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New York August 21

NY appeals court throws out $500M penalty against Trump in Letitia James civil case

An appellate court has thrown out the nearly $500 million civil fraud penalty against former President Donald Trump in the high-profile case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James.

Jeffrey Epstein August 20

Second federal judge blocks Justice Department bid to release Jeffrey Epstein grand jury files

Court rejects unsealing 70 pages of Epstein grand jury transcripts and exhibits, citing safety concerns for over 1,000 victims in the case

Justice Department August 20

Letitia James' lawyer blasts DOJ official's 'bizarre' 'stunt' at New York AG's house

Lawyer for Letitia James calls DOJ official Ed Martin's visit to her house a 'bizarre stunt' as federal grand jury investigations continue into the NY attorney general.

Jeffrey Epstein August 12

White House criticizes judge's decision not to unseal Epstein associate grand jury testimony

White House calls judge's decision to keep Epstein-Maxwell grand jury materials sealed 'unfortunate' after Justice Department motion was denied.

Justice Department August 11

Epstein grand jury materials won't be released after federal judge denies DOJ request to unseal

Judge rejects government motion to make public grand jury evidence from sex trafficking cases involving Jeffrey Epstein and convicted accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell

Sean 'Diddy' Combs July 8

Countdown to Diddy's fate begins as judge sets date for sentencing after split verdict

Judge set Diddy's sentencing hearing for Oct. 3 during a hearing Tuesday. The rapper now faces up to 20 years in prison after a jury convicted him on prostitution charges.

In Court July 2

Diddy beats RICO, found not guilty of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking

Jurors in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial began deliberating on Monday, June 30. The trial testimony took seven weeks and the jury heard from 34 prosecution witnesses.

In Court July 1

Diddy jury reaches partial verdict in sex trafficking, racketeering trial

Jurors in Diddy's sex trafficking and racketeering case reached a verdict 14 hours after seven weeks of trial testimony. If convicted, the "Last Night" rapper could face life in prison.

Exclusive Interviews July 1

Diddy case is ‘rare nail-biter’ for prosecution, real possibility of split verdict: expert

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial faces jury complications with notes sent to Judge Subramanian, as experts debate whether sequestering jurors could have prevented deliberation issues.

Exclusive Interviews June 30

Diddy jury setback could indicate a 'stealth juror,' might signal major advantage for defense: expert

Sean "Diddy" Combs faces verdict from 12-person jury after prosecutors portrayed him as criminal enterprise leader, while defense argued government targeted the music mogul.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs June 27

Diddy defense claims he was unfairly targeted, while prosecution says rapper thought 'he was untouchable'

Diddy's defense attorney delivered closing arguments in sex trafficking trial, claiming prosecutors brought a "fake trial" targeting the rapper's private sex life.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs June 26

Diddy blows kiss to family after prosecution promises to put a stop to his alleged criminal behavior

Closing arguments by the prosecution in Diddy's trial highlighted claims the rapper used power and fear to force women into sex acts, allegedly believing his fame put him above the law.

In Court June 20

Diddy's alleged 'drug mule' testifies employees moved like 'Seal Team 6', used cocaine to stay awake

Sean "Diddy" Combs' former assistant testifies about "intense" working conditions, allegedly using drugs to stay awake for days while ensuring the rapper was happy before FBI raids.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs June 18

Diddy's sex trafficking, racketeering trial forced into delay due to juror issue

Sean Combs' federal trial has been paused due to juror illness. The move comes after Judge Arun Subramanian warned the defense and prosecution about violating the gag order.

In Court June 17

Judge fires warning shot in Diddy trial as juror drama intensifies

Judge Arun Subramanian gave Diddy's defense and the prosecution a warning after the trial's gag order was violated. Juror issues plagued the trial going into the sixth week of testimony.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs June 16

Diddy trial jury in disarray as defense seeks to boot another juror

Juror issues continue in Diddy's federal trial as second juror faces possible removal. Jury was also shown text messages revealing rapper's former chief of staff knew about alleged abuse.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs June 13

Diddy trial judge considers dismissing a juror after 'serious questions' raised

A juror in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial could end up being dismissed over residency discrepancies between voir dire statements and actual living arrangements.

In Court June 12

Diddy’s ex claims rapper forced her to have sex with escort after alleged assault, calls him ‘evil’

Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex-girlfriend testifies that he forced her to have sex with an escort after a physical altercation, describing him as "evil" during her testimony in court.

In Court June 11

Diddy allegedly wanted one last drug-fueled night after rehab push: testimony

Jane, Sean "Diddy" Combs' ex, testified the rapper was seeing another woman during their relationship. She claimed the "hotel nights" were "emotionally excruciating."

Sean 'Diddy' Combs June 10

Diddy's ex pauses trial testimony following stand-off with rapper's lawyer

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' ex testified she received 'only trauma' from their relationship, and revealed concerns about his drug use and declining health during tense cross-examination.

US May 9

Tufts University student detained by ICE granted bail by federal judge

A federal judge granted Tufts University student Rümeysa Ozturk's bail request on Friday afternoon.

Sex Crimes May 8

Luxury real estate moguls hit with new allegations in sex trafficking case

The Alexander brothers, wealthy luxury real estate agents in Florida, have been hit with additional sex trafficking charges by federal prosecutors.

Immigration May 7

Court orders Tufts University student be quickly moved to ICE custody in Vermont, denies government appeal

A Vermont federal appeals court on Wednesday ordered that a Tufts University student be moved to ICE custody in Vermont within a week.

Luigi Mangione May 2

Luigi Mangione argues double jeopardy in bid to drop murder case, suppress evidence

Brian Thompson's suspected killer, Luigi Mangione, wants charges of terrorism dropped, and certain evidence suppressed, as he faces the death penalty stemming from Thompson's murder.

US April 25

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal charges in CEO killing

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to federal charges after he was indicted for allegedly assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December.

Luigi Mangione April 17

Accused CEO assassin Luigi Mangione indicted on federal charges

A federal indictment has been filed against Luigi Mangione, charging him with stalking and murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, using interstate travel, electronic communications, and a firearm.

Eric Adams April 2

NYC Mayor Eric Adams indictment dismissed with prejudice

U.S. District Judge Dale E. Ho dismissed the corruption indictment against New York City Mayor Eric Adams with prejudice.

Luigi Mangione March 28

Luigi Mangione received 'heart-shaped notes' hidden in socks before last court appearance

Suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO assassin Luigi Mangione allegedly received "heart-shaped notes" hidden in fresh socks before a February hearing, prosecutors say.

In Court March 6

Blake Lively demands texts with 'high-profile individuals' be kept private in Justin Baldoni legal battle

Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively's legal teams had a court hearing for a proposed protective order. The "It Ends With Us" stars have filed lawsuits against each other.

Luigi Mangione February 21

Luigi Mangione winks at supporters with green sweater under bulletproof vest

Legal experts say voir dire, or jury selection, could be the key to deciding the fate of suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO assassin Luigi Mangione.