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Jan 18 2026SCIENCE

How Skin Germs Can Help Solve Crimes

Skin is more than just what we see. It's home to tiny creatures called microbes. These microbes can tell a story. Scientists wanted to see if these microbes stay the same over time. They also wanted to see if they could match a person to their microbes. Fifteen young adults helped with this study.

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Jan 18 2026CRIME

Joliet's License Plate Cameras: Privacy Concerns or Crime-Fighting Tools?

Joliet is home to over 80 Flock cameras. These cameras capture license plates and other data. This information helps police solve crimes. A local resident, Sam Coffey, wants to remove these cameras. He worries about the data they collect. Coffey believes the cameras track everyone who drives by. Th

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Jan 18 2026CRIME

Justice Delayed: Lincoln Man Faces Old Abuse Charges

A man from Lincoln is now in trouble for something that happened a long time ago. He was recently caught for an abuse claim that was made years ago. This is not the only case making headlines. The Nebraska Supreme Court is also dealing with a rare question: when can a confession to a priest be used

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Congressman's Stance on Immigration and ICE Sparks Debate

A recent heated discussion on immigration and ICE tactics has brought Congressman Shri Thanedar into the spotlight. The debate revolved around his views on deportation, ICE's actions, and his stance on a bill that aimed to deport illegal immigrants convicted of sex crimes. Thanedar's decision to vo

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Jan 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Night of Quirky Fun at the Rocky Horror Show

The Rocky Horror Picture Show turned 50, and New York City celebrated with a special screening at City Winery. Fans showed up dressed as their favorite characters, like Rocky and Dr. Frank-N-Furter. It was a night full of creativity and fun. The event was more than just a movie screening. It was a

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Jan 17 2026SCIENCE

How a Tiny Helper Boosts Big Chemical Reactions

Scientists have found a clever way to make chemical reactions happen faster. They used a tiny helper called imidazole (ImH) to boost the speed of a reaction that breaks down a pollutant called 2, 4-chlorophenol. The reaction was 110 times faster than before! Here's how it works: The ImH sticks to t

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Jan 17 2026HEALTH

Supreme Court to Decide if Roundup Lawsuits Can Continue

The U. S. Supreme Court has decided to take on a significant case involving Bayer and its popular weedkiller, Roundup. The issue at hand is whether people can sue Bayer for cancer claims under state laws, given that the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has not found Roundup to be a cancer

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Jan 17 2026CELEBRITIES

Bella Hadid: From Runways to Reins and Screens

Bella Hadid is making waves beyond the fashion world. She's stepping into acting with a bang, starring in a new sci-fi horror series called "The Beauty. " Her character, Ruby, is quite the action hero, smashing mirrors and racing through Paris on a motorcycle. It seems like Bella is bringing her rea

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Jan 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Shows Take Over NBC's New Lineup

NBC is making a big move in the TV world. They've just given the green light to two new crime dramas. One is called "Puzzled. " It's about a guy named Mike Brink. He was a college athlete, but after a fire, he got hurt. Now, he can see things differently. This helps him solve crimes with the police.

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Jan 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Southland: The Cop Show That Feels Real

Crime shows are everywhere, but only a few stand out. Southland is one of those shows that feels real, like a documentary. It's not just about cops and crimes. It's about the people and the places in Los Angeles that are often ignored. The show started in 2009 on NBC. It had a great cast and a uniq

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