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Prosecutors rest their case in trial of three men accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery

November 16, 2021 9:00 AM CNN

By Devon M. Sayers, Alta Spells and Jason Hanna, CNN The prosecution in the trial of Ahmaud Arbery’s killing rested its case Tuesday afternoon…

Prosecutors rest their case in trial of three men accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery

November 16, 2021 5:26 AM CNN Newsource

By Devon M. Sayers, Alta Spells and Jason Hanna, CNN The prosecution in the trial of Ahmaud Arbery’s killing rested its case Tuesday afternoon…

Suspects at large after drive-by shooting at Colorado park sends 6 teens to hospital

November 16, 2021 4:39 AM CNN

By Sarah Moon and Steve Almasy, CNN Six teenagers were wounded in a shooting involving multiple suspects at a small park close to a high school in…

5 things to know for November 16: Capitol riot, China, Russia, Covid-19, Afghanistan

November 16, 2021 4:28 AM CNN Newsource

By AJ Willingham, CNN It’s been a remarkably wet November in the Pacific Northwest, and more rain is on the way thanks to a Category 5…

5 things to know for November 17: Coronavirus, Congress, economy, Uganda, Philippines

November 16, 2021 4:28 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN There may already be a wrinkle in your Thanksgiving travel plans: A huge brewing storm could lead to some rocky roads from the…

5 things to know for November 16: Capitol riot, China, Russia, Covid-19, Afghanistan

November 16, 2021 4:28 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN It’s been a remarkably wet November in the Pacific Northwest, and more rain is on the way thanks to a Category 5…

5 things to know for November 16: Capitol riot, China, Russia, Covid-19, Afghanistan

November 16, 2021 4:28 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN It’s been a remarkably wet November in the Pacific Northwest, and more rain is on the way thanks to a Category 5…

5 things to know for November 16: Capitol riot, China, Russia, Covid-19, Afghanistan

November 16, 2021 4:28 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN It’s been a remarkably wet November in the Pacific Northwest, and more rain is on the way thanks to a Category 5…

5 things to know for November 16: Capitol riot, China, Russia, Covid-19, Afghanistan

November 16, 2021 4:28 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN It’s been a remarkably wet November in the Pacific Northwest, and more rain is on the way thanks to a Category 5…

5 things to know for November 16: Capitol riot, China, Russia, Covid-19, Afghanistan

November 16, 2021 4:28 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN It’s been a remarkably wet November in the Pacific Northwest, and more rain is on the way thanks to a Category 5…

5 things to know for November 16: Capitol riot, China, Russia, Covid-19, Afghanistan

November 16, 2021 4:28 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN It’s been a remarkably wet November in the Pacific Northwest, and more rain is on the way thanks to a Category 5…

Jurors begin deliberations in Kyle Rittenhouse’s homicide trial

November 16, 2021 3:44 AM CNN Newsource

By Eric Levenson, Carma Hassan and Brad Parks, CNN Jurors began deliberations Tuesday in Kyle Rittenhouse’s homicide trial, a day after the…

8 deaths reported after recent Covid-19 outbreak at a Connecticut nursing home

November 15, 2021 11:29 PM CNN

By Sahar Akbarzai and Travis Caldwell, CNN Eight residents of a nursing home in northwestern Connecticut have died since late September following a…

8 deaths reported after recent Covid-19 outbreak at a Connecticut nursing home

November 15, 2021 11:29 PM CNN Newsource

By Sahar Akbarzai and Travis Caldwell, CNN Eight residents of a nursing home in northwestern Connecticut have died since late September following a…

Ambulance driver admitted to drinking, smoking marijuana and taking Adderall before crash that killed patient, police say

November 15, 2021 10:58 PM CNN Newsource

By Chris Boyette, CNN A Georgia ambulance driver has been arrested and charged with driving under the influence and second-degree homicide-by-vehicle…

A pregnant woman hoped to deliver her baby at the hospital. She only made it to the front lawn

November 15, 2021 7:12 PM CNN

By Sara Smart, CNN A pregnant California woman turned her front lawn into a delivery room, and the proof is on her Ring doorbell camera. Last…

