Michael Jackson’s parents move quickly to take charge of his estate, gain custody of his kidsLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s family moved quickly Monday to take control of his complicated personal and financial affairs, winning temporary custody of his three children and asking a judge to name the King of Pop’s mother as administrator of his estate. Joe Jackson, Michael Jackson’s hard-driving father, returns to the spotlight with son’s deathNEW YORK — At the BET Awards over the weekend, Michael Jackson’s father, Joe Jackson, was back in front of the cameras. Wearing a black fedora and oversized sunglasses, he spoke proudly of his son, paid tribute to “a superstar” and promoted his own new record label. Obama adviser Axelrod says president has written Michael Jackson’s familyWASHINGTON — A top White House adviser says President Barack Obama has written a private letter to Michael Jackson’s family. Judge will likely have to decide who gets to care for Michael Jackson’s childrenLOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s mother is caring for the singer’s three children and asked the court Monday to declare her their guardian. White House’s delay in recognizing Jacko’s death draws flakWASHINGTON - The White House’s delay in issuing a statement on Michael Jackson’s death, and President Barrack Obama indifference towards the musical legend’s family, has raised many eyebrows. Comedians mark death of the oft joked about Michael Jackson with both jokes and deferenceNEW YORK — For years, comedians have made Michael Jackson a punch line. In deference to the beloved pop star’s family and fans, though, many treated his death differently. For still others, it wasn’t “too soon.” Hundreds gather in front of Michael Jackson’s childhood home in Gary, Ind.GARY, Ind. — Fans formed a prayer circle on the front yard of Michael Jackson’s modest childhood home Thursday and hundreds more crowded the street after word spread that the “King of Pop” and Gary native had died. |