California officials said they uncovered a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme involving stolen identities used to bill government-funded hospice care. Prosecutors charged 21 people and arrested 5, alleging they used personal data from nonresidents purchased on the dark web to enroll victims in Medi-Cal. Authorities said the group then bought hospice companies and submitted about $267 million in fraudulent claims. State officials described the case as a major … Continue reading Officials charge 21 people in hospice fraud exceeding $250 million

A former New York City Police Department sergeant, Erik Duran, was sentenced to three to nine years in prison for manslaughter in the 2023 death of Eric Duprey after throwing a picnic cooler at him during a police operation. Prosecutors said the cooler struck Duprey as he fled on a motorized scooter, causing him to crash into a tree and suffer fatal head injuries. Duran … Continue reading Former NYPD officer gets 3 to 9 years in prison for throwing a cooler that caused fatal crash

A Tulare County sheriff’s detective, Deputy Randy Hoppert, was killed in Porterville, California, United States while serving an eviction notice when a suspect opened fire on deputies in what authorities called an ambush. The suspect, identified as David Eric Morales, allegedly barricaded himself, continued shooting at law enforcement, and later exited the home still posing a threat. Authorities said Morales was ultimately killed when a … Continue reading Suspect who killed California deputy run over by armored vehicle after hours-long firefight standoff

Florida’s attorney general announced an investigation into OpenAI over concerns about its chatbot’s alleged connection to a 2025 mass shooting at Florida State University. Officials claim ChatGPT may have been used by the suspect in planning the attack, which left two people dead and six injured. The suspect, Phoenix Ikner, is facing first-degree murder charges, and attorneys for victims are also preparing lawsuits against OpenAI. … Continue reading Florida investigates ChatGPT, OpenAI over alleged role in FSU shooting

A freshman at the University of Southern California lost an eye after being struck by a “less-lethal” projectile fired by a Department of Homeland Security agent during a protest in Los Angeles. The student, Tucker Collins, was photographing a demonstration outside a federal detention center when he was hit, according to his attorney. His lawyer claims the force used violated a court order restricting such crowd-control tactics against journalists and … Continue reading LA teen loses eye after being shot by US agent at No Kings march, lawyer says

A state psychiatric facility has found Decarlos Brown Jr. “incapable to proceed” in his murder case, delaying proceedings until his competency can be restored. The evaluation, conducted at Central Regional Hospital, must still be reviewed and accepted by a judge. Brown is accused of killing Iryna Zarutska in a stabbing on a Charlotte light rail in August that drew national attention. His defense has requested a 180-day continuance, noting that he is … Continue reading Man accused of killing Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte light rail found ‘incapable to proceed’

Emergency crews are conducting search and rescue operations after a partial collapse of a seven-story parking garage under construction in Philadelphia’s Grays Ferry neighborhood. According to Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, one person died after being rescued and taken to Penn Presbyterian Hospital, while two others were treated, and two people remain unaccounted for. The structure, being built for the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia by contractor … Continue reading 1 dead, 2 unaccounted for in Philadelphia parking garage collapse

Gerhardt Konig, an anesthesiologist, was found guilty of attempted manslaughter in a Honolulu court after being accused of attacking his wife during a cliffside hike in Oahu. Prosecutors alleged he assaulted Arielle Konig by trying to stab her and striking her with a rock, though the jury rejected the more serious attempted murder charge. The defense argued he acted in self-defense, while the prosecution presented … Continue reading Hawaii doctor accused of trying to kill his wife during cliffside hike found guilty

A U.S. Army Special Operations Command veteran, Courtney Williams, has been federally charged with transmitting classified defense information to a journalist. Prosecutors allege she shared sensitive materials, including tactics and procedures, through extensive communications and document exchanges between 2022 and 2024. Williams had signed nondisclosure agreements during and after her service, and investigators say she labeled files intended for a reporter. The journalist involved, Seth … Continue reading Army vet charged with leaking classified Delta Force secrets to journalist

Eligible men in the Selective Service System will be automatically registered into the military draft pool by December under a new rule aimed at simplifying the process and reducing costs. The change, mandated by the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, shifts registration responsibility from individuals to the government using federal data systems. Most U.S. men aged 18 to 25 are already required to register, but … Continue reading Automatic registration for US military draft to begin in December

A 23-year-old Texas man, Emmanuel Ahsono Mbwavi, was arrested after allegedly bringing a loaded gun and more than 100 rounds of ammunition into a Houston church. Security at Eden Church recognized him from a prior incident and monitored his behavior before confronting him. A security guard saw Mbwavi reach for his firearm and tackled him before he could open fire, while others helped restrain him. … Continue reading Texas man tackled by church security after bringing loaded gun, ammo to Houston service

Firefighters responded to a blaze at the Magic Castle in Hollywood on Tuesday, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. The fire was reported shortly before 5:30 p.m. at the well-known attraction. Video from the scene showed smoke coming from the roof of the building. The cause of the fire has not been determined, NBC 4 Los Angeles has reported. Officials have not reported any … Continue reading Firefighters battle fire at Magic Castle in Hollywood

