Posts Tagged ‘Crime’

Woman Shoots Self to Get Medical Help

Sunday, June 20th, 2010

A Michigan woman who’s unemployed and doesn’t have health insurance says she shot herself in an effort to get treatment for a painful shoulder injury.

Swim Club Accused of Race Bias Sold at Auction

Sunday, May 16th, 2010

A private suburban Philadelphia swim club accused of racial discrimination has been sold at a bankruptcy auction for 1.46 million dollars.

School Bullying: A Parents Nightmare?

Tuesday, April 6th, 2010

Three Massachusetts teenagers charged in the bullying of a 15-year-old girl who committed suicide have entered not guilty pleas through their lawyers at a hearing Tuesday. The case has thrown the issue of cyber bullying into the spotlight.

Firearms Fuel Controversy in Wisconsin

Sunday, March 14th, 2010

Wisconsin is one of only three states that completely prohibits the carrying of concealed handguns. It’s a law resident Nik Clark abides by. Clark says he carries his gun everywhere, including the grocery store and around the house.

NYC Officials: Cab Meter Scam Overcharges Riders

Sunday, March 14th, 2010

New York City officials have discovered a widespread scam in which thousands of taxi drivers overcharged passengers more than $8.3 million.

Anti-social behaviour action plea

Thursday, March 11th, 2010

The Chief Inspector of Constabulary says urgent action is needed to understand the anti-social behaviour toll on communities

Ark. Loophole Allows Sex Offenders Near Day Care

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

Parents, police and child care workers in Arkansas are concerned about a legal loophole that permits registered sex offenders live near schools and daycares.

Rapper DMX Arrested Again in Arizona

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

Authorities in Arizona say rapper DMX has been arrested for allegedly violating his probation by using drugs.

No charges against Campbell

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Supermodel Naomi Campbell looked to have avoided facing another assault charge after being accused of hitting her driver in New York.

Former NBA Star Williams Sent to Prison

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Former NBA star Jayson Williams was sentenced to five years in prison Tuesday for fatally shooting a hired driver in 2002, ending an eight-year legal odyssey by tearfully apologizing to the victim’s family. (Feb. 23)