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Assistant Topeka City Attorney Mathew Mullen Charged with Misdemeanor Criminal Restraint

Assistant Topeka City Attorney Mathew Mullen Charged with Misdemeanor Criminal Restraint

Mathew Mullen, an assistant Topeka city attorney, has been charged with misdemeanor criminal restraint. A special prosecutor filed the charge on July 10 in Shawnee County District Court. Mullen was booked into the Shawnee County Jail on May 23 at 1:30 p.m., with court records alleging the crime victimized a woman and occurred earlier that day. He was released on May 24 at 5:30 p.m. after a $10,000 bond was posted. Mullen has been employed by the Topeka city attorney's office as a senior attorney since April 2023 and remains employed by the city, according to Mayor Spencer Duncan. Shawnee County District Attorney Mike Kagay explained that a special prosecutor, Jackson County attorney Bethany Lee, was appointed to avoid any appearance of impropriety and ensure an independent review of the matter, a common practice when potential conflicts of interest arise.

Anthony Smith pleads not guilty following arrest on multiple felony charges; next court date set for September

Anthony Smith pleads not guilty following arrest on multiple felony charges; next court date set for September

Anthony Smith was arrested and hit with multiple felony charges in July.

Mayor Mamdani Administration Faces Criticism for Skipping City Council Hearing on Pied-à-Terre Tax

Mayor Mamdani Administration Faces Criticism for Skipping City Council Hearing on Pied-à-Terre Tax

The administration of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has drawn criticism for its decision to skip a City Council hearing concerning the controversial pied-à-terre tax. The hearing, scheduled for Tuesday, was intended to allow officials to address questions about the surcharge. Councilmember Gale Brewer, who co-chairs one of the committees holding the hearing, expressed disappointment, stating she had a five-page list of questions for the administration. A spokesperson for Mayor Mamdani cited ongoing litigation as the reason for not attending, indicating that written testimony would be submitted instead. The mayor himself is reportedly on vacation. The pied-à-terre tax, passed in the state budget and administered by the city, applies to second homes valued at $5 million or more and co-ops of $1 million or more. While the administration maintains the tax is a crucial revenue source for city services, its absence from the hearing has been met with disapproval, particularly as previous administrations have...

Former Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr.'s Sentencing for Tax Evasion Delayed to September 16

Former Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr.'s Sentencing for Tax Evasion Delayed to September 16

Former Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr.'s sentencing for tax evasion charges has been postponed to September 16. U.S. District Judge Thomas L. Parker will oversee the sentencing. The charges are linked to grants Ford proposed for nonprofit groups during his tenure. This marks the third delay in Ford's sentencing, as prosecutors and his legal team continue to present their recommendations to Judge Parker. Ford pleaded guilty to the tax evasion charges in February and, as part of his plea agreement, immediately resigned from the commission, where he was serving his second term. In exchange for his guilty plea, prosecutors agreed to drop bribery charges that had also been brought against him by a federal grand jury. Prior to his time on the county commission, Ford served nearly three terms on the Memphis City Council.

Manhunt Underway for Person of Interest in Florida Woman's Killing

Manhunt Underway for Person of Interest in Florida Woman's Killing

A manhunt is underway for Matthew Allen Waggle, 33, who has been identified as a person of interest in the shooting death of 52-year-old Dawn Kriskewic in Florida. The Indian River County Sheriff's Office reported that deputies responded to a call on Sunday about a woman in the street suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Kriskewic was transported to a local trauma center where she was pronounced dead. Authorities confirmed that Kriskewic had a previous relationship with Waggle. A nationwide 'be on the lookout' alert has been issued for Waggle, who is believed to be outside the Vero Beach area. The sheriff's office has urged the public not to approach Waggle and to contact 911 immediately if he is sighted.

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Alleging $100 Million Ponzi Scheme Involving South Philadelphia Hotel

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Alleging $100 Million Ponzi Scheme Involving South Philadelphia Hotel

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Alleging $100 Million Ponzi Scheme Involving South Philadelphia Hotel

Three Orleans Parish Judicial Candidates Disqualified Over Failure to File Taxes

Three Orleans Parish Judicial Candidates Disqualified Over Failure to File Taxes

Three candidates for Orleans Parish judicial races, including the Orleans Parish Criminal District Court’s chief judge, were disqualified from their respective campaigns due to their failure to file taxes. The disqualified individuals are Chief Judge Lombard, Mark Lawes, and Edward Washington. The decisions were made at separate hearings held at Orleans Parish Civil District Court on Monday. Judge Lombard, the only incumbent among the three, was removed after Civil District Court Judge Veronica Henry ruled against her claim that she believed her accountant had filed her tax returns. The attorney arguing against Lombard, John Adcock, stated, “You can’t go through life filing extensions and not paying your taxes.” Edward Washington, another disqualified candidate, expressed his disagreement with the court's ruling, arguing that once a person earns enough income to trigger a tax filing requirement, they are perpetually burdened with that obligation, regardless of subsequent financial changes or Louisiana Depa...

Biloxi Mayor Addresses Budget Shortfall and Proposed Property Tax Increase Amid Inflation

Biloxi Mayor Addresses Budget Shortfall and Proposed Property Tax Increase Amid Inflation

Biloxi Mayor Andrew 'FoFo' Gilich announced that the city's revenues have not kept pace with inflation, leading to a budget gap that requires immediate attention before a mid-September deadline. To address this shortfall, a three-mill property tax increase is scheduled for consideration at an upcoming city council meeting. Mayor Gilich stated that this increase would cost the owner of a $200,000 home approximately $5 per month, or $60 annually. He explained that while the city has previously used unrestricted cash balances to cover such gaps, this approach is no longer sustainable. The city council will have the final authority on whether to implement the proposed tax increase. Additionally, Gilich discussed a state law allowing retired public employees to return to their positions at 80% of their salary after a 30-day waiting period, a policy being utilized by several city employees, including Police Chief DeBack.

NYPD Officers Fatally Shoot Man After Alleged Knife Attack on Father in Lower East Side

NYPD Officers Fatally Shoot Man After Alleged Knife Attack on Father in Lower East Side

A 54-year-old man, Wei Chan, was fatally shot by New York Police Department (NYPD) officers on Sunday in the Lower East Side after allegedly attacking his 75-year-old father, Cheung Chan, with a butcher knife. Police responded to a report of an assault and encountered Wei Chan, who reportedly refused commands to drop the weapon. Officers then shot him. Wei Chan was transported to a hospital where he later died. His father, Cheung Chan, sustained a gash on his head and was also taken to a hospital, where he is expected to survive. Assistant Chief Melissa Eger stated that officers entered the building, saw a trail of blood, and responded without hesitation. The incident led to the closure of a section of Ludlow Street, with witnesses reporting hearing gunshots and seeing the aftermath. Police noted that Wei Chan had a documented history of mental illness. The shooting remains under investigation.

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Here's how Corpus Christi's tax rate compares to other Texas cities

Here's how Corpus Christi's tax rate compares to other Texas cities

How does Corpus Christi’s property tax rate compare to the rest of the state? Here's how it compares to eight other Texas cities.

2024 presidential candidate skips assault case hearing; warrant issued

2024 presidential candidate skips assault case hearing; warrant issued

The warrant was issued in a case stemming from Jill Stein's participation in a Washington University in St. Louis campus protest.

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Alleging $100 Million Ponzi Scheme Involving South Philly Hotel

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Alleging $100 Million Ponzi Scheme Involving South Philly Hotel

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Alleging $100 Million Ponzi Scheme Involving South Philly Hotel