Virginia home explosion intentionally caused by homeowner in 2023: Officials

A massive explosion that destroyed an Arlington, Virginia, duplex in December was started intentionally by the homeowner who died in the incident, officials said.

Governor says Trump could become the first GOP presidential candidate to win his state in 20 years

It's been two decades since a Republican carried Virginia in the White House race, but GOP Gov. Glenn Youngkin says the Commonwealth is in play as former President Trump and President Biden face off in a 2024 election rematch.

Florida beach vacation hotspot closed after back-to-back shark attacks

Beaches along the Florida panhandle were closed after two back-to-back shark attacks that injured three people, two of them critically.

Three officers violated policy in Scottie Scheffler's arrest, probe findings allege

Three Louisville Metro Police officers allegedly violated policy when they failed to active their body cameras during Scottie Scheffler's arrest.

Landmark bill targets hidden foreign funds in schools as officials warn of CCP influence

A House bill will provide parents with more oversight of any foreign sources or funding of their children's curriculum, its sponsor said.

The life of Penny Chenery: The prominent woman in horse racing who owned 1973 Triple Crown winner Secretariat

Penny Chenery lived a long life, much of which was dedicated to horse racing. She was the owner of record-holding racehorse Secretariat, who won the Triple Crown in 1973.

Missing Kentucky baby sparks frantic search, parents arrested in motel with drug stash

Police in Kentucky looking for an 8-month-old baby whose been missing for weeks while the baby girl’s parents have been arrested after they were found holed up in a motel with drugs.

Kindergartener misses graduation, gets mid-flight celebration instead as passengers cheer

A kindergarten student from Florida celebrates his school graduation mid-flight after missing the ceremony. Xavier Joel walked down the aisle of a Frontier Airlines instead to commemorate.

Virginia woman wanted for 'heinous' triple homicide arrested after high-speed police chase in NY

Virginia woman Alyssa Jane Venable, 23, who was wanted for the triple homicide of three of her roommates was captured in New York Thursday after a high-speed police chase.

Florida family stuns with statistical improbability as all four daughters are crowned valedictorian

Tracey and Mike Rendina of Florida are the proud parents of four valedictorians now that all of their daughters have been awarded the sought-after high school academic achievement.

Fishermen discover body on Georgia river: police

Georgia law enforcement officials responded to the Chattahoochee River on Wednesday after reports that two fishermen discovered a body in the water.

Number of new gun owners since 2020 election surged to equal population of Florida: report

A recent report said that the number of new gun owners since the 2020 election reportedly equals 22.3 million people, or the population of Florida.

Biden's border crisis is 'wreaking havoc' on K-12 schools, says top GOP lawmaker

House Education Committee member Aaron Bean of Florida sounded off Wednesday after holding a subcommittee hearing on the effects of the border crisis on US schools.

Man allegedly causes $10K in damage to church before swinging trendy drink container at police officer

Florida man Timothy Bornman allegedly broke into a Palm Bay church, caused over $10,000 worth of damage and hit a police officer with a Stanley tumbler before getting arrested.

Following Trump's guilty verdict, first swing state poll reveals how it impacts voters' decisions

A new Quinnipiac University poll revealed which presidential candidate holds the advantage in the swing state of Georgia after former President Trump's guilty verdict.

Ohio couple's son, 17, got over 200 Instagram messages in 19-hour sextortion 'nightmare' that led to suicide

Tamia and Tim Woods of Ohio are trying to raise awareness about sextortion on social media after they lost their son to suicide in 2022 after he got caught up in a sextortion scam.

School administrator equates teen saying 'illegal alien' to the 'n-word' in newly released audio

The Liberty Justice Center released an injunction that included audio of a school administrator explaining why a student was suspended over saying “illegal alien."

Ohio couple's son, 17, got over 200 Instagram messages in 19-hour sextortion 'nightmare' that led to suicide

Tamia and Tim Woods of Ohio are trying to raise awareness about sextortion on social media after they lost their son to suicide in 2022 after he got caught up in a sextortion scam.

Florida mother living in deplorable conditions allegedly fed daughter bleach in bottle: authorities

A Florida mother was arrested on Monday after an investigation discovered she allegedly fed her 13-month-old daughter bleach in a bottle in January.

