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  • 2 Dead and 3 Injured Following Las Vegas Gym Shooting

    2 Dead and 3 Injured Following Las Vegas Gym Shooting

    A shooting at a Las Vegas gym on Friday afternoon resulted in two deaths, including the shooter, and injured at least three others. The incident occurred at the Las Vegas Athletic Club, with the suspect later dying in the hospital, reports the New York Post

    Officials were heavily present along North Rainbow Boulevard; however, there was no ongoing threat to the public. Three injured people were taken to local hospitals, with one in critical condition. Police are still looking into the motive behind the shooting. 

    A witness, Claudio Vigani, told KLAS-TV, “They said ‘Get out, get out, get out… Then I saw the dead guy next to the machine.”

    Gary Steward, on his way to the gym with a companion, told the Las Vegas Review-Journal that stopping at a nutrition store saved them. If they hadn’t stopped, they would have been at the front desk when the shooter arrived. They saw glass breaking and fled back to the parking lot.

    Steward said, “It’s just a weird feeling right now… It’s strange. Who shoots up a gym?”

    #Clique, what are your thoughts? 

  • Regina Ventura, Cassie’s Mother, Scheduled to Testify During Week Two of Diddy Trial, Reports Reveal

    Regina Ventura, Cassie’s Mother, Scheduled to Testify During Week Two of Diddy Trial, Reports Reveal

    CNN has revealed that Regina Ventura, the mother of singer Cassie, may take the witness stand as early as next week. 

    Prosecutor Maurene Comey mentioned that Regina could be called to provide her account following the testimony of Dawn Richard, a former artist of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ girl group “Danity Kane.” As it stands, Regina Ventura’s appearance in court is anticipated. 

    However, the prosecution’s strategy for obtaining Regina Ventura’s testimony is still unclear, as is the nature of the questions she will be asked while under oath.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Joe Exotic’s Spouse Deported to Mexico Following His Release from Prison, Reports Say

    Joe Exotic’s Spouse Deported to Mexico Following His Release from Prison, Reports Say

    Joe Exotic, famously known as “The Tiger King,” is back in the news following reports that his husband was deported to Mexico shortly after his release from prison, as reported by TMZ.

    A representative for Joe confirmed to the outlet that Jorge Marquez Flores, 33, was deported to Mexico on Friday after being freed from a Texas prison. Just a day prior, the “Tiger King” star had shared on social media that Jorge was taken to an ICE Detention Center for a hearing regarding his status in the U.S. Ultimately, he was sent back to Mexico just hours later, according to sources.

    Joe and Jorge got engaged in October 2024 and later tied the knot in April while still incarcerated. Jorge was serving a sentence for immigration-related offenses, while Joe is facing a 21-year prison term for his role in a murder-for-hire scheme aimed at his former co-star Carole Baskin. Previously, Joe had mentioned that he and Jorge intended to leave the United States once they were released from prison.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Two New York State Troopers Stabbed by Female Carjacking Suspect While Attempting to Make an Arrest

    Two New York State Troopers Stabbed by Female Carjacking Suspect While Attempting to Make an Arrest

    Two New York State troopers were stabbed by a suspected female car thief near Buffalo on Saturday afternoon, according to officials as reported by the NY Post

    The incident took place around 3:25 p.m. when the officers approached a stolen vehicle at Crosby’s Gas Station in Bolivar. As they tried to arrest the driver, she resisted. She allegedly stabbed one trooper above the eye and the other in the head, said New York State Police.

    One of the troopers discharged their firearm but did not hit the suspect, police stated. The alleged carjacker was apprehended with minor injuries. The trooper who was stabbed in the eye was transported to Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester in serious condition. The investigation is still ongoing.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • CBP Officers Seize $875K Worth of Marijuana Hidden in a Shipment of Men’s Overalls

    CBP Officers Seize $875K Worth of Marijuana Hidden in a Shipment of Men’s Overalls

    US Customs and Border Protection officers in Baltimore seized $875,000 worth of marijuana that was hidden in a shipment disguised as men’s overalls, according to the NY Post

    On April 29, officers discovered over 200 pounds of the psychoactive substance concealed within 155 vacuum-sealed packages, as stated in a press release from CBP. The drug-laden packages were being sent via air cargo to Belgium and were labeled as “brace overalls for men / heavy duty workwear bib.”

    CBP noted that while the marijuana has a street value of approximately $875,000 in the US, its worth could potentially double or triple in Europe, depending on its potency. “Smugglers, including transnational criminal organizations, based in oversaturated marijuana markets, attempt to generate revenue by illegally exporting bulk shipments to markets across the globe,” Jason Kropiewnicki, the acting area port director for the Area Port of Baltimore, said in a statement.

    According to CBP, special agents from Homeland Security Investigations Border Enforcement Security Task Force are currently investigating the matter.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?

