Two longtime members of the Walnuttown Fire Company were killed Saturday when their utility vehicle was struck head-on while they were assisting in a search for a missing woman in Richmond Township, Pennsylvania. Fire Chief Jeffory Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick Jr. were taken to hospitals but later died from their injuries. Authorities said the driver of the car and a passenger fled the … Continue reading DUI, homicide charges expected against driver in head‑on crash that killed two fire chiefs

A juvenile gray whale that had drawn attention after swimming 20 miles up a Washington state river was later found dead in the Willapa River near Raymond. Researchers suspect the whale may have been driven inland in search of food due to declining prey availability linked to broader population challenges. The eastern Pacific gray whale population has been affected in recent years by reduced food … Continue reading Gray whale that swam 20 miles up Washington state river found dead

Four people were killed when a car fleeing an Alabama state trooper crashed into a tree in Pike County, authorities said. The vehicle, a 2022 Hyundai Elantra, went off a rural road late Friday night during the pursuit, with no other vehicles involved. The driver and two passengers were not wearing seat belts and were ejected from the car, while the fourth occupant was not … Continue reading 4 killed in Alabama car crash during pursuit by state trooper

King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s upcoming U.S. visit risks being overshadowed by pressure to meet victims linked to Jeffrey Epstein. Survivors and families, including those connected to Virginia Giuffre, are urging the king to acknowledge their cases, particularly involving his brother Prince Andrew. The visit is meant to celebrate 250 years of American independence and support strained UK–US relations, but the controversy threatens to … Continue reading Epstein victims demand meeting with King Charles in Washington

A 61-year-old man, James Dolphs Elmore Jr., has been indicted and arrested in connection with the deaths of two women linked to the so-called “Texas Killing Fields.” He faces charges including manslaughter and evidence tampering in the 1984 killing of a 16-year-old girl, as well as tampering charges related to the death of a 30-year-old woman. The case stems from a renewed investigation into a … Continue reading Man charged in connection with deaths of 2 ‘Texas Killing Fields’ victims

A coyote described as a “repeat offender” was captured and euthanized after attacking a 4-year-old boy in a Southern California driveway. The child suffered multiple puncture wounds after the animal bit and attempted to drag him, prompting emergency response and medical treatment, including rabies shots. Authorities believe the same coyote may have been linked to several other recent attacks, based on reports and DNA evidence. … Continue reading California 4-year-old boy survives attack by coyote that bit and tried to drag him away

Authorities on Guemes Island in Washington are investigating the discovery of 21 skinned canine carcasses that have washed ashore in recent days. The remains were found along beaches and in the water, prompting forensic necropsies and DNA testing to determine their origin and species. Officials say the animals appear to be similar in size and condition, with some showing signs such as missing paws and … Continue reading 21 dead canines mysteriously wash ashore on Washington state island

Two wildfires broke out in southern California on Friday amid a spring heatwave and strong winds that caused rapid spread. The National Weather Service issued wind advisories with gusts up to 50 mph, contributing to smoke drifting across nearby communities. The larger Springs fire in Riverside County grew to about 3,500 acres, prompting evacuations and drawing a large firefighting response, though it remained only lightly … Continue reading Evacuations as two wildfires break out in southern California

Donald Trump has proposed allocating $152 million to begin restoring Alcatraz as part of a broader push to reopen the former prison as a symbol of law and order. The idea, first floated in 2025, has drawn criticism from California officials, including Gavin Newsom and Nancy Pelosi, who argue it is impractical and wasteful. Estimates suggest the full restoration could cost more than $2 billion, … Continue reading Trump requests $152m funding to restore Alcatraz as prison

The Colorado Court of Appeals had her sentence thrown out for Tina Peters, though her conviction for election system misconduct was upheld. The court ruled that the original judge violated her First Amendment rights by considering her public statements when imposing the sentence. As a result, the case is being sent back for re-sentencing, though the same sentence could potentially be reimposed if properly justified. Peters has a … Continue reading Tina Peters could receive same sentence after re-sentencing ordered by Colorado Court of Appeals

The U.S. Department of Justice announced a major health care fraud crackdown in Southern California, resulting in multiple arrests of doctors, nurses, and other individuals. Officials said eight people were arrested and more than a dozen charged in connection with schemes involving fraudulent hospice care claims. Prosecutors allege defendants recruited people who were not terminally ill and paid them to pose as hospice patients to bill Medicare for millions … Continue reading Doctors, nurses arrested in SoCal health care fraud investigation

A manhunt is underway in Brooklyn for a second suspect linked to a deadly shooting that killed a 7-month-old baby girl identified as Kaori Patterson-Moore. Police have arrested the alleged gunman, 21-year-old Amuri Greene, who faces murder and attempted murder charges, while the search continues for the moped driver. Authorities say the shooting, believed to be gang-related, occurred when gunfire erupted as the child was being pushed … Continue reading Manhunt continues for 2nd suspect after baby girl shot and killed in Brooklyn

Nine people have been arrested in connection with an alleged armed robbery and kidnapping at a Dallas music studio involving rapper Gucci Mane and others during what was supposed to be a contract meeting. Prosecutors say the group, which includes rappers Big30 and Big30, held victims at gunpoint, forced one to sign a contract release, and stole valuables. Authorities allege the suspects coordinated the takeover after arranging the meeting, with … Continue reading Rapper Gucci Mane ‘robbed and kidnapped’ by other rappers

