The case has been active since and kicked up in mid-February when an indictment was returned in the case by grand jurors. That does not mean that Lincoln is guilty, just that there’s enough evidence for the case to proceed.
The jurors for the State upon above the defendant named above their oath present that on or about the unlawfully, willfully and feloniously date(s) of offense shown and in the county did KNOWINGLY DISSEMINATETO E.H., A MINOR, WHOSE AGE WAS 6 AND THUS UNDER THE AGE OF 13 YEARS, MATERIAL TO WIT: A COMIC BOOK CONTAINING IMAGES OF MEN AND WOMAN ENGAGED IN SEXUALCONDUCT, WHICH THE DEFENDANT KNEW AND REASONABLY SHOULD HAVE KNOWNTO BE OBSCENE WITHIN THE MEANING OF NCGS SEC 14-190.. THE DEFENDANT WAS 59 YEARS OLD ON THE DAY OF OFFENSE AND THUS WAS 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER AT THE TIME.
With that news, an assertion for a speedy trial has been submitted by Lincoln’s attorney, an assistant public defender. Also submitted was request for a recording of all phases of the proceeding by the Court Recorder as well as a request of discovery by the defense, and a motion to sequester witnesses.
Based on the voting registration of Brunswick County where this trial is set to take place, it is rather conservative with a 2-to-1 Republican to Democrat registration which could make this a tough fight.
We’ll of course follow the case and update as it progresses.
This March, New York’s Philippe Labaune Gallery will present a career-spanning exhibition of artwork by Eisner and Harvey Award-winning artist Klaus Janson, one of the most influential figures in American comic art and a defining force in the medium for more than five decades. Known for his iconic Batman and Daredevil art, Janson is one of the most important and influential comic artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. Featuring over 100 pieces of stunning artwork including collaborations with Janson’s fellow comic legends Frank Miller, John Romita Jr., John and Sal Buscema, Dick Giordano, Bill Sienkiewicz, Gil Kane, and Gene Colan, and more, the exhibit at the Philippe Labaune Gallery is a beautiful survey of the artist’s groundbreaking career.
We have an exclusive preview of some of the work that you’ll be able to see in the exhibition.
DC Comics Presents Dream Strange Superman 1985 penciled and inked by Klaus
DC Comics Presents Dream Strange Superman 1985 penciled and inked by Klaus
Gordon of Gotham 1998 penciled by Dick Giordano and inked by Klaus
Gordon of Gotham 1998 penciled by Dick Giordano and inked by Klaus
Gordon of Gotham 1998 penciled by Dick Giordano and inked by Klaus
JLA 18 penciled by Jose Garcia Lopez and inked by Klaus
JLA 18 2 pages penciled by Jose Garcia Lopez and inked by Klaus
Through his deep engagement with penciling, inking, coloring, and writing, Janson has developed a comprehensive understanding of visual storytelling, from conception to execution, and from the mind of the creator to the eyes of the audience. Moving fluidly among these disciplines, he observes,“Everything on a page is connected to everything else. No decisions are arbitrary. Everything is conscious and deliberate.”
Working with both traditional and digital tools, what distinguishes Janson’s practice is not only technical mastery, but an exceptional ability to collaborate with artists of widely varying stylistic approaches, including Frank Miller, John Romita Jr., John and Sal Buscema, Dick Giordano, Bill Sienkiewicz, Gil Kane, and Gene Colan, among others. Janson approaches each collaboration by carefully studying the pencils before applying ink.“I try to figure out what the intent of the penciler is, what he wants, and then I try to figure out what they actually need to get there.” This capacity to intervene without overpowering, to clarify while preserving the individuality of the original drawing, defines his approach and underscores his sensitivity as a collaborator.
In addition to his work as an inker, Janson has penciled stories written by some of the most significant voices in contemporary comics. Collaborations with writers such as Alan Moore, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka, Denny O’Neil, Matt Kindt, Jeph Loeb and Brian Michael Bendis have resulted in projects that continue to occupy shelf space in comic book shops decades after their publication. His partnership with Frank Miller on Daredevil remains one of the most consequential collaborations in comics history. Their process was rooted in sustained dialogue and marked by mutual trust and confidence.“One thing that’s missing in comics today is the ability to sit and talk face to face, learning from each other,” Janson reflects.“Frank and I would often discuss and review what we were doing on our work together.” That exchange, technical, conversational, and iterative, helped define the visual language of a generation.
Equally significant is Janson’s role as an educator. Through decades of teaching and mentorship, he has shaped generations of storytellers, emphasizing not only the technical foundations of the medium, but also the personal discipline and qualities required to sustain a life of creativity.“I didn’t realize until I stood in front of a classroom how much I didn’t know. There’s no doubt that teaching made me a better artist.”
Central to Janson’s philosophy is the belief that stories must carry emotional weight. Influenced by impressionism and expressionism, he seeks to embed feeling into every element of a page.“I try to reveal some information in a visual way that is not in the text. The stories that interest me all share a common theme: family, relationships, and the choices we all make everyday in our lives” This approach gives his work its distinctive resonance, imbuing objects, environments, and figures with meaning that suggests psychological and emotional depth beyond the written narrative.
The Klaus Janson Exhibition will be open to the public from Friday March 6th until Saturday April 11th. There will be an opening reception on March 5th from 6 PM to 9 PM. The Philippe Labaune gallery is located at 534 West 24th Street in New York.
Towards the end of February, the Supreme Court struck down tariffs enacted by the Trump administration. The vote was 6-3 and generally the justices ruled that Trump exceeded the powers given to him by Congress under a 1977 law providing the President the authority to regulate commerce during national emergencies that are due to foreign threats. What was undecided at the time was what should happen to all of the money paid already due to the tariffs.
