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Two Killed in Three-Vehicle Crash at Ashland County Intersection

Two Wooster residents were killed Friday morning in a three-vehicle crash at a busy Ashland County intersection, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

The crash happened around 6:00 a.m. at the intersection of State Route 511 and U.S. Route 30 in Vermillion Township.

Investigators say a 2015 Dodge Dart traveling north on Route 511 failed to stop at a stop sign and was struck by an eastbound 2024 Peterbilt semi-truck. The impact pushed the semi across the median into the westbound lanes, where it then collided with a 2020 Ford Transit van before both vehicles came to rest off the roadway.

The driver of the Dodge, 23-year-old Malachi James Harley John Whitehead, and the driver of the van, 61-year-old David L. Kuhns, both of Wooster, were pronounced dead at the scene.

A juvenile passenger in the van was airlifted to OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital with serious injuries but was later treated and released. The semi-truck driver, a Florida resident, was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Authorities said all occupants were wearing seat belts, and neither alcohol nor weather conditions are believed to have been factors. The crash remains under investigation.

Homicide Investigation Underway After Louisville Shooting Claims Life

The Louisville Metro Police Department is actively investigating a fatal shooting that left a 38-year-old man dead Thursday night in the California neighborhood of Louisville.

Officers responded just before 10 p.m. to reports of gunfire in the 1600 block of Garland Avenue. When they arrived, they located Jashaun Brown suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite emergency response efforts, Brown was pronounced dead at the scene. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office later confirmed his identity.

The LMPD Homicide Unit has taken the lead on the case and is working to determine what led up to the shooting. At this time, investigators have not announced any arrests or identified a suspect. Authorities have also not released details regarding a possible motive.

Police are asking for the public’s help as they continue gathering evidence. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the anonymous Crime Tip Hotline at 502-574-LMPD (5673) or submit a tip through the department’s online portal.

The investigation remains ongoing as detectives seek answers and justice in Brown’s death.

Delaware State Police Identify Victim in Millsboro Fatal Crash

The Delaware State Police have identified 60-year-old Vincent Spinelli of Millsboro as the man who died in a single-vehicle crash Wednesday evening.

The agency’s Collision Reconstruction Unit is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information to contact Sergeant A. Mitchell at (302) 703-3269. Tips can also be submitted through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333 or by private message to Delaware State Police on social media.

Officials also noted that the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and the Delaware Victim Center are offering 24-hour support and resources for those impacted by the tragedy. Assistance is available through the toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or by email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The investigation remains active as authorities work to determine what led to the fatal crash in Millsboro.

Two Young Men Killed, One Injured in Shooting at South Carolina State University

Two young men have died and another was injured following a Thursday night shooting on the campus of South Carolina State University.

The university issued a campus lockdown around 9:15 p.m. after reports of a shooting inside an apartment at the Hugine Suites student residential complex. The lockdown remained in effect until approximately 5 a.m. Friday.

The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) is leading the investigation.

According to Orangeburg County Coroner Sean Fogle, the victims have been identified as:

• Henry L. Crittington, 19, of Orangeburg — pronounced dead at the scene.

• Terrell Tayshaun Thomas, 18, of Norway, South Carolina — transported to MUSC Health Orangeburg, where he later died.

A third individual was injured in the shooting, though officials have not released additional details about that person’s condition.

University officials canceled all classes Friday and made counseling services available to students as the campus community mourns.

About SC State:
Founded in 1896, South Carolina State University is the only public historically Black college and university (HBCU) in the state. It is classified as a Research 2 (R2) institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, signifying high research activity. The university serves more than 2,900 students and has over 30,000 active alumni.

The investigation remains ongoing. Authorities have not yet released information about potential suspects or a motive.

17-Year-Old Shot and Killed Outside Kansas City Apartment Complex

A 17-year-old boy has died after a shooting Tuesday afternoon outside an apartment complex in Kansas City, authorities confirmed.

According to the Kansas City, Kansas Police Department, officers were dispatched around 2:43 p.m. to the area of North 74th Drive and Armstrong Avenue following reports of gunfire. When officers arrived, they found Jai Barnes, Jr. suffering from a gunshot wound.

Barnes was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

Police say no suspects are currently in custody, and investigators have not released details about a possible motive. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under active investigation.

Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Crime Stoppers TIPS hotline at 816-474-8477.

The tragic loss has left friends, family, and members of the Kansas City community mourning the death of a young life cut short. Investigators continue working to gather information that could lead to answers and accountability in the case.

Dayton Educator Leroy “Flip” Hall Remembered for Lifelong Impact in Music and Education

The Dayton community is honoring the life of Leroy M. “Flip” Hall, who passed away on January 31, 2026, at the age of 71.

A proud graduate of Roosevelt High School, Kentucky State University, and the University of Dayton, Hall dedicated his career to education. He taught in the Dayton Public Schools system until his retirement in 2010.

Known for his infectious enthusiasm, Hall’s passion for music was evident in his classrooms, school concerts, halftime performances, and church choir contributions. He was a devoted member of Wayman Chapel A.M.E Church and a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, which he joined while attending Kentucky State University.

Hall was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Clara Hall; his niece, Karmen Newman; and nephews Fadel McCullar and Derrick Davis.

He is survived by his brother Craig W. Hall (Penny); sisters Georgie Underwood, Joan Woods, Stacey Dyer (Eric), and Amy Mitchell (Thomas); nephew Corey W. Hall; nieces Tonya Hall, Kimberly Washington (Byron), Jennifer McCullar, and Ebony Searcy-Hathcock (Antwaun); along with a host of cousins, great-nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

Service Arrangements

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Wayman Chapel A.M.E Church, 3317 Hoover Avenue, with Rev. Gerald A. Cooper officiating. Viewing will take place from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at West Memory Gardens.

The family extends special thanks to the staff at Hospice of Dayton for their professionalism, care, and kindness during Hall’s final days.

Leroy “Flip” Hall leaves behind a legacy of music, mentorship, and meaningful impact that will resonate throughout the Dayton community for years to come.