A brother and sister have been charged in the ongoing investigation into the death of a man found slain when authorities responded to a fire at a Graysville house.
Jefferson County sheriff’s officials on Friday announced the arrests of Vincent Wade Yarbrough, 47, and Joanie Yarbrough, 44. Both are from Sumiton.
Vincent Yarbrough is charged with abuse of corpse and second-degree arson.
Joanie Yarbrough is charged with auto theft and hindering prosecution.
Authorities have not publicly identified the victim. Though court records list a victim’s name, Chief Deputy Coroner Bill Yates it could be weeks or months before the victim’s identity is confirmed.
Charging documents against Vincent Yarbrough state the victim’s body was set on fire.
Graysville and Adamsville firefighters were dispatched Sunday May 25, to a house in the 500 block of Seventh Avenue S.W. in Graysville on a report of a house fire.
The fire was reported about 9:30 p.m.
Sheriff’s spokesman Henry Irby said first responders arrived to find the house engulfed in flames.
Once the blaze was extinguished, a male was found inside. He was pronounced dead on the scene at 10:17 p.m.
Sheriff’s detectives responded to the house, along with the State Fire Marshal’s Office.
Authorities have not yet said how the victim was killed, but said his death was a homicide.
The Yarbroughs were taken into custody Friday by the U.S. Marshals and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Neighborhood Enforcement Team.
The majority of online sweepstakes casinos offer a huge number of slot games from the top developers in the iGaming industry. After looking through hundreds of games, I was able to narrow down five of the best sweeps slots that pay real money this weekend.
Every slot has its own pros and cons. The ones featured here offers good return-to-player rates, exciting bonus features and is simple enough for even first-time players to quickly understand.
Here are the best sweeps slots that pay real money this weekend
Online sweepstakes casinos continue to grow more popular around the US every single month. With online real money casinos still limited to a small number of states, millions of Americans are flocking to sweeps casinos to play their favorite games legally from the comfort of their home.
The vast majority of online sweepstakes casinos offer hundreds of slot titles. Below, I highlight five of the best ones available to play this weekend.
Brick House Bonanza
A screenshot of the Brick House Bonanza slot game.Pragmatic Play
Pragmatic Play is considered by many online slots to be the top slot game developers in the country. One of its most popular new games is Brick House Bonanza, a five-reel online slot game launched in January of this year.
Brick House Bonanza features 243 paylines with an average RTP of 96.50%. It has a “Three Little Pigs” theme with symbols that include pigs, wolves, and various construction tools. The game looks incredibly slick with an entertaining soundtrack that helps to keep players engaged.
Players will find several unique features connected to this game. That includes free spins, wild symbols and a bonus wheel. Trigger the bonus wheel by landing three or more bonus wheel symbols. During this round, players can earn huge jackpots with a max payout of 10,000x your wager.
Island Desire
A screenshot of the Island Desire slot game.Betsoft
Island Desire is an exciting online slot game launched by Betsoft this past May. It’s now available to play at McLuck, one of the best sweepstakes casinos in the country. This is a five-reel slot game featuring 243 paylines and an average RTP of 96%.
As the name suggests, this game’s theme centers around a tropical island. It blends elements of classic slot games with symbols that include various fruits and the classic slot 7 symbol.
Many players love the variety of jackpots available. A total of six jackpots can be won playing this game, the largest of which can offer a payout of 5,000x your wager. Wild symbols, scatter symbols and a hold & win feature are also available.
Joker’s Spellbook
A screenshot of the Joker’s Spellbook slot game.Realistic Games
Another one of the best sweeps slots that pay real money this weekend is Joker’s Spellbook. This game features five reels, 10 paylines and an average RTP of 96.10%. It was launched by Realistic Games in early 2025 and is now one of the most popular slots available to play at Spree.
There is no shortage of joker-themed slot games being offered online. Joker’s Spellbook is among the best, offering players a huge number of fun features such as scatter symbols and a great free spins round.
