New FBI Director Kash Patel plans to relocate up to 1,500 employees from Washington, aligning with his vision of reducing the bureau’s presence in D.C. and focusing on crime-fighting nationwide. Sworn in Friday, Patel inherits an agency in turmoil amid Justice Department shake-ups and scrutiny over Jan. 6 investigations. His appointment, confirmed by a narrow Senate vote, has sparked Democratic concerns over potential bias, while … Continue reading FBI Director Kash Patel plans to move up to 1,500 workers out of Washington

Two Virginia Beach police officers were shot and killed during a traffic stop late Friday night, authorities confirmed. The department assured the public there was no active threat but provided few details as the investigation continues. Rep. Jen Kiggans expressed condolences, urging prayers for the officers’ families, CBS News has reported. A news conference is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Eastern. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading 2 Virginia Beach police officers shot and killed during traffic stop

Two single-engine planes collided midair at Marana Regional Airport on Wednesday morning around 8:30 a.m. The crash involved a Lancair 3600 and a Cessna 172. Two people aboard the Lancair were killed, while the two in the Cessna were uninjured. The NTSB and FAA are investigating the incident, which will include examining wreckage, seeking witnesses, and analyzing radar data. The Lancair, a high-performance kit plane … Continue reading Two planes collide at Arizona airport leaving at least 2 dead

A Mississippi judge ordered the Clarksdale Press Register to delete an editorial criticizing city officials, sparking alarm among First Amendment advocates. The city sued the newspaper over its February 8 column, which accused officials of failing to notify the public about a tax hearing. Without a hearing, Judge Crystal Wise Martin ruled the editorial must be removed, citing alleged defamation. Press freedom groups condemned the order as … Continue reading Judge orders Mississippi newspaper to delete editorial criticizing public officials

Denise Cheung, the top criminal prosecutor at the Washington, DC, US Attorney’s Office, resigned on Tuesday after refusing to open a grand jury investigation into an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) funding decision during the Biden administration. She believed there was insufficient evidence to proceed and sought to protect lower-level prosecutors from the task. Cheung’s resignation follows ongoing tensions between long-time DOJ employees and Trump-appointed officials, … Continue reading Senior DOJ prosecutor quit after being told to investigate Biden climate spending, sources say

A massive fire broke out at the SPS Technologies warehouse in Abington Township, Pennsylvania, around 9:35 p.m. Monday, with witnesses reporting an explosion. All 60 employees were evacuated safely, and no injuries were reported. Firefighters battled the blaze overnight, and as of Tuesday morning, it was still smoldering but contained, NBC 10 Philadelphia has reported. Authorities urged residents to avoid the area. Written by B.C. … Continue reading Massive fire breaks out at Pennsylvania aerospace manufacturer

A Michigan man, Harrison Jones, was arrested and charged with six counts of attempted homicide after allegedly driving over 700 miles to Bensalem, Pennsylvania, and setting fire to a home where six people were inside. The fire, which occurred on Feb. 10, forced residents to jump from second-story windows, injured all six, and killed two dogs. Surveillance footage and license plate readers helped track Jones’ … Continue reading Man drives over 700 miles to set fire to home of man talking with his ex-girlfriend

A federal judge has ordered New York Mayor Eric Adams, his attorneys, and DOJ prosecutors to appear in court to explain the DOJ’s controversial request to dismiss corruption charges against Adams. Judge Dale Ho’s order suggests skepticism over the unusual move, which led to the resignation of seven top DOJ prosecutors. The dismissal request came after Adams agreed to let ICE access Rikers Island, raising … Continue reading Judge orders Mayor Eric Adams, DOJ lawyers to appear in court, explain case dismissal request

Jack LaSota, 34, alleged leader of a cultlike group linked to multiple killings, including the recent shooting of a Border Patrol agent in Vermont, was arrested in Maryland for trespassing, firearms violations, and obstruction. LaSota, who previously faked her death in 2022, has alleged ties to violent attacks, including a stabbing and a double homicide. Authorities continue investigating her group’s role in recent crimes, NBC … Continue reading Leader of cultlike group linked to multiple killings is arrested in Maryland

Native American activist Leonard Peltier, 80, was released from a Florida prison Tuesday after President Biden commuted his life sentence for the 1975 killings of two FBI agents. His imprisonment symbolized systemic injustice for many Native Americans, while critics, including former FBI Director Christopher Wray, maintain his guilt. Peltier, a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa, was a key figure in the American … Continue reading Leonard Peltier leaves prison after Biden commuted his sentence in the killing of two FBI agents

Police in North Carolina seized 148 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in concrete landscape pavers ahead of Valentine’s Day. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Drug Unit discovered the drugs in Pantego, following an earlier arrest in Pitt County. K-9s led officers to the drugs, which were concealed in 84 pavers, each containing 800 grams of meth, the USA Today has reported. The investigation, involving multiple agencies, … Continue reading 148 pounds of crystal meth found in stone landscaping pavers in North Carolina

A single-engine Rockwell Commander plane crashed near Covington Municipal Airport late Saturday, killing both occupants. The aircraft lost communication shortly after takeoff and was found in the woods north of the runway.  Authorities are working to identify the victims, while the FAA and NTSB are investigating the crash , the Associated Press has reported. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading 2 killed in crash of small plane near municipal airport east of Atlanta

