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Former NFL Player Brandon Browner Wants His Attempted Murder Conviction Thrown Out Because He Suffers From CTE

Source: Boston Globe / Getty Former NFL Player Blames CTE As Reason He Accepted Plea Deal According to Bleacher Report , former NFL cornerback Brandon Browner has filed an appeal of his attempted murder conviction, saying he was “unfit to agree to his plea deal” because he was “dealing with undiagnosed bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder at the time”. His lawyers are arguing Browner’s mental health problems could possibly be the result of CTE suffered from his lengthy football career. This past December, Browner was sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading no-contest to attempted murder and two counts of cruelty to a child. He was reportedly arrested in July after attacking his ex-girlfriend in front of her two children. Browner fired his legal representation after agreeing to his plea and hired famed attorney Chris Darden, the prosecutor who handled the O.J. Simpson case. Darden is preparing to ask the judge to throw out the plea agreement.

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Give Me The Loot: Florida Man Charged With Armed Robbery After He Allegedly Robbed A Restaurant With A Finger Gun

Source: Kelvin Murray / Getty Florida Man Charged With Armed Robbery After Sticking Up Restaurant With A Finger Gun According to Panama City News Herald ,  a Gainesville native was arrested and charged with armed robbery after sticking up a local restaurant using a finger gun. Steven Michael Berlin, 56, reportedly entered Szechuan Palace and sat down at the establishment for about 30 minutes before approaching an employee at the counter and demanded money from the cashier. That’s when Berlin allegedly brandished his finger gun, reportedly scaring the cashier and causing her to hand over the cash. Berlin reportedly fled the restaurant but was found later with $577. He confessed to his crime to authorities and was charged with armed robbery because the employee believed he had an actual gun, and conducted himself as if he was using a firearm.  

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The Finesse Fell Through: New Jersey Man Caught On Tape Faking A ‘Slip and Fall’ For Insurance Fraud

Source: Westend61 / Getty Man Fakes A Fall At Work And Gets Charged With Fraud A man from New Jersey has officially been charged with fraud after surveillance footage showed him faking a “slip and fall” at his former workplace, according to reports from   CBS . The (honestly kind of hilarious) video shows 57-year-old Alexander Goldinsky purposely turning over a cup of ice onto the floor of his office’s break room. After then throwing the cup in the garbage, he walks back over and steps on an ice cube, and very unconvincingly “falls” on the floor. The man stayed there, laying on his back until he was discovered, CBS reports. Following this poor attempt at some insurance money for his “accident,” Goldinsky was later arrested on January 15 and charged with insurance fraud and theft by deception since, ya know, the fall seems completely non-accidental . The incident took place last year at an unidentified company in New Jersey, where Goldinsky was employed as an independent contractor. Following his arrest, he was released with a summons until he has to go to court in February. “Yes, I was brought to the police department,” he said to CBS New York. “I didn’t do it, it was a mistake.” But, on the contrary, authorities believe that the footage clearly shows he faked the fall. Following the incident, Goldinsky filed a claim for an ambulance and medical care at a hospital for the injuries he allegedly suffered. This is still an open and active investigation, according to prosecutors. The New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal is taking a bigger interest in cracking down on insurance fraud within the state, according to CBS New York. If you haven’t seen the video of Alexander Goldinsky’s “fall” just yet, take a peek down below. #Busted New Jersey man accused of faking a fall caught on camera. https://t.co/eVS5WxwoBl pic.twitter.com/ELB2cM42sH — Derick Waller (@wallerABC7) February 1, 2019  

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New Music: Stalley Releases Richly Introspective ‘Human’ EP [Listen]

Source: Krista Schlueter / Blue Collar Gang / Spotify For Your Listening Pleasure: Stalley’s Human  Ep On an internet filled with trappers and “Lil” rappers, Stalley comes correct with his impressive Human  EP. On the 6-track project, Midwest-bred Stalley dazzles us with jazz samples, ambient noise, and introspective lyrics. He opens with a trumpet pounding car tune “Options”. Earlier, the MC shared his “Frequency Energy” single, as well as “I Don’t See” as teasers for Black History Month drop,  Human . Human is uniformly produced by Point Guard and features Pharell-like hooks from Pregnant Boy FKA Go Dreamer. Enjoy!

