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Was The ‘Mad Gasser Of Mattoon’ A Poison-Wielding Maniac — Or A Mass Delusion?

The "Mad Gasser of Mattoon" allegedly attacked more than two dozen Illinois townspeople in 1944, but many now believe this disturbing episode was actually a case of mass hysteria.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 23, 2022

Was The ‘Mad Gasser Of Mattoon’ A Poison-Wielding Maniac — Or A Mass Delusion?

The "Mad Gasser of Mattoon" allegedly attacked more than two dozen Illinois townspeople in 1944, but many now believe this disturbing episode was actually a case of mass hysteria.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 23, 2022

Inside The Disturbing History Of The Texas Killing Fields And All The Murders That Remain Unsolved

Since 1970, up to 30 young women have gone missing along a stretch of Interstate 45 between Houston and Galveston known as the Texas Killing Fields — and police believe some of them could be the victims of a single unknown serial killer.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 23, 2022

Inside The Disturbing History Of The Texas Killing Fields And All The Murders That Remain Unsolved

Since 1970, up to 30 young women have gone missing along a stretch of Interstate 45 between Houston and Galveston known as the Texas Killing Fields — and police believe some of them could be the victims of a single unknown serial killer.

By Austin Harvey • November 23, 2022

33 Chilling Photos Taken Inside The Homes Of The Worst Serial Killers In History

From the everyday suburban dwelling of BTK Killer Dennis Rader to mad preacher Gary Heidnik's basement pit full of sex slaves, these serial killers' houses are some of the most disturbing places you'll ever see.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 21, 2022

33 Chilling Photos Taken Inside The Homes Of The Worst Serial Killers In History

From the everyday suburban dwelling of BTK Killer Dennis Rader to mad preacher Gary Heidnik's basement pit full of sex slaves, these serial killers' houses are some of the most disturbing places you'll ever see.

By All That's Interesting • November 21, 2022

A Foot Was Found Floating In A Yellowstone Thermal Pool Last Summer — And Officials Just Identified It

The circumstances surrounding death of 70-year-old Il Hun Ro of Los Angeles are unknown, but Yellowstone officials do not suspect foul play.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 18, 2022

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A Foot Was Found Floating In A Yellowstone Thermal Pool Last Summer — And Officials Just Identified It

The circumstances surrounding death of 70-year-old Il Hun Ro of Los Angeles are unknown, but Yellowstone officials do not suspect foul play.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 18, 2022

27 Photos That Illustrate The Devastating History Of Smallpox

For thousands of years, smallpox ravaged populations around the world, killing 30 percent of those it infected — until Edward Jenner discovered a vaccine in 1796 that eventually helped lead to the disease's eradication in the 1970s.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 17, 2022

27 Photos That Illustrate The Devastating History Of Smallpox

For thousands of years, smallpox ravaged populations around the world, killing 30 percent of those it infected — until Edward Jenner discovered a vaccine in 1796 that eventually helped lead to the disease's eradication in the 1970s.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 17, 2022

The Shocking True Story Of Larry Hoover And The Gangster Disciples

The founder of Gangster Disciples, Chicago gang leader "King Larry" Hoover only grew his empire after he was sentenced to prison in 1973.

By Genevieve Carlton • Nov 17, 2022

The Shocking True Story Of Larry Hoover And The Gangster Disciples

The founder of Gangster Disciples, Chicago gang leader "King Larry" Hoover only grew his empire after he was sentenced to prison in 1973.

By Genevieve Carlton • November 17, 2022

The Harrowing Journey Of Dave Kunst, The First Man To Walk Around The World

Setting out on June 20, 1970, Dave Kunst walked 14,450 miles around the Earth — but not without experiencing hardships along the way.

By Kaleena Fraga • Nov 15, 2022

The Harrowing Journey Of Dave Kunst, The First Man To Walk Around The World

Setting out on June 20, 1970, Dave Kunst walked 14,450 miles around the Earth — but not without experiencing hardships along the way.

By Kaleena Fraga • November 15, 2022

Inside The Rise And Fall Of Atlantic City In 33 Startling Photos

Once called "America's Playground," Atlantic City has become engulfed with crime and corruption — and the seeming death spiral of its casinos.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 14, 2022

Inside The Rise And Fall Of Atlantic City In 33 Startling Photos

Once called "America's Playground," Atlantic City has become engulfed with crime and corruption — and the seeming death spiral of its casinos.

By Austin Harvey • November 14, 2022

The Wild Story Of John Wesley Hardin, Perhaps The Most Ruthless Outlaw Of The Old West

John Wesley Hardin killed his first man when he was just 15, and went on to kill as many as 44 as a gunfighter and outlaw in the Wild West during the late 19th century.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 14, 2022

The Wild Story Of John Wesley Hardin, Perhaps The Most Ruthless Outlaw Of The Old West

John Wesley Hardin killed his first man when he was just 15, and went on to kill as many as 44 as a gunfighter and outlaw in the Wild West during the late 19th century.

By Austin Harvey • November 14, 2022

‘Be Sure To Wear Flowers In Your Hair’: 33 Pictures Of The Summer Of Love In San Francisco

Known as "The Summer Of Love," thousands of young people flocked to San Francisco in 1967 to experience music, free love, and hallucinogenic drugs.

By Erin Kelly • Nov 13, 2022

‘Be Sure To Wear Flowers In Your Hair’: 33 Pictures Of The Summer Of Love In San Francisco

Known as "The Summer Of Love," thousands of young people flocked to San Francisco in 1967 to experience music, free love, and hallucinogenic drugs.

By Erin Kelly • November 13, 2022

The Bloody Story Of Sam DeStefano, The Torture-Loving ‘Mad Hatter’ Of The Chicago Mob

Samuel "Mad Sam" DeStefano was one of the Mafia's fiercest loan sharks — and he was so deranged that the Chicago Outfit refused to initiate him as an official member.

By Neil Patmore • Nov 13, 2022

The Bloody Story Of Sam DeStefano, The Torture-Loving ‘Mad Hatter’ Of The Chicago Mob

Samuel "Mad Sam" DeStefano was one of the Mafia's fiercest loan sharks — and he was so deranged that the Chicago Outfit refused to initiate him as an official member.

By Neil Patmore • November 13, 2022

Large Piece Of The Destroyed Challenger Space Shuttle Found On The Ocean Floor

When the Challenger exploded just after takeoff on January 28, 1986, all seven crew members died while millions of Americans watched on TV.

By Austin Harvey • Nov 12, 2022

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Large Piece Of The Destroyed Challenger Space Shuttle Found On The Ocean Floor

When the Challenger exploded just after takeoff on January 28, 1986, all seven crew members died while millions of Americans watched on TV.

By Austin Harvey • November 12, 2022