Teenagers
Coverage of Teenagers in the Nexus archive.
- Waymo video could determine charges after teens' bizarre California ride
Police are waiting for video from Waymo to determine if two teenagers accused of drinking alcohol and firing an Orbeez gun from inside a self-driving vehicle will face additional charges. The incident occurred in San Mateo, California, and a Waymo representative contacted police following the event.
- Metz sentenced for shooting teenager taking homecoming photos in 2024
Metz was sentenced for shooting a teenager who was taking homecoming photos in September 2024. The incident occurred after his girlfriend called to inform him about two teenagers on the property seeking a spot for photos.
- 2 teens detained after causing 'trouble' in Waymo vehicle in California
Two 15-year-olds were detained after causing 'trouble' in a Waymo self-driving SUV in California. They were reported to be drinking and 'shooting' from inside the vehicle, prompting a response from the San Mateo Police Department.
- Teenagers among 7 people injured in 2 shootings on same Garfield Park block, police say
Teenagers were among seven people injured in two shootings on Chicago's West Side, specifically on the Garfield Park block, according to police. The incidents occurred early Sunday.
- Melbourne stabbing: teenagers arrested after boy left outside Craigieburn hospital dies
A 15-year-old boy died after being left outside Craigieburn Community hospital in Melbourne with suspected stab wounds. Two teenagers were arrested in connection to the incident.
- Delivery driver hits teens on e-bike who ran stop sign
A delivery driver struck two teenagers riding an e-bike in Boulder on Monday afternoon after they ran a stop sign, according to police.
- BRPD identifies man killed in shooting on Osceola Street
A fight between teenagers resulted in a fatal shooting that killed one person and injured four others in Baton Rouge on June 27. BRPD identified the man killed in the incident on Osceola Street.
- Alameda beach 'takeover' sparks concern
Community activists and East Bay residents are urging action to prevent a potential beach takeover by teenagers in Alameda, following a recent violent incident at Crown Memorial State Beach where two people were shot. Concerns have risen over safety and the recurrence of such events.
- The battle for a French-owned beach...in Sussex: Moment teenagers scale fence to cool off in the sea - after firm stopped locals using it for 18 years
Teenagers in Sussex scaled a fence to access a French-owned beach, which a company has restricted for 18 years. The incident highlights a long-standing conflict between locals and the private entity over beach usage.
- Chicago teens tell City Council lack of youth spaces fuels teen takeovers
Chicago teenagers urged City Council to invest in free, safe, and welcoming youth spaces, arguing that the lack of such options contributes to teen takeovers.
- Teens seen hanging out of Waymo in busy SoCal traffic
Teens were photographed hanging on the side of a Waymo vehicle during rush hour in Santa Monica. The incident occurred in busy Southern California traffic.
- 5 San Jose residents arrested for East Bay car burglaries
Five San Jose residents, including two teenagers, were arrested in Livermore for breaking into cars. The incident occurred at 2:30 a.m. on June 18 when multiple residents called 911 to report masked burglars breaking into vehicles. Police surrounded an area near Holmes Street.
- Teens attack man on train who asked them to turn down their music, shocking video shows
A man on a Sydney train asked teenagers to turn down their music, leading to a violent attack by the group. A viral social media video captured the incident, which left witnesses terrified.
- Jury watches heartbreaking video of teen dancing with friends moment before boat crashes, kills her
A jury viewed a video of a teenager dancing with friends moments before a boat crash that killed her. The boat operator was described as driving at full speed through a narrow channel while teenagers on board had consumed alcohol.
- The theme park designers using neuroscience to make rides feel extra scary - and why teenagers feel it more than other ages
Theme park designers are using neuroscience to enhance the scariness of rides. The article explains why teenagers experience these rides as more intense compared to other age groups.
- The theme park designers using neuroscience to make rides feel extra scary - and why teenagers feel it more than other ages
Theme park designers use neuroscience to create scarier rides, with teenagers experiencing these effects more intensely than other age groups.
- Tributes paid to 'beautiful' young woman, 18, allegedly killed after being hit by teenagers in stolen digger
An 18-year-old woman described as 'beautiful' was allegedly killed after being hit by teenagers in a stolen digger. Tributes have been paid to the young woman.
- Two teenagers arrested after BB gun shootings injure two downtown
Two teenagers were arrested in Downtown Nashville following two BB gun shootings that injured two people. The incidents occurred in the downtown area, and the suspects are now in custody.
- Shocking number of teens say they’ve been targeted by AI nudes: ‘It is disturbingly easy’
A survey by George Mason University researchers found that 33% of 557 teenagers reported having a sexualized AI-generated image of them shared without consent. The study highlights the ease with which AI technology can be misused to create and distribute non-consensual explicit content targeting minors.
- DMV Data: More teens pass driving test than adults in Colorado
An analysis of Colorado DMV data revealed that teenagers pass driving tests at a higher rate than adults, and more individuals pass the driving test compared to the written test. The findings were compiled in a report by Zutobi, a driver's education app.
