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SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO — A magnitude 5.0 earthquake has been recorded southwest of Puerto Rico in the Eastern Caribbean Sea, according to regional seismic monitoring data. The offshore event was clearly detected across multiple seismic networks, with the epicenter located south of the island’s western coastline. The quake’s epicenter appears positioned in waters south…

MIAMI, FLORIDA — A Florida mother is facing multiple criminal charges after police say she knowingly lied to investigators and failed to protect her autistic 6-year-old son following a brutal assault that left the child in critical condition. According to Miami-Dade County jail records, Cynthia Hernandez, 32, has been charged with child neglect resulting in…

BELCOURT, NORTH DAKOTA — A man is facing a federal murder charge after authorities say he stabbed a woman to death inside a casino hotel room on tribal land, then called 911 to report that “there was a dead person.” According to a criminal affidavit, Rigoberto Mendez-Morales, 58, has been charged with second-degree murder within…

MOBILE, ALABAMA — A 19-year-old Alabama man is behind bars after police say he repeatedly stabbed his father to death in the front yard of their family home, with the victim’s mother witnessing the killing. According to the Mobile Police Department, Samuel Prince, 19, has been charged with murder in the death of his father,…

FARGO, NORTH DAKOTA — A North Dakota man is facing felony assault and domestic violence charges after police say he choked a woman for approximately one minute and stabbed her with a pair of pliers because he believed she was speaking too loudly inside an apartment. According to Cass County jail records, Michael David Schaffer,…

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — A Southern California firefighter and paramedic is behind bars after police say he beat his wife to death with an ax inside their North Hollywood home, then attempted to conceal the crime by requesting a welfare check just hours later. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, Andrew Jimenez, 45, was…

LANCASTER COUNTY, NEBRASKA — A longtime school bus driver accused of transporting dozens of children while “extremely” intoxicated has accepted a plea deal, closing a case that officials say could have ended in tragedy. According to local reporting, Betty Johnson, 68, pleaded no contest to DUI with a blood alcohol content of 0.15 or higher,…

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA — A California woman and her new boyfriend are facing murder charges after police say they gunned down her ex-boyfriend and his girlfriend in the street while three toddlers sat just feet away inside a minivan, all amid a bitter custody dispute. Authorities announced that Princess Perez, 25, and her boyfriend Ramses…

WILMINGTON ISLAND, GEORGIA — A Georgia man is facing a slate of murder and family-violence charges after authorities say he stabbed his mother to death inside her apartment and then stole her vehicle, triggering a multi-agency manhunt that ended with his arrest the following day. According to an indictment returned by a Chatham County grand…

TACOMA, WASHINGTON — A man living at a sober living home in the Tacoma area is facing multiple attempted murder charges after police say he stabbed his housemates, set a fire intended to trap residents upstairs, and warned his father via text messages that he was “going to kill some people.” According to charging documents…

PONTIAC, MICHIGAN — A Michigan father who brutally abused his young children, including beating and choking his 9-year-old son for falling asleep on the couch, has been sentenced to prison, according to court records and law enforcement officials. Cedric Diequell-Stevens Moore, now 39, was sentenced to three to 10 years behind bars after pleading no…

MIAMI, FLORIDA — Authorities in South Florida say a woman repeatedly accompanied men back to their hotel rooms under the pretense of consensual intimacy, only to drug them, steal valuables, and disappear while they were unconscious. According to arrest records, Sarah Jean Tavano, 39, is facing multiple felony charges, including strong-arm robbery, organized fraud, second-degree…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A Kentucky teenager is facing multiple felony charges after police say he orchestrated a deadly ambush that used a 15-year-old girl to lure a young man to his death as part of a calculated revenge plan. The Louisville Metropolitan Police Department announced this week that Daontez Hodges Jr., 19, has been charged…

KEY WEST, FLORIDA — A Florida man is facing multiple criminal charges after police say he stole a golf cart, took a friend on a joyride, and then abandoned him in the street after an abrupt maneuver hurled the man off the back, leaving him with a broken hip that required emergency surgery. According to…

UNITED STATES — Gas prices across the country continue to show a sharp regional divide, with much of the Midwest, Plains, and South-Central states enjoying some of the cheapest fuel prices in the nation, while Hawaii, California, and the Northeast remain significantly more expensive at the pump. New state-by-state pricing data reveals that drivers in…

CALIFORNIA – A Domino’s Pizza location is under heavy scrutiny after a viral video showed an employee sitting behind the food counter without shoes, rubbing her feet in plain view of customers — a moment that quickly ignited outrage, jokes, and serious food safety concerns online. The short clip, first shared on TikTok by user…

TEXAS — A tense confrontation inside a Kroger grocery store has gone viral after a video showed a large man aggressively getting in a smaller woman’s face, shouting profanities and repeatedly challenging her with the phrase, “You wanna act like a man?” The heated exchange unfolded in the middle of the store as stunned shoppers…

TEXAS — A Texas man went viral after discovering that his DoorDash driver had been pulled over by police—and deciding the situation required immediate action, not for safety reasons, but because his food was getting cold. According to the now-viral video, the man noticed on the app that his driver was parked right outside his…

COLUMBUS, OHIO — A 32-year-old Ohio doctor has been indicted on multiple felony charges after authorities say he attempted to force abortion-inducing drugs into the mouth of his pregnant girlfriend while she slept — and illegally obtained the medication using his estranged wife’s identity. The State Medical Board of Ohio has suspended the doctor’s license,…

SANFORD, FLORIDA — A 23-year-old Florida man has been sentenced to death after prosecutors said he executed his pregnant girlfriend because she refused to get an abortion. The ruling, handed down Friday in Seminole County, follows an 11–1 jury recommendation in October and marks one of the state’s most severe punishments under recently updated death…

NEW RICHMOND, WISCONSIN — A 71-year-old Wisconsin man will likely spend the rest of his life in prison after admitting he killed his wife during a violent domestic incident, then left her body in a nearby cornfield before expressing surprise that police had not already found her. The case shook the St. Croix County community…

SAVANNAH, GEORGIA — Authorities are investigating how the body of an 18-year-old Georgia homicide victim was cremated before undergoing a mandatory autopsy, a mistake the district attorney described as an “egregious” failure that may result in felony charges. The teen, J.T. Schroeder, died in late October after being stabbed at a Walmart on Whitemarsh Island….

NORTH CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA — A South Carolina couple has been sentenced after prosecutors say they brought their two infants along while hunting down three men who had just cashed their paychecks, ultimately opening fire into their car and killing a 25-year-old worker in what officials called a “targeted act of depravity.” Workers Cashed Their…

MADISON, WISCONSIN — Governor Tony Evers and the Wisconsin Office of Violence Prevention (WOVP) have introduced a major new grant program aimed at tackling crime, school violence, and community trauma across the state. The initiative, backed by nearly $10 million in federal funding, will support school districts and organizations focused on preventing violence, addressing gun…

FORT WALTON BEACH, FLORIDA — A Florida woman is behind bars after investigators say she intentionally burned the hands of two young children she was caring for, leaving the 3-year-old and 5-year-old with severe, untreated injuries. Authorities say the woman punished the children simply because they asked for more food. Caretaker Admitted to Burning the…

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH — A Utah couple is behind bars after investigators say they allowed their 18-month-old daughter to waste away in a filthy crib, refusing to give medical attention even as the child’s health deteriorated. The baby’s mother — a registered nurse — allegedly told police she felt “no guilt” over the child’s…

PALM BAY, FLORIDA — A Florida man who murdered a woman he met on a dating app, then dismembered and burned her remains across multiple locations, will spend the rest of his life in prison after a jury convicted him of second-degree murder and multiple related charges. Victim Disappeared After Meeting the Suspect on Valentine’s…

CROSSE, WISCONSIN — A biting surge of Arctic air is sweeping across the Upper Mississippi Valley this morning, delivering wind chills between –15°F and –25°F from southeast Minnesota through northeast Iowa and into western Wisconsin. The frigid air is raw, unmoving, and cold enough to sting exposed skin within minutes, creating hazardous conditions for early…

WATERTOWN, WI — City officials have declared a 48-hour snow emergency for Watertown’s central business district as crews work to clear accumulating snow from Tuesday’s storm system. The order, issued Tuesday morning by the Watertown Police Department, affects only the Central City Snow Removal Area, where overnight parking will be temporarily banned to allow plows…

HAZARD, KY — Drivers traveling through eastern Kentucky this month should expect to see increased police presence as the Kentucky State Police Post 13 prepares to launch a new series of traffic safety checkpoints. Officials say the checkpoints are designed to improve roadway safety across Perry, Knott, Letcher, Breathitt, and Leslie counties. State Police Announce…

APPALACHIA, VIRGINIA — Federal authorities are searching for a Virginia high school football coach who vanished just as state police were closing in on him over child pornography allegations. The U.S. Marshals Service has now issued a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of 46-year-old Travis Lee Turner, warning he may be armed….

IDAHO FALLS, IDAHO — Police say a 24-year-old man is facing a kidnapping charge after allegedly walking away with a Costco shopping cart that had a 4-week-old baby strapped inside. The mother told officers she briefly turned toward a book display when she realized her cart — and her newborn — had vanished. Mother Says…

PORTLAND, OREGON — Prosecutors say a 58-year-old Oregon man carried out a disturbing harassment campaign against the father of a child killed in the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, calling his workplace repeatedly, contacting his co-workers, and claiming the grieving parent would “get what was coming to him.” Kevin Purfield was arrested and charged…

AKRON, OHIO — A late-night argument inside an Akron home turned deadly when a 38-year-old man allegedly shot and stabbed his girlfriend before turning the gun on her two sons, leaving one injured and the other narrowly escaping harm. Police say Gregory Tillman is now facing multiple charges including murder, domestic violence, and assault. Argument…

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS — A 31-year-old man is facing severe charges after a 9-month-old girl was found unresponsive and “cold and stiff” in her crib — and investigators discovered he had given police a fake name to hide an outstanding warrant tied to another toddler’s death. Authorities say Rick P. Artis is now at the…

NEWTON COUNTY, GEORGIA — A 19-year-old pregnant woman was killed instantly when an alleged drunk driver slammed into her mother’s Hyundai as it reversed “improperly” out of a driveway on Thanksgiving weekend, leaving a Georgia family shattered just hours after celebrating the holiday together. Officials say Jaylah Donald and her unborn baby did not survive…

AMERICUS, GEORGIA — A 20-year-old Georgia beauty queen is facing a murder trial this week, accused of beating her boyfriend’s 18-month-old son to death inside her college dorm room after allegedly telling friends she “hated” the child and resented his presence. Prosecutors say the boy, known as Romeo “J.D.” Angeles, died from catastrophic injuries while…

MASON COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA — A West Virginia woman who admitted helping dispose of a woman’s body in a deep water well after a fatal shooting has been sentenced to life with mercy, four years after the disturbing death of 35-year-old Cheyenne Johnson. Prosecutors say 33-year-old Virginia Smith assisted her then-boyfriend in the killing and…

YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO — An Ohio mother has been sentenced to probation after her 11-year-old son told police he was tied up in the basement, beaten with electrical cords and metal pipes, and left restrained for hours before being found wandering alone inside a Target store. The disturbing claims led to a criminal case that ended…

BOON TOWNSHIP, MICHIGAN — A 22-year-old pregnant woman missing for weeks was found murdered in the Manistee National Forest, and prosecutors say the people responsible were the two individuals she trusted most — her mother and stepfather. Authorities allege the pair forced her into the woods, stabbed her, and cut out her unborn baby in…

CORDOVA, TENNESSEE — A Tennessee man who crashed his pickup truck off the roadway late last week had already suffered life-threatening stab wounds moments earlier — injuries investigators say came from his wife during an argument after the couple left a funeral. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office has charged Sheila Ann Curtis, 56, with second-degree…

BIBB COUNTY, ALABAMA — A 57-year-old Alabama man has been indicted on capital murder-for-hire charges after prosecutors say he helped kill a man, burn his body along with his pickup truck, and bury both together in a massive hole dug with a backhoe. John Wesley Collum, accused of killing 36-year-old Oscar De Santiago Soto for…

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS — A 52-year-old Texas man is behind bars after police say he barricaded himself inside his home for hours and threatened to dismember his roommate and “feed him to the cat” during an explosive confrontation sparked by accidentally released pets. Bobby Rocha surrendered to police Sunday following a seven-hour standoff at his…

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS — A Texas man is facing serious charges after police say he spent Thanksgiving Day calling a law-enforcement tip line and threatening to carry out a mass shooting at the San Antonio River Walk and a San Antonio Spurs NBA game. 31-year-old Christopher Stowe is accused of making terroristic threats after a…

WACO, TEXAS — A 52-year-old Texas man is facing three felony counts after police say he whipped, beat, and violently threatened his young grandchildren — including smashing a child’s hand onto a table and tackling another — during a pattern of escalating abuse inside the family home. Cody Wayne Ainsworth was arrested on three counts…

CULLMAN COUNTY, ALABAMA — A 74-year-old Alabama attorney is facing attempted murder, elder abuse, and domestic violence charges after prosecutors say she tried to kill her husband three different times in September by putting fentanyl into his food and drinks — and even plotted the attacks with at least one other person. Authorities say one…

SALT LAKE COUNTY, UTAH — A Utah man is facing automobile homicide charges after police say he drove the wrong way on Interstate 15 while drunk, crashing head-on into a car carrying a teen couple whose vehicle became fully engulfed in flames. Both victims — 18-year-old Leo Shepherd and 17-year-old Anneka Wilson — were pronounced…