Heavy rains in Virginia triggered severe flooding, leading to over 100 rescues, mostly in Richlands, Tazewell County. Around 60 people were evacuated near the Clinch River, and shelters have been opened for displaced residents. In Buchanan County, a family was rescued by neighbors using a boat after floodwaters reached their home. High winds have made power restoration difficult, and emergency crews are now preparing for … Continue reading Over 100 people rescued from floodwaters in Southwest Virginia

A third death has been confirmed from a fiery multi-vehicle pileup inside an Interstate 80 tunnel in Wyoming. The crash involved 26 vehicles, including 16 semi-trucks, and sparked a fire that severely damaged the tunnel. Wreckage and fire-related toxins delayed rescue efforts. Authorities are investigating the cause, and prosecutors may consider criminal charges. The tunnel remains closed, but partial reopening is expected by Wednesday, NBC … Continue reading Third death reported in fiery multi-vehicle pileup in Wyoming tunnel

Severe storms and flooding have killed at least nine people in the U.S., including eight in Kentucky, where heavy rain caused creeks to swell and roads to flood. Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear reported 1,000 rescues and warned residents to stay off roads. President Trump approved a disaster declaration for the state. In Tennessee, a levee failure led to mandatory evacuations, while Alabama saw tornado damage. … Continue reading At least 9 people are dead, including 8 in Kentucky from winter storm

Las Cruces police officer Brad Lunsford was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter for fatally shooting Presley Eze, a Black man, during a 2022 confrontation at a New Mexico gas station. Prosecutors argued Lunsford used unjustifiable deadly force, shooting Eze in the back of the head during a struggle over a stun gun. The conviction, rare in police shooting cases, carries a possible nine-year sentence, the … Continue reading New Mexico jury convicts police officer in fatal shooting of Black man at gas station

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Waesche offloaded over 37,000 pounds of cocaine worth $275 million after a two-month counter-drug patrol in the Eastern Pacific. The crew intercepted 11 drug-smuggling vessels but faced adversity, including the loss of Seaman Bryan K. Lee, who went missing on Feb. 4. A massive search effort covering 19,000 square nautical miles was suspended on Feb. 8, CBS News has reported. … Continue reading U.S. Coast Guard ship offloads $275 million of cocaine days after crew member lost at sea

A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck western Texas on Friday night, with its epicenter 33 miles northwest of Toyah, according to the USGS. The quake, at a depth of 4.1 miles, was felt in parts of New Mexico, including Carlsbad, Roswell, and Las Cruces. Aftershocks followed within minutes, and the NWS in El Paso confirmed feeling tremors, CNN has reported. No immediate injuries have been reported. … Continue reading A 5.0 magnitude earthquake sends tremors across western Texas

Federal prosecutors in New York have moved to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, citing concerns over election interference and governance. The decision, ordered by Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove, sparked internal DOJ turmoil, with multiple resignations, including Manhattan’s acting U.S. Attorney Danielle Sassoon. Prosecutors opposed the dismissal, alleging political influence and a quid pro quo involving Adams’ cooperation with the Trump … Continue reading Prosecutors file motion to drop corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams

The crew of the Army Black Hawk helicopter that collided midair with an American Airlines plane near Washington, D.C., may not have realized they were flying too high or heard critical air traffic control messages before the fatal crash. The Jan. 29 accident over the Potomac River killed all 67 people aboard. The NTSB revealed that a key directive to “pass behind” the plane may … Continue reading Black Hawk crew may not have heard message before midair crash

The Department of Homeland Security fired four employees for bypassing leadership and improperly using FEMA funds to pay for luxury hotel accommodations for migrants in New York City. This follows a claim by Elon Musk that FEMA sent $59 million to house illegal immigrants in high-end hotels. The firings include FEMA’s CFO and two analysts. Critics, including Rep. Mike Lawler, condemned the misuse of taxpayer … Continue reading 4 FEMA employees fired for paying for hotels for migrants in New York City

Steve Bannon pleaded guilty to defrauding donors to the “We Build the Wall” campaign in exchange for a sentence without prison time. The felony charge stems from Bannon’s role in misdirecting funds meant for constructing a border wall. He will serve a three-year conditional discharge, barred from leading charities or fundraising for nonprofits. Bannon had promised that no funds would go to pay the salary … Continue reading Steve Bannon pleads guilty in border wall fraud case, avoids jail time

The FBI uncovered about 2,400 newly inventoried records related to JFK’s assassination following a search prompted by a 2017 executive order from Donald Trump. These previously unrecognized files are being turned over to the National Archives for declassification. Since 2020, the FBI has centralized records, improving search capabilities. The U.S. has periodically released JFK documents since 1992, with 99% now public, CNN has reported. Trump … Continue reading FBI says it has discovered new files on JFK assassination

A private jet owned by Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil crashed in Arizona after veering off the runway and colliding with a parked jet, killing 78-year-old pilot Joie Vitosky. The crash, reportedly caused by landing gear failure, seriously injured another pilot and two passengers, including Neil’s girlfriend, Rain Hannah. Neil was not on board, the Associated Press has reported. The National Transportation Safety Board is … Continue reading One dead, four injured after business jets collide at Arizona airport

A vehicle exploded near El Paso airport, injuring five people, including one seriously. The blast occurred around 1:06 p.m. near the Sun Metro bus headquarters, prompting evacuations. Four victims were hospitalized, while one refused treatment, the Daily Mail has reported. Authorities closed a nearby street, and firefighters are battling the blaze with 45 emergency units on the scene. Written by B.C. Begley Continue reading Huge explosion rocks El Paso as fire causes black smoke to billow near airport