A warehouse employee was arrested on suspicion of arson after a massive fire destroyed the Kimberly-Clark Distribution Center in Ontario, California, early Tuesday morning. The blaze began shortly after 12:30 a.m. and required a large response from about 175 firefighters, burning for hours and spreading throughout the 1.2 million-square-foot facility. Investigators quickly deemed the fire suspicious, and the suspect, identified as a warehouse worker, was … Continue reading Employee accused of arson after paper goods warehouse destroyed in massive fire

Tanner Horner pleaded guilty to killing 7-year-old Athena Strand, moving the case from a capital murder trial directly into the sentencing phase where a jury will decide if he receives the death penalty. He admitted to killing the girl in Wise County in November 2022 after allegedly striking her with a FedEx delivery truck, panicking, and then strangling her. Authorities say digital evidence helped track … Continue reading Tanner Horner pleads guilty in killing of 7-year-old Athena Strand

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents shot a man during a vehicle stop in Patterson, California, while attempting to arrest Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez. ICE officials said Hernandez allegedly tried to run over an officer with his vehicle, prompting agents to fire defensive shots, though details remain limited. Hernandez was hospitalized, and his condition has not been disclosed by local authorities. Dashcam footage reportedly shows … Continue reading ICE agents shoot man in car in northern California

Two parents in Pennsylvania, Carrie Sortor and Stephen Wilson, are facing charges after their toddler was injured at Hersheypark’s ZooAmerica. Authorities say the 17-month-old slipped through a fence and reached into a wolf enclosure, where the animal grabbed the child’s hand. Investigators reported the parents were about 25 to 30 feet away and appeared to be distracted at the time. Bystanders helped pull the child … Continue reading Parents charged after toddler injured by wolf at Hersheypark’s ZooAmerica

Two people have died and a third is presumed dead after a car crashed in downtown Portland and went into the Willamette River early Monday. Police said the vehicle was seen speeding the wrong way and running red lights before an officer attempted a stop, but no pursuit occurred. The car then crossed streets near Waterfront Park and entered the river. Rescue teams recovered two … Continue reading Car crashes into Willamette River in Portland, leaving 2 dead and 1 missing

A human skull was discovered during an Easter egg hunt at De Forest Park in Long Beach, authorities said. Police confirmed the remains were human, and a jawbone was also found nearby by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office. The discovery was made Sunday afternoon near a walking trail during an independent event at the park. Officials have not released further details about the … Continue reading Human skull discovered during Easter egg hunt in California

Ron DeSantis signed a law giving Florida officials the power to label groups as terrorist organizations and take actions against them. The measure allows designated groups to lose state funding and be dissolved, and requires universities to report certain students to federal immigration authorities. Supporters say it is meant to protect public resources and safety. Critics argue the law’s broad language could restrict free speech and … Continue reading DeSantis signs Florida law to label groups as terrorists and expel student supporters

Indianapolis city councilor Ron Gibson reported that his home was shot at Monday, with a threatening note referencing opposition to datacenters left at the scene. Police said about 13 shots were fired, and an eight-year-old child was inside the home at the time, though no injuries were reported. Authorities described the incident as a targeted attack and said the FBI is assisting with the investigation. … Continue reading Home of Indianapolis city councilor shot at over his support of datacenters

A small plane made an emergency landing on Interstate 78 in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, on Saturday morning due to reported engine problems. The aircraft, a 1995 Commander 114B, was carrying a 65-year-old pilot from Michigan and a 34-year-old passenger from New Jersey, both of whom were not injured. The pilot had been attempting to reach a nearby airport after departing New Jersey en route to … Continue reading Small plane makes emergency landing on busy Pennsylvania highway

Several people were injured, some seriously, after a car crashed into a Lao New Year parade in Broussard, Louisiana, on Saturday afternoon. Authorities identified the driver as Todd Landry, who has been charged with driving while impaired and multiple counts of negligent injuring. Officials said he showed signs of impairment, and a breath test indicated his blood alcohol content was above the legal limit. At … Continue reading Man charged with impaired driving after car plows into pedestrians during Louisiana parade

The U.S. Secret Service is investigating reports of overnight gunfire near Lafayette Park, located across from the White House. No injuries were reported, and no suspect was found after authorities searched the area shortly after midnight. The incident occurred while Donald Trump was staying at the White House, though operations continued as normal. Security in the area was increased following the reports, according to officials, … Continue reading Secret Service investigates reports of gunfire near White House

A toddler sustained minor injuries after crawling under a fence at Zoo America and approaching a wolf enclosure. The unsupervised 18-month-old reached through a barrier, where a wolf made contact with the child’s hand, which the zoo described as normal animal behavior rather than aggression. The child was never inside the enclosure, and the incident occurred outside multiple layers of protective barriers. Zoo officials said … Continue reading Toddler injured by wolf at Zoo America after crawling under a fence

The suspect accused of shooting a New Hampshire police officer was killed in a gunfight with law enforcement, officials said. Matthew J. Masse allegedly shot family members and then opened fire on responding officers in Raymond, prompting a large manhunt and shelter-in-place order. After hours of searching, authorities located him in a wooded area, where an exchange of gunfire occurred during an attempted arrest. Officials … Continue reading New Hampshire suspect who shot officer and triggered massive manhunt killed in police gunfight