The Justice Department has withdrawn recent subpoenas in its investigation of former CIA Director John Brennan, opting instead to seek voluntary interviews with witnesses. The inquiry, which centers on allegations that Brennan made false statements about the 2016 intelligence assessment on Russian election interference, is one of several probes targeting critics of President Donald Trump. The decision came shortly after changes in the prosecution team, … Continue reading In reversal, Justice Department withdraws subpoenas in John Brennan investigation

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) has been indicted on federal fraud charges, including wire fraud and bank fraud, over allegations it misused donor funds to pay confidential informants infiltrating extremist groups like the Ku Klux Klan. Prosecutors claim the organization funneled more than $3 million through fake entities between 2014 and 2023 and misled donors and banks about how the money was used. SPLC … Continue reading Southern Poverty Law Center indicted on federal fraud charges

A 78-year-old woman in Northern California died after being bitten multiple times by a venomous snake on a rural property in Mendocino County, marking the state’s third snake-bite death this year. She was hospitalized after the April 8 incident but died two days later, and the snake species has not yet been identified. Earlier this year, two other Californians—a 25-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman—also … Continue reading 3rd Californian dies from snake bite this year

Federal authorities have taken custody of a group of undelivered election ballots found near a dumpster in Renton, Washington, after reports that around 500 ballots from multiple past elections were discovered. The ballots, which officials say were sent to voters but never retrieved, are now being reviewed by agencies including the FBI and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. The discovery sparked concern from some officials … Continue reading 500 blank ballots found near Renton dumpster spark federal investigation

The FBI has launched a nationwide investigation into the deaths or disappearances of at least 10 scientists and research staff linked to sensitive U.S. projects, including several from the Los Angeles area. Officials said they are working with multiple federal and local agencies, and Congress has also opened a separate inquiry over potential national security risks. The cases span several years and include a mix … Continue reading FBI probes cases of missing or dead scientists, including four from the L.A. area

An Amish mother and her six children were killed in a fast-moving house fire following an explosion in Lamar Township, Pennsylvania. Authorities said all seven victims were trapped inside the home and died before firefighters could rescue them. Investigators believe a possible propane leak may have triggered the blast, though external tanks were not involved. Neighbors reported hearing a loud explosion before the house was quickly … Continue reading Mother and 6 children killed in explosion and fire at central Pennsylvania home

The U.S. Department of Justice has requested that Wayne County turn over all ballots, receipts, and envelopes from Michigan’s 2024 presidential election, warning it could seek a court order if the county does not comply. Michigan’s governor Gretchen Whitmer, Attorney General Dana Nessel, and Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson criticized the request and said it “does not make sense.” State officials argued the DOJ is relying on previously dismissed … Continue reading Justice Department asks Wayne County to turn over ballots from presidential election

Several former intelligence and FBI officials cooperating in a United States Department of Justice investigation into former John Brennan have been subpoenaed to testify before a grand jury in Washington, D.C.. The case examines allegations that Brennan lied to Congress about the Central Intelligence Agency’s role in the 2016 Russia election interference assessment. The subpoenas came after a change in leadership, with a Trump ally, Joe DiGenova, taking over the investigation following … Continue reading Witnesses in criminal probe of ex-CIA Director Brennan subpoenaed to testify before grand jury

A University of Wisconsin–Madison lab researcher, Makoto Kuroda, was arrested after allegedly adding toxic chemicals to a coworker’s water bottle and shoes. The coworker noticed a strange odor and chemical taste in the water, which tests later confirmed contained chloroform. Investigators say Kuroda admitted he acted out of anger over a workplace promotion and rule disagreements. He also reportedly wanted to make the coworker sick … Continue reading UW lab researcher admits to adding poisonous chemicals to coworker’s water bottle

Seven teenagers were shot, and two were killed, after a planned fight escalated into gunfire at Leinbach Park in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Police said multiple people exchanged shots during the incident, which occurred before 10 a.m. on Monday. The victims include two deceased boys, ages 17 and 16, and five others injured ranging from minor to critical condition. Authorities are still investigating how many firearms … Continue reading 2 teens dead, 5 others injured after gunfire breaks out during ‘planned fight’ at North Carolina park