Новият старши треньор на Лудогорец (Разград) опитният норвежец Пер-Матиас Хьогмо беше представен на медиите в София днес, а на срещата той представи част от опита си, а също така и философията си за играта. Бившият национален селекционер на Норвегия говори за практиката на футбола в страната си, а също така изрази и задоволството си от базата и инфластруктурата, на която ще работи. Хьогмо поема отбора от временния наставник Тодор Живондов, който пък повече от две седмици беше начело след уволнението на португалеца Руи Мота. Преди началото на пресконференцията му беше връчена фланелка на тима с номер 1 на гърба и името, изписано на гърба. „За последно бях в България през 2014-а година с националния отбор на Норвегия. За мене е голяма чест да съм в този клуб, който е много популярен в Скандинавия, много известен. Вече видях базата, видях професионализма и не е изненадващо, че е на първо място и 14 години печели титлата. Много ме питат какъв е ключът за тези успехи, но когато видях, разбрах откъде идва всичко“, започна 66-годишният наставник. „Работя на национално ниво от много години. 13 години съм бил национален треньор на мъже, жени и юноши. В Европа съм играл с Тромсьо, Хекен, Розенборг, Молде и намирам за голямо предизвикателство да дойда в голям клуб като този, където заедно с играчите, с екипа, с хората от клуба можем да работим всеки ден. Амбицията е всеки път да играят всеки път и то добре в Европа“. След това той показа, че наистина е зареден с желание за работа. И вече се е запознал защо тимът от Разград изпитва трудности. „Само да ви кажа в 4. 30 вчера дойдох и днес направихме първа тренировка. Както спортният директор Георги Караманджуков каза, ние имаме трудности заради много контузени. Много неща влияят на дневната работа. Трудно е всяка седмица да се играят по два мача. Някои играят по пълни 90 минути, други се сърдят, че не играят. И трябва да се намери баланса. Днес, което видях на тренировката, имаме много интересни играчи с интересни качества. Аз и моят екип искаме да изградим добри връзки, което е най-важното. И те трябва да бъдат свежи и здрави за следващия мач. Голямо предизвикателство е да работя с хора, които искат да се развиват, и всеки ден да стават все по-добри“. „Когато дойдеш в нов клуб, първото нещо е да наблюдаваш. Но искам заедно с тукашната култура и философия и в комбинация с моите да изградим работещ модел. Те са имали успехи, така че трябва да се върнем“. Последва въпрос каква е разликата между футбола в Северна Европа и този на Балканите, като Хьогмо обясни и виждането си защо в Норвегия играта се радва на сериозен прогрес. „Норвегия в момента има пет отбора в турнирите на УЕФА, един от които директно в груповата фаза на Шампионската лига. А също така имаме и топ-играчи. Това е изградено на базата на интензитет на тренировки, знания и много инвестиции в академиите. Също така обучението е на много високо ниво. Разликата е голяма, но единствено трябва да работим ежедневно и да постигнем успехи“. Освен изоставането за титлата, Лудогорец демонстрира отстъпление и в своята кампания в Лига Европа. След мача със Септември, разградчани домакинстват на испанския Селта (Виго). Така че Хьогмо трябва да води тима и срещу този съперник. „Международните мачове винаги са еднакви трябва де се подготвиш за срещи с различна култура, различни системи, а футболът се развива толкова бързо. Така че трябва да се опреш на добрите практики, така е най-добрата подготовка. Но трябва да има комплекност. Ние трябва да избираме играчи, които могат да се справят“. „Моята философия? Контрол върху играта и в двете фази. Да има къса дистанция между линиите и когато загубим топката, да си я върнем. Интензитетът е важен фактор, а също така и тичането. Транзицията е важен фактор в Норвегия, защитата е персонална и се играе човек за човек, с много тичане. Най-важното е когато има единоборства, играчите да се справят. Също така искам да кажа, че в защита трябва да има взаимопомощ. В атака пък трябва да се създават връзките между играчите“, завърши новият треньор на Лудогорец.
