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Manhunt for LAPD ex-cop Christopher Dorner ends in bullets, flamesThe manhunt for ex-cop Christopher Dorner played out in real time on television. On Twitter and other social media, many expressed support for the suspect's alleged killing spree and his claims against LAPD.
The hunt for Christopher Dorner: Do reward offers help or hinder?More than 1,000 tips have been received since the offer of a $1 million reward for information leading to the capture of former Los Angeles cop Christopher Dorner.聽
LAPD review of Christopher Dorner firing: why black community wants moreEven 20 years after the Rodney King riots, mistrust simmers between the LAPD and the black community. Some leaders say federal authorities need to investigate Christopher Dorner's claims.
Steven Seagal joins school guard posse: Do we need more action heroes in schools?The idea clearly plays to the nation's enchantment with taking action to thwart evil, but it's a philosophy that many Americans worry could be dangerous in a school setting.- Hunt for Christopher Dorner becomes major PR problem for L.A. policeLos Angeles Police Chief Charlie Beck says he will review alleged cop killer Christopher Dorner's charges of racism. It could be an important step in reversing the LAPD鈥檚 history of corruption and abuse.
Christopher Dorner: Experts look for clues to alleged cop killer鈥檚 mental stateAs hundreds of law enforcement officers continue to search the San Bernardino mountains for Christopher Dorner, experts and amateurs are delving into the psyche of the alleged cop killer.
Christopher Dorner manifesto: a guide to ex-cop's alleged rampageChristopher Jordan Dorner鈥檚 11-page Facebook manifesto warns of more killing unless his charge of corruption in the Los Angeles Police Department is acknowledged to have been correct.
Massive manhunt for ex-LAPD cop: Trust and respect at stake for policeThousands of police are on the lookout for Chris Dorner, a fired cop suspected of killing three people. He posted a manifesto online alleging wrongs done to him by the LAPD.
What message to Wall Street from US lawsuit against Standard & Poor's?The Justice Department's civil lawsuit against the credit-rating agency Standard & Poor's aims to assign responsibility for the recent financial crisis. But expectations that Wall Street will change its ways are mixed.
Why is Chicago struggling with gun violence? N.Y. might have answers.In some ways, Chicago and New York City are taking similar paths to combat gun violence. But New York has gotten a handle on gangs 鈥� and that might be the big difference.- Man in 'sextortion' case might have coerced 350 womenAuthorities call 'sextortion' a variant of 'sexting' in which someone assumes a false Internet identity and coerces others into providing sexually explicit content. Two cases point to the trend.
Gulf oil spill: BP's record $4 billion criminal plea deal gets judge's OKUnder the plea agreement between BP and the US, the oil giant admits to 11 counts of felony manslaughter for the alleged negligence of its officials in 2010 Gulf oil spill.
Wisconsin sheriff's warning: Arm yourself, we might not get there in timeA sheriff in Wisconsin has made a radio ad counseling residents to have a gun and know how to use it. He says it's a necessary warning, critics say it is irresponsible.
Aaron Swartz and Motel Caswell: Book ends to prosecutorial reform?A judge this week dismissed a drug forfeiture case involving a motel owner. The prosecutor, US Attorney Carmen Ortiz, is also facing criticism for her role in the prosecution of Internet hacker Aaron Swartz, who committed suicide earlier this month.
Judges slap down Obama 'recess appointments.' Case headed to Supreme Court?President Obama's appointments to the labor-relations board were unconstitutional because they bypassed the Senate, a court ruled Friday. Recess appointments have been a tactic of both parties.
Cybercrime takedown: Is it game over for Gozi trojan that stole millions?The three alleged leaders of the Gozi cybercrime gang were indicted in federal court. The Gozi trojan was highly successful, but it may be too hard to operate with the alleged masterminds in jail.
Mumbai sentencing: American gets 35 years, judge calls him 'terrorist'David Coleman Headley, a US citizen of Pakistani heritage, conducted surveillance for the Mumbai attackers. In light of his cooperation with investigators, prosecutors did not seek the death penalty.
Mystery of the fake Matisse masterpiece leads to jail timeMatisse's 'Odalisque in Red Pants' was switched for a fake at a Caracas museum, then recovered in an FBI sting at a Miami Beach hotel. Two conspirators were sentenced this week.- 'To protect ... not exploit.' Ex-cop gets 3 years for traffic-stop thefts.A former Alabama police officer confessed that he and a partner stole money from motorists they pulled over under the guise of traffic stops. He was sentenced to 3 years in prison and ordered to pay restitution.
'Piracy' at sea: Has definition changed? Supreme Court declines to enter fray.The Supreme Court rejected the appeals of two groups of captured Somalis. Federal prosecutors had argued that the definition of piracy has broadened since the early 1800s.
