Surprise, AZ (October 21, 2024) — A domestic violence incident in Surprise led to the swift identification and arrest of a suspect following a distress call from a neighbor. Officers from the Surprise Police Department responded to a report at approximately 7:30 a.m. on October 19, 2024, after witnessing a man dragging a woman by her…
New York City — Felix Herrera Garcia, the husband of the owner of a Bronx day care where a 1-year-old child died from fentanyl poisoning, was sentenced Wednesday to 45 years in prison for federal drug trafficking charges. Garcia, 35, pleaded guilty in June to charges related to the trafficking of fentanyl from the day care,…
In a devastating incident, aspiring graduate Newton was discovered dead along with her family members, just days before she was set to participate in Grand Canyon University’s (GCU) commencement ceremony. Police report that family members had flown into town on Tuesday to celebrate Newton’s achievement but became concerned when she did not pick them up from the airport and failed to respond to phone calls. Fearing for her safety, friends and family went to her apartment, where they made the grim discovery of multiple bodies. School officials confirmed that Newton had earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from GCU in 2022 and had been studying online for her Master’s of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She was scheduled to walk across the stage at Global Credit Union Arena at 10 a.m. on Wednesday. GCU released a statement expressing their sorrow: “Our thoughts and prayers are with Monet and her family during this difficult time. We are making counseling and support services available to anyone in the GCU family who knew Monet.” The Glendale Police Department has initiated a homicide investigation and is urging anyone involved in a domestic violence situation to seek help. Resources are available via The Hotline website, by calling 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), or by texting “START” to 88788
Washington, D.C. — President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy today to reaffirm U.S. support for Ukraine as it defends itself against Russian aggression. In the conversation, President Biden outlined his commitment to increasing security assistance throughout the remainder of his term. Today, Biden announced a substantial $425 million security assistance package…
Buenos Aires, Argentina (AP) — Liam Payne, the former One Direction singer, was found dead on Wednesday after reportedly falling from a third-floor balcony of the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires. He was 31 years old. Local officials, including Alberto Crescenti, head of the state emergency medical system, confirmed the incident occurred in the popular…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit today against the City of South Bend, Indiana, alleging that the city’s hiring process for entry-level police officers violates the Civil Rights Act by discriminating against Black and female applicants. The lawsuit claims that the South Bend Police Department (SBPD) uses a written exam that disproportionately…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced today that Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation has agreed to an $8 million settlement, alongside a $1.9 million civil penalty, to resolve allegations of discriminatory lending practices. The settlement addresses claims that Fairway engaged in redlining predominantly Black neighborhoods in and around…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced it will monitor federal voting rights compliance in Portage County, Ohio, during the early voting period and on Election Day. This move comes as part of the department’s ongoing efforts to ensure that all citizens can exercise their right to vote free from interference or intimidation. The…
In a landmark case, TD Bank N.A. (TDBNA), one of the largest banks in the U.S., along with its parent company TD Bank US Holding Company (TDBUSH), pleaded guilty to charges related to violations of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and money laundering, culminating in over $1.8 billion in penalties. The guilty plea marks the…
October 9, 2024 — Sony Music Entertainment has reportedly settled its copyright infringement lawsuit against hotel giant Marriott International, just five months after filing the case. In a joint filing submitted to a federal court in Maryland on October 8, both parties requested that the case be dismissed “with prejudice,” indicating that it cannot be…