A massive fire broke out at the SPS Technologies warehouse in Abington Township, Pennsylvania, around 9:35 p.m. Monday, with witnesses reporting an explosion. All 60 employees were evacuated safely, and no injuries were reported. Firefighters battled the blaze overnight, and as of Tuesday morning, it was still smoldering but contained, NBC 10 Philadelphia has reported. Authorities urged residents to avoid the area. Written by B.C. … Continue reading Massive fire breaks out at Pennsylvania aerospace manufacturer

A Michigan man, Harrison Jones, was arrested and charged with six counts of attempted homicide after allegedly driving over 700 miles to Bensalem, Pennsylvania, and setting fire to a home where six people were inside. The fire, which occurred on Feb. 10, forced residents to jump from second-story windows, injured all six, and killed two dogs. Surveillance footage and license plate readers helped track Jones’ … Continue reading Man drives over 700 miles to set fire to home of man talking with his ex-girlfriend

A federal judge has ordered New York Mayor Eric Adams, his attorneys, and DOJ prosecutors to appear in court to explain the DOJ’s controversial request to dismiss corruption charges against Adams. Judge Dale Ho’s order suggests skepticism over the unusual move, which led to the resignation of seven top DOJ prosecutors. The dismissal request came after Adams agreed to let ICE access Rikers Island, raising … Continue reading Judge orders Mayor Eric Adams, DOJ lawyers to appear in court, explain case dismissal request

Jack LaSota, 34, alleged leader of a cultlike group linked to multiple killings, including the recent shooting of a Border Patrol agent in Vermont, was arrested in Maryland for trespassing, firearms violations, and obstruction. LaSota, who previously faked her death in 2022, has alleged ties to violent attacks, including a stabbing and a double homicide. Authorities continue investigating her group’s role in recent crimes, NBC … Continue reading Leader of cultlike group linked to multiple killings is arrested in Maryland

Native American activist Leonard Peltier, 80, was released from a Florida prison Tuesday after President Biden commuted his life sentence for the 1975 killings of two FBI agents. His imprisonment symbolized systemic injustice for many Native Americans, while critics, including former FBI Director Christopher Wray, maintain his guilt. Peltier, a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, was a key figure in the American … Continue reading Leonard Peltier leaves prison after Biden commuted his sentence in the killing of two FBI agents

Police in North Carolina seized 148 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in concrete landscape pavers ahead of Valentine’s Day. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit discovered the drugs in Pantego, following an earlier arrest in Pitt County. K-9s led officers to the drugs, which were concealed in 84 pavers, each containing 800 grams of meth, the USA Today has reported. The investigation, involving multiple agencies, … Continue reading 148 pounds of crystal meth found in stone landscaping pavers in North Carolina

A single-engine Rockwell Commander plane crashed near Covington Municipal Airport late Saturday, killing both occupants. The aircraft lost communication shortly after takeoff and was found in the woods north of the runway.  Authorities are working to identify the victims, while the FAA and NTSB are investigating the crash , the Associated Press has reported. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading 2 killed in crash of small plane near municipal airport east of Atlanta

Heavy rains in Virginia triggered severe flooding, leading to over 100 rescues, mostly in Richlands, Tazewell County. Around 60 people were evacuated near the Clinch River, and shelters have been opened for displaced residents. In Buchanan County, a family was rescued by neighbors using a boat after floodwaters reached their home. High winds have made power restoration difficult, and emergency crews are now preparing for … Continue reading Over 100 people rescued from floodwaters in Southwest Virginia

A third death has been confirmed from a fiery multi-vehicle pileup inside an Interstate 80 tunnel in Wyoming. The crash involved 26 vehicles, including 16 semi-trucks, and sparked a fire that severely damaged the tunnel. Wreckage and fire-related toxins delayed rescue efforts. Authorities are investigating the cause, and prosecutors may consider criminal charges. The tunnel remains closed, but partial reopening is expected by Wednesday, NBC … Continue reading Third death reported in fiery multi-vehicle pileup in Wyoming tunnel

Severe storms and flooding have killed at least nine people in the U.S., including eight in Kentucky, where heavy rain caused creeks to swell and roads to flood. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear reported 1,000 rescues and warned residents to stay off roads. President Trump approved a disaster declaration for the state. In Tennessee, a levee failure led to mandatory evacuations, while Alabama saw tornado damage. … Continue reading At least 9 people are dead, including 8 in Kentucky from winter storm