Jussie Smollett March 31, 2019 Dog the Bounty Hunter defends Jussie Smollett, Lori Loughlin, says criminal justice system is 'unfair' Lori Loughlin and Jussie Smollett may have been scorned by much of Hollywood after their respective criminal allegations, but they have at least one star's sympathy: Duane "Dog the Bounty Hunter" Chapman.
Saturday Night Live March 31, 2019 'SNL' sketch mocks Jussie Smollett scandal after charges dropped Though Cook County, Ill., prosecutors dropped disorderly conduct charges against Jussie Smollett, that didn’t stop “Saturday Night Live” from poking fun at the “Empire” actor in this weekend's show.
Jussie Smollett March 30, 2019 Chris Rock slams Jussie Smollett at NAACP awards: 'What the hell was he thinking?' Jussie Smollett might have been a no-show at Saturday night's NAACP Image Awards but that didn't stop comedian Chris Rock from blasting the "Empire" star.
Jussie Smollett March 30, 2019 Jussie Smollett loses NAACP award, skips out on awards dinner "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett, who sparked rumors he would be attending this year's NAACP Image Awards in Los Angeles, is a loser.
Jussie Smollett March 30, 2019 Chicago prosecutor Kim Foxx open to outside investigation into Jussie Smollett case After intense public backlash, Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx said Friday night that she is open to an outside investigation into her office’s dramatic decision to dismiss all charges against "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett.
Jussie Smollett March 30, 2019 Chicagoans slam Rahm Emanuel in wake of Jussie Smollett scandal, call him hypocrite over handling race relations Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel blasted his city's handling of "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett's case this week, calling the surprise deal made by prosecutors a "whitewash of justice" that sends a "clear message" that those in power are treated differently -- but now some are pushing back and say his comments on accountability are nothing short of hypocrisy.
Jussie Smollett March 29, 2019 Former U.S. attorney: FBI likely to investigate suspicions around Smollett case Former U.S. Attorney Guy Lewis said he believes the FBI will investigate the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office decision to drop all charges against Jussie Smollett.
Jussie Smollett March 29, 2019 Jussie Smollett scandal engulfs Chicago mayoral candidates As Chicago police and prosecutors play the blame game over this week's surprise decision to drop a 16-count indictment against "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett, the fallout is now dominating the city's upcoming mayoral election.
Jussie Smollett March 29, 2019 Dem slams Trump's call for Smollett investigation, accuses him of being silent on 'rise of white nationalism' The Congressional Black Caucus has criticized President Trump for calling for an investigation into the case of Jussie Smollett.
Jussie Smollett March 29, 2019 Illinois rep blasts 'bogus' Jussie Smollett case, rolls out bill to nix film tax credit for his employers To Illinois Rep. Michael McAuliffe, actions apparently speak louder than words — which is why the Chicago Republican said he's firing back at Jussie Smollett's alleged hate crime hoax charges being dropped with legislation of his own.
Jussie Smollett March 29, 2019 Rahm Emanuel blames Trump for Jussie Smollett controversy, creating 'toxic environment', tells him to 'sit on the sidelines' Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel lit into President Trump on Thursday, demanding the commander-in-chief butt out of the drama unfolding over "Empire" actor Jussie Smollett.