  • Ziploc Brand Hit with New Class Action Lawsuit for Misleading Packaging, Reports Say

    Ziploc Brand Hit with New Class Action Lawsuit for Misleading Packaging, Reports Say

    A class action lawsuit has been filed against Ziploc, according to the Kitchen. The resealable plastic bag brand is being accused of false advertising.

    Linda Cheslow, a resident of California, is suing Ziploc’s parent company, S.C. Johnson & Son Inc., for misleading packaging on Ziploc products. The lawsuit claims that the materials used in these products, which include polyethylene and polypropylene, have been scientifically shown to potentially release microplastics when exposed to extreme temperatures.

    Ziploc markets its products as safe for use in microwaves and freezers. 

    What Are Microsplastics?

    Microplastics are tiny plastic particles, measuring less than 5 millimeters. It can be harmful to the body if ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin, reports note. “There are some recent studies suggesting that microplastics have been found to contribute to strokes,” according to Dr. Alex LeBeau, a toxicologist and certified industrial hygienis. “However, critiques of other vascular-related studies have indicated a lack of associated health effects from the presence of microplastics.”

    A spokesperson for S.C. Johnson told USA Today in a statement, “We believe Ziploc products are safe when used as directed and the claims in this lawsuit are without merit.”

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  • Parent Under Fire After Giving Kindergartners Alcoholic Jell-O Shots, Reports Say It’s The Second Case In A Month

    Parent Under Fire After Giving Kindergartners Alcoholic Jell-O Shots, Reports Say It’s The Second Case In A Month

    A kindergartner in Pennsylvania brought spiked Jell-O shots to school and shared them with classmates. This incident occurred less than a month after a mother was apprehended for bringing similar alcoholic treats to her daughter’s fifth-grade class. At least three kindergartners ate the shots, per the New York Post

    Officials say, “The affected students were quickly taken to the nurse’s office for evaluation,” authorities also noted that first responders were contacted “out of an abundance of caution.”

    Cops have not explained how the child got the alcohol-infused Jell-O shots but are looking into the matter. The adult treats seem to be popular in elementary schools. If you recall, last month, a Texas mom was apprehended for sending them to a fifth-grade Christmas party.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts? 

  • Man Says He Lost His Job At Advance Auto Parts After Video Shows Him Attempting To Stop Thief

    Man Says He Lost His Job At Advance Auto Parts After Video Shows Him Attempting To Stop Thief

    Greg Pinson of Houston says he lost his job after attempting to stop a thief at Advance Auto Parts on April 24. Store video shows him attempting to prevent a man from leaving with stolen items while another staffer calls 911. This footage is now part of an investigation by the HoustonPoliceDepartment. Greg Pinson claims this incident led to his job termination, reports ABC13

     “He said, ‘You’re being fired for basically being rude to a customer.’ I said, ‘Wow. That really hit me in the gut,’” said Pinson. 

    Pinson managed Advance Auto Parts for 22 years across nine stores and is a decorated Navy veteran. He acknowledges that his military training involved following orders, and he realizes that he may have overstepped during the incident.

    “I think I broke store policy. I do. As far as stopping the individual from leaving with the items from the store…I can’t say I wouldn’t do it again,” he added. 

    #Clique, what are your thoughts? 

  • St. Louis At Least 4 Dead Following Tornado and High Winds

    St. Louis At Least 4 Dead Following Tornado and High Winds

    At least four people died and ten were injured on Friday due to a storm that caused severe damage in the St. Louis area. The storm led to alerts for tornadoes and strong winds. One injured person is in critical condition, while others are expected to be released from the hospital soon, reports the New York Post

    Most of the damage occurred in the University City area, with images of fallen trees shared on social media. The National Weather Service reported significant wind damage along Pershing Avenue in west St. Louis, and damage was also located in Clayton.

    A resident, Rachel, said, “The skies turned green…The winds started whipping. Then, it fell silent, and then you heard what sounded like a train, and everything started falling.”

    #Clique, what are your thoughts? 

  • Popeye’s Employee Arrested After Shooting Manager Over Burnt Biscuits, Officials Say

    Popeye’s Employee Arrested After Shooting Manager Over Burnt Biscuits, Officials Say

    Rodney Wood, a 22-year-old manager at a Popeyes restaurant in Charlotte, North Carolina, has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after reportedly shooting a co-worker. The incident happened on May 11 during a verbal disagreement about burnt biscuits. According to a bystander, the two workers went outside to fight after one challenged the other over the issue, according to the Independent

    During their fight, Wood reportedly took out a gun and fired two shots. A video shows him shooting at close range, hitting his co-worker once in the groin and once in the chest. The injured employee was hospitalized with serious injuries and needed surgery. 

    When police responded, Wood had already fled the scene. But he was quickly located in the same shopping center. He claimed that the co-worker he shot was a manager as well and stated he was punched three times before firing two warning shots. Despite his explanation, the arrest affidavit noted he did not provide a credible reason for self-defense.

    #Clique, what are your thoughts?