Former Kentucky sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines was indicted for the murder of District Judge Kevin Mullins, who was fatally shot in his courthouse chambers on September 19. Stines, 43, allegedly entered Mullins’ office, spoke briefly with him, and then opened fire, killing the 54-year-old judge. He surrendered at the scene and pleaded not guilty. A court video showed Stines shooting Mullins multiple times as he … Continue reading Ex-sheriff indicted on murder charge in the slaying of a judge in Kentucky

Colorado dentist James Craig, accused of fatally poisoning his wife Angela with cyanide and eyedrop chemicals, now faces additional charges, including solicitation to commit murder and perjury. Angela, a mother of six, died in March 2023 after falling ill from a poisoned protein shake. Prosecutors allege Craig conducted online searches about undetectable poisons and faking heart attacks, coinciding with the start of an affair. Craig … Continue reading Colorado dentist charged with poisoning his wife’s protein shakes faces new charges

Colin Gray, 54, pleaded not guilty to 29 charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter, for allegedly giving his son, Colt Gray, 14, the firearm used in a mass shooting at Georgia’s Apalachee High School on September 4. The shooting killed two teachers and two students, leaving nine others injured. Colt, charged as an adult with 55 counts, including four counts of murder and 25 … Continue reading Father of Georgia high school shooting suspect pleads not guilty

Carey Dale Grayson, 50, is set to be executed in Alabama using nitrogen gas, the third such execution since the state introduced the method this year. Convicted of the 1994 murder of hitchhiker Vickie Deblieux, Grayson is the only one of the four teens involved to face the death penalty, as the others were under 18 at the time. Nitrogen hypoxia, which causes death by … Continue reading Alabama to use nitrogen gas to execute man for 1994 slaying of hitchhiker

A forensic pathologist testified in defense of Daniel Penny, disputing claims that Penny’s chokehold caused the death of Jordan Neely, who died after being restrained on a New York subway. Dr. Satish Chundru argued Neely’s death resulted from a combination of factors, including synthetic marijuana use, schizophrenia, and a blood condition, rather than the chokehold. This contrasts with the city medical examiner’s determination that Neely … Continue reading Pathologist disputes finding that Marine veteran’s chokehold caused subway rider’s death

The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of actor Jussie Smollett, ruling that his second prosecution violated due process. Smollett had been convicted in 2021 for falsely reporting a 2019 hate crime, which he staged by paying two brothers to carry out the attack. His original charges were dropped in 2019 as part of an agreement, but a special prosecutor later refiled charges, leading … Continue reading Illinois Supreme Court reverses actor Jussie Smollett’s conviction

A Florida man, Harun Abdul-Malik Yener, has been charged in a plot to bomb the New York Stock Exchange. The FBI began investigating Yener in February 2024 after discovering bomb-making schematics and components in a storage unit. Undercover agents posing as allies assisted in the investigation, revealing Yener’s plans to acquire explosives. Yener, described as unhoused with a history of violent threats and extremist ideologies, … Continue reading FBI: Florida Man Planned to Bomb NY Stock Exchange

FEMA Director Deanne Criswell pledged to request an inspector general investigation into allegations that a FEMA employee ordered workers to avoid homes of Trump supporters during Hurricane Milton relief efforts. Criswell testified before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, stating the directive came from a single employee, Marn’i Washington, and was not part of a broader policy. Washington, however, claims she is being scapegoated for … Continue reading FEMA director vows to request IG investigation into order to avoid Trump supporters’ houses

Texas officials have approved a controversial public school curriculum, Bluebonnet Learning, that incorporates Christian teachings from the Bible starting in kindergarten. The curriculum, set for possible use in the 2025-26 school year, has faced criticism for focusing disproportionately on Christianity over other religions. Lessons include biblical content such as Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, Genesis-inspired art, and New Testament parables, with limited mention of other … Continue reading Texas officials signal support for adding Bible lessons for K-5 classes

California Governor Gavin Newsom will delay his decision on clemency for Lyle and Erik Menendez, convicted of murdering their parents in 1989, until newly elected Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman completes his review of the case. Newsom’s office cited respect for Hochman’s role in ensuring justice. Current DA George Gascón, who supported the brothers’ clemency petition, had requested resentencing for them. Hochman, set … Continue reading California governor delays clemency decision for Menendez brothers pending new DA review

Susan Smith, who killed her two young sons in 1994 by rolling her car into a lake, is seeking parole after serving almost 30 years in prison. Smith, now 53, will testify virtually to a parole board, arguing that she is ready to re-enter society. Her crime, which involved a fabricated story about a carjacking, shocked the nation. Smith was convicted of murder and sentenced … Continue reading Susan Smith, who drowned her two children 30 years ago, is up for parole

Laken Riley, a Georgia nursing student, was killed after going for a run on February 22. Her mother, Allyson Phillips, grew increasingly concerned when Riley stopped responding to calls and texts. Surveillance footage and phone data showed Riley encountered Jose Ibarra on a wooded trail at the University of Georgia, where prosecutors say Ibarra killed her after a struggle. Riley’s heart stopped at 9:28 a.m., … Continue reading Prosecution rests in trial over death of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley

Former bodyguard Gene Deal claims that hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs participated in an animal sacrifice ritual in Central Park in 1999 to avoid conviction for a nightclub shooting in which rapper Shyne was sentenced to prison. Deal alleges that Combs took part in a ritual involving a white bird, which he threw into the air, causing it to fall dead. This occurred on the … Continue reading Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ ex-bodyguard details animal sacrifice during Shyne shooting trial

