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The Truth Behind Trump's Claims: Aurora's Crime Rate Drops Despite Migrants

October 11, 2024

Former President Donald Trump is holding a rally in Aurora, Colorado, to paint the city as a "war zone" due to immigrant crime. But the reality is quite different. Aurora, a Denver suburb, has seen a decline in crime, following a nationwide trend. The issue that caught Trump's attention happened in

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Gay Detroit Man's Murder: A Teenager is Charged

October 10, 2024

In Detroit, a 17-year-old has been charged with the brutal murder of a 64-year-old gay man. The teenager, Ahmed Al-Alikhan, will be tried as an adult due to the severe nature of the crime. The incident occurred on September 24, when Al-Alikhan allegedly met Howard Brisendine through a dating app, ta

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Community Trust and Crime: A Chat with Louisiana State Police Superintendent

October 10, 2024

Louisiana State Police Superintendent Col. Robert Hodges recently dropped by the Baton Rouge Rotary Club to talk about crime and how to build trust with the community. He started by reminding everyone about the state police motto: "courtesy, loyalty, and service." This motto guides the state police

entertainment

Crime Shows with a Twist: What to Watch After 'Bad Monkey'

October 9, 2024

It took a while for Carl Hiaasen's comedic crime novels to hit the small screen, but "Bad Monkey" on Apple TV Plus nails his unique blend of humor and crime. Vince Vaughn plays Andrew Yancy, a former Miami cop now in the Florida Keys, where he stumbles upon a severed arm and gets tangled in a myster

politics

Election Race Heats Up: Burke vs. Fioretti for Cook County State’s Attorney

October 9, 2024

Eileen O’Neill Burke and Bob Fioretti are the top contenders for Cook County state’s attorney. The election promises a shift in policies from the current leadership. Burke, the Democratic nominee, has extensive legal experience and plans to boost technology, training, and staff retention in the offi

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Cracking the Code: Cool Crime Dramas to Stream on Max

October 9, 2024

We've all been there, scrolling through Max for what feels like forever, hoping to stumble upon a great crime drama. But not today! Here are three brilliant choices that won't leave you disappointed. First up, "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" from 2011. This movie is based on a bestselling novel a

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Young Robbers on the Loose: Six Kids Arrested in Minneapolis Crime Wave

October 9, 2024

Imagine this: six kids, aged 11 to 14, went on a wild crime spree in Minneapolis. Their adventure started at 11:30 AM on Tuesday. The first stop was the 5100 block of 41st Ave. South, where they pulled off an armed robbery. Before cops could catch their breath, the kids struck again in the 3400 bloc

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New Glen Oaks Sheriff's Office Substation Takes Shape Amid Crime Spike

October 9, 2024

In response to a recent increase in violent crime, local officials in Baton Rouge have begun construction on a new sheriff's office substation in the Glen Oaks neighborhood. Councilman Darryl Hurst, Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, and the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office led the groundbreakin

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A Week Into the Job: The Tragic Story of Mexico’s New Mayor

October 8, 2024

In the dangerous city of Chilpancingo, a new mayor has been killed just days after taking office. Alejandro Arcos, who was sworn in last week, became the latest victim of the violent drug war plaguing the region. Unverified photos circulating online showed a severed head believed to be Arcos's on a

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Court Takes on Ghost Guns: A Fight Over Traceability

October 8, 2024

Ghost guns—weapons assembled from kits and lacking serial numbers—have become a hot topic. The number of these untraceable firearms seized by police has skyrocketed in recent years, from under 4,000 in 2018 to nearly 20,000 in 2021. The Biden administration stepped in, requiring sellers to treat the