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AUSTIN, Texas — A person is dead after they were hit by a vehicle early Monday morning in northwest Austin.
Austin-Travis County EMS (ATCEMS) said a call came in at around midnight of a reported crash between a vehicle and a pedestrian on Chevy Chase Drive, near Interstate 35 and Anderson Lane. At 1 a.m., ATCEMS said medics were on the scene and CPR was in progress.
At 1:11 a.m., ATCEMS said an adult patient had been declared dead at the scene.
ATCEMS said drivers should expect closures in the area as law enforcement officials investigate the scene.
No additional information is available at this time.
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The latest North Dakota coronavirus news: nurse experiences, food aid and more.
Sanford study
Six Sanford Health employees have published a study titled, “The lived experience of frontline nurses: COVID-19 in rural America.”
It highlights the experiences of several nurses working in three of Sanford’s medical centers in the Upper Midwest during the height of the coronavirus pandemic.
The study was published in the Wiley Online Library, which features online scientific journals and additional scientific research resources.
“We interviewed 19 nurses -- 14 female and five male nurses with an average age of 28.6 and 4.7 years of nursing experience,” said Registered Nurse Karen Robinson, a research consultant with Sanford. “The study helped us understand exactly what nurses working in COVID units and intensive care units in rural America experienced as they were caring for critically ill COVID-19 patients.”
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For more information, go to https://bit.ly/39Flujs.
Mobile food pantry
Trucks carrying fresh vegetables, bakery items and boxed goods will make stops in northwestern and south-central North Dakota this week.
Food through the Great Plains Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry is available at no cost to those in need. Scheduled stops are (all times are local):
Wednesday
- Grenora, 1 Main St., 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Williston, high school parking lot (south side), 4200 32nd St. W, 4:30-6 p.m.
Thursday
- Trenton, Trenton Indian Services, 331 Fourth Ave. E., 10 a.m. until gone
- Linton, St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 619 N. Broadway, 1-2 p.m.
For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3lkvv80.
Testing and vaccines
A comprehensive list of free public COVID-19 testing offered in North Dakota can be found at health.nd.gov/covidtesting. That site also lists where free at-home test kits are being offered.
People can go to https://www.ndvax.org or call 866-207-2880 to see where COVID-19 vaccine is available near them.
County-level COVID-19 risks determined by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention can be found at https://bit.ly/3Clifrq.
Guidance and resources for businesses are at https://bit.ly/3w0DpKj.
General information is at https://www.health.nd.gov/diseases-conditions/coronavirus. | https://bismarcktribune.com/news/local/health/north-dakota-coronavirus-news-june-20-study-examines-nurses-pandemic-experiences/article_5052449e-ee52-11ec-a245-87394fcd0276.html | 2022-06-20T11:54:03 | 1 | https://bismarcktribune.com/news/local/health/north-dakota-coronavirus-news-june-20-study-examines-nurses-pandemic-experiences/article_5052449e-ee52-11ec-a245-87394fcd0276.html |
Cumberland County Board of Education closes Lillian Black and Ireland Drive schools
The Cumberland County Board of Education voted this month to close two schools, including one that is more than 80 years old.
In separate votes, the board voted unanimously at its June 14 meeting to close Lillian Black Elementary School and Ireland Drive Middle School. There was no discussion.
The board held public hearings last month on plans to close the schools. There were no speakers for or against the moves.
At a meeting in March, the board voted to move students from Lillian Black to W.T. Brown Elementary School. Lillian Black is on South Third Street in Spring Lake. W.T. Brown is less than a mile away on Andrews Church Road.
At the March meeting, the board also decided to move 78 students from Manchester Elementary School to W.T. Brown. The area where those students live would have been surrounded by the W.T. Brown district if they had not been reassigned.
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The Lillian Black school building was constructed in five increments, starting in 1938 and ending in 1960, according to school officials. The school’s facility deficiencies include equipment, interior finishes, electrical, HVAC, building exterior and roofing, they say.
The board decided to close Ireland Drive Middle School because it is being combined with Douglas Byrd Middle School. The schools are next to each other near Douglas Byrd High School.
The votes mean that three Cumberland County schools will be permanently closed. The board voted unanimously in March to close T.C. Berrien Elementary School.
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The T.C. Berrien building on North Street in Fayetteville has been closed to students since November 2019 when air quality and foundation issues were discovered. The school’s students have been attending classes in the W.T. Brown school building.
Students from T.C. Berrien were reassigned to either Lucille Souders or Ferguson-Easley elementary schools.
Local news editor Steve DeVane can be reached at sdevane@fayobserver.com. | https://www.fayobserver.com/story/news/local/2022/06/20/cumberland-county-board-closes-lillian-black-and-ireland-drive-schools/7628694001/ | 2022-06-20T11:55:30 | 0 | https://www.fayobserver.com/story/news/local/2022/06/20/cumberland-county-board-closes-lillian-black-and-ireland-drive-schools/7628694001/ |
WASHINGTON — A teenager is dead and three others are injured following a shooting at an unpermitted event near the 14th and U Street NW corridor Sunday, according to police.
DC Police Chief Robert Contee said a 15-year-old boy, two adults and an MPD officer were shot at a free music event known as Moechella just before 9:30 p.m. Several hundred people had gathered at the event.
Earlier in the evening, Contee said a large fight happened at the event around 6:30 p.m. MPD shut down the event as “unsafe.” DC Fire & EMS showed up to assist several people injured when they were trampled by people leaving the scene.
That's when another scuffle broke out, and four people -- including an officer -- were shot.
"We have a child who was killed today and there was not proper planning for the event," Mayor Muriel Bowser said. "With police managing a crowd someone used a gun and a child is dead – we need some accountability here."
Contee said none of the officers on scene fired their weapons, and at least one gun was recovered at the scene, off one of the victims. Three of the shooting victims are recovering at the hospital.
"All of this occurred over a span of about two hours," DC Police Chief Robert Contee said. "It was an unpermitted event by the Moechella group."
No arrests have been made yet.
News of the shooting comes just hours after police said a 16-year-old girl was shot and killed in the 4400 block of 3rd Street, SE.
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NSB commissioners get update on Greenlawn Manor project; discuss phase 2 process
NEW SMYRNA BEACH — In February, the New Smyrna Beach Housing Authority broke ground on Greenlawn Manor, the $23 million senior affordable housing project. Now the city is preparing to take the next steps.
The Greenlawn Manor project will be the first senior affordable housing project in the city in 70 years. Other such housing projects have since become mixed-use properties.
The first phase of the project consists of a three-story building with 80 individual units – 65 one-bedroom units and 15 two-bedroom units – along with other amenities, such as offices and community rooms. It is expected to be completed in approximately 14 months.
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At Tuesday's Community Redevelopment Agency meeting, the New Smyrna Beach Housing Authority and Fortis Development (the firm partnering with the housing authority on the project) gave a presentation about the project's progress and opened discussion regarding phase II.
“We’re really on track with phase I,” said Joe Chambers, a representative of Fortis Development.
“The two wings blocks are up, covering the whole first floor — we’re waiting on the middle wing to get poured,” Chambers added. “We’ve got hollow core block, hollow core plank coming in for the floor in the next month or so. Things are really progressing very well.”
With phase I now underway, phase II of the project, which will be called the Greenlawn Villas, is still a few years from completion.
“It was never just about that first phase,” Chambers said. “It’s about trying to redevelop the entire site overall and get to a modern situation with housing. First phase was elderly, and then we’ll go on to the family phase.”
The second phase will consist of an 80-unit building of workforce housing, with 16 one-bedrooms, 48 two-bedrooms and 16 three-bedrooms. It will be located right next door to the Greenlawn Manor building (600 Greenlawn St.) at 500 Brooks St.
“We say ‘workforce,’ which is the new popular term instead of ‘affordable' housing, but truly, when we do these developments, it’s (for) the cashiers, hotel workers, janitors, mechanics — it’s really everyone,” Chambers said.
Phase II approval process
But the initial steps to get phase II off the ground, which Chambers said were also crucial for the first phase, are now just beginning.
The Greenlawn Manor project was made possible due to two low-income housing tax credit applications from the New Smyrna Beach Housing Authority to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. The state rejected the first application in 2018 but approved the second one in 2019.
As the housing authority and Fortis Development now prepare the phase II design and application, Chambers reminded commissioners that the application process is “very competitive” with the state.
“The state likes to see local governments participate,” Chambers said of the city’s financial contribution. “They want to see you help prioritize your own developments.”
The city pledged in 2018, in its first application attempt, to provide $425,000 for the first phase of the project. A similar pledge amount will be necessary for the phase II application.
“This is the state’s way of saying ‘OK, local government, you help prioritize the developments you want,’” Chambers added. “Again, to be a small piece but a meaningful piece to the development.”
He also said that another important part of the process is reapplying for the tax credit if the development is rejected by the state. For phase I, “it took us two years of applying to the state. We got it the second year because we applied the year before,” Chambers said.
“Your chances are better, because they recognize you are coming back more, you are building the backstory,” he added.
City Commissioner Michael Kolody, who represents the project's neighborhood, said he has been following the project’s progress and is “very pleased with the way it’s going.”
“We’re blending into the neighborhood,” he said.
Commissioner Randy Hartman said he thinks phase II is going to be a “good continuation of (the Greenlawn Manor) project.”
“It’s suited for that area,” Hartman said. “They have done a great job in how they have designed the buildings. It’s certainly something that’s needed not only in our community but in Volusia County.
“And who knows? Maybe we’ll get picked first year,” he added. | https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/volusia/2022/06/20/new-smyrna-beach-senior-affordable-housing-project-prepares-phase-2-greenlawn-manor/7635057001/ | 2022-06-20T12:13:51 | 0 | https://www.news-journalonline.com/story/news/local/volusia/2022/06/20/new-smyrna-beach-senior-affordable-housing-project-prepares-phase-2-greenlawn-manor/7635057001/ |
Where can you marvel at fireworks displays in Delaware this Fourth of July? Here's a list
From live music to boat parades to corn hole competitions, Delaware knows how to celebrate the Fourth of July.
If you're planning your patriotic festivities, here is a roundup of where you can find fireworks throughout the First State from Wilmington to Rehoboth Beach to Laurel.
Many of these towns are bringing back familiar traditions after COVID-19 toned down some of the typical events. While this list is not entirely comprehensive, it should get you started.
So, grab a picnic blanket and your friends and check out one of these impressive displays in our little state.
Wilmington
The July 4th Celebration at Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park is set for Monday, July 4, from 2 to 10 p.m.
Free family activities start in the afternoon ranging from pony rides to games to face painting and more. The fireworks show by Pyrotecnico will start at 9:15 p.m. with a rain date of Tuesday, July 5.
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People are encouraged to park at any of the lots around the Orange Street and Market Street areas. Free parking is available at the Shipyard Shops, Frawley Stadium and at the Chase Center on the Riverfront.
For updates, visit cityfestwilm.com/event/july-4th-celebration.
Hockessin
The community’s tradition of a Fourth of July parade will return this year, starting at 3 p.m. on Old Lancaster Pike. Expect road closures on Old Lancaster Pike from Kenwick Road to Valley Road from about 1:45 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
The fireworks display begins at dusk and can be seen from all over Hockessin.
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People mainly gather at Swift Park, Piedmont Baseball Fields, Hockessin Library and Artesian Soccer Fields. The organizers recommend people grab food or drinks from local businesses before snagging their favorite fireworks-viewing spots.
There is no rain date for Hockessin’s fireworks.
For more, visit https://hockessin4th.org/fireworks/.
Middletown
Fireworks will launch when the sky gets dark, probably between 8:30 and 9:30 p.m., on Monday, July 4.
Silver Lake Park will open for viewing at 6 p.m. with food for sale from a variety of local nonprofits.
For more, visit middletown.delaware.gov.
Smyrna-Clayton
Fireworks will launch at the Little League fields across from Smyrna High School and Middle School at dusk on Sunday, July 3.
The Smyrna-Clayton celebration will again feature live music and food trucks for people to enjoy during the festivities on Sunday.
Then, on Monday, people can line up in Clayton to enjoy the annual parade starting at 9:30 a.m.
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And of course, you can’t miss the tradition of the July 4th baby contest. Starting at noon on Monday, the contest – where kids ages 0 to 3 compete for adorableness – will be at Ewell's St. Paul Church, 401 West Street, Clayton.
For more, visit the event’s Facebook page.
Dover
The community is invited to enjoy the fireworks at Legislative Mall on Monday, July 4.
Get the party started with Dover’s old-fashioned patriotic parade at 6 p.m. Floats, classic cars and marchers will make their way down State Street, starting at Hazel Street and ending at The Green. The parade is organized by the American Legion Walter L. Fox Post No. 2.
Then, make your way to Legislative Mall where Spinjocs Entertainment will be playing favorite hits starting at 6:30 p.m.
Because weather can affect the fireworks display, the organizers recommend people arrive around 8 p.m. for the opening ceremony and then the skies should light up around 9:15 p.m.
For more, visit http://dover4thofjuly.com/index.html.
Lewes
A full day of festive fun will begin in Lewes on Second Street with old-fashioned kids’ games from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday, July 4.
Then, people typically line the railings along the canal – perhaps after grabbing a drink at the Wheelhouse or Irish Eyes – to watch the Independence Day Boat Parade from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
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The evening kicks off with the annual makeshift Doo-Dah Parade, which leaves from Manila Avenue down Kings Highway. It usually takes off around 5 p.m., but it is also often at the whims of the organizers.
Of course, fireworks will launch from a barge in the bay off Savannah Beach around 8:30 p.m. The fireworks can be seen throughout town, especially at higher elevations. The bridges at Savannah Road and Freeman Highway will be closed, so it may be wise to park downtown and walk toward the fireworks if possible.
For a lot more information about the fireworks and festivities, visit https://gofourthlewes.org/
Rehoboth Beach
The Nation's Summer Capital will illuminate the sky on Sunday, July 3.
Festivities begin at 8 p.m. with a live performance at the Bandstand.
Zambelli Fireworks will put on the display at about 9:30 p.m. however the fireworks could launch as early as 8 p.m. or later than 9:30, depending on weather. Fireworks are launched from south of Rehoboth Avenue and are visible up and down the beach and boardwalk.
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For more, visit https://www.cityofrehoboth.com/events/fourth-july-fireworks-display.
Dewey Beach
Highway One typically hosts a fireworks display on the Fourth of July.
The fireworks launch from a barge in Rehoboth Bay in front of the group’s businesses northbeach and Ivy.
Bethany Beach
Fireworks will launch in downtown Bethany Beach at dusk on Monday, July 4. But before that, visitors can experience the small resort town’s parade, which goes down Garfield Parkway toward the ocean starting at noon.
The band Boat House Row will be bringing the jams at 7:30 p.m.
For more, visit https://www.townofbethanybeach.com/273/Fourth-of-July.
Laurel
The town will be holding its Fourth of July celebration on Monday, beginning at 3 p.m. at Janosik Park.
Entertainment includes food vendors, non-food vendors, a petting zoo, two live bands, a car show at Janosik Park, a parade and a firework display.
The parade begins at 7 p.m. on Evergreen Drive, and fireworks will launch at dusk. People should bring chairs and blankets to comfortably enjoy the fireworks.
View the event information at https://www.townoflaurel.net.
Did we miss a Fourth of July event near you? If so, email elytle@delmarvanow.com.
Emily Lytle covers Sussex County from the inland towns to the beaches. Got a story she should tell? Contact her at elytle@delmarvanow.com or 302-332-0370. Follow her on Twitter at @emily3lytle. | https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/local/2022/06/20/delaware-fourth-july-fireworks-watch-rehoboth-beach-dewey-wilmington/7455328001/ | 2022-06-20T12:26:18 | 0 | https://www.delawareonline.com/story/news/local/2022/06/20/delaware-fourth-july-fireworks-watch-rehoboth-beach-dewey-wilmington/7455328001/ |
June is Dairy Month. Since we’re living in the Dairy State, it’s your patriotic duty to consume as many dairy products as possible. Sure, you could pour skim milk over your breakfast cereal and enjoy some plain Greek yogurt with fruit after lunch. But we prefer to celebrate Dairy Month in the most delicious way — and that means eating ice cream! And we’re pretty sure whipped cream is also a dairy product, so go ahead and build that sundae.
The historic Washington Park Velodrome hosts bike racing tonight. Registration for Stock Bike Racing (open to everyone, from age 3 to adults) starts at 6 p.m., with races starting at 6:30 p.m. To race, bring your bike and a helmet. For more details, go to www.kenoshavelodrome.com.
The Kenosha Public Library is hosting Chess Night in Lincoln Park, 6900 18th Ave. The Kenosha Chess Association hosts games from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays outside the park’s Oribiletti Center. All ages and abilities are welcome. Also: The library’s Book Truck will be parked nearby. You can sign up for a library card, check out and return items, and sign up for the Summer Reading Program.
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Prost! The Biergarten in Petrifying Springs County Park is now open seven days, serving up cold beverages and warm pretzels. For more details, check the Biergarten’s Facebook page.
Monday night music: Who says Monday night has to be a downer? Not the folks at Union Park Tavern. Start the work week with DJ, Ted Runnels and Trombone Dave. They perform their “not your normal DJ schtick” show — with a mix of blues, jazz, soul, and soul jazz — from 5 to 8 p.m. every Monday evening at the venue, 4520 Eighth Ave. in Kenosha. It almost makes Monday a day to look forward to … almost. | https://www.kenoshanews.com/news/local/todays-events-for-monday-june-20/article_747726d4-eea5-11ec-adf1-07f92691bb17.html | 2022-06-20T12:35:29 | 0 | https://www.kenoshanews.com/news/local/todays-events-for-monday-june-20/article_747726d4-eea5-11ec-adf1-07f92691bb17.html |
HIGHLANDS COUNTY, Fla. — A Lakeland teen and northern Florida woman died following a two-car crash Sunday night in Highlands County, according to a Florida Highway Patrol crash report.
It happened around 10:35 p.m. on State Road 70 west of County Road 721. Two cars were driving west on State Road 70 when one car slowed down and tried to make a U-turn, blocking the eastbound and westbound lanes.
The other car, which was behind the first car, collided with the rear left side of the car.
Following the collision, the first car rotated and came to a rest along the south shoulder of State Road 70. A 15-year-old Lakeland girl, who was a passenger, was ejected from the car and died at the scene, troopers said.
The second car collided with the guardrail and then also came to a rest along the south shoulder. The driver, a 53-year-old Fort White woman, was rushed to the hospital and later died, troopers said.
FHP says the crash is still under investigation. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/highlandscounty/state-road-70-deadly-crash-highlands-county/67-422f67e4-3329-4611-ae13-80b94a4c5ef9 | 2022-06-20T12:37:21 | 0 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/highlandscounty/state-road-70-deadly-crash-highlands-county/67-422f67e4-3329-4611-ae13-80b94a4c5ef9 |
The Lehigh County Democratic Committee certified the top candidates for precinct committee positions in the May 17 primary regardless of their gender after criticism of decades-old rules intended to help women that initially disqualified some local candidates.
Approximately 15 candidates had their races affected by the gender parity rules, party committee Chair Lori McFarland said.
Precinct committee members represent their district in the county party, according to the committee. They vote for the county party’s leadership and representatives to the State Democratic Committee, and decide the county party’s rules and procedures.
The Democratic National Committee implemented gender-balancing rules in 1978 to ensure that women could participate more fairly in the party, according to the LCDC’s Executive Committee. Per the rules, each precinct in the county should be represented by two members of different genders.
However, Ashleigh Strange, who ran for precinct committee person in Allentown 16-2, said being nonbinary risked their certification. Strange said future elections should have changes by the LCDC if people are to avoid being disenfranchised.
“It’s pretty key to our democracy to have free and fair elections, and make sure that those elections are easy for folks to understand,” Strange said. “I know that long after I’m in the ground, somebody else is going to have this issue too unless we take big concrete steps to make sure that they’re taken care of.”
McFarland said the committee dismissed the rules because the ballot instructed voters to select candidates “regardless of gender,” and not everyone realized that the committee planned to implement gender balancing, she said.
She said the gender-balancing rules would resume in future party elections, but the committee would approve future ballots so people don’t feel misled.
In future elections, nonbinary candidates will be treated as a third identity from male and female and won’t be discriminated against, McFarland said.
First Call
“It bears noting that these rules were instituted at a time in which our understanding of gender fluidity was not as advanced as it is now, so the rules addressed balance in terms of male and female genders only,” the executive committee’s news release said.
To avoid confusion and frustration after the primary, the executive committee said, it adjusted the precinct committeeperson certification process at its reorganization meeting this month.
It decided:
- To certify anyone, regardless of gender, who circulated a petition and qualified to have their name appear on the primary ballot, and was one of the top two vote-getters in their precinct.
- Individuals who received write-in votes for precinct committee person in the primary and who subsequently were told of their election by the county party as a result of gender-balancing will remain seated, regardless of the certification of other candidates named on the ballot. This may result in a small number of precincts being represented by three official precinct committeepersons.
The executive committee added that nonbinary candidates would be able to run for officer positions such as chair without violating gender diversity requirements. The county party’s bylaws note that the chair and first vice chair, as well as first vice chair and second vice chair, must be different genders. | https://www.mcall.com/news/local/mc-nws-gender-parity-rule-20220620-vnsxbqe7inhznhu74rq7nqctbm-story.html | 2022-06-20T12:54:01 | 1 | https://www.mcall.com/news/local/mc-nws-gender-parity-rule-20220620-vnsxbqe7inhznhu74rq7nqctbm-story.html |
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – One person was taken to a hospital and several pets were killed Sunday in a house fire in Seminole County, fire officials said.
The fire broke out on Camellia Avenue in Altamonte Springs.
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Officials with the Seminole County Fire Department said at least four cats and a dog died in the fire. A fifth cat was treated for smoke inhalation.
Firefighters said one person who was inside the home at the time of the fire was taken to a hospital for smoke inhalation.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/1-injured-several-pets-killed-in-altamonte-springs-house-fire/ | 2022-06-20T13:06:21 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/1-injured-several-pets-killed-in-altamonte-springs-house-fire/ |
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – A 68-year-old woman visiting New Smyrna Beach drowned Saturday evening after she got caught in a rip current, according to Volusia County Beach Safety Ocean Rescue.
The woman was visiting from Cocoa Beach and swimming in an unguarded area of the beach just before 8 p.m., officials said.
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Beach officials said an off-duty sergeant was leaving for the day when he saw several people, including the woman, struggling in the water. The 68-year-old was brought to shore, where the off-duty sergeant performed CPR. The woman was taken to a hospital, where she later died.
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Officials said 328 people were rescued over the weekend off Volusia County. There were 212 rescues on Saturday and 116 rescues on Sunday.
Rip currents are shallow, localized currents that quickly flow away from the shoreline toward the ocean. They claim about 100 lives annually in the United States. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/68-year-old-woman-drowns-off-new-smyrna-beach-after-getting-caught-in-rip-current/ | 2022-06-20T13:06:22 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/68-year-old-woman-drowns-off-new-smyrna-beach-after-getting-caught-in-rip-current/ |
PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. – After months of anticipation, Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship has arrived in Port Canaveral.
The Disney Wish was welcomed at the port early Monday, with Disney characters and a pyrotechnic display.
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When the Disney Wish sets sail this summer, it will be the newest Disney Cruise Line ship and will be filled with innovative new experiences steeped in Disney storytelling, including the first-ever Disney attraction at sea, immersive dining experiences themed to “Frozen” and Marvel, and a high-end lounge set in the Star Wars galaxy.
For children and young teens, the Disney Wish has a number of activities planned, including a completely reimagined Disney’s Oceaneer Club that will have a secret entrance directly from the Grand Hall. The ship will also have the Marvel Superhero Academy where young recruits will train alongside some of their favorite superheroes.
“The Wish has the ‘AquaMouse,’ which is the first ever Disney attraction at sea. It will fully immerse you with lots of fun in the middle of a mickey mouse cartoon,” said Walt Disney World Ambassador Ali Manion.
Hundreds of Disney World Cast Members gathered at Port Canaveral early Monday to welcome the new ship to port.
“It is truly an emotional moment. Something special, not only for Walt Disney Cruise Line but for the thousands that help make this all possible,” said Walt Disney Ambassador Raevon Redding.
The Disney Wish is the first of three new Disney Cruise Line ships to be built at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany through 2025. All three ships will be powered by liquefied natural gas and, at approximately 144,000 gross tons, will be slightly larger than the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy.
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“This is a historic moment. Our very first ship The Disney Magic pulled into Port Canaveral in 1998, so here we are 25 years later and the Wish is here today. All of the hours and the thousands of people who dreamed about this ship, designed and built it... It means a lot,” said Disney Cruise Lines Vice President of Communications Yolonda Cade.
The maiden voyage is scheduled July 14 and will include a water salute.
After completing its maiden voyage, the Disney Wish will sail three- and four-night itineraries from Port Canaveral to Nassau in the Bahamas and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/disney-wish-cruise-ship-arrives-at-port-canaveral/ | 2022-06-20T13:06:37 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/disney-wish-cruise-ship-arrives-at-port-canaveral/ |
OVIEDO, Fla. – Residents in the city of Oviedo will soon learn how much they will have to pay for fire services.
The city council is set to take a final vote on the fire services fee after approving a special fire assessment district earlier this year.
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Under the proposal, the average homeowner would be charged around $212 for the first year, with a 10% increase each year thereafter for four years.
Leaders say the fee will eventually raise about $7 million a year to help cover the costs of fire services in the city.
Monday’s meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/oviedo-city-council-to-hold-final-vote-on-fire-services-fee-heres-how-much-it-could-cost/ | 2022-06-20T13:06:44 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/oviedo-city-council-to-hold-final-vote-on-fire-services-fee-heres-how-much-it-could-cost/ |
PORTAGE — A 33-year-old Gary man was arrested while on the job after a co-worker picked up on the smell of marijuana and a surveillance video revealed the accused holding what turned out to be nearly an ounce of the illegal drug, Portage police said.
Police said they were called out shortly before noon Thursday to a business on Amperiplex Drive where a manager told them he followed the smell of marijuana to a computer desk. The man found four plastic bags containing marijuana and open bag of Doritos chips.
A surveillance video showed the accused, William Willis, reaching under the desk and then holding the bags in question, police said. A woman then appears from underneath the table and talks to Willis before walking away.
Willis denied knowing anything about the marijuana and referred police to another employee.
Willis was taken into custody and faces a misdemeanor count of possessing marijuana, according to police.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Porter County Jail
Antoine Whiting
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 49
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number: 2202362
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Terry Markwell
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 30
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202361
Charges: Possession hypodermic syringe or needle, felony
Gloria Maxon
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 50
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number: 2202368
Charges: Theft, felony
Trent Nicholas
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 21
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202371
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Ryan Malarik
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202357
Charges: OWI, felony
Gary Bolcerek
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 48
Residence: Porter, IN
Booking Number: 2202375
Charges: Burglary, felony
Stefan Colville
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 34
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202358
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jacob Henn
Arrest date: June 10, 2022
Age: 32
Residence: LaPorte, IN
Booking Number: 2202359
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Haley Greco
Arrest date: June 9, 2022
Age: 30
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number: 2202350
Charges: Possession of cocaine or a narcotic drug, felony
Junice Busch
Arrest date: June 9, 2022
Age: 64
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number: 2202352
Charges: Fraud, felony
DeVante White
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 28
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number: 2202345
Charges: Resisting law enforcement, felony
Timothy Szparaga
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 52
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202335
Charges: Domestic battery, misdemeanor
Agustin Rios Guzman
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 37
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number: 2202346
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Henry Scaggs
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 26
Residence: Michigan City, IN
Booking Number: 2202334
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Spencer Marsh
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Michigan City, IN
Booking Number: 2202337
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Carlos Castillo
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 25
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2202336
Charges: OWI, felony
Ronald Epting
Arrest date: June 8, 2022
Age: 23
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202343
Charges: Possession legend drug, felony
Michael Swienconek
Arrest date: June 7, 2022
Age: 40
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number: 2202320
Charges: Theft, felony
Gregory Devetski
Arrest date: June 7, 2022
Age: 73
Residence: Chesterton, IN
Booking Number: 2202324
Charges: OWI, felony
Jamey Goin
Arrest date: June 7, 2022
Age: 43
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202321
Charges: Theft, felony
Michael Miller
Arrest date: June 6, 2022
Age: 59
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202316
Charges: OWI, felony
Nicholas Cervantes
Arrest date: June 6, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number: 2202318
Charges: Resisting law enforcement, felony
Josip Markovich
Arrest date: June 6, 2022
Age: 40
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202317
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Bianca Martin
Arrest date: June 6, 2022
Age: 26
Residence: Crete, IL
Booking Number: 2202315
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Kevin Zaragoza
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 43
Residence: Porter, IN
Booking Number: 2202314
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Travis Ridge
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202305
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Maurice Russell Jr.
