Rapist Cop Daniel Holtzclaw Convicted, Fine for Speeding in D.C. Raised to $1,000, How to Hack ISIS: A.M. Links
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Ex-Oklahoma police officer Daniel Holtzclaw has been convicted of raping or sexually assaulting eight women from the neighborhood he patrolled, whom he targeted because they had been arrested for crimes such as prostitution or petty theft. Though sentencing isn't until January 21, the jury is recommending 263 years.
- Anonymous has published a "noob guide" on how to hack ISIS.
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