An Alabama father, 34-year-old Jorge Fonseca, was shot and killed outside a Birmingham barbershop on Saturday afternoon during an argument that escalated into violence in front of his family. Police said the victim and suspect knew each other and got into a physical fight outside the business before the suspect pulled out a gun and opened fire. Emergency responders attempted lifesaving efforts, but Fonseca was … Continue reading Alabama Father, 34, Shot and Killed in Front of His Family During Argument at Barbershop

Three police officers were injured and a 57-year-old suspect was killed in a shooting late Saturday night in West Philadelphia. Officers responded to reports of gunfire at a vehicle and encountered Eric Franks, who allegedly became agitated during questioning. Police said Franks pushed an officer and then drew a firearm, prompting officers to exchange gunfire with him. Four officers discharged their weapons, and Franks was … Continue reading 3 officers wounded, suspect dead in Philadelphia shooting

A plane carrying 12 people crashed in a Missouri field on Sunday shortly after taking off from Butler Memorial Airport during a skydiving operation, killing everyone on board. The flight was being operated in support of Skydive Kansas City, and officials said some family members witnessed the crash. Authorities stated there is no suspicion of foul play, and the cause of the crash is under … Continue reading 12 dead in Missouri plane crash, authorities say

A search is underway for a teenage girl who was swept into the ocean by a large wave while walking with her family at Treasure Island Beach in Laguna Beach, California. Her mother and brother were rescued and are in stable condition, while a bystander who helped also needed to be saved from dangerous surf. Officials have expanded the search using divers, boats, and air … Continue reading Search expands for a teenage girl swept into the ocean in Southern California

Federal authorities executed a search warrant at a Southern California aerospace facility after a chemical tank overheated last month, triggering the evacuation of about 50,000 residents. The FBI searched GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, where agents were authorized to seize records and samples related to methyl methacrylate storage and handling. The warrant also covers documents on cooling systems and other equipment used to regulate the … Continue reading FBI seizing evidence at California plant where chemical tank overheated

Federal prosecutors say Jonathan Rinderknecht deliberately set a wildfire in Los Angeles driven by anger, resentment toward the wealthy, and a desire for revenge against society. The fire later became the destructive Palisades blaze, which killed 12 people and destroyed thousands of homes after reigniting and spreading in strong winds. His defense argues the fire may have started accidentally while he was on a hillside … Continue reading Accused Palisades Arsonist Resented the Wealthy, Prosecutor Says

Jake Lang was arrested in North Texas for the second time in a week, this time on suspicion of making a terroristic threat, according to jail records. He was taken into custody in Frisco after dining at a restaurant and booked into the Dallas County Jail on a $1 million bond. Authorities say the charge involves allegations of threatening conduct that caused public fear and … Continue reading Jake Lang arrested again in North Texas on terroristic threat charge, held on $1M bond

Vance Boelter, accused of a deadly 2025 attack on Minnesota lawmakers, is expected to plead guilty to federal charges in court Thursday. He previously pleaded not guilty to six federal counts, including stalking, murder, and firearms violations tied to the June 14 shootings. The attack killed former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband and wounded state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. Federal prosecutors … Continue reading Vance Boelter expected to plead guilty to federal charges in Minnesota lawmaker shootings

Former Fox News host Steve Hilton has advanced to California’s gubernatorial general election and will face former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra. Both candidates emerged from a crowded “top-two” primary system in which the leading vote-getters advance regardless of party. Becerra led the field with about 28% of the vote, while Hilton followed closely with roughly 25% as ballots continued to be counted. The race highlights … Continue reading Republican Steve Hilton to face Democrat Xavier Becerra in California governor’s race

Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, is seeking access to a $1.5 million trust fund set up by his parents while he faces murder charges in their deaths. Court documents say the trust was meant to provide him funds starting at age 30, but he claims he has been unable to access it since his arrest in December. Reiner has pleaded not guilty to … Continue reading Nick Reiner seeks trust fund money for parent murder defense

A mass shooting at Ohio’s Old West End Festival in Toledo left 12 people injured after a dispute between two rival groups escalated into gunfire, police said. Authorities believe the confrontation began with an argument and chase before turning into an exchange of shots between individuals involved. Investigators said some victims were targeted, but most were innocent bystanders caught in the violence. Police have identified … Continue reading Dispute between rival groups led to Ohio festival shooting, police say

Karmelo Anthony, a Texas teenager, was sentenced to 35 years in prison after being found guilty of murdering fellow student Austin Metcalf during a 2025 high school track meet. The jury rejected Anthony’s claim that he acted in self-defense after evidence showed a confrontation escalated when he allegedly stabbed Metcalf in the chest. The sentencing followed emotional victim impact statements from Metcalf’s family, who described … Continue reading Karmelo Anthony Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison for Murder of Austin Metcalf

A California couple was attacked by a young black bear outside their home in the Sierra Nevada after it became aggressive toward their dogs. The woman was bitten and clawed when she tried to intervene, and the man was also injured while coming to her aid. During the struggle, they fought back using a water bottle and a hatchet, eventually forcing the bear to retreat. … Continue reading California couple used bottle, hatchet to fight off bear, police say

