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Ex-Alabama girls' high school basketball coach charged with ‘deviant’ sex with student , dumped by husband
A former Alabama girls' high school basketball coach, who was once pegged as a great role model for young people, is charged with deviant sexual intercourse with a student, among other crimes.
Paige Adams, 35, was arrested Tuesday after a grand jury indicted her on more than 30 sex crimes. The indictment came less than a month after she resigned from Cold Springs High School following a complaint received by the school officials.
The charges include distributing obscene material to a student, one count of a school employee having sexual contact with a student under the age of 19, and one count of a school employee engaging in a sex act or deviant sexual intercourse with a student, CBS42 reported.
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"This 32-count grand jury indictment speaks for itself," Cullman County District Attorney Champ Crocker told the news outlet.
It was not immediately clear how old the student was at the time of Adams' alleged misconduct.
Adams led the school's girls' basketball team for one season. Her husband, Drew—who filed for divorce following her resignation—coaches the boys' team. During her lone season as coach, Adams led the team to a 23–11 record, winning the area championship and appearing in the AHSAA Final Four.
She was once lauded by Cullman County Schools Superintendent Shane Barnette as "a great role model for the young people of Cullman County," 1819 News reported.
"This is the first formal complaint I have received regarding this employee," Barnette said in a statement posted to social media. "As soon as the concern was brought forward, an investigation was immediately initiated. The employee chose to resign at that time."
In 2017, Adams left Holly Pond High School, another school in the same district, after just one season, 1819 News reported. The reason for her departure was not specified.
"It was definitely hard," she said. "I prayed about it a lot, and I felt like God was leading me in a different direction that I plan on pursuing. You have to do what's best for you and your family sometimes," Adams said following that resignation.
Adams and her husband have been married for 15 years.
Adams was released from jail after posting a $225,000 bond but is forced to wear an electronic monitoring device, local media reported.
Trump claims Iran 'starving for cash,' 'collapsing financially' after extending ceasefire
President Donald Trump said Iran is "starving for cash" after extending the ceasefire deadline, arguing that the regime is losing hundreds of millions of dollar a day due to the U.S.-enforced blockade.
Trump claims that that the foreign nation is "collapsing financially."
"Iran doesn’t want the Strait of Hormuz closed, they want it open so they can make $500 Million Dollars a day (which is, therefore, what they are losing if it is closed!). They only say they want it closed because I have it totally BLOCKADED (CLOSED!), so they merely want to 'save face.' People approached me four days ago, saying, 'Sir, Iran wants to open up the Strait, immediately.' But if we do that, there can never be a Deal with Iran, unless we blow up the rest of their Country, their leaders included!" he declared in a Tuesday night Truth Social post.
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"Iran is collapsing financially! They want the Strait of Hormuz opened immediately- Starving for cash! Losing 500 Million Dollars a day. Military and Police complaining that they are not getting paid. SOS!!!" the president claimed in another Tuesday night post.
Trump had indicated in a Tuesday afternoon Truth Social post that he would extend the ceasefire.
"Based on the fact that the Government of Iran is seriously fractured, not unexpectedly so and, upon the request of Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, of Pakistan, we have been asked to hold our Attack on the Country of Iran until such time as their leaders and representatives can come up with a unified proposal," Trump declared in the post.
"I have therefore directed our Military to continue the Blockade and, in all other respects, remain ready and able, and will therefore extend the Ceasefire until such time as their proposal is submitted, and discussions are concluded, one way or the other," he added.
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Earlier on Tuesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi had declared in a post on X that "Blockading Iranian ports is an act of war and thus a violation of the ceasefire. Striking a commercial vessel and taking its crew hostage is an even greater violation. Iran knows how to neutralize restrictions, how to defend its interests, and how to resist bullying."
Iran reportedly fired upon three ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday.
