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Gwinnett County, GA — Hope Bradley, an 8-year-old from Gwinnett County, has made a big splash in the world of track and field by capturing two gold medals and one silver at the 2025 USATF Youth Junior Olympics, held from July 21 to 27, 2025. Competing against the best youth athletes from across the country, Bradley’s stellar performances have made her one of the brightest young stars in the sport. What Happened Bradley triumphed in both the 400-meter and 800-meter races, securing gold in each event. She also earned a silver medal in the 200-meter race, showcasing her versatility and…

Chamblee, GA — Benjamin Martin, a 15-year-old from Chamblee, Georgia, became an unlikely hero during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. While many were preparing for the storm, Benji was already at the controls of his HAM radio, volunteering through the ARES emergency frequency from his bedroom. What Happened As Hurricane Helene barreled toward the Southeast, Benji was ready to assist. Taking his volunteer position seriously, he quickly activated his HAM radio and started communicating with others in need of help. He was part of a community of amateur radio operators who were vital in assisting during the storm, ensuring communication…

Huntsville, AL — 16-year-old Floyd Turner has been missing since September 25, 2025 and his family is desperately seeking information. Floyd was last seen in Huntsville, Alabama, and despite the passing of time, there have been no updates, sightings, or contact with him. What Happened Floyd Turner has been silent since September 25, leaving his family in a state of deep concern and fear. Silence is terrifying when a child goes missing, and his family and authorities are urgently trying to piece together what happened to him. As of now, no new developments have been reported in the search for…

Jackson, MS — 3-year-old Janae McGill has been missing since late September, and time is running out. This case has become even more urgent after Janae’s mother, Shardee McGill, was found deceased in a body of water in Alabama, and her father, Johnathan McGill, is now in police custody. Despite these developments, Janae is still missing, and her family is desperately searching for her. What Happened Janae was last seen in Jackson, Mississippi, with her mother, Shardee McGill, in late September. Since then, the case has taken a tragic turn. Shardee’s body was discovered in a body of water in…

Northants, UK — 16-year-old Wyatt has been reported missing, and authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating him. Wyatt was last seen in the Northants area but was sighted in Sandy on Thursday morning. What Happened Wyatt is described as being 5’3″ tall, with short blonde hair. He was last seen wearing sky blue trainers, a light blue top and bottoms, and a navy blue jumper. Description Name: Wyatt Age: 16 Height: 5’3″ Hair: Short blonde hair Clothing: Sky blue trainers, light blue top and bottoms, navy blue jumper What Happens Next If you have any information or…

Wilmington, NC — Sabrina Isabella Johnson, a 16-year-old female, was last seen on September 24, 2025, in Wilmington, North Carolina. Authorities and her family are urgently seeking the public’s help to locate her and bring her home safely. What Happened Sabrina was last seen on September 24, and is described as 5’3” tall, weighing 115 lbs, with brown hair and blue eyes. She may have been wearing black sweatpants, a white shirt, and black shoes at the time of her disappearance. Description Name: Sabrina Isabella Johnson Age: 16 Height: 5’3” Weight: 115 lbs Hair: Brown Eyes: Blue Clothing: Black sweatpants,…

Destin, FL — Rebekah McEvoy, a 36-year-old woman from Destin, Florida, has been located safely after being reported missing earlier this week. The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) had been seeking the public’s help in locating Rebekah after she went missing on September 24, 2025. What Happened Rebekah was last seen leaving her residence in Destin, Florida, wearing dark pants, a long-sleeve gray shirt, and carrying a small canvas backpack with a print of Van Gogh’s Starry Night. Authorities had determined that her last known possible location was in the Florida Park area in Valparaiso, Florida. What Happens Next The…

Chicago, IL — The family of Kierra Coles, a 26-year-old African American postal worker, is still seeking answers six years after she vanished without a trace. Coles, who was three months pregnant at the time, disappeared on October 2, 2018, and her family continues to search for closure. What Happened Kierra Coles was last seen in the Chatham neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side, where surveillance footage showed her in her postal uniform, despite having called in sick to work that morning. Later that evening, cameras captured her leaving her home with an individual who has since become a person of…

Bratislava, Slovakia — Slovakia has officially amended its constitution to recognize only two genders, male and female, a move that has sparked both support and concern, both domestically and internationally. The National Council in Bratislava approved the amendment with 90 votes in favor out of 150 members, marking a significant shift in the country’s legal framework. What Happened The newly approved amendment states that “the Slovak Republic recognizes only two genders…which are biologically determined.” This change enshrines a strictly binary understanding of gender into Slovakia’s constitution. Alongside this recognition of gender, the amendment introduces new restrictions on adoption rights, limiting…

Indianapolis, IN — Parents of several girls on the majorette team at Warren Central High School are outraged after their children suffered serious injuries during a conditioning drill on September 18, 2025, when they were forced to perform bear crawls on a scorching hot track. Trinity Peagler, a 14-year-old student, was among those who were injured, with second-degree burns and blisters on her hands that require long-term treatment. What Happened The incident occurred during a majorette practice on the Warren Central High School track, where the girls were instructed to do bear crawls, a physical exercise, in nearly 90-degree weather.…