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One Hospitalized after Pedestrian Collision on Copia Street [El Paso, Texas]

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

Pedestrian Collision on Copia Street near Rivera Avenue Leaves One InjuredEL PASO, TX (September 29, 2023) – Friday, a collision on Copia Street left a pedestrian with major injuries.The incident happened on September 15th, on Copia Street and Rivera Avenue.According to officials, a pedestrian was walking in the area when they were struck by an oncoming vehicle. Emergency crews responded to the injury crash and paramedics transported the injured pedestrian to a local hospital for treatment.At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash, the identities of the people involved, and the description of the vehicles were not yet available.Thinking, reasoning and muscle coordination are essential in operating a vehicle safely. However, alcohol and certain medications or illegal drugs impair these functions when they are in the body. Never drive while impaired as the consequences can be devastating for you and others. When buzzed or drunk, it is best to request an Uber, Lyft, o...

Woman Hurt after Train vs. Car Collision at Raymond Avenue [Pasadena, CA]

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

Metro Train Crash near California Boulevard Pushses Car onto Building, One HospitalizedPASADENA, CA (September 29, 2023) – Thursday morning, a train vs. car collision at Raymond Avenue in Pasadena sent a woman to a hospital.The crash happened around 9:20 a.m. at Raymond Avenue and California Boulevard along the Metro A Line tracks.According to the news report, a train collided with a Toyota Corolla driven by a woman in her 40s. The impact of the collision caused damage to the infrastructure of the rain crossing.Responding firefighters managed to extricate the female driver and transported her to a nearby hospital for serious injuries.The train passengers, believed to be more than 50, did not sustain injuries from the incident. However, the train conductor was sent to a hospital for further medical evaluation.The surrounding area was temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties.At this time, the police are interviewing the witnesses to identify the cause of...

Judge: Michigan school shooter eligible for life, no parole

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

By Ed White | Associated PressDETROIT — A teenager who killed four fellow students at Michigan’s Oxford High School is eligible for life in prison with no chance for parole, a judge ruled Friday, finding only a “slim” chance for rehabilitation after the 2021 attack.Judge Kwamé Rowe announced the decision over video conference, weeks after hearing from experts who clashed over Ethan Crumbley’s mental health and witnesses who described the terror of the day in sharp detail.He will be sentenced in Oakland County court on Dec. 8, a day when survivors and families can tell the judge about how the shooting affected their lives.First-degree murder carries an automatic life sentence for adults in Michigan. But the shooter was 15 at the time, which now gives the judge options: life in prison or a shorter term — somewhere from 25 years to 40 years at a minimum — and an eventual opportunity for freedom.At Friday’s hearing, the burden was on prosecutors to show tha...

Feinstein’s death forces tough Senate appointment on Gov. Newsom that could upend race for her seat

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

Gavin Newsom publicly dreaded the decision he has to make.With the death Thursday night of Dianne Feinstein, Newsom’s friend and California’s longest-serving senator, the moment has come, forcing a decision the Democratic governor has made much harder for himself by his public promises to appoint a Black woman who isn’t already running for the seat.“It’s a choice that should have been easy — who among the state’s deep Democratic bench would he like to elevate?” said Thad Kousser, a political science professor at the University of California-San Diego. “But the governor’s commitments and comments have made it more complex for him.”Asked on Meet the Press earlier this month about the possibility of having to fill the seat of California’s ailing, 90-year-old senator,  Newsom said, “I don’t want to make another appointment, and I don’t think the people of California want me to make another appointm...

Navy to start testing SEALs, other troops for steroids

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

By Lolita C. Baldor | Associated PressWASHINGTON — The Navy will begin randomly testing its special operations forces for steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs beginning in November, taking a groundbreaking step that military leaders have long resisted.Rear Adm. Keith Davids, commander of Naval Special Warfare Command, announced the new program Friday in a message to his force, calling it necessary to protect their health and military readiness. The Navy will be the first to begin random testing, but Army Special Operations Command said it will soon follow suit, although no start date has been set.The Army and Navy have the largest and most well known special operations forces, including the Navy SEALs and Army’s Delta Force, Green Berets and Ranger Regiment. They are often called on to do the military’s most sensitive and dangerous missions. The physical and mental challenges of getting through their selection and training programs and the pressures of the risk...

