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Nov 29 2024POLITICS

Former FBI Deputy McCabe on Threats to Trump's Cabinet: No Surprise Here

Andrew McCabe, who used to be the deputy director of the FBI, didn't bat an eye when he heard about threats to President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks. "It's not shocking at all, " he said in an interview with CNN. McCabe explained that high-profile figures often face such threats. Law enforcement, he

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Nov 27 2024CRIME

AI Writing Police Reports: A New Beat for Cops?

Imagine sitting at your desk, exhausted after a long day of patrolling. You've just dealt with a minor incident, nothing too serious. Now, you have to write a report. But what if an AI could do that for you? That's the idea behind tools like Axon's Draft One. This AI can turn bodycam audio into a re

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Nov 26 2024CRIME

Weed and Booze: How Enforcement Works in the U. S.

As more and more states legalize marijuana for adult use, the tasks of state and local police are shifting. We took a look at how different states and local areas handle the enforcement of cannabis and alcohol laws, both where weed is legal and where it isn't. In states where marijuana is legal, co

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Nov 17 2024CRIME

Big Car Heist at DFW: $5M Worth of Vehicles Stolen

On November 13, 2024, a court document in Texas revealed that a Houston-based crime group has been accused of stealing vehicles worth over $5 million from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). They're suspected of targeting parking lots not only at DFW but also at several other airports acr

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Nov 17 2024CRIME

The Mystery Bullet: What Happened at Dallas Love Field

One sunny morning at Dallas Love Field, travelers awaited Southwest Airlines Flight 2494, ready for takeoff to Indianapolis. But fate had a different plan. Just as the plane began its move, an unexpected bang echoed through the cabin. It wasn't mechanical trouble; it was a bullet, striking the Boein

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Nov 15 2024TECHNOLOGY

iPhones Now Reboot to Stay Safe: How Apple's New Feature Works

You might have heard that some iPhones suddenly reboot on their own. It turns out, this isn't a glitch, but a new security feature Apple has added to iOS 18. The feature, called "inactivity reboot, " makes your iPhone restart if you haven't unlocked it in 72 hours. This is a clever move by Apple to

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Nov 11 2024CRIME

Coeur d'Alene: How Low Can Crime Rates Go?

In Coeur d'Alene, crime rates have dropped so much that even the police chief is surprised. "I'm shocked at how low it is, " said Lee White, the city's police chief. From January to September this year, major crimes like burglary and theft have decreased by 13% compared to last year. If we look back

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Nov 10 2024HEALTH

How Overhead Squats and Shoulder Taps Affect Law Enforcement Recruits

You might know that law enforcement recruits go through tough fitness tests. Two of these tests are the overhead squat and shoulder taps. The overhead squat checks out how well your body moves, especially your legs and back. Shoulder taps, where you tap your shoulders while in a push-up position, lo

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Nov 06 2024CRIME

Navajo County Threats: Rumors of Bomb Scares Cause Alarm

It's been a tense day in Navajo County, Arizona. Reports of bomb threats have been swirling around, causing concern but no real danger. Arizona's Secretary of State, Adrian Fontes, was quick to reassure everyone. "These are just rumors, folks, " he said during a news conference. He added that both s

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Oct 30 2024CRIME

The Growing Concern: Venezuelan Gang Tren de Aragua in Texas

Lately, Texas has been keeping a close eye on a Venezuelan gang called Tren de Aragua, and for good reason. This gang, which started out in South American prisons, has grown into a global threat known for its brutal violence, extortion, and human trafficking. While it's tough to say just how many me

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