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DALLAS — Local authorities are looking for the coyote that attacked a two-year-old in front of the child's home on Tuesday.
Dallas police got to the house on Royalpine Drive at about 8:30 a.m. When officers got there, they learned that the child was attacked while sitting on the front porch.
According to police, the two-year-old was sent to a hospital in critical condition.
An officer saw a coyote near a park on Royalpine and shot at it before it ran into the woods. It's not clear if the coyote was hit by a bullet.
The Dallas County Game Warden is joining police as they continue looking for the coyote. Dallas PD is warning anyone in the area to be on alert. They say the animal is extremely dangerous.
Anyone that sees the coyote should call 911.
A representative of Richardson ISD tells WFAA that students nearby at White Rock Elementary School are being kept inside the building for the day.
In a letter to parents, the school principal says district security has been talking to police as they look for the coyote.
If they don't find it by the end of the school day, families that have students who walk home are asked to either pick up their children or walk with them.
District staff will also be in the neighborhood as kids head home.
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HOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) — For the Graphos family, the question was never if they were going to bring back the family business, but how.
On October 5, 2021, Sam Graphos died after spending a week in hospice care. Graphos, whose family had been involved in several restaurants across Birmingham over the years–including Sneaky Pete’s and Lyric Hot Dog and Grill–had started Sam’s Super Samwiches on 18th Street in Homewood in 1978. For over 43 years, Graphos was a regular presence at the restaurant, whether it was working the grill or sweeping the floor.
In the days after Sam died, his family gathered together to talk about what would be next.
“Dad’s legacy as a businessman in Homewood didn’t end the way it should have,” son Ted Graphos said. “We just felt like we needed to keep it going and do things on our terms, not on anyone else’s.”
At the time of Sam’s death, the restaurant had been closed due to some electrical issues. The next month, their landlord decided not to renew their lease, forcing them to move. At the time, Ted said this would not affect their plans to continue their father’s storied business.
“We feel an obligation from the community to reopen,” Graphos said at the time. “We feel the obligation to my father’s legacy to reopen and that’s what we plan on doing.”
It would not be long before the family found a spot in SoHo Square, a little more than 300 yards from where they first started. After months of work, the restaurant reopened Monday.
On their first day, the people came out in droves. By lunchtime, the line was out the door, regulars and newcomers alike ready for a burger or “special dog,” fresh off the grill. Sue, Graphos’ wife of over 50 years, worked the room, talking to longtime friends while they ate.
“It sort of felt like a community,” Ted said. “You could even see the customers who haven’t seen one another in months. It was a really good day.”
Ted said several people helped to get the new location up and running. When supply chain issues kept certain equipment from arriving on time, SoHo Social stepped in, lending some of their own to them. The staff at Dave’s Pizza even offered some advice. Even the team at Yellowhammer Creative, a local print shop that helped with branding, helped get the décor of the space to mirror the best of what made the former location special.
Brett Forsyth, co-founder of Yellowhammer Creative, said working with the Graphos family was a passion project that came from his own relationship to the restaurant. His mother had been a regular since she was 18. His wife’s family is from Homewood. Not to mention, he had had his own share of their food over the years.
“Homewood is such a small, community-driven town,” Forsyth said. “Sam’s has been the hub of Homewood for over 50 years and it was imperative that it could be preserved and continue for another 50 years.”
Working with the Graphos, Forsyth suggested bringing back the wood paneling that had been a staple of the original Sam’s for years, as well as all the pictures that had adorned its walls.
“The pictures, and objects that graced the walls of Sam’s had all been burned into my memory and I just couldn’t imagine a world where there was a Sam’s that didn’t look or feel like Sam’s,” he said. “Luckily the Graphos Family welcomed us with open arms and were also eager to capture as much of the old restaurant as possible.”
With a strong opening day behind them, Ted feels the restaurant is set to last.
“Part of that is what we have built now allows for that community feel,” he said. “With more space, it allows for me people to talk to each other, to sit down and eat together.”
Homewood Mayor Patrick McCluskey said he’s thrilled that such a big part of the city’s history would continue on.
“Sam’s Super Samwiches is a Homewood icon, and if you listen to its loyal followers, downtown hasn’t been the same without it,” McCluskey said. “Now future generations can enjoy the same great food and close nit community feel that has always been associated with Sam’s.”
For now, Ted and his family are happy they can continue what Sam started.
“I’m glad people haven’t quit eating hotdogs and hamburgers,” he said.
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Police have arrested a 25-year-old man in connection to a triple shooting in the Bronx that left one person dead and two others, both of them believed to be innocent bystanders, hospitalized, authorities said Tuesday.
Gunfire erupted shortly before 1 a.m. at a store on East Burnside Avenue after cops say the suspect argued with one of the victims, then left -- only to return with a gun.
According to police, the suspect then entered the business and shot a 31-year-old man in the head and torso, killing him before fleeing the scene.
The preliminary investigation, police say, suggests that the other two victims who survived are believed to be innocent bystanders. They were taken to Saint Barnabas Hospital.
One of the surviving victims, a 34-year-old woman, is in critical condition after being shot in the torso, while the other victim, a 34-year-old man shot in the arm, is in stable condition, police say.
A friend of the woman in critical condition spoke with News 4 New York saying she believes crime in the borough is getting worse -- faster than any other borough.
"I feel like no one cares about us out here no more," Jolanda Richards said. "I feel like you can't get nothing out here. No protection. No services. No nothing. It's just like we are invincible to the world now and it's the most crimes happening in the Bronx right now. You don't even want to come out of your house."
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Police have arrested Edison Cruz, from the Bronx, on charges of murder, manslaughter, and criminal possession of a weapon in connection to the shooting. Attorney information for Cruz was not immediately available.
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More than 200 people have signed an online petition demanding a public meeting with state officials in New Jersey and federal authorities over concerns about a medical mystery at a high school following dozens of diagnoses of brain tumors.
Every inch of Colonia High School, part of the Woodbridge Township School District, from buildings to fields, is being tested for radiation to determine if there is a link between the school and the number of cancer cases diagnosed amongst former students and staff. But, according to the Change.org petition launched Tuesday, complete results aren't even anticipated to be received until the end of May.
The school has stayed open, with local officials apparently telling parents that "at this time, there is no discernable health or wellness threat to students, staff, or visitors at Colonia High School," according to the petition writers.
