SAFETY

Dec 14 2025CRIME

Why Did a Psychiatric Patient Get Released Before Attacking a Tourist?

A troubling incident at Macy's Herald Square has raised questions about New York's mental health system. A woman, recently released from a psychiatric facility, allegedly stabbed a tourist while she was changing her baby in a bathroom. The attacker, Kerri Aherne, claimed voices in her head told her

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

A Shocking Attack in the Middle of a Busy Store

A woman was hurt in a sudden attack at Macy's in Manhattan. The incident happened in the bathroom while she was changing her baby's diaper. The suspect, Kerri Aherne, was recently released from a psychiatric hospital. Aherne, 43, was arrested and will stay in jail without bail. She told police that

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

Santa Clarita's Sheriff Talks Safety and Crime Trends

Captain Brandon Barclay, the top sheriff in Santa Clarita Valley, recently spoke to local business owners about crime rates and safety tips. He shared that overall crime has dropped by 19%, but violent crime has gone up by 9%. This increase is partly due to a gang in Newhall that the sheriff's depar

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Dec 13 2025HEALTH

Hidden Hurts: Why Dental Workers Need Support Too

Dental workers are often the first to spot signs of abuse in patients. But what happens when they are the ones suffering? This is a question that has been largely ignored. A recent review found no studies focusing on dentists or dental care professionals (DCPs) as victims of domestic abuse (DA). Thi

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Dec 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Online Safety: A Closer Look at Internet Use for Adults with IDD

Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) are increasingly using the internet for various tasks. From shopping to gaming, the web offers many opportunities. However, this group also faces unique online risks. Scams, cyberbullying, and inappropriate content are just a few examples

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Dec 13 2025CRIME

Roblox Under Fire: Florida's Fight for Kids' Safety

Florida is making a big move against Roblox. They say the game lets adults pretend to be kids. This makes it easy for them to talk to real children. The state claims Roblox is not doing enough to stop this. Investigators made fake accounts for kids aged 7, 8, and 10. They found these accounts could

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Dec 13 2025EDUCATION

Upcoming Food Science Courses at Penn State: What You Need to Know

Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences is set to launch a series of short courses in 2026, aimed at professionals in the food industry. These courses will focus on the latest advancements in food science and safety. The goal is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to exc

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Dec 13 2025WEATHER

Foggy Morning Driving: Tips to Stay Safe

Early morning drivers in the North Bay faced a challenge. Thick fog rolled in, making it hard to see. In some spots, visibility dropped to just a quarter of a mile. This prompted the National Weather Service to issue a warning. The warning covered several areas. It included the North Bay Interior V

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Dec 12 2025SPORTS

High-Flying Drama: Skydiver's Close Call at 15, 000 Feet

In a thrilling turn of events, a skydiver found himself in a precarious situation high above Queensland, Australia. Adrian Ferguson was part of a group planning a 16-way formation jump from a Cessna Caravan. However, things took an unexpected turn when his reserve parachute got caught on the plane's

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Dec 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Ocean Data in Peril: Why NOAA's Buoys Are at Risk

The ocean is a big, mysterious place, and we rely on buoys and sensors to help us understand it better. These tools give us important information for fishing, shipping, and even predicting hurricanes. But right now, these buoys are in trouble because they aren't getting the money they need to keep w

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