Delta planes collide, ripping off wing, while taxiing at LaGuardia

Two Delta Connection regional jets collided while taxiing at New York’s LaGuardia Airport on Wednesday night, tearing off part of a wing and denting a fuselage. The incident involved Endeavor Air flight 5155 bound for Roanoke and flight 5047 arriving from Charlotte. Passengers described the impact as “super jarring,” though no travelers were injured; one flight attendant was hospitalized with minor injuries. Emergency crews responded … Continue reading Delta planes collide, ripping off wing, while taxiing at LaGuardia

FBI takes 4 illegal immigrants in Portland into custody after lasers aimed at CBP aircraft

Four undocumented Mexican men were arrested in Portland for pointing a laser at a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) helicopter, endangering the pilot, crew, and public. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) took Diogenes Albores-Suchiapa, Andres Brian Lopez-Labra, Benito Zamora-Alvarez, and Hector Miranda Mendoza into custody after tracing the laser to a residence. Authorities highlighted the danger of laser strikes on aircraft and noted the … Continue reading FBI takes 4 illegal immigrants in Portland into custody after lasers aimed at CBP aircraft

Federal employee taken into custody following “active shooter hoax” at NJ’s largest military base

A federal employee was arrested for allegedly spreading a false active shooter threat at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey, triggering a morning lockdown. The lockdown, which affected over 42,000 personnel across one of the nation’s largest military installations, was lifted within an hour. Acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba condemned the “senseless fear-mongering” and pledged legal action, the Associated Press has reported. The incident occurred … Continue reading Federal employee taken into custody following “active shooter hoax” at NJ’s largest military base

California sisters missing for 36 years found alive as search shifts to mother’s killer

Two California sisters, missing for 36 years, have been found alive in Ventura County, California, after being raised by foster parents under new names. Jasmin and Elizabeth Ramos were just infants when their mother, Marina Ramos, was murdered in Mohave County, Arizona, in 1989, and the girls were abandoned days later in an Oxnard park restroom. Using familial DNA, Arizona investigators traced the sisters to … Continue reading California sisters missing for 36 years found alive as search shifts to mother’s killer

Judge rejects Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ bid to toss prostitution convictions

A federal judge has denied Sean “Diddy” Combs’ request to overturn his prostitution-related convictions, clearing the way for his sentencing Friday. Combs was convicted on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution under the Mann Act, each carrying up to 10 years in prison, but acquitted on one racketeering count and two sex trafficking charges. Prosecutors accused him of running a decade-long scheme involving “freak-offs,” … Continue reading Judge rejects Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ bid to toss prostitution convictions

Feds find 200,000 more SIM cards in N.J. after disrupting network

Federal agents discovered an additional 200,000 SIM cards in New Jersey linked to a massive telecommunications network in the New York Tri-State area, previously seized by the Secret Service. The network, possibly connected to Chinese actors, had over 100,000 SIM cards across 300 servers capable of sending 30 million texts per minute and disrupting cell towers or emergency communications. Early analysis suggests the network was … Continue reading Feds find 200,000 more SIM cards in N.J. after disrupting network

Louisiana governor asks for national guard deployment to New Orleans

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry has asked the Trump administration to deploy 1,000 National Guard troops to New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport through fiscal year 2026, citing violent crime, police shortages, and disaster preparedness. Landry praised Trump’s recent use of troops in Washington and Memphis, though crime data shows sharp declines in murders, shootings, and carjackings in New Orleans, with 2025 on pace for the … Continue reading Louisiana governor asks for national guard deployment to New Orleans

Man who killed Florida inventor and his wife becomes record 13th inmate executed in state

Florida executed Victor Tony Jones, 64, on Sept. 30 for the 1990 murders of Miami inventor Jack Nestor and his wife, Dolly, marking the state’s 13th execution this year — a record — and the 34th nationwide, the most since 2014. Jones fatally stabbed the couple during a robbery after Dolly refused to pay him for unfinished work. Jack managed to shoot Jones in the … Continue reading Man who killed Florida inventor and his wife becomes record 13th inmate executed in state

