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Suspect dead in Santa Monica College workplace shooting: Police

The suspect in a shooting at a California college Monday that left an employee injured died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, authorities said.
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Santa Monica College's Center for Media and Design.
October 15, 2024 at 8:28 PM

Survivors, families of victims in Maine mass shooting file intent to sue military

A hundred survivors and family members of victims of the deadliest mass shooting in Maine's history announced Tuesday their intent to sue the military.
October 15, 2024 at 8:28 PM
In this Oct. 26, 2023, file photo, police back a up a truck at Schemengees Bar where a mass shooting occurred in Lewiston, Maine.
October 15, 2024 at 4:27 PM

2 suspects arrested in mass shooting near Tennessee State University homecoming event

Two suspects have been arrested in a mass shooting near a Tennessee State University homecoming football game event over the weekend, authorities said.
October 15, 2024 at 4:27 PM
Nashville police officers investigate a mass shooting that left one man dead and nine people injured near a Tennessee State University homecoming event on Oct. 12, 2024.
October 15, 2024 at 2:42 AM

2nd arrest made in deadly Michigan home invasion

Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a Michigan home invasion. The perpetrators are believed to have gained entry by posing as utility workers. 
October 15, 2024 at 2:42 AM
2nd arrest made in deadly Michigan home invasion
October 14, 2024 at 10:45 PM

2nd arrest made in deadly home invasion where perpetrators posed as utility men

Two suspects has been arrested in connection with a Michigan home invasion in which they are believed to have gained entry by posing as utility workers.
October 14, 2024 at 10:45 PM
The arrested suspect, identified by the sheriff's office as Carlos Jose Hernandez, seen on the victim's home security camera footage the night before the alleged homicide.
October 14, 2024 at 4:22 PM

Texas driver killed, two deputies wounded during Missouri traffic stop shootout

Authorities say a Texas man shot and wounded two deputies during a traffic stop before they returned fire and killed him
October 14, 2024 at 4:22 PM
October 14, 2024 at 10:27 AM

Manhunt after shooting near Tennessee State University

Police in Nashville are searching for the suspects involved in a shooting that killed least one person and wounded nine others, three of which are juveniles.
October 14, 2024 at 10:27 AM
VIDEO: Manhunt after shooting near Tennessee State University
October 13, 2024 at 11:36 PM

Suspect captured in killing deputy who tried to help woman being battered

A suspect in the killing of an off-duty Florida sheriff's deputy was captured Sunday, authorities said.
October 13, 2024 at 11:36 PM
 A nationwide search has been launched for an armed suspect, pictured in this surveillance image dressed all in black on Oct. 12, 2024, who gunned down a sheriff's corrections officer at a Jacksonville, Florida, gas station as he tried to intervene in a domestic violence incident. 
October 13, 2024 at 3:44 PM

1 dead, 9 injured after gunfire erupted near Tennessee State University: Police

Gunfire erupted between two groups of people during homecoming celebration events for Tennessee State University, Nashville Police Department officials said.
October 13, 2024 at 3:44 PM
VIDEO: 1 dead, 9 injured after gunfire erupted near Tennessee State University: Police
October 13, 2024 at 3:46 AM

1 dead, at least 12 injured in shooting at Oklahoma City party

The suspects are unknown at this time but several people have been detained.
October 13, 2024 at 3:46 AM
The suspects are unknown at this time but several people have been detained.
October 13, 2024 at 2:04 AM

1 dead, 9 injured after gunfire erupted near Tennessee State University: Police

One person is dead, and nine others are shot and injured after gunfire erupted during homecoming celebration events for Tennessee State University, police said.
October 13, 2024 at 2:04 AM
October 13, 2024 at 1:25 AM

A vehicle dropping off a shooting victim struck 3 nurses, critically wounding 1

Authorities say a vehicle fleeing a Philadelphia hospital after dropping off a gunshot victim struck three nurses who were trying to treat the patient, injuring one critically
October 13, 2024 at 1:25 AM
October 12, 2024 at 7:34 PM