That, the "concerned Colonia High School parents, alumni, and township members" petitioning on behalf of their school community say, isn't acceptable.
"We appreciate the NJDOH, NJDEP, ATSDR, and CDC assistance to the Woodbridge Township’s environmental investigation that is currently ongoing, but strongly believe that this is not enough," the petition says in seeking the involvement of more state and federal agencies. "The agencies acknowledged their concerns regarding the potential cancer cluster, but are not conducting any testing aside from radiation and radon that the Township undertook, even though the school remains open. Because the school remains open, we demand greater urgency to find out if potentially harmful substances are harming our children and staff at Colonia High School."
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Al Lupiano, a graduate of the high school, believes there's a link between Colonia High School and brain tumors diagnosed in 108 people over a period of three decades, ending in the early 2000s.
"If we can enrich science by showing that an unknown compound is in high concentration and link it to primary brain tumors, maybe we can protect others, remove it from our environment to make sure it never happens again," he said.
Lupiano, who is also an environmental scientist, and his wife Michelle -- both graduates of the high school -- were diagnosed with benign brain tumors 20 years apart. Lupiano's sister, also a graduate of the high school, died recently from brain cancer.
Despite the number of cases, officials first have to determine if scientific evidence indeed indicates a connection between the school grounds and the brain tumors.
Parents like Dawn Genoni are willing to wait for those results -- at least at the time Genoni spoke to News 4 last month.
"I have full faith they will get to the bottom of this and they will figure out what is going on," she said at the time.
But patience appears to be wearing thin among some in the community, judging by the petition. Others told NJ.com they want a remote learning option until the investigation is complete. More say the information flow is sorely lacking.
"It is not enough to address parents of operating school with suspected cancer cluster through written statements given to media outlets," the petition said. "We and our children deserve more! When children’s health and lives are at stake, we have a right to demand your full attention and transparency."
The city of Woodbridge has been taking the lead on that front, spending hundreds of thousands of dollars for testing at a school that graduated roughly 15,000 people over the last 30 years.
"One hundred out of 15,000 have brain cancer -- sure sounds like something we should be concerned about," Woodbridge Mayor John McCormac has said.
Gov. Phil Murphy told NJ.com the possible brain tumor cluster was disturbing but stressed it was too soon to make definitive conclusions about the cause.
"We absolutely have concerns,” the Democrat told NJ.com. "I don’t know that we know enough yet to be definitive in terms of causation, et cetera."
Ultimately, if it isn’t a radiation source that is causing these illnesses, Lupiano says other tests can be done to pinpoint a cause.
"This is only the tip of the iceberg. This is only one of many, many tests that can be performed. Frequently, in hazmat, you never find it in the first shot," Lupiano said.
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BOISE, Idaho — The Boise School District announced it is helping children and families in the Treasure Valley by offering free meals through the federal Summer Food Service Program.
Thousands of children rely on free and reduced-price lunches and breakfast they get at school. To support those families after the school year, the Boise School District (BSD) will provide free summer meals for children between the ages of one and 18 at schools and parks throughout the city.
Depending on location, breakfast and lunch will be provided beginning June 6 through August 12.
For dates, times and locations, review the list below:
Frank Church High School:
- June 6 - July 15 (8051 West Salt Creek Ct.)
- Breakfast: 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m. - noon
West Jr. High School:
- June 6 - July 29 (8371 West Salt Creek Ct.)
- Breakfast: 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
- Lunch: Noon - 12:30 p.m.
Grace Jordan Elementary School:
- June 20 - July 22 (6411 West Fairfield Avenue)
- Breakfast: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
- Lunch: Noon - 12:30 p.m.
Whittier Elementary School:
- June 20 - July 22 (301 North 29th Street)
- Breakfast: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
- Lunch: Noon - 12:30 p.m.
Morley Nelson Elementary School:
- Breakfast (June 20 - July 22): 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
- Lunch (June 6 - Aug. 5): Noon - 12:30 p.m.
- 7701 West Northview Street
Hawthorne Elementary School:
- June 6 - Aug. 5 (2401 West Targee Street)
- Breakfast: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
- Lunch: Noon - 12:30 p.m.
Horizon Elementary School:
- June 6 - Aug. 5 (730 North Mitchell Street)
- Breakfast: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
- Lunch: Noon - 12:30 p.m.
The Boise School District also will offer free lunch this summer at local parks and libraries beginning June 6 though Aug. 12. The sites offer lunch from noon to 12:30 p.m. A list of locations is included below:
- Cassia Park (4600 South Camas Street)
- Ivywild Park (416 West Ivywild Street)
- Winstead Park (6150 West Northview Street)
- Sunset Park (2625 North 32nd Street)
- Boise Public Library (715 Capitol Boulevard)
The Boise School Food Service department consists of four dietitian nutritionists, seven administrative support staff, more than 180 food service workers and a team member at each school.
More information on the free summer meals program is available by clicking here.
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BOISE, Idaho — The City of Boise announced Tuesday it is planning construction of a 5.7-mile trail in Hawkins Range Reserve through the Ridge to Rivers partnership.
The Hawkins Loop Trail in the Boise Foothills will be in an area previously inaccessible for the public, according to city officials. The single-track trail is designed for runners, hikers, horse riders and mountain bikers.
Hawkins Range Reserve is a 393-acre area off North Bogus Basin Road, purchased by the City of Boise from the Hawkins family. The property was protected in 2015.
According to the City of Boise, a 0.6-mile Harrow Trail also will be built by Ridge to Rivers to combine both ends of the Hawkins Loop. The smaller trail creates a 1.5-mile trail opportunity for increased access and a shorter hike.
“I’m grateful to see plans moving forward to add more opportunities for responsible recreation in the Boise Foothills,” Boise Mayor Lauren McLean said. “Our open spaces are incredible assets for residents and offer protection for a variety of wildlife year-round.”
Hawkins Range Reserve Trailhead plans include paved parking, a restroom and parking for horse trailers. Hawkins Range Reserve and trail access is closed seasonally from November to March for animals in the Boise Foothills.
The trailhead's design also includes trees to provide shade for visitors and a variety of plants and shrubs. Picnic tables at the Hawkins Range Reserve Trailhead are included in the Ridge to Rivers plan.