The Associated Press contributed to this report
EXCLUSIVE: Planned Parenthood set for massive taxpayer windfall if Senate fails to act
EXCLUSIVE: A coalition of pro-life groups, including Lila Rose’s Live Action, Students for Life, CatholicVote and others, is urging the Senate to take urgent action to enact a decade-long ban on federal funding for Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers before a July 4 deadline.
Senate Republicans hope to nail down the first step of their party-line funding package for immigration operations this week.
The current prohibition on federal tax dollar funding for abortion businesses, which President Donald Trump signed as part of last year’s budget bill, is set to expire this Independence Day. With the deadline fast approaching and congressional majorities subject to change this November, the groups stressed in a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune that the lives of unborn children — and hundreds of millions in annual tax dollars — are at stake.
In their letter to Thune, the pro-life leaders wrote that extending the prohibition is a matter of urgent fiscal responsibility, saying the "financial stakes are significant" and that a 10-year extension "would represent one of the most meaningful pro-taxpayer reforms Congress can enact."
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Before the big, beautiful bill’s provision took effect, Planned Parenthood, the largest abortion business in America, received nearly $800 million annually in taxpayer funding, primarily through federal health programs.
The letter asserts that "at a time of historic federal debt and growing budgetary pressure, continuing to subsidize the abortion industry is neither fiscally responsible nor defensible."
Though federal law bans taxpayer money from covering most abortions, many Republicans have long argued that abortion businesses such as Planned Parenthood use Medicaid money for other health services to subsidize abortion. Under the tax provision in Trump's 2025 spending bill, Medicaid payments are barred from going to abortion businesses, including Planned Parenthood.
The letter states that this prohibition "reflected longstanding concerns that many of the nation’s largest abortion businesses engage in activities that extend beyond traditional healthcare services."
These services, the letter says, include "providing and promoting abortion as a core organizational activity," offering or referring for gender transition interventions, including for minors, and delivering sex education programs that "promote inappropriate content to minors while denying parents meaningful transparency."
The letter states that the budget reconciliation process "remains the appropriate and proven legislative vehicle to achieve this objective" and that "defunding provisions fall squarely within reconciliation’s fiscal and policy scope."
"As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of American independence," the pro-life leaders argue that "Congress has an obligation to ensure that federal spending reflects fiscal discipline, accountability, and respect for life."
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They further framed a ten-year extension as consistent with longstanding bipartisan precedent separating abortion from federal spending. Such an extension, the letter says, would also "provide long-term policy stability, protect taxpayers, and prevent future administrations from restoring funding through executive action alone."
In response, a spokesperson for Planned Parenthood shared a statement in which the organization slammed Republicans for including a provision to make the prohibition permanent in a 2026 reconciliation package framework released by the Republican Study Committee.
Planned Parenthood has said that 23 of its health clinics have been forced to close due to Trump's spending bill. More than 50 clinics closed in 18 states last year, with most located in the Midwest.
The organization called the 2025 budget bill’s bar on federal dollars for abortion businesses "unconstitutional," adding that the closure of its locations has left "thousands of patients with fewer options, higher costs, and less freedom to make their own decisions about their lives, bodies, and futures."
Alexis McGill Johnson, president of Planned Parenthood Action Fund, said that "any member of Congress who supports this proposal is choosing to sacrifice our health care system and Planned Parenthood health center patients who already struggle to get care, just so they can score points for their anti-abortion agenda," adding that "people’s ability to get the health care they need is on the line."
"President Trump and his backers in Congress have already caused irreparable harm when they passed a law ‘defunding’ Planned Parenthood," said Johnson, concluding that "Planned Parenthood Action Fund will never stop fighting to protect everyone’s access to sexual and reproductive healthcare."
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Meanwhile, Rose emphasized in a statement to Fox News Digital that "if Congress does not act, the abortion industry will once again have access to hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars."
"This letter makes clear why that cannot be allowed to happen," wrote Rose, adding, "Planned Parenthood’s core business is abortion. It exists to kill preborn children for profit. It has also become a major promoter of gender ideology, including puberty blockers and cross sex hormones for minors."
