Television director Jason "Jace" Alexander has been arrested on child pornography

This photo released by the Westchester County, N.Y. District Attorney's office shows television director Jason 'Jace ' Alexander after his arrest on child pornography charges. (Westchester County District Attorney)

Television director Jason "Jace" Alexander has been arrested on child pornography charges for allegedly promoting a video showing a girl stripping and masturbating, the Westchester County District Attorney’s office said Wednesday.

Alexander, 51, of Dobbs Ferry, N.Y. the only son of actress Jane Alexander, is accused of promoting the video – depicting a girl about 12 or 13 years old – by making it available for viewing in late June on the Torrent network, according to a criminal complaint.

He also is accused of having a video file depicting a 6- to 8-year-old girl performing a sexual act on herself, according to Investigator Andrew Garcia of the District Attorney’s High Technology Crime Bureau.

Alexander was charged with felony counts of promoting and possessing an obscene sexual performance by a child. He posted $10,000 bail and is due in Dobbs Ferry Court on Nov. 19.

If convicted, Alexander faces up to seven years in state prison, the prosecutor's office said.

According to the Internet Movie Database, Alexander has directed 32  episodes of “Law & Order” and 19 episodes of “Rescue Me,” in addition to episodes of “The Blacklist” and “The Practice."

NOMINEES ANNOUNCED FOR TELEMUNDO’S 2015 PREMIOS TU MUNDO (YOUR WORLD AWARDS) LIVE FROM THE AMERICAN AIRLINES ARENA IN MIAMI AUGUST 20 AT 8PM/7c

Top novela stars Rafael Amaya, Aracely Arambula, Aarón Díaz, Kate del Castillo, Fabian Rios, and Blanca Soto, as well as Latino music stars Enrique Iglesias, Romeo Santos,Daddy Yankee, Banda El Recodo, Prince Royce, and Marc Anthony, are among the nominees announced for the 2015 “Premios Tu Mundo” (Your World Awards). TELEMUNDO announced the nominees via an unprecedented 360 SocialTV event in partnership with Facebook where categories and nominees were revealed in tandem with “Un Nuevo Dia”.  “Premios Tu Mundo” will broadcast live on TELEMUNDO Thursday, August 20, at 8PM/7c with star-studded musical performances, and will be preceded by the blue carpet special “La Alfombra de Premios Tu Mundo” at 7PM/6c, from the American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. Beginning today through August 13th at 12PM ET, fans can review the full list of nominees and vote online at PremiosTuMundo.com. Fans can be part of the action by following @PremiosTuMundo across Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Periscope, Meerkat, Facebook.com/PremiosTuMundo and joining the conversation using #PremiosTuMundo. Tickets for the award show are available at Ticketmaster.com.

In addition, up and coming Regional Mexican singer, Regulo Caro; successful Sinaloense musical group,Banda MS de Sergio Lizarraga; actor and singer Jencarlos Canela; Puerto Rican salsa singer Victor Manuelle; Colombian urban music sensation, J Balvin; and Jamaican singer, son of Bob Marley, Kymani Marley, among the first list of confirmed artists who will hit the stage of “Premios Tu Mundo” with their musical performances.

Through a fan voting and selection process that combines the power of television, web, mobile and social media platforms, and is managed by Telescope Inc., the market leader in audience participation and consumer engagement for live television (The Voice, American Idol, X-Factor), TELEMUNDO viewers will once again vote for their favorite actors, singers and TV moments, selecting from 30 competing categories, and making the winners a true reflection of the people’s choice.

The eclectic list of categories of the awards show that celebrates U.S. Latino pop culture, include: The Perfect Couple, Best Villain, I’m Sexy and I Know It, Fan Club of the Year, and Favorite Influencer, among others. Music categories include nominees in Regional Mexican, Pop, Tropical and Urban genres. 

PTM Tweet: Nominees announced for @PremiosTuMundo @TELEMUNDO. Vote for your favorite actors, singers and TV moments #PremiosTuMundo

Vehicle driven into canal, crews find 1 occupant and dead dog

 Rescue crews searching for any passengers that were in a vehicle driven into a canal in Southwest Ranches came across a deceased dog.

Earlier, they pulled one person out of the water in unknown condition.

The driver somehow drove the car into the water off Griffin Road and Bonaventure Boulevard, just before 6 p.m., Tuesday.

6 Years Today. After Michael Jackson's Death How Are His Kids?

It's hard to believe that six years ago today, fans around the world heard the shocking news that Michael Jackson had passed away.

While every anniversary brings a variety of emotions to fans of the "King of Pop," one can't help but acknowledge the growth the singer's three children have experienced in the spotlight.

Just last month, Prince Jackson graduated from a private California high school with honors. The milestone was a family affair that featured plenty of celebrations.

"So very proud of @Princemjjjaxon," aunt LaToya Jackson tweeted after the ceremony. "YOU DID! And you did it with Honors!!! #BuckleyClassof2015."

