A July 1 pursuit in Crystal ended when officers say a flamethrower was tossed toward squad cars; investigators recovered suspected fentanyl, a handgun and drugs.

A Washington County jury convicted Sage Robert Tarango of rape, strangulation and assault; a judge gave him a 150-month prison term.

Detectives are investigating after a 56-year-old inmate at Falkenburg Road Jail died after being taken to Tampa General Hospital.

A former Franklin youth soccer coach was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after prosecutors said he sexually exploited children and recorded the assaults.

Authorities are searching for an 18‑year‑old wanted in a Whiteville homicide who has been linked to a Roanoke Rapids double killing; an alleged accomplice has been arrested.

A man was arrested after a vehicle pursuit in the 18000 block of Kuykendahl Road; deputies recovered a firearm and said the investigation is ongoing.

A former Rio Linda teacher pleaded not guilty to felony theft after prosecutors say she siphoned ASB funds. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for July 15.

A San Antonio builder says illegal parties at Shavano Ranch construction sites caused more than $100,000 in damage and pushed buyers’ move‑ins back while he urges police to step up enforcement.

A naked suspect is jailed after police say three women were assaulted near the DeKalb Public Library and farmers market; two were treated at a hospital and charges are pending.

After a deadly Carson takeover and other destructive gatherings, L.A. County announced higher fines and stepped‑up patrols paired with outreach and street deterrents.

Four juveniles were arrested after a Garfield Park robbery attempt left a teen shot in what police describe as self-defense. The Marion County prosecutor will review charges.

FBI Seattle says six drones were seized July 1 near Lumen Field — the 35th seizure around Seattle Stadium during World Cup play.

One person was arrested after nine cats were found dead at an Oakdale home; authorities say the investigation is ongoing.