"The Senate should use reconciliation again and enact the strongest defunding measure possible under the law," she added. "American taxpayers should never be forced to subsidize an industry that distributes cross sex hormones to vulnerable kids and kills millions of preborn American babies through abortion every year."
In addition to Rose, the letter was signed by Students for Life President Kristan Hawkins, Catholic Vote President Kelsey Reinhardt, Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America President Marjorie Dannenfelser and 34 other pro-life leaders from across the country.
Graduation gifts under $50 for every grad, from kindergarten to college
Graduation season is in full swing, and shoppers are looking for gifts that are both thoughtful and practical. Whether the grads in your life have just finished kindergarten, high school or college, these picks meet a range of needs and milestones — and will actually be used. From backpacks and headphones to travel bags, every option comes in under $50.
Help little ones get ready for elementary school with these practical gift ideas.
Gameboy backpack: $26.99 (10% off)
Squishmallows graduation owl: $15.99 (6% off)
Graduation dinosaur plushie: $15.99
Original price: $40
As they head to elementary school, a JanSport backpack is a practical way to carry daily essentials. The brand is known for durability, making it suitable for several school years. With a range of colors and patterns, it's easy to find a style that fits.
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This Owala Kids FreeSip water bottle is built for little hands. The durable stainless steel design stands up to drops and wear without denting or breaking easily.
Original price: $35.99
As kids move into full school days, a bento lunch box helps keep their meals organized and easy to pack. Separate compartments and a small thermos are designed to simplify lunchtime, while the structured design helps keep food contained and fresh.
Heading to college means new routines, and these gifts keep students prepared.
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Extra deep sheet set: $33.93 (25% off)
JBL Go 4 portable Bluetooth speaker: $39.95 (20% off)
Under-bed storage containers: $31.99 (20% off)
Original price: $69.99
Soundcore noise-canceling headphones help college students block out distractions on campus or during long study sessions. They offer up to 40 hours of battery life and multiple listening modes, making them a practical, lower-cost alternative to pricier options.
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At $20, this MagSafe charger is a practical gift for students on the go. The magnetic design connects easily to compatible phones for convenient charging, while additional USB ports can power devices like tablets and other electronics.
Original price: $36.99
If your grad is heading to college away from home, a weekender bag makes it easier to pack for trips back during breaks. It includes separate compartments for clothes, shoes and electronics, along with a toiletries bag for added organization. The water-resistant fabric helps protect belongings during rainy travel days.
With college behind them, grads are traveling or starting new jobs — these gifts keep them ready.
Travelon anti-theft messenger bag: $32.44 (63% off)
LEGO botanicals orchid: $39.98 (20% off)
Diploma frame: $22.49 (10% off)
Amazon Basics 4.4-quart air fryer: $44.99
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For the college graduates heading off to travel the world, a Bagsmart expandable bag makes their life a lot easier. It’s as compact as any duffel bag, but folds out into three roomy compartments with enough space to hold clothes, a laptop and toiletries. The multiple exterior pockets also add room for necessities you need to grab quickly — like passports, books and chargers.
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Set your grad up with a 142-piece tool kit for everyday fixes at home. It includes essentials like screwdrivers, a hammer and pliers, all organized in a compact carrying case that stores easily in a car or cabinet.
Original price: $59.99
After college, being prepared for unexpected issues — like a dead car battery —becomes more important. This AstroAI jump starter allows grads to handle breakdowns on their own. It can restart car, motorcycle and truck batteries, and a built-in flashlight adds visibility during nighttime use.
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For under $30, an AirTag adds an extra layer of security to everyday items. It attaches to luggage, keys and other belongings and tracks them through Apple's Find My network. If something goes missing, you can set alerts to help locate it quickly.
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Influencer accusing Stefon Diggs of sexual assault wants NFL star to fork over his financial records
The legal battle between Stefon Diggs and the influencer who accused him of drugging and sexually assaulting him just took another turn. Now, the wide receiver could be forced to open his books.
