Crime

Vance Eyes Walz In Fraud Probe

Vice President JD Vance says his fraud task force may pursue prosecutions if investigations uncover crimes. He also pointed to California’s voting rules and repeated claims about broader fraud in government programs.

Chicago Killing Raises Immigration Questions

A court hearing in Chicago put new focus on the killing of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman, the suspect’s background, and the failures that can pile up when policy, custody, and public safety all take a turn through the bureaucratic maze.

Rome Blast Kills Two

Italian police say an explosion outside Rome killed two people while they were assembling a homemade bomb. Investigators believe the pair were linked to anarchist circles and may have been planning an attack.

Salt Lake Alley Attack Leaves Woman Critical

Police say Jesus Alejandro Ramirez-Padilla attacked a woman in a Salt Lake City alley, leaving her in critical condition with severe neck wounds. Court documents say he admitted to strangling her and slashing her throat, while his immigration status remains unclear.

Trooper Stops Trailer, Finds $3.4M in Meth

A routine traffic stop in Live Oak County turned into a major drug bust. Texas DPS found nearly 2,000 pounds of meth hidden under a trailer floor. The driver faces first degree charges and the investigation continues.

LaBeouf Arrested Again After Mardi Gras Brawl

Actor Shia LaBeouf faces a new simple battery charge after an alleged bar fight in New Orleans during Mardi Gras. A second victim came forward, prompting a new arrest warrant; the judge set bond at $100,000 and ordered rehab and weekly drug tests.