Federal authorities are investigating fires at two ballot boxes in the Portland, Oregon, area, believed to have been caused by incendiary devices. In Portland, security personnel quickly extinguished the fire, which damaged three ballots, and officials will contact affected voters to reissue ballots. In Vancouver, Washington, a second ballot box fire damaged hundreds of ballots, and voters who deposited ballots after 11 a.m. Saturday are … Continue reading Ballot drop box fires under investigation in Oregon, Washington

Joshua Dairen, owner of “The Coffee Shop” in Opelika, Alabama, claims his business is haunted by a Civil War soldier. Since buying the shop in April 2023, he’s reported strange sounds, phantom footsteps, and shadowy apparitions. A staff member allegedly saw a soldier’s figure, and Dairen shared video footage showing her reaction. Mysterious boot prints and other odd events have led him to believe a … Continue reading Man says coffee shop haunted by Civil War soldier

A criminal investigation is underway in Pennsylvania after Lancaster County election officials flagged about 2,500 suspicious voter registration forms with false or inconsistent details. Two other counties have been alerted to check for similar issues. Lancaster County DA Heather Adams suspects an organized fraud effort but notes the probe is ongoing. The flagged forms are isolated to prevent invalid ballots, WHYY has reported. Officials commend … Continue reading Pennsylvania county says 2,500 voter registrations being investigated for possible fraud

In Texas, a man wearing a pro-Trump hat allegedly assaulted an election worker who reminded him that campaign items are banned in polling places. The 69-year-old worker, treated on-site, returned to his post the next day. The suspect, Jesse Lutzenberger, was arrested on felony assault charges and remains in jail. The incident took place in San Antonio as Texas entered its first week of early … Continue reading Texas man punched election worker over Trump hat at voting site, police say

An Orange County jury found Sarah Boone guilty of second-degree murder for the 2020 death of her boyfriend, Jorge Torres Jr., who suffocated after being trapped in a suitcase for 11 hours. Boone claimed Torres willingly entered the suitcase, and her defense argued she acted out of fear due to “battered spouse syndrome.” However, videos showed Boone mocking Torres as he pleaded for help. Despite … Continue reading Woman found guilty of second-degree murder after leaving boyfriend to die in zipped suitcase

As Halloween approaches, one of the world’s most haunted locations is in Georgia: Bonaventure Cemetery in Savannah. Ranked as the No. 7 “World’s Most Haunted Hotspots” by Planet Cruise, the cemetery was established in 1846 and sits on the former Bonaventure Plantation site. The city acquired it in 1907 and it features in the book and film “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil,” … Continue reading This Georgia cemetery was named one of the world’s most haunted hotspots

Two individuals in Evansville, Melvin Guerra and Luis Cordon, were charged with “Cemetery Mischief” after allegedly digging at a gravesite in an attempt to break a “voodoo death curse.” Police reported that Guerra, who worked for Cordon, claimed they were looking for items buried in Oak Hill Cemetery to remove the curse on Cordon. The digging, which occurred on October 8, was stopped by an … Continue reading Two charged after digging at cemetery to break supposed ‘voodoo death curse

A suspect has been arrested after a USPS mailbox was set on fire in Phoenix, damaging ballots and other mail. The fire, extinguished by the Phoenix Fire Department, initially appeared to have damaged about 20 ballots, but officials later estimated only five ballots were likely destroyed, with the count still under review. Police identified 35-year-old Dieter Klofkorn as the suspect; he allegedly admitted to the … Continue reading Ballots damaged after USPS mailbox lit on fire in Phoenix

The Justice Department reached a $102 million settlement with Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Private Limited, the companies responsible for a container ship that collided with Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in March, killing six construction workers. The settlement resolves claims of negligence in the ship’s maintenance, which allegedly led to the crash. Funds will cover federal cleanup costs but exclude bridge reconstruction. … Continue reading DOJ reaches $100 million settlement with two companies in Baltimore bridge collapse

Prosecutors recommended resentencing Erik and Lyle Menendez for the 1989 murders of their parents, opening a possible path to freedom after 34 years in prison. Los Angeles DA George Gascón suggested a 50-years-to-life sentence, making the brothers immediately eligible for parole due to their young age at the time of the crime. This recommendation requires judicial approval and parole board consent. Family members, citing awareness … Continue reading DA Recommends Menendez Brothers Get Out Of Prison

The search for Suzanne Simpson, a missing Texas mother of four, has entered its third week. Simpson, 51, was last seen on Oct. 7 after a neighbor witnessed her in a physical altercation with her husband, Brad Simpson, outside their San Antonio home. Brad Simpson was arrested on Oct. 10 for family violence and later charged with unlawful possession of an unregistered short-barrel rifle. His … Continue reading Suzanne Simpson, San Antonio mom of 4, still missing after husband and his business partner are arrested

A federal appeals court vacated Michael Avenatti’s 14-year prison sentence for defrauding clients and ordered a resentencing. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found the trial judge improperly calculated the sentence, giving too much weight to a perjury enhancement and not enough to the value of Avenatti’s legal work and payments to victims. Avenatti, known for representing Stormy Daniels against former President Trump, was … Continue reading Appeals court orders new sentence for disgraced lawyer Michael Avenatti over stealing from clients

