Jury

Roanoke Grand Jury Indicts Three Men in High-Profile Murder Cases

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ROANOKE, Va. — A Grand Jury in Roanoke indicted three local men on serious criminal charges, reviving attention to past violent incidents that shook the community. The indictments, issued this Monday, involve cases of murder and robbery that had occurred between 2021 and 2022. Eric Dwayne Swain Jr., 23, faces six felony charges including first-degree murder, robbery, aggravated malicious wounding, and three counts pertaining to the use of a firearm during the commission of a felony. These charges link back to a harrowing night on January 23, 2022. During the incidents of that evening, Tyiray … Read more

Gia Coppola’s ‘The Last Showgirl’ Captivates at San Sebastián, Secures Special Jury Prize Amid Star-Studded Acclaim

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San Sebastián, Spain – Gia Coppola’s film “The Last Showgirl” garnered significant recognition at the 2024 San Sebastián Film Festival, claiming the Special Jury Prize. The event, a fixture in Spain’s Basque Country, showcased an array of global cinema from Sept. 20-28. The film, lauded for its profound character portrayals and a sensitive narrative, delves into the life of a seasoned Las Vegas showgirl facing the abrupt end of her long-standing stage career. The festival’s jury highlighted the movie’s ability to capture the essence of impending obsolescence in a profession, noting its evocative and nuanced … Read more

Brazos County Jury Decides for City of Bryan in Contract Dispute Case

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BRYAN, Texas — A jury in Brazos County District Court has sided with the city of Bryan in a breach of contract lawsuit, delivering a verdict that dismisses claims made by a local business against the city. The decision, reached late Tuesday, marked a significant victory for the city, affirming its stance that it had acted in accordance with the terms agreed upon by both parties. The lawsuit originated from a dispute between the city of Bryan and Coastal Construction, a company contracted to undertake major renovations at a local community center. Coastal Construction had … Read more

NYC Subway Incident Trial Advances: Jury to Hear Defendant’s Statements in Homeless Man’s Choking Death

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New York, NY — A ruling was made in a New York City courtroom on Friday that could pave the way for jurors to hear firsthand the statements made by Daniel Penny following his involvement in a fatal incident on the subway last year. Penny is accused of manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide after he choked Jordan Neely, a homeless man, during a confrontation on the F train. Penny, who is a former Marine, did not contest that he placed Neely in a chokehold; he claims it was an act of defense designed to protect … Read more