COVINGTON, KY. (THECOUNT) — On Tuesday, local Covington, Kentucky station Fox19 reported that CNN has agreed to settle the suit brought by Covington Catholic High School student Nick Sandmann.
The amount paid to the youngster was not disclosed but Sandmann had filed a $275 million lawsuit against the news media giant.
“The amount of the settlement was not made public during a hearing at the federal courthouse in Covington, Kentucky,” reports CNSNews.
Sandmann’s suits against The Washington Post and NBC Universal regarding their coverage of the same incident are still pending.
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Geo quick facts: At the confluence of the Ohio and Licking rivers, Covington is dotted with relaxed taverns, bistros, and waterfront hotels and restaurants. The charming MainStrasse Village district features classic pubs and chic eateries along Main Street, plus Goebel Park’s quirky clock tower. Huge Devou Park is known for its Cincinnati skyline views, and the iconic 1800s John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge spans the river to Ohio – wikipedia.
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