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Mar 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Audible Adds Big‑Name True Crime and Investigation Podcasts

Amazon’s audio platform is expanding its nonfiction lineup by merging several well‑known investigative shows under one banner. The move follows the company’s recent reorganization of its Wondery division, which had previously hosted popular series such as “Dr. Death” and “Over My Dead Body. ” Now, t

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Mar 04 2026POLITICS

A New Way to Talk About Crime and Youth in Albuquerque

The local newspaper opened a fresh style of discussion last week, letting people ask questions face‑to‑face with county officials. The first session featured the district attorney, who is also chasing a governor’s seat. He talked about crime statistics and urged tougher penalties for young offenders

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Mar 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Fresh Twist on the Classic Murder Mystery

The show that has become a standout on Peacock is not the longest running, but it packs a punch in its two seasons. Created by Rian Johnson, it brings a new angle to the age‑old whodunit genre that has seen everything from horror‑filled thrillers to cozy detective tales. Johnson’s series, starring N

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

Paths of Drinking: From Teens to Seniors

The study looks at how people’s drinking habits change from age 12 up to 65. It uses a statistical tool called Bayesian simulation and another called simulated annealing to figure out how likely it is that someone will move from one drinking level to another. The four levels are low, medium, h

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

War Stories and the Hidden Cost to Reporters

Journalists who go into conflict zones face danger every day. The threat of injury or death is real, but the risk does not stop there. Even after leaving a battlefield, many reporters struggle with mental health problems that linger for years. Research shows that covering war can trigger a ra

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Mar 03 2026BUSINESS

New Costco Coming to Montgomery County

A big change is on the way for residents in East County. A new Costco store will open inside a large development called VIVA White Oak. The warehouse will cover about 162, 000 square feet and will be the first big store in a project that spans 280 acres. The site sits close to the Food and Drug Admi

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Mar 03 2026CRIME

A Jury Stuck: What Happened Next in the Pata Murder Case

The court decided to call a mistrial after the jury could not agree on a verdict. A judge told the panel that they were dead‑locked, so the case would be reopened. The incident happened in 2006 when Rashaun Jones was accused of shooting his teammate, Bryan Pata, outside Pata’s apartment. Pa

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Senate Race Shifts: Cornyn Faces Fresh Challenges in Texas

The Texas Senate seat once seemed secure for a veteran lawmaker who had risen through the ranks as a key ally of former Senate leader Mitch McConnell. He has long been known for pushing conservative policies while also raising vast sums of money and shaping the state's political landscape. Yet, his

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Mar 03 2026CRIME

Sneaky Thieves Record Their Own $3 Million Jewelry Heist

A group of four Chilean residents in Southern California captured their own crime on video, turning a daring robbery into a self‑made crime show. They filmed themselves breaking into a jewelry shop that sat next to a candy store in Simi Valley, California. The thieves used a crowbar to smash through

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Gun Law and Marijuana: A Supreme Court Showdown

The United States Supreme Court is set to decide a case that mixes gun rights, drug use, and federal law. The dispute centers on a rule that makes it illegal for anyone who uses drugs to own a firearm, even if the weapon was bought legally. The case involves Ali Danial Hemani, who has been charged u

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