Sophia Compton

Sophia Compton is a Writer at Fox News Digital. Sophia was previously a business reporter covering finance, energy and tourism and has experience as a TV news producer. She graduated with a journalism degree in 2021 from the University of Hawaii at Manoa.

Officer injured after federal law enforcement face multiple ramming attacks during Charlotte immigration raids

Crime 1 day ago

Officer injured after federal law enforcement face multiple ramming attacks during Charlotte immigration raids

Federal officers carrying out immigration raids faced multiple vehicle ramming attacks in Charlotte on Monday, injuring at least one officer.

Trump calls on House Republicans to vote to release Epstein files: 'We have nothing to hide'

Politics 1 day ago

Trump calls on House Republicans to vote to release Epstein files: 'We have nothing to hide'

President calls Epstein file controversy a "Democrat hoax" while pushing GOP lawmakers to vote for full release of related documents and materials.

Federal immigration enforcement sweeps Charlotte months after Ukrainian refugee killing shocked nation

Immigration 3 days ago

Federal immigration enforcement sweeps Charlotte months after Ukrainian refugee killing shocked nation

US Border Patrol agents conducted immigration raids in Charlotte, North Carolina, as DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin cited public safety concerns.

Democratic Rep. Brad Sherman denies viewing pornography on flight after viral photos surface online

Politics 3 days ago

Democratic Rep. Brad Sherman denies viewing pornography on flight after viral photos surface online

California congressman Brad Sherman faces viral backlash after photos appeared to show him viewing explicit images on a tablet during a flight, sparking a social media controversy.

Seattle robber bites off 88-year-old woman's finger during violent robbery, police say

Seattle November 7

Seattle robber bites off 88-year-old woman's finger during violent robbery, police say

An 88-year-old Seattle woman was hospitalized with serious head injuries after a man assaulted and robbed her, biting off her finger during the attack, police say.

James Watson, Nobel Prize-winning co-discoverer of DNA’s double-helix structure, dead at 97

U.S. November 7

James Watson, Nobel Prize-winning co-discoverer of DNA’s double-helix structure, dead at 97

James Watson, co-discoverer of DNA's double-helix structure, has died at 97. The Nobel Prize winner made the groundbreaking discovery in 1953 at just 24 years old.

Arizona judge resigns after being caught allegedly urinating on street near courthouse: 'This is disgusting'

Crime November 2

Arizona judge resigns after being caught allegedly urinating on street near courthouse: 'This is disgusting'

Arizona judge resigns after being caught allegedly urinating in public near the courthouse where she worked. Bodycam footage shows aftermath of shocking incident.

National Guard, police confront hundreds of juveniles amid Halloween chaos in DC; mayor issues under 18 curfew

Washington DC November 1

National Guard, police confront hundreds of juveniles amid Halloween chaos in DC; mayor issues under 18 curfew

A video captured chaos unfolding in Washington, D.C.'s Navy Yard neighborhood on Halloween night, and police took five people into custody.

TPUSA spokesperson accuses Arizona teachers of mocking Charlie Kirk's death with Halloween costumes

Turning Point USA November 1

TPUSA spokesperson accuses Arizona teachers of mocking Charlie Kirk's death with Halloween costumes

A TPUSA spokesman alleges Cienega High School teachers wore "Problem Solved" shirts to mock Charlie Kirk's assassination, but the school district maintains costumes were about math.

Rubio slams Hamas after video shows suspected operatives looting Gaza aid truck: ‘They’re the impediment'

Marco Rubio November 1

Rubio slams Hamas after video shows suspected operatives looting Gaza aid truck: ‘They’re the impediment'

The U.S. secretary of state condemned Hamas after drone video showed suspected terror group operatives stealing a Gaza aid truck and attacking a driver during a humanitarian operation.

Federal judge blocks Trump order requiring citizenship proof on federal voter registration forms

Politics October 31

Federal judge blocks Trump order requiring citizenship proof on federal voter registration forms

The White House defended a voter citizenship verification order after a judge blocked the requirement, calling it a "commonsense" election integrity measure.

Trump reveals first photos after Lincoln Bedroom's renovation in the White House

Donald Trump October 31

Trump reveals first photos after Lincoln Bedroom's renovation in the White House

President shares before-and-after photos of renovated Lincoln Bedroom bathroom on Truth Social, featuring polished statuary marble and gold fixtures.

Trump designates Nigeria as 'country of particular concern' over widespread Christian persecution, killings

Africa October 31

Trump designates Nigeria as 'country of particular concern' over widespread Christian persecution, killings

Christian persecution in Nigeria has ramped up dramatically as Islamist militants burn villages and kill thousands of believers in targeted attacks across the country.

White House responds to reports of Trump preparing to hit military targets inside Venezuela

White House October 31

White House responds to reports of Trump preparing to hit military targets inside Venezuela

The White House cast doubt on media reports suggesting President Donald Trump's administration is poised to strike military targets in Venezuela imminently.

