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Scott Peterson timeline: key dates in murder case
In November 2004, Scott Peterson was convicted of murdering his wife, Laci, and their unborn son, Conner. Prosecutors alleged that Peterson’s motive for the murders was to escape married life and upcoming fatherhood. His death sentence was overturned in 2020, and he is serving a life sentence without parole. In January 2024, the Los Angeles Innocence Project, a non-profit that works to exonerate people who are wrongly convicted, announced it is representing Peterson as it investigates his “claim of actual innocence.”
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Who can take the newly available over-the-counter birth control pill?
The first oral contraceptive approved for over-the-counter use in the United States will become available in stores and online this month. The medication, known as Opill, has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $19.99 for a one-month supply and $49.99 for a three-month supply.
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Bitcoin surged to its all-time high on March 4, shaking off a more than two-year rut that put the future of the entire crypto ecosystem …
Published on March 5, 2024
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Bitcoin surges to new record high; mainstream money flows into crypto
Bitcoin surged to an all-time high Tuesday, shaking off a more-than-two-year rut that had put the future of the entire crypto ecosystem in question.
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Houston native serves with U.S. Navy
Capt. Patrick Pemberton, a native of Houston, Texas, serves U.S. Navy Program Executive Office, Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (PEO C4I).
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Famous booth from ‘The Sopranos’ final episode sells on eBay
The famous booth from “The Sopranos” final episode has been sold on eBay for $82,600, according to the auction website.
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Move over, McDonald’s - Gregg's, king of British breakfast, meal deal costs less than $4
Forget the Egg McMuffin. Brits are going crazy for the bacon and sausage buns offered by Greggs, a 85-year-old chain of budget bakeries that just posted its best-ever performance.
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Sinbad speaks with audience via video conferencing at 'A Different World HBCU College Tour' last week. Mandatory Credit: Nykieria Chaney/Getty Images via CNN Newsource
Published on March 5, 2024
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Sinbad is back after a stroke: ‘Miracles happen’
Sinbad says he has felt all the prayers directed his way since his debilitating stroke in 2020, and he is vowing to make a comeback.
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Text messages shed new light on scope of fake electors plot after 2020 election
Right-wing attorney Kenneth Chesebro, who helped devise the Trump campaign’s fake electors plot, continued proposing ways to overturn the 2020 presidential election even after the US Capitol attack on January 6, 2021, according to texts and emails made public Monday as part of a lawsuit.
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Kenneth Chesebro speaks at the Fulton County Courthouse on October 20, 2023, in Atlanta. Chesebro continued proposing ways to overturn the 2020 presidential election even …
Published on March 5, 2024
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Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce announces he is retiring from the NFL
Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is retiring from the NFL, the 36-year-old announced at an emotional news conference Monday.
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Crews battling massive Texas wildfires get a crucial opportunity to contain flames in calmer weather Monday
Firefighters racing to wrangle the largest blaze in Texas history could get their best chance in days to contain the flames in the wake of a cold front Monday. Hot air and raging winds have fueled the infernos in recent days, reducing entire neighborhoods to rubble and inflicting harrowing injuries upon ranchers’ livestock.
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Tia Champion and her husband Tim help a friend search the remains of her home near Stinnett, Texas, after it was destroyed by the Smokehouse …
Published on March 5, 2024
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Text messages shed new light on scope of fake electors plot after 2020 election
Right-wing attorney Kenneth Chesebro, who helped devise the Trump campaign’s fake electors plot, continued proposing ways to overturn the 2020 presidential election even after the US Capitol attack on January 6, 2021, according to texts and emails made public Monday as part of a lawsuit.
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Kenneth Chesebro speaks at the Fulton County Courthouse on October 20, 2023, in Atlanta. Chesebro continued proposing ways to overturn the 2020 presidential election even …
Published on March 4, 2024
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California towns buried under more than 10 feet of snow
California’s mountain towns and ski resorts are digging out after a blockbuster blizzard buried them and major roads under several feet of snow.
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Former Utah school bus driver accused of setting bus on fire with students onboard
A former school bus driver in Utah faces both federal and state arson charges for allegedly lighting his school bus on fire in two separate incidents, including at least once with students onboard.
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Experience Elegance and Artistry at the Glittering "Tutus & Tuxes Gala" by the Edison Arts Foundation!
Mark your calendars for an enchanting evening celebrating the transformative power of the arts at the "Tutus & Tuxes Gala," presented by the Edison Arts Foundation. Set against the backdrop of The Landmark Community Center in Missouri City, TX, this gala promises to be an unforgettable affair, merging sophistication with creativity on Saturday, April 27, 2024, starting at 7:00 p.m.
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JSU Art Students Shine in Real-World Collaboration with Visit JXN for JXN Restaurant Rebranding!
Exciting news from Jackson State University (JSU) and Visit Jackson as they team up to empower local restaurants in Jackson, Mississippi, through a dynamic collaboration with JSU’s Department of Art. At a recent press conference on March 1, three talented JSU graphic design students unveiled their stunning work—new logos, signage, and marketing materials—for three beloved "City with Soul" restaurants.