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A Stormi Celebration: Kylie Jenner And Travis Scott Wish Their Little Baby Rager A Happy First Birthday

Source: Jeff Kravitz / Getty Stormi Webster Turns One It’s hard to believe it’s been a whole year since Kylie Jenner became a mommy but the cosmetics boss posted several sweet messages to her 1-year-old daughter Stormi on her special day, including this slideshow, accompanied with some heart warmingwords. how did i get so lucky to have such a sweet, smart, happy baby. i just couldn’t have dreamt you up, storm. i wish you could stay this little forever and i could protect that contagious smile and laugh of yours. I know you won’t remember much about the first year of your life but i pray that you’ll never forget to keep sharing your joy and laughter with the world. my love grows for you a thousand miles a minute. every day with you is the best day of my life. happy birthday to my angel on earth. A legion of celebrities including Draya Michele, Hailey Bieber and Heather Sanders left Happy Birthday messages for the tot and aunts Kim Kardashian, Kendall Jenner replied with “Awwww the sweetest baby girl!” and “i’m crying, coool,” respectively. Grandmother Kris Jenner was also moved to tears, “Why am I now crying????” she posted along with emojis Proud Papa Travis Scott posted a slideshow of his own and expressed his love. ITS MY QUEEN ,MY HEART, MY AIR , MY EVERYTHING. STORMI’S BIRTHDAY TODAY. I LOVE U SO MUCH BABY. U THE SMARTEST AND LOVING BABY EVER. UR SPIRT KEEPS ME GOING EVERY DAY ME AND UR MOMMY LOVE U AND CANT WAIT TO SHARE MORE BEAUTIFUL DAYS WITH U. HAPPY BDAYY STORMIII LETS RAGE Hit the flip for more sweet Stormi moments and birthday wishes

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A Stormi Celebration: Kylie Jenner And Travis Scott Wish Their Little Baby Rager A Happy First Birthday

So Sad: NYC Woman Blogs Suicide Note Before Apparently Killing Herself

Source: Geber86 / Getty NYC Woman Blogs Her Suicide Note A Manhattan woman blogged her own suicide note on her personal web site before she apparently hung herself in her West Village apartment, according to a Daily News report Thursday. Tara Condell, 27, was found dead by cops after not reporting to work. She was reportedly found hanging from the closet door of her W. 10th St. apartment. In a note on her web site titled “I Hate the Word ‘Bye,’ But See You Later Maybe?” Condell said she was “plain old-fashioned tired of feeling tired. I have written this note several times in my head for over a decade, and this one finally feels right. No edits, no overthinking,” she wrote. Condell’s bio describes her as a registered dietitian and nutritionist specializing in general nutrition, weight management, gastrointestinal disease, and geriatric health. From her Instagram page, Tara showed followers how much she loved to travel and try different foods. So sad. In the note, she details her reasoning behind her decision, asking her friends and family not to blame herself. Scroll down to read Tara’s final letter to her family and friends at your own discretion. Tara blogged the following goodbye note on her website. I Hate The Word “Bye”, But See You Later Maybe? I have written this note several times in my head for over a decade, and this one finally feels right. No edits, no overthinking. I have accepted hope is nothing more than delayed disappointment, and I am just plain old-fashioned tired of feeling tired. I realize I am undeserving of thinking this way because I truly have a great life on paper. I’m fortunate to eat meals most only imagine. I often travel freely without restriction. I live alone in the second greatest American city (San Francisco, you’ll always have my heart). However, all these facets seem trivial to me. It’s the ultimate first world problem, I get it. I often felt detached while in a room full of my favorite people; I also felt absolutely nothing during what should have been the happiest and darkest times in my life. No single conversation or situation has led me to make this decision, so at what point do you metaphorically pull the trigger? I’m going to miss doing NYT crosswords (I was getting really good). That one charcuterie board with taleggio AND ‘nduja. Anything Sichuan ma la, but that goes without saying. A perfect plate of carbonara (no cream!). Real true authentic street tacos. Cal-Italian cuisine. Hunan Bistro’s fried rice. The pork belly and grape mini from State Bird Provisions circa 2013. Popeye’s of course. Bambas too. I’m also going to miss unexpected hugs. Al Green’s Simply Beautiful. Cherries in July. Tracing a sleeping eyebrow. Smoking cigarettes. The Golden Gate Bridge at sunset. That first sip of iced cold brew in sticky August. Making eye contact with people walking down the street. When songs feel like they’re speaking to your soul. Jeopardy. Saying I love you. Late night junk food binges. Shooting the shit. And especially the no-destination-in-sight long walks. No GoFundMes, no funeral, no tributes, no doing-too-much please. All I ask now is for you to have one delicious (I mean a really really great) meal in my honor and let me go, no exceptions. It’s selfishly time for me to be happy and I know you can get down with that. Please try to remember me as a whole human you shared memories with and not just my final act. This is not your fault. It’s not exactly easy for me either, I’m here for you. I love you. I always have and I always will, I promise. Shikata ga’nai. I’m coming home, Dad. Make some room up on that cloud and turn the Motown up. I’m really sorry mama. Always, TLC

