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3 Men Found Dead in Rural Community

Authorities charged a Big Island man after three deaths shocked a rural community known for its independent lifestyle. PĀHOA, Hawaii — A Hawaii man has been charged with murder after three men were found dead in separate locations across a rural Big Island community, triggering a large-scale manhunt and leaving residents searching for answers. Authorities identified the suspect as Jacob Daniel Baker, 36. Police arrested Baker on May 28 after a dayslong search in the …

Baby Girl Dies Days After Hand-Shaped Bruise Appears

A Santa Clara County jury found the man guilty of murder after medical evidence showed the child died from severe blunt force trauma. SAN JOSE, Calif. — A California man has been sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for the murder of his 8-month-old daughter after prosecutors said a powerful blow to the infant’s face caused fatal brain injuries and left a hand-shaped bruise that became a key piece of evidence in the …

Man Shot His Wife in the Head, Then Killed Two More Sleeping Victims

A federal judge imposed more than 15 years in prison after a defendant admitted killing his wife, stepson and his stepson’s girlfriend in 2025. BILLINGS, Mont. — A 74-year-old Montana man who admitted shooting and killing his wife, stepson and his stepson’s girlfriend inside a home in September 2025 was sentenced this week to 15 years and six months in federal prison, bringing a close to a case that shocked family members and drew debate …

Woman Pushed Little Boy Who Can’t Swim Into Hotel Pool’s Deep End

Police say a 7-year-old who could not swim was pushed into a hotel pool’s deep end during a weekend incident in Sedalia. SEDALIA, Mo. — A Missouri woman is facing child abuse and child endangerment charges after authorities said she deliberately pushed a 7-year-old boy into the deep end of a hotel swimming pool, despite the child being unable to swim. The incident occurred Saturday at an indoor hotel pool in Sedalia, according to court …

Amazon Worker Gunned Down at Fulfillment Center

Minnesota case stemmed from a dispute over a missing flashlight attached to a firearm. LAKEVILLE, Minn. — A former Amazon fulfillment center employee has been sentenced to more than 10 years in prison after pleading guilty in the fatal shooting of a co-worker during a dispute over a missing flashlight attachment on a gun in a company parking lot. Authorities said the case ended with a guilty plea to second-degree murder without intent in the …

Missing 8-Year-Old Found Inside McDonald’s After Kidnapping Alert

Authorities arrested a 51-year-old man after a multistate search ended at a restaurant in Nebraska. OMAHA, Neb. — An 8-year-old Iowa boy reported missing Sunday morning was found safe several hours later inside a McDonald’s in Omaha, where police arrested a 51-year-old man who was the subject of a nationwide kidnapping warrant. Authorities said the search began in western Iowa and quickly expanded into Nebraska after investigators determined the child and suspect may have crossed …

Teen NBA Fan Dies After Celebration Accident

Authorities said the 17-year-old suffered severe head injuries after falling from a moving vehicle during postgame celebrations. SAN ANTONIO, Texas — A 17-year-old San Antonio Spurs fan died after suffering catastrophic head injuries during celebrations following a playoff victory, authorities and family members said. The teenager, identified as Jose “Joey” Rodriguez, was injured after falling from a moving vehicle during postgame festivities in the city. Rodriguez’s death has drawn attention across San Antonio as residents …

Drunk Husband Allegedly Rips Home Apart With Excavator

Authorities said the home’s structure was heavily damaged after a domestic dispute in Butler County. BUTLER COUNTY, Pa. — A Pennsylvania man is facing multiple criminal charges after authorities said he used an excavator to tear apart a large section of his family home following an argument with his wife, causing damage severe enough to raise concerns about the building’s structural stability. Investigators said the incident occurred after a dispute between 48-year-old Eric Pierwsza and …

Woman Stabbed to Death on Train

The fatal attack at Oakland City Station prompted a temporary service disruption and a swift arrest. ATLANTA, Ga. — A woman was stabbed to death Saturday afternoon at Atlanta’s Oakland City MARTA Station, and transit police quickly arrested a suspect at the scene, authorities said. The attack occurred shortly after noon and left the victim dead despite emergency medical efforts. MARTA officials described the incident as a senseless act of violence and said investigators were …

Skydiver Killed, Another Critically Hurt in Tragic Incident

Authorities are investigating a fatal parachute collision that injured a second experienced skydiver during a scheduled jump operation. RITZVILLE, Wash. — A skydiver died and another was seriously injured after the two collided in midair during a group jump in eastern Washington on May 24, authorities said. The accident happened during a scheduled skydiving operation involving 11 participants near the West Plains Skydiving facility. Investigators say the collision occurred during the descent phase of the …