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At NATO summit, Biden declares ‘our unity will not falter’ on Ukraine

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

By CHRIS MEGERIAN and SEUNG MIN KIM (Associated Press)VILNIUS, Lithuania (AP) — President Joe Biden pledged Wednesday that western allies “will not waver” in defense of Ukraine, casting the struggle against Russian aggression as one of the world’s central challenges requiring a broad coalition of countries to stand in defense of freedom.“Our unity will not falter,” Biden declared. “I promise you.”He made the promise at the NATO summit in the capital of Lithuania, a country that he said knows the “transformational power of freedom” after spending decades under Moscow’s thumb. He drew parallels between Lithuania’s struggle to escape Soviet rule and Ukraine’s ongoing fight to repel Russia’s deadly invasion, highlighting the importance of rallying allies to take on the challenge.“America never recognized the Soviet occupation of the Baltic,” he said to an outpouring of cheers from a crowd of ...

New poll shows more New Yorkers worried about being crime victims

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A new poll from Siena College Research Institute (SCRI) shows that a majority of New Yorkers are concerned that they may be a victim of a crime. According to the latest report, 61% of New Yorkers are either very or somewhat concerned about being a victim. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The report also says that 51% of residents have been concerned for themselves or their family's safety when out in public. Siena College also says that 9% of New Yorkers have been physically assaulted while another nine percent have been the victim of a burglary.In terms of residents preparing to protect themselves from possible crime, the report says that 40% of New Yorkers have spent $100 or more on services that make them feel safe—12% have spent over $500, a third bought security devices, one out of every six New Yorkers took self-defense classes, and 12% bought a firearm for defense. Police urge people nation...

DEC: Take proper safety precautions on summer hikes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- As recent temperatures around the region have hovered around the 90s, the Department of Environmental Conservation is warning hikers to take proper precautions before heading outdoors. Forest Rangers in New York have already seen cases of hikers suffering from heat stroke and exhaustion. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! As per the DEC, Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke occur when your body's cooling mechanisms are overcome by heat, causing a dangerously high body temperature. To best protect yourself, the DEC recommends avoiding hikes in extremely hot weather.If hikers do decide to go out, the DEC recommends wearing sunscreen, seeking shade, and avoiding long periods in direct sunlight. Hikers should also move at a slower pace, drink plenty of water, and rest often.If you are feeling exhausted, do not push your limits. In the case of an emergency, hikers can call 911 or the DEC Dispatch at 1-833-6...

Edwardsville man charged in drunken driving fatality

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

MADISON COUNTY, Ill. - An Edwardsville, Illinois, man was arrested and charged earlier this week for causing a fatal crash on Interstate 55 while under the influence.According to the Illinois State Police, the crash occurred just after 1:40 a.m. on July 8, on southbound I-55 at milepost 15. Investigators learned a Chevy Malibu struck the rear of a Jeep Compass, which caused the Jeep to overturn. Both the driver and front seat passenger in the Jeep were ejected and killed. John Mozeliak reflects on Cardinals’ nightmare season, insists ‘changes have to happen’ State police identified the driver of the Malibu as Cole Wendler, 23, and arrested him on July 10.The Madison County State's Attorney's Office charged Wendler with two counts of aggravated driving with a blood alcohol level of .08 or more causing death and two counts of aggravated driving under the influence causing death. Wendler remains jailed on a $500,000 bond.

Beloved community goat recovering after mid-Missouri rescue

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Mo. - A goat named Monty, a beloved member of one mid-Missouri community, is recovering after deputies rescued him in ailing condition. Monty is considered an iconic local figure in Montgomery County, nearly an hour west of St. Louis. People have spotted him near railroad tracks since 2021, and he frequently draws attention from residents and passersby. 3 killed, several injured in Greyhound bus crash In recent weeks, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office received several calls from citizens concerned about Monty's health and well-being. Unlike usual, deputies spotted him along the side of a highway one night and caught him with ease. Monty experienced difficulty walking and appeared unwell, which further heightened concerns about his health. The sheriff's office says one caretaker, Tara McKenzie of Wellsville, has been helping Monty recover recently. Deputies haven't determined the next steps for Monty just yet, but say getting him back to full health is a pri...