PORT WENTWORTH, GEORGIA — A Georgia man faces life in prison after a jury convicted him of shooting his ex-girlfriend nearly a dozen times — pausing to reload his weapon and continuing to fire into her lifeless body while their 5-month-old child watched, according to prosecutors. Shawn Bolden Jr. was found guilty of malice murder,…

GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA — An 18-year-old Florida woman has been arrested after police say she dragged two women to the ground by their hair during a violent bathroom fight at a college bar, then punched a female employee who attempted to escort her out of the building. Sierra Halton Lindberg faces three assault charges after two…

INDEPENDENCE, MISSOURI — A Missouri man accused of setting a house on fire while four people were inside — and then allegedly laughing as he watched it burn — has been arrested and charged with arson, according to authorities. 35-year-old Tylor A. Burghoff was taken into custody on Nov. 20 after firefighters and police responded…

TAMARAC, FLORIDA — A New York woman who traveled more than 1,000 miles to confront her ex-boyfriend’s new partner — and then brutally stabbed her dozens of times — will spend the rest of her life in prison. Sakiyna Thompson, 31, was sentenced to life bzehind bars on Monday after a Broward County jury convicted…

CHICAGO, IL — Air travel across Illinois was disrupted Sunday night after the Federal Aviation Administration issued an emergency ground stop at Midway International Airport, following reports that an aircraft had become disabled on an active runway. Runway Incident Forces Immediate Suspension of Flights According to the FAA, the aircraft became disabled shortly before Sunday…

MESA, AZ — Police in Mesa are searching for a suspect after a 16-year-old boy called 911 to report he had been shot, prompting a heavy emergency response near Main Street and Gilbert Road on Sunday. Teen Called for Help After Being Shot at Least Once According to the Mesa Police Department, officers were dispatched…

ST. CROIX COUNTY, WI — Traffic on eastbound I-94 was halted Monday after a semi-truck jackknifed beneath the County T bridge, prompting a full closure of the roadway before emergency crews were able to reopen all lanes. Crash Caused Full Closure on Eastbound I-94 According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, the crash caused a…

MILWAUKEE, WI — Milwaukee Police are investigating three separate shootings that occurred between Saturday afternoon and early Sunday morning, leaving three individuals — including a teenager — hospitalized with non-fatal injuries. 60-Year-Old Man Shot Near Hampton Avenue on Saturday Afternoon The first shooting happened around 2:20 p.m. Saturday near West Hampton Avenue and West Lincoln…

BELOIT, WISCONSIN — A 26-year-old Beloit man charged in two separate child sexual assault cases is set to begin jury trial proceedings Monday, according to Rock County court records. Jury Selection Begins in Two Separate Child Sexual Assault Cases The defendant, Isaiah Washington, faces two felony cases involving minors. One case, filed May 20, 2024,…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A man is recovering after being shot in the leg early Sunday morning near the Highlands, according to Louisville Metro Police. Investigators are now piecing together what happened after the victim arrived at the hospital hours after officers responded to reports of gunfire. Victim Arrives at Hospital With Gunshot Wound LMPD spokesperson…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — Louisville Metro Police are investigating two shootings that occurred minutes apart late Saturday night in the city’s Parkland neighborhood, leaving one man dead and another wounded. Detectives are now working to determine whether the incidents are connected and what led up to the violence. Two Shooting Scenes Minutes Apart on Greenwood Avenue…

STOCKTON, CALIFORNIA — Investigators are pleading with the public for any information that could help identify the shooter or shooters responsible for killing three children and one adult during a mass shooting at a child’s birthday party inside a Stockton banquet hall Saturday evening. Eleven others were injured in one of the region’s deadliest acts…

STANTON, KENTUCKY — Police in Stanton are investigating a string of early-morning vehicle break-ins after multiple residents reported thefts between 2 a.m. and 3 a.m. on Saturday. Authorities say thieves targeted unlocked vehicles, and several items were taken before the suspects fled the area. Unlocked Cars Targeted During 2–3 A.M. Break-In Window According to the…

EDINA, MINNESOTA — Police say a victim was hospitalized Sunday night after an armed robbery with shots fired in one of the city’s busiest commercial corridors near France Avenue and West 71st Street. Officers Called to France Avenue on Report of Armed Robbery According to Edina Police, officers were dispatched just before 6 p.m. after…

LAWRENCE COUNTY, KENTUCKY — A 69-year-old man was fatally shot by Kentucky State Police after he allegedly threatened troopers and pointed a firearm at them during a late-night search for a woman wanted on multiple warrants in the Martha area, authorities confirmed Sunday. Troopers had arrived at a residence on KY 1715 just before midnight…

PARIS, FRANCE — French authorities have detained four more suspects in the investigation of the stunning October 19 crown-jewel heist at the Louvre Museum, marking a significant expansion of the case as police continue to search for the missing artifacts valued at more than $100 million. Four New Suspects Taken Into Custody in Paris Region…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — Louisville Metro Police have launched an investigation after a juvenile boy was struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run Sunday afternoon in the city’s Taylor Berry neighborhood. The incident occurred around 1:15 p.m. in the 1400 block of Arcade Avenue, between Taylor Boulevard and 7th Street Road. LMPD spokesperson Aaron Ellis said…

MARTHA, KY – A routine warrant search turned deadly Saturday night in Lawrence County when Kentucky State Police say a 69-year-old man confronted troopers with a firearm, leading officers to fatally shoot him after he allegedly raised the weapon in their direction. KSP reports the incident occurred on November 29 along KY 1715 in the…

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA — A powerful blast of Arctic air is set to push across Indiana beginning Monday night, driving wind chills down to 5°F or lower through early Wednesday and delivering the coldest stretch of the season so far. Forecasters at the National Weather Service warn that conditions could become hazardous for commuters, students, and…

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA — Central Indiana is bracing for its coldest stretch of the season as wind chills are expected to plunge into the single digits Monday night through early Wednesday. According to the National Weather Service in Indianapolis, bitter winds and an incoming Arctic air mass will combine to make temperatures feel as low as…

BROOKFIELD, WISCONSIN — The family of 39-year-old Torrance Medley, along with representatives from the Waukesha and Milwaukee branches of the NAACP, is demanding answers from authorities after Medley was found dead near the Brookfield Hills Golf Course earlier this month. The family’s attorney alleges they have been “mistreated” by both the Waukesha County Medical Examiner’s…

ONEIDA, WISCONSIN — Four people have been arrested and charged after a 14-year-old girl was found weighing just 35 pounds and living in a locked bedroom under constant video surveillance, according to the Oneida Police Department. The arrests came after what investigators called an “extensive” child neglect investigation that began in August. The suspects —…

WAUKESHA, WISCONSIN — A 19-year-old Elkhorn man is facing charges after deputies say he activated blue flashing lights mounted inside his SUV to make other drivers move over on Interstate 43. Davin Stamm was charged Wednesday in Waukesha County Circuit Court with impersonating a peace officer, a misdemeanor punishable by up to nine months in…

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — Milwaukee police say a 47-year-old woman who was reported missing and endangered over the weekend has been located safely. Latasha Gatlin was reported missing on Saturday after she walked away from Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center and did not return. Authorities issued a public alert asking residents to help locate her after…

GURNEE, ILLINOIS — A Wisconsin woman is facing multiple felony charges after police say surveillance footage captured her firing several shots during a Thanksgiving night domestic dispute outside a north suburban hotel. The shooting occurred near Grand Avenue and Interstate 94, according to the Gurnee Police Department. Officers were not notified until the following day,…

HARRISBURG, ILLINOIS — A Harrisburg man is facing a long list of charges after police say he crashed a stolen vehicle into two unattended cars and fled the scene with two juveniles on Friday afternoon. Officers first spotted the stolen vehicle around 4:30 p.m. on Locust Street, according to the Harrisburg Police Department. When officers…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A Louisville mother has pleaded guilty to manslaughter nearly a year after her 3-month-old baby drowned in a motel bathtub on New Year’s Day. Amber Winstead, 36, entered her guilty plea on October 31, according to court records cited by WDRB. The fatal incident occurred inside a Louisville motel, where Winstead reportedly…

SULLIVAN COUNTY, INDIANA — A Kentucky man was arrested Thursday afternoon after Indiana State Police concluded an investigation into allegations that he engaged in sexual misconduct with a minor under the age of 16. Authorities say 30-year-old Vernon T. Brown of Olive Hill, Kentucky, was taken into custody without incident on a warrant issued by…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — One man is dead and a teenage boy is facing multiple charges after a fatal shooting Friday afternoon in Louisville’s Parkland neighborhood. Louisville Metro Police responded to the 1400 block of Catalpa Street shortly after 3 p.m. on reports of a shooting, officials said. When officers arrived, they found a man —…

MANTUA, ITALY — A 57-year-old man in northern Italy has been arrested after authorities say he disguised himself as his dead mother to renew her identity card and continue collecting her pension. The woman, 82-year-old Graziella Dall’Oglio, is believed to have died in 2022, yet police say her son never reported her death and continued…

HAZARD, KENTUCKY — A missing juvenile reported last seen late Thursday night in the Lothair section of Hazard has been found safe, according to the Hazard Police Department. Authorities confirmed that Herbert Gibson, who was reported missing after 11 p.m. on Nov. 28, was located and is no longer considered at risk. Police did not…

STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT — A Connecticut mother and father have pleaded guilty to multiple charges connected to the death of their 2-year-old son, whose body was found wrapped in plastic bags and buried in a shallow grave at Cummings Park nearly three years ago. Iris Rivera-Santos and Edgar Ismalej-Gomez each accepted plea agreements requiring them to…

CHEYENNE, WYOMING — A Wyoming mother and her boyfriend are facing multiple aggravated child abuse charges after police say they tortured a 14-year-old boy by forcing him to drink excessive amounts of water each day while denying him food, leaving him dangerously malnourished and close to organ failure. 36-year-old Stephanie Linke and 35-year-old Michael Gruchacz…

WALDORF, MARYLAND — A 28-year-old father has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of murder and child abuse after authorities say he brutally killed his 4-month-old daughter while caring for her and two other children. Jordan Nathaniel Savoy is being held without bond following a series of charges that include first-degree murder, second-degree murder,…

OMAHA, NEBRASKA — A 5-year-old boy is recovering after police say he accidentally shot himself with an unsecured handgun that slipped out of his father’s pocket while the man slept with two young children beside him. The boy’s father, 28-year-old Trae Colvin, is now being held on child abuse charges, according to Douglas County corrections…

JONESBORO, ARKANSAS — A 27-year-old Arkansas mother has been arrested after authorities say she fabricated a story accusing her child’s father of leaving their infant outside alone in a car seat for nearly half an hour. Investigators now believe the child was never in danger and was actually retrieved immediately after being dropped off. According…

PALMYRA, PENNSYLVANIA — A former Olympic boxer will spend the rest of his life behind bars after being convicted of brutally killing his 25-year-old daughter before dumping her body in a Staten Island park. Kabary Salem, 57, was sentenced this week to life in prison without parole after a Pennsylvania jury found him guilty of…

CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE — A Tennessee couple has been charged with child neglect after officers discovered two young children living in what police described as severe, hazardous, and roach-infested conditions inside their cluttered Chattanooga home. According to investigators, the home was so filled with debris and stacked tables that officers could not access the front door…

SOUTH CAROLINA – Deputies Say Father Became Aggressor After Calling Police About “Unruly” Son A South Carolina father who asked deputies to remove his “unruly” 11-year-old son from their home is now facing criminal charges himself. According to the Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office, 44-year-old Thomas Baker has been charged with unlawful conduct toward a child…

OHIO – Court Hearing Erupts After Defendant Rejects Lawyer and Declares Himself Innocent, A routine court appearance in Belmont County turned into a disorderly scene this week after 33-year-old Zachary Heckathorn loudly rejected legal representation and insisted he would defend himself against multiple charges tied to an alleged assault at a church-run free store in…

CHICAGO – A Powerful Winter Storm Expected to Intensify Overnight With Heavy Snow and Rare Thundersnow Potential, A rapidly strengthening winter storm — identified as Winter Storm Bellamy — is expected to push across the Midwest late Friday night into Saturday morning, bringing a dangerous mix of heavy snow, intense snow bands, and the potential…

SIBLEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA — A 48-year-old Minnesota man has been charged with criminal vehicular homicide after authorities say his wife jumped out of their moving truck during a late-night argument and was fatally run over. Investigators say the suspect appeared intoxicated and later made multiple emotional statements acknowledging he had killed her. Caller Told Police…

TOLEDO, OHIO — A 33-year-old Toledo man has been arrested after police say he murdered and dismembered a 27-year-old victim, then drove around the city in the victim’s stolen work vehicle while officers were actively searching for him. The disturbing case unfolded earlier this week and has shocked the Toledo community. Victim Reported Missing; Police…

PHENIX CITY, ALABAMA — A 28-year-old Alabama mother is facing charges of attempted murder and torture and willful abuse of a child after deputies say she tried to smother her 4-month-old daughter during a late-night incident at a home in eastern Alabama. Witnesses told investigators they saw the mother choking, shaking, and attempting to suffocate…

BRANDON, FLORIDA — A 44-year-old Florida man is behind bars after allegedly shooting his eight-months-pregnant girlfriend in the stomach while she slept beside two of her children, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Both the woman and her newborn baby survived after emergency treatment, and detectives say surveillance footage helped identify the suspect. Pregnant…

CAIRO, NEW YORK — A 69-year-old man whose family claimed he left home in an old Mercedes was actually murdered and secretly hidden on family property, according to investigators in Greene County. The disappearance of Roger Pitt Sr., initially treated as a missing-person case, has now turned into a homicide investigation that resulted in the…

ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND — A 58-year-old Maryland man was arrested after allegedly pointing a handgun at three 12-year-old Christmas carolers who were going door-to-door in his neighborhood the weekend before Thanksgiving. Police say the carolers were standing on the man’s front stoop when he aimed a firearm at them from inside his home. Carolers Approached Home…

