Two relatives of police shooting victims were arrested Wednesday in Akron, Ohio, on rioting charges for allegedly protesting the police shooting of Jayland Walker. Jacob Blake Sr., the father of Jacob Blake — as well as Bianca Austin, an aunt of Breonna Taylor — were arrested on first-degree misdemeanor rioting […]
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What happens next after Boris Johnson resigns amid scandal?
LONDON — After more than 50 resignations from government ministers and aides, U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced his resignation Thursday. For a moment on Tuesday evening, it seemed as though the prime minister, who had vowed to carry on despite the collapse of his authority and allies deserting him […]
Families forced out of homes due to city’s property tax demand seek justice
Sonja Bonnett and her family built their lives in a home a few blocks south of Eight Mile in northeastern Detroit. The family spent years dreaming of owning the property, but then a letter arrived that quickly tore that life apart. “One day, I get a letter in the mail […]
James Caan, of ‘Godfather’ fame, has died, family announces
James Caan, the prolific actor known for his role in “The Godfather” films, has died, his family said Thursday. Caan died at the age of 82 on Wednesday, his family announced on Twitter. “The family appreciates the outpouring of love and heartfelt condolences and asks that you continue to respect […]
Highland Park mayor was Cub Scout leader to alleged gunman, knew him personally
Before Nancy Rotering was mayor of Highland Park, she served her suburban community in another way: as a Cub Scout leader. One of the members of her troop was Robert “Bobby” Crimo III, the alleged gunman accused of opening fire on a Fourth of July parade, killing seven residents and […]
Former Theranos executive Sunny Balwani convicted in criminal fraud case
A jury has convicted former Theranos president Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani of defrauding investors and patients in connection with his multi-billion-dollar blood-testing startup. Balwani, on Thursday, was found guilty on all 12 counts of fraud, for a scheme prosecutors alleged and have now proved he orchestrated alongside his former romantic partner […]
After parade shooting, GoFundMe says it seeks to verify donations amid scam risks
After a gunman killed seven people and wounded dozens more at an Independence Day parade outside Chicago on Monday, thousands turned to the online platform GoFundMe to donate money to the victims — the latest example of the public gathering online to fundraise after a tragedy. While websites like GoFundMe […]
Texas’ ‘Operation Lone Star’ probed for potential federal civil rights violations
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating Texas’ “Operation Lone Star” border security initiative for potential civil rights violations, according to a letter obtained by ABC News. The operation, a Texas Department of Public Safety program, targets migrants coming across the U.S.-Mexico border. It was rolled out by Texas Gov. […]
Ex-cop to be sentenced on federal charges for violating George Floyd’s rights
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin will be sentenced Thursday on federal civil rights charges in the death of George Floyd. He had previously pleaded not guilty to the charges but in December 2021 he pleaded guilty to violating Floyd’s civil rights and admitted that he kept his knee on […]
Michigan governor hopeful pleads not guilty in Jan. 6 riot
A Republican candidate for Michigan governor pleaded not guilty Thursday for his actions during the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, when he says he and other supporters of then-President Donald Trump were exercising their free speech rights. Ryan Kelley appeared via video for a brief hearing […]