers can submit the FSA-526, Supplementary Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) Stage 1 Application beginning […]
Lawmakers approve budget supported by Trump that cuts assistance and favors the affluent, according to critics
House Passes Budget Amid Controversy The U.S. House of Representatives approved a budget supported by Trump on Thursday, but Democrats are raising alarms about its potential impact on Alabama’s most vulnerable food assistance programs. They argue that it will harm healthcare services, all to fund yet another tax break for the wealthy. While Republicans celebrated […]
FEMA grants $1.8 million in assistance for Tennessee residents impacted by April storms; Applications still open
Floodwaters have overtaken parts of the road and front yards on Christie Street in Dyersburg, Tennessee, as of April 10, 2025. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has given more than $1.8 million in assistance for individuals affected by the severe storm that hit in April. As of July 2, FEMA has processed 206 applications, […]
Everyone deserves support: The Renewal Project provides mental health assistance throughout Alabama
Launch of the Update Project to Aid Mental Health Care in Alabama This month, a new nonprofit called the Update Project has been officially launched, aiming to provide financial assistance to Alabamians in need of mental and behavioral health care services, which includes support for substance abuse recovery. The initiative tackles ongoing challenges that hinder […]
ICFD provides assistance in Yuma County fire | News
IMPERIAL COUNTY — On Tuesday, January 7th, at approximately 8:45 p.m., the Imperial County Fire Department (ICFD) responded to Yuma, Arizona, in response to a rapidly progressing wildfire near Levy Road and the Colorado River. We have received a request for mutual assistance from the Wildfire Mission. . ICFD said two single resources, Battalion 2805C […]
Federal and state officials seek assistance in investigation of Mexican wolf death near Flagstaff
Contributed/provided by: AZGFD PHOENIX — On Nov. 7, a federally protected Mexican wolf was found dead northwest of Flagstaff, Arizona. Female Mexican wolf 2979 (F2979) was found dead near Forest Service Road 2058 and East Spring Valley Road. This case remains under investigation and there is a reward of up to $103,500 for information leading […]
Swimsuit Model Reportedly Seeks Police Assistance After Frightening Trespassing Attempt
Sports Illustrated cover model Brooks Nader reportedly called the police after someone tried to break into his home. Law enforcement officials said Nader called last week to his rented home in Bel Air asking for police assistance. TMZ. The swimsuit model claimed that two men and a woman appeared at the gate leading to her […]
