‘Rust’ star Alec Baldwin’s battle to dismiss criminal charges gets ugly in court, ruling expected next week

Alec Baldwin's lawyers argued for their motion to dismiss his involuntary manslaughter charge during a virtual hearing Friday on the "Rust" movie shooting.

French security reinforcements ease violent unrest in New Caledonia

After France imposed a state of emergency in New Caledonia, violent incidents slightly declined following the deployment of promised reinforcements, authorities say.

Ex-Connecticut budget official for Gov. Lamont arrested on federal charges

Former Connecticut official Konstantinos “Kosta" Diamantis, known for his involvement in school construction grants, has been arrested on federal charges.

Liam Neeson, Sharon Stone urge Hollywood to embrace Kevin Spacey after his acquittal on sexual assault charges

Liam Neeson, Sharon Stone and more come to Kevin Spacey's defense after the actor was blacklisted from Hollywood following sexual assault allegations.

France grapples to regain control of violent unrest in New Caledonia as death toll rises to 4

Riots have erupted in New Caledonia, resulting in four deaths and widespread destruction. France has declared a state of emergency and aims to restore order.

Southern border migrant encounters decrease slightly but gotaways still surge under Biden

The number of migrants encounters at the southern border declined slightly in April but gotaways in the past three years were more than the entire decade spanning 2010-2020.

Michael Cohen returns as final witness in NYC AG Bragg's criminal prosecution of Trump

Defense attorneys for former President Trump are expected to continue their cross-examination of Michael Cohen when court resumes Thursday morning

David Copperfield denies sexual misconduct allegations: 'False accusations must stop'

David Copperfield is facing more than a dozen accusations of sexual misconduct. The illusionist denied the claims in a statement to Fox News Digital.

Angie Harmon sues Instacart driver who allegedly shot and killed her dog

Angie Harmon sued the Instacart driver that allegedly shot and killed her dog, according to court documents filed on May 10. The actress is asking for a trial by jury.

Palestinian man who fatally stabbed 2 teens on train sentenced to life in prison by German court

A German court has convicted a 34-year-old man of murder and attempted murder for a fatal stabbing on a train in Brokstedt last January, authorities say.

Former Gambian interior minister sentenced for crimes against humanity by Swiss court

The former interior minister of Gambia has been convicted by Switzerland’s top criminal court for crimes against humanity, resulting in a 20-year prison sentence.

France's Macron considers imposing state of emergency in New Caledonia over violent unrest

French President Emmanuel Macron is considering imposing a state of emergency in New Caledonia, a French territory in the Pacific, in response to a surge in violence.

Migrants in NYPD Times Square attack offered plea deals, including 1 just re-arrested for allegedly stealing

Six migrants accused of attacking two NYPD police officers in Times Square were offered plea deals on Tuesday while it was revealed that one of the accused was nabbed last week for stealing in Macy's.

Steve Buscemi proudly served New York as firefighter before random violent attack

New footage has emerged of Steve Buscemi, moments before the violent attack against him in New York City. The actor has been a lifelong resident, working for a while as a firefighter.

Ex-University of Missouri frat member pleads guilty in hazing case that left pledge blind, paralyzed

Ryan Delanty, a former University of Missouri fraternity member, has pleaded guilty to supplying liquor to a minor and misdemeanor hazing, officials say.

2 officers killed, inmate escapes after deadly ambush in France

An attack on a prison convoy in northwestern France has left two prison officers dead and three others seriously injured, according to French authorities.

2 men held without bail after allegedly plotting ISIS-inspired attack against Jews in England

Two men appeared in a London court on Tuesday and were held without bail on charges of planning an ISIS-inspired attack to kill Jews in northwest England.

Dolton board makes new move against scandal-ridden 'supermayor' Tiffany Henyard

Dolton board members have appointed a mayor pro tempore to serve in place of controversial Mayor Tiffany Henyard should she not to execute her duties

Top Russian defense official arrested on bribery charges amid Kremlin shake-up

Russian authorities have arrested a second senior Defense Ministry official on bribery charges days after President Vladimir Putin replaced the defense minister.

