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Investigation widens as sheriff searches Paul Flores’ mother’s Arroyo Grande home in Kristin Smart case
crime24 days ago

Investigation widens as sheriff searches Paul Flores’ mother’s Arroyo Grande home in Kristin Smart case

San Luis Obispo County deputies served a search warrant at Susan Flores’s Arroyo Grande home, the mother of Paul Flores, as part of the Kristin Smart investigation. The move follows earlier soil-vapor analysis suggesting a decomposition signal near the yard. Paul Flores was convicted of Smart’s murder in 2022, but Susan Flores has not been charged. The search is ongoing and details remain limited as authorities pursue new leads to locate Smart’s remains.

Trash pull prompts search warrant in Aden Holloway case
sports2 months ago

Trash pull prompts search warrant in Aden Holloway case

Alabama guard Aden Holloway was arrested on first-degree marijuana possession (not for personal use) and failure to affix a tax stamp after agents recovered 2.1 pounds of marijuana, paraphernalia and cash; a trash pull at his apartment linked to his address prompted the search warrant, with investigators citing drug transactions on his phone. Holloway was removed from campus and suspended from the Alabama basketball team as the UA Office of Student Conduct investigates.

Georgia county slams FBI raid affidavit as biased, lacking probable cause
politics3 months ago

Georgia county slams FBI raid affidavit as biased, lacking probable cause

Fulton County officials fault the FBI’s search-warrant affidavit for relying on biased witnesses and failing to establish probable cause, as they seek the return of seized 2020 election records and challenge the document after the DOJ released the affidavit detailing alleged defects in Fulton County’s election handling and debunked fraud claims.

Fulton County accuses DOJ of omitting facts in 2020 ballots warrant case
politics3 months ago

Fulton County accuses DOJ of omitting facts in 2020 ballots warrant case

Fulton County, Ga., officials allege the Justice Department and FBI omitted crucial information and relied on questionable witnesses in the FBI affidavit used to justify a search of the county’s 2020 election ballots. They say the filing describes routine election mistakes rather than a crime and failed to disclose prior investigations that could undermine witnesses’ credibility. The county seeks the return of the materials and has pressed to unseal more documents, with a court hearing set next week.

Tucson investigation expands with detentions but no arrests in Guthrie case
crime3 months ago

Tucson investigation expands with detentions but no arrests in Guthrie case

Authorities in Tucson used a helicopter-mounted Bluetooth scanner to track Nancy Guthrie’s pacemaker signal amid a federal search operation that detained several people and searched a Range Rover, but no arrests have been made and Guthrie’s whereabouts remain unknown as investigators push forward with neighborhood canvassing and forensics.

FBI defends Fulton County election hub raid, citing probable cause
politics3 months ago

FBI defends Fulton County election hub raid, citing probable cause

FBI Director Kash Patel said investigators had probable cause for the Fulton County raid on a 2020 election hub, with a judge-authorized search that targeted physical ballots, tabulator tapes, electronic ballot images, and voter rolls as part of an ongoing investigation. The operation, which also drew attention for DNI Tulsi Gabbard’s presence, comes amid ongoing Trump-related election-fraud discourse and prior Georgia cases connected to the 2020 results, including a case that was dismissed in 2025. Patel stressed the FBI follows facts and the law, and that significant material is still under review.

Judge blocks government review of seized Washington Post materials in press-freedom ruling
politics4 months ago

Judge blocks government review of seized Washington Post materials in press-freedom ruling

A federal judge issued a temporary order barring the government from reviewing the Washington Post reporter Hannah Natanson’s seized materials, delaying any examination until a February 6 hearing in The Post’s suit for their return. The Post argues the seizure chills First Amendment rights and newsroom work; the government says the search was tied to a contractor accused of removing classified documents. Natanson is not the subject of an investigation, and the seized devices span years of reporting and confidential sources.

world8 months ago

FBI Discovers Classified Documents in John Bolton’s Office

The FBI found classified documents in John Bolton's DC office, dating back to his time in the Bush administration, prompting a thorough review. The search was authorized by a federal magistrate, the same judge involved in high-profile cases like Donald Trump's indictment. The incident occurs amid ongoing political and legal scrutiny of former officials, including Trump and Biden, over handling of classified materials.

Protests Erupt in Minneapolis Over Federal Law Enforcement Actions
local1 year ago

Protests Erupt in Minneapolis Over Federal Law Enforcement Actions

A large federal law enforcement presence in south Minneapolis, involving FBI, ATF, and Homeland Security, led to protests as they executed search warrants related to drug and money laundering investigations, not immigration enforcement. The operation drew community protests and tensions, with some confrontations and use of chemical irritants, but no injuries or arrests were reported.

ATF Director Testifies on Deadly Raid Involving Little Rock Airport Leader
crime-and-law-enforcement2 years ago

ATF Director Testifies on Deadly Raid Involving Little Rock Airport Leader

Bryan Malinowski, the director of Little Rock’s airport, was killed during an ATF raid on his home, suspected of selling guns without a license. The incident has sparked outrage and debate over government overreach and gun rights, with Republicans questioning the necessity of the raid. The ATF had been investigating Malinowski for months, suspecting him of illegal gun sales, but his family and friends argue he was a hobbyist. The case highlights the complexities of gun laws and the controversial "gun show loophole."

"Atlantic City Mayor Under Investigation for Family Matter, Lawyer Says"
politics2 years ago

"Atlantic City Mayor Under Investigation for Family Matter, Lawyer Says"

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. and his family's home were subject to a search warrant as part of an ongoing police investigation into a "family matter" that arose several months ago, according to Small and his attorney. The investigation is related to a situation that occurred within the mayor's family, and detectives arrived at the house where Small, his wife, and two children reside.

Arkansas Airport Executive Dies in ATF Raid Shootout
crime2 years ago

Arkansas Airport Executive Dies in ATF Raid Shootout

Bryan Malinowski, the executive director of the Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport, has died from injuries sustained during a raid at his home by ATF agents. Questions surround the circumstances of the shooting, with the ATF stating they were serving a search warrant when a gunfire exchange occurred. The reason for the search warrant remains unknown, and concerns have been raised about the lack of information from authorities. Malinowski's brother has questioned the timing and necessity of the raid, expressing disbelief that his brother was involved in anything illegal.