Former South Carolina Republican lawmaker RJ May was sentenced to 17½ years in federal prison for distributing hundreds of videos of children being sexually abused while publicly advocating for child protection laws. The judge called his actions deeply hypocritical and emphasized the lasting harm to the victims. May pleaded guilty to sharing the videos over a five-day period in 2024 and resigned from the legislature … Continue reading Ex-lawmaker who advocated protecting kids gets 17 years in prison for sharing child sex abuse videos

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced that the Justice Department authorized the seizure of Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson’s devices in a classified leak investigation, reigniting debate over press protections. Bondi said she rescinded previous guidance shielding journalists from searches, emphasizing that the probe involves classified material that could endanger U.S. service members. Agents seized Natanson’s work and personal laptops, phone, and smartwatch, while the Post … Continue reading Bondi defends seizing reporter’s devices over alleged classified leaks involving foreign adversary

An ICE agent shot a Venezuelan man in the leg in North Minneapolis after he resisted arrest and allegedly attacked the officer. Two others joined the assault with a snow shovel and broom handle during the struggle. The man had fled a traffic stop and crashed his vehicle before the confrontation, and he was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The other two individuals involved were taken … Continue reading DHS: ICE officers in Minneapolis shoot Venezuelan man in the leg

Former US Navy sailor Jinchao Wei was sentenced to over 16 years in prison for selling sensitive Navy manuals and ship operating information to a Chinese intelligence officer. Wei, 25, was convicted of six crimes, including espionage, and received more than $12,000 for the materials he provided, which included 60 technical manuals detailing weapons, aircraft, and deck systems on the USS Essex. Recruited via social … Continue reading Former Navy sailor sentenced to 16 years for selling information about ships to Chinese intelligence

A 16-year-old boy, Khyon Smith-Tate, was shot and killed Monday evening inside a Chipotle near Temple University in North Philadelphia. Police say Khyon was in the restaurant with others when he went into the bathroom, where he was found with a gunshot wound to the chest and pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have identified three teenage boys as possible suspects and have taken a … Continue reading Teen shot and killed in Chipotle bathroom near Temple University

Federal officers in Minneapolis used tear gas and eye irritants Tuesday during ongoing confrontations with activists, following the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an immigration agent. The incident, which occurred six days earlier, has sparked protests across the city, including school walkouts in suburban areas to oppose the Trump administration’s immigration sweeps. At least five prosecutors resigned from the local U.S. Attorney’s Office amid … Continue reading Minnesota protesters, agents repeatedly square off while prosecutors quit after Renee Good’s death

Emmy-winning actor and B Street Theatre founder Timothy Busfield turned himself in to authorities in New Mexico after an arrest warrant was issued over allegations of child sex abuse. He is currently in custody in Albuquerque, facing two counts of criminal sexual contact of a minor under 13 and one count of child abuse. The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s office plans to seek to keep … Continue reading Timothy Busfield, founder of Sacramento’s B Street Theatre, accused of child sex abuse

Emmy-winning actor Kiefer Sutherland, 59, was arrested early Monday in Hollywood following an altercation with a ride-share driver. The LAPD said he allegedly assaulted the driver and was taken into custody on suspicion of felony criminal threats. No injuries were reported, and Sutherland was released on $50,000 bond, with an initial court date set for February 2. The “24” star, known for his Emmy and … Continue reading Actor Kiefer Sutherland arrested in Hollywood ride-share driver altercation

A man, Calor Madanescht, 48, was arrested in Los Angeles for allegedly driving a U-Haul truck into a group of protesters demonstrating against the Iranian government. The incident occurred Sunday near the Federal Building in the “Tehrangeles” neighborhood, where demonstrators waved pre-revolution Iranian flags and called for an end to Iran’s regime. Madanescht was booked for misdemeanor reckless driving with $0 bail and released the … Continue reading Man booked on reckless driving charge after U-Haul truck drives through Iran protesters in L.A.

A prison disturbance in northern Georgia on Sunday left three inmates dead and 12 others injured, along with one guard. The fight broke out during visitation hours at Washington State Prison in Davisboro, authorities said. Washington County Sheriff reported multiple major fights occurred during the incident. The Georgia Department of Corrections confirmed the facility was secured and all inmates were accounted for, CBS News has … Continue reading 3 inmates dead, 12 hurt after “major fights” at Georgia prison, authorities say

New York City’s largest nurses’ strike in history began Monday after union negotiations with five major hospitals failed. Nearly 15,000 nurses at Mount Sinai, Montefiore, and NewYork-Presbyterian walked off the job, demanding pay increases, safer staffing levels, full health coverage, pensions, and protections against workplace violence. Hospitals say they are prepared to maintain patient care despite the strike, while the union warned that executives are … Continue reading Largest nursing strike in New York City history begins amid stalled contract negotiations

Stephen Spencer Pittman, 19, has been charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to the historic Beth Israel Congregation synagogue in Mississippi. According to a federal affidavit, Pittman admitted targeting the building because of “the building’s Jewish ties” and referred to it as the “synagogue of Satan.” The fire occurred in the early hours of Jan. 10, damaging the synagogue’s administrative office, library, and several … Continue reading Suspect targeted historic Mississippi synagogue in arson, FBI says