U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros acknowledged speaking to a federal grand jury that later indicted the “Broadview Six” protesters, addressing controversy over his office’s handling of the case. His office said the appearance was meant to reinforce grand jurors’ legal responsibilities amid earlier jury disagreements, including one panel that had refused to indict. Defense attorneys argued his comments amounted to improper personal influence, pointing to his … Continue reading U.S. attorney acknowledges speech to ‘Broadview 6’ grand jury as calls for his resignation mount

Tom Homan said the federal government is preparing what he described as a major increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in New York City. He linked the planned deployment to a recent state law signed by Governor Kathy Hochul that restricts cooperation between local authorities and federal immigration enforcement. The law limits the use of state and local resources for federal immigration actions … Continue reading Homan planning largest ICE deployment in New York City: ‘It’s coming’

The Republican majority report from the House Oversight Committee alleges that Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Governor Tim Walz were aware of fraud risks in state social services programs earlier than they publicly stated. It focuses on the “Feeding Our Future” case and broader alleged fraud in Medicaid and other programs, claiming losses ranging from hundreds of millions to potentially billions of dollars. The … Continue reading Minnesota fraud report accuses state AG of ‘incompetence, willful blindness or worse’

A suspected murder-suicide in Canoga Park in the San Fernando Valley left a father and his twin 10-year-old sons dead. Police responded to a home on Owensmouth Avenue around 7:15 p.m. Sunday, where they found the victims and grieving relatives outside. Witnesses and neighbors described scenes of intense grief as family members reacted to the tragedy. Investigators spent hours processing the home and collecting evidence … Continue reading Father and 10-year-old twin sons shot dead in ‘murder-suicide’ at Canoga Park

A shooting outside Kaiser medical offices in San Jose left two people with life-threatening injuries, a man and a woman found in a shared parking area. Both victims were taken to the hospital, where the man later died and the woman remained in critical but stable condition. Police believe the deceased man was the primary suspect and say the two individuals knew each other, though … Continue reading 2 shot at Kaiser medical offices in California: Police

Three additional cases of New World screwworm have been confirmed in the United States, including one outside the main cluster in Texas. This brings the total number of identified cases to five, affecting cattle, goats, and a dog in Texas and New Mexico. The parasite, caused by fly larvae that feed on living flesh, poses a serious threat to livestock, wildlife, pets, and occasionally humans. … Continue reading A flesh-eating cattle parasite spreads beyond Texas as new screwworm cases are found

A trailer carrying fireworks erupted in flames on Interstate 75 near Ooltewah, creating a dramatic roadside explosion just before the Fourth of July weekend. Fire officials said the work truck’s box trailer became fully engulfed, causing fireworks to detonate and launch in multiple directions across the highway. Cellphone video showed intense bursts of fireworks shooting into the sky while thick smoke covered the roadway. Authorities … Continue reading Trailer carrying fireworks ignites in spectacular display on Tennessee highway

More than 10,000 bottles of bourbon were stolen in a coordinated cargo theft from a warehouse in Philadelphia, according to company officials. The theft, which occurred in broad daylight, involved about 1,800 cases of Noble Oak Bourbon valued at roughly $500,000. Investigators say suspects may have tricked warehouse workers into allowing access and loading the goods under false pretenses. The company described the incident as … Continue reading $500K worth of bourbon stolen from Philly warehouse, company officials say

An 18-year-old man died on Wednesday after suffering a heat-related illness while hiking in the Grand Canyon. Emergency responders were called shortly before 2 p.m. to the Bright Angel Trail below Havasupai Gardens. Rangers located him in a remote area near Garden Creek, about 30 feet below the trail. Despite a rapid response and helicopter rescue efforts, he did not survive, AZ Family has reported. … Continue reading Hiker dies from heat-related illness at Grand Canyon National Park

At least 12 people were shot near a festival in Toledo, prompting a police search for suspects. Authorities said 10 victims are in stable condition while two remain critically injured. The shooting occurred near the Old West End Festival, and police believe two individuals were firing at each other during the incident. Victims ranged in age from 16 to 61, with witnesses describing chaos as … Continue reading Manhunt continues after 12 people shot near festival in Ohio

Six people were injured in a knife attack at Penn Station in New York City on Sunday evening, according to authorities. The fire department reported that victims suffered injuries ranging from minor to serious and were taken to nearby hospitals, with one in serious condition. Amtrak officials said five people were slashed and all were stable, and a knife was recovered at the scene. Police … Continue reading 6 injured in knife attack at New York City’s Penn Station

David Glen Shuck has been charged after allegedly making repeated death threats against a U.S. senator and the senator’s family. Authorities say he faces multiple counts related to threatening a member of Congress and communicating interstate threats. Court documents allege Shuck called the senator on three separate occasions and threatened to kill him and his relatives. The case is being investigated by the U.S. Capitol Police and … Continue reading Oklahoma man charged with threatening US Senator