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Scary Movie 6 Star Addresses the Status of Cindy and Brenda
Scary Movie 6 star Regina Hall discusses her return to the franchise and the consistent dynamic between Cindy and Brenda. Scary Movie fans already know that the iconic comedy franchise is officially coming back for a sixth installment, and that this time, the beloved duo from the first four installments is finally back at the center of the chaos. Because as of now, the next Scary Movie film, set for a summer 2026 theatrical release, reunites stars Regina Hall and Anna Faris in the roles that helped turn the series into a staple for horror fans who like their scares with an abundance of absurdity. And yes, we’re absolutely thrilled about their return. Speaking with Variety about stepping back into Brenda’s shoes, Hall explained, “I read the script, and it was really funny. I knew what they were intending to do. I always think a work of art is in flux until it’s done and in someone’s hands; you just never know. But the original cast coming back was exciting. Having the Wayans involved again, and Anna Faris too, Brenda can’t live without Cindy. And she’s no better a friend to Cindy this time than she was before, even though they’re still best friends.” She then added, “I think the nostalgia and timing just made it feel right. It was a good time to do something so broad and fun. I read the script and thought, ‘This is funny.’ And I think something is refreshing about doing something a little bit irreverent right now.” Everything We Know About Scary Movie 6 So Far Scary Movie 6 will be the sixth installment in the series, but the fifth to follow Cindy after attempting to revamp the franchise during its fifth installment in 2013. Across those other entries, the franchise became known for sending up major horror hits like Scream, I Know What You Did Last Summer, The Grudge, and a rotating slate of whatever was dominating the genre at the time, blending them together into one long panic attack of sight gags, jump scares, and a non-stop barrage of pop culture riffs. This new installment reunites the Wayans brothers behind the camera and in front of it, with Marlon Wayans and Shawn Wayans back as Shorty Meeks and Ray Wilkins, joined once again by Hall, Faris, and fellow originals Jon Abrahams, Lochlyn Munro, Dave Sheridan, Cheri Oteri, and Chris Elliott. New additions like Damon Wayans Jr and Heidi Gardner round out the ensemble, while director Michael Tiddes takes the helm under the Miramax and Paramount partnership that is backing the revival. With cameras rolling in Atlanta and a wave of familiar faces back in the mix, Scary Movie 6 is already shaping up as a return to form ahead of its theatrical release on June 12, 2026.
https://bleedingcool.com/movies/scary-movie-6-star-addresses-the-status-of-cindy-and-brenda/
NCAA won’t allow athletes or athletic department staff to bet on pro sports after gambling scandals hit NBA and college teams
The move follows a string of high-profile gambling cases that have raised questions about the integrity of competition in college and pro sports. In late October, an NBA coach and player were arrested in a takedown of two sprawling gambling operations, and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier was accused of exploiting private information about players to win bets on NBA games. The NCAA announced two weeks ago that it was revoking the eligibility of six men’s basketball players over allegations of sports betting. And on Friday, the NCAA said former Temple guard Hysier Miller placed dozens of bets on Owls games, including some against his team. The rule change to allow gambling on pro sports would have taken effect on Nov. 1, but under a rarely used rule, each Division I school was given 30 days to vote to rescind the proposal, since it was adopted by less than 75% of the DI cabinet. More than two-thirds of DI members needed to vote to stop the rule change, and that number was reached on Friday. The 30-day period would have ended Saturday. Even if the rule had passed, athletes and athletic department staff would have continued to be banned from any betting on NCAA events. The vote by DI members also applies to Divisions II and III, which had also been poised to allow gambling on pro sports. Such bets will continue to be banned at all three levels. Late last month, Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey sent a note to NCAA President Charlie Baker expressing concerns about the rule change. The two members of the DI cabinet from the SEC had voted in favor of allowing pro sports betting. NCAA enforcement caseloads involving sports betting violations have increased in recent years. There are at least another dozen cases currently being investigated.
