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Former University of Kentucky cheerleader Laken Snelling enters a not guilty plea in the case of her newborn son discovered in a trash bag.

Former University of Kentucky cheerleader Laken Snelling enters a not guilty plea in the case of her newborn son discovered in a trash bag.

Former Cheerleader Maintains Innocence in Newborn’s Death Laken Snelling, a 21-year-old ex-cheerleader from the University of Kentucky, is insisting on her innocence regarding the death of her newborn son. The infant’s body was reportedly stuffed into garbage bags, and Snelling allegedly ordered food from McDonald’s shortly after. In court on Friday, Snelling pleaded not guilty […]

Illinois Democrats remain quiet on votes for Laken Riley Act following student’s death

Illinois Democrats remain quiet on votes for Laken Riley Act following student's death

Illegal Immigrant Arrested in Loyola Student’s Murder Sparks Sanctuary City Debate After the tragic murder of Sheridan Gorman, an 18-year-old Loyola University student, Congressman Matt Slater from New York has sharply criticized sanctuary city policies. The accused, Jose Medina-Medina, is an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela. Slater emphasized the family’s condemnation of existing policies and challenged […]

Georgia judge rejects Jose Ibarra’s request for a new trial in Laken Riley murder case

Georgia judge rejects Jose Ibarra's request for a new trial in Laken Riley murder case

Georgia Judge Denies New Trial for Convicted Killer of Nursing Student A judge in Georgia has rejected Jose Ibarra’s plea for a new trial following his conviction in the death of nursing student Laken Riley. Ibarra’s legal team claimed that his constitutional rights were compromised when the judge turned down two requests before the trial […]

Hundreds to Celebrate Laken Riley at ‘Run for Your Life’ 5K in Athens, Georgia

Hundreds to Celebrate Laken Riley at 'Run for Your Life' 5K in Athens, Georgia

Community members are uniting to honor Laken Hope Riley and generate support for the foundation established in her memory. This weekend, Athens will host the inaugural memorial walk-and-run, followed by a public service featuring remarks from Riley’s family and Rep. Mike Collins (R-Ga.). The “Run for Your Life Walk/Run 5K” is set to kick off […]

Laken Riley’s convicted murderer seeks a new trial.

Laken Riley's convicted murderer seeks a new trial.

Jose Antonio Ibarra, the undocumented immigrant convicted of murdering nursing student Laken Riley, is requesting a new trial. This development has reignited discussions around illegal immigration and brought back disturbing memories of the violent crimes that led to a federal law bearing Riley’s name. Ibarra, a Venezuelan national, is currently serving a life sentence without […]

Jose Ibarra, an undocumented immigrant, seeks a new trial for the murder of Laken Riley.

Jose Ibarra, an undocumented immigrant, seeks a new trial for the murder of Laken Riley.

Jose Ybarra Seeks New Trial in Murder Case of Nursing Student Laken Riley The undocumented immigrant convicted of murdering nursing student Laken Riley is back in court, asking for a new trial. This case has stirred national conversations surrounding immigration and resulted in a federal law named after the victim. Jose Ybarra, currently serving a […]