New Opioid Cychlorphine Resists Narcan, Poses Testing Challenges in San Francisco

Cychlorphine, a potent new opioid, causes SF’s first fatal overdose. Undetectable by fentanyl strips, it resists Narcan, complicating responses.

Suffolk Deputy Charged with Teen Trafficking After Phone Discovery

Richard Kielczweski, 41, charged with trafficking and rape of a 15-year-old boy, was suspended indefinitely. Crimes discovered via a phone found...

Alphanso Talley, 26, Charged in CPD Officer’s Death During Hospital Escape

Alphanso Talley, 26, faces 20 felonies after killing Officer John Bartholomew at Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital. Manhunt ensued post-escape.

Texas A&M Athlete Graycen Vargo Dies During Louisiana Track Event

Graycen Vargo, 21, collapsed at Red River Athletic Championships in New Orleans. He was a junior and award-winning cross-country athlete.

Chicago Officer John Bartholomew, 38, Killed in Hospital Shooting; Suspect in Custody

Officer John Bartholomew, 38, fatally shot at Swedish Hospital. Suspect, previously held for robbery, fled but was captured; second officer critical.

Deputy’s Arrest Follows Discovery of Secret Phone Tied to Alleged Abuse

Richard Kielczweski, 41, charged with child rape after victim’s parents find unpurchased iPhone. Deputy allegedly met teen on Grindr for paid...

Brooklyn Handyman Kevin Gavin Confesses to Killing 3 Elderly Neighbors

Kevin Gavin, 71, admits to murdering three women in his Brooklyn building from 2015-2021. He exploited trust as a handyman for...

Ashley Burdick, 41, Arrested for Child Neglect in Squalid Florida Home

Florida mom Ashley Burdick, 41, left son in waste-filled home with aggressive dogs. Child found malnourished; Burdick faces neglect charges.

Suspect Charged in Shooting of CPD Officers, Community Mourns Veteran

John Bartholomew, 38, killed and partner critically injured at Swedish Hospital. Suspect caught near West Carmen; Chicagoans honor fallen officer.

Community Honors Officer John Bartholomew After North Side Hospital Shooting

Chicago mourns Officer John Bartholomew, 38, killed in hospital attack. Suspect caught hiding under porch after shooting; community holds vigil.