Susan Lorincz was sentenced to 25 years in prison for fatally shooting her neighbor, Ajike “AJ” Owens, through a locked door in Ocala, Florida, on June 2, 2023. Lorincz was convicted of first-degree felony manslaughter with a firearm in August. The judge called the shooting unnecessary, noting that Lorincz was safe in her room and could have waited for law enforcement. Owens, a Black mother … Continue reading Florida woman sentenced to 25 years in fatal shooting of neighbor

The body of 44-year-old hiker Christopher Huyler was recovered over the weekend after he went missing in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Huyler, from Littleton, New Hampshire, was hiking in Franconia Notch State Park on Friday when he fell on icy terrain. His wife reported him overdue later that evening. A search-and-rescue mission found his body early Saturday on Kinsman Ridge, about 2,800 feet in elevation. … Continue reading Hiker’s body found in New Hampshire mountains after ‘significant fall’

A Connecticut couple, Jadion Anthony Richards and Akwele Nickeisha Lawes-Richards, is accused of running a theft ring at Lululemon stores across multiple states, stealing nearly $1 million in merchandise. They allegedly used a tactic where Richards would make a small purchase, then help Lawes-Richards and an accomplice steal items by switching security sensors. Police found over $50,000 worth of stolen goods in their hotel room. … Continue reading Couple accused of stealing nearly $1 million from Lululemon in elaborate shoplifting plot

Around 52 cars worth nearly $5 million were stolen from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport by an organized crime group. Police have identified 14 suspects, with the group believed to operate in multiple states, including New Mexico, Nevada, and Utah. The investigation gained traction in October when three men were arrested with tools used for breaking into cars, including a device to reprogram key fobs, the … Continue reading 52 cars stolen by organized gang at Dallas airport

The city of Las Cruces, New Mexico, has agreed to a $20 million settlement with the family of Teresa Gomez, a grandmother fatally shot by police officer Felipe Hernandez in October 2023. Hernandez, who was fired after the shooting, faces a second-degree murder charge and has pleaded not guilty. The lawsuit accused the city of negligence and claimed Gomez, who was unarmed and posed no … Continue reading A New Mexico city reaches $20 million settlement in the death of a woman shot by a police officer

Elizabeth Gutfahr, former treasurer of Santa Cruz County, Arizona, pleaded guilty to embezzling over $38 million in county funds between 2012 and 2024. She used the money for personal expenses, including ranch renovations, at least 20 cars, and family costs. Gutfahr transferred funds to personal accounts and used fake business accounts to conceal the theft. She faces up to 35 years in prison and must … Continue reading Arizona county treasurer pleads guilty to embezzling more than $38 million for personal expenses

At least four people died after a powerful atmospheric river event, including a bomb cyclone, hit the U.S. West Coast and parts of Canada, causing widespread damage and leaving thousands without power. Nearly 1 million customers lost electricity at the storm’s peak, with hurricane-force winds toppling trees onto power lines. Two deaths occurred in Washington due to falling trees, while flooding and rough seas claimed … Continue reading At least 4 dead after powerful atmospheric river event clobbers West Coast