Christopher Blake Griffith, the social media personality at the center of the case, is asking a judge to force Diggs to hand over his financial records as part of the ongoing dispute.
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According to new court filings, Griffith’s legal team filed a motion to compel Diggs to produce evidence showing how the allegations have impacted him financially. Griffith claims Diggs has been dragging his feet in the discovery process.
The NFL star "does not get to sue and hide," Griffith’s attorney said
Griffith’s team also accuses Diggs of trying to block the discovery process, saying he is attempting to "obstruct any discovery" and "can’t have it both ways."
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Griffith claims the All-Pro receiver "drugged and sexually assaulted" him on May 22, 2023, and "conspired" to have him killed to "suppress his gay/bisexual secrets from becoming exposed."
In October, Diggs filed a defamation lawsuit against Griffith, accusing the influencer of fabricating the allegations for attention. In that lawsuit, Diggs claimed Griffith "intentionally and knowingly lied for online clout," and that the accusations caused serious damage to his reputation.
Griffith, meanwhile, has doubled down in a countersuit, maintaining that he was the victim and accusing Diggs of trying to silence him through legal action.
Now, the fight is shifting toward finances, with Griffith seeking proof that Diggs actually suffered the damages he claims.
It’s just the latest legal headache for Diggs, who is also dealing with a separate case involving his former personal chef. In that matter, he has been charged with felony strangulation or suffocation, and misdemeanor assault and battery, after police accused him of striking and choking the woman during a financial dispute.
Troy Aikman is selling 'fire suites,' which are exactly what they sound like
Former Dallas Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman still makes a pretty penny hanging out in the broadcast booth, but that doesn't mean he's without some off-field business ventures.
And one of them has me extremely upset.
Not because it's bad, but because I didn't think of it.
Do you like concerts? Of course you do.
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Do you like sitting around a fire with some pals? Who doesn't?!
Well, what if you could sit around a fire at a concert, and all it would cost you is $480,000 for a suite with four seats and a fire pit, but you can rent it out for some sweet, sweet (suite?) passive income?
Now you can with a genuine "Luxe Fire Suite" from the folks at Venu... who run venues.
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Take it away, Troy!
I am so disappointed in myself.
The last time I went to a concert, I had the chance to say, "Hey, what if there were a bunch of fires in the audience like it's Woodstock '99, but we toned it down so it's nothing like Woodstock '99, and we charge people about half a million dollars and up for it."
That's why I'm just a very handsome writer and not an entrepreneur.
But good for Troy for throwing his money behind this endeavor, because I think it's brilliant.
We've had fire since the first caveman rubbed two sticks together as a goof and accidentally became one of history's greatest visionaries.
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Now, someone is taking his idea and running with it, and they've got Troy Aikman giving it his stamp of approval.
People will eat this up.
Think how much you can one-up someone who owns a suite that you can't light a fire in?
"...Oh, you have a suite as well, eh? Tell me, where is the fire pit in yours? ...Ah, I'm sorry, I was under the impression you also had a genuine Venu brand Luxe Fire Suite. Well, we all need something to aspire to. Uh, Jeeves, another round of cognac, please. Here's to open flames at concerts..."
Natural hormone may reduce obesity without cutting calories, scientists say
Researchers at the University of Oklahoma have discovered a hormone that appears to reverse obesity in the body.
The new study, published in the journal Cell Reports, used mouse models to identify a naturally occurring hormone called FGF21 (fibroblast growth factor 21).
The hormone "appears to work by signaling to a brain region involved in metabolism and appetite regulation, the same area targeted by the popular GLP-1 drugs," according to a university press release.
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FGF21 is reportedly already involved in the development of a drug to treat metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), which is a form of fatty liver disease.
Lead study author Matthew Potthoff, PhD, a professor of biochemistry and physiology at OU College of Medicine and deputy director of the OU Health Harold Hamm Diabetes Center, said the study showed how the hormone sends "signals" to the lower back region of the brain.
