Children Reportedly Slept on Pizza Boxes While Mom Collected Benefits, Prosecutors Say

Children Reportedly Slept on Pizza Boxes While Mom Collected Benefits, Prosecutors Say

Pontiac, Michigan — A Michigan woman accused of abandoning her children in a home described by authorities as unlivable has been sentenced in a welfare fraud case, but far more serious criminal allegations remain pending as prosecutors prepare for an upcoming child abuse trial. Kelli Bryant, 35, received two years of probation and was ordered … Read more

Pregnant Woman Crashes Into Massachusetts Hotel, Opens Fire Before Dying From Self-Inflicted Gunshot, Officials Say

Pregnant Woman Crashes Into Massachusetts Hotel, Opens Fire Before Dying From Self-Inflicted Gunshot, Officials Say

Sturbridge, Massachusetts — Authorities are investigating a dramatic overnight shooting at a hotel in central Massachusetts that left one guest critically injured and a pregnant suspect dead after what officials described as a fast-moving and highly complicated incident. The shooting unfolded shortly before 1 a.m. at the Sturbridge Plaza Hotel, where investigators say a woman … Read more

Man Accused of Brandishing Knife on Miami Beach Says He Was ‘Just Trying to Get Girls’ Numbers’

Man Accused of Brandishing Knife on Miami Beach Says He Was ‘Just Trying to Get Girls’ Numbers’

Miami Beach, Florida — A late-night disturbance in one of South Florida’s busiest tourist destinations ended with an arrest after a man allegedly frightened visitors by displaying a knife and following people along Ocean Drive, according to police. The incident unfolded Tuesday night in the heart of South Beach, where authorities say a suspect armed … Read more

Drunk Driver Allegedly Dragged Woman Under BMW After Running Red Light and Hitting Three Pedestrians

Drunk Driver Allegedly Dragged Woman Under BMW After Running Red Light and Hitting Three Pedestrians

Denver, Colorado — A suspected drunk-driving crash in downtown Denver left three young women injured early Sunday morning after a driver allegedly ran a red light and struck them in a crosswalk before dragging one victim underneath his vehicle for a significant distance. Authorities say the frightening incident unfolded as crowds were leaving nearby bars … Read more

6-Year-Old Girl Died After Interstate Crash; Her Mother Now Faces Manslaughter Charge

6-Year-Old Girl Died After Interstate Crash; Her Mother Now Faces Manslaughter Charge

Arlington, Texas — A North Texas woman is facing serious criminal charges months after a crash that claimed the life of her young daughter, following an investigation that authorities say uncovered evidence of possible impairment behind the wheel. The Arlington Police Department announced that 21-year-old Courtney Getz was arrested on June 16 and charged with … Read more

Rising New Jersey Teen Wrestling Champion Dies in Tragic E-Bike Collision With UPS Truck

Rising New Jersey Teen Wrestling Champion Dies in Tragic E-Bike Collision With UPS Truck

Southampton Township, New Jersey — A New Jersey high school wrestling standout is being remembered by teammates, coaches, and the wider wrestling community after he was killed in a tragic e-bike crash involving a UPS truck. Authorities identified the victim as Chase Sudano, a sophomore at St. Augustine High School and one of the state’s … Read more

1-Year-Old Girl Dies After Allegedly Being Fed Only Food Pouches and Yogurt, Authorities Say

1-Year-Old Girl Dies After Allegedly Being Fed Only Food Pouches and Yogurt, Authorities Say

St. Louis, Missouri — A Missouri woman is facing serious criminal charges after authorities say her 1-year-old daughter died from apparent starvation and another young child was discovered severely malnourished inside the family’s apartment. The case has sparked outrage after investigators revealed details about the children’s physical condition and the alleged lack of medical care … Read more

6-Month-Old Baby Suffered Brain Bleeding and Fractures; Mother Receives Probation Deal

6-Month-Old Baby Suffered Brain Bleeding and Fractures; Mother Receives Probation Deal

Jonesboro, Arkansas — A 21-year-old Arkansas woman who admitted to abusing her infant child has been sentenced to probation after prosecutors said the baby suffered devastating injuries that medical experts compared to those typically seen in a severe automobile crash. Ryanne Foster, of Jonesboro, pleaded guilty to second-degree battery and was sentenced this week to … Read more

Former Hospital Employee Accused of Killing Co-Worker Hours After Being Fired

Former Hospital Employee Accused of Killing Co-Worker Hours After Being Fired

Wilmington, Delaware — A former Wilmington Hospital employee is facing murder and attempted murder charges after authorities say he returned to the hospital and shot two co-workers, killing one and seriously injuring another in a targeted attack that triggered a massive law enforcement response. The shooting occurred Tuesday afternoon inside Wilmington Hospital and left staff, … Read more

Self-Proclaimed ‘Fire Goddess’ Accused of Setting Vehicle Ablaze With Sleeping Friends Inside

Self-Proclaimed ‘Fire Goddess’ Accused of Setting Vehicle Ablaze With Sleeping Friends Inside

Hesperia, California — A woman who describes herself as a “fire goddess” is facing serious criminal charges after authorities say she intentionally set a vehicle ablaze while multiple people were inside, creating a potentially deadly situation that investigators allege could have ended in tragedy. Nicole Najlis, 30, was arrested after a fire destroyed two vehicles … Read more