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 22
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number: 2202310
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jewel Summers
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 25
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number: 2202309
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Crystal Jenkins
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 31
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number: 2202308
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jacob Nimon
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 25
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202311
Charges: OWI, felony
Kenneth Clasen
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 22
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202307
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jacob Furlow
Arrest date: June 5, 2022
Age: 38
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number: 2202306
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Tyler King
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 28
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2202437
Charges: OWI, felony
Daniel Brubaker
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 40
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202399
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Bryan Burke
Arrest date: June 14, 2022
Age: 36
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202420
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Patrick Navarro
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 49
Residence: Michigan City, IN
Booking Number: 2202406
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Christina Creech
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 36
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202391
Charges: Theft, felony
Debra Veatch
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 68
Residence: Westville, IN
Booking Number: 2202438
Charges: Domestic battery, misdemeanor
Rafael Rodriguez
Arrest date: June 14, 2022
Age: 58
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number: 2202419
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Rudolph Carrillo III
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 41
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202448
Charges: Battery, misdemeanor
Isiaha Gonzalez
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 24
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202400
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Nancy Becker
Arrest date: June 13, 2022
Age: 64
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202408
Charges: Domestic battery, misdemeanor
Nathaniel Guzman
Arrest date: June 16, 2022
Age: 21
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number: 2202457
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Benjamin Wright
Arrest date: June 14, 2022
Age: 32
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202424
Charges: Habitual traffic offender, felony
Robert Carter Jr.
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 39
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202439
Charges: Possession of paraphernalia, felony
Nicholas Hadarich
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 22
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202402
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Nicole Culpepper
Arrest date: June 13, 2022
Age: 35
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202418
Charges: Maintaining common nuisance, felony
Sandra Isom
Arrest date: June 16, 2022
Age: 38
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202453
Charges: Domestic battery, felony
Tylor Ahrens
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 27
Residence: Stanwood, MI
Booking Number: 2202403
Charges: Battery, felony
Jeremy Hostetler
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 35
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202393
Charges: Theft, felony
Cheryl Pittman
Arrest date: June 13, 2022
Age: 51
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202415
Charges: Battery, felony
Amanda Kesler
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 49
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202392
Charges: Habitual traffic offender, felony
Sierra Gentry
Arrest date: June 15, 2022
Age: 31
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202446
Charges: Intimidation, felony
Anthony Peek
Arrest date: June 16, 2022
Age: 27
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202454
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Robert Brown
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 38
Residence: Valparaiso, IN
Booking Number: 2202405
Charges: Theft, felony
Susanne Morgan
Arrest date: June 12, 2022
Age: 57
Residence: Harvard, IL
Booking Number: 2202398
Charges: OWI, misdemeanor
Jared Struss
Arrest date: June 16, 2022
Age: 25
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number: 2202456
Charges: OWI, felony
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A trainee stands by listening to an operator handle a call concerning a person suffering from a possible overdose.
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The thin yellow line on the American flag represents dispatchers. The screen below the flag is what Ryan Cusack, Lake County Emergency Communications public information officer, describes as a scanner listeners' "treasure trove." The screen shows every 911 call currently happening with a location and incident type.
Every minute, Lake County is abuzz with frequencies constantly communicating amidst the chaos of crashes, fires, pursuits and calls for help. While most people are unaware of these frequencies, they serve as a lifeline between dispatchers, police, first responders and citizens in distress.
Now, they are at the center of debate between Region law enforcement leaders and the Lake County 911 center.
As Lake County 911 Executive Director Mark Swiderski moves to consolidate four departments onto two channels in the near future, police departments have recently raised the alarm on officer safety concerns.
Under this plan, Merrillville and Crown Point will share a channel and Lake Station and Hobart will share a channel.
As of now, Swiderski said, one dispatcher handles two of the aforementioned channels at the same time, with a different department communicating in each ear. For example, the dispatcher has Hobart police communications in one earpiece and Lake Station police in the other, and the same with Merrillville and Crown Point police departments.
Swiderski said the move is to help mentally exhausted dispatchers who are presently juggling calls and channels.
“It is difficult for dispatchers to monitor both channels, such as in the case of Crown Point and Merrillville,” Swiderski said. “Being someone who has been a dispatcher — that is a really hard ask. It carries the possibility to miss radio traffic. We needed to come up with a different solution."
Hobart Chief of Police Garrett Ciszewski approached the Lake County Board of Commissioners on Wednesday to request Hobart have its own dispatcher and own channel solely focused on the department, like East Chicago or the Lake County Sheriff’s Department.
Ciszewski referenced an attempt to put Hobart, Lake Station and New Chicago on the same station a few decades ago.
“It didn’t work then, and it won’t work now,” Ciszewski said. “There is simply too much radio traffic, and people cannot get through when they need to, so it not only affects officer safety but also public safety.”
Ciszewski said that Hobart police talk on the radio and use their squad computers more than Lake County, which has its own channel.
Before the Lake County 911 Center when departments had their own dispatchers, there were two to three dispatchers working at any given time for Hobart, the chief said.
“This will add 50% more radio traffic, which is an officer safety issue when you can’t get out a call, that is bad for not only safety but morale,” Ciszewski said. “I think they should provide equal service. That’s what a consolidation should be — equal and comparable service.”
“It’s about constant communication — that is our number one priority,” Ciszewski said. “I appreciate their efforts, but their decision is not in the best interest of public safety or officer safety.”
Swiderski contested that times have changed since the 90s and the new technology that police and dispatchers have will make this transition effective.
Merrillville Police Department Assistant Chief Kosta Nuses said he believes the solution is more reckless than it is efficient.
“I have doubts due to our call volume and the seriousness of the calls we have had recently,” Nuses said. “If we have all of these serious urgent calls coming in, it’s a huge problem if we have two or three hot calls popping off at the same time and then at the same time, Crown Point has calls.”
Nuses said his department has worked to keep radio traffic to a minimum by using their squad computers for certain tasks and communications.
“If one of our people gets into a foot chase and they are radioing for help while Crown Point police are responding to a horrific crash, they can’t communicate at the same time,” Nuses said.
Lake Station Chief of Police James Richardson called the impending move a nightmare. Richardson said that when it comes to tools to keep police safe, communication is more important than any weapon they carry.
“It’s the most important thing we have,” Richardson said. “That information from dispatch to officers is lifesaving. They can tell us if there’s been prior calls, a history of violence, information on subjects, whether there are weapons involved. Any break in this is a detriment to the safety of the officers and the public.”
Currently, Richardson said sharing a channel with New Chicago has caused no issues, but he said he believes Hobart and Merrillville need their own channels.
“We discussed this before and tried to compromise, but this just doesn’t add up,” Richardson said. “It would be a nightmare, and we wouldn’t be able to get in a word edgewise.”
Crown Point Assistant Chief Jim Janda said his concerns are the same as the other departments.
“We have concerns the same as everyone else,” Janda said. “We worry that it’s an officer safety issue.”
Swiderski retorted that the solution was founded on statistics gathered from all of the police departments' calls and activity.
“There’s a lot of feeling in the responses, but not a lot of data,” Swiderski said. “I don’t know of a single officer who is in favor of this. But this is the most logical solution looking at geography and statistics. If they didn’t raise an issue before, the only change here is having to hear the other department talk on the same channel, which I think could be helpful in case they have to assist each other.”
He said the dispatch center conducted a 2021 study that looked at the data of calls and radio chatter of all of the departments using Lake County 911.
“We did the 2021 study to see what dispatchers were doing and to see if manpower can be used more effectively,” Swiderski said. “We looked at the data objectively, and looked at talk time, CAD calls, how many times police clicked on the radio to communicate and how often officers ran information through their computers.”
He said the decision to merge the police departments on the same channel was also based on geography of the communities, stating that having Crown Point and Merrillville on the same channel and Lake Station and Hobart on the same channel makes sense because the agencies are close to assist each other.
Swiderski said that this move has been in the making and that he announced the plan in April and released the data he used in the study to the police chiefs.
“We need to use the staff as efficiently as possible,” Swiderski said. “Their concerns are that we are going to be inundated with radio traffic, but we already have agencies on the same channel.”
Swiderski said Dyer, St. John and Lowell share channels, while Griffith, Highland and Munster have a shared channel as well.
“If we add more dispatchers, we add to costs or take away from other resources like call takers, and we need those call takers to be able to pick up the phone for the citizen calling for help,” Swiderski said. “Much like other places, staffing is hurting.”
Swiderski said COVID-19 caused losses of staff but they are working on building up numbers again.
“Our employees are mentally exhausted,” Swiderski said.
Swiderski said geographically and call volume-wise, there are no agencies that East Chicago can be merged with. Gary’s call volume is too high, and Hammond already is sharing a channel with Whiting. The Lake County Sheriff’s Department has its own station due to its call volume and the large amount of territory it covers.
Swiderski plans to merge the channels in September, and he said in three months after, he plans to reevaluate it and see if there needs to be any changes or adjustments.
Nuses was not swayed by the data reports.
“It’s easy to make a decision when you are sitting behind a desk looking at numbers on paper,” Nuses said. “It’s a lot different than being on the streets.”
However, Swiderski said that police are not looking at what dispatchers have to go through when listening to two different departments in each ear.
“What do you think that is doing to the dispatcher day in and day out,” Swiderski said. “The stress of the job is real. We had that shooting at the nightclub and at the RailCats Stadium. Traumatic calls affect us just as much as any first responder. People don’t realize dispatchers are an important piece of the puzzle in helping people. Managing calls 8 to 12 hours a day is a daunting and stressful job.”
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Anna Ortiz is the breaking news/crime reporter for The Times, covering crime, politics, courts and investigative news. She is a graduate of Ball State University with a major in journalism and minor in anthropology. 219-933-4194, anna.ortiz@nwi.com
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BOSTON — A second bar employee in Boston was indicted in connection to the stabbing death of Daniel Martinez, a Merrillville High School graduate who grew up in Crown Point and went on to serve in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Martinez, a 23-year-old Palos Hill resident, was fatally stabbed in March outside the Sons of Boston bar while visiting a fellow Marine he served with for St. Patrick's Day.
Alvaro Larrama, a 38-year-old bouncer, was arrested shortly after his slaying on a charge of murder for fatally stabbing Martinez during an altercation in the street, where he was waiting with his friend to get in.
Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden just announced a second Sons of Boston employee, 34-year-old Everett resident Alisha Dumeer, was indicted as an accessory after the fact.
Dumeer will be arraigned in Suffolk Superior Court on June 30, when details of the charges will be released. Larrama also will be arraigned then.
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“This is a case that not only involves the fatal stabbing of Mr. Martinez but also the actions of people, including these two defendants, immediately after that stabbing. Our investigation is continuing and if additional charges are warranted, they will be pursued,” Hayden said.
The investigation into Martinez's death remains ongoing.
His family, including his mother who lives in Crown Point, has filed suit against the Sons of Boston nightclub on Union Street in downtown Boston. The city of Boston suspended the liquor license of the bar.
Martinez, who also attended Hammond Baptist Schools before going to Merrillville High School, was looking to buy a house, attend college to study photography or film and pursue his passion of traveling the world, his parents said.
They are starting a foundation in his honor to carry on the legacy of his good deeds, including feeding the homeless in Chicago and volunteering at senior homes. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/second-boston-bar-employee-indicted-in-connection-to-death-of-region-marine/article_25a77f32-4379-5417-a332-7a4d115036fb.html | 2022-06-20T13:12:17 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/second-boston-bar-employee-indicted-in-connection-to-death-of-region-marine/article_25a77f32-4379-5417-a332-7a4d115036fb.html |
Passenger killed after vehicle strikes tow truck on the Lodge
Detroit — A 36-year-old Westland woman is dead after a crash early Monday on the Lodge Freeway at Grand River, Michigan State Police said.
According to a preliminary investigation, the crash happened at about 2:45 a.m.
Officials said a tow truck with emergency lights activated was partially blocking the right lane of northbound Lodge at Grand River as its operator helped the driver of a disabled vehicle on the shoulder.
A Detroit man, 40, was driving a Monte Carlo north on the Lodge in the right lane when he struck the tow truck's rear left corner. His passenger, the Westland woman, was killed in the crash, state police said.
They said neither the Monte Carlo's driver nor the tow truck operator wasinjured in the crash.
State police closed the freeway until about 6:30 a.m. as they investigated the crash.
Officials said they suspect the Detroit man may have been driving impaired.
cramirez@detroitnews.com
Twitter: @CharlesERamirez | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2022/06/20/passenger-killed-after-vehicle-strikes-tow-truck-lodge/7680486001/ | 2022-06-20T13:16:04 | 1 | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2022/06/20/passenger-killed-after-vehicle-strikes-tow-truck-lodge/7680486001/ |
More record-challenging heat in store for Michigan this week
Another round of hot weather is in store this week, with potentially record-breaking temperatures and heat index readings that approach 100 degrees in much of lower Michigan.
Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday are forecast to be the hottest days of the week, with Tuesday especially warm. Temperatures will be in the mid- to upper 90s on Tuesday across lower Michigan and as far north as Traverse City and Charlevoix, with heat index readings likely to be 95-99 degrees.
Temperatures will start to heat up Monday afternoon after scattered showers in the morning. "A push of dry
and stable air will result in clearing skies through the day," the National Weather Service says, and the warm front moving in will nudge temperatures into the mid- to upper 80s Monday afternoon.
A bit of a break
Thursday will bring some relief, with both temperatures and humidity down for the day. But the heat climbs once again through Saturday, when 90s will be possible again.
Record temperatures
The extreme warmth Tuesday could set records across lower Michigan. Current records for June 21 in southeast Michigan: Detroit, 96 (set in 1933); Flint, 98 (set in 1923) and Saginaw/Tri-Cities, 95 (set in 1988). | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/06/20/more-record-challenging-heat-store-michigan-week/7680439001/ | 2022-06-20T13:16:10 | 1 | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/06/20/more-record-challenging-heat-store-michigan-week/7680439001/ |
Officials say three juveniles have been injured in a boating accident on a Delaware river.
The News Journal reported that Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control spokesman Michael Globetti said the accident happened Thursday on the Indian River in Millsboro.
A boat with a 75-horsepower outboard motor was pulling six juveniles on two tubes when the accident occurred, Globetti said.
Photos from the Indian River Volunteer Fire Company show the boat wedged sideways underneath a damaged dock.
Another boater picked up three juveniles and took them to a dock, where paramedics and firefighters treated them.
Globetti said one was flown to a hospital with serious injuries and another was taken to a hospital with injuries that weren’t considered life-threatening. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/3-kids-hurt-in-boating-accident-on-delaware-river-officials-say/3275783/ | 2022-06-20T13:24:33 | 1 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/3-kids-hurt-in-boating-accident-on-delaware-river-officials-say/3275783/ |
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The time has come to dip you feet or your whole body in the water, Philadelphia's free public swimming pools are opening just in time for the summer of 2022.
Philadelphia Parks and Recreation announced Thursday that some Philadelphia public pools will begin opening June 21, which happens to also be the start of summer.
Parks and Rec announced 50 of the 63 city pools will be available to swimmers by the week of July 11.
Not all pools, however will open. The department said the reason for not opening all the pools is because they only have 80% of the lifeguards they need.
"The number of life guards specifically is 290, but in order to open all of the pools we need close to 400," Philadelphia Parks and Rec Commissioner Kathryn Ott Lovell said.
At least one pool in every zip code will be open, however. The total number of pools opening slightly exceeds the number from the summer of 2021.
Here is Philly's list of pool openings
Tuesday, June 21:
Fishtown Recreation Center
Mill Creek Playground
Samuel Recreation Center
The opening of the Francis Lederer Pool, also known as "The Swimmo" to locals, at the Fishtown Rec Center is extra special this year. Individuals are invited to join in on the celebration at the block party and ribbon cutting where there will be live entertainment, games, food trucks and giveaways as part of free Wawa Welcome America festivities.
Wednesday, June 22:
Barry Playground
Lawncrest Recreation Center
Penrose Playground
Thursday, June 23
Kelly Pool
Pleasant Playground
Vogt Playground
Friday, June 24
Mitchell Playground
Murphy Recreation Center
Simpson Recreation Center
Monday, June 27
Athletic Recreation Center
Bridesburg Recreation Center
Ford Recreation Center
Tuesday, June 28
Awbury Playground
Jacobs Playground
Wednesday, June 29
Jardel Recreation Center
Marian Anderson Recreation Center
Max Myers Playground
Thursday, June 30
Hancock Playground
Kendrick Recreation Center
Friday, July 1
Fox Chase Recreation Center
Saturday, July 2
American Legion Playground
Cione Playground
Mander Playground
Week of July 4
Christy Recreation Center
Hillside Recreation Center
J Finnegan Playground
Northern Liberties Recreation Center
Cherashore Playground
CB Moore Recreation Center
McVeigh Recreation Center
Cobbs Creek Recreation Center
Lackman Playground
Stinger Square
O’Connor Pool
Sacks Playground
39th & Olive Playground
Lonnie Young Recreation Center
Houseman Playground
Feltonville Recreation Center
Shepard Recreation Center
Piccoli Playground
Francisville Recreation Center
Scanlon Recreation Center
Week of July 11
Hunting Park Recreation Center
Waterloo Playground
Tustin Recreation Center
FJ Meyers Recreation Center
For the full list of pool openings and details for each pool visit the City's website.
And, there are dozens of spraygrounds also open where you can cool off this season. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/philadelphia-public-pools-opening-summer-2022/3274255/ | 2022-06-20T13:24:45 | 1 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/philadelphia-public-pools-opening-summer-2022/3274255/ |
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Police said a woman discovered a gunshot victim’s body while walking on a trail by Frankford Creek in Philadelphia Sunday night.
Around 8 p.m. she spotted the body of a man lying on concrete next to a ravine, police said. He appeared to be unresponsive.
Inspector D. F. Pace said the woman went back toward the road and flagged down a passing medic on East Wingohocking Street between Adams and Castor avenues.
The medic unit determined the man, appearing to be in his 20s, was shot at least one time in the head, Pace said. The medics then called police.
It required specialized equipment from the fire department to retrieve the man’s body, police said, as it was in a remote spot several yards below an overpass.
Police said the man had been shot at point-blank range at least once, maybe two times. Bullet casings were found inches from his body.
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The victim had a semiautomatic handgun in his waistband, as well, Pace said, but did not have any identification on him.
Investigators said his body was near the base of some rungs embedded into the concrete wall of the overpass. The rungs are along the walls of the creek, about every block, so people can climb up and down to the water.
Entering Monday, there were at least 230 homicides in Philadelphia this year, down 11% from the same time last year which was ultimately the deadliest in the city on record.
There are additional resources for people or communities that have endured gun violence in Philadelphia. Further information can be found here. | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/woman-walking-by-philly-creek-finds-gunshot-victims-body/3275789/ | 2022-06-20T13:24:57 | 1 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/woman-walking-by-philly-creek-finds-gunshot-victims-body/3275789/ |
Crews have been working overnight on containing the fire, which is now 20% contained as of 11 p.m.The Forest Fire Service is expected to provide the next update at 10:30 a.m.
Parts of Washington, Shamong, Hammonton and Mullica have fire burning within their town limits. Residents and visitors from Galloway to Brigantine reported a strong smell of smoke in the air from the flames, carried by the northwest winds. People on Twitter reported seeing smoke in Atlantic City and Ocean City, around 25 to 30 miles away from the origin of the fire.
Picture doesn't do it justice but there is plenty of wildfire smoke moving through Galloway Township. Very strong smell as soon as you step outside. Just bad luck on my part since the smoke plume is narrow, but at least the wind direction shifts tonight. pic.twitter.com/yeAhSgNMf3
The Forest Fire Service responded to a wildfire in a remote section of Wharton State Forest, originating along the Mullica River, early Sunday afternoon. At 4:30 p.m., the fire was at 100 acres. Just three hours later, it engulfed 600 acres, swelling to 2,100 acres at 11 p.m.. The smoke was so dense, weather radar beams picked up on the smoke, which was pushed down to an area between Brigantine and Ocean City, due to the northwest winds.
Six structures are threatened in the Paradise Lakes Campground in the forest, prompting evacuations, officials said. Pineland Adventures suspended its kayak and canoe trips. Route 206 between Chew Road and Stokes Road in Hammonton as well as County Route 542 between Green Bank Road and Columbia Road in Washington Township remains closed. Batsto Village and all of the associated hiking and biking trails are closed to visitors.
There have been no reported injuries.
The combination of unusually dry for June air and gusty winds help to spread the wildfire, of which there is no cause yet.
Relative humidity values were as low as 25% in Hammonton and 31% in Oswego Lake, Burlington County, near the site of the fire, according to the Office of the New Jersey State Climatologist. Dew points were in the upper 30s, which generally only occurs one to five percent of the time during mid-June, according to the Iowa Environmental Mesonet. Sustained winds Sunday as high as 23 mph in Hammonton and 28 mph in Oswego Lake.
Furthermore, the ground is dry. 10 hour fuel moisture levels were in the orange stage, the second highest of three warning stages, at Oswego Lake, near the origin of the fire, according to the climatologist's office.
Humidity will be low again Monday, dipping under 35%. While winds will be breezy, they will be weaker than they were Sunday.
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Atlantic City casino workers are voicing strong support for a potential strike against the gambling houses as union members vote on whether to authorize a walkout if new contracts are not reached soon. Members of Local 54 of the Unite Here union were voting Wednesday on whether to empower their leadership to call a strike. Voting ended at 7 p.m. and union officials said they expected it to take about an hour to count the ballots. A "yes” vote will not result in an immediate strike. It simply gives the union’s negotiating committee, comprised of workers from all nine casinos, the power to call a strike if and when they see fit.
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A smoke plume from a Wharton State Forest fire spreads Sunday over Atlantic City and Ocean City.
Weather radar beams picked up on the dense wildfire smoke, showing up in blues and greens from around Batsto Village, to the Atlantic County shoreline Sunday around 7:30 p.m. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/wharton-state-forest-fire-now-engulfs-2-100-acres-20-contained/article_ab5fb9e2-f03d-11ec-a6ea-578f3d91006d.html | 2022-06-20T13:27:57 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/wharton-state-forest-fire-now-engulfs-2-100-acres-20-contained/article_ab5fb9e2-f03d-11ec-a6ea-578f3d91006d.html |
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WIAT) — One man is dead and another is injured following a shooting at an apartment complex Sunday night.
According to Capt. Jack Kennedy with the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit, around 11:15 p.m. several shots were fired during a pool party at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha, an apartment complex off Jack Warner Parkway.
Kennedy said one man was pronounced dead at the scene and the other was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
No other information is available at this time. Stay with CBS 42 as this is a developing story. | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-dead-1-injured-in-shooting-at-tuscaloosa-apartment-complex/ | 2022-06-20T13:29:22 | 1 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-dead-1-injured-in-shooting-at-tuscaloosa-apartment-complex/ |
ADGER, Ala. (WIAT) — A 57-year-old man is dead following a house fire in Adger Sunday night,
According to Lieutenant Joni Money with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, the fire occurred in the 9400 block of Camp Oliver Road. The man killed in the fire was later identified by the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office as Michael Wayne Parsons.
Money said that the Concord Fire Department and the State Fire Marshal assisted at the scene.
The Alabama State Fire Marshall’s Office is investigating the cause and origin of the fire and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death. | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-dead-in-bessemer-house-fire/ | 2022-06-20T13:29:28 | 0 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-dead-in-bessemer-house-fire/ |
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — A 22-year-old man is dead after being shot Sunday afternoon.
According to Birmingham Police, around 2 p.m. a man, later identified by the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office as Justin Jai Brown, was found laying on the ground suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in the 5900 block of Warner Street.
Brown was transported to UAB Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
According to the BPD, a preliminary investigation suggests the victim may have been involved in an argument that led to shots being fired. | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-dead-in-birmingham-shooting/ | 2022-06-20T13:29:35 | 0 | https://www.cbs42.com/news/local/1-dead-in-birmingham-shooting/ |
The Abused Adult Resource Center in Bismarck is seeking help from the community as it plans to upgrade the thrift store that provides nearly one-third of the nonprofit's revenue.
The AARC opened Seeds of Hope in 1995 to aid its mission of helping victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. The store has grown through the years, and today it provides the nonprofit with around 30% of its revenue. The AARC is now looking to the community for support in its next chapter.
A renovation of the store on Main Avenue downtown would add a variety of amenities and upgrades, including better drop-off areas, a new store layout and better accessibility options. The AARC is hoping to raise $985,000 with the help of the community.
"We are raising money through donations, some grants that we have applied for, and some foundations," AARC Executive Director Michelle Erickson said.
She said it's important to have community involvement in the renovation project, given that the thrift store has changed the lives of many area residents.
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"Domestic violence and sexual assault touches everyone in some way,” Erickson said. "The community supports us, and has been touched in that way.”
The planned renovations will address many parts of the store. One of the biggest areas of concern is the donation dock in the back alley. The area's limited size has been causing issues for both the staff and community members showing up to donate items.
“We will be able to take in a lot more donations because currently we are having to close (the dock) early," Seeds of Hope Manager Lisa Ternes said.
The current space offers little room to sort donated items to be taken to the store floor. Ternes believes that by increasing the size of the donation dock, the store could allow for more donations. In turn, the increase in merchandise would allow for more revenue and more resources for the people the store supports.
Another emphasis will be on accessibility inside the store for customers. The bathrooms are at the end of a long and windy back hallway and are hard to find, and the new layout will address that. Another feature will be a more open layout, which will increase the flow throughout the store. Other possible accessibility upgrades include an elevator, which would make it easier for patrons to access the bottom floor.
“We are hoping to start (renovations) this fall. September hopefully. The project will progress in stages by money raised," Erickson said.
This timeline would allow the project to be done before one of the store's biggest draws -- its annual Christmas Store that starts in November.
For more information, go to https://www.abusedadultresourcecenter.com/.
Reach Zachary Weiand at 701-250-8244 or zachary.weiand@bismarcktribune.com. | https://bismarcktribune.com/news/local/aarc-seeks-help-from-the-community-for-seeds-of-hope-renovations/article_ab39a24c-e8f0-11ec-8dda-97b1b7ae36f2.html | 2022-06-20T13:30:02 | 0 | https://bismarcktribune.com/news/local/aarc-seeks-help-from-the-community-for-seeds-of-hope-renovations/article_ab39a24c-e8f0-11ec-8dda-97b1b7ae36f2.html |
VETERANS FUNDRAISER
A fundraiser will be held at the Bloomington Texas Roadhouse as part of their Dine to Donate program. Ten percent of purchases made at Texas Roadhouse between 3 and 10 p.m. on June 23 will be donated to Hooah, an organization whose mission is to lend support to forward deployed servicemen and women, their stateside families, and returning veterans, with a high level of understanding, compassion and empathy. A special QR code coupon must be presented at Texas Roadhouse to have the 10% of purchase donated to Hooah. Contact Kevin Keller of the Marine Corp League at 618-554-1540 to obtain the QR code coupon, or visit the McLean County Veterans at Facebook.com/McLeanVAC.
PTSD AWARENESS MONTH
June is National PTSD Awareness Month and June 27 is National PTSD Day. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation has a respectful and informative website commemorating PTSD Month and Day. Nearly 3 million service members served in Vietnam and most returned home. Since then, however, thousands of Vietnam veterans have battled PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder. PTSD has impacted their lives and the lives of their families in many ways. Veterans who served in Vietnam returned without any welcome home recognition of their service or their sacrifices. Many of our fellow citizens called them names, spit upon them and behaved despicably toward them. Bloomington-Normal finally had a Central Illinois Vietnam welcome home parade on May 23, 1987. Why did it take 12 years for our residents to show these soldiers, sailors, Marines and Airmen the respect they earned for fighting valiantly in a war that they were not allowed by our government to win? Perhaps dealing with PTSD would have been easier and quicker for those who did their duty if those who did not serve had been more supportive of those who did. Think about what might have been. Browse "PTSD Month" to learn more about the war and how it affected those who served.
