Rihanna Shooting Suspect Appears to Rant About Singer's Death, On Video

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The woman accused of shooting at Rihanna's home on Sunday seems to have shared multiple videos making incoherent accusations concerning the singer ... even what will happen when Rihanna dies.

Watch the clip ... in a YouTube video posted January 4, Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, clutches a 'Praying Woman's Journal' and appears to accuse Rihanna of trying to kill her. Even more disturbing ... Ortiz appears to say that when Rihanna dies, God will take Ortiz to her "future."

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"YOU GUYS NEED TO WAKE UP"

In another video, uploaded to YouTube on January 21, Ortiz seems to give a similar rant while holding the same book. In the second clip, Ortiz appears to liken Rihanna's face to the devil before delving into a tirade about homework.

Sherrone Moore's Ex-Assistant Lawsuit Against Coach, U-M On Table

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Sherrone Moore copped a plea deal in his criminal case, but he's not completely out of the woods -- Paige Shiver's attorney tells TMZ Sports the former Michigan football staffer is not ruling out suing the coach and the school.

Moore pleaded no contest to two misdemeanors last week ... with the three original charges, including felony home invasion, getting dropped.

Both Shiver and her lawyer, Andrew M. Stroth, expressed disappointment with the deal ... urging the University of Michigan to take accountability for its "painful missteps." Stroth also said Shiver endured years of harassment and manipulation, leaving her "pressured, intimidated, and unable to escape conduct that should never occur in any workplace -- let alone at a public university."

That said, a potential lawsuit against Moore and/or the U-M is not out of the question.

Charlie Kirk Murder Prosecutors Fight to Keep Cameras in the Courtroom

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Tyler Robinson -- the 22-year-old accused of murdering Charlie Kirk -- and his lawyers want cameras out of the courtroom to ensure a fair trial ... but the prosecution says, if anything, closed-door hearings will just encourage more outlandish publicity.

In court documents, obtained by TMZ, prosecutors ask for cameras to be allowed in the courtroom, saying, "keeping court proceedings as public as possible helps to quell and contradict the tide of misinformation," while secrecy fuels conspiracy theories.

The prosecution cites "a number of conspiracy theories" that have already circulated, including unfounded accusations that Israel was behind the murder.

Rihanna Dispatch Audio of Home Shooting

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Rihanna was at home Sunday when shots were fired inside her house ... and now we have the harrowing audio from the incident.

Listen to the clip ... The first dispatcher appears to say there were approximately 10 shots heard, while another dispatcher names a white Tesla Model 3 with paper license plates as the vehicle the shots were allegedly fired from.

As we reported ... multiple rounds were fired into Rihanna's Los Angeles-area home yesterday. While we know the singer was inside, it's unclear if A$AP Rocky or their children -- RZARiot Rose, and Rocki -- were with her.

According to law enforcement sources, the suspect has been identified as 35-year-old Ivanna Lisette Ortiz.

Indoor Football's Jordan Jones Fatally Shot at Bar ... Tried to Break Up Fight

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Indoor football player and college standout Jordan Jones tragically lost his life over the weekend in Georgia ... after he was shot outside of a bar while trying to break up a fight. He was only 28.

The Acworth Police Department said officers were dispatched to Saddle Bar for a shooting around 2:42 AM on Saturday. When they arrived, they found a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound and rendered aid.

He later succumbed to his injuries at Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, GA.

APD's investigation revealed the victim was Jones, who was working as a security guard at the bar.

Rihanna Suspect Posted About Singer Prior to House Shooting

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Ivanna Lisette Ortiz -- the 35-year-old woman accused of shooting at Rihanna's home on Sunday -- apparently posted a bizarre message addressing the singer just weeks before the incident.

A February 23 Facebook post from Ortiz's account reads ... "@badgalriri Are you there? Cause I was waiting for your AIDS 5-head self to say something to me directly instead of sneaking around like you talking to me where I'm not at."

In another post, Ortiz allegedly shared an eerie video mentioning Cardi B.

'90 Day Fiancé' Leida Margaretha Baby Girl's Death Ruled Non-Accidental

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"90 Day Fiancé" star Leida Margaretha’s baby daughter Alisa’s death has been deemed "non-accidental," TMZ has confirmed.

Leida’s attorney, Taylor Hart, confirmed the finding from Adams County Health and Human Services Department's initial assessment ... which Starcasm reports states there’s "a preponderance of the evidence to substantiate maltreatment of physical abuse to the infant by the mother."

The Wisconsin report notes no criminal charges have been filed in connection with the baby’s death ... and the investigation remains ongoing.

Patrick Mahomes Sr. Dodges Prison In Probation Violation Case ... Released From Jail

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Pat Mahomes Sr. is staying out of prison for now -- a judge decided to keep the former major leaguer on probation.

The former MLB pitcher appeared before a Smith County judge Monday after prosecutors accused him of violating the terms of his probation tied to his 2024 felony DWI case.

