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FBI Files Provide Chilling Look Into the Mind of Jeffrey Dahmer
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A Netflix docuseries about serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer is one of its most-watched shows ever. We reviewed FBI files of his case instead and got a chilling look at what drove him to kill.
How Radio Scanners Work
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The air around you is bursting with radio waves -- and you can tap into them with minimal effort. With a simple radio scanner, all sorts of transmissions are within your earshot. Find out how radio scanners let you listen in on everything from police to astronaut transmissions.
Wisconsin Serial Killers and Their Dark Knack for Notoriety
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Wisconsin is known for its cheese, beer and ... terrifying serial killers? It turns out some of the most notorious serial killers in the United States hail from America's Dairyland.
Skunk Water: A Weapon That Uses Stench to Control Crowds
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Developed in Israel, this foul-smelling liquid has been used on Palestinian and Israeli protesters - and it's showing up in the United States.
Why are eyewitnesses unreliable?
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Why are eyewitnesses unreliable? Find out why eyewitness accounts aren't always accurate or reliable.
Are Gunshot Detection Systems the Answer to Rising Gun Violence?
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Cities like Chicago are spending millions for high-tech systems that can identify and pinpoint the exact location of a gunshot. But are these systems worth the price tag?
5 Things to Know Before You Shoot Video of a Possible Crime
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Recording a video that could potentially become evidence in a criminal case can be very complicated. What do you need to consider before you pull out your phone?
10 Terribly Bungled Crimes
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Ten terribly bungled crimes throughout history are explored, such as drug deals gone wrong. Learn more about ten terribly bungled crimes.
Who Was the Mad Trapper of Rat River?
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The Mad Trapper of Rat River probably wasn't a trapper, and he most likely wasn't mad, but who was he and why did he lead the Royal Canadian Mounted Police on one its greatest chases ever?
Is Your Brain More Suited for Law Enforcement or the Medical Field?
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It takes a special kind of brain to work in law enforcement or medicine. Share your special brand of smart with us and we'll know which field your brain wants to explore. Are we talking to a future police officer or a surgeon?