SUSPENSION OF ANNUAL REVIEW OF CAREGIVER PROGRAM
VA has a program to assist veterans and family caregivers by providing resources, education, support, a financial stipend, health insurance and beneficiary travel to caregivers of eligible veterans. Veterans who sustained or aggravated a serious injury (now includes serious illness) in the line of duty on or before May 7, 1975, or on or after Sept. 11, 2001, may be eligible. Eligibility for the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers requires the veteran to have a single or combined service-connected disability rating by the VA of 70% or more; or need personal care services for a minimum of six continuous months based on any one of the following: an inability to perform an activity of daily living or a need for supervision, protection or instruction. The VA is suspending the normal annual reassessment for participants of the PCAFC program while the VA continues its review of the program. This suspension applies to all veterans and family caregivers participating in the program. Additionally, VA will not discharge or reduce stipends based on a reassessment. However, the program staff will continue to initiate reassessments for veterans and family caregivers for certain purposes, such as when a veteran or caregiver requests to be considered for an increase in stipend level or if there is evidence of an increased need for personal care services. Appeal and review options for those who disagree with a PCAFC determination remain the same. Be aware: Any review at the request of the veteran or the caregiver could result in in the benefit remaining the same, being increased or being reduced, depending on the facts of the individual case.
Jerry Vogler is superintendent of the McLean County Veterans Assistance Commission. | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/veterans-corner-veterans-fundraiser-ptsd-awareness-month/article_5760267e-ecbe-11ec-9188-d787058a8926.html | 2022-06-20T13:41:33 | 1 | https://pantagraph.com/news/local/veterans-corner-veterans-fundraiser-ptsd-awareness-month/article_5760267e-ecbe-11ec-9188-d787058a8926.html |
Every morning, NBC 5 Today is dedicated to delivering you positive local stories of people doing good, giving back and making a real change in our community. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/something-good/local-police-officer-wins-bronze-at-special-olympics-usa-games/2996149/ | 2022-06-20T13:42:42 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/something-good/local-police-officer-wins-bronze-at-special-olympics-usa-games/2996149/ |
Sgt. Leonard Lake is winning on the streets of Arlington as well as on the court.
Sgt. Lake is the supervisor of the Entertainment District & Tourism Unit, which is responsible for patrolling the area around Arlington's stadiums, theme parks, and other major venues. He’s also a proud volunteer and mentor with Special Olympics Texas.
Recently, he made the Special Olympics Texas Unified Basketball Team. The team brings athletes together with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities to promote inclusion, friendships and most importantly understanding.
Team Texas traveled to Orlando to compete in the Special Olympics USA Games Unified Basketball Tournament, which included teams from all 50 states and five countries. Sgt. Lake and Team Texas went 4-1 in the tournament (they lost to eventual champion Florida) and earned the Bronze Medal.
We thank Sgt. Lake for his service on and off the court. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/something-good/local-police-officer-wins-bronze-at-special-olympics-usa-games/2996185/ | 2022-06-20T13:42:49 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/something-good/local-police-officer-wins-bronze-at-special-olympics-usa-games/2996185/ |
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HAYS COUNTY, Texas — Hays County has closed three remote county clerk offices due to low demand and staffing issues.
The County posted on social media last week, stating that due to staffing issues, the remote offices in Dripping Springs, Wimberley and Kyle are closed until further notice. The Wimberley and Dripping Springs offices closed on June 6, and the Kyle office closed on June 16.
"Wimberley and Dripping Springs services have been underutilized. Closing those offices has had no impact on operations. We are re-evaluating the need to have offices in those locations," Hays County Clerk Elaine Cardenas said in a statement. "The Kyle substation—the first to open and the substation located in the fastest growing area of the county—has a steady demand for services. Our plans call for increasing staff in that location when we can."
County clerks issue documents such as birth and death certificates, marriage licenses and other public record information.
The Hays County tax assessor-collector, constables, justices of the peace and commissioners' offices remain open at the Dripping Springs, Kyle and Wimberley substation locations. The main Hays County Clerk's Office, located in San Marcos, also remains open.
All Hays County offices will be closed on Monday, June 20, in observance of the Juneteenth federal holiday.
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Wisconsin-born adventurer hopes to become youngest person to circumnavigate globe via motorcycle
TOWN OF KELLY – Bridget McCutchen is 21 and harbors a big dream.
She aims to become the youngest person to circumnavigate the globe by motorcycle.
She has the wheels: a 300cc motorcycle named Mab, after her late horse.
And she has the grit: northern Wisconsin born and raised in a speck of a town in Bayfield County and poised to tackle a ride that could be fearsome and lonely.
“A motorcycle is like an adventure enabler. In a car, you're moving through the world in a bubble,” McCutchen says. “This is me extending my independence. A motorcycle is a way for me to be really independent.”
She will need to ride a minimum of 24,900 miles, traveling in the same general direction antipodal from where she starts and staying in one spot for no more than two weeks, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. She is also required to start and finish on the same motorcycle unless it is documented to be beyond repair.
Originally, she planned to depart in May. The war in Ukraine derailed those plans, forcing her to change her routing through some countries in central Asia that have complicated relationships with the United States. Her new departure date is Aug. 10.
She plans to ride to South America before crossing the Atlantic Ocean and continue east through Asia, continuing to Alaska and back to Wisconsin.
“My biggest concerns are the politics in the world right now. There's always something going on but seems like lately there's been a little bit more,” McCutchen said.
McCutchen grew up on a farm with her family that rode motorcycles in the Town of Kelly, population less than 100. A few years ago, one of her brothers rode his motorcycle to Ushuaia, Argentina, the southernmost tip of South America.
To fund the 12-to-16-month journey, she has been saving money from her job as a deckhand working for the Madeline Island Ferry on Lake Superior and selling stickers she designed. She also has set up a GoFundMe page. Her website can be found at www.two-wheels-round.com/#/.
Recently, her co-workers surprised her with $700 for her journey.
“They just handed me money and I cried. They're not just giving me money; they're buying part of my trip. They're sort of going along with me in this way.”
She has lined up sponsors including Aerostich, a high-end motorcycle apparel maker in Duluth, Minnesota, that gave her a $1,500 riding suit. She has also received motorcycle luggage and camping equipment.
She estimates the trip will cost about $24,000, including shipping her motorcycle across at least two oceans.
One of the people she has sought advice from is Englishman Henry Crew, who was 23 when he circumnavigated the globe in 2019.
“I think the most important thing is getting out the door. Anyone can do a 'round the world' or big adventure, but the hardest part is drawing a line in the sand and getting on with it,” Crew said. “I think that's probably the biggest character trait you need or the attitude/mindset you need to have because there's always a reason not to start and there will always be a reason not to carry on once you're going.”
When she told her parents of her plan, her father, Jeff, was “stoked.” Her mother, Eileen, is concerned she’s going to be in countries that are not necessarily American-friendly, even less female-friendly, but “it’s the adventure that makes you a different person.”
McCutchen’s biggest concern is not being able to cross a border and being forced to turn around. Some countries also require a large amount of paperwork and a carnet, a type of bond, to ensure she does not sell her Kawasaki Versys motorcycle while in the country.
McCutchen has earned a brown belt in taekwondo and studied marine engine repair, background she hopes not to use.
The most important advice Eileen has given her daughter is being open to a type of vulnerability.
“The less money that you have, the greater the experiences because you're depending on other people as you're passing through to give you a hand and you get to know people,” the mother of six said.
Crew echoes that thought.
“For me, it was totally transformative, it gave me purpose and direction, introduced me to amazing people who are now great friends (some I’ve still not met). It gave me a lot of confidence, taught me to ask for help, how to speak to people, how to be patient and when to be assertive. I don't think it's possible to come back the same, when you experience more in one year than you'd ever experienced prior, you're bound to evolve at an exceptional rate.”
McCutchen acknowledges there are some risks.
“There's no getting away from I am absolutely risking my life, but it doesn't mean you shouldn't do it. There are things we do every day that are very dangerous.”
McCutchen says Crew advised her to focus on the journey, “Because I might not be doing this again and not let the record consume the trip. The record will matter less and less when you’re older.” | https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2022/06/20/wisconsin-rider-hopes-youngest-circle-globe-via-motorcycle/7594648001/ | 2022-06-20T13:43:27 | 0 | https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2022/06/20/wisconsin-rider-hopes-youngest-circle-globe-via-motorcycle/7594648001/ |
SAN ANTONIO — A good Samaritan came to the rescue of a bicyclist who was struck by a driver who did not stop to help him early Monday morning.
It happened on North Foster Road and Summer Fest Drive on the northeast side of town around 12:36 a.m.
According to the Bexar County Sheriff's Office, the man was riding his bike when he was struck by a car on Foster Road. That driver did not stop to render aid, instead, fleeing from the scene, authorities said. A good Samaritan saw the victim and called first responders for help.
The man was taken to Brooke Army Medical Center in stable condition. Bexar County Sheriff's deputies searched the area for the vehicle, but did not find anything. No word on what type of vehicle it was.
The driver of that vehicle will be facing charges for failure to stop and render aid when they are found.
No other details were provided and no other injuries were reported.
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SAN ANTONIO — A body was found in the San Antonio River downtown by a man walking on the River Walk overnight.
First responders were called to the 100 block of S. St. Mary's Street around 3:16 a.m. for reports of a drowning. When police and firefighters arrived, they found the victim. The victim's identity has not been released, but authorities confirmed it was a man who was found.
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SAN ANTONIO — There are two things about Jacob Morales you can place money on: he's going to show up, and he's going to show up on time.
"Time is valuable—extremely valuable," Jacob said.
The O'Connor High School senior is accustomed to jokes about his streak for attendance and punctuality. But he laughs at the humor because the 18-year-old captured the accomplishment.
"It was honestly just motivation from my mom, my dad, my brother," he said.
Jacob's mother, Ana, acknowledges her role in getting her eldest son interested in being where he needs to be.
"To show up, give it 100%," Morales said.
The streak started in preschool and kept rolling through high graduation from O'Connor.
"It's just like if you say you're going to do something, you do it," she said.
He bought into the concept, hook, line and sinker. Along the way, Jacob became attached to orchestra, basketball, track, football, bowling and academics.
"It's not just friends, it's not just teachers. It's just the whole atmosphere of being in school that just kind of kept me engaged and kept me going," he said.
Morales' inspiration for her son came from her shortcoming. She transferred schools in high school and figured rather quickly that she didn't have to show up a lot to get good grades. The mindset went unchallenged at school until her graduation, when she noticed the valedictorian receiving accolades for perfect attendance.
"You know what, when I have my kids, I want them to have that," Morales recalled thinking. "I want them to have perfect attendance."
Easier said than done.
Jacob had to push through days when he was physically tired, emotionally drained and even sick. He said giving up would mean all the days he put in were in vain.
"There were times where I would kind of test him and say, 'Hey, you want to stay home today?'" Morales said. "'Nope, I'm going to school.'"
Jacob believes he was the only senior at school on senior skip day. He said completing the goal was more important than participating in the high school tradition with classmates and friends.
"Our time is very limited on this planet, and making the most of it will benefit those around me," he said. "It's not necessarily for me. It's for all those around me."
He may be right. His little brother, Matthew, an O'Connor freshman, is trying to achieve the same thing.
"Peoples' legacies live on because they touch the people around them," Jacob said.
According to Morales, she cheered so loudly at Jacob's graduation that the announcement of his perfect attendance got lost in her noise. Luckily, a cell phone recording allowed her to reflect and weep.
"I was like, 'They said it,'" she said. "I got to hear it. I was like, 'We did it.'"
Jacob graduated with honors and will attend UTSA, where he is a distinguished presidential scholar. The freshman Roadrunner also plans to keep his punctuality and attendance records alive.
"That's got to continue to college for sure," he said.
His mother said he's catching up on a lot of rest before doing so.
According to Northside Independent School District, Jacob is one of three students they can verify who graduated from the district this year with perfect attendance. The other two: Desiree Duarte Moczygemba from Taft High School and Madeline Ann Salazar from Stevens High School. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/outreach/kids-who-make-sa-great/oconnor-high-school-graduate-perfect-attendance-sa-great-kids/273-e696f2af-828e-4d04-be0f-22a9d6aecf8f | 2022-06-20T13:51:11 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/outreach/kids-who-make-sa-great/oconnor-high-school-graduate-perfect-attendance-sa-great-kids/273-e696f2af-828e-4d04-be0f-22a9d6aecf8f |
TEXAS, USA — This article appeared originally on The Texas Tribune website.
Texas is planning to add enough electric vehicle charging stations throughout the state to support 1 million electric vehicles with dozens of new stations to allow for easier long-distance travel.
In a draft plan released this month, the Texas Department of Transportation broke down a five-year plan to create a network of chargers throughout the state, starting along main corridors and interstate highways before building stations in rural areas.
The plan is to have charging stations every 50 miles along most non-business interstate routes.
In most other areas in the state, there will be charging stations within 70 miles, according to the plan. Each station is designed to have multiple stalls so there will likely be one available whenever someone stops to charge.
The chargers will be high-powered at 150kW, able to bring most electric vehicles from 10% to 80% in about half an hour, according to the report.
The funding is coming from the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act passed last year, which is estimated to allocate about $408 million over five years to Texas for the purpose of expanding its electric vehicle charging network. No funds from the state budget will be used. Nationally, the goal is to create a network of 500,000 convenient and reliable electric vehicle chargers by 2030. In total from the infrastructure act, Texas is expected to receive about $35.44 billion over five years for roads, bridges, pipes, ports, broadband access and other projects.
Less than 1% of Texans’ registered vehicles are electric. As of May 31, there were 129,010 electric vehicles registered in Texas, according to the report.
“However, since 2020, the total number of electric vehicles across Texas has nearly tripled as more people adopt the technology,” TxDOT stated in its report. “With rapidly growing adoption rates, it is necessary to ensure Texas will be able to meet the demand of these new vehicles on the road.”
The state is gathering public comment on the plan, after which it will be finalized. To receive the funds, TxDOT must submit a finalized plan by Aug. 1 to the Federal Highway Administration.
Officials plan to award contracts for construction starting in January.
During the first year of implementation, Texas plans to add around 48 new locations to satisfy the 50-mile FHWA requirement. This is in addition to 27 existing private sector locations and 26 planned locations funded by a separate grant.
The next year, the focus will turn to stations in rural counties, small urban areas and areas advised by metropolitan planning organizations.
After that, during the third through fifth year of implementation, Texas will continue building out charging infrastructure in smaller and rural areas. The report states that charging stations might be equipped with a combination of solar and battery equipment to supplement their power supplies.
Gov. Greg Abbott stressed the importance of including rural areas in TxDOT’s plan in a March 22 letter.
“Texas’ sheer volume of roadway miles leaves ample opportunity for EV charging deployment. The plan should ensure that every Texan can access the infrastructure they need to charge an EV,” Abbott wrote. “Additionally, I direct TxDOT and stakeholders to include in the plan a way for Texans to easily get from Beaumont to El Paso and Texline to Brownsville in an EV–with a focus on rural placement and connectivity.”
Chandra Bhat, a University of Texas transportation engineering professor and the director of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Center on Data-Supported Transportation Operations and Planning, said the additional charging stations are a welcome upgrade to Texas transportation. Some of Bhat’s research has been funded by TxDOT.
Bhat said there are several barriers to electric vehicle adoption by consumers: the upfront cost, anxiety over how far a driver can travel and the wait times for charging.
This new plan addresses range anxiety by providing many options only 50 miles apart — however, it doesn’t address cost or fully address wait times, he said. Although the planned chargers will be high speed, it still takes around half an hour, he said. A driver might not know how long they may have to wait if someone else is already using the stalls.
That uncertainty can cause consumers to pass on purchasing electric vehicles altogether, he said.
Bhat said he thinks allowing drivers to reserve charging stations at specific times might help reduce that uncertainty. But still, Bhat said he is optimistic that more people will adopt electric vehicles in Texas due to the planned infrastructure upgrades. He also hopes the state will invest in putting information in front of consumers about the increased availability of chargers.
“We will see a clear uptick in the next two or three years, I believe,” Bhat said. “And if we get an announcement that batteries are going to be lasting longer and are going to be less expensive, you're gonna see them bought by the droves.” | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/texas-plans-to-place-charging-stations-for-electric-cars-every-50-miles-on-most-interstates-san-antonio-vehicles-charge-electricity-gas-fuel-prices/273-06846327-c04f-44c6-9d62-0b6ad6621525 | 2022-06-20T13:51:18 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/texas-plans-to-place-charging-stations-for-electric-cars-every-50-miles-on-most-interstates-san-antonio-vehicles-charge-electricity-gas-fuel-prices/273-06846327-c04f-44c6-9d62-0b6ad6621525 |
SAN ANTONIO — A woman was shot at while leaving a bar on the city's south side, the San Antonio Police Department said.
The shooting happened just after 3 a.m. outside a bar on South Flores near Mary Street.
Authorities told KENS 5 the woman was grazed in the hand by the bullet, but is expected to recover.
The shooter took off. The woman reportedly did not know the man.
More on KENS 5: | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/woman-shot-at-leaving-bar-south-san-antonio-texas/273-18ada41f-1049-4fdd-8a1d-68e7a9c4258e | 2022-06-20T13:51:24 | 1 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/woman-shot-at-leaving-bar-south-san-antonio-texas/273-18ada41f-1049-4fdd-8a1d-68e7a9c4258e |
WASHINGTON — A teenager is dead and three others are injured following a shooting at an unpermitted event near the 14th and U Street NW corridor Sunday, according to police.
DC Police Chief Robert Contee said a 15-year-old boy, two adults and an MPD officer were shot at a free music event known as Moechella just before 9:30 p.m. Several hundred people had gathered at the event.
Earlier in the evening, Contee said a large fight happened at the event around 6:30 p.m. MPD shut down the event as “unsafe.” DC Fire & EMS showed up to assist several people injured when they were trampled by people leaving the scene.
That's when another scuffle broke out, and four people -- including an officer -- were shot.
"We have a child who was killed today and there was not proper planning for the event," Mayor Muriel Bowser said. "With police managing a crowd someone used a gun and a child is dead – we need some accountability here."
Contee said none of the officers on scene fired their weapons, and at least one gun was recovered at the scene, off one of the victims. Three of the shooting victims are recovering at the hospital.
"All of this occurred over a span of about two hours," DC Police Chief Robert Contee said. "It was an unpermitted event by the Moechella group."
No arrests have been made yet.
News of the shooting comes just hours after police said a 16-year-old girl was shot and killed in the 4400 block of 3rd Street, SE.
RELATED: 4 shot, 1 dead within 4 hours in DC | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/multiple-people-shot-including-dc-police-officer-near-14th-u-streets-nw/65-ccc24664-b86c-44e1-ba4d-6e659bed9ec4 | 2022-06-20T13:58:53 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/multiple-people-shot-including-dc-police-officer-near-14th-u-streets-nw/65-ccc24664-b86c-44e1-ba4d-6e659bed9ec4 |
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – The Wichita Open is on par with the course heating up.
“This is really good golf,” said Zach Wickencamp.
Wickencamp played the Pro-Am on Wednesday and braved the heat again on Sunday to watch the pros.
“So, I would say the level of competition out here is fantastic,” said Wickencamp.
Some golfers competing on the leaderboard say they love the heat.
“My body feels better in the heat. Just gotta make sure you get enough liquids in you and water and electrolytes so you can keep going all week,” said pro golfer Josh Teater.
Teater says he loves the atmosphere and vibe in Wichita.
“Almost hit a hole in one on 17,” said Teater. “Got to within a foot on 17 so that was pretty fun. Got a little tap in for a birdie.”
Jim Burroughs was working the greens at the Wichita Open Sunday with his son in the Sunday sun.
“Lots of water,” said Burroughs. “Really almost a bottle of water on every hole.”
Along with the heat, the event is expected to bring in cold cash for Wichita. It’s estimated the Wichita Open can bring in more than seven million for the economy.
Players like Teater hope to be back next year.
“And it just feels kind of like home here,” said Teater. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/wichita-open-fans-and-players-enjoy-the-heat-on-and-off-the-greens/ | 2022-06-20T13:59:57 | 0 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/wichita-open-fans-and-players-enjoy-the-heat-on-and-off-the-greens/ |
AUGUSTA, Kan. (KSNW) — The body of 21-year-old Carley Bullard was found Sunday after going missing in the early hours of Saturday, June 18.
According to Butler County authorities, Bullard was involved in an ATV crash around 3:25 a.m. along the Walnut River, about 1.5 miles south of Augusta.
After the crash, Bullard could not be located. Family and friends then searched the area and found her. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/womans-body-found-after-fatal-atv-crash/ | 2022-06-20T14:00:03 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/womans-body-found-after-fatal-atv-crash/ |
Firefighters from several Indiana and Ohio fire companies battled a house fire Sunday night in Saint Joe, the DeKalb County sheriff's department said today.
The home's occupants safely escaped from the home and no one was injured, the sheriff's department said in a statement.
Firefighters and the sheriff's department were called to the fire in the 6900 block of County Road 62 shortly before 11 p.m., the statement said. They found the east half of the house engulfed in flames, as well as a vehicle parked in a driveway.
Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire, the sheriff's department said. Its cause was not immediately known.
Jackson, Southeast, Butler, Northeast of Allen and Hicksville, Ohio, firefighters responded to the fire. County Road 62 was limited to emergency vehicles only between Indiana 101 and County Road 71 while the blaze was being fought. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/all-safely-escape-saint-joe-house-fire/article_c9770004-f086-11ec-8ec4-d7a228ed7932.html | 2022-06-20T14:10:22 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/all-safely-escape-saint-joe-house-fire/article_c9770004-f086-11ec-8ec4-d7a228ed7932.html |
Actress, author and activist Molly Ringwald will visit Richmond on Saturday to headline an event in support of state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi’s (D-Chesterfield) reelection campaign.
The event will be held Studio Two Three, 3300 W. Clay St., 3-5 p.m. Tickets are available at bit.ly/rvaringwald.
Ringwald is known for her performances in such films as “Sixteen Candles,” “The Breakfast Club,” “Pretty in Pink” and is on CW’s “Riverdale” television series. She has long been an activist in support of LGBTQ+ issues, women’s equality and reproductive rights.
Of the 15 public colleges in Virginia, 10 are planning to raise tuition. "Our families, especially middle-class families, are just feeling the pressure right now with rising costs." | https://richmond.com/news/local/molly-ringwald-to-headline-richmond-event-for-hashmi/article_b85eec5b-3e0f-536a-a3c5-636156467092.html | 2022-06-20T14:24:28 | 1 | https://richmond.com/news/local/molly-ringwald-to-headline-richmond-event-for-hashmi/article_b85eec5b-3e0f-536a-a3c5-636156467092.html |
MONTGOMERY, Texas — One Montgomery teen is really making the most of his summer.
At 16 years old, Jacob Irving opened his very own gourmet hotdog truck.
“I would like to say that I own and run it," Jacob said.
But Pop Pop’s Dandy Dog is also a family legacy. Pop Pop is Jacob's grandfather.
“He had a restaurant called Dandy Dog in 1985," Jacob said. “He has been an inspiration to me since I was little.”
That inspiration led Jacob to open a food truck in honor of him.
“Basically I have taken over the mantle as the dandiest dog in town," Jacob said.
It’s been two years in the making. At just 14, Jacob drew up a business plan.
“I was working multiple jobs at a time with school," Jacob said.
By 16, he saved up enough to open, and his dad made an investment.
“So the deal was I got him the trailer, and then he did everything else. So any of his other startup costs, anything else he needed, he had to come up with," Kevin Irving said.
Jacob's menu includes a few of his grandpa’s recipes and some of his own.
“We do fries, funnel cakes, loaded fries," Jacob said.
Pop Pop even made it out to the big grand opening. Jacob knows he’s proud.
“He said it was excellent. I think he feels honored," Jacob said.
And dad is too.
“It’s going to be neat to see how this is going to go. I’m excited, the future is very bright for him," Irving said. “We’re at one of the great memory makers right now for sure.”
Jacob says he still has to figure out how this will all work when school starts in the fall. He’s hoping to hire his own employees. He says the ultimate goal is to franchise the food truck.
Pop Pop’s Dandy Dog is open in Montgomery every day except for Sunday. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/jacob-irving-opens-gourmet-hotdog-food-truck/285-a036181a-5707-4209-931c-5d8fa0aca8af | 2022-06-20T14:24:34 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/jacob-irving-opens-gourmet-hotdog-food-truck/285-a036181a-5707-4209-931c-5d8fa0aca8af |
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Police are investigating a crash that killed a bicyclist Friday night in Harrisburg.
It occurred around 9:45 p.m. on the 1100 block of Market Street, according to Harrisburg Police.
The bicyclist, whose identity has not been released by police, succumbed to their injuries on Sunday, police say.
According to police, the bicyclist was traveling west on Market Street when they encountered a vehicle attempting to make a U-turn and struck it on the driver's side.
The bicyclist was trapped under the vehicle and needed to be removed by responding members of the Harrisburg Fire Bureau. They were transported to a local hospital for treatment of critical injuries sustained in the crash, and succumbed to those injuries on Sunday, police say.
The crash remains under investigation, according to police. Anyone who may have witnessed it is asked to contact Harrisburg Police at (717) 558-6900 and ask for a member of the Traffic Safety Unit. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/harrisburg-bicyclist-killed-in-crash-with-vehicle/521-90857283-b3bc-4685-b31f-d805b26cbdfa | 2022-06-20T14:28:53 | 1 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/harrisburg-bicyclist-killed-in-crash-with-vehicle/521-90857283-b3bc-4685-b31f-d805b26cbdfa |
Purchasing a first home just got a whole lot more difficult for first time home buyers whom experts say could soon be priced out of the U.S. real estate market writ large.
That’s because the Fed announced the largest interest rate hike since 1994. The increase is anticipated to drive 30-year mortgage rates to levels that will price out millions more potential homebuyers.
Year to date mortgage rates have risen from 3% to around 6%, meaning monthly mortgage payments for a $400,000 home purchased today have effectively risen 42% from what they would have been six months ago, according to MarketWatch.
The most concerning part? Builders and real estate experts don’t expect home values to decrease with the looming recession.
The dual forces of inflated home values and higher interest rates threaten to pinch Americans looking to get into a new home. And overall those same Americans are not seeing their wages increase at nearly the same level as other goods and services, housing included. The Fed has argued it must raise rates dramatically to cool the red-hot U.S. economy and prevent further price inflation.
And it is cooling. Home sales have been dropping month after month as the Fed has raised rates, and the market is expected to slow even further over the remainder of 2022. Big real estate firms are announcing massive layoffs this week – an indication that industry leaders see slower growth ahead.
ZeroDown compiled a weekly real estate market report in Dallas, TX metro area using data from Redfin. Statistics are as of the week of June 12, 2022.
Median sales price
Dallas, TX metro area:
– Median sales price: $465,485
– One-year change: +23.0%
Metros with highest median sales price
#1. San Francisco, CA metro area: $1.6 million
#2. San Jose, CA metro area: $1.5 million
#3. Santa Cruz, CA metro area: $1.2 million
Metros with lowest median sales price
#1. Davenport, IA metro area: $122,438
#2. Pine Bluff, AR metro area: $128,875
#3. Bay City, MI metro area: $132,875
Median sales price per square foot
Dallas, TX metro area:
– Median sales price per square foot: $219
– One-year change: +26.1%
Metros with highest median sales price per square foot
#1. San Francisco, CA metro area: $1,103
#2. San Jose, CA metro area: $924
#3. Kahului, HI metro area: $923
Metros with lowest median sales price per square foot
#1. Pine Bluff, AR metro area: $75
#2. Carbondale, IL metro area: $87
#3. Peoria, IL metro area: $88
Sales to list price ratio
Dallas, TX metro area:
– Average sales to list price ratio: 1.05
– One-year change: +0.02
Metros with highest sales to list price ratio
#1. Rochester, NY metro area: 1.16
#2. San Francisco, CA metro area: 1.11
#3. Oakland, CA metro area: 1.11
Metros with lowest sales to list price ratio
#1. Weirton, WV metro area: 0.96
#2. Carbondale, IL metro area: 0.96
#3. Pine Bluff, AR metro area: 0.96
Homes sold with price drops
Dallas, TX metro area:
– Homes sold with price drops: 9.1%
– One-year change: -0.3%
Metros with most homes sold with price drops
#1. New York, NY metro area: 25.9%
#2. Chico, CA metro area: 25.1%
#3. Medford, OR metro area: 24.6%
Metros with least homes sold with price drop
#1. Columbia, MO metro area: 0.0%
#2. Evansville, IN metro area: 0.0%
#3. Hilton Head Island, SC metro area: 0.0%
Off market in two weeks
Dallas, TX metro area:
– Off market in two weeks: nan%
– One-year change: +nan%
Metros with the most homes off market in two weeks
#1. Rochester, NY metro area: 88.3%
#2. Kalamazoo, MI metro area: 81.8%
#3. Ames, IA metro area: 81.3%
Metros with the least homes off market in two weeks
#1. Urban Honolulu, HI metro area: 2.7%
#2. Morristown, TN metro area: 4.2%
#3. Oshkosh, WI metro area: 4.7%
Months of supply
Dallas, TX metro area:
– Months of supply: 7.0 months
– One-year change: +1.0 months
Metros with the most months of supply
#1. Lubbock, TX metro area: 177.8 months
#2. Brownsville, TX metro area: 31.8 months
#3. Lafayette, IN metro area: 24.2 months
Metros with least months of supply
#1. Greenville, NC metro area: 3.5 months
#2. Lewiston, ME metro area: 3.7 months
#3. Wichita, KS metro area: 3.8 months
This story originally appeared on ZeroDown and was produced and distributed in partnership with Stacker Studio. | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-weekly-real-estate-update-10/ | 2022-06-20T14:29:52 | 1 | https://cw33.com/news/local/dallas-weekly-real-estate-update-10/ |
FORT WORTH, Texas — An 18-year-old from South Korea has won the 16th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, one of the top showcases for the world's best pianists.