Medical staff at Astroworld responded to 11 cardiac arrests at the same time, CEO of medic company says

November 15, 2021 6:17 PM CNN Newsource

By Amir Vera, Natasha Chen, Rosa Flores, Stephanie Becker and Paul Vercammen, CNN The CEO of ParaDocs, the medic company hired by Astroworld…

Woman killed walking her dog in a popular Atlanta park was stabbed dozens of times, medical examiner says

November 15, 2021 6:13 PM CNN

By Gregory Lemos, CNN The 40-year-old woman who was killed alongside her dog overnight this summer at a popular park in the heart of Atlanta was…

An attorney’s attempt to ban Black pastors isn’t keeping the Rev. Jesse Jackson away from the Arbery killing trial

November 15, 2021 5:37 PM CNN

By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN The Rev. Jesse Jackson said he has a “moral obligation” to be in court during the trial of three White men…

A pregnant woman hoped to deliver her baby at the hospital. She only made it to the front lawn

November 15, 2021 4:48 PM CNN Newsource

By Sara Smart, CNN A pregnant California woman turned her front lawn into a delivery room, and the proof is on her Ring doorbell camera. Last…

Bread baking, fresh strawberries claim top spots in NASA’s Deep Space Food Challenge

November 15, 2021 3:18 PM CNN Newsource

By Sherry Liang, CNN A dinner of Mars-grown vegetables, bread baked on a shuttle, and insects for dessert may be on the menu for future astronauts.…

An attorney’s attempt to ban Black pastors isn’t keeping the Rev. Jesse Jackson away from the Arbery killing trial

November 15, 2021 2:14 PM CNN Newsource

By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN The Rev. Jesse Jackson said he has a “moral obligation” to be in court during the trial of three White men…

Suspects at large after drive-by shooting at Colorado park sends 6 teens to hospital

November 15, 2021 1:59 PM CNN Newsource

By Sarah Moon and Steve Almasy, CNN Six teenagers were wounded in a shooting involving multiple suspects at a small park close to a high school in…

Father died saving his daughter in Michigan plane crash, family friend says

November 15, 2021 1:56 PM CNN

By Laura Studley and Amanda Watts, CNN A victim in a Michigan plane crash died while saving his eldest daughter’s life, a family friend and…

Woman killed walking her dog in a popular Atlanta park was stabbed dozens of times, medical examiner says

November 15, 2021 12:18 PM CNN Newsource

By Gregory Lemos, CNN The 40-year-old woman who was killed alongside her dog overnight this summer at a popular park in the heart of Atlanta was…

9-year-old boy injured at the Astroworld Festival has died, family attorney says, bringing death toll to 10

November 14, 2021 9:47 PM CNN

By Amir Vera, CNN The 9-year-old boy who was injured at the Astroworld Festival died Sunday, according to family attorney Ben Crump. The death toll…

Howard students reach agreement with university officials after month-long protest over poor housing conditions

November 15, 2021 8:56 AM CNN Newsource

By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN Students at Howard University have reached an agreement with university officials after a month-long protest over housing…

GBI investigator confirms Ahmaud Arbery was shot at close range based on the size of the holes in his shirt

November 15, 2021 5:29 AM CNN Newsource

By Devon M. Sayers, Alta Spells, Joe Sutton and Amir Vera, CNN A Georgia Bureau of Investigations firearms examiner confirmed Monday Ahmaud Arbery…

5 things to know for Nov 15: Infrastructure, economy, Covid-19, Capitol riot, Belarus

November 15, 2021 4:25 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN Holiday events are looking a little more normal this year after last year’s pandemic-hobbled season — and that…

5 things to know for Nov 15: Infrastructure, economy, Covid-19, Capitol riot, Belarus

November 15, 2021 4:25 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN Holiday events are looking a little more normal this year after last year’s pandemic-hobbled season — and that…

5 things to know for Nov 15: Infrastructure, economy, Covid-19, Capitol riot, Belarus

November 15, 2021 4:25 AM CNN Newsource

By AJ Willingham, CNN Holiday events are looking a little more normal this year after last year’s pandemic-hobbled season — and that…

