DC violent crime dips 35% in 2024, reaches 30-year low: US Attorney
Violent crime in Washington, D.C., has seen a 35% decline in 2024 compared to 2023, and violent crime in the district is now at a 30-year low.
Projectile from Yemen strikes near Tel Aviv, injuring more than a dozen: officials
A projectile launched into Israel from Yemen overnight struck Tel Aviv, leading to 16 people suffering mild injuries, according to Israeli officials.
Florida man berated, physically abused child for nearly 30 minutes over missing couch cushion: deputies
A Florida man is facing child abuse charges after he allegedly screamed obscenities and physically abused a child over a missing couch cushion.
Shooting at pop-up party in Houston leaves 2 teenagers dead, others wounded: police
A shooting in Houston, Texas, left a pair of teenagers dead and three others wounded after a pop-up party at a makeshift club Saturday night.
Gov. Phil Murphy signs law prohibiting book bans, making New Jersey the latest state to do so
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law to prohibit public libraries and school libraries from banning books and protect librarians who follow the law against liability.
Mysterious drone sightings continue to be reported in New Jersey without answers
Mysterious drones continue to be reported flying overhead in New Jersey, as residents remain puzzled as to why there has been an uptick in drone sightings.
South Korean president apologizes for declaring martial law ahead of impeachment vote
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol apologized for declaring martial law earlier in the week, as he now prepares for a parliamentary vote on his impeachment.
Oregon prosecutor slams ‘leniency’ of state law protecting man convicted of 13-year-old girl’s rape, murder
A prosecutor is criticizing an Oregon law that would significantly reduce prison time for a man, 18, was sentenced to life for the rape and murder of a 13-year-old girl.
Florida man attempting to purchase crack on Craigslist busted by undercover cop who responded to ad
A Florida man found himself behind bars after his Craigslist post searching for "ice or crack" was answered by an undercover investigator.
Missing American man, 72, may have fallen overboard on Princess Cruise
A 72-year-old American man has gone missing while on a Princess Cruise ship, and officials believe he fell overboard during the voyage.