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Lindsay Clancy's Lawyer Wants to Review Dissenting Juror's History

Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney is requesting a judge to initiate an investigation into the sole juror who stood firm in the case, which ended in a mistrial this month. As reported earlier this month by investigators from our sister station NBC10 Boston, this juror had a history of domestic violence allegations and was under a restraining order at the time of being selected for the murder trial. Legal experts told us that these revelations raised doubts about whether the juror answered their questionnaire truthfully. Now, Kevin Reddington, Clancy's attorney, wants the court to review that document, request phone records to see if the juror used their cellphone during deliberations, and even question them under oath. According to case records, Judge William Sullivan has not yet ruled on the motion but has reserved the memorandum and evidence attached to Reddington's argument for a 'limited inquiry' into the juror. A police report obtained by NBC10 Boston revealed that the juror's 13-year-old nephew called 911 in 2021 after claiming his uncle grabbed his wife by the neck and threw her against a dresser. Court records show that the couple divorced after the incident, and the criminal charge was dismissed. NBC10 Boston did not name the juror in our original report, but their attorney has since publicly identified him as Michael Desronvil. Investigators also found that the same teenage nephew obtained a restraining order last year after alleging that the juror pushed him to the ground and repeatedly punched him in the face. In his sworn statement for the restraining order, the teenager wrote that his uncle told him, 'You ruined my life' for calling the police, adding, 'You’ve been asking for it for a long time.' Court records indicate that the juror was found not guilty of the criminal charges, meaning all records related to that case are sealed. However, the restraining order was still in effect when he was selected for the high-profile Clancy trial, before expiring last month. Legal experts told us that the details raised questions about the juror's confidential questionnaire, which asks if anyone has been arrested, charged with a crime, or notified of a court order. Reddington told reporters on Monday that he would speak in court and argue why the juror's records should be reviewed. 'People can vilify me all they want and say I’m making claims about the juror. I’m not making claims about the juror. I’m talking about the system,' Reddington said. So far, the only statement from the juror, released through his attorney, is that he had 'no doubt' Clancy should be convicted of murder. Meanwhile, an online fundraiser titled 'Support the Juror' is approaching $400,000 in donations. NBC10 Boston reached out to the juror's attorney, Edward Andrew Paltzik, regarding the new motion filed concerning his client, but has not yet received a response. We also contacted Plymouth District Attorney Timothy Cruz, who has not announced whether he plans to retry the case. A spokesperson for Cruz has not provided a response. The motion regarding the juror's records will be part of a highly watched hearing scheduled for September 29 in Plymouth Superior Court. 'Who knew what and when did they know it?' said Michael Coyne, NBC10's chief legal analyst. 'What was checked in those boxes? What should have been checked in those boxes? Those questions are essential to answer.'

Lindsay Clancy Case: Her Lawyer Seeks to Dismiss Murder Charges

Lindsay Clancy's attorney has filed a new motion to dismiss the murder charges against her for the deaths of her children, arguing that the trial judge should have done more to investigate claims from jurors that a dissenting juror was not applying the law according to instructions. The motion, submitted on Monday in Plymouth Superior Court by attorneys Kevin Reddington and Martin Weinberg, states that a new trial would violate Clancy's rights against being tried twice for the same offense, as the allegations shared with the judge 'required sufficient judicial inquiry to determine if her right to an impartial jury was being violated.' Earlier this month, 11 of the 12 jurors were ready to exonerate Lindsay Clancy of criminal liability, with most believing the Massachusetts mother was under the influence of a rare condition called postpartum psychosis when she strangled her children in 2023. However, a single juror sided with prosecutors, who argued that Clancy knew what she was doing. The deadlock continued, and Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial on September 4. So far, the only statement from the jury, released through their attorney, is that they 'had no doubt' Clancy should be found guilty of murder. Clancy's legal team had previously requested that Sullivan declare her not guilty. Among other motions filed in court over the past week, Reddington is asking for the preservation of jury questionnaires and other documents, including those from the juror who voted to convict her. 'I hope Judge Sullivan will authorize the termination of the case,' Reddington told reporters on Monday. 'It's a case that simply needs to be resolved.' When asked about the dissenting juror's statement, Reddington said he had no reaction, adding, 'We resolve that in the courtroom.' During the trial, neither side disputed that Clancy strangled her children, Cora, Dawson, and Callan, in the family home before attempting to take her own life. However, Reddington claimed she was a loving mother experiencing deep delusions and other mental health issues for which she was receiving treatment. Plymouth County District Attorney Tim Cruz has not yet indicated whether he plans to retry the case. Reddington noted that he has not spoken with him. 'Tim and I have known each other for a long time. I met him when he was a defense attorney, and I obviously know him as a prosecutor, and I'm sure Tim will reach out to me,' Reddington said. Reddington has expressed a desire for the next trial to proceed as quickly as possible. The next hearing is scheduled for September 29. Reddington also reacted to an interview on '60 Minutes' with Clancy's ex-husband, who spoke about their children, his ex-wife, and his own life. Patrick Clancy said he forgave Lindsay for the deaths of their three young children in his first televised interview since the jury was deadlocked in the trial over the children's deaths. He also discussed his grief, noting that he struggled with suicidal thoughts after the homicides and experienced a panic attack while testifying in Lindsay's trial when attorneys played for the jury his 911 call reporting the children's deaths. 'That's pretty much what we've all heard from the beginning,' Reddington said. 'I think he's been quite consistent.' The Associated Press contributed to this report.

