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Pregnant and Evicted: Ex-Girlfriend of Eagles’ Super Bowl Champion Speaks Out

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Fred Johnson, an offensive tackle for the Eagles, has been accused by his eight-month pregnant girlfriend of evicting her from their home and using the dating app Hinge to meet other women.

Alyssa Okada, who described herself as Johnson’s “now ex-girlfriend,” shared these allegations in a TikTok video on Friday. In the video, she is seen sitting in her car with two pink suitcases in the backseat.

“I’ve got a question,” Okada, 31, stated. “Hypothetically speaking, if a man were to kick out his eight-month pregnant girlfriend and their unborn child, and then immediately start looking for women to have fun with on Hinge, what would you think of him?”

“You’d likely conclude that this hypothetical man isn’t a good person or father,” she continued. “You probably wouldn’t believe he possesses integrity, morals, or any form of decency, correct? I’m just trying to gauge if we all agree here.”

“Additionally,” Okada added, “if these women were aware that this man had an eight-month pregnant ex-girlfriend and a child on the way and still chose to engage with him, you’d likely think those women also lack self-respect, integrity, morals, and decency, right?”

“If, hypothetically, those situations were true, those would be some pretty s–tty f–king people in my opinion. But just wondering what you guys think.”

In a second video, Okada spoke of falling in love with someone who turned out to be a completely different person.


Alyssa Okada, the ex-girlfriend of Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Fred Johnson, "hypothetically" accused him of kicking her out and pursuing other women on the dating app, Hinge, in a TikTok video posted on Friday May 8, 2026.
Alyssa Okada, the ex-girlfriend of Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Fred Johnson, “hypothetically” accused him of kicking her out and pursuing other women on the dating app, Hinge, in a TikTok video posted on Friday May 8, 2026. TikTok/Alyssa Okada

“I just truly think it’s time that people stop blaming women for the partners they choose, and start blaming partners for pretending to be something that they’re not,” Okada said.

“I am so used to people’s judgements and opinions and whatever they want to say about what I share on the internet. But what I’ve realized is that there are so many people quick to say ‘well, what did you do in the situation’ or ‘you knew what you were getting yourself into,’ or ‘you knew who you picked.’ That is not true.

“No woman ever knowingly goes into a situation thinking this person is going to hurt me, this person is going to lie to me, this person is going to turn out to be a completely different person than the one he is showing me.

“I think it’s really sick that people put the blame on women for truly just believing in and trusting the man that they fell in love with. That’s just something I continue to see and truly it hurts to see the way women are consistently invalidated and blamed for somebody else’s actions.

“At the end of the day having a kind heart or having love for somebody and hope in your heart and just being truly hopeful that the person they’re showing you is truly who they are, should not be something that is then held against you at the end when they completely take their mask off and are an entirely different person than the one that you fell in love with.”


Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Fred Johnson and his girlfriend, Alyssa Okada during the 2025-26 season.
Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Fred Johnson and his girlfriend, Alyssa Okada during the 2025-26 season. Instagram/Alyssa Okada

Taking to his Instagram Story, Johnson did not directly address her allegations, but shared messages about mastering your emotions and others spreading rumors.

“The hardest flex isn’t revenge,” one of the messages said. “It’s watching someone who tried to destroy you realize you survived without ever mentioning their name.”

Okada last posted Johnson mid-April during a trip to the farmer’s market.

He was not shown in her social media posts from her joint birthday and babymoon vacation in late April.

Okada shared that the pair is expecting a girl in an Instagram video post in January.

She revealed her pregnancy in December.

Jennifer Garner’s Daughter Violet Steps Out Without a Mask

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Violet Affleck, the daughter of Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck, has made a rare appearance in Los Angeles after several months away.

The 20-year-old was spotted without her face mask, a notable choice as she begins her summer break from college.

Violet recently wrapped up her second year at Yale University, located in New Haven, Connecticut.