5 things to know for Nov 15: Infrastructure, economy, Covid-19, Capitol riot, Belarus

November 15, 2021 4:25 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN Holiday events are looking a little more normal this year after last year’s pandemic-hobbled season — and that…

5 things to know for Nov 15: Infrastructure, economy, Covid-19, Capitol riot, Belarus

November 15, 2021 4:25 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN Holiday events are looking a little more normal this year after last year’s pandemic-hobbled season — and that…

5 things to know for Nov 15: Infrastructure, economy, Covid-19, Capitol riot, Belarus

November 15, 2021 4:25 AM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN Holiday events are looking a little more normal this year after last year’s pandemic-hobbled season — and that…

Prosecution says Kyle Rittenhouse provoked fatal shootings, while defense says he feared for his life

November 15, 2021 3:56 AM CNN Newsource

By Eric Levenson, Carma Hassan and Brad Parks, CNN Kyle Rittenhouse provoked the fatal shootings in Kenosha, Wisconsin, last year by pointing his…

Colorado announces vaccine mandate for certain indoor events as Mountain West states grapple with Covid-19 surge

November 14, 2021 11:59 PM CNN Newsource

By Travis Caldwell and Joe Sutton, CNN With hospitals throughout Colorado facing increases in Covid-19 hospitalizations, state officials announced…

5 things to know for Nov 15: Infrastructure, economy, Covid-19, Capitol riot, Belarus

November 14, 2021 11:59 PM CNN

By AJ Willingham, CNN Holiday events are looking a little more normal this year after last year’s pandemic-hobbled season — and that…

Minnesota police investigating video of racist rant encouraging a Black student to take her own life

November 14, 2021 11:07 PM CNN Newsource

By Elizabeth Joseph and Artemis Moshtaghian, CNN Police in Savage, Minnesota, are investigating a racist video shared widely on social media where a…

9-year-old boy injured at the Astroworld Festival has died, family attorney says, bringing death toll to 10

November 14, 2021 9:47 PM CNN Newsource

By Amir Vera, CNN The 9-year-old boy who was injured at the Astroworld Festival died Sunday, according to family attorney Ben Crump. The death toll…

Father died saving his daughter in Michigan plane crash, family friend says

November 14, 2021 8:37 PM CNN Newsource

By Laura Studley and Amanda Watts, CNN A victim in a Michigan plane crash died while saving his eldest daughter’s life, a family friend and…

Call Of Duty: Vanguard removes pages of the Quran from the game after critics call it disrespectful

November 14, 2021 4:55 PM CNN Newsource

By Alaa Elassar, CNN The publisher of the video game Call of Duty: Vanguard has issued an apology after receiving criticism from Muslim players who…

Federal agents rescue pilot found standing atop sinking plane off Florida coast

November 14, 2021 1:19 PM CNN Newsource

By Susannah Cullinane, CNN Federal agents conducting a marine operation in Florida unexpectedly found themselves involved in an air rescue, when they…

A real road hog named Papa Pig backs up traffic in South Carolina

November 14, 2021 12:37 PM CNN Newsource

By Theresa Waldrop, CNN A hog named Papa Pig kept York County, South Carolina, deputies busy one night last week. The sheriff’s office tweeted…

Four people were killed in an overnight shooting at an Arizona trailer park

November 14, 2021 12:25 PM CNN Newsource

By Kay Jones and Alaa Elassar, CNN Four people were killed in an overnight shooting in Arizona. Multiple calls came in around 12:45 a.m. Sunday from…

Vermont woman earns world record by running 95 marathons in 95 days

November 14, 2021 11:54 AM CNN Newsource

By Kaanita Iyer, CNN Imagine running 26 miles. Now imagine running 26 miles every day for 95 consecutive days. That’s what one Vermont ultra…

Southwest employee hospitalized after being assaulted by female passenger

November 14, 2021 11:50 AM CNN Newsource

By Kay Jones and Amanda Jackson, CNN A Southwest Airlines employee was taken to a Dallas hospital Saturday after being assaulted by a passenger at…

