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A former Florida sheriff has been charged with racketeering and conspiracy after an investigation into an illegal gambling operation. Ex-Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez was arrested Thursday on first-degree felony charges over accusations he pocketed hundreds of thousands of dollars and used campaign contributions to keep the alleged gambling operation afloat. "As law enforcement, we are held to higher standards of integrity and character than other professions," Florida Department of Law Enforcement Commissioner Mark Glass said in a statement. "This case revealed that Lopez violated the trust and integrity expected of him as the duly elected sheriff of Osceola County."NBA PLAYER INVESTIGATED

The Transportation Security Administration clarified this week that a Costco membership card is not sufficient to present at airport security. "We love hotdogs & rotisserie chickens as much as the next person but please stop telling people their Costco card counts as a REAL ID because it absolutely does not," the TSA wrote on Facebook Wednesday. The reminder comes less than a month after the U.S. began requiring a REAL ID driver's license when flying domestically May 7. REAL ID IS HERE: 5 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE FLYINGAside from REAL IDs, which have enhanced federal standards, domestic flyers can also use their passports

The suspect accused of injuring over a dozen people after throwing Molotov cocktails into a crowd of peaceful pro-Israel demonstrators last weekend appeared in federal court in Denver Friday to face a federal hate crime charge.Along with a federal hate crime charge, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, 45, faces additional charges in Colorado, including attempted murder.Soliman allegedly crafted 18 Molotov cocktails before driving to Boulder June 1 and prepared for the peaceful pro-Israel demonstrators to arrive for the "Run For Their Lives," in support of the Israeli hostages. Soliman is accused of throwing two incendiary devices at the crowd. Soliman entered a courtroom

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Claims that President Donald Trump dropped his well-regarded NASA nominee over Democratic donations don’t hold up, given his track record of appointing officials from across the political spectrum."Trump Is Said to Have Known About NASA Nominee’s Donations Before Picking Him," read the latest headline from the New York Times about the president’s decision to pull Jared Isaacman’s nomination – as the firestorm continues over the spacewalking billionaire’s close ally Elon Musk’s coinciding break with the president.Trump had known about many of his circle’s Democratic ties before Isaacson came on the scene, including his own history.Until the Obama administration, Trump reliably

Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark has already dubbed the Pacers the "greatest comeback team" of her lifetime. They proved that point again with another comeback victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night. Clark, who has been sidelined for weeks with a quad injury, celebrated on social media as the Pacers took their first lead of the game in the final second of the fourth quarter when Tyrese Haliburton’s jump shot gave Indiana a one-point lead and secured the 111-110 victory over the Thunder. "YOU CANT MAKE IT UP," Clark posted on X. CLICK HERE FOR

1. Musk faces GOP backlash after shocking allegation about Trump and Epstein2. Clash between Trump and Musk over key bill creates nightmare scenario for Republicans3. Tesla pays big price as feud explodes into public view‘IT IS CLEAR’ – Department of Homeland Security ends controversial program after explosive allegations. Continue reading …POISON PLOT – Mexican cartels' deadly partnership with Chinese suppliers exposed in massive chemical bust. Continue reading …‘DEVIL IN THE OZARKS’ – Dangerous former police chief on the run as expert warns outdoorsmen to stay away. Continue reading … DARK SIDE – Billy Bush says Diddy's alleged balcony incident echoes 'sick'

A survivalist is issuing a warning for hikers and outdoorsmen in the Ozarks of Arkansas: steer clear of the area.Shawn Hendrix's warning comes amid an ongoing search for prison escapee and former Gateway Police Department Chief Grant Hardin, 56, who fled from a medium-security prison in Calico Rock on Sunday, May 25, according to the Arkansas Department of Corrections (ADC). Nicknamed the "Devil in the Ozarks," Hardin was serving decades in prison for murder and rape."I think that the big thing that gets him caught or dead in the field is getting injured … or a foodborne illness — he drinks