Cousin T. J. Jackson added, "Prince, you have grown into an incredibly special young man. Words can't express how proud I am of you." Prince is expected to begin college at Loyola Marymount University this fall.

Younger sister Paris Jackson appears to have a very special friend in her life. Earlier this spring, the 17-year-old was spotted out enjoying quality time with soccer club member Chester Castellaw and the pair recently stepped out onto a red carpet together.

Finally, Blanket continues to stay busy with a variety of activities. When not attending private school, the 13-year-old has been involved with martial arts while still hanging out with his extended family.

Grupo Treo, recognized throughout Latin America for their numerous awards

Grupo Treo, recognized throughout Latin America for their numerous awards, recognitions, and success, premiere the official lyric video of their first single, "Nadie Nos Va Parar" today on YouTube. With new band members from different flags and cultures; Monti, Nesty, and Leo are taking the world by storm as the new generation of Grupo Treo.

 

Bred and developed in Venezuela, the name Grupo Treo has always been a reflection of the country's music, people, and culture. Leo Herrera, one of the three new members of Grupo Treo recognizes the impact Treo has had on Venezuela having been born and raised in Maracaibo. "This new generation of Grupo Treo is unique because of the diversity of the group itself and the ability to take the music even further. Treo started in my Venezuela, but now belongs to the world." Stated Leo. The group's diversity, which Leo mentions, refers to the fact that the other two members are not from Venezuela; Monti hails from Caguas, Puerto Rico and Nesty from Havana, Cuba.

 

Grupo Treo- Nadie Nos Va Parar Official Lyric Video

 

 

Today, the group released the official lyric video for their new single, "Nadie Nos Va Parar", which visually introduced Monti, Nesty, and Leo to the world as Grupo Treo. Each member representing three of the most musically influential countries in Latin America, showing the power and greatness of unity within Latin music.

 

The group has been hard at work preparing for the release of their new album, due out later this year. Their first single, "Nadie Nos Va Parar" is already heating up the charts throughout the US and Latin America and they've been working alongside some of the industry's top producers and composers gearing up for what will undoubtedly be one of the group's biggest releases. 

 

16 Miami Beach officers allegedly linked to what they described as a series of racist and deplorable e-mails

The Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office and the Miami Beach Police Department have announced they are investigating 16 officers allegedly linked to what they described as a series of racist and deplorable e-mails, including one featuring a picture of a dead body in connection to a 2011 Memorial Day shooting. The State Attorney's Office held a press conference, Thursday afternoon, to address issues regarding the e-mails allegedly sent by members of the police department. Some in attendance included Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle, Miami Beach City Manager Jimmy Morales and Miami Beach Police Department Chief Daniel J. Oates. Among some of the released e-mails is a doctored poster of the film "Brokeback Mountain" with a photo of Tiger Woods superimposed over Heath Ledger's face. The film's title had been to changed to "Broke Black Golfer." In another, a Monopoly board game table now reads "Black Monopoly, with every single space requiring players to "Go Directly to Jail." In a third e-mail, Daffy Duck is seen telling Bugs Bunny, "I'm African American," to which the Looney Tunes rabbit responds "You're a [expletive n-word]." Fernandez Rundle told reporters she is taking a proactive stance on this investigation, sending out letters of notification to defense attorneys. "Every person deserves the fullest respect and fairest treatment possible from the system," said Fernandez Rundle. "We have always stood for equal treatment for everyone under the law." In addition, among the inflammatory images is an autopsy photo of 22-year-old Raymond Herisse allegedly sent by retired Miami Beach Police Maj. Angel Vazquez. On the morning of May 30, 2011, Miami Beach and Hialeah Police officers fatally shot Herisse at the intersection of 13th Street and Collins Avenue following a three-block chase that was partially captured on cellphone video. Officers ended up shooting more than 100 rounds into Herisse's blue car. According to a source, the retired law enforcer is expected to be arrested. It is against the law to e-mail any photographs of dead bodies in a criminal investigation. Miami Beach Police Police Capt. Alex Carulo was fired Thursday in connection to the e-mails. Prosecutors, however, stressed this is an ongoing investigation, and no one has been charged yet. Oates said both Carulo and Vazquez's conduct is unbecoming of a law enforcer. "The behavior, in particular, of these two leaders in the organization, and the tone that was obviously set in this organization at the top, I can't do enough to say how much we condemn it," he said. "We won't tolerate it, and we want to send a message to our citizens and to our employees that that kind of behavior is over." Police maintained that Herisse, who was in town for Urban Beach Weekend, was driving recklessly down Collins Avenue as he bumped into cars and barreled through barricades. Investigators thoroughly reviewed the case and no criminal charges were made. Miami Beach City Manager Jimmy Morales released a statement which reads in part, "It is a terrible shame and disservice to the many dedicated men and women of the Miami Beach Police Department that the deplorable actions of a few officers have led to today's disclosures. However, today we have taken action to fix what has happened in the past." Prosecutors said some of the e-mails also included pornographic images. They said more than 500 cases may be affected as a result of the investigation.

