Ex-Starbucks manager wins $25.6 million lawsuit alleging she was fired for being White
A federal jury on Monday found in favor of former Starbucks regional director Shannon Phillips, who sued the company for wrongfully firing her, claiming she was terminated for being White. Phillips, who worked for Starbucks for about
Daniel Penny indicted by NY grand jury in chokehold death of Jordan Neely on subway
On Wednesday, grand jurors indicted Daniel Penny in the death of Jordan Neely, while occurred while both men were riding the subway in New York City. Penny, a 24-year-old Marine veteran, was indicted on a second-degree manslaughter
Daniel Penny indicted by NY grand jury in chokehold death of Jordan Neely on subway
On Wednesday, grand jurors indicted Daniel Penny in the death of Jordan Neely, while occurred while both men were riding the subway in New York City. Penny, a 24-year-old Marine veteran, was indicted on a second-degree manslaughter
Eye On Illinois: Rauner’s return a chance to reflect on legacy, lessons
It’s been 1,613 days since the end of Bruce Rauner’s term as Illinois governor, but his return to Springfield Monday invites reflection. The occasion was an unveiling of Rauner’s official portrait in the Hall of Governors. He
Leave taxpayers out of Bears’ search for new home
Monsters of the Midway? Not lately. At least, not on the field after a 3-14 season that bestowed upon Chicago’s beloved Bears the ignominious distinction of being the worst the NFL has to offer. Off the field,
PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan takes medical leave amid LIV Golf Merger
Amid the highly controversial agreement to merge with Saudi-backed LIV Golf, the PGA Tour announced that commissioner Jay Monahan is dealing with a medical situation, and has taken medical leave until he recovers. The Tour did not
Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. out until 2024 after undergoing flexor tendon surgery
The Houston Astros announced Wednesday that right-handed pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. has undergone flexor tendon surgery to remove a bone spur from his right forearm. McCullers was out for the entire 2023 season with injury issues, and
Lee Greenwood to release box set ‘All Time Hits & American Anthems’
Lee Greenwood has announced a box set full of his biggest hits in celebration of the country’s 247th birthday this July. All Time Hits & American Anthems, set for release on July 28, will bring together Greenwood’s
Lauren Alaina and Lainey Wilson team up for ‘Thicc As Thieves’
Lauren Alaina and Lainey Wilson have teamed up for the collaboration “Thicc As Thieves,” off Alaina’s ‘Unlocked’ EP. Alaina’s collab with Wilson joins the other tracks from ‘Unlocked’ — “A Walk In The Bar” and “Hangovers,” in
Take a look at the trailer for ‘The Witcher’ Season 3
Netflix has shared a trailer for ‘The Witcher’ Season 3, featuring Henry Cavill, Freya Allan and Anya Chalotra. Netflix also released character posters featuring Geralt, Ciri, Yennefer and the bard Jaskier (Joey Batey). The Witcher is a