Michael Manual Jackson-Bolanos, a 28-year-old Detroit man, has been charged with the murder of Detroit synagogue president Samantha Woll. Chief James White of the Detroit Police Department said that Jackson-Bolanos was taken into custody on Sunday and there is no evidence to suggest that the murder was a hate crime. Woll was found dead in her home in October due to a fatal stabbing and Jackson-Bolanos is currently being held in custody and is awaiting trial.
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A federal judge has halted proceedings in the criminal case against former President Donald Trump, who is facing charges related to the 2020 election, while his appeal arguing presidential immunity is heard by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. All pending deadlines and court dates in the case have been put on pause, but not vacated, and if jurisdiction is returned to the judge, she will consider whether to retain or continue the dates of any still-future deadlines and proceedings, including the trial scheduled for March 4, 2024. The appeals court is expected to hear arguments in the case in the coming weeks, with the outcome of the case having major implications for Trump and the future of presidential immunity.
Actor Andre Braugher, best known for his roles in television series including "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," "Men of a Certain Age" and "Homicide: Life on the Street," has passed away following a brief illness. He was a two-time Emmy Award winner and was nominated 11 times for his work. His co-stars have taken to social media to celebrate his life and mourn his unexpected loss. Braugher will be remembered for his incredible talent, his passion for his craft, and his lasting legacy.
Tesla is recalling over 2 million of its vehicles, including the Model S, Model X, Model 3 and Model Y, due to a software failure related to its semi-automatic Autopilot feature. The NHTSA's investigation found that the Autosteer feature was not sufficient to prevent driver misuse, and Tesla is urging drivers to remain vigilant and take additional steps to ensure their safety.
People around the world are taking part in the viral game "Whamageddon" which involves avoiding the classic holiday song "Last Christmas" by Wham! until December 25th. The challenge runs from December 1st to Christmas Eve and players must recognize the original version of the song to be considered out. The game is a fun way to get into the holiday spirit and participants can share their experiences on social media.
This year is the year of the most dengue cases in recorded history, with the WHO reporting that the number of cases of dengue has increased by 30-fold in the past 50 years. In 2019, there were more than 4 million cases reported in the Americas and Caribbean, and the number is expected to be even higher this year. Officials from the Bahamas to Brazil are warning of crowded clinics and new infections daily, and the WHO is urging countries to take steps to reduce the risk of transmission and strengthen their health systems.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal from Joseph Fischer, who is charged with offenses related to the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol. Fischer is seeking to dismiss a charge accusing him of obstructing an official proceeding, which could have major implications for the criminal prosecution of former President Donald Trump. The justices will consider the breadth of the federal obstruction law and the outcome of the case could have major implications for the future of the obstruction statute and the prosecution of those charged in connection with the Jan. 6 assault.
Hunter Biden has offered to testify in a public hearing before the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees in response to a subpoena issued by the GOP-led House Oversight Committee. He has refused to comply with the subpoena, instead opting to answer questions from lawmakers in a public setting. House Republicans have rejected the offer, saying they want him to testify privately first. It is unclear how the committees will respond to Hunter Biden's offer.