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Justice Served: Baltimore Man Sentenced to Life Plus Three Years for Murder of Local Basketball Star Jamal Barney

BALTIMORE, Md. — A Baltimore man is facing a life sentence, plus three additional years, for the murder of Jamal Barney, a prominent former basketball player at Loyola University Maryland, in a case that has left the local community reeling. Dayrel McFarland was sentenced on Friday after being convicted of first-degree murder and the illegal possession of a deadly weapon. The trial recounted the chilling circumstances surrounding Barney’s death, which unfolded after he was reported …

Remembering Betsy Gay: Beloved ‘Little Rascals’ Star and Yodeling Pioneer Passes Away at 96

Bakersfield, California — Betsy Gay, best known for her role in the classic comedy series “Our Gang,” which later became iconic as “The Little Rascals,” passed away on June 13 at the age of 96. Her death was confirmed by her friend Robert Satterfield on social media, where he noted her absence would be deeply felt. Born to a musical family, Gay entered the entertainment industry as a child actress when she joined the “Our …

Tragic Loss: ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Star David Hekili Kenui Bell Remembered for His Generosity and Spirit at 46

Kapolei, Hawaii — David Hekili Kenui Bell, best known for his role as the “Big Hawaiian Dude” in the recent live-action adaptation of Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch,” has passed away at the age of 46, as confirmed by his family. The Hawaii Police Department announced that Bell died on June 12, and there is no indication of foul play. Bell’s death was publicly shared by his sister, Jalene Kanani Bell, in a heartfelt Facebook post …

Hollywood Mourns the Loss of Soap Opera Icon Chris Robinson, Beloved ‘General Hospital’ Star and Cultural Legend

Sedona, Arizona — Chris Robinson, a notable figure in the world of soap operas, passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 86 on June 9, 2025. He was best known for his portrayal of Dr. Rick Webber on the long-running series “General Hospital.” Robinson’s representative confirmed that heart failure was the cause of death, a condition he had been managing for some time. Filmmaker MJ Allen, who worked closely with Robinson on …

Tragic Loss: Former Basketball Star Cameron Woodall Dies in ATV Accident, Remembered for His Impact on Community and Sport

Raymond, Miss. — Cameron Woodall, a promising former college basketball talent who played an integral role in securing back-to-back state titles for Raymond High School, tragically lost his life in an ATV accident on June 7. The 26-year-old was involved in the incident shortly after 11:30 p.m. on Midway Road, where he lost control of his vehicle and collided with another ATV rider. According to interim Hinds County Coroner Jeremiah Howard, the impact of the …

Tributes Pour in for Khadiyah ‘KD’ Lewis: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of the Love & Hip Hop Star

Atlanta, Georgia — Khadiyah “KD” Lewis, a prominent figure from the reality series “Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta,” passed away on May 30 at the age of 44. Her brother, Jay, confirmed her death, asking for privacy as the family mourns this profound loss. Lewis gained attention on VH1’s reality show during its third and fourth seasons, where she appeared primarily as the real estate agent for rapper Yung Joc, with whom she developed a …

Emmy-Winning Star Valerie Mahaffey, Beloved for Roles in ‘Northern Exposure’ and ‘Desperate Housewives,’ Passes Away at 71

Los Angeles — Valerie Mahaffey, the Emmy-winning actress celebrated for her roles in popular television series like “Desperate Housewives,” “Young Sheldon,” and “Northern Exposure,” passed away on May 30, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 71 years old. Her publicist confirmed her death, while husband Joseph Kell expressed deep sorrow, stating that he had lost “the love of my life.” The couple’s daughter, Alice, also shared her heartbreak on social media, revealing …

"Emmy-Winning ‘MAS*H’ Star Loretta Swit Passes Away at 87, Leaving a Legacy of Compassion and Character"

New York City — Loretta Swit, the Emmy-winning actress renowned for her iconic role as Major Margaret “Hot Lips” Houlihan on the beloved series “MAS*H,” passed away at her home on Friday. She was 87 years old. Swit’s publicist confirmed that she died of suspected natural causes shortly after midnight, pending further investigation. Swit’s unforgettable performance spanned 240 out of the series’ 251 episodes, during its celebrated 11-season run from 1972 to 1983. Alongside Alan …

Tragic Loss of Hollyoaks Star Paul Danan: Coroner Reveals Fatal Drug Cocktail Led to Misadventure

Bristol, England — Paul Danan, the former star of “Hollyoaks,” lost his life at age 46 due to a lethal mix of prescription and illicit drugs, according to findings from a coroner’s inquest. The actor was discovered unresponsive in his Brislington apartment on January 15, with emergency services confirming his death shortly after 5 p.m. local time. A postmortem examination revealed that Danan’s passing resulted from the combined effects of heroin, methadone, codeine, pregabalin, cocaine, …

Henderson State Community Mourns Loss of Rising Basketball Star Jamarion Brown, Tragically Shot at Pool Party

Camp County, Texas — Jamarion Brown, a promising basketball player at Henderson State University, was tragically shot at a pool party early on May 24. The 23-year-old junior suffered a fatal head injury during the incident, which also left two other individuals wounded, though their injuries were not life-threatening. Emergency responders received multiple reports of gunfire and located Brown in critical condition at the scene. He was initially taken to a local hospital before being …