Mahomes Sr. has been serving five years’ probation after pleading guilty, but authorities claimed he broke the terms of his probation by allegedly drinking alcohol -- with the probation violation report stating he had a high reading on his SCRAM alcohol ankle monitor on Jan. 1.

Timothy Busfield Denies Sexually Abusing Adult Actress

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Timothy Busfield did not lay a hand on Claudia Christian or sexually abuse the actress while they were working together on the 1991 film, "Strays" ... at least according to Busfield's rep.

Larry Stein, Busfield's spokesperson, tells TMZ ... the beleaguered actor/director denies all allegations by Christian, who gave a police interview obtained by The Mirror US in which she claimed Busfield grabbed her, threw her against a wall, and kissed her while they were rehearsing lines in his trailer.

According to the report, Christian claimed Busfield had an erection as he stuck his tongue in her mouth during the alleged encounter, which ended when she pushed him away and dashed out of the trailer.

Stein also points out Busfield has not been criminally charged with assaulting Christian.

Savannah Guthrie Spotted in NYC as Mom Search Hits Week 6

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Savannah Guthrie was putting on a brave face in the New York chill -- stepping out as the desperate search for her mom, Nancy Guthrie, stretches into the sixth week since she was last seen.

The "Today" show anchor was spotted Sunday in the Big Apple with husband Michael Feldman and their son Charles ... trying to keep things as normal as possible despite the turmoil that’s gripped her family in recent weeks.

Even in the middle of the nightmare, Savannah managed a few smiles ... doing her best to carry on after briefly returning to the "Today" studio last Thursday for an emotional visit.

Mt. Sinai 'Carefully Reviewing' Leading Doctor's Link to Jeffrey Epstein

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Dr. Eva Andersson-Dubin -- a renowned physician at Mount Sinai hospital as well as a former model -- was featured prominently in the Epstein files ... and now the hospital is turning over every leaf to get to the bottom of the nature of their relationship.

A spokesperson from the Mount Sinai Health System tells TMZ ... "Jeffrey Epstein’s actions are abhorrent, reprehensible, and stand in direct opposition to what Mount Sinai believes in and stands for as an institution and as medical professionals."

They added, "All patients who walk through our doors will always be treated with the highest level of care and respect.  We do not comment on the clinical care provided to individual patients."

Nancy Guthrie Sheriff Says No Connection to Phoenix's Canal Body Case

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Nancy Guthrie's disappearance remains unsolved and authorities say a body found in Phoenix is not currently tied to her case.

Pima County Sheriff's Office tells us they have "not been notified of any connection reference that case to the Nancy Guthrie case," addressing speculation surrounding a woman found dead along a canal in Phoenix on Friday.

Phoenix Police say officers responded to a call about an unresponsive adult female on a canal bank. When they arrived, the woman was located and pronounced dead at the scene. Her identity has not been released.

'Outlast' Winner Paul Preece Jr. Arrested, Charged With Child Rape

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Paul Preece Jr. -- the winner of the first season of Netflix's nature survival competition show "Outlast" -- is facing serious criminal charges in Tennessee, including alleged rape of a child ... TMZ has confirmed.

According to jail records, seen by TMZ, Preece was arrested in Knox County on March 6 and charged with rape of a child, aggravated sexual battery and attempted rape of a child.

The case stems from a capias warrant, though further details about the allegations have not yet been publicly released.

Rachel Zoe L.A. Home Hit by Burglars

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Rachel Zoe's glam weekend in Las Vegas took a dark turn back home ... 'cause TMZ has learned her Los Angeles house was broken into.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star's Bel Air property was burglarized early Sunday morning while she was in Sin City for the opening of Zero Bond Las Vegas.

We're told Zoe's alarm company received an activation alert and the alarm company quickly notified police. Patrol units in the neighborhood responded and spotted two male suspects leaving the property. We're told one of those suspects is in custody.

Downtown Los Angeles Man Dies By Self-Mutilation ... Cuts Off Own Penis

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A man in Los Angeles died Friday night after cutting off his own genitalia ... TMZ has confirmed.

The Los Angeles Police Department received a call about a man harming himself in Downtown Los Angeles around 3:40 AM.

After arriving on the scene, they set up a white tent to keep onlookers from seeing the man's body ... though a videographer at the scene captured pools of blood staining the sidewalk.

Britney Spears Laying Low, Hasn't Left the House Since DUI Arrest

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Britney Spears isn’t stirring up any more drama ... she’s keeping a low profile since being released from jail following her DUI arrest this week, TMZ has learned.

Sources close to Britney tell TMZ the pop star has been laying low at her L.A.-area mansion since her release -- not even stepping out of the house -- as people in her inner circle push for her to get treatment for her issues.

As we first told you, her team is already exploring options, including mental health treatment, detox and dual-diagnosis programs -- all aimed at getting her back on track.