Texas Border Business · Sep 21, 2026

AG Paxton Secures Settlement with Sprouts Over Produce Pesticide Misting

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has reached a settlement with Sprouts Farmers Market, ensuring that none of its produce will be treated with the synthetic pesticide ProduceMaxx. This agreement, effective at all Sprouts locations nationwide, follows an investigation initiated in January 2026 due to concerns about the misting of organic produce with synthetic chemicals. ProduceMaxx, an EPA-registered pesticide, was previously used inappropriately in many grocery stores. Under the settlement, Sprouts will halt the use of ProduceMaxx on all produce, including organic items, within 90 days. Paxton emphasizes the importance of consumer protection and transparency.

Sheinbaum Attributes Violence in Sinaloa to Foreign 'Interference'

Mexico's President, Claudia Sheinbaum, attributed the violence affecting Sinaloa for the past two years to foreign 'interference' following the capture of Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada in the United States in July 2024, which triggered an internal conflict within the Sinaloa Cartel. 'Sinaloa is a demonstration that interference caused, with the breakup of a criminal group, the situation we have today,' the president stated during her morning conference. She noted that prior to Zambada's arrest, which resulted in a life sentence in the U.S. last July, Sinaloa recorded fewer than one homicide a day, but violence surged after the drug lord's capture and the 'breakup of a criminal group.' 'This generated violence that has been contained because it is not the same as when we arrived in October compared to what is happening today, but there are still significant crime rates in Sinaloa,' she added. Zambada was arrested on July 25, 2024, upon landing at a New Mexico airport along with Joaquín Guzmán López, one of Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán's sons, in an incident the Mexican government claimed it did not participate in. The U.S. later stated that Guzmán López surrendered voluntarily and that Zambada was taken against his will, while the veteran drug trafficker claimed he was kidnapped and forcibly taken to U.S. territory. Months later, the display of the plane used to transport him fueled controversy over a possible FBI intervention.

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 21, 2026

AP Exclusive: ICE hides locations of thousands of detainees with final removal orders

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has stopped publicly revealing where it is holding thousands of detainees who are subject to final deportation orders, an unannounced move that has made it far more difficult for lawyers and relatives to find them, according to current and former officials familiar with the practice. ICE removed those detainees from

ValleyCentral (KGBT) · Sep 21, 2026

Austin attorney says ICE shooting victim's wife 'devastated,' kept in dark

An Austin immigration attorney who told KXAN Investigates she represents the victim of Sunday's Immigration Customs and Enforcement shooting has identified him as Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, 28, who entered the country "a couple years ago" from Venezuela.

Technical Issues at Key Air Traffic Control Center Delay Flights in Northeast U.S.