Boise Parks and Recreation and Ridge to Rivers submitted a project application to the Open Space and Clean Water Advisory Committee to use funds collected from a previous levy to build the new trail and trailhead.
The committee unanimously recommended approval of the funding request on April 13, according to the City of Boise.
Costs to build the trail and trailhead are estimated at $1,011,500. The City of Boise already budgeted around $195,000 for the project, while project managers requested around $820,000 to complete the project from the Open Space and Clean Water Levy.
The 2015 levy has more than $7.8 million available to pay for open-space projects and clean water.
“This addition to our incredible Ridge to Rivers Trail System meets the city’s conservation goals of protecting wildlife habitat, providing non-motorized outdoor recreation opportunities and promoting shared responsibility of open space,” Boise Parks and Recreation Director, Doug Holloway said. “Our trails continue to grow in popularity and this new loop and trailhead provides another option for people looking to get outside for their health, relaxation and recreation.”
The City of Boise said if the project proceeds, a private donation could potentially decrease the amount of levy funds required to complete the Hawkins Loop Trail and Hawkins Range Reserve Trailhead.
The levy funding request will be considered by the Boise City Council during its meeting on Tuesday, May 10. If the project is approved, construction could begin later in 2022.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A father is suing Portland Public Schools after his daughter allegedly fell from the monkey bars breaking both her arms on March 10, 2020.
Robert Kobus filed the complaint exactly two years after the reported incident at Woodstock Elementary. Kobus is seeking $745,000 for the district’s alleged negligence, which was first reported by the Oregonian/OregonLive.
In the complaint, Kobus claims his daughter, who is under the age of 14, was “instructed to traverse” the monkey bars and was then left alone. While unattended the girl reportedly fell breaking her arms and deviating her septum.
According to the lawsuit, one side of the wooden monkey bars was connected to the gym’s wall, while the handle bars sat eight feet from the ground.
Kobus claims PPS failed to supervise his daughter, provide safety equipment or provide first aid.
The complaint says medical treatment has already cost the family $20,000 with another $25,000 expected in future surgery.
In addition to the medical costs, Kobus is reportedly seeking $700,000 in noneconomic damages for pain, suffering and interference with everyday activities including the loss of educational opportunities.
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HOUSTON — Energy are warning of a strain on the power grid this weekend weekend across the state of Texas.
There are concerns of near all-time high demand for the month of May. Experts are worried some of the state's thermal plants may be offline due to maintenance. But ERCOT says they're asking plants to postpone scheduled maintenance so that they'll be ready for the demand.
KHOU 11 reached out to ERCOT about their readiness and they sent us the following statement.
“The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is anticipating extreme hot weather in the region Friday, May 6 through Monday, May 9 and may experience larger than normal demand for power.
ERCOT will deploy all the tools available to us to manage the grid reliably. ERCOT is coordinating closely with the Public Utility Commission, generation resource owners and transmission utilities to ensure they are prepared for the extreme heat. ERCOT has asked power plants across the region to postpone planned outages and to return from outages already in progress in order to serve Texans this weekend. At this time, ERCOT projects there will be sufficient generation to meet this high demand for electricity.”
You can monitor the grid conditions through ERCOT’s digital dashboard.
This is a real-time look at supply of power and demand, as reported by ERCOT. It also shows projected supply and demand, based on forecast.
ERCOT is tracking the state of the grid, as well as the state of the operating reserve.
There are several more real-time monitors that you can check on ERCOT's site, including system-wide demand, solar, current prices, and more.
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Retired logger Chase Carlson, 63, of Coquille hopes to topple incumbent county commissioner Melissa Cribbins. He told The World he decided to enter the race to positively contribute to the community and push local government to pursue more realistic projects.
“They just set their sights on these great, big, grandiose ideas. And it always falls apart in their face,” Carlson said in an interview earlier this month.
Carlson, a registered Republican who is married and has two grown children, faces a third candidate in the race, Rod Taylor.
He attended Coquille high school through grade 10, and started logging at the age of 15. His lifelong career took him up and down the west coast from California to Alaska. After years of hard work, he became the president of James Forest Products.
One of the things Carlson appreciated about his logging career was the ability to make a living wage that allowed him to donate money to worthy causes. Carlson, who describes himself as a “middle-class representative,” would like to bring a diverse range of well-paying jobs to the county.
He told The World he’s had a lifelong interest in politics, which began years ago when an explosion damaged the courthouse.
He recalls a project that followed in which the county built a parking lot but only gained twenty parking spaces when the work was over.
A new jail followed on the same site, one Carlson said was too large to utilize fully.
“They’ve just done some foolish things,” he said, referring to past county governments.
He says he sees repeated patterns in the county’s attempts to generate revenue and create jobs.
He points to Oregon Resources Corp.’s failed chromite mine and to the nixed plans for a liquefied natural gas pacific connector pipeline and Coos Bay liquefication plant.
“You can only build up the hopes of a bunch of people a few times before you crush their hope and they don’t support you. And that’s what I’ve seen happen here,” Carlson said.
Carlson said his experience as a laborer in the logging industry gives him a good sense of workers’ needs, and he said he’s able to work with diverse groups of people and make compromises in the face of disagreements.
Among Cribbins’ arguments for why she should keep her seat is her 10-year history of working well alongside the other commissioners and that a change in office-holder could disrupt the efficiency with which work gets done.
Carlson said he thinks that’s actually an example of why a change is in order.
“They’re career politicians. What else would they say? They want to keep their job and all the comforts of government,” Carlson said.
His ideas for expanding opportunities for residents include paying fair wages for jail staff - needed, he says, to attract law enforcement personnel and thus help the county combat crime, bringing small-scale sawmills together in a type of cooperative environment that would give small timber businesses a chance to succeed with lower investment, more fulling developing the Johnson Mill Pond recreation site in Coquille, and bringing industry to the port by building a plant to manufacture batteries for battery operated ships.
“I think I think my ideas are fresh and better than most anything that they’ve come up with,” Carlson said, referring to the current commissioners and opponents, Cribbins and Taylor.
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August 12, 1947 – April 20, 2022
David Lowell Hudson Jr., of North Bend, Oregon, passed away surrounded by his family April 20, 2022. He was 74.
