Exploding toilet at Dunkin’ in Florida left customer filthy and injured

Dunkin’ faces a negligence lawsuit from a customer, Paul Kerouac, who alleges that he suffered injuries due to an exploding toilet at one of the chain’s central Florida locations. The lawsuit, seeking over $100,000 in damages, was filed on Wednesday in state court in Orlando, citing “severe and long-term injuries” sustained by Kerouac during the toilet explosion at a Dunkin’ establishment in Winter Park, Florida, … Continue reading Exploding toilet at Dunkin’ in Florida left customer filthy and injured

NYC subway trains collide, causing one to derail

Twenty-four individuals sustained injuries, and hundreds were evacuated following a collision between two subway trains on the Upper West Side Thursday afternoon, resulting in the derailment of both trains, according to officials. The incident occurred when a northbound 1 train, carrying up to 500 passengers, was departing from the 96th Street station after 3 p.m. It collided with another disabled 1 train, leading to the … Continue reading NYC subway trains collide, causing one to derail

Multiple people shot at Iowa high school on first day after winter break

A shooting incident occurred inside a small-town Iowa high school on the early morning of Thursday as students were getting ready for their first day back to classes after the annual winter break, authorities reported. According to a law enforcement official who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to publicly disclose investigation details, the suspect in … Continue reading Multiple people shot at Iowa high school on first day after winter break

Las Vegas judge attacked in court

On Wednesday, a man assaulted a Las Vegas judge in her courtroom, compelling her to seek cover and injuring a marshal in the process, as revealed in video obtained by the 8 News Now Investigators. Deobra Redden, a 30-year-old three-time felon, was present in Clark County District Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus’ courtroom for sentencing on a charge of attempted battery with substantial bodily harm, … Continue reading Las Vegas judge attacked in court

State Capitols Around US Evacuated After Hoax Bomb Threats

On Wednesday, state capitols in Georgia, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, and various other states underwent evacuation procedures following bomb threats, as reported by officials. Gabriel Sterling, Georgia’s chief elections official, communicated via X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, that the commencement of activities at the Georgia State Capitol was postponed on Wednesday morning until an all-clear signal was provided. “There have been multiple … Continue reading State Capitols Around US Evacuated After Hoax Bomb Threats

Man found dead inside plane engine at Salt Lake City airport

Authorities discovered the lifeless body of a 30-year-old man inside an airplane engine on Monday night in Salt Lake City, after he breached an emergency exit onto the airfield, according to officials. Delta Airlines reported that there were 95 passengers on the commercial aircraft at Salt Lake City International Airport when the man was located by police and airport staff. Despite performing life-saving measures after … Continue reading Man found dead inside plane engine at Salt Lake City airport

Man breaks into Colorado Supreme Court overnight, opens fire

In the early hours of Tuesday, a man was apprehended following a break-in at the Colorado Supreme Court, during which he discharged a firearm inside the building, as stated in a news release by state police. According to the preliminary investigation, there is a “high probability” that the incident is unrelated to “recent threats against the Colorado Supreme Court Justices,” as confirmed by the Colorado … Continue reading Man breaks into Colorado Supreme Court overnight, opens fire

Exchange student found in Utah while police look for cyber kidnappers

A 17-year-old Chinese exchange student, Kai Zhuang, who authorities claim fell victim to an international cyber kidnapping scheme, has been rescued after facing near-freezing conditions in a tent outside Salt Lake City. Zhuang reportedly fled his host home on December 28, influenced by cybercriminals who convinced him that his family in China was under threat. His family informed the police that they had paid an … Continue reading Exchange student found in Utah while police look for cyber kidnappers

A Colorado mother suspected of killing 2 of her children makes court appearance

Kimberlee Singler, a Colorado mother suspected of killing two of her young children and injuring a third, appeared in court for an initial hearing in London on Monday, where she was arrested over the weekend. After her appearance in Westminster Magistrates’ Court, the 35-year-old Singler was held in custody. A hearing is scheduled for January 29 to determine whether she should be extradited to the … Continue reading A Colorado mother suspected of killing 2 of her children makes court appearance

