Kobe Bryant widow awarded $15 million in trial over crash site photos | LiveNOW from FOX
A federal jury found that Los Angeles County must pay Kobe Bryant’s widow $16 million for emotional distress caused by deputies and firefighters sharing photos of the bodies of the NBA star and his daughter taken at the site of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed them. The nine jurors who returned the unanimous verdict agreed with Vanessa Bryant and her attorneys that the photos of the remains of Kobe Bryant and their 13-year-old daughter Gianna invaded her privacy and brought her emotional distress. The jury deliberated for 4 1/2 hours before reaching the verdict. Vanessa Bryant cried quietly as it was read. An attorney for the county declined comment on the verdict outside the courtroom. The pictures were shared mostly between employees of the LA County sheriff’s and fire departments including by some who were playing video games and attending an awards banquet. They were also seen by some of their spouses and in one case by a bartender at a bar where a deputy was drinking. Vanessa Bryant tearfully testified during the 11-day trial that news of the photos compounded her still-raw grief a month after losing her husband and daughter, and that she still has panic attacks at the thought that they might still be out there. “I live in fear every day of being on social media and these popping up,” she testified. “I live in fear of my daughters being on social media and these popping up.” Her co-plaintiff Chris Chester, whose wife and daughter were also among the nine people killed in the crash, was awarded $15 million. The jury returned its verdict on Kobe Bryant Day, which is celebrated on Aug. 24 because it uses both of his jersey numbers — 8 and 24 — and is the day after his birthday. Tuesday would have been Kobe’s 44th birthday.
A federal jury found that Los Angeles County must pay Kobe Bryant’s widow $16 million for emotional distress caused by deputies and firefighters sharing photos of the bodies of the NBA star and his daughter taken at the site of the 2020 helicopter crash that killed them. The nine jurors who returned the unanimous verdict agreed with Vanessa Bryant and her attorneys that the photos of the remains of Kobe Bryant and their 13-year-old daughter Gianna invaded her privacy and brought her emotional distress. The jury deliberated for 4 1/2 hours before reaching the verdict. Vanessa Bryant cried quietly as it was read. An attorney for the county declined comment on the verdict outside the courtroom. The pictures were shared mostly between employees of the LA County sheriff’s and fire departments including by some who were playing video games and attending an awards banquet. They were also seen by some of their spouses and in one case by a bartender at a bar where a deputy was drinking. Vanessa Bryant tearfully testified during the 11-day trial that news of the photos compounded her still-raw grief a month after losing her husband and daughter, and that she still has panic attacks at the thought that they might still be out there. “I live in fear every day of being on social media and these popping up,” she testified. “I live in fear of my daughters being on social media and these popping up.” Her co-plaintiff Chris Chester, whose wife and daughter were also among the nine people killed in the crash, was awarded $15 million. The jury returned its verdict on Kobe Bryant Day, which is celebrated on Aug. 24 because it uses both of his jersey numbers — 8 and 24 — and is the day after his birthday. Tuesday would have been Kobe’s 44th birthday.
Joe Biden to cancel up to $20,000 in student loans
President Biden announced Wednesday that he will cancel $10,000 of federal student loan debt for certain borrowers making less than $125,000 per year, and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients, while extending the pause on federal student loan payments through the end of the year. "In keeping with my campaign promise, my Administration is announcing a plan to give working and middle class families breathing room as they prepare to resume federal student loan payments in January 2023," Biden tweeted.
President Biden announced Wednesday that he will cancel $10,000 of federal student loan debt for certain borrowers making less than $125,000 per year, and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients, while extending the pause on federal student loan payments through the end of the year. "In keeping with my campaign promise, my Administration is announcing a plan to give working and middle class families breathing room as they prepare to resume federal student loan payments in January 2023," Biden tweeted.
First lady tests positive for COVID-19, White House says
U.S. first lady Jill Biden tested positive for the virus and was experiencing ?mild symptoms,? the White House announced on Aug. 16, 2022.
U.S. first lady Jill Biden tested positive for the virus and was experiencing ?mild symptoms,? the White House announced on Aug. 16, 2022.