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — Families across southeast Wisconsin packed grocery stores on Wednesday in a final push to secure turkeys, potatoes, stuffing and other staples before Thanksgiving — all while navigating noticeably higher food prices reported nationwide. The holiday rush, paired with fresh snowfall in some areas, created a busy but manageable scene for shoppers trying…

MADISON, WISCONSIN — Authorities in Dane County have launched a death investigation after a body was recovered from Lake Monona on Thursday afternoon. Emergency crews initially responded to reports of an unconscious person in the water, but the individual was pronounced dead at the scene. Emergency Crews Respond to Afternoon Water Call According to officials,…

WAUSAU, WISCONSIN — Police in Wausau are highlighting their ongoing holiday safety efforts after officers seized over a quarter-pound of methamphetamine earlier this week, a major drug recovery that occurred as residents prepare for Thanksgiving gatherings across the city. Seizure Highlights Ongoing Community Safety Operations According to police, officers recovered the large quantity of methamphetamine…

MEQUON, WISCONSIN — Police across southeastern Wisconsin are warning residents about a coordinated pattern of high-end residential burglaries believed to be connected to a professional South American theft group, after multiple homes were targeted in recent weeks. The suspects, described as masked, dressed entirely in black, and operating in organized teams, have struck homes in…

BELOIT, WISCONSIN — Police in the Greater Beloit area are searching for a 33-year-old man wanted on several domestic-related charges, including strangulation/suffocation, multiple counts of domestic abuse, and battery. Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in locating the suspect as the investigation continues. Suspect Wanted on Multiple Domestic Abuse-Related Warrants Authorities say Brian…

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA — A 6-year-old boy died Thursday afternoon after accidentally shooting himself with a handgun inside a southwest Indianapolis apartment, according to police. The fatal incident occurred on Thanksgiving Day, leaving the family devastated as investigators worked into the evening interviewing those who were inside the home at the time. Child Shot Inside Apartment…

PEKIN, INDIANA — A 26-year-old southern Indiana man was shot and killed early Thanksgiving morning, leading to the arrest of a 22-year-old suspect following an overnight investigation by state and county authorities. The shooting occurred around 1:30 a.m. on Bush Road, a rural area just outside Pekin. Victim Found With Gunshot Wound and Later Pronounced…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A decades-old missing child case has taken a major turn after a 66-year-old woman living in Florida agreed to be extradited back to Kentucky to face charges related to the disappearance of her 3-year-old daughter, who vanished in 1983. Authorities say Debra Leigh Newton, originally from Louisville, waived extradition during a court…

LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY — Three years after a deadly triple shooting on Bradley Court, investigators in Lexington are once again asking the public for help identifying those responsible for the killing of Tyron Shaw, a 2022 homicide that remains unsolved despite ongoing efforts by detectives and community partners. Officers Found Three Men Shot on Bradley Court…

BOWLING GREEN, KENTUCKY — A Thanksgiving Day vehicle pursuit involving a stolen car ended in a crash and the arrest of three teenagers after the chase spanned three Kentucky counties, according to state police. The pursuit began Thursday evening and continued across multiple jurisdictions before the suspects fled on foot and were eventually taken into…

RENO, NEVADA — A deadly shooting outside the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino early Monday morning left two people dead and several others injured, prompting a large multi-agency response as police confronted and exchanged gunfire with the suspected shooter. The incident unfolded around 7:25 a.m., turning one of Reno’s busiest resort areas into an active…

CINCINNATI, OHIO — A deadly overnight collision in West Price Hill left one driver dead and another on the run after a two-vehicle crash early Wednesday morning. The incident occurred shortly before 1:30 a.m. on West 8th Street, where police say one of the involved drivers fled immediately after the impact. Deadly Collision Unfolded at…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — UPS Airlines has grounded its entire fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes after a deadly crash in Louisville earlier this month, and the company now says the inspections and potential repairs could stretch through the peak holiday delivery season. The update was shared in an internal memo to employees as the…

FRANKFORT, KENTUCKY — State officials are urging Kentuckians to stay alert for holiday shopping scams, especially those involving gift cards, as Black Friday and the peak shopping season approach. The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) and the Kentucky Retail Federation have issued a warning to help residents recognize and avoid common fraud schemes circulating…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A 36-year-old Louisville man has been arrested and charged in connection with an October shooting in the city’s Russell neighborhood, according to police. The incident left another man injured and prompted a monthlong investigation by the Louisville Metro Police Department. Shooting Reported on West Chestnut Street Late on Oct. 21 Officers responded…

LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY — A 34-year-old man has been arrested after a string of violent incidents Tuesday night that began with shots fired on the city’s north side and ended with a hit-and-run crash and a carjacking, according to the Lexington Police Department. Officers say the series of crimes unfolded over roughly 30 minutes across multiple…

LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY — A 34-year-old Louisville man has been arrested after a series of violent incidents Tuesday night that included a shooting, an armed robbery, a stolen vehicle, and a hit-and-run crash, investigators said. The suspect, identified as Michael Peak, is facing multiple felony charges following a fast-moving crime spree across Lexington. Police Respond to…

TRIMBLE COUNTY, KENTUCKY — A former county sheriff accused of sexually abusing an employee during his time in office has accepted a plea deal, reducing the charge and allowing him to avoid jail time if he complies with court requirements. 53-year-old Charles Kelton, who previously served as the Trimble County Sheriff, entered his guilty plea…

PIKEVILLE, KENTUCKY — A juvenile has been taken into custody after two other minors were shot inside a Pike County residence on Tuesday, according to the Kentucky State Police. Troopers responded to the home on Rays Branch after receiving a 911 call reporting the incident. Troopers Discover Two Juveniles with Gunshot Wounds After 911 Call…

LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY — Bluegrass Crime Stoppers and the Lexington Police Department are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a man connected to a 2022 triple-victim shooting that left one man dead and two others hospitalized. Investigators say the case remains active and are urging anyone with information to come forward. One Man Killed, Two…

BOWLING GREEN, KENTUCKY — Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a woman captured on surveillance video after allegedly using a stolen credit card from a lost wallet. Investigators say the card was taken on Nov. 11, and used at multiple businesses across the city. Investigators Say Card Was Removed from Lost Wallet and…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two West Virginia National Guard members deployed to the nation’s capital were critically wounded Wednesday afternoon in an ambush-style shooting just blocks from the White House, prompting a massive law-enforcement response from federal and local agencies. Officials say the attack appeared to be targeted, and the suspect — who was also shot…

LA CRESCENT, MINNESOTA — With winter weather approaching, the La Crescent Police Department is urging drivers across the Coulee Region to take extra precautions on the road and properly prepare their vehicles for harsh seasonal conditions. Officers say the right planning can prevent emergencies and help keep drivers safe during snowstorms and freezing temperatures. Police…

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — Two men were shot and killed in separate incidents just hours apart Tuesday night in neighborhoods surrounding Washington Park, prompting Milwaukee police to launch dual homicide investigations. No arrests have been made in either case, and detectives are working to determine whether the shootings may be connected. 49-Year-Old Man Killed in First…

MADISON, WISCONSIN — An apartment building on Madison’s east side was struck by gunfire early Wednesday morning, prompting a police investigation but resulting in no reported injuries, authorities said. Officers responded to the complex, located at Terrace East on Cottage Grove Road, shortly before 5 a.m. Officers Respond to Reports of Multiple Shots Fired at…

MADISON, WISCONSIN — A group of women riding in a rideshare vehicle reported a frightening encounter Friday night after a man allegedly followed their car and pointed a gun at them, prompting a police investigation. The Madison Police Department says the incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. near University Avenue and North Francis Street. Victims Told…

FOND DU LAC, WISCONSIN — A coordinated, multi-agency investigation led to the arrest of a bomb threat suspect linked to threats made across several Wisconsin communities between Nov. 21 and Nov. 25, authorities announced. Police say the threats targeted locations in Fond du Lac, Tomahawk, Rhinelander, and Kewaskum, prompting extensive response efforts across the state….

MADISON, WISCONSIN — The Wisconsin Court of Appeals has upheld the conviction of Chandler Halderson, the Windsor man sentenced to life in prison for killing and dismembering his parents, Bart and Krista Halderson, in 2021. The ruling, issued Wednesday, concludes that Halderson’s trial was fair and that his claims of ineffective counsel lacked merit. Judges…

KENOSHA, WISCONSIN — A 44-year-old man accused of helping orchestrate a gold bar scam that cost a local woman more than $650,000 was taken into custody Wednesday after walking voluntarily into Kenosha County intake court. The suspect, Chintan Thakkar, faces felony charges including theft and money laundering in what prosecutors describe as a “senior exploitation…

MADISON, WISCONSIN — The 43-year-old man found traveling with Morgan Geyser, the woman involved in the 2014 Slender Man stabbing case, is sharing his version of why the pair left Wisconsin together before authorities detained them at an Illinois truck stop. The man, who says he goes by Charly, claims he accompanied Geyser because he…

COLUMBIA, MISSOURI — A Missouri mother has been arrested after deputies say she repeatedly beat a juvenile child with a phone charging cable and used food deprivation as punishment, forcing the victim to go days without eating. The suspect, identified as Breashia Jwantae Grant, was taken into custody Friday and faces charges of first-degree endangering…

WOODVILLE, WISCONSIN — A 22-year-old Wisconsin man is facing a first-degree intentional homicide charge after authorities say he shot his father multiple times during an argument inside their home, then appeared to show no emotion when learning his father had died. The suspect, Ethan James Graverson, allegedly called 911 shortly after the shooting, telling dispatchers…

ST. CLOUD, MINNESOTA — A 31-year-old Minnesota man is facing multiple felony charges after police say he shot his sleeping roommate in the face, assaulted a second man inside the home, and later told officers the attack was “worth it.” The suspect, identified as Austin Robert Gerads, was arrested early Sunday morning after first responders…

DOUGLASVILLE, GEORGIA — A 23-year-old Georgia woman is recovering after authorities say her ex-boyfriend shot her ten times, then drove her around for several hours while she bled in the passenger seat of her own car. The victim, Shamay Pitt, survived the attack and is now speaking out in hopes of warning others trapped in…

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA — An 18-year-old Burger King employee who had plans to join the U.S. Marines was shot and killed Saturday night after attempting to break up a fight between two customers at the restaurant where he worked, according to investigators. The shooting left one man dead and another injured at the Burger King on…

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA — A 50-year-old Minneapolis man accused of fatally shooting his ex-girlfriend moments after she posted on Facebook describing him as “stalking” her is now facing additional first-degree murder charges, according to newly filed court documents. The victim, 34-year-old Mariah Rosanna Samuels, was killed outside her home on Sept. 14, just minutes after she…

APPLETON, WISCONSIN — A 43-year-old woman from Wisconsin is facing two felony charges after investigators say she attempted to hire a hit man to murder her mother and stepfather, claiming they “ruined my life.” The woman, identified as Lindsey Feucht, appeared in Outagamie County court this week for a preliminary hearing after being arrested in…

SELKIRK, NY — A New York woman has been sentenced to state prison after prosecutors said she knowingly stopped taking her seizure medication for more than a week before suffering an epileptic episode behind the wheel and causing a head-on collision that killed a 60-year-old grandmother. The Albany County District Attorney’s Office confirmed that 25-year-old…

CROPSEYVILLE, NY — A 26-year-old New York man has pleaded guilty to murdering his wife, father, and grandmother in a horrific triple homicide that unfolded during a 911 call — an act his own mother says she feared for years. Joshua Fowler admitted in Rensselaer County Court that he fatally shot 27-year-old Whitney Fowler, 55-year-old…

GREENWOOD, IN — Two Indiana parents are facing multiple charges after police say they boarded a school bus and physically assaulted several children they believed had been bullying their young son. The violent confrontation, captured on the bus’s interior camera, has shocked local families and raised serious concerns about student safety. Parents Board Bus Without…

CAPE CANAVERAL, FL — A Florida man who struck and killed a bicyclist while driving with a blood alcohol level nearly three times the legal limit has been sentenced to 12 years in state prison. Prosecutors say the driver laughed during his sobriety test — even as the victim lay dead along the roadway. Deadly…

FRUITA, CO — Three Colorado residents — two teenagers and a 21-year-old man — have been arrested after police say they beat a 62-year-old man to death, tied up his body, and dumped him in the desert in a premeditated attack fueled by anger and revenge. The disturbing case began when police found a body…

FRUITPORT TOWNSHIP, MI — A Michigan mother has been arrested and charged after police say she killed her 11-year-old adopted daughter by sitting on her during a physical struggle inside their mobile home. The disturbing case has left a community shaken and has prompted immediate intervention from Child Protective Services. Officers Find Child Unresponsive Inside…

APPLETON, WI — A Wisconsin woman who stabbed her boyfriend in the heart and desperately tried to shift blame has been sentenced to life in prison, closing a case that prosecutors described as fueled by drugs, lies, and years of violent behavior. 40-year-old Samantha Jean Krebs was convicted of first-degree intentional homicide for the stabbing…

DES MOINES, IA — A 25-year-old Iowa man will spend the rest of his life behind bars after he ambushed his ex-girlfriend’s parents during a move-out last year, killing her mother and critically injuring her father in a shooting prosecutors described as deliberate and unprovoked. Hamza Smajlovic was sentenced Friday to life in prison without…

JEFFERSON COUNTY, GA — A 21-year-old Georgia mother has been charged with murdering two of her infant sons after investigators uncovered alarming similarities in the boys’ deaths — including what officers described as the mother’s “nonchalant” behavior as paramedics tried to save one of the children. Dakota Taylor was arrested on Nov. 20 following a…

MASSAPEQUA, NY — A 23-year-old New York home health aide is behind bars after prosecutors say she climbed into an elderly patient’s bed in the middle of the night and drove an 8-inch chef’s knife into the woman’s torso, whispering for her to “stop fighting it” and “just let go.” The victim — 84-year-old Wendy…

MORRISVALE, WV — A West Virginia mother may spend the rest of her life in prison after pleading guilty to causing the death of her 14-year-old daughter, who authorities discovered in an “emaciated” and “skeletal state” inside the family’s home last year. Investigators say the teen had not left the house more than twice in…

SYLVA, NC — A North Carolina man is behind bars after police say he poured rubbing alcohol on his girlfriend and set their couch on fire during a violent domestic dispute early Friday morning. Officers say the attack began because the woman refused to “get him a beer” at 7 a.m. Argument Escalated into Threats…

BELLEVIEW, FL — A 52-year-old Florida man is behind bars after deputies say he beat his sleeping girlfriend with multiple household items and killed her Chihuahua as the dog tried to defend her during a violent attack inside their home. ‘Blood All Over the Walls’: 911 Caller Reported Grisly Scene According to a probable cause…

MIAMI, FL — A 49-year-old Miami woman is facing multiple felony charges after police say she attacked her boyfriend with a machete inside her apartment, following a heated fight at a Texas Roadhouse restaurant on Thursday night. Fight Over Cellphone Photos Sparks Violence After Dinner According to an arrest report reviewed by Law&Crime, Liz Frechel…

MIAMI, FL — A 38-year-old Florida attorney was arrested after allegedly attacking a 67-year-old man aboard the Norwegian Encore cruise ship, knocking him unconscious during a heated confrontation in a restricted hallway, according to an arrest affidavit released by Miami-Dade authorities. Verbal Dispute Turns Violent on Docked Cruise Ship The incident happened around 2 p.m….

