James Gardener, Author at Ballot News

Tragedy Strikes as 6 Lives Lost in Nashville School Shooting

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – WSMV4 has compiled a list of the top stories that captivated the attention of readers throughout 2023, with the most tragic story of the year being The Covenant School shooting. In late March, a former student opened fire at The Covenant School, resulting in the deaths of three students and three adults. This tragic event prompted a series of legislative meetings, court hearings, and a special session on school safety in Tennessee. …

Tragic Pregnant Texas Teen Found Dead in Gang-Related Incident

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS – The tragic death of a pregnant Texas teenager, Savanah Nicole Soto, has once again raised concerns about the impact of gang violence on families. Former FBI agent Jennifer Coffindaffer believes that the circumstances surrounding Soto’s death are indicative of the dangers associated with gang life, especially for those who are inadvertently caught up in it. Soto, along with her boyfriend, Matthew Guerra, was found dead with gunshot wounds to the head …

Family Honors 24-Year-Old Killed on Christmas Day Amid Suspected Domestic Violence, Raises Awareness

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – A 24-year-old woman, Shania Shaw, was tragically shot and killed on Christmas Day in what her family believes was a domestic violence incident. Over a hundred of Shaw’s loved ones gathered to honor her memory at a memorial event over the weekend. During the ceremony, Shania’s mother, Shantell Shaw, expressed the difficulty of accepting her daughter’s passing and the pain of only having memories left behind. Shantell and Shania’s brother, Devin Dozier, …

Digital Regulatory Risk & Compliance Specialist Julia Leads Transformation Programs and Board Directorships

Singapore – Julia is a partner in PwC Singapore’s Digital Regulatory Risk & Compliance practice, where she specializes in advising financial institutions on digital transformation strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance. With over 20 years of experience, Julia has led various transformation programs and internal audit reviews for banks, wealth managers, and capital markets intermediaries. Her ability to connect the dots and develop tailored solutions for clients has earned her their trust and appreciation. Before …

Israel’s Haaretz Newspaper: Breaking News, Analyses, and Opinions

Jerusalem, Israel – Haaretz.com, the online English edition of Haaretz Newspaper in Israel, provides readers with breaking news, analyses, and opinions about Israel, the Middle East, and the Jewish World. The website is a valuable resource for those seeking information and insights on the region. As a leading source of news and perspectives, Haaretz.com offers a wide range of topics, including life and culture, columnists’ opinions, and partnerships. This diverse coverage ensures that readers are …

Officer’s Heroic Actions Help End Fatal Mall Shooting Spree

ALLEN, Texas – Every day, police officers across the country face the possibility of putting their lives on the line to protect their communities. For one Allen officer, that reality became tragically real on May 6 when he responded heroically to a mass shooting at a local shopping mall. When shots rang out at the Allen Premium Outlets, the officer, who had been engaging in casual conversation with a mother and her two children, immediately …

Elevator Shooting: 18-Year-Old Charged with Murder, But Did Not Fire Shots

HOUSTON, Texas – An 18-year-old has been charged with murder after a deadly shooting in a Third Ward high-rise apartment elevator earlier this month. However, authorities have clarified that he was not the one who pulled the trigger. According to court documents, 18-year-old Larry Holmes did not fire the deadly shots. Houston police stated that Holmes “coached” a 16-year-old on how to commit armed robbery, instructing him to point a gun at two people and …

Murder, Sexual Violence, and Torture Unveiled in Israel’s ‘Black Sabbath’ on Oct. 7

TEL AVIV, Israel – In a shocking turn of events, a disturbing case of murder, sexual violence, and torture has rocked Israel. Referred to as “Black Sabbath,” the case involves a 19-year-old suspect accused of heinous crimes that have left the country in disbelief. The suspect, a man from the West Bank, is accused of murdering a 13-year-old girl, as well as engaging in sexual violence and torture. The details of the case have sent …

Ohio Man Sentenced to 3 Years in Prison for Groping Teenage Girl

HUBER HEIGHTS, Ohio – A man from Huber Heights has been sentenced to three years in prison for sexually abusing a teenage girl in Greene County. Anthony Sellers, 38, was found guilty of two counts of gross sexual imposition in September and was indicted in February. The sentencing took place on Dec. 20 in Greene County Common Pleas Court. The victim initially reported the abuse in early February of 2023 by passing a note to …

Murder Trial: Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty for Hiker’s Killer

Prosecutors in Phoenix, Arizona are seeking the death penalty for a man accused of murdering a woman on a hiking trail. Zion Teasley, 22, allegedly stabbed 29-year-old Lauren Heike multiple times, leading to her death, according to court documents. The incident occurred in April, and the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office filed a notice of intent on Friday to seek the death penalty for Teasley. Heike’s body was found on the Reach 11 trail in Phoenix, …