teens
Coverage of teens in the Nexus archive.
- 16 teens, young adults charged with trespassing at Congress Theater in Logan Square: Chicago police
Chicago police reported that 16 teens and young adults were charged with criminal trespassing. The charges took place at Congress Theater, which is located in Logan Square on North Milwaukee Avenue.
- Woke Canadian woman who slapped teens for wearing MAGA clothing ordered to be DEPORTED by judge
A Canadian woman was ordered to be deported by a judge for slapping teenagers who were wearing MAGA clothing. The incident involved the woman targeting the teens for their political apparel.
- Teens force swan to vape, post the evidence online
Two teens allegedly removed a lure from a swan's neck and force-fed it a vape, which they then posted online. Prosecutors have accused the pair of this act.
- Two teens arrested following $80K+ Wailea retail theft
Two teens were arrested following a retail theft in Wailea on July 28, 2026, where they stole luxury items valued at over $80,000.
- Opinion: E-bikes, e-scooters are a burgeoning pediatric public health emergency
The article highlights that e-bikes and e-scooters are causing more severe injuries in children and teens compared to traditional childhood activities like biking or skateboarding, which previously resulted in less serious injuries. This rise in electric devices is described as a growing pediatric public health emergency.
- Trusting stranger, 35, accepted a ride from teens he didn't know... only to be brutally murdered in most senseless way, distraught family says
A 35-year-old man accepted a ride from unknown teens and was brutally murdered in a senseless incident, according to his distraught family. The family described the killing as senseless and expressed their grief over the tragedy.
- Teen driving safety program headed to Richmond Raceway for the weekend
A teen driving safety program is taking place at Richmond Raceway this weekend, teaching lifesaving behind-the-wheel safety skills to teens and their guardians.
- Next Step to Success to begin construction on $40 million campus at DePaul site this fall
Next Step to Success, a Norfolk nonprofit, will begin construction this fall on a $40 million campus at the DePaul site. The facility is designed to serve up to 400 teens through a multi-phase development.
- 2 teens accused in drowning of another foster child living in councilman's home: officials
Two teens are accused of drowning a foster child in the home of a South Carolina councilman. Authorities state the councilman was asleep during the incident.
- Don’t shame your teens about their AI use
Teens are using AI more than adults realize, and shame is causing this use to be hidden. Open conversations and curiosity are presented as safer approaches than banning AI.
- Gen Z daredevils are taking deadly risks exploring abandoned buildings and scaling bridges — all for online clout
Gen Z individuals are engaging in dangerous activities like exploring abandoned buildings and scaling bridges to gain online attention. This trend is driven by a desire for social media clout.
- 3 teens arrested in NJ acid attack that left 6 injured, officials say
Three teens in Jersey City, N.J., have been arrested for an acid attack that injured six women with sulfuric acid burns. Officials stated the suspects, aged 13 to 15, are accused of throwing sulfuric acid at the victims.
- 3 teens arrested after acid attack on 6 women in New Jersey
Three teens were arrested in New Jersey following an acid attack that targeted six women. The incident occurred in Jersey City, as indicated by a police detective's badge reference.
- Doctors issue warning over massively popular toy that’s hospitalizing children with excruciating injuries
Doctors warn that a massively popular toy is causing severe injuries in children and teens, leading to hospitalizations with burns requiring treatments like skin grafts and medically-induced comas. The toy's popularity has been linked to excruciating pain and severe medical interventions.
- Florida man pulls pistol on teens who mistakenly fired water pellet gun at his car
A Florida man pulled a pistol on teenagers who mistakenly fired a water pellet gun at his car. A Port St. Lucie police officer questioned the man's decision to point a gun at the teens.
- Fireworks, fights and cops on horses: 400 arrested at Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach
At a Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach, 400 people were arrested after police on horseback charged into crowds of mostly teens, following incidents involving fireworks and fights.
- Fireworks, fights and cops on horses: 400 arrested at Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach
400 people were arrested during a Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach involving fireworks, fights, and police on horseback. Eyewitness footage showed police on horses charging into a crowd primarily composed of teenagers.
- Australia toughens social media ban
Australia doubled penalties for social media companies violating the under-16 user ban as teens circumvent restrictions using methods like fake mustaches and VPNs. A study found little change in social media use post-ban, suggesting it may not improve teen mental health.
- Drug-spiked water jug caused teens to overdose in L.A. juvenile hall, lawsuit alleges
Several teens overdosed in an L.A. County juvenile hall after a water jug spiked with drugs was passed around. A federal civil rights lawsuit alleges the incident occurred last year.
- Drug-spiked water jug caused teens to overdose in L.A. juvenile hall, lawsuit alleges
Several teens overdosed in an L.A. County juvenile hall last year after a teen passed around a water jug spiked with drugs, according to a federal civil rights lawsuit.
