SEXUAL ASSAULT

Apr 15 2026CRIME

Spas, Safety and Surprises: A Shock at a Medford Day Spa

A 55‑year‑old worker at a day spa in Medford is facing two criminal sexual contact charges after incidents that occurred on the same premises. The first claim came in late February when a customer said the employee touched her without consent at 7:24 p. m. The second complaint, filed two days lat

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Why Hollywood Stars Bet Big on a Falling Politician

Eric Swalwell spent years collecting cash from showbiz big shots. While he was busy posing for photos with A-listers at Los Angeles parties, his campaign was quietly filling up with checks. Sean Penn dropped $15, 000, Robert De Niro added $10, 000, and other familiar faces from movies and TV joined

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Apr 13 2026BUSINESS

'Uber Faces New Trial After Big Jury Win'

The ride‑share giant is headed back to court after a recent $8. 5 million jury award in Arizona, which many see as a warning sign rather than an isolated incident. A woman in Charlotte, North Carolina, will argue that a driver who booked her through the app touched her inappropriately and forced her

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Eric Swalwell Drops Governor Bid After Sexual Misconduct Claims

Eric Swalwell, the San Francisco congressman who once unseated a long‑time incumbent, has ended his run for California governor after serious accusations surfaced. The claims, reported by major news outlets last Friday, say he sexually assaulted a former staff member in New York and behaved inapprop

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Political Scandal Shakes California Governor Race

Eric Swalwell, a popular congressman eyeing the California governorship, faces serious accusations that could alter the political landscape. Reports from major news outlets claim a former staffer alleges sexual assault, while other women point to misconduct. These claims have rattled voters who pre

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Swalwell's Campaign Faces Fresh Legal Heat Over Old Issues

Political scandals often follow candidates longer than campaign promises do. In California’s crowded governor race, one candidate now has serious questions to answer about how he handled household staff and campaign cash. Federal complaints suggest irregularities in his wife’s immigration status and

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Swalwell Faces Big Push to Leave Congress Over Allegations

Eric Swalwell, a top contender for California governor, is being asked to quit his seat in the House. Some of his Democratic colleagues have spoken on TV, saying he should step down. The calls came after a woman who worked in his district office said she was sexually assaulted by him. CNN a

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

California Governor Race Gets Rocky with New Sexual Assault Claims

A California Democrat running for governor faces serious accusations after a former staff member publicly accused him of sexual assault. The woman claims two separate incidents happened—one in 2019 while she still worked for him, and another in 2024 after she left his team. She says she was too drun

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Celebrities Stay Quiet While Eric Swalwell Faces Allegations

Several well‑known Hollywood stars, who usually speak up about gender issues, have not commented on the recent accusations against Representative Eric Swalwell. The allegations include unwanted advances and even rape, and they came to light early this week. People who led the MeToo movement—Alyssa

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Alaska's Teen Protection Laws: A Gap in Safety

Alaska has a serious issue with sexual violence, especially against young people. More than half of reported sexual assault victims in 2024 were under 18, and the state leads the nation in rape cases. Shockingly, Alaska also has a high suicide rate, which experts link to sexual assault. Studies show

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