Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams has recused himself from an investigation led by Louisiana’s Attorney General into a jailbreak in New Orleans where 10 inmates escaped on May 16. Williams faced accusations of a conflict of interest from Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson, who alleged his involvement was driven by personal and political motives. Williams denied the claims, citing the case’s multi-jurisdictional scope, the … Continue reading New Orleans DA pulls out of jailbreak investigation amid conflict of interest allegation

A tornado struck central Kentucky’s Washington County early Friday, killing one person and injuring at least 14 others. The EF-2 tornado, with winds up to 115 mph, caused severe damage. Another tornado in Loudon County, Tennessee, injured five. Additional storms swept across the East, causing widespread wind damage in several states, ABC News has reported. Kentucky’s Governor warned residents of more storms expected in eastern … Continue reading At least 1 dead, multiple people injured as severe weather hits Kentucky

An estimated 250 million bees escaped from a truck carrying active hives that overturned in Washington state near the Canadian border. Emergency officials and over two dozen beekeepers worked to recover the bees, which were housed in box hives weighing about 70,000 lbs. Authorities closed the area until the rescue was complete, warning the public to stay away due to swarming bees. Most of the … Continue reading Warning after 250 million bees escape overturned truck in Washington

Nathan Laatsch, an IT specialist with the Defense Intelligence Agency, was arrested and charged with attempting to provide classified information to a friendly foreign government. The FBI began investigating after a tip claimed Laatsch was willing to share intelligence because he disagreed with the current administration’s values. Laatsch allegedly transcribed classified materials, hid notes in his socks and lunchbox, and planned to drop a thumb … Continue reading Intelligence agency IT specialist charged with attempting to provide classified information to foreign government

The Trump administration is restructuring Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) leadership amid White House frustration over immigration arrests and deportations. Kenneth Genalo, head of Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), is retiring and will advise the agency as a special government employee. Robert Hammer, leader of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), has been reassigned to another key role. They will be replaced by career ICE officials Marcos … Continue reading Trump administration shakes up leadership at ICE amid frustrations with arrest, deportations

Two NYPD detectives were placed on modified duty after it was revealed they had prior ties to the SoHo townhouse where an Italian businessman was allegedly held and tortured by cryptocurrency investors. One off-duty detective reportedly drove the victim to the townhouse while working a private security job for one of the suspects, a violation of NYPD rules requiring strict approval for such work. Both … Continue reading 2 NYPD detectives on leave in connection with crypto torture case

Hawaii Governor Josh Green has signed a law increasing taxes on hotel rooms, vacation rentals, and cruise ships to fund climate change efforts, including building firebreaks after the devastating 2023 Maui wildfires. The new tax adds 0.75% to daily room rates—about $4 on a $500 hotel stay—and introduces an 11% tax on cruise ship bills starting in July 2026. The measures aim to raise nearly … Continue reading Hawaii Introduces Tourist Tax for People Visiting State

Federal authorities are investigating an individual impersonating White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, contacting U.S. senators, governors, and business leaders with text messages and calls. The impersonator allegedly used AI-generated voice to imitate Wiles and requested lists of potential pardons, cash transfers, and other suspicious requests. The FBI and White House are treating the matter seriously, though it’s believed no foreign nation is involved. … Continue reading Federal Authorities Probe Effort to Impersonate White House Chief of Staff

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino promised the release of new video footage from Jeffrey Epstein’s cell, showing that no one else was present at the time of his death, in an effort to counter conspiracy theories suggesting foul play. Epstein’s 2019 death was officially ruled a suicide but has long been surrounded by speculation due to his connections to high-profile figures. Bongino, alongside FBI Director … Continue reading Bongino Promises Epstein Video to Prove ‘No One Was There But Him’

Five people were shot at the Brass Mill Center mall in Waterbury, Connecticut, Tuesday, when an argument escalated into gunfire. Authorities say this was not a random attack, and the gunman, described as a man in his 20s with a semi-automatic pistol, fled the scene. Police later took a person of interest into custody. Victims were taken to local hospitals, with no fatalities reported so … Continue reading Gunman opens fire at Connecticut mall, injures 5 people

Ava Moore, 18, was killed in Texas after being struck by a jet ski while kayaking on Grapevine Lake on May 25. The jet ski operator fled the scene with an adult male, abandoning their car after crashing into another vehicle. Moore, a standout athlete and student who recently completed her first year at the Air Force Preparatory School, was pulled from the water by … Continue reading Jet Ski Driver Flees After Allegedly Killing 18-Year-Old Basketball Star in Texas on Memorial Day Weekend

A second cryptocurrency investor, William Duplessie, 32, has surrendered to police in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 28-year-old Italian national in an upscale Manhattan townhouse. The victim claims he was tortured for nearly three weeks as captors tried to force him to reveal his Bitcoin password. Duplessie faces charges including kidnapping, assault, and unlawful imprisonment. His arrest follows that of crypto investor John … Continue reading A second crypto investor is charged with kidnapping and torturing a man in a posh NYC townhouse

Nearly a dozen people, including two children, were hospitalized after a boat explosion and fire in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Memorial Day evening. The explosion occurred near the New River Triangle around 5:45 p.m. and tossed passengers into the water.  Eleven people were hospitalized, with several suffering severe burns and transferred to a burn unit. Witnesses reported a gas leak may have triggered the explosion, … Continue reading Boat explodes at Fort Lauderdale sandbar, injuring nine adults and two children

