Haunted places across the U.S. attract attention, especially around Halloween. Thrillist’s list of the Most Haunted Place in Every State highlights Illinois’ Old Joliet Prison, once home to infamous criminals John Wayne Gacy and Richard Speck. Known for riots, executions, and its role in “The Blues Brothers” film, the prison now offers tours. Visitors can explore the eerie site through self-guided tours on weekdays or … Continue reading This historic site is the most haunted place in Illinois

A Turkish Airlines flight from Seattle to Istanbul made an emergency landing in New York after the 59-year-old captain, İlçehin Pehlivan, lost consciousness mid-flight. Despite medical intervention, he could not be revived and died before the Airbus A350 landed at John F. Kennedy International Airport around 6 a.m. on Wednesday. The co-pilot managed the emergency landing, and arrangements were made for passengers to continue their … Continue reading Pilot dies aboard Turkish Airlines flight, forcing emergency landing in New York

Country music star Garth Brooks has publicly named his accuser, identified as Jane Roe, in a recent lawsuit alleging rape. Brooks’ legal team claims he is the victim of a “shakedown,” stating that the woman disregarded a judge’s authority in a related case. In response, Roe’s attorneys plan to seek maximum sanctions against Brooks, accusing him of publicly naming a rape victim out of spite. … Continue reading Garth Brooks names his rape accuser and says he’s ‘victim of a shakedown’

The Tropicana hotel on the Las Vegas Strip was imploded early Wednesday, marking the end of the last true mob building in the area. The event featured fireworks and was the first casino implosion in nearly a decade, paving the way for a new $1.5 billion baseball stadium for the Oakland Athletics. Once known as the “Tiffany of the Strip,” the Tropicana opened in 1957 … Continue reading Implosion brings down Tropicana casino in Vegas to make way for baseball stadium

U.S. officials foiled a plot to carry out a terror attack on Election Day by Afghan citizen Nasir Ahmad Tawhedi, 27, who was arrested in Oklahoma City. Tawhedi, linked to ISIS, allegedly purchased weapons and planned to target large gatherings with his juvenile brother-in-law. Court filings reveal Tawhedi communicated with an ISIS recruiter and intended to die as a martyr. He was charged with providing … Continue reading FBI thwarts Election Day terror attack plot in name of ISIS

Hurricane Milton unleashed rain, tornadoes, and strong winds on the U.S. coast Wednesday as residents faced a last chance to evacuate. The storm, expected to make landfall in Florida, posed significant threats to the Tampa Bay region, with officials warning of a potentially catastrophic impact. Evacuations were ordered for 15 Florida counties, affecting 7.2 million people. Milton, a Category 3 hurricane, brought tropical storm-force winds, … Continue reading Rain, tornadoes and tropical storm-force winds lash Florida as Hurricane Milton draws near

In the spirit of Halloween, the Allen House in Monticello, Arkansas, known as the most haunted house in America since 2008, has a chilling backstory. Built between 1905 and 1906 by J. E. Allen, the house has been home to numerous paranormal experiences, particularly for its current owners, Mark and Rebecca Spencer. They reported seeing doppelgangers of themselves and their son, along with furniture moving … Continue reading The Story Behind The Most Haunted House in Arkansas

An 11-year-old girl, Samiya McClain, and her 50-year-old uncle, Ron Tate, were fatally shot in a “targeted” attack while preparing for a toddler’s birthday party at their home in LaPlace, Louisiana, on Friday night. The shooting occurred around 11:48 p.m. when an unidentified assailant fired multiple shots into the home, striking the duo and injuring a third victim, a woman who was grazed by a … Continue reading Louisiana girl, 11, and uncle gunned down in ‘targeted’ shooting while blowing up birthday balloons

Six people were killed and 21 others wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago. The incidents, which began Friday evening, involved victims ranging in age from 16 to 72. Shootings occurred in various locations, including vehicles, residential areas, and streets. Several victims transported themselves to hospitals, and many cases involved uncooperative witnesses. The violence continued into Monday, with the most recent fatal shooting occurring shortly after … Continue reading 6 dead, 21 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago, police say

Two hunters were airlifted to safety after suffering heat-related injuries while hunting near Mt. San Jacinto in Riverside County, where temperatures reached 112 degrees. Riverside County Sheriff’s Aviation Unit conducted the rescue, hoisting the hunters to safety and transporting them to medical personnel. The severity of their injuries was not disclosed, as reported by KTLA 5. Local temperatures are expected to remain in the mid … Continue reading Aircrew rescues 2 hunters from remote Southern California mountainside in high heat

Florida’s Gulf Coast is bracing for Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm expected to make landfall near Tampa Bay on Wednesday. Workers are racing to clear debris left by Hurricane Helene, which hit two weeks ago, before Milton arrives. Evacuations are underway as forecasters warn of a potential 8- to 12-foot storm surge and heavy rainfall. Tampa, with a population of over 3.3 million, hasn’t … Continue reading Hurricane Milton is a Category 5. Florida orders evacuations and scrambles to clear Helene’s debris

President Biden has ordered the deployment of an additional 500 active-duty troops to western North Carolina to assist with recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene, bringing the total to nearly 1,500 troops. This decision responds to requests from North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper and FEMA. The newly deployed troops will enhance situational awareness and assist with resource planning. Currently, over 6,100 National Guard members and more … Continue reading Biden orders 500 more active-duty troops to North Carolina to aid in Helene recovery

