Several people were injured, some seriously, after a car crashed into a Lao New Year parade in Broussard, Louisiana, on Saturday afternoon. Authorities identified the driver as Todd Landry, who has been charged with driving while impaired and multiple counts of negligent injuring. Officials said he showed signs of impairment, and a breath test indicated his blood alcohol content was above the legal limit. At … Continue reading Man charged with impaired driving after car plows into pedestrians during Louisiana parade

The U.S. Secret Service is investigating reports of overnight gunfire near Lafayette Park, located across from the White House. No injuries were reported, and no suspect was found after authorities searched the area shortly after midnight. The incident occurred while Donald Trump was staying at the White House, though operations continued as normal. Security in the area was increased following the reports, according to officials, … Continue reading Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House

A toddler sustained minor injuries after crawling under a fence at Zoo America and approaching a wolf enclosure. The unsupervised 18-month-old reached through a barrier, where a wolf made contact with the child’s hand, which the zoo described as normal animal behavior rather than aggression. The child was never inside the enclosure, and the incident occurred outside multiple layers of protective barriers. Zoo officials said … Continue reading Toddler injured by wolf at Zoo America after crawling under a fence

The suspect accused of shooting a New Hampshire police officer was killed in a gunfight with law enforcement, officials said. Matthew J. Masse allegedly shot family members and then opened fire on responding officers in Raymond, prompting a large manhunt and shelter-in-place order. After hours of searching, authorities located him in a wooded area, where an exchange of gunfire occurred during an attempted arrest. Officials … Continue reading New Hampshire suspect who shot officer and triggered massive manhunt killed in police gunfight

Two longtime members of the Walnuttown Fire Company were killed Saturday when their utility vehicle was struck head-on while they were assisting in a search for a missing woman in Richmond Township, Pennsylvania. Fire Chief Jeffory Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick Jr. were taken to hospitals but later died from their injuries. Authorities said the driver of the car and a passenger fled the … Continue reading DUI, homicide charges expected against driver in head‑on crash that killed two fire chiefs

A juvenile gray whale that had drawn attention after swimming 20 miles up a Washington state river was later found dead in the Willapa River near Raymond. Researchers suspect the whale may have been driven inland in search of food due to declining prey availability linked to broader population challenges. The eastern Pacific gray whale population has been affected in recent years by reduced food … Continue reading Gray whale that swam 20 miles up Washington state river found dead

Four people were killed when a car fleeing an Alabama state trooper crashed into a tree in Pike County, authorities said. The vehicle, a 2022 Hyundai Elantra, went off a rural road late Friday night during the pursuit, with no other vehicles involved. The driver and two passengers were not wearing seat belts and were ejected from the car, while the fourth occupant was not … Continue reading 4 killed in Alabama car crash during pursuit by state trooper

King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s upcoming U.S. visit risks being overshadowed by pressure to meet victims linked to Jeffrey Epstein. Survivors and families, including those connected to Virginia Giuffre, are urging the king to acknowledge their cases, particularly involving his brother Prince Andrew. The visit is meant to celebrate 250 years of American independence and support strained UK–US relations, but the controversy threatens to … Continue reading Epstein victims demand meeting with King Charles in Washington