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03/07/2026

Such a sad scenario!

A man fatally shot his wife before turning the gun on himself at an Alabama hospital just moments after they welcomed their first child, police say. No one else was injured.

Police believe the incident was a murder-suicide.

03/06/2026

Today marks a birthday that should have been celebrated with laughter, family, and the simple joy of being together.

Instead, it is remembered with love, gratitude, and quiet reflection.

Sgt. 1st Class Noah Tietjens served his country with courage and dedication. He wore the uniform with honor, standing ready to protect others and carry out a mission greater than himself. But beyond the rank and the uniform, Noah was a man whose life touched the hearts of those around him.

To his family and friends, he was not just a soldier.
He was a son, a brother, a friend, and someone whose presence brought strength and comfort to the people who loved him.

Birthdays are meant to celebrate life — the memories made, the laughter shared, and the moments that shape a person’s journey. Even though he is no longer here to celebrate this day in person, his life continues to be honored through the legacy he left behind.

His service reminds us of the courage it takes to stand in defense of others. His sacrifice reminds us that freedom is not something that comes without cost. And his memory reminds us that a life lived with honor is never forgotten.

Today we pause to remember him not with sorrow alone, but with gratitude.

Heavenly Father,
on this day that marks Noah’s birthday, we lift his soul into Your eternal light. Thank You for the life he lived, for the courage he showed, and for the love he shared with those around him.

Please comfort his family and friends as they remember him today. Let them feel Your peace in their hearts and remind them that the love they shared with Noah will never fade.

Though his birthday is now celebrated in Heaven, his legacy continues to live on here on earth — in the memories of those who knew him and in the gratitude of a nation he served.

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Sgt. 1st Class Noah Tietjens.

Your service, your sacrifice, and your legacy will never be forgotten.

03/06/2026

Not everyone sees
the grief you carry quietly.

Not because the pain is small…

but because explaining it feels impossible.

You learn quickly that not everyone understands what this kind of loss does to you.

So some days
you carry it silently.

You smile.
You answer questions.
You keep moving.

And inside…..

you’re holding a love that no longer has a place in this world.

And if you carry your grief quietly…

you are not the only one.
🤍

03/06/2026

Our condolences to Mikey Brown's family. See comments below for story.

Mikey Brown, owner of Sloppy Chops restaurant, was shot and killed outside Suite 100 Bar and Venue on the city's west side, prompting the business to close.

See the story at the link in the comments.

03/06/2026

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03/04/2026

03/04/2026

Sergeant Mujahid Ramzziddin was shot and killed at approximately 10:15 am while attempting to protect a female subject who was being attacked in a domestic violence incident in a neighborhood near the intersection of Chadds Ford Drive and Chadsey Lane.

Sergeant Ramzziddin, who was off duty and lived nearby, attempted to protect the female and confronted the man who was armed with a shotgun. The subject, who had a protective order issued against him, fatally shot Sergeant Ramzziddin before stealing his service weapon and fleeing in a vehicle.

Responding officers pursued the man approximately 10 miles before he stopped and attempted to flee into a nearby wooded area. The man was shot and killed by pursuing officers after shooting at them.

Sergeant Ramzziddin had served with the Prince George's County Police Department for 14 years and had previously served with the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC, for five years. He was awarded the county’s Medal of Valor in 2006 for his courage while engaging an armed suspect. He was a veteran of the District of Columbia Air National Guard and U.S. Marine Corps.

Sergeant Ramzziddin is survived by his wife and four children.

He was posthumously promoted from the rank of Corporal to the rank of Sergeant

03/04/2026

Beech Grove Police Officer Brian Elliott passed away at the age of 33 on February 16, 2026. Officer Elliott began serving Beech Grove as a Police Officer in September of 2024. Officer Elliott was a 2011 graduate of Beech Grove High School and received his Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from IUPUI in 2015.

He was a graduate of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy class of March 2015, graduating from the top of his class and receiving the Glenda Mercer Memorial Award for top academic achievement. Officer Elliott was a former Reserve Deputy and former Deputy with the Marion County Sheriff's Office working in the sex/violent offender registry before his transition to the Beech Grove Police Department. "A shining star and wonderful person" stated family and colleagues.

Officer Elliott's family noted he loved sushi, the bass guitar, was an avid Metallica fan, followed the Colts closely and enjoyed the movies "Jurassic Park" and "Hot Fuzz." In 2023, Officer Elliott married his wife Erin and was a proud father to their dog, Ellie.

Chief Michael Maurice was quoted as saying that Elliott had left his imprint on the city and department. Officer Elliott is survived by his wife Erin and family. We shall miss him dearly.

(Photo: Brian Elliott)

03/04/2026

Five of the six homicides happened Saturday in Chatham, Albany Park, Chicago Lawn, Bridgeport and Auburn Gresham.

03/04/2026

A fourth U.S. service member has died from injuries after the Iran operation.

Somewhere tonight, a phone rang and a life broke in half. A family sat in silence, staring at a chair that will never be filled again. Boots by the door. A jacket still holding his scent. A voice message saved because they cannot bear to erase it.

He stood watch under a foreign sky so others could sleep safely at home. He carried fear and cold and exhaustion without complaint. He gave his strength, his courage, his last breath… quietly, faithfully, for people he would never meet.

Four heroes gone. Four homes forever changed. Four families learning how heavy silence can be.

Your duty is complete now, warrior. May gentle hands carry you where there is no more war, no more pain, no more lonely nights.

You are remembered in every prayer.
You are honored in every tear.
You are loved beyond words.

Rest easy. You are not forgotten. 🇺🇸🕯️