Ron DeSantis said the state may soon close “Alligator Alcatraz,” a controversial immigration detention center built in the Everglades as part of federal deportation efforts. He described the facility as temporary and a “bridge” while federal authorities expand capacity, though he did not give a specific closure date. The center, which processed thousands of undocumented migrants, has faced criticism over high costs, environmental concerns, and alleged mistreatment of … Continue reading DeSantis acknowledges Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ may wind down operations

The FBI executed a court-authorized search at the Portsmouth office of Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas, saying it was conducting an ongoing investigation but not disclosing details or targets. Federal agents confirmed the search but said there is no threat to public safety, while local police reported they were not previously aware of the operation. Lucas, the state Senate president pro tem, suggested the … Continue reading FBI raids office of Dem state lawmaker in Virginia

A federal judge ruled that the U.S. government can retain 2020 election ballots and related materials seized by the FBI from a Fulton County, Georgia, warehouse. The case stemmed from a January raid linked to an investigation into alleged irregularities in the 2020 presidential election, which Fulton County officials argued was unlawful and unconstitutional. Donald Trump and allies had previously made unproven claims of widespread … Continue reading Justice department can keep 2020 ballots FBI seized from Fulton county, judge rules

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos responded to criticism from FBI Director Kash Patel over the handling of the investigation into the disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie in Tucson, Arizona. Patel accused local authorities of initially limiting FBI involvement and suggested early delays hindered the search, while also describing federal efforts to recover key digital evidence like doorbell camera footage. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department said … Continue reading Sheriff in Nancy Guthrie Case Says He’s ‘Committed’ to Investigation After Criticism from FBI Director

A federal judge has unsealed a document described as an alleged suicide note written by Jeffrey Epstein, marking its first public release. The note, reportedly found by Epstein’s cellmate in 2019 after an earlier suicide attempt, contains statements denying wrongdoing and expressing frustration but is unsigned and has not been authenticated. Jeffrey Epstein was later found dead in his jail cell in 2019, with the … Continue reading Alleged suicide note written by Jeffrey Epstein unsealed by federal judge

A hiker in Yellowstone National Park discovered signs of a bear attack, including paw prints, blood, and personal items, before finding an injured man on a trail near Biscuit Basin on Monday afternoon. The victim was one of two brothers attacked by at least one bear, marking the park’s first bear attack of the season. Both men were airlifted to a hospital, with one in … Continue reading Two hikers injured in bear attack at Yellowstone

A Federal Aviation Administration employee, Dean DelleChiaie, 35, has been arrested in New Hampshire for allegedly threatening to kill President Donald Trump. Prosecutors say he used a government computer to search topics related to assassinations, security breaches, and Trump, and later sent an email to the White House saying he intended to “neutralize/kill” the president. Authorities also allege he searched for information on Vice President … Continue reading FAA employee in New Hampshire charged with threatening to kill Trump

A U.S. Secret Service officer, John Andrew Spillman, 33, has been placed on administrative leave after being arrested in Miami for allegedly exposing and fondling himself in a hotel hallway. Police say he was found naked on the sixth floor of a DoubleTree hotel and was later accused by a witness of following her from the lobby and behaving inappropriately near her room. Hotel security … Continue reading US Secret Service agent placed on leave for allegedly fondling himself in public

A Houston restaurateur and former pharmaceutical CEO, Matthew Mitchell, 52, allegedly killed his pregnant wife and two children before taking his own life in a suspected murder-suicide. The family was found dead in their River Oaks home by a babysitter on Monday evening. Authorities believe Mitchell shot his wife and children, including an 8-year-old daughter and 4-year-old son, before killing himself. The children were found … Continue reading Houston restaurateur suspected of killing pregnant wife and two children before taking his own life

A Texas jury has sentenced former FedEx driver Tanner Horner, 34, to death for the kidnapping and murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand in 2022. Prosecutors said Horner struck the girl with his delivery van, abducted her, and later strangled her after a delivery incident at her family’s home in Wise County. The case included extensive evidence and testimony over a 19-day trial, including audio, DNA … Continue reading Tanner Horner sentenced to death for kidnapping and killing 7-year-old girl during FedEx delivery

Two people were killed and three others were injured in two related shootings in Carrollton, Texas, on Tuesday morning. Police arrested Seung Han Ho, 69, who is accused of carrying out both attacks after a business dispute turned violent. The first shooting happened inside the Gwang Jang Korean Market, where four people were shot and one died at the scene. The second occurred later in … Continue reading 2 dead, 3 injured: Suspect arrested after two Carrollton shootings tied to business dispute

A federal judge sharply criticized the conditions of detention for Cole Allen, the man accused of attempting to assassinate the president at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, and even apologized to him for his treatment in D.C. jail. Allen is charged with attempting to assassinate the president and firearm offenses after allegedly rushing a security checkpoint with a shotgun at the April 25 event. His … Continue reading Judge “very troubled” by accused correspondents’ dinner gunman’s treatment in jail