Hundreds of flights were canceled in the Northeast United States due to technical problems at a key regional air traffic control center; activity at major airports in the New York City area was halted for several hours on Monday, just as numerous foreign leaders were traveling to attend the United Nations General Assembly. However, President Donald Trump's flight from Washington to New York was able to take off as scheduled. The technical issues occurred at the same Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) facilities in Philadelphia that caused numerous disruptions at Newark Liberty International Airport in the spring of 2025. Regional control centers like these have two data transmission lines: the primary and the backup. The FAA reported that a circuit on the primary line failed on Monday morning, and when the system attempted to switch to the backup line, workers discovered that the fiber optic line had been cut. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy noted that the responsibility lay with an Amtrak construction crew. The disruption affected flights heading to Philadelphia, as well as to Kennedy, LaGuardia, and Newark airports. By early afternoon, some flights began to resume at LaGuardia, Kennedy, and Philadelphia. However, significant delays were expected for the rest of the day. Some airlines allowed their customers to change flights without incurring additional fees. The FAA advised travelers to check the status of their flights with their airline before heading to the airport. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford told the press that the agency is working to restore the primary connection as soon as possible by installing a new circuit on that line while also addressing the repair of the backup fiber optic line. He indicated that it is unclear how long this task will take. Verizon reported that its technicians are working to restore service as quickly as possible. 'Repairing that fiber break will likely take 13 hours. It's a huge outage,' Bedford stated, according to a video posted online by a CBS transportation journalist. He noted that the FAA might be able to install a new circuit to reactivate the primary line even before the fiber line is repaired. The failed primary circuit is scheduled to be replaced as part of the modernization of the country's air traffic control system. Also on Monday, the FAA began testing a new computer system that uses artificial intelligence to help predict scheduling conflicts and weather issues, making it easier for air traffic controllers to reroute traffic. However, this system is initially being tested only in the Washington D.C. area, so it does not appear to be related to the service disruptions.

Paramount Reaches Agreement with California and Other States on Merger with Warner Bros.

The California Attorney General's office announced on Monday an agreement that resolves a legal challenge filed by 12 states against the $110 billion merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery, clearing a key obstacle for the transaction. The merger would unite two historic film studios, Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros. Pictures; two popular streaming platforms, Paramount+ and HBO Max; and two news organizations, CBS News and CNN, under the leadership of 43-year-old mogul David Ellison. The states opposing the deal, led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, filed a lawsuit on July 13 to block the merger, arguing in a 38-page complaint that the operation would 'eliminate competition' in Hollywood. Paramount agreed to suspend the merger process until the antitrust challenge is resolved or until June 1, 2027, whichever comes first. Judge Araceli Martínez-Olguín of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, who is presiding over the case, had scheduled an antitrust trial for early March.

ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox News, and NBC Will Not Provide Joint Coverage of Trump Events This Monday

Major U.S. television networks, including ABC, CBS, CNN, Fox News, and NBC, have decided not to provide a joint television signal for President Donald Trump's public events on Monday. This marks a departure from the traditional practice of sharing coverage among media outlets. The networks stated that the public deserves accurate and independent information about government activities. The decision comes amid ongoing disputes between the Trump administration and media organizations regarding access conditions. While other media will still cover the events, there will be no shared signal from the five major networks. This situation coincides with a lawsuit filed by CNN and others against the administration for restricting access.

CNN, MS NOW, and Politico to Sue Over White House Ban

CNN, MS NOW, and Politico have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration after being denied access to the White House. President Trump announced the ban on Truth Social, citing their coverage as 'fake news.' The denial of entry occurred the day after Trump’s announcement, marking a significant escalation in his efforts to limit press coverage he disapproves of. The media outlets stated that this action threatens press freedom and the public's right to independent journalism. The White House defended the ban, claiming these outlets pose a national security threat. This incident has drawn criticism from press associations and experts.

Trump Heads to the UN with Focus on War in Iran

WASHINGTON – U.S. President Donald Trump begins an intense week of foreign policy on Monday that will take him back to the UN General Assembly, with the war in Iran at the center of his agenda, a year after criticizing the United Nations' inability to resolve international conflicts from the same forum. Trump is traveling to New York on Monday for his speech at the UN on Tuesday and has several meetings planned with foreign leaders, including an unprecedented meeting with Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, before returning to Washington to host Chinese President Xi Jinping. During his address to the Assembly, Trump will "address the importance of ensuring that Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon, a demand that is not only from the United States but from the UN," said U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz in a conference call. Afterwards, he is scheduled to meet with leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council, which includes Washington's allies in the Persian Gulf, to discuss the developments in the war.

Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, dies at 27

Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, passed away on Sunday, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County coroner. He died in a rehabilitation center, although the cause of death is currently unknown pending an autopsy. A representative for the family requested privacy during this difficult time. Presley was the older brother of model and actress Kaia Gerber. This is an ongoing story, and further details are expected to emerge.

