If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. It’s been 34 years since four teenage girls were brutally murdered at an Austin, Texas, yogurt shop. Amy Ayers, Eliza Thomas, and sisters Jennifer and Sarah Harbison were …
Read More »One Dead, Two Injured in Stabbing Outside Phish Concert: 'We Are Deeply Saddened By This'
One person was killed and two more were injured in a stabbing that took place outside of Phish‘s show at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, Virginia, on Friday night. Police responded to a violent altercation just after 9:30 p.m. ET, according to a police reportfrom the Hampton Police Division. According …
Read More »At Least 7 HBCUs Under Lockdown Over 'Potential Threats'
At least seven HBCUs are currently in lockdown on Thursday morning after receiving threats to their campuses. Alabama State, Hampton, Clark Atlanta, Southern, Bethune-Cookman, and Virginia State Universities all shared statements confirming that they are under lockdown until further notice while law enforcement investigates the nature of the threats. Spellman …
Read More »Junior H Still Plans to Perform at Tijuana Concert Despite Alleged Cartel Threat
Authorities are investigating an alleged cartel death threat directed at Junior H asking the corridos singer not to perform in Tijuana at an upcoming show. A rep for the singer confirms to Rolling Stone on Wednesday that “the date is still on” and tickets will continue to be on sale, …
Read More »YNW Melly's Double Murder Trial Postponed to January 2027
The double murder case of YNW Melly has been delayed yet again. About a month before the trial was set to begin, Broward State Attorney’s Office confirmed to Rolling Stone that the rapper — real name Jamell Demons — will not face his trial until January 2027, nearly eight years …
Read More »Sean Combs Case Expected to Go to Jury This Week
After seven weeks of testimony and more than 30 witnesses, both the prosecution and defense in the Sean “Diddy” Combs case are set to rest their cases this week, with the case going to the jury as soon as Friday. Prosecutors told the court on Monday that they plan to …
Read More »Jimmy Buffett's Widow Seeks Removal of Co-Trustee in 'Untenable' Estate Battle
Jimmy Buffett’s widow has filed a petition to have the co-trustee of her late husband’s $275 million estate removed, alleging conduct that “belittled, disrespected, and condescended” her. Prior to the “Margaritaville” singer’s September 2023 death, Buffett chose accountant Rick Mozenter of the business management firm Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman LLP …
Read More »Afrika Bambaataa Loses Child Sexual Abuse Civil Case on Default Judgment
A John Doe who accused pioneering hip-hop artist Afrika Bambaataa of child molestation and sex trafficking has won a civil case in New York State’s Supreme Court. Court records reviewed by Rolling Stone reveal that the plaintiff’s motion for a default judgment was “granted without opposition” by Judge Alexander M. …
Read More »Gwyneth Paltrow Wasn't Going to Be 'Shaken Down' by 'Ridiculous' Ski Trip Lawsuit
Gwyneth Paltrow is reflecting on her 2023 ski accident lawsuit. In a recent interview with The World’s First Podcast, the actress described her legal battle with optician Terry Sanderson as “ridiculous” and shared why she decided to counter-sue. “It was ridiculous,” she said on the podcast. “That’s why I felt …
Read More »Luigi Mangione Indicted on Federal Charges Over United Healthcare CEO Killing
A federal grand jury in New York has indicted Luigi Mangione on two counts of stalking, a firearms offense, and murder via use of a firearm. The murder charge would make Mangione eligible for the death penalty if convicted. Attorney GeneralPam Bondidirected prosecutors to seek thedeath penaltyagainst Mangione earlier this …
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