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Disturbing Number of Missouri Kids Have Recently Gone Missing
I'm not certain why there appears to be a sudden uptick of Missouri kids that have gone missing, but it's certainly a disturbing turn of events. I frequently share updates on Missouri kids who's families do not know their whereabouts in the hopes that by getting their information out there quickly will increase the chance that they will return home safely. That's why I check the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children often to keep track of how Missouri kids are doing. I was in a bit of disbelief when I saw that there are a half-dozen Missouri children who have been reported missing in just the past 3 or 4 weeks. The names of each of these kids is linked to more detailed information about the last time they were seen and where they are from.
Doxing And Swatting On The Rise In Parts Of Illinois, Iowa And Wisconsin
A growing trend not just in larger parts of the Midwest, but the entire United States has the FBI warning parents about online privacy. It seems like kids know way more about the internet than we do. Sadly with that knowledge comes confidence. Kids may feel safe online thinking they know it well. This can lead to them accidentally releasing information about themselves. This information leak can then result in doxxing, or even worse... swatting.
Dry & Comfortable Through the Workweek
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) -It’s a pleasant morning across Eastern Iowa with temperatures in the low to mid 60s with a clear sky. We’ll have mostly sunny sky today with highs climbing into the low to mid 80s. It will also be a bit muggy for the end of the weekend with dew points in the mid 60s. Perfect for spending some time outside. Overnight, lows will drop into the upper 50s with a mostly clear sky.
Nice Weather This Evening, A Quiet Week Ahead
OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - A quiet evening sets the tone for the weather we can expect this upcoming work week. Overnight, our lows drop into the upper 50s and low 60s under mostly clear skies. Monday brings another day of pleasant weather as our highs reach the upper 70s and low 80s with sunny skies. This is how most of the work week is expected to play out, with partly cloudy to mostly sunny skies each day and temperatures reaching the upper 70s to low 80s. Low temperatures and dew points are both in the mid 50s to low 60s, so we can expect comfortable air for the upcoming week. Changes arrive towards the end of the week and next weekend, as we see a return of more humid air and warmer temperatures, with highs climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s.
Doxing And Swatting On The Rise In Parts Of Illinois, Iowa And Wisconsin
A growing trend not just in larger parts of the Midwest, but the entire United States has the FBI warning parents about online privacy. It seems like kids know way more about the internet than we do. Sadly with that knowledge comes confidence. Kids may feel safe online thinking they know it well. This can lead to them accidentally releasing information about themselves. This information leak can then result in doxxing, or even worse... swatting.
Viral Iowa State Fair Pie-Eating Kid Champion Receives More Pies From a Central Iowa Bakery
BONDURANT, Iowa (KCCI) - 8 year-old Zack Lucas, an Iowa State Fair pie-eating champion, is still enjoying his moment in the spotlight, KCCI’s Jodi Long reported. This weekend, Lucas and his family went to Home Slice Handmade Pies in Bondurant to pick out some pies. Lucas’ interview on Thursday...
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