Authorities in Wisconsin have charged a 41-year-old woman with first-degree intentional homicide following the death of a 14-year-old discovered during a welfare check in Beloit. Deputies with the Rock County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a residence shortly before 8 a.m. on Friday after concerns were raised about the well-being of someone inside the home. … Read more
A California jury has ordered Bill Cosby to pay nearly $19.25 million in damages after finding him liable in a civil sexual assault lawsuit tied to allegations dating back more than five decades. The verdict, delivered in Santa Monica Superior Court, marks a significant legal outcome in a case that centered on claims brought by … Read more
A renewed surge in global oil prices is driving fresh momentum in the capital markets, with HMH Holding stepping forward to test investor appetite through a major U.S. listing. The Houston-based oilfield equipment manufacturer, backed by Baker Hughes, announced plans to pursue an initial public offering that could value the company at as much as … Read more
A late-night dispute in rural Idaho has led to serious criminal charges after authorities say a woman shot a man during an argument that escalated under the influence of alcohol. According to court records, 65-year-old Diane Wetherbee is facing a felony charge of aggravated battery with the use of a deadly weapon following the incident, … Read more
A disturbing criminal investigation is unfolding in South Carolina after authorities uncovered the remains of an elderly man hidden inside a large industrial barrel on his own property, leading to the arrest of his son. Law enforcement officials in Darlington County confirmed that 82-year-old Judson Hawkins Jr. had been dead for several months before deputies … Read more
Tensions in the Middle East sharply escalated Saturday after Donald Trump issued a direct warning to Iran, threatening to destroy key infrastructure if the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz is not reopened within 48 hours. The ultimatum signals a dramatic shift in tone from the White House, coming just a day after Trump suggested U.S. … Read more
A late-night apartment fire in Louisville, Kentucky, has led to serious criminal charges against a 68-year-old woman accused of intentionally setting the blaze while facing eviction. Authorities say Elizabeth H. Radmacher is now in custody, charged with arson, wanton endangerment, and criminal mischief following the March 14 incident at a multi-unit residential building on Tazwell … Read more
A Republican-led effort to restrict transgender athletes from competing in girls’ and women’s sports failed in the U.S. Senate on Saturday, after Democrats voted to block the amendment tied to a broader election bill. The proposal—introduced as part of the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act—fell short in a 49-41 vote, with support and … Read more
A multi-state manhunt has ended with the arrest of an Oklahoma couple accused of exploiting a 14-year-old girl in a disturbing surrogacy case that has drawn national attention. Authorities say 36-year-old Nathan Potier and his girlfriend, also 36, were taken into custody in Nevada after fleeing Oklahoma amid a growing child sexual abuse investigation. The … Read more
The U.S. Senate has moved to eliminate a long-standing travel perk for members of Congress, unanimously approving a measure that would bar lawmakers from bypassing standard airport security checks. The proposal, introduced by John Cornyn, seeks to prohibit the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) from offering expedited screening access to elected officials. If enacted, lawmakers would … Read more