Man who fathered his daughter's 7 children in captivity to be moved to prison from psychiatric detention

Austrian judges have ruled that Josef Fritzl, who imprisoned and raped his daughter for 24 years, can be moved from psychiatric detention to a regular prison.

Man who fathered his daughter's 7 children in captivity to be moved to prison from psychiatric detention

Austrian judges have ruled that Josef Fritzl, who imprisoned and raped his daughter for 24 years, can be moved from psychiatric detention to a regular prison.

Curfew imposed in New Caledonia following 'high-intensity' violent unrest triggered by voting reforms

Authorities in New Caledonia have implemented a two-day curfew and banned gatherings following violent unrest in Noumea and other areas, officials said.

Former army lawyer sentenced to prison after exposing alleged Australian war crimes in Afghanistan

David McBride, a former army lawyer, has been sentenced to nearly six years in prison for leaking classified information about alleged Australian war crimes in Afghanistan.

Hong Kong calls for respect of trade offices after UK staffer charged with espionage

Hong Kong has called on foreign governments to respect the city's trade offices abroad after a staff member in its London branch was charged in Britain.

4 arrested after police raid drug lab on Indonesia's Bali resort island

Indonesian police say they have raided a major drug lab hidden in a villa on the resort island of Bali. Police arrested four people allegedly linked to the lab.

Kazakhstani ex-government official sentenced for wife's torture and murder in Central Asia

Kazakhstan’s Supreme Court has convicted a former government official of torturing and brutally murdering his wife and sentenced him to prison, officials say.

Ex-pharmacy exec sentenced for role in deadly meningitis outbreak caused by mold-tainted drugs

Barry Cadden, the former president of New England Compounding Center, has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in the deaths of 11 Michigan residents.

3 men charged in UK for allegedly collaborating with Hong Kong intelligence service

Three men in the U.K. have been charged with assisting the Hong Kong intelligence service, following their arrest earlier this month by counterterrorism police.

Colorado teen pleads guilty to rock attack on car that killed female driver

A Colorado who was part of a group that threw rocks at cars last year -- killing a woman -- has pleased guilty to several charges as part of plea deal.

Memphis police fatally shoot armed suspect in domestic disturbance that injured man

An armed suspect was fatally shot by police responding to a domestic disturbance on Friday in Memphis. An injured man at the scene was also hospitalized.

Arrest made in 2001 murder of Georgia law student found dead in burning home

Authorities have arrested a man who they believe killed a University of Georgia law student more than two decades ago. Twenty-three-year-old Tara Louise Baker was found dead in 2001.

Anti-Israel teen, 16, arrested for defacing WWI memorial: NYPD

A16-year-old boy has been arrested for defacing a WWI monument in Central Park by spray painting “Gaza" in red across the base of the structure.

Anti-Israel teen, 16, arrested for defacing WWI memorial after father turns him in: NYPD

A16-year-old boy has been arrested for defacing a WWI monument in Central Park by spray painting “Gaza" in red across the base of the structure.

Bodycam footage shows moment deputy fatally shoots Air Force airman at his home

Police in Florida have released video of a deputy fatally shooting an Air Force airman as he answered the door to his apartment last week.

Anti-Israel teen, 16, arrested for defacing WW1 memorial after father turns him in: NYPD

A16-year-old boy has been arrested for defacing a WW1 monument in Central Park by spray painting “Gaza" in red across the base of the structure.

Phillies' Trea Turner impersonator allegedly scams elderly fan out of hefty sum: 'I should've known better'

The 70-year-old victim appeared to be under the impression the two-time MLB All-Star was directly communicating with her on social media.

Iowa sued over hardline immigration law; rights groups claim it's unconstitutional

A newly passed law making it a crime for an illegal immigrant to be in Iowa is being challenged in court as unconstitutional by civil rights and immigration groups.

Polish judge has immunity lifted after fleeing to Russia's autocratic ally Belarus

A judge in Poland has had his immunity lifted by a disciplinary court after fleeing to Belarus. Poland's prosecutors initiated an investigation based on espionage allegations

Guns thefts from cars have tripled over the past decade, FBI data shows

Over the past decade, the rate of guns stolen from cars in the U.S. has tripled, now constituting the largest source of stolen firearms in the country.

