Michael Jackson’s doctor charged with manslaughter investigation
Lawyer: Texas office of Michael Jackson’s doctor raided as part of ‘manslaughter’ probeLOS ANGELES — Police and federal drug agents investigating the death of pop star Michael Jackson have seized documents and computer records from his doctor’s clinic as they narrow their focus in what could become a criminal probe. Lawyer for Michael Jackson’s doctor says clinic raid a search for evidence of manslaughterHOUSTON — The Michael Jackson investigation took a stunning turn Wednesday as authorities raided the offices of the doctor who was with the pop star when he died and the physician’s lawyer said investigators appear to be building a manslaughter case. Former NBA all-star Antoine Walker arrested in Las Vegas casino debt caseSTATELINE, Nev. — Former NBA all-star Antoine Walker has been arrested on criminal charges stemming from $822,500 in gambling debts in Las Vegas. Cardplayers, celebrities descend on Las Vegas as World Series of Poker main event beginsLAS VEGAS — Cardplayers, celebrities and amateurs with deep pockets are back in Las Vegas and hoping for a handsome score as the World Series of Poker main event begins. Magician Lance Burton to stay 6 more years on Vegas Strip, plans July return after foot injuryLAS VEGAS — Magician Lance Burton is staying on the Las Vegas Strip for another six years. Spokeswoman for Michael Jackson cardiologist: Police do not consider doctor a suspectLOS ANGELES — The cardiologist who was with Michael Jackson when he collapsed is “in no way a suspect” in the pop singer’s death, a spokeswoman for the doctor said Saturday after a three-hour interview with detectives. Lawyer for Michael Jackson cardiologist: Doctor not considered suspect after police interviewLOS ANGELES — A spokeswoman for the doctor at Michael Jackson’s side when he died says he is not considered a suspect after a three-hour meeting with police. Rev. Jesse Jackson: Michael Jackson’s family wants independent autopsy amid myriad questionsLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s family wants a private autopsy of the pop icon because of unanswered questions about how he died and the doctor who was with him, the Rev. Jesse Jackson said Saturday. Michael Jackson memorabilia bring $205,000 at long-scheduled celebrity auction in Las VegasLAS VEGAS — A crystal-studded shirt worn onstage by Michael Jackson: $52,500. A young Jackson’s painting of Mickey Mouse: $25,000. Owning a piece of a pop icon who died before his time: Priceless. LA police want to question cardiologist who treated Michael JacksonLOS ANGELES — A concert promoter said Friday that Michael Jackson insisted the company hire the cardiologist who reportedly was in his Los Angeles mansion when the entertainer collapsed. Michael Jackson memorabilia up for sale at long-scheduled celebrity auction in Las VegasLAS VEGAS — A collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia is up for auction in Las Vegas — a potentially lucrative coincidence a day after the singer’s death. Police release 911 audio, end probe into death of Las Vegas entertainer Danny GansHENDERSON, Nev. — Police in Nevada have released a 911 recording and closed their investigation of Las Vegas entertainer Danny Gans’ sudden death at home May 1. Alex The Great repeats as NHL MVP, snags Hart and Pearson trophies for 2nd straight yearLAS VEGAS — He is Alex The Great — again. Ovechkin seeks MVP repeat at glitzed-up NHL awards in Las Vegas, but must beat Malkin, DatsyukLAS VEGAS — The NHL is boosting the spotlight on its annual awards ceremony by adding Las Vegas glitz, and Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin hopes he will also shine as a repeat most valuable player winner on Thursday night. Doctor says late Las Vegas entertainer Danny Gans had his old prescription for pain medicationLAS VEGAS — A doctor who treated Danny Gans said Friday the Las Vegas Strip headliner had a prescription five years ago for the potent painkiller blamed in his death but declined a similar prescription just a few months ago. Findings in death of Las Vegas Strip entertainer Danny Gans leave questionsLAS VEGAS — Danny Gans’ act came at you full speed with song, dance and impressions ranging from Joe Cocker to Sammy Davis Jr. and Kermit the Frog. Coroner: Vegas entertainer Danny Gans died accidentally after toxic reaction to painkillerLAS VEGAS — Las Vegas entertainer Danny Gans’ death was accidental, caused by a prescription painkiller, a coroner said Tuesday. Coroner says Vegas entertainer Danny Gans died accidentally after toxic reaction to painkillerLAS VEGAS — Las Vegas entertainer Danny Gans’ death was accidental, caused by a prescription painkiller, a coroner said Tuesday. Clark County Coroner Mike Murphy said an autopsy, toxicology and microscopic samples showed the 52-year-old Gans died from toxic levels of hydromorphone. The opiate drug is used to treat chronic pain, which Gans suffered from, Murphy said. Coroner: Vegas entertainer Danny Gans died accidentally from toxic reaction to pain killerLAS VEGAS — A coroner says Las Vegas entertainer Danny Gans died accidentally last month because of a toxic reaction to a pain killer. The showgirl goes on: Bette Midler marks 100-show milestone in Las VegasLAS VEGAS — Bette Midler has staged the 100th performance of “The Showgirl Must Go On” in Las Vegas. Suriname judge releases Vegas impersonator accused in phony Toni Braxton showPARAMARIBO, Suriname — A judge in Suriname on Friday released a Las Vegas entertainer accused of posing as Toni Braxton at a concert where she was pelted with trash and booed offstage. Lounge legend Butera dies at 81 after 50 years of jazzing up the Las Vegas StripLAS VEGAS — Sam Butera, a saxophonist who helped usher in lounge entertainment in Las Vegas and shared the stage with Louis Prima and Keely Smith, has died. He was 81. City of Dreams casino resort latest multibillion dollar bet on MacauMACAU — The City of Dreams, a massive casino resort in Macau, was unveiled Monday in the latest multibillion-dollar bet that this once seedy Chinese gambling enclave will become one of the world’s top tourist destinations. Magician Lance Burton cancels performances at Las Vegas casino after breaking foot onstageLAS VEGAS — Las Vegas magician Lance Burton is canceling his performances at the Monte Carlo Hotel and Casino through June 2 after he broke his right foot onstage last week. Lawyer: Suriname promoter confesses to planning phony Toni Braxton concertPARAMARIBO, Suriname — A concert promoter accused of trying to pass off a Las Vegas-based entertainer as six-time Grammy winner Toni Braxton has confessed to arranging the scheme in Suriname, his attorney said Thursday. Las Vegas entertainer faces fraud charges in Suriname for allegedly impersonating Toni BraxtonPARAMARIBO, Suriname — A Las Vegas-based entertainer has been jailed after prosecutors said she tried to pass herself off as Toni Braxton at a concert, prompting the disappointed crowd to jeer and pelt the stage with trash. Her husband says she’s the victim of a local con artist. Obituaries in the newsAbu Talib LANCASTER, Calif. (AP) — Bluesman Abu Talib, who recorded and toured with Ray Charles and Little Walter under his given name, Freddy Robinson, has died. He was 70. |