Todd Betzold
Multi-Media Editor/WriterTodd is a Multi-Media Editor/Writer for Empire Media Group. Todd has been creating a variety of content for over 13 years and his first paid writing job was covering the first season of The Voice! He has become obsessed with pop culture since then, including his love for everything true crime. Based out of Michigan with his partner and fur baby Luka, Todd enjoys movies, streaming too much Netflix and spending too much time at the casino!
More From Todd Betzold
Could Spiders' Web-Making Skills Lead to Cure for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Diseases?
Scientists believe replicating spiders' silk-making process could lead to the cure of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases.
FPD Top News of the Week: Toddler Beat to Death Over Potty Training Issues; Man Accused of Plotting Murder of Mother's Killer; and More
Top news of the week features 4-year-old boy beat to death over potty training issues; man accused of plotting the death of his mother's killer; and more.
Ohio Mother Accused of Lying About Her Child’s Cancer, Stealing Thousands of Dollars in Donations
Ohio mother is accused of lying about her child's cancer and then taking thousands of dollars in donations from local charities.
'Deeply Distressing': Texas Man Kills Elderly Parents After Mother Tries to Give Him Sleeping Pill, Cops Say
Texas man allegedly got into fight with his mother over a sleeping pill then he fatally shot both his parents, cops said.
Woman Uses Laptop to Tell Police She Was Being 'Held Against Her Will' by Houston Rapper in Garage for Years: Affidavit
A woman used a laptop to notify police she was kidnapped and being held captive in a garage for years by a Houston rapper, police said.
Putin Payback? Body of Russian Editor Found Next to Ex-Husband's as Puzzling Journalist Deaths Continue
A main person involved in spreading Vladimir Putin’s messages is dead. It’s the second death of a journalist in a few days.
California Woman Accused of Fatally Stabbing Her Mother While Streaming on Facebook Live
A California woman allegedly fought with and stabbed her mother, which was all caught on Facebook Live, according to police.
From Extinction to Conservation: Inside the Remarkable Return of Kenya's Giant Ground Pangolin After 47 Years
The giant ground pangolin is out of nature’s closet in East Africa. Yet that move could be dangerous due to animal trafficking.
‘I F***** My Life Up!’: 3 Arrested in Connection with Fatal Shooting of Florida Domino’s Delivery Driver During Attempted Robbery
Three people were arrested in Florida after they allegedly fatally shot a pizza delivery guy during an attempted robbery, police said.
A 4-Year-Old Indiana Boy Had Problems Potty Training. He Was Beat and Tortured to Death, and His Parents Are Now in Prison.
A 4-year-old boy in Indiana was tortured and beaten to death over potty training. Now, his mother will spend over 40 years behind bars.
Welcome Earthlings: NASA Reveals How You Could Go to Moon in 2024
NASA is inviting people to add their names to a list that will land on the moon as part of an upcoming mission.
Florida Woman Sends Ex Video of Her Abusing Their Baby, Complains She's 'Stuck with This Thing Until She Dies': Police
Florida woman allegedly sent video to her ex showing her hitting her child, said she was 'stuck with this thing until she dies,' cops say.
Accident or Sabotage? Mysterious Massive Power Outages Plague Russia, Including at Top-Secret Bullet Factory
At least two people are dead after power stations broke down in the early Russian winter, leaving hundreds of thousands without heat.
Bling Fling: Eruptions of Diamonds May Have Blasted Gem-Rich Magma from Earth's Depths
Researchers have discovered that volcanic explosions rich with diamonds spew from the Earth's surface as supercontinents break apart.
Putin Concealing Secret Russian City More Radioactive Than Chernobyl Since Catastrophic Nuclear Disaster: Reports
Vladimir Putin is said to be hiding a secret city more radioactive than Chernobyl deep inside Russia’s mountains.
Dolce Discovery: Neolithic Ship Cargo, Ancient Artifacts Found in Italy Near Roman Emperor's Bathing Area
Divers from the Naples police force in Italy discovered what they believe to be submerged remains dating back to Roman Emperor Tiberius.
