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Nov 15 2025OPINION

Justice System: A Broken Promise

The justice system is often seen as a straightforward deal: crime equals punishment. But what if this idea is flawed and causes more harm than good? Two people, one who lost a loved one to violence and another who is currently in prison, share their thoughts on why the current system isn't working.

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Jun 15 2025CRIME

Love and Fear: How Marriage Can Turn Into a Nightmare for Immigrants

A young woman from Bangladesh came to the United States in 2022 to pursue her master's degree in information technology. She wasn't looking for romance, but a chance encounter on Facebook changed her plans. A man messaged her, and after a few exchanges, he invited her to a Broadway show. She had nev

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May 20 2025POLITICS

Protecting Privacy in the Digital Age

The digital age has brought many conveniences, but it has also created new ways for people to be harmed. One such issue is the distribution of intimate images without consent, often referred to as "revenge porn. " This problem has become so widespread that a new law has been created to address it.

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Apr 11 2025POLITICS

New Support for Crime Victims: A Shift in Immigration Policy

The Department of Homeland Security has brought back a program. It is called the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement office. This office is there to help families. These families have been hurt by crimes committed by people who are not documented. The office is part of a bigger plan to

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Jan 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

LA Sports Teams Pitch In: How $8 Million Aids Fire Victims

In the midst of devastating wildfires, Los Angeles and Orange County's professional sports teams have joined forces to donate a massive $8 million. These teams, including the LA Lakers, Dodgers, and Chargers, are stepping up to support those affected. The fires have been catastrophic, burning around

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Nov 16 2024CRIME

Manhattan DA's $40, 000 Stress Program: A Controversy Unfolds

Ever since Alvin Bragg became the Manhattan District Attorney, a storm has been brewing. He decided to spend $40, 000 of public funds on a program to help his staff cope with job stress. Known as secondary trauma, this can affect people who deal with other's troubles daily. The program includes focu

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Sep 17 2024CRIME

Justice Reborn: How Corey's Network is Helping Families Heal from Unsolved Murders

Corey's Network: A Lifeline for Families Affected by Unsolved Homicides Twelve years ago, Corey Laykovich's life was brutally cut short. Yet, his legacy lives on through Corey's Network, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families affected by unsolved homicides in the Kansas City met

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Sep 16 2024FINANCE

The Crypto Scam Epidemic: How Older Americans Are Falling Victim to $5. 6 Billion in Losses

The FBI's 2023 Cryptocurrency Fraud Report reveals a staggering $5.6 billion in reported losses to cryptocurrency scams, with older Americans bearing the brunt of the damage. The majority of these scams, a whopping 53% increase from 2022, are pig butchering scams, where fraudsters build fake relatio

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