Charlie Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, has said she will not personally push for the death penalty against her husband’s accused killer, Tyler Robinson, leaving the decision to the government. Robinson, 22, was charged with aggravated murder and other felonies in the September 10 assassination of the 31-year-old political activist at Utah Valley University. Erika Kirk, speaking to The New York Times, said her faith guides … Continue reading Erika Kirk breaks silence on seeking death penalty for ‘assassin’ Tyler Robinson

A 175lb female black bear went on a rampage through a Dollar General in Vernon, New Jersey, attacking a 90-year-old woman and a dog before being euthanized. The bear initially entered the store around 2 p.m., left, then returned two hours later, terrorizing a nearby restaurant and chasing employees. A real estate agent helped guide the bear out of the store before police arrived. The … Continue reading Bear attacks 90-year-old woman during rampage through Dollar General store

During Charlie Kirk’s memorial service, FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau is “pursuing every lead” in the investigation of his assassination. Tyler Robinson, 22, has been charged with Kirk’s murder, but the FBI is examining the possibility of accomplices, including individuals linked to Robinson on Discord. Investigators are reviewing the shooting location, bullet trajectory, text messages, online chats, and potential hand signals near Kirk … Continue reading Patel says FBI investigating ‘possibility of accomplices’ in Kirk shooting

Ryan Routh, charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump at his Florida golf course, is representing himself in federal court. Prosecutors rested after seven days and 38 witnesses, presenting evidence that Routh plotted the attack for weeks and aimed a rifle at a Secret Service agent, who fired, forcing him to flee. Routh has pleaded not guilty to multiple federal and state charges, including attempted … Continue reading Man representing himself against charges of trying to kill Trump plans to call just 3 witnesses

Heavy rain east of Los Angeles triggered mudslides that damaged homes and trapped drivers in the San Bernardino Mountains. Ten people were rescued from stranded vehicles on State Route 38, while a 2-year-old boy drowned after floodwaters swept his family’s car away in Barstow. Mudslides affected Forest Falls, Oak Glen, and Potato Canyon, with one Forest Falls home buried under tree trunks. The storm dumped … Continue reading Sudden heavy rain in Southern California unleashes mudslides, 2-year-old drowns

Protests at the ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois, continued into their second week as officers carried out deportation operations under “Operation Midway Blitz.” Demonstrators, including Abraham Aguirre, gathered to support family members detained at the center, waving and providing supplies as buses transported detainees, some headed for Mexico and Venezuela. Tensions flared as ICE agents used pepper balls against protesters, leading to a few arrests, … Continue reading Protesters clash with agents at Chicago ICE facility as official denies its closure

Tiger handler Ryan Easley was fatally mauled by a tiger at Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Hugo, Oklahoma. The preserve described the attack as a tragic reminder of the risks involved in working with wild animals and praised Easley for his passion, care, and dedication to big cats. All tours and animal encounters at the facility have been canceled until further notice. PETA condemned direct … Continue reading Tiger handler fatally mauled at Oklahoma preserve 

A 64-year-old man, Anibal Hernandezsantana, was arrested after a drive-by shooting at ABC10, an ABC affiliate in Sacramento, on Friday. At least three bullets struck the station’s lobby while the building was occupied, but no one was injured. Hernandezsantana faces multiple felony charges, including shooting into an occupied building and assault with a deadly weapon, and was released on $200,000 bail. Authorities are investigating the … Continue reading Man arrested after drive-by shooting at ABC TV station in Sacramento

A masked gunman shouting “Free Palestine” opened fire at a wedding reception in Nashua, New Hampshire, killing 59-year-old guest Robert Steven DeCesare just before the bride and groom’s first dance. Police identified the shooter as 23-year-old Hunter Nadeau, who was arrested and charged with murder. At least six others were hospitalized with injuries while fleeing, and initial reports of multiple shooters led to a large … Continue reading Gunman shouted ‘Free Palestine’ before opening fire and killing guest at Sky Meadow country club wedding

Luigi Mangione, 27, is accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealth executive Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel last December. He has pleaded not guilty and faces both federal and state murder charges, though a New York judge recently dismissed two terrorism-related counts against him. Mangione’s lawyers are asking a federal judge to dismiss his indictment or bar prosecutors from seeking the death penalty, arguing that Attorney … Continue reading Luigi Mangione Seeks Dismissal of Death Penalty and Charges

Two elk hunters, Andrew Porter, 25, of North Carolina, and Ian Stasko, 25, of Utah, who went missing on Friday in southwest Colorado, were found dead Thursday morning by search and rescue teams. Their bodies were discovered near the Rio de los Pinos trailhead after an extensive search involving multiple agencies, volunteers, and specialized teams. The men had last shared their location on Sept. 11 … Continue reading Missing elk hunters found dead by Colorado search and rescue teams

Several New York elected officials, including City Comptroller Brad Lander, were arrested Thursday during a protest at a Manhattan immigration office, according to DHS and local reports. Authorities said 71 people in total were arrested, among them two state senators and nine assembly members, after they demanded access to the building’s 10th-floor migrant holding facility to review conditions. DHS accused Lander of obstructing law enforcement … Continue reading Several New York officials arrested in protest at Manhattan ICE office

Demartravion “Trey” Reed, a 21-year-old Black college student, was found hanging from a tree on Delta State University’s campus in Mississippi, and his death has been ruled a suicide after an autopsy. Police said the findings matched earlier investigations, which showed no evidence of foul play, though toxicology results are still pending. Civil rights advocates and Reed’s family, represented by attorney Ben Crump, have demanded … Continue reading Death of Black Mississippi student ruled a suicide after autopsy

A man in his 30s died after riding the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Universal Orlando’s new Epic Universe park, with an autopsy ruling the cause as blunt impact injuries. The death was deemed accidental, though officials have not released details about where the injuries occurred. The man was found unresponsive after the ride and later pronounced dead at a hospital. Universal has closed the … Continue reading Man dies from blunt impact injuries after riding roller coaster in Florida

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