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04-01-2023
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Tragedy at Apollo Theater: One person dead, 28 injured after roof collapse during metal concert
A roof at the Apollo Theater in Belvidere, Illinois collapsed during a heavy metal concert, leading to the death of one with at least 28 others injured as a result. It is believed that the collapse occurred 10 minutes after the National Weather Service notified officials of a tornado warning. Illinois Governor, J.B. Pritzker, has stated that he is monitoring the situation closely and coordinating resources.
Judge rules Dominion Voting Systems' lawsuit against Fox News can proceed to trial
A Delaware Superior Court Judge ruled on Friday that Dominion Voting Systems' $1.6 billion lawsuit against Fox News can proceed to trial. Fox attorneys tried to have the suit dismissed, arguing that their election fraud claims were newsworthy and a matter of opinion. The judge found Dominion's legal claims compelling enough to present to jurors at trial and ruled that the statements Fox presented were false. However, the issue of actual malice and damages will head to the jury.
Goodbye Blue Check Marks: Twitter Users Who Don't Subscribe to Twitter Blue Will Lose That Status
Twitter blue check marks were originally intended to verify the authenticity of high-profile accounts, but now any user who pays a monthly subscription fee to Twitter Blue automatically gets a check mark regardless of account relevancy. Starting April 1, 2023, existing blue check accounts that don't subscribe to Twitter Blue will have to pay or lose the check, as part of an attempt to cut down on automated spam accounts, but this leaves the door open to impersonation and misinformation on the platform.
Senator John Fetterman reveals mental health struggles, depression in remission
Pennsylvania's Senator John Fetterman reveals that his depression is now in remission and he is back home in Braddock; the latest medical episode for the Democrat, who won last fall's most expensive Senate contest after suffering a stroke that he has said nearly killed him and from which he continues to recover. Doctors describe “remission” as when a patient responds to treatment so that they have returned to normal social function and they are indistinguishable from someone who has never had depression.
Ohio man arrested for attempting to burn down church hosting drag show events
The Justice Department has arrested Aimenn Penny for attacking the Community Church of Chesterland in Chesterland, Ohio using Molotov cocktails with the intent of burning the church down. Penny is part of a White Lives Matter group and attended a drag queen event wearing military-style gear and carrying a firearm. A court order was obtained to search Penny's phone location data which connected him to the church. Penny admitted to building the Molotov cocktails and targeting the church with them as he was trying to protect children and stop the drag show event. A handwritten manifesto, a Nazi flag, and other memorabilia were found in his home.
Tragic Helicopter Crashes at Fort Campbell Result in 9 Service Member Deaths
Tragedy struck Fort Campbell, Kentucky this week when two Black Hawk helicopters crashed during a routine training mission. All nine service members aboard the two helicopters were killed, their ages ranging from 23 to 36. The White House, Defense Department, and the community are offering condolences to the loved ones left behind. The investigation is underway and being conducted by an Army aviation safety team. The loss of these brave Soldiers will be felt for years to come.
NBA, players reach agreement on seven-year CBA to begin this summer
The NBA and its players have agreed on a new seven-year collective bargaining agreement that will begin this summer and last until at least the 2028-29 season. The agreement includes the in-season tournament that commissioner Adam Silver has wanted for years, and players will have to appear in at least 65 games to be eligible for the top individual awards. A second luxury tax level will prevent teams from using their midlevel exception to sign players, and no change to policies allowing high school players to enter the draft will be made. The deal is pending ratification by both sides, then the writing of the 600-page document containing 5,000 paragraphs and 200,000 words.
Time is running out for Social Security as trust funds projected to run short by 2034
Social Security's trust funds for retirees, survivors, and the disabled are projected to run out of funds by 2034, leaving only 80% of scheduled benefits being covered. This brings to light a political battle over the budget and debt ceiling; however, President Joe Biden has a limited plan to shore up Social Security's finances without cutting benefits or raising taxes for those making under $400,000 annually. The Republican Study Committee has proposed raising the retirement age and trimming auxiliary benefits. Congress must act quickly to save the program's future generations.
Legal Experts Weigh In On Sealed Trump Indictment Ahead Of Unsealing
Legal experts weigh in on what charges could be contained in the sealed indictment ahead of it being unsealed, with speculation focusing on falsifying business records and federal campaign finance law violations. Trump's attorney argues the case is weak and shouldn't be allowed to proceed, but the prospect of novel legal theories being used could make it difficult to predict the outcome.
Toddler's body found in alligator's jaws after father kills mother and son
Police have found the body of a missing 2-year-old from St. Petersburg in the jaws of an alligator. The discovery came after the arrest of the boy's father, charged with two counts of murder - that of his 20-year-old girlfriend and their son. Having been found with injuries, Thomas Mosley is currently in hospital and is not working with law enforcement.