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I’m Suing! Fiji Water Girl Is Trying To Finagle Funds From Fiji Water After They Forged Her Image For Profit

Source: Stefanie Keenan / Getty The Two Parties Seemingly Formed A Relationship That Is Now Being Disputed It appears Fiji Water was getting extra comfortable with their new viral sensation Kelleth Cuthbert, a.k.a. Fiji Water Girl and now she’s suing them dry. Cuthbert was catapulted to fame at this year’s Gold Globe Awards when her good looks and flawless water bottle posing made it’s way into celebrity pictures. Her photobomb status was cemented in awards show history , and Fiji water had a new face to make their product go viral. However, Fiji Water allegedly went too far when they started using life-sized cut-outs of Cuthbert’s image in stores. According to TMZ , Cuthbert is suing Fiji for creating cutouts of her at the Golden Globes without her permission, one of which, ironically, photobombed John Legend at an L.A. grocery store. Cuthbert, whose real name is Kelly Steinbach, said Fiji tried to coax her into signing away her rights. Though she did a mock video with the company, Cuthbert said she never actually inked a real deal, and it was all for show. Steinbach says the cardboard cutouts of herself started showing up around L.A., including the one involving John Legend. She said her viral moment generated up to $12 million in brand exposure, and now she wants in on the cash. Fiji is calling BS though. A rep told TMZ , “This lawsuit is frivolous and entirely without merit. After the Golden Globes social media moment, we negotiated a generous agreement with Ms. Cuthbert that she blatantly violated. We are confident that we will prevail in court. Throughout our history, we have had a sterling reputation working with talent.” Eesh. When friends become enemies. There’s no word on the exact amount Cuthbert is asking for. But hey, you can’t be mad at her for trying to get her paper.

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A Rap Tour: Earl Sweatshirt Drops Short Film ‘Nowhere, Nobody’ Before Announcing North American Tour [Video]