Four jackpots can be earned at Joker’s Spellbook. Collect special tokens for the chance to spin the mystery jackpot wheel. Lucky players can earn the Grand jackpot that offers a payout of 1,000x your wager.
Ultimate Slot of America
A screenshot of the Ultimate Slot of America slot game.Hacksaw Gaming
WOW Vegas is one of the most comprehensive sweeps casinos in the country. It offers a huge number of games including slots, live dealer games and even arcade-style casino games. It specializes in high RTP slots and recently added Ultimate Slot of America to its game library.
This game was launched by Hacksaw Gaming in May. It is a five-reel slot game with 19 paylines and an average RTP of 94.34%. While this game’s RTP is slightly lower than some of the other sweeps slots featured on this page, it comes with enough bonus features to help players earn some huge payouts.
Unlike most slots, Ultimate Slot of America offers three different free spins rounds. The “Pursuit of Riches” free spins round is the best, as it guarantees players will earn 5 or more Liberty Games on each spin. Lucky players can earn a max payout of 10,000x their wager.
Starlight Princess
A screenshot of the Starlight Princess slot game.Pragmatic Play
Starlight Princess is another popular online slot game developed by Pragmatic Play. This game was launched in 2021, yet has remained one of the most beloved games at Crown Coins since this sweeps casino went live. This game is also one of the top real money slots offered by several world-class online casinos.
Players will find a six-reel slot featuring 20 paylines and an average RTP of 96.50%. It has a fun anime theme with a techno soundtrack that truly adds to the playing experience.
Starlight Princess has many bonus features that can help players earn large payouts. Landing four or more Princess scatter symbols to trigger this round. Players are automatically given 15 free spins with a possible max payout of 5,000x their wager.
HexClad just dropped a ton of new online deals just in time for Father’s Day, perfect for dads who love to cook for the entire family. These limited time deals include major discounts on Gordon Ramsay’s best-selling cookware sets and chef accessories.
HexClad is made with a proprietary TerraBond™ ceramic nonstick material which is PFAS-free, ensuring a better cooking experience. This means it is PTFE, PFOA, PFPES, PFOS and PFNA-free, according to the product description.
However, HexClad is a unique cookware brand because it takes the benefits of stainless steel, non-stick and cast iron cookware and combines them into one brilliant product. While it comes at a higher price tag, it was meant to last much longer than the average cookware set.
HexClad cookware features steel hexagon peaks which provide a durable surface that provides even heat distribution and a perfect sear. Meanwhile, the nonstick valleys contain HexClad’s high-grade proprietary ceramic nonstick called TerraBond™ which is PTFE-free and free from forever chemicals. Not to mention, the “stay cool” handles lower the risk of burning one’s self while cooking.
“High-performance, hassle-free. Stainless steel heats like a dream and takes a beating, but the surface sticks. Cast iron is tough but heavy. Traditional nonstick pans are easy to use but are delicate and don’t last. HexClad’s patented design brings together the best of premium cookware, so you can cook without limits,” HexClad’s website states.
“I’m in need of a really big help, a blessing from God right now,” Ross said.
“My 2-year-old son was a victim of gun violence. He was struck in the face, and that bullet traveled from his face to the back of his head.”
The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that the shooting occurred at 1:02 a.m. in the 3400 block of St. Stephens Road at an apartment complex.
Ross said she is afraid to go back to her home and is seeking funds to help with hotel expenses, food and clothes as she will be out of work for a long time.
“I no longer want to live where we are living now,” Ross said. “It’s not safe for me or my kids at all…anything will help us right now. We thank you and be blessed.”
The brand new drama Secret Life of My Other Wife premieres on the Lifetime Movie Network Friday, June 6 at 8/7c.
Those interested in checking out the latest LMN drama can stream the premiere through Philo (free trial), DirecTV (free trial) or Sling (50% off first month).