Russian deputy defense minister facing bribery charges has appeal for house arrest denied

Timur Ivanov, a Russian deputy defense minister, had his appeal for house arrest denied by a Moscow court as he faces bribery charges, according to officials.

Haiti's transitional council adopts unprecedented leadership rotation as country faces deadly gang violence

Haiti's transitional council is implementing unexpected changes in response to ongoing gang violence and internal discord within the Caribbean country.

Former Fiji prime minister sentenced to prison for interfering in criminal investigation

Former Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama has been sentenced to prison for attempting to obstruct a criminal investigation during his time in office.

Cartels lure American teens to smuggle illegals: 'No idea what they're getting into' – and 'no way out'

Cartels are using social media posts featuring pictures of cash and jewelry and the promise of easy money to lure teens into smuggling migrants across the U.S. border, experts say.

Thailand's prime minister moves to outlaw marijuana 2 years after its decriminalization

The Prime Minister of Thailand on Wednesday announced plans to reclassify cannabis as a narcotic, reversing the country's legalization about two years ago.

Brutal assault on Berlin politician sparks alarm over rising political violence in Germany

A Berlin politician was violently assaulted during an event at a library. Police reported that a 74-year-old man struck her with a bag containing a hard object.

Ukraine tycoon jailed after being named suspect in decades-old murder attempt, police say

Ukraine tycoon Ihor Kolomoisky is suspected of orchestrating a murder attempt on a lawyer over a corporate dispute 20 years ago, authorities have confirmed.

I witnessed the campus crisis at Columbia University in 1968, and shocked to see history rhyme in '24

I vividly remember the Columbia crisis of ’68. Then, as now, a large group of students and outside agitators swarmed the university to protest the issue of the day.

Drake's security guard in serious condition after drive-by shooting outside rapper's multimillion-dollar home

Drake's security guard was shot outside of his Toronto mansion in the Bridle Path neighborhood at 2 a.m. Tuesday. Police are investigating the shooting.

Australian woman pleads not guilty to murdering her ex-husband's family with poisonous mushrooms

A woman has pleaded not guilty to charges of murder and attempted murder in an Australian court. She is accused of serving poisonous mushrooms to her ex-husband's family.

Wife of slain deputy US Marshal speaks of suspect publicly for first time: 'No regard for human life'

Kelly Weeks, wife of slain Deputy U.S. Marshal Thomas Weeks, said suspect Terry Clark Hughes Jr. "did not have any regard for human life" at a Charlotte memorial service Monday.

Russian suspect in $4B Bitcoin fraud pleads partially guilty in US

Alexander Vinnik, a Russian national, has pleaded partially guilty to charges of money laundering. A plea bargain has been reached, according to his lawyer.

Nigerian journalist's arrest sparks outcry over press freedom restrictions

Last week, Nigerian journalist Daniel Ojukwu was arrested in Lagos, triggering concerns about declining press freedoms in Nigeria. Nigeria ranks low in press freedom.

Building fire that killed 76 in South Africa was caused by building negligence, report says

A report on a deadly building fire in South Africa that killed 76 people blames city authorities for neglecting safety concerns at the building for years prior.

Texas dad reveals chilling text he received moments before wife shot 3-year-old son

Texas woman Savannah Kriger told her toddler's father, Brian Kriger, to "say goodbye to [his] son" Kaiden via text in the moments before she killed the boy in a murder-suicide on March 18.

Juror in New Hampshire youth center abuse trial voices concern over $38M verdict

A juror who awarded a New Hampshire man $38 million in a landmark lawsuit over abuse at the state's youth detention center has voiced concerns about the outcome.

NY v. Trump to resume Monday after eventful third week of testimony, thousands of dollars of gag order fines

Former President Trump’s criminal trial will resume Monday after an eventful third week that saw key witnesses testify and brought thousands of dollars in fines.

Mugshots of the week: April 28-May 4, 2024

These mugshots were taken for arrests made throughout the U.S. the week of April 28-May 4, 2024.

Fourth body found in search for US and Australian surfers who mysteriously vanished in Mexico

Mexican authorities have discovered a fourth body in addition to the three found in a popular Mexican tourist area where an American and two Australians suddenly vanished last week.

