A boat overturned near the Statue of Liberty on Saturday night, killing a 27-year-old woman and her five-month-old baby. Twelve other people were rescued from the water and were reported to be in stable condition. Police arrested the boat’s 46-year-old operator, Manuel Hernandez, who faces 13 counts of reckless endangerment. The victims were identified by the restaurant where the woman’s husband worked as Sara Sanchez … Continue reading Man arrested after boat capsizes near Statue of Liberty killing woman and infant

Cornell University has introduced a new rule banning students from processing wild game in community kitchens. The policy was added after two students brought a black bear they had killed into a dorm kitchen in 2025 to butcher it. The incident gained widespread attention after video of the students preparing the bear went viral. One of the students, Aaron Chin, later confirmed his involvement in … Continue reading Cornell bans bear butchering after students carved up creature in dorm kitchen

A Sikorsky S-64 firefighting helicopter crashed near Richfield, Utah, on Friday morning while operating near the Widemouth 2 Fire. Two people were aboard the aircraft, and both were confirmed dead by the National Interagency Fire Center. Heavy fire activity initially prevented emergency crews from safely reaching the crash site, forcing officials to wait for safer conditions. The FAA and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating … Continue reading Firefighting helicopter crashes near Widemouth 2 Fire in Utah

At least one person has died in the Gann Fire in California’s Sierra Nevada foothills, which has burned more than 10,000 acres and destroyed seven buildings. Police arrested 65-year-old Herbert Wayne Smith, who investigators believe accidentally sparked the blaze while using a chainsaw and other equipment near dry vegetation. Smith, who had previously faced charges for starting another fire, expressed regret and said he never … Continue reading At least one person dead in California wildfire allegedly sparked by chainsaw

The remains of 56 people were discovered decomposing in deplorable conditions at a Chicago funeral home, where bodies were allegedly stored in an unrefrigerated area. Illinois officials suspended the funeral director’s license after investigators found evidence of decomposition, maggots and rodent infestation. The funeral home’s owners had previously operated a crematory that was shut down after improperly stored bodies and unreturned cremated remains were discovered. … Continue reading Remains of 56 people found decomposing at Chicago funeral home

More than 300,000 Haitians in the United States are now at risk of arrest and deportation after the Trump administration ended their Temporary Protected Status (TPS). A federal judge’s order blocking the termination expired following a Supreme Court ruling that cleared the way for the government to end TPS for Haitians. Many affected Haitians face the difficult choice of remaining in the U.S. without legal … Continue reading Haitians face arrest and deportation after US removes TPS protections

A 66-year-old Washington man has been charged with illegally shooting and killing a bald eagle with a shotgun in rural Clark County. Federal prosecutors said Benjamin G. Allen allegedly violated the Bald and Gold Eagle Protection Act and laws protecting migratory birds. Investigators found the eagle had two shotgun pellets lodged in its brain after a veterinary examination. Allen, who reportedly kept chickens near where … Continue reading Washington man charged with killing bald eagle

A man was killed and seven children were injured in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning in Germantown, Maryland. Police said the children, ages 12 to 15, were inside a Kia Optima that had been reported stolen, while the man was driving a Toyota Matrix. Authorities said the Kia entered an intersection and struck the other vehicle, with witnesses reporting the car had been driving erratically … Continue reading Man dead, 7 children in stolen vehicle hurt in Maryland crash

Madison police arrested 16 people Tuesday while clearing an encampment that formed at the site where officer-involved shooting victim Corey Ruiz was memorialized. Authorities said protesters threw rocks and started fires after city workers attempted to remove the encampment, leading police to intervene and reopen the street. The site had been occupied for nearly two weeks with tents, memorial items, and demonstrations blocking several city … Continue reading Madison police clear encampment at shooting site, arrest 16

The Gann Fire in Northern California has grown to more than 7,000 acres as smoke continues to impact communities in Calaveras County. All Calaveras Unified School District campuses were closed Wednesday due to worsening air quality, shifting winds, and wildfire conditions. Firefighters reported 10% containment as crews worked through rugged terrain with support from aircraft and overnight operations. The blaze began Monday near Hogan Dam … Continue reading California Gann Fire closes schools, recreation areas as it burns more than 7,000 acres

A man was arrested outside Trump National Golf Club in Southern California after federal agents said he was found acting suspiciously while recording security preparations ahead of President Donald Trump’s visit. Investigators later found weapons-related items at his home, including an illegally modified rifle, body armor, high-capacity magazines, and notebooks containing what authorities called concerning statements. Officials said there is no evidence the suspect was … Continue reading Armed man arrested at Trump’s California golf course ahead of president’s visit

A New York police official, Jennifer Lackard, was fired after being accused of acting as a getaway driver for her son in an alleged attempted murder case. Authorities say Lackard and her 20-year-old son, Chase, were arrested in connection with a June shooting outside a Bronx courthouse, where no one was injured. Investigators allege Chase was the shooter and that his mother drove him away … Continue reading New York deputy police commissioner fired after attempted murder arrest