Starring Emma Johnson, Giles Panton, Alana Hawley Purvis, Teagan Vincze and Benjamin J. Stephens, Secret Life of My Other Wife follows a woman named Bliss who is falling head over heels in love with Nathan, who is in a plural marriage with his two other wives Lauren and Jenna.
Their world wind romance is soon threatened when Carl, the brother of Nathan’s ex, accuses the family of harming his missing sister. To combat the allegations, Nathan assures Carl that his sister is well.
With the allegations fresh in her mind, Bliss soon discovers the belongings of Nathan’s ex-wife and becomes suspicious, and as tension continues to build in the house, someone in her new family turns on her.
How to watch Secret Life of My Other Wife
Those interested in watching the latest Lifetime drama can stream the premiere through Philo, DirecTV or Sling.
Both Philo and DirecTV offer free trials while Sling offers those that commit to a paid subscription half off their first month and one month free of AMC+.
What is Philo?
Philo is considered one of the most affordable streaming platforms on the market. Known as an entertainment-focused streaming service, Philo offers its subscribers access to over 70 top-rated TV channels such as TLC, MTV, BET, AMC, CMT, Investigation Discovery and more.
New users can enjoy Philo’s 7-day free trial and continue to stream top channels, hit TV shows and movies on-demand for just $28 a month once the free trial expires.
Those looking to customize their flow of content even further on Philo can consider including add-ons such as MGM+, STARZ, and AMC+ in their subscription.
What is DirecTV?
DirecTV is a top streaming service perfect for those looking to access a plethora of live TV channels and enjoy helpful features. The base package starts at just $86.99 a month after its 5-day free trial and includes popular TV channels such as HGTV, ESPN, Bravo, CMT, CNBC, BET, CNN and more.
DirecTV has also recently introduced a lineup of genre packs, which allows subscribers to choose their favorite viewing options based on what genre they watch the most. With genre packs, users can get the channels and content they want without filler channel overload. Packs start at just $34.99 a month.
Those interested in comparing all DirecTV’s channel packages and the new genre packs can check them out here.
What is Sling?
Sling is another streaming service to consider if you want to access top rated TV channels such as LMN. Though no free trial is available to new subscribers, those who commit to a paid plan get half off the first month and one month free of AMC+.
Both the Sling Orange plan and the Sling Blue plan are normally $45.99 a month, but with the current promotion, Sling users will pay just $23 a month for the first month.
For those who wish to access channels from both the Sling Blue and Sling Orange plans can do so by signing up for the Orange + Blue plan, which combines the best of both plans for just $60.99 a month ($30.50 for the first month).
The University of Alabama’s College of Arts and Sciences will now be named for Frank Barefield Jr., a Birmingham developer who has committed $35 million to his alma mater.
“Mr. Barefield’s remarkable generosity reflects the spirit of giving that defines The University of Alabama,” UA President Stuart Bell said in a news release. “His gift further elevates the College of Arts and Sciences, which educates thousands of students across disciplines and fosters excellence in research and creativity.”
The UA System Board of Trustees approved the gift and the college’s naming at its June 6 meeting. Barefield’s gift will also support the following efforts:
Launching innovative research
Retaining top scholars with competitive support
Intervening when students face unexpected hardships
Investing in bold, high-impact initiatives across Alabama and beyond
Dean Joseph Messina said the gift will help the college “elevate its excellence in teaching, innovation, research and creative endeavors.”
The college enrolls over 9,000 students across 80 majors, minors, concentrations and graduate programs.
J. Frank Barefield, Jr.
Photography: Andrea Mabry
Barefield, who holds a finance degree from the university, co-owns and manages Abbey Residential, LLC, a real estate firm in Birmingham. His partner at the firm is Dr. Marnix Heersink, who recently committed $100 million to the UAB Heersink School of Medicine. Their property portfolio holds more than $2.5 billion in assets.
Barefield has also made a gift of $10 million to name UAB’s department of criminal justice and its entrepreneurship program.
He is the board chair for Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama and has supported numerous local law enforcement efforts, including a state-of-the-art police training center in Hoover.
