Film extra who killed Michael Latt gets 35 years to life in prison

The Arizona man, Cudjoe Young, accused of targeting exotic dancers in gunpoint robberies and later murdering one victim, Mercedes Vega, has repeatedly reversed his decisions on plea deals, ultimately rejecting offers that would have resulted in reduced sentences. Young, facing up to 36 years in prison, has pleaded not guilty, and Vega's family believes her murder was to silence her as she was set to testify in the robbery cases. Want More Context? 🔎

Army officials reported that a 28-year-old sergeant at Fort Stewart opened fire, injuring five soldiers before being tackled by fellow troops who also provided medical aid to the victims. The incident has led to a commendation for the soldiers' swift response in a crisis situation. Want More Context? 🔎

The launch of Instagram's new Map feature has sparked privacy concerns among users, prompting backlash on social media platforms. While Meta promotes the feature for real-time location sharing to enhance local connections, critics highlight risks related to user data and safety, especially for younger users, amid ongoing scrutiny of the company's data privacy practices. Want More Context? 🔎

The Trump administration has petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn a restraining order that restricts immigration stops based on language or occupation, after an appeals court upheld the order. The ruling, which emerged from a lawsuit by immigrant advocacy groups, aims to prevent racial profiling and was prompted by incidents involving U.S. citizens being detained in Southern California. Want More Context? 🔎

Video footage from the Jan. 6 Capitol attack reveals Jared Wise, now a Justice Department adviser, inciting rioters to harm law enforcement officers, referring to them as "the Gestapo." Wise, who faced six charges related to the incident and pleaded not guilty, had his case dismissed following blanket pardons issued by former President Trump on the day of his inauguration. Want More Context? 🔎

New York City's Ace’s Place, aimed at supporting transgender individuals, has been announced by the Department of Social Services to provide a safe environment for healing and stability amidst rising discrimination. It addresses the significant homelessness and poverty rates within the transgender community, marking a critical step towards inclusivity and support for marginalized groups. Want More Context? 🔎