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has told a Court of International Trade judge that it isn’t able to comply with an order to begin refunding the reciprocal tariffs. The CBP said in their response that the estimated amount related to the tariffs is “approximately $166 billion.” According to the filing over 330,000 importers have made over 53 million entries.
The Trump administration has been sued by hundreds of corporations looking to be refunded for the tariffs that have been paid under the IEEPA.
What also remains unanswered is if consumers will see any relief either in money returned or retail prices going down. Corporations passed along the increased cost of doing business to consumers who saw price increases at the store and some have been hit with tariffs directly when ordering internationally.
Because we live in the dumbest timeline, The Pokémon Company has released a statement regarding the White House using the Pokopia font generator to promote “Make America Great Again.”
The Pokémon Company of course distanced itself stating:
We are aware of recent social content that includes imagery associated with our brand. We were not involved in its creation or distribution, and no permission was granted for the use of our intellectual property. Our mission is to bring the world together, and that mission is not affiliated with any political viewpoint or agenda.
The administration has regularly used pop culture to promote their agenda, often against the wishes of the creators behind it.
DORMAMMU DESCENDS! An S.O.S. from Clea Strange summons Wanda to the Dark Dimension! The Dread DORMAMMU returns to regain his strength by consuming the life force of Clea and her little sister Donna. Now the two Sorcerers Supreme must unite to destroy Dormammu as they face the wrath of his new creation… the BLAZING HOUND!
Sorcerer Supreme #5 is out April 22 from writer Steve Orlando and art by Bernard Chang and we have the exclusive reveal of Mingyi Gan‘s variant cover!
(W) Paul Eschbach, Steve Orlando, Ken Niimura, Gustavo Duarte (A) E. J. Su, Roi Mercado, Ken Niimura, Gustavo Duarte (C) Rachelle Rosenberg (L) Joe Sabino (CA) Mike Mignola (VCA) Giuseppe Camuncoli, Peach Momoko
DINE INTO A BRAND-NEW ADVENTURE! Daily Bugle food critic Chet Chekowski and intrepid photographer Peter Parker are headed downtown for the opening of a brand-new, world-class restaurant! But when RHINO interrupts the festivities, it’s up to SPIDER-MAN and his friends to save the day — and their dinner!
ALSO: JEFF’S TABLE debuts! This issue also collects the T.E.S.T. KITCHEN infinity comic in print for the first time!
(W) Sam Humphries (A) Geraldo Borges (C) Arthur Hesli (L) Cory Petit (CA) David Mack (VCA) Elena Casagrande and Matt Milla, Jeehyung Lee, Lucas Werneck, Luciano Vecchio
THE RETURN OF JESSICA JONES!
A series of grisly murders in Hell’s Kitchen pulls JESSICA JONES into a mystery more sinister than she could’ve ever imagined. As the wife of Mayor LUKE CAGE, she’ll have to tread carefully as she forms a dangerous alliance with TYPHOID MARY to track down the killer. But as she delves deeper into Hell’s Kitchen’s dark underbelly, the evidence she finds presents more questions than answers…
Follow the mystery in an all-new RED BAND miniseries written by SAM HUMPHRIES (NEW AVENGERS, LEGENDARY STAR-LORD) and drawn by Geraldo Borges (THUNDERBOLTS), celebrating the 25th Anniversary of ALIAS!
Written by Marc Guggenheim Art by Sedat Oezgen Purchase
Chapter 2. When the identity of the murder victim raises more questions than answers, Inspectors Jindari and Dessin are sent to Imprimata’s meanest streets: A prison-city infamously known as The Dregs!
Hasbro has joined hundreds of companies suing the Federal Government to get refunds for the tariffs paid due to President Trump’s “emergency trade measures.” Those tariffs were deemed illegal by the U.S. Supreme Court towards the end of February.
Hasbro did not disclose how much it has paid in IEEPA tariffs but it is requesting refunds along with interest. There’s more than 2,000 similar cases filed in the U.S. Court of International Trade since April.
In July 2025, Hasbro’s CEO warned that prices could rise due to the tariffs. Then did so in the second half of the year though it didn’t dent sales. Revenue for the company jumped 31% to $1.45 billion beating expectations. Its profit was $201.6 million for the last three months of 2025. The increase in retail prices varied resulting in an additional 10% to 20% to the cost of items.
At the end of February, the Supreme Court struck down the tariffs in a 6-3 vote. An estimated $200 billion has been paid due to them. Tariffs are a tax that is put on goods imported into the country. It could be raw materials or finished products.
In a report it was estimated that 90% or more of the tariff’s cost was paid by US firms and consumers with the average tariff in 2025 going from 2.6% to 13%. Corporations are unlikely to eat all of that cost, so it is then passed along to consumers in the form of paying for the tariffs directly or by increased prices.
In a recent order, it was increased by a little over $5 for me, about 10% of the pre-tax price of the item which was a toy. Retailers have had to raise their prices to consumers with many making statements they would be doing so.
It’s also unknown if consumers will see any relief in prices due to this decision. It’s not common for corporations to lower prices once they have been raised, so it’s possible the increase retail prices will remain, especially in a continuing uncertain economic outlook.
Amanda Qassar, a bookseller at Warwick’s in La Jolla, California, has received the Book Industry Charitable (Binc) Foundation’s scholarship to attend the Denver Publishing Institute’s (DPI) four-week summer program to learn about the publishing arm of the book industry. The scholarship is offered in collaboration with Sourcebooks and DPI.
Worth up to $7,000, the scholarship includes tuition, room and board, and up to $2,000 to cover travel and lost wages.
