Fort Worth child injured after accidental shooting with unsecured handgun
A disturbing incident unfolded in Fort Worth, Texas, overnight Sunday when a 10-year-old boy accidentally shot himself in the hand with a handgun. Fort Worth police responded to a shooting call at approximately 1:20 a.m. Monday in the 1500 block of Burmeister Road. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the young child had been handling a firearm when it discharged, resulting in a gunshot wound to his hand. The child was quickly transported to a nearby hospital for medical trea
Fort Worth child injured after accidental shooting with unsecured handgun
A disturbing incident unfolded in Fort Worth, Texas, overnight Sunday when a 10-year-old boy accidentally shot himself in the hand with a handgun. Fort Worth police responded to a shooting call at approximately 1:20 a.m. Monday in the 1500 block of Burmeister Road. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the young child had been handling a firearm when it discharged, resulting in a gunshot wound to his hand. The child was quickly transported to a nearby hospital for medical trea
U visa for crime victims in the US: who qualifies, how to apply, and what to expect
The U nonimmigrant visa, commonly known as the U visa, is a special immigration benefit offered by the United States to noncitizens who have been victims of certain serious crimes and are willing to assist law enforcement or government agencies in the investigation or prosecution of those crimes. Established under the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act of 2000, the primary goal of the U visa program is to support both public safety and humanitarian needs. It provides a way for
U visa for crime victims in the US: who qualifies, how to apply, and what to expect
The U nonimmigrant visa, commonly known as the U visa, is a special immigration benefit offered by the United States to noncitizens who have been victims of certain serious crimes and are willing to assist law enforcement or government agencies in the investigation or prosecution of those crimes. Established under the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act of 2000, the primary goal of the U visa program is to support both public safety and humanitarian needs. It provides a way for
Drunk Driver Crashes Into Fort Worth Home, Family Unhurt
A Fort Worth family is counting their blessings after a suspected drunk driver plowed through their home Saturday night, narrowly missing their sleeping 2-year-old’s bedroom. Though no injuries were reported, the crash caused major structural damage and forced the family to temporarily relocate. The incident occurred around 8:04 p.m. on Steinburg Lane in South Fort Worth. A red Toyota sedan, allegedly driven by
Drunk Driver Crashes Into Fort Worth Home, Family Unhurt
A Fort Worth family is counting their blessings after a suspected drunk driver plowed through their home Saturday night, narrowly missing their sleeping 2-year-old’s bedroom. Though no injuries were reported, the crash caused major structural damage and forced the family to temporarily relocate. The incident occurred around 8:04 p.m. on Steinburg Lane in South Fort Worth. A red Toyota sedan, allegedly driven by
Family Seeks Justice After Deadly Dallas Carjacking Attempt
A Dallas family is pleading for justice and public help after 30-year-old Victor Rojas was killed in a suspected carjacking outside a gym. The fatal shooting occurred on March 3 near South Buckner Boulevard and Samuell Boulevard, at a QuikTrip gas station next to a Planet Fitness that Rojas regularly attended. That night, Rojas left home to work out, a routine he kept most evenings. His family says it was the last ti
Family Seeks Justice After Deadly Dallas Carjacking Attempt
A Dallas family is pleading for justice and public help after 30-year-old Victor Rojas was killed in a suspected carjacking outside a gym. The fatal shooting occurred on March 3 near South Buckner Boulevard and Samuell Boulevard, at a QuikTrip gas station next to a Planet Fitness that Rojas regularly attended. That night, Rojas left home to work out, a routine he kept most evenings. His family says it was the last ti
Sonam Warned Family Before Marrying Raja, Then Plotted His Murder
The brutal murder of Indore resident Raja Raghuvanshi during his honeymoon in Meghalaya has shocked the nation, as chilling new details reveal that his wife Sonam Raghuvanshi had plotted the crime with her lover, Raj Kushwaha, just days after their wedding. Raja's elder brother Vipin Raghuwanshi told Aaj Tak that Sonam had warned her family in advance about her relationship with Raj. Despite her pleas, her family insisted she marry within their caste, lead
Sonam Warned Family Before Marrying Raja, Then Plotted His Murder
The brutal murder of Indore resident Raja Raghuvanshi during his honeymoon in Meghalaya has shocked the nation, as chilling new details reveal that his wife Sonam Raghuvanshi had plotted the crime with her lover, Raj Kushwaha, just days after their wedding. Raja's elder brother Vipin Raghuwanshi told Aaj Tak that Sonam had warned her family in advance about her relationship with Raj. Despite her pleas, her family insisted she marry within their caste, lead
