Donald Armstrong, the Miami man shot by police last month, had charges against him reduced during a court hearing on Tuesday, April 16. The charges of aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer and resisting arrest without violence were reduced to a single count of misdemeanor resisting arrest. The incident occurred on March 7 near…
Suspended Shelby County Judge Melissa Boyd has opted to resign from her position amid ongoing legal troubles. Boyd’s decision comes as she faces criminal charges and a revoked bond, marking the latest development in a tumultuous journey that began with her suspension last year over alleged drug use. The resignation letter, submitted by one of…
The Hollywood Police Department (HPD) has brought allegations against Felicia Smith, a 39-year-old teacher from South Florida, for her involvement in an inappropriate relationship with a student. Smith, who was employed at Driftwood Middle School, was taken into custody following the accusations but has since been released. As reported by Local 10 News, Smith disclosed…
A Missouri lawmaker has introduced a bill aiming to clarify the state’s laws regarding divorce, particularly when one spouse is pregnant. The issue has sparked controversy, with some arguing that the current policy unfairly controls pregnant women and may potentially trap them in abusive marriages. While Missouri law does not explicitly prohibit finalizing divorces for…
In a heartwarming tale of love and perseverance, Robert Carter of Cincinnati, Ohio, has officially become the proud father of five siblings after adopting them on Oct. 30, 2020. The heartwarming story began when Carter, a 29-year-old cosmetologist and wig shop owner, decided to make a difference in the lives of children who, like him,…
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