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Judge denies new trial for man convicted in 1987 Franklin murder

Authorities changed Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

York Man Charged with Weapon Possession by Prohibited Person

Carey Kleckner faces multiple charges after deputies find knife and drug paraphernalia in his vehicle.

Verona Police Searching for Wanted Man Who Allegedly Lied During Escape

The suspect, Joseph Fisher, is wanted for providing false information to officers after fleeing a traffic stop.

McClain County Inmate Captured After Hospital Escape

The 22-year-old suspect was apprehended on Saturday after fleeing Purcell Municipal Hospital.

Miami Feds Charge 9 in Keys-to-County Immigration Sweep

New border crimes unit BICE leads cases ranging from illegal gun possession to unlawful reentry

Medical Incident at Bartholomew County Jail Under Investigation

State police probing how female inmate became unconscious in her cell

Man Sentenced to 3 Years for Parole Violation

Bartholomew County judge hands down prison term for contacting minor while on lifetime parole

NY Tour Bus Driver Charged in Deadly Thruway Crash

Bin Shao faces manslaughter and negligent homicide charges for August 2025 incident that killed 5 passengers.

Westchester Missing Child Rescue Operation Locates 43 Children and Teens

New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services partners with state Office of Children and Family Services and National Child Protection Task Force to find children at risk of exploitation and harm.

Waupaca County Jail Introduces New Inmate Communication System

The new system will provide inmates with wall-mounted phones and secure tablets at no cost to taxpayers.

Milford Mom Vanished Without a Trace 38 Years Ago

Elizabeth Kovalik's family still seeks answers after she missed Thanksgiving dinner in 1987 and disappeared.

Brooklyn Mother Claims Missing Son Never Existed Despite Tattoo

Police continue investigation into disappearance of 11-year-old autistic boy despite mother's denials

Missing Child Alert Issued for 15-Year-Old Boy in Miami

Abdul Olawale Jr. was last seen wearing a black hoodie and riding an electric scooter.

Oakland Woman Found Dead at Santa Rita Jail

Authorities investigating potential drug involvement in 36-year-old's death

Purcell man's car stolen by escaped inmate

Bryce Postle's vehicle taken while warming up outside his home

Judge Denies New Trial for Man Convicted in 1988 Franklin Murder

James 'Pennyhead' Taylor was denied a new trial in the 38-year-old murder case of 89-year-old Francis Schmidt.

DNA Recovered in Nancy Guthrie Case as Sheriff Remains Hopeful

Investigators find potential evidence as search continues for missing woman

FBI Investigates Disappearance of Savannah Guthrie's Mother

Authorities seize vehicle, analyze forensic evidence in search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie

7 Zizians Charged in 3 States After Border Agent's Killing

The group's violent ties span multiple states, but their prosecutions have stalled amid delays and little action in other cases.

Murdaugh's Murder Appeal Hinges on Silenced Juror

South Carolina's high court questions if jury tampering undermined a fair trial.

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