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Trial Begins for Wichita Falls Mother Facing Charges of Severe Child Neglect and Exploitation

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Wichita Falls, Texas — A jury trial is set to commence on September 24, 2025, following the selection of 12 jurors to hear the case against a mother accused of neglecting her child. Catherine Lynn Jarvey, 35, faces charges of injury to a child resulting in serious bodily harm and exploitation of a child after her six-year-old son was found in a severely malnourished state, weighing just 15 pounds. The jury was formed after two days of selection, which began on September 22 at the Wichita County Courthouse. Proceedings are scheduled to start at 9 … Read more

Trump’s Bid to Challenge E. Jean Carroll’s $83 Million Ruling Falls Short

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NEW YORK — A federal judge has upheld a jury’s decision to award E. Jean Carroll $83 million in her defamation case against former President Donald Trump. This ruling is a significant development in a legal battle that has drawn considerable public attention and underscores the ongoing repercussions of Trump’s statements regarding the incident. The jury’s verdict, reached in May, found Trump liable for sexual assault and defamation, stemming from Carroll’s accusations of an assault that allegedly took place in the mid-1990s. Trump, in a statement following the verdict, continued to deny the allegations, asserting … Read more

Park Chan-wook’s ‘No Other Choice’ Falls Short of Venice Film Festival Honors

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Venice, Italy — Park Chan-wook’s latest film, “No Other Choice,” did not receive an award at the Venice International Film Festival, a disappointment for fans and critics alike. Known for his distinctive storytelling style, the acclaimed South Korean director had hoped to add another accolade to his impressive resume at this prestigious event. The film, which explores themes of life, death, and moral dilemmas, faced stiff competition against a range of international entries. Park’s work is typically characterized by rich visual narratives and complex characters, which had set high expectations going into the festival. However, … Read more

"Grand Jury Rebuffs Indictment: Legal Experts Warn of Trust Erosion in Federal Prosecution as Assault Case Against Sidney Lori Reed Falls Flat"

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Washington, D.C. – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, overseen by Jeanine Pirro, is encountering challenges in securing grand jury indictments this month, raising concerns about the department’s criminal prosecution strategies. One key case involves Sidney Lori Reed, who was arrested in late July for allegedly assaulting federal officers. The grand jury has refrained from bringing charges against her after three separate presentations, a situation that remains unusual in federal prosecution circles where indictments are typically granted with relative ease. The court clerk has not clarified the reasons behind the grand jury’s … Read more