LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Lyric Theatre in Lexington, Kentucky, celebrated the rich history of gospel music on Saturday night, kicking off a series of events to mark Black History Month. The packed theater served as a space for unity and resilience as performers and attendees came together to honor the vibrant traditions and powerful messages … Read more
LURGAN, NORTHERN IRELAND – A man accused of the murder of Odhrán Kelly in Lurgan has been denied bail. Shane Harte, 31, appeared before Craigavon Magistrates’ Court on Friday via videolink from Maghaberry. He is charged with the murder of Mr. Kelly, who was found near a burnt out car in the Edward Street area … Read more
ATMORE, Alabama – After enduring a 22-minute ordeal inside the execution chamber at the William C. Holman prison in Atmore, convicted killer Kenneth Eugene Smith, 58, was put to death through nitrogen hypoxia. This marked the first execution of its kind in the United States. Despite the historic nature of the execution, it left many … Read more
MEXICO CITY, Mexico- On this day in history, a condemned serial killer in Mexico refused to take part in the pre-execution ritual, sparking controversy and discussion among the public and officials. The serial killer, who faced execution for his heinous crimes, made headlines when he declined to participate in the traditional pre-execution ritual. The ritual, … Read more
WOODBRIDGE, N.J. – A man from Woodbridge, Vito Nigro, was sentenced to 27 years in state prison by Middlesex County Superior Court Judge Colleen Flynn for the aggravated manslaughter of his ex-wife Giorgina Cimino Nigro, in their shared home. Nigro would become eligible for parole after serving 85% of the sentence, followed by five years … Read more
HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. – New developments in the gruesome case of suspected serial killer Rex Heuermann have shed light on the disturbing nature of his internet search history. Michael Brown, Heuermann’s attorney, addressed the media after prosecutors revealed the unsettling search terms allegedly found on his client’s devices. The searches, which included terms like “torture redhead … Read more
AUGUSTA, Maine – State lawmakers in Maine are set to honor the victims, survivors, and first responders of the deadliest mass shooting in the state’s history as they reconvene for the upcoming session. The planned tribute, scheduled for Wednesday, will set the tone for a session that will address several gun proposals, potentially including changes … Read more
This date, Jan. 3, holds significance in history across various regions and time periods. In 1661, a milestone in English theater occurred with the first appearance of female actors on stage. In 1777, the United States adopted the Stars and Stripes as its official flag, and also on this date, American General George Washington’s army … Read more
LONDON, UK – Robert Black, a notorious serial killer, passed away in prison in 2016 at the age of 68 while serving 12 life terms. He was convicted of the murders of four young girls, but detectives suspect he may have killed many more. Black’s heinous crimes shocked the UK, leaving a legacy of fear … Read more
ARCATA, California – The leader of the largest drug ring bust in Humboldt County Drug Task Force history was sentenced to a split sentence of six years in the Humboldt County jail and 12 years on mandatory supervision in January. Jose Lomeli-Osuna, 69, pleaded guilty to five counts of drug trafficking charges and was given … Read more