Federal authorities executed a search warrant at a Southern California aerospace facility after a chemical tank overheated last month, triggering the evacuation of about 50,000 residents. The FBI searched GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove, where agents were authorized to seize records and samples related to methyl methacrylate storage and handling. The warrant also covers documents on cooling systems and other equipment used to regulate the … Continue reading FBI seizing evidence at California plant where chemical tank overheated

Federal prosecutors say Jonathan Rinderknecht deliberately set a wildfire in Los Angeles driven by anger, resentment toward the wealthy, and a desire for revenge against society. The fire later became the destructive Palisades blaze, which killed 12 people and destroyed thousands of homes after reigniting and spreading in strong winds. His defense argues the fire may have started accidentally while he was on a hillside … Continue reading Accused Palisades Arsonist Resented the Wealthy, Prosecutor Says

Jake Lang was arrested in North Texas for the second time in a week, this time on suspicion of making a terroristic threat, according to jail records. He was taken into custody in Frisco after dining at a restaurant and booked into the Dallas County Jail on a $1 million bond. Authorities say the charge involves allegations of threatening conduct that caused public fear and … Continue reading Jake Lang arrested again in North Texas on terroristic threat charge, held on $1M bond

Vance Boelter, accused of a deadly 2025 attack on Minnesota lawmakers, is expected to plead guilty to federal charges in court Thursday. He previously pleaded not guilty to six federal counts, including stalking, murder, and firearms violations tied to the June 14 shootings. The attack killed former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband and wounded state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife. Federal prosecutors … Continue reading Vance Boelter expected to plead guilty to federal charges in Minnesota lawmaker shootings

Former Fox News host Steve Hilton has advanced to California’s gubernatorial general election and will face former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra. Both candidates emerged from a crowded “top-two” primary system in which the leading vote-getters advance regardless of party. Becerra led the field with about 28% of the vote, while Hilton followed closely with roughly 25% as ballots continued to be counted. The race highlights … Continue reading Republican Steve Hilton to face Democrat Xavier Becerra in California governor’s race

Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, is seeking access to a $1.5 million trust fund set up by his parents while he faces murder charges in their deaths. Court documents say the trust was meant to provide him funds starting at age 30, but he claims he has been unable to access it since his arrest in December. Reiner has pleaded not guilty to … Continue reading Nick Reiner seeks trust fund money for parent murder defense

A mass shooting at Ohio’s Old West End Festival in Toledo left 12 people injured after a dispute between two rival groups escalated into gunfire, police said. Authorities believe the confrontation began with an argument and chase before turning into an exchange of shots between individuals involved. Investigators said some victims were targeted, but most were innocent bystanders caught in the violence. Police have identified … Continue reading Dispute between rival groups led to Ohio festival shooting, police say

Karmelo Anthony, a Texas teenager, was sentenced to 35 years in prison after being found guilty of murdering fellow student Austin Metcalf during a 2025 high school track meet. The jury rejected Anthony’s claim that he acted in self-defense after evidence showed a confrontation escalated when he allegedly stabbed Metcalf in the chest. The sentencing followed emotional victim impact statements from Metcalf’s family, who described … Continue reading Karmelo Anthony Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison for Murder of Austin Metcalf

A California couple was attacked by a young black bear outside their home in the Sierra Nevada after it became aggressive toward their dogs. The woman was bitten and clawed when she tried to intervene, and the man was also injured while coming to her aid. During the struggle, they fought back using a water bottle and a hatchet, eventually forcing the bear to retreat. … Continue reading California couple used bottle, hatchet to fight off bear, police say

U.S. Attorney Andrew Boutros acknowledged speaking to a federal grand jury that later indicted the “Broadview Six” protesters, addressing controversy over his office’s handling of the case. His office said the appearance was meant to reinforce grand jurors’ legal responsibilities amid earlier jury disagreements, including one panel that had refused to indict. Defense attorneys argued his comments amounted to improper personal influence, pointing to his … Continue reading U.S. attorney acknowledges speech to ‘Broadview 6’ grand jury as calls for his resignation mount