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Dec 20 2024CRIME

Police Bodycam Shows West Rogers Park Shootout with Suspected Hate Crime Gunman

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) has released footage from police body cameras that captured a tense shootout in the West Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago. The incident occurred on October 26 around 9:30 a. m. , when a 39-year-old Orthodox Jewish man was shot in the shoulder by

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Dec 19 2024CRIME

Bloodstains: Fire's Unyielding Clues

You might think a fierce fire would destroy all traces of a crime. But bloodstains are surprisingly resilient. Researchers set blood droplets on various surfaces and heated them up. While the droplets changed shape, crucial details like where the blood landed and the angle it hit the surface remaine

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Dec 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Icelandic Streamer Síminn Joins Reykjavik Noir TV Adaptation

In a recent development, Icelandic streamer Síminn has jumped on board the upcoming television adaptation of Lilja Sigurdardottir's crime novel trilogy, "Reykjavik Noir. " The series is being produced by Icelandic production house Glassriver, known for shows like "Cold Haven" and "As Long As We Live

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Dec 19 2024CRIME

Michigan Man Plans but Stops Mass Shooting Targeting LGBTQ+ Community

A 22-year-old Michigander named Mack Davis from Owosso recently pleaded guilty to planning a hate-driven mass shooting aimed at LGBTQ+ spots. He targeted a political party office and a nearby bar, both places he linked to the LGBTQ+ community. Davis gathered an arsenal of weapons, ammunition, tactic

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Dec 19 2024CRIME

Gun Incidents and Chases: A Look at Recent Police Reports

In the Chicago suburbs, recent police reports reveal a mix of gun incidents, chases, and other crimes. Let’s dive into some of these incidents. In Alsip, a resident fired shots into the air, threatening two people. Police found a spent 9 mm shell but couldn’t immediately question the suspect. A fe

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Dec 18 2024CRIME

A Chilling Tale: The Man Who Drugged His Wife for Decades

Have you ever heard of Dominique Pelicot? He's currently on trial in France for some truly horrible acts. Alongside 50 other men, Pelicot is being tried for a string of awful crimes. He admits to secretly drugging his wife for almost ten years, so he could assault her while she was unconscious. Can

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Dec 18 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Three Hidden Gems on Hulu to Watch This December

December on Hulu can feel like a reality TV marathon, with shows from Warner Bros. Discovery taking center stage. But don't let the noise distract you—there are some truly great shows waiting to be discovered. Here are three underrated gems that just landed on the streaming service: a gripping Austr

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Dec 18 2024POLITICS

Getting More Cops on Patrol: Mayor Adams' Plan

Mayor Adams wants more cops on the streets. He's asking Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch to find ways to move cops from desk jobs back to patrol duties. Adams believes cops are good at hiding in administrative units, and he wants them back on the streets to fight crime. Patrick Hendry, head of the

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Dec 18 2024CRIME

The Bizarre True Crime Tale from Tupelo

Ever heard of a small-town feud that spirals into an insane mix of internet conspiracies, body parts, and even an Elvis impersonator? Welcome to the wild world of "The Kings of Tupelo, " a docuseries that's making waves on Netflix. This isn't your typical crime story; it's a rollercoaster ride of we

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Dec 17 2024CRIME

The Murder Trial of Bob Lee's Killer: A Closer Look

A San Francisco jury found IT consultant Nima Momeni guilty of second-degree murder in the 2023 stabbing death of tech executive Bob Lee, the founder of Cash App. The verdict was announced on Tuesday, following a week of jury deliberations that began on December 4. Momeni was acquitted of the more s

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