The Baltimore Circuit Court case of Michael Johnson vs. The State of Maryland began continued with a jury of twelve having been seated  in what many say will be one of the most closely watched criminal trials for the city in recent memory. Judge Nance dismissed the jurors early this morning to hear motions from

The trial of Michael Maurice Johnson began in Baltimore Circuit Court today, as jury selection and other proceedings began. Judge Alfred Nance began court by issuing a Media Restriction Order outlining the dos and don’ts for the trial.  The judge’s order mirrors standard restrictions for courtroom etiquette with some adjustments tailored  around sensitive information that

She was a pretty teen with exceptional grades at the Union Academy High School in rural North, Carolina, her smile complimented God given beauty, and her character was radiant while luring most to her affectionate personality. Her parents tells stories of her aspirations in life, her diligence in being self sufficient, and ability to simply

The story about a little girl who disappeared and made national news headlines maybe be finally coming to a culmination, as Maryland State Prosecutors have the painstaking task of proving Michael Johnson murdered the pretty honors student from Monoroe, North Carolina in Baltimore over two years ago. The Phylicia Simone Barnes case captivated our nation

Her family said she was last seen leaving for school around 8:00 a.m. on January 4, 2013, but no one was prepared for the gruesome discovery that NYPD revealed after the aspiring teen writer’s charred body was found nude, burned, and partially covered with sand in a Brooklyn, New York park over the weekend. Officials

This morning WBAL Radio in Baltimore reported that a Circuit Court judge has denied the state’s motion to exclude the public from the court room during Michael Johnson’s murder trial when a video recording is played that depicts honors teen Phylicia Barnes, her half-sibling Deena Barnes, Michael Johnson, and Michael’s younger brother engaged in sexual

Just 6 days after Maryland prosecutors filed a motion in Baltimore Circuit Court requesting the court room be closed when Deena Barnes takes the stand as a witness for the state and while a video recording is played showing late murder victim Phylicia  Barnes, her older half-sibling Deena Barnes, Deena’s ex-boyfriend (accused killer Michael Johnson),

There are countless personal accolades that will certainly land Baltimore Ravens leader Ray Lewis into the Hall of Fame for his tireless efforts, passion, and contributions to one of America’s most beloved sports. His leadership on and off the football field is unmatched even within the ranks of some of the most notable players who

2012 was an exciting and productive year for writers at The People’s Champion Blog. Our readership continues to expand across the globe with page views from every continent on the planet this year. Last year we had visitors from all over the globe except for Antarctica, but we have since connected with that part of

First and foremost I would like to thank the hundreds of readers who have come to The People’s Champion Blog in the past 48 hours to gather information related to this horrific case. News of the disturbing details related to activity which most certainly led up to the untimely demise of Janice and Raheem Mustafa’s