Illinois man charged with plot to kidnap boy in Florida to hold for ransom
Devontay Shields, 35, of Danville, was arrested on Saturday at Union Station, as he tried to board an Amtrak train to Miami, according to federal prosecutors.
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Devontay Shields, 35, of Danville, was arrested on Saturday at Union Station, as he tried to board an Amtrak train to Miami, according to federal prosecutors.
Grammy-winning Chicago rapper Lil Durk has been charged in a murder-for-hire plot and is now in custody. The FBI said he was arrested Thursday night in South Florida as he attempted to flee the country.
Vice President Kamala Harris will formally accept the Democratic party nomination for president, capping the four-day convention.
Former President Bill Clinton in his DNC address said Harris has "the vision, the experience, the temperament, the will — and yes — the sheer joy to get something done."
The first night of the Democratic National Convention walked the line between "thank you Joe" and "we are moving forward."
The DNC, where Kamala Harris will officially be recognized as the Democratic nominee, takes place this week in Chicago.
The longtime party figure and native Chicagoan previews this week's Democratic National Convention, and offers a message to his fellow Democrats about the prospects of the Harris-Walz ticket come Election Day.
He's always been a fan, but NBA legend Dwyane Wade credits his young daughter as a major influence for why he started investing in the WNBA.
Justin Timberlake spoke about his recent arrest on D.W.I. charges while performing in Chicago as part of his world tour.
After the plane landed, deputies, American Medical Technologists personnel, and Air National Guard Fire personnel immediately received and began performing life-saving measures on the girl.
There were multiple fatalities from a tornado that ripped through the small Iowa town of Greenfield, which saw homes and businesses destroyed.
Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese suited up as professionals for the first time Friday night as the brief league preseason begins.
"The offenders' actions, make no mistake, are horrific and unacceptable in our city," Chicago Police Area One Deputy Chief Don Jerome said.
This time it was a Boeing 737-800 plane that suffered a malfunction.
The nation's top public health agency is expanding a program that tests international travelers for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases.
A flight, on its way to Chicago, was forced to return to the airport due to a disruptive passenger.
Police said the passengers were evacuated, and the plane was searched at a remote location at O'Hare Airport.
New York City's American Museum of Natural History is closing two halls featuring Native American objects.
The storm has impacted airports across much of the country
Tesla advises owners to keep the charge level above 20 percent during bitter cold weather.
Jimmy Butler scored 18 of his 36 points in the third quarter, and the Miami Heat extended the NBA's current longest winning streak to seven games by beating the Brooklyn Nets 122-115 on Thursday night.
Scott Milison triumphed over 39 other contestants in the raucous amateur eating competition in Marathon.
It's the second mass shooting of the weekend. This one happening near Pulaski and 13th Street in Lawndale.
To help Americans looking to leave Israel, the State Department said it would continue operating charter flights "on a rolling basis" this week.
Lionel Messi wasn't in Chicago with Inter Miami on Wednesday night for a game against the Fire, missing his fifth match in the last six with the MLS club.
Jimmy Butler scored a season-high 33 points, leading the Miami Heat to a 123-118 overtime win over the Dallas Mavericks.
The death of music star Liam Payne has thrust "pink cocaine," sometimes also called Tusi, into the national spotlight. The National Drug Early Warning System predicted its rise back in 2023.
The apparent shooting happened just before 3 a.m. Sunday, Lauderhill Police said.
Crews are currently at the scene of the blaze at Lillie C. Evans Elementary School
Months after her resignation, Alina Hudak is now taking on the sports world in a new role.
Jimmy Butler scored a season-high 33 points, leading the Miami Heat to a 123-118 overtime win over the Dallas Mavericks.
The death of music star Liam Payne has thrust "pink cocaine," sometimes also called Tusi, into the national spotlight. The National Drug Early Warning System predicted its rise back in 2023.
The apparent shooting happened just before 3 a.m. Sunday, Lauderhill Police said.
They say the best journey takes you home. I couldn't agree more.
While I wasn't born or raised in South Florida, the area still holds a special place in my heart.
Florida coach Billy Napier is getting a fourth season to try to get the Gators back to their winning ways.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster said that Russia and Ukraine are both incentivized to make "as many gains on the battlefield as they can before the new Trump administration comes in."
Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth said that Pete Hegseth is "flat-out wrong" in his view that women should not serve in the military in combat roles.
Democrats say they're concerned or scared Trump will threaten their rights, but fewer than half feel motivated to oppose him.
Jim devotes the entire half hour to an interview with Miami State Representative Danny Perez who was sworn in this week as the Speaker of the Florida House.
In a brief statement, NATO said Trump and its secretary general, Mark Rutte, met on Friday in Palm Beach, Florida.
Jim devotes the entire half hour to an interview with Miami State Representative Danny Perez who was sworn in this week as the Speaker of the Florida House.
As the nation prepares for a Trump presidency in which Republicans control both the House and the Senate, Jim interviews leaders on both sides of the political landscape.
Jim interviews Rosanna "Rosie" Cordero-Stutz who was elected this week as the sheriff of Miami-Dade; and Jim talks to the executive director of the Florida Women's Freedom Coalition about what's next for abortion in Florida.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
His stance conflicts with advice from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
The FDA's Dr. Peter Marks says he hopes to keep his job under a second Trump term, and urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to "keep an open mind."
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issues urgent safety alert after ninth recall of adult bed rails in three years.
These gifts from Stanley, Apple, AllTrails and more won't bust your budget.
From top-rated smart mugs to cold brew starter kits, we've rounded up the coffee lover presents to gift this Christmas.
Just in time for the holiday season, Nintendo has released Nintendo Switch bundles and special editions.
For that authentic grilling experience, you can't beat a charcoal grill. We've rounded up the best grill options.
Discover the best tech gifts during the 2024 holiday season that your friends and loved ones will absolutely adore.
Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Chuck Woolery was inducted into the American TV Game Show Hall of Fame in 2007 and earned a daytime Emmy nomination in 1978.
The Grammy nominee, 26, posted a rainbow flag emoji and short statement, then added in another post that he had been "outted."
Lawyers for actor Jonathan Majors and Grace Jabbari agreed to dismiss the case with prejudice, according to a joint filing in Manhattan federal court.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
The 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist's new album features 12 songs.