The competition held in Fort Worth, Texas, ended Saturday night with Yunchan Lim becoming the competition's youngest winner of the gold medal. His winnings include a cash award of $100,000 and three years of career management.
The silver medalist was Anna Geniushene, a 31-year-old from Russia, and the bronze medalist is Dmytro Choni, a 28-year-old from Ukraine.
Lim told the Fort Worth Star-Telegram that he'll discuss with his teacher what the next move for his career should be.
“I am still a student and I feel like I have to learn a lot still,” Lim said. “This is a great competition and I feel the burden of receiving this great honor and award so I will just push myself to live up to the honor I received today.”
The competition was founded in 1962 in honor of the celebrated pianist Van Cliburn, who lived in Fort Worth. Cliburn, who died in 2013 at age 78, played for U.S. presidents, royalty and heads of state around the world. He is best remembered for winning the first International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow in 1958, at the height of the Cold War.
The competition is traditionally held every four years. This year's competition was originally scheduled for last year but was postponed due to the pandemic. | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/18-year-old-pianist-south-korea-wins-van-cliburn-competition-fort-worth/287-ccfa2625-9775-4a4d-a505-70f2ab4a8ad1 | 2022-06-20T14:32:12 | 1 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/18-year-old-pianist-south-korea-wins-van-cliburn-competition-fort-worth/287-ccfa2625-9775-4a4d-a505-70f2ab4a8ad1 |
NEW ORLEANS — An animal rights group has filed a federal complaint against the national sanctuary for federally owned chimpanzees once used for experiments.
A federal citation and Chimp Haven’s own reports about an escape and about deaths caused by fights among chimpanzees show the sanctuary’s care is poor, according to Stop Animal Exploitation Now.
The sanctuary in north Louisiana said it acted immediately after a female was attacked in April by others to which it was being introduced. That animal was euthanized in May. Another female escaped twice on June 2.
A U.S. Department of Agriculture warning letter said animal-handling rules were violated in both incidents. It also noted that Chimp Haven was going over its protocols for introducing and separating animals, and that trees near the second female's main enclosure have been cut to prevent future escapes.
Chimp Haven has cared for more than 500 chimps since it opened in 2005. Of these, 190 have died, including five due to aggression by other chimpanzees, it said an emailed statement.
Chimpanzees also attack and sometimes kill each other in the wild, said Michael L. Wilson, a University of Minnesota evolution anthropologist who studies chimpanzee behavior and biology.
“Killings ... have been documented at most long-term study sites across Africa” and “can occur suddenly and unpredictably, without obvious provocation,” he wrote in an email.
He participated in a 2008 study that found that attacks by other chimpanzees were the second most common cause of death over 46 years at one wild colony, behind only illness. Of 130 deaths, 17 — or 20% of the 86 for which scientists knew the cause — were due to attacks by other chimpanzees.
At Chimp Haven, the figure is less than 3%.
The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service gave Chimp Haven the warning letter in June 2021 because of the death of a female attacked by other chimps and two escapes in one day by another female. The inspector noted that the sanctuary had acted to correct problems.
In December 2021, the sanctuary reported to federal officials that one male had bled to death and another had died after attacks by others. The same month, it reported that seven animals had escaped through an unsecured skylight.
“Animal sanctuaries should keep animals safe and uninjured, not allow traumatic injuries requiring euthanasia, or escapes of potentially dangerous animals,” said Michael A. Budkie, co-founder of the Ohio-based animal rights group.
An emailed response for the sanctuary said, “The care and well-being of chimpanzees is our top priority at Chimp Haven.” It said there has never been such large-scale work to move chimpanzees “from research settings to a life that closely resembles life in the wild.”
This has involved introducing hundreds of animals to each other, because “chimpanzees need dynamic social groups to thrive socially, physically, emotionally and psychologically.”
Very occasionally such introductions haven't worked out, the statement said.
Wilson, the University of Minnesota scientist, wrote in his email, “Managing chimpanzees in captivity poses tremendous challenges, because chimpanzees are strong, clever, impulsive, and capable of violent attacks."
Captive chimps "are likely best off in many ways if housed in social groups with multiple males and females, but such groups also pose many challenges for management, including the risks of aggression,” he wrote.
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Chief investigative reporter Jonathan Dienst on crime, corruption and terrorism. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/gunman-with-assault-rifle-kills-1-injures-2-in-queens-ny-only/3741290/ | 2022-06-20T14:32:19 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/gunman-with-assault-rifle-kills-1-injures-2-in-queens-ny-only/3741290/ |
A baby missing for several hours Monday morning has been found safely in the care of family after carjackers stole a father's vehicle with the 1-year-old boy still inside, authorities say.
Police were looking for two suspects believed to have stolen a vehicle near East 117th Street and First Avenue around 6 a.m., the NYPD said. The carjackers allegedly threatened to shoot the car owner.
The carjackers took off from the East Harlem intersection with the vehicle and their victim's toddler riding inside.
Around 10 a.m., the department announced that the missing Honda Accord had been located and the child was found safely and no longer in danger.
It wasn't immediately clear if officials were still looking for two suspects in connection to the carjacking and kidnapping. | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/nyc-carjackers-steal-vehicle-with-1-year-old-baby-inside-cops/3741309/ | 2022-06-20T14:32:25 | 1 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/nyc-carjackers-steal-vehicle-with-1-year-old-baby-inside-cops/3741309/ |
TACOMA, Wash. — Thousands of athletes left it all on the field in Tacoma this weekend. It was the first Special Olympics Washington event in two years.
"Incredible to be back, over 1800 competitors this weekend,” said Tyler Bjork, the Director of Sports Development with Special Olympics Washington. “It's so exciting to be back, to see people competing especially here at track and field where we see so many of the athletes cross the finish line and really get amped up."
Athletes living with intellectual disabilities competed all weekend long on the Pacific Lutheran University campus in Tacoma.
"Here at Special Olympics we build relationships for life,” Bjork said. “Athletes from Othello meet folks from Federal Way, they create friendships and our state games are really an opportunity to see each other, hang out with each other again."
Athletes KING 5 spoke with said it's been a long two years, but it's great to be back doing what they love.
"It's awesome to us as athlete to do other things in life, we have some obstacles but it's fun," said Megan Lembcke.
Even though these athletes are going for gold, there were no losers on Sunday. Just winners, proving nothing is impossible, no matter their ability.
"Be yourself and be brave and other obstacles you might find in life," said Lembcke.
Staff with Special Olympics Washington said they are looking for volunteers for events throughout the summer. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/special-olympics-washington-spring-games-return-pandemic-pause/281-e25ebb0d-c643-4a24-8c75-8f9fefc5038a | 2022-06-20T14:33:40 | 0 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/special-olympics-washington-spring-games-return-pandemic-pause/281-e25ebb0d-c643-4a24-8c75-8f9fefc5038a |
Carmel pet stores wouldn't be able to sell cats, dogs under councilor's proposed ordinance
Carmel Councilman Adam Aasen wants to ban the sale of cats and dogs at pet stores in the city despite no businesses currently doing so.
It’s a proactive effort to ensure businesses that sell cats and dogs from puppy mills cannot do so in Carmel’s city limits, Aasen said.
“With this action, we won’t be affecting any businesses in Carmel,” Aasen said. “That’s not a preferable situation, to have to shut a business down. In Carmel, we always try to be proactive instead of reactive.”
Amendments to an existing city ordinance, sponsored by Aasen, are up for an initial reading before the Carmel City Council at its public meeting Monday. It will likely be sent to one of the city council’s committees for further review following Monday’s meeting.
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Aasen said Carmel’s existing ordinance already prohibits puppy mills in Carmel as well as prohibits pet stores from sourcing animals from puppy mills. The amendments Aasen has proposed for the ordinance would make enforcement easier for the city.
The amendments to the ordinance still allow “responsible, licensed breeders” to sell animals to consumers in Carmel, Aasen said. It also allows pet stores to continue partnering with animal rescue organizations to show adoptable cats and dogs.
“This is not trying to stop breeding in Carmel. We haven’t gotten a single complaint from breeders since we toughened the ordinance a few years ago,” Aasen said.
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“If you’re a breeder and doing things responsibly, nobody is going to be calling the police or code enforcement on you.”
In 2021, Illinois banned the sale of cats and dogs from breeders at pet stores.
As a result, Indiana in the last year has seen openings of new pet stores that sell cats and dogs, said Samantha Morton, the Indiana director for the Humane Society of the United States.
Morton said the Humane Society is encouraged by communities around Indiana, like Carmel, that are taking a proactive approach to banning the sale of cats and dogs at pet stores.
“Where you live in a city, you don’t necessarily have control over where that puppy mill is operating because a lot of times these puppy mills are located in rural areas, either within Indiana or Iowa or Missouri,” Morton said.
“But communities have control over what they allow in their communities and the businesses that would sell these types of animals. These communities have a choice and impact in making a humane decision in moving forward with an ordinance like this.”
Additionally, Morton said the concern over the sale of cats and dogs in pet stores is not just an animal welfare, but a consumer protection issue.
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“A lot of times these people are buying really expensive dogs and these pet stores that often will get a sick puppy where they’re kind of forced to not only if they finance it, but also if the dog is sick, they have to take it to the vet and herd those kinds of costs,” Morton said.
But Jennifer Clark, director of legislative outreach for the American Kennel Club, said in an email to IndyStar that the retail sales bans can “exacerbate” the problem of bad breeders and sellers.
“The most effective way to shut down irresponsible breeders, rescues or pet sellers is to stop them from making money from the sale or transfer of unhealthy pets,” Clark wrote. “Retail bans remove the choice to obtain a puppy from a regulated, licensed pet store that provides consumer protections and health history of the pet. In many cases, bans then push future pet owners to the internet where sick puppies and scams are common.”
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In addition, retail bans can have an impact on legitimate breed rescue, Clark wrote.
“As written, this proposal would not just limit stores to sourcing from shelters and rescues. It would go further to only allow them to source from rescues with no affiliations with breeders,” Clark wrote. “This could have a significant impact on legitimate breed rescue efforts.”
Carmel City Council meets Monday at 6 p.m. at Carmel City Hall, 1 Civic Square.
Contact IndyStar's Carmel and Westfield reporter Brittany Carloni at brittany.carloni@indystar.com or 317-779-4468. Follow her on Twitter @CarloniBrittany. | https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/hamilton-county/carmel/2022/06/20/carmel-councilman-adam-aasen-pet-stores-dog-cat-sales/7647544001/ | 2022-06-20T14:33:40 | 0 | https://www.indystar.com/story/news/local/hamilton-county/carmel/2022/06/20/carmel-councilman-adam-aasen-pet-stores-dog-cat-sales/7647544001/ |
317 Project: She used to sell hair products door-to-door. Now she owns a diamond store.
The 317 Project tells stories of life in all of Indianapolis’ vibrant neighborhoods – 317 words at a time.
Before selling fine diamonds under the sparkle of a chandelier, Joann Carter endured life’s bumps.
She grew up in the “projects” of Cincinnati, Ohio. Survived a teenage pregnancy. Relied on welfare. Lived in low-income housing.
“I came from nothing,” Carter, 63, said.
After graduating college in 1989, she moved to Indianapolis, got married and in two years had two more children.
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In 1994 Carter determined that “it was time to make some money.” Her husband worked, but it wasn’t enough.
She bounced between beauty salons and barbershops selling products until one day she met the woman that changed her life forever: an antique and jewelry store owner with more mink coats than she could sell.
Hitting the road, Carter eventually sold every coat in the store.
“She looked at me,” Carter said, “and said, ‘well, I guess it’s time to start selling jewelry.’”
Carter loaded $10,000 worth of diamonds and gold into the trunk of her car and continued the hustle – selling every one of those too – earning the nickname the Jewelry Lady, which hangs above her store today.
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In 2007, she opened her own shop, where her youngest daughter, Ashley Perryman, apprenticed during high school.
Playing with “every single tray of jewelry” in her mother’s safe, since childhood Perryman knew she’d work in jewelry.
Perryman joined her mom full-time in 2013 after college – but not without unfiltered mother-daughter friction.
Perryman’s new ideas clashed with Carter’s old-school outlook.
“We argued and fought,” she said, until Perryman quit and left, taking “whatever job I could get.”
Perryman wasn’t too proud to ask to come back months later, provided a few concessions, like switching from paper-and-pen bookkeeping to an electronic system, and, upgrading the aesthetic within their current location at 4507 East 82nd Street.
Love and loyalty prevailed.
“I thank God every day,” Carter said, “that I have her with me by my side.”
Contact IndyStar reporter Brandon Drenon at 317-517-3340 or BDrenon@gannett.com. Follow him on Twitter: @BrandonDrenon.
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AUGUSTA, Kan. (KSNW) — Butler County authorities and emergency services are actively searching for a woman that is missing about a mile and a half south of Augusta. The area is near Highway 77 and SW 112th Terrace.
Deputies confirm there was an ATV crash reported to them around 3:25 Saturday morning near that location along the Walnut River.
Family and friends say they are searching the area for 21-year-old Carley Bullard.
The Butler County Sheriff’s Office says it has been actively searching along the Walnut River. There is no word on what kind of injuries, if any, there could be associated with the morning crash.
Sheriff’s deputies say there is one woman missing at this time. | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/woman-missing-near-walnut-river-south-of-augusta-after-atv-crash/ | 2022-06-20T14:39:12 | 1 | https://www.ksn.com/news/local/woman-missing-near-walnut-river-south-of-augusta-after-atv-crash/ |
MEBANE — Authorities say a 28-year-old woman was arrested after striking her husband with her vehicle while he was walking along Turner Road.
Bethany Brooke Stapleton was charged with felony assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, inflicting serious bodily injury, according to a news release issued Sunday night by the Alamance County Sheriff's Office.
Stapleton was jailed June 9 in Alamance County on a $10,000 bond after being taken into custody in Georgia and extradited to North Carolina, sheriff's officials said in the news release.
On May 14, deputies responded at approximately 10 a.m. to the 1700 block of Turner Road, where Terrence Evans Jr. was reportedly walking when he was struck by a vehicle. He was taken to a local hospital.
Sheriff's officials said the investigation revealed that Stapleton struck Evans, and that she later left Alamance County and traveled to Georgia. | https://greensboro.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/alamance-deputies-woman-28-arrested-after-striking-husband-with-her-vehicle-while-he-was-walking/article_f2223820-f090-11ec-a27c-2bc0b2a052a4.html | 2022-06-20T14:47:57 | 1 | https://greensboro.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/alamance-deputies-woman-28-arrested-after-striking-husband-with-her-vehicle-while-he-was-walking/article_f2223820-f090-11ec-a27c-2bc0b2a052a4.html |
New York’s new law barring sales of bullet-resistant vests to most civilians doesn't cover the type of armor worn by the gunman who killed 10 people at a Buffalo supermarket, a gap that could limit its effectiveness in deterring future military-style assaults.
During the May 14 attack, Payton Gendron wore a steel-plated vest, an armor strong enough to stop a handgun round fired by a store security guard who tried to halt Gendron's rampage.
A law hastily enacted by state lawmakers after the attack restricts sales of vests defined as “bullet-resistant soft body armor.”
Soft vests, which are light and can be concealed beneath clothing, can be effective against pistol fire. Vests carrying steel, ceramic or polyethylene plates, which can potentially stop rifle rounds, aren't explicitly covered by the legislation.
That has left some retailers confused about what they can and can’t sell — and lawmakers talking about a possible fix.
“I know you said soft vests, but what about hard armor plates, plate carriers, or armors that aren’t vests, but clothing that provide protection. Is that also prohibited? It is so vague,” said Brad Pedell, who runs 221B Tactical, a tactical gear and body armor store in New York City. He said his store tends to sell more hard-plated armor than the soft type being banned.
With the toughest armor still allowed to be sold, “I’m not convinced that this legislation is very meaningful,” said Warren Eller, a public policy professor at the John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
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Assemblymember Jonathon Jacobson, a lead sponsor of the legislation, told The Associated Press he would “be glad to amend the law to make it even stronger.”
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, is also aware of the need for changes, her office said.
“Governor Hochul was proud to sign the groundbreaking new law passed by the legislature to restrict sales of body armor, and will work with the legislature to expand the definitions in the law at the first available opportunity,” it said.
Nationwide, there are few limits on sales of body armor. Before New York’s law passed, Connecticut had one of the few restrictions. It only allows people to buy it from dealers in person, not via mail order.
Pedell says many customers at his New York City store buy the armor for their own protection.
“It’s disappointing because residents are just scared, and they come to us because they are scared, and we offer help that makes them feel more confident, that they won’t get stabbed or injured or potentially killed,” Pedell said. “The fact (lawmakers) are taking that away, for whatever purpose they have in their minds, I find that really sad and unnecessary and morally wrong.”
New York's ban is aimed at stopping criminals from gaining an advantage over peace officers, or security guards like Aaron Salter, who was killed trying to stop the gunman's racist attack on the Buffalo supermarket.
Of the shooters who killed four or more people in a public space since 1966, 12% wore body vests, said sociologist James Densley, a co-founder of The Violence Project, a nonprofit think tank with a database on mass shootings.
New York's law restricts sales of soft bullet-resistant vests to people who work in law enforcement and the military, plus people in certain other professions that require protective gear. The list of what types of jobs qualify someone to buy armor, and which don't, is still to be determined by state officials.
The Department of State in New York said in an emailed statement that officials are reviewing the new law and plan to develop regulations for eligible professions that require the use of a body vest.
The leaders of the Deadline Club, the New York City chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, had urged Hochul to veto the bill citing concerns about whether it would make it tough for news organizations to buy armor for journalists who work in conflict zones or cover civil unrest in the U.S.
“I know a number of photographers who have worn protective gear as a precautionary measure while out in situations that may get violent,” said Peter Szekely, the group's advocacy chair.
New Yorkers are still allowed to own body vests and purchase them in other states, though Jacobson, a Democrat, said he would work to eliminate that option during the next Legislative session in January.
“We wanted to get things done as quickly as possible, and not let the perfect get in the way of the good,” said Jacobson. “Like all laws in New York State, we always try to make them better in the future. Of course we’ll try to make this law better.” | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/new-body-armor-rules-in-ny-miss-vest-worn-by-buffalo-killer/3740954/ | 2022-06-20T14:58:32 | 0 | https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/new-body-armor-rules-in-ny-miss-vest-worn-by-buffalo-killer/3740954/ |
In “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button,” Brad Pitt de-ages, changing from an old man to a young boy across the course of the film.
That's the work of Trent Claus.
In “Captain America: The First Avenger,” Steve Rogers transforms from a guy too skinny and weak to be inducted into the Army into a muscle-bound super-soldier.
That’s also a change created by the Lincoln visual effects artist, who has worked on more than 120 films and television productions, including 22 Marvel movies.
“Human effects. Making people look different, whether that be older, younger or thinner, or fatter, or taller, or shorter, or blue, that’s our niche in the market,” Claus said. “'I’ve become very closely associated with aging and de-aging in my career. I've probably done more of it than just about anybody on the planet.”
Claus, who recently moved back to Lincoln to open a satellite office of his company Lola VFX, got into the visual effects business after graduating from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a studio art degree.
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“I just really wanted to use my art degree in some way,” Claus said. “So I applied for positions with Disney and for toy companies and for trading card companies and some graphic design gigs and you know, just all over the country for various jobs. I hit up my friend who already worked in VFX and said, 'Hey, if anything else opens up, let me know.' And not too long thereafter, a matte painting position was going to be available. So I applied for that. And that's the one that I eventually got.”
Matte painting is literally, Claus said, painting on glass or computer an environment, scene or element in a scene that can't be assembled on a movie set, or for budget reasons, won't be assembled on site. “So it's creating a painting to fool the audience into thinking that that painting was there,” he said.
Embracing that role, Claus started to work his way up in the VFX world to become a compositor.
The last artist who touches the footage before it goes to the audience, the compositor takes all the elements in a film – matte paintings, live-action footage, blue screen footage and computer-generated effects, like spaceships and dinosaurs – and puts them together in a way that “makes it look like they were always from the same place and time.”
He made that jump by self-educating on Autodesk Flame, then the state-of-the-art composition software.
That was 15 years ago, a time when the software cost about $500,000, which made it impossible for most people to afford.
"It wasn't something that you could get at home and teach yourself on," Claus said. "So I would stick around after hours and when everybody had gone home, I trained myself on that.”
The composition software is no longer so pricy. And the technological changes have made it possible for VFX work to be done from almost anywhere as long as the work can be secured and produced on time.
That enabled Claus — who grew up in Lincoln, went to Southeast High and Southeast Community College before enrolling at UNL — his wife Jaime, who he met when both worked at the Journal Star, and their twin sons to move back to Lincoln, where he’s opened a Lola satellite office.
“We’re doing that with the hopes of doing everything we've done for the last 15 years, but from here in the Midwest,” he said, adding that the company plans to recruit students from UNL’s film, art and media arts schools to get their starts in the business without leaving the city.
Claus is now a visual effects supervisor, overseeing all the artists on a project, like “Black Widow,” the 2021 Marvel movie starring Scarlett Johansson, providing on-set input to directors about how effects will work in scenes and making sure that all the production elements come together on time.
That can be a good trick.
“We have to hit the all-important release date, the studio never wants to move the release date,” he said. “So however much production runs over and post-production gets shrunk, we still have to finish on time. It can really affect our home life for a couple of months.”
Claus still does some composition and matte painting. That allows him to do the aging-and-de-aging work for which he has won awards and let him fulfill a lifelong dream born in a Lincoln movie theater decades ago.
“On the ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ that's out right now (on Disney+), I got to do a lightsaber fight, a big battle between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin. Talk about childhood wish fulfillment. I was a ‘Star Wars' kid. Getting to play with lightsabers and Obi-Wan Kenobi, that's really exciting.”
100 best films of all time, according to critics
100 best films of all time, according to critics
For more than a century, there have been movies, and people paid to review them. The first film critic, W.G. Faulkner, began churning out weekly reviews in January 1912 .
Since then, movie criticism has retained countless core consistencies while evolving to keep pace with the medium itself. During this time, the two respective arenas have developed what some might call a symbiotic relationship. Movies often, but not always, depend on solid reviews to succeed, and movie critics rely on the emergence of new films to keep their jobs.
Furthermore, there have been periods of history during which the exchange of ideas between critics and artists have spawned new conventions or artistic movements. For example, the French film magazine, Cahiers du Cinéma—where both François Truffaut and Jean-Luc Godard worked as writers—played a vital role in the creation of French New Wave Cinema, which subsequently influenced a legion of auteurs. Meanwhile, there have also emerged a handful of famous critics over the decades, including Pauline Kael and Roger Ebert, whose unique interpretations of classic films have occasionally been heralded as works of art unto themselves.
Opinions are everywhere nowadays, but film critics still hold a certain amount of sway over how works are perceived. That might have people wondering: what are the best movies of all time according to critics? For the answer, Stacker gathered data from Metacritic (as of March 16, 2021), where movies are scored based on their aggregate critical reception. Movies not yet released to the public were not included.
Counting down from #100, here are the best films of all time, according to the critics.
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British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
#100. Lord of the Rings: Return of the King (2003)
- Director: Peter Jackson
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 201 minutes
The last film in the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy won 11 Academy Awards, the third movie ever to do so, along with “Titanic” and “Ben-Hur.” It is the most Oscar-nominated movie in history to win in every single one of its nomination categories.
New Line Cinema
#99. Chimes at Midnight (1967)
- Director: Orson Welles
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 119 minutes
Orson Welles not only directs but stars as the Shakespearean character Sir John Falstaff, drawing from the plays “Henry IV,” “Henry V,” “Richard II,” and “The Merry Wives of Windsor.” It was based on a play Welles wrote called “Five Kings,” which flopped on its opening night in New York City in 1939.
Internacional Films
#98. Lady Bird (2017)
- Director: Greta Gerwig
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 94 minutes
After starring in a string of popular indie films, actress Greta Gerwig wrote and directed this comedy-drama about a teenage girl who comes of age in Sacramento, California, in the early 2000s. Featuring powerhouse performances from actresses Saoirse Ronan and Laurie Metcalf, the movie immediately distinguished itself as being the best-reviewed film in the history of Rotten Tomatoes .
Scott Rudin Productions
#97. We Were Here (2011)
- Directors: Bill Weber, David Weissman
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 90 minutes
In the early 1980s, San Francisco’s flourishing gay community was devastated by the AIDS epidemic, which delivered unfathomable amounts of suffering and loss. Revisiting those early days by way of interviews and footage, this 2011 documentary chronicles the immediate impact of the crisis and shows how the community united while taking on a tragedy of calamitous proportion.
Wiessman Projects
#96. The Gunfighter (1950)
- Director: Henry King
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 85 minutes
The premise of a gunslinger coming out of retirement might be cliché by today’s standards, but it was quite fresh when this Western debuted in 1950, making “The Gunfighter” a trailblazer of sorts. Furthermore, the movie’s reflective and psychological approach helped pave the way for similar and more successful fare like “High Noon.” In the film, a famous desperado (Gregory Peck) straps up the six-shooter for one final showdown, as he squares off against vengeful cowboys.
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Twentieth Century Fox
#95. Apocalypse Now (1979)
- Director: Francis Ford Coppola
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 153 minutes
When making his iconic Vietnam War movie, 1979’s “Apocalypse Now,” director Francis Ford Coppola endured many psychological and physical setbacks . Over two decades passed before he revisited the film, releasing this unabridged, digitally restored version in 2001, which included a host of previously cut scenes. Meanwhile, the original story remained intact. It’s about a soldier (Martin Sheen) who’s sent into the heart of the Cambodian jungle to assassinate a rogue colonel (Marlon Brando ).
Zoetrope Studios
#94. The Apartment (1960)
- Director: Billy Wilder
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 125 minutes
The comedy stars Jack Lemmon as an insurance company employee who lets the firm’s bigwigs use his Manhattan apartment for their trysts in hopes of getting a promotion. Fred MacMurray plays his boss, who is having an affair with an elevator operator played by Shirley MacLaine. During a break from filming, MacLaine made an uncredited cameo appearance in “Ocean’s 11,” which starred Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and the rest of the Rat Pack.
The Mirisch Corporation
#93. Meet Me in St. Louis (1945)
- Director: Vincente Minnelli
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 113 minutes
Judy Garland leads the cast of the popular family musical. Margaret O’Brien, who was 7, plays her little sister and was given a special Academy Award for outstanding child actress. Director Vincente Minnelli and Garland met while making the movie and later were married.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
#92. Schindler's List (1993)
- Director: Steven Spielberg
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 195 minutes
In the early 1990s, Steven Spielberg released one of his most personal and sophisticated films to date, about German industrialist Oskar Schindler (played by Liam Neeson) who became an unlikely savior to over 1,000 Jews during the Holocaust. Critics noted how the film represented a major step up for the director in virtually every regard. Proving just how pure Spielberg’s intentions were, he refused a salary when making the movie and donated his profits to a charitable foundation.