Shark attacks competitive swimmer near popular Calif. tourist spot

A 54-year-old man was bitten by a shark early Tuesday while swimming between Catalina Island and Orange County as part of a long-distance event. The attack happened about 8 miles off Catalina around 1:30 a.m. The swimmer, bitten on the leg and foot, was rescued by boat and later taken to a hospital in fair condition, conscious and alert. Experts note shark attacks in California … Continue reading Shark attacks competitive swimmer near popular Calif. tourist spot

Scorned husband set lawmaker on fire for having AFFAIR with his wife

A Virginia court heard that Shotsie Michael Buck-Hayes allegedly set Danville City Council member Lee Vogler on fire in July, accusing him of having an affair with his wife. Prosecutors say Buck-Hayes poured gasoline on Vogler at his office before igniting him, leaving Vogler with severe burns to 60% of his body. Witnesses testified seeing the attack and its aftermath, while Vogler’s wife described his … Continue reading Scorned husband set lawmaker on fire for having AFFAIR with his wife

Cops blow up mystery package before Turning Point USA event in Utah

Police evacuated Utah State University’s Old Main building after a suspicious package was found just hours before a Turning Point event, the first since Charlie Kirk was killed on campus. The parcel was discovered in the Taggart Student Center basement, prompting a bomb squad to detonate it. Students were ordered to leave immediately as officers cleared the area. The event was later moved to another … Continue reading Cops blow up mystery package before Turning Point USA event in Utah

Hegseth tells troops to resign if they oppose plan to scrap ‘woke’ policies, restore warrior ethos

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth told troops at Quantico that the military’s mission is solely to prepare for and win wars, rejecting “woke” diversity programs and relaxed standards. He urged those opposed to his message to resign and announced 10 directives restoring pre-2015 combat standards, enforcing strict grooming rules, mandating gender-neutral fitness tests, and returning basic training to harsher, more disciplined practices. Hegseth criticized DEI … Continue reading Hegseth tells troops to resign if they oppose plan to scrap ‘woke’ policies, restore warrior ethos

Police: Deadly shooting in North Carolina was ‘highly premeditated’ and location was ‘targeted’

A mass shooting in Southport, North Carolina, left three dead and five injured after suspect Nigel Edge, 40, allegedly opened fire from a boat at the American Fish Company waterfront bar. Police said the attack was “highly premeditated,” with Edge targeting the location before fleeing, and later being apprehended by the U.S. Coast Guard on Oak Island. Edge, who identifies as a combat veteran claiming … Continue reading Police: Deadly shooting in North Carolina was ‘highly premeditated’ and location was ‘targeted’

One of Arizona’s most prolific serial killers found guilty of murdering 8 people

An Arizona jury found Cleophus Cooksey Jr. guilty of eight 2017 murders, making him one of the state’s most prolific serial killers, with the sentencing phase for potential death penalty expected to continue until December. Over three weeks in late 2017, Cooksey killed nine people in scattered locations throughout Phoenix, using theft, revenge, and other personal motives, though one suspected victim was not charged. He … Continue reading One of Arizona’s most prolific serial killers found guilty of murdering 8 people

FBI’s Patel clarifies role of hundreds of agents on Jan 6, says Wray lied to Congress

The FBI clarified that 274 plainclothes agents were at the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot, sent in after the violence began to assist overwhelmed police with crowd control. Director Kash Patel criticized former FBI Director Christopher Wray for not disclosing the presence of agents during multiple congressional testimonies. President Trump claimed the agents acted improperly and demanded transparency about their identities and … Continue reading FBI’s Patel clarifies role of hundreds of agents on Jan 6, says Wray lied to Congress

Des Moines school superintendent placed on leave after ICE detention

Des Moines School District Superintendent Ian Roberts was placed on administrative leave after federal immigration agents detained him for being in the U.S. illegally and subject to a 2024 removal order. Roberts fled briefly into a wooded area before being apprehended, and the district is now being managed by the associate superintendent. School officials said background checks during his 2023 hiring and licensing did not … Continue reading Des Moines school superintendent placed on leave after ICE detention

