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Crypto Crime: A Closer Look at the Rising Threat of Wrench Attacks

January 5, 2026

Crypto holders are facing a growing threat from physical attacks, known as "wrench attacks. " These incidents have been increasing in both frequency and severity. A recent analysis of data collected by Bitcoin security expert Jameson Lopp shows a troubling trend. The data reveals that attacks have b

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Crime Trends in Santa Clarita Valley: A Mixed Bag

November 11, 2025

In 2025, the Santa Clarita Valley saw a mix of good and bad news when it comes to crime. Property crimes took a big dip, dropping by over 19%. This is great news for residents. But, violent crimes went up by 8. 78%. That's a concern. The biggest drop was in larceny thefts. These are crimes where so

politics

Unmasking the Danger: A Look at the Jan. 6 Pardon Controversy

February 19, 2025

In a surprising move, President Trump issued pardons to over 1, 500 individuals involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol incident. This decision has sparked concerns about the potential risks posed by those with violent histories who were released without proper monitoring. Shantelle Holeton, a 43-year-old f

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Strange Group in Chapel Hill

February 16, 2025

In the quiet town of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, something unusual caught the eye of a local landlord. His tenants wore long black coats and parked box trucks outside their duplexes. They ran electrical cords from the trucks into the homes and kept a stretcher inside. Neighbors spotted similarly dr

health

The Dark Side of Depression Meds

February 3, 2025

Imagine popping a pill to feel happier, only to find out it might lead to violence. In some of the cases, depression medications might have side effects that are a lot more serious than feeling nauseous. This includes self-harm and violent behavior. But researchers found this link between

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NYC's Big Sweep: Feds Finally Go After Known Illegal Criminals

January 30, 2025

For years, law enforcement had their eyes on certain violent illegal immigrants in New York City. But it wasn't until President Trump took office that they got the green light to go after them. Frank Tarentino, the special agent in charge of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in New York, sai

politics

Guns and Laws: What Research Tells Us

December 12, 2024

Ever thought about how gun laws affect our communities? Researchers from RAND have been looking into this. Their recent study, now in its fourth edition, checks out 18 different state firearm laws. They want to see how these laws impact things like gun injuries, violent crimes, suicides, and even th

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Violence Against Women in Alagoas: Before and During Covid-19

November 21, 2024

In the Northeast Brazilian state of Alagoas, violence against women has always been a pressing issue. Before the Covid-19 pandemic, lethal violent crimes targeting women were tragically common, with partners being the primary perpetrators. The spread of Covid-19 brought about containment measures li

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The SAFE-T Act: A Year of Uncertainty for Crime Victims

September 20, 2024

As the one-year anniversary of the SAFE-T Act approaches, a closer look at the impact it's had on crime victims reveals a mixed bag of results. While proponents claim it's a success, data suggests otherwise. The Act's principles originated in 2017 with a bail reform issued by Cook County's chief jud