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a new policy allowing service members to carry personally owned firearms on military installations for self-protection. He said base commanders will presume such requests are valid, though any denials must be justified in writing. The change aims to address concerns about recent shootings on bases, where access to personal weapons has been restricted under existing rules. Critics argue the policy could increase … Continue reading Hegseth says he will let troops take personal firearms onto military bases

A 7-month-old baby, Kaori Patterson-Moore, was killed in Brooklyn after being struck by a stray bullet during a shooting in East Williamsburg. Police say two suspects on a moped fired shots toward a group of people, then fled the scene. The suspects later crashed into a car while attempting to escape, and one person of interest is now in custody while another remains at large. … Continue reading Baby killed while in stroller in apparent stray-bullet shooting in Brooklyn

A Hawaii jury heard testimony from Emile Konig that his father, Gerhardt Konig, appeared on FaceTime with blood on his shirt and admitted he had just tried to kill his wife before saying he intended to jump off a cliff. Prosecutors say this account supports their case in the alleged attack on Arielle Konig near the Pali Puka Trail in March 2025. Emile testified that … Continue reading Hawaii doctor’s son tells jurors dad confessed cliffside attack on wife, vowed to jump before arrest

New DNA testing has definitively linked serial killer Ted Bundy to the 1974 murder of 17-year-old Laura Ann Aime in Utah. Authorities say the evidence confirms Bundy’s involvement “without a doubt,” officially closing the case after more than 50 years. Aime was abducted after leaving a Halloween party, later found murdered along a highway weeks afterward. Advances in forensic science allowed investigators to reexamine old … Continue reading Ted Bundy linked to Utah murder of 17-year-old girl after DNA test

Human remains found on a California beach in 2022 have been identified as Walter Karl Kinney, who had been missing since 1999. The identification was made by the DNA Doe Project using genetic genealogy after investigators uploaded DNA to a database in 2026. Kinney’s remains were actually discovered in two separate instances—first shortly after his disappearance and again decades later when additional partial remains were … Continue reading Remains found during family’s seashell hunt ID’d as missing banker

An analysis by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives could not definitively link a bullet fragment from Charlie Kirk’s autopsy to the rifle found at the scene, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation is conducting further testing. Defense attorneys for the accused shooter, Tyler Robinson, are seeking a delay in proceedings to review the inconclusive forensic results and other evidence. The ATF report … Continue reading Charlie Kirk bullet analysis finds no conclusive link to rifle found near scene

Four individuals tied to BHRAGS Home Care Corp. were arrested in a federal corruption probe involving alleged theft and bribery related to NYC homeless shelter contracts. Prosecutors say leaders of the nonprofit stole over $1.3 million in public funds and received kickbacks in exchange for steering millions of dollars in contracts to specific businesses. The investigation is also examining potential bribery involving Farah Louis and … Continue reading 4 charged in corruption investigation linked to NYC homeless shelter

A 26-year-old man, Elisio Melendez, has been charged with attempted second-degree murder after allegedly trying to push a stranger in front of a train at Seattle’s Northgate light rail station on March 19. Prosecutors say he approached the victim from behind as a train arrived and attempted to shove him onto the tracks, but the victim managed to stay upright despite being pushed twice. Surveillance … Continue reading Man charged after allegedly trying to push stranger in front of train

Three former Federal Bureau of Investigation agents — Michelle Ball, Jamie Garman, and Blaire Toleman — have filed a class-action lawsuit alleging they were wrongfully fired in retaliation for their work. They claim their dismissals were linked to their involvement in an investigation into efforts by Donald Trump to remain in power after the 2020 election. The agents argue that their removal reflects political interference … Continue reading FBI agents who investigated Trump file lawsuit alleging retaliatory firing

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has halted a controversial voter fraud investigation amid legal challenges from California officials. The probe had focused on allegations tied to last year’s Proposition 50 election results, which Bianco and supporters claimed showed discrepancies in vote counts. State officials, including Attorney General Rob Bonta, have argued that the investigation lacked legal authority and challenged the seizure of more than 650,000 ballots. Election officials … Continue reading California Republican sheriff halts inquiry into alleged voter fraud in Prop 50 election

A man identified as Ernesto Castellanos, age 57, was shot and killed at a Plaid Pantry store in Portland. Police say the suspect, described as a man in his 20s or 30s, fled the scene and is considered dangerous and possibly armed. The victim was an employee at the Plaid Pantry location where he was found shortly before midnight on Friday. The company has offered a … Continue reading Portland police ID victim of Plaid Pantry homicide, release video and photos of suspect

A federal corruption investigation is targeting New York City Councilmember Farah Louis and her sister Debbie Louis, who works as an aide to Governor Kathy Hochul. Prosecutors are examining whether the sisters accepted bribes or kickbacks related to city funding for a migrant shelter provider. Debbie Louis was reportedly placed on leave after the governor learned of the investigation. The inquiry is being handled by federal authorities, though … Continue reading NYC Council member, Gov. Hochul aide face federal bribery investigation