Comedian Matt Rife just bought the infamous Connecticut home of Ed and Lorraine Warren — real-life paranormal investigators behind “The Conjuring” films.
Guardian of the Occult Collection
Rife is now legal guardian of 750 haunted artifacts, including the real Annabelle doll. While he owns the house, he doesn’t own the cursed items — just cares for them.
A Paranormal Passion Project
Inspired by his love of ghost stories and The Conjuring, Rife says this is “the most important piece of paranormal history in the world.”
Opening to the Public Soon
He and collaborator Elton Castee plan to open the home for museum tours and overnight stays, letting fans experience the haunted history firsthand.
For more udpates on this story and how to visit Anabelle, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.
A massive manhunt is underway in southwestern Montana after a gunman opened fire at The Owl Bar in Anaconda, killing four people Friday morning.
Suspect Identified and on the Run
Authorities say 45-year-old Michael Paul Brown, a local resident, shot and killed a bartender and three patrons around 10:30 a.m. He fled the scene and is believed to be armed and dangerous.
Former Army Sergeant
Brown served in the Army and National Guard between 2001 and 2008, including a year-long deployment in Iraq. He reached the rank of sergeant before leaving the service.
Search Efforts Intensify
Authorities found Brown’s white 2007 Ford F-150, but he remains at large. Multiple agencies, including the ATF, are searching the area by ground and air.
Community Urged to Stay Alert
Residents in Anaconda are being told to shelter indoors and remain on high alert. The motive behind the shooting is still unknown.
Scientists have discovered a new species of giant stick insect in a remote rainforest in Australia, believed to be the heaviest of its kind ever found in the country.
Heavyweight Insect in the Canopy
The newly identified species, Acrophylla alta, weighs 44 grams (about 1.55 ounces) — roughly the same as a golf ball — and measures up to 40 centimeters (15.75 inches) in length. Researchers say its large size is likely an adaptation to the cooler, wetter conditions of its high-altitude rainforest habitat.
The insect weighs 44 grams, about the same as a golf ball. Professor Angus Emmott/James Cook University
A Hidden Giant in the Trees
The insect was found in the Wet Tropics of Far North Queensland. Its remote and elevated canopy home likely explains why it had not been discovered until now.
“It’s restricted to a small area of high-altitude rainforest, and it lives high in the canopy. So, unless you get a cyclone or a bird bringing one down, very few people get to see them,” said James Cook University’s Angus Emmott, who helped identify the species.
Eggs Hold the Key to Identification
Scientists confirmed the discovery by studying the insect’s uniquely shaped and textured eggs. According to Emmott, each species of stick insect lays distinctively styled eggs that help in species identification.
Preserved for Science
Two specimens of the new species have been added to the Queensland Museum’s collection, where they will support ongoing research into Australia’s native insects.
For more uncanny wildlife and more weird science, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.
A mass shooting in Midtown Manhattan has raised concerns over how a man with a documented history of mental health holds was able to obtain multiple firearms and drive across the country undetected.
Shane Devon Tamura, 27, of Las Vegas, killed four people and injured another at 345 Park Avenue before taking his own life.
Gun Permit Despite Psychiatric Holds
Tamura held a concealed carry permit from Nevada, despite having been placed on psychiatric holds in 2022 and 2024. Experts say the type and outcome of such holds determine whether they appear in federal background checks. Temporary holds or voluntary releases often don’t disqualify a person from owning guns under federal law.
Mental Health Data Gaps in Gun Background Checks
Law enforcement and public health officials say significant gaps in sharing mental health records with the federal government hinder effective background checks. Privacy concerns and underfunded systems contribute to the issue. Former ATF official Thomas Chittum said mental health records remain among the most difficult for the FBI to access.
Previous Arrest and Weapon Sale Under Scrutiny
In 2023, Tamura was arrested for trespassing at a Las Vegas casino, but charges were not pursued. Investigators revealed the AR-15 style weapon used in the attack was legally bought by Tamura’s supervisor, then privately assembled and sold to him for $1,400. It’s unclear whether a background check was conducted during that transaction, which Nevada law requires.
Private Gun Sales and Legal Loopholes
Under Nevada law, private gun sales must involve a federal background check conducted through a licensed dealer, with exceptions for family transfers. If Tamura’s supervisor failed to follow this process, he could face prosecution. However, federal law does not mandate background checks for private sellers unless the sale occurs through a dealer.
What Was Found in Tamura’s Car
Police found another loaded weapon, ammo, Zoloft, cannabis, and a note in Tamura’s car claiming he had CTE, a brain condition tied to repeated head trauma. The medical examiner is conducting an autopsy to determine if Tamura had the disease, which can only be diagnosed post-mortem.
