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A Rough Ride: When a Train Platform Turns into a Danger Zone

March 16, 2026

A 59‑year‑old man from River Forest was walking to the Harlem Avenue stop on December 1, hoping to catch a train to Rush University Medical Center where he volunteered. He had no car and used the CTA because he could move around on his own, even though he has an intellectual disability. A man who ha

celebrities

Celebrities Celebrate March 16: Birthdays, Trivia, and Fun Facts

March 16, 2026

March 16 brings a mix of Hollywood charm and historical depth as several well‑known figures mark another year. The day starts with a nod to the past: James Madison, America’s fourth president, and legendary comedian Jerry Lewis share this date. Film lovers also remember the iconic Italian director B

crime

Old Dominion Shooting: A Troubling Tale of a Former Guard and Terrorist Links

March 15, 2026

A gunman named Mohamed Bailor Jalloh, 36, who once served in the Virginia National Guard and had a history of trying to help ISIS, opened fire at Old Dominion University in Virginia on Thursday. The attack targeted a room where ROTC students and active‑duty military members were meeting. Jalloh shou

crime

11‑Year‑Old Accused in 5‑Year‑Old’s Death

March 15, 2026

A small town near Denver was shaken when a 5‑year‑old boy died early this week. Police entered the family home that night to investigate the fatal incident in Centennial, a suburb of Denver with fewer than 110, 000 residents. The case is being treated as a homicide. An 11‑year‑old boy from the same

crime

City Downtown Traffic Drops as Crime Concerns Grow

March 15, 2026

Traffic speed data from major city roads shows that fewer people moved through downtown and the Over-the-Rhine area in summer 2025 than in the previous year. A study by a data firm found that cars traveled faster on key streets, indicating lighter traffic flows. Bus and streetcar ridership also fell

crime

Security Officer Injured as Michigan Synagogue Attacked

March 14, 2026

A driver burst into the Temple of Israel in Michigan and fired on its occupants, leaving a former police officer badly hurt. The guard who was hit by the vehicle is Danny Phillips, a lieutenant who had spent 28 years with the Bloomfield Hills Police Department before moving to the synagogue last Jun

crime

Berlin Mall Surprise: A Wild Boar Strolls In

March 14, 2026

The day started like any other in a Berlin mall, but suddenly a wild boar appeared inside the home décor shop. At about nine in the morning, the animal slipped through sliding glass doors and began rummaging around. Staff quickly left the store to stay safe. Police arrived soon after. Officers

entertainment

New Beginnings? Why The Mentalist Revival Might Not Happen

March 14, 2026

The hit crime show that followed the sharp‑seeing former psychic, Patrick Jane, has seen a fresh wave of viewers thanks to its recent addition to Netflix in several countries. The series, which ran on CBS for seven seasons from 2008 to 2015, has climbed into the top ten lists in places like the UK a

science

Australia Tests AI to Stop Wildlife Smuggling

March 14, 2026

"A recent seven‑month experiment in Australia tried two artificial‑intelligence tools on real police seizures. The aim was to see if computers could spot illegal animals in cargo and help officers act faster. The trial seized 116 creatures, mainly reptiles and crustaceans from five groups: Tiliqua,

opinion

Speed Cameras Save Kids in School Roads

March 14, 2026

Florida has just allowed speed cameras to work in school zones. A study in Fort Walton Beach showed that these cameras cut speeding by 95 percent. There are over 30, 000 students in Okaloosa County each day. Every one of them should get home safely. Police can’t stand outside every schoo