Man Arrested in Connection with Murdered Elderly Mississippi Widow Whose Body Was Set on Fire
An elderly woman in Mississippi was allegedly raped, murdered and set on fire by man who was arrested one week after crime spree, police said.
Philly Mom, Boyfriend Accused of Murder After Telling Family Her Still-Missing Son, 4, Killed by Car: Cops
A 4-year-old boy is still missing, but police say his mother and her boyfriend have been charged with his murder.
'Plastistone' Panic: Scientists Alarmed Over Bizarre New Plastic-Infused Rocks Showing Up Worldwide
A strange form of rock-plastic hybrids have shown up on 11 continents. They are said to have originated from melted plastics.An Alabama Mother Took Her 5-Year-Old Son for a Haircut. Then, He and the Barber Were Both Shot.
A 5-year-old boy allegedly went to a home in Alabama for a haircut. Then, police say he was fatally shot outside the residence.
On the Outs? Two Newly Approved Presidential Candidates to Challenge Putin's Vice-Like Grip on Russia
The National Election Commission of Russia has registered two candidates going up against Putin in the upcoming 2024 elections.
‘World of Warcraft' Leads Cops to Florida Man Accused of Hiding Underage Ohio Girl He Met Playing Game Online: Cops
Man in Florida accused of driving to Ohio to pick up teen girl he met online with plans of hiding her in his home until he married her.
‘I Can’t Feel My Fingers’: How a 13-Year-Old Gamer Became First Human to ‘Beat’ Classic Video Game Tetris
A 13-year-old video gaming prodigy has become the first human to 'beat' the classic Nintendo block-stacking game Tetris.
North Carolina Suspect Accused of Plotting Murder of Dump Truck Driver Who Killed Mother in Collision: Cops
North Carolina man accused of solicitation to commit murder after he allegedly tried to hire someone to kill his mother's murderer, authorities claim.
Worth $633 Million? Emission-Free 'Earth 300' Superyacht 'Self-Sufficient City' for Scientists and VIP Guests
An ambitious nuclear-powered superyacht named Earth 300 which is designed to unite science and luxury, is set to make its debut soon.
Suspected Thief of Over $8,000 Worth of Tools from Colorado Plumbing Store Caught Trying to Use Uber as Getaway Car: Cops
Colorado man accused of stealing over $8,000 worth of tools from plumbing store and then calling Uber for a ride.
Water War: Ukraine's New Sea Drones Present Invisible and Lethal Challenge to Putin's Naval Dominance
A video has emerged of Ukraine's newest fire spitting sea drone ferociously engaging a Russian warship in the Black Sea.
Pair Described as 'Loving Moms' Killed, Baby Injured During Altercation with Man Over State Assistance Card
An Illinois woman and her cousin were fatally shot by her boyfriend during an argument over a state cash assistance card, officials said.
Going Nuclear: North Korean Dictator Kim Jong-un Warns His Military May ‘Thoroughly Annihilate’ U.S. and South Korea
Kim Jong-un has stated that the armed forces of North Korea should 'thoroughly annihilate' the U.S. and South Korea if provoked.
Louisiana Man Dies While Trying to Protect Mom Injured 'Beyond Recognition' by Her Boyfriend, Sheriff Says
Louisiana man and the family dog killed while allegedly trying to defend mother from her boyfriend's attacks, cops say.
Pennsylvania Father Kills Wife and Teenage Son Before Stabbing Himself to Death: Report
A father in Pennsylvania fatally stabbed his teenage son and wife before turning the knife on himself, police said.
Chicago Man Accused of Breaking Order of Protection, Killing Ex-Girlfriend in Front of Her Children: Police
A man in Chicago has been arrested after he allegedly broke the PPO against him and fatally shot his ex in front of her kids, police said.
California Child Out for Bike Ride Dies After 10-Year-Old Boy Shoots Him with Stolen Gun — 'He Still Had a Whole Life to Live'
A 10-year-old boy in California is being accused of taking his father's stolen gun and using it to fatally shoot a child out riding his bike, cops say.
