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Searching for Answers: The European City with the Highest Heat-Related Death Rate

OSIJEK, CROATIA – A recent study has raised concerns over the high number of heat-related deaths in Osijek, a small city in Croatia. The Lancet Planetary Health journal revealed that Osijek had the highest number of deaths per 100,000 person-years compared to any other city in Europe. This has prompted scientists to investigate the underlying reasons behind this troubling trend. In the summer of 2023, an estimated 70,000 deaths worldwide were attributed to hot weather. …

Chicago Woman Left Brain Dead After Brutal Beating By Multiple-Time Convicted Felon On City Train

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – A 36-year-old man, Mijawon Johnson, is facing charges of attempted murder for brutally beating a 61-year-old woman during an attempted robbery on a Chicago train. The victim, who has not been identified, is currently brain dead and not expected to survive after the attack on January 4th. Johnson, an eight-time felon, allegedly pinned the woman to a seat, punched, stomped, and jumped on her during the vicious assault. Johnson, who was on …

Monterey Park City to Hold Candlelight Vigil in Honor of Mass Shooting Victims

MONTEREY PARK, Calif. – One year after a tragic mass shooting at the Star Ballroom Dance Studio in Monterey Park, California, where 11 people lost their lives, a candlelight vigil will be held to honor the victims on Sunday, Jan. 21. The shooting took place on the eve of Lunar New Year, a day of celebration and joy for many, leaving the community devastated and in mourning. The vigil, scheduled to take place from 6 …

Convicted Attacker Maurice Banks Denied Parole for 2010 Redwood City Assault

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – Maurice Banks, convicted of a violent 2010 attack in Redwood City, was denied parole. The decision was made after a hearing where Banks’ criminal history and behavior in prison were taken into account. He was convicted of attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon, and other charges related to the attack. During the attack, Banks and two other individuals entered a home and assaulted the occupants, causing serious injuries. The parole …

Chandler City Council Addresses Teen Violence Concerns After Rise in East Valley Attacks

CHANDLER, AZ – In a recent meeting of the Chandler City Council, the focus was on the issue of teen violence, particularly in the case of the Gilbert Goons and Preston Lord’s tragic death. Acting Chandler Police Chief Melissa Deanda assured council members that the department remains vigilant in addressing matters that compromise the safety of the community, especially when it involves youth. Detective work has found no direct links to the Gilbert Goons, but …

Violent Attack on DPWH Engineers in Iloilo City Could Be Case of Mistaken Identity, Say Police

ILOILO CITY, Philippines – Authorities in Iloilo City are investigating a violent attack on B. Aquino Ave., also known as Diversion Road, to determine if it was a case of road rage or a case of mistaken identity. The victims, who are engineers from the Department of Public Works and Highways, claimed to have no known enemies, leading police to consider other angles behind the incident. The attack, which took place on the evening of …

Antioch City Hires Private Security for Downtown Patrol Amid Growing Crime Concerns

ANTIOCH, Calif. – In response to concerns from downtown merchants about rising crime, the city of Antioch has made the decision to hire private security to patrol its public parking lots and other assets. The City Council unanimously approved a $150,000 expenditure for this purpose for the current and next fiscal years, drawing funds from the general fund. Spearhead Protection has been awarded the contract. The move comes after a small group of business owners …

Russian War Journalist Found Dead After Exposing Corruption in Putin-Invaded Ukrainian City

MARIUPOL, Ukraine – The body of Alexander Rybin, a Russian war journalist, was found dead near Shakhty in Russia’s Rostov region. Rybin, 39, had recently visited Mariupol, a city in eastern Ukraine that was invaded by Russia in 2022. His death comes after he vowed to expose “gigantic corruption” in Mariupol, which was occupied by Russian forces in the early months of Putin’s invasion. Rybin’s on-air report criticized the Putin regime for its slow effort …

Kansas City Media Faces Backlash for Misgendering and Deadnaming Trans Woman

Kansas City, Missouri – A transgender woman was tragically murdered in Kansas City. The local media misgendered and deadnamed the victim, failing to accurately report on the situation. This has sparked outrage and calls for better media representation and respect for the transgender community. The victim, who has now been identified as Kenya Michaels, was found dead in her home last week. The media coverage initially misgendered and used the victim’s deadname, leading to widespread …

Convenience Store Worker Shoots and Kills Knife-Wielding Robber in Oklahoma City

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – An armed robber was shot and killed during an attempted robbery at a southwest Oklahoma City convenience store on Monday evening. The incident took place at a convenience store near Southwest 29th Street and South Pennsylvania Avenue, according to the Oklahoma City police. Authorities stated that the suspect was armed with a knife, which prompted the store’s worker to use lethal force in self-defense. The Oklahoma City Police Department confirmed that …