Michael J. Fox, star of "Back to the Future", has been living with Parkinson's disease since 1991. In an interview with Variety, he discussed the physical injuries he has suffered as a result of the disorder, and his efforts to manage it and enjoy life. He has also become an advocate for Parkinson's research and awareness, founding the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research in 2000, which has raised over $800 million.
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Dallas police have arrested 22-year-old Harold Thompson for the fatal shooting of his girlfriend, 26-year-old Gabriella Gonzalez. Thompson is believed to be the father of the child and allegedly shot Gonzalez after learning she had traveled to Colorado for an abortion. Despite abortion access restrictions in Texas, Thompson is being held on a charge of murder. Gonzalez's death is a tragic reminder of the dangers of abortion access restrictions and the need for comprehensive reproductive health care.
Mark Pomerantz, a former prosecutor who oversaw the Manhattan District Attorney Office's investigation into Donald Trump, invoked the Fifth Amendment in a closed-door deposition on Friday, refusing to answer any questions. He called the inquiry "political theater" and condemned the panel's use of a subpoena, citing grand jury rules. Rep. Darrell Issa, a California Republican, exited the meeting after one hour, with no answers provided.
Lori Vallow Daybell has been found guilty of murder in the deaths of her two children and a romantic rival after a three year trial. Prosecutors argued she was a power-hungry manipulator who killed her children for money, while the defense team said she was innocent. Her husband, Chad Daybell, is still facing trial for murder and other related offenses. The case will be featured in a special episode of "48 Hours" titled "Lori Vallow Daybell: Guilty" that will air on CBS and stream on Paramount+ on Saturday, May 13.
On April 28th, a tragic accident on Folly Beach, South Carolina, resulted in the death of a bride on her wedding day. Jamie Lee Komoroski, 25, was driving her rental car at 65 miles per hour in a 25-mile-per-hour zone when she slammed into a golf cart carrying the bride. Komoroski had a blood alcohol content of 0.261%, more than three times the legal limit, and has been charged with one count of reckless homicide and three counts of felony DUI resulting in great bodily harm. The Folly Beach Department of Public Safety is continuing to investigate the incident.
Jamie Foxx has been out of the hospital for weeks after being hospitalized for an unspecified medical emergency last month. His daughter Corinne Foxx debunked reports that his condition had worsened, saying he was playing pickleball the day before. Foxx's representative said his family had come to the hospital due to the seriousness of his condition, but Corinne's update suggests he is recovering well.
Josh Harris and a group of investors, including Mitchell Rales and Magic Johnson, have purchased the Washington Commanders for a record-breaking $6.05 billion. The sale is subject to approval from the NFL, and Dan Snyder, the Commanders' longtime owner, has yet to comment. The new ownership group is expected to bring fresh ideas and energy to the team.
Lori Vallow Daybell, the Idaho mother accused of killing two of her children and conspiring to kill her husband's first wife, was found guilty on all charges Friday after a weekslong trial. Vallow Daybell and her husband Chad Daybell were charged with the murders of Vallow's kids, and the verdict marks the end of a monthslong search for the missing children which ended in June 2020 when police found their remains. Vallow Daybell's story will be featured in an upcoming episode of "48 Hours" titled "Lori Vallow Daybell: Guilty."