SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com to stay updated on what’s happening around you. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. According to police, a state trooper was shot during a traffic stop. Organizational leaders are confused about the circumstances. Here’s what we know. What Happened As reported by CBS News, just after midnight today, MayContinueContinue reading “Trooper Shot, Suspect Killed in Expressway Shootout”
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One-Click Audio Corner
Here is your One Click Audio Corner, where you can listen to the True Crime Audio Summaries without clicking multiple links. So, turn on your speakers or headphones and listen while you multitask or commute. These are fully produced by the Editor. Also, you won’t find a link to this page on the main tabContinueContinue reading “One-Click Audio Corner”
Growth Report
The growth of TheReedersBlock (stylized) has been huge, skyrocketing after a Facebook ban. 2025 compared to 2024 engagement was up over 9,000 percent, and this was with the June 2024 Facebook ban. This year, engagement is up over 120 percent compared to last year. So, what did I do? This chart shows our growth overContinueContinue reading “Growth Report”
A Discussion on Teen Takeovers, Violence and Property Damage
Teen takeovers in Chicago have led to 5 police being hit by a teen behind the wheel, an officer being attacked and thousands of dollars in property damage. What is being done to stop these takeovers, and who should be held responsible? This conversation is a deeper dive into those questions and the possible solutions.ContinueContinue reading “A Discussion on Teen Takeovers, Violence and Property Damage”
Man Runs Over, Critically Injures His Wife Over Inheritance
SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com to stay updated on what’s happening around you. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. A man has been ordered detained for critically injuring his wife with a car. The reason behind the attack made the judge block any chance of his freedom while he waits for trial. Here’s theContinueContinue reading “Man Runs Over, Critically Injures His Wife Over Inheritance”
Police Chief Arrested for Stealing and Pawning Suspect’s Gun
SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com to stay updated on what’s happening around you. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. A police chief has been arrested after illegally stealing a gun and pawning it. The bizarre story has people scratching their heads, and the circumstances are unbelievable. Listen to a short summary of this case,ContinueContinue reading “Police Chief Arrested for Stealing and Pawning Suspect’s Gun”
Reflection on Surge in Chicago’s Smash and Grab ATM Robberies
Listen to this audio here produced by the editor. Chicago is seeing a surge in the number of smash and grab robberies using vehicles to ram into businesses. Most recently, criminals used two vehicles to slam through the security bars of Commercial Stop and Shop Food & Liquor for an ATM on May 5 onContinueContinue reading “Reflection on Surge in Chicago’s Smash and Grab ATM Robberies”
Thieves Crash Two Vehicles into Liquor Store for ATM
Screenshot of 89th and Commercial crime scene from CBS News. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com to stay updated on what’s happening around you. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. An Alert A Southside business is in ruins after criminals rammed a vehicle through the store to get to the ATM. The community and localContinueContinue reading “Thieves Crash Two Vehicles into Liquor Store for ATM”
20-Year-Old Arrested for Killing 74-Year-Old Grandfather
Photo of murder suspect Elijah Winsley from Fox News. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. A Briefing Police have confirmed the arrest of a man for the murder of a 74-year-old victim. Here’s what we know so far. Listen to a short summary of thisContinueContinue reading “20-Year-Old Arrested for Killing 74-Year-Old Grandfather”
5 Officers Hit by Car During Teen Takeover
Photo of Teen Takeover scene at Roosevelt and Loomis streets. Screenshot from abc7chicago.com on Instagram. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. Another Teen Takeover in Chicago has led to CPD officers being injured. Reports show that this was one of the wilder takeovers, and residentsContinueContinue reading “5 Officers Hit by Car During Teen Takeover”
Siblings Attack Officer, Leaving Him Critically Injured
Photo from Fox News of siblings Monica Mejia and Michael Sopher accused in attack on an officer. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. In Case You Missed It A brother and sister are in custody after brutally attacking an officer, leading to lifelong injuries. TheContinueContinue reading “Siblings Attack Officer, Leaving Him Critically Injured”
Juvenile Charged in Teen Takeover Shooting
Photo of Teen Takeover crime scene area from ClickOnDetroit.com. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. A Detroit juvenile has been arrested for the shooting of another teen at a Teen Takeover. The events surrounding the shooting has the community enraged. Here’s the full story. WhatContinueContinue reading “Juvenile Charged in Teen Takeover Shooting”
Your Sunday Newsfeed Takeover: Top Trending News Stories You Need to Know About
Here are some of the top recent news stories you need to know about. This is your newsfeed takeover. So, listen to the audios or read the articles to get caught up. From Hyde Park in Chicago to Michigan City, Indiana, this is what’s happening around you. And, as always, this is all human-written work.ContinueContinue reading “Your Sunday Newsfeed Takeover: Top Trending News Stories You Need to Know About”
Man Shoots Deputy in Michigan City Hospital After Deputy Helps Him
Screenshot of hospital Franciscan Health Michigan City where shooting of deputy took place. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. A La Porte County deputy was critically wounded by a suspect after taking him to the hospital. The circumstances are terrible. Listen to a summary ofContinueContinue reading “Man Shoots Deputy in Michigan City Hospital After Deputy Helps Him”