Biden's energy policy ripped by Republican governors: 'Done nothing but attack American energy'

Republican governors spotlight their plan to 'unleash American energy' and target what they call the Biden Administration’s 'unprecedented attacks on American energy,' as they gather in New Orleans

New Orleans student graduates as valedictorian after living in homeless shelter

Elijah Hogan graduated from Walter L. Cohen charter high school in New Orleans as one of two valedictorians after living in a homeless shelter for youth for more than a year.

Former Georgia police officer charged with teen girl's murder rejects plea deal

A former Georgia police officer charged with the murder of a 16-year-old girl rejected the prosecution's plea deal before jury selection began Monday.

This scenic Southern city is the most popular place to move to in 2024

A report recently published by PODS found that Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, is the most popular city to move to, while Los Angeles, California, has the most move-outs.

Louisiana lawmakers approve law that would allow surgical castration of convicted child molesters

Louisiana state lawmakers on Monday approved a tough new law that could allow judges to order convicted child molesters to undergo surgical castration.

Georgia police sergeant touts ‘amazing’ abilities of K9 companion in book: Made him a 'better human'

Mark Tappan, an Alpharetta, Georgia, police officer, wrote the book "A Dog Named Mattis" about the relationship between him and his skilled K9 and lessons learned along the way.

Knife-wielding Florida teen allegedly murders boy at sleepover, injures adult: 'Violent, premeditated attack'

Police in Florida said a 16-year-old boy barged into a sleepover and stabbed a 15-year-old boy to death and injured an adult.

2 dead in South Carolina block party shooting

Two people were reportedly killed and two others sustained minor gunshot wounds during a shooting at a Rock Hill, South Carolina, block party.

Lori Vallow's sister reacts to Chad Daybell's death sentence: 'Everything I needed to hear'

Lori Vallow's sister, Summer Shiflet, spoke out publicly for the first time Saturday about Chad Daybell's death sentence at CrimeCon 2024 in Nashville.

Georgia woman, 85, graduates from high school with honorary diploma: 'I’m really thankful to God'

Shirley Smith received an honorary high school diploma for her lifetime of work within her family, community and church. Her family threw her a party following the ceremony.

Federal judge shoots down ‘orchestrated campaign’ to remove Trump-appointed judge in classified documents case

An effort to get a Trump-appointed judge taken off the former president's classified documents case was denied by a chief judge who called the complaints "orchestrated."

Gabby Petito’s mom and stepmom send not-so-subtle message to Roberta Laundrie

Nichole Schmidt and Tara Petito took a swipe at Roberta Laundrie as part of their effort to prevent people like her son Brian from killing again.

Birmingham-Southern keeps dream season alive with dramatic walk-off homer 1 day after school shutters

Birmingham-Southern's Jackson Webster kept the Panthers' hope of a championship alive on Saturday with a walk-off home run against Randolph-Macon.

Southern US city ranked as worst for deadly car accidents in the country, study says

A southern U.S. city was ranked where the most car accidents happen, and many of the top 10 were also in the southeast, according to ConsumerAffairs.

White chocolate banana cream pie is infused with a shot of banana liqueur — and nostalgia!

Try this white chocolate banana cream pie to make all your loved ones smile, thanks to a nostalgic recipe courtesy of Chef Rodney Freidank at Soby's New South Cuisine.

South Carolina priest says feast of Corpus Christi is a reminder that God wants 'to be with us'

In this faith and values piece, Fr. Jeffrey Kirby of Indian Land, South Carolina shared thoughts on John's Gospel for Corpus Christi, revealing the belief that God is present in the Eucharist.

Georgia man allegedly beat girlfriend, killed bystander who attempted to intervene in Florida

A Georgia man was arrested in Florida after detectives say he beat his girlfriend and punched a man who attempted to intervene in the altercation.

Coast Guard rescues 8 people, including child, after boat capsizes 36 miles west of Florida coastline

A U.S. Coast Guard aircrew came to the rescue of seven adults and one child after their boat capsized 36 miles west off of the Boca Grande, Florida, coastline.

