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Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
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Chicago man faces murder charge in deadly South Side shooting: police
The Brief Thomas Phelps, 33, has been charged with first-degree murder and drug-related felonies following a fatal shooting on May 27. Police say Phelps shot 38-year-old Cordell L. Avant multiple times from a gray SUV during an argument in the 11000 block of South Ashland Avenue. Phelps was arrested hours later and is scheduled for a detention hearing on May 30. CHICAGO - A Chicago man is behind bars on multiple charges following a deadly shooting on the city's Far South Side, authorities said. What we know Thomas Phelps, 33, faces the following charges, according to Chicago police: One felony count of first-degree murder One felony count of manufacturing and delivering cannabis (30 to 500 grams) Two felony counts of possession of a controlled substance Phelps was arrested at 3:10 p.m. May 27 in the 8200 block of South Peoria Street after being identified as a suspect in a shooting that occurred less than two hours earlier, police said. The shooting happened during an argument in the 11000 block of South Ashland Avenue. Police said the victim, 38-year-old Cordell L. Avant, was arguing with Phelps, who was inside a gray SUV, when Phelps pulled a gun and fired multiple shots from the vehicle before fleeing the scene. Avant was shot several times and taken to Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he died from his injuries. What's next Phelps is in custody and is scheduled to appear in court for a detention hearing on May 30. RELATED: Chicago shooting: Man, 38, shot, killed after argument on Far South Side, police say
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tech Industry Unites to Provide Laptops and Internet for Wildfire Survivors
Tech Leaders Helping with Tech" Initiative to Support Displaced Residents PASADENA, Calif., March 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On Sunday, March 9, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Jackie Robinson Community Center, more than 400 residents affected by the recent wildfires will receive free laptops and internet access as part of a major relief effort. Human-I-T, a nonprofit dedicated to closing the digital divide and reducing e-waste, has partnered with the City of Pasadena, Laserfiche—a global leader in document management software—and other organizations to provide critical technology to those in need. This initiative will help affected residents stay connected, access essential resources, and begin rebuilding their lives. "Our goal is to provide laptops and hotspots to our Pasadena and Altadena community members affected by the wildfires," said City of Pasadena, Chief Information Officer Phillip Leclair, "We appreciate IT leaders and organizations who have stepped in to make a difference." "The outpouring of support has been incredibly heartwarming," said Laserfiche Chief Information Officer Thomas Phelps. "Phillip and I are incredibly grateful to tech leaders from East West Bank, Cathay Bank, The Beachbody Company, Metrolink, USC Marshall and many others who donated devices." Additionally, companies like Lenovo, and Robert Half have stepped up to contribute, along with organizations such as Delete the Divide, the Los Angeles Digital Equity Action League (LA DEAL), EveryoneON, Ketchum YMCA LA, World Central Kitchen, CORE, and NAACP Pasadena. T-Mobile is providing hotspots to eligible households through the Project 10Million. With Human-I-T's distribution and organizational support, Leclair and Phelps are leading the Tech Leaders Helping with Tech initiative, rallying major players in the tech community to donate devices. Together, they have recruited nonprofit IT leadership organizations, including Innovate@UCLA, SIM Foundation, SCSIM, and ISACA Los Angeles. "At Lenovo, we are deeply committed to supporting communities in times of crisis," said Lenovo Vice President of the U.S. Public Sector Leslie Harlien,. "Our laptop donation to the people of the Los Angeles region will help families and residents stay connected. Technology plays a critical role in recovery as more services, schooling, and our daily lives move online. Lenovo stands with the people of L.A. as they navigate this challenging time." The need is still urgent. Many evacuees fled their homes with little more than their phones, making it difficult to complete online forms for assistance, find long-term housing, and access programs offering food and other necessities. "We've seen time and again how access to technology can be a lifeline in times of crisis and essential for residents to begin rebuilding their lives," said CEO of Human-I-T, Gabe Middleton. "This generous support ensures we can provide not just devices, but hope and opportunity to those affected by this disaster. We are deeply grateful for all the partnerships within the tech community that are making digital access a cornerstone of disaster recovery." Organizations with unused or refurbished devices to donate for the wildfire initiative can visit Los Angeles County residents affected by the wildfires can sign up for free devices (subject to availability) at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Human-I-T Sign in to access your portfolio
