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6 days ago
- General
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Police Dispute That Jonathan Joss Was Victim of Hate Crime
The post Police Dispute That Jonathan Joss Was Victim of Hate Crime appeared first on Consequence. Police in San Antonio say they have found 'no evidence' to suggest King of the Hill voice actor Jonathan Joss was the victim of a hate crime. Joss was shot and killed on Sunday following a dispute with a neighbor. In a subsequent statement posted to Facebook, Joss' husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, claimed the shooting was a hate crime. He alleged that during their time living in the neighborhood, the couple had been 'harassed regularly by individuals who made it clear they did not accept our relationship' and had even received threats that their home would be set on fire. That home was, in fact, destroyed in a fire earlier this year. This past weekend, Joss and de Gonzales returned to San Antonio to check their mail when, according to de Gonzales, a neighbor began 'started yelling violent homophobic slurs at us' before opening fire and killing Joss. However, in a statement released Tuesday, the San Antonio Police Department said it has 'found no evidence to indicate that the [sic] Mr. Joss's murder was related to his sexual orientation. SAPD investigators handle these allegations very seriously and have thoroughly reviewed all available information. should any new evidence come to light, the suspect will be charged accordingly.' Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez was arrested and charged with Joss' murder. He reportedly admitted to police that he shot Joss, but a motive has not yet been established. The two apparently had a previous run-in in 2024, according to a police report. Several neighbors told that Joss frequently got into disputes with people in the neighborhood over issues involving his dogs, trash, property, and traffic. However, another neighbor told News 4 San Antonio that Joss and de Gonzales were regularly harassed by neighbors 'because they were gay.' According to San Antonio Express-News, police had been called to Joss' San Antonio home a total of 74 times since January — including 11 responses for disturbances, nine for shootings, six for fires, six mental health-related calls, and five welfare checks. There is also some discrepancy surrounding the cause of the fire that destroyed Joss' home. In a previous interview with the San Antonio Express-News, Joss himself stated that the blaze may have started after he lit a barbecue grill inside the house. 'I told them it was my fault,' he said at the time. 'Very easily, it could have started because of my stupidity.' Joss voiced John Redcorn on King of the Hill from seasons 2 to 13, and had recorded lines for the series' upcoming revival set to air on Hulu this summer. He also notably played Chief Ken Hotate on the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation. Popular Posts King of the Hill Revival Gets Hulu Release Date, New Opening Sequence Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence Are Now In-Laws Dave Mustaine: Metallica Stole "Enter Sandman" Riff from Another Band Sabrina Carpenter Announces New Single "Manchild" Jonathan Joss, Voice of John Redcorn on King of the Hill, Shot and Killed by Neighbor T-Pain Announces 20th Anniversary US Tour Subscribe to Consequence's email digest and get the latest breaking news in music, film, and television, tour updates, access to exclusive giveaways, and more straight to your inbox.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'King of the Hill' voice actor Jonathan Joss killed in San Antonio shooting, police say
Jonathan Joss, the voice actor known for his character John Redcorn on King of the Hill, was killed in a shooting in San Antonio, Texas, on Sunday, police said. The suspect, Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, 56, was taken into custody and faces murder charges, the San Antonio Police Department said, according to the San Antonio Express-News. Officers responded to a call about a shooting around 7 p.m. on Saturday. Police found Joss, 59, who was shot, near the roadway, and police attempted life-saving measures until the EMS arrived and pronounced him dead. Ceja, who was Joss's neighbor, had initially fled the scene but was caught by police one block away, the Express-News reported. The investigation into what happened and Ceja's motive remains ongoing, according to police. Joss was best known for his role as John Redcorn in King of the Hill, which aired from 1997 until 2009. He took over for the original voice actor, Victor Aaron, in the show's third season, after Aaron died in a car accident. Joss also played the recurring role of Chief Ken Hotate in NBC's Parks and Recreation, and has appeared on-screen in Ray Donovan, True Grit and The Magnificent Seven. King of the Hill was revived for its 14th season, which will premiere on Hulu in August. Joss was not invited to partake in the revival, but he did attend the King of the Hill cast panel at 7 p.m. local time at Austin's ATX TV Festival on Friday, roughly 24 hours before he was found dead by police in San Antonio. Joss lost two dogs and his San Antonio childhood home in a fire in January. 'This is a house I grew up in. I'm more concerned about my dog that died, but you know what? The good Lord will protect us,' Joss told KSAT at the time, adding that his father built the home in 1957. Joss was of Comanche and White Mountain Apache ancestry, and his performances as Native characters on TV resonated with a lot of fans who took to social media to commend Joss's work. 'John Redcorn was pretty much the only contemporary Native representation I had in comedy growing up,' one viewer wrote on X. 'Probably the funniest Native character in cartoon history and a lot of that was on Jonathan Joss' pitch perfect rezzy uncle performance. RIP to one of the best to ever do it.'