A man was shot to death in confrontation with law enforcement officers in Kansas

Authorities in Kansas say a man was shot to death by law enforcement officers during a confrontation
October 12, 2024 at 7:34 PM
October 12, 2024 at 4:06 PM

1 dead, at least 12 injured in shooting at Oklahoma City party

At least one person has been killed and 12 others have been injured in a shooting that took place at a party inside an event center in Oklahoma City, police said.
October 12, 2024 at 4:06 PM
In this screen grab from a video, law enforcement officials are shown at the scene of a shooting at a Halloween party in Oklahoma City, on Oct. 12, 2024.
October 11, 2024 at 11:42 PM

Road rage shooting in LA leaves 1 dead, shuts down Interstate 5 for hours

An apparent road rage shooting during rush hour traffic in Los Angeles has killed one person and injured another
October 11, 2024 at 11:42 PM
FILE - Vehicles line Interstate 5 south bound in heavy traffic Nov. 14, 2023, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes, File)
October 11, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Gunmen kill 21 miners in southwest Pakistan ahead of an Asian security summit

Police say gunmen killed 21 miners and wounded six others in Pakistan’s southwest
October 11, 2024 at 8:46 PM
Injured men receive treatment at a hospital in Quetta, Pakistan, Friday, Oct. 11, 2024, following Thursday attack by gunmen in Balochistan province. (AP Photo/Arshad Butt)
October 8, 2024 at 11:21 PM

New trial date set for Ralph Yarl shooting suspect pending mental health evaluation

Andrew Lester, charged in the shooting of Ralph Yarl after the teenager went to the wrong house, appeared for a hearing after a judge ordered a mental health evaluation.
October 8, 2024 at 11:21 PM
Ralph Yarl
October 8, 2024 at 7:07 AM

US Marshals arrest man 5 months after he shot victim in head, set them on fire: Cops

The U.S. Marshals have arrested a man who has eluded capture for five months after they say he shot somebody in the head before setting them on fire, authorities said.
October 8, 2024 at 7:07 AM
September 26, 2024 at 9:37 AM

1 dead after hijacked bus speeds through LA with driver held at gunpoint

A Los Angeles bus was allegedly hijacked with the driver being forced to drive at gunpoint before police were able to apprehend the suspect.
September 26, 2024 at 9:37 AM
A Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority bus was allegedly hijacked with the driver being forced to drive at gunpoint before police were able to apprehend the suspect, Sept. 25, 2024.
September 25, 2024 at 8:19 PM

Sheriff accused of shooting judge pleads not guilty, could face death penalty

The Kentucky sheriff accused of fatally shooting a judge could face the death penalty if convicted, according to a special judge appointed to preside over the case.
September 25, 2024 at 8:19 PM
Letcher County Sheriff Shawn Stines is charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a judge.
September 24, 2024 at 12:13 AM

Police offer $100,000 reward in hunt for gunmen behind Birmingham mass shooting

Multiple shooters are wanted for killing four and injuring 17 outside a lounge in the Alabama city's Five Points South Entertainment District on Saturday night.
September 24, 2024 at 12:13 AM
VIDEO: Police offer $100,000 reward in hunt for gunmen behind Birmingham mass shooting
September 23, 2024 at 7:53 PM

Birmingham mass shooting: $100,000 reward announced as police hunt for gunmen

Officials have announced up to $100,000 in reward funds for information leading to the arrest of the gunman or gunmen behind a mass shooting in Birmingham, Alabama.
September 23, 2024 at 7:53 PM
Officials have announced up to $100,000 in reward funds for information leading to the arrest of the gunman or gunmen behind a mass shooting in Birmingham, Alabama.
September 23, 2024 at 5:27 PM

Birmingham mass shooting: Police plead for info, offer $100K reward

Officials have announced up to $100,000 in reward funds for information leading to the arrest of the gunman or gunmen behind a mass shooting in Birmingham, Alabama.
September 23, 2024 at 5:27 PM
Victims lie on the ground as police respond to a deadly mass shooting where many were also wounded outside a nightclub in Birmingham, Alabama, U.S., September 21, 2024 in this picture obtained from social media.
September 23, 2024 at 1:10 PM

