Jury

Cherokee County Jury Convicts Kenric Russell of Stalking: A Community’s Call for Justice

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CANTON, Ga. — A Cherokee County jury has convicted Kenric Russell of stalking, following revelations of persistent harassment involving multiple victims. The jury reached its verdict after weighing evidence presented during the trial, which included testimony from witnesses about Russell’s behavior over a series of alarming incidents. The prosecution detailed a pattern of threatening and invasive actions by Russell, culminating in a course of conduct that left victims feeling unsafe. The case received significant attention, reflecting growing community concern over stalking and the impact it has on individuals and families. The jurors deliberated for several … Read more

Tehama County Supervisors Reach Consensus on Most Issues, Split on Grand Jury Response Approval

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Red Bluff, California — The Tehama County Board of Supervisors convened for a brief meeting on Tuesday, largely operating in consensus until the final agenda item, which required their formal responses to the grand jury. This contentious discussion culminated in a narrow 3-2 vote. Supervisors Pati Nolen and Rob Burroughs opposed the resolution. The meeting proceeded with a streamlined agenda, showcasing a level of agreement among the supervisors on most issues. However, the grand jury responses sparked a significant debate, shedding light on various concerns raised in the report that supervisors deemed essential to address. … Read more

Jury Awards $205 Million to Family of Girl Who Tragically Fell from Amusement Park Ride

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Glenwood Springs, Colorado — The family of a six-year-old girl who tragically died after falling from an amusement park ride in 2021 was awarded $205 million by a jury earlier this month. This decision comes as part of a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Wongel Estifanos four years ago. Wongel fell to her death on September 5, 2021, while visiting Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park with her relatives. According to the lawsuit, her uncle had accompanied Wongel, along with two of his children and another family member, on the Haunted Mine Drop ride. … Read more

Polk County’s Costly Fallout: Jury Awards $4 Million to Wrongfully Terminated HR Director Amid Political Turmoil

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DES MOINES, Iowa — A jury in Dallas County has awarded former Polk County Human Resources Director Jim Niehaus more than $4 million in a wrongful termination lawsuit. The ruling opens the door for taxpayers to potentially shoulder part of this substantial financial burden. The jury found that several Polk County officials were liable for libel when they terminated Niehaus’s employment in 2020. The circumstances surrounding Niehaus’s firing are emblematic of a larger pattern of internal disputes among the Polk County Board of Supervisors. Supervisor Matt McCoy commented on the ongoing turmoil, acknowledging the challenges … Read more