‘Why our Brookie’: Girl, 9, dies after ‘freak accident’ on motocross bike

Brooke Carlton, 9, was transported to a hospital after a motocross collision but her family said she did not survive. (GoFundMe)

Riverside County, Calif.

California authorities say they are investigating a collision at a motocross track over the weekend that took the life of a young girl.

According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office, first responders were called last Sunday to the Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park at around 10 a.m. regarding a reported crash.

Deputies said they arrived to find good Samaritans performing life-saving measures on an unconscious child, later identified as 9-year-old Brooke Carlton.

She was transported to an area hospital where she was pronounced dead.

Another child was treated at the scene for minor injuries.

Both juveniles were riding electric motocross bikes at the track when the collision occurred, the sheriff’s office said.

A fundraiser for the Carlton family confirmed her death.

“Yesterday, the good Lord called out dear Brook Lily to heaven after a freak accident at a local motocross track,” a message from the family said. “Our entire family is still trying to understand why our Brookie, but we firmly believe that God needed her and called her home to be with him.”

Representatives for the Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park said due to legal obligations they were not available to release any further immediate information. But they did release a statement online.

“We are truly sad. This was such a freak accident and not a time to bash the track but a time to remember this little girl and support her family,” park representatives shared. “We are a community, and we will do our part in supporting the family as well. May you rest in peace, Brooke!”

Brooke reportedly was an ambassador for Go Fast Girls, a motorsports apparel company, with her profile stating that she had just begun racing.

“Hi! My name is Brooke Carlton, and I am 9 years old. I just started racing motocross in the Southern California area and I am gearing up to race BMX too! I love to be out on the track competing with other girls and going fast,” her profile read.

Riverside County authorities said their investigation remains ongoing.

‘Boy Meets World’ actress Trina McGee reveals pregnancy at 54

The “Boy Meets World” alum announced in an Instagram post that she was expecting a child, her fourth. (Jack Plunkett/Invision/AP, File)

Actress Trina McGee says she is expecting a baby — at 54 years old.

On Monday, the “Boy Meets World” alum announced in an Instagram post that she was expecting a child, her fourth.

“At the tender age of 54 I have found myself pregnant,” she shared. “Please bless us with your prayers for a safe delivery. Thank you.”

McGee added that she was going to “sign off social media for a bit” while thanking everyone for their prayers and well wishes in advance.

The actress played Angela Moore, the love interest of fellow “Boy Meets World” character Shawn Hunter from 1997 to 2000.

McGee gave birth to her three younger children in her 20s, ABC News reports. And now she became pregnant again in her 50s naturally.

The 54-year-old reportedly began trying natural remedies such as elixirs about a year ago as she and her husband Marcello Thedford started trying to conceive.

McGee said she hopes the news of her pregnancy in her 50s gives hope to others.

“Honestly, I didn’t think it was such a big deal ... and suddenly I realized it’s very inspirational for a lot of women who are over 40 who are looking to conceive,” ABC News quoted McGee.

Cleaning crew finds more than 200 pounds of meth at Airbnb property, police say

A cleaning crew stumbled upon more than 200 pounds of methamphetamine inside an Airbnb rental home in California. (Alhambra Police Department)

Alhambra, Calif.

Authorities in California say two people have been arrested after a large amount of drugs were found in a rental home.

According to the Alhambra Police Department, a cleaning crew stumbled upon more than 200 pounds of methamphetamine inside an Airbnb rental home.

Officers were called to the residence in the 1400 block of Ethel Avenue after 235 pounds of meth were located inside boxes at the home.

Investigators said the “suspects” were seen on Ring doorbell video using a U-Haul to transport the drugs.

Police said the two people arrested were caught after officers spotted them attempting to make a U-turn when they were returning to the home in the truck.

Alhambra police did not immediately identify the two arrested.

