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12/23/2025

The U.S. Coast Guard on Sunday was pursuing another sanctioned oil tanker in the Caribbean Sea as the Trump administration appeared to be intensifying its targeting of such vessels connected to Venezuelan government.

12/22/2025

Two Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies are being hailed as heroes for rescuing two paragliders who got lost in the fog and ended up crashing into the ocean.

12/22/2025

YIKES! 😰🎢Two thrill-seekers were trapped for almost an hour after Circuit Breaker, Circuit of The Americas’ (COTA) tilt rollercoaster, malfunctioned on Wednesday, December 17.

Terrifying footage recorded by publicist Catalina Sanchez shows the two men, Matthew Cantu, 24, and Nicholas Sanchez, 20, hanging at a 90-degree angle after the ride came to a stop just after 8:50 pm.

“On December 17, we visited Circuit of the Americas like any other guests to enjoy what Peppermint Parkway had to offer during the holiday season,” the pair said in a joint statement sent to Storyful by the source.

“At approximately 8:52 pm, the Circuit Breaker ride stopped at the peak of the 130-foot drop. Roughly 10 minutes later, it became clear we were suspended at a 90-degree angle facing the ground.”

“After 36 minutes of continually seeking updates from staff, and with no emergency crews on scene, a family member called 911 at approximately 9:28 pm. We were later evaluated and released by Austin–Travis County EMS at approximately 10:04 pm.”

COTA said “a sensor triggered a ride delay” as it confirmed the incident in a statement to Fox.

“As with all amusement attractions of this sort, delays occasionally occur. We regret the inconvenience and are glad that out of the 25,000 people that have ridden the coaster, only two have this badge of courage,” COTA said.

Storyful contacted COTA for comment.

12/22/2025

So many people fall asleep on their couches, but that may not be the best thing for you.

12/22/2025

An Amazon driver was arrested last week for a road rage murder in Philadelphia, the U.S. Marshals Service announced.

12/22/2025

A man accused of killing 15 people at Sydney's Bondi Beach conducted fi****ms training with his father, according to police.

12/22/2025

Bishop Ronald Hicks of Joliet is set to lead the New York Archdiocese. Although he is moving to the East Coast, he says he will continue to support Chicago sports teams 🏈 | https://bit.ly/4p45N63

12/22/2025

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries on Sunday criticized the Justice Department's partial release of files relating to convicted s*x offender Jeffrey Epstein's abuse.

12/22/2025

A quick-thinking driver definitely could not be accused of adding fuel to the fire, as he quickly tipped his garbage truck’s load when he spotted that the trash had started to burn.

The driver of the truck was praised for his quick response on TikTok.

“Driver did the correct thing here, backed up and got it off the truck […] This is no rookie,” one person wrote under the video.

“Can you imagine his panic? He did a great job!” another TikTok user commented.

Jonathan West, who filmed the video, said he didn’t expect to catch the blaze on camera.

“I am a driver for UPS and was just pulling up to my next stop. I came around the corner and noticed the flames on top of the truck and just started recording. Had no idea it was gonna be a good video,” he said.

12/22/2025

Prosecutors say John-Paul Miller posted a n**e photo of Mica Miller online without her consent and contacted her over 50 times in a single day.

12/22/2025

12/22/2025

Republican Sen. Rand Paul criticized President Donald Trump's military mission off Venezuela's coast on Sunday.

12/22/2025

12/22/2025

Police have confirmed that the body found in the southwest suburbs is that of a missing man.

12/22/2025

12/22/2025

A new "rogue towing" law will go into effect in Illinois on Jan. 1, 2026. | Read more: https://bit.ly/4qnlo1R

12/22/2025

🐈‍⬛🥺 A kitten that wandered into an open garage during a party got trapped for nine days before finally being rescued “underweight and dehydrated,” according to a Long Island-based animal rescuer.

John Debacker filmed a video while coming to the kitten’s rescue. He said the footage was taken in Franklin Square on December 21.

“Back on December 12, the owners of this Franklin Square garage hosted a party where the garage was kept open for an extended period of time,” he wrote on Facebook.

“Unbeknownst to them, they let in a visitor that found a hiding spot and for the next nine days, this 8-week-old baby remained stuck with no way out.”

“As days went on, he became more and more desperate letting out cries for help which progressively got louder each day,” Debacker continued. “Neighbors and relatives all searched the garage to no avail as the kitten wasn’t making a peep for them and they thought the owner was imagining things.

“Luckily I was summoned to rescue this baby that appeared very underweight and dehydrated. He is now in the safe care of All About Cats Rescue receiving fluids and medical treatment,” Debacker said.

12/22/2025

Barry Manilow will be having surgery to remove a cancerous spot on his lung and will reschedule his January concerts, the singer announced Monday. https://abc7chicago.com/post/barry-manilow-have-surgery-early-stage-lung-cancer-postpones-january-concerts/18306942/?ex_cid=TA_WLS_FB&utm_campaign=trueAnthem:+New+Content+(Feed)&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=facebook

12/22/2025

Dramatic security video released by police officials captured the moment an accused shoplifter allegedly pulled a loaded handgun on a police officer.

12/22/2025

A 10-month-old baby who sparked nationwide headlines after receiving a first-of-its kind gene-editing treatment was released from the hospital just in time for the holidays! 😍 https://bit.ly/4qsLErL

12/22/2025

Dashcam video captured harrowing moments as west suburban police rescued a driver from a fiery crash on I-88.

12/22/2025

Jamie McPhee, the wife of "The Wire" actor James Ransone, is speaking out for the first time since her husband's death.

12/22/2025

😍🐆🐆 Amur leopard cubs enjoyed playing with each other during a snow day at Brookfield Zoo Chicago, footage released on Tuesday, December 16, shows.

Footage shared by the zoo shows Amur leopard cubs pouncing on each other and on their mom, Mina, in their snowy enclosure.

“Pouncing, stalking, and ambushing help develop motor skills like coordination, balance, and muscle strength,” Brookfield Zoo Chicago wrote on X. “The Amur leopard cub sisters can often be found practicing these moves on each other and mom, Mina, in the mornings.”

12/22/2025

A light aircraft was seen flipping over in Helena, Montana, as strong winds ripped through the area on Wednesday, December 17.

This footage was captured by Joseph Rahn, who said that the aircraft had “recently been refurbished”.

“It broke its tiedowns and the airport staff were trying to secure it again so it did not blow out onto the runway or into any other airplanes,” Rahn said.

Wind gusts nearing 100 miles per hour hit parts of Montana on Wednesday, according to the Daily Montanan.