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Second Teen Charged in Fatal Red Line Push on Chicago CTA Train
crime19 days ago

Second Teen Charged in Fatal Red Line Push on Chicago CTA Train

A second teenager, Katlar Parchman, 19, has been charged with murder, aggravated battery and mob action in the death of Kyle Bickham, 29, who was pushed from a moving CTA Red Line train on Chicago’s South Side; a 15-year-old girl was charged earlier in the case. Surveillance shows the group forcing Bickham to the rear of the train and out an emergency exit, after which he fell onto the electrified third rail and was struck by an oncoming train and died. Parchman remains jailed as prosecutors seek additional information about the other suspects.

via Block Club Chicago|
#chicago#crime#cta
Eerie Citi Bike photo surfaces as NYC teen is fatally struck in Manhattan crash
us-news19 days ago

Eerie Citi Bike photo surfaces as NYC teen is fatally struck in Manhattan crash

Fifteen-year-old Daria Serkov was killed after being struck by a garbage truck while riding a Citi Bike on 14th Street in Manhattan. A previous Citi Bike photo of her circulated online, showing her with a friend. The incident also left her 13-year-old companion injured; the driver stayed at the scene and was described as crying by bystanders. A GoFundMe has been set up to cover funeral and related expenses, raising over $62,500 as of Sunday morning. No charges have been filed in the case, and her family is receiving support from friends and neighbors.

via New York Post|
#citi-bike#funeral-fundraiser#nyc
Teens linked to deadly Chelan Hills Fire face further arrests in Washington
crime21 days ago

Teens linked to deadly Chelan Hills Fire face further arrests in Washington

Three more teenagers were arrested in Western Washington in connection with the Chelan Hills Fire, bringing those in custody to four; prosecutors say more arrests are likely as a fifth suspect has an active warrant and a sixth person is being sought. The suspects allegedly fired Roman candles from the bed of a truck during a Fourth of July burn ban, igniting dry grass and a fast-moving wildfire that killed a 69-year-old man, injured six firefighters, and destroyed more than 100 buildings across about 10,000 acres with losses over $6 million.

via KPTV|
#arrests#chelan-hills-fire#crime
Snapchat weighs teen time caps, signaling possible industry standard shift
technology23 days ago

Snapchat weighs teen time caps, signaling possible industry standard shift

Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel said the company would be willing to implement daily time limits for teen users, a move echoing Meta’s settlement that requires a two-hour limit and other safety measures. While no timeline was given, he framed it as a potential industry norm and highlighted Snap’s Family Center parental controls alongside new AI-driven features for its upcoming Specs smart glasses as part of a broader safety and product strategy.

via BBC|
#family-center#snapchat#specs
Warnings on social media may curb youth use, study finds
health28 days ago

Warnings on social media may curb youth use, study finds

A JAMA Health Forum study found that warnings about social media’s risks—such as addiction, sleep disruption, depression, and negative body image—persuaded both teens (ages 13–17) and young adults (ages 18–29) to reconsider using platforms. Messages about voluntary breaks were less persuasive, and experts caution that effects may wane over time, underscoring the importance of ongoing conversations with kids. The findings come as regulators and policymakers weigh broader oversight following Meta’s $18 billion settlement over teen safety, suggesting warnings and potential regulation alongside continued parental dialogue about online harms.

via CNN|
#health#research#social-media
Social media-linked rise in suicide risk among pre-teens prompts calls for stricter safeguards
health29 days ago

Social media-linked rise in suicide risk among pre-teens prompts calls for stricter safeguards

New data cited by JAMA Pediatrics show suicide among US girls aged 10–14 rose faster than boys from 2007–2021, making it the second leading cause of death in that age range. Experts, including Dr. Jean Twenge, attribute much of the increase to early and intensified social-media use and COVID-era isolation, urging stricter age limits and stronger controls on teen access (such as 16+ age verification or tighter enforcement) and measures to curb overnight device use to combat sleep deprivation and depression.

via New York Post|
#girls#health#mental-health
Teen Survives Days in Frigid Bering Sea as Two Crewmates Die
us-news1 month ago

Teen Survives Days in Frigid Bering Sea as Two Crewmates Die

A 15-year-old boy survived days in the frigid Bering Sea clinging to an overturned boat while his older brother and a second crew member drowned; the teen was rescued four miles east of St. Lawrence Island by a fishing vessel with Coast Guard assistance, and all three were taken to Nome. A GoFundMe is set up to support the survivor and bring the deceased home.