BEAVER, KY — Kentucky State Police have charged a Floyd County man with murder after a woman was found shot to death Friday along Kentucky Route 979 in the Beaver community. The victim, 35-year-old Sarah Slone, was pronounced dead at the scene after troopers discovered she had suffered a fatal gunshot wound. Victim Found Dead…

MAYFIELD, KY — Kentucky State Police Post 1 has officially kicked off its 2025 Cram the Cruiser holiday food drive, inviting community members to donate non-perishable food items now through December 5. The annual effort partners with local food pantries to help ensure families across Western Kentucky have access to meals during the holiday season….

LONDON, KY — A 29-year-old man was arrested early Saturday after allegedly fleeing from police during an attempted traffic stop, according to the London Police Department. The incident unfolded just after 5:15 a.m., when an officer spotted a speeding vehicle on a London roadway. Driver Allegedly Refused to Stop for Police Police say the officer…

OWENSBORO, KY — Owensboro police say they have successfully identified a man connected to a weekend theft investigation after releasing his photo to the public early Sunday morning. The update was provided at 10:28 a.m. on November 24, just over an hour after the Owensboro Police Department requested community assistance in identifying the person of…

SMITHS GROVE, KY — A 35-year-old man is behind bars after deputies say he violently assaulted a 17-year-old who had been living in his home, causing multiple facial fractures and strangulation injuries. The Barren County Sheriff’s Office responded Friday night after receiving a report that a severely injured teen had been taken by a neighbor…

KENTON COUNTY, KY — A Northern Kentucky teenager is now being prosecuted as an adult after investigators say he fatally shot his 15-year-old girlfriend, tried to shift blame onto a family member, and then fled across state lines. Brian Pascual, now 16, is charged with murder in Kenton County Circuit Court and pleaded not guilty…

ELLIOTT COUNTY, KY — Michael Carneal, the man responsible for the 1997 Heath High School mass shooting, has been transferred to a new correctional facility in eastern Kentucky, according to a report from Spectrum News. Carneal continues to serve a life sentence for killing three students and injuring five others when he was just 14…

APPALACHIA, VA — A high school football coach from southwestern Virginia is missing, prompting a multi-agency search effort that now includes the Kentucky State Police due to the school district’s proximity to the state line. Travis Turner, 46, the head football coach at Union High School in Wise County, was last seen on Thursday, Nov….

PIKEVILLE, KY — A 35-year-old Kentucky man has been arrested and charged with murder after state police discovered the body of a woman fatally shot inside a home in Floyd County on Thursday, November 21. Kentucky State Police confirmed that Joshua Gayheart, of Beaver, was taken into custody following the death of 35-year-old Sarah Slone,…

WINCHESTER, KY — A Mt. Washington man was arrested early Friday after officers say Ring camera footage captured him strangling a woman outside her Winchester home before fleeing the scene in a black Honda Civic. According to the Winchester Police Department, an officer was patrolling on Nov. 21 when a black Chevrolet sedan sped past…

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Police in the nation’s capital are investigating a Sunday afternoon shooting that left a woman hospitalized and sparked an urgent search for a suspect who fled the scene in a black Mercedes. The Metropolitan Police Department said officers from the Fourth District rushed to the 5700 block of 2nd Street NE around…

LEXINGTON, KY — A 26-year-old Estonian national has been sentenced to more than two years in federal prison for helping launder millions in a massive $10 billion fraud ring tied to a criminal organization operating out of Russia, federal officials announced. Aleksandr Lis pleaded guilty earlier this year to conspiracy to commit money laundering, admitting…

CHEYENNE, WY — The National Weather Service in Cheyenne is warning residents and holiday travelers to prepare for a turbulent start to Thanksgiving week, as powerful winds topping 60 mph are expected to blast across Wyoming’s most heavily traveled corridors, including I-80 and I-25, beginning Monday afternoon. High Wind Warning for Monday Into Early Tuesday…

AMARILLO, TX — The holiday week will begin mild across the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles, but the National Weather Service warns that two major cold fronts will drop temperatures sharply by week’s end. Monday and Tuesday will offer a brief warm-up, followed by a steady slide into December-like cold as the weekend approaches. Mild Start…

GEORGETOWN, KY — A tense barricade situation in a Georgetown mobile home park ended Sunday afternoon after a teenage suspect surrendered to authorities following hours of negotiations and multiple gunshots fired — including one that struck a deputy’s shield, officials said. The standoff unfolded at the Sawyier Pointe mobile home park on Laurie Lane, where…

BIRMINGHAM, AL — A University of Alabama at Birmingham football player — and former University of Kentucky recruit — has been arrested after allegedly stabbing two teammates just hours before their scheduled matchup against the University of South Florida. UAB officials confirmed the attack happened Saturday morning at the school’s Football Operations Building, leaving two…

LOUISVILLE, KY — A late-night police response to a reported armed robbery in Louisville’s Southside neighborhood turned deadly after officers fatally shot a suspect who allegedly fled and pulled out a handgun, according to the Louisville Metro Police Department. The incident unfolded just before 10 p.m. Saturday in the 100 block of East Southland Boulevard,…

MADISON, WI — A Wisconsin woman who was just 12 years old when she nearly killed a classmate in a notorious 2014 stabbing incident has been captured after authorities say she cut off her GPS monitoring bracelet and fled a supervised group home. 23-year-old Morgan Geyser, who once played a central role in a violent…

SIMI VALLEY, CA — A California man will spend the rest of his life behind bars after a jury found he intentionally hid inside his estranged wife’s apartment, ambushed her when she stepped out of her bedroom, murdered her, and later buried her in the Antelope Valley desert. The Ventura County District Attorney’s Office announced…

TUSCALOOSA COUNTY, AL — A 20-year prison sentence was handed down this week to an Alabama woman whose impaired driving caused a 2021 head-on collision that claimed the life of a pregnant mother of four and seriously injured her children. The case centers on 36-year-old Audra Rogers, a well-known pageant titleholder and powerlifter who was…

MILWAUKEE, WI — A Milwaukee woman has been sentenced to life in prison without parole after authorities say she brutally abused her boyfriend’s 6-year-old son, leaving him so injured that he could barely stand before collapsing at a hospital, where he later died. Hospital Cameras Captured the Boy Barely Conscious as He Collapsed According to…

LAS VEGAS, NV — A shocking road-rage shooting on a busy Nevada freeway left an 11-year-old boy dead and his stepfather screaming in agony, moments before police detained a 22-year-old driver who calmly admitted on bodycam, “I f—ing killed him.” The deadly confrontation erupted on Nov. 14 along the 215 Beltway in Las Vegas. Authorities…

HENDERSON, NE — A Nebraska man is behind bars after deputies say he launched a relentlessly violent attack on two motel guests — beating one man with a hammer until it broke, then switching to a fire extinguisher while taunting the victim, “You aren’t dead yet?” The York County Sheriff’s Office identified the suspect as…

JACKSONVILLE, FL — Police say a group of Florida teens carried out a “vicious attack” on a 64-year-old homeless man — a former World Trade Center consultant who narrowly survived the Twin Towers months before 9/11 — beating him so severely that he died days later. The victim, Roger Borkum, had been living on the…

NORCROSS, GA — A Georgia man who accepted a ride from two men after a late-night event brutally executed one of them moments later — even after forcing the victim to strip down to his underwear to prove he wasn’t armed, authorities said. Ride Offer Turns Deadly During Early-Morning Encounter According to Gwinnett County prosecutors,…

LAS VEGAS — Authorities say a 19-year-old Nevada driver deliberately barreled into cars stopped at a red light while going 100 mph, causing a devastating 12-car crash that killed his pregnant girlfriend and another man. Investigators Say Crash Was Deliberate: ‘There Was No Braking’ Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson said evidence shows Jose Gutierrez,…

MCNAIR, VIRGINIA — A 31-year-old woman has been arrested after police say she fatally stabbed her 79-year-old mother inside their northern Virginia apartment, left her under an overturned recliner, and fled the scene with the family dog. Caregiver Walks Into Disturbing Scene in McNair Apartment According to Fairfax County Police, officers responded Tuesday around 10…

WACO, TEXAS — A 19-year-old Texas woman is facing a felony charge after allegedly threatening to shoot a justice of the peace during a chaotic truancy hearing that escalated into shouting, broken gavels, and a courtroom removal. Disturbance Breaks Out During Routine Truancy Review The incident occurred Thursday inside the Precinct 5 Justice of the…

MIAMI, FLORIDA — A 32-year-old woman was killed in a horrifying midday attack after a man allegedly walked up to her at a Miami Metrorail station and pushed her off an elevated platform, sending her falling several stories to her death. Miami-Dade authorities say 45-year-old Jorge Gomez has been charged with second-degree murder in the…

MINNESOTA — A Minneapolis woman who stabbed her ex-girlfriend to death, wrapped her body in bedding, and drove around with the remains before crashing on Interstate 90 has been sentenced to 40 years in prison — and received a harsh reprimand from the judge after showing no remorse in court. A Deadly Attack Hidden in…

PENNSYLVANIA — Two foster parents accused of brutally killing a 9-year-old girl and abandoning her body in a tote bag along a riverbank are now facing the possibility of the death penalty, prosecutors announced this week. Officials in Fayette County filed notices of aggravated circumstances against 31-year-old Kourtney Eutsey and 35-year-old Sarah Shipley, both charged…

NEBRASKA — A Nebraska Walmart packed with weekend shoppers and staff was thrown into chaos after authorities say a 20-year-old man deliberately started a fire inside the store — and admitted he took into account where people were standing when he ignited the flames. Fire Breaks Out Just Before Noon, Forcing Immediate Evacuation According to…

MILWAUKEE, Wis. — A third suspect has now been charged in a deadly March shooting on Milwaukee’s northwest side, and prosecutors say a warrant is active after the man failed to appear in court earlier this year. 19-Year-Old Now Charged With Homicide After Victim Found Shot in White Buick Milwaukee County prosecutors have filed charges…

WISCONSIN — A Kenosha County man is behind bars after investigators say he shared graphic bestiality videos and child pornography through a messaging app, following a months-long digital crimes investigation that first began with a cyber tip. Digital Trail Leads Investigators to 33-Year-Old Suspect According to the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office, 33-year-old Jerry D. Lapenta…

WISCONSIN — More than 30 years after two people were brutally stabbed to death inside a rural Wisconsin farmhouse, the man who confessed to the killings was acquitted, leaving behind a stunned community and questions that may never be answered. Cold Case Began in 1992 With the Murders of Tanna Togstad and Timothy Mumbrue On…

WICHITA, Kan. — A former television news anchor is behind bars after allegedly stabbing her 80-year-old mother to death, later telling authorities she did it “to save herself,” according to emergency dispatch notes released by local officials. Police Say Angelynn Mock Was Found Covered in Blood Outside Home Angelynn “Angie” Mock, a former Fox 2…

GERMANTOWN, WISCONSIN — A man accused of brutally stabbing a Germantown woman this summer has been extradited back to Wisconsin after his arrest in Indiana, where he was captured following a police chase and crash. Suspect Appears in Court Facing Attempted Homicide Charges Court records confirm that 39-year-old Melvin Hintson-Reed made his initial appearance in…

MADISON, WISCONSIN — A Wisconsin man is facing felony charges after police say he tore across Dane County at speeds topping 125 mph, fled multiple traffic stops, and eventually abandoned his car at an apartment complex before being arrested early Saturday morning. Early-Morning Chase Begins on U.S. 12 According to the Monona Police Department, the…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A robbery call in Louisville’s Southside neighborhood ended in deadly gunfire Saturday night after police shot and killed a man they say pulled a handgun while running from officers. Robbery Call Leads Officers to Armed Suspect According to Louisville Metro Police Deputy Chief Ryan Bates, officers were dispatched just before 10 p.m….