Ron DeSantis touts Florida's education system, slams 'woke' academia in Sarasota address

Ron DeSantis spoke at New College of Florida and took on the state and national education establishments, touting his accomplishments as he attempts to remake Florida public education.

Florida helicopter pilot charged with harassing protected birds after landing on shorebird nesting site

The protected shorebirds have gathered at Egmont Key State Park to breed, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Charlotte the stingray not pregnant, has disease, says North Carolina aquarium: 'Truly sad'

Charlotte, a California round ray living in an aquarium in North Carolina, is not pregnant, as initially believed. Instead, she has a "rare reproductive disease."

Florida columnist retires after claiming state has become ‘gay-bashing authoritarian dystopia’

A columnist with a Florida media outlet announced his retirement this week, blaming it on the state and the country leaning into conservative politics.

Court rips 'grossly erroneous' decision by judge presiding over LSU student's attack: 'Abuse of discretion'

The Louisiana Supreme Court reversed a decision by a district court judge in the case of a 1974 rape conviction, calling it a "patent abuse of discretion."

UVA to pay $9 million to families of victims in 2022 shooting that killed 3 football players, wounded 2 others

The University of Virginia will pay $9 million to the families of the victims of a 2022 campus shooting that killed three football players and wounded two other students.

Florida sheriff’s deputy who fatally shot Black airman at home is fired, shooting 'not objectively reasonable'

The Florida sheriff's deputy who shot and killed an airman earlier this month during a response call has been terminated from the agency, authorities said Friday.

California's population expected to decline as Florida and the Carolinas' soar in 2024: survey

A recent survey from ConsumerAffairs showed that people seek to leave California in droves, while the Carolinas and Florida are attracting a migration in movers.

Gabby Petito's mom forgives killer Brian Laundrie but calls out 'evil' Roberta: 'You deserve to be forgotten'

Nichole Schmidt said on Friday that she has forgiven Brian Laundrie, her daughter Gabby Petito's boyfriend and suspected killer, but offered no such sentiment to his mother, Roberta.

3 more suspects nabbed in Savannah, Georgia shootout that wounded 11

Three more suspects have been arrested in connection with a Savannah, Georgia, shootout that left 11 people injured earlier this month.

USA Today quietly deleting Sen. John Kennedy's op-ed is latest of bizarre editorial moves by newspaper giant

The editorial pages of the USA Today Network has a history of unethical decisions from quietly deleting Sen. John Kennedy's op-ed to allowing Stacey Abrams to retroactively edit hers.

Meet the American who invented windshield wipers, Mary Anderson, Alabama entrepreneur

Mary Anderson was born in Alabama months after the tragedy of the Civil War. She helped her state rebuild, then went on to create windshield wipers — long before auto titans realized the potential.

Virginia man returns home after detainment in Turks and Caicos for ammo in his luggage

Virginia father Tyler Wenrich was reunited with his family at the Richmond airport after being detained in Turks and Caicos over ammunition in his bag.

Teen girl dies after being pulled from Discovery Cove theme park pool, police say

A 13-year-old girl who was found unresponsive in a pool at Discovery Cove theme park in Orlando, Florida on Wednesday has died, authorities said.

Virginia public school faces backlash after students reportedly played segregation game

The Lyles-Crouch Traditional Academy in Alexandria, Virginia is facing backlash after students segregated other students based on their race while playing a game.

4-year-old among 5 dead in fiery South Carolina crash

Five people were killed in a three-vehicle crash on St. Helena Island in Beaufort County, South Carolina, on Wednesday night, according to authorities.

Alex Murdaugh court clerk Becky Hill misused thousands of dollars on paint supplies, dog bed, gifts: complaint

South Carolina court clerk Becky Hill, who presided over the Alex Murdaugh trial, is now accused of 76 counts of misconduct by the State Ethics Commission.

Atlanta senior home plagued by 'junkie' squatters, rampant crime, residents say

Residents of an Atlanta senior home are begging from relief after a string of arrests and a group of squatters that have plagued their property.

Mississippi family fears retaliation from carjackers caught on home camera: 'It's not safe'

Mississippi resident Heather Allen told "Fox & Friends First" she is afraid carjackers could return and retaliate against her family as police continue their search for the suspects.