Source: Scott Dudelson / Getty Earl Sweatshirt Releases Nowhere, Nobody And Announces Tour Earl Sweatshirt’s  latest and long-anticipated project,  Some Rap Songs,  is now becoming a rap tour. Earlier this week, the rapper announced that he is embarking on the a tour beginning in March, which will also feature his “friends” MIKE, BbyMutha, Na-Kel Smith, LIV.E and Black Noi$e. In addition to the exciting tour announcement, Thebe also released a short film titled  Nowhere Nobody , directed by Naima Ramos-Chapman and Terence Nance. Throughout the feature’s eight minutes, the audience is introduced to none other than Earl Sweatshirt himself, who plays a basketball coach who uncovers a man wrapped in ivy, among many other things. Check out the short film for yourself down below along with dates for Earl’s upcoming tour.     A Tour Starring Earl Sweatshirt & Friends: March 23 – New Orleans, LA @ BUKU Festival March 25 – Charlotte, NC @ Underground March 26 – Washington, DC @ Fillmore March 28 – Baltimore, MD @ Sound Stage March 29 – Philadelphia, PA @ TLA March 30 – New York, NY @ Irving Plaza March 31 – Providence, RI @ Fete April 2 – Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club April 4 – Montreal, QB @ Corona Theatre April 5 – Toronto, ON @ The Phoenix April 7 – Detroit, MI @ Saint Andrew’s Hall April 9 – Minneapolis, MN @ Cabooze April 10 – Lawrence, KS @ The Granada April 11 – Denver, CO @ Cervantes Masterpiece April 14 – Seattle, WA @ Showbox April 15 – Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom April 16 – Portland, OR @ Crystal Ballroom April 18 – Sacramento, CA @ Ace of Spades April 19 – San Francisco, CA @ Regency Ballroom April 20 – Santa Cruz, CA @ The Catalyst April 21 – San Luis Obispo @ The Fremont Theater April 23 – Pomona, CA @ Glass House April 24 – Los Angeles, CA @ The Novo April 26 – Las Vegas, NV @ Vinyl April 27 – San Diego, CA @ SOMA April 28 – Phoenix, AZ @ Club Red May 1 – Austin, TX @ Emo’s May 2 – Dallas, TX @ Canton Hall May 4 – Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live Ballroom May 5 – Birmingham, AL @ Saturn May 6 – Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade (Heaven)

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WTF?! Former Walmart Santa Charged With Murder After His 2 Kids Were Found Buried In Family Yard

Source: ALEX EDELMAN / Getty Former Walmart Santa And 4 Others Charged With Murder A Georgia dad–who formerly worked as a Walmart Santa–is now facing murder charges along with four other people in the death of his 14-year-old daughter after her body was found buried in her father’s backyard back in December. Mary Crocker was last seen in October while her 14-year-old brother, Elwyn Crocker Jr., was last seen in November of 2016, according to the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office. Neither children were reported missing, but the remains of both were discovered in the yard outside the home of their father, Elwyn Crocker Sr., on December 20, 2018. Authorities initially announced charges for concealing the death of another and first-degree cruelty to children against Crocker, the teen’s stepmom Candice Crocker,  their step-grandma Kim Wright, and Wright’s boyfriend, Roy Anthony Prater. Similar charges later were filed against Candice Crocker’s brother, Mark Anthony Wright. On Monday the charges against all five were upgraded to felony murder for the death of Mary Crocker, the spokesman for the Effingham County Sheriff’s Office, told PEOPLE . Charges have not been brought in the death of Mary’s brother because “the last time he was seen was in November 2016,” Sullivan says. “We believe that his death was about two years ago, so finding evidence linked to his death was a little more challenging.” Authorities have not revealed a motive or a cause of death and say the investigation is ongoing. Sullivan says the suspects remain jailed without bond in separate facilities in Effingham County and neighboring counties.

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Vic Mensa’s Nonprofit Foundation Is Helping The Homeless In Chicago During Record Low Temperatures

Source: Flip Tripplett / HOT 107.5 Vic Mensa Is Lending A Hand To The Homeless In Chicago Vic Mensa is making sure the homeless are safe in his hometown of Chicago. While the entire Midwest is experiencing a ruthless polar vortex this week, many cities are experiencing historically low temperatures. According to news reports, Chicago broke its city record of -26 degrees Fahrenheit. With news reports rolling in of many homeless individuals losing their lives due to the frigid weather, Vic Mensa stepped up to the plate to take action. Posting on his Instagram, he announced his “SaveMoneySaveLife” foundation is working to help those in need in wake of the record-breaking cold. Teaming up with Healthy Hood Chicago in order to help amplify their collective charitable efforts, the non-profit is seeking donations of all varieties to aid the homeless include sleeping bags, blankets, pillows and food. “As the temperature drops to beneath thirty degrees in the next two days, people will die,” he added, explaining the foundation is looking to feed at least 50 locals with three meals a day “while the weather is at its worst.”    

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