https://fortune.com/2025/11/22/ncaa-athletes-athletic-department-staff-betting-pro-sports-gambling-scandals-nba-college-teams/
FanDuel Missouri promo code: Sign up early ahead of Missouri vs. OU, get $400 launch bonus
Missouri sports betting launches on Dec. 1, which means you’ll be able to bet the Tigers soon enough. You’ll want to get ahead of the curve and sign up with FanDuel Missouri ahead of Missouri vs. OU today. Anyone 21+ and located in Missouri doesn’t need a FanDuel promo code to get $100 in bonus bets on launch day, plus get another $300 in bonus bets if you win your first $5 bet. FanDuel Missouri promo code at a glance FanDuel Missouri promo code: How to sign up early and get $400 in bonuses on Dec. 1 FanDuel is not only one of the best online sportsbooks available for Missouri sports betting, but it also has the best sign-up bonus for new customers. No other Missouri sportsbooks offer more than $400 in bonuses, and it’s very simple to claim the FanDuel Missouri welcome offer. Here are the steps to follow: Click any FanDuel Missouri promo code links or “Get Bonus” buttons on this page. You will not need to enter a promo code when you sign up if you click one of those links. Click “Join Now” on the FanDuel registration page and enter your personal information to create an account. Complete the identity and location verification steps. Once you verify you are located in Missouri, you will receive a message confirming that your $100 no-deposit bonus will be in your account on Dec. 1. Make a $5+ deposit so you are ready to place your first bet on Dec. 1. You do not need to wait until Dec. 1 to make a deposit. Place any $5+ bet on Dec. 1 and get another $300 in bonus bets if you win. Use your $300 in bonus bets within seven days (168 hours) so they don’t expire. You have more time (30 days) to use the $100 bonus. How the FanDuel Missouri promo code works Here are a few more important details about the FanDuel Missouri promo code. Early sign-up bonus: $100 no-deposit bonus, which you only get by registering before Dec. 1. Launch day bonus: Bet $5+ on Dec. 1, get $300 in bonus bets if you win. Promo code: No code is required; just click one of the links or banners on this page to claim the offer. Minimum first deposit: $5 Minimum odds for first bet: None Bonus bet structure: $400 lump sum that can be used in any increments (e. g. 40 $10 bets, 20 $20 bets, one $100 bet and six $50 bets, etc.) Bonus bet delivery ETA: $100 no-deposit bonus will be in your account on Dec. 1. $300 bonus will be delivered after a $5 qualifying wager settles as a win. Bonus bets expiration: Seven days (168 hours) after you receive the $300 bonus; 30 days for the $100 bonus Age requirement: 21+ Location requirement: Must be physically located in Missouri (must enable location services to verify) Reasons to sign up early with the FanDuel Missouri promo code FanDuel is the biggest and most popular sportsbook in the U. S. based on factors like market share, active users, and app reviews on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. You can’t go wrong choosing FanDuel as the first Missouri sportsbook you sign up for. Not only does FanDuel have a good argument as the very best sportsbook in Missouri, but it also has the best sign-up bonus. It’s one of the only Missouri sportsbooks offering an additional bonus specifically for signing up early. For example, DraftKings Missouri is offering a similar $300 bonus to new customers in the Show Me State who sign up early and bet $5 on Dec. 1. However, DraftKings is not offering the additional $100 no-deposit bonus that you get by signing up early with the FanDuel Missouri promo code. Beyond its excellent sign-up bonus, FanDuel also offers some of the best promos for existing users, like profit boosts and no sweat bets. FanDuel consistently offers more options for existing user promos than most other sportsbooks. Another great feature at FanDuel Sportsbook is Bet Protect, which refunds your bet in bonus bets if you lose a player prop bet because the player exits the game in the first quarter due to injury. Bet Protect applies only to full-game player prop bets placed before the game begins, and it’s currently available for NFL and NBA games. Top games to bet on Dec. 1 with the FanDuel Missouri promo code Here are some of the first games you can bet on when Missouri sports betting launches at midnight on Dec. 1. NBA: Chicago Bulls vs. Orlando Magic (6: 30 p. m. CT, Peacock) NHL: Anaheim Ducks vs. St. Louis Blues (7 p. m. CT, FanDuel Sports Network) NFL Monday Night Football: New York Giants vs. New England Patriots (7: 15 p. m. CT, ESPN) NBA: Dallas Mavericks at Denver Nuggets (8 p. m. CT) NBA: Phoenix Suns vs. Los Angeles Lakers (9 p. m. CT, Peacock).
