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,
As the new year begins, high school photojournalists in Massachusetts are diving into their craft, capturing the excitement of sports and school events. Over 20 students have shared their work in this week's photo gallery, showcasing various sports like basketball, hockey, and swimming, as well as c
When Justin Trudeau, Canada's 23rd prime minister, decided to step down, many were not surprised. He had promised big changes back in 2015, like fighting climate change, improving Indigenous relations, and updating the voting system. But over time, his popularity dropped. Members of his own Liberal
In 2022, about 2. 9 million American adults successfully quit smoking for at least six months. These individuals were mostly men, non-Hispanic whites, under 55 years old, college-educated, and did not suffer from depression. They also tended to drink alcohol. Nicotine products were the go-to method
Imagine you're a detective working on a tough case. You need to find every bit of evidence to catch the bad guy. In sexual assault cases, one crucial piece is the perpetrator's DNA. Forensic experts use various methods to find this, but a new technique called LAMP is making waves. LAMP stands for L
In his last days as president, Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 18 notable individuals. This honor, one of the highest in the nation, went to people from the political, financial, and celebrity worlds. Biden, who has been in politics for over 50 years, chose this moment to cele
It's been a while since Armie Hammer's career hit a rough patch due to leaked text messages that were both sexual and controversial, mentioning things like cannibalism. Despite facing sexual assault allegations, Hammer has managed to return to acting in 2024 with a new western coming out in 2025. In
Did you know that the way we see sexual assault cases can depend on who the perpetrator is and what they say? Research shows that people's views on these cases are influenced by their beliefs about the fairness of society and the apology (or lack of it) from the accused. When higher-status people ap
Late on December 27, 2024, a man named Brian Steele caused a commotion at a Warren convenience store. The 46-year-old drove his car into the 7-Eleven at the intersection of 12 Mile and Schoenherr roads. This wasn't just an accident, though. Steele then entered the store armed with knives, scaring cu
Bashar al-Assad's rule in Syria ended after many years of bloodshed and terror. Many people see this as a good thing because Assad's regime was horrible, using methods like torture, chemical weapons, and bombings to control people. But now, a group called Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), which has links