Universal Pictures
#91. Sideways (2004)
- Director: Alexander Payne
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 126 minutes
Despite its understated premise, this 2004 comedy-drama from Alexander Payne was a veritable phenomenon upon its release and had a discernible effect on the wine industry at large. Based on a novel, the film follows two close friends (Paul Giamatti and Thomas Haden Church) as they travel through wine country, encountering romance and excessive amounts of alcohol along the way. Winner of Best Adapted Screenplay at the Academy Awards, the movie earned rave reviews and over $100 million at the box office .
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Fox Searchlight Pictures
#90. Inside Out (2015)
- Directors: Pete Docter, Ronaldo Del Carmen
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 94 minutes
This inventive Pixar movie goes where no animated adventure has gone before: inside the mind of a young girl named Riley. That’s where viewers are introduced to Riley’s personified emotions, specifically joy, fear, anger, sadness, and disgust. When Riley’s family moves to a new city, her emotions must likewise learn to navigate entirely new terrain. Featured in the film are voices from a range of comedic talents, including Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, Lewis Black, and Mindy Kaling, among others.
Pixar Animation Studios
#89. Shadow of a Doubt (1943)
- Director: Alfred Hitchcock
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 108 minutes
In this 1943 thriller, “master of suspense” Alfred Hitchcock tells the story of young Charlotte 'Charlie' Newton (Teresa Wright) who gets a surprise visit from her Uncle Charlie (Joseph Cotten). When Uncle Charlie starts to exhibit some abnormal behavior, Charlotte begins to wonder if he’s actually a con artist and potential murderer.
Universal Pictures
#88. Amazing Grace (2018)
- Directors: Alan Elliott, Sydney Pollack
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 87 minutes
The performance of Aretha Franklin recording a gospel album was shot over two days in 1972 at the New Bethel Baptist Church in the Watts section of Los Angeles. Because director Sydney Pollack failed to use clapper boards to synchronize the film’s video and audio, the footage originally could not be used. It was not until many years later that Alan Elliott found a way to sync the film and the sound. Appearing briefly are Rolling Stones’ musicians Mick Jagger and Charlie Watts who stopped by to hear Franklin sing.
40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks
#87. The Wild Child (1970)
- Director: François Truffaut
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 83 minutes
Francois Truffaut directs and appears in the story of a feral boy found living among wolves in a forest. The French director plays a doctor who tries to teach and care for the child. The film is based on the true story of a boy found in 19th-century France who was given the name Victor and known as the “Wild Boy of Aveyron.” The real-life Dr. Jean Itard was chief physician at the National Institution for Deaf-Mutes, and his work was influential in the development of the Montessori teaching method.
Les Artistes Associés
#86. Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
- Director: Isao Takahata
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 89 minutes
The animated film from Japan features a young boy and girl struggling to survive in the last days of World War II. It was based on a novel of the same name by Akiyuki Nosaka. Nosaka’s book was inspired by the lives of the author and his younger sister, who died of malnutrition during the war in Japan.
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Shinchosha Company
#85. The Irishman (2019)
- Director: Martin Scorsese
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 209 minutes
The 3.5-hour epic stars Robert de Niro, Harvey Keitel, and Joe Pesci, all veterans of Martin Scorcese’s acclaimed mob movies, as well as Al Pacino, who had not worked with Scorcese before. The movie used “digital de-aging” techniques to portray the older characters as several decades younger. Nominated for 10 Oscars, it won none.
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56 Ridge Productions
#84. Mr. Turner (2014)
- Director: Mike Leigh
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 150 minutes
Proving that audiences and critics don’t always see eye to eye, this 2014 biographical drama from Mike Leigh is almost universally heralded by professional reviewers but completely hit or miss among general moviegoers. Chronicled in the film are the life and times of eccentric British painter J.M.W. Turner, played by Timothy Spall. Haunted by the death of his father and in possession of great talent, Turner engages in a range of controversial exploits, often to the disapproval of others.
Simon Mein
#83. The Manchurian Candidate (1962)
- Director: John Frankenheimer
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 126 minutes
Frank Sinatra stars in this 1962 thriller about a former POW who’s brainwashed into becoming a political assassin. Released at the height of the Cold War, the film kicked off what’s now known as Frankenheimer’s “paranoia trilogy. ” It opened to solid reviews but underperformed at the box office . In the time since, however, “The Manchurian Candidate” has garnered appreciation among a wider audience, and the film was even remade in 2004.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.
#82. Pulp Fiction (1994)
- Director: Quentin Tarantino
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 154 minutes
1992’s “Reservoir Dogs” might have put director Quentin Tarantino on the cultural map, but it was this 1994 masterpiece that made him a worldwide phenom. Weaving multiple Los Angeles-based storylines together in brilliant fashion, the film brings its viewers into Tarantino’s fully realized world of grit, violence, and wicked comedy. Indeed, between the iconic dialogue, the unconventional narrative, the distinct aesthetic, the killer soundtrack, the memorable characters, and the bevy of classic scenes, “Pulp Fiction” remains as vital now as it was upon its debut.
Miramax
#81. Taxi Driver (1976)
- Director: Martin Scorsese
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 114 minutes
One of director Martin Scorsese’s earliest feature films is also one of his best. That film is 1976’s “Taxi Driver,” and it stars Robert De Niro as Vietnam War veteran-turned-cabbie Travis Bickle. While cruising New York City at night, Bickle becomes increasingly disgusted with the filth that surrounds him, and he slowly descends into madness. Eventually, he emerges as a gun-toting madman, with multiple targets in sight.
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Columbia Pictures
#80. 45 Years (2015)
- Director: Andrew Haigh
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 95 minutes
True to its name, this 2015 drama centers on a couple who have been married for 45 years. As they plan to celebrate their upcoming anniversary, the husband (Tom Courtenay) gets word his first love—who disappeared decades ago—has been found dead in a melting glacier. The news has a discernible effect on the husband and causes him to act strangely, which consequently prompts his wife (Charlotte Rampling) to re-examine the man she thought she knew so well.
BFI Film Fund
#79. The Searchers (1956)
- Director: John Ford
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 119 minutes
John Wayne is a Confederate Army veteran who spends years obsessively tracking down the Comanches who kidnapped his niece, killed her family, and set their home on fire. The film has come under criticism for its racist views of American Indians. Wayne and director John Ford worked together on more than a dozen movies.
C.V. Whitney Pictures
#78. The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962)
- Director: John Ford
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 123 minutes
As far as the residents of Shinbone are concerned, the man who shot ruthless outlaw Liberty Valance was Ransom Stoddard (James Stewart), who went on to become a senator. However, when Stoddard comes back into town years later, he reveals he might not have been the shooter after all. As it turns out, Tom Doniphon (John Wayne) is the film’s real hero.
Paramount Pictures
#77. Dunkirk (2017)
- Director: Christopher Nolan
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 106 minutes
Director Christopher Nolan’s gripping World War II drama recounts the Battle of Dunkirk when hundreds of thousands of Allied troops were forced to evacuate a French coastal town as the German enemy closed in. From the first scene to the last, the film delivers a pulse-pounding ride, pitting various soldiers against what seems to be their inevitable demise. Some journalists criticized the film for its supposed inaccuracies , but critics and audiences definitely didn’t mind.
Warner Bros.
#76. Amour (2012)
- Director: Michael Haneke
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 127 minutes
Controversial director Michael Haneke puts a couple’s decades-long marriage to the test in this slow-moving, intricate work. Specifically, the movie centers on a pair of retired school teachers, whose loving marriage is manifested by a series of daily rituals. After the wife suffers a massive stroke, her condition deteriorates to the point that she’s no longer recognizable as the person she once was. Consequently, the husband must struggle with a range of emotions while acting as her loyal caretaker.
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Les Films du Losange
#75. Before Midnight (2013)
- Director: Richard Linklater
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 109 minutes
Richard Linklater’s heralded “Before” Trilogy began in 1995 with “Before Sunrise," and culminated with this 2013 effort. After dallying with romance during their previous encounters, Jesse (Ethan Hawke) and Celine (Julie Delpy) have finally tied the knot, and by the time “Before Midnight” begins, they’re going on nine years of marriage. As they and their two daughters vacation in Greece, however, cracks begin to show in the relationship, forcing the couple to once again evaluate a range of emotions and ideas.
Sony Pictures Classics
#74. Carol (2015)
- Director: Todd Haynes
- Metascore: 94
- Runtime: 118 minutes
Based on a novel by Patricia Highsmith, this quiet film from Todd Haynes stars Cate Blanchett as Carol, a gay housewife trapped in a loveless marriage. After sparks fly between her and a young woman (Rooney Mara), the two find themselves breaking free from the conventions of their time. Kyle Chandler and Sarah Paulson co-star.
Wilson Webb
#73. WALL-E (2008)
- Director: Andrew Stanton
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 98 minutes
Set in the distant (or not-so-distant ) future—where Earth has become uninhabitable—this 2008 Pixar feature follows the adventures of a lovable, trash-collecting robot. After boarding a massive spaceship, the robot discovers that humanity hasn’t exactly learned from its previous mistakes. Due to its somewhat bleak vision and an extended opening segment that’s virtually absent of dialogue, “WALL-E” is unlike any other film in Pixar’s catalogue. That said, it was still widely praised and financially successful—just like most of the studio’s output.
Sony Pictures Classics
#72. A Separation (2011)
- Director: Asghar Farhadi
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 123 minutes
Written and directed by Asghar Farhadi, this 2011 Iranian drama finds a married couple in the midst of a crisis. Specifically, the wife seeks a divorce and a better life abroad for her and her daughter, while the husband insists the family stay together in Iran and take care of his sickly father. As the dispute unfolds, the country’s own societal norms are put under the microscope. In addition to wildly positive reviews , “A Separation” received a slew of major awards, including an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film.
Sony Pictures Classics
#71. Zero Dark Thirty (2012)
- Director: Kathryn Bigelow
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 157 minutes
This taut dramatic thriller depicts the decade-long hunt for Osama bin Laden in the wake of 9/11, which eventually led to the terrorist’s assassination. At the heart of the investigation is a CIA operative named Maya, played to perfection by Jessica Chastain. Overcoming a range of political obstacles, Maya stays the course throughout the entire film and ultimately makes the final call as to bin Laden’s whereabouts.
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Jonathon Olley
#70. Anatomy of a Murder (1959)
- Director: Otto Preminger
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 160 minutes
A lawyer played by James Stewart comes out of retirement to defend a U.S. Army lieutenant accused of murdering a man (Ben Gazzara) who allegedly raped his wife (Lee Remick). George C. Scott plays the prosecutor in the story riddled with secrets. Jayne Mansfield turned down Remick’s part, and Gregory Peck was considered for the lead. The role of the judge was offered to Burl Ives and Spencer Tracy but in the end was played by Joseph N. Welch, a real-life lawyer who represented the U.S. Army in the 1954 anti-Communist Army-McCarthy hearings. He never memorized his lines and instead read them off a teleprompter, and it was his only movie role.
Otto Preminger Film
#69. The Hurt Locker (2009)
- Director: Kathryn Bigelow
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 131 minutes
Set during the Iraq War, this taut war drama follows a bomb squad maverick Staff Sergeant William James (Jeremy Renner) as he dismantles various explosives. Winner of Best Picture at the Academy Awards, the film is sustained by a near-constant sense of dread, as it seems like James’ life could vaporize at any given moment. Many veterans have taken the movie to task over its reported exaggerations but watching it makes for a genuinely gripping experience nevertheless.
Jonathan Olley
#68. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1938)
- Directors: Ben Sharpsteen, David Hand, Larry Morey, Perce Pearce, Wilfred Jackson, William Cottrell
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 83 minutes
Walt Disney’s legacy might have started with a mouse named Mickey, but it was this 1938 animated feature that kicked off the studio’s cinematic streak. Based on a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, the movie follows Snow White as she flees from an evil queen and seeks shelter with a group of highly personable dwarfs. At one point during production, Disney mortgaged his own house to secure more financing . Needless to say, the effort paid off handsomely, especially in the long run .
Disney
#67. Collective (2020)
- Director: Alexander Nanau
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 109 minutes
A determined group of journalists, activists, and victims takes on corruption and fraud in Romania following a devastating nightclub fire that killed 27 people and injured 180. Dozens of burn victims died in the months that followed from infections they acquired while hospitalized. Former President Barack Obama listed the documentary as one of his favorite films in 2020.
Alexander Nanau Production
#66. Double Indemnity (1944)
- Director: Billy Wilder
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 107 minutes
In this noirish thriller from Billy Wilder, an insurance agent (Fred MacMurray) gets lured into a murderous scheme by his client’s wife (Barbara Stanwyck). Not only do the pair plot the murder of the woman’s husband, but thanks to a double indemnity clause in the victim’s insurance plan, they hope to walk away with twice the fortune. When adapting James M. Cain’s novel for the big screen, Wilder brought mystery legend Raymond Chandler on board as a co-writer, though the two men reportedly hated working with one another . Nevertheless, the script would go on to receive an Oscar nomination, while the film endures to this day as a genuine classic.
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Paramount Pictures
#65. Woodstock (1970)
- Director: Michael Wadleigh
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 184 minutes
The film capturing Woodstock , the three-day musical festival in 1969 that came to define a generation, won an Academy Award for Best Documentary, Features. It has a treasure trove of performances by The Who, Joan Baez, Richie Havens, Joe Cocker, Jimi Hendrix, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Santana, and more, with interviews and footage from the iconic site in Bethel, New York.
Wadleigh-Maurice
#64. I Am Not Your Negro (2016)
- Director: Raoul Peck
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 93 minutes
Using an unfinished novel by writer and social critic James Baldwin as its foundation, this award-winning documentary explores the history of race in America. Against a harrowing tapestry of archival footage, actor Samuel L. Jackson reads excerpts from “Remember This House,” Baldwin’s intended tribute to Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., and Medgar Evers. Interspersed throughout are interviews with Baldwin himself, whose words continue to emanate with poignancy to this day.
Arte France
#63. Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019)
- Director: Céline Sciamma
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 122 minutes
Set in 18th-century France, “Portrait of a Lady on Fire” tells the story of the relationship that develops between an aristocratic bride-to-be and a young woman commissioned to paint her wedding portrait. The film has only brief lines of dialogue by men, and it has no musical score.
Lilies Films
#62. My Fair Lady (1964)
- Director: George Cukor
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 170 minutes
The musical classic stars Sir Rex Harrison as Professor Henry Higgins whose task is to transform a Cockney working-class girl—Eliza Doolittle played by Audrey Hepburn—into a presentable member of high society. Actors James Cagney, Cary Grant, Rock Hudson, Peter O'Toole, and Sir Michael Redgrave all were considered for the male lead before Harrison, who played Higgins on Broadway, was selected. Hepburn took lessons with a vocal coach and expected to do her own singing, but in the end most of her numbers were dubbed.
Warner Bros.
#61. The Social Network (2010)
- Director: David Fincher
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 120 minutes
Inspired by Ben Mezrich’s national bestseller, “The Accidental Billionaires,” this dark 2010 drama recounts the creation of Facebook, with Jesse Eisenberg starring as Mark Zuckerberg. While screenwriter Aaron Sorkin and director David Fincher definitely take some creative liberties, the result is a thoroughly compelling work about a brilliant misfit who ironically establishes the world’s most ubiquitous social network.
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Merrick Morton
#60. The Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
- Director: James Whale
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 75 minutes
The sequel to the 1931 film, “Frankenstein,” features Elsa Lanchester as Mary Shelley and as the iconic Bride with stitches on her face and silver streaks in her towering shock of hair, and Boris Karloff as the Monster. Their makeup reportedly took several hours to apply each day, and Lanchester used stilts that made her 7 feet tall.
Universal Pictures
#59. Toy Story (1995)
- Director: John Lasseter
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 81 minutes
The modern era of computer animation arguably begins with this original classic from 1995. In “Toy Story,” a cowboy named Woody (voiced by Tom Hanks) gets a little jealous when his owner, Andy, starts playing with a killer new toy named Buzz Lightyear (voiced by Tim Allen). Eventually, the two learn to get along, paving the way for a string of adventures that are still going to this day.
Pixar Animation Studios
#58. Small Axe: Lovers Rock (2020)
- Director: Steve McQueen
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 68 minutes
The film is a segment in the five-part “Small Axe” series that looks at the life of West Indians in London over the course of a decade. It was chosen for the 2020 Cannes Film Festival, which was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and it premiered at the virtual New York Film Festival.
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
#57. Beauty and the Beast (1991)
- Directors: Gary Trousdale, Kirk Wise
- Metascore: 95
- Runtime: 84 minutes
Disney was in the midst of a substantial comeback when it released this animated smash hit in 1991, about a cursed prince who’s doomed to exist as a beast, lest he finds true love and breaks the spell. While the movie is an indisputable classic with near-universal acclaim to show for it, some folks feel it conveys a bad message about tolerating unacceptable behavior . Of course, most would agree it’s a movie about learning to love someone for whom they are, and not for whom they appear to be.
Walt Disney Pictures
#56. Spirited Away (2002)
- Director: Hayao Miyazaki
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 125 minutes
In the annals of animated cinema, Japan’s Hayao Miyazaki is an absolute legend, with a bevy of renowned features to his name. Standing out from the pack is this acclaimed effort from 2002, which follows a young girl into a fantasy world run by all sorts of mystical beings, where humans are turned into beasts. Winner of Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards, the movie combines Miyazaki’s distinct visual style with a truly compelling story to downright masterful effect.
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#55. Fantasia (1940)
- Directors: Ben Sharpsteen, Bill Roberts, David Hand, Ford Beebe Jr., Hamilton Luske, James Algar, Jim Handley, Norman Ferguson, Paul Satterfield, Samuel Armstrong, T. Hee, Wilfred Jackson
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 125 minutes
The animated collection of works of classical music won an honorary Academy Award for its creation of visualized music and for advancing the use of sound in motion pictures. Accompanied by the Philadelphia Orchestra, the stories include “Night on Bald Mountain” and Mickey Mouse in “The Sorcerer's Apprentice.” The film’s creators considered, but abandoned, the idea of spraying scents into theaters such as jasmine for the “Waltz of the Flowers” segment and incense for “Ave Maria.”
Walt Disney Production
#54. Gravity (2013)
- Director: Alfonso Cuarón
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 91 minutes
Before wowing critics with 2018’s “Roma,” director Alfonso Cuarón unleashed “Gravity” in 2013. The film is about two astronauts (Sandra Bullock and George Clooney) who must fight for survival after their shuttle gets destroyed. By capitalizing on the latest 3D technology, the film brought viewers along for the ride, proverbially speaking. Between that and the engaging narrative, the movie earned heaping amounts of critical acclaim and over $700 million at the box office .
Warner Bros.
#53. The Lady Eve (1941)
- Director: Preston Sturges
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 94 minutes
Starring Barbara Stanwyck, Henry Fonda, Charles Coburn, and William Demarest, “The Lady Eve” depicts a trio of hustlers who target a wealthy brewery heir on board an ocean liner. The film is a classic example of director Preston Sturges’ use of quick, comical dialogue, a lively supporting cast, and bustling, energetic scenes.
Paramount Pictures
#52. Mean Streets (1973)
- Director: Martin Scorsese
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 112 minutes
This gritty 1973 movie wasn’t director Martin Scorsese’s first film, but it might as well have been. Made on a shoestring budget of just $500,000 (half of which reportedly went toward the soundtrack ), “Mean Streets” follows a small-time criminal named Charlie (Harvey Keitel) who struggles to reconcile his moral inclinations with his dangerous lifestyle. This film not only marked the first of many collaborations between Scorsese and actor Robert De Niro, but it furthermore cemented their respective statuses as veritable cinematic forces.
Warner Bros.
#51. Children of Paradise (1945)
- Director: Marcel Carné
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 190 minutes
The story of a 20th-century courtesan and her admirers was filmed during the Nazi occupation of France. Working on its crew were many members of the French resistance, and the production designer and composer, who were Jewish, had to work in secret and participate through intermediaries.
Société Nouvelle Pathé Cinéma
#50. The Grapes of Wrath (1940)
- Director: John Ford
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 129 minutes
John Steinbeck’s epic novel—about a Midwestern family that migrates to California during the Great Depression—leapt onto the big screen with this 1940 adaptation. The New York Times movie critic Frank Nugent wrote such an expert review of the work that he was subsequently hired by Fox Studios as a script-doctor . The film also won John Ford an Academy Award for Best Director.
Twentieth Century Fox
#49. Don't Look Now (1973)
- Director: Nicolas Roeg
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 110 minutes
A married couple played by Julie Christie and Donald Sutherland are mourning the death of their daughter when they meet a psychic in Venice who says she can see their lost child. The two leads met initially on the set, and the first scene they shot was the film’s well-known sex scene. The scene was removed by censors when the movie was released in Ireland, and it had to be cut by nine frames, which was less than a half second, to avoid being rated X in the United States.
Casey Productions
#48. Rocks (2021)
- Director: Sarah Gavron
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 93 minutes
“Rocks” is the story of a teenage girl and her brother struggling to survive on the streets of London after being abandoned by their mother. Written by Nigerian British playwright and screenwriter Theresa Ikoko and film and television writer Claire Wilson, the movie was made with a mostly female crew.
Fable Pictures
#47. Parasite (2019)
- Director: Bong Joon-ho
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 132 minutes
“Parasite” depicts the intersection of a poor family living in a squalid basement with members of a wealthy family living in a mansion in Seoul. Made with subtitles, it was the first non-English language film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. It also won Oscars for best director and for best original screenplay.
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#46. Ratatouille (2007)
- Director: Brad Bird
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 111 minutes
The legendary Brad Bird co-wrote and co-directed this Pixar classic, about an epicurean rat named Remy (voiced by Patton Oswalt) who puts his cooking skills to the test in the kitchen of a French restaurant. To avoid exposure, Remy hides inside the hat of a bumbling kitchen worker and controls the worker’s movements by pulling on his hair. Not only was this animated flick a huge hit with critics , but it features an elitist food critic in a prominent role.
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Pixar Animation Studios
#45. Nashville (1975)
- Director: Robert Altman
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 160 minutes
The ensemble cast of “Nashville” features Karen Black, Ned Beatty, Lily Tomlin, Keith Carradine, Geraldine Chaplin, and Henry Gibson. The songs were written and performed by the actors themselves, and Carradine’s “I’m Easy” won an Oscar and a Golden Globe. The movie was nominated for a record 11 Globe awards, including acting nods to Chaplin, Gibson, Tomlin, Ronee Blakley, and Barbara Harris.
ABC Entertainment
#44. Killer of Sheep (2007)
- Director: Charles Burnett
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 80 minutes
Primarily shot by writer/director Charles Burnett in 1972 and 1973, this compelling drama wasn’t released to the public until 2007, since that was how long it took to clear all the music rights . Brimming with both vision and relevancy, the film centers on an African American slaughterhouse worker who experiences dissatisfaction in both his professional and personal life. Told through a series of episodic events, the movie pits its protagonist against a host of obstacles and temptations, with all the action taking place in L.A.’s Watts neighborhood.
Milestone Films
#43. 12 Years a Slave (2013)
- Director: Steve McQueen
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 134 minutes
Author Solomon Northup’s memoir provided the basis for this historical drama from Steve McQueen. In the film, Northup (Chiwetel Ejiofor) is enjoying life as a free man up North, until he’s abducted by criminals and sold into slavery down South. What follows over the course of 12 years is nothing short of tragic, as Northup and his peers suffer a range of abuses at the hands of an alcoholic slave owner (Michael Fassbender). The movie won three Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
Jaap Buitendijk
#42. The Maltese Falcon (1941)
- Director: John Huston
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 100 minutes
In this 1941 mystery, Humphrey Bogart plays private detective Sam Spade, one of his most iconic roles. In the film, Spade must navigate through a treacherous maze of murder and betrayal, as he searches high and low for a priceless missing statue, the Maltese Falcon. Along the way, he crosses paths with three dangerous criminals and one devious dame.
Warner Bros.
#41. Rosemary's Baby (1968)
- Director: Roman Polanski
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 137 minutes
Some thoroughly haunting theme music sets the tone for this bone-chilling horror flick from Roman Polanski, in which a woman gets mysteriously impregnated. She soon finds herself in the midst of a terrifying conspiracy. Starring as Rosemary is actress Mia Farrow, who brings the ideal amount of innocence and fear to the role. As a series of ghastly events unfolds, Rosemary begins to wonder if she’s carrying the spawn of Satan himself.
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Paramount Pictures
#40. Manchester by the Sea (2016)
- Director: Kenneth Lonergan
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 137 minutes
Modern dramas don’t get much more depressing than this one from 2016. The film is about a traumatized handyman named Lee Chandler (Casey Affleck) who’s asked to look after his nephew after his brother dies. Haunted by his past mistakes, Lee struggles to fulfill his parental duties or even forge a connection with his newfound housemate. However, he ends up wallowing in remorse instead. Michelle Williams and Kyle Chandler co-star.
Amazon Studios
#39. 12 Angry Men (1957)
- Director: Sidney Lumet
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 96 minutes
Writer Reginald Rose adapted his own award-winning teleplay when he penned the script for this taut drama about 12 jurors who argue over the fate of a suspected murderer. Initially, every juror except Juror 8 (Henry Fonda) finds the defendant to be guilty. However, as Juror 8 breaks down the evidence, he slowly steers the verdict toward innocence. In the process, the respective prejudices of his peers come to the surface, vicariously causing all the more tension inside the room. Sidney Lumet directed.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.
#38. The Shop Around the Corner (1940)
- Director: Ernst Lubitsch
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 99 minutes
Margaret Sullavan and James Stewart play two sparring employees at a gift shop unaware that they are one another’s anonymous pen pals who are falling in love. The movie was the basis for the 1998 film “You’ve Got Mail,” in which the bookstore owned by Meg Ryan’s character is called The Shop Around The Corner.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM)
#37. Quo vadis, Aida? (2021)
- Director: Jasmila Žbanić
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 101 minutes
Set in Bosnia in 1995, “Quo vadis, Aida?” tells the story of a United Nations translator whose family seeks refuge when the Serbian army takes over their town of Srebrenica and commits mass slaughter. Director and writer Jasmila Žbanić lived in Sarajevo during the Serbian siege. The film was submitted by Bosnia and Herzegovina in the International Feature Film category of the Academy Awards.
Coop99 Filmproduktion
#36. Ran (1985)
- Director: Akira Kurosawa
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 162 minutes
From influential filmmaker Akira Kurosawa comes this 1985 epic, which sets Shakespeare’s “King Lear” in Medieval Japan. After a warlord decides to leave his fiefdom to his three sons, the sons square off against one another over rights to the land. Kurosawa was 75 years old and in poor health when he made the film. For those reasons and more, critic Roger Ebert wondered if “Ran” was as inspired by the director’s own life as it was Shakespeare’s famous play.
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Greenwich Film Productions
#35. Roma (2018)
- Director: Alfonso Cuarón
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 135 minutes
Winner of the Golden Lion Award at the 2018 Venice Film Festival, Alfonso Cuarón’s “Roma” takes place in the early 1970s and depicts a year in the life of a middle-class family in Mexico City. Cuarón based the black-and-white film on his own childhood experiences , making this project arguably his most personal one to date. According to critics , it’s also one of his best.
Esperanto Filmaj
#34. Dumbo (1941)
- Directors: Ben Sharpsteen, Bill Roberts, Jack Kinney, John Elliotte, Norman Ferguson, Samuel Armstrong, Wilfred Jackson
- Metascore: 96
- Runtime: 64 minutes
“Dumbo” is the beloved story of a baby elephant ridiculed for his giant ears. It was Disney’s most financially successful movie at the time, following the costly productions of “Pinocchio” and “Fantasia.” Cels from the movie are extremely rare. Most were fragile and were destroyed.
Walt Disney Productions
#33. American Graffiti (1973)
- Director: George Lucas
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 110 minutes
George Lucas might be best known today as the man behind “Star Wars,” but in 1973, he released this nostalgic comedy, which couldn’t have been more different from the famous space opera in terms of tone and narrative. Set in the early 1960s, the movie follows a bunch of high school graduates as they cruise around town for one last time before heading off to college. Bringing their adventures to life is a range of comic exchanges and an endlessly listenable soundtrack of classic oldies. Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, and young Harrison Ford star.
