Brothers’ Attorney Is ‘Hopeful’ — The Los Angeles district attorney’s office responded to Erik and Lyle Menendez’s request for a new hearing to disclose new evidence that proves the brothers’ claims of child abuse. Newsnation reports that the DA’s office is taking the motion “very seriously” and will give their recommendation within 90 days. Menendez…

They’ve ‘More Than Served The Time For Their Crime’ — Rosie O’Donnell is making her opinion clear on the Menendez brother’s case. Daytime Confidential reports that O’Donnell believes the men are innocent and the court should immediately order their release. The former talk show host explains that if the judge had “fairly” sentenced the brothers, they might have received a…

After serving 53 years, Van Houten is finally free! — A former Charles Manson follower, Leslie Van Houten, was released from prison on parole on Tuesday, July 11. CNN reports that the convicted murderer was released to parole supervision. After one year, she will have a three-year maximum term with a discharge review hearing schedule. Van Houten was 19 when…

I concentrated on Newsbreak and handling personal issues

It’s been several months since I published a personal essay. I can’t help but worry if my story is ‘good enough.’

My ex-husband’s games came to light after his arrest for felony domestic violence. I never imagined he would stoop this low. — I’ve written at length about my history with my ex-husband and his then-wife. They spent four years cyber-bullying me, working hard to discredit me in any way they could. It almost worked, but I finally got the upper hand. Let’s go back ten years to set the story up. I…

Wichita teachers say cell phones distract students from learning and cause mental health issues. — Cell phones could be banned in Wichita schools if the Teachers Union has anything to say about the issue. KWCH reports the United Teachers of Wichita is negotiating a ban on cell phones in classrooms as part of the teacher contracts for next year. …

A source close to Will Smith revealed the actor’s thoughts about Chris Rock’s Netflix special. — Will Smith was a big topic in Chris Rick’s Netflix special, “Select Outrage,” on Saturday, March 4. Chris Rock had not addressed the 2022 Oscar slap that shocked the world when Smith walked on the stage and smacked Rock for making an insulting joke about his wife, Jada Pickett-Smith. Entertainment…

Advocates for children argue that this law could open the door for these companies to bend the rules and hire children as young as 13 to work in factories. — Arkansas is scaling back on some child labor protections after Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed a new law to make it easier for children under 16 to find employment. Washington Post reports that the Youth Hiring Act bill eliminates a requirement that children under 16 obtain an employment certificate before…