In a quiet Ohio suburb, a 15-year-old honor student was shot and killed inside an apartment, and...
Madison Cates
Madison Cates is the founder and publisher of Crime Authority, an independent news and information website focused on crime reporting, law enforcement activity, and court proceedings.
With over 10 years of experience in digital publishing, Madison has led and contributed to high-traffic news and lifestyle platforms covering breaking news, public records, and developing stories. Her work emphasizes responsible reporting, accuracy, and clarity — particularly in stories involving ongoing investigations or legal matters.
As publisher, Madison oversees editorial standards, source verification, and corrections to ensure coverage remains fair, factual, and transparent. She is committed to distinguishing allegations from confirmed facts and updating stories as new information becomes available.
Madison is based in the United States and operates Crime Authority independently.
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A Minnesota family dinner ended in a killing so brutal that even seasoned investigators struggled to describe...
A Minnesota family dinner ended in a killing so brutal that even seasoned investigators struggled to describe...
Four Utah siblings who vanished over Thanksgiving after a court-ordered visit with their mother have been found...
A Texas drunk driving case that stunned even veteran investigators has ended with a 15 year prison sentence....
A Texas drunk driving case that stunned even veteran investigators has ended with a 15 year prison sentence....
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