Police in Washington state are searching for a suspect who stole a fire truck Friday night in Everett, about 30 miles north of Seattle. The suspect drove the stolen 2018 Pierce Enforcer Pumper at high speeds through residential streets, damaging multiple parked cars, trees, signs, and landscaping across at least six locations before fleeing on foot. No injuries were reported. The heavily damaged fire truck … Continue reading Stolen fire truck in Washington state leaves a trail of wrecked vehicles

A 21-year-old suspect, Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez, is in custody after allegedly shooting an off-duty U.S. Border Patrol agent late Saturday night in New York City’s Fort Washington Park. The agent was shot in the face and arm but is expected to recover. Surveillance video captured the attempted robbery and shootout, helping police quickly identify the suspect. Mora Nunez, who entered the U.S. illegally in … Continue reading Suspect named in shooting of Border Patrol agent in New York City park

A Delta Connection flight operated by SkyWest made an abrupt maneuver to avoid a potential mid-air collision with a B-52 bomber while approaching Minot, North Dakota, on July 18. The pilot apologized to passengers, calling it an “aggressive maneuver” done for safety. The flight had been cleared for landing when the B-52 suddenly appeared in its path. It’s unclear how close the two aircraft came. … Continue reading Delta regional pilot makes ‘aggressive maneuver’ to avoid B-52 collision

Federal investigators are probing an incident in San Jose, California, where a car crashed into a post office early Sunday, sparking a fire. No injuries were reported, but the building was heavily damaged. The driver, Richard Tillman—brother of late NFL player and Army Ranger Pat Tillman—was arrested and booked on suspicion of arson. Authorities are also investigating spray-painted messages on the building and reports the … Continue reading Pat Tillman’s brother arrested on suspected arson after fiery crash into post office

The number of people missing after Texas’ catastrophic July 4 flooding has dropped from 160 to three, officials in Kerr County announced, as search efforts enter their third week. The flooding killed at least 135 people, including 107 in Kerr County, with children among the victims at a summer camp along the Guadalupe River. Many initially reported missing have since been confirmed safe. A special … Continue reading Number missing in Texas floods drops from 97 to 3

A Tennessee judge ordered officials to deactivate Byron Black’s implanted heart device before his scheduled execution on August 5 to prevent it from delivering painful shocks during the lethal injection. Black’s lawyers argued the device, which regulates his heartbeat, could cause multiple shocks and severe pain after the pentobarbital dose. The state contested the need to disable the device, saying the drug would keep him … Continue reading Judge orders Tennessee to turn off inmate’s heart-regulating implanted device at execution

A new $250 “visa integrity fee” will apply to many travelers entering the U.S. on nonimmigrant visas, such as student and temporary work visas, starting in the federal fiscal year from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. The fee, part of a law signed by President Trump on July 4, will adjust for inflation in future years. Visa holders who follow their visa rules … Continue reading Millions of travelers to the U.S. could be charged a new $250 “visa integrity fee”

Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell (D) was convicted of first-degree burglary after breaking into her stepmother’s home last year. Arrested in April 2024 during her first Senate term, Mitchell has not yet said if she will resign, though Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy expects her to honor a pledge to step down if found guilty. Mitchell denied intent to steal, claiming she was checking on … Continue reading Minnesota Democrat convicted on felony burglary charge

The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to unseal years-old grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein, citing strong public interest. The move, directed by President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi, comes amid criticism over the administration’s handling of the Epstein case. The Justice Department also filed a similar request in Ghislaine Maxwell’s case. Officials say no evidence was found to support claims … Continue reading DOJ moves to release grand jury testimony in Epstein case

Three members of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Arson/Explosives Detail were killed Friday morning in an accidental explosion at the Biscailuz Training Facility in East L.A. The blast occurred around 7:30 a.m., reportedly involving an explosive device believed to be inert after a routine callout. The victims, described as highly experienced, had a combined 74 years of service. No one else was injured. The … Continue reading Explosion kills 3 LASD deputies at East LA facility