FLOYD COUNTY, KENTUCKY — State police are investigating a deadly shooting in the Beaver community after a woman was found unresponsive along a rural stretch of road Friday afternoon. 35-Year-Old Woman Found Dead from Gunshot Wound According to Kentucky State Police, troopers from the Pikeville Post responded to a call from Prestonsburg 911 around November…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A late-night shooting inside a Russell neighborhood home left a man dead on Friday, and police say the woman who lived with him has now been charged with murder. Police Find Man Shot in the Face Inside Cedar Street Home Louisville Metro Police officers were called just before 9 p.m. to the…

NIAGARA, Wis. — A Wisconsin Department of Justice investigation is underway after a 57-year-old man died during a police pursuit in Niagara earlier this month. Officials say the fatal crash happened moments after the driver fled from a routine traffic stop. Deadly Crash After Driver Flees Niagara Officer According to the Wisconsin DOJ Division of…

HARLAN COUNTY, KY — Kentucky State Police say a 45-year-old Cumberland man has been charged with murder after a deadly shooting that unfolded before sunrise Saturday, leaving a local man fatally wounded at his home. The victim, identified as Brian Johnson, was found with a gunshot wound to the face inside his residence on Coldiron…

LONDON, KENTUCKY — A late-night traffic stop in Laurel County ended with a London man in custody after officers said they discovered a meth-filled needle in his pocket and learned he was driving on a suspended license with an active parole warrant. Police Say Vehicle Was Crossing Double Yellow Lines According to the London Police…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — Kentucky lawmakers are reviewing a controversial proposal that would require every police department in the state — including the Kentucky State Police — to partner with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under the 287(g) task force model, giving officers limited federal immigration enforcement powers. Bill Seeks Mandatory ICE Partnerships for All Agencies…

BEAVER, KENTUCKY — Kentucky State Police have launched a homicide investigation after a woman was found dead from a gunshot wound along a rural roadway in Floyd County on Friday. Investigators Respond to Report of an Unresponsive Woman Troopers from Kentucky State Police Post 9 were called to Route 979 in Beaver after receiving a…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — Kentucky State Police Post 4 intensified its traffic enforcement presence in Jefferson County this week, conducting a large-scale one-day operation that resulted in 177 charges, multiple arrests, and several citations aimed at improving roadway safety. Troopers Flooded Louisville Highways in Targeted Safety Operation On November 19, Post 4 troopers carried out a…

BULLITT COUNTY, KENTUCKY — A 48-year-old man accused of multiple child sex crimes is on the run, and authorities are urging the public to stay alert as they work to locate him. Officials say John “Kevin” Taylor has been missing for weeks after skipping a court appearance tied to a series of serious felony charges….

FRANKFORT, KENTUCKY — A new proposal in the Kentucky legislature would give every state and local police officer the power to act like federal immigration agents. The bill — introduced by Republican Rep. TJ Roberts — would require all Kentucky law enforcement agencies to enter formal agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), dramatically expanding…

POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN — A 33-year-old man from Osceola is facing a long list of felony drug-distribution charges after deputies uncovered large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and drug-processing equipment during two disturbing incidents last summer. Authorities say the investigation began after a child called for help in June — and escalated sharply in August…

MADISON, WISCONSIN — Two Madison brothers have been arrested after investigators linked them to three separate homicide cases from 2016 and 2017 — bringing long-running cold cases back to life nearly a decade later. Arrests Made After Years of Investigative Work Madison Police announced Thursday that 34-year-old Jordan Sharlow and his brother 33-year-old Justin Sharlow…

WAUSAU, WISCONSIN — The former EMS division chief for the Wausau Fire Department pleaded not guilty Friday after investigators say more than 1,000 vials of potent pain medications went missing while he was responsible for ordering and handling the drugs. Prosecutors Say Hundreds of Fentanyl and Hydromorphone Vials Disappeared According to charging documents, 46-year-old Jared…

OAK CREEK, WISCONSIN — Detectives in southeast Wisconsin recovered more than $500,000 in stolen cryptocurrency after a local resident was targeted by a sophisticated scam, according to the Oak Creek Police Department. The victim’s funds have been secured and will be returned through the legal process. Police Recover Full $500,000 After Resident Targeted Authorities say…

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — A federal program used by law enforcement agencies to track drug-trafficking operations in Wisconsin and Minnesota was hacked last week, temporarily locking Milwaukee officers out of a major crime-fighting database, according to sources familiar with the incident. Federal Drug-Trafficking Network Breached The breach targeted the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) program…

MEQUON, WISCONSIN — A fast-moving burglary ring believed to be tied to a national crime network has targeted homes across Mequon and multiple southeastern Wisconsin counties, with police warning that “virtually no city has been untouched” during the months-long crime spree. Police Say Burglary Crew Is Part of Larger National Operation Mequon Police Capt. John…

ONEIDA, WISCONSIN — Four adults have been arrested after a 14-year-old girl was found severely malnourished, weighing just 35 pounds and living under strict confinement in a locked bedroom monitored by a surveillance camera, according to police and court documents. Father Called 911 After Girl Became Critically Ill The investigation began on Aug. 21, when…

WESLACO, TEXAS — A 1-year-old boy died on Halloween night after authorities say he was left alone in a parked car for up to half an hour, during which a car seat strap became wrapped around his neck. His mother is now in jail facing a felony charge linked to the child’s death. Deputies Say…

JONESBORO, ARKANSAS — A 22-year-old Arkansas father is facing criminal charges after police say he left his infant son alone in a car seat on the ground outside the mother’s home — despite being told repeatedly that she wasn’t there. Authorities say the baby was found crying, vomiting on himself, and sitting on the cold…

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND — A young father who used his lunch break to visit his little girl was ambushed and shot in the back just feet from her apartment door, and Maryland prosecutors say the gunman has now been convicted of first-degree murder. 27-year-old Desmond Gardner was on break from his job with the Baltimore City…

CALIFORNIA — A California cannabis worker who once said he was “humiliated” after being forced to do 500 pushups just to receive his paycheck has now been convicted in the brutal killing of multimillionaire CEO Tushar Atre. Prosecutors say the murder was carried out at the very same cannabis farm where the abuse reportedly happened…

EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NEW JERSEY — A former congressional aide in New Jersey is accused of staging an elaborate fake political attack on herself — a plot involving zip ties, a scarification artist, self-inflicted wounds, and slurs like “Trump whore” written across her body — all before calling 911 and blaming three armed political extremists….

AIKEN, SOUTH CAROLINA — A routine Walmart shopping trip turned into a nightmare when a 13-year-old girl was shot by a complete stranger inside the store, leaving her with devastating internal injuries and lifelong trauma. The man responsible has now been sentenced to 28 years behind bars in what prosecutors called a horrifying act of…

WILBURTON, OKLAHOMA — A 53-year-old Oklahoma woman has been sentenced to 60 years in prison after prosecutors say she brutally murdered her 75-year-old mother with multiple knives and a portable vacuum cleaner, then calmly washed dishes in the kitchen while her mother’s body lay mutilated on the floor. Neighbor Heard Screaming — Then Sudden Silence…

CALIFORNIA – A young Gen-Z soldier stationed in California is going viral after nearly breaking down while trying to use an outdated gas pump — a moment the internet immediately turned into a generational roasting session. The chaotic clip, posted to TikTok, shows the uniformed soldier desperately pressing random parts of the pump like she…

CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS – Harvard University is facing one of its most chaotic weeks in years after a viral TikTok captured former Harvard president and current professor Larry Summers casually addressing his ties to Jeffrey Epstein at the start of a packed lecture — then trying to continue class like nothing had happened. Students walked into…

RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA – A Raleigh man says ICE agents shoved him and threw his belongings onto the ground even after confirming he was an American citizen, sparking outrage across the internet and deepening fears about growing immigration raids under Trump’s second term. The video, recorded by the man himself, has now exploded across social…

SOUTH CAROLINA – A South Carolina mother is catching serious backlash online after casually admitting she hid the truth about Anne Frank’s death from her autistic daughter — sparking accusations of privilege, historical erasure, and harmful infantilization of neurodivergent adults. The moment went viral after Dr. Inna Kanevsky stitched a TikTok featuring Kaelynn Partlow, known…

MINNESOTA – A Minnesota woman expecting her usual Starbucks pick-me-up instead wound up staring at two large bags of kitty litter, leaving her family baffled, irritated, and asking the only question that made sense: “How does this even happen?” What she ordered: ☕ Starbucks beverages. What she received instead: 🐱 Two bags of PrettyLitter worth…

PHOENIX, ARIZONA — A 36-year-old Phoenix man is behind bars after police say he shot his girlfriend in the head with a gun he kept hidden under his pillow, wrapped her in a comforter, and dumped her dead body in the bed of his pickup truck before driving to a police station and confessing. Gun…

GARY, INDIANA — A 26-year-old Indiana man is behind bars after police say he shot his girlfriend to death with a sawed-off shotgun — all while their 11-month-old baby was inside the home — following a heated argument over cheating. Argument Over Cheating Turned Violent Moments Before the Shot According to a probable cause affidavit,…

SILVER SPRING, MARYLAND — A 33-year-old man has been sentenced to decades in prison after police say he strangled his ex-girlfriend during an argument over a music playlist, stuffed her body into trash bags, and tossed her off a highway bridge before driving to Philadelphia to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Argument Over a Music Playlist…

BUTLER COUNTY, OHIO — A 43-year-old Ohio mother accused of taking her toddler to hospitals more than 20 times and interfering with his medical care — including allegedly giving him insulin he did not need — has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges of child endangerment. Prosecutors Say Child Was Hospitalized 20+ Times Until He…

SUN PRAIRIE, WISCONSIN — A Wisconsin father has been sentenced to prison for starving his 3-week-old son to death — a tragedy prosecutors say unfolded as he and his girlfriend ordered food, ate, and even had sex while the newborn lay dying just feet away. Infant Lost Over a Pound in Just Weeks as Parents…

WALWORTH COUNTY, WISCONSIN — A Wisconsin stepfather who admitted he was trying to “look cool” while showing off firearms to his terrified 8-year-old stepson has been sentenced to 25 years in prison, after prosecutors said he pointed a loaded gun at the child and pulled the trigger, killing him instantly. Judge Outraged After Learning Bullet…

SOLON, OHIO — A 28-year-old Ohio father is facing a child endangerment charge after police say he left his shivering, crying 1-year-old alone inside a cold car while he went shopping at a local Aldi — a situation witnesses described as “unacceptable” and dangerous for the infant. Officers Found the Baby Crying and “Shaking” in…

CUSTER COUNTY, IDAHO — A 70-year-old Idaho man who shot, dismembered, burned, and dumped the body of a longtime friend — then later mailed a letter to the victim’s daughter claiming he “saved them money on funeral costs” — has been sentenced to 20 years behind bars, authorities announced. Missing Man’s Truck Found With Blood,…

MARION COUNTY, FLORIDA — A 32-year-old woman from the United Kingdom was brutally tortured and murdered after flying to Florida to meet a man she believed would kill her quickly, authorities said. Instead, investigators say she was coerced, trapped, beaten, and ultimately stabbed to death inside a remote Airbnb — a killing that prosecutors describe…

ROCK HILL, SOUTH CAROLINA — A 20-year-old South Carolina woman has been charged with attempted murder after police say she took abortion pills at 27 weeks pregnant, then gave birth the next day to a baby found alive in a toilet. Authorities say the newborn survived after emergency crews rushed the infant to a hospital…

POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY, OKLAHOMA — An 18-year-old Oklahoma woman is recovering in critical condition after she was stabbed 14 times on her front porch by an “obsessed” former co-worker wearing a mask, authorities said. Deputies say the attacker ambushed her while she was eating a burger, and only fled after her brother rushed out and fought…

SANDY SPRINGS, GEORGIA — A Georgia mother has been arrested on multiple felony charges after police discovered her 11-year-old daughter stabbed to death and “cleaned and positioned” upright in a recliner inside their condominium. Authorities say the mother admitted responsibility, telling officers, “I happened.” Police Discover Mother Bleeding, Daughter Propped Up in Chair According to…

MIDWEST CITY, OKLAHOMA — A 32-year-old Oklahoma mother has been sentenced to 24 years in prison after her severely malnourished 7-year-old daughter, weighing only 25 pounds, was brought to the hospital already dead. Medical staff said the child showed signs of rigor mortis, extensive internal injuries, and had previously endured horrific abuse — including having…

WEST VALLEY CITY, UTAH — A Utah taco shop owner and her son have been sentenced for their roles in the kidnapping, execution-style murder, and disposal of a 25-year-old woman who they believed was cooperating with police. Prosecutors say the mother not only ordered the killing but later cleaned the bloody crime scene “as though…

CASPER, WYOMING — A Wyoming man has admitted to shooting his 16-year-old friend in the head during a reckless game of “quick draw,” a dangerous routine the pair reportedly treated as entertainment. Authorities say the shooting happened on Mother’s Day and nearly killed the teenager, who was struck above the eye by a bullet that…

VOLUSIA COUNTY, FLORIDA — A Florida father is facing felony charges after allegedly pulling a Glock on a teen dealer he believed sold a THC vape cartridge to his 15-year-old daughter. Deputies say the furious father staged a fake meetup at a Circle K gas station, confronted the teen, and threatened to kill him —…

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA — A Florida grandmother is facing vehicular homicide and DUI manslaughter charges after allegedly driving her SUV into a lake, killing her best friend on New Year’s Eve. Newly released footage shows the woman slurring her words, stumbling, and repeatedly asking officers, “Did my friend die?” as they investigated the crash. Surveillance…

