Cassie's cross-examination continues in Diddy trial
R&B singer Cassie was pressed to read aloud her own explicit messages to ex-boyfriend Sean “Diddy” Combs in federal court Thursday, including texts that showed her expressing desire for the drug-fueled group sex she previously testified left her traumatized. Lawyers for Combs sought to portray Cassie to the jury as a willing and eager participant in the music mogul’s sexual lifestyle. Combs has pleaded not guilty to federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges. His defense says that, while he could be violent, nothing he did amounted to a criminal enterprise.
R&B singer Cassie was pressed to read aloud her own explicit messages to ex-boyfriend Sean “Diddy” Combs in federal court Thursday, including texts that showed her expressing desire for the drug-fueled group sex she previously testified left her traumatized. Lawyers for Combs sought to portray Cassie to the jury as a willing and eager participant in the music mogul’s sexual lifestyle. Combs has pleaded not guilty to federal sex trafficking and racketeering charges. His defense says that, while he could be violent, nothing he did amounted to a criminal enterprise.
R&B singer Cassie cross-examined by defense
Cassie Ventura was pressed to read aloud her own messages to ex-boyfriend Sean “Diddy” Combs in federal court Thursday, including texts that showed her expressing desire for the group sex she previously testified had left her traumatized. LiveNOW's Christina Evans is speaking with culture critic and writer Jamilah Lemieux on what happens next.
Cassie Ventura was pressed to read aloud her own messages to ex-boyfriend Sean “Diddy” Combs in federal court Thursday, including texts that showed her expressing desire for the group sex she previously testified had left her traumatized. LiveNOW's Christina Evans is speaking with culture critic and writer Jamilah Lemieux on what happens next.
2-year-old boy survives fall from 15th story of Maryland apartment building
People are calling it a miracle in Montgomery County after a two-year-old survived a fall from the 15th floor of an apartment building.
People are calling it a miracle in Montgomery County after a two-year-old survived a fall from the 15th floor of an apartment building.
Diddy trial: Here's what Cassie said under cross examination
R&B singer Cassie has been forced to read aloud her explicit messages with former boyfriend Sean “Diddy" Combs during his sex trafficking trial.
R&B singer Cassie has been forced to read aloud her explicit messages with former boyfriend Sean “Diddy" Combs during his sex trafficking trial.
‘Alternative perpetrator’ defense for Idaho suspect
During a hearing on Thursday, Bryan Kohberger's defense team claimed they have evidence of an "alternate suspect". Kohberger is expected to go on trial this August for the murders of four college students. A new report shows that a car that looks similar to Kohberger's was seen a number of times near the home where the four University of Idaho students were stabbed to death. He is charged with first-degree murder in the Nov. 13, 2022 deaths of Xana Kernodle, 20, Kaylee Goncalves, 21, Madison Mogen, 21, and Ethan Chapin, 20. The inclusion of an ‘alternative perpetrator’ defense has already been met with some skepticism. There have also been arguments over Kohberger's alibi, which prosecutors say cannot be corroborated by anyone other than the defendant himself. Kohberger was studying for a Ph.D. in criminology at Washington State University. That campus is about 10 miles from the University of Idaho crime scene. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft is getting the latest from Fox News' Kennedy Hayes. He is also speaking to legal analyst Nicole DeBorde on what options Kohberger's defense team are currently looking at.
During a hearing on Thursday, Bryan Kohberger's defense team claimed they have evidence of an "alternate suspect". Kohberger is expected to go on trial this August for the murders of four college students. A new report shows that a car that looks similar to Kohberger's was seen a number of times near the home where the four University of Idaho students were stabbed to death. He is charged with first-degree murder in the Nov. 13, 2022 deaths of Xana Kernodle, 20, Kaylee Goncalves, 21, Madison Mogen, 21, and Ethan Chapin, 20. The inclusion of an ‘alternative perpetrator’ defense has already been met with some skepticism. There have also been arguments over Kohberger's alibi, which prosecutors say cannot be corroborated by anyone other than the defendant himself. Kohberger was studying for a Ph.D. in criminology at Washington State University. That campus is about 10 miles from the University of Idaho crime scene. LiveNOW's Andrew Craft is getting the latest from Fox News' Kennedy Hayes. He is also speaking to legal analyst Nicole DeBorde on what options Kohberger's defense team are currently looking at.
Cassie questioned over explicit messages
More developments today in the Sean ?Diddy? Combs sex trafficking trial, including questions directed toward R&B singer Cassie. She has been speaking about her nearly 11-year relationship with Diddy. Lawyers have been having her read out loud for the jury many sexually explicit messages that she and Combs shared from years before. Former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani is speaking with LiveNOW's Andrew Craft on the latest details.
