It could be both. If the person is a bit of a prankster, it's probably a joke. But if they're really serious about their writing and have a bit of a mean streak, it could be a threat.
Definitely. These stories can undermine the public's faith in the justice system. If criminals seem to be successful, people might think that the law is not effective. This can lead to a more lawless environment where people feel less safe and less inclined to follow the rules.
Make the threat specific and have clear consequences. Also, build up the tension and make the character delivering the threat seem serious and determined.
You could make the story about a character's professional journey, like climbing the corporate ladder. Or maybe it's a story of a group of friends going on a road trip and having adventures along the way. Avoid any doomsday scenarios and keep it light and fun.
Yes, of course. In many novels, there are such platonic relationships between a girl and a boy. For example, in 'The Fault in Our Stars', Hazel and Augustus are friends at first and they support each other through their difficult times, sharing deep conversations and experiences without it being romantic right away. Their friendship is a central part of the story and shows that a boy and a girl can have a meaningful connection without being in a romantic relationship.
It depends on the plot and character development. Sometimes, authors create scenarios where a girl and a boy can be just friends, showing that a deep connection doesn't always have to be romantic. But in other cases, the story might take a turn and develop romantic feelings.
The 'wfsb school threat story' is likely a news piece related to a threat at a school. Since threats to schools are serious matters, it may have included details such as when the threat was made, what exactly was said in the threat if it was a specific statement. It might also have delved into the reactions of different parties. For example, the students might have been scared or worried about their safety. Teachers would have had to deal with calming the students down and following the safety protocols set by the school. The school district might have issued statements to the public about the situation and the steps they were taking to handle it. And of course, the media (WFSB in this case) would have reported on the entire incident from start to finish, including any updates on whether the person behind the threat was caught or if it was determined to be a false alarm.