- Unsupervised youth, teens are trashing Henrico parks, getting into fights, police say
Unsupervised youth and teenagers are damaging Henrico County's parks and engaging in fights, according to officials. Police report incidents involving property damage and altercations among minors.
- Banning social media for teens: solution or overreaction?
A new study reveals one in seven teens in the EU spends over eight hours daily on screens. The article questions whether banning social media is an effective solution to this issue.
- Livingston police warn teens to stay out of abandoned Livingston Mall amid uptick in trespassers
Livingston police are warning teens to avoid the abandoned Livingston Mall due to an increase in trespassers. Toni Yates reports from Livingston.
- Teacher accused of sexually abusing six teens and posting on OnlyFans broke her house arrest 85 times, prosecutors say
A teacher is accused of sexually abusing six teens and posting content on OnlyFans, prosecutors allege she violated house arrest 85 times.
- Teens seen hanging out of Waymo in busy Santa Monica traffic
Dramatic photos show teenagers hanging on the side of a Waymo vehicle during rush hour traffic in Santa Monica. The incident occurred in a busy area, highlighting potential safety concerns.
- WATCH: Teens struggle to find summer jobs
A report predicts teen employment this summer may reach the lowest level since 1948, when the U.S. government began tracking the data. Teens are struggling to find summer jobs, raising concerns about historical employment trends.
- 11 injured in violent clash between teens, officers at Bronx juvenile facility
A violent clash between teens and officers at a Bronx juvenile facility left 11 people injured. The incident occurred in Mott Haven, as reported by Sonia Rincon.
- Michigan sees sharp increase in Nitrous Oxide-related emergencies
Michigan is experiencing a sharp rise in emergencies linked to nitrous oxide use. The substance, often referred to as 'whippets,' is being abused by teens and young adults, resulting in increased hospitalizations.
- Video shows teens riding dirt bike through mall
Two teens were taken into custody after riding a dirt bike through Coastal Grand Mall in Myrtle Beach, S.C., as captured on video. The incident involved crashing into a kiosk, with police quickly apprehending them and no injuries reported.
- Dolores Park hill bomb teens push judge to take lawsuit against S.F. to jury
A lawsuit against San Francisco over the Dolores Park hill bomb incident is being pushed to a jury by the plaintiffs, who claim all facts are contested. A federal judge requires both sides to agree on facts to resolve the case, but the plaintiffs disagree with the city's position.
- Canada vows to restrict social media for kids under 16. Teens say they'll 'always find a way'
Canada has announced plans to restrict social media access for children under 16. Teens have responded by stating they will 'always find a way' to bypass these restrictions.
- Wild brawl breaks out as hundreds of teens descend on SoCal beach
A wild brawl erupted at a Southern California beach as hundreds of teens gathered, with teen girls in bikini tops exchanging punches. Local residents called the police to report the incident.
- Indiana man allegedly pulls gun on teens after they called him 'cute,' police say
An Indiana man is facing charges after allegedly pointing a gun at teenagers who called him 'cute.' The incident involved the man confronting the teens following the verbal interaction.
- WATCH: Police issue warning over criminal groups recruiting teens for violent crimes
Authorities warn that criminal groups in Europe are recruiting teens online for violent crimes such as killings, bombings, and abductions. Police report this trend is spreading to the U.S.
- 5 teens killed in crash in Santa Maria; alcohol may have played a role, police say
Five teens were killed in a crash in Santa Maria. Police suspect the vehicle may have been speeding and alcohol may have contributed to the incident.
- Despite a competitive market, finding a summer job is highly beneficial for teens
Teenagers encountering a competitive and tough labor market can still gain significant personal benefits from securing summer jobs. The article highlights the challenges in the market but emphasizes the substantial advantages for teens.
- Urgent appeal after group of teens punch, kick and spit at Elizabeth line passengers in lawless London
A group of teens physically assaulted and spat at passengers on the Elizabeth line in London. The incident has prompted an urgent appeal for action.
- We were just teens when we tried cocaine... all it took was one time to get hooked and derail our 'perfect' lives
The article discusses how trying cocaine as teenagers led to addiction and disrupted their lives. It highlights the negative consequences of drug use among teens.
- N.S. seeing an increase in teens with long-lasting psychosis due to high-potency cannabis
Nova Scotia is experiencing an increase in teens developing long-lasting psychosis linked to high-potency cannabis use. Clinicians at Halifax's IWK Health Centre report that symptoms in young patients persist longer even after ceasing cannabis use.
- California teens desperate for summer work hit a wall as unemployment doubles national average
California teens seeking summer work are encountering high unemployment, with a 23.3% unemployment rate in April, double the national average.