More developments today in the Sean ?Diddy? Combs sex trafficking trial, including questions directed toward R&B singer Cassie. She has been speaking about her nearly 11-year relationship with Diddy. Lawyers have been having her read out loud for the jury many sexually explicit messages that she and Combs shared from years before. Former federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani is speaking with LiveNOW's Andrew Craft on the latest details.
Human remains found near Taylor Swift's beachside Rhode Island mansion amid serial killer fears
The discovery marks 13th set of remains found across New England since March.
The discovery marks 13th set of remains found across New England since March.
WI judge pleads not guilty to obstructing ICE agents
Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty on Friday to two criminal charges that she tried to help an undocumented migrant evade immigration enforcement.
Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty on Friday to two criminal charges that she tried to help an undocumented migrant evade immigration enforcement.
Cassie cross-examined in Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial
R&B singer Cassandra "Cassie" Ventura returned to the witness stand for a third day on Thursday and was forced under cross-examination to read aloud to a jury her explicit messages with former boyfriend Sean "Diddy" Combs. The case continues to shed light on their allegedly dark and abusive relationship that lasted over a decade. Combs’ sex trafficking trial in Manhattan is expected to last about two months. Cassie Diddy text messages Combs’ lawyers are seeking to portray Cassie as a willing participant in Combs’ lifestyle, and say that while he could be violent, nothing he did amounted to a criminal enterprise. Combs' lawyers began questioning the prosecution's star witness, and some of the text messages read on Thursday expressed enthusiasm for Combs-directed encounters with other men that she previously testified had disgusted her. Defense attorney Anna Estevao read what Combs said in email and text exchanges, while Cassie recited what she wrote to him. In one from August 2009, Combs asked her: "When do you want to freak off? Lol." "I’m always ready to freak off," she replied. Two days later, Cassie sent an explicit message to Combs. "I can’t wait to watch you. I want you to get real hott," he replied. "Me Too, I just want it to be uncontrollable," she said. Cassie asked for a short break, which Judge Arun Subramanian granted, after yet more explicit messages were shown. This came a day after she was made to see still images from videos of sexual encounters during prosecutors’ questioning. Estevao also had Cassie read through warm and loving messages with Combs early in their relationship. Cassie testified that Combs was charismatic, with a larger-than-life personality. At the time, she said, "I had fallen in love with him and cared about him very much." Diddy Trial updates Dig deeper: Prior to the start of the trial, Combs’ lawyers made clear that they intended to label a lot of the sexual behavior of their client as part of the swingers lifestyle. Under questioning, Cassie said that on at least four occasions during their relationship, she watched Diddy have sex with other women. She said Diddy told her it was part of a "swingers lifestyle." Estevao asked Cassie directly whether she thought "freak-offs" were related to the swingers lifestyle. "In a sexual way," Cassie responded, before adding: "They’re very different." Thursday's testimony and evidence was in contrast to the violence and shame Cassie said accompanied "hundreds" of her encounters with male sex workers that Combs watched and controlled during their relationship — which stretched from 2007 to 2018 and started when she was 19, and he was in his 30s. She said the drug-fueled "freak-offs" would last hours and even days, with her sometimes taking IV fluids to recover and eventually developing an opioid addiction because it made her "feel numb" afterward. LiveNOW's Andy Mac talks to FOX 5's Lisa Evers and TMZ's Michael Babcock on the latest.
R&B singer Cassandra "Cassie" Ventura returned to the witness stand for a third day on Thursday and was forced under cross-examination to read aloud to a jury her explicit messages with former boyfriend Sean "Diddy" Combs. The case continues to shed light on their allegedly dark and abusive relationship that lasted over a decade. Combs’ sex trafficking trial in Manhattan is expected to last about two months. Cassie Diddy text messages Combs’ lawyers are seeking to portray Cassie as a willing participant in Combs’ lifestyle, and say that while he could be violent, nothing he did amounted to a criminal enterprise. Combs' lawyers began questioning the prosecution's star witness, and some of the text messages read on Thursday expressed enthusiasm for Combs-directed encounters with other men that she previously testified had disgusted her. Defense attorney Anna Estevao read what Combs said in email and text exchanges, while Cassie recited what she wrote to him. In one from August 2009, Combs asked her: "When do you want to freak off? Lol." "I’m always ready to freak off," she replied. Two days later, Cassie sent an explicit message to Combs. "I can’t wait to watch you. I want you to get real hott," he replied. "Me Too, I just want it to be uncontrollable," she said. Cassie asked for a short break, which Judge Arun Subramanian granted, after yet more explicit messages were shown. This came a day after she was made to see still images from videos of sexual encounters during prosecutors’ questioning. Estevao also had Cassie read through warm and loving messages with Combs early in their relationship. Cassie testified that Combs was charismatic, with a larger-than-life personality. At the time, she said, "I had fallen in love with him and cared about him very much." Diddy Trial updates Dig deeper: Prior to the start of the trial, Combs’ lawyers made clear that they intended to label a lot of the sexual behavior of their client as part of the swingers lifestyle. Under questioning, Cassie said that on at least four occasions during their relationship, she watched Diddy have sex with other women. She said Diddy told her it was part of a "swingers lifestyle." Estevao asked Cassie directly whether she thought "freak-offs" were related to the swingers lifestyle. "In a sexual way," Cassie responded, before adding: "They’re very different." Thursday's testimony and evidence was in contrast to the violence and shame Cassie said accompanied "hundreds" of her encounters with male sex workers that Combs watched and controlled during their relationship — which stretched from 2007 to 2018 and started when she was 19, and he was in his 30s. She said the drug-fueled "freak-offs" would last hours and even days, with her sometimes taking IV fluids to recover and eventually developing an opioid addiction because it made her "feel numb" afterward. LiveNOW's Andy Mac talks to FOX 5's Lisa Evers and TMZ's Michael Babcock on the latest.