Dave was born in Dayton, Washington, in August of 1947. He graduated from North Bend High School where he participated in football and wrestling (earning the title of State Wrestling Champion his Senior Year). He went on to proudly serve his country as a Boatswain’s Mate in the United States Navy from 1966 to 1970 and was awarded the Vietnam Service Medal with one bronze star, and the National Defense Service Medal. After his honorable discharge from the Navy, Dave spent several years working in Alaska logging, on tugboats, and for Alaskan Airlines. He then went on to earn his AA in Law Enforcement from Southwestern Community College (where he also served as Class President), and his BS in Psychology from Southern Oregon University in 1974.
On his return to the Oregon coast, Dave began working for the United States Forest Service, where he met his beautiful wife, Julie. Dave also ran a successful dump truck and excavating business from 1989 to 2001 He went on to work for multiple departments within the City of Coos Bay, and then finally for Douglas County Parole and Probation, where he worked until his retirement in 2009. In his free time, Dave enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being out in nature.
Always passionate about community involvement and local government, Dave was an active member of many local organizations. He was elected to serve multiple terms on the Hauser Rural Fire Protection District board from 1984 until his death. He was also a member of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), the Southwestern Oregon Public Safety Association (SWOPSA), and a founding member of the Hauser Citizen Patrol. He enthusiastically contributed in any way he could to improve and support the community he lived in.
Above all else, Dave was a man who deeply loved his family and would go to the ends of the earth to support them. He was a loving husband, son, brother, and uncle. He was a proud and gentle father to his 3 children and a joyful doting grandfather to his five grandchildren.
Dave is survived by his wife, Julie Hudson; his son, David Hudson III; his daughter, Jillian DiTucci, her husband, Brian, and their daughters, Quinn, Bailey, and Jules; his son, Nathaniel Hudson, his partner, Elizabeth Gardner, and their sons, Nathaniel Jr. and Harrison; his siblings, Bryan Hudson and Margo Erickson; his nieces, Charla Bryant, Yvonne Elkins, Angela Coleman; and his nephew, Bryan Hudson Jr.
He is predeceased by his parents, David Sr. and Lucinda Hudson.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 pm, Sunday, May 15, 2022 at the Hauser Rural Fire Department, 93622 Viking Lane, North Bend.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hauser RFPD Association at 93622 Viking Ln., North Bend, OR 97459.
Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com
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ATLANTA -- The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia has named Tracy L. Brundage president of Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College, effective Aug. 1.
Brundage currently serves as the president of Keystone College, a private institution with more than 50 fields of study located in La Plume, Pa. She has been Keystone’s president since 2018.
ABAC President David Bridges announced plans last year to retire after serving as president for 16 years.
“I’m excited to welcome Dr. Brundage to ABAC and know she will bring a sharp focus on student support and work force development to an institution that’s so critical to communities, especially in south Georgia,” USG Chancellor Sonny Perdue said. “Her skills and experience will build on the good work done by Dr. Bridges, and I appreciate the efforts of the campus search committee to find such a strong candidate to lead the students, faculty and staff of ABAC into the future.”
As Keystone’s president, Brundage has managed a $27.5 million budget while restructuring debt and reorganizing the college’s administration to realize an anticipated net surplus for Fiscal Year 2022. In steering the college through the COVID-19 pandemic, she addressed enrollment challenges by creating strong career pathways and expanding services to mid-career learners. She also implemented a plan that is on target to double the amount of funding available for annual scholarships from the previous fiscal year.
“I’m grateful for the board’s and Chancellor Perdue’s confidence in me to lead a college that takes such pride in its students and the opportunities to learn hands-on in everything from agriculture to health care,” Brundage said. “I understand the role ABAC and its students, faculty, staff and alumni play in local communities and across the state. I can’t wait to join them and get started.”
A native of Scranton, Pa., Brundage holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Gettysburg College, as well as both a master of education in training and development and a doctorate in work force education and development from Penn State University.
A recognized expert in the work force development field, Brundage has 30 years of overall experience in a wide variety of academic and operational leadership, strategic planning and organizational development positions both in higher education and the private sector.
Before being named its president, Brundage served as Keystone’s provost and vice president for academic affairs. In that capacity she supervised the Library, Advising & Disability; Career Services; Institutional Research & Planning; Office of Grants & Specialized Programming; the Keystone College Environmental Education Center, and Adult & Online Learning. She managed a budget of $10 million, had a team of 13 employees, served on the president’s cabinet and performed the chief administrative officer duties in the absence of the president.
Prior to coming to Keystone, Brundage served as vice president of work force development at the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, Pa. A former faculty member at Penn College and the Harrisburg Area Community College, she served as director of Continuing Education at Penn State – York.
She has, among other positions, also served as a corporate trainer and owned and operated the Aurora Leigh Bed & Breakfast in Lock Haven, Pa.
Under her leadership, Keystone College attained a student success rate of placing 94% of its students in jobs, and many of its programs have a 100% placement rate. Keystone also has evolved to meet the changing educational needs of students. The college, during her tenure, created campuswide enrollment and retention strategies, opened a Professional Development Institute, expanded experiential learning opportunities and added new high-demand, career-based bachelor’s level and other programs to help meet regional work force needs.
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A 33-year-old Lincoln man was charged Monday for his alleged role in a New Year's attack that left an acquaintance hospitalized with three facial fractures, police say in court records.
Jahija Muhic showed up uninvited at a small house party near 18th and O streets shortly after midnight Jan. 1 and stayed until every other guest left, leaving only Muhic and the tenant alone in the apartment, Lincoln Police Officer Chris Milisits said in the affidavit for the man's arrest.
That's when Muhic confronted the tenant about his involvement with Muhic's ex-girlfriend before repeatedly slamming the tenant's head into his knee, Milisits said in the affidavit.
A neighbor who had been at the gathering and overheard the incident called police, but Muhic fled the apartment before officers responded, Milisits said.
The tenant was treated for his injuries at Bryan West Campus, where he received five stitches to close a laceration on his face, according to the affidavit.
Witnesses later identified Muhic as the man who had been at the apartment in the hours before the assault, according to police.
Prosecutors charged Muhic with the crime in Lancaster County Court on Monday and a judge was expected to sign a warrant for his arrest Tuesday, more than four months after the alleged attack, according to court filings.
