Deadlocked Jury Declares Mistrial in Former School Safety Officer’s Murder Trial

Long Beach, California – A mistrial was declared in the trial of former Long Beach Unified School District safety officer Eddie Gonzalez, who was charged with the murder of an 18-year-old woman named Manuela “Mona” Rodriguez. The jury announced being deadlocked after two days of deliberation, with seven jurors favoring second-degree murder and five opting for voluntary manslaughter or acquittal. Gonzalez, 54, remains free on bond awaiting a new trial date, scheduled for July 17 …

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Trump Declares Capitol Riot Convict a ‘Patriot’ in Fundraising Effort

Denver, Colorado – Former President Donald Trump has publicly declared his support for Rebecca Lavrenz, a woman convicted of federal misdemeanor charges related to the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. Trump referred to Lavrenz as a “patriot” and shared a link on social media for people to donate towards her legal expenses. Lavrenz, 71, was recently convicted in Washington of disorderly and disruptive conduct, along with three other charges stemming from her …

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Atletico Madrid Declares ‘Obligation’ to Ban Athletic Club Fans from La Liga Clash After Violent Attacks

Madrid, Spain – Atletico Madrid has made the decision to prohibit Athletic Club fans from purchasing tickets for their upcoming La Liga match at the end of April. This move follows a violent incident where an Atletico fan was hospitalized before their recent Copa del Rey semi-final matchup, which Athletic won 4-0 on aggregate. The altercation took place when a group of Atletico supporters was attacked by Athletic hooligans at a bar near San Mames. …

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Legionella Outbreak in Nova Scotia Suspected in Multiple Deaths, Public Health Declares New Glasgow Incident Over

New Glasgow, Nova Scotia – Nova Scotia Health authorities suspect that multiple deaths may be linked to a recent legionella outbreak in New Glasgow. Although the exact number of deaths has not been disclosed, the health authority mentioned that they could have been a result of the infection directly or exacerbated by underlying chronic health conditions. The outbreak, which has been a cause for concern, was declared over after a period with no new reported …

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Confession of Harmony Montgomery Murder Charges; New Hampshire Father Declares Guilt in Virtual Court Appearance

CONCORD, New Hampshire – The trial of a New Hampshire man who stands accused of murdering his 5-year-old daughter began with a virtual appearance by the defendant, Adam Montgomery. During the virtual hearing, Montgomery indicated his intention to admit guilt to some of the charges brought against him. Montgomery faces multiple felony counts related to the disappearance and presumed death of his daughter, Harmony Montgomery, in 2019. The trial commenced with a focus on the …

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Gunmen Storm TV Station in Ecuador as President Declares 22 Gangs as Terrorist Organizations

GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador – Gunmen with explosives stormed a TV station in Ecuador during a wave of violence around the nation on Tuesday. In response, President Daniel Noboa named 22 gangs as terrorist organizations to be hunted by the military. The violence included a wave of explosions, the kidnapping of police officers, and a prison escape by a gang leader. The violence also led to the takeover of TC’s studio in Guayaquil, which was broadcasted for about …

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Houston Man Cleared of Charges After Shooting Armed Robber – Attorney Declares Justifiable Homicide

Houston, Texas – The attorney representing the man who fatally shot an armed robber at a taqueria in southwest Houston stated that a Harris County grand jury made the right decision in not charging his client with murder. Juan L. Guerra, Jr., the shooter’s attorney, emphasized that the 46-year-old man’s actions were justifiable homicide. The attorney spoke out for the first time since the shooting took place in January 2023. His client, who has chosen …

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