Accompanied by her 54-year-old mother, Jennifer, and her younger brother Samuel, 14, Violet enjoyed some sweet treats from Sweet Rose Creamery at the Brentwood Country Mart near their residence.

Notably absent from the family outing was Violet and Samuel’s sibling, Finn, previously known as Seraphina.

Violet Affleck gets ice cream with her younger brother, Samuel, 14, and their mother, Jennifer Garner, in Los Angeles on Saturday

Violet Affleck gets ice cream with her younger brother, Samuel, 14, and their mother, Jennifer Garner, in Los Angeles on Saturday

The 20-year-old, who had taken her mask off, kicked off her summer break from Yale

The 20-year-old, who had taken her mask off, kicked off her summer break from Yale

All three family members were dressed casually while picking up their frozen desserts.

Violet was modeling a chic Chappell Roan T-shirt, two-toned jeans and a pink crossbody purse. She finished the look off with black sneakers and prescription glasses.

She did not have her face mask on, but rather held it in her hand. 

She wears face masks as a health precaution following her experience with a post-viral condition she contracted in 2019. She has been a vocal advocate for wearing them in public. 

A day later, the student was seen wearing a mask in a car with her mother, picking up drive-through takeout at In-N-Out Burger.

During the ice cream outing, Garner wore a red-and-black shirt with black exercise leggings, sneakers and sunglasses.

Samuel opted for a white T-shirt with a chain around his neck and green sweatpants with sneakers. 

In February, Garner opened up about the challenges she’s faced while co-parenting her children with Affleck.

A day later, the student had a mask on while in a car with her mother getting drive-through take-out food at In-N-Out Burger

A day later, the student had a mask on while in a car with her mother getting drive-through take-out food at In-N-Out Burger

Affleck at the United Nations Side Event for Healthy Indoor Air: A Global Call To Action in NYC in September last year

 Affleck at the United Nations Side Event for Healthy Indoor Air: A Global Call To Action in NYC in September last year

The Hollywood actress married Ben in 2005 and had three children. They split after a decade of marriage in 2015, with the former couple focusing on raising their family together.

Garner has revealed they have learned how to be ‘both parents’ for the children.

During an appearance on Bustle’s One Nightstand podcast, Jennifer explained: ‘When your kids grow up in two separate households, I become mom and dad, and he becomes dad and mom.

‘You kind of can’t help it, right? Because you don’t have the benefit of both sides, the yin and yang being in the same house, so you have to have a bit of both in the way you parent.

‘There’s a little bit of loss in that, but there’s also something gained in that … You also just learn, it’s made me let go and not focus so much on the bringing up.’

Affleck in April in San Francisco

Affleck in April in San Francisco

After the divorce, Garner opened up about the pair’s relationship, calling Affleck the ‘love’ of her life and insisting they will always feel bonded despite the split.

She told Vanity Fair magazine in 2016: ‘I didn’t marry the big fat movie star; I married him. And I would go back and remake that decision. I ran down the beach to him, and I would again. You can’t have these three babies and so much of what we had. He’s the love of my life.

‘We still have to help each other get through this [divorce]. He’s still the only person who really knows the truth about things. And I’m still the only person that knows some of his truths.’

Affleck – who went on to marry and divorce Jennifer Lopez – later admitted he never wanted to split from his first wife because he was worried about the effect it would have on the children, but the exes have made it work.

During an appearance on Good Morning America in 2020, he explained: ‘I didn’t want to get divorced, I didn’t want to be a divorced person, I really didn’t want to be a split family with my children. It upset me because it meant I wasn’t who I thought I was and that was so painful and so disappointing. In myself.

‘When you have children with somebody, you’re connected to them forever. And I’m very lucky she [Garner] is the mother of my children.

‘I’m very grateful and respectful of her. Our marriage didn’t work, and that’s difficult. Both of us really believe that it’s important for kids to see their parents respect one another and get along, whether they’re together or not.’

