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Sean 'Diddy' Combs is in court facing sentencing after being convicted of transportation for prostitution, with his defense presenting a positive video of his charitable work and personal life, while he pleads for leniency and reflects on his past mistakes in a heartfelt letter. The trial has garnered significant media attention, and the judge's decision on his sentence is imminent.
A Florida federal jury found Tesla partly liable for a fatal 2019 crash involving its Autopilot software, ordering the company to pay over $200 million in damages, marking a rare legal loss for Tesla over Autopilot-related incidents, amid ongoing concerns about the safety and advertising of its driver-assist features.
Rudy Giuliani, former New York City mayor and attorney for Donald Trump, is facing significant legal challenges as he loses his legal representation and exhibits frustration in court. This development is part of ongoing legal and financial troubles for Giuliani, who has been embroiled in various lawsuits and investigations related to his actions during and after the 2020 presidential election.
Former NFL linebacker Antwione Williams has been charged with assaulting law enforcement during the January 6 Capitol attack. Williams, who played for the Detroit Lions and the XFL's DC Defenders, is accused of being among the first to breach the Capitol's restricted perimeter and engaging in violent confrontations with police. He was identified through riot footage and social media images. Williams faces multiple charges, including assaulting officers and disorderly conduct, and was released on bond pending a court appearance in November.
In the Delphi murders trial, Richard Allen's family members testified for the first time, denying allegations of molestation and asserting they wouldn't lie for him. The defense questioned the reliability of Allen's prison confessions, citing his mental decline. Key witness Brad Weber's testimony about a white van seen near the crime scene was scrutinized, with the defense suggesting Allen could have learned this detail from a psychologist. Former Delphi police chief Steve Mullin's testimony was also challenged regarding the vehicle involved in the case.
A Delaware court canceled a billion-dollar trial between Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway and the Haslam family over the valuation of the Haslam's 20% stake in Pilot Travel Centers. The trial was set to resolve a dispute involving accounting methods that affected the stake's value, with accusations of accounting tricks from both parties. The outcome hinged on whether Berkshire was required to obtain the Haslams' consent for an accounting change. The trial's cancellation occurred shortly after the death of Charlie Munger, Buffett's long-term confidante, and was to feature testimony from Buffett's designated successor, Greg Abel.
Cher's bid to become the temporary conservator of her son Elijah Blue Allman's estate was denied by a Los Angeles Superior Court judge due to insufficient notice to Allman and a refusal to share case details with him. Despite claims that Allman was missing, he attended the hearing with his wife, Marieangela King. Allman has objected to the conservatorship, stating he is now sober and capable of managing his finances, which include earnings from a trust established by his late father, Gregg Allman. A hearing is set for January 29, where Cher's lawyers are ordered to share all confidential information with Allman's legal team.
Jackson Mahomes, the brother of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, has been cleared of three felony charges of aggravated sexual battery but still faces a misdemeanor battery charge. The charges were dropped after the alleged victim refused to testify, claiming the encounter was consensual and admitting to not being truthful with the police. Surveillance footage had shown Mahomes in a physical encounter with the woman. The incident occurred at a now-closed restaurant, and Mahomes' attorney claims to have evidence refuting the accuser's claims.
Jackson Mahomes, the brother of NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes, had three felony charges of aggravated sexual battery dismissed by a Kansas judge, but he still faces a misdemeanor charge that may go to trial. The dismissal came after the victim indicated she would assert her Fifth Amendment rights and claimed the encounter was consensual. Mahomes' attorney maintains his innocence and is preparing for the trial of the remaining misdemeanor charge, with a pretrial hearing set for March 22 and the trial beginning on March 25.
A judge has dismissed three felony sexual battery charges against Jackson Mahomes, brother of NFL quarterback Patrick Mahomes, after the prosecution's request due to the alleged victim's refusal to testify and her claim that the encounter was consensual. Despite the dismissal, Mahomes still faces a misdemeanor battery charge related to a separate incident involving a male waiter. The decision was made even though there is surveillance footage of the incident, and the state believes that victims can become uncooperative for various reasons, which does not necessarily discredit their original statements. The restaurant where the incident occurred has closed, and Mahomes' attorney maintains his client's innocence.
World cycling champion Rohan Dennis has been charged over the death of his Olympian wife Melissa Hoskins, who was fatally struck by a vehicle he was allegedly driving. The family gathered at his parents' property following the incident, which involved Hoskins allegedly being dragged by the vehicle, an event captured on security cameras. Dennis faces charges including causing death by dangerous driving and has been released on bail with a court appearance scheduled for March. Both Dennis and Hoskins were accomplished cyclists with Olympic and World Championship accolades.
Former NBA developmental league player Chance Comanche and his ex-girlfriend Sakari Harnden will be tried together for the murder, kidnapping, and conspiracy in the death of Marayna Rodgers. Comanche, who played for the Stockton Kings, appeared in court and intends to plead not guilty. His next court date is set for February 8, while he remains jailed without bail. Rodgers was found strangled in Henderson, Nevada, in December.
Spanish footballer Jenni Hermoso testified in court against former Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales, asserting that a kiss he gave her was not consensual. The incident occurred after Spain's victory over England in Sydney. Rubiales, who faces allegations of sexual assault and coercion and has been banned from football for three years by FIFA, denies the claims. The case is now in the hands of the justice system, and Hermoso has recently signed with the Mexican club Tigres Femenil.
Spanish footballer Jenni Hermoso testified in court against former Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales, who is being investigated for sexual assault and coercion. The case stems from an incident where Rubiales kissed Hermoso without her consent after Spain's World Cup final victory. Hermoso has denied that the kiss was consensual and described feeling "vulnerable and a victim of aggression." Rubiales, who resigned following the controversy, denies the allegations and is determined to prove his innocence. If convicted, he could face a fine or up to four years in prison.