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A freight train has struck a city bus near Bangkok’s Airport Rail Link Makkasan station, killing eight people and injuring about 32. Videos show the bus stopped on the tracks at a red light, preventing barriers from closing; the train was unable to stop and the bus and nearby vehicles caught fire. Rescue teams are searching and treating the wounded.
Former LAPD detective Mark Fuhrman, involved in the O. J. Simpson case, has died. Reports say he passed away on May 12 from throat cancer, with public attention centering on his role in the 1994 investigation and his perjury conviction the following year.
A roundup of recent criminal cases across the U.S. reports on a murder case in Escondido, a court dismissal in Florida, a rapper/artist case, and other local incidents. The updates reflect ongoing legal proceedings and new court actions as of June 8, 2026.
A series of fatal incidents have emerged in California and Washington as investigators pursue homicide and related charges. In Aberdeen, Washington, a 36-year-old man has been detained on suspicion of murder and related offenses after the death of his son, Aiden, who had previously been in foster care. In California, a fatal stabbing spree near Modesto has left three people dead, including a 23-year-old mother, a grandmother, and an infant, with the suspect in custody. Investigations describe a pattern of violence tied to personal disputes. Authorities are coordinating across jurisdictions to determine motives and connections between cases.
Veteran actor James Handy has died after a stabbing in Tarzana, Calif. Police have arrested Michael Gledhill, 44, the son of Handy’s girlfriend, on suspicion of murder after Handy was found in the front yard with a chest wound. Investigators say the 911 call described a man scene as “the son of man, I just killed the man of sin.” Handy’s career spans five decades, including Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick.
England faces Mexico in the World Cup last-16 at the Azteca Stadium. Security has been stepped up amid noise outside England’s hotel and concerns about crowds, with authorities preparing for potential disruptions. Kick-off remains at 6pm local time, with officials emphasizing safety and orderly conduct.
Matt Gutman reveals he nearly fell for an advanced bank scam after a caller posed as fraud protection, detailing how he followed instructions to withdraw cash. The incident underscores the sophistication of modern phone scams and the vulnerability even seasoned journalists feel.
An 81-year-old actor known for Jumanji and Top Gun: Maverick has died after an alleged attack in Tarzana. Police say the suspect has surrendered and investigators are reviewing details from the LAPD and medical examiner reports.
The LAPD has let its three-year contract with Flock Safety expire amid civil-liberties and privacy concerns. An external audit recommends pausing new ALPR deployments, tightening data-control rules, and boosting public input before any new agreements. City officials and civil-rights groups are pressuring for stronger safeguards and clearer ownership of data.
Los Angeles prosecutors have presented texts, photos and forensic evidence at a preliminary hearing accusing singer David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, of murdering and sexually abusing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Evidence shown has included long-running messages, indications of a pregnancy and abortion, purchases of tools and a body bag, and DNA matches tying blood in Burke’s garage and a Tesla to the victim.
The Odyssey has ignited a global cinema moment as fans travel to London, LA and beyond for 70mm Imax screenings. Tickets sell out, with unprecedented demand and cross-border pilgrimages, while industry observers weigh the impact on cinemas and traditional distribution.
Prosecutors have presented evidence in a Los Angeles preliminary hearing that could move D4vd—real name David Burke—toward trial on murder, sexual abuse of a minor, and mutilation charges related to Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Defense questions DNA handling and possible alternate suspects as the hearing proceeds.
Judge has ruled that a 2008 interview with Duane “Keffe D” Davis is admissible in the murder trial over Tupac Shakur’s 1996 killing, set to begin Aug. 10. Davis is charged with murder and could face life in prison if convicted. The trial has drawn renewed attention to Davis’s memoir and related media.
Zoox has secured a federal exemption to begin charging fares for its robotaxi service, launching paid operations in Las Vegas and planning expansion as state approvals come in. The rollout follows earlier free-service tests across multiple cities, with safety oversight and compliance requirements in place.
New episodes and updates across Northstar Politics and Manifesto examine accountability in politics, the role of wealth taxes, religion in leftist discourse, and a mass-shooter manifesto turned documentary project. Independent pieces highlight how platforms shape political imagination and how a true-crime format reframes public understanding of violence.
The Department of Justice has launched the BIDEN program to fund local enforcement collaborations, with funds open through 2028. Some states may reimburse costs if federal intervention is needed. UC San Diego exits Operation Stonegarden funding, citing concerns over campus safety and trust. The Navajo Nation expands license-plate cameras with Flock Safety, sparking privacy concerns amid a broader national debate over surveillance.
Nick Reiner has pleaded not guilty after a grand jury unsealed an indictment charging him with two counts of murder in the deaths of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, in Brentwood, Los Angeles. The indictment adds special circumstantial allegations and a knife-use allegation, making death-penalty considerations possible but not decided. Proceedings resume with a September 15 pretrial hearing.