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Dog accused of starting house fire that killed family pets, destroyed all belongings, officials say
4+ hour, 9+ min ago (137+ words) ENFIELD, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) - A family's dog started a fire that destroyed a home in Connecticut, leaving two high school students without their belongings and pets. Officials were dispatched to the home last Saturday around 7: 50 p. m. for a structure fire....
Body cam video shows police K-9 bite his handler during suspect chase
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (265+ words) JONESBORO, Ark. (KAIT/Gray News) " An Arkansas police officer was bitten by his K-9 while trying to help the dog climb over a fence during a suspect's arrest. It started Sunday morning when a Jonesboro police officer conducted a traffic stop,…...
Dog bites pose growing threat to Richmond mail carriers
6+ day, 14+ min ago (385+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Richmond USPS carriers reported 10 dog attacks in 2025, more than any other city in Virginia. Postal workers deliver mail door to door every day, but the job comes with unexpected hazards. Richmond mail carrier Sherrod Lewis said dogs…...
Man accused of killing dog he intended to eat, sheriff's office says
1+ week, 1+ day ago (76+ words) NEWPORT, Tenn. (WVLT/Gray News) - A man is accused of killing a dog that he intended to eat. According to the Cocke County Sheriff's Office, a deputy spoke with a person who said they witnessed Eddie Mc Coig killing a…...
Petition seeks to regulate pet deposits, monthly fees for renters
1+ week, 1+ day ago (409+ words) RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Renters across the region are calling on lawmakers to cap or end monthly pet fees through a petition called "Abolish Pet Rent." The petition calls on the federal government to pass legislation regulating pet fees, similar to…...
A pop of pink for pets: New RACC adoption center renderings released
1+ week, 5+ day ago (71+ words) WWBT A pop of pink for pets: New RACC adoption center renderings released Goochland County leaders, neighbors question Valley Link on proposed transmission line project Glen Allen 5-year-old suffers four strokes since January, mom raises awareness Driver in critical condition…...
Betrayal of trust: Rescue accused of killing dogs, using mass grave
2+ week, 5+ day ago (76+ words) WWBT Betrayal of trust: Rescue accused of killing dogs, using mass grave City of Wilmington outdoor pools to open Memorial Day weekend Brunswick Co. woman charged after young children allegedly consume illegal drugs Pet of the Week: Donnie from Animal…...
Service dog dispute inspires update to Virginia law
2+ week, 5+ day ago (36+ words) WWBT Service dog dispute inspires update to Virginia law Student in custody after bringing loaded gun to Petersburg High School "Parney" to join Flying Squirrels TV broadcast team...
Completely avoidable: Dog owner charged after pet tethered, dies from heatstroke in Richmond
2+ week, 6+ day ago (54+ words) WWBT Completely avoidable: Dog owner charged after pet tethered, dies from heatstroke in Richmond 2-month-old baby dies after being left in hot car; mom charged Richmond Mayor Danny Avula shares decision to not share Flock data with ICE...
Woman accused of locking puppy in car for over three hours on a nearly 90-degree day, police say
3+ week, 23+ hour ago (377+ words) SANDUSKY, Ohio. (WOIO/Gray News) - A woman in Ohio is accused of leaving her puppy inside her vehicle on a nearly 90-degree day while she attended a theme park. According to Sandusky Police Department records, officers were dispatched to a…...