Three women have been charged with murder after a 32-year-old mother of five, Caroline Peña, was stabbed multiple times in broad daylight in Del Rio, Texas, and later died from her injuries. Police said the attack occurred at a busy intersection, and the victim was rushed to hospitals in Del Rio and San Antonio before succumbing to her wounds. Investigators identified Kitty Mia Diaz, Amaya … Continue reading Sisters, friend charged in Texas mom’s stabbing death

Police in Jackson, Mississippi are investigating a triple homicide after two women and a 2-year-old child were found shot dead on Saturday night. Officers responded to an aggravated assault call and discovered the victims, all of whom had multiple gunshot wounds. Authorities initially searched for a suspect linked to a stolen red Mitsubishi Mirage, describing them as armed and dangerous, though the vehicle was later … Continue reading Manhunt underway after 2-year-old, 2 women killed in ‘horrifying’ Mississippi shooting, police say

Severe storms in Kentucky and Tennessee triggered record-breaking rainfall, causing flash floods that killed at least five people and left dozens missing or unaccounted for. Kentucky was hardest hit, with multiple deaths reported, including victims trapped in flooded basements and a weather-related car crash, while another fatality occurred in Tennessee when a mother died after saving her child from rising waters. Gov. Andy Beshear declared … Continue reading At least 5 dead after storms bring flash floods to Kentucky, Tennessee

California authorities uncovered at least 117 dog remains during a search of Miranda’s Rescue in Fortuna as part of an ongoing animal cruelty investigation. Many of the bodies showed signs of decomposition and possible gunshot wounds, with forensic experts also recovering hundreds of bones and dog collars from the property. Investigators said earlier reports of missing animals and alleged abuse led to multiple search warrants … Continue reading At least 117 dead dogs found in search at California animal rescue accused of abuse, officials said

Three firefighters were killed and two others injured in a “burnover” incident while battling fast-moving wildfires on the Colorado-Utah border. Officials said the crew was overwhelmed by flames from the Knowles and Gore fires, which later merged into a larger blaze covering tens of thousands of acres. The injured firefighters were hospitalized with burns, and authorities are providing support to the victims’ families and colleagues. … Continue reading Three firefighters die battling huge wildfires on Colorado-Utah border

A member of the Zizians group, Michelle Zajko, has been charged with murder in the 2022 shooting deaths of her parents in their Pennsylvania home, with prosecutors saying she did not act alone. Investigators cited doorbell camera footage, ballistic evidence, and cellphone records linking her to the crime, though they are still searching for possible co-conspirators. Zajko, who is already jailed on other charges, has … Continue reading A member of the cultlike Zizians group is charged in the killings of her parents in Pennsylvania

The search for Nancy Guthrie continues, with investigators focusing on ransom notes that may contain clues about her whereabouts. Former FBI agents say differences in word choice, tone, and structure between the notes could help determine whether they were written by the same person or multiple individuals. One note reportedly included specific details not publicly known at the time, while later messages shifted in language … Continue reading A ‘fingerprint’ in Nancy Guthrie’s ransom notes could help in finding her

Camp Mystic, a Christian all-girls sleepaway camp in Texas, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy nearly a year after a deadly flood killed 25 girls and two teen counselors at its Guadalupe River site. The camp reported more than $10 million in debt, while attorneys for victims’ families said bankruptcy would not prevent accountability. The tragedy sparked multiple investigations, lawsuits, and criticism over alleged inadequate … Continue reading Camp Mystic, following deadly flooding incident, files for bankruptcy

Scientists have found that many urban mice and rats in major U.S. cities are developing genetic mutations that make them increasingly resistant to common poisons used for extermination. A Rutgers University study found that most tested rodents in cities like New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. carried mutations in the Vkorc1 gene linked to rodenticide resistance. House mice showed particularly high levels of these mutations, … Continue reading Mutant sewer rats spreading through major US cities

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Northern California near Willits on Wednesday morning, causing power outages for about 10,000 customers in Mendocino County and scattering items in stores. The USGS initially estimated a stronger quake before downgrading it, and officials reported some injuries but no deaths or major damage. Emergency crews responded to downed power lines, possible gas leaks, and water line breaks while urging residents … Continue reading 5.6 earthquake rattles Northern California: Some injuries reported, thousands lose power

Former Rep. Ben McAdams is projected to win the Democratic primary for Utah’s newly redrawn 1st Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. McAdams, a moderate who previously served in Congress from 2019 to 2021, defeated progressive state Sen. Nate Blouin and other candidates in the race. The district, redrawn by court order, is now considered heavily Democratic, giving McAdams a strong chance in the … Continue reading Former Utah House Democrat wins primary for redistricted seat in Utah

About two million honey bees were released after a semitrailer carrying beehives overturned in Orange County, Texas. The truck, loaded with tens of thousands of pounds of bees, tipped over when the driver failed to complete a turn in a rural neighborhood. Emergency officials warned residents to stay indoors as crews worked amid heavy swarms to recover and relocate the hives. Beekeepers and responders in … Continue reading Millions of bees swarm Texas neighborhood after semitrailer overturns

