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Amy Fisher, The High School Student Who Shot Her Lover’s Wife And Became Known As The ‘Long Island Lolita’

In May 1992, 17-year-old Amy Fisher showed up at the front door of her lover Joey Buttafuoco and confronted his wife Mary Jo about their affair — then shot her in the head.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 27, 2024

Amy Fisher, The High School Student Who Shot Her Lover’s Wife And Became Known As The ‘Long Island Lolita’

In May 1992, 17-year-old Amy Fisher showed up at the front door of her lover Joey Buttafuoco and confronted his wife Mary Jo about their affair — then shot her in the head.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 27, 2024

The Astonishing Story Of Marion Stokes, The Woman Who Spent Over 30 Years Recording Every Minute Of U.S. Television

Beginning in 1979, former librarian Marion Stokes privately recorded broadcasts from multiple televisions at once, 24 hours a day, eventually accumulating a startling 71,000 tapes of television history.

By Austin Harvey • Apr 26, 2024

The Astonishing Story Of Marion Stokes, The Woman Who Spent Over 30 Years Recording Every Minute Of U.S. Television

Beginning in 1979, former librarian Marion Stokes privately recorded broadcasts from multiple televisions at once, 24 hours a day, eventually accumulating a startling 71,000 tapes of television history.

By Austin Harvey • April 26, 2024

‘A Time Capsule’: Centuries-Old Cherry Bottles Unearthed At George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate

The cherries at Mount Vernon were found in large green bottles and were probably buried between 1758 and 1776.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 26, 2024

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‘A Time Capsule’: Centuries-Old Cherry Bottles Unearthed At George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate

The cherries at Mount Vernon were found in large green bottles and were probably buried between 1758 and 1776.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 26, 2024

Who Is JonBenét Ramsey’s Older Brother — And Why Do Some Believe He Killed Her?

Though many have suspected JonBenét Ramsey's parents of murdering her in 1996, others believe her brother Burke is responsible.

By Kaleena Fraga • Apr 24, 2024

Who Is JonBenét Ramsey’s Older Brother — And Why Do Some Believe He Killed Her?

Though many have suspected JonBenét Ramsey's parents of murdering her in 1996, others believe her brother Burke is responsible.

By Kaleena Fraga • April 24, 2024

The Incredible Story Of Frank Hamer, The Texas Lawman Who Brought Down Bonnie And Clyde

Sometimes referred to as the "greatest lawman of the 20th century," former Texas Ranger Frank Hamer not only took on Bonnie and Clyde but also the KKK and lynch mobs.

By Austin Harvey • Apr 23, 2024

The Incredible Story Of Frank Hamer, The Texas Lawman Who Brought Down Bonnie And Clyde

Sometimes referred to as the "greatest lawman of the 20th century," former Texas Ranger Frank Hamer not only took on Bonnie and Clyde but also the KKK and lynch mobs.

By Austin Harvey • April 23, 2024

How Lucky Luciano Became The Godfather Of American Organized Crime

Charles "Lucky" Luciano organized the many warring factions of New York City's underground into five crime families — and put himself at the helm of it all.

By Carly Silver • Apr 23, 2024

How Lucky Luciano Became The Godfather Of American Organized Crime

Charles "Lucky" Luciano organized the many warring factions of New York City's underground into five crime families — and put himself at the helm of it all.

By Carly Silver • April 23, 2024

The Story Of Whitey Bulger, From Mob Boss To FBI Informant To Fugitive

From 1978 to 1995, James "Whitey" Bulger reigned as boss of the Winter Hill Gang in Somerville, Massachusetts — while secretly working with the FBI.

By Mark Oliver • Apr 23, 2024

The Story Of Whitey Bulger, From Mob Boss To FBI Informant To Fugitive

From 1978 to 1995, James "Whitey" Bulger reigned as boss of the Winter Hill Gang in Somerville, Massachusetts — while secretly working with the FBI.

By Mark Oliver • April 23, 2024

How Jimmy Keene Helped The FBI Put Suspected Serial Killer Larry Hall Behind Bars For Good

Jimmy Keene was facing a 10-year prison sentence on a conspiracy charge in 1998 when the FBI asked him to go undercover and get Larry Hall to admit to murder.

By Amber Morgan • Apr 22, 2024

How Jimmy Keene Helped The FBI Put Suspected Serial Killer Larry Hall Behind Bars For Good

Jimmy Keene was facing a 10-year prison sentence on a conspiracy charge in 1998 when the FBI asked him to go undercover and get Larry Hall to admit to murder.

By Amber Morgan • April 22, 2024

The Story Of Frank Costello, The Legendary Mob Boss Who Inspired ‘The Godfather’

Luciano family boss Frank Costello survived gang wars, police scrutiny, and an assassination attempt while becoming one of history's wealthiest mobsters.

By Katie Serena • Apr 22, 2024

The Story Of Frank Costello, The Legendary Mob Boss Who Inspired ‘The Godfather’

Luciano family boss Frank Costello survived gang wars, police scrutiny, and an assassination attempt while becoming one of history's wealthiest mobsters.

By Katie Serena • April 22, 2024

The Story Of Carlos Marcello, The New Orleans Mob Boss Who Claimed He Ordered President Kennedy’s Assassination

Known as "The Godfather" of the New Orleans Mafia, Carlos Marcello was a prime target of President Kennedy's campaign against organized crime.

By Neil Patmore • Apr 21, 2024

The Story Of Carlos Marcello, The New Orleans Mob Boss Who Claimed He Ordered President Kennedy’s Assassination

Known as "The Godfather" of the New Orleans Mafia, Carlos Marcello was a prime target of President Kennedy's campaign against organized crime.

By Neil Patmore • April 21, 2024