Coast Guard Confiscates Brian Hooker’s Sailboat Departing Bahamas Amid Investigation into Wife’s Disappearance: Source Reports

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The investigation led by the U.S. Coast Guard into the mysterious disappearance of Brian Hooker’s wife has taken a significant turn with the seizure of their sailboat, a federal source disclosed.

According to Brian Hooker, he reported to Bahamian authorities that his wife, Lynette, accidentally fell from a dinghy, taking the ignition key with her, shortly after leaving Hope Town around 7:30 p.m. on April 4. Authorities noted that he reached a marina in Marsh Harbour by paddling ashore approximately eight hours later, at about 4 a.m. on April 5.

The sailboat, named “Soulmate,” was intercepted by the U.S. Coast Guard, as confirmed by an insider familiar with the investigation. Reports from CBS News revealed that the vessel was making its way towards the U.S. when it was detained by authorities on Saturday.

The Coast Guard Investigative Service has ramped up its inquiry into Lynette Hooker’s vanishing in recent days, although Brian Hooker remains uncharged.

Brian Hooker leaving hotel with lawyer Terell A. Butler in Freeport, The Bahamas

On April 14, 2026, Brian Hooker was seen departing a hotel in Freeport, The Bahamas, accompanied by his attorney, Terell A. Butler. This followed his release from police custody after being questioned regarding his wife Lynette’s disappearance. (Photo by Matthew Symons for Fox News Digital)

The Coast Guard declined to comment when reached by Fox News Digital, citing the active investigation.

The development comes about a week after the Coast Guard sought the public’s help in finding the owner of a sailboat that was moored near Brian and Lynette Hooker’s “Soulmate” in the Bahamas.

Brian Hooker was detained for five days by Bahamian police after his wife disappeared, but wasn’t charged. His Michigan-based attorney previously asked Americans to give him the benefit of the doubt.

“I would ask those watching to treat him the way you would want to be treated, to give him the benefit of the doubt, and to consider that not all of us, nor you, considering your own relationships, the way you speak to one another, we all handle things in different ways,” Crystal Marie Hauser said.

The sailboat Soulmate owned by Brian and Lynette Hooker floating in calm water in Marsh Harbour Bahamas

The sailboat Soulmate, owned by Brian and Lynette Hooker, floats in calm water in Marsh Harbour, Bahamas, on April 16, 2025. (Matthew Symons/NY Post)

While Hauser said she imagines Brian Hooker’s “heart” is in the Bahamas, she didn’t reveal if he has plans to return.

Brian Hooker left the island for the U.S. to tend to his “very ill” mother, his Bahamian attorney previously said.

Lynette Hooker (L) and Brian Hooker (R).

Lynette Hooker and Brian Hooker are seen in a picture taken in 2023 on a small boat. (John Waters)

After Lynette Hooker went missing, Brian said in a Facebook post that he was “heartbroken.”

“I am heartbroken over the recent boat accident in unpredictable seas and high winds that caused my beloved Lynette to fall from our small dinghy near Elbow Cay in the Bahamas,” he wrote. “Despite desperate attempts to reach her, the winds and currents drove us further apart. We continue to search for her and that is my sole focus.”

Fox News Digital reached out to Brian’s attorneys.

Mastering These 4 Balance Exercises After 60 Indicates Optimal Health

Can you meet these four balance challenges after turning 60? Here’s what you need to know.

Balance is crucial for maintaining confidence and agility in your everyday activities, especially as you age past 60. At this stage, balance encompasses more than just muscle strength; it reflects your body’s ability to maintain posture, adapt to changes, and stay stable as your weight shifts. You’ll notice its importance when navigating uneven surfaces, reaching beyond your base of support, or changing directions seamlessly.

