LEGAL CHARGES

Nov 05 2025CRIME

A Hawks Finance Chief's Luxury Life on the Team's Dime

A former top finance executive of the Atlanta Hawks is in hot water. Lester T. Jones Jr. , who once managed the team's money, is accused of stealing nearly $4 million. He allegedly used fake invoices and company credit cards to fund his fancy lifestyle. This included trips abroad, high-end fashion, and even a Porsche. He also reportedly showered gifts on a former cow...

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Nov 02 2025BUSINESS

West Boylston's Big Changes: Apartments, Burgers, and More

West Boylston is buzzing with new projects. A big apartment complex called Gates Brook Place is coming to town. It will have 80 units, with a quarter set aside for affordable housing. The spot is near West Boylston and Pierce streets. The project will cost over $38. 7 million. The developer, Branded Realty Group III, bought the land for about $3 million last year. M...

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Oct 23 2025CRIME

A City's Shock: Former Mayor Stabbed Near His Business

A man is in serious trouble after hurting a former mayor. Corree Gonzales, 31, is accused of stabbing Will Flanagan, who used to be the mayor of Fall River. The attack happened on Hartwell Street, right by Flanagan's workplace. Flanagan is now in the hospital, but he's stable. Gonzales is facing big charges. He's accused of trying to kill Flanagan and hurting him ba...

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Oct 20 2025CELEBRITIES

Denise Richards' Ex-Husband Faces Serious Charges

Aaron Phypers, the estranged husband of actress Denise Richards, found himself in hot water after being arrested outside a courtroom. The charges? Two counts of felony spousal injury and two counts of intimidating a witness, all of which come with a hefty $200, 000 bail. The drama unfolded during a heated court hearing where Denise sought a permanent restraining ord...

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Oct 19 2025CRIME

A Trust Betrayed: Church Worker Accused of Stealing Half a Million Dollars

A former church worker in New Jersey is in hot water after being accused of stealing over half a million dollars from his own parish. Joseph A. Manzi, who worked as the director of finance, operations, and development at the Church of Saint Leo the Great in Lincroft, is said to have used the money to fund a lifestyle that many can only dream of. This included designe...

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Oct 17 2025CRIME

A Woman's Threats Against Immigration Agents Spark Concerns

A woman from Massachusetts is in hot water after making some serious threats against federal immigration agents. Bethany Abigail Terrill, 37, was arrested for allegedly threatening to kill agents during an immigration arrest. This happened near a courthouse in Medford, Massachusetts, on September 29. Terrill, a bystander, started causing a scene when agents were arr...

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Oct 02 2025CRIME

A Moberly Man Faces Serious Charges

A man from Moberly is in big trouble. John Teel, who is 54 years old, is accused of trying to lure a child under 17. He is currently behind bars at the Randolph County Jail, with a hefty bond of $100, 000. The court has not yet set a date for his trial. The trouble started when a witness went to the police. On September 21, they reported that a child had received so...

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Sep 29 2025CRIME

Football Star's Wild Night: What Really Happened?

In the early hours of January 10, in North Charleston, South Carolina, a former NFL player found himself in a messy situation. Robert Quinn, known for his time with the Dallas Cowboys, was involved in a car crash. He allegedly hit a parked car and then tried to leave the scene. This is where things got complicated. Police reports say Quinn was not cooperative. He ha...

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Sep 09 2025CRIME

Florida Pastor Faces Serious Accusations Over Alleged Child Abuse Cover-Up

In Florida, a well-known pastor named Mark Vega is in hot water. He's been accused of not reporting child sex abuse to the police, which is a big deal and against the law. Vega leads a church called Ignite Life Center in Gainesville and has a history of working with the New York Yankees as a chaplain. The trouble started when reports of abuse at his church surfaced, ...

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Jul 24 2025CRIME

Local Law Enforcement: A Look at Recent Arrests and Incidents

In recent weeks, several arrests and incidents have made headlines across various suburbs. Let's break down what happened and why it matters. In Burbank, authorities served a warrant to Jamil A. Purnell, a 21-year-old resident, for a motorcycle hijacking that occurred back in May. The incident took place at a gas station, raising questions about the effectiveness of...

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