New York City under state of emergency as heavy rains bring flooding

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

Damaging downpours dumped more than 5 inches of rain across New York City early Friday, snarling travel on land and at the airports with the nasty weather expected to last all day. Gov. Kathy Hochul declared New York City was in a state of emergency.A flash flood warning was in place for Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, said the National Weather Service, warning of rain continuing for hours and the threat of continued flooding on highways, streets and underpasses. Major havoc was reported in city subways as 3 to 5 inches of rain was expected across the region, with the possibility of up to 8 inches before the storm disappeared, according to the NWS.“The city is bullseye with this band of rain,” said NWS meteorologist Dominic Ramunni, warning of additional flash flooding as the day goes on.NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 29: A person walks along a flooded sidewalk on Church Avenue amid a coastal storm on September 29, 2023 in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn borough...

What impact Sen. Feinstein’s death could have nationally

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

By Michelle L. Price | Associated PressNEW YORK — U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s death creates a vacancy in the Senate at a time when her Democrats hold the slightest majority in the chamber.Feinstein, a centrist Democrat who had represented California since 1992, had medical struggles in recent months that already had prompted questions about whether she’d resign and who might replace her.California Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to pick a replacement soon. An election to pick the state’s next senator serving a full six-year term is scheduled for next year.Here’s a look at what Feinstein’s death means for the Senate at a critical time on Capitol Hill:HOW DOES IT IMPACT CONTROL OF THE SENATE?Before Feinstein’s death, Democrats held a 51-49 majority. They had control of 48 seats, plus three independent members who generally vote with Democrats. Until her seat is filled, Democrats will be at least one vote short of a majority as they try to advance the...

San Mateo County Sheriff's Office responds to increase in residential burglaries

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

(KRON) – There has been an increase in residential burglaries in San Mateo County, according to a post on X from the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office. Deputies will increase the number of patrol vehicles in targeted areas, the sheriff's office said. The sheriff’s office offers vacation house checks as a courtesy for residents to provide additional security.  San Mateo Macy’s robbery results in arrest The San Mateo Sheriff's Office reminds residents to continue to be “vigilant and look out for each other.” San Mateo County residents with non-emergency concerns or questions can call the non-emergency line at (650)-363-4911.

Sen. Josh Hawley Received Campaign Donations From General Motors and Ford

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., appeared at a General Motors plant in Wentzville, Missouri, earlier this week to join members of the United Auto Workers on the picket line against the Big Three automakers. There, he called himself “pro-worker,” challenged the companies to give workers a pay raise and more time off, and said he’s with the workers “100 percent.”While he is rallying against the Big Three now, he has previously received campaign contributions from the automakers. During his first run for Senate in 2018 and through 2020, Hawley’s PAC received $8,500 from GM’s PAC, according to records filed with the Federal Election Commission. His Senate campaign received $3,500 from Ford’s PAC and another $1,000 from a GM executive during that same time period. His PAC and campaign received an additional $13,000 from PACs associated with Toyota, a Japanese company notorious for running non-union shops in the United States.Asked about the donations, a spokesperson for Hawley pointe...

Ryder Cup match capsules from the opening day at Marco Simone

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:20:38 GMT

GUIDONIA MONTECELIO, Italy (AP) — A capsule look at Friday’s matches at the Ryder Cup at Marco Simone:MORNING FOURSOMESJon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton, Europe, def. Scottie Scheffler and Sam Burns, United States, 4 and 3.One fan shouted out, “Smack his lights out, Jon.” That proved to be particularly true. Rahm holed a 30-foot birdie putt from off the green, he hit the pin with his tee shots on the par-3 seventh, and he chipped in from 70 feet to halve the 10th right when the Americans thought they could get back in it. Rahm drove the 11th green to set birdie, Sam Burns hit into the bunker on the par-5 12th as Europe made another birdie, and then it was just a matter of time. Viktor Hovland and Ludvig Aberg, Europe, def. Max Homa and Brian Harman, United States, 4 and 3.Hovland set the tone early when he chipped from the fringe, over a ridge and into the cup some 45 feet away for birdie. He nearly chipped in again on No. 3 to halve the hole. Homa and Harman lost the opening two ho...