Shaquille Taylor pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the 2023 stray-bullet death of 18-year-old Belmont University student Jillian Ludwig in Nashville. He was sentenced to 38 years in prison after also pleading guilty to aggravated assault in a separate case. Police said Taylor was firing at a car when a bullet struck Ludwig while she was walking in a nearby park. Ludwig, a music business … Continue reading Man Pleads Guilty to Killing 18-Year-Old College Student Who Was Hit by Stray Bullet

A large multi-agency manhunt is underway in rural Tennessee for Craig Berry, a 44-year-old former Special Forces soldier accused of shooting his wife and fleeing into nearby woods. Authorities say Berry is wanted for attempted second-degree murder and is considered armed, highly dangerous, and skilled in survival tactics. The shooting occurred during a domestic incident early Sunday, after which he escaped into dense terrain along … Continue reading Military-trained fugitive accused of shooting wife eludes manhunt in rural woodlands

At least 13 people were injured in a mass shooting at a party at Spring Creek Park on Arcadia Lake near Oklahoma City on Sunday night. Police said gunfire broke out during a large gathering of young people, and no arrests have been made as of yet. Several victims were taken to hospitals in various conditions, while others sought help on their own. Investigators are … Continue reading At least 13 hurt in shooting at Oklahoma campground party

A shooting near the National Mall in Washington, D.C., left one man shot by Secret Service officers and a juvenile bystander injured on Monday afternoon. Authorities said officers confronted a suspect they believed was armed near White House perimeter patrol routes, after which he ran, fired at them, and was struck when they returned fire. Officials believe the suspect’s gunfire likely caused the bystander’s non-life-threatening … Continue reading 1 shot, bystander grazed in Secret Service police shooting near National Mall

A major fire destroyed the University of South Florida’s Marine Science Laboratory in St. Petersburg after breaking out on Saturday. Officials say lightning in the area at the time is being investigated as a possible cause. More than 60 units and about 200 firefighters responded, but the building was completely lost despite the large emergency response. USF President Moez Limayem said the cause has not … Continue reading Lightning may have sparked fire destroying top US marine science lab, officials say

A Ring doorbell video captured a masked man in a pickup truck allegedly stealing cacti from a home in the Catalina Foothills area near Tucson, Arizona, late at night. The homeowner reported the incident, which neighbors described as concerning but potentially a minor property crime. Local authorities said they had not been previously aware of similar recent activity but plan to investigate. The report notes … Continue reading Nancy Guthrie Update: New Footage Shows Masked Man in Same Neighborhood

A man was arrested at President Trump’s Doral National Golf Club near Miami after approaching a security area and becoming disruptive, according to the U.S. Secret Service. Officials said he failed to follow orders, made physical contact with an agent, and was taken into custody without further incident. He was charged with disorderly conduct and resisting without violence, and Mr. Trump was not at the … Continue reading Man arrested at Trump’s Miami golf club for disorderly conduct, Secret Service says

A man died after driving a car loaded with explosives and propane into the Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland, Oregon, early Saturday morning, triggering a fire and major emergency response. Police found multiple incendiary and explosive devices at the scene, some of which had partially detonated or were still active. Bomb technicians, robots, and federal agencies including the FBI and ATF were called in due … Continue reading Man drives car full of explosives into Oregon athletic club

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, 81, is in “critical but stable condition” in a Florida hospital, according to his spokesman, who did not disclose the cause of hospitalization. Giuliani, who previously served as a federal prosecutor and later as Donald Trump’s personal lawyer, had recently hosted his online show where he sounded hoarse and mentioned he was unwell. His spokesman described him as … Continue reading Rudy Giuliani, former New York mayor and Trump lawyer, hospitalized in critical condition

Republican governors in Tennessee and Alabama have called special legislative sessions to begin considering redrawing congressional maps following a recent Supreme Court ruling that narrowed parts of the Voting Rights Act. In Tennessee, Gov. Bill Lee is pushing for an expedited effort that could reshape districts, including potentially dividing the state’s only Democratic seat to favor Republicans. In Alabama, Gov. Kay Ivey is preparing for … Continue reading Tennessee and Alabama take steps to redraw House maps

An 18-year-old, Brailen Weaver, has been federally charged after allegedly killing two U.S. Bank employees during a robbery in Berea, Kentucky. Authorities say Weaver entered the bank, shot the victims, searched drawers, and then fled the scene without confirmation of taking money. He was later arrested after a high-speed police chase that ended when he crashed his vehicle and tried to escape on foot. Officials … Continue reading 18-year-old facing federal charges in deadly Kentucky bank robbery

Authorities say “fraudulent activities” were carried out against late NASCAR driver Greg Biffle after he and his wife died in a plane crash in North Carolina in December. Investigators believe suspects accessed banking and payment accounts by stealing personal information and changing login details, then transferring and spending funds. A break-in at Biffle’s home weeks after the crash is also suspected to have helped enable … Continue reading Friends of late NASCAR star Greg Biffle looted funds shortly after driver’s death, police says

A small Cessna 421C carrying five pickleball players crashed in the Texas Hill Country near Wimberley, killing all onboard. The group was flying from Amarillo to a tournament in New Braunfels when the plane went down late Thursday night in a wooded area. Authorities said the aircraft began moving erratically before disappearing from radar, and a distress signal was later detected. The victims were members … Continue reading Plane carrying pickleball players crashes in Texas Hill Country, killing all 5