A report of a missing woman in Wichita Falls led police to a grim discovery and the arrest of a man now charged with her murder. Authorities say the woman’s unexplained absence from work triggered the investigation that ultimately resulted in Matison Johnathan Preville, Jr., 20, being taken into custody. Victim Failed to Show Up … Read more
The Topeka Police Department (TPD) has officially announced the arrest of two local men in relation to a deadly shooting that occurred in November 2024. In a press release dated June 17, 2025, officials confirmed that Julian B. Vann, 33, and Damian L. Lewis, 30, have been taken into custody for their suspected involvement in … Read more
In a tragic and disturbing turn of events, Marquis Ponder, a security guard with Center School District, has been charged with second-degree murder following a deadly shooting near Westport Road and Broadway Boulevard in Kansas City, Missouri. The incident, which unfolded on Friday, May 24, 2025, has led to multiple charges including unlawful use of … Read more
A violent altercation erupted in a Kansas courtroom during the murder sentencing of the convicted killer. The incident occurred when the victim’s mother expressed her emotions and pleaded to the judge, which led to a confrontation between the victim’s family and the defendant’s supporters. Details of the Incident During the sentencing hearing, the victim’s mother … Read more
In Kansas City, Missouri, the family of Jonathan Rodgers, a 35-year-old man tragically killed six months ago, continues to hold a vigil and demand justice. On the night of his death, Rodgers was killed near the intersection of E. 6th Street and Monroe Avenue in northeast Kansas City. Despite months passing, his mother, Zelpha Rodgers, … Read more
In a landmark decision, 54-year-old Steven Couch Jr. has been convicted of the first-degree, premeditated murder of his girlfriend, Carol Williams. The crime, which occurred in 2011, remained unresolved for over a decade, leaving family and friends yearning for justice. This article delves into the details of the case, the investigation’s progression, and the impact … Read more
On March 31, 2025, a fatal stabbing occurred near Central High School in Kansas City, Missouri, resulting in the death of 52-year-old Eric Stennis. Leon J. Reese, 54, has been charged in connection with the incident. Details of the Incident Charges and Legal Proceedings Leon J. Reese faces the following charges: If convicted, Reese could … Read more
In a significant development in the ongoing double homicide case involving the deaths of Veronica Butler and Jilian Kelley, defendant Tad Cullum has filed a motion to recuse and disqualify Judge Jon K. Parsley from presiding over his trial. Cullum’s legal team argues that Judge Parsley’s prior representation of co-defendant Tifany Machel Adams in a … Read more
In a tragic incident in south Kansas City, a 22-year-old woman was fatally stabbed, leading to the arrest and charging of her boyfriend. Incident Details Sequence of Events Charges Filed Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson announced charges against Savage: This incident underscores the importance of addressing domestic violence and ensuring the safety of all community … Read more
In a case that has profoundly affected the Lawrence community, Dawson Edward Paine, a 22-year-old from Topeka, was sentenced to nearly 11 years in prison for the reckless murder of 18-year-old Davin Gregory Kerr, a Lawrence resident. The sentencing took place on March 18, 2025, in the Douglas County District Court. Incident Overview The … Read more