Loopholes in Concealed Carry Laws
Tamura’s permit likely exempted him from additional background checks when buying guns. Some states, like Nevada, do not routinely re-check concealed carry permit holders for disqualifying conditions, even if new mental health issues or convictions arise.
Red Flag Laws Often Underused
Although Nevada has a red flag law that allows authorities to remove firearms from individuals who pose a threat, such laws depend on clear warning signs. It’s not known whether Tamura displayed any.
Calls for Federal Gun Reform
New York Governor Kathy Hochul criticized lax gun laws in other states and called for a national ban on assault-style weapons. She urged Congress to act, saying tragedies like this shouldn’t be the only time the issue is discussed.
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Today is an ABC13 Weather Watch remains because of the potential for severe wind gusts and street flooding when the storms arrive late Saturday afternoon and early Saturday evening.
The morning is your best time to get in outdoor activities, do yard work, and run errands without having to deal with any serious storms. It’s going to be a steamy morning though with morning lows only near 80 degrees, and with high humidity, it’ll already feel like the low 90s outside. Temperatures will climb into the low-mid 90s Saturday before rain begins to develop. In the afternoon, we expect showers and thunderstorms to erupt in the heat ahead of a weak summer front located north of Houston. Those storms will then push south toward the coastline into the early evening. Your chance of getting rain is at 70%, so there’s a higher likelihood to have a shower and storms move through your neighborhood today.
Could any storms turn severe?
Yes, but the chance is low you’ll encounter a severe storm. We do expect that some storms in the late afternoon and early evening could throw severe wind gusts over 60 mph. If you have outdoor plans, make sure you have a sturdy place you could seek shelter in should you cross paths with one of those strong or severe storms.
How much rain could we get?
If you do cross paths with one of the more intense thunderstorms, you could pick up a quick 1-3″ of rain that would momentarily flood streets. Most of us will get an inch or less, and there will be some places that get completely skipped by the storms.
Are more storms possible on Sunday?
Yes, but they won’t be as strong nor as numerous as what develops Saturday. That’s because the atmosphere will not get as hot and there will be less moisture around. Your chance of getting rain Sunday afternoon is at 30%, and even that might be a little generous.
What’s happening in the tropics?
All is quiet in the Atlantic basin for now, but we are seeing signs it may come to life by mid August. Meanwhile, the Eastern Pacific remains very active. For a thorough update and in-depth video on what’s happening in the tropics, head to our tropical update page.
Don’t Miss the Fun: August 2–3, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Space Center Houston will celebrate Astronaut Days this upcoming weekend from Aug. 2 to 3, with a variety of interactive exhibits, presentations, and special guest appearances from veteran astronauts.
Meet the Astronauts
Special guests include astronauts Don Thomas, Anna Fisher, and Carl Walz. Dr. Thomas will speak on Saturday, Aug. 2, during “Astronaut Mission Memories” in the Mission Briefing Center. Walz will appear both days, and Fisher joins on Saturday only.
Tour the Astronaut Training Facility
Guests can take a tram tour of NASA Johnson Space Center’s Astronaut Training Facility, nicknamed the “astronaut’s toybox.” This elevated path provides a view of where astronauts train for missions and engineers build next-gen space vehicles. The tour is included with general admission and subject to availability.
Breakfast with an Astronaut
For an upgraded experience, attendees can purchase tickets to “Breakfast with an Astronaut,” featuring a catered breakfast by Wolfgang Puck. Guests will hear firsthand stories from a veteran astronaut and join an interactive Q&A session.
Interactive Activities and Demos
Throughout the day, guests can enjoy a variety of science activations, live demonstrations, and hands-on experiments:
The Smells of Space
Chef Kitchen Demo
Lunar Outpost Station featuring the new Lunar Terrain Vehicle
Science Deck and Postcards to Space
Space Playlist with Kinetic Lights, curated by astronauts
Pop-Up Labs
Radiation (UV Beads): Make bookmarks while learning about AstroRad suits.
Functional Training Test: Simulate astronaut recovery tests post-mission.
Under Pressure: Use marshmallows to demonstrate vacuum pressure in space.
Story Corner: Enjoy a reading of “You Are Going”, an Artemis generation story.
Photo Opportunities and Characters
Don’t miss photo ops with the floating astronaut, Mark III suit, and a meet-and-greet with Commander Quest. On Saturday only, view a special LEGO display near the Lunar Outpost.
For more ideas on exploring Houston and finding things to do, stay tuned to Que Onda Magazine.
Shocking security footage shows the moment a man attempted to abduct a 3-year-old girl at the Fair Oaks Shopping Center in Virginia on July 18. The suspect, 26-year-old Andres Caceres Jaldin, was seen on video quietly approaching the child before picking her up and walking into a store.