McCabe says he hasn’t been contacted by FBI in Comey probe

Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe said he has not been contacted by federal authorities in the investigation into former FBI Director James Comey. McCabe expressed surprise, noting his account of events before the 2016 election is cited in Comey’s indictment. Comey was charged with making a false statement and obstructing a congressional proceeding related to testimony about a leak to The Wall Street Journal. … Continue reading McCabe says he hasn’t been contacted by FBI in Comey probe

Stowaway found dead inside landing gear of an American Airlines flight

A stowaway was found dead Sunday in the landing gear of an American Airlines flight arriving in Charlotte, North Carolina, from Europe. Maintenance crews discovered the individual around 9 a.m., and police confirmed the person had died on scene. American Airlines and Charlotte Airport said they are cooperating with the investigation and expressed condolences. Aviation experts note that stowing away in a plane’s wheelwell is … Continue reading Stowaway found dead inside landing gear of an American Airlines flight

200 Oregon National Guard troops called up after Trump Portland announcement

President Trump has directed 200 Oregon National Guard troops to be deployed to Portland for 60 days to protect federal personnel and property, including ICE facilities. The deployment, confirmed by the Pentagon, is intended to deter “rampant lawlessness” and enable federal law enforcement to carry out their duties safely. Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield criticized the move, saying local officials can manage public safety without … Continue reading 200 Oregon National Guard troops called up after Trump Portland announcement

Suspect held after allegedly firing from boat into waterfront bar in North Carolina

Three people were killed and five others wounded Saturday night in Southport, N.C., when a gunman opened fire from a boat at the American Fish Company, a waterfront bar. Police identified the suspect as 41-year-old Nigel Edge, a decorated Marine veteran formerly known as Sean Debevoise, and arrested him on murder charges after he fled the scene by boat. Authorities believe the attack was premeditated … Continue reading Suspect held after allegedly firing from boat into waterfront bar in North Carolina

Trump deploys troops to Portland, Oregon in crackdown on immigration protests

President Donald Trump announced he would send troops to Portland, Oregon, claiming the move was necessary to protect ICE facilities from “domestic terrorists” and Antifa. He authorized “full force, if necessary,” but offered no details on timing or which troops would be deployed, and the White House has not issued a statement. The announcement comes amid heightened tensions following conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s killing and … Continue reading Trump deploys troops to Portland, Oregon in crackdown on immigration protests

2 more bodies found after Michigan church shooting led to devastating fire

On Sunday morning, a gunman attacked the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township, killing at least four people and injuring eight others in what authorities describe as a targeted act of violence. The attacker, identified as 40-year-old Thomas Jacob Sanford of Burton, drove a truck into the chapel, set it on fire, and opened fire with an assault rifle before … Continue reading 2 more bodies found after Michigan church shooting led to devastating fire

United Express plane skids off runway at Virginia airport, police say

A United Express flight operated by CommuteAir overshot the runway while landing at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport in Virginia on Sept. 24. The plane, with 50 passengers and three crew members on board, ran off the paved runway onto emergency stopping equipment due to insufficient braking distance. No injuries were reported, and all passengers and crew were safely transported to the terminal, USA Today has reported. … Continue reading United Express plane skids off runway at Virginia airport, police say

Family unearths nearly 3-carat brown diamond at Arkansas state park

Raynae Madison and her family discovered a 2.79-carat brown diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas while visiting for her nephew’s birthday. The family had brought shovels and screens to hunt for stones near the Prospector Trailhead. Park staff confirmed the stone, named the William Diamond, has unique inclusions caused by plastic deformation during its formation, giving it its brown color. The diamond … Continue reading Family unearths nearly 3-carat brown diamond at Arkansas state park

Texas executes man who killed toddler during 30-hour ‘exorcism’

Blaine Milam, 35, was executed Thursday in Texas for murdering his girlfriend’s 13-month-old daughter, Amora Carson, in December 2008 during a brutal 30-hour “exorcism.” Prosecutors said Milam beat, strangled, bit, and mutilated the child, causing skull fractures, broken bones, and dozens of bite marks. He was pronounced dead by lethal injection at 6:40 p.m. at the Huntsville Unit, after appearing anxious upon arrival. Milam maintained … Continue reading Texas executes man who killed toddler during 30-hour ‘exorcism’