The Southwest faced a tumultuous year in 2025, marked by devastating fires, political turmoil, and significant legal battles. In California, the Palisades and Eaton Fires left a trail of destruction, claiming lives and homes. The Palisades Fire, which started on January 7, burned 23, 448 acres and d
A Hollywood actor has taken legal action against Tyler Perry, accusing him of sexual assault and misconduct. Mario Rodriguez, who appeared in Perry's 2016 film "Boo! A Madea Halloween, " filed a lawsuit in California, seeking $77 million in damages. This is not the first time Perry has faced such al
A Hollywood actor has taken legal action against Tyler Perry, accusing the famous producer of sexual assault. Mario Rodriguez, who was in "Boo! A Madea Halloween, " claims Perry made unwanted sexual advances over several years. This isn't the first time Perry has faced such allegations. Another acto
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is in deep trouble. Investors are not happy. They say the company lied about its operations. This happened after Six Flags joined forces with Cedar Fair on July 1, 2024. The merger made Six Flags the biggest amusement park operator in North America. But things wen
A significant legal battle is unfolding in Topeka. Police Captain Jennifer Cross is suing the city, claiming she faced retaliation and a hostile work environment. The case is set to go to trial on May 4, with a duration of five days. Judge Kathryn H. Vratil has set several deadlines for the case, in
DK Metcalf, a star player for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is in a tough spot. After a heated moment with a fan, things got physical. Now, the fan is fighting back. He says the stories about him using bad language are not true. His lawyers are ready to take legal action. The fan, Ryan Kennedy, says he
In August 2024, Susan Lewis, a music teacher from Oregon, lost her job at Valley Catholic School. The reason? Her social media posts about the situation in Gaza. Lewis was one of many targeted by StopAntisemitism, a group that claims to have helped get over 400 people fired for their views on Israel
In a surprising show of support, Russian President Vladimir Putin endorsed U. S. President Donald Trump's decision to take legal action against the BBC. This came up during Putin's yearly press conference, where he shared his thoughts on the matter. Trump is seeking at least $10 billion in damages
China has taken a surprising step by filing a defamation lawsuit against U. S. officials, including Senator Eric Schmitt and former Attorney General Andrew Bailey. This move comes after a Missouri court awarded a massive $24 billion judgment against China for its role in the COVID-19 pandemic. The C
In a significant legal move, the U. S. government has accepted blame for a fatal mid-air crash. The incident involved an Army Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines plane over the Potomac River. This collision resulted in the deaths of all 67 people on board both aircraft. The Justice Depar
