Dallas police seek driver in fatal hit-and-run, 6 year-old killed

DALLAS, TX – A tragic hit-and-run incident claimed the life of a six-year-old girl who was found wandering alone on Beltline Road late Sunday night. Dallas Police are searching for a white Acura MDX believed to be involved in the fatal accident, which occurred near the intersection of Beltline Road and Preston. Authorities were alerted to the incident after receiving a 911 call, but crucial details about the moments leading up to the collision remain …

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Child killed, Mother survives Christmas Eve shooting

BALTIMORE, MD – A Baltimore County mother is grappling with severe emotional and physical trauma after being shot in the head on Christmas Eve. The alleged shooter, the father of her children, is currently incarcerated. The tragic incident also resulted in the death of their four-year-old son and injuries to their one-year-old daughter. The harrowing events unfolded at the family’s home, leaving the community in shock and mourning. Authorities quickly apprehended the suspect, and he …

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Two teens injured in Chicago stabbing

CHICAGO, IL – Two teenagers were injured in a stabbing incident on Friday evening in the city’s South Side. The altercation, which occurred around 5 p.m., took place in the 3500 block of South Martin Luther King Drive, according to local authorities. A 16-year-old boy sustained a critical injury from a stab wound to his neck, while a 15-year-old boy suffered a chest wound and is reported to be in stable condition. Emergency responders quickly …

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Woman on probation caught after fleeing traffic stop

MIAMI, FL – A woman on felony probation attempted to evade police during a routine traffic stop, but her efforts were quickly thwarted. The incident unfolded when officers pulled over a vehicle for a traffic violation. The woman, later identified as Alicia, initially provided a false name, “Katie,” to the officers. The officers became suspicious when the name “Katie Rizzo” yielded no results in their system. As they attempted to verify her identity, Alicia made …

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Family seeks justice for wheelchair victim in Dallas hit-and-run

DALLAS, TX – Tina Roberson’s family is determined to find the driver who hit her while she was in her wheelchair outside a Dallas grocery store. Surveillance footage captured the shocking incident, showing the moment Roberson was struck by an SUV. The driver paused briefly before speeding away, leaving Roberson with severe injuries. The hit-and-run occurred on October 21 in a shopping center on Spring Valley Road. Despite the time elapsed, authorities have not yet …

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Mother accused of killing baby with hair dryer

NEWNAN, GA – A mother from Coweta County has been indicted by a grand jury on charges of second-degree murder and child cruelty following the tragic death of her infant son. The incident, which occurred in November 2023, has shocked the local community and raised serious concerns about child safety and parental responsibility. Authorities responded to Morgan Allison Creel’s home after she reported her baby was unresponsive. Upon arrival, deputies discovered the infant had severe …

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The Dark Side of Variable Annuities

During your early life, you probably rode the ebb and flow of the market, hoping to hit that investment “home run.” And why not? Even though you suffered losses from time to time, you were confident that you would bounce back, and you knew you had plenty of time to recover before retirement. As time passes, investing approaches change. Retirement is when most people think about protecting and preserving their assets, not making big market …

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Estate Planning for Retirees

As you approach retirement, your estate plans may differ from those during other stages of your life. During retirement, a comprehensive estate plan must consider your financial needs, ensure they are met, and provide additional safeguards. The following are some ways to develop this type of plan. 1.  Purchase Long-Term Care Insurance Having to reside in a nursing home or similar facility for an extended period of time can deplete your estate quite quickly. Keep …

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Consider Downsizing in Small Steps

Sifting through a lifetime’s worth of possessions can be daunting if you’re downsizing in retirement or cleaning out a loved one’s house after they pass away. In most cases, people won’t buy anything except rare books, vintage vinyl records in excellent condition, or untouched Cabbage Patch Kids.

What You Need to Know About Asset Allocation

Asset allocation aims to diversify your retirement account across stocks, bonds, and cash. When managing your allocation, your age is a prime consideration because the older you are, the less investment risk you can afford. In retirement, your risk tolerance decreases dramatically, and you cannot afford wild market swings.

Follow these five best practices for managing asset allocation to increase wealth and achieve retirement goals.