Luigi Mangione’s lawyers seek to block death penalty in key court hearing
on January 9, 2026 at 11:33 pm
Luigi Mangione’s federal trial could begin later this year.
U.S. Treasury Secretary pushes for Minnesota fraud crackdown
on January 9, 2026 at 11:16 pm
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the creation of a new IRS task force and other measures to combat fraud, underscoring the Trump administration’s focus on Minnesota amidst the immigration crackdown.
Woman shot and killed on bus in Houston; 2 arrested, authorities say
on January 9, 2026 at 5:52 pm
Two suspects are under arrest after a woman on a bus in Houston was shot in the head and killed and another passenger was wounded, authorities said.
Man arrested under 1889 dueling law after deadly street fight
on January 9, 2026 at 4:05 pm
The faceoff took place on a street in the capital after the suspect “and the dead man agreed to fight each other,” police said.
Journalist who covered crime shot dead at restaurant in Mexico, reports say
on January 9, 2026 at 2:41 pm
Mexico is one of the most dangerous countries for members of the press, with more than 150 journalists murdered since 1994, according to Reporters Without Borders.