3 bodies found in search for US and Australian surfers who mysteriously vanished in Mexico

Mexican authorities have discovered three bodies in a popular Mexican tourist area where an American and two Australians suddenly vanished last week.

Dean Phillips becomes first House Democrat to call on Rep. Cuellar to resign after indictment

Rep. Dean Phillips was the first House Democrat to call on colleague Rep. Henry Cuellar, also a Democrat, to resign after his bribery and conspiracy indictment Friday.

Student grazed in head by stray bullet fired into Washington DC classroom

A stray bullet struck a 17-year-old female student in the head Friday morning during a wild shoot-out outside her Washington D.C. school.

Cambodia's Supreme Court upholds prison sentence for labor union leader in strike

Cambodia’s Supreme Court has upheld the prison sentence of a labor union leader who led a prolonged strike against NagaWorld, the country's largest casino.

New York officers ticket striped bass poachers after discovering illegal catches hidden in odd places

Environmental Conservation Officers on Long Island, New York, have been catching poachers after anglers were reeling in out-of-season striped bass and hiding them.

NYPD chief scolds 'defund the police' lawmaker after she criticized police clearing out Columbia

NYPD Chief of Patrol John Chell on Wednesday ripped a city lawmaker for criticizing police clearing out protesters from Columbia University.

Texans general manager provides update on star receiver Tank Dell after shooting

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio says wide receiver Tank Dell is "doing great" and "moving in the right direction" after being shot.

Elderly Texas restaurant owner attacked by suspects who refused to pay bill and are still on the loose

A disturbing video has been released showing the moment an elderly Texas restaurant owner was attacked by a group of deadbeats who he says refused to pay for their meals at his eatery.

Louisiana teacher had sex with one student, sexted and bought booze for others: police

Louisiana high school teacher Alexa Wingerter, 35, allegedly had sexual relations with "at least one" of her 18-year-old male students, and bought booze for others.

Bryan Kohberger's alibi ripped apart in Idaho prosecutors' 'temper tantrum'

Latah County prosecutors in Idaho say Bryan Kohberer's alibi is too vague and asked a judge to block a defense expert from testifying in support of "scant information."

Minnesota man who claims to regret joining ISIS has sentencing postponed

A Minnesota man who joined ISIS in Syria at 18 has voiced regret for his involvement and cooperated with federal authorities after surrendering in 2019.

Volunteer searchers claim to have found secret crematorium in Mexico City

A group of volunteer searchers claim to have discovered a clandestine crematorium on the outskirts of Mexico City. Authorities are investigating the area.

UK police officer faces terror charge for allegedly supporting Hamas on WhatsApp

A British police officer from West Yorkshire is facing a terror charge for allegedly sharing images supporting Hamas, a banned terrorist group in the UK.

17-year-old boy charged with attempted murder after assault involving 'sharp object' at UK school

Police say a 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after three people were assaulted at a secondary school in northern England.

Elderly Americans scammed out of millions by foreigners posing as grandchildren in trouble

Department of Homeland Security says 5,000 victims between the ages of 72 and 93 were duped out of a collective $35 million in a "grandparent scam" from the Dominican Republic.

Columbia students tried to delay mob takeover of Hamilton Hall, but say 'police never came'

Columbia University students stared down a mob of anti-Israel protesters who were taking over an academic building last night in the hope that police would arrive and back them up

Columbia students tried to delay mob takeover of Hamilton Hall, but say 'police never came'

Columbia University students stared down a mob of anti-Israel protesters who were taking over an academic building last night in the hope that police would arrive and back them up

'General Hospital' star Haley Pullos jailed for 90 days in DUI, wrong-way crash

Soap star Haley Pullos will serve 90 days in jail after pleading no contest to a DUI from a 2023 crash after allegedly driving the wrong way on a freeway.

Squatters who killed woman over inherited home bought diamond ring, PS5 on interstate shopping spree: docs

Squatters Halley Tejada, 19, and Kensley Alston, 18, allegedly went on a nine-day spending spree with Nadia Vitels' money after beating her to death - they appeared in court last week.

