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Cosby Trial Day 9: Jury Deadlocked in Cosby Sex Trial

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By Stacy M. Brown (NNPA Newswire Contributor)

NORRISTOWN—At 11:06 Thursday morning and after more than 30 hours of deliberation, the jury in the Bill Cosby sexual assault trial has told the judge they are deadlocked on all three charges against the iconic comedian.

The panel, made up of seven men and five women—including one African-American male and female —had previously asked a half dozen questions, before telling Judge Steven O’Neill that they could not come to a unanimous decision.

Despite the length of time already spent deliberating and a defense motion for a mistrial, O’Neill ordered the exhausted panel to continue to try and reach a verdict. He gave the panel what’s known as an “Allen Charge” or a “Spencer Charge,” in which they are urged to continue as O’Neill reminded them of their responsibility as jurors.

“Do not feel compelled to surrender your honest belief,” said O’Neill.

The comedian is charged with three counts of aggravated indecent assault stemming from a 2004 incident with former Temple University employee Andrea Constand.

Former Montgomery County District Attorney Bruce Castor previously declined to prosecute Cosby after an investigation and a case that Castor called too weak to pursue.

Cosby did pay Constand an undisclosed sum in 2006, two years after the alleged incident, and the two agreed to never to discuss their relationship.

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Passing the Torch

A new generation is stepping up to lead. Join the RNAF team as they travel from Mississippi to Texas to ignite the movement and ensure every vote counts.

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“This is the time, because we’re passing the torch to you.” From Alabama A&M to the biggest HBCU classic in Texas, a new generation is stepping up to vote.

In episode two of “Stories from the Road: March On For Freedom 2026,” travel with the RNAF team to a Black-owned 1849 Greek Revival landmark in Mississippi, the Dean of Students’ Office at Alabama A&M University, and the biggest HBCU football classic in Texas. Featuring guest appearances by Texas State Representative and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico and U.S. House candidate Freddy Haynes.

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Which Side Are You On?

Follow the Registration Nation Action Fund on a cross-country journey to defend voting rights and mobilize Black political power in our new five-part video series.

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This spring, the Supreme Court narrowed the Voting Rights Act’s protections for Black voters. Now one bus is heading out across eight states to answer back.

In the first episode of our limited series, “Stories from the Road: March On For Freedom 2026,” the Registration Nation Action Fund team launches their 2026 campaign at the National Museum of African American History and Culture alongside Congressman Jonathan Jackson and Bishop William J. Barber II. In episode one, the team travels across D.C., Virginia, and South Carolina, stopping at Furman University, Francis Marion University, and Norfolk State University.

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Black political power gets built through everyday organizing, not just on Election Day. That’s why the BlackPressUSA Morning Show is sharing this five-part series from Registration Nation Action Fund. Every day, we bring you the candidates, guests, and community stories that help you take part in our democracy. The March On for Freedom bus tour does that work on the ground, in HBCUs, churches, and neighborhoods across the South, and the people you’ll meet here show what it looks like when communities organize for themselves.

Watch, share it with someone who needs a reminder to vote.
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Protecting Black Youth: Reclaiming Safe Community Spaces #shorts

Safe recreational spaces are vital for our future. Watch as experts discuss rethinking public safety to better protect and support Black youth.

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Safe recreational spaces are essential for the next generation. Panelists discuss the urgent need to protect Black youth and rethink traditional public safety by centering the well-being of our children. #PublicSafety #YouthAdvocacy #CommunitySupport #SocialJustice

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Community Center: Saving Lives, Creating Safe Spaces & Boosting Local Economy! #shorts

Community centers do more than build spaces; they foster local economies and save lives. Discover how investing in connection creates a lasting neighborhood impact.

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More than just a building—a community center provides a safe sanctuary, fosters local economic growth through events, and serves as the heartbeat of neighborhood well-being. Investing in connection creates lasting impact. #CommunityCenter #LocalGrowth #UrbanDevelopment #SocialImpact

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From The Desk of The Editor 10/28/26

From voting advocacy to the dark history of Halloween, join us for a deep dive into this week’s most pressing topics. Tune in for the full discussion.

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0:00 – Intro
10:00 – Encouraging people to vote!
20:00 – Israeli’s voting to get rid of Netanyahu
30:00 – We need to get back to a sense of defense
40:00 – Reading Article: Things One Should Know About Halloween
50:00 – What Halloween really represents
60:00 – Outro

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From FREE Coaching to PAID Impact: My Community Mission #shorts

True leadership is about service, not a paycheck. Discover how decades of volunteer coaching proved that mission-driven impact always outweighs personal gain.

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True leadership is driven by the desire to serve, not a paycheck. After decades of volunteer coaching, the focus remains on building the next generation—proving that deep, community-driven change happens when the mission outweighs personal gain. #CommunityLeadership #Mentorship #GivingBack #SocialImpact #PurposeDriven

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