Louisiana chemical plant says it will have to shut down if 'political' EPA emissions deadline isn't extended

Denka Performance Elastomer, a chemical plant in Louisiana, threatened to shut down if the Biden administration does not give it more time to reduce its emissions under new EPA rules.

New Louisiana law criminalizes approaching police after being ordered to stay back

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry has signed legislation making it a crime to knowingly approach within 25 feet of a police officer while they are "engaged in law enforcement duties" after the officer has ordered the person to stay back.

WWII veteran proud to be part of 'Greatest Generation': 'We saved the world.'

World War II veteran Andy Negra Jr., who lives in Helen, Georgia, just turned 100. He proudly lays claim to being among the last of what is known as “The Greatest Generation."

Country star Brian Kelley focused on family, God after ‘curveball’ Florida Georgia Line split

Country music's Brian Kelley tells Fox News Digital about his new album, "Tennessee Truth," his split from Florida Georgia Line and the importance of his family, God and country.

'We must take action': Red state risks legal showdown with Biden DOJ over this key issue

Louisiana's new illegal immigration law, which could soon be signed by the governor, takes the state a step closer to a legal battle with the Biden administration.

Alabama man charged with killing grandparents, brother in quadruple homicide indictment

Jared Tarant Smith-Bracy, 22, of Bay Minette, Alabama, has been indicted on four counts of capital murder in the killings of his grandparents, brother and a family friend.

4 dead in Virginia head-on collision

Four people were reported dead following a Tuesday crash near Sheppards, Virginia, instigated when the 77-year-old driver of a Ford Fusion veered into oncoming traffic.

Florida woman jumps from pier to evade cops after public sex romp, police say

A young man and woman in Florida were taken into custody after police received reports of a public sexual encounter on a pier on Memorial Day.

Joe Manchin faces pressure for 11th-hour run to secure critical seat for Democrats

Outgoing West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, has been reportedly pressured by numerous people to make a last-minute run for governor.

Riley Gaines talks to West Virginia female middle-schoolers who declined to compete against biological male

OutKick's Riley Gaines lauded a group of middle school girls who refused to compete against a transgender athlete at a championship meet in April.

'Disoriented' boater stranded on the water for days after running out of gas

A Louisiana boater sailing in Vermilion Parish was stranded for two days, local officials say. The U.S. Coast Guard and various sheriff's offices facilitated the rescue.

2024 criminal trials: Lori Vallow, Chad Daybell, others expected in court this year

In 2024, true-crime buffs can expect several trials to head to court. Chad Daybell and Richard Allen are two defendants standing trial this year.

Florida officers 'arrest' nuisance alligator at 104-year-old woman's home

Two officers with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office in Jacksonville, Florida, assisted in the removal of an alligator from a 104-year-old woman's home, according to officials.

Boy Scouts are turning a scenic Virginia river a cloudy brown, locals say: ‘Smother the life out of the river’

Virginia residents are calling on the Boy Scouts of America to protect the Maury River after draining the lake and leading sediment downstream.

Louisiana to become 1st state to require Ten Commandments be displayed in schools if governor signs bill

Louisiana could become the first state to require that the Ten Commandments be displayed on a poster in all schools and colleges that receive public funding.

RFK Jr. slams Democrats for toppling Confederate statues: 'Destroying history'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke to Tim Pool, host of the "TimCast IRL" podcast, and said he did not think it was a 'good, healthy thing' for culture to erase history.

Louisiana city names interim police chief

Mayor-President Monique Boulet of Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, named Capt. Paul Trouard as the jurisdiction's interim chief of police, according to The Advocate.

Florida is named the shark attack capital of the world

Florida has the most shark attacks of any place in the world, with 351 since 1882, according to a new report. Most attacks have been in Volusia County.

'Too late': Trump backs challenger to Freedom Caucus chair despite receiving prior endorsement

Former President Trump announced his support for Rep. Bob Good's primary opponent on Tuesday, despite the Freedom Caucus chairman endorsing him and supporting him in court.

