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Washington Examiner

FBI Investigates Possible Homicide on Cruise Ship in Texas

The FBI is investigating a suspected homicide aboard the MSC Seascape cruise ship, which returned to Galveston, Texas, on Monday. A suspect, identified as Jason Leon Watford, was taken into custody, while details about the victim remain undisclosed. The investigation involves multiple federal agencies.

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Fox News — Latest

Gunman in Krakow Shooting Dies After Police Confrontation

A gunman who killed six and injured 15 in Krakow, Poland, died after a police shootout. The suspect, 24, had been hospitalized since the attack on Saturday. Authorities are investigating the incident as a possible terrorist act.

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Fox News — Latest

DNA Evidence Links Mitchell Gaff to Cold Case Murders, Investigations Ongoing

Mitchell Gaff has been linked to two cold-case murders in Washington through DNA evidence. He pleaded guilty to the murders in 2026 and is serving a 50-year to life sentence. Authorities are investigating potential additional victims due to Gaff's history of sexual violence and admissions during psychological evaluations.

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Fox News — Latest

Alexander brothers face civil litigation after conviction for sex trafficking

The Alexander brothers, convicted of sex trafficking, face civil lawsuits from alleged victims. Independent journalists are accused of accepting payment for favorable coverage, which they deny. The brothers were sentenced to 30 years in prison and are under scrutiny for their actions during the trial.

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Unidentified fingerprints from OJ Simpson murder case may provide new insights

Nine unidentified fingerprints from the OJ Simpson murder case may provide new insights, according to filmmaker Ari Mark. The fingerprints were not matched to any known samples during the original investigation. The LAPD confirmed the case remains open for new evidence. The docuseries "OJ's Accomplice" suggests Simpson may not have acted alone, focusing on potential accomplice Joey Ippolito.

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Fox News — Latest

Border Patrol seizes cocaine valued at nearly $10 million in California

U.S. Border Patrol agents seized nearly $10 million in cocaine during two inspections at a California checkpoint on Oct. 25. The agents found over 1,435 pounds of cocaine concealed in two vehicles, leading to the arrest of both drivers. The Drug Enforcement Administration is handling the case.

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The Daily Beast

Pentagon Authorizes National Guard Deployment in Washington, D.C.

The Pentagon has authorized the deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., to support police operations amid a declared crime emergency. The deployment includes military vehicles and is set to run through the end of the year. While thefts have decreased, other crime rates remain unchanged. The operation is projected to cost $1.4 billion through 2028.

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Washington Examiner

Cornell defendants seek to remove Letitia James from investigation

Four defendants in a Cornell University gang rape case are seeking to remove New York Attorney General Letitia James from the investigation, citing her prior comments as evidence of bias. James was appointed by Governor Kathy Hochul as special prosecutor in October. The defendants argue that her social media post supporting the alleged victim undermines her impartiality. The case involves allegations made by a woman against seven men from the Chi Phi fraternity.

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Mother Jones

California Governor Commutes Death Sentences for 548 Inmates

California Governor Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of 548 inmates to life without parole, as announced in a November 5 letter. This action reflects a continued moratorium on executions in the state, which has not executed anyone since 2006. Newsom's successor has indicated plans to maintain this moratorium, while the commutations will require court approval.

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Fox News — Latest

Tennessee inmate recaptured after hiding in Illinois shed

Jacob Allen Morley, who escaped from a Tennessee prison on October 25, 2026, was recaptured on November 5, 2026. He hid in a shed in Illinois, where he consumed food and drink before being tracked down by authorities using FLOCK cameras.

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The Atlantic

California Governor Commutes Death Sentences for 548 Prisoners

California Governor Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of 548 prisoners, potentially reducing the national death-row population by 27 percent. This decision reflects the growing divide in public opinion on capital punishment, with some states abolishing it while others continue to enforce it. Recent trends indicate a decline in support for the death penalty across the country.

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Fox News — Politics

Mexican Judge Arrested in Colombia After U.S. Charges of Accepting $2 Million Bribe

Luis Benítez Alcántara, a Mexican judge, was arrested in Colombia after U.S. charges of accepting a $2 million bribe to release a cocaine smuggler. He faces nine counts related to his involvement in a drug trafficking operation linked to Ryan J. Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder.

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Daily Mail

Thieves Steal ATM from Co-op Store in Warwickshire

A group of thieves stole an ATM from a Co-op store in Fenny Compton, Warwickshire, using a telehandler. The incident occurred shortly before 3 a.m. on Wednesday, and the ATM was later set on fire, causing an explosion.

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Colorado Man Sentenced After High-Speed Chase Following Traffic Stop

Zakary Dean Hirschfield, a 24-year-old from Centennial, Colorado, was sentenced to five years in prison for leading police on a high-speed chase. The pursuit began during a traffic stop when he accelerated toward a deputy. After crashing his vehicle, he fled on foot and was apprehended hiding under a porch. Authorities found cocaine in his vehicle.

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