Twitter Battle: Elon Musk lawsuit latest
Elon Musk told Twitter on Friday that he was terminating the deal he made to purchase the company.
Elon Musk told Twitter on Friday that he was terminating the deal he made to purchase the company.
Elon Musk terminates Twitter deal | LiveNOW from FOX
Elon Musk won?t be buying Twitter after all, apparently. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO is calling off the $44-billion deal, accusing the company of "false and misleading representations." The move was not a surprise to many based on Musk?s comments about the number of fake accounts on the social media platform. His team in recent weeks had tussled with Twitter over "spam bots" and threatened to walk away from the deal if the company couldn?t show that less than 5% of its daily active users are automated spam accounts.
Elon Musk won?t be buying Twitter after all, apparently. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO is calling off the $44-billion deal, accusing the company of "false and misleading representations." The move was not a surprise to many based on Musk?s comments about the number of fake accounts on the social media platform. His team in recent weeks had tussled with Twitter over "spam bots" and threatened to walk away from the deal if the company couldn?t show that less than 5% of its daily active users are automated spam accounts.
Elon Musk Twitter deal: New details & analysis | LiveNOW from FOX
Elon Musk is threatening to walk away from his $44-billion bid to buy Twitter, accusing the company of refusing to give him information about its spam bot and fake accounts.
Elon Musk is threatening to walk away from his $44-billion bid to buy Twitter, accusing the company of refusing to give him information about its spam bot and fake accounts.
Platinum Jubilee: The Queen misses her own event but the celebration continues
The celebration continues on the second day marking Queen Elizabeth II?s 70-year reign. It began with members of the royal family, including Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, attending a religious service at the famed St Paul?s Cathedral in central London on Friday. The Queen was notably absent today. She remained at home after experiencing ?discomfort? on Thursday.
The celebration continues on the second day marking Queen Elizabeth II?s 70-year reign. It began with members of the royal family, including Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, attending a religious service at the famed St Paul?s Cathedral in central London on Friday. The Queen was notably absent today. She remained at home after experiencing ?discomfort? on Thursday.
Elon Musk sets condition for Twitter purchase to go forward
Tesla CEO Elon Musk promised that taking over Twitter would enable him to rid the social media platform of its annoying ?spam bots.? Now he?s arguing ? without presenting any evidence ? that there might be just too many of those automated accounts for the $44 billion deal to move ahead.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk promised that taking over Twitter would enable him to rid the social media platform of its annoying ?spam bots.? Now he?s arguing ? without presenting any evidence ? that there might be just too many of those automated accounts for the $44 billion deal to move ahead.
Bush makes verbal slip-up while discussing Ukraine war
Former President George W. Bush referenced what he described as the ?wholly unjustified and brutal invasion? ? but said Iraq, instead of Ukraine, during a speaking event on May 18, 2022,
Former President George W. Bush referenced what he described as the ?wholly unjustified and brutal invasion? ? but said Iraq, instead of Ukraine, during a speaking event on May 18, 2022,
Elon Musk says Twitter deal 'on hold'
Elon Musk said in a tweet on May 13, 2022, that his plan to buy Twitter was put on temporary hold. Here's what we know about the status of the $44 billion deal.
Elon Musk said in a tweet on May 13, 2022, that his plan to buy Twitter was put on temporary hold. Here's what we know about the status of the $44 billion deal.
Elon Musk: I would reverse Trump Twitter ban, calling it morally wrong
Elon Musk would overturn former President Donald Trump's ban from Twitter if his purchase of the company is successful, the billionaire Tesla owner said Tuesday. Musk made the comment during an appearance at FT Live's "Future of the Car" conference on Tuesday. Twitter accepted his offer to purchase the company on April 25, but Musk says the deal will take another two to three months before it is finalized.
Elon Musk would overturn former President Donald Trump's ban from Twitter if his purchase of the company is successful, the billionaire Tesla owner said Tuesday. Musk made the comment during an appearance at FT Live's "Future of the Car" conference on Tuesday. Twitter accepted his offer to purchase the company on April 25, but Musk says the deal will take another two to three months before it is finalized.