Universal Pictures
#32. A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)
- Director: Elia Kazan
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 122 minutes
One of just two films in history to win three Academy Awards for acting , this 1951 adaptation of a Tennessee Williams play centers on the contemptuous relationship between Blanche DuBois (Vivien Leigh) and her brother-in-law, Stanley Kowalski (Marlon Brando). As the two continuously butt heads while living under the same roof, Blanche’s mysterious and troubled past comes back to haunt her. Meanwhile, Stanley’s wife, Stella (Kim Hunter), finds herself stuck in the middle of the ongoing battle.
Warner Bros.
#31. Battleship Potemkin (1926)
- Director: Sergei M. Eisenstein
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 75 minutes
In honor of the Russian Revolution, “Battleship Potemkin” tells of sailors in the Imperial Russian Navy staging a mutiny. Its famed sequence on the Potemkin Stairs shows a massacre of unarmed civilians. When Joseph Stalin came to power in the Soviet Union, the film’s written introduction by Leon Trotsky was replaced by a Vladimir Lenin quote. The famed glorification of rebellion originally was banned in France, England, and in the United States.
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Goskino
#30. Psycho (1960)
- Director: Alfred Hitchcock
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 109 minutes
More than just a groundbreaking horror film, Alfred Hitchcock’s “Psycho” changed the face of cinema itself . Experimental for its time, the movie opens in a small town, where a dissatisfied bank employee (Janet Leigh) decides to take off with a bag full of money. However, what at first appears to be a compelling thriller turns into something far more sinister when the woman stops for the night at Bates Motel. There, she crosses paths with a lunatic named Norman Bates (Anthony Perkins), and the film itself abruptly changes course, to say the least.
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Shamley Productions
#29. 4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days (2008)
- Director: Cristian Mungiu
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 113 minutes
Set in 1980s Romania—where a communist regime has ruled birth control illegal and second-term abortion a crime punishable by death—this bleak social drama follows Găbița as she tries to terminate an unwanted pregnancy. Given her lack of options, Găbița and a friend visit a male abortionist, who expects sexual favors in return. Thanks to its claustrophobic premise and minimalist style, the film whizzes by at the pace of a white-knuckle thriller. It won the Palme d'Or at Cannes, among numerous other awards.
Mobra Films
#28. Gone with the Wind (1940)
- Directors: George Cukor, Sam Wood, Victor Fleming
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 238 minutes
“Gone with the Wind” chronicles the life of a spoiled Southerner named Scarlett O’Hara (Vivien Leigh) during the respective Civil War and Reconstruction eras. As Scarlett deals with a range of personal tragedies, she and Rhett Butler (Clark Gable) engage in an ill-fated romance.
New Line Cinemas
#27. Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)
- Director: Stanley Kubrick
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 95 minutes
Stanley Kubrick makes his first and only appearance on this list with this 1964 dark comedy. Starring Peter Sellers in three separate roles, the movie brings modernity’s worst nightmare to life, as it builds toward a nuclear showdown between the world’s foremost powers. Of course, “Dr. Strangelove” would be that much funnier were it not so prescient, even decades after its release.
Columbia Pictures
#26. The Third Man (1949)
- Director: Carol Reed
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 104 minutes
Author Graham Greene adapted his own novel when writing the screenplay for this 1949 film noir. It stars Joseph Cotten as pulp novelist Holly Martins who travels to post-war Vienna at the request of his friend, Harry Lime (Orson Welles). By the time Martins arrives, he’s shocked to discover that Harry has been killed in a mysterious traffic accident. Or has he?
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London Film Productions
#25. My Left Foot (1990)
- Director: Jim Sheridan
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 103 minutes
One of legendary actor Daniel Day-Lewis' quality performances is his turn as Christy Brown in this biographical film from Jim Sheridan. Afflicted with cerebral palsy, Brown learns to paint and write using only his left foot, becoming a successful artist in the process. To prepare for the role, Day-Lewis spent eight weeks at a cerebral palsy clinic in Dublin , where he learned how to paint and write using just his left foot. It’s also been reported the actor stayed in character throughout the entire shoot, never once getting up out of his wheelchair.
Ferndale Films
#24. The Wild Bunch (1969)
- Director: Sam Peckinpah
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 135 minutes
Starring William Holden and Ernest Borgnine, “The Wild Bunch” centers on a pack of aging Western outlaws taking on a final job in Mexico. Because it was so violent, it almost was given an X rating by the Motion Picture Association of America, which settled instead on an R rating. The making of the movie used more than 90,000 rounds of blank ammunition. The soldiers in the film’s climactic shootout were members of the Mexican Army hired as film extras.
Warner Bros./Seven Arts
#23. Jules and Jim (1962)
- Director: François Truffaut
- Metascore: 97
- Runtime: 105 minutes
The French New Wave masterpiece stars Jeanne Moreau at the center of a love triangle, and the relationship of the three—Oskar Werner as Jules and Henri Serre as Jim—over 25 years. The French movie actress pitched in to help the financially strapped production, contributing her own money and lending her Rolls Royce for carrying props.
Les Films du Carross
#22. All About Eve (1950)
- Director: Joseph L. Mankiewicz
- Metascore: 98
- Runtime: 138 minutes
Despite being several decades old, this heralded drama simply oozes with perennial primacy, putting show business in its crosshairs and hitting the target with a bulls-eye. In the film, an obsessive actress named Eve (Anne Baxter) finagles her way into a Broadway theater company, where she comes face to face with her supposed idol, Margo (Bette Davis). As it turns out, however, Eve doesn’t plan to worship Margo as much as she plans to replace her. “All About Eve” is among the most Oscar-nominated films in history .
Twentieth Century Fox
#21. Rashomon (1951)
- Director: Akira Kurosawa
- Metascore: 98
- Runtime: 88 minutes
The highly acclaimed “Rashomon” centers on a rape and murder as recounted by different people—a priest, a bandit, a victim, a woodcutter, and the ghost of a samurai. The title of the film has come to be used to describe different accounts or perspectives of an event. Winning top honors at the Venice Film Festival, it is considered to have been director Akira Kurosawa’s breakthrough onto the international film scene.
Daiei
#20. Hoop Dreams (1994)
- Director: Steve James
- Metascore: 98
- Runtime: 170 minutes
One of the most acclaimed documentaries of all time, 1994’s “Hoop Dreams” follows two high school basketball players from inner-city Chicago as they come up against various challenges in pursuit of their goals. Were this a Hollywood film, it would probably have a happier ending. Instead, it’s an utterly engaging snapshot of American life in its triumphs and failures alike.
New Line Cinemas
#19. North by Northwest (1959)
- Director: Alfred Hitchcock
- Metascore: 98
- Runtime: 136 minutes
The modern-day action genre might have well begun with this 1959 spy thriller from Alfred Hitchcock. It stars Cary Grant as a New York ad exec named Roger Thornhill who gets mistaken for a wanted spy and framed for murder. To clear his name, Thornhill embarks on an adventure of epic proportion, paving the way for a deadly showdown on Mount Rushmore.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.
#18. Some Like It Hot (1959)
- Director: Billy Wilder
- Metascore: 98
- Runtime: 121 minutes
This timeless comedy takes place in 1929 and finds two Chicago musicians (Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon) on the run after they witness the St. Valentine's Day Massacre. To stay hidden, the musicians disguise themselves as women and join an all-female band. Featured in the band is singer and ukulele player Sugar Kane Kowalczyk (Marilyn Monroe), for whom one of the musicians develops an affection. Hilarity of the highest caliber ensues.
Ashton Productions
#17. Pan's Labyrinth (2006)
- Director: Guillermo del Toro
- Metascore: 98
- Runtime: 118 minutes
This Mexican/Spanish film finds director Guillermo del Toro in top form. The film represents a formidable blend of fantasy, history, and drama. Set in 1944 Francoist Spain, the movie centers on a bookish young girl named Ofelia who’s forced to move in with her sadistic stepfather, an army captain. Still mourning the loss of her real father, Ofelia escapes into a fantastical labyrinth, where she’s told by a magical faun that she’s of royal descent. However, before Ofelia can fulfill her destiny, she must complete three gruesome tasks. Awash with inventive creatures and stunning set pieces, the film won three Academy Awards, including best makeup and best production design.
New Line Cinemas
#16. The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948)
- Director: John Huston
- Metascore: 98
- Runtime: 126 minutes
A quintessential movie about greed-fueled paranoia, this 1948 film stars Humphrey Bogart as Fred Dobbs, a down-on-his-luck American looking for work in Mexico. After catching word of buried gold in the Sierra Madre Mountains, Dobbs, his friend, and a prospector take off in search of the fortune. By overcoming a string of obstacles, the men finally get their hands on the gold, but they soon start to turn on one another.
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Warner Bros.
#15. The Lady Vanishes (1938)
- Director: Alfred Hitchcock
- Metascore: 98
- Runtime: 96 minutes
In “The Lady Vanishes,” a young woman searches for an older English governess she is convinced she met on board a European train delayed by an avalanche. The mystery deepens as others on board claim not to have seen her. Director Alfred Hitchcock makes his brief trademark cameo as a man smoking in Victoria Station.
Gainsborough Pictures
#14. Touch of Evil (1958)
- Director: Orson Welles
- Metascore: 99
- Runtime: 95 minutes
Orson Welles’ best film (according to the critics) not called “Citizen Kane” is 1958’s “Touch of Evil,” about murder and corruption in a small Mexican border town. Thanks to its dark and somewhat nightmarish atmosphere, the film deftly retains a sinister vibe from open to close. A domestic box office disappointment upon its initial release, “Touch of Evil” now ranks among the greatest films ever made. It stars Charlton Heston, Janet Leigh, Marlene Dietrich, and Welles himself.
Universal Pictures
#13. Pinocchio (1940)
- Directors: Ben Sharpsteen, Bill Roberts, Hamilton Luske, Jack Kinney, Norman Ferguson, T. Hee, Wilfred Jackson
- Metascore: 99
- Runtime: 88 minutes
The childhood favorite tells the tale of the little wooden puppet created by the woodworker Geppetto. It won two Oscars—one for best original song, which was “When You Wish Upon a Star,” and one for best original score. The expected budget for the film was $500,000, but it cost five times that amount to complete, and it was one of the most costly films of its time.
Walt Disney Animation Studios
#12. Intolerance (1916)
- Director: D.W. Griffith
- Metascore: 99
- Runtime: 197 minutes
The silent classic starring Lillian Gish visits four historical eras—ancient Babylon, Judea, 16th-century France, and early 20th-century America—where characters suffered under stifling social and political beliefs and systems. D.W. Griffith made the movie a year after his epic “The Birth of a Nation” was met with criticism over its racism and its sympathetic attitudes toward the institutions of slavery, white supremacy and the Ku Klux Klan.
Triangle Film Corporation
#11. Moonlight (2016)
- Director: Barry Jenkins
- Metascore: 99
- Runtime: 111 minutes
The debut feature film from writer/director Barry Jenkins, 2016’s “Moonlight” takes place in Miami and chronicles three separate time periods in the life of an African American gay man named Chiron. Growing up in a broken home, Chiron falls under the wing of a local drug dealer (Mahershala Ali). Later in life, Chiron becomes a drug dealer himself, all while still coming to terms with his sexuality. The film won many awards, including Best Picture at the 2017 Oscars.
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A24
#10. City Lights (1931)
- Director: Charles Chaplin
- Metascore: 99
- Runtime: 87 minutes
Director and star Charlie Chaplin thought about making the silent “City Lights” a talkie but opted not to do so. It has music and sound effects but no speaking. It features some of the comic artist’s best scenes as the Little Tramp in a boxing match, dodging a parade of elephants, and, after swallowing a whistle, being followed by a pack of dogs. It was one of Chaplin’s most successful films, financially and with critics, and is said to have been his favorite.
Charles Chaplin Productions
#9. Singin' in the Rain (1952)
- Directors: Gene Kelly, Stanley Donen
- Metascore: 99
- Runtime: 103 minutes
Hollywood legend Gene Kelly co-directed, choreographed, and starred in this wildly popular musical, which is widely considered the greatest of its kind . Set during the rise of talkies, the film finds the members of a production company struggling to keep pace with the industry changes. Featured in the film is an iconic song-and-dance number, during which Gene Kelly literally sings in the rain. Both critics and audiences love it.
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.
#8. Notorious (1946)
- Director: Alfred Hitchcock
- Metascore: 100
- Runtime: 101 minutes
Alfred Hitchcock is back on the list with this noirish thriller starring Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman. In the film, Bergman plays Alicia Huberman, a German woman who’s sent undercover to spy on the Nazis. But how far will she go to earn their trust? Noted French critic and filmmaker (and major Hitchcock fan) François Truffaut called “Notorious” a personal favorite, referring to it as the “very quintessence of Hitchcock.”
RKO Radio Pictures
#7. Vertigo (1958)
- Director: Alfred Hitchcock
- Metascore: 100
- Runtime: 128 minutes
Overlooked upon its initial release, Hitchcock’s “Vertigo” has since been reappraised and is now considered one of the greatest films ever made. It stars James Stewart as John “Scottie” Ferguson, a retired police detective who suffers from an irrational fear of heights. After being hired to follow a man’s wife (Kim Novak) around San Francisco, Ferguson becomes ensnared in a murderous plot. As the mystery unravels, he’s forced to confront his innermost desires and fears.
Universal Studios
#6. Three Colors: Red (1994)
- Director: Krzysztof Kieślowski
- Metascore: 100
- Runtime: 99 minutes
The final installment in Krzysztof Kieślowski’s “Three Colours” trilogy is also the Polish director’s final film. Blending elements of drama, romance, mystery, philosophy, and comedy, the movie takes place in Geneva, Switzerland. The film stars actress Irène Jacob as a model named Valentine. After discovering that her neighbor has a keen habit of eavesdropping on other people’s conversations, Valentine grapples with the moral implications and confronts secrets from her own past.
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MK2 Productions
#5. Boyhood (2014)
- Director: Richard Linklater
- Metascore: 100
- Runtime: 165 minutes
While audiences really liked this Richard Linklater film, the critics absolutely adored it. Shot over the course of several years, the movie depicts the exploits of its protagonist, Mason (Ellar Coltrane), as he goes from a young boy to a young college student. Like a number of Linklater’s films, this one gets its message across through a series of naturalistic scenes, which don’t build up as much as they flow together. Patricia Arquette and Ethan Hawke co-star.
IFC Films
#4. Casablanca (1943)
- Director: Michael Curtiz
- Metascore: 100
- Runtime: 102 minutes
According to legions of critics, this 1943 classic features one of the best screenplays ever written , and that’s just one among its many charms. Giving all that catchy dialogue its due is a cast full of talented actors and actresses, including Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. In the film, Bogart plays Rick Blaine, a club owner in Casablanca, who helps refugees obtain passage to America as they flee from the Nazis. As if Blaine’s life wasn’t complicated enough, his former lover, Ilsa Lund (Bergman), shows up seeking help for her husband. What ensues is the stuff that cinematic legacies are made of.
Warner Bros.
#3. Rear Window (1954)
- Director: Alfred Hitchcock
- Metascore: 100
- Runtime: 112 minutes
A pure exercise in suspense, Alfred Hitchcock’s “Rear Window” stars James Stewart as photographer L.B. “Jeff” Jefferies, who gets confined to a wheelchair after breaking his leg in an accident. Armed with a camera and his own insatiable curiosity, Jefferies starts to spy on his neighbors through his apartment window. At first, his habit seems harmless enough, until he thinks he witnessed one of his neighbors (Raymond Burr) committing murder. Grace Kelly co-stars.
Alfred J. Hitchcock Productions
#2. The Godfather (1972)
- Director: Francis Ford Coppola
- Metascore: 100
- Runtime: 175 minutes
Between its tremendous IMDb rating and flawless Metacritic score , 1972’s “The Godfather” endures as the perfect film among seasoned critics and casual moviegoers alike. It’s no wonder that famous critic Pauline Kael described it as coming “out of a merger of commerce and art." Based on the bestselling novel by Mario Puzo, the movie chronicles the ongoing exploits of the Corleone crime family, one of America’s most powerful underworld organizations. As the family’s esteemed patriarch (Marlon Brando) looks to transfer control, the youngest scion (Al Pacino) steps up to fill the void.
Paramount Pictures
#1. Citizen Kane (1941)
- Director: Orson Welles
- Metascore: 100
- Runtime: 119 minutes
Marking Orson Welles’ auspicious feature debut, “Citizen Kane” tells the story of its title character (played by Welles), a newspaper magnate whose rise to power comes at the cost of his own humanity. In the opinion of Roger Ebert, it’s the greatest movie ever made , though he’s far from the only critic to feel that way . Accordingly, the film hosts a dizzying array of groundbreaking elements, from the creative camerawork to the unconventional narrative to everything in between. More than a mere masterpiece, “Citizen Kane” is a historic work of art, which will continue to impress critics for decades, if not centuries, to come.
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RKO Radio Pictures
100 best films of all time, according to critics
For more than a century, there have been movies, and people paid to review them. The first film critic, W.G. Faulkner, began churning out weekly reviews in January 1912 .
Since then, movie criticism has retained countless core consistencies while evolving to keep pace with the medium itself. During this time, the two respective arenas have developed what some might call a symbiotic relationship. Movies often, but not always, depend on solid reviews to succeed, and movie critics rely on the emergence of new films to keep their jobs.
Furthermore, there have been periods of history during which the exchange of ideas between critics and artists have spawned new conventions or artistic movements. For example, the French film magazine, Cahiers du Cinéma—where both François Truffaut and Jean-Luc Godard worked as writers—played a vital role in the creation of French New Wave Cinema, which subsequently influenced a legion of auteurs. Meanwhile, there have also emerged a handful of famous critics over the decades, including Pauline Kael and Roger Ebert, whose unique interpretations of classic films have occasionally been heralded as works of art unto themselves.
Opinions are everywhere nowadays, but film critics still hold a certain amount of sway over how works are perceived. That might have people wondering: what are the best movies of all time according to critics? For the answer, Stacker gathered data from Metacritic (as of March 16, 2021), where movies are scored based on their aggregate critical reception. Movies not yet released to the public were not included.
Counting down from #100, here are the best films of all time, according to the critics.
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#18. Some Like It Hot (1959)
- Director: Billy Wilder
- Metascore: 98
- Runtime: 121 minutes
This timeless comedy takes place in 1929 and finds two Chicago musicians (Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon) on the run after they witness the St. Valentine's Day Massacre. To stay hidden, the musicians disguise themselves as women and join an all-female band. Featured in the band is singer and ukulele player Sugar Kane Kowalczyk (Marilyn Monroe), for whom one of the musicians develops an affection. Hilarity of the highest caliber ensues.
Ashton Productions
#3. Rear Window (1954)
- Director: Alfred Hitchcock
- Metascore: 100
- Runtime: 112 minutes
A pure exercise in suspense, Alfred Hitchcock’s “Rear Window” stars James Stewart as photographer L.B. “Jeff” Jefferies, who gets confined to a wheelchair after breaking his leg in an accident. Armed with a camera and his own insatiable curiosity, Jefferies starts to spy on his neighbors through his apartment window. At first, his habit seems harmless enough, until he thinks he witnessed one of his neighbors (Raymond Burr) committing murder. Grace Kelly co-stars.
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A bicyclist from Illinois was killed when he was hit by a pickup truck in Stutsman County.
The 20-year-old man from Northbrook, Illinois, was struck on state Highway 20 about 10 miles north of Jamestown, around 12:30 p.m. Sunday, according to the North Dakota Highway Patrol.
The pickup rear-ended the bicycle and pushed it into the ditch. The rider was declared dead at the scene. His name wasn't immediately released.
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Nearly 90 area high-schoolers earned a Gateway Technical College technical diploma, certificate or other credential in the 2021-22 academic year through the college’s high school academies program.
The program is designed to provide ways for students to gain career skills and earn college credits before graduating high school.
A total of 105 students completed a high school academy from 17 different area high schools in the school year, with all but 15 earning credentials in six different program areas. Last year, 47 students completed an academy.
Katie Graf, Gateway director of high school partnerships, said the academies give students the opportunity to gain industry-recognized credentials and college credits before they graduate high school. Many students have even secured positions at area companies with the skills they’ve gained through the programs, she said.
“The academies have a positive impact on those students on the skills and jobs they’ve gained, but also on the community which needs skilled workers for area businesses,” Graf said.
Students in the academies earn high school as well as college credits. The high-schoolers attend classes on a Gateway campus with a Gateway instructor which are set up in a cohort model, meaning the same group of students take the same classes as they work their way to earning a diploma or certificate.
A celebration was held to recognize students for their accomplishments. For more information on the academies, go to www.gtc.edu/hsacademies.
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MUNSTER — Call it pay to play.
Call it parkflation.
Call it what you will, but getting out and getting some fresh air in Northwest Indiana has been getting more expensive.
Centennial Park, which was long the town dump but has since been transformed into one of Northwest Indiana's nicest and most visited parks inland from the Lake Michigan lakefront, is the latest park in Northwest Indiana to impose user fees.
On Tuesday, the town of Munster will start to charge metered parking of $2 an hour or $5 a day to non-residents at the popular park at 901 N. Centennial Drive, near the intersection of Calumet Avenue and 45th Street. Centennial Park has been a popular destination with a lake, fountains, trails, public sculpture, formal gardens, an amphitheater, a clubhouse, a dog park, a 9-hole golf course and a hill on top of which one can see the Chicago skyline on a clear day.
People from across Northwest Indiana and the south suburbs frequent the 200-acre park, which grew even more popular during the coronavirus pandemic, to fish, stroll, climb stairs or just hang out. It's the site of the town's annual Fourth of July fireworks show and such a draw that developers have been building out the 235,000-square-foot Centennial Village development next door to bring restaurants, shops and condos next door.
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Metered parking also was imposed at Whiting Lakefront Park and Marquette Park in Gary's lakefront Miller neighborhood in recent years. The Indiana Dunes National Park just started charging $25 for between a day and a week to visit its beaches, trails and other sites — a new fee that enraged one Chicago man so much he posted a picture of himself flipping the sign off on social media after leaving the beach in a huff.
Munster is granting town residents passes that will let them register up to two cars for free. But town officials said they are now charging out-of-town visitors because property tax caps have hampered their ability to fund the operations of a park that's visited by an estimated 350,000 vehicles per year, many from Illinois.
"About 50% of users that drive to the park are from out of state," Town Manager Dustin Anderson said. "It takes about $600,000 to maintain the park to the community standard. Property tax caps have kept revenue for this use static for municipalities. Service demands and costs increase every year. A user fee was determined to be a reasonable way to generate funds to maintain the facility with minimal impact to residents."
The parking meters at Centennial Park are estimated to generate $250,000 in revenue a year.
"Any net receipts will be dedicated to Centennial Park maintenance," Anderson said. "A separate fund was created by council for this specific purpose."
The growing use of user fees to help fund parks in Northwest Indiana has raised concerns about the impact on accessibility and public health. Some activists are concerned such fees will deter low-income people from using parks and getting exercise.
"It’s definitely going to impact some populations; people on limited incomes such as some seniors, people with disabilities and anyone struggling with our current state of inflation," said Jessica Renslow, a community activist who has lobbied for accessibility in parks and public spaces. "It really opens a larger debate. One thing COVID-19 has showcased is a need for well-kept green spaces for all communities. My question is of the relief funding that was received from the federal level, how much was put into creating inclusive outdoor recreational spaces? Wellness is a hot subject these days, but how much actual funding is going to proven spaces that positively impact our communities?"
Munster residents first floated the idea of charging to park at Centennial Park, comparing the suggestion to what Whiting did at the Whiting Lakefront Park a few years ago after it underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation, town officials said.
Town Council members, park board members and park staff have been discussing metered parking for a year, Director of Parks and Recreation Mark Heintz said.
"After a lot of discussion, it was decided to engage with a parking management company. Centennial Park is the largest park in Munster and plays a vital role in the town’s vision to create a safe, healthy, active and connected community," he said. "By introducing a parking operation in which non-residents pay a nominal rate to park, the town is looking to recapture a portion of the expenses that are not covered by the property taxes that residents pay. Recently, as with many departments, the parks and recreation department is being faced with the reality of flat revenues as a result of the state-mandated tax caps while the expenses to maintain and operate the high-quality park system increase each year."
About half of the parks department's budget already comes from outside property taxes. Non-residents pay fees for dog park membership, shelter rentals, pool admissions, youth sports participation, other programs and facility usage.
While Munster residents will be able to continue to visit the park at no cost, out-of-towners will have to pay $2 an hour or $5 a day between April and October or $120 for an annual pass. They can pay at one of the meters installed at the park or on the ParkByApp.
"The parking management company will be responsible for the tracking, payments and enforcement of this system," Heintz said. "These fees were determined by the subcommittee who recommended them as the suggested rates after considering different figures. Using a parking management company was seen as a positive choice so no town departments get overrun with a lot of new responsibilities. Enforcement of the system will be done via license plate reader technology at the entrance and exits of each parking lot."
The town reserves the ability to charge what it wants for parking for special events. People already paying for golf or the dog park don't have to pay extra for parking.
"Decision-makers with the town see the fees being charged at the park as a user fee for those that visit," Heintz said. "Annual memberships to the dog park or golf course at Centennial Park will also be eligible to register one vehicle as part of their membership. Daily golfers or driving range users can validate their parking in the golf pro shop."
People can pay for annual passes at the parking meters. The fees will help cover the estimated $300,000 a year it costs to maintain Centennial Park.
"The proceeds from this system will be used to help offset the expenses to maintain, operate and improve the town’s parks and recreation system including Centennial Park, special events, facilities and the expenses involved with a parking management solution," he said.
While Centennial Park has grown into a year-round destination many flock to for fitness or fishing, the amount of visitors to the park varies depending on the weather. More than 41,000 vehicles visited the park in April last year, while about 28,000 parked there last October.
"Actual vehicle parking may be increased due to summer months, which typically have nicer days and more activities in the park," Heintz said. "We don’t have any figures for visitors to any of the other parks, but understand that Centennial Park has become a regional, destination type of park. The fees were set at a price point to be attractive for visitors but to also capture funds to help offset their impact on the park."
The parking fees only apply to people who drive to and park at Centennial Park.
"Of course, anyone who decides to walk, ride their bike or get dropped off at the park will not have to pay any of these fees," he said. | https://www.nwitimes.com/business/local/watch-now-pay-to-play-munsters-centennial-park-the-latest-region-park-to-impose-parking/article_3ca2d1ec-1174-52f6-bcc2-c22cdfe5481b.html | 2022-06-20T15:18:17 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/business/local/watch-now-pay-to-play-munsters-centennial-park-the-latest-region-park-to-impose-parking/article_3ca2d1ec-1174-52f6-bcc2-c22cdfe5481b.html |
VALPARAISO — Valparaiso High School will allow students to get credits toward graduation by completing community service, the school board approved Thursday.
The course allows students to earn two high school credits for completion of approved projects or volunteer service that relates to a course in which the student is enrolled or intends to enroll.
For each student who wishes to earn credit under this law, the student, a teacher or a community or volunteer service organization must submit an application to the high school principal. It must include the name of the community service organization or volunteer service organization that the student intends to assist and the name, address and telephone number of the director or supervisor of the community service organization.
The application must also include the nature of the community service or volunteer service performed by the student with a certification that the service performed is voluntary. It must state the total number of hours the student intends to serve during the school year.
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In addition, the application must include a written statement by the student’s director or supervisor certifying that the application is an accurate reflection of student expectations and the community service or volunteer service organization’s need for the student service.
The application must also include a description of the educational or career exploration that benefits the student and school, the service and benefit the organization will gain, the description of how community or volunteer service relates to a course in which the student is enrolled, the manner and frequency the student will be evaluated and the name of the certified school employee who will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the student’s activity and performance.
In other business, the school board also approved a proposal to replace defective chilled water coils at VHS, which are typically used to cool or remove moisture from the air.
The process will cost $66,900.
The board also decided not to award a contract to any bidders regarding miscellaneous work at several elementary schools. Todd Van Keppel, director of buildings and grounds, said the prices were all higher than expected due to manpower availability, equipment procurement and competition throughout the state.
Keppel said they should reject the bids for two schools but should advertise for Thomas Jefferson Middle School, as the work needed there is more crucial.
The board also has a new schedule proposed for the remainder of the year. The next meeting is July 28, according to Superintendent Jim McCall. While the general schedule of the third Thursday of the month remains the same, several dates may change.
This was also school board member Karl Cender's last meeting. He was honored by McCall.
"Karl has been a tremendous, steady hand for Valparaiso Community Schools," McCall said.
Several school board members echoed the sentiment and provided him with a gift.
