Category: High-profile cases

Packers’ Aaron Rodgers Wants Apology From WSJ Over ‘COVID Toe’ Report

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he expects an apology from the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) for an article stating he has “COVID Toe,” although he referenced the condition in an interview a day earlier. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Rodgers said he had a fractured toe and said the WSJ’s report is “a…


Western Michigan University Allows Unvaccinated Athletes to Participate Sports After Settlement

Western Michigan University (WMU) reached a settlement with 16 athletes on Tuesday, allowing them to compete in sports without getting the COVID-19 vaccine. The public university also agreed to pay plaintiffs their legal fees of $34,617. “We are pleased that WMU has agreed to resolve this matter, that our clients’ religious convictions were vindicated, and…


Western Michigan University Allows Unvaccinated Athletes to Participate in Sports After Settlement

Western Michigan University (WMU) reached a settlement with 16 athletes on Tuesday, allowing them to compete in sports without getting the COVID-19 vaccine. The public university also agreed to pay plaintiffs their legal fees of $34,617. “We are pleased that WMU has agreed to resolve this matter, that our clients’ religious convictions were vindicated, and…


Steelers’ Minkah Fitzpatrick Tests Positive for COVID-19

Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro safety Minkah Fitzpatrick has tested positive for COVID-19, ESPN reported Monday. Fitzpatrick, 33, joins quarterback Ben Roethlisberger on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Roethlisberger tested positive Saturday and missed the Steelers’ 16–16 tie against the Detroit Lions the following day. Fitzpatrick’s status for the upcoming game against the Los Angeles Chargers is in jeopardy,…


Aaron Rodgers Returns After COVID-19 Diagnosis, Vaccine Comments

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers returned to the field Sunday following his COVID-19 diagnosis and comments questioning the efficacy of vaccines and mandates. Rodgers, a three-time NFL Most Valuable Player, was placed on the COVID-19 and injury list earlier this month after he was diagnosed with COVID-19, the illness caused by the CCP (Chinese…


Packers QB Rodgers Returns After COVID-19 Diagnosis, Vaccine Comments

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers returned to the field on Nov. 14 following his COVID-19 diagnosis and 10-day quarantine, as well as comments questioning the efficacy of vaccines and mandates. Rodgers, 37, a three-time NFL Most Valuable Player, was placed on the COVID-19 and injury list earlier this month after he was diagnosed with…


Fully Vaccinated Vikings Player Hospitalized With COVID-19: Coach

A fully vaccinated player on the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings was taken to a hospital’s emergency room due to trouble breathing after contracting COVID-19, said head coach Mike Zimmer on Wednesday. “One of our players that was vaccinated, he had to go to the ER last night because of COVID. It’s serious stuff,” Zimmer told reporters, without…


Ed Sheeran Has COVID-19, Will Do Performances From Home

British pop star Ed Sheeran said Sunday he has tested positive for COVID-19 and will do interviews and performances from his house while he self-isolates. Sheeran, 30, broke the news on social media days before his new studio album is due out. “Quick note to tell you that I’ve sadly tested positive for Covid, so…


Homeland Security Secretary Tests Positive for COVID-19 Two Days After Event With Bidens

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday although he is fully vaccinated, according to a spokesperson for the agency. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) spokesperson Marsha Espinosa said Mayorkas “tested positive this morning for the COVID-19 virus after taking a test as part of routine pre-travel protocols.” “Mayorkas is experiencing only…


Colin Powell Dies Due to COVID-19 Complications: Family

Former Secretary of State and retired Gen. Colin Powell has died at age 84, his family announced Monday. Powell “passed away this morning due to complications from COVID-19,” the family said in a statement. The death came despite Powell being fully vaccinated against the virus that causes COVID-19. Powell was being cared for at the…