Democratic Missouri lawmaker May enters race for US Sen. Hawley's seat

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — State Sen. Karla May is running for U.S. Senate in Missouri, the St. Louis Democrat announced Tuesday in her hometown.May is vying for the Democratic nomination against St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell and Marine veteran Lucas Kunce.The winner likely will face off against incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley in the 2024 general election.If elected, May or Bell would be among the first, if not the only, person of color elected to statewide office in Missouri. But Democrats face slim odds in the now Republican-dominated state.Voters first elected May to the state Legislature in 2010.

News organizations ask judge to hold Denver school board in contempt for failing to release recording of closed-door meeting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

A coalition of news organizations has asked a judge to hold Denver’s school board in contempt for failing to meet the court’s deadline to release its recording of a closed-door meeting that members held in March following the shooting inside East High School. Denver District Court Judge Andrew Luxen last month gave the Board of Education until noon Tuesday to release the recording or request a stay from the Colorado Court of Appeals. A stay would put the recording’s release on hold while Denver Public Schools appeals the judge’s previous ruling that found members violated state law when they met in an executive session on March 23.The Court of Appeals had not placed a hold on the Luxen’s order by noon Tuesday, meaning it remained “in full force and effect,” attorney Steve Zansberg, who is representing The Denver Post and the other news organizations, wrote in a motion seeking a contempt ruling.The school board did not release the recording as of 12:01 p.m. Tuesday, so th...

Mike Shanahan, Dan Reeves, Randy Gradishar again make Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalist list

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

A pair of former Broncos head coaches and one of the franchise’s best-ever defensive players are Pro Football Hall of Fame semifinalists again this year, though the trio has known disappointment in the past.Coaches Mike Shanahan and Dan Reeves along with defensive lineman Randy Gradishar are among 60 seniors, coaches and contributors to make the first cut toward 2024 enshrinement. So, too, are former Broncos assistant coach Alex Gibbs and former Colorado offensive lineman and NFL executive John Wooten.The HOF selection committees nominated a total of 31 senior semifinalists and 29 coach and contributor semifinalists.Shanahan, of course, won two Super Bowls during his head coaching run from 1995-2008 and is the franchise’s all-time wins leader at 138. Reeves, who died in 2022, is second at 110 and served as the Broncos’ head man from 1981-92. He also served as the head coach for the New York Giants (1993-96) and Atlanta (1997-2003) and won 190 total games as a head coach.Related Arti...

Disneyland sells out of Oogie Boogie Bash tickets on the first day

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

General ticket sales for Oogie Boogie Bash, a popular Halloween party at Disney California Adventure, sold out on the first day the tickets were available.Only some Disney fans could secure tickets to the popular event after waiting in a virtual queue for hours. Many shared their excitement about getting tickets or frustration with the virtual line on Twitter.General sale tickets for the highly popular event were initially supposed to go on sale on July 6, but technical difficulties plagued the virtual queue resulting in Disney officials pausing the sale of tickets and moving it to another day. Popular attraction at Disney California Adventure set to temporarily close for refurbishment Magic Key holders got early access to the ticket queue for Oogie Boogie Bash on June 27. The pre-sale tickets sold out that same day. Technical issues didn’t affect that queue. Last year, all ticket sales sold out in less than a week.The popular Halloween event includes rare character sightings, the...

Sheila E. to receive historic star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:12:43 GMT

California native and percussion legend Sheila E. is being honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, making history as the first female solo percussionist to receive the honor.“Sheila E. is a powerhouse in the music industry. She has had quite an iconic career and has performed with the best!” said Ana Martinez, producer of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  Sheila E.’s star is located at 6752 Hollywood Blvd. in front of the Musician’s Institute.Joining her for the induction ceremony will be singer/songwriter Jimmy Jam Harris, H.E.R. and fellow Walk of Famer and Beatles drummer Ringo Starr.Musician Sheila E. performs on stage at the seventh annual VH1 "Divas" Concert Benefiting the Save the Music Foundation at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, April 18, 2004, in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)“The Glamorous Life” singer grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area surrounded by music. Her father was a percussionist, and she counts Santana founder Coke Escov...