LND topic: sonya-tilghman page 1

sonya tilghman

New Play Field Lights Up Hazelwood Community

April 22, 2026

Pittsburgh’s Hazelwood Green area just got a fresh sports venue that will keep kids active for years. A big ribbon‑cutting ceremony brought together NFL boss Roger Goodell, Steelers president Art Rooney II, coach Mike McCarthy and future draft picks. They played on the field with local youth and Spe

sports

How Jackie Robinson’s Number 42 Became a Symbol of Change

April 16, 2026

April 15 isn’t just another date on the sports calendar. It’s the day Jackie Robinson stepped onto the field in 1947 and changed baseball forever. More than seven decades later, his impact still echoes across the sport. This year, Major League Baseball teams are honoring that legacy in a big way—eve

crime

Celebrity Events Fueled by City Money

April 1, 2026

A city official who led a major community program was charged with using public funds to host high‑profile gatherings and promote her own projects. The chief of the Human Rights Commission received an annual salary of $350, 000 while overseeing a $120 million initiative designed to help Black reside

politics

Pardon Debate: Why One Politician’s Jail Time Stirs More Questions than the Other

March 6, 2026

The recent call by Gov. Jared Polis to look at former clerk Tina Peters’ sentence sparked a national conversation about fairness in the courts. Polis highlighted that Peters, a Republican who helped hack Mesa County’s election system, received nine years after being found guilty on seven charges.

health

Exercise, Babies, and Odd Facts: A Mix of Health Insights

December 30, 2025

Women outperform men in heart health when it comes to exercise. Studies show that women who engage in moderate to vigorous physical activity for 150 minutes a week see a 22% reduction in coronary heart disease risk. Men, on the other hand, only see a 17% reduction with the same amount of exercise. H

health

A Beauty Treatment Gone Wrong: The Lawsuit Against a Famous Skin Expert

December 11, 2025

A woman is taking legal action against a well-known skin expert, claiming a treatment left her with lasting damage. Victoria Nelson is suing Sonya Dakar, a celebrity esthetician, after a procedure she says ruined her face. The California Attorney General's office is also involved, filing a complaint

crime

Justice Served, But Questions Remain in Sonya Massey's Case

October 30, 2025

A former deputy's trial has left many wondering about the justice system. Sean Grayson, who shot and killed Sonya Massey in her own kitchen, was found guilty, but not of the most serious charge. He was convicted of second-degree murder, not first-degree, which means he might not spend his entire lif

crime

Justice on Trial: The Case of a Deputy and a Fatal 911 Call

October 30, 2025

In Illinois, a jury is grappling with a tough decision. They're trying to figure out what happened when a former deputy shot and killed an unarmed Black woman in her own home. The woman, Sonya Massey, had called 911 for help, not realizing it would be her last call. The deputy, Sean Grayson, is now

crime

The Trial of Sean Grayson: A Closer Look at Day 6

October 27, 2025

Day 6 of the trial of Sean Grayson, charged with the murder of Sonya Massey, brought more witnesses and intense questioning. The defense and prosecution presented experts to discuss use-of-force policies and de-escalation tactics. The defense called Kevin R. Davis, a retired law enforcement officer

crime

A Deputy's Choice: Training vs. Tragedy in Sonya Massey's Death

October 22, 2025

In a courtroom far from Springfield, a jury is grappling with a tough question: Did a deputy follow his training or let his emotions take over when he shot and killed Sonya Massey in her own home? The deputy, Sean Grayson, is on trial for murder. He's accused of not following proper police procedure