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
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
Imagine this: A thief in Los Angeles tries to make a quick getaway after robbing a grocery store. Instead of a regular car, he jumps into a driverless Waymo taxi. He thought he was clever, but he didn't count on the car's smarts. These self-driving cars are designed to detect police sirens and light
New York City's recent crime statistics are revealing a troubling pattern. Mayor Eric Adams and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch noted during their year-end conference how recidivism rates have shot up since 2018. The numbers are staggering: repeat offenders charged with major crimes like felony as
British TV lovers are in for a treat in 2025, with a fresh batch of crime shows set to hit our screens. The UK has long been known for its exceptional crime dramas, and these upcoming shows promise to keep the tradition alive. Let's take a peek at what's on the horizon. Starting with "Bergerac, " a
Last weekend, a Joliet man named Daveonte Travis made headlines after police used a taser on him at Sidelines Sports Bar. The 25-year-old was having a rough night. He'd been asked to leave by security for being abusive, but refused. Officers had to step in. They tried to calm him down, but things go
Imagine how tough it is for family members when someone they love gets locked up. A study looked into how people perceive the grief of these families. Over a thousand participants read short stories about grieving families, with variations in the duration of grief, race, and the type of crime commit
Fifty years ago, a little-known thriller called "The Yakuza" hit the screens. This movie, directed by Sydney Pollack, tells a story about two men, an ex-cop and a yakuza, who team up in Tokyo. The ex-cop, named Harry, used to be a police detective. He's hired to rescue a friend's daughter from kidna
In a shocking turn of events, 42-year-old Shuvonne Vinson was slapped with 19 felony charges following a violent crime in Northfield Township. The incident, which occurred on January 1st, left Jennifer Bernhard, 42, and Stevie Smith, 74, dead. Vinson's outbursts in court were very dramatic. Prosecut
In Richland County, Sheriff Leon Lott is launching a bold initiative to combat juvenile crime. The key? Making parents face the music when their kids act up. The "Parent Accountability Initiative" is all about keeping moms and dads in the loop and holding them responsible. If a teen commits a violen