Fort Worth Man on Life Support After Hit-and-Run by Best Friend
A tragic accident in Fort Worth has left 33-year-old Daniel Lester on life support after he was struck by a car allegedly driven by his best friend, David Hall, who then fled the scene. The heartbreaking incident unfolded Saturday evening near Clifford Street and Western Trade Drive, sparking a police investigation and profound grief for the victim’s family. According to family members and Fort Worth police, th
Fort Worth Man on Life Support After Hit-and-Run by Best Friend
A tragic accident in Fort Worth has left 33-year-old Daniel Lester on life support after he was struck by a car allegedly driven by his best friend, David Hall, who then fled the scene. The heartbreaking incident unfolded Saturday evening near Clifford Street and Western Trade Drive, sparking a police investigation and profound grief for the victim’s family. According to family members and Fort Worth police, th
Anna Univ Assault: Biryani Vendor Gets Life, Rs 90K Fine
In a major judgment that followed a highly publicized five-month trial, a Chennai Mahila Court has sentenced biryani vendor Gnanasekaran to life imprisonment for the brutal sexual assault of a 19-year-old student inside Anna University. The convict must serve a minimum of 30 years before any chance of parole and was also fined Rs 90,000. The crime, which took place on December 23, 2024, involved the accused trespassing into the campus, attacking the victim&rsq
Anna Univ Assault: Biryani Vendor Gets Life, Rs 90K Fine
In a major judgment that followed a highly publicized five-month trial, a Chennai Mahila Court has sentenced biryani vendor Gnanasekaran to life imprisonment for the brutal sexual assault of a 19-year-old student inside Anna University. The convict must serve a minimum of 30 years before any chance of parole and was also fined Rs 90,000. The crime, which took place on December 23, 2024, involved the accused trespassing into the campus, attacking the victim&rsq
Pulkit Arya Gets Life for Ankita Bhandari Murder
In a landmark verdict that stirred memories of a crime that shook the nation, a Kotdwar court in Uttarakhand on Friday sentenced Pulkit Arya, son of a former BJP leader, and two others to life imprisonment for the 2022 murder of 19-year-old receptionist Ankita Bhandari. Arya, along with resort manager Saurabh Bhaskar and employee Ankit Gupta, was found guilty after a 14-month-long trial that drew widespread media and public attention. Ankita was employed at Vanantara Resort in the Y
Pulkit Arya Gets Life for Ankita Bhandari Murder
In a landmark verdict that stirred memories of a crime that shook the nation, a Kotdwar court in Uttarakhand on Friday sentenced Pulkit Arya, son of a former BJP leader, and two others to life imprisonment for the 2022 murder of 19-year-old receptionist Ankita Bhandari. Arya, along with resort manager Saurabh Bhaskar and employee Ankit Gupta, was found guilty after a 14-month-long trial that drew widespread media and public attention. Ankita was employed at Vanantara Resort in the Y
Colombian Influencer Shot Dead by Fake Delivery Man
Maria Jose Estupinan Sanchez, a 22-year-old rising social media influencer from Cucuta, Colombia, was tragically shot and killed outside her home by a man pretending to be a delivery worker. The horrifying incident took place earlier this week in the La Riviera neighborhood around 1:00 PM, shaking the local community and her thousands of online followers. Sanchez was known for sharing snippets of her life as both a model and a student, as she pursued a degree in Social Communication
Colombian Influencer Shot Dead by Fake Delivery Man
Maria Jose Estupinan Sanchez, a 22-year-old rising social media influencer from Cucuta, Colombia, was tragically shot and killed outside her home by a man pretending to be a delivery worker. The horrifying incident took place earlier this week in the La Riviera neighborhood around 1:00 PM, shaking the local community and her thousands of online followers. Sanchez was known for sharing snippets of her life as both a model and a student, as she pursued a degree in Social Communication
Heartbreaking Details of Atascocita Mother’s Murder Unveiled
In a devastating act of violence that has left a family and a community reeling, Colencia Davidson, a 39-year-old mother of 10 and a TDCJ corrections sergeant, was shot and killed on Mother’s Day in northeast Harris County, Texas. Colencia Davidson had just returned from a night out with friends when she was ambushed outside her home in Atascocita. Surveillance footage from the scene shows the killer, Thomas Sonnier, the estranged father of all but one of her children, shooting her 12 t
Heartbreaking Details of Atascocita Mother’s Murder Unveiled
In a devastating act of violence that has left a family and a community reeling, Colencia Davidson, a 39-year-old mother of 10 and a TDCJ corrections sergeant, was shot and killed on Mother’s Day in northeast Harris County, Texas. Colencia Davidson had just returned from a night out with friends when she was ambushed outside her home in Atascocita. Surveillance footage from the scene shows the killer, Thomas Sonnier, the estranged father of all but one of her children, shooting her 12 t
