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Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction overturned by New York appeals court: The latest
The New York State Court of Appeals overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction. Here's what that means and what happens next.
'Rust' armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed gets 18 months in prison. Max sentence 'does not bode well' for Alec Baldwin, says expert.
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, who was weapons handler on 'Rust' set, gets max sentence in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan split in 2018. Why they're fighting over 'Magic Mike' money, 6 years later.
Although Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan were declared legally single in 2019, they are at a standstill over "Magic Mike" money. Here's what that means.
Morgan Wallen's ex KT Smith speaks out after his arrest, hopes he returns 'to the good path that he was on'
Country star Morgan Wallen was arrested and charged with felony reckless endangerment and disorderly conduct for tossing a chair off a rooftop bar.
Sean Combs sex trafficking investigation: 'I would be very concerned if I were Diddy,' legal expert says
Three legal experts weigh in on the Diddy sex trafficking investigation and why the rapper should be "worried."
'Selling Sunset' alum Christine Quinn's husband Christian Richard arrested again after alleged domestic violence incident: the latest
Christine Quinn's husband, Christian Richard, was charged with assault with a deadly weapon. Richard violated an emergency protective order by returning to the house the couples shares.
House passes bill that could ban TikTok. Here's what happens next.
The legislation requires TikTok’s Chinese parent company ByteDance to sell it within 180 days or risk TikTok being banned from U.S. app stores and web hosting services.
Key takeaways from 'Rust' armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed's trial: Experts, eyewitnesses recount lapses in gun safety
Film armorer Bryan Carpenter, a witness for the prosecution, watched footage from the “Rust” set, pointing out instances of guns being used in an unsafe manner on the set prior to the fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
2024 election: What do voters think about Trump’s legal battles?
Former president Donald Trump has a dual schedule this year: he’s crisscrossing the country in a primary battle for the Republican nomination for president while mounting his legal defense in four separate criminal cases. Yahoo News West Coast Correspondent Andrew Romano breaks down the results of a new Yahoo News/YouGov poll that reveals what voters think about the trials and how legal issues could affect political attitudes going forward.
Jay Leno files for conservatorship over wife Mavis, who was diagnosed with dementia: Everything we know
The former “Tonight Show” host is seeking a conservatorship over the estate of his wife of 43 years, who has been diagnosed with dementia.
Alec Baldwin looks forward to his day in court after being recharged in fatal 'Rust' shooting: How we got here
Nine months after previous criminal charges against Baldwin were dismissed, the actor was indicted by a New Mexico grand jury on a charge of involuntary manslaughter in the death of Halyna Hutchins. We look at how he can be recharged and what legal experts think of the prosecution's case.
A$AP Rocky's lawyer says he 'will not consider a plea deal' as gun assault case moves toward trial. Everything we know about the charges.
What we know about the case, from what allegedly went down to how much jail time Rocky's facing. Plus, a crisis PR expert weighs in on the optics, including whether Rocky's love, singer and fashion mogul Rihanna, should support him at the trial.
Tiffany Haddish Pleads Not Guilty In DUI Case
Tiffany Haddish has pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol and driving with a .08% BAC. According to legal documents, obtained by The Blast, Haddish pled “not guilty” to the two counts brought by the L.A. County District Attorney’s Office during her arraignment on Wednesday. As we reported, the actress was arrested […]
Apple is settling a class action lawsuit over Family Sharing for $25 million
Apple will pay $25 million to settle a class action lawsuit that accuses the tech giant of misleading customers over Family Sharing.
Diddy, Jamie Foxx and Steven Tyler among famous men sued for sexual assault under New York's Adult Survivors Act. Legal experts explain what happens next.
Russell Brand, Diddy, Cuba Gooding Jr., Axl Rose, Bill Cosby, Steven Tyler and Jamie Foxx are among the stars sued under the Adult Survivors At.
Daryl Hall is suing John Oates after more than 50 years together. Everything we know about the case.
33 Hot 100 hits. 14 million albums sold. Now a legal battle jeopardizes the most successful duo in pop history.
Jonathan Majors arrives for domestic violence trial with Meagan Good at his side and a Bible in hand. 'That is not by mistake,' says legal expert.
The Marvel actor arrived for his domestic violence trial Wednesday in NYC holding hands with his new girlfriend, actress Meagan Good. He was also carrying a Bible.
Jonathan Majors's domestic violence case goes to trial. A legal expert shares what to expect.
The actor, whom Marvel has been banking on to play Kang, is going to trial over charges that he assaulted and harassed his then-girlfriend in March.
Cassie settles with Diddy, a day after filing explosive lawsuit accusing him of rape, abuse and sex trafficking. Here's what happened.
The former couple release separate statements announcing they have "amicably" ended case before it could begin.
Taylor Swift was accused of plagiarizing lyrics to 'Shake It Off' in a 2017 lawsuit. A new doc dives into what happened to the accusers.
Swift always said her 2014 hit was influenced by her own experiences.
Cher legal news brief: The icon says it's 'not true' that she hired men to kidnap her troubled son amid his divorce
Cher reportedly did not want son Elijah Blue Allman to reconcile with estranged wife Marie Angela King.
Trump fraud trial: N.Y. AG Letitia James alleges Trump illegally gained $1B
Former President Donald Trump’s civil trial for business fraud began Monday at a New York state courthouse in Manhattan, where Trump is appearing in person. New York Attorney General Letitia James alleges Trump defrauded lenders by inflating the value of his assets.
Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas's custody battle is complicated due to their globe-trotting lifestyle, a family lawyer explains
Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas's custody battle is not only bitter but messy due to their globe-trotting lifestyle, a legal expert tells Yahoo Entertainment.
A legal glossary of Trump's court cases
In a span of five months this year, former President Donald Trump was indicted on a total of 91 felony counts across four separate criminal cases. As hearings and trial dates are set, here's a guide to some of the legal terms you may hear.
Danny Masterson's 'That '70s Show' is still on the air following rape convictions, and viewers want to know why: 'No thank you!'
"The Cosby Show" and "7th Heaven" were dropped following their stars' sexual assault scandals, but Masterson's sitcom remains available on Peacock and Prime Video.
Danny Masterson's inner circle: A look at who has stood by him during his rape trial, from wife Bijou Phillips to Ashton Kutcher and other 'That '70s Show' stars
Here's who supported the "That '70s Show" actor amid his rape conviction.