The trial of former Illinois deputy Sean Grayson began Monday in Peoria, over the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black mother of two, in July 2024. Massey was shot three times after calling authorities about a suspected prowler; Grayson claimed he feared for his safety because she was holding boiling water and made religious statements. Grayson, fired and charged with first-degree murder and … Continue reading Trial begins for former Illinois deputy accused of killing Sonya Massey

A driver plowed into a child’s birthday party in Bladensburg, Maryland, on Saturday night, killing one woman and injuring multiple others. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. in a yard tent where partygoers had gathered. Authorities are investigating it as a fatal hit-and-run. The driver, a 66-year-old man, later turned himself in. The deceased victim was identified as 31-year-old Ashley Hernandez Gutierrez from Washington, D.C. … Continue reading Driver plows into child’s birthday party in Maryland killing woman, injuring 13 others

Authorities are investigating the death of a BNSF Railway conductor who was struck by a passing train in Columbus, Montana, on Sunday. The incident occurred around 9:40 a.m. when the conductor was reportedly between two trains, one of which was moving. Columbus Fire Rescue’s assistant chief, Nick Jacobs, said it was unclear how the conductor was struck. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Federal … Continue reading Authorities investigate the death of a rail conductor who was struck by a train

Federal prosecutors have asked a Virginia judge to quickly rule on how potentially privileged materials in the criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey should be handled. The motion concerns lead defense attorney Patrick Fitzgerald, who may face a conflict of interest due to his prior involvement in Comey’s handling of FBI memoranda. Prosecutors proposed a “filter protocol” to allow a separate team to … Continue reading Prosecutors May Push To Oust James Comey’s Lawyer

Human remains found in a shallow grave at an abandoned Philadelphia school are believed to be 23-year-old Kada Scott, who went missing two weeks ago. Police said the medical examiner will confirm the identity and determine the cause of death. The remains were discovered in a wooded area after a “very specific” anonymous tip led officers to search the site. Earlier in the week, police … Continue reading Human remains found in shallow grave ‘believed to be’ missing Philadelphia woman Kada Scott

Typhoon Halong devastated remote western Alaska villages, leaving thousands unable to return home for at least 18 months, Governor Mike Dunleavy warned. Dunleavy requested a major disaster declaration from President Trump to secure federal funding for the lengthy recovery. The typhoon brought 100 mph winds and storm surges up to 8 feet above high tide, destroying homes, roads, and communications in villages including Kipnuk and … Continue reading Major Alaska storm damage could displace thousands for 18 months, governor warns

Until conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was killed there last month, Utah County, Utah, was known mainly for its farms, orchards, and growing tech industry—not national headlines. The assassination shocked the quiet community and left local officials scrambling to fund what could be a years-long, multimillion-dollar murder trial. County leaders estimate the case will cost about $5 million, or 3.3 percent of their annual budget, covering … Continue reading Utah County Prepares for Trial of Kirk Murder Suspect

The Marine Corps has opened an investigation after shrapnel from a 155mm artillery shell struck a California Highway Patrol (CHP) vehicle during a live-fire demonstration at Camp Pendleton. The round reportedly detonated prematurely in the air during Saturday’s 250th Marine Corps anniversary celebration, which had been promoted by the White House. No one was injured, but a CHP patrol car was damaged while officers were … Continue reading Patrol vehicle hit by shrapnel as Marines fired live artillery over California interstate

The U.S. Secret Service recently discovered a suspicious hunting stand near Palm Beach International Airport with a clear view of where former President Donald Trump exits Air Force One. Agents found the elevated stand on Thursday during a routine security sweep before Trump’s return to West Palm Beach. The FBI has taken over the investigation, which is now being led by Director Kash Patel. Patel … Continue reading Secret Service finds ‘suspicious’ hunting stand near Air Force One landing zone in Florida

A Colorado driver survived a 300-foot plunge off U.S. Highway 550 in Ouray last week, sustaining only minor injuries. The Oct. 9 crash sent the pickup truck into the Uncompahgre River Gorge, and rescuers from Ouray Mountain Rescue, the fire department, and EMS rigged a rope system to reach and evacuate the driver. Photos showed the mangled vehicle and the driver walking up the steep … Continue reading Colorado driver walks away from dangerous 300-foot highway crash with minor injuries: ‘A miracle’