A Tennessee judge ordered officials to deactivate Byron Black’s implanted heart device before his scheduled execution on August 5 to prevent it from delivering painful shocks during the lethal injection. Black’s lawyers argued the device, which regulates his heartbeat, could cause multiple shocks and severe pain after the pentobarbital dose. The state contested the need to disable the device, saying the drug would keep him … Continue reading Judge orders Tennessee to turn off inmate’s heart-regulating implanted device at execution

A new $250 “visa integrity fee” will apply to many travelers entering the U.S. on nonimmigrant visas, such as student and temporary work visas, starting in the federal fiscal year from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. The fee, part of a law signed by President Trump on July 4, will adjust for inflation in future years. Visa holders who follow their visa rules … Continue reading Millions of travelers to the U.S. could be charged a new $250 “visa integrity fee”

Minnesota State Sen. Nicole Mitchell (D) was convicted of first-degree burglary after breaking into her stepmother’s home last year. Arrested in April 2024 during her first Senate term, Mitchell has not yet said if she will resign, though Senate Majority Leader Erin Murphy expects her to honor a pledge to step down if found guilty. Mitchell denied intent to steal, claiming she was checking on … Continue reading Minnesota Democrat convicted on felony burglary charge

The Trump administration has asked a federal judge to unseal years-old grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein, citing strong public interest. The move, directed by President Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi, comes amid criticism over the administration’s handling of the Epstein case. The Justice Department also filed a similar request in Ghislaine Maxwell’s case. Officials say no evidence was found to support claims … Continue reading DOJ moves to release grand jury testimony in Epstein case

Three members of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s Arson/Explosives Detail were killed Friday morning in an accidental explosion at the Biscailuz Training Facility in East L.A. The blast occurred around 7:30 a.m., reportedly involving an explosive device believed to be inert after a routine callout. The victims, described as highly experienced, had a combined 74 years of service. No one else was injured. The … Continue reading Explosion kills 3 LASD deputies at East LA facility

Chase Childers, a former professional baseball player and father of three, died Sunday while trying to rescue swimmers caught in a rip current off Pawleys Island, South Carolina. Childers, who was briefly signed by the Baltimore Orioles and later served as a police officer, entered the water to help four or five struggling swimmers. His body was recovered after a multi-agency search, CBS News has … Continue reading Former pro baseball player Chase Childers dies trying to save swimmers off South Carolina

Trump administration officials Attorney General Pam Bondi and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum visited Alcatraz Island Thursday to begin plans to reopen the former prison for housing dangerous criminals and undocumented immigrants. Burgum confirmed the visit on social media, calling it part of restoring “safety, justice, and order.” President Trump first proposed the idea in May, but experts warn the project could cost billions, as Alcatraz … Continue reading Feds reportedly will announce plan to reopen Alcatraz as a prison

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the killing of 48-year-old paddleboarder Sunshine Stewart in Union, Maine. Stewart was found dead on July 2 near Crawford Pond, with the medical examiner ruling her death a homicide caused by strangulation and blunt force trauma. The teen suspect, whose name has not been released, was taken into custody without incident and is being held at … Continue reading Teen arrested in connection with Maine paddleboarder’s murder

An Idaho judge has lifted the gag order in the Bryan Kohberger murder case after Kohberger pleaded guilty to killing four University of Idaho students in 2022. The order was initially intended to protect his right to a fair trial, but media organizations argued it was no longer necessary. Judge Steven Hippler agreed but said court documents would be unsealed gradually. Kohberger faces four life … Continue reading Bryan Kohberger judge lifts gag order after Idaho killer’s confession