Authorities Investigate Homicide at Burning Man: Suspected Weapon in Custody as Search for Witnesses Continues

PERSHING COUNTY, Nev. — A tragic incident during the Burning Man Festival has resulted in the death of Vadim Kruglov, following a fatal stabbing on Saturday night. Local authorities have now identified and secured a weapon believed to be linked to the incident, according to a statement from the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office. The stabbing occurred between 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. in the vicinity of 8 o’clock and I Street in Black Rock City. Investigators are seeking information that could help identify the suspect or suspects involved in this homicide. Officials are urging anyone … Read more

Jury Selection Underway for High-Profile Pittsfield Homicide Case from 2022

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Jury selection is set to begin Monday in the trial concerning a fatal shooting that took place in Pittsfield in 2022. The case has drawn significant attention from the community and legal experts alike as it unfolds in the wake of ongoing debates about public safety and gun violence. The incident at the center of this trial involved the death of a 20-year-old man, who was shot in a residential area. The circumstances surrounding the shooting have led to questions about potential motives and the series of events that culminated in the … Read more

Heartbreak in the Courtroom: Mother Faces Charges of Negligent Homicide in Child Abuse Case

NEW ORLEANS — Hilda Vasquez appeared in court Monday for the first time following her arrest, facing severe allegations related to the abuse of her son, Bryan Vaquez, who reportedly suffered multiple injuries throughout his short life. According to child advocates, the case highlights a heartbreaking history of neglect and maltreatment. Melanie Talia, affiliated with the New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation, described Bryan as a “healthy baby boy” whose life dramatically changed just three months after birth. Prosecutors allege that Vasquez subjected Bryan to ongoing abuse, resulting in traumatic injuries including a fractured skull, … Read more

Jury Declares Homicide in Highland Park Police Shooting During Well-Being Check

Highland Park, Ill. — A jury has determined that the death of Brent Bucholtz, a 59-year-old man, was a homicide following an officer-involved shooting that occurred during a well-being check on June 20, 2025. This decision came through an inquest held by the Lake County Coroner’s Office and confirmed that Bucholtz died from multiple gunshot wounds. The autopsy revealed that Bucholtz was shot several times, with Chief Deputy Coroner Steve Newton indicating this ruling was anticipated. “The classification of homicide for the purposes of death certification is a neutral term and does not imply criminal … Read more