Luigi Mangione attorneys seek dismissal of state murder case

Gregg Popovich, the NBA's winningest coach, announced his resignation as head coach of the San Antonio Spurs after nearly 30 years, although he will continue as team president. During his tenure, Popovich led the Spurs to five championships and holds the all-time record for coaching wins, finishing with a record of 1,422-869. He expressed gratitude to players, staff, and fans while acknowledging the profound impact he has had on basketball and the community, especially after...

Ruth Buzzi, famed for her role as Gladys Ormphby on "Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In", has passed away at 88 after battling Alzheimer's and receiving hospice care. Over her 45-year career, she made over 200 television appearances, won a Golden Globe, and was a two-time Emmy nominee. Buzzi's iconic character, known for her frumpy appearance and sharp wit, resonated with audiences, symbolizing the overlooked and marginalized, and she remained active in the entertainment industry until her...

Cheaper goods from China will soon become more expensive for U.S. consumers due to the expiration of a tax loophole allowing duty-free import of packages valued under $800, effective May 2. This change, initiated by an executive order from President Trump, aims to combat the influx of fentanyl from China but is expected to lead to higher prices, delays in shipments, and a diminished market for low-cost imports. While U.S. retailers may benefit from reduced...

The film "Rust" has been released in theaters over three years after cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot on set by a prop gun handled by actor Alec Baldwin in October 2021. Baldwin, who faced involuntary manslaughter charges alongside armorer Hannah Gutierrez, had the charges dismissed in 2023 and 2024, while Gutierrez was sentenced to 18 months in prison. Following a yearlong investigation and multiple lawsuits, production resumed in April 2023 with Hutchins' husband as...

U.S. Job Growth and Economic OutlookIn April, U.S. employers added 177,000 jobs, surpassing expectations of 135,000, while the unemployment rate remained steady at 4.2%. Despite concerns over the Trump administration's trade policies and rising layoffs, particularly in federal employment due to government cuts, significant job gains were noted in healthcare and transportation sectors. However, increased unemployment benefits filings and a GDP contraction of 0.3% in Q1 signal potential economic challenges ahead, leading analysts to suggest...

On her first day at the University of the Pacific in 1979, 18-year-old Catina Rose Salarno met her ex-boyfriend, Steven Burns, who fatally shot her after she refused to reconcile. Despite a troubled relationship marked by threats, Catina believed she could handle the situation, leading to her tragic death. Her sister, Nina Salarno, became a prosecutor specializing in domestic violence, emphasizing the dangers of leaving an abuser and the importance of making a clean break...