From a coaching standpoint, individuals who exhibit good movement share several key characteristics. They manage to maintain control while standing on one leg, pause without losing their balance, and recover swiftly when slightly off-balance. These abilities indicate that your body is functioning harmoniously.

The following exercises offer a straightforward way to assess your balance. Each targets a different aspect, such as stability, control, and coordination. If you can perform them with consistent, controlled movements, it suggests your balance is in good shape. If any exercise feels challenging, it highlights areas that may need improvement.

These exercises give you a simple way to check where you stand. Each one challenges a different piece of balance, from stability to control to coordination. If you can move through them with steady, controlled reps, you’re in a strong place. If one feels off, it gives you something clear to work on.

Single-Leg Stand (Eyes Open to Closed)

Standing on one leg gives you a direct look at how well your foot, ankle, and hips work together. Your core has to stay engaged to keep you upright while your lower leg makes constant small adjustments. Closing your eyes immediately increases the difficulty because your body has to rely on touch rather than sight. If you can hold this without excessive wobbling, your balance is solid and will carry over into daily movement.

Muscles Trained: Foot stabilizers, calves, glutes, core

How to Do It:

  1. Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Lift one foot off the ground.
  3. Hold your balance on your standing leg.
  4. Keep your posture tall and your core engaged.
  5. Close your eyes once you feel steady.

Recommended Sets and Reps: Perform 2 to 3 rounds of 20 to 30 seconds per leg.

Best Variations: Eyes closed, unstable surface, longer holds

Form Tip: Keep your hips level and avoid leaning side to side.

Stand and Reach Test

Reaching forward while standing on one leg challenges your ability to control your body outside your base. As your arms move forward, your core and hips have to stay engaged to keep you from tipping or stepping. The further you can reach while staying balanced, the better your control tends to be. This shows up in everyday movement when you bend, reach, or shift forward.

Muscles Trained: Glutes, hamstrings, core

How to Do It:

  1. Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Shift your weight onto one leg.
  3. Reach both hands forward as far as you can.
  4. Keep your standing leg steady.
  5. Return to the starting position with control.

Recommended Sets and Reps: Perform 2 to 3 sets of 5 controlled reaches per side.

Best Variations: Longer reach, slower tempo, light load

Form Tip: Move slowly and keep your balance centered over your foot.

Split Squat Hold

Holding the bottom of a split squat shows how well you can stabilize when your weight is uneven. Your legs and core have to stay engaged to keep you from shifting forward, backward, or sideways. This position closely reflects how your body moves during walking and changing direction. If you can hold it steady, you’re in a good place.

Muscles Trained: Quadriceps, glutes, core

How to Do It:

  1. Stand in a split stance with one foot forward and one foot back.
  2. Lower into a lunge position.
  3. Hold the bottom position.
  4. Keep your torso upright and steady.
  5. Switch sides after the hold.

Recommended Sets and Reps: Perform 2 to 3 rounds of 20 to 30 second holds per side.

Best Variations: Shorter stance, assisted hold, longer duration

Form Tip: Keep your weight centered and avoid shifting.

Single-Leg Reach (RDL Pattern)

This movement checks how well you can hinge and stay balanced simultaneously. As you reach forward and extend your back leg, your core must stay engaged to prevent your hips from rotating. Smooth, controlled movement here is a strong sign of balance and coordination. It also reflects how well you handle bending and reaching in daily life.

Muscles Trained: Glutes, hamstrings, core

How to Do It:

  1. Stand tall with your weight on one leg.
  2. Hinge at your hips while reaching your hands forward.
  3. Extend your opposite leg behind you.
  4. Keep your hips level and your back flat.
  5. Return to standing with control.

Recommended Sets and Reps: Perform 2 to 3 sets of 5 to 8 reps per leg.

Best Variations: Assisted balance, reduced range, slower tempo

Form Tip: Move through your hips and keep your balance centered.

