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Houston Man Protects Local Businesses From Looters (Video)
HOUSTON — In the chaotic days after Hurricane Harvey slammed into Texas, one ordinary guy stepped up in a big way to defend his neighborhood…
September 1, 2017
Ruth Kamau
Ruth Kamau is a senior reporter at AmericaNow covering culture, health, and human interest stories. She brings a keen eye for underreported issues affecting communities across America, with a focus on stories that inspire, inform, and spark conversation.
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Mentally Disabled Woman Sexually Abused On Bus (Photo)
On August 24, 2017, a heartbreaking case of abuse came to light in a small Midwestern town, where a mentally disabled woman was sexually assaulted…
August 24, 2017 Crime
Men Attack Innocent Woman, Quickly Discover Her Secret
In a quiet suburb of Atlanta, a shocking act of violence unfolded on August 23, 2017, when two men targeted what they thought was an…
August 23, 2017 Culture
Race Discussion Grows After Charlottesville Violence
RICHMOND, Va. — A Virginia state lawmaker accused Governor Terry McAuliffe of worsening the chaos in Charlottesville just days after the deadly white supremacist rally,…
August 22, 2017 Crime
Man Makes Shocking Discovery On Popular Hiking Trail (Photos)
POPULAR TRAIL, USA — On a sunny August afternoon in 2017, what started as a routine hike turned into a nightmare for one outdoor enthusiast.…
August 21, 2017 Culture
Mom: 8-Year-Old Daughter’s Name Is Ruining Our Family
In a quiet suburb of Atlanta, a mother's decision to give her 8-year-old daughter an unusual name set off a chain of arguments that nearly…
August 18, 2017 Culture
Deli Owner Criticized For Controversial Sign (Photo)
In the summer of 2017, a small-town deli owner found himself at the center of a social media storm after posting a photo of a…
August 15, 2017 Culture
Teen Comes Up Behind Cop, Says Something Shocking (Photos)
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — On a sweltering August afternoon in 2017, a routine patrol turned into an unexpected scene that quickly captured the nation's attention. A…
August 14, 2017 Culture
Amazon Looks To New Food Technology For Home Delivery
SEATTLE — Back in August 2017, Amazon was making waves with hints that it might shake up the way people get their groceries delivered. The…
August 11, 2017 Culture
Man Stuns Restaurant Staff After Making Strange Request
AUGUST 8, 2017 — In a typical evening at a busy diner in suburban Ohio, what started as a routine dinner order turned into a…
August 8, 2017