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George Pickens Makes Strong Admission on Steelers’ Mike Tomlin
Wide receiver George Pickens is thriving with the Dallas Cowboys this season. Pickens has more receiving yards through 10 games this season than he had in 14 contests last year. He has also set a career high with seven touchdowns. That’s led some pundits to criticize the Pittsburgh Steelers for trading Pickens before the 2025 NFL season. The Steelers sent Pickens to the Cowboys for a 2026 third-round pick. In his most recent admission to the media, Pickens explained he understood the trade and explained he views the Steelers organization very positively. The receiver also suggested he is still on good terms with head coach Mike Tomlin. “I can call up Coach T [Mike Tomlin] right now, and we’d have a real conversation,” Pickens wrote in The Players’ Tribune on Friday. “What I respect about him most is he always told me, ‘Just keep being you, George.’ “It just wasn’t the long-term fit for where my journey was headed, and that’s ok.” George Pickens Speaks out on Steelers Departure Previously, Pickens has indirectly put the Steelers on notice about his exit from the team. In August, the receiver told NFL Network’s Jane Slater that the trade to Dallas “was good for” him. That comment angered Steelers Nation a bit. But Pickens may have not really meant that comment as a diss at the Steelers. The wideout appeared to put those comments in better context while addressing his Pittsburgh tenure in his article this week. “Everything started off so good, too. I had the one-handed catch in my third game, and y’all know the numbers,” Pickens wrote. “Second year, 1, 100 yards. I don’t gotta bore you. “But I was still a kid. I made some mistakes. I’ll own that. I let my emotions get the best of me a few times because I’m always riding that line. That’s just who I am. I’ve tried to learn from it and grow while still being ME.” The Steelers acquired DK Metcalf and signed him to a 4-year, $132 million extension. Pickens wrote that at that time, he knew his time in Pittsburgh was coming to an end. Even then, though, the receiver suggested the two sides remained respectful through the trade to Dallas. “They did right by me,” Pickens added. “They sent me to the perfect spot in Dallas. What more do you want me to say? “There’s no drama, bro. No headlines to write. THey’re doing their things way up there, and I’m down here in Dallas with CeeDee and Dak doing what I do best. Everybody wins.” Pundits stirring hot takes that the Steelers lost the Pickens trade will disagree. Yet, it’s still hard to argue with that sentiment. While the Steelers could use a better WR2 this season, Pickens wouldn’t have been the right fit. In 2025, he would have taken a back seat to Metcalf and the multi-tight end set offense, which likely would have frustrated him to no end. Instead of that potential drama, the Steelers traded Pickens for draft capital that could help the team land a future franchise quarterback. Will Pickens Stay in Dallas? The Steelers clearly didn’t have Pickens in their long-term plans. The question, though, is do the Cowboys plan to keep the receiver beyond 2025? Pickens’ rookie contract will expire at the end of the season. He will be an unrestricted free agent in March. The Cowboys already have about $65 million to the salary cap dedicated to quarterback Dak Prescott and fellow receiver CeeDee Lamb. Spotrac projected Pickens’s market value at $29. 4 million for his average annual salary. Dallas could place the franchise tag on Pickens. According to Over The Cap, though, that would only save the team about $1. 3 million. Pickens seems to have matured over the last year, but he hasn’t been completely drama free in Dallas. Cowboys insider Clarence Hill Jr. reported the receiver didn’t make the team bus last week in Las Vegas. Hill implied that could become a factor in his contract negotiations. Overall, though, there’s been a lot of positivity about Pickens staying in Dallas after this season.
