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Five Hartford Residents Charged in Alleged Kidnapping Case
Federal charges filed against five individuals for a January 2026 kidnapping and ransom incident.
Alex Saab Pleads Guilty in Bribery and Fraud Case
Venezuelan ex-Minister Alex Saab admits to laundering proceeds from international bribery.
USS St. Louis Sets Sail to Strengthen Border Security
USS St. Louis departs Florida to support maritime interdiction at the U.S. southern border.
12 Charged in $10M Childcare Fraud Scheme
An investigation uncovered funds meant for low-income families directed to fake daycare providers.
ISIS-K Terrorist Sentenced to 20 Years in U.S. Prison
Mohammad Sharifullah, an Afghan national, was sentenced for a conspiracy involving support to a foreign terrorist group.
Strong 6.6 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indonesia
An earthquake with a 6.6 magnitude struck north-northeast of Teluknaga, Indonesia.
Santa Barbara Man Pleads Guilty to Santa Maria Courthouse Bombing
The 2024 bombing injured three and aimed to harm law enforcement after firearm seizure.
Abbott Settles for $385M Over False Claims Allegations
Abbott Laboratories settles allegations of non-compliance in manufacturing infant formula and nutrition products.
L.A. Stash House Bust: Drugs, Guns, and an Alligator Found
A luxury apartment in downtown Los Angeles was raided, uncovering drugs, firearms, and more.
Massive COVID-19 Loan Fraud Takedown Announced
A coordinated effort uncovered over $245 million in fraudulent loans from federal COVID-19 relief programs.
Pennsylvania Man Charged in Federal Terrorism Case
21-year-old Jonathan Hunter Kramer faces federal charges linked to firearms and support for a Foreign Terrorist Organization.
DOJ Unveils Charges Against Russian Intelligence Operatives
Five individuals linked to Russia's intelligence services face charges related to global attacks and murders.
Tragic Tour Bus Crash in Switzerland
Five killed and 40 injured in a severe bus accident in eastern Switzerland.
Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Volusia County
A 22-year-old motorcyclist lost his life in a collision with a tractor-trailer.
UW Wins 2026 Apple Cup
University of Washington defeats Washington State University 24-10 to claim the victory.