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Crime 2 days ago

Teen who shared cabin with Anna Kepner faces federal scrutiny in cruise ship death

The stepbrother of Florida teenager Anna Kepner appeared in federal court as the FBI continues to investigate her death aboard Carnival cruise ship in international waters.

Minnesota 3 days ago

Trump defends Minneapolis federal enforcement, says crime plunged after ‘thousands of criminals’ removed

President Trump claims crime has dropped as much as 30% in Minneapolis after federal agents removed thousands of "hardened criminals" from the city.

Turning Point USA February 2

Turning Point USA launches rival halftime show with star-studded lineup as NFL faces Super Bowl backlash

Turning Point USA will offer an alternative Super Bowl halftime show featuring Kid Rock, Brantley Gilbert, Lee Brice and Gabby Barrett on February 8.

U.S. February 1

Florida Airbnb host arrested after alleged lewd act with vacuum at Disney-area resort community

Vacation rental host Kevin Westerhold charged with indecent exposure after residents reported inappropriate conduct at Windsor Hills Resort near Disney.

Wild Nature February 1

Escaped kangaroo blocks Virginia highway after being chased by hunting dogs, officials say

A kangaroo blocked traffic on a Virginia highway on Saturday before deputies safely captured the injured marsupial and returned it to its owner.

Homeland Security January 31

Noem touts TSA success after thousands with terror links barred from flights at major US airport

TSA officers stopped tens of thousands of terror-linked travelers from flying and seized dozens of loaded firearms at Miami International Airport over the last year, according to Noem.

US protests January 30

Left-wing activists storming synagogue use knee pads, adult diaper to mock Dem congressman over ICE vote

Viral video shows protesters disrupting Rep. Tom Suozzi at Long Island temple over ICE funding vote, using crude props and profane insults during event.

World January 30

Trump scores strategic win as Panama court ousts Hong Kong firm from canal ports

Panama's Supreme Court struck down a Hong Kong company's port operations near Panama Canal amid constitutional concerns. U.S. Secretary of State Rubio calls the decision encouraging.

Puerto Rico January 30

Woman demands justice after masked gunmen ambushed vehicle in Puerto Rico, killing her fiancé

A tourist couple was allegedly ambushed by a dozen masked gunmen in Puerto Rico. The shooting left a DuPont chemist dead and a fiancée wounded and demanding justice.

JD Vance January 25

JD Vance shares ‘crazy' story of ICE and CBP officers being mobbed in Minneapolis

JD Vance said off-duty ICE and CBP officers were doxxed, mobbed and trapped in a Minneapolis restaurant, blaming local leaders for refusing to cooperate with immigration enforcement.

Israel January 25

Israel announces limited reopening of Rafah Crossing under Trump’s 20-point plan

Netanyahu agrees to reopen Gaza's Rafah crossing under President Trump's 20-point peace plan, pending the recovery of the final Israeli hostage.

Sharks January 24

Boy, 12, dies after shark attack while swimming at popular cliff-jumping spot: 'We are heartbroken'

Nico Antic, 12, died from injuries after a shark attack at Sydney Harbour's Jump Rock. Friends heroically pulled him to safety after the attack.

Kash Patel January 23

FBI Director Kash Patel hails transfer of Most Wanted fugitive Alejandro Rosales Castillo after Mexico arrest

Alejandro Castillo, accused of murdering coworker "Sandy" Ly Le in 2016, was transferred to Charlotte after his arrest in Mexico after a yearslong manhunt.

Connecticut January 23

Brazilian man pleads guilty after biting, spitting on ICE officers in Hartford arrest: prosecutors

Brazilian national pleads guilty to assault on a federal officer after biting and spitting on ICE officers during Hartford arrest, according to federal prosecutors.

Homeland Security January 18

Viral video shows ICE agent telling agitators they're disrupting arrest of child sex offender in Minnesota

Viral video shows alleged interference with ICE operation targeting suspected child sex offender in Minnesota. Federal agents confronted by protesters.

World January 18

Deadly high-speed train derailment kills 39, injures 100 more in Spain: report

Deadly train derailment in Spain kills at least 39 people and injures about 100 others when high-speed train crashes near Córdoba in southern Spain on Sunday.

Nancy Pelosi January 18

Nancy Pelosi faces social media backlash over behavior at Bob Weir tribute event

Self-proclaimed "Deadhead" and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi draws criticism for her demeanor and outfit choice while speaking at Bob Weir's memorial celebration in San Francisco.

Immigration January 16

Noem declares America's border 'most secure' in nation's history under Trump administration

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem declares America's border the 'most secure' in history as Trump administration helps achieve eighth straight month of zero parole releases.

Minneapolis-St. Paul January 16

ICE releases photos after violent Minneapolis protests leave multiple alleged agitators arrested

ICE released photos of four alleged agitators arrested on federal charges during Minneapolis protests outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building Thursday.

Los Angeles January 11

U-Haul truck drives through Iran protest crowd in Los Angeles, one person struck and driver detained

U-Haul truck reportedly drives through Iran protest crowd in Los Angeles, striking one person near Federal Building in Westwood. Driver detained by LAPD.

Minnesota January 11

Wild video shows federal agents detaining 2 men at Minnesota gas station as agitators gather

Dramatic video shows two men being taken into custody by federal agents at a Minnesota gas station. One man was drug out of his car and thrown to the ground.

U.S. January 10

Mississippi man charged with murder after 6 killed in overnight shootings, including 7-year-old

Mississippi man facing murder charges after allegedly killing six people, including four family members, in shootings across three locations in Cedarbluff.

U.S. January 9

Preliminary autopsy reveals possible cause of death for missing 4-year-old Alabama boy Johnathan Boley

Preliminary autopsy findings reveal possible cause of death for 4-year-old Johnathan Boley who disappeared on New Year's Eve in rural Alabama community.

Donald Trump January 9

Trump wears 'happy Trump' pin alongside American flag during White House oil executive meeting

President Trump wore a unique "happy Trump" lapel pin alongside his American flag pin while hosting oil executives at the White House Friday afternoon.

Kamala Harris January 3

Kamala Harris blasts Trump administration’s capture of Venezuela’s Maduro as ‘unlawful and unwise’

Kamala Harris condemns Trump's capture of Venezuelan dictator Maduro as "unlawful and unwise," warning of potential chaos and questioning oil motives.

World January 3

Maduro capture echoes Noriega takedown that used rock music as psychological warfare against dictator

Nicolás Maduro's capture in Venezuela draws striking parallels to the dramatic 1989 U.S. operation that brought down Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega.

Second Amendment January 2

US appeals court strikes down California's open-carry ban in major Second Amendment ruling

A federal appeals court struck down California's open-carry ban affecting 95% of state residents, ruling the restrictions violate Second Amendment rights.

Homeland Security January 2

Off-duty ICE agent takes down armed man firing rifle at LA apartment complex

Off-duty ICE agent confronted armed neighbor firing rifle shots into the air at Los Angeles apartment complex on New Year's Eve, fatally shooting the gunman.

Tim Walz December 28

Tim Walz pushes back on Minnesota fraud allegations following viral daycare video

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz defends his administration's fraud oversight after viral video by independent journalist Nick Shirley raises questions about childcare facilities in Minneapolis.

Homeland Security December 28

ICE delivers 'greatest gift of all' with Christmas arrests of convicted criminals across multiple states

DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin praised ICE agents who arrested "gang members, murderers, drug traffickers" on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.