Los Angeles is preparing for a confrontation with President-elect Donald Trump over immigration, as its city council plans to pass a “sanctuary city” ordinance that would block local resources from assisting federal immigration authorities. The city’s public school system is also set to declare itself a sanctuary for undocumented immigrants and LGBTQ students. Trump’s administration, under his appointed “border czar” Tim Homan, has vowed to … Continue reading Los Angeles to become immigration ‘sanctuary’

Nearly 80 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving this year, setting a new record, according to AAA. From Nov. 26 to Dec. 2, 1.7 million more people will travel compared to 2023. Airlines are anticipating high passenger volumes, with American Airlines expecting 8.3 million passengers, Delta 6.5 million, and United 6.2 million, all setting records. While domestic airfare has risen 9% to an … Continue reading Record 80 million Americans expected to travel for Thanksgiving

Three people were injured in a plane crash Sunday near a dragstrip in Pomona, California, where fans were gathered for a racing event. The Piper PA-32 crashed around 11:40 a.m. while attempting to land at Brackett Field Airport, striking at least two parked vehicles. No one on the ground was hurt. The three injured passengers, including two in critical condition, were hospitalized, the Associated Press … Continue reading 3 hurt when small plane crashes near Southern California dragstrip hosting racing event

Dynus Saxon, a model who has worked for brands like Calvin Klein and Levi’s, has been charged with the stabbing death of Kadeem Grant in the Bronx on November 10. Saxon, 20, was arraigned on charges of murder, manslaughter, and criminal possession of a weapon. Police found Grant, 35, with a stab wound to the chest, and a knife was recovered at the scene. Saxon, … Continue reading Calvin Klein model charged with murder in stabbing death in New York City

Federal prosecutors have accused Sean “Diddy” Combs of breaking jail rules to manipulate witness testimony and influence the jury pool in his upcoming trial. Combs, facing charges of racketeering, sex trafficking, and prostitution, is currently in custody. Prosecutors claim he has been using three-way calls and paying inmates to contact potential witnesses and promote narratives on social media. They also allege he directed his children … Continue reading Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs obstructing justice from behind bars, federal prosecutors allege

After serving 16 years for a murder he didn’t commit, Edgar Barrientos-Quintana was released from prison when a judge vacated his 2009 conviction. Barrientos-Quintana had been sentenced to life for the 2008 drive-by shooting death of Jesse Mickelson in Minneapolis. A review by the Attorney General’s office revealed flaws in the case, leading to the dismissal of all charges. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty apologized … Continue reading Minnesota man freed after 16 years behind bars for a murder prosecutors say he didn’t commit

Two shootings during a second-line parade in New Orleans on Sunday left two people dead and 10 injured, according to the New Orleans Police Department. The first shooting occurred at 3:40 p.m., when shots were fired into the crowd from a car, injuring nine people. About 45 minutes later, a second shooting on a bridge killed two people and critically injured another. Police are uncertain … Continue reading 2 dead, 10 injured in New Orleans shootings

A rare 10-foot oarfish, dubbed the “doom fish” for its mythical link to disasters, was discovered on a beach in Encinitas, California, marking the second sighting in the state this year. Oarfish, deep-sea dwellers found up to 3,300 feet below the surface, are rarely seen and remain largely unstudied. Their legendary status as predictors of earthquakes gained attention after numerous oarfish appeared before Japan’s 2011 … Continue reading A mythical harbinger of doom washes up on a California beach

Authorities confirmed that a human head found on Key Biscayne beach belongs to 19-year-old Victor Enrique Castaneda Jr., who went missing while swimming near South Pointe Drive. Castaneda disappeared Saturday evening after saving his 17-year-old sister’s life in the water. Despite an extensive search by rescue teams, he was not found. The remains were identified days later, and the cause of death is still under … Continue reading Police confirm human head found on Key Biscayne beach belongs to missing swimmer

The family of Malcolm X is suing the FBI, CIA, and NYPD for $100 million, alleging their involvement in the civil rights leader’s 1965 assassination. The lawsuit claims law enforcement conspired with the killers, removed security, and failed to intervene despite undercover agents being present. Attorney Ben Crump asserts a cover-up concealed this connection for years. Malcolm X, 39, was shot 21 times while preparing … Continue reading Malcolm X’s family sues FBI, CIA and NYPD over his murder

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson will not attend the funeral of fallen police officer Enrique Martinez, honoring the family’s request after initially planning to attend. Martinez, 26, was fatally shot during a traffic stop on November 2, just days before his third anniversary with the department. The funeral will take place Monday at St. Rita of Cascia Shrine Chapel in Chicago, NBC 5 Chicago has reported. … Continue reading Mayor Johnson will not attend fallen Chicago police officer’s funeral after request from family

Melissa Lucio, a Texas death row inmate convicted of killing her 2-year-old daughter in 2007, is “actually innocent” and should be freed, according to Judge Arturo Nelson, who has urged her conviction and death sentence be overturned. Lucio’s case is now before the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, with new evidence suggesting her daughter’s fatal injuries were caused by a fall down stairs, not abuse. … Continue reading Texas mother on death row is ‘actually innocent’ of murder, judge says