A Kansas City, Missouri, native, Andrew Wegley joined the Journal Star as breaking news reporter after graduating from Northwest Missouri State University in May 2021.
The Lincoln property owner awoke to a knock on her door in the hours after the March 19 fire, which investigators initially ruled an accidental electrical fire. Immediately, she suspected that assessment was wrong.
Haroon Sediqi, a 57-year-old Lincoln man, was pronounced dead at Bryan West Campus shortly after crashing Tuesday near 70th Street and Revere Lane, the sheriff's office said.
Deputies say the 30-year-old entered the unlocked business at 3705 S. Coddington Avenue and threw trash cans and chairs around, flipping equipment and spray-painting the building's exterior.
Two days before Kayla Matulka would be found stabbed and strangled, engagement photos of a seemingly happy couple were posted to their shared Facebook page. But texts and Internet phone searches showed a stormier reality.
As a group of people intervened in the alleged assault, the 22-year-old retreated to his residence and loaded a rifle, pointing it at at least six bystanders, according to police.
Both drivers were headed in opposite directions on 70th Street at about 1:30 p.m. Tuesday when they collided near Revere Lane, one block south of Pine Lake Road, the sheriff's office said in a news release.
Police said the owner of the complex had received a phone call about a missing doorknob on one of the building's vacant units. Upon entering the apartment, he was met by multiple trespassers, including one who threatened him with an ax.
Officers responded at around 5:30 a.m. Sunday to an alarm call at Generation V smoke shop, 1501 N. Cotner, where police found the front glass broken and thousands of dollars worth of vape products stolen.
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MURFREESBORO, Ark. — A regular visitor at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro found the largest diamond at the park all year.
Adam Hardin found his first diamond weighing more than two carats after a decade of searching. According to Arkansas State Parks, Hardin said he was sifting soil when he found the diamond.
“It was right in the middle when I flipped my screen over," Hardin said. "When I saw it, I said, ‘Wow, that’s a big diamond!’”
Hardin carried his gem in a pill bottle to the park’s Diamond Discovery Center, where staff registered it as a 2.38-carat brown diamond.
According to staff at the park, the diamond is about the size of a pinto bean with a coffee brown color and rounded shape.
"It has a metallic shine typical of all diamonds found at the park, with a few inclusions and crevices running all along the surface,” Park Interpreter Waymon Cox said.
The park itself has a searching area of 37.5 acres.
Hardin named his diamond Frankenstone. “I thought of the name because it has a pretty and kind of not-so-pretty look to it," Hardin explained. "Us diamond miners call that 'character!'"
Hardin said he usually sells his diamonds locally and plans on selling Frankenstone when the time comes.
(Note: The attached video is a report from September 2021.)
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Abortion advocates organize 'Save Roe' protest at Sarasota courthouse
SARASOTA— Local abortion advocates and health equity organizations have organized a protest in downtown Sarasota in reaction to the possible overturning of the landmark Roe v. Wade case, following a leaked document from the U.S. Supreme Court that became public late Monday evening.
The protest was set to take place at 5 p.m. at the Sarasota County Courthouse complex, according to organizers from Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida (PPSWCF).
The initial response from the reproductive health organization comes after nearly a year of local abortion ban discussions from neighboring Manatee County — one of the first counties in the state to place a local abortion ban on the county commission agenda for discussion.
Several other cities have also organized protests across the state in hopes of amplifying abortion advocates' voices. Nearly a dozen demonstrations were to happen simultaneously in Miami, Fort Myers, Naples, Tallahassee, Gainesville, Orlando, Broward County, St. Petersburg/Tampa, and Lakeland in Florida, alongside hundreds of protests nationwide.
Related:Explosive leaked draft in abortion case reveals Supreme Court on verge of overturning Roe
PPSWCF CEO Stephanie Fraim said Tuesday’s marches, demonstrations, and protests were intended to show that the majority of Americans support access to reproductive health procedures and abortion care.
“Though it wasn’t a surprise, it’s still stunning to know that our Supreme Court would ignore 50 years of precedent and thousands of years of lived experience of people who get pregnant and need to make these decisions for themselves,” Fraim said. “We are going to join together, raise our voices, and say ‘stop this nonsense’ to our elected officials.”
More:DeSantis' abortion views could get renewed attention in post-Roe landscape
The Florida Legislature’s HB 5, known as the antiabortion bill, will go into effect on July 1 after being signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis in late April. The law would effectively ban access to abortions after 15 weeks in Florida.
Progress Florida, a nonprofit designed to support progressive movements in the Sunshine State, has rallied behind the statewide protests in hopes of expanding the reach of reproductive freedom education.
“We are part of a variety of actions and reactions to advance reproductive freedom,” said Reproductive Rights Program Director Amy Weintraub. “We are not going to stand by silently while these rights are stripped away. We will continue to support providers, patients, and abortion funds. We will continue to fight for reproductive freedom. ”
The Sarasota Save Roe Response protest was scheduled for 5 p.m. at the historic Sarasota County Courthouse at 2002 Ringling Blvd.
Samantha Gholar covers social justice news for the Herald-Tribune and USA TODAY Network. Connect with her at sgholar@gannett.com or on Twitter: @samanthagholar
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SAN FRANCISCO — A man was taken into custody after climbing to the top of San Francisco's Salesforce Tower.
Details are still limited, but around 10 a.m. the San Francisco Police Department tweeted a man was climbing the outside of the downtown San Francisco building. By 11 a.m., the man scaling the building reached the top and was taken into custody by law enforcement.
According to ABC7 in the Bay Area, police were initially alerted about the climber just before 9:30 a.m. Streets in the immediate area were closed to the public.
According to the tower's website, it's the tallest building in San Francisco at 1,070 feet.
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STOCKTON, Calif. — The San Joaquin County Asparagus Festival is back, returning to the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds for the first time since 2019.
The festival runs from May 6 - 8, opening at noon and closing at 9 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and at 8 p.m. on Sunday. Although asparagus might not be the first favorite vegetable that comes to mind, the San Joaquin County Asparagus Festival just might change that.
With food ranging from bacon-wrapped deep-fried asparagus to asparagus ice cream, the San Joaquin County Asparagus Festival has everything to satisfy everyone's cravings.
