Highland Park mass shooting suspect pleads guilty
Robert Crimo III, charged in the 2022 Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting, pleaded guilty on all counts Monday morning. Appearing in a Lake County circuit courtroom, Crimo III withdrew his earlier not-guilty plea in the shooting. Prosecutors initially charged him with 21 counts of first-degree murder, three counts for each person killed, as well as 48 counts of attempted murder. Prosecutors dropped the less serious 48 counts of aggravated battery before jury selection last week. Sentencing will come April 23.
Robert Crimo III, charged in the 2022 Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooting, pleaded guilty on all counts Monday morning. Appearing in a Lake County circuit courtroom, Crimo III withdrew his earlier not-guilty plea in the shooting. Prosecutors initially charged him with 21 counts of first-degree murder, three counts for each person killed, as well as 48 counts of attempted murder. Prosecutors dropped the less serious 48 counts of aggravated battery before jury selection last week. Sentencing will come April 23.
Missing toddler: Oregon authorities search for 2-year-old last seen in yard
Authorities and the community are searching for 2-year-old Dane Paulsen, who went missing on March 1 near Siletz River Highway in Oregon while playing in a yard.
Authorities and the community are searching for 2-year-old Dane Paulsen, who went missing on March 1 near Siletz River Highway in Oregon while playing in a yard.
Large police presence near Dallas convention center
Dallas police are responding to the area near the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and the Omni Hotel where the NCA All-Star National Championships are being held this weekend.
Dallas police are responding to the area near the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and the Omni Hotel where the NCA All-Star National Championships are being held this weekend.
Trump says Pete Rose will be pardoned posthumously
President Trump says Pete Rose, the late baseball star who was banned for sports betting, will receive a “complete PARDON."
President Trump says Pete Rose, the late baseball star who was banned for sports betting, will receive a “complete PARDON."
Oklahoma toddler dials 911 to tell police about an 'emergency need for donuts'
An Oklahoma toddler called 911 and mentioned "emergency doughnuts" - and officers delivered.
An Oklahoma toddler called 911 and mentioned "emergency doughnuts" - and officers delivered.
FedEx plane seen flying while on fire near Newark Airport
The video Saturday morning showed another aviation close call in recent weeks, worrying some about the safety of flying.
The video Saturday morning showed another aviation close call in recent weeks, worrying some about the safety of flying.
Insurance CEO's home riddled with bullets; gunman remains on the run
SAIF CEO Chip Terhune said he received a threatening email from the purported gunman in a message to company employees.
SAIF CEO Chip Terhune said he received a threatening email from the purported gunman in a message to company employees.
Ben Crump holds press conference on death of ATV rider
Attorney Ben Crump is representing the family of a man police said was shot and killed while riding on an ATV in Winter Garden in February, according to a Ben Crump Law office press release. The Winter Garden Police Department said 57-year-old Ralph Hensel shot and killed Ja?Keem Williams, 32, while Williams was riding his ATV through the neighborhood. Authorities found Williams unresponsive at the Bay Pointe apartments on Horizon Street, where witnesses had been performing CPR.
Attorney Ben Crump is representing the family of a man police said was shot and killed while riding on an ATV in Winter Garden in February, according to a Ben Crump Law office press release. The Winter Garden Police Department said 57-year-old Ralph Hensel shot and killed Ja?Keem Williams, 32, while Williams was riding his ATV through the neighborhood. Authorities found Williams unresponsive at the Bay Pointe apartments on Horizon Street, where witnesses had been performing CPR.
Lil Baby responds after Atlanta police link rapper to teen murders
Atlanta rapper Lil Baby is pushing back after Atlanta Police Homicide Commander Maj. Ralph Woolfolk suggested that a music video shoot he held last summer contributed to the deaths of two 13-year-old boys.
Atlanta rapper Lil Baby is pushing back after Atlanta Police Homicide Commander Maj. Ralph Woolfolk suggested that a music video shoot he held last summer contributed to the deaths of two 13-year-old boys.
Mexico extradites notorious drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero, other cartel leaders to US
Mexico has extradited dozens of drug cartel figures to the U.S., including Rafael Caro Quintero -- who was behind the kidnapping and murder of DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena.
Mexico has extradited dozens of drug cartel figures to the U.S., including Rafael Caro Quintero -- who was behind the kidnapping and murder of DEA agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena.
