DC police chief to remain in control of MPD after DC Attorney General files lawsuit

D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith will remain in control of the Metropolitan Police Department after D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb filed a lawsuit Friday challenging what he called an unlawful attempt by the federal government to seize control of the city’s police force.

Florida deputies seize enough fentanyl to kill over 389,000 people, officials say

Orange County deputies executed a narcotic search warrant this week, resulting in a major drug bust that seized enough fentanyl to kill over 389,000 people.

President Trump to meet with President Putin in Alaska
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A critical meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin will take place in Alaska Friday. The two are meeting for the first time in six years to discuss what it will take to stop Russia?s invasion of Ukraine. Trump warned of "very severe consequences" for Russia if Putin doesn?t agree to a deal to end the fighting.

5 arrested in Border Patrol incident near Apopka HS, prompting lockdown: officials

Apopka High School has lifted its security hold after a traffic stop near campus led to several individuals fleeing from a vehicle early Friday morning.

Florida man shoots, kills person in road rage incident, says driver was 'blocking me in': arrest report

A 24-year-old man, Jaden Harris, has been charged with second-degree homicide after allegedly shooting and killing 43-year-old Joseph Hall Jr. during a dispute over a blocked vehicle in Sanford.

Michigan sign-stealing scandal: NCAA fines university, suspends Sherrone Moore

The NCAA has imposed discipline for Michigan Wolverines including fines and suspensions related to a sign-stealing scandal involving former team staffer Connor Stalions.

Arrests made after pack of ‘reckless’ bike riders bombard Tampa streets

It was chaos on two wheels Wednesday as police say a group of about 200 riders took over city streets, weaving through traffic, running red lights and even riding against traffic.

Victims of AT&T data breaches could claim up to $7,500 in new $177M settlement

AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.

No charges for Florida JSO officer in arrest of man punched, dragged from his car

Prosecutors declined to charge Jacksonville Officer D. Bowers, saying his actions during the arrest of William McNeil were lawful. Despite viral video showing violence, officials cited bodycam footage showing McNeil ignored commands. McNeil’s lawyers criticized the decision and called for a federal investigation.

DOJ worker fired after allegedly throwing sandwich at federal officer: AG Bondi

A Department of Justice worker has been fired and charged with a felony after allegedly throwing a Subway sandwich at a federal officer during a confrontation in downtown D.C., according to Attorney General Pam Bondi.

Crane collapses on Florida home, officials say

A crane collapsed onto a home in Merritt Island on Wednesday, according to the company that owns the equipment.

Oldest-ever Great Lakes lake trout recorded in Lake Superior

The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.

DeSantis announces plans for Florida immigration detention expansion
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced his plans to expand the state's capacity to detain and deport undocumented immigrants through a new "Deportation Depot." DeSantis said he's confident Florida needs additional capacity to host undocumented immigrants in addition to "Alligator Alcatraz" in South Florida. The new "Deportation Depot" will be able to hold more than 1,300 detainees with the same services offered as Alligator Alcatraz.

Sen. Moody introduces bill to protect first responders
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U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody is urging lawmakers to pass the "Graham Hoffman Act." Moody says the bill "will protect those who keep our communities safe and punish criminals who attack them." The legislation is named in honor of Graham Hoffman, a paramedic who was attacked and killed in the line of duty by a known criminal.