Michael Chertoff Fast Facts

November 14, 2021 10:59 AM CNN Newsource

CNN Editorial Research Here is a look at the life of Michael Chertoff, former secretary of Homeland Security. Personal Birth date: November 28, 1953…

A WWII veteran’s Purple Heart was returned to his sons 35 years after his death

November 14, 2021 9:34 AM CNN Newsource

By David Williams, CNN Jerry and Mal Deener had always wondered what their dad Harry did in the Army during World War II. The New Jersey brothers,…

Start your week smart: Ahmaud Arbery, Andrew Cuomo, Medicare, Adele, Steelers

November 14, 2021 8:10 AM CNN Newsource

By Faith Karimi, CNN Bummer for bargain hunters: It may be harder to snag designer clothes at T.J. Maxx, Burlington and Ross. Supply chains are…

All 5 inmates who escaped from Georgia jail — including 2 murder suspects — have been recaptured, officials say

November 14, 2021 8:05 AM CNN Newsource

By Claudia Dominguez, Joe Sutton and Susannah Cullinane, CNN All five inmates who escaped from a south Georgia jail last week have been taken back…

Howard students are living in tents to avoid the mold, roach and mice infestation in their dorms

November 14, 2021 7:07 AM CNN

By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN Jasmine Joof said she has been sick with congestion, coughing and headaches for several weeks after discovering the mold…

Poet Hanif Abdurraqib on genius, basketball and deconstructing hierarchies in writing

November 14, 2021 7:02 AM CNN Newsource

By Leah Asmelash, CNN Hanif Abdurraqib only ever wanted to publish one book, a book of poems. That was it. Now, the poet (and writer, sneakerhead,…

Howard students are living in tents to avoid the mold, roach and mice infestation in their dorms

November 14, 2021 4:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN Jasmine Joof said she has been sick with congestion, coughing and headaches for several weeks after discovering the mold…

Prosecution says Kyle Rittenhouse provoked fatal shootings, while defense says he feared for his life

November 14, 2021 2:01 AM CNN

By Eric Levenson, Carma Hassan and Brad Parks, CNN Kyle Rittenhouse provoked the fatal shootings in Kenosha, Wisconsin, last year by pointing his…

These are the 5 charges the jury in Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial considered

November 14, 2021 2:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Ray Sanchez and Brad Parks, CNN Kyle Rittenhouse on Friday was acquitted on the charges against him by a jury in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The 12 jurors…

Investigators track down Cleveland bank teller who stuffed $215K into a paper bag and vanished 52 years ago

November 14, 2021 12:06 AM CNN Newsource

By Faith Karimi, CNN Theodore John Conrad showed up for work as a bank teller in Cleveland. At the end of his shift, the then 20-year-old stole…

Alex Murdaugh refuses to respond to allegations in former firm’s lawsuit against him

November 13, 2021 6:49 PM CNN Newsource

By Kay Jones and Susannah Cullinane, CNN Disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh cited privilege against self-incrimination in declining to…

Pro Football Hall of Famer Sam Huff dies at 87

November 13, 2021 6:39 PM CNN Newsource

By Keith Allen, CNN Pro Football Hall of Famer and former Washington and New York Giants linebacker Sam Huff died Saturday, Washington Football Team…

Adoptive parents plead not guilty to murder of daughter, 6, as court documents describe horrific abuse allegations

November 13, 2021 4:31 PM CNN Newsource

By Amanda Watts and Susannah Cullinane, CNN A Hawaii couple charged with the murder of their adopted 6-year-old daughter pleaded not guilty via an…

Texas doctor suspended for spreading ‘misinformation’ about Covid-19 submits resignation letter

November 13, 2021 1:18 PM CNN Newsource

By Amanda Watts and Alaa Elassar, CNN The doctor who had her medical staff privileges suspended over Covid-19 “misinformation” on her…

Snow leopards die of Covid-19 complications at Nebraska zoo

November 13, 2021 1:00 PM CNN Newsource

By David Williams, CNN Three snow leopards at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo in Nebraska have died of complications from Covid-19, zoo officials…

Rockefeller Center Christmas tree arrives in New York City after road trip from Maryland

