Released sex offender accused of posing as a doctor and sexually assaulting a student at an Arizona elementary school: Police Abel Kai Gabla is accused of posing as a doctor to lure a student into a classroom at a Phoenix school. FRIDAY – According to reports, a convicted sex offender released from prison two weeks ago allegedly impersonated a doctor and sexually assaulted a student inside an Arizona elementary school, sparking outrage and demands for answers from parents. Image foxnews According to the Phoenix Police Department (PPD), 25-year-old Abel Kai Gabla is charged with sexual assault and kidnapping after he entered the school campus, posing as a doctor, lured a student into a classroom, and assaulted her at Orangewood Elementary School on November 19. PPD officials said in a statement to Fox News Digital that officers were called to the school after administrators reported an incident on campus. Police said, "When officers arrived, they learned that an unauthorized man h...

 Four people injured in shooting during Christmas tree lighting ceremony in North Carolina Remainder of event canceled after shooting Four people were injured in a shooting during a Christmas tree lighting event in Concord, North Carolina, on Friday, according to police. Image foxnews Concord police said three victims were in critical condition and one was in stable condition. All four victims were taken to the hospital for treatment. The shooting occurred shortly before 7:30 p.m. on Union Street S, near the intersection with Carbon Avenue, during the city's annual tree lighting ceremony. Police, Concord Fire, and Cabarrus County EMS personnel were already at the event and immediately responded to provide medical assistance and evacuate people. The remainder of the event was canceled following the shooting. The city said attendees should leave the area and drivers should seek alternative routes. Concord police said the incident is still under investigation. Officers are reviewing f...

 Crew evacuated after fire breaks out on ship docked at the Port of Los Angeles, officials say All 23 crew members were safely evacuated from the ship. A fire broke out on a cargo ship at the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro on Friday, forcing the crew to be evacuated, according to officials, who described the incident as a major emergency. Image foxnews According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, all 23 crew members were safely evacuated from the ship. No injuries were reported. Fire was observed on multiple levels of the ship. The department said hazardous materials have been identified in the affected bay, and hazmat crews are monitoring air quality. Around 8 p.m., an explosion occurred mid-deck, affecting power on the ship, including lighting and crane operations. According to officials, more than 100 firefighters responded to the scene. "First responders are working quickly on a fire on a container ship at the Port of Los Angeles," Mayor Karen Bass wrote on X. "LA...

 Several police officers were attacked and shot during violence in downtown Chicago. This incident occurred just hours after the Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Several police officers were attacked, injuring one, while responding to a shooting in Chicago on Friday. At least five people were shot in the shooting. Image foxnews According to Fox 32, the incident occurred near State and Randolph Streets around 10 p.m., just hours after the Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Ald. Brian Hopkins of Chicago's 2nd Ward said at least five people were shot, one in critical condition. He wrote on X, "300 minors are rioting in the Loop right now. At least five people have been shot, one in critical condition and one in the torso with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound." He added, "Several police officers were attacked and injured with mace and stun guns, at least one PO is hospitalized." Police have not confirmed Hopkins' statement, including the number of victims. T...

 Alabama teacher arrested and fired after allegedly beating son recorded on camera Nicole Staples fired from Cottage Hill Christian Academy Image foxnews Police said a former Alabama teacher was arrested and fired after a video surfaced allegedly showing her hitting her child with a belt more than 20 times. According to WALA, Randi Nicole Staples, 44, who worked at Cottage Hill Christian Academy, is now charged with intentionally mistreating a child under 18. "Discipline means taking corrective action. This was much more than that," said Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch. "To grab his hair, yell, and curse at him, the way she did, working for a Christian school, I'm deeply offended. It's very disturbing to see someone do that to their own child." The station, citing the Mobile County Sheriff's Office, said the alleged mistreatment occurred when the child did not comply with Staples' instructions. According to NBC 15, Burch also said, "It's al...

 A Florida deputy with 25 years of service died while serving an eviction notice; suspect and locksmith also shot: Sheriff Suspect Michael Halberstam allegedly shot a deputy and a locksmith, killing Deputy Terry Sweeting-Mashkov. Image foxnews Authorities said a Florida sheriff's deputy died in the line of duty Friday morning while serving an eviction notice. The Indian River County Sheriff's Office in Vero Beach wrote on its social media Friday afternoon, "With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Deputy Terry Sweeting-Mashkov, who was killed in the line of duty on November 21, 2025, while faithfully serving our community." "He will be deeply missed by every member of our agency, as well as the community he proudly served." Sheriff Eric Flowers said at a press conference that Sweeting-Mashkov, 47, had served 25 years and 16 days with the Sheriff's Department. Sweeting-Mashkov had reported to a home in the Bermuda Club, a gated c...

 Life jackets designed to save lives could uncover the killer in the Florida teenager's cruise ship mystery. Anna Kepner was found dead in a cabin on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on November 7. Image foxnews They are supposed to be lifesavers, but in this case, they could at best point investigators to the killer. According to a veteran detective who has followed the case, the life jackets that covered 18-year-old Anna Kepner's body when she was found dead two weeks ago by staff on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship could be crucial. Pat Diaz, a former Miami-Dade County homicide detective and now a private investigator, said, "They will examine the life jackets, blankets, everything found in the room, and Anna's body." And everything could hold important clues. On Friday, ABC News reported that a preliminary investigation found evidence that Anna was strangled. Fox News Digital has not independently verified this report. According to the Medical Examiner's O...