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crime

A College Cheerleader's Shocking Secret

September 2, 2025

A University of Kentucky cheerleader is in hot water after police found a dead baby hidden in her closet. Laken Ashlee Snelling, 21, is accused of trying to cover up the birth of her child. Police say she wrapped the baby in a towel and put it in a trash bag, then tried to clean up any evidence. She

technology

The Hidden War: How Digital Battles Are Hurting Real Lives

September 1, 2025

In 2023, cybercrime hit over 343 million people worldwide, with scammers making off with more than $1. 03 trillion. That's a huge amount of money, more than what Germany, Japan, and the U. K. spend on defense in a year. But because these crimes happen online and affect people in different places, ma

politics

How Big-City Mayors Can Challenge Trump's Crime Rhetoric

August 31, 2025

Big-city mayors, mostly Democrats, are at the frontline of crime issues. They know how to talk about crime and win elections. This is a skill national Democrats need to learn. National Democrats often struggle with crime. They focus on facts and data. But voters care more about how they feel. Mayor

politics

Trump's Chicago Crime Comments Spark Debate

August 31, 2025

In a recent social media post, former President Donald Trump made a bold statement about Chicago's crime rate. He claimed that six people were killed and 24 were shot in the city over a weekend. Trump then turned his attention to Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, calling him weak and pathetic for refus

politics

Guns Over Troops: A Better Way to Fight Crime

August 31, 2025

In the fight against violent crime, some leaders think sending in troops is the answer. But is this really the best way to keep people safe? Let's think about this. First, consider the role of guns in these crimes. In many cities, guns are everywhere. They're too easy to get, especially for young p

politics

Chicago's Crime Wave: A Closer Look at the Police Shortage

August 31, 2025

Chicago is facing a serious crime problem. Many people think the reason is a lack of police officers. There are 1, 600 empty jobs in the Chicago Police Department. This means fewer officers to respond to emergencies. Last year, 225 "911" calls went unanswered. These calls included reports of gunshot

environment

Brazil's Meat Giants in Hot Water Over Amazon Deforestation

August 30, 2025

In Brazil, the environment agency Ibama is cracking down on meatpacking companies, including JBS SA, for allegedly buying cattle from farms that have illegally cleared parts of the Amazon rainforest. Ibama has started looking into 12 meatpacking plants, saying they might have been involved in a sche

politics

Trump's Repeated Claims About Chicago's Black Women Raise Eyebrows

August 29, 2025

President Donald Trump has been repeatedly talking about a supposed group of Black women in Chicago who want him to send in the National Guard. He claims these women are begging for his help to combat crime in the city. However, experts say this is not the full story. Trump made these claims during

politics

DC's Crime Drop: A Double-Edged Sword?

August 28, 2025

Washington, DC, has seen a drop in crime since federal law enforcement stepped in. But not everyone is happy about it. The city's mayor, Muriel Bowser, says crime has gone down. She points to fewer carjackings, gun crimes, and homicides. She thinks people feel more accountable now. But she also say

entertainment

A Baseball Star's Wild Ride: Caught Stealing Unveiled

August 27, 2025

In the gritty world of "Caught Stealing, " Hank, once a promising baseball star, now struggles as a bartender drowning in alcohol and regret. His past is a messy puzzle, revealed in disturbing flashbacks. The film, directed by Darren Aronofsky, is a wild ride filled with dark humor and unexpected tw