"In our previous studies, we found that FGF21 signals to the brain instead of the liver, but we didn’t know where in the brain," he wrote.
"We thought we would find that it signaled to the hypothalamus (which is widely implicated in body weight regulation), so we were very surprised to discover that the signal was to the hindbrain, which is where the GLP-1 analogs are believed to act."
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The brain circuit behind these metabolic benefits appears to work by "mediating the effects of FGF21," Potthoff said — a process that can also be linked to side effects like gastrointestinal issues and, in some cases, bone loss.
"We hope that by identifying the specific circuit, it can help in the creation of more targeted therapies that are effective without negative side effects," he added.
The FGF21 and GLP-1 hormones act differently, although they target the same area of the brain, according to the researchers. While GLP-1 reduces food intake via appetite, FGF21 increases metabolic rate, burning energy and triggering weight loss.
Potthoff shared his hope for a new FGF21 drug that could target both weight loss and MASH, noting that additional studies are necessary to explore this potential.
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Dr. Peter Balazs MD, a hormone and weight loss specialist practicing in New York and New Jersey, said this discovery raises the possibility of targeting metabolic rate "directly," rather than relying only on calorie restriction.
"However, this is a preclinical [mouse] study using diet-induced obesity models, which is not fully relevant or similar to human obesity’s chronic metabolic adaptations," he told Fox News Digital.
FGF21 behaves differently in humans than in mice, as obese people have higher levels of the hormone in their blood, according to Balazs. This raises the question of how effective FGF21-based treatments would be.
"There are also important clinical concerns, such as whether FGF21 analogs can cause side effects like digestive issues and bone loss, which is especially risky since obesity already increases the chance of fractures," he cautioned. "The study doesn’t explain how these issues might be managed."
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Early human trials of FGF21 showed "modest weight loss" between 5% and 8%, according to Balazs, which is "less impressive" compared to GLP-1 treatments' average 15% weight loss.
It is also unclear whether the body could develop tolerance to FGF21 over time, which could reduce its effectiveness with long-term use, he added.
"The study is a nice first step toward alternative biochemical pathways for treating obesity," Balazs added. "However, clinical adoption will require safety trials that include bone density monitoring, along with confirmatory data in humans."
SPLC faces blowback from ‘hate map’ targets after DOJ fraud indictment
The DOJ’s fraud indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center is prompting swift reaction from groups named on its "hate map," many casting the charges as vindication after years of being labeled extremist.
After a grand jury in the Middle District of Alabama returned an 11-count indictment charging the SPLC with six counts of wire fraud, four counts of bank fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering, attention turned to groups the allegedly hate-group-linked organization itself has labeled as hate groups.
One of the more prominent names on SPLC’s "hate map" is the Family Research Council, which was the target of a 2012 attack by an armed man who allegedly found the group’s information on the SPLC’s website.
FRC President Tony Perkins said at the time that Floyd Lee Corkins II of Fairfax County — since sentenced to 25 years in prison — was responsible for wounding his building manager but believes "he was given a license by a group such as the Southern Poverty Law Center, who… labeled us a hate group because we defend the family and we stand for traditional, orthodox Christianity."
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Corkins’ signed statement of offense acknowledged he targeted FRC because of its views, including advocacy against gay marriage, and intended to kill "as many employees" as he could.
The SPLC denied the connection at the time and did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment on the blowback from groups featured on its hate map.
On Tuesday, Perkins called the indictment of the SPLC a "welcome development" that marks the beginning of a "long pattern of misrepresentation and harm."
"For years, the SPLC has used its platform to label and target organizations with whom it disagrees, often blurring the line between legitimate concern and ideological attack," he said, before noting Corkins’ attack.
"With over $750 million in their endowment which includes offshore accounts, the SPLC should be held responsible not only for what was done, but for the damage left behind," Perkins said.