https://heavy.com/sports/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/george-pickens-nfl-news-mike-tomlin/
BTC Price Prediction: Sharp Rebound to $95,000-$100,000 by December 2025
BTC Price Prediction: Technical Setup Points to December Recovery BTC Price Prediction Summary • BTC short-term target (1 week): $88,000-$90,000 (+4-7% from current levels) • Bitcoin medium-term forecast (1 month): $95,000-$100,000 range • Key level to break for bullish continuation: $90,000 resistance • Critical support if bearish: $80,600 (strong support level) Recent Bitcoin Price Predictions from Analysts The latest BTC price prediction landscape reveals a divided analyst community. While CoinLore’s short-term Bitcoin forecast projects a decline to $83,176 by November 23rd, their long-term outlook remains aggressively bullish with a BTC price target of $195,067 by 2026. This stark contrast highlights the uncertainty in current market conditions. Derive. xyz presents a more conservative view, suggesting a 50% probability that Bitcoin will end 2025 below $90,000, with only a 30% chance of breaking $100,000. However, Fundstrat’s Sean Farrell offers the most compelling contrarian perspective, identifying Bitcoin’s approach to a critical value zone that could trigger a sharp rebound. The consensus among these predictions suggests that while near-term weakness is possible, the technical setup increasingly favors a recovery scenario, particularly given Bitcoin’s oversold conditions. BTC Technical Analysis: Setting Up for Oversold Bounce The current Bitcoin technical analysis reveals compelling evidence for an imminent reversal. With the RSI plunging to 22. 49, Bitcoin has entered deeply oversold territory not seen since major market bottoms. Historical analysis shows that RSI readings below 25 have consistently marked significant buying opportunities for BTC. The MACD histogram at -1290. 35 confirms bearish momentum, but the divergence between price action and RSI suggests this selling pressure may be nearing exhaustion. Bitcoin’s position at 0. 02 within the Bollinger Bands indicates the price is hugging the lower band support at $83,869. 92, a classic setup for mean reversion toward the middle band at $97,571. Volume analysis from Binance shows $2. 27 billion in 24-hour trading, indicating sufficient liquidity to support a meaningful bounce. The daily ATR of $4,396. 80 suggests that any reversal could produce significant price movements in either direction. Bitcoin Price Targets: Bull and Bear Scenarios Bullish Case for BTC The primary BTC price prediction scenario targets a recovery to $95,000-$100,000 within 4-6 weeks. This Bitcoin forecast is based on several technical factors converging simultaneously. First, the oversold RSI condition typically resolves with a 15-25% bounce, which would place Bitcoin near $97,000. Second, a reclaim of the 20-day SMA at $97,571 would confirm the reversal and open the path to test the previous consolidation zone. For this bullish scenario to materialize, Bitcoin needs to break above $90,000 decisively, which represents both the immediate resistance and the psychological barrier identified in recent analyst reports. A successful break would likely trigger short covering and renewed institutional buying, potentially driving the BTC price target toward $100,000. Bearish Risk for Bitcoin The alternative scenario sees Bitcoin breaking below the critical $80,600 support level, which could trigger a cascade toward $76,000-$78,000. This bearish Bitcoin forecast would invalidate the oversold bounce thesis and suggest that the current weakness reflects fundamental rather than technical selling pressure. Key risk factors include potential regulatory concerns, macroeconomic headwinds affecting risk assets, and continued outflows from Bitcoin ETFs. If the $80,600 support fails, the next significant level lies near the 52-week low at $76,322, representing a potential 9-10% decline from current levels. Should You Buy BTC Now? Entry Strategy Based on the current Bitcoin technical analysis, a staged entry approach appears optimal. The immediate BTC price prediction suggests waiting for either a bounce from current levels or a break below $80,600 before taking action. For aggressive buyers, initial positions could be established near $83,000-$84,000 with stop-losses below $80,000. Conservative investors should wait for confirmation above $88,000-$90,000 before entering, as this would signal the beginning of the predicted recovery phase. Position sizing should reflect the elevated volatility, with risk management paramount given the conflicting analyst forecasts. Consider scaling into positions rather than making large single entries, particularly given the mixed sentiment in current BTC price predictions. BTC Price Prediction Conclusion The weight of technical evidence supports a medium-confidence prediction that Bitcoin will rebound toward $95,000-$100,000 by late December 2025. The oversold RSI, Bollinger Band positioning, and historical precedent for bounces from these levels provide the foundation for this Bitcoin forecast. However, the $80,600 support level represents the critical make-or-break point for this prediction. A decisive break below this level would invalidate the bullish scenario and suggest deeper weakness ahead. Key indicators to monitor include RSI divergences, volume confirmation on any bounce attempts, and the market’s reaction to the $90,000 resistance level. The timeline for this BTC price prediction to materialize extends through December 2025, with initial confirmation expected within the next 1-2 weeks if the oversold bounce scenario unfolds as anticipated. Image source: Shutterstock.
https://Blockchain.News/news/20251122-price-prediction-btc-sharp-rebound-to-95000-100000-by
Shelter-in-place order lifted for communities near hazardous cargo ship fire in Port of L.A.
