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Jan 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Meet the Cast of Netflix's Latest Crime Drama: The Breakthrough

Ever wondered who the talented people behind the scenes of Netflix's new crime drama, The Breakthrough, are? This Swedish series, inspired by a real-life double homicide from 2004, has been making waves. Let's dive into the cast and their roles! First up is Peter Eggers, playing Detective John Sund

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Jan 09 2025CRIME

Yakuza Boss Tries to Sell Nuclear Material to Iran

A leader of Japan's Yakuza crime syndicate, Takeshi Ebisawa, pleaded guilty to trafficking drugs, weapons, and nuclear material. He was caught trying to sell weapons-grade plutonium to an undercover agent posing as an Iranian general. Ebisawa's criminal activities went beyond drugs and weapons. He a

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Jan 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Back with a Bang: Why Will Trent's Season 3 Premiere Hits the Spot

Finally, after a long wait, Will Trent made a comeback on January 7, 2025. The show kicked off Season 3 with a bang, following the cliffhanger from Season 2 where Will left town after arresting Angie. This time, he wasn't too happy to return, but a special request from a suspect forced him to join t

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

A Mayor’s Plan to Unify and Improve Baton Rouge

On Wednesday afternoon, Baton Rouge's Mayor-President Sid Edwards turned to the Rotary Club members with a clear vision for the city. He stressed that the community faces several challenges, such as crime and a sense of division, but he had plans to tackle them head-on. Firstly, Edwards aims to incr

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Jan 09 2025CRIME

Crime Drop vs. News Attention: What's the Truth?

Believe it or not, even though cities like Chicago have seen a 7% drop in homicides and shootings, many folks still think crime is increasing. This isn't just happening in Chicago; places like Oakland, New Orleans, and Philadelphia are noticing similar trends. So why don't we feel safer? Some expert

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Jan 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Daniel Sunjata Talks About High Potential's Chances for Season 2

Daniel Sunjata, who plays Detective Karadec on the crime drama High Potential, recently shared his thoughts on the possibility of the show getting a second season. The series, which premiered in winter 2025, follows former LAPD crime scene cleanup specialist Morgan (Kaitlin Olson) as she works as a

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Jan 08 2025POLITICS

Trouble in Transit: New York's MTA Boss Faces Criticism over Budget and Safety

New York's Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is under fire. The agency's CEO, Janno Lieber, is facing heat from lawmakers and the public over how he's handling the MTA's massive $20 billion budget. Some people, like Rep. Mike Lawler, think the MTA isn't doing a good job and wants Lieber ou

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Jan 08 2025CRIME

Unexpected Incidents and Strange Arrests in Local Areas

Close to the holiday season, a few odd events caught the attention of local law enforcement. For instance, a man in Evergreen Park aimed to spit on a security officer while being arrested at Walmart. The incident was caught on camera, showing the man's unusual behavior. Meanwhile, in the same area,

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Jan 08 2025CRIME

Cracking Down on Crime: Everyone's Responsibility

It's no secret that property crime is a big worry for many people. But simply passing new laws won't fix the issue if the police, prosecutors, and courts aren't on board. Offenders need fair consequences and appropriate bail. Many have substance abuse problems, and drug treatment courts can help. By

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Jan 08 2025CRIME

The Case of David Chou: A Church Shooting and Its Aftermath

On Tuesday, an Orange County judge decided that a 70-year-old man from Las Vegas will stand trial for murder and attempted murder, including hate crime enhancements. David Wenwei Chou is accused of fatally shooting a doctor and wounding five others during a mass shooting at a Taiwanese church in Lag

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