Barefield and his wife Barbi Breimann live in Vestavia Hills.
“I am very appreciative of the education I received from The University of Alabama as it has been the foundation of whatever success I have achieved,” Barefield said in a news release. “My goal with this gift is to assist the university in its ability to attract and retain the top educators and students from around the world. I am humbled and honored that the College of Arts and Sciences will forever bear my name.”
A Texas senator’s pushback on President Donald Trump’s proposed cuts to NASA has gained an ally in the Rocket City.
The Huntsville/Madison County Chamber released a statement Friday supporting Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, who is seeking $10 billion in additional funding for key NASA centers and programs.
Trump’s budget proposal would phase out two key programs run from Huntsville’s Marshall Space Flight Center: the Space Launch System that is to carry crews into lunar orbit for NASA’s Artemis program, and its Orion crew capsule.
Cruz proposed the additional spending in his role as chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee. He called for almost $10 billion “to win the new space race with China and ensure America dominates space” by making “targeted, critical investments in Mars-forward technology, Artemis Missions and Moon to Mars program, and the International Space Station.”
The Huntsville Chamber stressed that the SLS and Orion is the only system that has successfully flown to the moon and back – during Artemis 1 in 2022 – and thus is the nation’s best bet to establish a permanent presence there before China does.
“Unless the U.S. is willing to concede the Moon to the Chinese, it is imperative that we continue to fund and support this program until such time as an alternative exists,” the statement read.
The Senate is working toward a version of Trump’s tax and spending plan for next year after the House narrowly passed its own version last month. Cruz’s proposal is advisory only, and Trump’s proposal already faces opposition from senators concerned about spending. A recent nonpartisan budget analysis predicted the House version would raise the deficit by $3.8 trillion over the next 10 years.
Cruz, though, is a leading Senate voice on space who represents another state where NASA has a large presence. The Lunar Gateway – also on the chopping block in Trump’s proposal – is run out of Houston’s Johnson Space Center.
Meanwhile, Marshall is NASA’s lead center for SLS, managing the booster, engines, stages, and integration. Major Huntsville aerospace contractors including Dynetics, Aerojet Rocketdyne, United Launch Alliance and Teledyne Brown Engineering contribute to the development, production and operation of the SLS’s various elements, AL.com has reported.
A 2024 study found Alabama enjoyed $5.1 billion in economic impact due to NASA’s Artemis-related work — more than any other state. It attributed much of that to the reach of Marshall Space Flight Center and the contracting it oversees.
Cruz is calling for SLS and Orion to be funded at least through the Artemis V mission, scheduled to launch no sooner than 2030. Trump’s budget calls for them to be replaced by unspecified private industry solutions after Artemis 3 in 2027.
Orion is the program’s only crew capsule and SLS its only launch vehicle.
The National Weather Service issued an updated report at 3:18 p.m. on Friday for strong thunderstorms until 3:45 p.m. for Marion and Winston counties.
Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and marble-sized hail (0.5 inches) are anticipated.
“At 3:18 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Lynn, moving east at 30 mph,” states the weather service. “Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.”
Locations impacted by the alert include Lynn, Double Springs, Poplar Springs, Houston Recreational Area, Camp McDowell, Ashbank, Smith Lake, Natural Bridge, Clear Creek, Curtis Crossroads and Black Pond.
According to the weather service, “If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.”
Preparing for approaching lightning: Expert safety advice
Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times each year, with the bulk of these electrical discharges occurring during the summer months. Tragically, lightning claims the lives of about 20 individuals annually, as reported by the weather service. The risk of lightning-related incidents escalates as thunderstorms draw near, reaching its peak when the storm directly looms overhead. However, it gradually recedes as the tempest moves away.
To protect yourself during a thunderstorm, take these recommendations into consideration:
Lightning safety plan:
When venturing outdoors, it’s crucial to have a lightning safety plan in place.