21 people shot by multiple gunmen on Birmingham street, police say

Four people were killed and at least 17 injured in a shooting in Birmingham, Alabama, on Saturday night, police said.
September 23, 2024 at 1:10 PM
The scene of a fatal Saturday night shooting outside Hush, a hookah lounge, in the Five Points neighborhood of Birmingham, Ala., Sept. 22, 2024.
September 23, 2024 at 1:09 AM

Deadly shooting in Birmingham, Alabama, called 'targeted shooting '

Four people were killed and 17 others were injured when multiple shooters opened fire Saturday.
September 23, 2024 at 1:09 AM
VIDEO: Deadly shooting in Birmingham, Alabama, called 'targeted shooting '
September 23, 2024 at 12:24 AM

Birmingham officials give update after shooting

Police said the incident was "not random and stemmed from an isolated incident where multiple victims were caught in the cross fire."
September 23, 2024 at 12:24 AM
Police said the incident was "not random and stemmed from an isolated incident where multiple victims were caught in the cross fire."
September 22, 2024 at 8:52 PM

4 dead, at least 17 injured in Alabama mass shooting

A mass shooting at a busy nightlife district in Birmingham, Alabama, left 4 dead and at least 17 injured. Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond reacts.
September 22, 2024 at 8:52 PM
VIDEO: 4 dead, 17 injured in Alabama mass shooting
September 22, 2024 at 1:52 PM

At least 4 killed, dozens injured in Birmingham shooting

Police said officers responded to reports of a major shooting in the Five Points South area of Birmingham, Alabama, on Saturday night.
September 22, 2024 at 1:52 PM
VIDEO: At least 4 killed, dozens injured in Birmingham shooting
September 22, 2024 at 2:58 AM

Sheriff allegedly guns down judge in his chambers

Investigators are searching for a motive after a Kentucky sheriff was arrested for allegedly gunning down a judge in his chambers, officials said.
September 22, 2024 at 2:58 AM
Judge Kevin Mullins
September 21, 2024 at 12:46 AM

Kentucky sheriff accused of shooting judge in courthouse chambers: Officials

A judge in a rural Kentucky county was shot and killed in his courthouse chambers. The local sheriff has been charged with murder in connection to the shooting.
September 21, 2024 at 12:46 AM
VIDEO: Kentucky sheriff accused of shooting judge in courthouse chambers: Officials
September 20, 2024 at 10:19 PM

Driver arrested a year after apparent road rage shooting

Jacob Daniel Serna, 29, was initially interviewed as a witness at the scene of a murder and has now been arrested in the apparent road rage shooting, Texas authorities said.
September 20, 2024 at 10:19 PM
Jacob Daniel Serna, 29, was initially interviewed as a witness at the scene of a murder and has now been arrested in the apparent road rage shooting, Texas authorities said.
September 20, 2024 at 8:57 PM

Son arrested in the murder of his father, stepmom and stepbrother: Police

A man has been arrested for the murder of his father, his father's wife and her teenage son, who were found shot to death at their Vermont home, police said Friday.
September 20, 2024 at 8:57 PM
Police investigate a triple homicide at a home in Pawlet, Vermont.
1 month ago

Kentucky judge shot, killed in his chambers, governor says

A Kentucky judge was shot and killed in his chambers on Thursday, Gov. Andy Beshear said. The courthouse will be closed on Friday, per an order by Letcher County Judge/Executive Terry Adams.
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VIDEO: Kentucky judge shot, killed in his chambers, governor says
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Body discovered near site of Kentucky interstate shooting believed to be suspect

Kentucky State Police announced Wednesday night that the body discovered in the woods earlier in the day is believed to be suspect Joseph Couch.
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In this photo released by the London Police Department, Joseph Couch is shown.
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Family members found shot to death at their Vermont home: Police

A man, his wife and her 13-year-old son were found shot to death at their home in Pawlet, Vermont, state police said.
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A man, his wife and her 13-year-old son were found shot to death at their home in Pawlet, Vermont, state police said.
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What the 911 calls in Georgia high school shooting reveal

