Woman charged with holding 'severely emaciated' stepson in captivity for over 20 years: Police

A woman was charged for allegedly holding her “severely emaciated” stepson in captivity for over 20 years, since he was 11 years old, and forcing him to endure “prolonged abuse, starvation, severe neglect, and inhumane treatment,” police
Death of Kentucky teen sparks investigation into possible sextortion scheme

(Witthaya Prasongsin/Getty Images) (GLASGOW, Ky.) — Eli Heacock was like many 16-year-olds. The Glasgow, Kentucky, teenager enjoyed playing tennis, telling “dad jokes” and spending time with his father, who his mom said was “his best friend.” “He
Swatting call about possible armed person at San Bernardino hospital sparks massive police presence

KABC chopper over Loma Linda University Medical Center. Via KABC. (LOS ANGELES) — Reports of a possibly armed person at a San Bernardino, California, hospital sparked a massive law enforcement response Wednesday evening, but authorities later cleared
High school runner who hit opponent in head with baton faces assault and battery charge

Alaila Everett, a senior at I.C. Norcom High School in Portsmouth, Virginia, speaks with ABC News in an interview that aired March 11, 2025, on “Good Morning America.” Via ABC. (NEW YORK) — A high school track