Monitor the sky for threatening signs and listen for the sound of thunder. If thunder is audible, it’s an indication that lightning is nearby.
Seek a safe place to shelter, preferably indoors.
Indoors safety measures:
Once you’ve found shelter indoors, abstain from using corded phones, electrical appliances, or plumbing fixtures, and refrain from approaching windows and doors.
Lightning can follow conductive pathways, and these precautions reduce the risk of electrical surges.
Wait for the all-clear:
After the last lightning strike or thunderclap, wait at least 30 minutes before resuming outdoor activities.
It’s important to remember that lightning can strike even when a storm seems to have passed, so exercise caution.
When indoor shelter isn’t available:
If you find yourself outdoors without access to indoor shelter during a thunderstorm, take these steps to maximize your safety:
Avoid open fields, hilltops, or ridge crests, which expose you to greater lightning risk.
Steer clear of tall, isolated trees and other prominent objects. In forested areas, stay close to lower stands of trees.
If you’re with a group, ensure individuals are spread out to prevent lightning current from transferring between people.
Camping in an open setting during a thunderstorm is strongly discouraged. If you have no alternative, set up camp in a valley, ravine, or other low-lying areas. It’s crucial to note that a tent provides no protection against lightning.
Do not approach water bodies, wet objects, or metal items. While water and metal don’t attract lightning, they conduct electricity effectively and can pose significant risks.
In summary, when facing the threat of lightning, preparedness and vigilance are your best allies. By following these guidelines, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of lightning-related incidents and prioritize your safety.
Mastering wet roads: Safety tips for heavy rainfall
Rain can turn roads into hazards. Stay informed and follow these tips from the weather service to ensure safety during heavy rainfall:
Beware of swollen waterways:
Avoid parking or walking in close proximity to culverts or drainage ditches, as the swiftly moving water during heavy rain can potentially carry you away.
Maintain safe driving distances:
Adhere to the two-second rule for maintaining a safe following distance behind the vehicle in front of you. In heavy rain, allow an additional two seconds of distance to compensate for reduced traction and braking effectiveness.
Slow down and drive with care:
On wet roads, reducing your speed is crucial. Ease off the gas pedal gradually and avoid abrupt braking to prevent skidding.
Choose your lane wisely:
Stay toward the middle lanes – water tends to pool in the outside lanes.
Visibility matters:
Enhance your visibility in heavy rain by turning on your headlights. Watch out for vehicles in blind spots, as rain-smeared windows can obscure them.
Watch out for slippery roads:
Be extra careful during the first half hour after rain begins. Grime and oil on the road surface mix with water to make the road slippery.
Keep a safe distance from large vehicles:
Don’t follow large trucks or buses too closely. The spray created by their large tires reduces your vision. Take care when passing them as well; if you must pass, do so quickly and safely.
Mind your windshield wipers:
Overloaded wiper blades can hinder visibility. If rain severely impairs your vision, pull over and wait for conditions to improve. Seek refuge at rest areas or sheltered spots.
When stopping by the roadside is your only option, position your vehicle as far off the road as possible, ideally beyond guardrails. Keep your headlights on and activate emergency flashers to alert other drivers of your position.
By following these safety measures, you can significantly reduce risks and ensure your well-being when heavy rain pours down. Stay informed about weather conditions and heed advice from local authorities to make your journey safe and sound.
Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.
Preparing for approaching lightning: Expert safety advice
Lightning strikes the United States approximately 25 million times each year, with the bulk of these electrical discharges occurring during the summer months. Tragically, lightning claims the lives of about 20 individuals annually, as reported by the weather service. The risk of lightning-related incidents escalates as thunderstorms draw near, reaching its peak when the storm directly looms overhead. However, it gradually recedes as the tempest moves away.
To protect yourself during a thunderstorm, take these recommendations into consideration:
Lightning safety plan:
When venturing outdoors, it’s crucial to have a lightning safety plan in place.
Monitor the sky for threatening signs and listen for the sound of thunder. If thunder is audible, it’s an indication that lightning is nearby.