The emergency dispatch center that received active shooter reports from a Georgia high school was overwhelmed with 911 calls as the situation unfolded.
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Georgia Bureau of Investigation staff move through an entrance to Apalachee High School after Wednesday's shooting, Sept. 5, 2024, in Winder, Ga.
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Teen planning homecoming photos said he was 'going to die' after being shot

A teenager who was shot in the face while looking for a place to take homecoming photos told deputies he screamed "I was going to die," according to an affidavit.
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The booking photo for Brent Metz.
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Customer fatally shoots teenage restaurant worker: Police

A Waffle House employee was fatally shot by a customer who became "agitated and verbally abusive" toward employees, according to the Laurinburg Police Department.
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In this image released by the Laurinburg Police Department, a man suspected of fatally shooting a Waffle House employee is shown.
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Here's where the 2024 presidential candidates stand on guns

The 2024 presidential candidates have spoken about their policy ideas related to gun violence and gun regulations, as gun deaths remain a major problem in the country
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Gun Control
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Teen shot in face while looking for place to take homecoming pictures

The 17-year-old was hospitalized with serious injuries after the incident in Colorado. Mountain View town council member Brent Metz was accused in the shooting.
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VIDEO: Teen shot in face while looking for place to take homecoming pictures
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Teen shot in the face while looking for location to take homecoming pictures

A 17-year-old was shot in the face while he looking for a location to take homecoming pictures in Colorado, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.
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The booking photo for Brent Metz.
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Kentucky officials give update on I-75 shooting and manhunt for suspect

Four of the five victims in Saturday’s shooting on I-75 have been released from the hospital and the fifth is expected to survive according to Gov. Andy Beshear.
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Four of the five victims in Saturday’s shooting on I-75 have been released from the hospital and the fifth is expected to survive according to Gov. Andy Beshear.
1 month ago

Hunt for freeway shooting suspect enters 6th day

The hunt for the suspected gunman in an eastern Kentucky interstate shooting that left five people injured entered its sixth day Thursday.
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Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear speaks at a news conference about the manhunt for suspected highway shooter, Joseph Couch, Sept. 12, 2024.
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15-year-old boy shot at school, suspect in custody

A 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after he was shot at his high school in Omaha, Nebraska, on Tuesday, police said.
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A 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after he was shot at his high school in Omaha, Nebraska, on Tuesday, police said.
1 month ago

Kentucky police intensify hunt for freeway shooting suspect

Authorities believe suspected sniper Joseph Couch is armed and dangerous. The search area includes a heavily wooded area, and people are urged to stay off the trails.
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VIDEO: Kentucky police intensify hunt for freeway shooting suspect
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Suspect in Kentucky freeway shooting bought weapon legally that morning: Officials

The man authorities have named as a suspect in a Kentucky freeway shooting bought the weapon used in the incident legally on the morning of the shooting.
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This handout image taken and released by the Mount Vernon Fire Department shows traffic stopped on Interstate 75 during an active shooter incident near London, Ky., Sept. 7, 2024.
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15-year-old boy in critical condition after being shot at school; suspect in custody

A 15-year-old boy is in critical condition after he was shot at his high school in Omaha, Nebraska, on Tuesday, police said.
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Northwest High School in Omaha, Neb. after a school shooting, Sept. 10, 2024.
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Andrew Lester, suspect in Ralph Yarl shooting, to undergo mental health check: judge

The trial for Andrew Lester, who is charged in the shooting of Ralph Yarl, was delayed indefinitely pending a mental evaluation to determine if he is fit to stand trial.
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Ralph Yarl is shown smiling for a photo.
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Kentucky police hunt suspect in freeway shooting

Joseph Couch is suspected of being the sniper who fired at drivers on Saturday, and authorities believe he is hiding in a dense forest.
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VIDEO: Kentucky police hunt suspect in freeway shooting
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Freeway shooting suspect threatened to 'kill a lot of people' before attack: Warrant

A massive search went into its third day Monday for the suspect in a Kentucky interstate shooting that injured seven people and left a dozen vehicles with bullet holes.
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This handout image taken and released by the Mount Vernon Fire Department shows traffic stopped on Interstate 75 during an active shooter incident near London, Ky., Sept. 7, 2024.