Teens

Unlock Your Future: Free Law Enforcement Career Academy Offers Hands-On Experience for Teens This August!

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Alpena, Mich. — Young individuals interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement will have a unique opportunity this August to dive into practical experiences at the Law Enforcement Career Academy. Scheduled from August 11 to 15, the academy will be held at Alpena Community College, providing a comprehensive introduction to various aspects of police work. The Michigan State Police, in collaboration with several local agencies—including the Alpena County, Presque Isle County, and Alcona County sheriff’s offices, the Alpena Police Department, and the Alpena Fire Department—will facilitate this immersive program. The academy is open to … Read more

Protests Erupt in Butler County Over Detained Teen’s Deportation: Community Rallies Amid Immigration Controversy

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BUTLER COUNTY, Ohio — Protests erupted outside the Butler County Jail over the weekend, centered on the detention of 19-year-old Emerson Colindres by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Demonstrators gathered both Sunday night and Monday morning, leading to one arrest amid rising tensions. Colindres, who has lived in the United States since he was eight, came to the country from Honduras in 2014 with his mother, Ada Bell Baquedano-Amador, and younger sister, seeking asylum from gang violence. Court documents from February 2022 reveal that Baquedano-Amador filed for asylum, citing threats and violence in their home … Read more

Westfield Teen’s Advocacy Leads to President Signing Landmark ‘Take it Down’ Law

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WESTFIELD, N.J. — A significant new law aimed at combating the viral spread of explicit images among teenagers has been established, thanks to the advocacy of a local high school student. This legislation, known as the ‘Take It Down’ law, was signed by the Governor this week, reflecting a growing concern over the misuse of technology and its impact on young people. The measure is particularly focused on protecting minors from the non-consensual distribution of explicit images. It empowers young individuals to request the removal of such content from various online platforms, providing them with … Read more

Trial Begins for Man Charged in Heroic Teen’s Death During Port Charlotte Home Invasion

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PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — Jury selection commenced on Monday for Ryan Cole, aged 27, who stands accused of the 2019 murder of 15-year-old Khyler Edman during a home invasion. The trial, delayed due to a series of hurricanes, a global pandemic, and judicial backlogs, finally moves forward nearly six years after the tragic event that shook the Port Charlotte community. If convicted, Cole could face the death penalty. The incident, which occurred in September 2019, involved Cole allegedly breaking into the Edman family residence on Starlite Lane. During the invasion, Khyler was fatally stabbed as … Read more