Nashville Musician Gunned Down, Five Teens Arrested
Metro police have arrested two boys, ages 13 and 16, and three girls, ages 12, 14 and 15 with criminal homicide in connection with Yorlets' death. Names of the suspects have yet to be released.
HBO To Air Controversial 'Leaving Neverland' in March
Wade Robson and James Safechuck — whose court testimony in 2005 helped acquit the late singer of alleged improper contact with young boys that haunted him during most of his career — completely changed their tune in Reed's documentary, in which they star. They were adults at the time of the 2005 trial.
TSA Found 4,000+ Firearms in Airport Carry-ons in 2018
Disturbingly, nearly 34 percent of the 4,239 firearms the TSA found in carry-on luggage had a bullet in the chamber, according to a new report from the agency.
Overlooked for Oscars: Non-Acting Women
"A nomination for an Academy Award can open doors," Jane Fonda told the Women's Media Center.
Walmart Nazi-Print Pillow Prompts Priest to Teach
The Very Rev. Ryan Newman told The Fresno Bee he plans to use the pillow to tell a story about the need to "stand for love, acceptance and peace."
Woody Allen Sues Amazon for $68M for Breach of Contract
The lawsuit seeks damages for Amazon terminating a four-picture production and distribution deal with the controversial filmmaker.
Investment: Ford Adds Jobs, Sinks $1B into Chicago
"It's a real vote of confidence in this city," said Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel at the auto show. He added that the city had ordered 200 new police cruisers from Ford.
Parents Call for Teacher's Firing After Tweets
Reportedly, Grissom falsely accused a student in Kentucky of being involved in a controversial video of teens engaging with Native Americans in Washington, D.C. In tweets, Grissom referred to the student by name and called him a "Hitler Youth."
Housing Advocates Blast CA Mayor Over Border Wall
Lan Diep, a San Jose city councilman, responded: "Congrats to Cupertino Mayor Steve Scharf for out-Trumping Trump on the night of the SOTU by declaring that Cupertino will build a wall and make San Jose pay for it. We are not amused."
'The Simpsons' Renewed for Two More Seasons
"We've got some eeeeeexcellllent news... #TheSimpsons has been renewed for Seasons 31 and 32!," posted the show's official Twitter account.
Bob Marley Birthday: Quotes from the Late Reggae King
The MOBO Awards tweeted: "Sending praise to Bob Marley on what would've been his 74th birthday. His message travelled across the world and united people. One Love still stands."
$1M Bet on Length of Gladys Knight's National Anthem
Online sports betting site Bovada confirmed its official run time at 1:49, paying both over and under the betting line.
No-Host Oscars: Maybe the Presenters Can Be Mini-Hosts?
" … it's a tale about celebrity cluelessness, arrogance, and the troubling trend of dismissing all online criticism, of any validity, as 'trolling,'" wrote The Atlantic on January 4.
TSA Officer Jumps to His Death in Busy Orlando Airport
Travelers standing in line scattered. Some thought the sound was gunfire.
Trump Clone Brazilian President Bolsonaro Draws Support
Bolsonaro is hated for his diatribes against women, gays and blacks, but loved by his supporters for his tough talk. He exalts Brazil's military dictatorship, advocates torture and threatens to destroy, jail or drive his political opponents into exile.
Customs Seizes Month-Old Leopard Cub at India Airport
Kaja Moideen, 45, was arrested as officials followed a general tip to keep a watch out for possible animal smuggling at the airport, reported NDTV.
Suicides Nearly Triple Among Elite Forces
The Veterans Crisis Line and Military Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255, press 1. The crisis lines connect veterans and service members in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring US Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat or text.
Super Bowl Hit: Kaepernick Lawyer Slams Adam Levine
"No one put more thought and love into this than I did," said Adam Levine.
Georgia Aquarium Animals to Debut on 'Animal Planet'
Animal Planet will have "unprecedented access to the inner workings" of what is reportedly the largest aquarium in the Western Hemisphere.
What Kind of Super Bowl Commercials Can You Expect?
If you watch the 53rd Super Bowl as much for the surprise commercials as you do football, then a slew of new commercials on CBS awaits your curious soul.
Popular 'Sex Education' Snags Second Season on Netflix
Asa Butterfield, a 21-year-old British actor, stars as teenager Otis Milburn opposite Gillian Anderson, who plays his mother, Jean Milburn.
Stephen King's 'The Stand' Fantasy Returns via CBS
"I'm excited and so very pleased that 'The Stand' is going to have a new life on this exciting new platform," said author Stephen King in a statement.
Third Time's the Charm: Manson Follower Granted Parole
In the highly publicized story, Leslie Van Houten said in a 2018 hearing that she had joined several other members of the group in killing the LaBiancas, carving up Leno LaBianca's body and smearing the couple's blood on the walls.
Who Are the Irish Honorees at the Oscar Wilde Awards?
"Well isn't this grand," tweeted Irish actor Chris O'Dowd. "Thank you very much indeed. I shall wear my finest shoes and plan my weekly wash accordingly. Go raibh faith agat."
MJ Nephew Launches GoFundMe to Fund Family Documentary
"The time has come to tell the true side of his story," posted Taj Jackson, Michael Jackson's nephew, on Twitter.
Man With Explosive Device Holding Man Hostage on Bus
In an apparent hostage situation in Butte, Montana, police officers believe one man possessing an explosive device and a handgun is currently holding at least one other man hostage inside a Jefferson Lines bus.
Fox Shutters 'Empire,' 'Proven Innocent' Due to Cold
The shut-down is not related to the suspected racial, homophobic attack on Smollett, but the attack has sent chills throughout the entertainment and social justice communities.
Actress Louisa Moritz, Bill Cosby Accuser, Dies
Moritz, 72, who famously played Rose in "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," died of natural causes last week at her home in Los Angeles.
Cancelled: Maroon 5 News Conference, Pre-Super Bowl
"Playing the Super Bowl has been a dream of our band for a long time," Maroon 5's Adam Levine told People.
What is Oscar-Nominated 'Roma' About?
"At that moment, when he offered me the role, all I could think about was that it was an opportunity to make my mother proud," Aparicio, 25, told the New York Times.