A hockey coach has been arrested on suspicion of sexually abusive actions against a minor. Police are urging any potential victims to come forward and report their experiences.

Delfi: Hockey Coach Arrested for Sexually Abusive Actions Against a Minor; Victims…

A hockey coach has been arrested on suspicion of committing sexual offenses against a minor, and authorities are calling for any potential victims to report their experiences.

TVNET: Hockey Coach Arrested for Sexual Assault; Police Seek Potential Victims

Police have arrested a hockey coach on suspicion of sexual assault and are urging any potential victims to come forward.

Jēkabs Straume has retired as the Director of the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB), effective August 1st. Ineta Cīrule, the Deputy Head for Investigative Affairs, has been appointed as the interim director, taking over duties from August 2nd.

Pietiek: KNAB, ENAP, VID Under Prosecution: How Many Officials Have Been Caught?

This article reports on investigations and potential prosecutions involving the Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB), the State Police (ENAP), and the State Revenue Service (VID), implying a crackdown on officials.

Pietiek: When a Communist's Mouth Moves, They Either Swallow or Lie: What the 'Public'…

This article criticizes Latvia's public media, specifically LSM Panorāma and Odita Krenberga, for allegedly defending politician Leila Rasima. It contrasts this with Lato Lapsa's YouTube videos that expose alleged corruption and ask critical questions.

Pietiek: System Anatomy: How Corruption Reaches Millions in Latvian Medicine

This article investigates corruption within the Latvian healthcare system, detailing how it siphons millions of euros, potentially impacting patient care and access to services.

Journalist Lato Lapsa has published new critical articles, alleging lawlessness within the State Police and questioning the relationship between Interior Minister Jānis Dombrava and Chief of State Police Armands Ruks. This comes as concerns are also raised about the effectiveness of the 'responsive police officer reform' introduced in mid-2022.

Pietiek: Lato Lapsa: Let's See Who Controls Whom - The Minister of the Interior, Ment's…

This article by Lato Lapsa investigates a service inspection initiated by the Minister of the Interior, Jānis Dombrava, suggesting a power struggle or scrutiny related to 'ment' terminology.

Pietiek: Lato Lapsa: The 'Ment' Hook of Ruks, Grišins, and Jašins Has Gone Completely…

Another piece by Lato Lapsa, this article strongly criticizes certain individuals ('Ruks, Grišins, and Jašins') and the State Police's findings regarding social media activity and alleged lawlessness.

Pietiek: The Responsive Police Officer Reform Does Not Yield the Promised Results. Why?

This article examines the effectiveness of the State Police's new working model, introduced in the second half of 2022, and questions why it hasn't delivered the expected outcomes.

An analysis five years after Latvia's municipal reforms reveals contrasting opinions among local leaders, with some expressing shame and others noting progress regarding their impact.

IR: Five Years After Municipal Reforms: Have Critics Changed Their Minds?

This article explores the impact of Latvia's municipal reforms five years later, examining contrasting experiences of local leaders who feel shame or progress.

A significant issue in Latvia's education system is highlighted as one in twenty ninth graders are failing their basic school exams, prompting discussions on potential solutions.

IR: Every 20th 9th Grader Fails Basic School Exams: What to Do?

This story highlights a significant issue in Latvia's education system, where a substantial portion of 9th graders are failing their basic exams, and discusses potential solutions.

Questions are being raised about the security of the election system, specifically mentioning that AS "Latvijas valsts meži" (LVM) developed an additional module for the Electronic Online Voter Register. This ties into broader concerns about election integrity and state firm transparency.

Pietiek: Is the Election System Secure?

The article investigates the security of the election system, mentioning that AS "Latvijas valsts meži" (LVM) developed an additional module for the Electronic Online Voter Register.

Insights from the Agricultural Organization Cooperation Council (LOSP) highlight the Bank of Latvia's surprising involvement in providing guidelines for farmers on livestock management, raising questions about its expanded role.

Pietiek: Bank of Latvia Starts Teaching Farmers How to Keep Livestock?

The article discusses surprising insights from the Agricultural Organization Cooperation Council (LOSP) regarding the Bank of Latvia's involvement in teaching farmers about livestock management.

Investigations are underway into potential conflicts of interest within the Riga City Council concerning a procurement project aimed at improving the energy efficiency of public lighting.

Pietiek: Possible Conflicts of Interest in Riga's Lighting ESCO Project Procurement Do…

This article investigates potential conflicts of interest within the Riga City Council concerning a project to improve the energy efficiency of public lighting.

A piece criticizes banks for their aggressive approach to patients' financial health, suggesting they are quick to pursue legal action despite potential health concerns.

Pietiek: While Banks Are Worried About the Health of Patients, They Are Not Hesitant to…

This piece criticizes banks for their approach to patients' financial health, suggesting they are quick to take legal action despite potential health concerns.

A 'killer shrimp' found in Latvia is posing a significant threat to the entire Baltic Sea ecosystem, raising environmental concerns.

TVNET: Killer Shrimp Found in Latvia Threatens Entire Baltic Sea

A killer shrimp, also found in Latvia, is posing a threat to the entire Baltic Sea ecosystem.

In Aluksne, a man driving a stolen car caused an accident, resulting in approximately €12,000 in damages.

TVNET: Man Causes Accident with Stolen Car in Aluksne, Causing €12,000 Damage

In Aluksne, a man driving a stolen car caused an accident resulting in approximately €12,000 in damages.

A poignant story recounts a woman's intentional infection with HIV at the age of 22 and the subsequent events following a historical court ruling.

TVNET: HIV Infection: A Tragic Story of Deception and its Aftermath

A stark story about a woman who was intentionally infected with HIV at the age of 22 and the events that followed a historical court ruling.

An article focuses on a 'great tragedy' concerning Zelma Labrence, questioning the timing and implications of a situation perceived as an attack on democrats.

Pietiek: Zelma's Great Tragedy Strikes. When Did the Question Become About the…

This article focuses on the 'great tragedy' concerning Zelma Labrence, questioning the timing and implications of a situation that seems to target democrats.