Shannon Adcock, leader of the Midwestern parental rights group Awake Illinois, responded to SPLC’s indictment by noting it had posted "incredibly inflammatory rhetoric against us as parents simply for standing up for our parental rights and for our liberty."
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"Many of my friends across the country have been labeled by the Southern Poverty Law Center as well, while meanwhile there are legitimate terrorists that are running around this country and they are silent on those efforts while targeting law-abiding people such as Illinois and our friends Moms for Liberty, Parents of Indian Education, Courage is a Habit and many others," Adcock said. "So we celebrate this news. This is a good move by the FBI."
Adcock said she would purchase a bottle of Veuve Clicquot to celebrate.
Awake Illinois’ website used the indictment to solicit donations, suggesting new donors choose "Suck it, Southern Poverty Law Center, your hate can’t cancel us" as a reason on its dropdown menu.
PragerU, the education media nonprofit founded by conservative commentator Dennis Prager, was also featured on SPLC’s "hate map."
Marissa Streit, the group’s CEO, told Fox News Digital on Wednesday that the DOJ’s indictment appears to confirm everything that people knew about the SPLC.
"The alleged shell game fraud reveals the Center as what it really is: a leftist political outfit and an actual hate group masquerading as one fighting for civil rights," Streit said, as PragerU also highlighted its own recent video analysis of the SPLC: "The Anti-Hate Group That Is A Hate Group."
"Anyone paying any attention knows its ‘hate map’ is just a list of ideas the [SPLC] wants to destroy," Streit added.
ACT for America, a group focused on combating the spread of radical Islamic ideology and threats from radical Islam, also responded via its founder Brigitte Gabriel.
"The SPLC labeled me and my organization, ACT for America a hate group year ago," Gabriel said in a statement.
Gabriel founded the group after coming to America following years of living under threat of terrorism during the Lebanese Civil War, including attacks from Muslim militants who destroyed her house.
"[SPLC] considered us America’s largest hate group. A title we were proud to hold. It’s a wonderful thing to see the SPLC finally being held accountable for their lies."
Moms for Liberty cofounder Tina Descovich said the organization’s affiliates make up more than half of the SPLC’s "hate map."
"[That’s] simply because we’re empowering parents to get involved in their school board meetings and because we recognize the difference between boys and girls," she told Fox News Digital.
"The SPLC’s hate map has been weaponized against us countless times, including by law enforcement where training manuals labeled us as an extremist group by citing the SPLC. We urge all who give to this dangerous organization to stop doing so immediately, and we call on all organizations who have used them in the past to condemn their actions."
Fox News Digital also reached out to the Center for Immigration Studies and its president, Mark Krikorian, for comment.
CIS pointed Fox News Digital to a column Krikorian wrote about being listed on the hate map in 2023, where he said the SPLC has been "lying low for some time, since the eruption of multiple humiliating scandals involving racism and sexual harassment that led to the firing of most of the group’s leadership, including founder Morris Dees."
"The appearance of its annual 'hate map' was months late, raising suspicions that there were changes afoot. No such luck — the latest anathema was just pronounced. Google it yourself, if you want to see it," he wrote.
"The Center for Immigration Studies is still there, of course; after operating for three decades, we graduated to 'hate group' status right after Trump’s election in 2016 — coincidentally."
Fox News' Kevin Ward, Alec Schemmel and David Spunt contributed to this report.
Emmy-award winning journalist allegedly hid cameras in TV station dressing rooms, police say
A wide-eyed Emmy award-winning journalist was arrested for allegedly secretly filming people getting undressed at a local Oklahoma television station.
Darrell Lee Vannostran, 40, was booked after he was arrested for the use of photo or video equipment in a clandestine manner in a private place. The photographer and editor was nominated and won multiple Heartland TV Emmy Awards last year.
According to court documents obtained by The Oklahoman, janitorial staff discovered two video cameras in the private dressing room areas within KWTV News 9’s building in downtown Oklahoma City.