Twitter changes coming with Elon Musk's $44B buyout
LiveNOW from FOX talks with consumer experts on what changes could come to Twitter when Elon Musk takes control.
LiveNOW from FOX talks with consumer experts on what changes could come to Twitter when Elon Musk takes control.
Elon Musk offers to buy Twitter, take it private after rejecting board seat | LiveNOW From FOX
Tesla CEO Elon Musk offered to buy 100% of Twitter for $54.20 per share and to take the social media company private, according to an SEC filing. The deal would cost him more than $43 billion and he says, if it's not accepted, he'd have to reconsider his position as a shareholder.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk offered to buy 100% of Twitter for $54.20 per share and to take the social media company private, according to an SEC filing. The deal would cost him more than $43 billion and he says, if it's not accepted, he'd have to reconsider his position as a shareholder.
Johnny Depp lawsuit: Elon Musk, James Franco could testify, legal expert says | LiveNOW from FOX
A jury was selected Monday to hear a long-anticipated libel lawsuit Johnny Depp filed against his ex-wife, actress Amber Heard, whom he accuses of falsely portraying him as a domestic abuser. Celebrities will likely be taking the stand in the televised trial. Legal expert Randy Zelin joins LiveNOW's Daytona Everett for analysis and expectations.
A jury was selected Monday to hear a long-anticipated libel lawsuit Johnny Depp filed against his ex-wife, actress Amber Heard, whom he accuses of falsely portraying him as a domestic abuser. Celebrities will likely be taking the stand in the televised trial. Legal expert Randy Zelin joins LiveNOW's Daytona Everett for analysis and expectations.
Biden speaks at USS Delaware commissioning ceremony | LiveNOW from FOX
President Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden deliver remarks at a ceremony to celebrating the commissioning of the nuclear-powered USS Delaware (SSN 791) submarine.
President Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden deliver remarks at a ceremony to celebrating the commissioning of the nuclear-powered USS Delaware (SSN 791) submarine.
Ukranian couple gets married at Kyiv checkpoint | LiveNOW From FOX
Amid the deadly Russian invasion of Ukraine, a Ukrainian couple was married at a checkpoint on the outskirts of Kyiv with Mayor Vitali Klitschko on hand to congratulate them. Video released by Klitschko shows the couple, as those gathered for the ceremony chant and sing the national anthem. The couple is serving with the Ukrainian Territorial Defense Force, a citizen volunteer force.
Amid the deadly Russian invasion of Ukraine, a Ukrainian couple was married at a checkpoint on the outskirts of Kyiv with Mayor Vitali Klitschko on hand to congratulate them. Video released by Klitschko shows the couple, as those gathered for the ceremony chant and sing the national anthem. The couple is serving with the Ukrainian Territorial Defense Force, a citizen volunteer force.
Kamala Harris speaks at ‘Bloody Sunday’ anniversary commemoration in Selma
Sunday marked the 57th anniversary of "Bloody Sunday," the day in 1965 when white police attacked Black voting rights marchers.
Sunday marked the 57th anniversary of "Bloody Sunday," the day in 1965 when white police attacked Black voting rights marchers.
Republican response to 2022 State of the Union
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivers the Republican response to President Joe Biden's 2022 State of the Union address.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds delivers the Republican response to President Joe Biden's 2022 State of the Union address.
Biden speaks on lowering prescription drug costs
President Joe Biden appeared in Virginia on Feb. 10, 2022, to speak about how his "Build Back Better" legislation would limit the cost of prescription drugs.
President Joe Biden appeared in Virginia on Feb. 10, 2022, to speak about how his "Build Back Better" legislation would limit the cost of prescription drugs.
Harris compares Jan 6 Capitol Riot to Pearl Harbor & 9/11
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke on the Capitol, marking the one year anniversary of the insurrection. Harris compared the day to monumental and terrifying moments in our history, Pearl Harbor and September 11th.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke on the Capitol, marking the one year anniversary of the insurrection. Harris compared the day to monumental and terrifying moments in our history, Pearl Harbor and September 11th.