A 24-year-old man, Tyler J. Russell, was arrested and charged with arson and six counts of second-degree manslaughter after a deadly motel fire in Endwell, New York. The blaze tore through the Knights Inn early Monday morning, rapidly engulfing the building and producing heavy smoke and flames. Six people were killed and at least two others were injured, while about 73 guests were displaced. Emergency … Continue reading 6 dead, 73 displaced in Knights Inn motel fire; man arrested on arson charge

U.S. Army Sgt. Quornelius S. Radford was sentenced to six consecutive life sentences for a 2024 shooting at Fort Stewart in Georgia in which he attacked his own unit and his fiancé. Military prosecutors said he shot his fiancé during an argument and then opened fire inside his unit’s offices, injuring five soldiers before being tackled and disarmed. All six victims survived, though they testified … Continue reading Army sergeant sentenced after shooting 5 soldiers and his male fiancé at Fort Stewart

An 18-year-old gunman opened fire at a library in Chico, northern California, killing two people and injuring a child before being arrested within minutes. Police said the suspect, identified as Bradley Scott Sayer, appeared to be inspired by the Columbine school shooting and had posted related references on social media. Authorities say he carried a shotgun, wore a shirt referencing “natural selection,” and targeted a … Continue reading California teen plotted Columbine-type shooting at library that left two dead, officials say

Nine Texas protesters were sentenced to lengthy prison terms of 50 to 100 years after being convicted of terrorism-related charges linked to a 4 July protest at an immigration detention facility. Prosecutors said the group vandalized property during the demonstration and that one activist shot and wounded a police officer, though he survived. The harsh sentences were widely criticized as excessive, with legal experts noting … Continue reading Texas anti-ICE protesters convicted of terrorism charges sentenced to at least 50 years in prison

A 13-year-old boy was injured after reportedly exiting his ride vehicle on Disneyland’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and going down part of the attraction’s 50-foot waterfall drop. Witnesses said the ride stopped temporarily after staff became aware of the incident and emergency personnel responded. The teen was taken to a local hospital for evaluation but was later released. Disneyland officials shut down the ride immediately after … Continue reading 13-year-old boy falls down waterfall of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland

Four Coast Guard crew members suffered minor injuries when an MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter crashed during a training flight near Sitka in southeast Alaska. The aircraft went down in a remote area near Harbor Mountain, and rescuers reached the scene about an hour later. All four crew members were taken to Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center and are expected to recover. The Coast Guard has launched an … Continue reading Coast Guard helicopter crashes on a training mission in Alaska, four injured

Federal prosecutors have arrested two additional suspects, Jordan Rincker and William Lee Falkner, in an alleged plot to attack a UFC event near the White House, bringing the total number of defendants to seven. Court documents say Rincker provided money, weapons, and logistical support to co-conspirators and discussed using drones to carry out an explosive attack, though he later denied technical knowledge of drones. Falkner … Continue reading 7 people now face charges in plot targeting UFC event at White House

A federal judge quashed subpoenas issued by the Trump administration to Minnesota officials, including Governor Tim Walz, over an immigration enforcement investigation. The court ruled the subpoenas were politically motivated and aimed at pressuring “sanctuary” jurisdictions rather than pursuing a legitimate legal inquiry. Judge Patrick Schiltz said the Department of Justice failed to show evidence of actual obstruction by state or local officials. Minnesota leaders … Continue reading Judge blocks subpoenas for Walz and others over Minnesota immigration crackdown

Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC’s Savannah Guthrie, was kidnapped from her Tucson home in early February, prompting a major investigation. Authorities received ransom notes, including one demanding cryptocurrency and a second claiming she had died shortly after the abduction and was buried in a remote area. The FBI and investigators have treated the messages as potentially credible and attempted to trace their origins. … Continue reading Nancy Guthrie abduction: 2nd ransom note sent to Tucson TV station said she died

At least four hikers have died in the Grand Canyon this month due to suspected heat-related illness, according to the National Park Service. The deaths occurred during separate incidents in mid-June, including a 72-year-old man on the South Kaibab Trail and a 67-year-old man and 68-year-old woman on the North Kaibab Trail, where temperatures can exceed 109°F. Despite rapid response efforts and helicopter support, all … Continue reading Multiple hikers dead amid scorching Grand Canyon temperatures

Chicago police reported at least 33 people were shot and six killed across the city over the weekend. The violence included multiple incidents on the South and West Sides, with victims ranging from teenagers to adults, many of whom were taken to local hospitals in critical or serious condition. Several shootings occurred during large gatherings, where officers were present but suspects often escaped due to … Continue reading At least 36 shot, 6 fatally, in shootings across Chicago this weekend

The U.S. military carried out another strike on a suspected drug-smuggling boat in the eastern Pacific, killing two people and leaving six survivors. The operation is part of an ongoing campaign that has now resulted in more than 60 strikes and over 210 deaths since September. U.S. officials say the boats are linked to “narcoterrorists,” but critics argue there is little evidence and question the … Continue reading US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 2, leaves 6 survivors

California Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for Los Angeles as firefighters continue battling a massive warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that has burned for days. The blaze began in a large cold storage facility and has proven difficult to control due to lingering heat, hazardous materials, and poor visibility inside the building. Smoke and chemical odors, including from a ruptured ammonia … Continue reading LA firefighters battle warehouse blaze amid concerns over billowing smoke