Kenia Monge, a bright 19-year-old just days away from starting college in Denver, vanished without a trace on a March night in 2011. After leaving a club with friends, she disappeared forever, leaving behind only her phone at the venue. The search that followed uncovered a chilling message on her de
Scientists have developed a faster way to spot dangerous drugs at crime scenes. Amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS), like meth and ecstasy, are a big problem worldwide. They harm people's health and create safety risks. Finding these drugs in messy samples is tricky. Crime scene samples often contain
In 2025, true crime documentaries flooded the screens, with over 27 watched by a keen viewer. The most buzzed-about was "The Perfect Neighbor, " a Netflix hit that could snag an Oscar. It's a gripping tale, but it didn't top the viewer's list. "The Perfect Neighbor" stands out for its unique style,
Crime is a big problem in many cities. It's not just about policing. Many things can make a place more or less safe. Things like jobs, housing, and even how a city is built can play a big role. A new tool called CounterCrime looks at these things. It helps people see how changes in one area can aff
Bryan Kohberger's decision to plead guilty in the murder case of four University of Idaho students shifts the power dynamic in unexpected ways. By avoiding a trial, Kohberger keeps the full story to himself, leaving many questions unanswered. Experts suggest this gives him a strange kind of control,