A Maryland man, James Fitzsimmons, has been charged with second-degree murder after police say he pushed another man into Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Authorities allege Fitzsimmons and James Britt fought in an alley before Britt retreated toward the water, where Fitzsimmons allegedly pushed him in. Fitzsimmons reportedly told investigators that Britt jumped into the harbor himself and walked away after learning Britt could not swim. Rescue … Continue reading Man charged with second-degree murder for man’s death in Baltimore harbor

A new attorney, Gregory Rauch, has been appointed to represent Bryan Kohberger as he seeks to withdraw his guilty plea in the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. Kohberger pleaded guilty in 2025 as part of a deal that spared him the death penalty, resulting in four life sentences without parole and an additional 10-year burglary sentence. In his post-conviction petition, Kohberger claims … Continue reading Bryan Kohberger gets new attorney in bid to withdraw guilty plea

The Justice Department announced an expansion of its Northeast Health Care Fraud Strike Force to Philadelphia to investigate alleged Medicare and Medicaid fraud involving home health care services. Federal and state authorities charged 19 defendants accused of participating in schemes involving more than $4 million in fraudulent claims. Prosecutors allege some defendants billed for services that were impossible, including care provided while aides were hospitalized, … Continue reading DOJ charges 19 defendants in alleged $4M Philadelphia Medicare and Medicaid fraud

A Spokane, Washington man has been charged with first-degree arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, the largest of three wildfires devastating the area. Aaron F. Farinacci was arrested Monday and booked on suspicion of intentionally setting the blaze, which has destroyed hundreds of buildings. Farinacci denied the allegations, saying he carried matches and a lighter because he smokes. The fires have destroyed at … Continue reading Man charged with setting Spokane’s largest wildfire went to prison for killing his father

A California family experienced a frightening incident when a snake reportedly emerged from an Amazon package and bit a 3-year-old girl. The child was taken to a medical clinic, where she received treatment and was reported to be in stable condition. Authorities are investigating how the snake ended up inside the sealed package and traveled through the delivery system unnoticed. The incident has raised concerns … Continue reading California 3-year-old hospitalized after snake hidden in Amazon box bites her

Three major wildfires near Spokane, Washington, have burned more than 7,700 acres and forced thousands of residents to evacuate. The Old Trails, Fairview, and Autumn Lane fires have destroyed more than 600 structures, with officials warning the damage could increase. Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency and burn ban as more than 900 firefighters worked to contain the blazes. Officials described the fires … Continue reading Washington fires force thousands of evacuations

A large fire broke out Sunday afternoon at the vacant Centennial Mills building in Portland’s Pearl District, sending heavy smoke into the area. Fire crews responded to the warehouse but avoided entering the structure because it was considered unsafe and at risk of collapse. Officials requested multiple alarms and focused on exterior firefighting efforts while shutting down nearby Naito Parkway. The blaze also spread to … Continue reading Large fire erupts at vacant Portland warehouse

A shooting at a large house party in Northeast Portland early Sunday left an 18-year-old man dead and five others injured. Police responded to reports of gunfire around 3:33 a.m. and found multiple victims after dozens of shots were fired across several blocks. Two victims were treated at the scene and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, while the 18-year-old man later died from his wounds at … Continue reading Man dies in Portland shooting; five others hurt, including a teen

A gunman who killed three people and injured seven others at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. Authorities identified the suspect as 24-year-old Chad Williams and said they believe he acted alone. An off-duty state trooper and an armed citizen fired back and helped divert the shooter, preventing further casualties. Investigators are still working to determine … Continue reading Suspect in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant died from self-inflicted gunshot wound

Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes resigned Thursday amid criticism over the city’s delayed communication following a deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival. The shooting left three people dead, including a suspect, and injured four others, including a 2-year-old child. Mayor Katie Wilson appointed Deputy Chief Andre Sayles as interim chief while thanking Barnes for his service. Supporters of Barnes argued he was being … Continue reading Seattle police chief resigns under pressure from mayor over response to festival shooting

A violent kidnapping in Chino Hills, California, ended with the deaths of the victim and one suspect late Wednesday night. Authorities said 60-year-old Shukur Aikebaer was shot and abducted while checking his home’s electrical panel after a power outage. The suspects, identified as Zhengfeng Bo and Jianquan Bo, allegedly fled with Aikebaer before a shootout with deputies left Zhengfeng Bo dead and Aikebaer fatally injured. … Continue reading Suspects identified, new details released in Chino Hills kidnapping, execution

An F-35B Lightning II fighter jet crashed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego on July 31, prompting a major emergency response. The pilot ejected safely and was taken to a medical facility, later reported to be in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. Officials called the incident a mishap and said more information would be released as the investigation continues. The crash adds … Continue reading F-35 fighter jet crashes at Marine Corps air base in San Diego

A former Illinois sheriff’s deputy convicted of killing Sonya Massey will remain in prison after officials denied his request for early medical release. Sean Grayson, who was sentenced to 20 years for second-degree murder, had sought release after his colon cancer spread to his liver and lungs. The prisoner review board unanimously rejected the request, saying Massey’s death and the circumstances of the case outweighed … Continue reading Illinois officer who killed Sonya Massey denied medical release from prison