Jordan Hale

Jordan Hale is a senior editor and staff writer covering national headlines, politics, business, and culture. He focuses on clear, fact-based reporting and timely coverage of stories shaping the United States. His work emphasizes accuracy, context, and straightforward reporting for a broad national audience.

Andrew Tanaka Charged With Four Attempted Murder Counts in I-35 Shootings

What he told officers after the arrest is now in a Warren County court filing.

FBI Charges Minnesota Man in Mall of America Mass Shooting Plot

An undercover agent, a disabled rifle, and a date already circled on the calendar.

Christa Pike Awake and Speaking After Failed Tennessee Execution

Her lawyers say she is off the ventilator but still shackled to her bed in a Nashville hospital.

Seven Senate-Confirmed Officials Exit Treasury Under Scott Bessent

A thrown binder, a West Wing shouting match, and a joke the president told.

Jim Bakker, Televangelist Convicted in PTL Fraud, Dies at 86

One week before he died, he posted a public goodbye to someone else.

Okinawa Police Arrest U.S. Marine in Killing of Anna Yagi

A hotel employee opened the door at checkout time, and Okinawa has not calmed down since.

Dennis Hastert, GOP Speaker Who Went to Prison, Dies at 84

He was second in line to the presidency. Then the bank records came out.

Coast Guard Suspends Search for 6 Aboard Air Ambulance Off Nantucket

A two-hour flight to Boston ended somewhere over the Atlantic. Then came the audio.

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Four Arrested in February Shooting of 49ers’ Keion White

It took eight months, more than 50 search warrants and a code name.

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Officers reached the school in three minutes. Someone else was already inside.

Alexandros Paporakis Charged in Alleged Hindu Temple Plot Foiled by Jammed Rifle

A mechanical failure, a phone call to a coworker, and the plan fell apart.

Trump Administration Seeks to Strip Ilhan Omar of Citizenship

No court case has been filed, and only a federal judge can revoke citizenship.

Gunman Fires on Bakersfield TV Station Twice in Four Days

Ten rounds, one damaged window, and a dark car nobody has identified yet.