Seek a safe place to shelter, preferably indoors.
Indoors safety measures:
Once you’ve found shelter indoors, abstain from using corded phones, electrical appliances, or plumbing fixtures, and refrain from approaching windows and doors.
Lightning can follow conductive pathways, and these precautions reduce the risk of electrical surges.
Wait for the all-clear:
After the last lightning strike or thunderclap, wait at least 30 minutes before resuming outdoor activities.
It’s important to remember that lightning can strike even when a storm seems to have passed, so exercise caution.
When indoor shelter isn’t available:
If you find yourself outdoors without access to indoor shelter during a thunderstorm, take these steps to maximize your safety:
Avoid open fields, hilltops, or ridge crests, which expose you to greater lightning risk.
Steer clear of tall, isolated trees and other prominent objects. In forested areas, stay close to lower stands of trees.
If you’re with a group, ensure individuals are spread out to prevent lightning current from transferring between people.
Camping in an open setting during a thunderstorm is strongly discouraged. If you have no alternative, set up camp in a valley, ravine, or other low-lying areas. It’s crucial to note that a tent provides no protection against lightning.
Do not approach water bodies, wet objects, or metal items. While water and metal don’t attract lightning, they conduct electricity effectively and can pose significant risks.
In summary, when facing the threat of lightning, preparedness and vigilance are your best allies. By following these guidelines, you can significantly reduce the likelihood of lightning-related incidents and prioritize your safety.
Mastering wet roads: Safety tips for heavy rainfall
Rain can turn roads into hazards. Stay informed and follow these tips from the weather service to ensure safety during heavy rainfall:
Beware of swollen waterways:
Avoid parking or walking in close proximity to culverts or drainage ditches, as the swiftly moving water during heavy rain can potentially carry you away.
Maintain safe driving distances:
Adhere to the two-second rule for maintaining a safe following distance behind the vehicle in front of you. In heavy rain, allow an additional two seconds of distance to compensate for reduced traction and braking effectiveness.
Slow down and drive with care:
On wet roads, reducing your speed is crucial. Ease off the gas pedal gradually and avoid abrupt braking to prevent skidding.
Choose your lane wisely:
Stay toward the middle lanes – water tends to pool in the outside lanes.
Visibility matters:
Enhance your visibility in heavy rain by turning on your headlights. Watch out for vehicles in blind spots, as rain-smeared windows can obscure them.
Watch out for slippery roads:
Be extra careful during the first half hour after rain begins. Grime and oil on the road surface mix with water to make the road slippery.
Keep a safe distance from large vehicles:
Don’t follow large trucks or buses too closely. The spray created by their large tires reduces your vision. Take care when passing them as well; if you must pass, do so quickly and safely.
Mind your windshield wipers:
Overloaded wiper blades can hinder visibility. If rain severely impairs your vision, pull over and wait for conditions to improve. Seek refuge at rest areas or sheltered spots.
When stopping by the roadside is your only option, position your vehicle as far off the road as possible, ideally beyond guardrails. Keep your headlights on and activate emergency flashers to alert other drivers of your position.
By following these safety measures, you can significantly reduce risks and ensure your well-being when heavy rain pours down. Stay informed about weather conditions and heed advice from local authorities to make your journey safe and sound.
Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.
Those hoping to catch the upcoming finale can stream the hit series through Philo (free trial), DirecTV (free trial) or Sling (50% off first month).
The upcoming finale covers a wide range of topics ranging from the government striking dark deals with cults, mobs and sworn enemies to the CIA’s attempt to enlist the Chicago Mob to assassinate Castro.
Host Duchovny will also touch on Vladimir Putin and his recruitment of a convicted murderer as his personal assassin, the World War II battle where U.S. troops fought alongside the German Army and more.
How to watch the Secrets Declassified with David Duchovny season 1 finale
Sling:50% off first month and one month free of AMC+ ($45.99 a month after first month)
What is Philo?