"Being back at the fairgrounds, through all this craziness of the pandemic, we're able to finally bring it into a bigger venue, which means more fun, more vendors, and of course, more asparagus," Alan Sanchez, spokesperson for the San Joaquin County Asparagus Festival, said.
The festival will also showcase cooking demonstrations by local restauranteurs and chefs who plan to show how to healthily prepare asparagus. Kids have their own free 'Kids Zone' with paid attractions such as carnival rides and games, a petting zoo and pony rides!
Another exciting addition is that there will be monster trucks rides with back seats open to passengers for just a $10 purchase.
The San Joaquin County Asparagus Festival works with city and county officials, as well as a security team, to make sure that it is a safe event.
"We've really taken that into account that we want to ease people's fears," said Sanchez. "This is something that is our top priority."
Artists and musicians such as Tim Hurley, Malo, Lindsay Ell, Los Morros del Norte, and many more are performing on the main stage at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. Tickets and a full schedule of events are available on the festival's website.
"We're making sure that this is something that we all remember from back when we were kids. That asparagus festival? It's back here in Stockton," Sanchez said.
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A teenager on Long Island accused of breaking into a Mastic Beach home has been arrested and charged with burglary, as well as raping a young mother while her 4-year-old daughter was in the room, authorities said Tuesday.
Authorities are still searching for an accomplice, but Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney on Wednesday announced the indictment of a 14-year-old in what he called a "shocking and extremely disturbing" chain of events that occurred in the afternoon on April 19.
The masked-up teen and another perpetrator allegedly broke into the home of the 23-year-old victim around 3:15 p.m., Tierney said at a news conference. The mother, who was inside a locked bedroom with her child, assumed the noise was her husband returning home.
Not long after the victim heard the noise, the pair broke into the bedroom and the defendant demanded cash while another suspect searched the house for items to steal, according to investigators.
"While the defendant was alone in the room with the victim and her daughter, the defendant who was armed with a knife began to rape the victim in front of her daughter," Tierney recounted the horrific details to reporters.
The suspect then dragged the mother into the hallway and continued to sexually abuse her. After he was done, Tierney said the teen dragged the victim back into her room where her daughter was hiding. That's when he tried to drag the 4-year-old girl into the hallway, but the mother fought back.
The two struggled into another room where the teen is accused of using his knife to cut the left side of the victim's face, from eyebrow to hairline, Tierney said. He also stabbed her in the chest.
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"Despite her ordeal, she's doing well and our thoughts and prayers go out to her," Tierney later said of the victim.
Eventually, the suspect and his accomplice left after stealing some items and police were called to the scene. The victim received staples and stitches to her injuries at Long Island Community Hospital. A sexual assault exam was performed and DNA evidence was collected, authorities said.
Just two days after the terrifying incident, the teen suspect was arrested on unrelated charges and he admitted to burglarizing the Mastic Beach home but denied sexual assault allegations. However, a lab report came back on April 27, indicating that his DNA matched evidence collected following the sexual assault.
Prosecutors then took the case to the grand jury and the 14-year-old was indicted as a juvenile offender with rape, criminal sex act, assaults, burglaries, sex abuse, strangulation and endangering welfare of a child.
The suspect was arraigned without bail on May 3. Both the suspect and the victim were not identified due to the defendant's age and the nature of the case.
Meanwhile, his accomplice remained at large and police did not release other details.
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What a possible overturning of Roe v. Wade would mean for South Carolina
The U.S. Supreme Court is deliberating a case that could result in the overturning of Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 case that protects a pregnant woman's right to choose to have an abortion without excessive government restriction.
On Monday night, shock rippled through the nation after a leaked revelation indicated the court may overturn Roe v. Wade and allow states to ban abortion.
Politico, on Monday evening, published what it said was a draft opinion written by Associate Justice Samuel Alito and supported by a majority of justices, overturning the landmark 1973 ruling.
The opinion's authenticity was confirmed Tuesday by Chief Justice John Roberts in a statement released by the Supreme Court, but the chief justice cautioned that the opinion was not final, justices could change their minds and it was a draft opinion rather than a decision.
In the statement, Roberts said that the court had launched an investigation to identify the source of the leak, which he called an "egregious breach" of trust.
"To the extent this betrayal of the confidences of the court was intended to undermine the integrity of our operations, it will not succeed," Roberts said in the statement. "The work of the court will not be affected in any way."
More:Former VP Mike Pence's Spartanburg visit comes on heels of Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade leak
The court's opinion was not expected until the final day of its term, in June or July.
If the 1973 ruling is overturned by the court, at least 20 states would immediately make most abortions illegal based on more recent already-passed laws that would in many cases "trigger" if the federal rule was stricken.
In South Carolina, the temporarily blocked “South Carolina Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act”, which would ban most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, could go into effect after a possible reversal of Roe.
2 SC women have different reactions to leaked potential abortion ruling
Laura Beth Kirsop, an anti-abortion advocate in Greenville, said she was confused and then worried when she initially heard the news.
"The leak occurring is really a nightmare," Kirsop told the Greenville News. "It could be a menace of a sinister storm that's about to happen."
The leak feeds into the public polarization of abortion which was prevalent on social media Tuesday, she said.
"This is essentially a messy political narrative that's about to happen, and there's incoming legal recourse that's potentially going to be among the most vile we have seen and witnessed on the abortion battlefront."
Kirsop was heavily involved with anti-abortion advocacy after finishing her master's degree and continues to look for ways she can support the movement.
More:South Carolina leaders react to possible overturn of Roe v. Wade after draft opinion leak
What we know:What happens if Roe v. Wade is overturned?
"Obviously as someone's who's pro-life, that opinion draft is a breath of fresh air to read," she said. "I have hope that this will prevail."
Though she is against abortion, Kirsop said she knows women experience "challenging" unplanned pregnancies. She said she wants to share more alternative resources with them so they feel heard and supported.
Lillian Boatwright, a former elections board member in Pickens County and an abortion-rights supporter, said she thought of one person when she heard the news, her 7-year-old daughter.
"My initial reaction was what does this mean for my child," Boatwright said. "It's still a little disheartening because I immediately started thinking about what might she not have healthcare-wise in however many years when it might be necessary."
Boatwright said she's still wrapping her head around the leaked aspect of the decision but it makes her anxious.
