Victoria Goodwin, wife of “Ghost Adventures” star Aaron Goodwin, was arrested for attempting to hire a hitman to kill her husband. Police say she messaged an inmate in a Florida prison, discussing plans to end her marriage and provided details about Aaron’s filming schedule. She allegedly set aside $11,515 to pay the hitman. Aaron, who was unaware of the plot, is still alive, and the … Continue reading Wife arrested for allegedly conspiring to kill ‘Ghost Adventures’ star

A New Jersey judge ruled that prosecutors can use DNA evidence from the STRmix tool in the upcoming trial of Paul Caneiro, charged with the 2018 murder of his brother and his family. STRmix, which analyzes small, complex DNA samples, was deemed reliable by Judge Marc Lemieux, despite defense objections. Caneiro, who has pleaded not guilty, allegedly killed his brother, sister-in-law, and two children before … Continue reading N.J. judge allows use of powerful DNA tool in quadruple murder trial

Two more individuals, Kyle Thurman, 25, and Isaiah Smith, 28, have been arrested in connection with the February death of Southern University student Caleb Wilson, who died after a hazing ritual. They face felony criminal hazing charges. Last week, Caleb McCray, 23, was arrested for criminal hazing and manslaughter after allegedly punching Wilson four times. Smith, who was in charge of the ritual, was seen … Continue reading Two more arrested in connection with Southern University fraternity hazing death

Three individuals have been charged with second-degree murder after a 5-year-old boy, Thomas Cooper, died in a hyperbaric chamber explosion at a Michigan medical facility in January. The explosion occurred at the Oxford Center in Troy, where safety protocols were reportedly ignored. The charged individuals include the facility’s owner, Tamela Peterson, safety manager Jeffrey Mosteller, and primary management assistant Gary Marken. The investigation revealed multiple … Continue reading 3 charged with second-degree murder after 5-year-old killed in hyperbaric chamber explosion

USAID staff were instructed to shred and burn classified documents and personnel files, raising concerns among employees and labor groups amid the agency’s dismantling under the Trump administration. An email from Acting Executive Secretary Erica Y Carr detailed the process for disposing of documents, including using “burn bags” for classified materials. The American Foreign Service Association (AFSA) expressed alarm, warning that some documents may be … Continue reading USAID staff told to shred and burn classified documents

A medical helicopter crashed in Madison County, Mississippi, killing all three crew members—two UMMC employees and a Med-Trans pilot. The aircraft, which had no patients aboard, took off from St. Dominic Hospital at 12:09 p.m. and disappeared from radar 27 minutes later. The crash occurred in a heavily wooded area near the Natchez Trace, prompting road closures. The cause remains unknown, and the FAA is … Continue reading 3 killed in medical helicopter crash in Mississippi

The Trump administration’s Department of Education announced investigations into 60 universities over alleged antisemitic discrimination and harassment. Secretary Linda McMahon warned schools they could face legal consequences if they fail to protect Jewish students under Title VI. The investigations stem from anti-Israel protests following the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks. Ivy League and major state schools, including the University of Michigan and UVA, are among … Continue reading 60 universities under investigation by Trump admin for ‘antisemitic discrimination and harassment’

A New York resident accidentally sparked a massive wildfire while trying to make s’mores in their backyard, authorities said. Using cardboard to start the fire, embers spread due to strong winds, igniting over 600 acres of Long Island’s Pine Barrens. Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency as firefighters battled multiple blazes, with two volunteers injured, ABC News has reported. Officials believe the fires … Continue reading Suspected cause of Long Island wildfires was a resident making s’mores: Police

New York fired over 2,000 prison guards for refusing to return after a 22-day wildcat strike that crippled the correctional system. While fewer than the required 85% of staff resumed work, officials declared the strike over and agreed to honor parts of a new deal, including overtime and a temporary rollback of solitary confinement limits. The National Guard remains in prisons as the state recruits … Continue reading New York fires 2,000 prison guards who refuse to return to work