Two boys, aged 12 and 13, have been arrested for a street attack on former New York Governor David Paterson and his 20-year-old stepson on Manhattan’s Upper East Side. The suspects turned themselves in at a police precinct with their parents on Saturday. The 12-year-old faces a second-degree gang assault charge, while the 13-year-old is charged with third-degree gang assault. The attack, which began as … Continue reading Boys, 12 and 13, arrested in street attack on former NY Gov. David Paterson and stepson

Florida’s west coast is bracing for a significant evacuation as Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified into a Category 1 storm, with predictions of reaching Category 3 or 4 before making landfall. The National Hurricane Center’s latest forecast shows Milton’s path passing through Sarasota and south of Orlando, with further adjustments expected. Already affected by flooding from Hurricane Helene, communities are at risk of more severe impacts … Continue reading Milton strengthening into major hurricane as Florida preps for massive evacuations

Texas lawyer Tony Buzbee, representing over 120 alleged victims of Sean “Diddy” Combs in a potential sex trafficking case, warned the entertainment industry to prepare for significant legal action. Buzbee indicated that many individuals may be “nervous” about their connections to the case, hinting at possible lawsuits against not only alleged accomplices but also those who may have ignored the situation. While no lawsuits have … Continue reading Lawyer for Diddy accuser vows to out famous accomplices ‘we all know’

The YellaWood 500 descended into chaos at Talladega Superspeedway as “The Big One” crash involved 28 cars, the highest number of drivers ever wiped out in a single incident in NASCAR Cup Series history. With just five laps to go, Brad Keselowski collided with race leader Austin Cindric, triggering a massive pileup that affected several postseason contenders, including Chase Elliott and Joey Logano. While Cindric, … Continue reading 28 cars wiped out in biggest NASCAR crash ever

President Biden visited Florida and Georgia to survey the damage from Hurricane Helene and receive updates on the response efforts. With over 200 deaths and many still missing across the Southeast, Biden emphasized that Congress must ensure the affected states have the resources needed for rebuilding, which will cost billions. The federal government will cover all debris removal and emergency costs for up to six … Continue reading Biden surveys storm damage in Georgia and Florida as Helene death toll tops 200

A 17-year-old Ohio girl has admitted to cutting off a tanker truck, causing a crash that led to the deaths of five people due to a toxic chemical spill, according to a federal report. The incident occurred in Illinois last year when the truck was forced off the road to avoid a head-on collision. The truck lost control and spilled ammonia, killing five people from … Continue reading Ohio teen admits to causing fatal tanker crash that killed five in Illinois

A federal ruling may mark the end of water fluoridation in the US, a practice long opposed by critics who cited health risks. The court found that fluoride exposure at current levels could lower IQ in children, prompting the EPA to reassess regulations. Anti-fluoridation advocates, armed with growing scientific evidence of fluoride’s neurotoxicity, see this as a major victory after decades of resistance from public … Continue reading End of fluoridation of US water could be in sight after federal court ruling

Country music star Garth Brooks has been accused of sexual assault and battery in a lawsuit filed by a “Jane Roe,” who claims she was his hairstylist and makeup artist. The lawsuit, filed in California, alleges Brooks raped her during a 2019 work trip and repeatedly exposed himself, made sexual comments, and sent explicit messages. Brooks has denied the allegations, calling them extortion, and said … Continue reading Garth Brooks accused of sexual assault and battery in lawsuit from hair-and-makeup artist 

The entire Chicago Board of Education will resign, according to Mayor Brandon Johnson’s office, as the city prepares for its first-ever elected school board. Voters will choose 10 members while the mayor appoints another 10 plus the board chair, creating a 21-member hybrid board. State Rep. Will Guzzardi, who championed the idea, called it a milestone for political accountability in schools. As early voting starts, … Continue reading Entire Chicago Board of Education resigning

The U.S. military criticized Russia for an “unsafe” encounter on Sept. 23, when a Russian Su-35 fighter jet dangerously cut off an Air Force F-16 in the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ). The F-16, assigned to NORAD, was intercepting a Russian aircraft when the Su-35 sharply cut in front, coming within feet of it. The incident follows increased Russian incursions into the ADIZ and … Continue reading Russian fighter jet flies within feet of US F-16 near Alaska

During a court hearing, prosecutors indicated that additional charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams are “possible,” and more defendants are “likely” to be added. Adams, who has pleaded not guilty to charges of soliciting and accepting illegal foreign contributions, is accused of tampering with witnesses and creating false records to cover up bribes. The investigation, which began before he became mayor, unearthed evidence linked … Continue reading Additional charges against New York City Mayor Eric Adams ‘possible,’ prosecutor says

The U.S. Marshals Service announced that Operation North Star, a months-long nationwide mission, led to the arrest of over 3,400 violent fugitives wanted for murder, rape, and robbery. The operation, covering 10 metro areas in the Midwest, Southwest, and Southeast, resulted in 216 homicide suspects, 803 assault suspects, and 482 weapons offenders being taken into custody. Notable arrests include fugitives wanted for statutory rape, drive-by … Continue reading Feds arrest thousands of violent fugitives in sweeping operation

Up to 1,000 active-duty soldiers have been deployed to assist with Hurricane Helene relief efforts in western North Carolina, where many communities remain cut off due to catastrophic flooding. These troops, from the XVIII Airborne Corps at Fort Liberty, will join the North Carolina National Guard to deliver essential supplies and clear debris. President Biden expressed his support, emphasizing the urgency of the mission, Spectrum … Continue reading Active duty troops deploy to NC mountain