CRIME

Dec 31 2024CRIME

Sports Stars' Homes: FBI Issues Burglary Warning

The FBI has alerted pro sports leagues about a series of break-ins targeting athletes' homes. Between September and November, at least nine professional athletes had their houses broken into. This isn't the first time such crimes have happened. In the past, international criminal groups have used si

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Dec 31 2024CRIME

Guardian Angels Return: Fighting Subway Crime, One Patrol at a Time

The Guardian Angels are back in the Big Apple's subways! After 15 years, they're helping keep the city's underground safe. New Yorkers are thrilled, with some even greeting founder Curtis Sliwa with a kiss. But why are the Angels back? Recently, there have been serious crimes in the subway system. J

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

DC's Top Prosecutor Steps Down After Hunter Biden Case

Matthew Graves, the U. S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, is stepping down from his post. His resignation comes amidst controversy surrounding his handling of cases, particularly the one involving Hunter Biden. Graves decided not to press charges against Hunter Biden for tax evasion, despite

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Dec 31 2024CRIME

Overnight Crime Wave Hits Vehicles in Palos Hills

In the quiet night of Dec. 27, Palos Hills saw a surge in car burglaries. Seven vehicles fell victim to thieves, with items like GPS devices, cell phones, and even a child's stuffed toy being taken. Most of the break-ins happened in community parking lots of apartment and condo complexes, but one ca

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Dec 31 2024CRIME

Volunteer Group Guardian Angels Return to Patrol NYC Subways

Ever heard of the Guardian Angels? They're a group of volunteers who help keep New York City's subways safe. After a scary incident where a woman was set on fire on a train, they've decided to start patrolling again. The group's founder, Curtis Sliwa, says they'll be checking on people who seem trou

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Dec 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Bruce Willis' Twist as a Tricky Villain in This Crime Series

Imagine a crime story where the bad guy isn't just evil, but embodies a whole philosophy of power and control. That's what you get with Bruce Willis' character, Amato, in the thriller series "No Exit. " The show's title comes from a book by philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, who said something like, "Oth

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Dec 30 2024CRIME

Crime on the Rise in Palm Beach: A Wake-up Call for Residents

Living in Palm Beach, Florida, has always been synonymous with luxury and exclusivity. However, the recent surge in real estate prices, dubbed the "Trump bump, " has brought about an unexpected side effect: a rise in opportunistic crimes. Local authorities have been quietly warning residents to keep

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Dec 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Heat: A Crime Classic Returns to Hulu

Get ready to dive back into the intense world of crime thrillers! One of the most iconic movies featuring Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, Heat, is making its way to Hulu. Pacino, known for his roles in The Godfather trilogy and Scarface, and De Niro, famous for his parts in Goodfellas and Raging Bull,

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Dec 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Spike Lee & Denzel: A Crime Thriller Duo You Can't Miss

When Spike Lee and Denzel Washington team up, movie fans get ready for something special. Their past films, like Inside Man, have shown they can create amazing crime thrillers. Inside Man, for example, has an impressive 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It's a sign that their upcoming remake, Highest 2

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Dec 29 2024CRIME

A Subway Tragedy: Homelessness, Immigration, and a City's Struggles

Last Sunday, a woman lost her life in a horrifying way on a New York City subway train. A homeless man from Guatemala, Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, allegedly set her on fire. Yet, no one knows her name. This tragic event has brought to light three big problems that New York City is grappling with: homele

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