Two female Secret Service agents were caught on video fighting outside former President Barack Obama’s $8 million DC mansion around 2:30 am on May 21. Audio released by RealClearPolitics captured one agent calling for a supervisor while threatening to attack the other. The agents were suspended, and the incident is under investigation. It’s unclear if the Obamas were home, the Daily Mail has reported.  This … Continue reading Obama’s female secret service staff caught brawl outside his DC mansion

A manhunt is underway in Arkansas for Grant Hardin, a 56-year-old former police chief convicted of murder and rape, who escaped from the North Central Unit in Calico Rock on Sunday. Authorities say he escaped through a controlled gateway in an Arkansas Department of Corrections uniform around 3 p.m. Hardin, who was Gateway’s police chief for about four months in 2016, is serving 30 years … Continue reading Ex-police chief convicted of murder on the run after Arkansas prison escape, authorities say

At least 11 people were hospitalized Sunday night after a shooting near a boat dock in Little River, South Carolina, a beach town near the North Carolina border. Police said the shooting, which occurred around 10:20 p.m. ET, was confined to an area near the Intracoastal Waterway and poses no ongoing threat to the community. Some victims arrived at hospitals by private vehicles. Authorities have … Continue reading At least 11 hospitalized after shooting in South Carolina beach town

A Cessna 550 business jet crashed in a San Diego neighborhood after hitting power lines during an attempted landing in poor weather, killing all six onboard and injuring eight people in the Murphy Canyon military housing community. The pilot, despite warnings of low visibility, continued with the landing approach. The crash ignited fires, destroyed cars, and damaged homes. Residents rushed to help evacuate neighbors, saving … Continue reading A small jet crashed into a San Diego neighborhood, killing 6 people

Oliver Widger, a 29-year-old from Oregon, quit his job and used his retirement savings to sail to Hawaii with his cat, Phoenix. After weeks at sea, he was greeted Saturday by cheering fans and Hawaii Gov. Josh Green at the Waikiki Yacht Club. Widger, diagnosed with a paralysis-risk syndrome four years ago, left his managerial job with $10,000 debt, taught himself to sail via YouTube, … Continue reading Oregon man who quit his job to set sail with his cat arrives to cheering fans in Hawaii

John Woeltz, 37, was arrested for kidnapping a 28-year-old Italian man in a Manhattan apartment, where the victim was held for weeks, beaten, shocked, and threatened with death to force him to reveal his Bitcoin password. The victim escaped after distracting Woeltz and was later treated for his injuries. Prosecutors said Woeltz, who had access to a private jet and helicopter, posed a flight risk … Continue reading Crypto investor is charged with kidnapping and torturing a man in an NYC apartment for weeks

Dashcam footage shows a dump truck crashing into a New Jersey home after its driver suffered a medical seizure. The truck, loaded with sand, drifted across the road, hit a utility pole, crossed lawns, and slammed into the two-story house, partially sinking into the basement. The driver, trapped for two hours, was hospitalized but survived, as did the homeowner, who was rescued by a neighbor. … Continue reading Video shows dump truck plowing into NJ home after driver suffers medical emergency

The Texas House gave preliminary approval to SB10, a bill requiring all public school classrooms to display the Ten Commandments, passing 88-49. Texas, with nearly 6 million students, would join Louisiana and Arkansas, though Louisiana’s similar law is on hold after a federal ruling. This move coincides with recent Supreme Court decisions favoring religious entities and sparked unsuccessful Democratic attempts to include other texts or … Continue reading Texas Advances Ten Commandments Mandate for Public Schools

Two Israeli embassy staff members, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgram, were shot and killed outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez of Chicago, allegedly shouted “Free Palestine” while in custody and confessed to the shooting. Officials described the attack as antisemitic, with Israeli and U.S. leaders condemning it as an act of terrorism, NBC News has reported. … Continue reading Two Israeli Embassy staffers shot dead outside D.C.’s Capital Jewish Museum

At the University at Buffalo’s commencement, graduate Jean-Paul Al-Arab was chased by police after running onstage with his baby, who wore a matching cap and gown. The university said he violated rules by bringing an infant onstage, despite being warned. Al-Arab claimed he was previously told it was allowed and shared his story on TikTok, thanking supporters. Though escorted offstage, he later apologized and will … Continue reading University of Buffalo grad chased by police as he runs across stage holding his baby

Police in Durango, Colorado, had to recapture Irwin, a pet kangaroo who escaped for the second time. Now too big to hop into a pouch-like bag as he did last fall, Irwin was eventually cornered and caught by an officer with farm experience. He was safely returned home, the Associated Press has reported. As Irwin grows, authorities warn he’ll become harder to catch and stress … Continue reading Loose pet kangaroo keeps police hopping in Colorado

Tallahassee-area State Attorney Jack Campbell has reportedly opened an investigation into a $10 million Medicaid settlement donation to a charity linked to First Lady Casey DeSantis, which was later funneled into a political committee. The funds, intended for the Hope Florida Foundation, were routed through nonprofits before $8.5 million ended up with Keep Florida Clean, a committee that opposed marijuana legalization and was run by … Continue reading Tallahassee prosecutor now looking into $10M tied to Casey DeSantis charity