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Ex-UConn player arrested for backyard shooting death of his 51-year-old mother in Florida

February 14, 2025 by Jon Joseph

JACKSONVILLE, FL – A former college basketball player, known for his stints at the University of South Carolina and the University of Connecticut, is facing serious charges following the death of his mother in Jacksonville. Officers from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office arrived at a residence on 15th Street West around 8 a.m. on Monday. They … Read more

Fiery Easter Message: Trump Condemns Biden and Critics as “Attack so Violent”

April 21, 2025

Washington, D.C. – President Trump delivered a fiery Easter message over the weekend, taking aim at his critics and specifically targeting Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden. The President’s remarks were met with strong reactions and raised concerns over the escalating political tensions in the United States. In his Easter message, President Trump criticized Biden, labeling ... Read more

Murdered NC Mother: DNA Evidence Tells Unvarnished Truth?

January 18, 2024

Raleigh, North Carolina – DNA evidence plays a critical role in solving crimes, but does it always tell the whole story? This is the question raised in the case of a murdered mother in North Carolina. The victim, whose body was found in a shallow grave, was identified through DNA analysis. However, this identification led ... Read more

Simi Valley Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Girlfriend’s Brutal Stabbing Death

January 18, 2024

Simi Valley, CA – A Simi Valley man, Euren Balbuena, has been convicted of the brutal stabbing death of his girlfriend, Zaira Patino-Trejo, and sentenced to 33 years to life in prison. The judge added another 7 years for the knife attack on Patino-Trejo’s mother, resulting in a combined sentence of 33 years to life ... Read more

Contestant Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of ‘The Traitors’ Show

January 18, 2024

London, UK – A former contestant from the first season of The Traitors has opened up about the reality of participating in the popular ITV show, shedding light on what happens after a contestant is “murdered” on the show. Alex Gray, a memorable character from the first season, revealed her experience on the show to ... Read more

Burial of Peru’s Shining Path Conflict Victims Marks End of Long Wait

January 18, 2024

Lima, Peru – As the 21st century began, most Peruvians thought they had put the brutal conflict between the Maoist-inspired Shining Path and government forces behind them. However, the families of the victims of this savagery have continued to endure the pain of waiting for up to 40 years to give their relatives a proper ... Read more

Husband’s Family Accused of Murdering Sister-in-Law Over Petty Quarrel

January 18, 2024

KHURRIANWALA, Pakistan: In a tragic turn of events, a woman was allegedly strangled to death by her husband with the help of his parents and brother. The victim, Shumaila Akhtar, was married to Umar Farooq, and the couple was known to frequently argue over minor issues. According to Imran Hussain, the brother of the victim, ... Read more

Charged: Blount Co. man accused of murder in Georgia

January 18, 2024

MARYVILLE, Tenn. – A man from Blount County has been arrested and charged with murder in Georgia, following the death of a woman. The Blount County Sheriff’s Office announced that the man, whose name has not been released, was taken into custody and charged with murder in connection to the death of a woman in ... Read more

Trump’s Easter Sunday Rant Targets Biden and Left-Wing Figures

April 20, 2025

Washington, D.C., April 21 – Former President Donald Trump stirred up controversy on Easter Sunday with his holiday message on social media. Trump used his platform on Truth Social to criticize President Joe Biden, left-wing figures, judges, and law enforcement officials, accusing them of contributing to crime and national security risks. In his posts, Trump ... Read more

Hatchet Attack Victim Dies After Tucson Community Vigil: Suspect In Custody

April 20, 2025

TUCSON, Ariz. – The community of Tucson mourns the loss of Jacob Couch, a 32-year-old man who tragically passed away after a vicious attack in downtown Tucson. Couch had been fighting for his life since the brutal incident earlier this month, but succumbed to his injuries on Thursday, according to his family. The Couch family ... Read more

Attack Victim in Tucson Community Vigil Dies – Suspect Faces Murder Charge

April 20, 2025

TUCSON, Ariz. – A tragic incident shook the community of downtown Tucson as a man, Jacob Couch, succumbed to injuries sustained from a brutal attack earlier this month. Couch, 32, had been fighting for his life since the attack, but tragically passed away shortly after a community vigil was held in his honor outside Banner ... Read more