Houston, TX….We are saddened by the news today that our Compadre, Dusty Hill, has passed away in his sleep at home in Houston, TX. We, along with legions of ZZ Top fans around the world, will miss your steadfast presence, your good nature, and enduring commitment to providing that monumental bottom to the ‘Top’. We […]
Wasco, CA…The Kern County Sheriff’s Office is saddened to report Deputy Phillip Campas was shot and killed on July 25, 2021 while serving as a SWAT operator attempting to rescue three shooting victims inside of a residence in Wasco, CA. Deputy Campas was a five-year veteran with the Kern County Sheriff’s Office and previously served […]
San Luis Obispo, CA…San Luis Obispo Police Detective Luca Benedetti, a 12-year veteran of law enforcement, was shot and killed Monday while serving a search warrant at an apartment on Camellia Court, off Margarita Avenue near South Higuera Street in San Luis Obispo. The suspected shooter was identified as Edward Zamora Giron, 37, who was […]
Stockton, CA…Today during National Police Week, where we honor the fallen officers who have given the ultimate sacrifice, Chief Eric Jones and City Manager Harry Black announced with great sadness that Stockton Police Officer Jimmy Inn was shot and killed in the line of duty. Here is the preliminary information of what we know so […]
Houston, TX…The following is a statement from acting NASA Administrator Steve Jurczyk on the passing of Michael Collins: “Today the nation lost a true pioneer and lifelong advocate for exploration in astronaut Michael Collins. As pilot of the Apollo 11 command module – some called him ‘the loneliest man in history’ – while his colleagues […]
Washington, DC…It’s with great sadness that Jill and I learned of the passing of Vice President Walter Mondale, but great gratitude that we were able to call one of our nation’s most dedicated patriots and public servants a dear friend and mentor. Jill and I had the opportunity to speak to Fritz and his family […]
Minneapolis, MN….Walter Frederick “Fritz” Mondale (January 5, 1928 – April 19, 2021. The following is a statement from his family. “It is with profound sadness that we share news that our beloved dad passed away today in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As proud as we were of him leading the presidential ticket for Democrats in 1984, we […]
London, UK…This afternoon, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Funeral took place at Windsor Castle. In line with government guidelines, the event was scaled back and it was a very personal family occasion which recognised His Royal Highness’s military associations and included some unique personal touches, which had been specially requested by The Duke. Watch the ceremony […]
London, UK…It is with deep sorrow that Her Majesty The Queen announces the death of her beloved husband, His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. His Royal Highness passed away peacefully this morning at Windsor Castle. Further announcements will be made in due course. The Royal Family join with people around the world […]
Big Sur, CA…On March 24, 2021 at about 1030 a.m. The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office received the report of a body located near Rat Creek and Highway 1 in Big Sur. Deputies responded and discovered the deceased body of 64 year old Nancy Lynn Algert, a resident of Templeton Ca. It appears Mrs. Algert had […]