"He's just a good person," school board member Rob Behrend said. "I can't thank Karl enough. We are going to miss you."
Cender then expressed his thanks for the opportunity.
"I have enjoyed working in this role," Cender said. "To the Valparaiso community and constituents, thank you for always supporting our schools." | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/education/valparaiso-high-school-students-can-now-earn-credit-by-volunteering/article_32e9ab73-7f35-5326-b2de-643bd801350d.html | 2022-06-20T15:18:29 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/education/valparaiso-high-school-students-can-now-earn-credit-by-volunteering/article_32e9ab73-7f35-5326-b2de-643bd801350d.html |
GARY — Musical theater camp starts this week at the 21st Century Charter School in Gary.
The school at 1440 East 35th Avenue will host the creative arts camp from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday until July 3. Students can still enroll.
"The whole concept is we are taking popular songs from 'The Wiz,' 'Annie Get Your Gun' and different popular musicals like that," said organizer McKenya Dilworth Smith, who also organized TEDx Gary and writes and directs plays. "We are interweaving the experiences of COVID. We have a 'COVID Chronicles' that will come out. We put together an anthology of young writers talking about their experiences. We've taken their essays and turned them into monologues. You might hear a popular song during 'The Wiz' and then hear a monologue about how alienated they felt during the COVID pandemic."
The summer camp will run for 10 days. At the end, there will be a theater production. It's not just for theater kids.
"I think it's for everyone, 7th grade through 10th grade," she said. "Seventh grade is when they're really coming into their personalities. They like music. They're not sure if they really want to do theater, so we thought musical theater could attract everybody and anybody. We want to entice them with the music because sometimes theater doesn't really catch our scholars the way we want it to. They have a preconceived notion of what theater is. But then when you introduce them to theater, they say, 'This is what theater is? This is great. This is lovely. I can be someone else. I love this.'"
"That's the best price in town," she said. "It's an opportunity for young people to have in-person experience. We're hopefully at the end of the pandemic. This is an in-person experience where you can really do something."
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In 2012 Griffith High School graduate Kimberly Anyce Lindsay lost her life to gun violence; however her legacy continues on through an organization that empowers girls to achieve their dreams. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/gary/musical-theater-camp-taking-place-at-21st-century-charter-school/article_4feddb03-dbcc-5628-a36b-c0029d4e9e19.html | 2022-06-20T15:18:36 | 0 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/gary/musical-theater-camp-taking-place-at-21st-century-charter-school/article_4feddb03-dbcc-5628-a36b-c0029d4e9e19.html |
ATLANTA — As if traveling weren't stressful enough for some, passengers making their way through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Monday morning are dealing with issues due to a water main break.
Airport officials said the problem is on Concourse B. They said the majority of the flights are operating as scheduled, however, there are limited restrooms and all concessions, including restaurants, are closed.
They said repairs are underway and an investigation into the cause of the water main break is "ongoing."
This is a developing story. Check back often for new information.
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JACKSON COUNTY, Ga. — A 16-year-old boy died on Friday when he was pinned by a piece of heavy construction equipment at a rock quarry.
Jackson County Sheriff Janis Mangum said he was with the crew at the Georgia Rock Quarry when the incident happened.
The county coroner identified the teen as Brian Thigpen. He said he was just one month shy of his 17th birthday.
The sheriff said the construction crew was Tera Excavation out of Jefferson County. It is unclear if Thigpen was an employee with the company.
OSHA and the sheriff's office are continuing the investigation.
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ATLANTA — School administrators from across the state will gather in Columbus this week to discuss improving school safety measures as the nation continues to struggle with gun violence.
Representatives from nearly every school district in Georgia will take part in the Georgia School Safety and Homeland Security Conference beginning Tuesday at the Columbus Convention and Trade Center. It will be the largest conference ever and for the first time will take place over three days.
The recent school shooting in Uvalde, Texas will be on the minds of many. Part of the conference will focus on stopping gun violence before it happens.
Speakers will include Frank Straub with the Center for Mass Violence Response Studies, who will discuss how parents and administrators ended the deadly plot of a student in rural Michigan in 2018. Friends of the teen neglected to report the existence of a notebook that was filled with disturbing images and ingredients for a bomb.
“People tried to do the right thing and in fact in aspects of this did do the right thing,” Straub said. “We think that’s incredibly important because it shows the challenges of getting bystanders to come forward and to report things.”
Straub will discuss 170 cases of threats against schools nationwide and how they were stopped. Six of those cases are here in Georgia.
“It’s very important that educators, law enforcement, and community members are aware of the warning signs,” Straub said. “But I what I want to emphasize is the warning signs of somebody in need of help.”
While active shooters are the concern of the day, the conference will focus on a variety of issues that include bullying, human trafficking, and the opioid epidemic.
“The Newnan High School principal is going to talk about their continuation of operations after that tornado that hit the building,” Chris Allen of Georgia’s Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency said. “We’re going to have a COVID panel talk about how rural Georgia vs suburban Georgia vs come colleges had different responses.”
Allen says school districts will learn fresh approaches.
“So that they can have some reflection to say, hey, we’ve been doing it this way for ten years, let’s look at it from another angle,” he said.
An angle that could stop a school threat in its tracks. | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/georgia-school-safety-conference-columbus/85-ae039fa8-f79d-4958-8629-7b25abea6ed4 | 2022-06-20T15:20:06 | 0 | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/georgia-school-safety-conference-columbus/85-ae039fa8-f79d-4958-8629-7b25abea6ed4 |
WASHINGTON — A teenager is dead and three others are injured following a shooting at an unpermitted event near the 14th and U Street NW corridor Sunday, according to police.
DC Police Chief Robert Contee said a 15-year-old boy, two adults and an MPD officer were shot at a free music event known as Moechella just before 9:30 p.m. Several hundred people had gathered at the event.
Earlier in the evening, Contee said a large fight happened at the event around 6:30 p.m. MPD shut down the event as “unsafe.” DC Fire & EMS showed up to assist several people injured when they were trampled by people leaving the scene.
That's when another scuffle broke out, and four people -- including an officer -- were shot.
"We have a child who was killed today and there was not proper planning for the event," Mayor Muriel Bowser said. "With police managing a crowd someone used a gun and a child is dead – we need some accountability here."
Contee said none of the officers on scene fired their weapons, and at least one gun was recovered at the scene, off one of the victims. Three of the shooting victims are recovering at the hospital.
"All of this occurred over a span of about two hours," DC Police Chief Robert Contee said. "It was an unpermitted event by the Moechella group."
No arrests have been made yet.
News of the shooting comes just hours after police said a 16-year-old girl was shot and killed in the 4400 block of 3rd Street, SE.
RELATED: 4 shot, 1 dead within 4 hours in DC | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/multiple-people-shot-including-dc-police-officer-near-14th-u-streets-nw/65-ccc24664-b86c-44e1-ba4d-6e659bed9ec4 | 2022-06-20T15:20:12 | 1 | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/multiple-people-shot-including-dc-police-officer-near-14th-u-streets-nw/65-ccc24664-b86c-44e1-ba4d-6e659bed9ec4 |
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Gas prices are expected to keep climbing, which is one reason why people are putting down the fuel pump and picking up the charging cables.
"In the next five years, we are actually going to see 50 percent of our inventory being electric, or battery, or hybrid powered," said Mike Terrazas, general sales manager for BMW Corpus Christi. "That's just what's going on in the future."
With more cars plugging in, does this mean more strain on our electric grid?
RELATED: Texas plans to place charging stations for electric cars every 50 miles on most interstates
3NEWS spoke to transportation and energy expert Kara Kockelman at the Energy Institute of the University of Texas at Austin who said that’s not a concern.
"You could turn over the entire fleet of vehicles, that's cars and trucks, in Texas tonight-- and we would be able to plug them in," Kockelman said.
It would be about 30 percent more demand over the course of the day on a high capacity, high demand day, according to Kockelman. However, Kockelman said what we don't want to do is have everyone charge their cars at the same time.
"As long as we shift on those Summer afternoons, charging to the nighttime or the morning or midday when the sun is providing so much electricity to the Texas grid, we will be fine" Kockelman said.
Those who use electric vehicles spend one-tenth of the amount of money on travel than those who buy gas or diesel do, Kockelman said. And as for charging time, it depends on the driver’s destination.
"I have friends who plug in every night, like they would a cell phone, but I only plug in once a week", Kockelman said.
3NEWS reached out to ERCOT who sent the following statement:
"ERCOT continues to monitor and plan for the growth of electric vehicles (EVS) in our long term system assessment reports, but at this time, the loads from EVS are not significant enough to have an impact on the grid.”
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CAPE MAY — The city sworn in five new patrolmen during an event on June 15.
Mayor Zack Mullock watched as City Manager Michael Voll swore in John Mihal, Vincent Short, Stephen Scheer, Hayden Denham and Andrew Gluckman before their new city police colleagues, family and friends.
Chief Dekon Fashaw, celebrated their addition to the police force, encouraging them to always put others before themselves to fulfill their roles as Cape May police.
“The addition of these new officers strengthens the Cape May Police Department during its rebuild and revitalization moving forward," Fashaw said. "I’m very proud of the men and women of this department and proud to stand beside them and work together daily in our communities of Cape May, West Cape May, and Cape May Point.” | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/five-join-cape-may-police-departments-ranks/article_b6fba8f6-f097-11ec-abae-af8d80baf2bd.html | 2022-06-20T15:25:42 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/five-join-cape-may-police-departments-ranks/article_b6fba8f6-f097-11ec-abae-af8d80baf2bd.html |
Video: Man holding baby thwarts man with gun at west side gas station
Detroit — Police are asking the public for help to find a man who pointed a gun at a man who was holding a small child in his arms at a west side gas station.
Officials released video of the incident, which happened just before 6 p.m. Sunday, captured by the gas station's security cameras. The gas station is located in the area of Hubbell and Tireman.
In the video, the man is seen walking across the parking lot from the sidewalk and opening the door to the store, then drawing a gun from his shorts and pointing it inside where a man is holding a baby. The man with the gun backs out of the store when the man inside charges toward him with an arm raised.
Anyone with information should call the Detroit Police Department's 2nd Precinct at (313) 596-5240 or call Crime Stoppers of Michigan at 1 (800) SPEAK-UP.
cramirez@detroitnews.com
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Monroe Co. boy, 12, killed in garage fire Monday
Petersburg — A 12-year-old boy died in a fire early Monday, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office said.
Firefighters with the Summerfield Township Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called at about 1:30 a.m. Monday to a home at 106 W. Walnut in Petersburg for reports of a fire with a person trapped inside, according to authorities.
They found a free-standing garage engulfed in flames. People at the home were trying to get inside the garage to rescue a person.
Firefighters got into the garage and found a 12-year-old boy's body in the garage's bathroom, officials said. Deputies identified the boy as Malaki Christian Giles, a student at Summerfield Schools.
Police said Malaki's 37-year-old father and his 13-year-old brother suffered burns while trying to rescue the boy. Medics took both of them to a hospital in Toledo where they were treated and released.
Officials said they continue to investigate the cause of the fire.
Anyone with information about the incident should call the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Detective Bureau at (734) 240-7530.
Petersburg is about six miles south of Dundee and about 19 miles west of Monroe, about 15 miles north of the Ohio border. | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/06/20/monroe-county-boy-12-killed-garage-fire-monday/7681245001/ | 2022-06-20T15:26:43 | 0 | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2022/06/20/monroe-county-boy-12-killed-garage-fire-monday/7681245001/ |
Three men are dead after a storm caused a boat to overturn on Lake Lavon Saturday, Collin County authorities say.
According to the Collin County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded Saturday night to a boater in distress near Brockdale Park on Lake Lavon. The boat was initially occupied by four men, the Collin County Sheriff’s Office said.
Around 8:45 p.m. Saturday, a strong storm crossed Lake Lavon and authorities believe it caused the boat to overturn. One man was able to hold onto a tree and call 911. Game Wardens on the water rescued that man and learned that the remaining three boat occupants had disappeared.
A search by water and air commenced, but the missing men were not found.
Early Sunday morning, one body was recovered from the water by boat. The Texas Game Wardens confirmed Sunday evening that another man's body was recovered.
According to the Collin County Sheriff’s Office, the body of the remaining boater, who was presumed to have drowned, was located Monday morning.
The Collin County Sheriff's Office says it's unknown if life jackets were present on the boat.
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Erin McGill of Leonard used to live by the lake and was visiting family on Sunday when she noticed the activity on the waters.
"I had seen it come across my phone this morning that…what was going on, knowing we used to live here on the lake. It was like, hmm..." McGill said. "It’s devastating, especially on Father’s Day weekend. I don’t know if they were fathers, but I can’t imagine being a member of the family just having to wait and see and hoping for the best."
Collin County Sheriff's Office, Wylie Fire Department, Princeton Fire Department and Game Warden helped with the search that was called off because of weather concerns.
Names of the victims are being withheld pending next of kin notifications. | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/missing-boater-located-three-dead-after-boat-overturns-on-lake-lavon/2995977/ | 2022-06-20T15:35:48 | 0 | https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/missing-boater-located-three-dead-after-boat-overturns-on-lake-lavon/2995977/ |
NEW HARTFORD, N.Y. – Fire crews were called to Hillside Garden Apartments on Oxford Road in New Hartford late Sunday night after a fire broke out in one of the units.
Part of one of the rooms was on fire with flames reportedly visible from under the door.
Firefighters arrived just after 11 p.m. and were at the scene for more than an hour.
Limited details are available at this time regarding possible injuries, the cause of the fire or the extent of the damage.
NEWSChannel 2 has reached out to the New Hartford Fire Department for more information. | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/crews-called-to-late-night-fire-at-new-hartford-apartment-complex/article_e1e1df6c-f0a2-11ec-911b-a38a750c0372.html | 2022-06-20T15:38:35 | 1 | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/crews-called-to-late-night-fire-at-new-hartford-apartment-complex/article_e1e1df6c-f0a2-11ec-911b-a38a750c0372.html |
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Ka'Mya Tackett has been in celebration all weekend after she won the title of 'Miss Arkansas Outstanding Teen 2022' on Friday night.
There were close to 1,500 people in attendance to watch the Top 15 Semi-Finalists and to see who would be crowned in the final competition.
Tackett is from Sherwood, and she is the daughter of Tia Proctor-Tackett and Maurice Tackett, Jr.
She performed a lyrical dance to “This Is Me” for her talent portion.
Tackett also won a $7,000 scholarship that was courtesy of the Miss Arkansas and Miss America Organization. She was also awarded more than $25,000 worth of awards, wardrobe and gifts.
Later on this summer, she will represent Arkansas at the 2022 America’s Outstanding Teen Pageant in Dallas.
With Ka’Mya Tackett being crowned as Miss Arkansas Outstanding Teen 2022 and the win of Miss Arkansas 2022 by Ebony Mitchell, the Miss Arkansas Organization has confirmed that this is the first time in state history that both titles are being held by African American women. | https://www.5newsonline.com/article/news/local/kamya-tackett-miss-arkansas-outstanding-teen-2022/91-d62a0d38-be2b-409b-a3ed-58ffe5225d50 | 2022-06-20T15:40:02 | 0 | https://www.5newsonline.com/article/news/local/kamya-tackett-miss-arkansas-outstanding-teen-2022/91-d62a0d38-be2b-409b-a3ed-58ffe5225d50 |
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — It’s another Mayor Monday, and AM Extra is checking out what’s happening in Milwaukie.
Milwaukie Mayor Mark Gamba shared some updates on the community including its $52 million bike and pedestrian infrastructure, negotiations with PGE on green tariff, along with a new tree code and plans to increase tree canopy over the next 18 years. | https://www.koin.com/local/clackamas-county/52m-bike-pedestrian-infrastructure-coming-to-milwaukie/ | 2022-06-20T15:54:45 | 0 | https://www.koin.com/local/clackamas-county/52m-bike-pedestrian-infrastructure-coming-to-milwaukie/ |
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Nearly two months after a crash involving five Southridge High School students on Tualatin Valley Highway, Washington County Deputy Michael Trotter is back home where he will continue extensive rehabilitation.
Washington County Sheriff’s Office told KOIN 6 that Trotter was released from a rehab facility on Saturday afternoon. Trotter had been in the hospital for about 6 weeks before he was discharged to the rehab facility to continue his long road to recovery.
Just after midnight on April 27, Trotter was on duty when a teen driver of a Nissan Altima sped through a red light at TV Highway and Murray Boulevard. The Nissan slammed into the side of the patrol car, critically injuring Trotter.
The Nissan was carrying five students, including 16-year-old Juan Pacheco Aguilera and 17-year-old Matthew Amaya, who were pronounced dead at the scene. The other two passengers were taken to the hospital in critical condition but have since been released.
The 18-year-old driver, Xavier Rodriguez, faces several charges including second-degree manslaughter, reckless driving and DUII. On May 27, Rodriguez entered a not guilty plea. | https://www.koin.com/local/washington-county/washington-county-deputy-home-from-rehab-after-tv-hwy-crash/ | 2022-06-20T15:54:51 | 1 | https://www.koin.com/local/washington-county/washington-county-deputy-home-from-rehab-after-tv-hwy-crash/ |
Bloomington resident receives National Conservation Award
BLOOMINGTON — Members of the Conservation Committee, Letitia Green Stevenson Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented the DAR's National Conservation Award to Deanna Frautschi on June 9 in recognition of her outstanding achievements in the preservation of our country's soils, minerals, forests, waters and wildlife.
Frautschi, a Master Naturalist, is a lifelong nature advocate. She and her husband, Alan Bedell, have reforested 5 acres of cornfield over a 47-year period, turning it into a nature preserve with over 250 trees and plants visited by many species of wildlife, from beneficial pollinator insects to white-tailed deer. Their property is certified as wildlife friendly by the National Wildlife Federation and the Illinois Audubon Society. The couple hosts small group tours of their property to encourage others to build good wildlife habitat.
After retiring from Country Financial as an executive vice president in 2010, Frautschi’s personal mission turned to connecting people with the nature. She began giving nature talks using her own wildlife photography and has presented over 150 programs ranging from attracting hummingbirds to developing good pollinator habitat.
Frautschi writes for several local and regional publications about the nature around her. She posts a nature photo on her personal Facebook page every day and hosts a Facebook group called “Hummingbirds Anonymous” with over 105,000 members. She is also a volunteer field editor for "Birds and Blooms Magazine." She is on the boards of the McLean County Greenways program, the Parklands Foundation and the Miller Park Zoological Society.
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PORTER TOWNSHIP, OH (WOWK) – A man has died after a crash between a motorcycle and an SUV this weekend in Scioto County.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the crash happened at approximately 12:43 p.m. Sunday, June 19, near the intersection of Ohio River Road and Downtown Hayport Road in Porter Township.
Troopers say the diver of the SUV was turning left in the southbound direction onto Ohio River Road from a business when the vehicle was struck by a motorcycle traveling northbound on Ohio River Road. Troopers say the driver of the motorcycle, identified as Rodney L. Jenkins, 33, of Portsmouth, was ejected from the motorcycle.
The OSHP says Jenkins received life-threatening injuries and was pronounced dead Sunday evening at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Huntington, West Virginia. Troopers have said that Jenkins was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
According to troopers, the driver of the SUV received minor injuries and was taken to Southern Ohio Medical Center for treatment.
The crash remains under investigation. The Porter Township Fire Department and EMS, Green Township EMS, Air Evac 97 and the Scioto County Sheriff’s Office assisted the OSHP at the scene. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/motorcycle-driver-killed-in-scioto-county-crash/ | 2022-06-20T16:02:13 | 1 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/motorcycle-driver-killed-in-scioto-county-crash/ |
CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK)—One person has been taken to the hospital after an accident in the Kanawha City area of Charleston.
The crash happened around 9:00 a.m. at the intersection of MacCorkle Ave. and 31st St. SE.
Kanawha metro says that it was a head-on crash and that one person was taken to the hospital.
Crews on the scene tell 13 news that this person’s injuries were non-life-threatening.
Traffic is still flowing in both directions. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/one-sent-to-hospital-after-kanawha-city-crash/ | 2022-06-20T16:02:19 | 0 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/one-sent-to-hospital-after-kanawha-city-crash/ |
HUNTINGTON, WV (WOWK)—Huntington Police are investigating an armed robbery that happened at Olive Street Market.
HPD confirms that a gun was used in the robbery. They say they have a suspect in mind, but that suspect is not in custody.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/police-investigate-armed-robbery-in-huntington/ | 2022-06-20T16:02:25 | 0 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/police-investigate-armed-robbery-in-huntington/ |
VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – Troopers on Monday continue to search for a gunman who opened fire on two women while driving on Interstate 4 in Volusia County.
The incident happened around 3:30 a.m. early Sunday on westbound I-4 near State Road 44.
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The victims told Florida Highway Patrol an unknown vehicle was following them in the center lane and when the women changed lanes to get away from the vehicle, it pulled up alongside their car. Troopers said the victims were shot at least seven times by a man in the front passenger seat.
FHP said neither victim was hurt. The troopers said the women pulled over, got out of the vehicle and ran for the tree line while calling law enforcement.
Troopers said the shooter was a Black man in his mid-to-late 20s. The vehicle is described as a dark-colored sedan, possibly burgundy. It’s believed to be an older model Nissan Altima with dark windows and gray rims. The victims could not get the vehicle’s tag number.
Anyone with information about the case was urged to call FHP at 407-737-2213 or Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/fhp-search-for-driver-who-shot-at-women-driving-on-i-4-in-volusia-county/ | 2022-06-20T16:09:16 | 1 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/fhp-search-for-driver-who-shot-at-women-driving-on-i-4-in-volusia-county/ |
LEESBURG, Fla. – A Leesburg homeowner shot one of two men burglarizing their home Monday, according to the police department.
The Leesburg Police Department said detectives responded to the home on Flora View Lane.
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Police said two men were entering the residence when the homeowner fired, injuring one of them.
The man was taken to the hospital with a gunshot wound.
The homeowner was uninjured.
Police said officers are searching for the second suspect who is described as being white with a slim build. He is about 5 feet, 8-9 inches tall and was last seen wearing a black hoodie and tan shorts.
Anyone with surveillance video or information is asked to call the Criminal Investigations Division at 352-728-9862.
This is a developing story and will be updated with more information as we receive it. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/leesburg-homeowner-shoots-man-during-burglary-another-suspect-on-the-run-police-say/ | 2022-06-20T16:09:18 | 1 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/leesburg-homeowner-shoots-man-during-burglary-another-suspect-on-the-run-police-say/ |
WINTER SPRINGS, Fla. – A man was arrested after an attempted carjacking in a Winter Springs neighborhood on Thursday afternoon, according to the Winter Springs Police Department.
Elian Ariel Feliz Santana, 20, was arrested after police responded to a disturbance near the 300 block of Riunite Circle in Winter Springs. Two men and neighbors were victims, officers said.
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The first victim told police he was sitting inside his car when Feliz Santana approached him. He seemed upset and told the victim to “take him to the bank,” according to the report.
Feliz Santana then started to punch the victim after he got out of his car to try to get Feliz Santana to stop. The suspect tried to grab the victim’s keys and “drive himself to the bank,” and he tried to dig into the victim’s pockets but did not take anything, according to an offense report.
A neighbor said he witnessed the first victim being pulled out of his car and placed on the ground, and he tried to break the two apart, officers said. Feliz Santana then swung two separate times at the neighbor, who dodged the punches, according to the report.
Police were able to find Feliz Santana in a house on Riunite Circle.
Feliz Santana is facing six charges: robbery carjacking without firearm or weapon, robbery no firearm or weapon, grand theft auto, battery, larceny and simple assault with intent to do violence. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/suspect-in-winter-springs-carjacking-arrested/ | 2022-06-20T16:09:24 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/suspect-in-winter-springs-carjacking-arrested/ |
DeBARY, Fla. – Volusia County deputies are still searching Monday for a man they believe has information about a fatal shooting at an IHOP.
Deputies said they were able to locate a vehicle they believe may have been involved in the shooting Friday evening. The Cadillac CTS sedan was found in the Daytona Beach area, according to investigators.
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Deputies are still searching for Sammy McKnight Jr., 31. Records show McKnight’s most recent address was in Palm Bay, but investigators believe he may be in Daytona Beach.
Deputies said they want to question McKnight about the shooting death of James Shirley, 36, of DeBary.
Shirley was found shot to death outside of the IHOP restaurant located at 320 Dirksen Drive Friday night.
Investigators have not said what led up to the shooting or why they believe McKnight might know something about it.
Deputies said McKnight has an outstanding warrant for a failure to appear on a charge of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Anyone with information on McKnight’s whereabouts is asked to call 911. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/volusia-deputies-still-searching-for-person-of-interest-in-fatal-shooting-at-ihop/ | 2022-06-20T16:09:30 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/06/20/volusia-deputies-still-searching-for-person-of-interest-in-fatal-shooting-at-ihop/ |
LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — A deadly shooting in Lackawanna County has been ruled homicide.
Joseph Roberson, 17, from Thornhurst, died at the hospital after being shot in the head, according to the coroner.
Authorities responded to a home on Bowens Road in Spring Brook Township after midnight Saturday morning.
Newswatch 16 spoke with neighbors who say they heard a commotion and a loud bang that night but weren't sure if it was fireworks or a gunshot until police and first responders came and rushed Roberson to the hospital.
There is no word if there are any suspects.
State police and the district attorney are involved, but would not comment on the nature of the investigation.
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MOOSIC, Pa. — A reported gas leak caused the evacuation of a day care center in Lackawanna County.
It happened around 9 a.m. at A Bright Future Learning Center on Birney Avenue in Moosic.
The kids were taken to a nearby fire station while the leak was investigated.
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POTTSVILLE, Pa. — A $1,000 reward is offered for information leading to the safe return of a missing teenager from Schuylkill County.
Police say Kennedy Preti, 15, was last seen on June 10 in Pottsville.
If you know where she might be, you are asked to call the police.
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Community gathers to celebrate Juneteenth in Salem
Salem residents gathered at the Salem-Keizer NAACP Juneteenth event on Sunday to celebrate the holiday and encourage the community to continue working together. It is the first time the Salem-Keizer NAACP branch hosted an in-person Juneteenth celebration after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
It is also the first year that Juneteenth has been officially recognized as a state holiday after Oregon lawmakers passed House Bill 2168.
The date was made a federal holiday in 2021. The holiday originated from Galveston, Texas, when Union troops marched into the city on June 19, 1865, and Union General Gordon Granger delivered the news that President Abraham Lincoln had issued the Emancipation Proclamation two years prior, requiring the immediate freedom of more than 250,000 slaves in Texas.
"Juneteenth was a step forward and a marker of hope, one we must continue to build upon," said Sen. Lew Frederick, D-Portland, about the bill. "This official holiday will recognize that the people of Oregon, despite our past, can take the veil of ignorance away, and each year chooses to have hope — on Juneteenth and every day thereafter.”
From 3 to 7 p.m., the branch hosted a community block party featuring Black-owned businesses, the Seed of Faith Praise Team, games, the Urban League of Portland, Juneteenth Jeopardy, the Salem-Keizer Interfaith Network and the Salem Police Department.
Mayor-elect and Councilmember Chris Hoy announced and read the proclamation officially recognizing June 19 as Juneteenth Independence Day in Salem at the event alongside Reginald Richardson, Sr. and Nkenge Harmon Johnson, President of the Urban League of Portland.
The event also recognized this year's Juneteenth essay contest winners. The essay contest asked students to answer what Booker T. Washington would say about the country's progress with race and equality if he were alive today. The winners were Gurnaaj Kaur from Pringle Elementary; Josephine Zimbelman at Claggett Middle School; and Jaida Carodine, a student at Sprague High School.
Dr. Irvin M. Brown, Education Chair at SKNAACP, said the entire board has been very excited to put together the first celebration in a couple of years. It is also the first with a new chapter president, Dr. Reginald Richardson, Sr.
Although there have been other Juneteenth celebrations in the past, this celebration feels different, Brown said.
"It feels different because we are coming out of what 2020 meant for a lot of us with the Black Lives Matter movement," Brown said.
Brown added that the loss of life including the recent "horrific killings" in Buffalo and in Uvalde means it felt like a good time to bring people together.
"Just to remind ourselves, 'Hey, we are in this together,'" he said.
At the event, Pastor Phillip Bryant, youth pastor at Seed of Faith, sang "You Make Me Happy." He chose the gospel song in hopes that others would be reminded that despite the pandemic and other issues, there are ways to find peace and happiness through it all, Bryant said.