November 13, 2021 11:27 AM CNN Newsource

By David Williams, CNN This year’s Rockefeller Center Christmas tree got a well-earned police escort into New York City Saturday morning to cap…

Los Angeles is seeing a trend of ‘follow-home’ robberies targeting people based on their cars and jewelry, police say

November 13, 2021 7:21 AM CNN Newsource

By Aya Elamroussi, CNN There has been a slew of robberies in Los Angeles where the perpetrators target people based on the jewelry they’re…

10-year-old Utah Black and autistic student dies by suicide weeks after scathing DOJ report on school district

November 13, 2021 7:20 AM CNN

By Elizabeth Joseph, CNN Isabella “Izzy” Tichenor, a 10-year-old Black and autistic student in Utah, died by suicide last Saturday after…

Murder suspect killed in shootout with marshals’ task force outside Phoenix airport, authorities say

November 13, 2021 6:27 AM CNN Newsource

By Jason Hanna and Andy Rose, CNN A fugitive accused of murder in California was killed Friday in a shootout with members of a US marshals’…

Lawsuit over Andrew Brown Jr’s killing now alleges an officer’s weapon was altered after shooting and before it was admitted as evidence

November 13, 2021 6:15 AM CNN Newsource

By Chris Boyette, CNN An amended lawsuit filed by the estate of Andrew Brown, Jr. alleges one of the officers who fatally shot him told investigators…

You’ll have to learn how to do textured hair to get a stylist’s license in Louisiana

November 13, 2021 4:00 AM CNN Newsource

By Nicquel Terry Ellis, CNN The Louisiana Board of Cosmetology’s recent move to include a section on cutting textured hair on all licensing…

Scientists react to Aaron Rodgers’ comments on Covid-19 vaccine and treatments

November 13, 2021 3:00 AM CNN Newsource

By Theresa Waldrop, CNN If only scientists had the influence of a popular professional football quarterback. Scientists have worked hard to develop…

Funeral services underway for Astroworld Festival victims as dozens of lawsuits are filed over the tragedy

November 13, 2021 2:31 AM CNN

By Aya Elamroussi, CNN The funeral for one of the youngest victims of last week’s Astroworld Festival was held Saturday morning in Houston, as…

Funeral services underway for Astroworld Festival victims as dozens of lawsuits are filed over the tragedy

November 13, 2021 2:31 AM CNN Newsource

By Aya Elamroussi, CNN The funeral for one of the youngest victims of last week’s Astroworld Festival was held Saturday morning in Houston, as…

Massachusetts high school students hold walkout to protest racist video by a White classmate

November 13, 2021 2:26 AM CNN Newsource

By Sahar Akbarzai, CNN Students at a Massachusetts high school held a walkout on Friday morning to protest a racist video made by a White student and…

How to stay safe at a crowded concert or music festival

November 13, 2021 2:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Faith Karimi, CNN The Astroworld Festival tragedy has raised questions about crowd safety at large-scale concerts — and how to protect yourself…

Black police officer in Ohio files charge of employment discrimination over alleged racist activities of former chief

November 12, 2021 8:50 PM CNN Newsource

By Evan Simko-Bednarski, CNN A Black police officer subject to apparent racist harassment by his former police chief has filed an employment…

Men charged in Ahmaud Arbery’s killing plead not guilty in federal court

November 12, 2021 8:16 PM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe, Angela Barajas and Martin Savidge, CNN The men charged in last year’s killing of Ahmaud Arbery entered not guilty pleas…

Three men indicted on hate crime and kidnapping charges in connection to Ahmaud Arbery’s death, federal prosecutors say

November 12, 2021 8:14 PM CNN Newsource

By Amir Vera, CNN Federal prosecutors indicted the three men accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery on hate crime and attempted kidnapping charges, the…

Federal indictment for Ahmaud Arbery’s accused killers is one step closer to justice, mother says

November 12, 2021 8:12 PM CNN Newsource

By Madeline Holcombe and Amir Vera, CNN The federal indictment of three men accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery represents “one step closer to…

10-year-old Utah Black and autistic student dies by suicide weeks after scathing DOJ report on school district

