Mother of Virginia 6-year-old who shot teacher gets 21 months for marijuana use while owning a gun

The mother of a 6-year-old boy who shot his teacher in Virginia was sentenced Wednesday to 21 months in prison for using marijuana while owning a firearm, which is illegal under U.S. law.

Armed gang takes hundreds of women and children hostage at Haiti hospital

The director of a Haiti medical center is pleading for help after an armed gang burst into the hospital and took hostage hundreds of women, children and newborns.

Gunfire erupts at Portland International Airport, suspected gunman in custody

Gunshots were fired inside Portland International Airport (PDX) on Tuesday night, prompting authorities to respond swiftly. The incident occurred in a pre-security area outside restrooms in concourses D and E.

Increased police presence at Bowie High School after student brought gun to school

Students and staff at Bowie High School will see an increase in police presence starting Wednesday after a student allegedly brought a gun onto school grounds. 

Teen injured in shooting near rec center in Fort Washington

A teenager was shot near a community center in Fort Washington Tuesday night, and Maryland National Park Police officials say the victim is now recovering in the hospital. 

Virginia teens bring unloaded flare and BB guns to Smarts Middle School

Loudoun County Public School Officials at Smart’s Mill Middle School conducted an administrative search after receiving a tip that a student was possibly carrying a weapon.

How to avoid online holiday scams and what to do if you fall for them

It's the holiday season – and that means scammers are working around the clock trying to find new ways to take your hard-earned money.