VIOLENCE

Sep 15 2024CRIME

The Unforeseen Consequences of a Warning Call: A Tragic School Shooting in Georgia

A chilling text message from a 14-year-old boy to his mother, Marcee Gray, sparked a chain of events that would ultimately lead to the tragic outcome of the Winder, Georgia school shooting. "I'm sorry, mom," the text read. This cryptic message prompted Marcee Gray to call the school, warning them of

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

The War on Justice: A Call to Action Against Attacks on the Department of Justice

As the Attorney General of the United States, Merrick Garland is taking a bold stand against the growing threats and attacks on the Department of Justice (DOJ) and its personnel. In a speech to his employees, Garland will denounce the "dangerous" and "outrageous" attacks on the department, labeling

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Sep 13 2024HEALTH

What Didn't We Learn from Tierra Hamer's Tragic Death?

The events surrounding Tierra Hamer's death, which unfolded in broad daylight, have left many questions unanswered. On the surface, it appears that Hamer's mental health concerns played a significant role in the chaos that ensued. But what if we looked deeper? What if we asked, "What if Hamer's ment

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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

"Border Crisis: The Devil's in the Details"

As the news of a suspected Venezuelan gang member's violent-crime spree in a small Wisconsin town spreads, the eerie feeling of being "terrified" is palpable. But is it really surprising? The Biden-Harris administration's open-border policies have created a perfect storm, allowing millions of illega

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Sep 13 2024HEALTH

"Can Anti-Violence Programs Really Make a Difference in Kansas City? "

The Kansas City Health Department's anti-violence programs have been under scrutiny, with some questioning their effectiveness in reducing violent crime rates in the city. However, Dr. Marvia Jones, the department's director, is convinced that they are making a difference - albeit slowly. According

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Sep 12 2024HEALTH

Sexual Assault: A Statewide Epidemic, But What's Being Done?

South Carolina's Department of Public Health has been awarded a $925,389 grant from the United States Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women to support sexual assault survivors. The grant will cover two years and aims to provide services to those affected by sexual assault, increas

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Sep 12 2024CRIME

ShotSpotter: A Life-Saving Technology with a Price Tag

Imagine a technology that can save lives by providing rapid aid to victims of gun violence. ShotSpotter, a gunshot detection system, seems to be just that. However, it doesn't solve crime – it's not a magic bullet. A study by the University of Chicago Crime Lab found that areas with ShotSpotter t

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

The Crime Conundrum: Fact-Checking the GOP's Case Against Tim Walz

The House GOP has launched a scathing attack on former congressman-turned-governor Tim Walz, blaming him for the rise in violent crime in Minnesota. But is the evidence as cut-and-dried as they claim? Let's dive in. First, let's acknowledge the severity of the issue: violent crime in Minnesota has

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Sep 12 2024CRIME

Teacher's Fury: 5-Year-Old Student Choked, Dragged Across Classroom

Imagine being a 5-year-old student, forced to plead 'I can't breathe' as your teacher, in a state of rage, chokes you and drags you across the classroom. This is not a scene from a horror movie, but a real-life incident that occurred at PS 153 Adam Clayon Powell Jr. Elementary School in Hamilton Hei

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Sep 11 2024CRIME

The Deadly Consequences of a Conspiracy Theory

In a shocking case of violent extremism, a 32-year-old conspiracy theorist from Pennsylvania admitted to beheading his own father and broadcasting the heinous act on YouTube. According to him, his father's betrayal by working for the federal government motivated him to take drastic action. But what

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