12 Dead After Consuming Spurious Liquor in Amritsar
A tragic incident unfolded in Punjab’s Amritsar district as 12 people lost their lives after consuming spurious liquor in the Majitha area. Additionally, five others are reported to be in critical condition and are currently undergoing treatment at a local hospital. The incident has sent shockwaves across the region and reignited concerns about the illegal liquor trade in the state. The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) for rural Amritsar, Maninder Singh, confirmed
12 Dead After Consuming Spurious Liquor in Amritsar
A tragic incident unfolded in Punjab’s Amritsar district as 12 people lost their lives after consuming spurious liquor in the Majitha area. Additionally, five others are reported to be in critical condition and are currently undergoing treatment at a local hospital. The incident has sent shockwaves across the region and reignited concerns about the illegal liquor trade in the state. The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) for rural Amritsar, Maninder Singh, confirmed
Oakland economy benefits from strong 2024 tourism despite challenges
Oakland continues to see significant benefits from its tourism sector, with the city reporting an economic impact of $779 million from visitor activity in 2024. Despite persistent concerns about public safety and a long-standing negative narrative surrounding crime, tourism leaders and city officials are working to reshape Oakland’s image and highlight the many positives the city offers to travelers. In 2024, the city welcomed 3.4 million visitors who spent approximately $58
Oakland economy benefits from strong 2024 tourism despite challenges
Oakland continues to see significant benefits from its tourism sector, with the city reporting an economic impact of $779 million from visitor activity in 2024. Despite persistent concerns about public safety and a long-standing negative narrative surrounding crime, tourism leaders and city officials are working to reshape Oakland’s image and highlight the many positives the city offers to travelers. In 2024, the city welcomed 3.4 million visitors who spent approximately $58
Spectrum Offers $25K Reward After Fiber Line Vandalism in East Dallas
Spectrum, one of the nation's leading communication providers, is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest of the individual or individuals responsible for a major act of vandalism in East Dallas. The incident occurred on Saturday, May 3, 2025, when several of the company's fiber optic lines were intentionally cut near a facility on Chenault Street. The act of sabotage resulted in a significant service outage that left residents and businesses across Ea
Spectrum Offers $25K Reward After Fiber Line Vandalism in East Dallas
Spectrum, one of the nation's leading communication providers, is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest of the individual or individuals responsible for a major act of vandalism in East Dallas. The incident occurred on Saturday, May 3, 2025, when several of the company's fiber optic lines were intentionally cut near a facility on Chenault Street. The act of sabotage resulted in a significant service outage that left residents and businesses across Ea
Newark police seek tips in deadly shooting, offer $5K reward for information
Authorities are actively seeking assistance from the public in solving a deadly shooting that took place in Newark earlier this year. A $5,000 reward is being offered to anyone who can provide information that leads to an arrest in the killing of 22-year-old Jaheem Futrell. The shooting happened shortly before 11 p.m. on March 2, 2024, along the 300 block of South 8th Street. Months after the incident, no suspects have been apprehended, and investigators are urging community members to come forw
Newark police seek tips in deadly shooting, offer $5K reward for information
Authorities are actively seeking assistance from the public in solving a deadly shooting that took place in Newark earlier this year. A $5,000 reward is being offered to anyone who can provide information that leads to an arrest in the killing of 22-year-old Jaheem Futrell. The shooting happened shortly before 11 p.m. on March 2, 2024, along the 300 block of South 8th Street. Months after the incident, no suspects have been apprehended, and investigators are urging community members to come forw
One Dead, Several injured in Houston house party shooting
A late-night house party in southeast Houston turned deadly early Sunday morning, leaving at least one person dead and several others critically injured in a mass shooting incident. Authorities from the Houston Police Department (HPD) responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 12:50 a.m. on the 6000 block of Cherry Hill, according to HPD Assistant Chief Patricia Cantu. Cantu stated during a press briefing that multiple 911 calls alerted law enforcement to the scene, where officers arriv
