New crack forms on Laguna Niguel cliff as rain approaches

A new crack has formed on a coastal cliff beneath the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel just above a Salt Creek trail.

Texas man put to death for decapitating his three children

Texas death row inmate John Allen Rubio was executed Thursday by lethal injection at the state penitentiary in Huntsville for the 2003 murder of his three young children in Brownsville.

New crack forms on Laguna Niguel cliff
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A new crack has formed on a coastal cliff beneath the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel just above a Salt Creek trail. Local residents are expressing safety concerns for families and beachgoers as rain enters the forecast.

Kentucky governor calls for firing of HHS Secretary RFK Jr.

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is urging President Donald Trump to "immediately" fire Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., accusing him of undermining the nation’s public health system.

US to fund new research into potential PTSD treatment for veterans

The U.S. government plans to spend up to $4.9 million to help prepare for clinical trials for a psychedelic drug that could serve as a treatment for veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Thursday. 

Justice Department strips malware blamed for US cyberattacks, seizes web domains that loaded it

Federal authorities say they have successfully removed the "Gootloader" malware, blamed for ransomware attacks on at least 44 U.S.-based victims, from more than 100 computer servers and have seized U.S. domain names used in related cybercrimes.

Ohio lawmakers pass bill easing restrictions on silencers, short-barreled guns

Ohio lawmakers passed legislation Tuesday easing state restrictions on gun silencers and short-barreled rifles and shotguns, sending the bill to Gov. Mike DeWine.

Children rescued after holding up sign in window: 'HELP US'

Children in Florida are being praised for their bravery after holding a “HELP US" sign up in a window during a domestic disturbance. 

Arizona couple accused in pre-planned desert stabbing death of registered sex offender

A couple faces first-degree homicide charges after a 29-year-old registered sex offender was found stabbed to death in the Arizona desert in an alleged pre-planned murder.

Florida city cancels St. Patrick’s Day parade, Pride event over state DEI law

Delray Beach canceled its St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Pride event to comply with a Florida law barring towns from supporting diversity initiatives.

Soldier who scolded Hegseth, aides at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier awarded medal

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has given a top award to the service member who scolded him and his staff at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier following a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.

103-year-old WWII vet reaches millions online
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Meet a World War II veteran from Camarillo with more than 2 million followers online.  Jack Van Nordehim served in the Army and helped care for malaria patients in Australia. FOX 11's Glen Walker asks Jack what it feels like to hear from his followers.

DC shooting: 1 killed, 4 hurt in Logan Circle gym attack, suspect identified

One man was killed, and four other people were wounded early Thursday in a shooting that began inside a gym in Washington, D.C.'s Logan Circle neighborhood.  The suspect barricaded himself in a nearby apartment, fired at officers and died of what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, officials said.

LASD deputy hurt after driver allegedly runs red light
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A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy was rushed to the hospital after a driver allegedly ran a red light.

LA County Sheriff's deputy hurt in Calabasas rollover crash

A Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy was rushed to the hospital after their patrol vehicle overturned when another driver allegedly ran a red light in Calabasas on Thursday morning.

Where is college most affordable? See how your state ranks

College costs are taking a bigger bite out of family budgets, but affordability varies widely by state, according to a new WalletHub analysis.

Brooklyn building collapse: 8 dead, dozens injured
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The deadly collapse of a three-story apartment building in Brooklyn was caused by "unsafe construction operations at the adjacent property," according to the New York City Department of Buildings. Hundreds of emergency workers continue searching the rubble for survivors as the death toll rises.

Woman found buried in basement nearly 40 years ago finally identified

Authorities utilized forensic genetic genealogy and identified a 31-year-old woman as a second woman found buried in the basement of a Tennessee home in 1987, closing a nearly 40-year-old cold case mystery.