VIOLENCE

Oct 04 2024CRIME

Brooklyn Protest: What Happened and Why It Matters

In September, a subway shooting in Brooklyn sparked protests. One protester, Terrell Harper, tried to break into a police officer's home. This isn't the first time something like this has happened. But why does it keep happening? Some people think it's because it's too easy to find out personal info

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Oct 03 2024OPINION

"Crime Rates Drop, But Gun Violence Persists in the U. S. "

Despite claims of a surge in violent crime under the Biden-Harris administration, data from various sources including the FBI and victim surveys show that overall crime rates have returned to pre-pandemic levels. Jeff Asher's Real-Time Crime Index and other credible sources confirm this trend, with

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Oct 03 2024OPINION

The Safe Haven for Our Future

As a nation, we've become all too familiar with the sound of gunfire and the sight of students huddled under desks. For many Minnesotan families, this is more than just a drill - it's a harsh reality that threatens to upend their sense of security. Governor Tim Walz's personal experience with his so

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Sep 27 2024POLITICS

New Directions in Crime Prevention

The way Democrats talk about guns, violent crime, and the criminal justice system has undergone a significant shift in recent years. Gone are the days when the party focused solely on protecting citizens from police abuses and overhauling the criminal justice system. Today, Democrats are taking a mo

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Sep 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Breaking Free from the Spotlight: Artem's Journey to Redemption

Artem Chigvintsev, the former Dancing With the Stars professional, has finally broken his silence on the recent events that shook his personal life. Less than a month ago, he was arrested on suspicion of felony domestic violence, a charge that has now been dropped by prosecutors. In a statement to E

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Sep 26 2024CRIME

A High-Speed Chase and a Heroic Driver

It was a typical Wednesday morning in downtown Los Angeles when a bus suddenly found itself in the midst of a hijacking attempt. The incident unfolded when a gunman took control of the bus, leaving the driver and passengers in a state of panic. But, thanks to the quick thinking of the driver and the

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Sep 25 2024CRIME

Flag of Hate: A Freeway Fiasco

Imagine driving down the freeway with a symbol of pride and identity flying high on your car. For one motorist, that symbol was the Israeli flag. Little did he know, his display of patriotism would spark a chain of events that would lead to a hate crime charge. In this bizarre incident, a man brandi

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Sep 24 2024CRIME

Murderer of 10 Sentenced to Life in Prison, Victims' Families Seek Justice

In a devastating turn of events, a mentally ill man who killed 10 people at a Colorado supermarket in 2021 was sentenced to life in prison for murder. The victims' families, who had been waiting for justice for years, finally got their closure. The gunman, Ahmad Alissa, was found guilty of first-deg

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Sep 23 2024HEALTH

Funding Boost: A Lifeline for Sexual Violence Survivors

In a significant move, the U.S. Department of Justice is injecting much-needed funds into South Carolina non-profits that support individuals affected by sexual violence. This decision comes on the heels of a substantial decline in federal aid earlier this year. One such organization, Pathways to He

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Sep 23 2024OPINION

The Unhinged Campaign: How Hate Speech Can Lead to Violence

In a world where political polarization has reached an all-time high, the line between constructive dialogue and hate speech has become increasingly blurred. The recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump is just one example of how this toxic environment can lead to violent conseq

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