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — A 28-year-old Milwaukee man is facing a first-degree homicide charge after allegedly shooting his father in the head during a violent confrontation witnessed by his ex-girlfriend, who was also the victim’s stepdaughter. Authorities say the deadly shooting unfolded during a chaotic argument in a residential gangway on Milwaukee’s South 16th Street. Argument…

PORTLAND, OREGON — A tight-knit Portland community is grieving after a beloved liquor store clerk suffered a fatal heart attack while a man pretending to help him instead stole $800 from the store. The victim, 53-year-old Jason Hay, collapsed at work and later died in the hospital, leaving behind a devastated family, coworkers, and customers…

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA — A Minneapolis grandmother has been arrested after two 2-year-old twins overdosed on methadone within hours of each other while she was babysitting them, triggering two separate ambulance responses to the same home in one afternoon. Authorities say both toddlers ingested the medication from the grandmother’s purse, leaving one child unconscious and the…

PENSACOLA, FLORIDA — A 27-year-old Florida man will spend the rest of his life in prison after a jury convicted him of fatally shooting a 25-year-old mother of twins during a chaotic bar fight in Pensacola. Prosecutors say the woman, Tierra Binion, was shot 10 times in the back by Christian Ketchup following a violent…

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA — A heartbreaking case of alleged child neglect unfolded this week after a 1-year-old Indiana boy weighing only 10 pounds was declared dead just 15 minutes after his parents brought him to the emergency room. Police say the child, identified as Angel, appeared “very malnourished” and was covered in bruises, scratches, and scarring,…

SARASOTA, FLORIDA — A 48-year-old Florida father is facing serious charges after police discovered his three children — ages 10, 11, and 14 — living in a filthy, cockroach-infested home with virtually no food, no furniture, and no schooling for years. Officers say the children were found sleeping during school hours, surrounded by trash, mold,…

PHOENIX, ARIZONA — A wild scene erupted at a Phoenix Suns game when an Arizona woman threw multiple drinks at fellow NBA fans during a heated argument allegedly sparked by a free T-shirt toss. The chaotic altercation, captured in viral TikTok videos, has drawn millions of views and sparked intense commentary from sports fans across…

INDIANA — Residents in an Indiana neighborhood were left frustrated after a FedEx driver parked in the middle of the street, blocking all traffic while delivering a package — despite several empty parking spots nearby. A photo shared online shows the truck idling directly in the roadway as the driver casually walked a package to…

TEXAS — A roofing crew in Texas is going viral after a chaotic workplace mishap showed a forklift crashing violently while being unloaded from a truck, sending the operator flying and sparking a flood of online reactions. Although no one was injured, the dramatic moment has raised questions about safety practices — and drew plenty…

BOCA RATON, FLORIDA — A Florida couple staying at a Hilton hotel in Boca Raton were shocked after lifting their duvet toward the sunlight and discovering dark, dirty-looking lumps embedded throughout the fabric. The unsettling find, recorded in a TikTok video, sparked widespread disgust among viewers and raised fresh questions about cleanliness standards at upscale…

CINCINNATI, OHIO — A Cincinnati pedestrian’s routine street crossing turned into a tense confrontation when a Cincinnati police officer detained and searched a Black man for alleged jaywalking, sparking confusion and online outrage after video of the encounter spread widely. The man, who was legally carrying a firearm, recorded the incident as officers questioned him,…

GATLINBURG, TENNESSEE — A tourist visiting the Smoky Mountains experienced an unforgettable wildlife encounter when a wild Tennessee bear ripped the door handles off all four doors of their vehicle while searching for food inside. The animal was drawn to a box of cereal and sealed dried fruit, and according to the visitor, tried every…

NEW YORK, NY – A New York tenant says they were left shaken and humiliated after their landlord allegedly unlocked their apartment door late at night, walked in unannounced, and began quietly inspecting the space without permission. The renter shared the disturbing experience on Reddit’s r/legaladvice, explaining that the incident happened around 10:30 p.m., a…

SOUTH DAKOTA — A South Dakota woman says she was shocked after discovering her kids’ Culver’s fries had turned into a mold-covered science experiment just 48 hours after being left out — and viewers are convinced something is seriously wrong inside her home. TikToker Julia (@juliaalexandra.22) posted the viral video, which now has more than…

MISSOURI — A Missouri mom says her family got the shock of their lives after opening a fresh bag of Walmart Great Value cheese puffs — only to discover a mysterious snake-like object coated in orange dust at the bottom. The viral TikTok has racked up more than a million views and triggered a wave…

FLORIDA — A Florida woman says she nearly died of embarrassment after wearing one of her dad’s shirts to the gym — only to find out “old men” were complimenting her because the back featured a huge plumber butt-crack joke. Her reaction, caught in a viral TikTok, has viewers howling. Content creator Tatum (@tatumluka) told…

MINNESOTA — A Minnesota hockey fan found himself trapped in the most bizarre “punishment” imaginable after losing a bet — spending the entire day inside a Minneapolis bar from open to close, drinking beer and taking shots to shave time off his sentence. What started as a lighthearted challenge quickly turned into a 17-hour endurance…

KANSAS — A Kansas woman who once claimed her NASA astronaut ex-wife hacked her bank account from the International Space Station has now pleaded guilty — confirming that the bizarre accusation at the center of a national scandal was a complete fabrication. Summer Worden, a former Air Force intelligence officer, admitted in court that she…

INDIANA — An Indiana body piercer has gone viral after publicly stating she was a minor working in a family-owned tattoo shop when she was left alone to perform a genital piercing she had never been trained to do. The piercer also says a client’s significantly older boyfriend made inappropriate comments throughout the appointment, raising…

WAUWATOSA, WISCONSIN – A late-night poker game inside an apartment already known to police for illegal gambling was violently interrupted when an armed intruder forced entry and opened fire, leaving several people injured and triggering a major investigation. Wauwatosa Police say officers responded just after 1 a.m. on November 12 to the Reserve at Wauwatosa…

WISCONSIN – A violent confrontation over something as small as a shed key has now escalated into a major felony case, with investigators alleging that a Burnett County man used brass knuckles to carry out a brutal assault that left the victim bleeding heavily on the ground. Deputies say 47-year-old Nicholas Morseth is now facing…

MADISON, WISCONSIN – A late-night shooting on Madison’s west side left one person hospitalized Sunday, prompting a large police response and a follow-up SWAT search the next day. Madison Police say the attack appears to have been targeted, not random. Victim Found Near Whitney Way With Non-Life-Threatening Gunshot Wound Police were called just after 10…

MEQUON, Wisconsin — Police say a coordinated South American crime group is responsible for a growing string of home burglaries in Mequon, with investigators confirming another break-in reported Monday morning, adding to a pattern that has now spread across southeastern Wisconsin. Police Say Burglars Are Operating in a Highly Organized Pattern According to new details…

STURTEVANT, Wisconsin — The Village of Sturtevant Police Department has officially closed its doors, ending all local law enforcement operations and transferring emergency response duties to the Racine County Sheriff’s Office, a move that caught many residents off guard and sparked hundreds of reactions online. Police Department Announces Sudden Closure at 6:15 A.M. Sunday The…

MADISON, Wisconsin — A man in his 20s is dead following a northside shooting Monday afternoon, according to the Madison Police Department, which has launched an active investigation and is urging residents with any information or video to come forward immediately. Victim Found Shot in Middle of the Road Near Warner Park The shooting was…

PALMYRA, Wisconsin — Village officials in Palmyra announced that they will no longer move forward with a proposed partnership with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after weeks of community concern, public debate, and growing criticism from immigrant-rights advocates. Village Leaders Say Community Input Drove the Decision In a statement posted on the village’s website,…

MEQUON, Wisconsin — Police in a Milwaukee suburb are warning residents to stay alert after investigators linked a series of luxury home burglaries to a South American crime group operating across Wisconsin and the United States. Authorities say the burglars are highly organized, move silently through wooded areas, and appear to target upscale homes when…

MANITOWOC COUNTY, Wisconsin — A coordinated drug interdiction operation involving multiple law enforcement agencies led to the seizure of more than 300 grams of illegal narcotics, several weapons, and drug paraphernalia across Manitowoc County, according to details released by the Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Office. Multi-Agency Task Force Targets Drug Trafficking Activity Authorities said the proactive…

MADISON, Wisconsin — Police at the University of Wisconsin–Madison are investigating a disturbing incident after multiple violent anti-enforcement posters showing an ICE agent shot in the head were found across campus this week. Officials say the imagery and message have raised concerns about escalating hostility and potential threats against federal authorities. Violent Poster Found on…

MADISON, WISCONSIN – A dangerous burst of reckless racing on the Madison Beltline led to a fiery multi-vehicle crash near Todd Drive, launching one car into westbound lanes and igniting it in flames, according to the Madison Police Department. The chaos shut down multiple lanes for hours as police and firefighters rushed to the scene….

MADISON, WISCONSIN – A new push at the Wisconsin State Capitol aims to make “grooming” a legally defined felony after a statewide investigation revealed more than 200 allegations of sexual misconduct and grooming involving teachers since 2018 — many of which were never publicly disclosed. The move comes after the CapTimes uncovered that dozens of…

TREVOR, WISCONSIN – Deputies in Kenosha County are urgently searching for a 29-year-old armed felon accused of firing a gunshot at a home late Sunday night, after allegedly holding another person at gunpoint during a heated dispute. The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office said the incident unfolded around 11:43 p.m. on November 16 in the 10400…

MADISON, WISCONSIN – Police on Madison’s west side have taken a person of interest into custody following a late-night shooting outside a business on South Whitney Way, an incident that sent one person to the hospital and sparked a large police response near a Taco Bell. Victim Found Outside Business With Gunshot Wound According to…

ANTIGO, WISCONSIN – Police in northern Wisconsin are investigating a restroom fire near a popular playground, after a good Samaritan rushed in and helped extinguish the flames before they spread further. The incident happened on November 2 at the Peaceful Valley Warming House near Castle Park, an area regularly used by families and children. Good…

MADISON, Wis. — A tragic vehicle fire along the southbound Highway 51 frontage road left one person dead Monday morning after the car reportedly crashed into a tree and burst into flames. Firefighters pulled the victim from the burning vehicle, but the individual was pronounced dead at the scene, according to officials. Firefighters Responded Within…

LEXINGTON, KY – Four people were taken to the hospital after a late-night hit-and-run crash in Lexington, and police are now searching for the driver who fled the scene. Crash Happened Just Before Midnight on Winchester Road According to Lexington Police, the collision occurred shortly before midnight on Nov. 16 along Winchester Road near New…

FRANKLIN, KY – A Nashville man is facing serious drug trafficking charges after Kentucky authorities say they found methamphetamine and fentanyl during a traffic stop last week. Troopers Stop Suspected Dealer Traveling on Interstate 65 According to the South Central Kentucky Drug Task Force, agents received information on Nov. 13 that 29-year-old Juarez Montgomery would…

LOUISVILLE, KY – Louisville city officials say several neighborhoods have seen a dramatic 62% drop in violent crime this year, crediting a targeted strategy that places trained “violence interrupters” directly inside high-risk areas to stop conflicts before they escalate. Mayor Says Intervention Strategy Is Delivering “Dramatic” Results Mayor Craig Greenberg announced the progress Monday while…

MAYSLICK, KY – What began as an urgent search for a missing 11-year-old child quickly escalated into a dangerously hostile situation when a Kentucky State Police helicopter was struck multiple times by a high-powered laser and gunfire. Authorities arrested two men accused of targeting the aircraft during the nighttime search operation. Helicopter Crew Hit by…

MAYSLICK, KENTUCKY — Two men are behind bars after a Kentucky State Police helicopter searching for a missing 11-year-old child was repeatedly struck by a powerful laser — and then shot at multiple times — in an attack investigators say could have ended in catastrophe. Helicopter Crew Hit by Laser While Searching for Missing Child…

MARATHON, FLORIDA — A Florida woman is behind bars after deputies say she threw a knife at her boyfriend’s head during a heated argument sparked by a $5 mobile payment he sent to another woman. Investigators say the confrontation quickly escalated into violence inside the couple’s home. Deputies Say a $5 Payment Triggered Violence Inside…

DAYTON, OHIO — An Ohio man who opened fire on a vehicle during what he claimed was a “scare” shot has been sentenced to life in prison with parole eligibility after 21 years, after the bullet killed a 26-year-old mother who was resting her head in her daughter’s lap as they left their overnight shift….

COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS — A Texas man who drove seven hours to confront his wife because he believed she was having an affair has been sentenced to life in prison for a killing prosecutors described as one of the most brutal domestic violence cases in recent memory. Investigators say the victim begged for her life…

ATASCOSA, TEXAS — Authorities in Texas are searching for an 18-year-old man accused of gunning down a 17-year-old girl outside a house party, then jumping into a pickup truck that ran over her body before speeding away. Deputies say the suspect has been on the loose for more than six weeks. Deputies Say Chaos Erupted…

RADFORD, VIRGINIA — A Virginia mother who admitted she waited hours to call 911 while her 2-year-old daughter lay dying from brutal injuries inflicted by her boyfriend has been sentenced to only 90 days in jail, a decision that has left many stunned and heartbroken. Prosecutors say the toddler, Harper Mitchell, endured horrifying abuse before…

CORINTH, NEW YORK — A child abuse investigation in upstate New York has resulted in the arrest of three individuals, including a woman and a minor accused of striking a victim with a “whip-like object,” causing significant bruising and injuries, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies Say Two Adults and a Minor Were…

WACO, TX – A Texas man’s alleged murder plot fell apart in astonishing fashion after authorities say he tried to recruit his friends for a ride because he needed gas money to carry out the killing. The intended target? The mother of his child’s new boyfriend — a plan investigators say he openly bragged about…

DAVENPORT, FL — Two Florida sisters are accused of attempting one of the boldest retail thefts deputies say they’ve seen in months — walking out of Target with nearly $2,500 in merchandise hidden beneath Target shopping bags, only to later insist they could “pay for it” once they were caught. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office…

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA — Prosecutors say two North Carolina men accused of robbing and murdering a beloved sandwich shop owner for just $100 are now also tied to a double killing that happened only weeks later. Court testimony this week has revealed a much wider pattern of violence than originally known. Beloved Shop Owner Shot…

LAKE CITY, FLORIDA — Two Florida teenagers will spend the rest of their lives in prison after a jury found them responsible for gunning down 12-year-old Mariah Smith, who was sitting on a couch inside her family’s home when the suspects sprayed the house with 25 bullets during a feud with her older brother. Prosecutors…

DETROIT, MICHIGAN — A Michigan mother is facing murder charges after authorities say she brutally beat her 14-year-old nonverbal daughter with autism, causing fatal head trauma so severe prosecutors compared it to injuries from a high-speed car crash. The teen, Kylee Clark, died five days later in a Detroit-area hospital, sparking outrage from family members…

OGLE COUNTY, ILLINOIS — A disturbing child murder case has concluded in Illinois after 38-year-old Sarah Safranek was sentenced for suffocating her 7-year-old son, following years of attempted smothering and chilling online searches about how to kill a child. Prosecutors say the boy, Nathaniel Burton, repeatedly told his grandmothers he feared his mother would take…

ANGOLA, INDIANA — An Indiana high school teacher is facing felony charges after two students mistakenly consumed THC-infused gummies she allegedly left “out in the open” inside her classroom. The students believed they were eating regular candy when the incident occurred during the final class period on Thursday, according to investigators. Students Ate THC Gummies…

ATLANTA, GEORGIA — A Georgia community is demanding answers after an off-duty Atlanta police officer allegedly shot a local rapper 17 times in the back, killing him during a confrontation outside a Buckhead bar. The shooting has sparked outrage among friends, family, and supporters who say the killing was unnecessary and “unbelievable.” Autopsy Reveals Rapper…

PEMISCOT COUNTY, MISSOURI — A horrific murder case is unfolding in Missouri after investigators say three men kidnapped, restrained, sexually assaulted, and murdered 18-year-old Kaniah Jennings, with one suspect texting another about “playing with a woman” before the attack. Detectives uncovered the messages and chilling eyewitness accounts in newly released court documents. Disturbing Text Messages…

TARENTUM, PENNSYLVANIA — Residents in Tarentum and Brackenridge woke up to disturbing scenes Saturday morning after dozens of Ku Klux Klan flyers were found scattered across multiple blocks, prompting an active police investigation and urgent calls for surveillance footage. Resident Finds Flyers Across Ninth Avenue and Alerts Authorities Morgan Huey, 25, said she discovered the…

PIKEVILLE, KENTUCKY — A major drug roundup in Pike County led to multiple arrests Friday as Pikeville Police launched a coordinated sweep targeting individuals accused of trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl. The operation, named “Initiis Novis” — Latin for “new beginnings” — marks one of the department’s most aggressive anti-drug efforts this year. Police Launch Countywide…

JACKSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY — A 25-year-old Richmond man is facing a long list of serious charges after deputies say he kidnapped a woman, sexually assaulted her, and pretended to be a Richmond police officer during a disturbing incident early Saturday morning in McKee. Deputies Respond After Reports of Woman in Distress The Jackson County Sheriff’s…

LETCHER COUNTY, KENTUCKY — The 18-year-old daughter of a former Kentucky sheriff charged with gunning down a district judge is speaking out online, calling out what she describes as harmful rumors, speculation, and “gossip” circulating about her family following the high-profile courthouse killing. Daughter of Shawn “Mickey” Stines Fires Back on TikTok Lila Stines, daughter…

RADCLIFF, KENTUCKY — A Hardin County couple has been accused of taking advantage of Kentucky veterans through a fraudulent organization that allegedly misused thousands of dollars in donations. The pair now faces a Class C felony after state officials shut down the operation earlier this year. Attorney General Shuts Down C & P Garage Over…

ALEXANDRIA, KENTUCKY — An intoxicated driver was arrested Friday afternoon after crashing into a Campbell County Schools bus carrying 12 students and a bus monitor in northern Kentucky. The dangerous collision happened on U.S. 27 South near Spillman Drive at around 2:28 p.m., authorities said. 12 Students and Bus Monitor on Board When Car Crashed…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A woman was shot and killed late Friday night in Louisville’s Russell neighborhood, triggering a homicide investigation and renewed calls for community assistance. The shooting occurred shortly after 10 p.m., when police responded to gunfire detected through ShotSpotter technology on West Madison Street. Officers Find Woman Shot After ShotSpotter Alerts Police The…

CARBONDALE, KANSAS — Four law enforcement officers were shot and injured Saturday morning after responding to a domestic violence call at a rural home south of Topeka. The suspected gunman, a 22-year-old man, was killed at the scene after exchanging gunfire with officers, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI). Gunfire Erupts Within Minutes…

NEW ALBANY, INDIANA — A man is dead after an early-morning shooting inside a southern Indiana apartment, where police say the incident involved a mother and her two adult sons. The shooting happened just outside New Albany and remains under investigation as authorities review evidence pointing toward potential self-defense. Deputies Respond to Early-Morning Shooting on…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — Two Hardin County business owners are facing serious charges after allegedly defrauding Kentucky veterans and misusing more than $125,000 in donated funds. State officials say the pair ran a so-called veterans support group that instead funneled money toward gambling, restaurants, and personal expenses. Owners of C & P Garage Indicted on Major…

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — A devastating child death investigation is unfolding in Milwaukee, where 3-year-old Da’Quarius Berry was found unresponsive and later died from severe internal injuries that authorities say were caused by “non-accidental trauma.” His mother, 34-year-old Zaquitta Joiner-Murphy, is now charged with child neglect, and investigators have ruled the boy’s death a homicide. Child…

SURING, WISCONSIN — Authorities in Oconto County are urging the public to help identify a suspect accused of identity theft after the individual allegedly used a victim’s personal information to withdraw cash from a local credit union. Officials say the incident happened in mid-October and remains under active investigation. Suspect Used Victim’s Identity to Withdraw…

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS — A violent weekend unfolded across Chicago as two people were killed and five others injured in a series of shootings spanning from late Friday evening into Saturday afternoon. Victims ranged in age from 15 to 55, according to Chicago police. First Fatal Shooting: Young Man Killed in Early-Morning Attack The first shooting…

APPLETON, WISCONSIN — A 21-year-old Little Chute woman is facing multiple felony charges after she allegedly ran over an Appleton police officer while officers were responding to a parking lot fight early Saturday morning. The incident unfolded around 2:40 a.m. near South Walnut and West Lawrence Street, leaving one officer injured and prompting a brief…

RACINE, WISCONSIN — Police in Racine have arrested three men connected to two violent gang-related homicides that occurred just days apart, leaving the community shaken and investigators pushing for more information. Police Arrest Three Men Tied to November 1 Killing The Racine Police Department confirmed that 26-year-old Isaiah McGlorn, 25-year-old Chihene Davis, and 24-year-old Zharon…

SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA — A 40-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot multiple times during an early-morning incident in Shakopee on Saturday. Police responded around 3 a.m. to a weapons complaint on Grove Drive, where they found the victim suffering from life-threatening injuries. Officers Find Man Shot Multiple Times on Grove Drive Shakopee police…

OAK CREEK, WISCONSIN — A statewide Silver Alert issued Saturday morning for 90-year-old Travis Adler was canceled after police confirmed he had been found safe, ending hours of concern across southeastern Wisconsin. The Oak Creek Police Department announced the update shortly after notifying the public that Adler had gone missing earlier in the day. Police…

STURTEVANT, WISCONSIN — The Village of Sturtevant Police Department will permanently close Sunday morning, ending decades of locally operated law-enforcement service for the village’s roughly 7,000 residents. The department confirmed it will shut down at 6:15 a.m., marking a full transfer of all policing responsibilities to the Racine County Sheriff’s Office. Village Officials Quietly Began…

HARVARD, ILLINOIS — Six weeks after the tragic discovery of Wisconsin newlyweds Brandon and Rachel Dumovich dead inside their car, investigators have confirmed the heartbreaking cause of death: a homicide-suicide. According to the Harvard Police Department, the couple were found with gunshot wounds to the head late on the night of October 6, less than…

VERSAILLES, KENTUCKY — The man who confessed to killing six-year-old Logan Tipton in his sleep nearly a decade ago has admitted to violating the conditions of his early release, according to state officials. Ronald Exantus, who was found not guilty by reason of insanity for Logan’s murder in 2015, confessed to the killing during trial…

JACKSONVILLE, ILLINOIS — Police in Jacksonville are asking for the public’s help identifying those responsible for a burglary at a local storage unit earlier this month that resulted in the theft of valuable tools and equipment. According to the Jacksonville Police Department, the burglary occurred sometime between 6 p.m. on November 3 and 9 a.m….

LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY — Students and staff at Lexington Universal Academy were safely evacuated Friday morning after a bomb threat prompted a large police response, authorities said. According to the Lexington Police Department, officers were dispatched around 9:45 a.m. to the 4500 block of Nicholasville Road following reports that the school had received a threatening message….

BOONE COUNTY, WEST VIRGINIA — A Kentucky businessman has been sentenced for his role in a years-long scheme to defraud the Boone County Schools system of more than $3.4 million through fake invoices and overbilling during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a statement from the U.S. Department of Justice, 65-year-old Jesse Marks of Rush, Kentucky,…

WICHITA, KANSAS — A 22-year-old Wichita man has been sentenced to more than 14 years in prison for multiple sex crimes involving a teenage runaway from Kentucky, prosecutors confirmed on Friday. Samuel Loredo was convicted on several charges, including criminal sodomy, indecent liberties with a child, aggravated interference with parental custody, and sexual exploitation of…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A woman was shot and killed Friday night in Louisville’s Russell neighborhood, prompting a homicide investigation and renewed concern about ongoing violence in the area. According to Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) spokesperson Dwight Mitchell, officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert around 10 p.m. in the 2600 block of West Madison Street….

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed that a Mexican national with a violent criminal history, who was allegedly assisted by a Wisconsin judge in evading arrest by immigration agents earlier this year, has been deported. Officials announced on Friday that 31-year-old Eduardo Flores-Ruiz was removed from the United States on…

MONROE COUNTY, WISCONSIN — A 26-year-old Minnesota man has been arrested and charged in Wisconsin with repeated sexual assault of a child after police uncovered explicit messages between him and a 12-year-old, according to Monroe County court documents. The suspect, identified as Jack Erdman of Rochester, is facing 18 felony counts that include repeated sexual…

MONONA, WISCONSIN — Two people were taken into custody Thursday night after Monona police discovered them in a stolen vehicle with two children inside, according to a police report. Authorities said the incident unfolded when officers located a suspicious vehicle and approached it, finding an adult male driver, a woman, and two young children inside….

POLK COUNTY, WISCONSIN — A 33-year-old man from Luck, Wisconsin has been charged with child enticement and exposing a child to harmful materials, following a law enforcement investigation that revealed he allegedly sent nude photos to a juvenile and attempted to meet the minor with sexual intent. According to a criminal complaint filed in Polk…

SALEM LAKES, WISCONSIN — Federal immigration officials have issued an ICE detainer for a 45-year-old man living illegally in the U.S., who was arrested in Wisconsin this week on 10 counts of child pornography possession following multiple cyber tips about online distribution of child sexual abuse material. According to the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office, Julio…

MEQUON, WISCONSIN — Police in Mequon say a highly organized South American crime group is responsible for a string of high-end burglaries in southeastern Wisconsin, warning residents to stay vigilant and activate home alarms even during short absences. Trail cameras captured the suspects creeping through wooded areas, wearing gloves, backpacks, and face coverings as they…

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — A series of coordinated police raids in Milwaukee has led to the arrest of one suspect and the seizure of dangerous drugs and firearms connected to a July fatal overdose in Washington County. Authorities say another suspect remains at large. According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, two tactical operations were carried…

RACINE, WISCONSIN — Police have arrested three men in connection with a fatal shooting earlier this month that investigators believe sparked a retaliatory killing two days later in Racine. Authorities say both crimes may be tied to gang activity in the area. According to the Racine Police Department, the suspects — 26-year-old Isaiah McGlorn, 25-year-old…

INKSTER, MICHIGAN — A 21-year-old man from Inkster is facing felony charges in Oakland County after authorities say he used counterfeit $100 bills to pay for pizza orders, collected the change, and then never retrieved the food. According to investigators, the suspect placed several delivery orders from local pizza shops, allegedly paying each time with…

BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA — Deputies in East Baton Rouge Parish have arrested a 32-year-old woman after an investigation revealed she allegedly engaged in sexual activity with a 13-year-old boy on more than one occasion. According to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, Megan Moton, 32, was taken into custody following an extensive investigation that…

MADISON, WISCONSIN — Police at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have launched an investigation after a graphic poster encouraging violence against ICE agents appeared on campus this week — showing a figure with “ICE” written on their vest being shot in the head under the caption, “Speak their language.” The disturbing image was first spotted by…

HARVARD, ILLINOIS — The deaths of a Wisconsin couple found in a parked vehicle in northern Illinois last month have been officially ruled a murder-suicide, according to investigators with the Harvard Police Department and McHenry County Coroner’s Office. Police identified the deceased as Rachel Dumovich, 29, and Brandon Dumovich, 30, both of Sharon, Wisconsin. Authorities…