How to Tell If You’re in a Good Place

woman demonstrating balance test to predict how long you'll live
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These movements give you a clear read on how your body handles balance without needing any equipment or complicated setup. You’re looking for control, not perfection. Small adjustments are normal, but the overall movement should feel steady and repeatable. If you can move through these without rushing or relying on support, you’re in a strong position.

  • Look for smooth movement: Steady reps with minimal hesitation show good control. Jerky or rushed movement usually means your body is trying to catch up.
  • Watch for excessive wobble: A little movement is fine, but constant shifting or tapping your foot down points to a need for more stability work.
  • Check both sides: One side often feels easier than the other. Pay attention to that difference and give the weaker side more focus.
  • Use support as a starting point: Holding onto a wall or rail can help you build confidence and control before progressing.
  • Repeat these regularly: Running through these a few times each week gives you a clear sense of progress and keeps your balance sharp.

Stay consistent with these checks, and you’ll have a better sense of how your balance holds up and a simple way to keep improving it.

References

  1. Wang, Jixian et al. “Age-Related Dysfunction in Balance: A Comprehensive Review of Causes, Consequences, and Interventions.” Aging and disease vol. 16,2 714-737. 24 Jan. 2024, doi:10.14336/AD.2024.0124-1
  2. Garatachea, Nuria et al. “Exercise attenuates the major hallmarks of aging.” Rejuvenation research vol. 18,1 (2015): 57-89. doi:10.1089/rej.2014.1623

Tom Brady Dazzles at Kevin Hart’s Netflix Roast with Diamond-Encrusted Rolex

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Amid the comedy at Kevin Hart’s roast, the real showstopper was the sparkling piece adorning Tom Brady’s wrist.

In a surprise appearance during Netflix’s “The Roast of Kevin Hart” on Sunday night, the former NFL star stole the spotlight—not just with his witty jabs, but with an eye-catching accessory.

The 48-year-old Brady shared an Instagram carousel featuring a close-up of his dazzling watch after the event at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, playfully captioning it, “Payback is a bitch 😂😂 @kevinhart4real.”

The remarkable watch in question is an off-catalog Rolex Sea-Dweller crafted in 18-karat white gold, adorned with an array of baguette-cut and square-cut diamonds covering its case, bezel, and bracelet.

Although this ultra-rare model first surfaced in 2023, its value is hotly debated, with estimates soaring up to $6 million.

“I was watching the roast, and honestly, the glare off that Rolex was blinding!” Eugene Tutunikov, CEO of SwissWatchExpo, tells Page Six Style. “We sell 10,000 watches a year, and I have never come across one of these in the wild.”

Tutunikov added that the true market value is difficult to pin down — but Brady’s seal of approval only drives it higher. “Whatever the base price ends up being, the market will definitely charge a massive premium just because it’s the watch of the GOAT,” he says.

Brady — who survived his own Netflix roast in 2024 with Hart, 46, as host — returned the favor at the Shane Gillis-hosted event, presenting the comedian with a child-sized Knicks jersey before roasting his height, career and personal life.

“I played in the NFL for 23 seasons, but I’ve never seen anyone drop the ball like this,” Brady told the crowd.

The seven-time Super Bowl champion’s appetite for serious wrist candy is well documented. He wore a blue ceramic Audemars Piguet Royal Oak worth roughly $500,000 at the big game this year and a $740,000 Jacob & Co. Caviar Tourbillon at the 2025 championship. He also auctioned off 21 timepieces at Sotheby’s in December 2025, including a one-of-one Audemars Piguet that sold for $720,000.

He also flashed another diamond-covered timepiece — the Jacob & Co. Billionaire Ashoka, worth $3.3 million — at the 2025 Super Bowl.

The Rolex, though, is in a different weight class entirely.

Braves’ Impressive 2026 Kickoff: Key Insights on Their Path to October Success


ATLANTA – The Atlanta Braves have made a remarkable turnaround in 2026, shaking off the struggles of a challenging 2025 season that was marred by injuries, suspensions, and lackluster performances. This year, the team has hit the ground running, boasting the best start in Major League Baseball.