Texas Supreme Court rules baby delivered by surrogate can leave Texas

The Texas Supreme Court has ruled that a baby delivered by a surrogate can leave Texas for medical treatment in California. McKenna West, the surrogate, sought to prevent the biological parents, Nausheen Gilkar and Omar Ahmed, from taking the one-month-old infant, Rumi, to a hospital in Los Angeles. The court emphasized the child's medical needs, stating that transferring Rumi to an ICU in California is crucial for his health. The ruling follows a series of court battles across multiple states, with the biological parents consistently winning custody rights. Rumi has already undergone surgery and requires further medical care.

Rising gas prices frustrate voters. Trump says it an inexpensive price to pay for the Iran war

In Edinburg, Texas, rising gas prices are causing frustration among voters, particularly as they prepare for the upcoming midterm elections. Quinten Martinez, an Amazon delivery driver, expressed concern over the financial burden of gas prices, which have surged to an average of $4.48 per gallon. President Trump downplayed the situation, suggesting that higher prices are a small price to pay for the war with Iran. However, many voters, including those from both parties, are feeling the pinch and are dissatisfied with the current economic conditions, leading to a potential shift in political support come November.

Trump says his planned arch would become a military complex able to host drones and snipers

President Donald Trump announced plans for a monumental arch between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, which he claims will serve as a 'top grade military complex' capable of hosting drones and snipers. He argues that this project, along with other initiatives to enhance the White House, is essential for national security. The arch has received preliminary approval but faces legal challenges from veterans and an architectural historian who argue it requires Congressional authorization. The project is part of Trump's broader efforts to leave a lasting legacy in Washington, D.C.

Voting groups sound alarm on funding shortfalls that they say could affect midterm turnout

Major voter engagement and racial justice organizations in the U.S. are experiencing significant funding shortages as the midterm elections approach, raising concerns about voter turnout. America Votes, a coalition of over 400 progressive groups, reports being underfunded compared to previous election cycles. Many grassroots organizations, particularly those focused on communities of color, are scaling back operations due to decreased donor support following the 2024 presidential election. Efforts to engage voters are being hindered, with some groups turning to technology and social media to adapt. The Democratic National Committee acknowledges the challenges but emphasizes its commitment to voter protection and mobilization.

Delcy Rodríguez Arrives in New York to Participate in the UN General Assembly

Venezuelan official Delcy Rodríguez arrived in New York to participate in the UN General Assembly, as she shared in a social media post early Monday morning. The Venezuelan government confirmed on Sunday her attendance at the event, where she is also scheduled to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday. The announcement underwent a change shortly after it was published. The Ministry of Communication initially posted a message on X with details about Rodríguez's participation but deleted it minutes later. They then shared a new, shorter message reaffirming her attendance at the General Assembly. In the original post, the Ministry announced that Rodríguez would 'bring the voice of the nation to the global stage.' 'See you at the UN!' the Communication Ministry stated in that message, highlighting that Venezuela has regained its status and rejoined 'the diplomatic dynamics of the planet' thanks to 'previous efforts.' The last visit by a Venezuelan head of state to the General Assembly was by Nicolás Maduro in 2018. Maduro is currently detained in a prison just a few kilometers from the UN headquarters after being captured by U.S. forces in Caracas during a military operation in January. The White House announced on Friday that Trump and Rodríguez will meet on Tuesday in New York, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, marking the first meeting between the two. This will also be the first encounter between a U.S. president and a Venezuelan leader in over 11 years, since the brief meeting between Barack Obama and Maduro during the 2015 Summit of the Americas held in Panama.

"Died in my arms": Lindsay Clancy's ex-husband speaks for the first time in interview with '60 Minutes'

In a recent interview with CBS News' '60 Minutes', Patrick Clancy spoke publicly for the first time since a jury could not reach a verdict in the trial regarding the tragic deaths of his three children. He expressed profound grief and addressed conspiracy theories suggesting his involvement in their deaths. Patrick shared insights into his ex-wife Lindsay's struggles with postpartum depression, noting that he first recognized something was wrong in October 2022. He revealed that he had suicidal thoughts and discussed the impact of online rumors on his family's legacy. Patrick also mentioned his new wife, Dr. Rachel Danis, and their efforts to build a family together.

Trump says the Arch will become a 'military complex' for drones and ammunition

President Donald Trump announced plans for a massive arch between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery, which he claims will become a 'top-tier military complex' for drones and ammunition storage. This initiative is part of Trump's broader vision to enhance the White House and the city while serving a defensive purpose. The project faces legal challenges, with a group of veterans arguing it requires Congressional approval. Despite initial backing from the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, the arch's construction has not yet received final approval from the National Capital Planning Commission, which will revisit the matter this fall.