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😲 Provo News: COVID Relief Fraud & Intense Bombardment.

😲 Provo News: COVID Relief Fraud & Intense Bombardment.

Issue#015

March 28, 2024

Weather

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Local News

Robert Blake Molling Charged with $1.8 Million COVID Relief Fraud

Robert Blake Molling, a Utah County businessman, has been arrested and indicted by a federal grand jury for wire fraud, accused of fraudulently obtaining over $1.8 million in COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) funds. Between March 2020 and April 2022, Molling allegedly applied for EIDL funds for two companies, lying about his criminal history on his applications. He faces seven counts of wire fraud and made his initial court appearance on Tuesday.

National News

Mike Lindell's Company Faces Eviction from Minnesota Warehouse

MyPillow, owned by Mike Lindell, is facing eviction from a warehouse in Minnesota, with a court planning to order the eviction. Lindell denies financial troubles, attributing the eviction to the landlord wanting to reclaim the property. The eviction follows Lindell's setbacks, including a $5 million arbitration award against him and MyPillow's removal from major advertising platforms. Despite owing $217,000 in rent, Lindell insists MyPillow's financial situation is improving.

International News

Intense Bombardment in Southern Gaza

Despite international calls for a ceasefire, the southern Gaza Strip, particularly Rafah, faced heavy bombardment overnight. Israeli airstrikes resulted in three casualties, as reported by Gaza's Hamas-run health ministry. The ongoing violence, with concerns about rising hunger and the looming threat of an Israeli ground invasion.

Sports

BYU's NCAA Tournament Performance

BYU head coach Mark Pope reflects on the team's performance in the NCAA Tournament, aiming for continued progress and deeper runs in future seasons. Despite exceeding expectations, there's room for improvement, particularly in adapting to game situations and maximizing offensive opportunities.