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In Smyrna, Delaware, town leaders initiated National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month with the Red Sand Project, symbolizing victims who often go unnoticed. The act aims to raise awareness about human trafficking in everyday spaces. Delaware ranks tenth in the nation for human trafficking reports, with fifty-one signals in twenty twenty-four identifying thirty-two cases and sixty-one victims. Sand is available until the end of January for community members to join in and keep visibility going.

46-year-old Krista Rule, from Wilmington, arrested for 2023 stabbing death of her 72-year-old mother, Denise Wood, in Wolf Creek development. Rule charged with first-degree murder and weapon possession. Motive unknown, case ongoing.

Shocking Arrest: Berlin Coach Faces Serious Charges Bryon Johnson, a basketball coach at Stephen Decatur High School in Berlin, Maryland, has been arrested on third-degree felony sex offense charges involving a child under fourteen. Hes also facing misdemeanor counts of fourth-degree sex offense and second-degree assault. Worcester County Public Schools have taken immediate action to ensure student safety, providing counseling support and emphasizing their commitment to protecting students. The community is reeling from the news, and officials are prioritizing student safety as the case unfolds.

Nossa Casa, a new Brazilian steakhouse, opens in Millsboro, Delaware, after a year of anticipation. The all-you-can-eat rodizio-style spot, located at 109 Main Street, hosts a soft opening on January 13th. Sisters Thaina and Maria Luisa Bittencourt, inspired by family dinners, bring their Brazilian culinary tradition to the community. Servers carve and serve grilled meats, offering diners 90 minutes to 2 hours of feasting. Reservations are filling up fast, so dont miss out on this labor of love.

Delawares first homicide of the year marks a grim start, as gun violence continues to pose a challenge. Despite a drop in overall violent killings, gun-related deaths have risen for three consecutive years. Last year saw fifty-two homicides, a nearly twelve percent decrease from fifty-nine in the previous year. However, shooting deaths increased to forty-seven, one more than the previous year. On a positive note, the total number of shooting victims decreased for the second year in a row, with one hundred sixty-four people shot last year, the lowest since two hundred ten in 2023. As authorities investigate the recent tragedy, Delaware continues to face the persistent issue of gun violence.

Delaware State Police have arrested Krista Rule for the murder of her mother, Denise Wood, in June 2023. The investigation led to Rules indictment for first-degree murder and weapon possession in January 2024. Rule is now in custody at Dolores J. Baylor Womens Correctional Institution, awaiting trial as the community grapples with the shocking crime.

Delaware State Police have made a significant arrest in the homicide case of Denise Wood, a seventy-two-year-old woman found stabbed to death in her bedroom last June. Forty-six-year-old Krista Rule from Wilmington was charged with first-degree murder and possession of a deadly weapon during a felony. After her arrest and arraignment, Rule was sent to Delores J. Baylor Womens Correctional Institution, held on a two million one hundred thousand dollar cash bond. The breakthrough in the case came from the DSP Homicide Units investigation, leading to an indictment from a Kent County Grand Jury. The arrest provides a measure of justice for Woods loved ones as the case heads to trial, with police continuing to wrap up any remaining aspects of the investigation.

Breaking: US and Venezuela explore restoring diplomatic relations, marking a potential thaw after years of tension. US delegation lands in Venezuela, with plans for a Venezuelan delegation to visit the US soon. This comes amidst strained relations due to sanctions and leadership disputes. Both nations appear committed to exploring diplomatic processes, aiming to reopen embassies and missions.