A shelter-in-place order that was issued in the wake of a large hazardous container ship fire for some residents of San Pedro and Wilmington on Friday evening has been lifted. The order was issued because the vessel, One Henry Hudson, caught fire around 7:15 p.m. Friday while docked at the Port of Los Angeles. […]
https://ktla.com/news/local-news/shelter-in-place-order-lifted-for-communities-near-hazardous-cargo-ship-fire-in-port-of-l-a/
“Wuthering Heights”: New Poster Is A Homage To Classic Romance Novels
The official trailer for “Wuthering Heights” was released last week, but this week we got a new poster that pays homage to classic romance novels. The lit nerds in your life are going to be mad for the next three months, and you should probably just accept it. When it comes to the works of Emily Brontë, people have big opinions and even bigger feelings, so this new adaptation of Wuthering Heights was always going to draw a lot of criticism. When the first set photos leaked, costume and fashion nerds jumped in to talk about how the clothing did not fit the era of the film at all. The first teaser trailer for the film was released in September, and everyone pitched a fit. Two and a half months later, we have the official trailer, and people are still big mad. There have been plenty of good films that have been sold poorly in trailers, but to say that “Wuthering Heights” will be heading into its opening weekend on the back foot is an understatement unless the conversation around this film shifts dramatically. The team behind this film is a little self-aware, or someone on the team is a little self-aware, because the new poster is a perfect homage to classic bodice rippers. “Wuthering Heights”: Summary, Cast List, Release Date From Warner Bros. Pictures and Academy Award and BAFTA-winning filmmaker Emerald Fennell comes “WUTHERING HEIGHTS,” starring Academy Award and BAFTA nominee Margot Robbie opposite BAFTA nominee Jacob Elordi. A bold and original imagining of one of the greatest love stories of all time, Emerald Fennell’s “WUTHERING HEIGHTS” stars Margot Robbie as Cathy and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, whose forbidden passion for one another turns from romantic to intoxicating in an epic tale of lust, love and madness. The film also stars alongside Oscar nominee Hong Chau, Shazad Latif, Alison Oliver, BAFTA winner Martin Clunes and Ewan Mitchell. Fennell directs from her own screenplay, and produces alongside Oscar nominee and BAFTA award winner Josey McNamara and Robbie. Oscar nominee Tom Ackerley and Sara Desmond are executive producing. Behind the scenes, Fennell worked with such frequent collaborators as Oscar- and BAFTA-winning director of photography Linus Sandgren, Oscar- and BAFTA-nominated production designer Suzie Davies, BAFTA-nominated editor Victoria Boydell, award-winning casting director Kharmel Cochrane and BAFTA-nominated composer Anthony Willis. Oscar and BAFTA winner Jacqueline Durran designed the costumes. Original songs by Charli XCX. Warner Bros. Pictures and MRC Present A Lie Still & LuckyChap Entertainment Production, a film by Emerald Fennell, “WUTHERING HEIGHTS.” Distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, the film will be in theaters nationwide on February 13, 2026, and internationally beginning 11 February.
