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Russell Brand convicted of rape and sexual assault
Maya Thompson
Maya Thompson
Bureau Chief · Akron, OH
Maya graduated from Kent State University with a degree in Journalism and has spent the last 15 years covering local news in Northeast Ohio. Formerly the editor at the Akron Beacon Journal, she has a knack for unearthing compelling community stories that resonate deeply with readers.
More from Maya →Bureau Chief · Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 2:29 PM · 1 min read
Russell Brand was convicted Thursday of rape and sexual assault charges on allegations dating back more than 20 years.
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