Milwaukee City Hall building on lockdown
The Milwaukee City Hall building was placed on lockdown on Thursday, and those inside were told to shelter in place.
The Milwaukee City Hall building was placed on lockdown on Thursday, and those inside were told to shelter in place.
Mom accused of buying ammo, tactical gear for son who threatened mass violence
A Texas mother is accused of buying ammunition and tactical gear for her son who had repeatedly shown a desire to “commit acts of mass violence” at school.
A Texas mother is accused of buying ammunition and tactical gear for her son who had repeatedly shown a desire to “commit acts of mass violence” at school.
TikTok influencer Valeria Marquez gunned down during livestream
The 23-year-old was killed while interacting with her followers during a livestream in a beauty salon.
The 23-year-old was killed while interacting with her followers during a livestream in a beauty salon.
As Florida prepares to execute serial killer, here's everyone on death row
The other states with scheduled executions this year are Alabama, Mississippi, Ohio, and Oklahoma.
The other states with scheduled executions this year are Alabama, Mississippi, Ohio, and Oklahoma.
Decapitated dolphin found in North Carolina; $20K reward offered
Investigators are trying to find the person or people who decapitated a dolphin on a North Carolina island.
Investigators are trying to find the person or people who decapitated a dolphin on a North Carolina island.
Cruise ship crime reaches 2-year high, casting ‘dark cloud’ for travelers: expert
Department of Transportation data reveals 23 alleged rapes among 48 total crimes reported in early 2025.
Department of Transportation data reveals 23 alleged rapes among 48 total crimes reported in early 2025.
Chris Brown arrested in England for 'bottle-tossing incident,' reports
R&B artist Chris Brown was arrested in the United Kingdom on Thursday, over a bottle-throwing incident in a nightclub two years ago, according to sources.
R&B artist Chris Brown was arrested in the United Kingdom on Thursday, over a bottle-throwing incident in a nightclub two years ago, according to sources.
Milwaukee County Judge Dugan pleads not guilty in federal court
Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges that she helped a man who is in the country illegally evade U.S. immigration authorities looking to arrest him in her courtroom.
Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges that she helped a man who is in the country illegally evade U.S. immigration authorities looking to arrest him in her courtroom.
Cassie to be cross-examined in Diddy trial
Cassie Ventura, ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs, is expected to face cross-examination from lawyers today. Cassie testified she was frequently physically and suffered medical issues as a result of the "freak-offs." LiveNOW from host Josh Breslow spoke to criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Michael Brown on the latest.
Cassie Ventura, ex-girlfriend of Sean "Diddy" Combs, is expected to face cross-examination from lawyers today. Cassie testified she was frequently physically and suffered medical issues as a result of the "freak-offs." LiveNOW from host Josh Breslow spoke to criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor Michael Brown on the latest.
Lawyers for Tory Lanez speak after prison stabbing
Authorities have said that the man who attacked rapper Tory Lanez in a California prison is an inmate serving a life sentence for second-degree murder. A judge rejected a motion for a new trial coming from Lanez?s lawyers, who are continuing to appeal his conviction. LiveNOW's Christina Evans is speaking more about the latest developments with legal analyst Adante Pointer.
Authorities have said that the man who attacked rapper Tory Lanez in a California prison is an inmate serving a life sentence for second-degree murder. A judge rejected a motion for a new trial coming from Lanez?s lawyers, who are continuing to appeal his conviction. LiveNOW's Christina Evans is speaking more about the latest developments with legal analyst Adante Pointer.
Takeaways from latest Cassie testimony in Diddy trial
Legal analyst Adante Pointer joins LiveNOW's Christina Evans to break down what we learned Wednesday in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial.
Legal analyst Adante Pointer joins LiveNOW's Christina Evans to break down what we learned Wednesday in the Sean "Diddy" Combs trial.