"It's such an emotional issue," she said. "It makes me really nervous that this would come out without a final word. I feel like we're kind of hanging in limbo waiting to see what's going to happen."
For subscribers:Supreme Court deliberations are supposed to be secret. So how did a draft abortion opinion leak?
This isn't an argument of giving a right that didn't exist before but taking away something people currently have, Boatwright said. That's the aspect she said makes her concerned.
"Being as polarizing of an issue as it is just emphasizes the horrible divide that we're seeing in our nation," she said, "and it makes me really sad."
What are South Carolina's current laws on abortion?
Abortion is still legal in all U.S. states, although practical access can vary.
In South Carolina currently, abortion is legal under the following circumstances, according to Title 44 of SC Code of Laws. A trimester is roughly three months.
- During the first trimester of pregnancy when the abortion is performed with the pregnant woman's consent by her attending physician pursuant to his professional medical judgment.
- During the second trimester of pregnancy when the abortion is performed with the pregnant woman's consent by her attending physician in a hospital or clinic certified by the SC Department of Health Environmental Control.
- During the third trimester of pregnancy when the abortion is performed with the pregnant woman's consent, and if married and living with her husband, the consent of her husband, in a certified hospital, and only if the attending physician and one additional consulting physician, who shall not be related to or engaged in private practice with the attending physician, certify in writing that the abortion is necessary based upon their best medical judgment to preserve the life or health of the woman. In the event that the preservation of the woman's mental health is certified as the reason for the abortion, an additional certification shall be required from a consulting psychiatrist who shall not be related to or engaged in private practice with the attending physician. All facts and reasons supporting such certification shall be set forth by the attending physician in writing and attached to such certificate.
View all regulations about general abortions in South Carolina here.
Currently in the South Carolina General Assembly, the House approved a bill last month that requires doctors to tell women who seek medication to have an abortion that there is an unproven way to reverse the procedure.
What are trigger laws, and does SC have them for abortion?
Some states have enacted “trigger laws” banning most abortions, or kept pre-Roe v. Wade abortion bans on the books, which could be enforced if Roe were to be overturned by the Supreme Court.
Last year, Gov. Henry McMaster signed a "fetal heartbeat" law that would ban most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy. Planned Parenthood sued, and in February a federal appeals court upheld a lower court ruling that temporarily blocks enforcement of South Carolina's law.
That temporary block is pending the Supreme Court's decision, making the "fetal heartbeat" law a potential trigger law ready to ban abortions after 6 weeks if Roe v. Wade is reversed.
The Senate Medical Affairs Subcommittee that Sen. Shane Martin, of Pauline chairs passed S 988, The Equal Protection for Unborn Babies Act, which would criminalize most abortions in South Carolina if Roe v. Wade is overturned.
A similar bill, House Bill 4830 has not moved from the judiciary committee, and its partner bill, S 988, is in the Senate medical affairs committee. Neither bill has come to a floor vote in the legislature.
S 988 says "no person may perform or induce, or attempt to perform or induce, an abortion in this State."
The bill clarifies that a physician can still perform a medical procedure or provide medical treatment to prevent the death of a pregnant woman.
Abortion data across the state
In 2020, South Carolina had 5,468 abortions with 44.5% of those occurring before 6 weeks of pregnancy, DHEC data showed. 55.0% of abortions that year occurred between 7-13 weeks and 0.5% occurred later than 13 weeks.
The 2020 data is higher than years prior. SC had 5,101 abortions in 2019 and 4,646 abortions in 2018.
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South Carolina leaders react to possible overturn of Roe v. Wade after draft opinion leak
A leaked draft of a U.S. Supreme Court opinion published by Politico Monday night revealed that the court is considering a decision that would overturn the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision that established a constitutional right to abortion.
The opinion's authenticity was confirmed Tuesday by Chief Justice John Roberts, but he forewarned that the opinion was not final, that justices could change their minds and that it was a draft opinion, not a decision.
What we know:What happens if Roe v. Wade is overturned?
For subscribers:Supreme Court deliberations are supposed to be secret. So how did a draft abortion opinion leak?
South Carolina leaders in the Statehouse and candidates running for office in the upcoming elections expressed their thoughts on the leaked opinion and the possibility of the overturned decision from nearly 50 years ago.
Sen. Lindsey Graham
Sen. Lindsey Graham expressed in tweets how it is a "sad day" for the Supreme Court based on a draft opinion being leaked to the media.
"The radical assault on our institutions and the Constitution itself has reached a new level with the release of a draft opinion on a major issue facing the Court," Graham said in a tweet.
Graham said if the Supreme Court does overturn Roe v. Wade, which he believes was one of the largest power grabs in the history of the Court, it means that every state will decide if abortion is legal and on what terms.
"That, in my view, is the most constitutionally sound way of dealing with this issue and the way the United States handled the issue until 1973," Graham said.
State Sen. Marlon Kimpson
Sen. Marlon Kimpson, D-Charleston, said in a tweet that this may be the mid-term surprise Democrats need to maintain the majority.
"Republicans have taken healthcare decisions away from women. SC will also follow other red states and ban travel for women," Kimpson said.
U.S. Rep. Tom Rice
In a tweet, U.S. Rep. Tom Rice, R-SC, said overturning Roe. V. Wade would be a "major victory for the Pro Life movement" and protecting the unborn.
"However, the leak of the Supreme Court opinion is an inexcusable breach of trust. Integrity and respect for our most precious institutions is eroding and that should be unacceptable by all," Rice said in a tweet.
State Sen. Mia McLeod
State Sen. Mia McLeod, D-Columbia, said on Twitter that "any attack on reproductive rights is dangerous—socially and economically."
"In South Carolina, we need a Governor who understands that. I’ve always been and will always be a fierce advocate for the rights and freedoms of our women and girls," tweeted McLeod, a candidate for governor.
Gubernatorial candidate Joe Cunningham
Democratic candidate for governor Joe Cunningham said in tweets in response to the possible overturn of Roe V. Wade, that Republicans in South Carolina will do everything in their power to pass a total ban on abortion.
"For the first time in our nation’s history, our daughters are poised to have fewer rights than their mothers and grandmothers. It is unconscionable that the Supreme Court would upend half a century of precedent that has saved countless lives. This race for governor is now more important than ever before. Make no mistake: Republicans in South Carolina will do everything in their power to pass a total ban on abortion, and the only thing standing in the way of that is the veto pen of a Democratic Governor," Cunningham said.