Following a successful series in Los Angeles, the Braves find themselves leading the MLB with a stellar 28-13 record as of May 11. Notably, when the team reached a 25-10 record after 35 games, it marked their strongest season start since 1982, a milestone that has thrilled fans and reignited hopes.

The Braves’ resurgence is not only reflected in their impressive overall record but also in their commanding position within the National League East. They have carved out a substantial nine-game lead over the competition, with the Philadelphia Phillies, Miami Marlins, and Washington Nationals all tied for second place.

This nine-game gap is the largest between first and second place in any division across the league, with the next closest being a 3.5-game lead in the NL Central. Such dominance raises the question: what factors have contributed to the Braves’ ascent to becoming the top team in baseball?

Aside from the seemingly obvious answer being everything, what has gone right for the Braves and how have they catapulted to the best team in baseball?

Offensive juggernaut

The Braves’ offense has been the league’s best through the first month and a half of the season, looking similar to that of 2023 when Atlanta set a National League record and tied an MLB record for home runs with 307.

Currently, the Braves lead MLB in batting average (.270), runs scored (228), hits (383), slugging percentage (.450) and OPS (.784), a stat combining slugging percentage and on-base percentage.

Atlanta is second in home runs with 57.

Individually, multiple Braves are near the top of the leaderboards in multiple statistical categories.

Matt Olson, the team’s first baseman, is tied for the league lead in runs batted in with 36. He is fourth in the league in home runs with 14. In total, he is batting .296 with 15 doubles, 14 home runs, 36 RBIs and an OPS of 1.031.

Drake Baldwin, the 2025 NL Rookie of the Year, picked up right where he left off to begin 2026. Baldwin is tied for the third-most hits in MLB with 49. He is currently batting .297 with 10 home runs and 32 RBIs.

The team’s second baseman, Ozzie Albies, is also having a resurgence in 2026, tied with Baldwin at 49 hits. Albies has clubbed 8 home runs and brought home 25 runs with a batting average of .306.

Shutdown pitching

While originally thought to be a weakness heading into 2026, the team’s pitching staff has been nothing short of phenomenal to start the year.

The Braves and New York Yankees are tied for the league’s best earned run average (ERA) at 3.14.

Chris Sale, the team’s ace, is off to a 6-2 start with an ERA of 2.20 and a walk and hit per innings pitched (WHIP) ratio of 0.88. Sale has 56 strikeouts.

Bryce Elder has been a major surprise for the team, off to a 4-1 start with a 1.81 ERA and 53 strikeouts.

Spencer Strider, who began the year on the injured list, made his second start of the season on Saturday and looked like his old self once again.

Strider threw a gem against the Dodgers, allowing only one hit and walking two through six innings while striking out eight.

Depth

The Braves, like any team, have dealt with injuries both before and during the beginning of the season. Pitchers Spencer Strider, Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep, along with catcher Sean Murphy and shortstop Ha-Seong Kim, all began the season on the injured list.

Only Stider and Murphy have officially returned, but Kim was activated on Monday.

Since the beginning of the season, closer Raisel Iglesias and right fielder Ronald Acuna Jr. have also had brief stints on the injured list.

And despite not being related to an injury, the team’s projected starting designated hitter or left fielder, Jurickson Profar, was issued a season-long suspension at the beginning of the year for performance-enhancing drug use.

What has separated this Atlanta team, however, is the players who have stepped up and made significant impacts in others’ absences.

Utility player Mauricio Dubon, shortstop Jorge Mateo, designated hitter Dominic Smith and outfielder Mike Yastrzemski have all played a significant role during the beginning of the long season.

Back to the postseason?

Currently, according to Fangraphs.com, the Braves seem destined to return to the postseason after missing out last season.

