February 26 Florida man kills 2, wounds deputy and 1 other in vehicular attack, shooting spree: sheriff A Florida shooting spree in Pahokee, Florida, leaves three dead after the suspect allegedly kills two and hits deputy with car. The officer survived and shot the attacker dead.
February 26 Ex-nonprofit boss allegedly swiped $1.2M meant for homeless programs to fund lavish lifestyle, DA says Millions meant for San Francisco's homeless population were allegedly diverted by nonprofit CEO Gwendolyn Westbrook. DA says scheme deprived city of critical resources.
February 26 Victim fears for others after California parole board approves release of convicted child predator Victim of convicted serial child predator rejects his apology after California parole board approves release, saying "I don't believe that people like that change."
February 26 Trump spotlights victims of repeat offenders and illegal aliens in emotional SOTU President Trump honored crime victims and their families during his State of the Union address, promising justice for those killed by alleged criminals.
February 26 Sacramento Sheriff Jim Cooper sounds alarm over paroled child molester Sacramento Sheriff Jim Cooper discusses the release of convicted child molester David Allen Funston, 64, due to California's elderly parole law. Funston was convicted of 16 counts of kidnapping and child molestation.
February 26 Five arrested, federally charged in major Minneapolis fentanyl trafficking case Law enforcement officials said at a press briefing that the “Family Mob” street gang used violence to control territory while trafficking narcotics.
February 26 Louisiana teacher arrested for alleged inappropriate behavior with a juvenile Louisiana police arrested Emma Katherine Prejean, a 29-year-old St. Charles Parish teacher, on charges of inappropriate behavior with a juvenile.
February 26 Third Rhode Island hockey rink shooting victim dies and is identified Third victim dies in Rhode Island hockey arena shooting allegedly carried out by transgender suspect who killed ex-wife and son in suspected family dispute.
February 26 Repeat offender kills 2 deputies days after $50K bond despite long violent record: police A violent repeat offender with a long criminal history shot and killed two Missouri deputies before being killed in a 30-minute shoot-out with law enforcement, authorities said.
February 26 Judge orders Ilhan Omar attack suspect to remain in custody pending trial A man accused of assaulting Rep. Ilhan Omar with apple cider vinegar at a Minneapolis town hall was ordered to remain in custody until trial.