Myles Cosgrove, a former Louisville Metro Police Officer who was fired in 2021 following the death of Breonna Taylor in 2020, has been hired by the Carroll County Sheriff's Office. Despite damning video footage and witness accounts, Cosgrove was never convicted and none of the three White officers who fired into Taylor's home were charged. His new job at the sheriff's department began on Thursday, with the hope that he will help reduce the flow of drugs and property crime in the area.
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Ray Epps, a passionate Trump supporter, attended the Jan. 6, 2021 protest at the U.S. Capitol to support the former President. However, right-wing media, politicians and their followers have twisted his role in the attack, casting him as a government agent who incited an insurrection. Despite not being charged in connection to the attack, Epps has gone into hiding due to death threats, highlighting the power of right-wing media to shape public opinion and the danger of unchecked conspiracy theories.
Fox Corp. has agreed to pay Dominion Voting Systems $787.5 million to settle a defamation lawsuit, despite analysts believing the company can absorb the cost. This settlement serves as a reminder of the consequences of spreading false information, and the importance of accuracy in reporting.
Kenyan police have discovered thirty-nine bodies in shallow graves on land owned by Pastor Paul Makenzi, who was arrested on April 14th for allegedly telling his followers to fast to death. When police raided Makenzi's property in Malindi, they found fifteen emaciated people, including four in critical condition. Local residents have expressed shock and outrage, and the Kenyan government has yet to comment on the situation. Investigations are ongoing to determine the fate of Makenzi and his followers.
On Saturday night, a fire broke out at Disneyland during the "Fantasmic!" show when a large animatronic dragon became engulfed in flames. Anaheim Fire and Rescue personnel assisted the Disneyland Fire Department in extinguishing the fire, and about 1,000 people were evacuated from the area. No guests or visitors were injured in the incident, and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
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The NAACP has filed a lawsuit against Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, claiming that the legislation he signed unfairly targets the predominantly Black city of Jackson and would lead to "separate and unequal policing." The lawsuit seeks an injunction to prevent the legislation from taking effect, and calls for a jury trial to determine damages. It is unclear when the court will rule on the case.
Tampa police have arrested Joseph Killins, 38, for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a DoorDash driver while she was attempting to make a delivery. He faces charges of armed kidnapping, robbery with a firearm, armed sexual battery, and aggravated battery with a weapon. The victim was able to provide police with a description of the suspect and his vehicle, leading to Killins' arrest. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact the police.