Woman arrested after explosives discovered at Tesla dealership
Police made an arrest after a call by an activist group for nationwide protests against Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
Police made an arrest after a call by an activist group for nationwide protests against Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
DOJ releases 'first phase' of Epstein files
The Department of Justice released the first phase of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. ?This Department of Justice is following through on President Trump?s commitment to transparency and lifting the veil on the disgusting actions of Jeffrey Epstein and his co-conspirators,? said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. ?The first phase of files released today sheds light on Epstein?s extensive network and begins to provide the public with long overdue accountability.?
The Department of Justice released the first phase of files related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. ?This Department of Justice is following through on President Trump?s commitment to transparency and lifting the veil on the disgusting actions of Jeffrey Epstein and his co-conspirators,? said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. ?The first phase of files released today sheds light on Epstein?s extensive network and begins to provide the public with long overdue accountability.?
House Judiciary GOP account posts 'Rickroll' instead of Epstein files link, sparking backlash
The House Judiciary GOP’s official X account linked to a Rick Astley video instead of Epstein files, drawing swift criticism.
The House Judiciary GOP’s official X account linked to a Rick Astley video instead of Epstein files, drawing swift criticism.
Menendez brothers 'risk assessment' ordered by Newsom
California Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered the state's parole board to investigate whether Erik and Lyle Menendez pose a public safety risk. LiveNOW's Christina Evans breaks down the latest details in the brothers' case with LA-based legal analyst Neama Rahmani.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has ordered the state's parole board to investigate whether Erik and Lyle Menendez pose a public safety risk. LiveNOW's Christina Evans breaks down the latest details in the brothers' case with LA-based legal analyst Neama Rahmani.
Live: DOJ releases ‘Phase 1’ of declassified Epstein files, more documents expected
The Justice Department is set to release new Jeffrey Epstein files today, including flight logs and names.
The Justice Department is set to release new Jeffrey Epstein files today, including flight logs and names.
Accused cop killer released from jail on bond
A Harris County judge is facing blowback following a decision to set bond for a man charged with capital murder in the 2024 death of a Harris County deputy. Dremone Francis was given a $1 million bond for the death of a Harris County deputy. Francis is charged with capital murder and tampering with evidence.
A Harris County judge is facing blowback following a decision to set bond for a man charged with capital murder in the 2024 death of a Harris County deputy. Dremone Francis was given a $1 million bond for the death of a Harris County deputy. Francis is charged with capital murder and tampering with evidence.
UVA stabbing: Shelter-in-place lifted, suspect detained
The shelter in place at the University of Virginia was lifted after UVA officials confirmed the situation was under control. The campus had been placed on lockdown while police searched for a knife-wielding suspect who allegedly stabbed a person. The suspect was detained. The stabbing victim was transported to the hospital, but their condition remains unknown.
The shelter in place at the University of Virginia was lifted after UVA officials confirmed the situation was under control. The campus had been placed on lockdown while police searched for a knife-wielding suspect who allegedly stabbed a person. The suspect was detained. The stabbing victim was transported to the hospital, but their condition remains unknown.
UVA emergency: Active attacker with knife on campus
An "active attacker with knife" has been reported on the campus of the University of Virginia, according to police. Officers were dispatched to the to the campus grounds for a report of a stabbing around 4:35 p.m. The victim was taken to the campus health facility. Thursday. UVA officials described the suspect as a middle-aged white male, in a white t-shirt, blue pants, and white shoes. Police are searching for the suspect, students and staff should stay where they are until the order is lifted. This marks the second time in a week that the University of Virginia has been placed under a shelter-in-place order.
An "active attacker with knife" has been reported on the campus of the University of Virginia, according to police. Officers were dispatched to the to the campus grounds for a report of a stabbing around 4:35 p.m. The victim was taken to the campus health facility. Thursday. UVA officials described the suspect as a middle-aged white male, in a white t-shirt, blue pants, and white shoes. Police are searching for the suspect, students and staff should stay where they are until the order is lifted. This marks the second time in a week that the University of Virginia has been placed under a shelter-in-place order.
Gene Hackman's cause of death not clear; deemed ‘suspicious’
A search warrant shows that Oscar-winner Gene Hackman, his wife and their dog had been dead for some time and the couple’s bodies were in different rooms.
A search warrant shows that Oscar-winner Gene Hackman, his wife and their dog had been dead for some time and the couple’s bodies were in different rooms.
ICE raids family-owned restaurant in South Jersey, arrests owners
A community is showing a South Jersey family support after their beloved restaurant in Haddon Township, Jersey Kebab, got an unexpected visit from ICE officers.
A community is showing a South Jersey family support after their beloved restaurant in Haddon Township, Jersey Kebab, got an unexpected visit from ICE officers.