Migrant crossings at U.S. southern border reach record monthly high in December

In December, Border Patrol encountered a historic influx of migrants who entered the U.S. unlawfully, surpassing any previous monthly figures in the agency’s history, as per internal federal statistics obtained by CBS News. The data underscores the enormity of the exceptional migration crisis currently confronting the Biden administration. During the initial 27 days of December, U.S. Border Patrol agents apprehended over 225,000 migrants who crossed … Continue reading Migrant crossings at U.S. southern border reach record monthly high in December

Details emerge in Texas head-on crash that killed 6 members of same family

A tragic incident in Texas claimed the lives of six members of a single family, including two children, when a 17-year-old pickup truck driver reportedly collided head-on with their minivan while allegedly traveling in the wrong lane of the two-lane highway, according to authorities. Family members stated that the victims were returning from a post-Christmas outing to a wildlife safari park when the fatal accident … Continue reading Details emerge in Texas head-on crash that killed 6 members of same family

Body found in Illinois in search for missing St. Louis mother

In the search for a missing mother of four from St. Louis, Marquisha Williams, a body has been discovered in the Chicago area. The twenty-nine-year-old went missing a week before Christmas. According to police sources cited by Fox 2 in St. Louis, a body was found during the search. Trenton Ivy, identified as her ex-boyfriend, has been charged with murder in connection with the ongoing … Continue reading Body found in Illinois in search for missing St. Louis mother

Idaho student murders house demolished year after quadruple stabbing

On Thursday, the University of Idaho initiated the demolition of a house near its Moscow campus, where four students were tragically murdered in November 2022. Demolition commenced in the early morning darkness, with crews employing an excavator to dismantle the front of the house located at 1122 King Road just before 7 a.m. Debris was loaded onto trucks and removed from the property, with construction … Continue reading Idaho student murders house demolished year after quadruple stabbing

Death of pregnant teen and boyfriend now capital murder case

San Antonio police have elevated their investigation into the enigmatic deaths of a pregnant teenager and her boyfriend, now treating the case as a capital murder. The tragic incident unfolded days after 18-year-old Savanah Soto, expecting to give birth, and her boyfriend were found lifeless. The authorities are actively seeking two persons of interest in connection with the case. Initially deeming the situation an “unspeakable … Continue reading Death of pregnant teen and boyfriend now capital murder case

Several arrested after pro-Palestinian protesters crowd NYC on Christmas Day

Several arrests were made during a pro-Palestinian demonstration on Christmas Day, where hundreds marched through Midtown chanting “Christmas is canceled here.” Police reported that clashes between some protesters and officers near Grand Central Terminal and Union Square resulted in six arrests for menacing an officer, graffiti, and disorderly conduct. Starting on Sixth Avenue around 2 p.m., the protesters circled the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, which … Continue reading Several arrested after pro-Palestinian protesters crowd NYC on Christmas Day

Teen brothers get into gunfight over presents on Christmas Eve, sister killed

Two teenage brothers are now facing charges following a tragic turn of events during a family dispute on Christmas Eve in Largo, according to authorities. Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri revealed that the 14-year-old and 15-year-old siblings engaged in an argument while Christmas shopping with the family on Sunday. The sheriff explained that the older brother, aged 15, harbored jealousy over the number of gifts … Continue reading Teen brothers get into gunfight over presents on Christmas Eve, sister killed

Treacherous travel underway as blizzard conditions and ice blast parts of central US

A winter storm, intensifying into a blizzard, is sweeping through the Plains and upper Midwest, bringing heavy snow, freezing rain, and strong winds. The hazardous conditions pose significant travel risks during the busy holiday week. The National Weather Service warns of frequent wind gusts ranging from 50 to 60 mph on Tuesday, with isolated gusts reaching up to 75 mph. These strong winds have the … Continue reading Treacherous travel underway as blizzard conditions and ice blast parts of central US

