In a bizarre turn of events, the small town of Whiskerville has become the latest hotbed of feline unrest as local cats have reportedly formed a gang, demanding tuna and cat treats from their unsuspecting human counterparts. The newfound feline organization, dubbed the “Purr-league of Extraordinarily Naughty Cats” (PENC), has left residents both amused and bewildered as they navigate this feline uprising. Witnesses say the trouble began when local tabby, Sir Paws-a-Lot, held a clandestine meeting atop the neighborhood fence. "I saw Sir Paws-a-Lot with a group of six cats discussing what looked like a blueprint made of shredded paper," said local dog owner Mary Barks. "I thought they were just planning a raid on the bird feeder, but it turns out they were plotting world domination… or at least some serious snack acquisitions." PENC's demands, delivered via a meowing memo pinned to a neighborhood lamppost, list a variety of culinary wishes, with "premium-grade tuna" tops on the list, followed closely by "those crunchy fish-shaped treats that humans inexplicably call ‘cat food.’” The memo ends with an alarming ultimatum: "Comply by sunset, or we will unleash our ultimate weapon: unending meows at 3 AM." Local authorities, initially dismissive of the situation, were shaken awake when the cats staged a tactical “protest” outside a local supermarket last Tuesday. Armed with signs emblazoned with phrases like “Tuna Not Trauma” and “Treat Us Like Royalty,” the gang effectively blocked the entrance, leaving shoppers confused. “I had to step over a sleeping cat just to get into the store. That’s when I knew this was serious,” remarked one shopper. Mayor Tom Catnip expressed his bewilderment at the situation during a hastily arranged town hall meeting. “We have to take this seriously. My neighbor reported her cat, Fluffernutter, has taken to wearing a bandana and policing the laundry—patrolling it, demanding fresh socks for every caught mouse,” Catnip stated. “We can’t have a bunch of felines dictating life in Whiskerville!" In response to escalating tensions, the Whiskerville Police Department has initiated “Operation: Feline Freedom,” aimed at negotiation with PENC leaders. Chief Whiskers McPaw said, “We’re hoping our discussions don’t devolve into a catfight and we can come to a peaceful resolution. But we’re prepared. We’ve stockpiled treats as bargaining chips.” Meanwhile, the PENC gang remains steadfast, issuing a statement through a local cat influencer’s Instagram account. “This isn’t just about food; it’s about principles. We demand respect for our right to nap all day and demand snacks on a whim,” they proclaimed, showcasing their ever-expanding territories of sunlit spots and fresh laundry. As of now, Whiskerville residents live in precarious peace, with tuna-stuffed plates lining windowsills and a growing awareness of the power pets can wield when united. The cats have made it clear: It’s a new world order, and they’re leading the charge on full bellies and cozy napping spots. As the sun sets, neighboring towns are advised to keep a close watch on their own feline companions, lest they catch wind of this revolutionary vein. After all, nobody wants a soft paw on their chest demanding tuna at dawn. Residents can only hope that this demand doesn't turn into a full-on cat-tastrophe.