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June 17

Massive mob leaves Los Angeles Autozone store ransacked, destroyed

An Autozone store in South Los Angeles was broken into and looted by a massive crowd Monday morning, marking the second time in nearly one year the location was targeted in a possible street takeover. (KTTV)

June 17

Minnesota police praised for foiling lawmaker shooting suspect's plan

Officer intervention likely prevented more deaths after suspect Vance Boelter allegedly killed state Rep. Melissa Hortman on Saturday, police chief says.

June 17

Florida sheriff scolds Lizzo after she said law enforcement threatened to 'kill' peaceful protestors

Florida Sheriff Wayne Ivey challenged Lizzo's accusation, saying he supports First Amendment rights for peaceful protests while only warning against violent protest tactics.

June 17

Minnesota lawmaker happened to be on vacation when masked suspect knocked on door

The man accused of shooting two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses early Saturday also visited the homes of two other lawmakers, but one of them was away on vacation.

June 17

Brooklyn Park officers credited with foiling plan of alleged lawmaker shooter

Police Chief Mark Bruley says quick-thinking action likely saved lives after police encountered Vance Boelter at Rep. Melissa Hortman's home.

June 17

Joey Jones shares inspiring stories of America's first responders in new book

'Behind the Badge' brings to life dramatic rescues, heart-wrenching losses and awe-inspiring acts of courage.

June 17

Accused Minnesota shooter visited two other lawmakers’ homes between attacks

The man accused of shooting two Minnesota state lawmakers also visited the homes of two other politicians in between his attacks early Saturday

June 17

Fake cop suspected in lawmaker assassination had extensive security training before 'targeted' attack

Vance Boelter allegedly used police uniform and silicon mask to target Minnesota lawmakers in separate shootings, raising questions about his access to law enforcement equipment.

June 17

Karen Read’s verdict could come fast—or not: Here’s what other cases show

Karen Read murder trial deliberations compared to other high-profile cases like OJ Simpson, Casey Anthony, Scott Peterson, and Alex Murdaugh.

June 16

2 NYC court officers stabbed at site of iconic trials

Two uniformed officers were injured in a stabbing at a Lower Manhattan courthouse, with both reportedly in stable condition following "targeted attack."