In 1984, Sergeant Bob Allanese arrested Richard Ramirez, also known as the Night Stalker, for stealing a car. However, a judge later released him on the promise to return to court, allowing Ramirez to continue his reign of terror. It wasn't until a fingerprint was left at the scene of a crime that the police were able to identify and apprehend Ramirez, leading to his conviction and sentencing to death. [... more]

The Protestant Reformation emphasized the centrality of God, God's glory, and God's sovereignty in salvation, rejecting the Catholic Church's focus on tradition, ritual, and the cult of saints. Key doctrines of the Reformation include justification by faith alone, the authority of Scripture, and the forensic view of justification. The reformers disagreed on various issues, including the nature of God, the law, and church discipline, leading to different branches of Reformed theology, such as Calvinism and Lutheranism. [... more]

Human trafficking victims often go unnoticed, even in healthcare settings. Heidi Olson, a forensic nurse, shares her expertise on recognizing and responding to trafficking cases, and discusses the importance of policy and legislation in supporting victims. [... more]

Artificial intelligence is changing the rules of warfare, affecting nearly every aspect of our lives. Meanwhile, a team of scientists at the National Fish and Wildlife Forensics Laboratory in Oregon is working to solve crimes against animals, using forensic science to identify and track down poachers. In other news, the role of a free press will be critical in the upcoming presidential election, and legendary composer Stephen Sondheim's musical Merrily We Roll Along is back on Broadway. Additionally, best-selling author Hernan Diaz discusses his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel Trust, and economist Robert Reich weighs in on the recent government shutdown. [... more]

The doctrine of justification by faith alone is central to Reformed Theology, asserting that a person is justified before God through faith in Christ, not through their own righteousness or merit. This concept is rooted in the idea that God is both just and justifier, and that He declares people just while they are still sinners, based on the righteousness of Christ. [... more]

The doctrine of justification by faith alone is central to Reformed Theology, as it reveals how we are redeemed and stand before God. This concept, rooted in the Bible, emphasizes God's declaration of a person's righteousness, not their own merit. The Reformers, including Martin Luther, saw this doctrine as crucial, and it has been rediscovered as the good news of the gospel, which is the focus of this week's study on Renewing Your Mind. [... more]

The doctrine of justification by faith alone is central to Reformation theology, and it remains critical for believers today. This doctrine emphasizes that salvation comes through faith in Christ, not through good works or human merit. The Protestant view of justification is synthetic, meaning that God declares us righteous based on the righteousness of Christ, which is imputed to us. This concept is distinct from the Roman Catholic view, which is analytical, meaning that God declares us righteous based on our inherent righteousness. [... more]

J. Warner Wallace discusses the bodily resurrection of Christ, the swoon theory, and the mortis triad, arguing that it's impossible to mistake an unconscious body for a dead one. He also examines the conspiracy theory that the disciples stole the body and fabricated the resurrection story, highlighting the challenges of maintaining a successful conspiracy over a long period of time and the lack of motive for the disciples to lie. [... more]

The doctrine of justification by faith alone is a central tenet of Christianity, answering the question of how an unjust person can survive the final judgment of a just and holy God. This doctrine, rooted in the teachings of Martin Luther and the Reformation, emphasizes God's mercy and justice in declaring people just while they are still sinners. [... more]

A closer look at Melania Trump's influence on her husband's decisions, Joe Biden's vice presidential pick, and the challenges faced by the nation's military leaders in achieving racial equality. Meanwhile, a documentary explores the lives of everyday dads, and a forensic pathologist speaks out against the pressures he faced in his work. [... more]

A caregiver and their husband are at risk of being vulnerable to a court case due to their lack of financial records and receipts for the 24 hour care service they provided for the husband's difficult person. They are advised to do forensic work and get good legal and accounting counsel to account for every dime of the money spent. [... more]

The reliability of carbon-14 dating methods is called into question when investigating the age of Viking skeletons. Empirical science investigators using radiocarbon dating methods assigned a time frame that contradicts historical records and eyewitness accounts. A closer examination of the assumptions underlying radiocarbon dating reveals that a seafood diet, common among Vikings, can skew the results, leading to incorrect conclusions about the age of the skeletons. This highlights the importance of considering eyewitness reports and reliable witnesses when interpreting physical evidence, particularly in cases involving past events that are no longer visible. [... more]