Emeka Ossai is Gaming You
SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This review of Emeka Ossai is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. My site focuses on True Crime and other news, but you all have been asking about Emeka Ossai, the “self-publisher” currently pushing an unbelievable 3-day book-writing/publishing course. Here is an honest review of him and hisContinueContinue reading “Emeka Ossai is Gaming You”
Chicagoans Beat Man, Push Him on Blue Line Train Tracks After He Attacks Woman
Photo of Robert Rhodes-Chambers, accused of pushing woman onto CTA Blue Line train tracks. Photo from cwbchicago.com. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. A man is in custody after police say he pushed a woman onto the CTA’s Blue Line train tracks. Police say BystandersContinueContinue reading “Chicagoans Beat Man, Push Him on Blue Line Train Tracks After He Attacks Woman”
UPS Driver Carjacked by Suspect for Company Vehicle
Crime scene where UPS driver was carjacked. Screenshot from clickondetroit.com. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. A Briefing Carjackings have become a bigger issue, but this one has people doing a double-take, since it involved a UPS driver in the middle of working. Here areContinueContinue reading “UPS Driver Carjacked by Suspect for Company Vehicle”
Man Accused of Killing Officer, Wounding Another, While In Custody Appears in Court
Photo of armed robbery and murder suspect Alphanso Talley from the CPD. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. Full Story A man accused of killing an officer while in custody at a hospital and wounding another is set to appear in court today, Wednesday, MayContinueContinue reading “Man Accused of Killing Officer, Wounding Another, While In Custody Appears in Court”
Short Audio Reflection on Officers Shot in Hospital
Photo of suspect Alphanso Talley, 26, arrested in connection for the attempted murder and murder of two Chicago Police. Photo from the CPD. How does shooting two officers to escape custody make sense? How does it make sense to turn an armed robbery into a First-Degree Murder charge of a police officer? These are someContinueContinue reading “Short Audio Reflection on Officers Shot in Hospital”
Juvenile Charged for Attacking Officer During “Teen Takeover” of Influential Community
SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. Police have announced charges against a juvenile in what’s being called a “takeover” of an influential neighborhood. The charges come as these incidents put more community members on edge. Listen to a short summary of Teen Takeover Leads toContinueContinue reading “Juvenile Charged for Attacking Officer During “Teen Takeover” of Influential Community”
Ragebaiting Social Media Panhandler Arrested for Attempted Murder of Veteran, Father of Three
Ragebaiter Dalton “Chud the Builder” Eatherly, 28. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. A social media influencer known for calling Black people the n-word to incite and record them has been arrested for Attempted First-Degree Murder. The charges come after months of harassment of AfricanContinueContinue reading “Ragebaiting Social Media Panhandler Arrested for Attempted Murder of Veteran, Father of Three”
Thieves Wreck Business Stealing ATM on a Main Street
Screenshot of Stony Island Sub crime scene from cbsnews.com. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. ICYMI: A Briefing Police have confirmed ATM thieves destroyed a business during the theft of an ATM. These attacks on business owners have become more common, but the brazenness ofContinueContinue reading “Thieves Wreck Business Stealing ATM on a Main Street”
ATM Thief Steals Cook County Deputy’s Vehicle, Hits Him with Car During High-Speed Getaway
Screenshot from fox32chicago.com of crime scene near 2800 W. 55th in the Gage Park community. SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. Yesterday, a Cook County deputy was injured in the process of attempting to arrest accused ATM thieves. What was a controlled arrest instantly turnedContinueContinue reading “ATM Thief Steals Cook County Deputy’s Vehicle, Hits Him with Car During High-Speed Getaway”
Criminal Brazenly Robs, Shoots Two Women in West Loop
Screenshot of the crime scene at West Randolph and North Clinton street from abc7chicago.com. Safety Alert: Before You Head Out Tonight SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. Two women are in the hospital after a peaceful late-night walk ended in gunfire. The brazenness of theContinueContinue reading “Criminal Brazenly Robs, Shoots Two Women in West Loop”
When a Store Owner Kills a Teenage Girl
Photo of murderer Soon Ja Du from africanarchives on Instagram. Flashback News Break SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. Police arrived to the store to find a teenage girl lying face down on the floor of a local convenience store. The girl had been shot, andContinueContinue reading “When a Store Owner Kills a Teenage Girl”
Read to Catch Up on This Week’s Top 5 True Crime Stories
Read or listen to these trending articles while you commute or work to catch up on this week’s Top 5 True Crime stories. Below are the human-written stories worth knowing about. It’s been a wild week, from the 18-year-old Sami Mdanat gunning down his own father to the murder of a building maintenance man duringContinueContinue reading “Read to Catch Up on This Week’s Top 5 True Crime Stories”
Suburban Chicago Man Charged with Murdering Maintenance Man
SUBSCRIBE to TheReedersBlock.com for more breaking news. This article is 100% human-written. Don’t miss a beat. Police have confirmed the arrest of a suburban Chicago man for the murder of a maintenance man. The arrest comes after what appears to be a brief run from the law. Listen to Suburban Chicago Man Charged with MurderingContinueContinue reading “Suburban Chicago Man Charged with Murdering Maintenance Man”
Here’s Your 3 Months of Free Spotify Premium, Limited to 3 Subscribers
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