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

Authorities have identified Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old Utah resident, as the suspect in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University on Wednesday. Utah Governor Spencer Cox said investigators tracked Robinson through surveillance footage, interviews with family members, and online messages with his roommate, which detailed plans involving a rifle recovered near the campus. Robinson allegedly engraved inscriptions on the bullets, … Continue reading Suspect in Charlie Kirk’s killing is identified by officials

A man suspected of murdering, robbing, and setting fire to an elderly Queens couple is now in custody, the NYPD announced. The suspect, 42-year-old Jamel McGriff, was apprehended Wednesday evening near Times Square after authorities tracked his credit card and received real-time updates through a police messaging app. Frank Olton, 76, was found tied to a pole in his basement with multiple stab wounds, while … Continue reading Suspect in custody after couple severely burned in ‘horrific double homicide’ in NYC: Police

The assassination of Charlie Kirk deeply affected supporters who gathered at the Phoenix headquarters of the Turning Point movement to mourn the conservative leader. Attendees, including families and strangers, laid flowers, prayed, and embraced one another while reflecting on Kirk’s unapologetic advocacy for free speech and conservative values. Many mourners expressed that his death was a watershed moment, highlighting fears that refusing to conform to … Continue reading Mourners reflect on Charlie Kirk at Turning Point’s Phoenix headquarters

Tropical Storm Kiko was generating high surf and dangerous rip currents near Hawaii, even as it weakened north of the islands. Forecasters from the National Hurricane Center said Kiko would continue passing north of the Hawaiian Islands on Tuesday and Wednesday, without an expected direct hit. At the time, the storm had maximum sustained winds of around 40 mph and was located about 220 miles … Continue reading Kiko weakens into a tropical storm but brings dangerous surf to Hawaii

Americans are observing the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with ceremonies, volunteer work, and tributes honoring the nearly 3,000 victims. Family members of those killed joined politicians and dignitaries at commemorations in New York, the Pentagon, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Many attendees, like Denise Matuza, Jennifer Nilsen, and Michelle Pizzo, wore shirts with the names and photos of their husbands who died in … Continue reading US marks 24th anniversary of 9/11 terror attacks

Two teenagers are in critical condition after a school shooting at Evergreen High School in Colorado, while the shooter, another teenager, died from self-inflicted injuries. The incident occurred on Wednesday, Sept. 10, around 12:24 p.m., when the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office received reports that the student had opened fire both inside and outside the school. Law enforcement did not fire any rounds, and after a … Continue reading Suspect dead, 2 hurt in Colorado high school shooting

he FBI and Utah Department of Public Safety will hold a press conference at 7 a.m. local time (9 a.m. ET) Thursday to provide updates on the manhunt for the suspect in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Utah Department of Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason and the FBI Special Agent in Charge will attend the press conference to discuss the ongoing investigation. Charlie … Continue reading Charlie Kirk assassination sparks manhunt as shooting suspect remains at large

On Tuesday morning, more than 60 shipping containers fell from the cargo ship Mississippi into the water at the Port of Long Beach. The incident occurred just before 9 a.m. at Pier G while the vessel was being unloaded. Initial investigations suggest that the containers began to topple after crews started releasing the securing straps, triggering a domino effect. Goods from major retailers such as Costco, Target, … Continue reading Over 60 Shipping Containers Fall into Ocean at Port of Long Beach

A Michigan judge has dismissed criminal charges against 15 individuals accused of attempting to falsely certify Donald Trump as the winner of the 2020 presidential election in Michigan. District Court Judge Kristen D. Simmons ruled that the group, including prominent Michigan Republicans, would not face trial. The charges, announced over two years ago by Democratic Attorney General Dana Nessel, included forgery and conspiracy to commit … Continue reading Michigan Judge Dismisses Charges Against 15 Accused of False Elector Scheme in 2020 Election

Decarlos Brown Jr. has been charged with a federal crime in connection with the fatal stabbing of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska aboard a North Carolina commuter train. The attack, which appeared random and was captured on video, has raised questions about public safety and the handling of repeat offenders. Brown, who had 14 prior criminal arrests, faces a federal charge that could result in the death … Continue reading Suspect in stabbing of Ukrainian woman in North Carolina charged with federal crime

A badly decomposed body was discovered Monday in a Tesla belonging to the singer D4vd at a Los Angeles impound lot. Police were called to the lot on North Mansfield Avenue after a foul odor was reported coming from the vehicle. The remains were found in a bag in the trunk, and identification is expected to be delayed due to the condition of the body. … Continue reading Decomposed body found in singer D4vd’s impounded Tesla in Los Angeles