Sudden and Rare Change in Mars' Atmosphere Raises Possibility of Similar Occurrence on Earth, Scientists Say
In a rare interaction with the sun, Mars' atmosphere tripled due to solar wind interaction that forces it all into one space.
FPD Top News of the Week: Woman Accused of Running Down Porch Pirate; Cops Say Teen Killed Family in Home Invasion Hoax; and More
Top news of the week features woman accused of running down a porch pirate; California teen accused of killing his parents; and more.
Depriving Disease: New Study Reveals Powerful Way to Possibly Help Prevent Alzheimer's
A new study found that 4,000 steps a day can help prevent Alzheimer's disease. Researchers noted a link to the brain and body.
Burning Mad: Pastor Tries to Shove Wife’s Co-Worker’s Head Into McDonald’s Fryer for ‘Disrespecting Her:’ Cops
A pastor in North Carolina is accused of trying to shove his wife's co-worker's head into a deep fryer after 'disrespecting her.'
WWIII Risk on Rise: Russians Consider Retaliation Against UK Military Over Black Sea Attack
A political scientist who supports Russia President Vladimir Putin has called for the leader to attack the British military.
A Pennsylvania Man Grew Jealous of His Ex's New Love. So He Broke Into Her House and Killed Her Boyfriend.
Pennsylvania man sentenced after he broke into his ex-girlfriend's apartment and opened fire, killing her new boyfriend.
From Martian Rocks to 'Eco-Friendly Breakthroughs' on Earth: Mineral Found on Mars Could Help Save Our Planet
Researchers at the University of Sussex have revealed the potential that a mineral on the surface of Mars presents for life on the planet.
Oceans to Outer Space: How Researchers Plan to Use Humpback Whale ‘Conversation’ to Decode Alien Messages
Researchers had a 20-minute 'conversation' with a humpback whale in a breakthrough they say can be used to decode alien messages.
California 14-Year-Old Boy Arrested for Killing Parents, Wounding Sister in Home Invasion Hoax: Sheriff
A California teen is accused of killing his parents and injuring his sister after calling 911 to report a home invasion.
Moses or Meteorological Mayhem? Study Reveals Forces That May Have Parted Red Sea, Including One Mentioned in Bible
The Bible says God parted the Red Sea. A report by two British scientists has a new explanation about that.
MH370 Found? Naval Officer Reveals Stunning New Theory About Missing Malaysia Airlines Flight
A former naval officer involved in the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 claims that the pilot deliberately crashed the aircraft.
Widening War: Putin Labels West as Russia's ‘Real Enemy,' Threatens to ‘Deal With’ Both U.S. and NATO
Russian President Vladimir Putin has upped his anti-West rhetoric and threatened the U.S. and its allies directly for helping Ukraine.
'Onward and Upward': NASA Reveals Plans for Men on Mars, Journey to Jupiter's Moon
NASA's plans for 2024 include lunar exploration missions, flights to the International Space Station and upgrades in spacecraft technology.
California Murder Suspect Who Accused Woman of Stealing Package Got in Car and Ran Her Over: Police
A woman in California has been charged with murder after she allegedly rammed her vehicle into a possible porch pirate, killing the victim, police said.
Evolving Earth: Scientists Predict African Continent to Split, Possibly Forming New Ocean
Scientists say Africa is gradually breaking apart in a process that will unfold over millions of years and form a new ocean.
Mississippi Mother, Her Boyfriend Charged With Capital Murder After 1-Year-Old Boy Dies from ‘Massive Amount of Trauma': Cops
A Mississippi mother and her boyfriend have been charged with capital murder in the beating death of her 1-year-old son, police said.
New War Worries: South Korean President Urges Troops to 'Smash' North Korean Enemy, Shoot First, Report Later if Attacked
South Korea's President Yoon told the Fifth Army Infantry Division to 'immediately retaliate in response' if attacked.