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Whistleblower complaint alleges DOGE uploaded all Social Security numbers to an unsecured server
A Social Security Administration office in suburban Detroit. Jim West/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — A whistleblower complaint filed on Tuesday alleges that the Department of Government Efficiency uploaded a copy of all federal Social [Read More…]
Officer killed during police pursuit after suspect intentionally strikes him: Police
Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KANSAS CITY, Kan.) — A 26-year-old Kansas police officer was killed when police say a suspect intentionally plowed into him while fleeing authorities during a pursuit. Kansas City, Kansas, Police Officer [Read More…]
14 arrested in largest Home Depot theft ring ever, officials say
Ventura County Sheriff Office (VENTURA COUNTY, Calif.) — Authorities in Southern California announced Tuesday the arrest of 14 people accused of running what they called the largest organized retail theft operation targeting Home Depot in [Read More…]
University of Georgia pauses pledging for Sigma Chi fraternity amid investigation into alleged hazing
Jeffrey Greenberg/Universal Images Group via Getty Images (ATHENS, Ga.) — The University of Georgia has paused pledging for one of its fraternities amid an investigation into alleged hazing off-campus. The university said it is conducting [Read More…]
What’s next for Lyle and Erik Menendez after they were both denied parole?
This combination of two booking photos provided by the California Department of Corrections shows Erik Menendez, left, and Lyle Menendez. Photo Credit: CDCR (NEW YORK) — Lyle and Erik Menendez have been behind bars for 35 [Read More…]
Firefighter dies battling 1 of multiple wildfires in the West
A firefighting helicopter crew drops water on the Flat Fire, Aug. 24, 2023, in Central Oregon. /Oregon Department of Forestry (NEW YORK) — A veteran firefighter has died while battling one of multiple major wildfires [Read More…]
Attorneys for former special counsel Jack Smith hit back at ‘unfounded’ watchdog probe
Former special counsel Jack Smith. Drew Angerer/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Attorneys representing former special counsel Jack Smith hit back Tuesday at reports of a recently announced watchdog investigation into his prosecutions of President Donald Trump, describing the [Read More…]
Civilians jump into creek to rescue ride-share driver from sinking car: Police
Two good Samaritans are being hailed as heroes after they dove into a creek in Isle of Palms, South Carolina, to pull a rideshare driver from his vehicle when he drove into the water. Isle [Read More…]
Fall 2025 forecast: What to know as most of US set for a warmer fall
The U.S. Capitol is surrounded by colorful leaves on trees during a warm, fall day on November 7, 2023 in Washington DC. Kevin Carter/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — The latest fall season outlook by the [Read More…]
Search for missing 7-month-old continues after parents arrested for murder: Sheriff
San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (SAN BERNADINO COUNTY, CA) — Officials in California continue to search for the remains of Emmanuel Haro, the 7-month-old child who has been missing for nearly two weeks, after his [Read More…]
Some FEMA staff warn that Trump cuts may weaken disaster response
Kevin Carter/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — On the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employees on Monday warned Congress that the Trump administration’s changes and leadership at the agency could harm the [Read More…]
17-year-old boy drowns during high surf conditions at New Hampshire beach: Officials
WMUR (HAMPTON BEACH, NH) — A 17-year-old boy drowned during high surf conditions in New Hampshire after lifeguards had left the beach for the day, according to local officials. The teenager was swimming with relatives [Read More…]
Kilmar Abrego Garcia detained at ICE office in Maryland
Brett Carlsen/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Kilmar Abrego Garcia was taken into immigration custody after checking in with Immigration and Customs Enforcement at its office in Baltimore on Monday morning, his attorney announced. Abrego Garcia was [Read More…]
14-year-old arrested in shooting that sparked panic at Kentucky high school football game
Jeremy Hogan/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — A 14-year-old boy was arrested after he allegedly sparked panic by opening fire near a high school football game in Kentucky, causing players to run off the field to [Read More…]
SpaceX scrubs 10th flight test of Starship moments before it was set to launch
Brandon Bell/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — SpaceX announced it was canceling the 10th launch of the Starship moments before the flight was set to begin. “Standing down from today’s tenth flight of Starship to allow [Read More…]
Villanova University targeted in 2nd false active shooter report in 4 days
Mitchell Layton/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — For the second time in less than a week, Villanova University was the scene of an active shooter hoax report on Sunday, prompting police to clear buildings at the [Read More…]
Mandatory evacuation remains in effect as fire from Louisiana plant explosion continues to burn
Patrick Little Jr/Anadolu via Getty Images (NEW YORK) — A fire at plant in Louisiana continues to burn and an evacuation order within a 1-mile radius of the facility remains in place following an explosion [Read More…]
5 shot, 1 fatally, as multiple gunmen open fire in New York City park: NYPD
WABC (NEW YORK) — A man was killed and four other people were injured when gunfire broke out on Saturday night at a New York City park where a large crowd had gathered for a [Read More…]
California wine country wildfire surpasses 6,500 acres, mandatory evacuations ordered
Stephen Lam/San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images (LOS ANGELES) — A fast-spreading wildfire in California’s wine country prompted mandatory evacuation orders as firefighters continued to battle the blaze from the ground and air on Sunday. [Read More…]
Powerball jackpot climbs to estimated $750 million, 10th largest drawing, for Monday
Jay L. Clendenin / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images (NEW YORK) – The Powerball jackpot is expected to climb to $750 million for Monday’s drawing, a prize that ranks as the 10th largest in [Read More…]