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…
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…
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…
Tempe, AZ – In the early hours of October 6, 2024, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) campaign office in Tempe was targeted in an apparent shooting incident. The event occurred around 12:30 a.m., but fortunately, no one was present in the building at the time. This marks the third incident at the DNC campaign office, raising…
TEMPE, AZ – The Tempe Police Department has identified Jason Fox, who was killed in an officer-involved shooting, as the suspect in two racially motivated assaults at Tempe Beach Park. Both incidents left one man seriously injured and appear to have targeted individuals identifying as Black or African American. The first incident occurred just before midnight on September 30th, when Fox allegedly confronted two people near the Mill Avenue Bridge, shouting racial slurs and brandishing a handgun before fleeing the scene. Less than 20 minutes later, on October 1st, Fox reportedly confronted a group at Tempe Beach Park, again making racial slurs. He then allegedly shot a man in the face before escaping into a nearby apartment complex. The Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) took on the case and, upon investigation, identified Fox as the suspect. The Criminal Apprehension Surveillance Team (CAST) was tasked with apprehending Fox for both aggravated assaults. During the attempted arrest, Fox shot a Tempe police detective, prompting the detectives to return fire, resulting in Fox’s death at the scene. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Tempe Police Department at 480-350-8311. Callers may remain anonymous
On October 5, 2024, a violent confrontation at a North Phoenix gas station led to the death of 35-year-old Kyle Dorman, who was run over by a pickup truck in what is being investigated as an act of self-defense. The incident unfolded around 1:15 a.m. at a gas station near 35th Avenue and Union Hills…
Moscow – Viktor Bout, the notorious arms dealer known as the “Merchant of Death,” is reportedly back in the arms trade, supplying weapons to Houthi rebels engaged in conflicts across the Middle East. This troubling development follows Bout’s release two years ago as part of a high-profile prisoner exchange for WNBA star Brittney Griner. According to…
Louisiana – In a shocking turn of events, TikTok influencer Terryon Ishmael Thomas, known as Mr. Prada, has been charged with the murder of 69-year-old therapist William “Nicky” Abraham. The beloved figure was discovered wrapped in a tarp along a desolate highway near Fluker, Louisiana, on Sunday. Authorities say Thomas, 20, allegedly lured Abraham to his…
Ohio woke up to shocking news today: Winnie Dortch, a beloved WOIO-TV reporter who had just celebrated securing her dream job, was found shot on a sidewalk in Lakewood. Police were alerted to the scene shortly before 8 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 7, by a 911 caller reporting an argument between a man and a woman. As officers rushed to the location, multiple callers reported hearing gunshots. Upon arrival, officers found a man deceased and Dortch with at least one gunshot wound. She was transported to a hospital with serious injuries. WOIO-TV expressed its heartbreak and wished Dortch a swift and full recovery, identifying the shooting as an “apparent domestic incident.” The suspected shooter, who reportedly shot himself after injuring Dortch, has not yet been publicly identified. Authorities have collected a firearm from the scene and are actively investigating the incident.
TEMPE, ARIZ. – A Tempe police officer is recovering after being shot during an officer-involved shooting on October 1st around 9:00 p.m. The incident occurred while officers were attempting to arrest a suspect linked to an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon near College and Curry. During the traffic stop, the suspect opened fire, striking…