Recently at the Shadyside High School, an arrangement was held involving a man accused of molesting multiple children. In reality this is probably a wonderful learning experience for many teens to see in person how things work in the land of the law. Yet, I question the impact this had on students.

Stalking defined is a repeat pattern of unwanted attention. Stalking is a crime that affects over one million people each year. Every year approximately one million women and 400,000 men are victims of stalking. Do you know how to stay safe?

Missouri has a new law this Halloween requiring registered sex offenders to stay inside between 5 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., turn off house outside lights, and post a sign on their door stating they are not giving out candy.

John Evander Couey received three life sentences and one death sentence for the abduction, rape, and murder of 9-year-old Jessica Lunsford. Since Jessica’s death, Mark Lunsford has been working to change the laws for sex offenders who violate their release obligations.Learn how you can help.