Fangraphs gives the Braves a 96.5% chance to make the playoffs, with an astounding 85.8% chance to win the NL East.

For fans looking for a repeat of 2021 or 1995, the Braves also hold the third-best odds to win the World Series at 10.9%. Only the Dodgers and Yankees have better odds.

While the season is long, and anything can happen throughout the summer months, the Atlanta Braves’ return to the top has been impressive and one of the stories of the young MLB season.

Man Allegedly Attacks Couple Over Wi-Fi Dispute, Say Police

Inset: Jonathan Gross (Pulaski County Jail). Background: The area in Kentucky where Gross allegedly attacked a couple with a baseball bat (Google Maps).

A 44-year-old Kentucky resident stands accused of launching a brutal attack on two individuals after they reportedly cut off his access to their Wi-Fi network. The man allegedly assaulted them with a baseball bat in response to the disconnection.

Authorities announced that Jonathan Gross was apprehended on Sunday, facing charges that include two counts of attempted murder, two instances of third-degree terroristic threatening, second-degree disorderly conduct, and public intoxication.

The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office detailed in a press release that deputies responded to an emergency call from a home on Waddle Street in Ferguson at 5:43 a.m. The caller reported that Gross had assaulted him and his girlfriend with a baseball bat but managed to evade the attack and alert authorities.

When deputies arrived at the scene, they discovered a woman outside the home with head injuries. She confirmed being hit with a baseball bat by Gross, who was reportedly hiding in a bedroom inside the house.

Despite multiple attempts to persuade Gross to exit the room voluntarily, he remained uncooperative. Deputies then proceeded to forcibly enter the room and took him into custody.

A probable cause affidavit obtained by Lexington ABC affiliate WDKY provided additional information about the attack, including the alleged motive for the violent outburst.

According to the report, Gross came downstairs to the victims’ apartment to confront them about turning off their own Wi-Fi, which Gross also utilized. He reportedly entered their apartment and threatened to kill the man and woman if the internet connection was not restored by the time he returned to his room.

He allegedly attacked them with the bat a short while later.

Gross is currently held at the Pulaski County Detention Center on a $1 million cash bond, records show. He appeared in court for his arraignment on Monday and is scheduled to return to court for a preliminary hearing on May 13.

Federal Gas Tax Suspension: Potential Savings for Drivers Nationwide Unveiled

In the midst of escalating oil prices driven by the conflict in Iran, the Trump administration is contemplating a temporary halt on the federal gas tax, Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced on Sunday. This initiative received backing from President Donald Trump on Monday.

“I think it’s a great idea,” President Trump stated during a phone call with CBS News. “We’re considering removing the gas tax for a certain period, and once gas prices decrease, we’ll gradually reintroduce it.”

Unruly Teen Gathering Erupts into Mayhem: 22 Arrested in Chaotic Park Incident

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In Florida, law enforcement detained almost 24 people following a tumultuous teen gathering that spiraled into chaos over the weekend.

The chaos erupted in Tampa’s Curtis Hixon Park on Friday evening, where a large group of teenagers caused “major disturbances, brawls, and other problems in the park and nearby areas,” as reported by the Tampa Police Department.

Police officers were quickly sent to the location, supported by air patrols to oversee the situation. Body camera footage captured the frenzied scene as officers swiftly intervened and began making arrests.

“Our city will not tolerate such irresponsible and unlawful conduct,” stated Chief Lee Bercaw. “What started as a sizable gathering rapidly turned into disorderly behavior that endangered others.”

Authorities arresting individuals at Curtis Hixon Park in Tampa Florida

Authorities apprehended 22 individuals during the teen takeover at Curtis Hixon Park in Tampa, Florida, on May 8, 2026. (Tampa Police Department)

The incident led to 22 individuals between the ages of 12 and 21 years old being taken into custody, with only four of the arrestees over the age of 18, police said.