Quick Action by Family Prevents Tragedy
According to NBC Washington, Jaldin carried the girl upstairs to the second floor of the JCPenney. The child’s father quickly noticed she was missing and alerted his wife, who happened to be shopping in that store. She spotted Jaldin carrying their daughter and confronted him. He handed the child over, claiming he was trying to help find her parents.
Suspect Has Troubling History
Police later discovered Jaldin fled the scene in a stolen car, which they traced to a hotel in Chantilly. He was arrested the same day. Authorities also revealed a history of violent behavior—court records show past charges including assault, malicious wounding, and property destruction, with victims including his own family members.
Mental Health and Current Charges
Jaldin had previously been diagnosed with schizophrenia during a psychiatric evaluation. Earlier charges were dropped due to his mental health condition. Now, he faces new charges of abduction of a minor and grand larceny. He remains in custody at the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center without bond.
The Bureau of Prisons has transferred Ghislaine Maxwell, the former associate of Jeffrey Epstein, from FCI Tallahassee in Florida to a minimum-security women’s facility, Federal Prison Camp Bryan, in Texas.
Details Behind the Transfer Remain Unclear
While officials confirmed Maxwell’s relocation, no explanation was provided. Her previous prison, FCI Tallahassee, is a low-security facility for both men and women. FPC Bryan is a minimum-security camp exclusively for women.
Move Follows Meeting With DOJ Official
The transfer came after a two-day meeting between Maxwell and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in Tallahassee. According to Maxwell’s attorney, they discussed “about 100 names” linked to Epstein. This follows a pledge by the Trump administration to release more information about Epstein’s network.
DOJ Silent on Interview Details
The Justice Department has not commented on what Maxwell disclosed during the nine-hour discussion. Her legal team also declined to respond to questions about the reason for her prison transfer.
Maxwell Serving 20-Year Sentence
Maxwell is currently serving a 20-year sentence for her role in Epstein’s sex trafficking operation. Epstein, a convicted sex offender and financier, died by suicide in jail in 2019.
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Tropical moisture is back and so are the chances for rain. We’ve declared an ABC13 Weather Watch for Saturday because of the potential for severe wind gusts when the storms arrive late Saturday afternoon and early Saturday evening.
A few showers and thunderstorms may sneak into Southeast Texas from the northeast Friday morning. Whether or not they fizzle out, the clouds they spread overhead will again try to keep low temperatures from dropping below 80 in Houston. With higher levels of moisture in the atmosphere during the afternoon, rain chances peak around 40% and the heat index will peak closer to 105. The actual air temp will end up in the mid 90s. Any storm that pops up in the afternoon heat could pack strong wind gusts over 50 mph, and an isolated severe thunderstorm cannot be ruled out.
What should I know about Saturday’s ABC13 Weather Watch?
Saturday afternoon we expect storms to erupt in the heat ahead of a weak summer front. The front will increase the coverage of storms higher than what we’ll get Thursday or Friday, and because of the potential for severe wind gusts and street flooding with these storms, we wanted to give you an early heads up to pay close attention to the weather during the late afternoon and early evening. If you have outdoor plans, make sure you have a sturdy place you could seek shelter in should you cross paths with one of those strong or severe storms.
Are more storms possible on Sunday?
Yes, but they won’t be as strong as what develops Saturday because the atmosphere will not get as hot and there will be less moisture around. Your chance of getting rain Sunday afternoon is at 30%.
What’s happening in the tropics?
All is quiet in the Atlantic basin for now, but we are seeing signs it may come to life by mid August. Meanwhile, the Eastern Pacific remains very active. For a thorough update and in-depth video on what’s happening in the tropics, head to our tropical update page.
Houston-based utility company CenterPoint Energy announced plans Thursday to hire nearly 800 workers by 2030 as part of a $53 billion investment to modernize and strengthen the region’s power grid.
The company said it will onboard 200 lineworkers by the end of this year to support surging electricity demand driven by growth in data centers and artificial intelligence technology. CenterPoint forecasts regional electricity use could increase nearly 50% over the next six years.
To help meet workforce needs, CenterPoint will launch its Energy Expressway™ training program in October. The free, multi-week program combines classroom instruction and hands-on experience at the Hiram O. Clarke Training Center. The inaugural cohort of 35 trainees will be eligible for entry-level roles after completion.
“Building the workforce of the future is critical to implementing our $53 billion plan to enhance grid resiliency and support Houston’s growth,” said CenterPoint Energy CEO Nicole Piasecki.
The company’s investments include upgrades designed to reduce outages by nearly 1 billion minutes by 2029 under its Systemwide Resiliency Plan running through 2028.
CenterPoint is also partnering with local groups like the Greater Houston Partnership to host job fairs aimed at recruiting and retaining talent.
The hiring push follows efforts to improve infrastructure resilience after Hurricane Beryl in 2024 and aligns with increased energy demands from emerging industries.
