Walmart, Ulta, Kay among 10 chains targeted in multi-state shoplifting and smash-and-grab thefts; 11 indicted

National chains like Walmart, Home Depot, Ulta, and Kay Jewelers were among the retailers targeted by an alleged crime ring accused of conducting snatch-and-grab jewelry robberies and going on shoplifting sprees across multiple states. 

ICE agent shoots man in North Austin, victim hospitalized

A federal immigration agent shot and wounded a man in North Austin, prompting a joint investigation by Austin police, Texas Rangers and HSI.

Defense experts testify Vickie Williams was psychotic during 2022 killings

Defense attorneys on Friday called two medical experts to testify that Vickie Williams was suffering from severe mental illness when prosecutors say she killed an elderly Mount Dora couple in 2022.

Florida mom intentionally overdosed autistic adult sons in attempt to kill them, deputies say

A 68-year-old Florida woman was arrested after investigators allege she purposely overdosed her two severely autistic sons with medication in an effort to kill them, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.

Murder-for-hire: Lake County inmate accused of plot targeting witness

A Lake County inmate who was scheduled to be released from jail is instead facing new charges after investigators say he tried to hire another inmate to kill a key witness in one of his pending criminal cases.

Woman convicted in homicide of Super Bowl reporter

A woman was convicted in the death of a Kansas City reporter who was found dead in his hotel room while in New Orleans to cover the Super Bowl in 2025.

DOJ: Man pleads guilty to stolen valor and defrauding VA out of $124K in benefits

The Department of Justice (DOJ) says an Independence, Mo. man has pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining $124,262 in disability‑related payments from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) by claiming false combat service and medals from the Vietnam War in a case of stolen valor.

Philadelphia 'House of Horrors' linked to 7 missing women, cops recover over 1 million digital files

The investigation into what is being called the "House of Horror" continues in Philadelphia after more than 1 million individual digital items — including images, videos and writings — have been recovered from a home linked to Eugene Horsch and his late father, Raymond "R.C." Horsch, as part of a large ongoing case involving several missing women. 

Lindsay Clancy holdout juror speaks out for the first time

The lone holdout juror in the highly publicized Lindsay Clancy trial is speaking publicly for the first time about why he refused to join the other 11 jurors in voting to find her not guilty by reason of insanity.

Florida AG proposes tougher penalties to target scam calls and texts

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is proposing legislation aimed at phone and text scams, including schemes involving artificial intelligence, fake warrants and impersonation.

Chicago-area men charged after 339 pounds of cocaine seized from home

Two Chicago-area men are facing felony charges after the DEA seized more than 339 pounds of cocaine and $700,000 in cash from a suburban home.

Swerving van leads police to $2.65 million in stolen US silver coins

Authorities announced the end of a high-profile case involving a “major investment scheme” in the U.S. and millions of dollars worth of U.S. silver coins.

Juror who blocked Lindsay Clancy verdict disputes fellow jurors' claims: report

The lone holdout juror whose refusal to find Lindsay Clancy not guilty by reason of insanity led to a mistrial is speaking publicly for the first time.

Tesla video helps driver beat fleeing charge after Winter Springs traffic stop

A Winter Springs man who was arrested at gunpoint in his own driveway after police accused him of fleeing a traffic stop has been acquitted, with Tesla camera footage playing a key role in his defense.

Mental health director testifies in Day 4 of Vickie Williams murder trial

The defense continued its case Thursday in the murder trial of Vickie Williams, calling the director of mental health services at the Lake County Detention Center to testify about Williams' mental state after her arrest.

Fired Titusville police chief avoids conviction after crash ticket tossed

Former Titusville Police Chief John Lau had his careless driving ticket dismissed Thursday after state troopers presented no evidence or witnesses in court.

F-16 plane crash near Traverse City; Evacuation order given, pilot in stable condition, officials say

Emergency services are responding to reports of a plane crash in Northern Michigan. According to the National Guard, the plane was an F-16 that originated from the Texas Air National Guard 149.