"I wanted to bring that energy here," he added.
As Education Chair and a former teacher and high school administrator, Brown said he was looking forward to having conversations on Sunday about Juneteenth but also about Oregon's history with race.
"There's not a pretty history. It is nothing to brag about and a lot of people are still shocked to know that the state that they were born and raised in has a very, very painful history when it comes to redlining, to Vanport, to Sundown laws," Brown said. "Oregon has just a really shameful history when it comes to how it has treated not only African Black Americans, but also just people of color in general."
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Johnson said she has celebrated the holiday in her family for many years but recognized that it might be the first year celebrating for many others. While Juneteenth is a time for celebration it is also a time for reflection, she said.
Reginald Richardson Jr., Pastor of the Your Bible Speaks Community Seventh-day Adventist Church, also encouraged the community to remain cognizant of the holiday's purpose during a speech. Juneteenth has no purpose if people don't show up to make a difference in the community, Richardson said. As the holiday is recognized as a federal holiday and as it is commercialized, Richardson warned that Juneteenth cannot become just another holiday.
"If we simply turn it into another holiday, we find ourselves patronizing and belittling the work that has gone forward for many years," he said. | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/06/20/community-gathers-to-celebrate-juneteenth-in-salem/65361852007/ | 2022-06-20T16:20:52 | 0 | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/06/20/community-gathers-to-celebrate-juneteenth-in-salem/65361852007/ |
Resilience, opportunity and struggle: Preserving and sharing the history of Letitia Carson
Oregon State University, Oregon Black Land Trust, Oregon Black Pioneers and the Linn-Benton NAACP chapter have begun preserving and sharing the history of Letitia Carson, the only Black woman in the state to claim a homestead under 1862’s Homestead Act and who won two lawsuits against a white neighbor who sold her property.
During the Juneteenth weekend celebration, volunteers worked on the former Carson project in an archaeological exploration alongside OSU archaeology graduate students or alumni to excavate the land.
The dig and open house was the first opportunity for the public to gather on the land and reflect on her life while standing in the space Carson once called home, said Zachary Stocks, Executive Director of Oregon Black Pioneers.
The hope is to eventually do more programming on the land, Stocks said.
That could include clean-up days to remove invasive plants and replace them with native species. Stocks said it also could be courses or educational opportunities related to sustainable farming, similar to the work done by partner Black Oregon Land Trust. The organization provides training for Black farmers in Oregon to continue traditional practices tied to the production of food.
Oregon Black Pioneers have been involved in the Letitia Carson Legacy Project since the beginning. They were approached by the Oregon State University College of Agriculture, which currently owns the property where her home was and uses the land as a cattle ranch.
Stocks said that Lauren Gwin, associate director for OSU's Center for Small Farms, gathered the Linn-Benton NAACP and Black Oregon Land Trust to join Black Oregon Pioneers to think about ways to recognize Carson, her story and her land, which was never developed or had additional structures built on it.
Carson’s story
Carson, a slave or former slave, arrived in Oregon in 1845 with a white man named David Carson, according to a digital exhibit on Oregon’s Secretary of State's website. The nature of their relationship is unclear but they had traveled more than 2,000 miles from Missouri.
Carson gave birth to a daughter, Martha, during the journey from May to October, the exhibit states. The Carsons settled on a 640-acre land claim, the amount entitled to married couples. The land was halved in 1850 because Black Americans were not eligible to file land claims in Oregon and the Carsons were unmarried. Their son, Adam, was born in 1849.
David Carson died in 1852 without a will. A neighbor, Greenberry Smith, was made executor of David’s estate. Smith did not recognize Letitia or her children as David’s rightful heirs. In 1853, Smith sold the land and all of Carson’s possessions.
Carson settled in Oregon between the state's 1849 exclusion law that prohibited "negro or mulatto" people from entering into or residing in the territory and the ratification of the state constitution in 1857 that banned blacks in the state from owning real estate, voting, or using the legal system.
Carson sued Smith and David’s estate twice. In 1855, an all-white male jury sided with Letitia who argued that she was entitled to $7,450 for the seven years she had worked on the land and for the sale of their cattle and possessions. The jury awarded her $300 for her work and another $229.50 for her court and legal costs. The next year, a federal judge and another local jury awarded her an additional $1,400 in damages for the sale of their cattle.
In 1863, after moving to Douglas County, Carson filed a claim for 160 acres under the Homestead Act of 1862. Her claim was certified in 1869, making her the only Black woman in Oregon to successfully secure a homestead claim, according to the exhibit. Carsondied in 1888.
Legacy project
The importance of the Carson lands is described on the Oregon Black Pioneers' website: The land is a rare and unique resource to "explore the concepts of home, freedom, and justice" and without any development, it remains a relatively intact space to connect with Black Oregon history.
"There are so few spaces where you can stand and see the land the same way it would have been seen by 19th century Black Oregonians ... any time we get to come and be here, it's sort of like we're standing shoulder to shoulder with her and her children," Stocks said.
Principal investigator of archaeology Cayla Hill described the archaeology dig as an "exciting project." Volunteers were digging at test sites around the former Carson land to explore and further pinpoint where structures like the cabin might have once stood. The hope is to find items to interpret Carson's life further.
"It's exploratory to see what we can find out about the homestead," Hill said.
Heavy rain this spring means people were unable to drive onto the land itself. While the challenge to access the land means some people wanting to visit and volunteer were unable to, Stocks said the walk to the site is one Letitia Carson would have had to make herself.
"Perhaps during that walk, folks can use it as an opportunity to think about the everyday realities of our Black ancestors in Oregon 170 plus years ago," he said.
The Saturday event was intentionally hosted during the Juneteenth weekend. It is a time to share stories of resiliency and opportunity and of struggles, Stocks said.
"All of those things are embodied in the Letitia Carson story, and so, we couldn't think of a better time than Juneteenth to bring people together at the land and think about those things," he said.
Dianne Lugo covers equity and social justice. You can reach her at dlugo@statesmanjournal.com or on Twitter at @DianneLugo. | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/06/20/letitia-carson-legacy-project-honors-oregon-only-black-homesteader-pioneer-juneteenth/65361235007/ | 2022-06-20T16:20:58 | 0 | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/06/20/letitia-carson-legacy-project-honors-oregon-only-black-homesteader-pioneer-juneteenth/65361235007/ |
Applications for school districts to be part of a Wyoming Teacher Apprenticeship pilot opened Wednesday. The apprenticeship is meant to help turn around the state’s teacher shortage crisis.
The application closes June 30. After that deadline, the Wyoming Department of Education and the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board will choose and work with three school districts over the summer to put together the pilot, which is slated to start this fall.
The apprenticeship is meant to lower financial barriers and give hands-on training to people who want to be teachers.
The idea is based on an existing statewide program in Tennessee. In 2019, the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System in Tennessee partnered with Austin Peay State University’s Teacher Residency Program and established a teacher apprenticeship program. This past January, the program in Clarksville-Montgomery became the first registered teaching apprenticeship in the country. Tennessee is using the apprenticeship model in Clarksville-Montgomery to develop other similar programs across the state. Of Tennessee’s 147 districts, 63 have an apprenticeship program now, according to a spokesperson from the state’s education department.
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There isn’t information about the effectiveness of Tennessee’s teacher apprenticeship over the long haul because the program is still new. It’s uncertain right now how many of the apprentices will stay in Tennessee classrooms long term. But the hope is that the 650 current participants will halve the approximately 1,200 year-to-year teacher vacancies in Tennessee.
Wyoming plans to follow a similar path.
Wyoming Department of Education Spokesperson Linda Finnerty said in an email on Monday that the department hopes the pilot will translate to a statewide teacher apprenticeship rollout in 2023. Districts can opt to participate or not participate in this rollout, she said.
That rollout will come in three phases. Adult paraprofessionals and substitute teachers who are already working in a school district can apply and get automatic entry to the program in the first phase. They’ll continue to work and get paid, with scheduled salary increases as they move through the program. The apprentices will also work with a mentor and take classes through Wyoming’s community colleges and the University of Wyoming. The goal is to have school districts hire these apprentices after they finish the program.
Phase two is essentially the same, except that people with at least a high school diploma or GED can also be considered. Phase three will develop a pre-apprenticeship program for high school students. Through the pre-apprenticeship program, students can earn an associates degree at the same time that they graduate with their high school diploma. Those who finish the pre-apprenticeship program can then apply for the regular apprenticeship program.
The apprentices will meet all Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board licensure requirements, Finnerty said in an email on Wednesday. They will be required to earn a bachelor’s degree if they don’t have one, and will still be required to take U.S. and Wyoming Constitution classes and exams under state law.
Finnerty said in an email on Monday that all three districts will follow a basic teacher apprenticeship framework, as outlined by the U.S. Department of Labor. But she added that there will be some areas where the districts can customize their programs.
The team working on building the pilot, which includes the education department, the Professional Teaching Standards Board and district school board members, administrators and teachers, is planning to pull on a variety of funding sources to get the apprenticeship off the ground. Some of the funding will come from ESSER and ARPA funds, in the short term. Other more long-term sources include the School Foundation Block Grant, the Perkins Fund, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Grant and Hathaway Scholarships.
It isn’t clear right now how much the apprenticeship program will cost. Finnerty said in an email on Wednesday that the team working on the Wyoming Teacher Apprenticeship is currently building cost estimates. She said cost will be different based on the program the apprentice chooses, as well as how much previous coursework the apprentice has already finished.
It’s also unclear whether or not the identified sources of funding will cover the entire cost of the apprenticeship program and if the state might have to contribute extra funding. Finnerty said in her Wednesday email that the work group is “actively addressing this question” and that “a determination is forthcoming.” | https://trib.com/news/local/education/school-districts-can-now-apply-to-be-part-of-teacher-apprenticeship-pilot/article_31b80dfc-ece5-11ec-b046-370d328d0e39.html | 2022-06-20T16:23:33 | 1 | https://trib.com/news/local/education/school-districts-can-now-apply-to-be-part-of-teacher-apprenticeship-pilot/article_31b80dfc-ece5-11ec-b046-370d328d0e39.html |
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TAMPA, Fla. — More affordable housing is coming to Tampa as part of a city program, and more than a dozen homes will soon be ready for qualifying families.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor has repeatedly stated her goal of helping facilitate the creation of 10,000 affordable homes by 2027. Some headway is being made toward that goal as the city announces the first of 17 affordable houses is ready to be made a home.
This latest batch of affordable housing is part of Phase II of the city of Tampa's Infill Housing Program. This home is located on East Idell Street in the Sulphur Springs neighborhood.
According to a release from city leaders, Tampa's Housing and Community Development division last year awarded 15 vacant, city-owned lots to 11 local developers and non-profits to be made into homes. One lot was big enough to be split into two, meaning 17 single-family homes could be built.
While one house is completed, the city says the rest are "well on track" for completion. The single-family homes are 1250 square feet with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The houses will also include certain amenities including crown molding and quartz countertops.
The Sulphur Springs home will be listed for about $300,000. Interested homebuyers will need to fall within the 80% Area Median Income (AMI) bracket. The city says, for example, a family of four's maximum household income can't exceed $65,700.
Some homebuyers may also be selected through the city of Tampa's DARE to Own the Dream Homeownership Program, which provides closing cost assistance and forgivable down payment loans for first-time homebuyers.
"A clear reflection of our commitment to fostering more public-private partnerships, our Infill Housing Program is bringing real results to address our affordable housing crisis," Castor said in a statement. "We cannot wait to see deserving families, couples, or individuals move into these beautiful homes with all the amenities they deserve, while remaining within their budget.
"I'm immensely proud of our Development & Growth Management team for seeing this vision through. Not only are we increasing our affordable housing inventory, we are also providing local developers, many of them minority, a unique business opportunity where they can help make a difference in our communities." | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hillsboroughcounty/affordable-housing-tampa-infill-housing-program/67-5191dab4-92e3-44df-864d-e6dd9d870e69 | 2022-06-20T16:28:02 | 0 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/hillsboroughcounty/affordable-housing-tampa-infill-housing-program/67-5191dab4-92e3-44df-864d-e6dd9d870e69 |
LAND O' LAKES, Fla. — Law enforcement arrested two adults and a teen over the weekend in connection to a shooting that left a 16-year-old injured during a botched drug deal, authorities say.
Michael Lopergalo and Ryan Cairel, both 18, and a 16-year-old were arrested and each charged with two counts of attempted homicide.
The Pasco County Sheriff's Office earlier said last Wednesday evening, two teens — aged 16 and 17 — were trying to sell marijuana in the parking lot near Tropical Smoothie Cafe at the intersection of State Road 54 and Livingston Road.
This was when the two were approached by men wearing ski masks. As the teens tried to drive away, the 16-year-old was shot by one of the masked men, the sheriff's office stated.
According to an arrest report, Cairel fired multiple 7.62 mm caliber rounds "from an 'AK47' style rifle." Some shots went into the teens' car, with the 16-year-old hit in the buttocks and right thigh, the report reads.
The sheriff's office says the teens then drove to Crunch Fitness near Collier Parkway about a mile down the road, still being followed by the men who shot at them. The 16-year-old ran inside the gym and asked for help while still being fired upon, the arrest report reads.
No one was hit during this "second volley of firing." The arrest report states multiple people shot at the teens during this time.
The 16-year-old was able to speak with Pasco County Sheriff's Office deputies about the shooting as part of their investigation. They say he suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
Lopergalo and Cairel were arrested in Tampa, the Pasco County Sheriff's Office said in a statement. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pascocounty/land-o-lakes-pasco-county-teen-shooting/67-ee06642c-782e-41c6-9df2-5c4d0c8b83e3 | 2022-06-20T16:28:08 | 1 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/pascocounty/land-o-lakes-pasco-county-teen-shooting/67-ee06642c-782e-41c6-9df2-5c4d0c8b83e3 |
ORLANDO, Fla. — The family of Tyre Sampson is expected to address a recently released autopsy report that ruled the teen's death as "accidental." The 14-year-old was in Orlando on a spring break trip. He fell to his death from an amusement park ride.
An investigation showed the safety protocols were not followed and the ride was adjusted manually prior to Sampson's ride. Sampson also weighed more than regulation allowed for the ride's passengers.
On Monday, Yarnell Sampson, Tyre's father, and attorney Ben Crump will address the recently released autopsy report, in which the medical examiner determined Tyre's death accidental and caused by blunt force trauma. The two will be speaking near ICON Park, where Tyre died.
In April, Nekia Dodd and Yarnell Sampson, the parents of Tyre Sampson, filed a lawsuit against several companies related to the Orlando FreeFall tower ride, including ICON Park and ride operating company The Slingshot Group.
This is a developing story. Check back here for updates. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/tyre-sampson-orlando-icon-park-ben-crump/67-b60e3476-5d8e-4ee5-9184-ee591847f419 | 2022-06-20T16:28:14 | 0 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/tyre-sampson-orlando-icon-park-ben-crump/67-b60e3476-5d8e-4ee5-9184-ee591847f419 |
Monday’s Google Doodle commemorating Juneteenth featured an illustration by Richmond father-and-son artists Jerome and and Jeromyah Jones.
Monday was a federal holiday celebrating Juneteenth, also known as “Emancipation Day," which was June 19, 1865, when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and notified enslaved African-Americans they were free. The Emancipation Proclamation had been signed two years earlier.
The Joneses were commissioned to produce the illustration featured as the Google Doodle, said Jeromyah Jones. The search engine often chooses a piece of art to illustrate one of that day's holidays or anniversaries.
In a Google interview accompanying the Doodle, the Jones said working on the Juneteenth illustration meant a lot to them “because it’s a great milestone in the African-American struggle for liberation.
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“This notification that our ancestors received 157 years ago is an essential catalyst for contemplating what freedom looks like for us today as a people,” they said in the Q-and-A interview. “The celebration is a special commemoration because it highlights good news for a change that was given to a people who were once in chains."
They said they were inspired by the “commonalities” of the two holidays in close proximity to one another: Father’s Day and Juneteenth.
“The hand in the background symbolizes the descendants of those who were emancipated on June 19, 1865, and the children of fathers in the generations that follow,” they said. “The brush is a metaphoric representation of the bridge that connects the roots to their fruits. If we were to give our Google Doodle a title we would call it ‘Painting in The Footsteps of Our Freedom.’
“Painting in the footsteps means we are giving color to the past so that the legacy will be visible to every child in class. The red, black, and green Sankofa bird looking back is symbolic of opening the history book in our laps to close the generational gap.”
The Joneses displayed their paintings on Saturday during the Juneteenth Celebration at Henrico County’s Dorey Park.
A painter for more than 40 years, Jerome Jones specializes in original portraits, landscapes and still-life paintings. His work, according to the team’s website, is in the collections of Stevie Wonder, Evander Holyfield and Michael Jordan. He received his degree in painting and printmaking from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1980.
On their website, Jeromyah Jones describes himself as “a visionary for justice, writer of truth, painter of life, and poet of love who is painting in the creative footsteps of his father.” He holds a degree in comprehensive arts from Hampton University.
The duo was interviewed on NBC’s “Today” show in July 2020 as part of a series spotlighting fathers across the country making a difference in their children’s lives. | https://richmond.com/news/local/juneteenth-illustration-by-richmond-father-and-son-artists-featured-on-google-doodle/article_918653e4-6d9a-5ae7-8c27-d8e304a198fc.html | 2022-06-20T16:30:52 | 0 | https://richmond.com/news/local/juneteenth-illustration-by-richmond-father-and-son-artists-featured-on-google-doodle/article_918653e4-6d9a-5ae7-8c27-d8e304a198fc.html |
SAN ANTONIO — With record-breaking heatwaves hitting areas all across the country, it's important to stay hydrated, especially if you find yourself outside for hours in the sun.
We have some great tips on how to tell if you're dehydrated, and what to do to stay healthy on hot summer days.
A simple way to tell if you are dehydrated is by the color of your urine. The darker it is, the more dehydrated you are.
Other signs of dehydration include:
- Dry mouth, tongue, and cracked lips
- Extreme thirst
- Dizziness or headaches,
- Trouble concentrating or mental confusion
- Fatigue
The best way to stay hydrated throughout the day is to drink before you're thirsty. Your body has lost up to five cups of water by the time you feel thirsty.
And if you feel like you're hungry, try drinking water first. Sometimes it's easy to confuse the two, and oftentimes people will eat instead of giving their body what it really needs.
To keep the environment safe and motivate you to drink more, get a reusable water bottle that you can fill, drink, and repeat throughout the day.
If you're working outside in the heat, make sure you're drinking enough water to replace what you lose when you sweat. Experts advise you to drink 8 oz. (one cup) every 15-20 minutes if you're outside or exercising.
Water helps maintain your body's normal temperature, lubricates your joints, and eliminates body waste through perspiration and urination.
It's important to keep yourself hydrated every day, especially during the summer months when extreme heat is expected. And don't forget, your pets need to stay hydrated too! | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/how-to-beat-dehydration-and-stay-healthy-in-the-heat-san-antonio-texas-hot-water-weather-summer/273-a95b2579-1154-40ee-a4dc-8a3193181acb | 2022-06-20T16:31:04 | 0 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/how-to-beat-dehydration-and-stay-healthy-in-the-heat-san-antonio-texas-hot-water-weather-summer/273-a95b2579-1154-40ee-a4dc-8a3193181acb |
ARVADA, Colo. — In the garage of his Arvada home, Nick Steiner worked on a special gift – restoring his mother’s beloved motorcycle that she gave away 25 years before.
"My mom gave the motorcycle to a friend of the family's," he said. "I don't even know if she knows the bike exists anymore."
His mother, Brenda, and father, Scott, rode motorcycles together until their family started to grow. Brenda believed a home full of children left little room for the road.
The motorcycle seemed gone. Until, at his father’s funeral, Nick ran into the family friend who had the 1972 Honda CB350F. It was sitting in their garage still registered to his mother as the owner.
He began his “labor of love.”
"The hardest part about all this stuff is tearing it down, figuring out what works, what doesn't work," he said.
He had to hunt down parts that no one makes anymore. It was a frustrating process. At times, he wanted to drive the bike off a cliff, he said, but he stuck with it because the motorcycle embodied what his mom had lost.
"It really has nothing to do with the motorcycle, you know," Nick said. "It's just a reminder for her, I think, of the good times she had with my dad."
Despite Scott Steiner’s struggles with cancer, he had a positive outlook that “God is good and does good” that carried him for 10 years longer than he otherwise would have had, Nick said.
He created a part of the bike as a tribute to his father.
"I just took a piece of sheet metal and fabricated a new side and then handwrote 'God is good and does good' on the side for her," he said.
Finally, last month, Nick finished the rebuild and loaded the motorcycle onto his pickup truck.
"It's total relief," Nick said. "I knew I could get it done, but there were some pretty defeating moments there."
He drove more than 1,200 miles to Michigan to deliver the motorcycle as a late Mother's Day gift. Nick and his wife rode up with the old Honda, with family and friends looking on.
"Is that my bike?" Brenda said. "How?"
She cried in disbelief. She said she had owned that motorcycle since her teenage years.
"I was probably 19, and I rode it all the time," Brenda said.
Mom's motorcycle “memorial” was back home.
"The fact that I have a kid who would rebuild this, that's pretty amazing," Brenda said.
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SAN ANTONIO — There are two things about Jacob Morales you can place money on: he's going to show up, and he's going to show up on time.
"Time is valuable—extremely valuable," Jacob said.
The O'Connor High School senior is accustomed to jokes about his streak for attendance and punctuality. But he laughs at the humor because the 18-year-old captured the accomplishment.
"It was honestly just motivation from my mom, my dad, my brother," he said.
Jacob's mother, Ana, acknowledges her role in getting her eldest son interested in being where he needs to be.
"To show up, give it 100%," Morales said.
The streak started in preschool and kept rolling through high graduation from O'Connor.
"It's just like if you say you're going to do something, you do it," she said.
He bought into the concept, hook, line and sinker. Along the way, Jacob became attached to orchestra, basketball, track, football, bowling and academics.
"It's not just friends, it's not just teachers. It's just the whole atmosphere of being in school that just kind of kept me engaged and kept me going," he said.
Morales' inspiration for her son came from her shortcoming. She transferred schools in high school and figured rather quickly that she didn't have to show up a lot to get good grades. The mindset went unchallenged at school until her graduation, when she noticed the valedictorian receiving accolades for perfect attendance.
"You know what, when I have my kids, I want them to have that," Morales recalled thinking. "I want them to have perfect attendance."
Easier said than done.
Jacob had to push through days when he was physically tired, emotionally drained and even sick. He said giving up would mean all the days he put in were in vain.
"There were times where I would kind of test him and say, 'Hey, you want to stay home today?'" Morales said. "'Nope, I'm going to school.'"
Jacob believes he was the only senior at school on senior skip day. He said completing the goal was more important than participating in the high school tradition with classmates and friends.
"Our time is very limited on this planet, and making the most of it will benefit those around me," he said. "It's not necessarily for me. It's for all those around me."
He may be right. His little brother, Matthew, an O'Connor freshman, is trying to achieve the same thing.
"Peoples' legacies live on because they touch the people around them," Jacob said.
According to Morales, she cheered so loudly at Jacob's graduation that the announcement of his perfect attendance got lost in her noise. Luckily, a cell phone recording allowed her to reflect and weep.
"I was like, 'They said it,'" she said. "I got to hear it. I was like, 'We did it.'"
Jacob graduated with honors and will attend UTSA, where he is a distinguished presidential scholar. The freshman Roadrunner also plans to keep his punctuality and attendance records alive.
"That's got to continue to college for sure," he said.
His mother said he's catching up on a lot of rest before doing so.
According to Northside Independent School District, Jacob is one of three students they can verify who graduated from the district this year with perfect attendance. The other two: Desiree Duarte Moczygemba from Taft High School and Madeline Ann Salazar from Stevens High School. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/outreach/oconnor-high-school-graduate-perfect-attendance-sa-great-kids/273-e696f2af-828e-4d04-be0f-22a9d6aecf8f | 2022-06-20T16:33:11 | 1 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/outreach/oconnor-high-school-graduate-perfect-attendance-sa-great-kids/273-e696f2af-828e-4d04-be0f-22a9d6aecf8f |
TEXAS, USA — This article appeared originally on The Texas Tribune website.
Texas is planning to add enough electric vehicle charging stations throughout the state to support 1 million electric vehicles with dozens of new stations to allow for easier long-distance travel.
In a draft plan released this month, the Texas Department of Transportation broke down a five-year plan to create a network of chargers throughout the state, starting along main corridors and interstate highways before building stations in rural areas.
The plan is to have charging stations every 50 miles along most non-business interstate routes.
In most other areas in the state, there will be charging stations within 70 miles, according to the plan. Each station is designed to have multiple stalls so there will likely be one available whenever someone stops to charge.
The chargers will be high-powered at 150kW, able to bring most electric vehicles from 10% to 80% in about half an hour, according to the report.
The funding is coming from the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act passed last year, which is estimated to allocate about $408 million over five years to Texas for the purpose of expanding its electric vehicle charging network. No funds from the state budget will be used. Nationally, the goal is to create a network of 500,000 convenient and reliable electric vehicle chargers by 2030. In total from the infrastructure act, Texas is expected to receive about $35.44 billion over five years for roads, bridges, pipes, ports, broadband access and other projects.
Less than 1% of Texans’ registered vehicles are electric. As of May 31, there were 129,010 electric vehicles registered in Texas, according to the report.
“However, since 2020, the total number of electric vehicles across Texas has nearly tripled as more people adopt the technology,” TxDOT stated in its report. “With rapidly growing adoption rates, it is necessary to ensure Texas will be able to meet the demand of these new vehicles on the road.”
The state is gathering public comment on the plan, after which it will be finalized. To receive the funds, TxDOT must submit a finalized plan by Aug. 1 to the Federal Highway Administration.
Officials plan to award contracts for construction starting in January.
During the first year of implementation, Texas plans to add around 48 new locations to satisfy the 50-mile FHWA requirement. This is in addition to 27 existing private sector locations and 26 planned locations funded by a separate grant.
The next year, the focus will turn to stations in rural counties, small urban areas and areas advised by metropolitan planning organizations.
After that, during the third through fifth year of implementation, Texas will continue building out charging infrastructure in smaller and rural areas. The report states that charging stations might be equipped with a combination of solar and battery equipment to supplement their power supplies.
Gov. Greg Abbott stressed the importance of including rural areas in TxDOT’s plan in a March 22 letter.
“Texas’ sheer volume of roadway miles leaves ample opportunity for EV charging deployment. The plan should ensure that every Texan can access the infrastructure they need to charge an EV,” Abbott wrote. “Additionally, I direct TxDOT and stakeholders to include in the plan a way for Texans to easily get from Beaumont to El Paso and Texline to Brownsville in an EV–with a focus on rural placement and connectivity.”
Chandra Bhat, a University of Texas transportation engineering professor and the director of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Center on Data-Supported Transportation Operations and Planning, said the additional charging stations are a welcome upgrade to Texas transportation. Some of Bhat’s research has been funded by TxDOT.
Bhat said there are several barriers to electric vehicle adoption by consumers: the upfront cost, anxiety over how far a driver can travel and the wait times for charging.
This new plan addresses range anxiety by providing many options only 50 miles apart — however, it doesn’t address cost or fully address wait times, he said. Although the planned chargers will be high speed, it still takes around half an hour, he said. A driver might not know how long they may have to wait if someone else is already using the stalls.
That uncertainty can cause consumers to pass on purchasing electric vehicles altogether, he said.
Bhat said he thinks allowing drivers to reserve charging stations at specific times might help reduce that uncertainty. But still, Bhat said he is optimistic that more people will adopt electric vehicles in Texas due to the planned infrastructure upgrades. He also hopes the state will invest in putting information in front of consumers about the increased availability of chargers.
“We will see a clear uptick in the next two or three years, I believe,” Bhat said. “And if we get an announcement that batteries are going to be lasting longer and are going to be less expensive, you're gonna see them bought by the droves.” | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/texas-plans-to-place-charging-stations-for-electric-cars-every-50-miles-on-most-interstates-san-antonio-vehicles-charge-electricity-gas-fuel-prices/273-06846327-c04f-44c6-9d62-0b6ad6621525 | 2022-06-20T16:33:17 | 1 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/texas-plans-to-place-charging-stations-for-electric-cars-every-50-miles-on-most-interstates-san-antonio-vehicles-charge-electricity-gas-fuel-prices/273-06846327-c04f-44c6-9d62-0b6ad6621525 |
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