via New York Post|
#alaska#bering-sea#coast-guard
Halloween game pulls controversial teen-sex minigame after backlash
entertainment1 month ago

Halloween game pulls controversial teen-sex minigame after backlash

The new Halloween video game from IllFonic removed a controversial minigame in which the game’s 56-year-old Dr. Loomis could engage in sexual activity with teenage characters; the minigame, which involved hiding in closets and a heart-meter mechanic, went viral on social media and sparked backlash, prompting the developers to yank it before the wide release, now scheduled for Sept. 8 with no immediate comment from IllFonic.

via New York Post|
#dr-loomis#entertainment#halloween
Boise drive-by shooting: two teens arrested in fatal case
local1 month ago

Boise drive-by shooting: two teens arrested in fatal case

Boise police say they have arrested 18-year-old Ulisses Macareno and a 17-year-old juvenile in connection with a drive-by shooting outside a Boise house party that left 22-year-old Destiny Gonzalez dead. Investigators allege the juvenile fired the weapon and Macareno was driving; Macareno is charged with Murder 1 – aiding and abetting, while the juvenile faces first-degree murder charges. The investigation remains ongoing.

via KBOI|
#boise#destiny-gonzalez#drive-by-shooting
Teen’s cannabis-induced vomiting uncovers rare brain disorder
health1 month ago

Teen’s cannabis-induced vomiting uncovers rare brain disorder

A 15-year-old developed a life-threatening brain condition, Wernicke encephalopathy, caused by thiamine deficiency from prolonged vomiting linked to cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome after cannabis use. He lost 25–30 pounds, showed cognitive and movement issues, and initial imaging missed the diagnosis. With IV and oral thiamine and cessation of cannabis, his symptoms improved within a day and he recovered; the case highlights rare neurological risks of CHS in teens and the potential for underdiagnosed thiamine deficiency.

via New York Post|
#cannabinoid-hyperemesis-syndrome#health#marijuana-use
Australia’s Teen Social-Media Ban Isn’t Stopping The Scroll
technology1 month ago

Australia’s Teen Social-Media Ban Isn’t Stopping The Scroll

New data from Qustodio show Australia’s 2025 ban on under-16 social media hasn’t meaningfully reduced use; teens continue to access TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat, with initial dips but usage returning to pre-ban levels and 10–15-year-olds remaining highly active online, fueling ongoing debate over bans versus safeguards like Meta’s proposed under-18 limits (2 hours, overnight blocks, and school-hours restrictions).

via Business Insider|
#australia#esafety#qustodio
China’s Exam Pressure Pushes Teens Toward Online-Purchased Prescription Drugs
world1 month ago

China’s Exam Pressure Pushes Teens Toward Online-Purchased Prescription Drugs

Chinese teenagers facing intense academic pressure are increasingly using prescription medications obtained online to escape reality, sometimes in dangerous overdoses. While authorities have tightened controls on cough suppressants and other drugs, access persists through chat groups and unregulated channels. The issue highlights a broader youth mental-health crisis in China, with government plans to expand support by 2030 amid a shortage of child psychiatrists. Experts stress the importance of family dialogue and accessible mental-health services to address the underlying anxiety driving this trend.

via BBC|
#china#exam-pressure#mental-health
NJ Teens Steal $220K G Wagon, Spark Hours-Long Police Chase That Ends in Fatal Crash
us-news1 month ago

NJ Teens Steal $220K G Wagon, Spark Hours-Long Police Chase That Ends in Fatal Crash

Four New Jersey teens allegedly stole a $220,000 2024 Mercedes-Benz G Wagon, prompting hours of police pursuit that ended when the vehicle crashed head-on into a Hyundai in Mays Landing, killing two occupants. The teens were captured and charged with conspiracy to commit aggravated assault, joyriding and eluding police; the victims, Robert Barr Jr., 54, and Alice Stilwell, 67, longtime couple from Egg Harbor Township, were described as beloved family members. One teen, 18-year-old Nayshaun Brown, and three minors were in the vehicle; authorities have not publicly identified the driver.

via New York Post|
#car-chases#car-crashes#carjacking