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
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'King of the Hill' voice actor Jonathan Joss killed in San Antonio shooting, police say
Jonathan Joss, the voice actor known for his character John Redcorn on King of the Hill, was killed in a shooting in San Antonio, Texas, on Sunday, police said. The suspect, Sigfredo Alvarez Ceja, 56, was taken into custody and faces murder charges, the San Antonio Police Department said, according to the San Antonio Express-News. Officers responded to a call about a shooting around 7 p.m. on Saturday. Police found Joss, 59, who was shot, near the roadway, and police attempted life-saving measures until the EMS arrived and pronounced him dead. Ceja, who was Joss's neighbor, had initially fled the scene but was caught by police one block away, the Express-News reported. The investigation into what happened and Ceja's motive remains ongoing, according to police. Joss was best known for his role as John Redcorn in King of the Hill, which aired from 1997 until 2009. He took over for the original voice actor, Victor Aaron, in the show's third season, after Aaron died in a car accident. Joss also played the recurring role of Chief Ken Hotate in NBC's Parks and Recreation, and has appeared on-screen in Ray Donovan, True Grit and The Magnificent Seven. King of the Hill was revived for its 14th season, which will premiere on Hulu in August. Joss was not invited to partake in the revival, but he did attend the King of the Hill cast panel at 7 p.m. local time at Austin's ATX TV Festival on Friday, roughly 24 hours before he was found dead by police in San Antonio. Joss lost two dogs and his San Antonio childhood home in a fire in January. 'This is a house I grew up in. I'm more concerned about my dog that died, but you know what? The good Lord will protect us,' Joss told KSAT at the time, adding that his father built the home in 1957. Joss was of Comanche and White Mountain Apache ancestry, and his performances as Native characters on TV resonated with a lot of fans who took to social media to commend Joss's work. 'John Redcorn was pretty much the only contemporary Native representation I had in comedy growing up,' one viewer wrote on X. 'Probably the funniest Native character in cartoon history and a lot of that was on Jonathan Joss' pitch perfect rezzy uncle performance. RIP to one of the best to ever do it.'
