Crime & Public Safety

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Newport

Prosecutors push to increase sentences for domestic homicides

Officials are considering legislation that would increase the mandatory minimum sentence for domestic killings to 25 years, aligning penalties with other murder convictions.

Saturday, July 18, 2026

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Most Americans Face Daily Scam Attempts, Yet Few Report Losses

An AP-NORC poll shows most Americans encounter scam attempts regularly, and roughly 3 in 10 have suffered financial or information losses. However, most victims do not report their experiences to authorities.

Saturday, July 18, 2026

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