‘It’s been a great 40 years’: Pat Sajak’s final episode as ‘Wheel of Fortune’ host airs Friday

Pat Sajak says he is at peace with the conclusion of his run as host of “Wheel of Fortune.” (Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)

Pat Sajak is sharing his thoughts about retiring from “Wheel of Fortune” before his final episode as host airs this week.

ABC News reports that Sajak, 77, reflected on his 41 seasons and more than 8,000 episodes as the man behind the longtime game show in a recent interview with his daughter Maggie Sajak.

Pat Sajak reportedly said he was at peace with the conclusion of his run on the show and that he is enjoying the final week.

Last year, he announced that the show’s 41st season would be his last.

“This was announced a long time ago, almost a year ago. So, I’ve had time to sort of get used to it,” ABC quoted Pat Sajak as saying in the interview. “It’s been a little bit wistful and all that, but I’m enjoying it and taking it all in and reflecting on the great run.”

Pat Sajak has hosted “Wheel of Fortune” for more than four decades alongside his famed TV partner Vanna White, who joined the show in 1982.

“Wheel of Fortune” has become one of the most successful game shows in history, according to The Associated Press.

Ryan Seacrest is expected to take over as host while Pat Sajak will serve as a consultant on the show for three years after his retirement.

Pat Sajak said he was grateful for the success of the show while being able to connect with fans over the years.

The 77-year-old also said that he could probably continue his role as host but there are other things he would like to focus on.

“I’d rather leave a couple years too early than a couple of years too late,” Pat Sajak shared. “It’s been a great 40 years, and I’m looking forward to whatever’s ahead.”

Pat Sajak’s final episode hosting “Wheel of Fortune” will air on Friday as season 41 wraps up.

Fundraiser earns more than $220K to help 90-year-old veteran retire from grocery store

A successful GoFundMe campaign has helped raise more than $200,000 to help Dillon McCormick retire at 90 years old. (Karen Swensen | GoFundMe)

New Orleans

Thousands of dollars have been raised to help an Air Force veteran retire.

Louisiana resident Karen Swensen recently shared a video of 90-year-old Dillon McCormick working out in the heat at an area Winn-Dixie store.

“How old am I? Just made 90 in November,” McCormick can be heard telling Swensen in the video.

According to Swensen, she spotted McCormick working at the grocery store in temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit on Memorial Day, grabbing carts in the parking lot.

“I watched a 90-year-old United States Air Force veteran collect and push shopping carts at a Metairie, Louisiana, grocery store,” she shared. “Back and forth, back and forth, stacking cart after cart, sometimes more than twenty at a time.”

Swensen said he even got help collecting some of the carts from a few customers who frequently shop at the store.

The former news reporter shared that McCormick found himself still working at 90 years old because he needed the money to help cover his expenses.

“Mr. McCormick is working to eat, he said. He needs $2500/month to live and says he only gets $1,100 from Social Security. So, he must push carts in triple-digit heat to make ends meet,” she wrote while sharing her video.

Swensen said McCormick had the “kindest smile” and the “greatest attitude” even while working for hours outside in the heat.

“He pushes carts for hours. I met regular shoppers who say they see him doing this “all the time,”' she said.

Swensen shared her video while starting a GoFundMe for McCormick in hopes of helping raise money for him to retire.

“Mr. McCormick was born in 1933, making him a part of the Silent Generation. Please, America, let us be his voice. We can do this,” she wrote. “No donation is too small. If we could raise even enough for him to retire for a year, it’s something. Thank you!”

Swensen said the fundraising effort paid off with thousands of dollars being donated within just a few hours.

“Thank you to all who donated to Mr. McCormick’s fund. Together, we raised more than $220,000 in 24 hours, enough for him to retire!” Swensen shared in an update on Tuesday.

She said McCormick will no longer have to push shopping carts in the heat to put food on his table.

As of Thursday, the GoFundMe account had nearly $230,000 in donations.

Swensen said she is going to start the process of transferring the funds to McCormick.

“What a delightful day awaits for him! God bless all of you and God bless our veterans,” she shared.