Authorities in Washington state say human remains found in the mountains are believed to be those of Travis Decker, a former soldier wanted for the deaths of his three young daughters. Decker, 32, had been on the run since June 2, when his daughters — Paityn, 9, Evelyn, 8, and Olivia, 5 — were found dead at a campground near Leavenworth. An autopsy determined they … Continue reading Officials find remains they believe are Travis Decker

A bomb squad responded Wednesday to a suspicious bag outside Turning Point USA’s Phoenix headquarters, a week after founder Charlie Kirk was fatally shot. Police evacuated the area as a bomb robot and EOD officer inspected the bag, later confirming no threat. The incident comes ahead of Kirk’s funeral Sunday at State Farm Stadium, the Daily Mail has reported. Meanwhile, a man was arrested for … Continue reading Bomb squad rush to Turning Point USA’s Phoenix HQ as city prepares to host Charlie Kirk’s funeral

David Pittman, 63, was executed by lethal injection in Florida on Wednesday for the 1990 murders of his estranged wife’s parents and sister, marking the state’s 12th execution in 2025 — a record under Governor Ron DeSantis. Convicted in 1991 of stabbing the three victims, setting their home on fire, and stealing a car, Pittman maintained his innocence until his death. His final appeal, which … Continue reading Florida puts man to death in state record 12th execution this year

A military helicopter crashed around 9 p.m. Wednesday near Joint Base Lewis–McChord in Washington state, base officials confirmed. The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded after reports of a crash near Summit Lake and noted the military had lost contact with the aircraft. Authorities are working with JBLM to provide assistance, but no further details have been released, ABC News has reported. Continue reading Military helicopter crashes near base in Washington state, official says

Three police officers were killed and two others critically injured in a shooting Wednesday in York County, Pennsylvania, during a domestic-related investigation, authorities said. The gunman was shot dead by police and has not been publicly identified. State and federal agencies, including the FBI and ATF, are assisting local authorities. Governor Josh Shapiro called it a “tragic and devastating day” for Pennsylvania and offered prayers … Continue reading 5 police officers shot, 3 dead in Pennsylvania, FBI investigating

Tyler Robinson, 22, charged with the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, turned himself in to authorities in Washington County, Utah, on Sept. 11. Fearing a violent arrest, Robinson was accompanied by his father and a family friend, a former law enforcement officer, who alerted officials ahead of time. The sheriff’s office said conditions were kept “gentle” and “inviting” until the FBI and other agencies arrived, … Continue reading Charlie Kirk shooting suspect’s conditions for surrender had to be ‘gentle’: Sheriff

The family of Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a 21-year-old Black student found hanging from a tree on Delta State University’s campus, is demanding transparency in the investigation into his death. Police have preliminarily ruled it a suicide, though the case remains under review with state and local agencies involved. Amid widespread skepticism and online speculation, the family’s attorney announced an independent investigation and autopsy, stressing the … Continue reading Family of Mississippi university student found hanged pursue independent autopsy

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has been permanently removed from prosecuting Donald Trump’s Georgia election interference case after the state Supreme Court refused to hear her appeal. The decision upholds a ruling disqualifying Willis and her office over the “appearance of impropriety” from her past romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade. The case now goes to Georgia’s Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council, which must appoint … Continue reading Fani Willis permanently removed from prosecuting Trump election interference case after losing appeal

A Pennsylvania man, identified as 38-year-old Donald Henson of Penn Hills, rammed his car into the gate of the FBI’s Pittsburgh office early Wednesday in what officials called a targeted attack. After the crash, he placed an American flag on the gate before fleeing on foot. No injuries were reported, but the FBI described the act as terrorism and warned Henson may be dangerous. Officials … Continue reading Suspect sought after car rams FBI gate in potential ‘act of terror,’ official says

ICE agents involved in last week’s fatal shooting of 38-year-old Silverio Villegas González near Chicago were not wearing body cameras, a DHS official confirmed. Villegas González, an illegal immigrant from Mexico, was shot after allegedly resisting arrest and dragging an officer with his car, according to ICE. The lack of bodycam footage has sparked outrage from family, advocates, and officials, with Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker … Continue reading ICE officers in fatal Chicago shooting were not wearing body cameras

Court documents allege that Tyler Robinson, 22, confessed in text messages to killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a Utah Valley University event. Robinson’s roommate found a note at their apartment outlining his plan, and later received texts in which Robinson admitted to the shooting, discussed hiding his grandfather’s rifle near campus, and said he had planned the attack for over a week. Robinson surrendered … Continue reading Suspect in Charlie Kirk’s killing confessed in a text exchange with his roommate, prosecutor says

Tyler James Robinson, 22, is expected to face formal charges this week in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which could allow prosecutors to seek the death penalty. Robinson, held without bail in Utah County Jail, is accused of shooting Kirk from a rooftop at Utah Valley University before fleeing. Preliminary charges include aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm, and obstruction of justice. … Continue reading Utah prosecutors prepare potential death penalty case against Charlie Kirk suspect Tyler James Robinson