Haiti council appoints new prime minister as country continues to face deadly gang violence

Haiti's transitional council has appointed Fritz Belizaire, a former sports minister, as the new prime minister as the country faces severe violence and instability.

Finnish hacker sentenced for blackmailing therapy patients after accessing thousands of records

A Finnish man has been sentenced to six years and three months in prison for hacking into a private psychotherapy center's database, according to authorities.

Former Kazakhstan minister arrested for alleged role in unrest that left 238 dead

Former Kazakh Interior Minister Erlan Turgumbayev has been arrested in connection with a deadly police crackdown on protests that erupted in 2022, officials say.

Columbia students who witnessed anti-Israel protesters' building takeover speaks out: 'We feel alone'

Students at Columbia University have been describing the chaotic scenes at at the campus last night, when protesters took over an academic building by smashing through a door with a hammer.

Gunmen kill police officer guarding polio workers in Pakistan's northwest

Pakistani police say gunmen have fatally shot a police officer assigned to protect polio workers in the northwest. Police said Tuesday that the gunmen fired at a team.

Penn. man, 76, allegedly kills wife and daughter while cleaning gun, says he's 'best of the best' at shooting

Roger Hanks, 76, faces first-degree murder charges in the deaths of his 75-year-old wife Judith and his adult daughter Emily after allegedly shooting them dead in their Pennsylvania home

Trial begins for 7 Minnesotans charged with stealing more than $40 million from pandemic food program

Prosecutors say the scheme is one of the largest pandemic-related fraud cases in the country. The defendants allegedly stole more than $40 million.

10 wounded in shooting at Florida party venue, sheriff says

A 16-year-old gunman wounded 10 people during a private event at Cabana Live, a party venue in Florida. The shooting followed a fistfight, authorities say.

5 former officials convicted in Greece's deadliest wildfire case

Five former firefighting and disaster response officials have been convicted by a Greek court for criminal negligence in connection with a deadly wildfire in 2018.

How do true crime podcasts impact public interest in criminal cases?

The true crime genre is more popular than ever. But with so many people consuming true crime content, how does this trend affect actual criminal investigations and ongoing court cases?

Father and former coach of Olympic champion charged with child abuse, lawyer says

Gjert Ingebrigtsen, the father and former coach of Olympic champion runner Jakob Ingebrigtsen, has been charged with abusing one of his other children.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs files motion to dismiss revenge porn, human trafficking claims in sexual assault suit

Sean "Diddy" Combs filed a motion to dismiss some claims in a sexual assault lawsuit filed by Joi Dickerson-Neal in November stemming from an alleged 1991 incident.

Friday court date could determine fate of Americans arrested for bringing ammo to Turks and Caicos

Ryan and Valerie Watson, who were both arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo was discovered in Ryan's carry-on bag, discussed what awaits their family in the future.

California crime reform gets 'unheard of' support from DAs, small businesses, progressive mayors

A "common sense" ballot initiative to reform California's Prop 47 has earned 900,000 signatures to make the November ballot, far surpassing the roughly 500,000 required signatures.

Ivy League ' class clown' killer to be freed after nearly 25 years behind bars

James Parker was granted parole last week after serving nearly 25 years for the 2001 stabbing deaths of Dartmouth professors Susanne and Half Zantop.

Mom of Kansas City Chiefs fan found frozen: 'There should be some charges'

Nearly four months after her son David Harrington was found frozen in Jordan Willis' backyard after an NFL watch party, Jennifer Marquez bemoans a dearth of answers in his death.

‘NCIS: Hawai’i’ star Vanessa Lachey says she's 'gutted' over cancellation of franchise's first female-led show

"NCIS: Hawai'i" star Vanessa Lachey said she was "gutted, confused, blindsided" after CBS canceled the franchise's first female-led show on Friday.

Student accused of viciously beating aide in viral video blames school in new lawsuit: 'Ticking time bomb'

The autistic Florida high-school student accused of brutally attacking a teacher's aide over a Nintendo game has filed a lawsuit blaming Flagler County Public Schools.

'Vampire facials' at unlicensed spa likely resulted in HIV infections: CDC

Three women likely contracted HIV after receiving so-called "vampire facials" making them the first known cases of the virus being transmitted during a a cosmetic injection procedure.

