TMZ
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- Some Nancy Guthrie ransom notes were illegitimate ‘extortion attempts,’ while others are still being investigated, FBI says
The FBI confirmed that some ransom notes related to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance were illegitimate extortion attempts, while others remain under investigation as potential evidence in the kidnapping case. Local authorities and the FBI continue to collaborate on the ongoing investigation, which began when Guthrie vanished from her Arizona home in February.
- Some ransom notes sent in Nancy Guthrie case still being investigated as legitimate, FBI says
The FBI is investigating some ransom notes related to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as potential extortion attempts, while others remain under evaluation for legitimacy. Authorities, including the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, are treating the case as a kidnapping for ransom. Surveillance footage and blood evidence near her Tucson home have been key leads.
- Some ransom notes sent in Nancy Guthrie case still being investigated as legitimate, FBI says
The FBI is investigating some ransom notes related to Nancy Guthrie's disappearance as potential legitimate demands, while dismissing others as extortion attempts. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department and media outlets like KOLD and TMZ have also received notes, with authorities continuing to treat the case as a kidnapping for ransom.
- Arizona sheriff addresses latest Nancy Guthrie email
An Arizona sheriff addressed an email from Nancy Guthrie. TMZ received an email claiming to have video of a suspect in the case.
- Arizona sheriff addresses latest Nancy Guthrie email
Arizona sheriff responds to an email from Nancy Guthrie. TMZ received an email claiming to have video evidence of a suspect in the case.
- TMZ boss says he was prepared to pay Nancy Guthrie ransom to help case — but FBI ‘ghosted’ him
TMZ founder Harvey Levin was prepared to pay a mystery figure claiming to know the identities of Nancy Guthrie's kidnappers but said the FBI did not respond to his efforts. The FBI's lack of engagement left the case unresolved according to Levin's account.
- New Nancy Guthrie note sent to TMZ claims to have footage of Savannah’s mom on ‘day that was probably her last’
TMZ received a new note from Nancy Guthrie claiming to have footage of her mother on the day she went missing, which he alleges was likely her last day. The note also asserts he has identified the kidnappers and possesses video of one of the 'main' perpetrators with the 84-year-old victim.
- Drug charges to be dropped against Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller, reports say
Drug charges against Olympic skier Bode Miller will be dropped, his attorney confirmed. Miller was arrested in Idaho for possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia but claimed he was unaware of the substances, which belonged to a friend. He has six Olympic medals and retired in 2017.
- Drug charges to be dropped against Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller, reports say
Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller’s drug charges will be dismissed, according to reports. Miller was charged with two misdemeanors—possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia—after an Idaho arrest, but his attorney confirmed the prosecutor has agreed to drop the case. Miller claims he was unaware of cannabis and a pipe found with a friend during a traffic stop.
- Charges dropped against country star Bailey Zimmerman for hotel incident, reports say
Charges against country music star Bailey Zimmerman for damaging a New Mexico hotel room were dropped after he paid for the damages and took responsibility. Zimmerman apologized publicly, stating he was deeply sorry for his actions and the impact on the community and fans.
- Charges dropped against country star Bailey Zimmerman for hotel incident, reports say
Charges against country music star Bailey Zimmerman for damaging a New Mexico hotel room were dropped after he paid for the damages and took responsibility. Zimmerman issued a public apology to the community, the resort, and his fans, and the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office confirmed the case was dismissed.
- Charges dropped against country star Bailey Zimmerman for hotel incident, reports say
Charges against country star Bailey Zimmerman for damaging a New Mexico hotel room were dropped after he paid for the damages and took responsibility. Zimmerman apologized publicly, stating he was sorry for his actions and the impact on the community and fans.
- Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller arrested on drug charges, reports say
Olympic skier Bode Miller was arrested on June 6 in Idaho for two drug possession charges. He was released on a $5,000 bond and pleaded not guilty. Miller, a five-time Olympian with six medals, retired in 2017 and is a father of eight.
- Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller arrested on drug charges, reports say
Bode Miller, an Olympic gold medalist, was arrested on June 6 in Idaho on two drug possession charges. He was released on a $5,000 bond and pleaded not guilty. Miller, a five-time Olympian with six medals, retired in 2017.
- Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller arrested on drug charges, reports say
Olympic gold medalist Bode Miller was arrested in Idaho on June 6 on two misdemeanor drug possession charges. He was released on a $5,000 cash bond and pleaded not guilty. Miller, a five-time Olympian with six medals, retired in 2017.
- Big Tigger, radio personality and former BET host, arrested in Georgia
Big Tigger, a radio personality and former host of BET’s 'Rap City,' was arrested in Georgia on battery and third-degree cruelty to children charges. He was released on a $10,000 bond after being arrested by the Sandy Springs Police Department. His wife previously accused him of a domestic incident, which he denied, and it is unclear if the arrest relates to that incident.
- Big Tigger, radio personality and former BET host, arrested in Georgia
Big Tigger, a radio personality and former BET host, was arrested in Georgia on battery and third-degree cruelty to children charges. He was released after posting a $10,000 bond, following an arrest by the Sandy Springs Police Department. His wife previously accused him of a domestic incident, which he denied.
- Big Tigger, radio personality and former BET host, arrested in Georgia
Big Tigger, a radio personality and former BET host, was arrested in Georgia on battery and third-degree cruelty to children charges. He was released after posting a $10,000 bond. His wife previously accused him of a domestic incident, which he denied.
- Note connected to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of ‘Today’ show anchor, said she had died
A note linked to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC 'Today' show anchor Savannah Guthrie, claimed she had died shortly after being kidnapped, according to law enforcement sources. The FBI and local authorities are investigating, while media outlets, including CNN and TMZ, have received ransom notes and other communications. The family responded publicly, and the investigation remains active despite no confirmed leads.
- Country star Bailey Zimmerman facing felony charge, reports say
Country music star Bailey Zimmerman faces a felony charge for allegedly damaging a New Mexico resort hotel room worth $16,000, following a canceled concert and reported hostile behavior during a soundcheck. He is also charged with a misdemeanor related to the incident.
- Country star Bailey Zimmerman facing felony charge, reports say
Country music star Bailey Zimmerman is facing a felony charge for allegedly damaging a New Mexico hotel room worth over $16,000. He was also charged with a misdemeanor related to the incident, which occurred after he canceled a concert and reportedly acted hostilely during a soundcheck.
- Country star Bailey Zimmerman facing felony charge, reports say
Country music star Bailey Zimmerman faces a felony charge for allegedly damaging a New Mexico hotel room with over $16,000 in destruction, including holes in walls and stains on carpets. He also charged $400 in alcohol to his room and canceled a concert after reportedly acting hostilely during a soundcheck.
- Nancy Guthrie ransom: Harvey Levin pushes back on reports that note contained apology over her death
Harvey Levin, who received suspected ransom demands in the Nancy Guthrie case, denied reports that the notes included an apology for her death. The FBI is investigating multiple ransom demands, including some sent to local media, while a federal source confirmed they tested cryptocurrency payments to verify claims. Emails from an unknown sender referencing Guthrie's death were also reported to authorities.
- Golden State Killer investigator finds ‘red flags’ in Marilyn Monroe’s 1962 death case
A retired investigator is revisiting Marilyn Monroe's 1962 death case for TMZ's 'Celebrity Crime Scene: Marilyn Monroe,' which premieres on Fox.
- Corey Feldman hospitalized after suffering mid-flight medical emergency
Corey Feldman was hospitalized after experiencing a mid-flight medical emergency. Paramedics met him at the gate in Los Angeles upon his arrival from Chicago.
- Corey Feldman hospitalized after suffering mid-flight medical emergency
Corey Feldman was hospitalized after suffering a mid-flight medical emergency. Paramedics met the actor at the gate in Los Angeles when he landed from Chicago Monday afternoon.
- Austin Metcalf's family hit with death threats as Karmelo Anthony supporters face violence allegations
Karmelo Anthony was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison for stabbing Austin Metcalf, a teen, at a high school track meet. Metcalf's family has received death threats, and Anthony's supporters are accused of inciting violence, including an alleged assault in Jacksonville, Florida, linked to the case. A GoFundMe for Anthony was shut down for violating policies on violent crime fundraisers.
- Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexually assaulting child actor
A former child actor filed a lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs in Los Angeles Superior Court, alleging sexual assault at a Hollywood Hills networking event in 2007. The plaintiff, identified as John Doe, was working as a child actor at the time of the alleged incident.
- New video shows suspect after 'Top Gun: Maverick' actor James Handy stabbed to death
James Handy, an actor in 'Top Gun: Maverick,' was stabbed to death by his girlfriend’s son, Michael Gledhill, in Tarzana. A video from TMZ appears to show Gledhill following the incident.
- Nancy Guthrie likely targeted by local worker who assumed family was wealthy, says veteran investigator
Nancy Guthrie, mother of 'Today' co-host Savannah Guthrie, was likely targeted by a local worker who assumed her family was wealthy, according to forensic scientist Barbara Butcher. The lack of a credible ransom demand suggests Guthrie may have died shortly after her abduction, prompting the suspect to hide evidence. Her disappearance remains unsolved, with a $1.2 million reward offered for information.
- Ilhan Omar says she thinks ‘a lot of people’ in Congress smoke marijuana
Rep. Ilhan Omar stated that many people in Congress smoke marijuana, she was approached by TMZ to discuss changes to medical and recreational marijuana research as co-chair of the Congressional Cannabis Caucus. She shared her thoughts on the matter in Washington, D.C.
- Spencer Pratt responds to claims he's been staying in luxury hotel, not trailer
Spencer Pratt, a former reality TV star and LA mayoral candidate, has responded to claims that he's been staying in a luxury hotel instead of a trailer. He lost his home in the LA fires last year and spent six days at a hotel due to security concerns. Pratt had claimed to be living in a trailer.
- Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke dies at 29
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke has died at 29 years old, with reports indicating he passed away in Los Angeles County due to a medical emergency. The team and NBA announced his death on Tuesday afternoon. TMZ reported the Los Angeles Fire Department responded to the emergency.
- How TMZ is finding its footing on the political scene, even after some misfires
TMZ is making an impact on the political scene by tracking politicians and members of Congress, reporting on their activities during a record partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security. The website has been in Washington DC for only a few weeks but is already having an effect. TMZ's focus is on members of Congress taking a two-week recess.
- Shots fired outside Chris Brown’s Tarzana home; suspect arrested
A man was arrested after firing a BB gun during a dispute outside a Tarzana home linked to singer Chris Brown. Los Angeles police responded to the incident on May 1, leading to the suspect's arrest.
- Republican erupts at TMZ reporter over DHS funding questions: ‘Talk to the f‑‑‑ing Democrats’
Rep. Dan Meuser (R-Pa.) angrily confronted a TMZ reporter about Congress's failure to pass a Department of Homeland Security funding bill and the upcoming recess. The exchange, captured in a video, saw Meuser directing frustration at the reporter for focusing on the issue.
- Influencer’s body returns home after safari getaway as missing ring and fiancé questions cloud case: report
Ashly Robinson, a New Jersey social media influencer, died by suicide in Zanzibar days after her engagement. Her body was returned to the U.S. without personal belongings, including her engagement ring, as authorities investigate. Her fiancé, Joe McCann, is under questioning, and her family disputes the suicide ruling, pending an independent autopsy.
- John Hinckley Jr calls Trump shooting at same hotel he shot Reagan ‘spooky’
John Hinckley Jr., who shot Ronald Reagan at the Washington Hilton in 1981, described the recent shooting at the same hotel during a Trump event as 'spooky' and criticized the hotel's security for hosting major events. He stated 'bad things keep happening' at the location.
- 'Blind Side' star Quinton Aaron says he 'saw Jesus' while in a coma after near-fatal stroke
Quinton Aaron, star of 'The Blind Side,' claims he 'saw Jesus' during a coma after a near-fatal stroke caused by a severe blood infection. The Christian actor described a spiritual experience where Jesus touched him, alleviating his pain and reinforcing his faith, which he believes led to his recovery without surgery.
- Hegseth gives 2 questions to TMZ at ‘Operation Epic Fury’ briefing
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allowed TMZ reporters to ask two questions during a press briefing on 'Operation Epic Fury,' the U.S. military operation in Iran. He praised the operation's swift timeline, contrasting it with prolonged conflicts.