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Local Attorney Caught in $20 Million Escrow Fraud Scandal, Faces Lawsuit

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FEDERAL WAY, Wash. — A lawsuit has been filed against Shawn Harju, a local attorney and business owner, accusing her of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that resulted in nearly $20 million in losses for Highmore Financing Company. The allegations, detailed in a recent filing in King County Superior Court, include multiple charges ranging from breach of fiduciary duty to civil conspiracy. Harju, who practices law under Chrysalis Solutions, also owns Three Trees Yoga in Federal Way and holds the position of vice chair on the Federal Way Chamber of Commerce board of directors. These roles … Read more

Judge Bars Media Cameras in Myon Burrell’s New Felony Trial; Escalates Public and Legal Debate

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MINNEAPOLIS — Myon Burrell, whose life sentence for a murder conviction was commuted in 2020, is back in the spotlight as he faces new charges related to weapons and drugs. The trial, set to commence in Hennepin County District Court on Monday, has attracted additional attention after a request to allow courtroom cameras was denied by a local judge. Burrell, who was arrested during a 2022 traffic stop by Robbinsdale police, was allegedly found with a loaded Glock and illegal drugs in his vehicle. The decision to keep cameras out of the courtroom was made … Read more

Becky Hammon Counters Former Player’s Bullying Claims Amid Legal Battle

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Las Vegas, NV — In a post-game press conference following the Las Vegas Aces’ 87-71 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks, Aces head coach Becky Hammon addressed allegations leveled against her and the organization by former player Dearica Hamby. Hammon, now coaching the player who accused her and the team of significant misconduct, explicitly refuted the claims of bullying and discrimination. Hammon, expressing a strong disagreement with Hamby’s accusations, stated, “It just didn’t happen — the bullying. I spoke with her every day. If she wanted to practice, she practiced. If she didn’t, she didn’t. … Read more

Crucial Verdict Looms: Jury to Determine Parental Accountability in Santa Fe School Shooting Case

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SANTA FE, Texas — A Texas jury is tasked with determining whether the parents of a gunman who opened fire at Santa Fe High School should be held accountable for their son’s actions. The deliberations, which commence Monday, center around the pivotal civil lawsuit stemming from the tragic 2018 incident that left 10 people dead and 13 others wounded. The civil trial challenges the notion of parental responsibility in violent acts committed by minors, probing the depths of culpability and the role of guardians in preventing such catastrophes. Legal experts suggest the outcome could set … Read more