November 12, 2021 8:01 PM CNN Newsource

By Elizabeth Joseph, CNN Isabella “Izzy” Tichenor, a 10-year-old Black and autistic student in Utah, died by suicide last Saturday after…

Jury selection in Ahmaud Arbery case set for October

November 12, 2021 7:43 PM CNN Newsource

By Deanna Hackney and Amir Vera, CNN Jury selection will begin October 18 for the state trial of three men facing charges in the killing of Ahmaud…

Pardon for Homer Plessy, of Plessy v. Ferguson’s ‘separate but equal’ ruling, heads to Louisiana governor’s desk

November 12, 2021 6:58 PM CNN Newsource

By Chris Boyette and Claudia Dominguez, CNN Homer Plessy, whose 19th century case Plessy v. Ferguson became a landmark civil rights Supreme Court…

Mother of 14-year-old girl who went missing for almost a month is arrested, officials say

November 12, 2021 6:05 PM CNN Newsource

By Laura Studley, Mallika Kallingal and Alex Harring, CNN The mother of a missing 14-year-old who was found safe in New York City on Thursday has…

The judge in Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial is considering lesser charges. Here’s what that means

November 12, 2021 3:25 PM CNN Newsource

By Brad Parks, Carma Hassan and Steve Almasy, CNN The judge in the homicide trial of Kyle Rittenhouse met with attorneys Friday morning for a…

Jurors in Kyle Rittenhouse’s homicide trial will begin deliberations today

November 12, 2021 3:25 PM CNN

By Eric Levenson, Carma Hassan and Brad Parks, CNN Jurors are set to begin deliberations Tuesday in Kyle Rittenhouse’s homicide trial, a day…

A rare ‘cotton candy’ lobster named Haddie was caught in Maine this week

November 12, 2021 10:53 AM CNN Newsource

By Megan Marples, CNN Cotton candy is one of the last words most people would use to describe lobster, but one special crustacean fits the bill.…

Mother of 14-year-old girl who went missing for almost a month is arrested, officials say

November 12, 2021 10:31 AM CNN

By Laura Studley, Mallika Kallingal and Alex Harring, CNN The mother of a missing 14-year-old who was found safe in New York City on Thursday has…

Netflix show ‘Uncoupled’ cuts a Latina housekeeper character that was criticized as offensive

November 12, 2021 10:15 AM CNN Newsource

By Harmeet Kaur, CNN The upcoming Netflix comedy series “Uncoupled,” starring Neil Patrick Harris, will no longer feature a Latina…

Kentucky nurse wins $200k lottery prize after retiring from the Covid front lines

November 12, 2021 9:52 AM CNN Newsource

By David Williams, CNN After 36 years as a nurse, one Kentucky woman had more than earned her retirement — and now she has plenty of money to…

9 people have died in the wake of the Astroworld tragedy. A week on, questions remain over who should be held accountable

November 12, 2021 8:18 AM CNN Newsource

By Aya Elamroussi, CNN In the week since a Houston music festival turned deadly, questions have emerged about who should be held accountable for the…

Olympic gold medalist Suni Lee says she was pepper-sprayed in a racist attack

November 12, 2021 8:11 AM CNN

By Theresa Waldrop, CNN American gymnast Suni Lee, an Olympic gold medal winner and the first Hmong American to compete in the Olympics, said she was…

After Astroworld, music festivals face new scrutiny over crowd safety

November 12, 2021 6:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Faith Karimi and Ray Sanchez, CNN Seven days after the Astroworld tragedy, another major music festival is kicking off tonight in Las Vegas. While…

Testimony has concluded in Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial. Here are some key moments

November 12, 2021 4:42 AM CNN Newsource

By Aya Elamroussi, CNN After more than 30 witnesses testified in the Kyle Rittenhouse homicide trial, the case that has grabbed the nation’s…

Testimony has concluded in Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial. Here are some key moments

November 12, 2021 4:42 AM CNN

By Aya Elamroussi, CNN After more than 30 witnesses testified in the Kyle Rittenhouse homicide trial, the case that has grabbed the nation’s…