Daniel Rodriguez, a California man, was sentenced to 12.5 years in prison Wednesday after pleading guilty to four felony counts related to the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, including assaulting a law enforcement officer with a deadly weapon and conspiring to stop Congress from certifying the 2020 presidential election results. U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson described him as a "one-man army of hate" and he will have to pay $96,000 to cover medical treatment for the officer and $2,000 in restitution for the destruction of the Capitol. The Justice Department has charged more than 400 people in connection with the attack.
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Donald G. Triplett, the first person to be diagnosed with autism and known as "Case 1," has passed away at the age of 87. He was a 1958 graduate of Millsaps College and worked at the Bank of Forest for over 50 years, where he was known for his intelligence and wit. His death marks the end of an era, as his story has inspired many around the world.
A 66-year-old Arizona man was killed in an unprovoked attack by a black bear on Friday morning. Neighbors and witnesses attempted to distract the bear, but were unsuccessful. The bear was eventually shot by a neighbor, and the sheriff's office is currently investigating the incident and reminding people to be aware of their surroundings in wooded areas.
Legendary British actress and politician Glenda Jackson passed away at the age of 87 after a short illness. She was a successful actress, winning two Academy Awards, and a successful politician, representing Hampstead and Highgate in the British Parliament from 1992-2015. Her death has been met with an outpouring of love and respect from her colleagues and fans, who will remember her for her incredible legacy.
Joseph Fiennes, best known for his role in "Shakespeare in Love", has expressed regret for his decision to portray Michael Jackson in a 2017 episode of "Urban Myths". His casting sparked outrage due to his lighter skin tone and prosthetic nose, and he now views it as a "bad mistake". His comments serve as a reminder of the importance of thoughtful casting decisions in the entertainment industry.
Chris Pratt's Mother's Day post has sparked debate, with some criticizing him for not mentioning his ex-wife, Anna Faris. While some people feel that all mothers should be acknowledged, others argue that it is up to the individual to decide who to include in their message. Pratt has not yet responded to the criticism, but many of his followers have come to his defense.
Federal prosecutors have requested a judge to stop former President Donald Trump from being deposed in a four-year-old civil lawsuit filed by two former FBI officials who allege they were wrongfully terminated. The Justice Department is seeking to protect Trump from being deposed in a civil case while they are still investigating him in a criminal case and have asked the lower court judge to reconsider their ruling. If not, they will appeal to the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for Washington, D.C.
Four inmates who escaped from a Mississippi jail on April 22 have been apprehended, with the last one found Thursday morning at a home in Crystal Springs. Jodie Marie Tebo, a 38-year-old woman from Crystal Springs, was arrested and is facing charges in connection with the escape and investigation. Sheriff Tyree Jones thanked the law enforcement agencies that assisted with the investigation and search, bringing the escapees' two-week reign of terror to an end.