Valentino Luchin, a 62-year-old former Bay Area chef, has been federally indicted for allegedly attempting to rob three San Francisco banks in a single day. Police say he stole about $2,800 from two banks and failed at a third, and he was arrested at his home shortly afterward. Luchin previously ran restaurants including Ottavio, which closed in 2016, leaving him in financial trouble and leading … Continue reading Renowned chef indicted for allegedly trying to rob 3 banks in day

Two men were killed last week when an avalanche struck four snowmobilers near Longs Pass in Washington’s Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The victims, 38-year-old Paul Markoff and 43-year-old Erik Henne, were partially buried in the snow and later recovered by K9 units and airlifted to the Kittitas County Coroner’s Office. Two survivors, Ian Laing and Patrick Leslie, managed to send a distress call and were rescued, … Continue reading Deadly avalanche claims 2 snowmobilers in Washington state backcountry

A suspect has been arrested after a fire destroyed Beth Israel, the only synagogue in Jackson, Mississippi, forcing the congregation to rebuild once again. The blaze, which started in the synagogue’s library, caused extensive damage to the library, offices, and sanctuary, and several Torah scrolls were destroyed. Investigators have not determined a motive, but the suspect is expected to face arson charges and will be … Continue reading Suspect arrested after a fire destroys synagogue in Jackson, Mississippi

A U-Haul truck drove into a crowd at an anti-Iranian regime rally in Los Angeles on Sunday, though two people evaluated at the scene declined treatment. The incident occurred in the Westwood neighborhood, prompting the closure of a 405 Freeway ramp, with the FBI working with LAPD to investigate the driver’s motive. The rally coincides with ongoing protests in Iran, where more than 500 people, … Continue reading U-Haul drives into crowd at Los Angeles anti-Iranian regime protest

Chicago police are searching a Lincoln Park condo for evidence in a double murder case linked to Michael McKee, who is accused of killing his ex-wife Monique and her husband Spencer Tepe in Columbus, Ohio. The couple was found shot to death last month, with no signs of forced entry, after Spencer failed to show up for work. Ohio investigators traveled to Chicago to collect … Continue reading Chicago man charged in killing of ex-wife, her husband in Ohio to appear in court

Federal prosecutors are investigating Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over a $2.5 billion renovation of the Fed’s Washington, D.C., headquarters and his related congressional testimony. Powell said the probe reflects longstanding frustration from President Trump over the Fed’s refusal to cut interest rates as quickly as he demanded, warning it threatens the Fed’s independence. The investigation involves grand jury subpoenas and is being overseen by … Continue reading Fed Chair Powell says he’s under criminal investigation

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from cutting childcare subsidies in five states, including Minnesota, over alleged fraud. Judge Arun Subramanian allowed the funding to continue for at least two weeks while legal arguments proceed. The freeze targeted programs like the Child Care and Development Fund, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, and Social Services Block Grant, which support low-income families. The states—California, Colorado, … Continue reading Federal judge blocks Trump from cutting funds to Democratic states over fraud concerns

Two people were killed and six others injured in a shooting outside a funeral at a Salt Lake City LDS chapel on Wednesday evening. Police said the shooting occurred after an altercation in the parking lot during the service, and an active manhunt is underway with no suspects in custody. Of the surviving victims, three are in critical condition and three are in unknown condition. … Continue reading 2 dead, 6 wounded after shooting outside Salt Lake City funeral

A bodyguard for Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, Justin Salsburey, and his wife, Ruthann Rankin, were arrested on drug trafficking charges after investigators discovered hundreds of pills containing fentanyl, methamphetamine, and MDMA in parcels mailed between 2024 and 2025. Law enforcement observed the couple distributing drugs from their porch and seized large quantities of controlled substances during a home search. Both face federal charges for … Continue reading Vivek Ramaswamy family bodyguard arrested on drug trafficking charges

Two people were injured Thursday in a shooting involving a federal agent in Portland, Oregon, prompting the mayor to call for ICE operations to pause during the investigation. DHS said the incident occurred during a targeted stop of a vehicle carrying a passenger allegedly linked to the Tren de Aragua gang, and an agent fired defensively after the driver tried to run over officers. Portland … Continue reading Two shot by US Border Patrol agents in Portland

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Thursday that she is open to sending additional ICE agents to Minneapolis following nationwide protests sparked by the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Macklin Good by an ICE agent. Speaking at a press conference in New York, Noem declined to define what a federal “surge” in enforcement would involve, citing safety concerns for agents, but said thousands of officers … Continue reading Kristi Noem threatens to send more ICE agents to Minneapolis as protests grow

Minnesota officials say the FBI barred state law enforcement from participating in the investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent, escalating tensions between the state and federal government. Gov. Tim Walz criticized the FBI’s decision, saying an investigation without state involvement can’t be trusted, while the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension withdrew after losing access to evidence. Vice President … Continue reading FBI shuts down Minnesota’s investigation into fatal ICE shooting

Nick Reiner, 32, appeared in Los Angeles court for his parents’ murder case as his high-profile defense attorney, Alan Jackson, abruptly withdrew from representing him. Jackson cited unspecified circumstances beyond his and Reiner’s control, a move that means Reiner will now be represented by a public defender and has fueled speculation that family funding has ended. Reiner is charged with two counts of first-degree murder … Continue reading Nick Reiner lawyer sensationally withdraws from case