John Murray Rowe Jr., a 67-year-old former defense contractor from South Dakota, was sentenced to over 10 years in prison for attempting to share classified U.S. Air Force information with Russia, the Justice Department said Monday. Rowe, who held top security clearances during his nearly 40-year career, pleaded guilty to espionage charges after communicating extensively with an undercover FBI agent he believed worked for Moscow. … Continue reading South Dakota man gets 10 years for trying to give classified Air Force information to Russia

A New York judge dismissed terrorism charges Tuesday against Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, but upheld second-degree murder charges. The judge ruled that while Mangione expressed hostility toward the health insurance industry, prosecutors failed to show he aimed to intimidate or coerce the public as required under state terrorism law. Mangione, 27, faces both state and federal cases, with federal prosecutors … Continue reading Judge tosses terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, lets murder count stand

Minneapolis police are investigating two mass shootings Monday that left 13 people injured. In the morning, five men were shot near East Lake Street and Stevens Avenue, one critically. That night, eight more people were wounded at a homeless encampment on East Lake Street, four in serious condition. Mayor Jacob Frey vowed to clear the encampment once the investigation ends, sparking a dispute with the … Continue reading Minneapolis police investigate two mass shootings in 12 hours

Tyler Robinson, 22, accused of killing right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk, is set to appear in a Utah court Tuesday to face charges that may include capital murder. Prosecutors and federal officials are still investigating whether Robinson acted alone or as part of a wider conspiracy, with possible hate crime charges pending. FBI officials say DNA evidence links him to the rifle used, and text messages … Continue reading Charlie Kirk shooting suspect expected to appear in Utah court

Two tornadoes struck southeastern Utah’s San Juan County near Montezuma Creek on Saturday, destroying three homes but causing no reported injuries. The tornadoes, which touched down within an hour, had paths likely under 10 miles, though exact tracks and wind speeds are still being assessed. The storm also displaced an unknown number of livestock and pets on the Navajo Nation, which spans parts of Utah, … Continue reading Tornadoes destroy several homes in southeastern Utah

Yordanis Cobos-Martinez, 37, has been arrested in Dallas on suspicion of capital murder after allegedly beheading motel manager Chandra Nagamallaiah, 50, with a machete. According to court records, Cobos-Martinez attacked the victim after a dispute over a washing machine, chased him into the motel office, and continued the assault despite attempts by the victim’s family to intervene. Police say he then placed Nagamallaiah’s head in … Continue reading Man accused of beheading Dallas motel manager

Utah Governor Spencer Cox said Tyler Robinson, 22, the suspect in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, is refusing to cooperate with investigators and has not confessed. Robinson was arrested 33 hours after Kirk was shot dead while speaking at a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University. Authorities are still working to establish a motive, with Robinson’s friends and partner providing information … Continue reading Kirk suspect ‘not co-operating’ with authorities, governor says

Valentino Luchin, a 62-year-old chef once celebrated in San Francisco’s dining scene, has been arrested for allegedly robbing three banks in one day in the city’s Central District. Police say he passed handwritten notes to tellers demanding cash, leaving with bags of money before being identified through community tips and SFPD’s ambassador program. Luchin, a former executive chef and part-owner of the restaurant Ottavio, has … Continue reading Renowned chef arrested after robbing three banks on same day

Two men in Utah, Adeeb Nasir, 58, and Adil Justice Ahme Nasir, 31, were arrested after allegedly planting an incendiary device under a news van outside an occupied building. The bomb was lit but malfunctioned, triggering a major evacuation and FBI-led investigation due to its placement under a media vehicle in a public area. A search of the suspects’ home uncovered fake weapons of mass … Continue reading 2 men arrested after incendiary device found under news vehicle in Utah

The opening statement of Ryan Wesley Routh, on trial for attempting to assassinate Donald Trump last September, was cut short Thursday after he veered off-topic during his self-representation. Routh spent less than five minutes discussing unrelated topics, including homo erectus, global violence, and figures like Putin, Netanyahu, and Hitler, before Judge Aileen Cannon interrupted him and ultimately ended his statement. He became emotional while mentioning … Continue reading Man accused of Trump assassination attempt cut off by judge as trial begins

President Donald Trump has approved federal disaster aid for six states and tribal areas affected by spring and summer storms and floods. The declarations, announced Thursday, provide funding for Kansas, North Carolina, North Dakota, Wisconsin, and tribes in Montana and South Dakota. In most cases, it took over a month for Trump to approve the requests, continuing a trend of longer waits for federal disaster … Continue reading Trump approves federal disaster aid for storms and flooding in 6 states

Authorities said Tyler Robinson, 22, expressed opposition to conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s viewpoints before allegedly carrying out the targeted killing, highlighting growing concerns about political violence in the U.S. Utah Governor Spencer Cox said Robinson had become “more political” in recent months and confessed to a family friend that he was responsible. Key evidence included bullet engravings found on a rifle believed to be used … Continue reading Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing had become ‘more political’ and likely acted alone, authorities say

President Trump announced Friday that he is sending National Guard troops to Memphis to address the city’s high crime rates. Trump called Memphis “deeply troubled” and suggested the deployment could include the Army if necessary, responding to long-standing concerns about violent crime in the city. Memphis has the highest violent crime rate among U.S. cities with populations over 100,000, with 2,501.3 incidents per 100,000 residents … Continue reading Trump to deploy National Guard to Memphis over crime rate