Mexican cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed, violence erupts as Americans shelter in place
After a powerful cartel leader died following his capture in Jalisco, cartel members launched violent attacks across several cities, leaving dozens dead and forcing some American tourists to shelter in place. The U.S. provided intelligence support for the operation, and experts warn the unrest — including flight cancellations and power struggles within the cartel — could get worse before it improves.
After a powerful cartel leader died following his capture in Jalisco, cartel members launched violent attacks across several cities, leaving dozens dead and forcing some American tourists to shelter in place. The U.S. provided intelligence support for the operation, and experts warn the unrest — including flight cancellations and power struggles within the cartel — could get worse before it improves.
11-year-old accused in adoptive dad’s birthday night killing over video game now faces adult trial: docs
An 11-year-old boy accused of fatally shooting his father inside their Pennsylvania home made his first court appearance Thursday, about a month after the deadly incident.
An 11-year-old boy accused of fatally shooting his father inside their Pennsylvania home made his first court appearance Thursday, about a month after the deadly incident.
FedEx driver arrested after $62K in stolen packages found in storage unit
A FedEx delivery driver has been arrested after authorities say they discovered approximately $62,000 worth of stolen merchandise inside a storage unit.
A FedEx delivery driver has been arrested after authorities say they discovered approximately $62,000 worth of stolen merchandise inside a storage unit.
Man accused of using dating app to rob 4 victims sought in Woodlawn: police
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of using a dating app to lure and rob four victims in the Woodlawn neighborhood this month.
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of using a dating app to lure and rob four victims in the Woodlawn neighborhood this month.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 23 latest updates
Monday marks Day 23 since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home. Investigators believe she was taken against her will.
Monday marks Day 23 since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home. Investigators believe she was taken against her will.
High school senior facing more than 300 felony charges in alleged sextortion scheme targeting minors: reports
A Pennsylvania high school senior is accused of operating a "criminal network" involving sextortion and catfishing, according to police.
A Pennsylvania high school senior is accused of operating a "criminal network" involving sextortion and catfishing, according to police.
Former ‘American Idol’ contestant charged with murdering wife in Ohio
Authorities in Ohio have arrested former “American Idol” contestant Caleb Flynn in connection with the shooting death of his wife, Ashley Flynn, at their home in Tipp City.
Authorities in Ohio have arrested former “American Idol” contestant Caleb Flynn in connection with the shooting death of his wife, Ashley Flynn, at their home in Tipp City.
Search for missing Arizona woman Nancy Guthrie enters fourth week with no suspect named
Investigators in Arizona say hundreds of law enforcement officers remain on the case as the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie stretches into its fourth week with no confirmed suspect or motive.
Investigators in Arizona say hundreds of law enforcement officers remain on the case as the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie stretches into its fourth week with no confirmed suspect or motive.
Nick Reiner pleads not guilty to murder in the killing of his parents
At his arraignment on Monday, Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty to murder for the killing of actor-director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner in December 2025.
At his arraignment on Monday, Nick Reiner pleaded not guilty to murder for the killing of actor-director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner in December 2025.
Former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson released on bail after being arrested in Epstein probe
British police arrested Peter Mandelson, a former U.K. ambassador to the United States, in a misconduct probe stemming from his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
British police arrested Peter Mandelson, a former U.K. ambassador to the United States, in a misconduct probe stemming from his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
North Carolina woman missing since 2001 found alive, seeks privacy
A North Carolina woman who vanished in 2001 has been found alive and well more than two decades later.
A North Carolina woman who vanished in 2001 has been found alive and well more than two decades later.
Mexican cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed: Why kingpin's death is causing chaos
The death of notorious Mexican cartel leader “El Mencho" has thrown parts of Mexico into chaos, with far-reaching impacts to travel and American tourists in seaside towns.
The death of notorious Mexican cartel leader “El Mencho" has thrown parts of Mexico into chaos, with far-reaching impacts to travel and American tourists in seaside towns.
FBI investigates deadly shooting near Trump’s Mar-a-Lago ahead of State of the Union
The FBI is probing a fatal shooting involving an armed man at Mar-a-Lago as security intensifies before President Donald Trump delivers his first State of the Union Address of his second term.
The FBI is probing a fatal shooting involving an armed man at Mar-a-Lago as security intensifies before President Donald Trump delivers his first State of the Union Address of his second term.
Chicago police: Teen accidentally shot by someone he knew, charges pending
Chicago police say charges are pending after a teen was accidentally shot by someone he knew on Sunday.
Chicago police say charges are pending after a teen was accidentally shot by someone he knew on Sunday.
CTA crime: Duo with rap sheets charged in robbery of 16-year-old rider
Two men were charged with robbing a 16-year-old who was riding a CTA Red Line train last week on Chicago's South Side.
Two men were charged with robbing a 16-year-old who was riding a CTA Red Line train last week on Chicago's South Side.
Chicago woman arrested minutes after man shot during argument
Chicago police say what started as an argument erupted into gunfire and a felony charge against Eboni Evans.
Chicago police say what started as an argument erupted into gunfire and a felony charge against Eboni Evans.
Uber Eats driver dies after being found unresponsive on Chicago street
A death investigation has been launched after an Uber Eats driver was found unresponsive Monday on a West Side street.
A death investigation has been launched after an Uber Eats driver was found unresponsive Monday on a West Side street.
Vigil held for missing Gary teen as search continues 18 months later
Loved ones held a vigil in Gary, Ind. as search efforts continue for Ja’Niya McMichael, who has been missing since August 2024, urging the public to come forward with information as authorities suspect foul play.
Loved ones held a vigil in Gary, Ind. as search efforts continue for Ja’Niya McMichael, who has been missing since August 2024, urging the public to come forward with information as authorities suspect foul play.
One injured, one in custody after accidental shooting in Morgan Park: police
A 15-year-old was injured in an accidental shooting in Morgan Park on Sunday, according to police.
A 15-year-old was injured in an accidental shooting in Morgan Park on Sunday, according to police.
Woman charged in Near North Side shooting: police
A woman has been charged after a shooting in the Near North Side, according to Chicago Police.
A woman has been charged after a shooting in the Near North Side, according to Chicago Police.