Michigan Man Convicted of Involuntary Manslaughter in Roommate’s Death After Intense Deliberation

CRYSTAL FALLS, Mich. β€” A jury in Crystal Falls delivered their verdict Sunday in a high-profile murder case, convicting 71-year-old James Clement of involuntary manslaughter in the death of his housemate, Ralph Schuirmann, after nearly three and a half hours of deliberation. In addition to manslaughter, Clement was found guilty of providing false information to law enforcement during a violent crime investigation. The decision, reached after a seven-day trial, marks a pivot from the initial charges levied against Clement in 2021, which included second-degree murder. Iron County Trial Court Judge Donald Powell stated during the … Read more

Dakar Rally 2025 Unleashes Early Upsets: Rally Legends Out as Saudi Arabia’s Intense Stages Challenge Even Seasoned Drivers

As the dust settles in the vast deserts of Saudi Arabia, the 2025 Dakar Rally is proving to be a formidable challenge for participants, further intensifying the legendary status of the race. A particularly grueling 48-hour stage has already reshaped the competition, presenting daunting hurdles from the outset and dramatically altering the fortunes of key racers. Among them, four-time champion Carlos Sainz Sr and WRC legend Sebastien Loeb found their campaigns in tatters early on, highlighting the rally’s unpredictability and the demanding nature of its routes. The Dakar Rally, now in its 47th edition, has … Read more

Intense Deliberations: Jurors Demand Testimony Reread in High-Profile Witness Tampering Trial

Buffalo, N.Y. β€” As the trial of Peter Gerace Jr. progresses, jurors resumed deliberations on Thursday, requesting to revisit testimony concerning alleged witness tampering, a key element of the case against the Buffalo strip club owner. The trial, which has captured local attention due to its lurid details and accusations involving federal law enforcement, includes charges of witness tampering, conspiracy to distribute drugs, and aiding in sex trafficking. At the center of the six-week trial are accusations that Gerace conspired with a former Drug Enforcement Administration Agent, Joseph Bongiovanni, to evade federal narcotics investigations. Additionally, … Read more

Stabbed in Jail, Rapper Yak Gotti Faces Court Amid Intense Deliberations in High-Stakes Gang Trial

Atlanta, GA β€” A man co-indicted with rapper Young Thug appeared in court Monday with visible injuries after being stabbed in jail, as the lengthy jury deliberations continued. Deamonte Kendrick, known in the music industry as Yak Gotti, suffered head injuries during an altercation at the Fulton County Jail’s south annex in Union City, according to his attorney Doug Weinstein. Kendrick, who was back in court with four to five staples in his head, seemed to be coping well despite the unfortunate incident. “He’s doing really well,” Weinstein said outside the Fulton County Courthouse, stressing … Read more