A Circle K store manager in Scottsdale, Arizona, is being sued after allegedly purchasing a $12.8 million jackpot-winning lottery ticket from his own store, aware of its value. Circle K has asked the court to determine ownership in this unprecedented dispute.
Nearly 50 law enforcement agencies in Georgia have signed cooperation agreements with ICE under the 287(g) program, allowing local police to perform certain federal immigration enforcement functions. Nationwide, there are currently 1,427 memoranda of understanding across 40 states.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced the suspension of its two popular aviation security programs, TSA PreCheck and Global Entry, amid a partial federal government shutdown beginning February 14. Travelers may face longer wait times at airports and border crossings.
Benjamin Feltz, 37, was arrested after allegedly stealing an ambulance with a critically ill patient in Wisconsin Rapids, leading police on a high-speed chase lasting over 40 minutes and reaching speeds over 90 mph. The suspect was naked and intoxicated.
Noor Pahlavi, granddaughter of the late Shah of Iran, believes the country is closer to change than ever before amid ongoing domestic protests and increasing international pressure. She affirmed her family is ready to return as soon as Iran is free.
Noor Pahlavi, granddaughter of the late Shah of Iran, believes the country is closer to change than ever before amid domestic protests and increasing international pressure. She affirmed her family is ready to return as soon as Iran is free.
Watermelon Books, touted as the first Palestinian bookstore in the US, has just opened in Los Angeles. Founder Mary Nazzal calls the project an act of cultural resistance, featuring over 1,000 titles on Palestine and liberation movements.
A Fallbrook family in San Diego County discovered a mountain lion trapped in a homemade snare in their backyard after several chickens and cats went missing. Wildlife officials released the animal back into the wild as per California law, raising concerns among neighbors that it might return.
USOPC CEO Sarah Hirshland has spoken for the first time after Justice Department documents revealed sensitive emails between LA28 Chairman Casey Wasserman and Ghislaine Maxwell, a close associate of Jeffrey Epstein. The Mayor of Los Angeles has called for Wasserman to consider stepping down.
Four people died in a fiery car crash early Saturday in Long Beach, California. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has dispatched a federal investigation team to the scene. The cause of the accident has not yet been determined.
A 1-year-old boy was severely attacked by the family
Dave Regan, President of SEIU-UHW, is the architect behind a proposal to levy a one-time 5% wealth tax on approximately 200 California billionaires, estimated to generate $100 billion over five years. The proposal faces strong opposition, with warnings of capital and entrepreneurs leaving the state.
New York City Council Member Zohran Mamdani faces criticism after the city required multiple forms of ID for emergency snow shoveling, even as he and his organization oppose laws requiring ID for voting.
Kurtis McVae, 36, was indicted in Manhattan Criminal Court after snatching a cane and knocking down an 88-year-old woman in Union Square. The suspect is a registered sex offender from Wisconsin, currently violating parole, and has six prior arrests in New York.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing backlash after inaugurating a $239 million rehabilitation center inside San Quentin State Prison. The Nordic-style facility features a cafe, podcast studio, and Bay views, drawing criticism from Republicans who argue the funds should be allocated to criminal law enforcement.
JPMorgan Chase confirmed for the first time in court filings that it closed the bank accounts of President Trump and related businesses in February 2021, following the incident at the Capitol. The $5 billion lawsuit is becoming a focal point in the debate over
Comedian Bill Maher openly criticized pop stars Billie Eilish and Chappell Roan on his show Real Time, stating they lack understanding of Western values by consistently attacking ICE.
Cobb County Police in Georgia confirm no signs of foul play in the death of a 21-year-old man found in the woods at Fair Oaks Park. Officials urge the community to stop spreading misinformation on social media and state the investigation is proceeding as a suicide, awaiting forensic results.
Two separate incidents this week in Sandy Springs and Gwinnett County, Georgia, involved children under 5 accidentally shooting themselves with unsafely stored firearms. Police emphasize that a $20 gun lock box could prevent such tragedies, and both families are now facing criminal charges.
A U.S. Homeland Security agent fatally shot Ruben Ray Martinez, 23, a U.S. citizen, on South Padre Island, Texas, in March 2025. DHS claims Martinez intentionally hit the agent with his car, making the shooting an act of self-defense, while his family asserts he was complying with instructions when shot.
California Democratic leaders are concerned about the possibility of two Republican candidates advancing to the November gubernatorial general election, as polls show Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco leading while Democratic votes are split. This could be the first time California elects a Republican governor since Arnold Schwarzenegger left office.
A coalition of 800 small businesses is calling on the government for full and automatic refunds of emergency tariffs after the Supreme Court
The pro-North Korea non-profit Nodutdol is expanding operations in Midtown Manhattan, advocating to end the US-South Korea alliance. It
New York is bracing for its largest blizzard since 2016 with 18-24 inches of snow and 60 mph gusts. Mayor Mamdani has not committed to forcing the homeless into shelters, a controversial stance after 19 died outdoors in January.
Los Angeles Judge Brock T. Hammond has mandated a dress code for all parties attending the court hearing regarding Kanye West
Caleb Flynn, a former American Idol contestant, made his first court appearance after being indicted for the murder of his wife, Ashley, at their Ohio home. Flynn is accused of shooting his wife to death while their two daughters slept, then staging the scene to look like a break-in. He is currently held on a $2 million bond.
NYU bioethics professor Arthur Caplan sparked controversy by suggesting that bringing whole milk back to schools carries political messages and has been used as a symbol by far-right groups. The U.S. Department of Agriculture rejected this view, asserting that the policy focuses on student nutrition and health.
Two people are dead and seven others injured following an early morning shooting in the historic Shockoe Bottom entertainment district of Richmond, Virginia. Police Chief Rick Edwards stated the incident stemmed from a street fight involving at least two shooters. No arrests have been made yet.
The famous bald eagle pair Jackie and Shadow at Big Bear Lake, California, face losing their nest if the luxurious Moon Camp residential project, featuring 50 homes and a 50-slip marina, proceeds less than a mile from their home. Friends of Big Bear has issued a
