Adarius Taylor, a Jamaican-American athlete and NFL player, attended Eastern Arizona College and Florida Atlantic University. He played for teams including the Carolina Panthers, Cleveland Browns, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers from 2014 to 2023. His personal life includes a marriage, a son, and legal troubles leading to arrest in 2025.
Seattle, Washington’s Shante Broady remains detained at FDC SeaTac
Shante L. Broady, 37, from Seattle, is accused of sex trafficking and violence against women. Reports in March 2023 led to allegations of trafficking a Canadian woman and assaulting a former girlfriend. Broady was arrested in April 2025 and faces trial in July 2025, pleading not guilty to the charges.
13 things about New London, Connecticut native Cassie Ventura
Casandra Elizabeth "Cassie" Ventura, an American singer, actor, dancer, and model, was born in Connecticut. She gained fame with her debut album in 2006 and notable acting roles. Cassie has faced personal challenges, including a high-profile relationship with Sean "Diddy" Combs, which contributed to ongoing legal battles regarding abuse allegations.
Son of Sparks, Nevada’s Karen Barreras arrested in Alhambra, California
Karen Lee Barreras, a 74-year-old educator from Sparks, Nevada, has died. She had a significant career in Catholic education and was involved with the National Catholic Educational Association. Her son, Robert, an emergency management official, has been charged with her murder after allegedly abusing his position of trust. Bail is set at $2 million.
13 things about Buffalo, New York’s 62nd mayor Byron Brown
Byron William Brown II, the first African-American mayor of Buffalo, New York, has had a distinguished career in politics since graduating from Buffalo State College in 1983. He served in various political roles, including on the Buffalo Common Council and New York Senate, before his tenure as mayor began in 2006. Brown announced his resignation in 2024 to become CEO of Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation.
13 things about Doral, Florida’s Jonathan Oddi
Jonathan Oddi, an American businessman and fitness enthusiast from Doral, Florida, has a diverse background as a former adult film actor and stripper. He has held various managerial roles and was active in business administration studies in Argentina. Oddi gained notoriety after a 2018 incident involving a shooting at Trump National Doral.
18 Miss Universe Cuba 2025 candidates competing in Hialeah, Florida
Cuba has had two Miss Universe placements, with Maria Rodriguez Echevarria in 1956 and Maria Rosa Gamio Fernandez in 1957. In 2024, Marianela Ancheta won the Miss Universe Cuba title and placed in the Top 30 at Miss Universe 2024. She will crown her successor on July 8, 2025, among 18 competitors.
Baltimore, Maryland doctor Bradford Marsili arrested in Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, Kentucky doctor Bradford Marsili charged with 10 counts of distribution of obscene matter and 20 counts of possessing matter with a sex performance by a minor between 12 and 18 years of age.
FBI arrests New Albany, Ohio’s Ronald Lidderdale
Ronald Edward Lidderdale, 39, from New Albany, Ohio, has been arrested for allegedly threatening public officials through 65 letters and emails, including 49 containing suspicious powders. After FBI investigation linking him to a vehicle, he was charged with multiple offenses, including cyberstalking and making interstate threats, and was booked on May 8, 2025.
Ashleigh Bedwell crowns Miss Missouri USA 2025 Shae Smith in Branson
Ashleigh Lorene Bedwell from Kansas City was crowned Miss Missouri USA 2024 on June 15, 2024, competing against 26 candidates. She represented Missouri at Miss USA 2024 but did not place. On May 11, 2025, she crowned the next Miss Missouri USA at The Mansion Theater in Branson, Missouri.
