Death toll climbs to 74 in Pakistan mosque bombing
In Peshawar the death toll from Monday’s mosque bombing rose to 74 as rescuers pulled 15 more bodies from rubble. Over 150 were injured. the blast damaged a high security zone housing government buildings. The attack drew responses from Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and international officials.
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Memphis police discipline seven in Tyre Nichols case
Two more officers involved in Tyre Nichols arrest have been disciplined, increasing total to seven. Preston Hemphill was relieved of duty soon after the January 7 arrest and another officer followed. Also Monday two EMS workers and a lieutenant with the Fire Department were fired in related actions.
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Cindy Williams dies at 75 former Laverne & Shirley star
Cindy Williams died in Los Angeles after a brief illness at age 75. The Laverne & Shirley actress, famous for playing Shirley Feeney opposite Penny Marshall, also appeared in American Graffiti and The Conversation. The show aired on ABC from 1976 to 1983.
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Prosecutor drops R Kelly sex abuse charges
Cook County State's Attorney Kim Foxx announced the dropping of sex abuse charges against singer R Kelly. The move comes after federal convictions in Chicago and New York keep him jailed for decades. Kelly, indicted in 2019 for abusing four women, had faced multiple counts, including offenses against minors. He is already serving a 30 year sentence.
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Biden to end COVID-19 national emergencies in May
President Joe Biden told Congress he will end the twin national emergencies for COVID-19 on May 11. The move ends the emergency declarations and shifts the federal response to normal authorities as lawmakers have already rolled back key pandemic provisions.
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Michael Jackson Nephew Cast as King of Pop in Biopic
Jaafar Jackson, 26, Michael Jackson’s nephew and Jermaine Jackson’s son, is set to star as the King of Pop in the biopic Michael directed by Antoine Fuqua. Lionsgate confirmed the casting for the Graham King produced project with Michael in his acting debut.
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Justice Group Urges Action On Vera Institute Report Findings
Justice Matters leaders promote public engagement after Vera Institute study and Douglas County release. Engstrom urges neighbors and organizations to discuss the report, share comments with the CJCC, and attend Justice Matters events. Authorities outline reforms including civilian response options, revised arrest rules, mental health and substance treatment, and bail Fund support.
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Review Board Members Resign Amid Frustrations Over Process
Board members including Michael Santos Sanjay Mishra Jenny Robinson and Tonia Salvini have resigned citing work capacity personal reasons or frustration with board operations. Amilee Turner was chosen to replace Salvini in the work group. The Community Police Review Board formed in 2018 under city ordinance to review bias complaints and has faced calls for stronger oversight since its inception. The work group specifics and timelines remain unsettled after several leadership changes and ongoing questions about vacancies.
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Jenny Robinson
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