Identity thief claims to be behind Graceland foreclosure attempt: report

A Nigerian fraudster has claimed responsibility for a scheme to steal Elvis Presley’s Graceland mansion and sell it at auction, according to a report.

2 rescued as 80-foot yacht sinks off Florida coast

St. Johns County Fire Rescue and the U.S. Coast Guard rescued two mariners aboard an 80-foot yacht that began taking on water off the coast of Florida.

2 escaped Louisiana inmates found hiding in dumpster behind Dollar General store, 2 others still at large

Escaped Louisiana inmates Avery Guidry and Travon Johnson have been captured after being spotted in a dumpster behind a Dollar General store in Hammond.

North Carolina is charging ahead of California and the reason why is surprising

North Carolina and California are heading in completely opposite directions. One has a booming economy and the other has a deficit of $44.9 billion. Policies might be the reason.

Former Quantico staffer warns of terror attack 'dry run' after Jordanian nationals tried to breach base

A former Marine Corps Base Quantico employee and security expert is warning that two Jordanians arrested in a box truck trying to get on base could have been doing a "dry run."

Trump makes endorsement in race to unseat top Democratic senator

Former President Donald Trump made a key endorsement in Virginia, giving the nod to former Navy Captain Hung Cao in the race to unseat incumbent Sen. Tim Kaine.

Georgia WWII hero's grave inspires songwriter ballad decades after soldier killed in combat

Songwriter Craig Gleason wrote "The Ballad of Ervin O. Jones" after finding a World War II hero's grave seven decades after soldier was killed in the Battle of Okinawa.

These veterans served our country, now they say the VA is taking away their doctors

More than 70 veterans, relatives and medical providers contacted Florida Rep. Brian Mast to say the Department of Veterans Affairs cut off access to community care.

Louisiana deputies searching for 4 inmates who escaped from jail

Deputies in Louisiana are searching for four inmates who escaped from jail Sunday night through a vulnerable section of the perimeter fence of the jail.

Georgia man allegedly burned down trailer with stepmom inside because his mother wouldn't sell lot

A Georgia man was arrested after he allegedly admitted to police that he burned a trailer down while his stepmother was inside of it because his mother would not sell the lot.

Georgia alligator takes ride in police cruiser after driveway 'arrest': video

An alligator in Georgia was wrangled by Chatham County authorities after making an unwelcome appearance in a driveway in Georgia, bodycam video shows.

Division III school advances to College World Series days before it ceases operations

The Birmingham-Southern College baseball team will be playing in the Division III College World Series this upcoming weekend – yet the school will close its doors on Friday.

10 delicious all-American summertime foods enjoy surprising overseas origins

Here's a look at 10 of the most iconic all-American summertime foods, from cheeseburgers to apple pie, that arrived in the New World only after the Columbus Exchange.

Virginia pastor says Psalm 23 provides hope for all those who are struggling

Işık Abla, senior pastor of Dream Church International, reflects on Psalm 23, and how she found comfort and solace in its verses when she was at her darkest days.

Retired South Carolina Army vet whose geologist son vanished without a trace running for Congress

David Robinson upended his life after terrorists attacked on Sept. 11, 2001, selling his business to join the Army. He came home, then his son went missing.

South Carolina family of boy, 13, who died by suicide sues Snapchat over sextortion scheme

Timothy Barnett died by suicide April 6, 2023, after falling victim to a sextortion scheme on Snapchat. His mother has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Snap, Inc.

South Carolina agency gave child to 'monster,' according to lawsuit

The South Carolina agency intended to protect vulnerable children gave a teenage girl "to a monster," according to lawyers, who alleged there's rampant exploitation.

10 locations around the world that offer breathtaking sunsets

If you love to see warm colors painted across the sky in a magnificent sunset, visit one of these locations around the world, like Florida and Greece that offer some of the best.

Jack Smith asks judge to restrict Trump statements after 'inflammatory' remarks about FBI raid

Federal prosecutors on Friday asked the judge overseeing the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump to bar him from public statements that may pose a danger to law enforcement.

Ryan Blaney discusses NASCAR fight at All-Star Race, compares racing melees to other sports' altercations

Ricky Stenhouse and Kyle Busch traded punches at NASCAR's All-Star Race, and reigning Cup Series champ Ryan Blaney gave his thoughts on the melee.

