Crime & Public Safety
Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Loudon County
State Department Offers $15 Million in Rewards for MS-13 Leaders
The State Department announced reward offers totaling $15 million for information leading to the arrest or conviction of two MS-13 leaders operating in Honduras. Both men remain at large and face charges related to drug trafficking, money laundering, and violent crimes.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Read StoryProsecutors push to increase sentences for domestic homicides
Officials are considering legislation that would increase the mandatory minimum sentence for domestic killings to 25 years, aligning penalties with other murder convictions.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
Most Americans Face Daily Scam Attempts, Yet Few Report Losses
An AP-NORC poll shows most Americans encounter scam attempts regularly, and roughly 3 in 10 have suffered financial or information losses. However, most victims do not report their experiences to authorities.
Saturday, July 18, 2026