Philo is considered one of the most affordable streaming platforms on the market. Known as an entertainment-focused streaming service, Philo offers its subscribers access to over 70 top-rated TV channels such as TLC, MTV, BET, AMC, CMT, Investigation Discovery and more.
New users can enjoy Philo’s 7-day free trial and continue to stream top channels, hit TV shows and movies on-demand for just $28 a month once the free trial expires.
Those looking to customize their flow of content even further on Philo can consider including add-ons such as MGM+, STARZ, and AMC+ in their subscription.
What is DirecTV?
DirecTV is a top streaming service perfect for those looking to access a plethora of live TV channels and enjoy helpful features. The base package starts at just $86.99 a month after its 5-day free trial and includes popular TV channels such as HGTV, ESPN, Bravo, CMT, CNBC, BET, CNN and more.
DirecTV has also recently introduced a lineup of genre packs, which allows subscribers to choose their favorite viewing options based on what genre they watch the most. With genre packs, users can get the channels and content they want without filler channel overload. Packs start at just $34.99 a month.
Those interested in comparing all DirecTV’s channel packages and the new genre packs can check them out here.
What is Sling?
Sling is another streaming service to consider if you want to access top rated TV channels such as the History Channel. Though no free trial is available to new subscribers, those who commit to a paid plan get half off the first month and one month free of AMC+.
Both the Sling Orange plan and the Sling Blue plan are normally $45.99 a month, but with the current promotion, Sling users will pay just $23 a month for the first month.
For those who wish to access channels from both the Sling Blue and Sling Orange plans can do so by signing up for the Orange + Blue plan, which combines the best of both plans for just $60.99 a month ($30.50 for the first month).
Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose mistaken deportation to El Salvador became a political flashpoint in the Trump administration’s stepped-up immigration enforcement, was being returned to the United States to face criminal charges related to what the Trump administration said was a massive human smuggling operation that brought immigrants into the country illegally.
He is expected to be prosecuted in the U.S. and, if convicted, will be returned to his home country in El Salvador at the conclusion of the case, officials said Friday.
“This is what American justice looks like,” Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday in announcing the return of Abrego Garcia and the criminal charges.
The charges stem from a 2022 vehicle stop in which the Tennessee Highway Patrol suspected him of human trafficking. A report released by the Department of Homeland Security in April states that none of the people in the vehicle had luggage, while they listed the same address as Abrego Garcia.
Abrego Garcia was never charged with a crime, while the officers allowed him to drive on with only a warning about an expired driver’s license, according to the DHS report. The report said he was traveling from Texas to Maryland, via Missouri, to bring in people to perform construction work.
In response to the report’s release in April, Abrego Garcia’s wife said in a statement that he sometimes transported groups of workers between job sites, “so it’s entirely plausible he would have been pulled over while driving with others in the vehicle. He was not charged with any crime or cited for any wrongdoing.”
The Trump administration has been publicizing Abrego Garcia’s interactions with police over the years, despite a lack of corresponding criminal charges, while it faces a federal court order and calls from some in Congress to return him to the U.S.
Authorities in Tennessee released video of a 2022 traffic stop last month. The body-camera footage shows a calm and friendly exchange between officers with the Tennessee Highway Patrol.
Officers then discussed among themselves their suspicions of human trafficking because nine people were traveling without luggage. One of the officers said, “He’s hauling these people for money.” Another said he had $1,400 in an envelope.
An attorney for Abrego Garcia, Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg, said in a statement after the footage’s release in May that he saw no evidence of a crime in the released footage.
“But the point is not the traffic stop — it’s that Mr. Abrego Garcia deserves his day in court,” Sandoval-Moshenberg said.
The move comes days after the Trump administration complied with a court order to return a Guatemalan ma n deported to Mexico despite his fears of being harmed there. The man, identified in court papers as O.C.G, was the first person known to have been returned to U.S. custody after deportation since the start of President Donald Trump’s second term.