SHAWANO COUNTY, WISCONSIN — A homicide investigation is underway in Shawano County after a 67-year-old man was found dead on rural hunting property west of Tigerton, authorities confirmed. Deputies with the Shawano County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call around 9:15 p.m. Wednesday on County Road M in the Town of Germania, after a man…

MARSHALL, WISCONSIN — A violent attack in the village of Marshall left one person hospitalized and two suspects behind bars on attempted homicide charges, according to local authorities. Police responded late Wednesday night to reports of a disturbance on Blue Spruce Lane, where they found a victim suffering from multiple stab wounds and severe blunt-force…

NICHOLASVILLE, KENTUCKY — A 56-year-old Nicholasville man was arrested Thursday morning after allegedly crashing into a police car during a domestic dispute and briefly causing a nearby high school to secure its campus, according to police. The Nicholasville Police Department (NPD) said officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Maple Leaf Lane around 10:40…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — Medical experts are raising alarms as a growing number of Kentucky children are being hospitalized after accidentally consuming marijuana edibles disguised as candy or snacks, according to testimony shared with state lawmakers this week. The Child Fatality and Near Fatality External Review Panel reported a significant increase in both fatal and near-fatal…

INDIANA — The Indiana State Police are debuting a bold new look on highways this week with the rollout of newly upgraded patrol vehicles — a mix of Dodge Durangos and Ford Mustangs designed to blend retro inspiration with modern performance. According to officials, the fleet refresh pays homage to ISP’s classic 1960s color scheme,…

FRANKLIN COUNTY, KENTUCKY — A 56-year-old Kentucky man is facing DUI and vehicular homicide charges after a deadly collision that killed a motorcyclist Wednesday afternoon in Franklin County, according to court documents. Deputies said the crash occurred just before 4 p.m. on U.S. 127 near Steele Branch Road, close to a BP gas station. Motorcyclist…

VINE GROVE, KENTUCKY — The City of Vine Grove is ramping up its security efforts at Optimist Park after a string of vandalism incidents caused thousands of dollars in damage and ongoing safety concerns. City leaders say vandals have repeatedly damaged playground equipment, defaced bathrooms, and torn up grassy areas with cars doing donuts. Officials…

NEW ALBANY, INDIANA — Another suspect has been sentenced in the 2024 Harvest Homecoming festival shooting that claimed the life of 18-year-old Bryce Gerlach and injured two others during the crowded fall event. According to Floyd County prosecutors, Shermichael Smith was sentenced Thursday to nine years in prison for his role in the deadly shooting…

HORSE CAVE, KENTUCKY – A Kentucky man is facing a long list of charges after police say he sped through town at nearly 100 miles per hour on a motorcycle, weaving through traffic before finally pulling over and admitting he was trying to escape. The Late-Night Chase in Horse Cave According to a Kentucky State…

PARIS, KENTUCKY — A Bourbon County man is behind bars after a violent domestic incident in which he allegedly threatened his mother with a knife, barricaded himself in a basement, set a fire, and swung a sword at police officers who responded to the scene. According to an arrest citation from the Paris Police Department,…

LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY — A pedestrian was rushed to the hospital in critical condition Wednesday evening after being struck by a pickup truck along Dixie Highway near Valley Station, according to Louisville Metro Police (LMPD). The crash happened around 7 p.m. at the intersection of Dixie Highway and West Blevins Gap Road, just outside the Valley…

AUSTIN, TEXAS — A tense three-hour SWAT standoff unfolded Wednesday at an apartment complex in northwest Austin after a man with a felony warrant for family violence barricaded himself inside his ex-girlfriend’s home and threatened to blow up the building. According to the Austin Police Department (APD), the incident began just after 11 a.m. at…

WINNECONNE, WISCONSIN — What began as a welfare check for a mother who failed to pick up her child turned into a major drug bust this week, as police uncovered a makeshift crack cocaine lab inside a Winneconne rental unit. According to the Winneconne Police Department, officers were called to an address in the village…

OUTAGAMIE COUNTY, WISCONSIN — Four adults, including a father and stepmother, have been arrested in what investigators are calling one of the most disturbing child neglect cases in Wisconsin in recent memory. According to Oneida Police and court documents, a 14-year-old girl weighing just 35 pounds was rescued from her father’s home in the Town…

WISCONSIN — When a prison built in the 1800s is still housing people in 2025 with crumbling infrastructure and inhumane conditions, one thing becomes clear — the system is broken. Wisconsin’s prisons have been in crisis for decades. This year, Governor Tony Evers took the first small step toward change, earning bipartisan approval to overhaul…

WAUWATOSA, WISCONSIN — Authorities are investigating an early-morning shooting at a Wauwatosa apartment complex after an armed intruder forced entry and opened fire, injuring three people, police confirmed Wednesday. Officers with the Wauwatosa Police Department responded just after 1:30 a.m. to the Reserve Apartments near 61st and State Streets following multiple reports of gunfire. Gunfire…

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN — A 17-year-old Milwaukee teen described by a judge as a “serial rapist” has been sentenced to 35 years in prison, followed by 20 years of extended supervision, for a string of violent sexual assaults that left victims traumatized and the community shaken. The convicted teen, Tremonte Kirk, pleaded guilty in September to…

EAU CLAIRE, WISCONSIN — Police say three Minneapolis residents were arrested after investigators linked them to a multi-state retail theft ring that allegedly stole more than $150,000 in merchandise from stores across Wisconsin and Minnesota. According to the Eau Claire Police Department (ECPD), the break in the case came when Scheels employees recognized one of…

UNION, KENTUCKY — A 19-year-old man from Union was arrested after Boone County Sheriff’s deputies and SWAT officers executed a search warrant at his home and discovered drugs, loaded firearms, and THC products within reach of an infant, officials confirmed. Deputies with the Boone County Crime Suppression Unit and SWAT team carried out the raid…

MOREHEAD, KENTUCKY — A 25-year-old man from Morehead who was wanted for criminal abuse and bail jumping has been captured in New Hampshire, according to authorities. The Kentucky State Police (KSP) announced Wednesday morning that Jeremiah Frend had been located after being on the run from multiple charges. Fugitive Arrested in Lebanon, New Hampshire Deputies…

WAYNE COUNTY, KENTUCKY — A Wayne County mother has been arrested and charged after two young children were hospitalized with multiple injuries, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said they were called to the Wayne County Hospital Emergency Room on Monday night after doctors reported signs of suspected child abuse. Medical staff told…

COVINGTON, KENTUCKY — A 42-year-old man has been arrested after a stabbing at Bob’s Food Mart left another man critically injured Wednesday evening, according to the Covington Police Department. Police said the incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. at the neighborhood store. Responding officers found an adult male suffering from a stab wound to the abdomen,…

BARDSTOWN, KENTUCKY — The Kentucky State Police Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that took place Monday afternoon in Nelson County, after a domestic call escalated into a vehicle pursuit and gunfire exchange. According to state police, the incident began around 3:45 p.m. EST when a man called 911 to…

BELOIT, WISCONSIN — Police in Beloit arrested three suspects in connection with separate gunfire incidents that unfolded over the course of three days, underscoring the department’s growing concern about recurring violence in the community. According to the Beloit Police Department, no one was injured in any of the shootings, but authorities emphasized that each call…

KENTUCKY — The Kentucky State Police (KSP) are reminding drivers about the state’s “Move Over” law following two recent roadside crashes involving emergency vehicles — one of which left a first responder hospitalized. According to the National Safety Council, an average of 198 people die each year in crashes involving emergency vehicles across the United…

PARIS, KENTUCKY — A 39-year-old man from Bourbon County has been arrested after he allegedly set fire to his home’s basement and swung a sword at police officers during a violent standoff in Paris on Tuesday afternoon, according to court documents. The suspect, identified as Justin Wade, is facing multiple felony charges, including first-degree arson,…

WEST BABYLON, NEW YORK — A 17-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder after allegedly stabbing 15-year-old Liam Delemo to death during a massive house party that drew nearly 100 teenagers, according to the Suffolk County Police Department. The deadly altercation occurred on November 3 at a home in West Babylon, where…

SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA — A chilling new testimony has revealed that Tushar Atre, a wealthy tech and cannabis entrepreneur kidnapped and murdered in 2019, allegedly created a hostile work environment that fueled deep resentment among employees — some of whom later plotted his brutal killing. According to courtroom testimony, one of Atre’s accused killers, Kaleb…

MORENCI, MICHIGAN — A Michigan man whose three sons mysteriously vanished in 2010 is set to walk free later this month — despite the boys never being found alive. John Skelton, 53, was convicted in 2011 of wrongful imprisonment for refusing to return his children to their mother after Thanksgiving weekend. His sons — Andrew,…

BECKER, MINNESOTA — A 35-year-old Minnesota man will spend less than a year behind bars after authorities say he failed to stop and help his girlfriend, who died after leaping from his moving truck during an argument earlier this year. Judge Walter M. Kaminsky sentenced Johnathan James Schafer to 364 days in jail — with…

ALBANY, GEORGIA — A 22-year-old mother has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder after her 7-month-old baby died inside a hot car outside the Kia dealership where she worked, according to investigators. Authorities said Nyla Simmons left her infant unattended inside her vehicle while she was at work at the Kia Automotive Dealership on…

WEIRTON, WEST VIRGINIA — A 36-year-old tenant has been sentenced to one to five years in prison after prosecutors say he shook a scaffolding in anger, causing his landlord to fall and suffer serious injuries during a heated dispute over loud music and singing. Authorities said Michael Besozzi II was convicted of unlawful assault after…

MONTICELLO, KENTUCKY — A 36-year-old inmate who briefly escaped from the Wayne County Jail was back in custody just four minutes later, according to the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies identified the inmate as Shane Cooney of Monticello, who had just appeared in Wayne County District Court on charges of burglary, theft, and criminal mischief…

ONEIDA, WISCONSIN — Three adults have been charged with multiple counts of child neglect after authorities discovered a 14-year-old girl weighing just 35 pounds and described as being “close to death” inside a home in Outagamie County, prosecutors announced Tuesday. Those charged include Walter Goodman, the girl’s father, along with Savanna LeFever and Kayla Stemler,…

FOND DU LAC, WISCONSIN — A Wisconsin man has been found guilty of arson after setting fire to a congressman’s office in protest of the nationwide TikTok ban, prosecutors announced Tuesday. According to Fond du Lac County District Attorney Eric Toney, Caiden Stachowicz entered a no contest plea to one count of arson, a Class…

FOND DU LAC, WISCONSIN — A 41-year-old teacher’s aide at a Fond du Lac Christian school has been arrested and charged after investigators say she engaged in a sexual relationship with a teen boy she began grooming when he was 12 years old. The suspect, identified as Stephanie Jensen, was employed at Faith Lutheran School,…

BARABOO, WISCONSIN — A 53-year-old man has been arrested after investigators reportedly found child pornography during a search of his Baraboo home, according to the Baraboo Police Department. Authorities identified the suspect as Bert Green, who was taken into custody on Tuesday following a search conducted in the 1200 block of Silver Drive by the…

CHIPPEWA FALLS, WISCONSIN — Two people were taken into custody following reports of gunfire in downtown Chippewa Falls late Monday night, according to the Chippewa Falls Police Department. Officers responded around 11:13 p.m. after receiving several 911 calls about possible shots fired in the city’s downtown business district. When they arrived, police found two individuals…

MADISON, WISCONSIN — A proposed Wisconsin bill that would require mandatory minimum prison sentences for people convicted of human or child trafficking is advancing through the state legislature — but attorneys and victim advocates warn it could have unintended and harmful consequences for trafficking survivors themselves. The legislation would require judges to sentence anyone convicted…

CLARK COUNTY, KENTUCKY — The first significant snowfall of the season left drivers across Kentucky facing treacherous conditions this week, with icy roads leading to dozens of crashes and renewed concerns about road treatment readiness. According to Lexington police, more than 70 crashes were reported Monday evening as snow transitioned into ice across the region….

BARDSTOWN, KENTUCKY — A 37-year-old Bardstown man was killed Monday afternoon after allegedly ramming a deputy’s cruiser and opening fire on officers during a pursuit in Nelson County, according to the Kentucky State Police (KSP). Authorities identified the man as Terry Carney Jr., who reportedly began shooting outside his father’s home before leading deputies on…

MURRAY, KENTUCKY — A traveling veterinarian already facing legal trouble in Florida has been accused of sexually assaulting a juvenile in western Kentucky, according to the Murray Police Department and the FBI. Officials said Gregory Ford was identified as a suspect after federal agents discovered a second victim in Murray while investigating his prior sexual…

DAWSON SPRINGS, KENTUCKY — A western Kentucky school district has confirmed that two elementary school girls were caught with a handwritten “kill list” on campus, prompting swift disciplinary action and a full investigation, according to the Dawson Springs Independent School System. District officials said the discovery was made Monday after a teacher noticed the list…

NELSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY — A 37-year-old Bardstown man died Monday afternoon after a vehicle chase and exchange of gunfire with Nelson County sheriff’s deputies, according to the Kentucky State Police (KSP). Authorities identified the man as Terry Carney Jr., who allegedly fired his weapon after a pursuit that began when deputies responded to reports of…

BOWLING GREEN, KENTUCKY — Sixty-four members of the Kentucky State Police (KSP) have been promoted into new leadership roles, from sergeant to major, during a ceremony that honored their service, professionalism, and commitment to protecting communities across the state. The event was led by Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman and KSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett Jr., who…

UNION, KENTUCKY — A SWAT team and Boone County Sheriff’s deputies were called to a Northern Kentucky subdivision on Tuesday afternoon to carry out a search warrant, authorities confirmed. The operation began around 3:30 p.m. on Station Lane in Union, initially reported by Boone County Dispatch as taking place in the Triple Crown neighborhood. Officials…