What’s Happening Around the Country
Construction worker loses arm after on-site accident
"A man was transported to an area hospital in critical condition following a construction site accident early Monday afternoon in Lenexa. Emergency crews were called to the construction site to…
Man convicted for DUI boating accident that killed friend
"Friday's sentencing by Presiding Morris County Judge Stephen Taylor was for the Aug. 3, 2019 incident on Lake Hopatcong in Jefferson Township in which Zarantonello was operating a boat with…
Operator of self-driving uber car charged with negligent homicide
"The operator of a self-driving Uber Technologies Inc. vehicle that struck and killed a pedestrian in Tempe in 2018 has been charged with negligent homicide in connection with the incident.…
Alcohol-fueled boating accident results in two deaths
"Dylan Steele, 26, has been charged in the crash, which happened Saturday around 9:45 p.m. Deputies say three boats were out together on the river. As they headed back to…
What is required to receive Social Security Disability Benefits?
"According to the Social Security website, to qualify for Social Security disability benefits, you must have worked a certain length of time in jobs covered by Social Security. Generally, you…
Family dog bites six-week old baby multiple times resulting in death
"A six-week old South Dakota boy was mauled to death by his family's dog, sheriff's officials said. The Sioux Falls Argus Leader reports that the Belgian Malinois attacked the baby…