The Cuban duo Gente D' Zona

 

The Cuban duo Gente D' Zona is known for its two frontmen: founder Alexander Delgado, and Randy Malcom. Both come from the working-class Barrio de Gente, which belongs to Havana's Alamar district. From there, they've spearheaded a movement that fuses reggaetón "with every Cuban genre." Now, they've signed with SESAC Latina to represent their public performing rights in the United States and Puerto Rico.

 

"Their arrival to our organization," 

 

expressed J. J. Cheng, VP of SESAC Latina,

"is of major importance to us. With their spectacular debut of 'La Gozadera' alongside Marc Anthony, on the Premios Billboard telecast, they show their wide artistic reach. They're enjoying one of the best moments of their career and are on the verge of releasing an album that will be another huge hit around the world."

 

Welcoming Gente D' Zona to the performing-rights society, she added: "I feel very proud of working with two prominent artists from Cuba, who are great promoters of the new and influential Urban Latin movement."

Gente D' Zona is sought-after around the world for its youthful and rhythmic originality, a style they've dubbed "Cubatón." The group tours Europe twice a year and is known for a DIY ethic in which Alexander and Randy take complete responsibility for their work.

"We serve as our own musical producers and we write our own melodies and lyrics," Alexander notes.

Alexander and Randy's representation by SESAC Latina in the United States and Puerto Rico is effective immediately and applies to the highly anticipated new album that's coming soon.

With respect to the fusions that they create, Alexander and Randy note that they're influenced by styles such as "sombo, guaracha, son montuno and electronica, always maintaining our identity...we fuse reggaetón with every Cuban genre."

Turning to the group's lyrical content, the members point out that their songs opt for "a narrative," inspired by "stories from everyday life" (Alexander), and "everything that happens in life" (Randy).

Furthermore, they've achieved historical international exposure as featured artists on the record-breaking hit "Bailando" alongside Enrique Iglesias and Descemer Bueno. This song has spent an incredible 41 weeks at No. 1 on Hot Latin Songs, an all-time record in Billboard's 28-year Latin chart history. Its total run on the chart is now at 54 weeks. 
In addition to collaborating with Enrique Iglesias, Alexander and Randy have recorded with Chino & Nacho ("Tú Me Quemas," #1 on Tropical Songs, September 2014), and with Pitbull ("Piensas/Dile La Verdad," five weeks at #1 on Latin Rhythm Airplay, March 2015).

Gente D' Zona's manager, Guillermo Morejón, said that the group's selection ofSESAC Latina for its public performing rights in the United States was due to "our search for more personal treatment."

About SESAC: 

With a selective policy of affiliation that's unique in the industry, SESAC represents the best composers and publishers. In so doing, SESAC has built a repertoire of quality that covers all genres and the most popular music of today. Artists affiliated with SESAC include such icons as Bob Dylan, Neil Diamond, Kurt Cobain's Catalog, Mariah Carey, Zac Brown, Mumford & Sons, Lady Antebellum, Bryan Michael Cox, Swizz Beatz, Rico Love, RUSH, Cassandra Wilson, MGMT, Alice In Chains, PSY and many more.  SESAC Latina represents such prestigious artists as Draco Rosa, Nicky Jam, Gente D' Zona, Reik, Jencarlos Canela, Carlos Baute, Enrique Bunbury, Rayito, Rafa Arcaute, Luz Casal, Gaby Moreno, Intocable, Joey Montana, Luciano Luna, Calibre 50, Aleks Syntek, Fonseca, América Sierra, among many others. www.sesaclatina.com

As the first Latin music-focused division to be created by a performing rights society originally founded in 1930, SESAC is also recognized as a leader in technology, which allows it to process royalty payments more quickly and accurately. SESAC is the only society offering its affiliates monthly radio performance royalty payments.

 

 

About Gente D' Zona

Gente D' Zona is one of the most famous tropical urban groups from Cuba with millions of fans throughout the world. Their music has crossed borders, capturing the attention of fans throughout Europe and Latin America and breaking sales records. Gente D' Zona, consisting of Alexander Delgado and Randy Malcom, infuse reggaeton's dancehall roots with the traditional Cuban son, while performing with a live band. Their undeniable talent and energetic chemistry on stage have seduced such legends as Enrique Iglesias, Pitbull and Marc Anthony, who've collaborated with this group both live and in the studio throughout their rise to international stardom over the past 2 years. They are a featured artist on "Bailando," led by Enrique Iglesias and alongside Descemer Bueno, which is the biggest all-time hit in the history of the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart, with 41 weeks at #1.

 

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