- Carry on scrolling: Ministers admit teenagers will 'inevitably' find ways to get round Labour's 'rushed' social media ban
Ministers admit teenagers will inevitably find ways to bypass Labour's rushed social media ban. The government acknowledges the challenge of enforcing the ban.
- Two teenagers arrested after girl critically injured in loading vehicle incident
Two teenagers were arrested after a girl was critically injured in a loading vehicle incident. The incident occurred in the Chalkwell Park area of Southend.
- What is meningitis B and why is a vaccine only being offered to some teenagers?
The article explains that meningitis B is a disease for which a vaccine is being offered to specific groups of teenagers and some young people, rather than universally. It highlights the reasons behind the targeted vaccination approach.
- Teens caught on video riding e-bikes through aisles of Walmart in Orange County
Two teenagers were recorded riding e-bikes through the aisles of a Walmart store in Orange County. The incident was captured on video, drawing attention to the unusual behavior in a retail setting.
- Two teenagers arrested for climbing Tacoma Narrows Bridge
Two teenagers were arrested for climbing the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. They are expected to face charges of criminal trespassing and obstruction of law enforcement.
- Chicago crime: 14 shot, 1 killed overnight in separate incidents, CPD says
Fourteen people were shot overnight in Chicago, with one person killed, in separate incidents. Multiple teenagers were among those injured, according to the Chicago Police Department.
- 'Zero-tolerance': Naperville police make nine arrests, issue dozens of citations during teen takeover
Naperville police arrested nine people, including eight teenagers, and issued dozens of citations during a reported teen takeover. The event was part of a zero-tolerance approach to address the planned teen activity.
- Sick new TikTok challenge sends kids to hospital for Benadryl overdose
A dangerous TikTok challenge is causing teenagers to be hospitalized due to Benadryl overdose, with doctors noting the rapid increase in cases.
- Facing a threat to their privilege, Democrats call on Black men to sacrifice their careers
Democrats are asking Black men to sacrifice their careers amid a perceived threat to their privilege. Critics argue this is a leadership failure as teenagers are being asked to bear the costs without adequate support.
- Another Labour U-turn? Minister says teenagers might NOT get full minimum wage before 2030 as businesses warn move will fuel youth jobs crisis
A minister indicates teenagers may not receive the full minimum wage before 2030, contradicting earlier Labour promises. Businesses warn the delay could exacerbate a youth jobs crisis.
- Two teenagers died after car plunged into river and was 'fully submerged' while three passengers escaped with injuries, inquest hears
Two teenagers died after their car plunged into a river and was fully submerged, while three passengers escaped with injuries, according to an inquest.
- Chicago sees at least 25 shot over Memorial Day weekend as police cancel officers' days off
At least 25 people were shot in Chicago over Memorial Day weekend, including four teenagers on the West Side. A 33-year-old man was also shot in North Austin. Police canceled officers' days off as part of the Summer Safety Strategy, while Mayor Brandon Johnson urged parents to monitor their children.
- Belgium: Train collides with school bus, several dead
A train collided with a school bus near a town close to Brussels, Belgium, resulting in at least four deaths, including two teenagers. The accident marks a tragic incident involving transportation safety and child casualties.
- ‘A tsunami of harm’: views on tackling online safety for under-16s in the UK
The UK government is consulting on stricter online safety measures for children under 16, including potential bans on social media platforms or restrictions on addictive features like infinite scrolling. Campaigners, legislators, and experts are pushing for stronger action despite the existing Online Safety Act, with a submission deadline approaching.
- Meta settles bellwether social media addiction case with Kentucky school district
Meta has settled a bellwether social media addiction case brought by Breathitt County School District in Kentucky. The school district had accused Meta of fueling social media addiction among teenagers and contributing to a public health crisis.
- Police ask for help in Texas shooting that killed 2 teens, wounded 10
Two teenagers were killed and ten others wounded in a shooting at a Texas apartment complex at 2 a.m. Saturday. Police are seeking public assistance to identify the two suspects who opened fire.
- Teenagers' addiction to vapes is linked to bad behaviour says expert
An expert links teenagers' addiction to vapes with an increase in bad behavior, raising concerns over adolescent vaping habits.
- Teenagers terribly injured after freak bed-jumping accident sends them plunging 30 feet to the ground
Two teenagers sustained severe injuries after a bed-jumping accident caused them to fall 30 feet to the ground. The incident was described as a freak occurrence with no prior indication of danger.
- Rapist who deliberately infected five young men and two teenagers, aged 15 and 17, with HIV is jailed
A man was jailed for intentionally infecting five young men and two teenagers aged 15 and 17 with HIV through sexual assault. The court recognized the deliberate nature of the crime, emphasizing the severe harm caused to the victims.
- At least 2 teens killed after fight ends in gunfire near North Carolina middle school
Two teenagers were killed and several others injured in a shooting near a middle school in North Carolina on Monday morning. The incident followed a fight and was reported by CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul.