Sean Higgins, a 43-year-old Iraq war veteran, broke down in tears during a court appearance Friday as he was denied bail following a fatal drunk driving accident that killed Columbus Blue Jackets player Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew. Higgins was found with a blood-alcohol level of 0.087%, just over the legal limit, after admitting to consuming “five or six beers” prior to the crash. … Continue reading Alleged drunk driver accused of killing NHL star Johnny Gaudreau, his brother breaks down in court as he’s denied bail

Nicholas Carter, 31, who had just been convicted of aggravated assault against a 14-month-old child, attempted to escape from a courthouse in Skowhegan, Maine, on Wednesday. While handcuffed, he dashed down a hallway, evading initial attempts to stop him before running out of the courthouse and across a parking lot. His escape was quickly thwarted when he tripped in a yard, where two jurors and … Continue reading Jurors help detain a man fleeing a Maine courthouse in handcuffs after child assault conviction

A massive manhunt for 32-year-old Joseph Couch, who allegedly opened fire on Interstate 75 in Kentucky and wounded five people, has entered its seventh day. After sending threatening texts before the shooting, Couch remains at large in the rugged Daniel Boone National Forest, prompting school closures and warnings to residents to avoid outdoor activities. Authorities are facing challenges navigating the forest’s treacherous terrain, which spans … Continue reading I-75 shooter still at large, police urge residents to avoid some outdoor activities

A Georgia state Senate committee, investigating alleged misconduct by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis related to her election case against former President Donald Trump, was unable to question her because she did not appear on Friday. The Republican-led committee had subpoenaed Willis to testify and provide documents concerning various allegations, including her relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, which they claim presents a conflict … Continue reading Fani Willis skips a Georgia state Senate hearing while challenging subpoena

Wildfires near Los Angeles slowed on Thursday due to cooler temperatures but still posed a threat to nearby suburbs. The three active fires have burned over 110,000 acres, with the Bridge Fire, California’s largest, scorching 51,000 acres and destroying more than 40 homes in the San Gabriel Mountains. A cooling trend is expected to aid firefighting efforts. Meanwhile, a delivery driver was charged with arson … Continue reading Los Angeles wildfires slow, still threaten suburbs

Justin Wayne Halstenberg, 34, from Norco, has been charged with igniting the massive Line Fire in San Bernardino County on September 5. Prosecutors say Halstenberg also attempted to start two other fires that day. He faces nine felony charges, including aggravated arson and arson causing great bodily injury, and is held without bail. The Line Fire has burned 37,207 acres and is 18% contained. The … Continue reading Man charged in Line Fire tried to set off two other blazes, officials say

AccuWeather estimates Hurricane Francine’s total damage and economic losses at $9 billion, including flooding, power outages, and business interruptions from halted Gulf of Mexico oil platform operations. Chief Meteorologist Jon Porter described Francine as a short but impactful hurricane in New Orleans. Despite the significant impact, Francine’s costs are lower compared to other recent storms this season, AccuWeather has reported. Notably, many homeowners face challenges … Continue reading Louisiana communities assess damage and begin cleanup after Francine

NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban has resigned, effective 5 p.m. Friday, Mayor Eric Adams announced. Caban’s decision follows reports of federal investigators seizing electronic devices from his home and other NYPD executives, though his lawyers state he is not a target of the investigation. In his resignation letter, Caban cited recent developments as a distraction to the department. Tom Donlon, a former FBI official, will serve … Continue reading NYPD commissioner resigns amid corruption investigation