Georgia couple sentenced to prison for abusing 8-week-old son

A Georgia couple was sentenced to a year and a half in prison after they were convicted for abusing their 8-week-old son, leading to broken bones and hemorrhages in his eyes.

USA Today newspapers quietly delete GOP senator's op-ed on trans athletes without telling him

Several Louisiana-based newspapers within the USA Today Network removed a published op-ed about transgender athletes written by Sen. John Kennedy, R-La.

GA lawmaker probing Fani Willis says more hearings to come after ‘credible’ witness testimony

A Georgia state senator spearheading the investigation into Fani Willis' office says some of her claims about her relationship with Nathan Wade are “dubious."

Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis appeals after judge drops multiple Trump charges

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is appealing Judge Scott McAfee's decision to dismiss six counts in the racketeering case against Trump and his co-defendants.

Nashville woman arrested after Florida police rescue her dog from hot car parked at beach

Clearwater police arrested Marie Rutherford, 40, for animal cruelty after officers rescued her dog from inside a hot car while she was on the beach.

'Mean Girl Murders': Christa Pike killed rival in high school love triangle, took piece of her skull: doc

Christa Pike, who became Tennessee's only death row inmate after butchering her romantic rival in 1996, is the subject of a new "Mean Girl Murders" episode.

ICE confirms Jordanians who attempted to breach Marine Corps Base Quantico were both in US illegally

US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement confirmed that two Jordanian nationals who were apprehended after attempting to breach Marine Corps Base Quantico, are in country illegally.

EPA shoots down Alabama coal ash regulation proposal

The Environmental Protection Agency rejected Thursday a proposal by Alabama to take over coal ash regulation, citing insufficient protections in the state plan.

Mysterious shooting outside Army Special Forces residence in North Carolina raises questions

A mysterious May 3 shooting north of Fort Liberty, formerly Fort Bragg, has raised eyebrows over potential intelligence surveillance of elite U.S. forces.

Georgia angler hooks unique-looking fish, snags state record two months after it's broken

A Georgia angler has set the new official record for the queen triggerfish only two months after the previous record was set. His catch surpassed the record by two pounds.

Florida woman, allegedly driving 5 times over legal limit while rushing to work, kills mother of 3: police

A Florida woman who was allegedly driving drunk and running late for work was arrested after a violent vehicle crash killed a wife and mother of three children.

Fani Willis’ ex-staffer testifies she was fired after blowing whistle on DA’s spending

A Georgia state Senate investigation committee will hold another hearing today as part of its probe into Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.

Biden's abortion script flipped by businesswoman's boost to pro-life groups

Former Republican U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler of Georgia donated six figures to pro-life groups in an effort to combat Democrats' abortion narrative ahead of the 2024 election.

High schooler shot in suburban New Orleans

An 18-year-old student was reportedly shot and wounded across from West Jefferson High School in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, on Thursday.

'The View' co-host scolds Fani Willis and Nathan Wade for workplace romance: 'Stupid thing to do'

"The View" co-host Sunny Hostin scolded Nathan Wade and Fulton County DA Fani Willis on Thursday for their workplace relationship, calling it stupid and careless.

Sununu names the two governors all the other governors hate

New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu torched several left-wing and right-wing public officials, calling former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo a "jacka--" and saying far-right members of Congress don't "do anything."

Louisiana Legislature approves bill classifying abortion pills as controlled dangerous substances

Louisiana lawmakers approved a bill that would reclassify abortion-inducing drugs mifepristone and misoprostol as 'controlled and dangerous substances;' the bill is expected to be signed into law.

UNC Board of Governors votes to repeal DEI mandates for North Carolina public universities

The UNC Board of Governors voted on Thursday to repeal a 2019 policy implementing DEI mandates at every North Carolina public university in the system.

Glenn Youngkin: Education is the bedrock of attaining the American dream

Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin headlined the RISE summit at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute in Washington on Thursday.

Biden border chief must answer after Jordanian nationals nearly breach Quantico: senators

A group of Republican senators questioned Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro's claims to lawmakers that the U.S. border is secure after an attempted breach of Quantico.