Oregon man sentenced to 50 years in the 1978 killing of a teenage girl in Alaska

Oregon man Donald McQuade, convicted in the 1978 murder of a 16-year-old girl in Alaska, has been sentenced to 50 years in prison; he maintains his innocence.

Wynonna Judd’s daughter has prostitution charge dropped after allegedly stripping down on busy highway

Wynonna Judd's daughter, Grace Kelley, appeared in court Thursday after being arrested for allegedly exposing herself on a highway. The prostitution charge against her was dropped.

Serial killer traits: Forensic psychology expert details key criminal patterns

Researchers who have dissected the traits of serial killers aim to improve detection methods and preventative strategies against extreme criminal behavior.

Romanian court rules that Andrew Tate's trial on charges of rape and human trafficking can start

A Romanian court has ruled that a trial can proceed in the case involving Andrew Tate, who is accused of human trafficking, rape and leading a criminal group.

British man linked to Russian mercenary group charged with plotting arson attack on London business

A 20-year-old British man has been charged with conducting hostile activity to benefit Russia. He is accused of plotting to torch a London business connected to Ukraine.

Russian journalist detained for posts criticizing the military, lawyer says

A journalist for the Russian edition of Forbes magazine has been arrested in Khabarovsk on charges of spreading false information about the Russian military.

South Korean police raid incoming medical association leader's office over prolonged strikes

South Korean police on Friday conducted a raid on the office of Lim Hyun-taek, the incoming leader of the Korean Medical Association, according to authorities.

Turkish court sentences Syrian woman to life in prison for deadly Istanbul bombing

A Syrian woman has received a life sentence for her role in a 2022 explosion in Istanbul, Turkey, which killed six people and injured 99, officials say.

UK parliamentary researcher and alleged accomplice granted bail in espionage case linked to China

A former U.K. Parliament researcher and his alleged accomplice have been granted bail after being charged with espionage for China, according to officials.

Mexico's chief detective apologizes for 'inadequate' remark about country's fentanyl production

The head of Mexico’s detective service has apologized for calling Mexico "the champion" of fentanyl and meth production this week, according to his office.

Biden admin to tighten restrictions on firearm exports, official says

The Biden administration plans to implement new restrictions on firearms exports to limit their diversion to criminal groups and drug cartels, officials say.

Texas homeowners who finally evicted squatter 'treated like criminals'

Navy vet Abram Mendez and his wife Yudith Matthews finally evicted a handyman-turned-squatter this week after a monthslong legal standoff.

Ex-Giants player, 85, sentenced in New York City drug case

Prosecutors said an informant working with the DEA acted as the buyer when former NFL player Clyde "Peter" Hall tried to sell fentanyl-laced drugs.

Gisele Bündchen cries to Florida police about paparazzi 'stalking' her

Gisele Bündchen was pulled over Wednesday by Florida police after driving erratically. In body cam footage obtained by Fox News Digital, the supermodel, who was previously married to NFL legend Tom Brady, cries about being stalked by paparazzi.

Josh Duggar's cousin wishes 'absolute torture' for him during prison sentence

Amy Duggar King is hoping her cousin, Josh Duggar, is experiencing hell during his prison sentence for child pornography. Amy says he "deserves every second in there."

UT Austin anti-Israel agitators freed after governor said they 'belong in jail'

Anti-Israel protesters arrested at an anti-Israel rally at The University of Texas at Austin are bring cut loose on Thursday after chaotic scenes on campus.

Top adviser to left-wing California DA charged with nearly a dozen felonies

California's attorney general announced charges Wednesday against a senior official in the LA County district attorney's office for allegedly accessing police officer files.

Kansas City Chiefs fans deaths: Autopsy reports complete, suppressed by ongoing death investigation

Autopsies are complete for deceased Kansas City Chiefs fans Ricky Johnson, David Harrington and Clayton McGeeney - those results have been suppressed until an investigation is complete.

Iran court sentences popular rapper to death for involvement in protests, lawyer says

A rapper in Iran who rose to fame after the 2022 death of Mahsa Amini and criticizing the Islamic Republic has been sentenced to death, his lawyer said.