Madeline Soto case: Stephan Sterns gets life in prison, avoids death in Florida girl's murder
Editor's note: Our live coverage of Stephan Sterns plea hearing has concluded. Scroll down to view highlights from Monday's court hearing.
Editor's note: Our live coverage of Stephan Sterns plea hearing has concluded. Scroll down to view highlights from Monday's court hearing.
36 injured, driver shot after car rams into East Hollywood nightclub
Police say bystanders attacked a driver who intentionally drove his car into a crowd outside an East Hollywood night club. Now, police are searching for a man they say shot the driver.
Police say bystanders attacked a driver who intentionally drove his car into a crowd outside an East Hollywood night club. Now, police are searching for a man they say shot the driver.
3 LA County sheriff's deputies killed in explosion; probe possibly tied to Santa Monica apartment
Three sheriff's deputies were killed following an explosion at a training facility in East Los Angeles Friday morning.
Three sheriff's deputies were killed following an explosion at a training facility in East Los Angeles Friday morning.
Mother holds vigil by son’s side after near-fatal crash in Windermere, 5 weeks in ICU
Nearly five weeks after a devastating car crash left a teenage boy in the ICU with a traumatic brain injury, his mother says a string of small miracles has given her family new hope.
Nearly five weeks after a devastating car crash left a teenage boy in the ICU with a traumatic brain injury, his mother says a string of small miracles has given her family new hope.
Shark bites teen surfer at New Smyrna Beach
An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.
An 18-year-old man suffered a shark bite while surfing at New Smyrna Beach on Friday, officials say.
Trump drew naked woman, wrote 'bawdy' message in birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein: WSJ
The alleged letter had a message that read, “Happy Birthday — and may every day be another wonderful secret."
The alleged letter had a message that read, “Happy Birthday — and may every day be another wonderful secret."
'Alligator Alcatraz': ACLU sues Trump administration, claiming detention site violates rights
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has officially filed a class-action lawsuit against President Donald Trump's administration over lack of access to legal counsel and violations of due process for people detained at Florida’s "Alligator Alcatraz."
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has officially filed a class-action lawsuit against President Donald Trump's administration over lack of access to legal counsel and violations of due process for people detained at Florida’s "Alligator Alcatraz."
Georgia teen charged in parents' deaths sought help from TikTok influencers
Sarah Grace Patrick, 17, is accused of killing her parents, months after allegedly urging TikTok creators to raise awareness about the case.
Sarah Grace Patrick, 17, is accused of killing her parents, months after allegedly urging TikTok creators to raise awareness about the case.
Legoland Florida to launch brand-new, space-themed experience with park's first indoor roller coaster
Legoland Florida has announced it will be launching a brand-new, space-themed experience in 2026, which will include a groundbreaking indoor roller coaster.
Legoland Florida has announced it will be launching a brand-new, space-themed experience in 2026, which will include a groundbreaking indoor roller coaster.
Judge blocks ICE raids in LA, Ventura counties without probable cause
The temporary restraining order blocks sweeping immigration raids in seven California counties, including Los Angeles and Ventura counties, after
The temporary restraining order blocks sweeping immigration raids in seven California counties, including Los Angeles and Ventura counties, after
Daytona Beach Police arrest suspect in attempted child abduction, indecent exposure
Daytona Beach Police are actively searching for a man accused of attempted child abduction and indecent exposure.
Daytona Beach Police are actively searching for a man accused of attempted child abduction and indecent exposure.
Daytona Beach puppy left in trash compactor: $2,500 reward offered for tip leading to arrest
A $2,500 reward is now being offered for the conviction of the person(s) allegedly responsible for leaving a puppy in a Daytona Beach trash compactor last week.
A $2,500 reward is now being offered for the conviction of the person(s) allegedly responsible for leaving a puppy in a Daytona Beach trash compactor last week.
WATCH: Florida kitten with head stuck in pipe rescued by deputies, named 'Piper'
Florida deputies recently came to the rescue of a kitten who had its head stuck in a pipe, and the entire rescue mission was caught on bodycam. The kitten was given the name “Piper" to commemorate her rescue.
Florida deputies recently came to the rescue of a kitten who had its head stuck in a pipe, and the entire rescue mission was caught on bodycam. The kitten was given the name “Piper" to commemorate her rescue.
California woman gets married after lifesaving surgery to remove 40-pound tumor
Ariana Pulido, 22, was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive condition called growing teratoma syndrome after multiple tumor recurrences.
Ariana Pulido, 22, was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive condition called growing teratoma syndrome after multiple tumor recurrences.
TSA ending shoe removal policy during airport security screenings
TSA is gradually rolling out a new policy that will eventually allow all travelers to keep their shoes on during security screenings, regardless of lane or status.
TSA is gradually rolling out a new policy that will eventually allow all travelers to keep their shoes on during security screenings, regardless of lane or status.
Armed ICE officers shut down kids' camp at LA's MacArthur Park. City leaders: 'Here's the truth'
A large federal enforcement sweep stalled children’s summer camp at MacArthur Park without any arrests. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and city council members say this display of force has raised urgent questions about how immigration enforcement affects communities—and they’re calling on cities nationwide to wake up, wise up, and stand up without panic.
A large federal enforcement sweep stalled children’s summer camp at MacArthur Park without any arrests. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and city council members say this display of force has raised urgent questions about how immigration enforcement affects communities—and they’re calling on cities nationwide to wake up, wise up, and stand up without panic.
Robin Severance-Lopez released from jail after posting bond in alleged illegal gambling charge
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, walked out of the Lake County Jail on Monday evening, just a few hours after a judge gave clearance for her to post bond.
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, walked out of the Lake County Jail on Monday evening, just a few hours after a judge gave clearance for her to post bond.
Deer struggling in ocean off Flagler Beach rescued by lifeguards: 'We save lives'
Lifeguards in Florida are trained to save lives — but they never expected to rescue a deer from the Atlantic Ocean.
Lifeguards in Florida are trained to save lives — but they never expected to rescue a deer from the Atlantic Ocean.
ICE in LA: Mayor Bass confronts federal agents in MacArthur Park, demands withdrawal
Federal agents conducted a federal immigration sweep at MacArthur Park in LA's Westlake District late Monday morning.
Federal agents conducted a federal immigration sweep at MacArthur Park in LA's Westlake District late Monday morning.
Lightning strike causes fireworks to explode early at Sanford July 4 celebration
Lightning from a strong thunderstorm hit some of the fireworks prepped for the City of Sanford's Fourth of July celebration, causing them to ignite early and explode, according to Sanford Mayor Art Woodruff.
Lightning from a strong thunderstorm hit some of the fireworks prepped for the City of Sanford's Fourth of July celebration, causing them to ignite early and explode, according to Sanford Mayor Art Woodruff.