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Oregon Becomes The First State To Legalize Hallucinogenic Mushrooms

The state's legalization of psilocybin is a historic breakthrough for advocates of alternative treatments, but don't expect it to go the way of recreational cannabis anytime soon.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 6, 2020

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Oregon Becomes The First State To Legalize Hallucinogenic Mushrooms

The state's legalization of psilocybin is a historic breakthrough for advocates of alternative treatments, but don't expect it to go the way of recreational cannabis anytime soon.

By Natasha Ishak November 6, 2020

The True Stories Behind The ‘Rooftop Koreans’ Who Took Up Arms During The L.A. Uprising

As turmoil roiled in Los Angeles in April 1992, Korean store owners were abandoned by the LAPD and forced to fend for themselves. The results were disastrous.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 5, 2020

The True Stories Behind The ‘Rooftop Koreans’ Who Took Up Arms During The L.A. Uprising

As turmoil roiled in Los Angeles in April 1992, Korean store owners were abandoned by the LAPD and forced to fend for themselves. The results were disastrous.

By Natasha Ishak November 5, 2020

Ex-Florida Con Charged In Scheme To Dognap Pitbull For $25,000 Ransom

After robbing the victim's house and stealing his dog, ex-con Jeffrey Parris texted the victim a series of threats — that were sent straight to the police.

By Marco Margaritoff Nov 5, 2020

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Ex-Florida Con Charged In Scheme To Dognap Pitbull For $25,000 Ransom

After robbing the victim's house and stealing his dog, ex-con Jeffrey Parris texted the victim a series of threats — that were sent straight to the police.

By Marco Margaritoff November 5, 2020

Meet Boston Corbett, The Man Who Took Credit For Shooting John Wilkes Booth

After John Wilkes Booth killed Abraham Lincoln, Union soldier Thomas "Boston" Corbett was sent to Virginia with orders to capture Booth alive. He shot and killed him instead.

By Morgan Dunn Nov 4, 2020

Meet Boston Corbett, The Man Who Took Credit For Shooting John Wilkes Booth

After John Wilkes Booth killed Abraham Lincoln, Union soldier Thomas "Boston" Corbett was sent to Virginia with orders to capture Booth alive. He shot and killed him instead.

By Morgan Dunn November 4, 2020

33 Colorized Jim Crow Pictures That Depict The Real Brutality Of American Racism

From segregation laws to white supremacist terrorism, discover the horrific history of the Jim Crow era in these newly colorized photos.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 4, 2020

33 Colorized Jim Crow Pictures That Depict The Real Brutality Of American Racism

From segregation laws to white supremacist terrorism, discover the horrific history of the Jim Crow era in these newly colorized photos.

By Natasha Ishak November 4, 2020

When Did Native Americans Get The Right To Vote? Inside The Little-Known History Of Indigenous Voter Suppression

After Native Americans became U.S. citizens with the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924, the government allowed states to decide whether or not to guarantee them the vote.

By Natasha Ishak Nov 3, 2020

When Did Native Americans Get The Right To Vote? Inside The Little-Known History Of Indigenous Voter Suppression

After Native Americans became U.S. citizens with the Indian Citizenship Act of 1924, the government allowed states to decide whether or not to guarantee them the vote.

By Natasha Ishak November 3, 2020

The Harrowing Story Of The Whaleship ‘Essex’ That Inspired ‘Moby Dick’

After the whaleship "Essex" was sunk by a vengeful sperm whale, its crew was left on the high seas for 90 days — causing them to resort to cannibalism.

By Genevieve Carlton Nov 2, 2020

The Harrowing Story Of The Whaleship ‘Essex’ That Inspired ‘Moby Dick’

After the whaleship "Essex" was sunk by a vengeful sperm whale, its crew was left on the high seas for 90 days — causing them to resort to cannibalism.

By Genevieve Carlton November 2, 2020

These Halloween Decorations Are So Gruesome That Neighbors Keep Calling The Cops

Dallas artist Steven Novak went all out to make this year's Halloween decorations as spooky as possible. No fog machines or cobwebs — just murder, blood, and guts.

By Marco Margaritoff Oct 29, 2020

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These Two Juvenile Raccoons Just Broke Into A Bank In California To Steal Cookies

"They were in the break room eating a tin of almond cookies. I guess they struck gold."

By Natasha Ishak October 26, 2020

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Oregon Becomes The First State To Legalize Hallucinogenic Mushrooms

Oregon Becomes The First State To Legalize Hallucinogenic Mushrooms

The True Stories Behind The ‘Rooftop Koreans’ Who Took Up Arms During The L.A. Uprising

The True Stories Behind The ‘Rooftop Koreans’ Who Took Up Arms During The L.A. Uprising

Ex-Florida Con Charged In Scheme To Dognap Pitbull For $25,000 Ransom

Ex-Florida Con Charged In Scheme To Dognap Pitbull For $25,000 Ransom

Meet Boston Corbett, The Man Who Took Credit For Shooting John Wilkes Booth

Meet Boston Corbett, The Man Who Took Credit For Shooting John Wilkes Booth

33 Colorized Jim Crow Pictures That Depict The Real Brutality Of American Racism

33 Colorized Jim Crow Pictures That Depict The Real Brutality Of American Racism

When Did Native Americans Get The Right To Vote? Inside The Little-Known History Of Indigenous Voter Suppression

When Did Native Americans Get The Right To Vote? Inside The Little-Known History Of Indigenous Voter Suppression

The Harrowing Story Of The Whaleship ‘Essex’ That Inspired ‘Moby Dick’

The Harrowing Story Of The Whaleship ‘Essex’ That Inspired ‘Moby Dick’

These Halloween Decorations Are So Gruesome That Neighbors Keep Calling The Cops

These Halloween Decorations Are So Gruesome That Neighbors Keep Calling The Cops

Meet Geraldine Ferraro, The First Woman To Run For Vice President On A Major Party Ticket

Meet Geraldine Ferraro, The First Woman To Run For Vice President On A Major Party Ticket

These Two Juvenile Raccoons Just Broke Into A Bank In California To Steal Cookies

These Two Juvenile Raccoons Just Broke Into A Bank In California To Steal Cookies