A firefighter has been convicted and sentenced to life in prison for the 2020 murder of Melissa Lamesch, who was days from giving birth to his son, and for setting her home ablaze in an attempt to destroy evidence.
The killing of pregnant EMT Melissa Lamesch in a staged house fire has led to murder charges against Matthew Plote, a fellow first responder who allegedly concealed her pregnancy. The case has sent shockwaves through Illinois' tight-knit emergency services community.
In the wake of high-profile federal interventions and the killing of a nurse in Minneapolis, traditionally left-leaning demographics—including women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of color—are arming themselves at unprecedented rates, challenging long-held assumptions about American gun culture.
As a partial government shutdown enters its third day, Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) is rallying House Democrats to reject a reopening bill, arguing it would endorse controversial ICE tactics. The standoff centers on separating Homeland Security funding from other agencies.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Patrick Knight criticizes the Walz administration's approach to immigration enforcement, linking it to broader issues of governance and a recent fraud scandal, as he pitches a back-to-basics campaign platform.
Precious metals extended losses in Asian trading Monday, following a sharp sell-off triggered by speculation over a more hawkish Federal Reserve leadership. Despite the pullback, both gold and silver remain significantly higher for the year, supported by enduring central bank demand and geopolitical uncertainty.
The death of 17-year-old Caden Nowicki marks the third fatal sledding incident in North Texas in less than a week, raising urgent questions about winter recreation safety.
In an exclusive interview, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. addresses the state of his relationship with cousin Caroline Kennedy following the death of her daughter, Tatiana Schlossberg, last December. The tragedy unfolds against a backdrop of deep political rifts within America's most storied political dynasty.
Three executive members of a Northern Arizona University fraternity have been charged with hazing after an 18-year-old student died during an off-campus rush event, prompting a university suspension and renewed scrutiny of Greek life practices.
Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi forcefully rebutted First Amendment criticisms following the arrests of ex-CNN anchor Don Lemon and several activists at a St. Paul church, framing the incident as a dangerous disruption that terrorized worshippers and vowing full prosecution.
Liam Conejo Ramos, whose detention with his father sparked national outcry, is back in Minnesota following a federal judge's order for their release from a Texas facility.
The search for Isabella Comas, last seen in Avondale on January 11, continues after her abandoned car was discovered with blood stains. Her boyfriend, Thomas Rodriguez, a convicted felon, is in custody on unrelated charges as authorities plead for public assistance.
Newly released court documents reveal the disgraced financier's last will, signed days before his 2019 death, which directed his fortune—including Little St. James island—to his girlfriend, staff, and accomplices, though most assets remain tied up in victim settlements.
Prosecutors and a media coalition are challenging the defense's push to seal court documents in the high-profile case against accused assassin Tyler Robinson, igniting a fierce debate over public access and a fair trial.
Emily Beutner, a 22-year-old Loyola Marymount University student and daughter of mayoral hopeful Austin Beutner, has died following a medical emergency near a Palmdale highway. The death is under investigation by homicide detectives.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has publicly addressed the deep divisions within America's most storied political family, following the death of his cousin Tatiana Schlossberg and amidst ongoing policy controversies that have placed him at odds with his relatives.
A San Antonio family's morning commute turned to terror when a driver, angered by a brief honk, opened fire on their vehicle, critically wounding a child in the backseat.
Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) denounced activists seeking to expose the personal information of immigration enforcement personnel, calling the practice dangerous and unacceptable during a Sunday television appearance.
Thousands demonstrated in Milan against the planned deployment of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents for the 2026 Winter Games, citing human rights concerns and viewing their presence as a symbol of democratic erosion in the United States.
NYPD Officers Freddy Cerpa and Megan Ficken responded to a frantic 911 call, using life-saving techniques to clear a 2-year-old boy's airway. The incident marks Cerpa's second such rescue in recent weeks, highlighting the critical, split-second decisions first responders face daily.
