FALL RIVER, Mass. – Four men from Fall River have been indicted in connection with the unsolved May 13, 2023, homicide of 23-year-old Diamonte Odom, according to Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn III. The indictments are the result of a long-term grand jury investigation led by Assistant District Attorney Tara Burdman and supported … Read more
GERMANTOWN, Maryland – An oral surgeon in Maryland has been sentenced to 45 years in prison after being convicted of depraved-heart murder, in a case that far exceeded state sentencing recommendations. James Ryan, 50, the former owner of Evolution Oral Surgery, met the punishment with little reaction as Circuit Court Judge Cheryl A. McCally delivered … Read more
ETOWAH COUNTY, Alabama – A tragic incident in Etowah County resulted in the death of a 9-year-old boy and his 45-year-old mother due to a shooting on Tuesday night, as confirmed by the coroner. The Etowah County Sheriff’s deputies were back at the home on Glen Gap Road in the Tabor-Highland Community on Wednesday afternoon … Read more
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — A Kentucky man accused of committing heinous crimes against his own family, including child abuse and sexual assault, made an appearance in court on Tuesday. The man, whose name has not been disclosed, faces a multitude of charges in connection with the alleged crimes. According to authorities, the man is accused … Read more
LAS VEGAS, Nevada – A violent attack inside a Las Vegas courtroom has left the city in shock. The incident involved a 30-year-old man with a criminal history who launched an assault on the presiding judge during his sentencing hearing for attempted battery with substantial bodily harm. The violent outburst was caught on video, showing … Read more
AUGUSTA, Maine — Maine lawmakers gathered at the State House in Augusta for the first legislative session since the Lewiston mass shooting. The return was marked with moments of silence and displays of tributes to honor the victims of the tragedy. Before the Senate and House convened, hundreds of Mainers showed up at the State … Read more
TOKYO, Japan – A powerful magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck the west coast of Japan on Monday, resulting in reports of at least four fatalities. The quake also triggered tsunami warnings, which were later lifted, though the Japan Meteorological Agency continued to issue tsunami advisories due to ongoing aftershocks. The epicenter of the earthquake was located … Read more
LOWELL, Mass. (AP) — A Lawrence woman faced arraignment in Lowell District Court on Tuesday on two counts of animal cruelty stemming from an incident caught on security cameras. Kimberly Hernandez, 30, pleaded not guilty to allegedly hitting, kicking, and throwing a Yorkie dog named Rex. She was released on a $5,000 cash or surety … Read more
KERMAN, Iran – Two explosions rocked Kerman, Iran, during a commemoration for General Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in a U.S. drone strike in 2020. The deadly blasts, which occurred minutes apart, resulted in at least 103 deaths and left 141 others wounded. As the Middle East continues to grapple with Israel’s conflict with Hamas … Read more
AUSTIN, Texas – Suspected serial killer Raul Meza may be connected to a cold case homicide, according to court documents. The 63-year-old has already confessed to the killings of two individuals in 2019 and 2023, both of whom were strangled. Additionally, Meza has claimed two more killings in San Antonio after being released from prison … Read more