JESS BARRETT

Nov 18 2025CRIME

Cold Case Breakthrough: Students Crack 34-Year-Old Murder Mystery

A recent arrest in a decades-old murder case highlights the power of fresh eyes and determination. Janie Perkins, now 63, was taken into custody for the 1991 murder of Cynthia Gonzalez. This case had baffled investigators for 34 years, until a group of criminology students from the University of Texas at Arlington got involved. The students, part of a unique partner...

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Nov 18 2025CELEBRITIES

Celebs Can't Get Enough of These Personal Lockets

Monica Rich Kosann's journey from photographer to jewelry designer is quite the story. She started by capturing intimate moments for big names like Usher and Jennifer Lopez. But it was her unique idea of putting these photos in vintage lockets that sparked her jewelry career. The lockets she designs are not just any jewelry. They are special because they hold person...

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Nov 18 2025CELEBRITIES

The Never-Ending Paycheck: How Some Stars Keep Earning Millions After Death

Ever wondered how some celebrities keep making money even after they're gone? It's not magic—it's smart planning and good management. When a famous person passes away, their estate often becomes a money-making machine. This is especially true for musicians, artists, and athletes who leave behind a legacy of work that keeps generating income. Take Michael Jackson, fo...

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Nov 17 2025POLITICS

Boston's Political Shake-Up: A Councilor's Release and a Mayor's Restructuring

Tania Fernandes Anderson, a former Boston city councilor, recently walked free after a brief stint in federal prison. She was locked up on corruption charges but only served one month behind bars. This early release came as a surprise, as she was initially supposed to be there until Saturday. No one knows why she got out early, but she did her time at a low-security ...

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Nov 17 2025BUSINESS

New Faces in Minnesota: Who's Joining the Local Scene?

Minnesota is seeing some fresh faces in various industries. Roxane Battle, a familiar face from local TV, has taken on a new role. She's now the vice president of communications and strategic initiatives at the Women's Foundation of Minnesota. This organization focuses on grants, research, and policy changes. Battle's background in media might bring a new perspective...

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Nov 16 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Is All's Fair Worth the Hype?

"All's Fair" is a legal drama that has sparked quite the debate. It's about a group of women who start their own divorce law firm in Los Angeles. The show is produced by Ryan Murphy and features a star-studded cast, including Sarah Paulson, Glenn Close, Naomi Watts, and even Kim Kardashian. Despite the big names, critics have not been kind. On Rotten Tomatoes, it has...

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Nov 16 2025ENVIRONMENT

Green Shopping Tips for the Holidays

The Conservation Foundation is putting on a free event to talk about how shopping choices can help the planet. It's called \"Shopping with the Environment in Mind\" and will happen on November 21 at McDonald Farm in Naperville. The event is from 4:30 to 5:30 p. m. Diane Osgood, an environmental economist from Oswego, will be the speaker. She wrote a book called \"Yo...

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Nov 15 2025POLITICS

Congress Urged to Unlock Epstein Files by Survivors and Accusers

A group of women, including those who have accused former President Donald Trump of sexual misconduct, have joined forces with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse to push Congress for the release of all files related to the late financier. This collective effort aims to shed light on the alleged crimes and the justice system's perceived failures. The letter, addres...

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Nov 14 2025EDUCATION

States Fight Back Against Education Grant Cuts

A recent court decision has given eight Democratic-led states a green light to challenge a policy that led to the cancellation of millions in teacher-training grants. This comes despite a Supreme Court ruling that initially seemed to favor the Trump administration's move. The Trump administration had tried to dismiss the case, arguing it should be handled by a diffe...

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Nov 13 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Mormon Moms: What's Next for #MomTok?

The popular Hulu series "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives" is back for its third season, and it's not just another reality show. It's a peek into the lives of nine young Mormon moms who became internet famous on TikTok as #MomTok. They've got faith, friendship, and the pressure of being online stars. But don't think it's all fun and games. There's drama, tension, and...

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