https://bleedingcool.com/movies/wuthering-heights-new-poster-is-a-homage-to-classic-romance-novels/
Comic books once stoked fears of crime, but a California city wants to confront that history
SACRAMENTO, Calif. On a recent day at Sacramento native Lecho Lopez’s comic shop in the city, his 5-year-old nephew read his first word aloud: “bad.” It was from a graphic novel. There was irony in that being his first word, because Lopez credits comic books with many positive things in his life. That’s why he supports repealing a city ordinance dating back to 1949 that bars the distribution of many comic books to kids and teens. It’s not enforced today. “It’s a silly law,” said Lopez, who has a red-and-black tattoo of the Superman logo on his forearm, in an interview at his store, JLA Comics. “A lot of good things come out of comic books.” A City Council committee unanimously voted this week to advance the repeal and designate the third week of September as “Sacramento Comic Book Week.” It now heads to the full council for a vote. The ban applies to comic books prominently featuring an account of crime that show images of illegal acts such as arson, murder or rape. In the mid-20th century, as comic books were on the rise, fears spread over their impact on children, with some arguing they could lead to illiteracy or inspire violent crime. The industry decided to regulate itself, and local governments from Los Angeles County to Lafayette, Louisiana passed bans to shield certain comics from young people. While some cities like Sacramento still have those laws on the books, they are rarely if ever enforced. Now, proponents of repealing the Sacramento law say it’s necessary to reflect the value of comics and help protect against a modern wave of book bans. Local artist pushes for repeal Comic book author Eben Burgoon, who started a petition to overturn Sacramento’s ban, said comics “have this really valuable ability to speak truth to power.” “These antiquated laws kind of set up this jeopardy where bad actors could work hard to make this medium imperiled,” he said at a hearing Tuesday held by the city council’s Law and Legislation Committee. Sacramento is a great place to devote a week to celebrating comics, Burgoon said. The city has a “wonderful” comic book community, he said, and hosts CrockerCon, a comics showcase at a local art museum, every year. Sam Helmick, president of the American Library Association, said “there is no good reason” to have a ban such as Sacramento’s on the books, saying it “flies in the face of modern First Amendment norms.” The history behind comic book bans The movement to censor comics decades ago was not an aberration in U. S. history, said Jeff Trexler, interim director of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, which fights to protect the free-speech rights of people who read or make comics. New York, for example, created a commission in the 1920s dedicated to reviewing films to determine whether they should be licensed for public viewing, based on whether they were “obscene” or “sacrilegious” and could “corrupt morals” or “incite crime,” according to the state archives. “Every time there’s a new medium or a new way of distributing a medium, there is an outrage and an attempt to suppress it,” Trexler said. The California Supreme Court ruled in 1959 that a Los Angeles County policy banning the sale of so-called “crime” comic books to minors was unconstitutional because it was too broad. Sacramento’s ban probably doesn’t pass muster for the same reason, Trexler said. There’s not a lot of recent research on whether there’s a link between comic books and violent behavior, said Christopher Ferguson, a professor of psychology at Stetson University in Florida. But, he said, similar research into television and video games has not shown a link to “clinically relevant changes in youth aggression or violent behavior.” Comic-book lovers tout their benefits Leafing through comics like EC Comics’ “Epitaphs from the Abyss” and DC’s and Marvel’s collaboration “Batman/Deadpool,” Lopez showed an Associated Press reporter images of characters smashing the windshield of a car, smacking someone across the face and attacking Batman using bows and arrows the kinds of scenes that might be regulated if Sacramento’s ban were enforced. But comics with plot lines that include violence can contain positive messages, said Benjamin Morse, a media studies lecturer at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. “Spider-Man is a very mature concept,” said Morse, who became an “X-Men” fan as a kid and later worked at Marvel for 10 years. “It’s a kid who’s lost his parents, his uncle dies to violence and he vows to basically be responsible.” Lopez’s mother bought him his first comic book, “Ultimate Spider-Man #1,” when he was around 9 years old, he said. But it was “Kingdom Come,” a comic featuring DC’s Justice League, that changed his life at a young age, with its “hyper-realistic” art that looked like nothing he’d ever seen before, he said. He said his interest in comic books helped him avoid getting involved with gangs growing up. They also improved his reading skills as someone with dyslexia. “The only thing that I was really able to read that helped me absorb the information was comic books because you had a visual aid to help you explain what was going on in the book,” Lopez said. And a comic book can offer so much more, Burgoon said at this week’s hearing. “It makes imaginative thinkers,” he said. “It does not make widespread delinquency. It does not make societal harm.”.
https://www.clickorlando.com/entertainment/2025/11/22/comic-books-once-stoked-fears-of-crime-but-a-california-city-wants-to-confront-that-history/
Unidentified victim dead in double shooting Friday night in Loop
An unidentified man was pronounced dead Friday night in a shooting that left an 18-year-old man seriously wounded in the Loop neighborhood, Chicago police said. Around 10: 40 p. m., officers responded to a call of someone shot in the 100 block of South Dearborn Street and found two victims struck by gunfire. The first victim suffered multiple wounds to the body, and was taken to Northwestern Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead. An 18-year-old man suffered a wound to a leg and was taken to the same hospital where he was listed in serious condition, police said. No one was in custody and detectives were investigating.
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