Chicago mayor lashes out at reporter over 'illegal alien' term: 'Racist, nasty language'

Chicago October 26

Chicago mayor lashes out at reporter over 'illegal alien' term: 'Racist, nasty language'

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson lashes out at reporter over "illegal aliens" phrase, with Rep. Jayapal backing Democratic mayor's stance on immigration.

One hospitalized after suspected shooting at Austin public library, prompting massive police response

Texas October 25

One hospitalized after suspected shooting at Austin public library, prompting massive police response

One person was hospitalized after an incident at the Austin Central Library. Police confirmed a gunshot was heard, and a suspect was arrested in South Austin within hours.

Dramatic video shows NYPD officers rescuing a missing dog named Moose from beneath a Manhattan subway train

New York City October 24

Dramatic video shows NYPD officers rescuing a missing dog named Moose from beneath a Manhattan subway train

NYPD officers rescued a small dog named Moose from beneath a Manhattan subway train at 14th Street station. Dramatic bodycam footage shows the heroic rescue mission.

Michigan babysitter accused of sexually abusing children in her care faces 47 charges, police say

Michigan October 24

Michigan babysitter accused of sexually abusing children in her care faces 47 charges, police say

Michigan babysitter Gaila Bennett was arrested and faces 47 counts of criminal sexual misconduct for allegedly abusing children in her Midland home.

Teen hospitalized after swallowing up to 100 magnets purchased online: 'Rising concern'

Health October 24

Teen hospitalized after swallowing up to 100 magnets purchased online: 'Rising concern'

Teen hospitalized and underwent surgery after swallowing as many as 100 tiny magnets. New Zealand case highlights growing safety concerns with online magnet sales.

George Santos expresses gratitude to Trump following commutation of his 7-year prison sentence

George Santos October 18

George Santos expresses gratitude to Trump following commutation of his 7-year prison sentence

George Santos plans to focus on prison reform after President Trump commuted his sentence, saying he will dedicate his next chapter to "doing good."

Newsom clashes with White House over Marine Corps anniversary celebration highway closure

Gavin Newsom October 18

Newsom clashes with White House over Marine Corps anniversary celebration highway closure

The White House accused California Gov. Gavin Newsom of distorting facts after he blamed the Trump administration for highway delays due to the Marine Corps anniversary celebration.

Mexican gangs offering up to $50K bounties for ICE agent assassinations in US, DHS says

Chicago October 14

Mexican gangs offering up to $50K bounties for ICE agent assassinations in US, DHS says

Federal officials suspect Mexican criminal organizations are funding bounties up to $50,000 for killing ICE agents, with lower amounts for intelligence gathering.

Small plane crashes in Fort Worth, reportedly leaving 2 dead and trucks ablaze

Texas October 12

Small plane crashes in Fort Worth, reportedly leaving 2 dead and trucks ablaze

Two people reportedly died when a small aircraft crashed into structures in Fort Worth, Texas, on Sunday, with the FAA and NTSB both notified of the incident.

Teen arrested for murder in shooting of 11-year-old boy in New York: 'An unimaginable tragedy'

New York October 12

Teen arrested for murder in shooting of 11-year-old boy in New York: 'An unimaginable tragedy'

Police in Newburgh, N.Y., arrested a 13-year-old suspect within 12 hours of responding to a fatal shooting that killed an 11-year-old child.

Video shows helicopter falling from sky and crashing in Southern California beach parking lot; 5 hospitalized

California October 11

Video shows helicopter falling from sky and crashing in Southern California beach parking lot; 5 hospitalized

Two helicopter occupants and three bystanders were hospitalized after a crash in a Huntington Beach parking lot, with FAA and NTSB notified of the incident.

Trump plans whirlwind trip to Israel and Egypt before rushing back to White House for Charlie Kirk honor

Donald Trump October 11

Trump plans whirlwind trip to Israel and Egypt before rushing back to White House for Charlie Kirk honor

President Trump will address Israel's Knesset and visit Cairo as part of a trip marking the historic Israel-Hamas peace deal before honoring Charlie Kirk.

Diane Keaton dead at 79 in California following legendary Hollywood career: report

Entertainment October 11

Diane Keaton dead at 79 in California following legendary Hollywood career: report

Diane Keaton, the acclaimed actress who starred in "The Godfather" films and won an Oscar for "Annie Hall," has died at 79 in California.

Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado dedicates award to Trump for 'decisive support'

Donald Trump October 10

Venezuelan Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado dedicates award to Trump for 'decisive support'

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado thanked President Trump for his “decisive support" after winning this year's Nobel Peace Prize.

Angel parents call for Trump to receive Nobel Peace Prize for border security efforts

Donald Trump October 9

Angel parents call for Trump to receive Nobel Peace Prize for border security efforts

Angel parents push for the nomination of President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his leadership in combating human trafficking and cartels.

Katie Porter's third controversial video in one week shows tense exchange with staff over studio lighting

Politics October 9

Katie Porter's third controversial video in one week shows tense exchange with staff over studio lighting

A newly resurfaced 2021 video shows Katie Porter appearing frustrated with staff over bright studio lights before a TV interview, the third controversial video to emerge this week.