by John Walsh

A serial predator is on the loose in Reno, Nevada. He’s already murdered one young victim – 19-year-old Brianna Denison – and DNA evidence connects him to at least two other sexual assaults. As investigators worked to identify this monster, they ran into a huge roadblock. Detectives thought that there might be more attacks linked to the same suspect – and that the predator might be someone who lready has a criminal record. In Nevada, as in most states, every convicted felon must submit a DNA sample. But here’s the problem: in Washoe County, where Reno is located, an estimated 3000 DNA samples were sitting on a shelf, waiting to be analyzed and added to the database. Lack of funds to do all the work had created the backlog. Whether the killer’s DNA was among those 3000 samples – or if they contained evidence matching him to yet another case – the police had no way of knowing. Private citizens, unwilling to accept that, helped raise $160,000 so that the backlog could be cleared. Unfortunately, the answers police needed weren’t in there. Continue reading John Walsh: It’s Time For A National DNA Data Bank »

We’ve all heard the old adage that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But when we’re late for work or just about to miss the school bus, a glass of orange juice seems to be enough to tide us over until lunchtime, even though it isn’t.

A healthy breakfast not only refuels your body but sets your blood sugar (glucose) level for the day, giving you the energy necessary to operate physically and mentally all day. The Mayo clinic reports that people who eat breakfast — especially a healthy breakfast — are more likely to control their weight, have better concentration, feel stronger and lower their cholesterol. Continue reading Rise And Shine: Don’t Forget Breakfast »

According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), as many as 9 million Americans are victims of some form of identity theft every year. Whether conned into a phishing scam, visiting a malicious website, or having your mail stolen from your mailbox, there are hundreds of ways that lowlifes can take advantage of you and grab your personal information.

Criminals like AMW Fugitive Kurt Sohrbeck, a crook who cops say stole identities and thousands of dollars by making charges in other people’s names, are looking for ways to rob you of your identity, drain your bank account, and ruin your credit. Continue reading Outsmart Scammers: Be On Guard Against Identity Theft »

Splinters: they might be a tiny sliver of wood, glass, or metal, but they’re a huge menace when they get embedded under the surface of your skin. To help prevent splinters, always wear heavy gloves when working with wood, glass, or metal. And remember, splinters can become infected if left under the skin for too long, so your best bet is to get them out right away. Continue reading Removing a Splinter »