The Gann Fire in Northern California has grown to more than 7,000 acres as smoke continues to impact communities in Calaveras County. All Calaveras Unified School District campuses were closed Wednesday due to worsening air quality, shifting winds, and wildfire conditions. Firefighters reported 10% containment as crews worked through rugged terrain with support from aircraft and overnight operations. The blaze began Monday near Hogan Dam … Continue reading California Gann Fire closes schools, recreation areas as it burns more than 7,000 acres

A man was arrested outside Trump National Golf Club in Southern California after federal agents said he was found acting suspiciously while recording security preparations ahead of President Donald Trump’s visit. Investigators later found weapons-related items at his home, including an illegally modified rifle, body armor, high-capacity magazines, and notebooks containing what authorities called concerning statements. Officials said there is no evidence the suspect was … Continue reading Armed man arrested at Trump’s California golf course ahead of president’s visit

A New York police official, Jennifer Lackard, was fired after being accused of acting as a getaway driver for her son in an alleged attempted murder case. Authorities say Lackard and her 20-year-old son, Chase, were arrested in connection with a June shooting outside a Bronx courthouse, where no one was injured. Investigators allege Chase was the shooter and that his mother drove him away … Continue reading New York deputy police commissioner fired after attempted murder arrest

A Maryland man, James Fitzsimmons, has been charged with second-degree murder after police say he pushed another man into Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Authorities allege Fitzsimmons and James Britt fought in an alley before Britt retreated toward the water, where Fitzsimmons allegedly pushed him in. Fitzsimmons reportedly told investigators that Britt jumped into the harbor himself and walked away after learning Britt could not swim. Rescue … Continue reading Man charged with second-degree murder for man’s death in Baltimore harbor

A new attorney, Gregory Rauch, has been appointed to represent Bryan Kohberger as he seeks to withdraw his guilty plea in the 2022 murders of four University of Idaho students. Kohberger pleaded guilty in 2025 as part of a deal that spared him the death penalty, resulting in four life sentences without parole and an additional 10-year burglary sentence. In his post-conviction petition, Kohberger claims … Continue reading Bryan Kohberger gets new attorney in bid to withdraw guilty plea

The Justice Department announced an expansion of its Northeast Health Care Fraud Strike Force to Philadelphia to investigate alleged Medicare and Medicaid fraud involving home health care services. Federal and state authorities charged 19 defendants accused of participating in schemes involving more than $4 million in fraudulent claims. Prosecutors allege some defendants billed for services that were impossible, including care provided while aides were hospitalized, … Continue reading DOJ charges 19 defendants in alleged $4M Philadelphia Medicare and Medicaid fraud

A Spokane, Washington man has been charged with first-degree arson for allegedly starting the Old Trails Fire, the largest of three wildfires devastating the area. Aaron F. Farinacci was arrested Monday and booked on suspicion of intentionally setting the blaze, which has destroyed hundreds of buildings. Farinacci denied the allegations, saying he carried matches and a lighter because he smokes. The fires have destroyed at … Continue reading Man charged with setting Spokane’s largest wildfire went to prison for killing his father

A California family experienced a frightening incident when a snake reportedly emerged from an Amazon package and bit a 3-year-old girl. The child was taken to a medical clinic, where she received treatment and was reported to be in stable condition. Authorities are investigating how the snake ended up inside the sealed package and traveled through the delivery system unnoticed. The incident has raised concerns … Continue reading California 3-year-old hospitalized after snake hidden in Amazon box bites her

Three major wildfires near Spokane, Washington, have burned more than 7,700 acres and forced thousands of residents to evacuate. The Old Trails, Fairview, and Autumn Lane fires have destroyed more than 600 structures, with officials warning the damage could increase. Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency and burn ban as more than 900 firefighters worked to contain the blazes. Officials described the fires … Continue reading Washington fires force thousands of evacuations

A large fire broke out Sunday afternoon at the vacant Centennial Mills building in Portland’s Pearl District, sending heavy smoke into the area. Fire crews responded to the warehouse but avoided entering the structure because it was considered unsafe and at risk of collapse. Officials requested multiple alarms and focused on exterior firefighting efforts while shutting down nearby Naito Parkway. The blaze also spread to … Continue reading Large fire erupts at vacant Portland warehouse

A shooting at a large house party in Northeast Portland early Sunday left an 18-year-old man dead and five others injured. Police responded to reports of gunfire around 3:33 a.m. and found multiple victims after dozens of shots were fired across several blocks. Two victims were treated at the scene and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, while the 18-year-old man later died from his wounds at … Continue reading Man dies in Portland shooting; five others hurt, including a teen

A gunman who killed three people and injured seven others at an In-N-Out restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. Authorities identified the suspect as 24-year-old Chad Williams and said they believe he acted alone. An off-duty state trooper and an armed citizen fired back and helped divert the shooter, preventing further casualties. Investigators are still working to determine … Continue reading Suspect in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant died from self-inflicted gunshot wound

Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes resigned Thursday amid criticism over the city’s delayed communication following a deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival. The shooting left three people dead, including a suspect, and injured four others, including a 2-year-old child. Mayor Katie Wilson appointed Deputy Chief Andre Sayles as interim chief while thanking Barnes for his service. Supporters of Barnes argued he was being … Continue reading Seattle police chief resigns under pressure from mayor over response to festival shooting

A violent kidnapping in Chino Hills, California, ended with the deaths of the victim and one suspect late Wednesday night. Authorities said 60-year-old Shukur Aikebaer was shot and abducted while checking his home’s electrical panel after a power outage. The suspects, identified as Zhengfeng Bo and Jianquan Bo, allegedly fled with Aikebaer before a shootout with deputies left Zhengfeng Bo dead and Aikebaer fatally injured. … Continue reading Suspects identified, new details released in Chino Hills kidnapping, execution

An F-35B Lightning II fighter jet crashed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego on July 31, prompting a major emergency response. The pilot ejected safely and was taken to a medical facility, later reported to be in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries. Officials called the incident a mishap and said more information would be released as the investigation continues. The crash adds … Continue reading F-35 fighter jet crashes at Marine Corps air base in San Diego

A former Illinois sheriff’s deputy convicted of killing Sonya Massey will remain in prison after officials denied his request for early medical release. Sean Grayson, who was sentenced to 20 years for second-degree murder, had sought release after his colon cancer spread to his liver and lungs. The prisoner review board unanimously rejected the request, saying Massey’s death and the circumstances of the case outweighed … Continue reading Illinois officer who killed Sonya Massey denied medical release from prison

Police in Arizona have released two ransom notes in hopes the public can help identify the person responsible for the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC host Savannah Guthrie. One note demanded millions of dollars in Bitcoin, while a second claimed Nancy died shortly after being abducted, though authorities have not confirmed her death. Investigators believe the 84-year-old was taken against her will from … Continue reading Police release Nancy Guthrie ransom notes in latest bid to find kidnappers

More than one million acres have burned across central and eastern Oregon as the state faces another potentially record-breaking wildfire season. Dozens of major fires, many sparked by dry lightning and strong winds, are spreading across public lands and creating hazardous smoke conditions. Thousands of residents have been evacuated, while ranchers are working to move cattle away from threatened areas. Officials warn that the fire … Continue reading Oregon is on track for its worst wildfire season yet

Hadi Matar was convicted of federal terrorism charges for the 2022 stabbing attack against author Salman Rushdie during a speaking event in New York. A jury found Matar guilty of engaging in an act of transnational terrorism, adding to his existing 25-year state prison sentence for attempted murder. Prosecutors argued that Matar was motivated by a decades-old Iranian death threat against Rushdie over his novel … Continue reading Salman Rushdie attacker convicted in federal terrorism trial over 2022 stabbing

A kidnapping suspect was killed by sheriff’s deputies in Chino Hills after allegedly shooting a victim during a traffic stop. Authorities said the suspect had previously shot the victim and placed them in the trunk of a vehicle before deputies stopped the car. When ordered out of the vehicle, the driver allegedly approached the trunk and fired another shot at the trapped victim before deputies … Continue reading Kidnapper executes victim in front of sheriff’s deputies in Chino Hills, authorities say

A 25-year-old Utah woman was arrested for allegedly setting fire to a church where her wedding was scheduled to take place the following day. Police said Lenita Moreno started the blaze inside a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building while family members were preparing for the ceremony, causing more than $108,000 in damage. Investigators said the fire appeared to have been intentionally set … Continue reading Bride-to-be set church blaze day before planned wedding

Colin Gray, the father of the Georgia teenager who carried out the 2024 Apalachee High School shooting, was sentenced to 15 years in prison after being convicted of second-degree murder and other charges. Prosecutors argued that Gray ignored warning signs about his son’s behavior and provided the AR-15-style rifle used in the attack that killed four people and injured others. His son, Colt Gray, was … Continue reading Father sentenced to 15 years in prison in Georgia high school shooting carried out by teenage son

Former FBI Director James Comey asked a federal judge to dismiss charges accusing him of threatening President Trump, arguing the case violates his First Amendment rights. The charges stem from an Instagram post showing seashells arranged to form “86 47,” which prosecutors say could be interpreted as a threat, while Comey’s lawyers argue it was political expression. Comey’s defense team said the phrase “86” commonly … Continue reading Comey asks judge to drop case over seashells Instagram post

A sailor was rescued after becoming stranded at sea during a solo voyage from Southern California to Hawaii. Kaichi Sato’s boat was disabled after strong winds and rough seas snapped his mast, leaving him without enough water and forcing him to cook with seawater. He survived for weeks by collecting rainwater before becoming dehydrated and struggling emotionally. On July 21, the crew of the container … Continue reading Sailor voyaging to Hawaii survives after being stranded at sea

A McHenry County judge ordered Richard M. Stevenson held without pretrial release after a fatal boat crash on the Fox River. Prosecutors allege Stevenson was driving a high-powered pontoon boat at speeds over 80 mph while drinking alcohol when he struck another boat, killing a woman. Witnesses said Stevenson drank Fireball whisky before the crash, later stopped at a bar, and admitted he had been … Continue reading Suspect in fatal Fox River boat crash ordered detained