CRIME

Jul 10 2025SCIENCE

Glowing Clues: Smartphones and Science Team Up to Crack Crimes

Crime scene investigations just got a high-tech makeover. Scientists have found a clever way to detect blood using a smartphone and a special glowing chemical called luminol. When luminol meets blood, it lights up, and a smartphone can record the whole process in a video. This new method is not just cool; it's also eco-friendly. It uses a tiny amount of luminol comp...

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Jul 10 2025EDUCATION

How Police Activity and Violence Affect School Attendance

In New York City, a recent study looked at how police actions and violent crimes impact student attendance. The research used data from public schools over six years, from 2013 to 2019. It focused on two main things: arrests made by police and reported violent crimes. The study found something interesting. Arrests near schools were a strong predictor of student abse...

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Jul 09 2025CRIME

Los Angeles Sees Big Drop in Homicides: What's Behind the Change?

Los Angeles is seeing a big drop in homicides. The city is on track to have the fewest murders in nearly 60 years. This is a huge deal because crime rates have been a big talking point in politics lately. The numbers show a clear trend. In the first half of the year, homicides dropped by more than 20%. This means fewer people are dying from violent crimes. The Los A...

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Jul 09 2025CRIME

Justice Delayed: Gerald Vick's Long-Awaited Court Appearance

Gerald Vick, a 31-year-old from Dorchester, is finally set to face a judge in Suffolk Superior Court. This comes after a lengthy manhunt that spanned several months. Vick was caught in Lithia Springs, Georgia, just 13 days ago by U. S. Marshals. He is accused of multiple serious charges, including eight counts of assault with a firearm and unlawful possession of a ma...

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Jul 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Ride Along for Justice: The K-Drama That Mixes Revenge and Real Life

In the world of Korean dramas, there's a show that's making waves by blending revenge tales with real-life inspiration. It's called "Taxi Driver, " and it's not your typical crime drama. This series is based on a webtoon, not a Hollywood movie, and it's been a hit with audiences in South Korea and beyond. The story revolves around Kim Do-gi, a former special forces ...

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Jul 08 2025POLITICS

Orangeburg Takes a Stand Against Hate

Orangeburg County is making a move to protect its residents. They are looking to pass a new rule. This rule would make it a minor crime to hurt or scare someone because of who they are. It covers things like race, religion, and more. If someone breaks this rule, they could go to jail for a month or pay a fine. They might even have to do extra work or go to classes. ...

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Jul 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Nick Offerman's New Film Takes the UK by Storm

Nick Offerman, known for his role in "Parks & Recreation, " is stepping into a new genre. He stars in "Sovereign, " a crime thriller that has just been picked up for release in the UK and Ireland. The film also features young actor Jacob Tremblay, famous for his role in "Room. " "Sovereign" is the directorial debut of Christian Swegal. It tells the story of an anti-...

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Jul 07 2025CRIME

Gangs in Peru: Schools Under Siege

In Peru, schools face a growing threat from criminal gangs demanding money. These gangs target schools, especially in poor areas, asking for large sums, between $14, 000 and $28, 000. The gangs send threatening messages and even photos of weapons to scare the schools into paying. These threats are real; a 16-year-old was caught planting a bomb at a school entrance. ...

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Jul 07 2025CRIME

A Deadly Lunch: The Poisonous Truth

In a small Australian town, a lunch invitation turned deadly. Erin Patterson, a 50-year-old mother of two, invited her estranged husband's elderly relatives for a meal. What was supposed to be a simple gathering ended in tragedy when three of the four guests died from mushroom poisoning. The sole survivor, Ian Wilkinson, spent weeks in intensive care and later testif...

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Jul 07 2025CRIME

Uncovering Secrets: How Hair Reveals Drug Use

Hair can be a silent witness to what someone has consumed. This isn't just about illegal drugs like meth or cocaine. Now, scientists can also detect hypnotics, those sleep-inducing medications, from a single dose. This ability has been a game-changer in forensic investigations since the 2010s. But why hair? Well, it's simple. Hair grows steadily, and it traps chemic...

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