Woman Busted For Beating Man With Christmas Tree

Police allege that a 20-year-old woman, Miracle Rivera, “repeatedly” assaulted her 24-year-old boyfriend with a Christmas tree during a predawn altercation in their Florida residence on December 24. According to a court filing, Rivera and the victim engaged in a “verbal altercation” in the bedroom of their St. Petersburg home early Sunday morning. Around 3:40 AM on Christmas Eve, the victim moved to the living … Continue reading Woman Busted For Beating Man With Christmas Tree

NYC: Two teenage girls randomly stabbed by stranger: ‘Want all white people dead’

During a Christmas morning meal at a Grand Central Terminal restaurant, two teenage girls were randomly stabbed by a deranged attacker, leading to attempted murder charges. The victims, aged 14 and 16 and visiting from South America, suffered non-life-threatening stab wounds at Tartinery in the Grand Central Dining Concourse around 11:25 a.m. Monday, as reported by WABC-TV. The suspect, identified as 36-year-old Steven Hutcherson, allegedly … Continue reading NYC: Two teenage girls randomly stabbed by stranger: ‘Want all white people dead’

Southern border hit by record number of migrant encounters in a single day as thousands flood into Texas

The beleaguered U.S. southern border experienced a historic surge in migrant encounters on Monday, as thousands poured into Eagle Pass, Texas, contributing to a broader influx in recent weeks that has left authorities struggling to cope. Customs and Border Protection sources informed Fox that there were more than 12,600 migrant encounters on Monday alone. This figure excludes the thousands awaiting processing in the Del Rio … Continue reading Southern border hit by record number of migrant encounters in a single day as thousands flood into Texas

Judge orders release of docs naming 177 people involved in Epstein case

Several high-profile associates of Jeffrey Epstein are in for a surprise as court documents, set to be released in the first days of 2024, will expose their involvement. The unveiling, ordered by a judge on Monday and scheduled to occur in 14 days, aligns with a release date of January 1, though the holiday may push the public disclosure to the following day. In this … Continue reading Judge orders release of docs naming 177 people involved in Epstein case

Los Angeles-area boy, 4, shot and killed in road rage incident, 2 suspects arrested

Authorities in Los Angeles County have identified 4-year-old Gor Adamyan, who tragically lost his life last week in a fatal road rage incident while accompanying his family. The incident occurred as Gor Adamyan and his family were en route to purchase groceries on Friday evening in the Los Angeles suburb of Lancaster, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. While the family was driving, … Continue reading Los Angeles-area boy, 4, shot and killed in road rage incident, 2 suspects arrested

Judge temporarily bars removal of Confederate memorial in Virginia

On Monday, efforts to remove a Confederate memorial from Arlington National Cemetery in northern Virginia faced a setback as a court order temporarily blocked its removal. The move represents a setback in the broader initiative to eliminate symbols commemorating the Confederacy from military-related facilities. A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order on Monday, preventing the removal of a memorial dedicated to Confederate soldiers at … Continue reading Judge temporarily bars removal of Confederate memorial in Virginia

Four Dead, nearly 400K without power across Northeast after storms

A potent storm wreaked havoc across the East Coast over the weekend and extended into the Northeast on Monday, resulting in at least four fatalities across four states. The storm caused widespread power outages, road washouts, and prompted the evacuation of a community. In South Carolina, a 72-year-old woman lost her life when her vehicle became submerged in water during the storms, with more than … Continue reading Four Dead, nearly 400K without power across Northeast after storms

Texas governor signs bill that lets police arrest migrants

On Monday, Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott endorsed expansive new measures empowering law enforcement to apprehend migrants crossing the U.S. border unlawfully. This legislation also grants local judges the authority to issue directives for them to exit the country, pushing the boundaries of a state’s jurisdiction in enforcing immigration laws. Critics characterize the law as the most significant state-level effort to regulate immigration since the … Continue reading Texas governor signs bill that lets police arrest migrants