Shreveport, Louisiana shooting was 7th mass killing in 2026 - See full list

The tragic deaths of eight children in Shreveport, Louisiana, were the latest in the line of mass killings across the United States. Less than four months into 2026, there have already been seven shootings in which four or more people were killed, new data from the Gun Violence Archive showed.

Milwaukee shots fired, standoff; man sentenced to probation

A Milwaukee man, who prosecutors said fired shots from a vacant building before engaging in a standoff with police, has been sentenced to probation.

Milwaukee boy critically missing found safe: police

UPDATE: Milwaukee police say Sir'Charles Bason has been found and is safe. The original reporting is below.

Activists' attempt to storm Ridglan Farms ends with arrests

Hundreds of activists tried to breach the fortified perimeter of Ridglan Farms on Saturday, an attempt to remove thousands of beagles from the facility.

A chemical 100 times stronger than fentanyl is fueling US overdoses

A Chinese crackdown on fentanyl-making ingredients could be fueling the resurgence of carfentanil, a chemical so powerful, a dose smaller than a poppy seed can kill a human.

2020 Milwaukee homicide, former 'Most Wanted' man sentenced

A Milwaukee man, previously named one of Wisconsin's Most Wanted, has been sentenced to prison for shooting and killing his cousin in 2020.

Milwaukee shootings Friday; 3 wounded including 13-year-old

The Milwaukee Police Department said three people, including a child, were wounded in separate shootings on Friday, April 17.

US Coast Guard: Nearly 4,000 pounds of cocaine seized in 2 operations

The U.S. Coast Guard offloaded nearly 4,000 pounds of cocaine worth more than $28.7 million on Thursday at Base Miami Beach. Here’s what to know.

Charlie Kirk murder: Suspect Tyler Robinson back in court as his lawyers want cameras banned

Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, was back in court Friday as his lawyers fight to ban cameras in the courtroom, saying live broadcasts of the trial are a violation of his right to a fair trial. 

Downtown Milwaukee hotel bathroom sexual assault, man charged

A Brookfield man is accused of sexually assaulting a stranger in a downtown Milwaukee hotel bathroom and later showing up at her workplace.

Milwaukee police warrant executed; 4 guns, illegal drugs recovered

Milwaukee police recovered four firearms and illegal drugs during the execution of a search warrant on Tuesday, April 14.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 76 latest updates

Friday marks Day 76 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie. Nancy disappeared from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1, and authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.

Federal prosecutors still deciding on death penalty for Vance Boelter

The man accused of shooting Minnesota lawmakers appeared in federal court Friday morning as prosecutors are still considering whether to pursue the death penalty.

Wisconsin’s Most Wanted suspect arrested in Oshkosh; family feels relief

A Milwaukee family says they feel relief after a homicide suspect tied to a Wisconsin’s Most Wanted case was arrested in Oshkosh months after a deadly shooting.