Hampton University officials announced Wednesday evening that all classes and non-essential operations would be canceled on September 11 and 12 after receiving reports of a potential threat to campus safety. The university stated the decision was made to protect students, faculty, staff, and visitors and that enhanced security measures are now being implemented. In the official statement, administrators explained that the closures affect all scheduled classes, athletic events, and c

Cape May police are investigating an act of vandalism that has left the community frustrated and saddened after a well-known and beloved boardwalk statue was damaged in the early hours of Sunday morning. The incident took place at the Ocean Putt mini golf course near the intersection of Jackson Street and Beach Avenue, a popular destination for families, tourists, and longtime residents. Authorities say the suspects were caught on camera around 4 a.m. when they climbed over a fence

Oakland police are investigating a deadly shooting that left two people dead and at least four others injured following a violent exchange of gunfire during a robbery attempt Wednesday evening. According to officials, the incident began just before 7:45 p.m. when multiple armed suspects entered a business on the 7100 block of International Boulevard. The confrontation quickly escalated, resulting in chaos, injuries, and fatalities. The Oakland Police Department reported that its Com

Another anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks is here, but the United States still has not convicted or sentenced any of the men arrested alive for their alleged roles in the planning and facilitation of the tragedy. The 9/11 attacks remain etched in the memory of millions across the world, having killed nearly 3,000 people in one morning of unparalleled destruction. Of the 2,996 estimated victims, 2,977 were civilians, first responders, and passengers on board the hijacked air

Authorities confirmed on Wednesday that the gunman responsible for killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk has not been caught, despite hours of intensive searching. The development has left the public unsettled, particularly after conflicting statements added to the confusion surrounding the investigation. Early in the day, reports suggested that the case had reached a breakthrough when FBI Director Kash Patel announced that a suspect was in custody. This statement briefly reass

A violent smash-and-grab robbery at a jewelry store in San Jose has left the community shaken and sparked new fears among business owners across the Bay Area. The brazen heist, which took place Friday afternoon at Kim Hung Jewelry, has become the latest example of organized retail crime that many say is leaving shopkeepers vulnerable and fearful. Surveillance video shows a car plowing into the front of the business before more than 15 suspects stormed inside. Armed with hammers and

Police in San Francisco are investigating a shooting that left four people injured in the India Basin neighborhood late Tuesday afternoon, adding to ongoing concerns about gun violence in the city. According to police, officers responded to reports of a shooting at around 5:48 p.m. on the 1500 block of Burke Avenue. When they arrived, they located one victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Emergency personnel transported that individual to the hospital, where doctors confirmed the i

The troubling case of suburban ice cream shop owner Steven Weisberg has taken another serious turn as a new lawsuit has been filed against him following allegations that extend beyond his business. Weisberg, who owns the once-popular shop Flavor Frenzy in Addison, is already facing criminal charges after police discovered a hidden camera in the restroom of his shop. Now, a civil lawsuit filed in Cook County Circuit Court reveals that authorities allegedly found an additional hidden camera ins

Johnson County, Texas, remains in the spotlight as the legal case against Sheriff Adam King continues without new public developments. Commissioners gathered Monday for their scheduled court meeting, which included an agenda item on the sheriff’s office, but offered no new details about the indictment of the county’s top law enforcement officer. Instead, the commissioners focused briefly on operations before moving on, leaving many questions about the ongoing investigation unanswe

India has formally assured Belgium of the conditions under which fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi will be held if extradited in connection with the Punjab National Bank loan fraud case. Choksi, arrested by Belgian authorities in April this year, is one of the prime accused in the Rs 13,500 crore fraud along with his nephew Nirav Modi. In a detailed letter to Belgium’s Ministry of Justice, India’s Ministry of Home Affairs outlined prison conditions at Arthur Road Jail in Mumbai, a

COLUMBUS, Ohio – A new bipartisan proposal at the Ohio Statehouse seeks to toughen the state’s hate crime laws and broaden the protections afforded to residents. Representatives Dontavius Jarrells, a Democrat from Columbus, and Josh Williams, a Republican from Sylvania Township, introduced House Bill 306 earlier this year. Called the Hate Crime Act, the legislation is designed to modernize Ohio’s approach to hate crime protections and bring the state more in line with the la

Authorities in Collin County are investigating a road rage shooting that left one person injured and led to an unusual scene in Plano on Thursday morning. The incident began in the city of Lucas, where officials believe the shooting took place, and ended when the injured individual arrived at a church in Plano seeking help. The case has drawn attention across the region as investigators work to piece together what happened and identify those involved. The Collin County Sheriff&rsquo

Ohio is facing a growing public health debate over the future of kratom, a substance that has seen rising use but also an alarming increase in overdose deaths. Recent state data shows overdoses where kratom was listed as a cause of death have tripled in the last five years. As the number of cases rises, the distinction between natural and synthetic kratom is driving disagreement among state leaders, health officials, business owners, and advocates. Governor Mike DeWine has called fo

The FBI is urging the public to come forward with any information that may lead to the capture of a serial bank robber who has targeted financial institutions across Chicago since early May. Authorities say the man, who remains unidentified, has carried out four successful robberies and attempted two others, all within a span of a few months. Investigators have labeled him armed and dangerous and are emphasizing the urgency of the search. According to officials, the pattern of crime

A lawsuit has been filed against the Chicago Park District and former lifeguard Charles Leto after a deadly shooting at the Douglass Park pool left one teenager dead and another permanently paralyzed. The incident, which took place on June 26, has shaken the West Side community and raised serious questions about hiring and oversight within the park district. According to the lawsuit, Leto, 55, is accused of fatally shooting 15-year-old Marjay Dotson and critically injuring 14-year-o

A federal judge has ruled that former President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops during immigration enforcement protests in Southern California was illegal, declaring the administration violated long-standing federal law. The decision, handed down by Judge Charles Breyer in San Francisco, found that Trump’s use of the Guard during the protests in Los Angeles crossed legal boundaries meant to prevent the military from enforcing domestic laws. Judge Breye

Authorities in Virginia say a woman accused of stealing more than $10,000 worth of appliances, mostly Ninja Slushi machines, has been arrested after a series of retail thefts stretching across several counties. The suspect, identified as 31-year-old Christine Woodson, was allegedly behind more than a dozen thefts at multiple stores, with most incidents linked to Target locations in Springfield and surrounding areas. According to police, the thefts occurred over the course of several

The Austin Police Department is preparing to release new details about an officer-involved shooting that took place on August 28 in South Austin, leaving one man dead and a bystander injured. The incident happened at a Thundercloud Subs on Slaughter Lane and Manchaca Road, drawing widespread attention as video footage and eyewitness accounts revealed how quickly the situation escalated. Police said officers had been tracking a man wanted for multiple burglaries and a violent home in

An overnight shooting in Fort Worth has left four people injured, including an innocent bystander who was caught in the crossfire while driving near an apartment complex. The incident happened shortly before midnight on Carol Oaks Lane on the east side of the city, shaking residents in a normally quiet neighborhood. Police said the shooting began around 11:30 p.m. on Monday when multiple gunmen opened fire near the apartment complex. Investigators believe three of the victims were d

A Dallas mother is pleading for answers and justice four months after her teenage daughter was killed by gunfire at a local park. The grief-stricken family is still waiting for someone to come forward with information, as police say dozens of people were present the night the shooting happened but not one has provided details that could help solve the case. Seventeen-year-old Angelyn Nino Herrera was spending time wit