The Big, Beautiful Bill became the big, throbbing migraine for Congressional Republicans this week.That’s thanks to the big, ugly brawl between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.It started Tuesday with a hangup between Congressional Republicans and Musk over the Big, Beautiful Bill. Musk characterized it as a "disgusting abomination." He then turned on all 215 House Republicans who voted yes on the bill last month."You know you did wrong," declared Musk.House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., tried to call Musk to foam the political flames.MUSK SAYS TRUMP WOULD HAVE LOST 2024 ELECTION WITHOUT HIM AS 'BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL' FEUD CONTINUES"I called

Harvard filed an amended complaint in federal court on Thursday arguing that the Trump administration’s decision to ban entry to foreign students with F and J visas if they plan to attend the Ivy League is unconstitutional.Over 7,000 students at Harvard hold F-1 or J-1 visas. Without those certifications, they can’t study, teach, or conduct research in the U.S. The ban also affects their families and dependents.According to the university's lawsuit, the proclamation "lacks any lawful basis" and does not apply to any broad group of immigrants."Nonimmigrants may enter the country unabated, as long as they do not attend Harvard,"

Disney’s Imagineers are working on a new animatronic of iconic American visionary Walt Disney, but some members of his family have opposing views about whether it celebrates his legacy or dehumanizes him.Disney’s Main Street Opera House plans to unveil a new theme park attraction called Walt Disney – A Magical Life, featuring an audio-animatronic of the company’s founder. But Joanna Miller, one of Disney's grandchildren, slammed the idea of an animatronic as "dehumanizing" in a viral Facebook post. Among her claims, she suggested that her grandfather had told early Imagineer Sam McKim he never wanted to be commemorated with an animatronic. She went

As the once-strong alliance between President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk rapidly disintegrates, the two titans are not only trading fire over the president's "big, beautiful" tax cuts and spending bill.Trump and Musk, who spent the first four months of the president's second administration as a special White House advisor steering the recently created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), are also blasting each other over which one of them should get the credit for Trump's decisive 2024 election victory.The president, speaking with reporters Thursday, argued, "I think I would have won" even without Musk's help on the campaign trail

Former President Bill Clinton told "The View" on Thursday that former President Joe Biden had good judgment and a clear mind during their interactions, but said reporting on the president and those around him should be given attention. Co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin asked Clinton if he gave any credence to reporting from several books about Biden's decline and what led to him dropping out of the 2024 race."Well, I think you have to pay attention to them, but all I can say is whenever I was around him, his mind was clear, his judgment was good, and he was on top

Climate change advocates are using "tiny jurisdictions" across the country to push their priorities through civil lawsuits, in an effort that could have significant national-level impacts on domestic oil production and even other industries, a conservative consumer advocate warns.President Donald Trump has taken steps to unleash a sweeping domestic energy agenda, including through preemptive lawsuits in at least four states aimed at preventing them from suing fossil fuel companies over climate change damages. However, a wave of other mainly Democratic jurisdictions across the country, such as in Oregon, Colorado and Washington, are still attempting to go after fossil fuel companies,

The Supreme Court ruled Thursday in favor of seven U.S. gun manufacturers who were sued by the Mexican government over allegations they aided and abetted illegal gun sales to Mexican cartels.The high court’s decision in Smith & Wesson Brands v. Estados Unidos Mexicanos was unanimous, finding that the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, a statute that protects gun makers from lawsuits, did not include exceptions that gave the Mexican government the ability to sue."The kinds of allegations Mexico makes cannot satisfy the demands of the statute’s predicate exception," Justice Elena Kagan wrote for the court.Kagan noted the exceptions

The WWE star known as R-Truth shocked the pro wrestling world over the weekend when he announced he was set to depart the company after nearly 20 total years with the brand.Among R-Truth’s many accomplishments in the ring include being a longtime tag-team partner of the superstar known as The Miz. The two achieved tag-team gold at WrestleMania 40 when they won the RAW Tag Team Championships in a six-pack ladder match.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMThe bond between the team, billed as Awesome Truth, captured the hearts and minds of the wrestling audience, which is why reaction

