Jurors

Jury Selection Begins in Michael Miske Jr. Trial: Challenges Arise as Potential Jurors Disqualified

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HONOLULU – The jury selection process began on Monday in the trial of Michael Miske Jr., with more than half of the potential jurors being ruled out for various reasons. Attorneys for the prosecution and defense questioned 19 potential jurors individually, and by the end of the day, 11 had been struck and eight remained in consideration. Miske, who is accused of being a racketeering boss, is facing 22 federal counts in a wide-ranging conspiracy case. He appeared in U.S. District Court alongside his two co-defendants, his half-brother John Stancil and Delia Fabro-Miske. Stancil is … Read more

The 2024 Sundance Film Festival Announces Jurors for Awards of Artistic and Cinematic Excellence

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PARK CITY, Utah — The Sundance Institute, a nonprofit organization, announced today the jurors for the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. The festival, celebrating its 40th edition, will take place from January 18-28, 2024, in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah, with select films also available for online viewing from January 25-28. The jurors will grant awards for artistic and cinematic excellence in various categories. The 16-member jury is made up of film, art, and culture experts who are all alumni of the Sundance Festival. In addition to serving on the jury, they will participate … Read more

In the Courtroom: A Juror’s Unconventional Stand Amidst Evidence Controversy

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BALTIMORE, MD – A recent criminal trial in Baltimore City Circuit Court has led to a hung jury in a case involving first-degree assault charges. The defendant was accused of shooting and injuring an unarmed man, with the potential penalty being up to 25 years in prison. The trial, although short, was filled with intense moments and raised questions about missing evidence. During the trial, a surveillance video was presented as incriminating evidence against the defendant. It showed him exiting a car with a gun and firing three shots at the victim. However, for a … Read more

Sundance Film Festival 2024 Welcomes Star-Studded Lineup of Jurors, Including RuPaul Charles and Lena Waithe

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PARK CITY, Utah – The 2024 Sundance Film Festival, set to take place from January 18-28, is fast approaching, and preparations are well underway. One of the most important aspects of the festival is selecting the jurors who will determine the winners of the various competition categories. Over the years, Sundance has had the privilege of hosting esteemed individuals such as Quentin Tarantino, Jane Campion, and Sarah Polley. This year’s jury lineup includes notable Sundance alumni, including Lena Waithe, Debra Granik, Jennifer Kent, and Zal Batmanglij. In an announcement made by the Sundance Institute, the … Read more