Crime Blogs
Ya see, this Life we’re livin’ in, it’s a real dirty game. It’s all about treachery, back-stabbin’, and bloodshed. But I gotta admit, it’s kinda mesmerizin’ watchin’ it all from the outside. So here’s the deal; every week, we’re gonna toss in a fresh article ‘about some notorious events, shine a light on some real interestin’ folks, and teach ya on things ya never even knew existed. And ‘cause we’re talkin’ about “Crime & Cocktails” here, we ain’t forgettin’ the drinks, my friend. So grab a seat, raise your glass, and let’s dive into this twisted world together. Salut!
A Wartime Opportunist When Charlie “Lucky” Luciano was locked away in 1937, his underling Vito Genovese knew the heat was on. New York’s relentless prosecutor...
William Gallagher: A Brief and Controversial Legacy in Nevada’s Gaming History The Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) was established to ensure the integrity of...
In a tale as unexpected as it was fascinating, the infamous Los Angeles racketeer Mickey Cohen and the renowned evangelist Billy Graham formed an unlikely friendship. At...
Few figures in the annals of criminal history have embodied the cunning audacity and moral bankruptcy of John Factor, infamously known as “Jake the Barber.”...
Thomas Wright “Fats” Waller was no stranger to the spotlight. Born on May 21, 1904, in Harlem, New York, Waller became a towering figure in the jazz and swing...
On January 10, 1952, an event steeped in grandeur and divine reverence unfolded in Rome. Pope Pius XII blessed two gold crowns encrusted with 500 diamonds and other...
On a grim autumn night in October 1954, the shadow of judgment loomed over Albert Anastasia as the Newark courtroom pulsed with tension. Presided over by the stern...
102-11 Queens Blvd. in Forest Hills September 22, 1966 What’s the big f’in deal, huh? Families go out for a fancy dinner every damn night, and that’s...