A suspect has been arrested after a USPS mailbox was set on fire in Phoenix, damaging ballots and other mail. The fire, extinguished by the Phoenix Fire Department, initially appeared to have damaged about 20 ballots, but officials later estimated only five ballots were likely destroyed, with the count still under review. Police identified 35-year-old Dieter Klofkorn as the suspect; he allegedly admitted to the … Continue reading Ballots damaged after USPS mailbox lit on fire in Phoenix

The Justice Department reached a $102 million settlement with Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Private Limited, the companies responsible for a container ship that collided with Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, killing six construction workers. The settlement resolves claims of negligence in the ship’s maintenance, which allegedly led to the crash. Funds will cover federal cleanup costs but exclude bridge reconstruction. … Continue reading DOJ reaches $100 million settlement with two companies in Baltimore bridge collapse

Prosecutors recommended resentencing Erik and Lyle Menendez for the 1989 murders of their parents, opening a possible path to freedom after 34 years in prison. Los Angeles DA George Gascón suggested a 50-years-to-life sentence, making the brothers immediately eligible for parole due to their young age at the time of the crime. This recommendation requires judicial approval and parole board consent. Family members, citing awareness … Continue reading DA Recommends Menendez Brothers Get Out Of Prison

The search for Suzanne Simpson, a missing Texas mother of four, has entered its third week. Simpson, 51, was last seen on Oct. 7 after a neighbor witnessed her in a physical altercation with her husband, Brad Simpson, outside their San Antonio home. Brad Simpson was arrested on Oct. 10 for family violence and later charged with unlawful possession of an unregistered short-barrel rifle. His … Continue reading Suzanne Simpson, San Antonio mom of 4, still missing after husband and his business partner are arrested

A federal appeals court vacated Michael Avenatti’s 14-year prison sentence for defrauding clients and ordered a resentencing. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found the trial judge improperly calculated the sentence, giving too much weight to a perjury enhancement and not enough to the value of Avenatti’s legal work and payments to victims. Avenatti, known for representing Stormy Daniels against former President Trump, was … Continue reading Appeals court orders new sentence for disgraced lawyer Michael Avenatti over stealing from clients

Police have arrested Jeffrey Michael Kelly, 60, in connection with three shootings targeting a Democratic National Committee office in Tempe, Arizona, since September. Kelly is also accused of hanging bags of white powder from political signs lined with razor blades. He faces multiple felony charges, including terrorism and unlawful discharge of a firearm. A public tip led to his arrest. Authorities found over 120 guns … Continue reading Police identify suspect arrested in 3 attacks on DNC offices in Arizona

Grizzly bear 399, believed to be the oldest reproducing female in the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem, was killed by a car on Highway 26-89 near Jackson. The 28-year-old bear, known for producing 18 cubs in eight litters, had a yearling cub with her, but the cub was not found or believed to be injured. Grizzly 399 was a beloved symbol of the species, inspiring wildlife enthusiasts … Continue reading Beloved grizzly momma bear struck, killed by car in national park