Bank of America agrees to pay $2.25 million in ATM fee lawsuit case

FILE — Bank of America of building. (MGN, Chris Yarzab / CC BY 2.0)

Bank of America customers may be eligible to receive money after a reported million-dollar settlement was reached over excessive fees being charged.

According to a class-action lawsuit filed in California, the bank improperly charged out-of-network balance inquiry fees to customers who used FCTI-owned ATMs located in 7-Eleven stores from May 1, 2018, to Nov. 16, 2021.

The settlement website states that a $2.25 million settlement has been reached in the case, with the court scheduled to hold a final fairness hearing on Aug. 21.

Current Bank of America customers do not need to take any action to receive compensation if the settlement receives final court approval, as payments will be automatically issued, according to the settlement website.

Former customers would need to file a claim form by July 29 to receive their share of the settlement fund.

Bank of America customers who are not sure whether they qualify, or if they would like more information, have been advised to contact 833-447-8321.

Bank of America has denied any wrongdoing in the case, agreeing to a settlement in part to avoid ongoing litigation costs.

Emmy-winning actress Jaime Pressly joins OnlyFans, reports say

FILE -- Jaime Pressly arrives at the Los Angeles premiere of "I, Tonya" in 2017. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

An Emmy-winning actress has reportedly joined OnlyFans.

According to multiple reports, Jaime Pressly is the latest Hollywood star to create an account on the adult-only platform.

“OnlyFans gives me a space to create what I want, how I want, and share it directly with the people who’ve supported me for years,” People quoted Pressly in an interview.

The actress’ page was said to have launched on Thursday afternoon.

Andy Bachman, CEO of Creators Inc., reportedly helped consult Pressly on her move to OnlyFans.

“She’s an elite entertainer, and fans are going to love what she creates here,” Variety quoted Bachman when asked about Pressly.

Just last month, fellow Hollywood actress Shannon Elizabeth also launched her own OnlyFans profile, where she allegedly pulled in more than $1.2 million in the first week.

Pressly is best known for her sitcom roles, including NBC’s “My Name Is Earl,” where she won an Emmy for outstanding actress in a comedy series, and CBS’s “Mom”, earning her a Critics’ Choice Television Award nomination.

‘Remembered as a hero’: State trooper killed in wrong-way crash minutes after shift ended

The Massachusetts State Police announced the line-of-duty death of Trooper Kevin Trainor. (Massachusetts State Police)

Danvers, Mass.

Massachusetts authorities are mourning the loss of a trooper who was killed in a wrong-way crash Wednesday morning.

According to the Massachusetts State Police, Trooper Kevin Trainor, 30, was just ending his shift around 2 a.m. when he heard the call for a wrong-way driver on Route 1.

Just about a minute later, while troopers were already responding, the wrong-way vehicle collided with Trainor’s police cruiser.

Massachusetts authorities said Trainor was rushed to the hospital, but he did not survive his injuries.

“While nothing will ever repair the pain we feel today, we make a solemn promise to never forget Trooper Trainor and his service to the Commonwealth,” the Massachusetts State Police shared in a social media post.

Trainor was said to be with the agency for three years, while previously serving as a corrections officer in Essex County.

Fellow law enforcement members remembered Trainor for his professionalism and caring for others.

“He was the guy you wanted as your backup,” a former classmate of Trainor shared.

Massachusetts State Police Colonel Geoffrey Noble added that Trainor died protecting others.

“Trooper Trainor saved lives this morning. His courage, his commitment to serve the citizens of the Commonwealth and put his life on the line, prevented an even greater tragedy,” Noble said. “He will be remembered as a hero.”

Trainor leaves behind loved ones, including a fiancée.

Massachusetts authorities have thanked the community for the outpouring of support they have received while they honor Trainor.

Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo to skip Preakness Stakes, focus on Belmont Stakes

Golden Tempo ridden by Jose L. Ortiz wins the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Laurel, Md.

Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo will not run in the Preakness Stakes.

This year’s Derby champion will skip the second jewel of the Triple Crown to get some more rest after producing such an effort, according to his trainer, Cherie DeVaux.

“After much thoughtful discussion as a team, we have decided that Golden Tempo will bypass the Preakness Stakes,” his racing team shared on Wednesday.

DeVaux’s stable acknowledged the widespread excitement surrounding a potential Triple Crown run and thanked racing fans for their support, but ultimately, said Golden Tempo’s health and future remain top priority for the team.

“Golden gave us the race of a lifetime in the Kentucky Derby, and we believe the best decision for him moving forward is to give him a little more time following such a tremendous effort,” Cherie DeVaux Racing said. “His health, happiness, and long-term future will always remain our top priority.”

According to the team, Golden Tempo is still planning to make another appearance in the Triple Crown series of races and is being pointed toward the Belmont Stakes.

“We are looking forward to the Belmont Stakes and are excited for what lies ahead with this very special horse,” DeVaux’s team said.

Golden Tempo came from last to finish first in Saturday’s 152nd running of the Derby, making DeVaux the first woman trainer to take the prestigious event.

The Preakness Stakes is scheduled to take place at Laurel Park on May 16, followed by the Belmont Stakes, which is slated for June 6 at Saratoga Race Course in New York.

Mother abandons her 3 children at hospital, blames them for their dog’s death, sheriff says

Sandra Teague, 58, of Palm Coast, was charged with three counts of child neglect. (Flagler County Sheriff's Office)

Flagler County, Fla.

A Florida woman is facing neglect charges after her children say she would regularly lock them out of the house before ultimately abandoning them at an area hospital.

According to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, Sandra Teague, 58, was arrested last week and charged with three counts of child neglect.

Deputies said the situation started on April 30 when they responded to the AdventHealth Palm Coast Hospital after a 17-year-old walked into the emergency room and told staff his mother had dropped him off because she was upset.

According to the sheriff’s office, the teen was wearing socks and no shoes and reported that his younger siblings had also been abandoned.

The children told deputies that their mother became extremely upset earlier that morning and blamed them for one of their dogs dying.

Authorities said the kids told them that she would normally lock them outside of the house when she got angry, forcing them to sleep outside every other day.

According to the children, this situation was different because one of the family’s foster dogs had died and Teague was blaming it on them.

The children stated that their mother told them that “this is the last straw” before driving them to the hospital and yelling at them to get out of the car.

Deputies said they contacted Teague at the family home and became further concerned about the kids’ care and living conditions. Authorities reported that the deputies saw and smelled garbage and animal feces throughout the house, on the floors and walls.

Teague was booked into the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility.

“Based on this investigation, she will never receive a mother of the year award,” Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly said. “No child should ever have to live in these disgusting conditions or be treated like this.”

During a search warrant at the home, sheriff’s deputies said they additionally found multiple deceased animals in kennels on the property.

“Not only does she not treat or care for her children properly, but she should never own or be a foster provider for helpless animals ever again,” Staly said.

The Florida Department of Children and Families is among those investigating the case, Flagler County authorities noted.