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Former Metro Transit Officers Allege Racism, Seek Reinstatement in Explosive Lawsuit

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Minneapolis, MN – A recent lawsuit against the Metropolitan Council has put a spotlight on alleged discriminatory practices within its Metro Transit Police Department. The legal action accuses former Chief of Police Eddie Frizell of racial and sexist discrimination towards two former officers, allegedly to cater to certain biases within the department. Brooke Blakey and Sidney Jones, both former officers of the Metro Transit Police, are the plaintiffs in this lawsuit. They claim they were unfairly targeted and disciplined by Frizell, who was purportedly motivated by personal ambitions of furthering his career, with sights set … Read more

Mall in Metro Atlanta Reopens with Legal Battle Brewing: Business Owners Seek Compensation after Power Bill Debacle

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Atlanta, GA – The Town Center at Cobb, a metro Atlanta mall, resumed operations Wednesday after a temporary shutdown due to outstanding electricity bills. Shane Starr, a local business owner within the mall, expressed his frustrations and announced intentions to pursue legal action against the mall’s management over the unresolved financial practices. Starr, the proprietor of Starrcade in the mall, has engaged legal counsel to explore possible action against Kohan Retail Investment Group, the New York-based entity that owns the property. Starr is also looking to consolidate support from other affected business owners to initiate … Read more

“Topakk” Triumphs at Metro Manila Film Festival: Arjo Atayde’s Action Film Clinches Three Awards Including the Esteemed FPJ Memorial Award

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Manila, Philippines – The action film “Topakk,” featuring actor and legislator Arjo Atayde, captured three awards at the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival, highlighted by the prestigious Fernando Poe Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence. The festival, which took place on a recent Friday, celebrates local cinema while encouraging innovative storytelling and exemplary production values. “Topakk” tells the gripping tale of a former military man battling PTSD who becomes entangled with a rogue police squad. In addition to the Fernando Poe Jr. Award, the film also secured the Jury Prize Award and was recognized for having … Read more

California Woman Sues Metro Boomin, Accuses Him of Rape and Writing Song About the Assault

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Los Angeles — A California woman has sued hip-hop producer Leland “Metro Boomin” Wayne, alleging that he raped her in 2016 while she was unconscious and inspired contentious lyrics about the incident. The lawsuit was filed in Los Angeles Superior Court by Vanessa LeMaistre, 38, who contends that she was assaulted after becoming acquainted with Wayne during a period of vulnerability following the death of her infant. According to the legal filings, LeMaistre met Wayne at a party in Las Vegas in spring 2016. Their friendship deepened as she confided in him about her grief … Read more