Authorities said it was not immediately clear whether the cameras recorded guests or staff at the local station. During their review of the video, they found individuals in "various states of undress," according to The Oklahoman.
The cameras were attached by Velcro underneath clothing racks, investigators said.
"A review of the extracted video footage confirmed the cameras had been active and had recorded multiple subjects who used the dressing room areas in private settings," the affidavit states, according to The Oklahoman.
According to The Oklahoman, following the discovery of the hidden cameras, police launched an investigation and began analyzing the video.
Investigators discovered the cameras were repositioned on two different occasions and accessed multiple times that were timestamped, the outlet reported.
The timestamps and dates allowed police to narrow down to one suspect – later identified as Vannostran.
Authorities, the outlet said, allege that Vannostran was inside the news station when not scheduled to work, entering the building and staying less than 45 minutes and allegedly making connections to the hidden cameras within the timeframes under investigation.
On Tuesday, Vannostran was arrested at his home in Moore, Oklahoma. He was still in custody at the Oklahoma County jail on Tuesday on a $25,000 bond.
"Griffin Media is aware of the arrest of our former employee Darrell Vannostran," Houston Hunt, the vice president of marketing at Griffin Media, said in a statement to Fox News Digital. "Our priority is the safety and privacy of our employees."
"When the devices were discovered, we immediately contacted the police and have been cooperating fully with their investigation. We are very appreciative of the dedicated, hard work by the members of the Oklahoma City Police Department. Because this is a personnel matter, we can’t comment further."
Whoopi Goldberg demands 'everybody stop with the redistricting' following Virginia vote
"The View" co-host Whoopi Goldberg demanded an end to redistricting efforts from both sides during "The View" on Wednesday, after Virginia voters approved a redistricting referendum on Tuesday.
The measure could reshape Virginia’s congressional delegation, with national implications as both parties battle for control of the House.
"You know there are good people out there and want to do this, but people don’t want to start running and then get removed because you’ve changed the map. Leave the map alone. Just leave the map alone. Let people decide who they want and what they want… You don’t own the government. We own the government," Goldberg said as the co-hosts brought up Florida, possibly re-districting in response.
Goldberg said at the end of the discussion, "Everybody, stop with the redistricting. Let people win on their own merit. Because cheating doesn’t work. Cheating just makes it worse."
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Goldberg, while discussing the news at the start of the show, wondered where it was going to end.
"Where is it going to end? Because Texas did this, then California said, 'No, we're going to do this.' Now, Virginia said, ‘We’ll ask our people what they want,’ as did the folks in California… California people said, ‘Yeah, we don’t like what’s happening,’ So you can’t, you can’t say, you know, clutch your pearls and go, 'Oh, my God, I can’t believe you did this.'"
Co-host Sunny Hostin supported the effort by Democrats in Virginia and said Republicans started it.
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"The Republican Party did start this in Texas and didn’t do it by the will of the people. They didn’t have an election. They didn’t put it on the ballot. They did it in the legislature and Texas stole – well, redistricted and took five seats. So California, which has the GDP of a small country, basically said 'I’ll see your five and I’m going to get you five,' so the Democrats got five. I thought it should have ended there," Hostin said.
She continued, "But if you look at, then North Carolina got involved and Republicans started little by little chipping away, taking away the will of the people, and now you’ve got Virginia saying, we’re going to take it to the people, not the legislature," Hostin said, pointing to a likely Democratic advantage in the state. "And I’ve got to tell you when they go low, I think you go to the earth’s crust."
The ballot measure passed in Virginia gives the Democrat-controlled legislature — rather than the state's current nonpartisan commission — temporary redistricting power through the 2030 election. It could result in a 10-1 advantage for Democrats in Virginia's congressional delegation, up from their current 6-5 edge.
The referendum, which follows President Donald Trump's push for mid-decade redistricting in Republican-led states, would give the Democrats four additional left-leaning U.S. House seats ahead of the midterms as the party tries to win back control of the chamber from the GOP, which currently holds a razor-thin majority.