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Automotive
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Factory worker wins nearly $100K after taking Tesla to court: 'Blue-collar guy who took on a ... Tesla attorney and won'
Paul Janikowski said he had been working at a manufacturing plant in Fremont, California, for many years before Tesla moved in, altering his life forever. According to an article by the San Antonio Express-News, Janikowski faced devastating injuries nearly six years ago after three tons of steel fell onto his legs and dragged him while he was working on the Tesla production line. The Tesla facility had been manufacturing GM and Toyota products for years before the EV company moved in, and Janikowski had only been working under Tesla for a few months before his legs were crushed. While he was cleaning the steel skids used to carry cars down the line, they became unstable, knocked him over, and pushed him down the assembly line. The incident report from Tesla said, "Paul was yelling for help the whole time," as cited by the Express-News. The incident left Janikowski with serious injuries, requiring four surgeries on his legs, though he was advised not to sue, as he would lose his job. He returned to work, only for a year later to be let go. The Express-News said Janikowski "now has a metal plate and screws in his right leg, lost muscle and tissue in his left leg, suffers chronic pain and has a permanent limp." Tesla is a leader in the electric vehicle manufacturing world, and its work has served as a cornerstone of environmental consciousness and technological advancement. As gas-powered cars contribute much more to greenhouse gas pollution, which cause air quality and health issues and lead to increasing temperatures, the developments by companies like Tesla are key in making a positive change. But situations like Janikowski's come at great alarm. Unsafe conditions, problematic behavior, and even death at Tesla factories have occurred over the years and led to legal trouble, with the Express-News reporting that "Occupational Safety and Health Administration records show Tesla has had at least 152 safety violations at its U.S. production facilities since 2018." For better or worse, problems like these are not uncommon at companies operating major factories, but such examples help to show why it's valuable to have governmental regulations and legal recourse — something Janikowski recently pursued. The operation Janikowski was part of — called Job 1911 — was dismantled soon after he and others faced injuries. One of Paul's coworkers, who discovered him with the steel atop his legs, explained, "The company suddenly canceled the operation, knowing how insane it was," according to the Express-News. What do you think of Tesla and Elon Musk? Elon is the man Love the company; hate the CEO I'm not a fan of either I don't have an opinion Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. The courts ruled in favor of Janikowski's case, and while not yet final, he hopes to get $95,000 from the ruling, on top of the $62,350 he previously received for a workers' compensation claim. The Express-News reported that Janikowski said the ruling was satisfying, particularly for a "blue-collar guy who took on a high-ranked, high-paid Tesla attorney and won." Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Daily Mail
01-05-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
Adorable cross-eyed cat called Pepper is EVICTED from Texas library where she lived after local complained
An adorable eight-month-old stray kitten was evicted from the Texas library that sheltered her after a fuming local complained. The tiny feline named Pepper was kicked out of the Pioneer Memorial Library in Fredericksburg on April 15, reported KENS 5. Pepper had been residing at the library for an undisclosed amount of time when she was discovered by furious locals who did not want her there. Community members in a private local Facebook group questioned why a publicly funded library would keep an animal that could trigger patrons' allergies, according to the San Antonio Express-News. The decision to evict the colorful and seemingly cross-eyed kitty out sparked fierce backlash from animal lovers and thousands signed a petition to get her to stay. 'Pepper, a beloved rescue cat, has brought joy and comfort to Pioneer Memorial Library goers,' one petition with over 9,000 signatures said. 'Pepper is not just a cat; she's become an essential part of our community. She provides companionship to library goers, fosters a welcoming environment, and encourages younger visitors to engage with the library.' Despite her supporters' objections, Pepper was officially evicted from the library in a closed door meeting by the Gillespie County Commissioners Court. Gillespie County Judge Daniel Jones told the local news station that library personnel should have sought 'consent' from county leaders before bringing in an animal. 'Regrettably, the presence of the cat in the County Library has now become a divisive issue, pitting members of our community against one another,' Jones said. 'This situation is also now taking away focus and resources from the other important work of conducting the business of the people of Gillespie County.' The Hill Country SPCA was able to take in Pepper and put the young domestic shorthair up for adoption. 'Once in a quiet corner of the Fredericksburg Public Library, nestled between novels and non-fiction, a small, calico shadow was once stealing hearts one purr at a time,' the shelter said. 'Pepper has become a familiar (and furry) face to local patrons, often found curled up in sunny reading nooks or gently nuzzling visitors for affection. 'Described by library staff as 'docile, affectionate, and truly stunning', she's the kind of companion who doesn't need to meow loudly to make her presence known—her charm speaks for itself.' Not long after, Pepper was adopted by Kristen Nelson, her husband, their two daughters and two cats. 'She's super special and precious,' Nelson said. 'I anticipated she would hide and be skittish but she came in ready to play and explore.' Pepper's new owners said they plan on making a social media account to document her new life. 'While I know many of us wish that Pepper would have been allowed to stay at the library, please know we will take the best care of her and are hopeful to have her remain a fixture in our community,' Nelson said.
