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Jan 18 2026CRIME

Staten Island's Crime Drop: What's Behind the Numbers?

Staten Island saw a big drop in crime in 2025, but not all areas improved. The overall crime rate fell by 0. 7%, but some crimes went up. For example, grand larceny and retail theft saw small increases. However, violent crimes like murder and shootings dropped a lot. Murders went down by 63%, and sh

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Jan 18 2026CRIME

Golf Clubs Under Siege: A String of Strange Burglaries

In the quiet town of Brandford, something odd happened. Over three nights, a group of men broke into the Keighley Golf Club. They stole golf buggies, knives, and alcohol. They didn't just do it once. They did it three times. The police are still trying to figure out why. The men wore hooded jackets

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Jan 18 2026CRIME

A Sudden Crash Leaves a Community in Mourning

In a quiet neighborhood, a tragic accident took the lives of two respected individuals. Thomas Hengel, a well-loved high school sports coach, and his wife Lisa were involved in a devastating car crash. Their SUV suddenly sped up without any clear reason. It veered off the road, crashed into a house,

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Jan 18 2026CRIME

Guatemala's Prison Chaos: A Leader Captured, Officers Lost

In Guatemala, a tense situation unfolded over the weekend. It all started when inmates seized control of a prison near Escuintla. They were demanding better treatment for their gang leader. The authorities didn't back down. They stormed the prison and took back control. They also captured a key figu

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Jan 18 2026CRIME

A Night of Chaos at a New Orleans Treasure

In the heart of New Orleans, a historic restaurant became the scene of a shocking incident. Dooky Chase's, a beloved spot in the Treme neighborhood, is known for its rich history and cultural significance. It's a place where civil rights leaders once gathered, and even presidents have enjoyed its fa

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Jan 18 2026CRIME

Catching a Fugitive: The Hunt for Alejandro Rosales Castillo

Alejandro Rosales Castillo, a 27-year-old U. S. citizen, has been hiding in Mexico for years. He is wanted for the 2016 murder of his former girlfriend, Truc Quan "Sandy" Ly Le, in North Carolina. The FBI added him to their "Ten Most Wanted" list in 2017, and now, he is finally in custody. The arre

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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 17 2026CRIME

Lost Plane in Indonesia: What Went Wrong?

A plane carrying 11 people vanished near Indonesia's Sulawesi island. The ATR 42-500, operated by Indonesia Air Transport, was flying from Yogyakarta to Makassar, the capital of South Sulawesi. It disappeared from radar around 01:17 p. m. local time near the Leang-Leang area, a mountainous region.

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Jan 17 2026CRIME

The Truth Behind the Dustin Griffin Shooting: What's Really Going On?

The Virginia State Police are still looking into the shooting of Dustin Griffin that happened on December 17. This is interesting because the Augusta County Sheriff, Donald Smith, has already said the case is closed. He even released some videos from body cameras and dashcams. In a statement, Sheri

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