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The Chimes

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The Chimes

BREAKING: Derek Chauvin found guilty of murder

BREAKING: Derek Chauvin found guilty of murder
Chauvin’s trial came to a close after three weeks when the jury found him guilty of three counts of murder.
Maria Weyne, Natalie Willis, and Bethsabe Camacho April 20, 2021

On April 20, Derek Chauvin’s trial came to a close as the jury unanimously found him guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and manslaughter. The trial, which lasted three weeks, came to a close almost a year after George Floyd was captured dying on video, screaming “I can’t breathe”...

U.S. Senate moves forward with Trump’s historic second impeachment trial

U.S. Senate moves forward with Trump’s historic second impeachment trial
House prosecutors argue there is no “January Exception.”
Natalie Willis, Editor-in-Chief February 10, 2021

The impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump began Feb. 10 with 16 hours allotted to each side to present their arguments over the course of two days. A two-thirds majority is required to convict Trump in the 100-seat Senate.  As the trial takes place, President Joe Biden says he will not...

“The Trial of the Chicago Seven” presents a timely political drama

“The Trial of the Chicago Seven” presents a timely political drama
Based on true events, Netflix adds to the conversation on political unrest.
Joshua Flores, Staff Writer October 18, 2020

Taking place during the Vietnam War era, a significant time of political turmoil, “The Trial of the Chicago Seven” is a timely historical film that not only examines past concerns, but also reflects modern day social issues as well. Focusing on the racial and political injustice in the trial of these...

Michael Jace found guilty of second-degree murder

A jury convicted 53-year-old Michael Jace of murder after a weeklong trial, which ended on Friday, May 27.
Alondra Urizar, Writer May 31, 2016
A jury convicted 53-year-old Michael Jace of murder after a weeklong trial, which ended on Friday, May 27.