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Britney Spears voluntarily checked herself into a rehab treatment facility after a DUI arrest in March; she was handcuffed by the California Highway Patrol, booked, and released shortly after, with a court appearance set for May 4. A representative said she will take the right steps toward well-being and will be supported by loved ones as she works toward long‑term change.
Russell Brand has been charged with two additional offences, including one count of rape and one of sexual assault, relating to two women, with a court appearance scheduled for January 2026. The charges follow investigations prompted by media reports, and a trial for previous charges is set for June 2026.
UFC heavyweight Derrick Lewis was arrested for misdemeanor reckless driving after allegedly driving at 136 mph in a 50 mph zone in a red Lamborghini. Lewis made unsafe lane changes and swerved in and out of lanes, with school buses reportedly on the road at the time. Known for the most knockouts in UFC history, Lewis faces a court date on December 17th and has posted a $100 personal recognizance bond.
The University of North Carolina graduate student accused of killing his academic advisor has requested new attorneys and a competency evaluation. The judge advised the suspect to cooperate with his current lawyers and set a new court date for November 14. The investigation into the shooting remains ongoing, with no clear motive or recovered weapon. The district attorney stated that they will not pursue the death penalty if the suspect is convicted. UNC administrators have established an online portal for feedback on the response to the shooting.
Actor Jonathan Majors is scheduled to appear in court on September 15 for misdemeanor charges of harassment and assault. The prosecution claims to be ready for trial, but attorneys for Majors have found deficiencies with the certificate of compliance. Majors' lawyer denies all wrongdoing and says he called 911 out of concern for the woman's mental health. The trial has been delayed multiple times since Majors' arrest in March, and a temporary order of protection has been granted for the woman involved in the case. Majors, known for his role in the Marvel universe, is still expected to appear in Loki season two.
Rapper Boosie Badazz, also known as Lil Boosie, has been arrested by federal agents after a court appearance in San Diego, California. No bail has been set and it is unclear what the federal violation is. Boosie has a history of legal troubles, including charges of criminal damage to property, inciting a riot, disorderly conduct, and criminal trespass in Atlanta in 2021.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has been cited for third-degree assault after swinging a folding chair on his way to the locker room following the team's season-ending loss against the Denver Nuggets. He injured two women working at Ball Arena, one of whom is a security guard. Edwards has a court date of June 9 in Denver and could face up to 18 months in jail and a fine of up to $1,000 if convicted.