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ICE Detained Mother of White House Spokesperson’s Nephew in New Hampshire

Immigration officials confirmed that Bruna Ferreira, a Brazilian national and the mother of White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt’s nephew, was detained in New Hampshire after allegedly overstaying a visitor visa. Ferreira, whose attorney says entered the country legally under DACA and is seeking a green card, has not spoken to her 11-year-old son since her arrest. Her lawyer argues she has no criminal record and is fighting to secure her release as the family awaits updates on her removal case.

Mark Sanchez's Criminal Trial Postponed to March 2026 as Civil Case Expands

Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez will now face a criminal jury in March 2026 after a judge postponed his battery trial originally set for December. The delay comes as the related civil lawsuit grows more complex, with attorneys for the alleged victim adding St. Elmo’s parent company as a new defendant and securing expanded discovery powers. Sanchez’s legal team also filed for additional time to respond to the amended complaint, and he remains free after entering a plea of not guilty.

Feds Seek Up to 51 Months for Bettor in Expanding NBA Gambling Scandal

Federal prosecutors are seeking a 41 to 51-month prison sentence for Timothy McCormack, a bettor at the center of a widening NBA gambling scheme tied to cases involving Terry Rozier and Jontay Porter. A new sentencing memo outlines how McCormack acted as a straw bettor in a network that used insider information to place fraudulent player prop wagers, including bets on games where Rozier planned to exit early and where Porter cited a fake injury. Prosecutors say the conspiracy exploited non-public details, generated tens of thousands in illicit winnings and damaged public trust in the integrity of the sport.

Verizon and FIFA Brought the World Cup 26 Trophy to Inglewood for a Rare Fan Viewing

Verizon and FIFA treated SoCal soccer fans to a rare chance to see the iconic FIFA World Cup Trophy up close during a special pop up at the Verizon store in Inglewood on Monday. Visitors lined up to take photos with the 18 karat gold trophy, which is typically housed in Switzerland, as excitement builds for the 2026 tournament. The event helped kick off the countdown to the World Cup’s return to the United States, with eight matches set for Los Angeles including the U.S. Men’s National Team’s debut at SoFi Stadium on June 12, 2026.

Shohei Ohtani Commits to Japan for the 2026 World Baseball Classic

Shohei Ohtani confirmed that he will play for Japan in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, marking his return to the national team after leading Japan to the 2023 title. The Dodgers star announced the decision on social media shortly after another MVP season, giving the defending champions a major boost as they prepare to open pool play in March at Tokyo Dome.

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