Police officers making arrests at a teen takeover event in Tampa, Florida

Police officers responded to a teen takeover in Tampa, Florida, on May 8, 2026, deploying air patrols and making arrests to control the situation. (Tampa Police Department)

The arrests were on various charges, including affray, possession of narcotics, resisting without violence and unlawful possession of a weapon, according to the Tampa Police Department. 

Group of teenagers detained by police officers in Tampa Florida

Police in Tampa, Florida, took 22 individuals aged 12 to 21 into custody during an incident, with four of the arrestees over 18, authorities said. (Tampa Police Department)

Authorities also seized two firearms and one vehicle from the scene.

“Parents need to know where their children are and who they are with,” Bercaw added. “Unfortunately, the poor decisions made by these 22 individuals last night could have lasting consequences that follow them well into adulthood.” 

Fox News Digital reached out to the Tampa Police Department for comment.

Rejection Turns Deadly: Man Accused of Arson After Spurned Romantic Advances in Fatal House Fire

In Pennsylvania, a man faces charges for allegedly igniting a house fire that resulted in a fatality, reportedly spurred by a woman’s rejection of his romantic overtures.

Robert Shane Zimmerman was apprehended on May 6 following a devastating fire that swept through a home in Mifflin County. The tragic incident claimed the life of Brandy Phillippe and left two other individuals hospitalized with severe injuries, as noted in a statement from the Lewistown Police Department.

Brandy Phillippe Tried to Escape House Fire, But Died Inside the Property

Authorities responded to an emergency call about the fire around 11:55 p.m. on May 6 and discovered that several occupants were trapped inside. One man, suffering from severe facial injuries, managed to escape by leaping from the second floor. He was subsequently airlifted to a burn trauma center due to internal burns to his throat. Meanwhile, another woman was found clinging to a second-floor window, according to police reports.

Despite the perilous situation, the woman initially refused to jump, ultimately losing consciousness due to smoke inhalation and falling to the concrete below, sustaining critical injuries, authorities reported.

After firefighters managed to douse the flames, they discovered the body of a 44-year-old woman inside the home. The Mifflin County Coroner’s office later confirmed the victim’s identity as Phillippe in a statement, revealing that she had attempted to escape the inferno but was ultimately trapped.

Although her cause of death was still undetermined, the coroner’s office said it was investigating her death as a homicide.

Robert Zimmerman Allegedly Became Upset After He Was Rejected and Set Fire, Police Say

Police said investigators honed in on Zimmerman—known to others by the nickname “Tranny B”—after multiple witnesses reported that the 40-year-old had allegedly been in the house before the fire “professing his love for a female who was living in the attic of the residence.”

“It was reported that Zimmerman became upset when he was rejected by the female and he began setting several items on fire on the first floor of the residence,” police said. “During a subsequent investigation, witnesses reported hearing Zimmerman making admissions to starting the fire as well as seeing him standing in a nearby alley watching the residence begin to burn.”

Police said Zimmerman was also spotted on surveillance footage.

The woman who Zimmerman professed his love to survived the fire and was taken into custody on a prothonotary warrant in another case. 

Zimmerman—who officers noted smelled like ash and smoke—was located at a boarding house where he lived and taken into custody on an outstanding warrant, according to the police statement.

He then allegedly told investigators he’d ingested fentanyl and began to display signs of overdosing. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment and was later returned to the police station for questioning about the fire once the Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshall declared the blaze to be the result of arson.

“Zimmerman was questioned and made several incriminating statements,” police said. “Zimmerman claimed that he could not recall any details at the exact time the fire started but was able to make several statements about events immediately before and after the fire started.” 

Police said he also had a “strong emotional response” after learning that one resident died in the fire. 

Zimmerman is currently being held at the Mifflin County Correctional Facility on the outstanding warrant. Police said additional charges are expected to be filed in connection to the arson and death. It’s unclear whether he has retained an attorney.