Police have arrested Jeffrey Michael Kelly, 60, in connection with three shootings targeting a Democratic National Committee office in Tempe, Arizona, since September. Kelly is also accused of hanging bags of white powder from political signs lined with razor blades. He faces multiple felony charges, including terrorism and unlawful discharge of a firearm. A public tip led to his arrest. Authorities found over 120 guns … Continue reading Police identify suspect arrested in 3 attacks on DNC offices in Arizona

Grizzly bear 399, believed to be the oldest reproducing female in the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem, was killed by a car on Highway 26-89 near Jackson. The 28-year-old bear, known for producing 18 cubs in eight litters, had a yearling cub with her, but the cub was not found or believed to be injured. Grizzly 399 was a beloved symbol of the species, inspiring wildlife enthusiasts … Continue reading Beloved grizzly momma bear struck, killed by car in national park

A suspected drunken driver nearly collided with Vice President Kamala Harris’ motorcade Monday night in Milwaukee. Video shows the 55-year-old man driving the wrong way on a closed-off section of I-794 as the motorcade passed. The driver was stopped by Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Deputies. He failed sobriety tests and had an open beer can in his vehicle. The man expressed surprise at how close he … Continue reading Wrong-way driver passes vice president’s motorcade in Milwaukee

A haunted house in Queens, “A Haunting in Hollis,” has faced lawsuits from visitors claiming injuries sustained during their visits. The attraction was shut down on October 5 after the FDNY labeled it a “death trap” due to safety hazards. Though the NYC Department of Buildings allowed it to reopen after safety improvements, visitor Solainne Mancero-Tannis filed a lawsuit after suffering serious injuries on a … Continue reading ‘Death trap’ Queens haunted house sued after injuries from alleged safety hazards

Jury selection began Monday for Marine Corps veteran Daniel Penny, charged with manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in the death of 30-year-old Jordan Neely, who died after being placed in a chokehold on a subway. Neely, known for erratic behavior and a history of mental illness, reportedly threatened passengers before the incident. Penny’s defense claims he acted to protect commuters and that the evidence supports … Continue reading Protesters accuse Marine vet of White supremacy as jury selection begins in subway vigilante case

Samuel Richard Ruthstrom, dubbed the “Penguin Bandit” for his distinctive walk, was sentenced to over 13 years in federal prison for robbing four Denver-area banks and attempting a fifth. Ruthstrom, 42, reached a plea deal after robbing banks in early 2023. He was sentenced to 160 months in prison, three years of supervised release, and ordered to pay restitution. Ruthstrom’s robberies were characterized by ski … Continue reading ‘Penguin Bandit’ who robbed multiple Colorado banks sentenced to 13 years in prison

A 15-year-old was arrested after five people, including two adults and three children, were found dead in a home in Fall City, Washington. Deputies responded to 911 calls about gunfire early Monday. Another child, a girl, was injured and is in stable condition. Authorities believe the victims and suspect are likely from the same family, describing the incident as a domestic violence case involving firearms. … Continue reading Teen arrested after 5 people found dead at home in Washington state

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries, his partner Matt Smith, and Jim Jacobson were arrested in a sex trafficking investigation involving over a dozen victims, according to federal prosecutors. The trio is accused of running an international sex trafficking and prostitution ring from 2008, recruiting young men for sex parties under the guise of career opportunities. Many victims were allegedly coerced into sex acts … Continue reading Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO charged with sex trafficking over a dozen victims

John Kinsel Sr., one of the last surviving Navajo Code Talkers from World War II, has passed away at the age of 107, as announced by Navajo Nation officials. Tribal President Buu Nygren has ordered flags on the reservation to be flown at half-staff until October 27 in Kinsel’s honor. Kinsel, who was born in Cove, Arizona, enlisted in the Marines in 1942 and served … Continue reading One of the last Navajo Code Talkers from World War II dies at 107

The US Navy has declared two missing aviators from the Electronic Attack Squadron 130 dead, days after their EA-18G Growler crashed near Mount Rainier, Washington, during a training flight. Cmdr. Timothy Warburton expressed condolences and emphasized support for the families and the squadron community. The aircraft crashed on Tuesday, and search teams located the wreckage on Thursday, reaching the site two days later. The crash … Continue reading Two missing Navy aviators declared dead days after aircraft crash in Washington state

The New Mexico National Guard is conducting search and rescue operations in Roswell after record rainfall caused severe flooding. At least two fatalities have been reported, though details about the victims remain unclear. Since Saturday, over 300 people have been rescued, with 38 individuals hospitalized for injuries. The National Weather Service recorded 5.78 inches of rain on Saturday, breaking a 122-year-old daily record. Rescue efforts … Continue reading At least two dead in New Mexico from severe floods after record rain

A helicopter crash in Houston’s Second Ward resulted in multiple fatalities, including a child, when the aircraft struck a communications tower, causing a fiery explosion. The incident occurred just before 8 p.m. near Engelke and North Ennis Streets, with the blast audible from a nearby fire station. Four people were aboard the privately-owned Robinson R44 helicopter, which reportedly took off from Ellington Airport. Witnesses described … Continue reading Multiple Deaths After Helicopter Crashes Into Houston Radio Tower