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

San Jose has been named the safest major city in the United States, according to a recent analysis that compared the 50 largest cities across the nation. The recognition comes from a financial technology company’s study that weighed key indicators of safety, including violent and property crime rates, traffic fatalities, drug overdose deaths and lifestyle risk factors such as excessive drinking. While the ranking places San Jose above other large metropolitan areas, city leaders and law

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

  A serious boating accident at Eagle Mountain Lake in Azle, Texas, left three people injured, including two children, after a vessel collided with a dock on Sunday evening. The incident, which occurred near Miller Avenue on the west side of the lake at around 7 p.m., has raised concerns about lake safety as authorities continue their investigation. According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the boat crashed into the dock under circumstances that remain unc

In a significant success for security forces, one of the most wanted terrorists operating from across the border was killed last week in Jammu and Kashmir’s Gurez sector during an infiltration attempt. The slain militant has been identified as Bagu Khan, a notorious figure who had eluded capture for decades. Widely known by his aliases “Samundar Chacha” and “Human GPS,” Khan had become a symbol of Pakistan-based infiltration operati

Dallas authorities have arrested a 22-year-old man, Jafeth Najera-Suate, in connection with a series of 14 armed robberies that took place throughout the city in 2025. Najera-Suate, who was apprehended by the Dallas Police Department, is accused of committing multiple robberies at gunpoint, primarily targeting businesses in various locations across Dallas. The first robbery occurred on March 1, when Najera-Suate allege

A Dallas church’s mission to support families in need faced a painful setback after vandals destroyed a van that had been donated to help fund the operations of its food pantry. The van, which could have generated thousands of dollars in support for food distribution, was demolished by two teenagers in a shocking act of vandalism that has left the Pleasant Grove community both saddened and concerned. The Inspire

Former WWE CEO and Chairman Vince McMahon is again at the center of controversy as fresh misconduct allegations have surfaced involving former WWE wrestler Ashley Massaro. McMahon, who has previously faced accusations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power, is now being linked to troubling claims that allegedly took place during a WWE European tour. The situation has drawn renewed public and legal scrutiny, casting yet another shadow over his long and contro

A Washington D.C. resident has admitted to defrauding the federal government of pandemic relief funds by misusing a large disaster loan meant to support struggling businesses. Jennifer May, 43, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud after investigators found that she fraudulently obtained $1,500,000 in Economic Injury Disaster Loans, funds that were provided during the COVID-19 pandemic to help small businesses meet critical expenses. Her guilty plea has set

  A convicted arsonist already serving time in a Newark state prison is now facing the possibility of life behind bars after being found guilty in a murder for hire plot that targeted the very officials responsible for his imprisonment. Stephen Smink, 62, who has been incarcerated for more than a decade following an arson case in Vineland, was accused of masterminding the scheme from within prison walls. Authorities say his intention was to retaliate against those who brought h

A family celebration in Balch Springs, Texas that was meant to be a joyful occasion ended in tragedy when a fight between relatives turned deadly. According to police, a man was shot and killed shortly after midnight during a baptism gathering attended by many family members and close friends. Authorities identified the victim as 35-year-old Cristian Gabriel Montes, who was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds at a

San Jose city leaders have taken a firm stand against absentee landlords who allow properties to fall into neglect and create hazards for surrounding communities. In a unanimous decision, the City Council approved a dramatic increase in daily fines for code violations tied to blighted properties, raising the penalties from $2,500 per day to as much as $20,000 per day. The cap on cumulative fines was also lifted from $100,000 to $500,000, sending what officials