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The Rhode Island Department of Health confirmed a third case of Powassan virus in the state for 2026, affecting a 60-year-old man in Washington County. This is the eleventh case reported in Rhode Island since 2016. The disease, transmitted by ticks, has no vaccine or specific treatment, prompting officials to urge residents to take preventive measures as cases rise nationally.
More than 700 dead deer have been reported in Wisconsin’s Washington and Waukesha Counties amid an Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease outbreak; the DNR says EHD has been detected in deer near Richfield and West Bend and is spreading via midges, with no known way to stop it—though frost may slow transmission. The virus does not affect humans. Residents can report sick or dead deer to the DNR by link, email, or phone.
Five people and five animals were found dead at a rural Forest Grove-area property after a neighbor reported a vehicle fire on Aug. 22. Investigators say Stella Kimsey’s boyfriend, Benjamin Parker, was the suspect; he died by a self-inflicted gunshot in a pickup near Enumclaw, Washington. The victims were Stella Kimsey, Rowan Kimsey, Mary Kimsey, Linsey Haraldsen, and Alvin Chu, killed in a sequence as Parker set fires and fled. A five-count first-degree murder arrest warrant was issued; authorities say forensic work will continue for months as families remember the victims.
Oregon authorities have identified five victims found on a rural property in Washington County near Forest Grove, including the suspect’s girlfriend and her relatives, as investigators probe a quintuple homicide.
Five people were identified as victims in a Washington County homicide investigation at a rural Forest Grove-area property. The victims are Mary Elizabeth Kimsey, 85; Rowan Karla Kimsey, 60; Stella Jade Kimsey, 26; Linsey Mae Haraldsen, 26; and Alvin Raymond Chu, 27. Investigators say Stella Kimsey’s boyfriend, Benjamin Parker, is the suspect; Parker was later found dead in Enumclaw, Washington. Authorities tracked his movements via cell phone data and Flock cameras; two cats and two dogs were found dead at the property, with livestock rehomed. Next of kin have been notified, and a news conference is planned for Monday, Aug. 25 at the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.
Five people and several animals were found dead at a home outside Forest Grove, Oregon. Investigators with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office say the scene is complex and they are conducting a homicide investigation; no details have been released about the cause, identities, or suspects, and updates are expected.
Parts of Washington County experienced heavy overnight snowfall, with some areas like Canonsburg and Washington receiving up to 9 inches, causing disruptions such as canceled deliveries, difficult travel conditions, and residents helping neighbors clear snow.
The 2025 GHSA Division 1 Flag Football Championship will feature Washington County Golden Hawks versus Harris County Tigers on December 15, 2025, starting at 11:00 am.
A mosquito capable of biting ankles has been found in Washington County, prompting a public health alert to inform residents about potential risks of mosquito-borne diseases.
Sheriff Nate Brooksby describes the peaceful surrender of 22-year-old Tyler James Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, highlighting the cooperation of Robinson's parents and law enforcement to ensure a humane arrest.
Two school-aged children in Washington County tested positive for measles, prompting health officials to notify schools and advise unvaccinated individuals and exposed persons to stay home for 21 days, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and cautioning about potential complications.
Dozens of residents in Washington County, near Pittsburgh, were rescued from the Washington Estates Mobile Home Park after heavy rain caused severe flooding, displacing about 50 people and prompting three water rescue boats to be launched. Some residents were stranded for hours, with one describing the flooding as happening within minutes. First responders, including the Canton Township Volunteer Fire Department, provided temporary shelter and assistance to those affected. The area is bracing for more rain, and local leaders are considering regional flood plans to address the ongoing issue.
CBS 6 obtained the audio of the 911 calls made on the night of Kaylin Gillis' murder in Washington County, including calls made by Kevin Monahan, who was found guilty of 2nd degree murder, reckless endangerment, and tampering with physical evidence in connection with Gillis' death after she and her friends mistakenly pulled into the wrong driveway.
Gaylene Runey of Washington County, Oregon, has been dealing with the aftermath of a storm that caused 10 trees to fall on her home, leaving her without water or heat. Despite the extensive damage and financial strain, she remains optimistic, saying, "If you don’t laugh, you’ll cry."