CRIME

Feb 14 2026CRIME

Ames Creator Shines Light on Unsolved Crime's Impact

Willy Nast, a resident of Ames, has taken a unique approach to true-crime storytelling. His podcast, "City of Lights, " focuses on the aftermath of a tragic event rather than the crime itself. The story begins in Aurora, Illinois, where Nast, then a 22-year-old creative writing student, knocked on t

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Feb 14 2026CRIME

A Dark Business Deal Turns Deadly in New Jersey

A New Jersey man, Paul Caneiro, was recently found guilty of a shocking crime. He was convicted of killing his brother, Keith, along with Keith's wife and two young children. The motive? A sour business relationship that turned deadly. The trial revealed that Paul had been stealing money from their

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Feb 14 2026CRIME

Seeking the Masked Man: A Clue in the Nancy Guthrie Case

In the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the most important clue is a video of a masked man. This man was seen messing with her doorbell camera just before she went missing. The sheriff in charge of the case says this man is the key to solving the mystery. The video shows a man with a ski mask,

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Feb 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Culver City: A Blend of Hollywood History and Modern Life

In the heart of Culver City, history and today meet in unexpected ways. The streets echo with echoes from the 1938 film “The Wizard of Oz, ” filmed right on Sony Pictures Studios’ grounds. Nearby, the century‑old Culver Hotel once welcomed the Munchkins who helped bring that classic to life. Walkin

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Feb 13 2026POLITICS

A Fresh Look at ICE and the Cost to Communities

The new poll shows that about two‑thirds of Americans now view ICE, the federal immigration agency, with suspicion. This shift comes after a recent shooting in Minneapolis and is tied to how some politicians and the media talk about immigration enforcement. Many voters originally supported str

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Eddie Coyle: A Boston Tale of Crime and Conversation

Eddie Coyle, known as Eddie Fingers, isn't your typical criminal mastermind. He's a small-time Boston thief with a knack for getting into trouble. His fingers were once crushed in a desk drawer by an unhappy client, and he's always on the lookout for the next big score. But Eddie's luck is running t

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Feb 13 2026CELEBRITIES

How Halle Berry's Sticky Notes Led to Love

Halle Berry, known for her roles in action-packed films, has a surprising story about how she met her partner, Van Hunt. It all started with sticky notes and a lot of patience. Berry shared that she spent years writing down what she wanted in a partner. She was very specific about the qualities she

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Feb 13 2026CRIME

Guard's Role in New Orleans: More Than Just Numbers

New Orleans has seen a drop in crime. The Louisiana National Guard is taking some credit. They say their presence has helped local police. The Guard has been in the city since New Year's Eve. They will stay until the end of February. The Guard's work includes helping with big events. They were ther

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Feb 12 2026CRIME

Execution Marks First 2026 Death in Oklahoma

Kendrick Simpson, 45, was pronounced dead at 10:19 CT after a three‑drug injection in the Oklahoma State Penitentiary. He had been convicted for killing two men in a drive‑by shooting back in 2006, an act that began with a fight at an Oklahoma City nightclub. The incident started when Simpson and

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Feb 12 2026CRYPTO

Paxful Faces $4 Million Fine Over Crypto Crime Connections

The U. S. Justice Department ordered Paxful, a peer‑to‑peer crypto exchange, to pay $4 million after the company admitted it knowingly helped criminals move money. In December, Paxful pleaded guilty to conspiring in illegal prostitution, sending funds from crime and breaking anti‑money laundering

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