One Dead, Several injured in Houston house party shooting
A late-night house party in southeast Houston turned deadly early Sunday morning, leaving at least one person dead and several others critically injured in a mass shooting incident. Authorities from the Houston Police Department (HPD) responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 12:50 a.m. on the 6000 block of Cherry Hill, according to HPD Assistant Chief Patricia Cantu. Cantu stated during a press briefing that multiple 911 calls alerted law enforcement to the scene, where officers arriv
Texas Governor Pushes Constitutional Bail Reform Amid Public Safety Debate
A proposed constitutional amendment backed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott is reigniting debate over how the state handles bail for violent offenders. Abbott says the reform would save lives, while critics warn it could exacerbate jail overcrowding and undermine due process rights. Speaking at a press conference in Houston, Abbott cited a troubling trend in the region: over 200 cases where individuals released on bond for violent charges allegedly killed Texans while awaiting trial. “For
Texas Governor Pushes Constitutional Bail Reform Amid Public Safety Debate
A proposed constitutional amendment backed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott is reigniting debate over how the state handles bail for violent offenders. Abbott says the reform would save lives, while critics warn it could exacerbate jail overcrowding and undermine due process rights. Speaking at a press conference in Houston, Abbott cited a troubling trend in the region: over 200 cases where individuals released on bond for violent charges allegedly killed Texans while awaiting trial. “For
Indian Tech CEO Harshavardhana Kikkeri Kills Family, Dies by Suicide in Washington, US
A tragic incident involving an Indian tech entrepreneur has shocked communities both in the United States and India. Harshavardhana S Kikkeri, 57, founder and CEO of the now-defunct robotics firm HoloWorld, allegedly shot and killed his wife and teenage son before dying by suicide at their home in Newcastle, Washington, on April 24. The incident is currently under investigation by the King County Sheriff's Office, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind this heartbreaki
Indian Tech CEO Harshavardhana Kikkeri Kills Family, Dies by Suicide in Washington, US
A tragic incident involving an Indian tech entrepreneur has shocked communities both in the United States and India. Harshavardhana S Kikkeri, 57, founder and CEO of the now-defunct robotics firm HoloWorld, allegedly shot and killed his wife and teenage son before dying by suicide at their home in Newcastle, Washington, on April 24. The incident is currently under investigation by the King County Sheriff's Office, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind this heartbreaki
Prosecutors Add Journalists to Witness List in Mamta Kafle Bhatt Murder Case Investigation
In a significant development in the high-profile case surrounding the disappearance and alleged murder of Virginia nurse Mamta Kafle Bhatt, prosecutors have officially added three journalists to their list of witnesses. This decision marks a crucial point in the trial, reflecting how media involvement and investigative reporting have contributed to uncovering details critical to the case. Mamta Kafle Bhatt, a 28-year-old mother and nurse originally from Nepal, went missing i
Prosecutors Add Journalists to Witness List in Mamta Kafle Bhatt Murder Case Investigation
In a significant development in the high-profile case surrounding the disappearance and alleged murder of Virginia nurse Mamta Kafle Bhatt, prosecutors have officially added three journalists to their list of witnesses. This decision marks a crucial point in the trial, reflecting how media involvement and investigative reporting have contributed to uncovering details critical to the case. Mamta Kafle Bhatt, a 28-year-old mother and nurse originally from Nepal, went missing i
Residents and Officials Demand Action After Teen Chaos in D.C.'s Navy Yard
A recent outbreak of disorder involving large groups of teenagers in Washington, D.C.'s Navy Yard neighborhood has led to mounting concern among residents and public officials. The disturbances, which took place on a Friday night, saw hundreds of teens gathering near the Southwest Waterfront. Law enforcement responded with a heavy presence, resulting in several arrests and calls for stronger preventive measures moving forward. Community members and local leaders gathered the f
Residents and Officials Demand Action After Teen Chaos in D.C.'s Navy Yard
A recent outbreak of disorder involving large groups of teenagers in Washington, D.C.'s Navy Yard neighborhood has led to mounting concern among residents and public officials. The disturbances, which took place on a Friday night, saw hundreds of teens gathering near the Southwest Waterfront. Law enforcement responded with a heavy presence, resulting in several arrests and calls for stronger preventive measures moving forward. Community members and local leaders gathered the f