Kristin Cavallari made the "best decision" when she cut her father out of her life a few years ago. "I mean, honestly, and this might sound messed up to some people, but it's the best decision I've ever made, cutting my dad out of my life," the TV personality told People magazine. "Such a weight has been lifted from me. There's not one day where I miss him. I don't know if it was two or three years ago, but I mean, I was an adult, let's say I was 35 . It was 35 years of buildup to that point.""It

Israel on Thursday recovered the bodies of two hostages who were abducted in the Oct. 7, 2023 massacre that ignited the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wrote on X that the remains of Gadi Haggai and Judy Weinstein-Haggai had been returned in a special operation by the army and the Shin Bet internal security agency."Together with all the citizens of Israel, my wife and I extend our heartfelt condolences to the dear families. Our hearts ache for the most terrible loss. May their memory be blessed," Netanyahu said in a statement.Kibbutz Nir Oz announced the

President Donald Trump called on Attorney General Pam Bondi to lead an investigation into whether certain individuals working for former President Joe Biden conspired to deceive the public about his mental state while also exercising his presidential responsibilities by using an autopen.In a memo on Wednesday, Trump said the president of the U.S. has a tremendous amount of power and responsibility through the signature. Not only can the signature turn words into laws of the land, but it also appoints individuals to some of the highest positions in government, creates or eliminates national policies and allows prisoners to go free."In

Michelle Beadle admitted being blindsided by news that one of Stephen A. Smith’s new programs, which launches in September, will be taking over her time slot on SiriusXM Mad Dog Sports Radio. Beadle said it was "a little embarrassing" to learn her show, "Beadle and Decker," with Cody Decker, won’t be airing at the same time from 12-3 p.m. ET every weekday due to Smith joining the show rotation. "Yeah, so the cat’s out of the bag. I guess we’re talking about it," Beadle said during the show’s episode Wednesday.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"We weren’t supposed to, just as

President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping order blocking travel to the United States from nearly 20 countries identified as high-risk for terrorism, visa abuse, and failure to share security information.The new travel restrictions — announced under Executive Order 14161 — apply to nationals from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, Somalia, Libya, and Yemen, all deemed "very high risk" due to terrorist activity, weak or hostile governments, and high visa overstay rates. TRUMP ADMIN MULLS NEW TRAVEL BAN, BUT NO DECISIONS MADE YETSeven more countries, including Venezuela, Cuba, and Laos, face partial restrictions."President Trump is fulfilling his promise to protect Americans

A Fox TV news anchor discovered this week that he had skin cancer during a live TV segment.Mike Jerrick, co-host of "Good Day Philadelphia" on FOX29, was broadcasting a skin care segment with Dr. Joanna Walker, a dermatologist with the Tara Miller Melanoma Center at the University of Pennsylvania.As they discussed the importance of checking the skin for signs of cancer, Walker inspected a spot on Jerrick's right elbow, pronouncing that it was basal cell carcinoma, a common type of skin cancer.REALITY STAR SHARES DEADLY MELANOMA UPDATE AS DOCTORS DISCUSS PROGNOSIS"It has all the features of the most common type

One of the boldest and most consistent themes in President Donald J. Trump’s healthcare agenda is his determination to reduce the role and power of middlemen.From insurance companies to pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) – and even hospitals –these intermediaries profit from the inefficiencies of our bloated health system. The result is higher costs for American families. As I explain in my new book, "Trump’s Triumph: America’s Greatest Comeback," the U.S. healthcare system isn’t expensive just because care is costly. It’s expensive because the system is complex – by design. The third-party payment structure, whether public or private, adds layers of

Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., said Elon Musk should fund primary challenges against almost every Republican who voted for President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" last week."I don't primary my colleagues, but I feel pretty good about him doing it," Massie told Fox News Digital on Wednesday."There's a few others that should be spared," when asked to clarify if he meant all 215 House Republicans who supported the legislation. "But people want term limits, right? Elon can bring term limits."Musk came out against the massive Trump agenda bill that House Republicans passed last week.MIKE JOHNSON, DONALD TRUMP GET ‘BIG, 'BEAUTIFUL’ WIN