Cunningham said Gov. Henry McMaster "will do everything in his power to take away the rights of South Carolina's women to choose what happens to their body".
U.S. Rep. Jeff Duncan
U.S. Rep. Jeff Duncan, R-SC, said one of Biden's arguments for why Roe should be upheld is that the precedent is nearly 50 years old.
"The wrongfully decided Supreme Court precedent upholding racial segregation was older than that, is he saying that Plessy v. Ferguson should still be "the law of the land?" Duncan said on Twitter.
U.S. Rep William Timmons
U.S. Rep. William Timmons, R-SC, said he was optimistic that the SCOTUS decision to overturn Roe v. Wade will hold until the opinion is published later on.
"But the left’s leak of a draft opinion in order to intimidate justices to change their opinion is a disgrace. We must be a nation that protects life," Timmons said in a tweet.
Check back here for more on this developing story.
Tamia Boyd is a Michigan native who covers breaking news in Greenville. Email her at tboyd@gannett.com, and follow her on Twitter @tamiamb.
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Seniors in Birmingham City Schools need to get their Birmingham Promise scholarship applications submitted by June 1 to be considered.
Birmingham Promise ensures up to four years of tuition assistance for BCS graduates and ca be used at any public two-year or four-year college in Alabama.
Additionally, the application also requires students to complete a FAFSA form.
Click here to apply for Birmingham Promise tuition assistance.
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Community gathers to honor life of Shreveport teen hit by stray bullet
On a cloudy Monday afternoon, over 500 people joined in honor of Landry Anglin at Betty Virginia Park to participate in a walk to remember.
"The first thing that we do is keep the family in our thoughts and prayers. But, the next thing that we do beyond thinking and praying, we need to take action," said Mayor Adrian Perkins. "As a community, you all have already taken the first step in doing it and being present today."
The walk began at the entrance of Betty Virginia Park and ended at Erie Street and Fairfield Avenue, where Anglin tragically lost her life.
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Anglin was an 8th grader at Caddo Middle Magnet. "We lost a good one yesterday," said Bobby Anglin, Landry's father.
"Today, we are feeling like we let you down," said Chief Wayne Smith, Shreveport Police Department. "This should not have happened. But, I can tell you that we're working tirelessly, night and day to bring those to justice, who are responsible."
Shreveport City Councilman LeVette Fuller said, "We have failed our children and it's time for us to do more than thoughts and prayers."
Read:Teen shot through house in Shreveport identified
In response to Sunday, Fuller has organized a town hall meeting that will allow the community to talk about how to keep the children of Shreveport safe.
"We need to heal but we need to start thinking now or we're going to end up missing the momentum that we have right now to actually make a real change, because every time this happens a family is in pain the community is riveted and then we go back to business as usual. We can't go back to business as usual," Fuller said.
The town hall will be held at Caddo Magnet High at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
Makenzie Boucher is a reporter with the Shreveport Times. Contact her at mboucher@gannett.com.
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TEXAS, USA — The recent death of a National Guard soldier who drowned trying to save migrants in the Rio Grande has led to increased scrutiny of the Texas Military Department’s policy discouraging service members assigned to Operation Lone Star, Gov. Greg Abbott’s border mission, from engaging in water rescues.
Editorial note: The above video is from a previous report.
Hours after The Texas Tribune and Military Times reported that troops along the river — including Spc. Bishop Evans, who died last month trying to rescue a migrant — lacked flotation devices and rescue training, the agency’s leader Maj. Gen. Thomas M. Suelzer told lawmakers that troops are advised not to jump in the water to avoid risks.
On Monday, a Fox News reporter captured graphic video of a migrant drowning in the river in Eagle Pass as he attempted to cross into the United States. The reporter said Mexican authorities and National Guard service members witnessed the drowning but did not jump into the water even as other migrants yelled frantically for help.
The Fox News reporter said service members told him they were ordered not to do water rescues after Evans’ body was found April 25. He died while trying to save migrants in the same stretch of river.
Critics have said that a lack of guidance and equipment to perform life-saving rescues leaves soldiers dangerously unprepared to deal with a common scenario on the border while dehumanizing the migrants attempting to cross the river.
Laura Peña, director of the Beyond Borders program at the Texas Civil Rights Project, said asking troops not to jump in the water to rescue drowning migrants “sends the message that migrants’ lives are not worth saving.”
“It’s really very, very sad to think that the state of Texas has such little regard for people’s lives who are at risk,” Peña said. “They’re risking everything to seek protection, safety, the American dream.”
The uneven guidance comes as there have been nearly two dozen reported migrant drownings in the past month, according to The Washington Post. Despite the protocol, TMD troops have engaged in at least 15 water rescues a month since last fall, according to a source familiar with incident reporting who asked not to be identified because service members were warned by military leaders against speaking to the press.
RELATED: Gov. Abbott, Texas leaders approve $495.3 million to continue Operation Lone Star operations
State Rep. Ray Lopez, D-San Antonio, said asking troops not to help someone in a life-threatening situation was an unnatural request for service members who sign up to help others in need.
“You don’t want to ask anybody that’s a first responder to do something above and beyond what it is that you have trained them and equipped them for,” said Lopez, who served 14 years in the U.S. Army Reserve. “To me that’s the fallacy, that’s the problem. That’s the big sin.”
He added that military officials should be training and equipping the soldiers stationed near the river for water rescues.
“We haven’t trained them to do what’s instinctive,” he said. “Shame on us for not training them to do it.”
More than a year into Abbott’s border mission, the Texas Military Department is now distributing a limited number of flotation devices to troops on observation points near the river. It previously had reserved water equipment for troops stationed on the water, according to sources familiar with logistics operations. Military Times and the Tribune earlier reported that logistical challenges delayed the deployment of water equipment that could have spared Evans’ life.
After Evans’ death, Suelzer said military officials reiterated to troops who have water equipment that they should throw flotation devices to migrants instead of getting in the water themselves. Service members are still instructed not to go in the water unless they are trained in water survival.
“That’s meant to stop that from happening,” Suelzer told lawmakers of TMD’s instruction to deploy rescue equipment. “You throw the bag to somebody who’s drowning so you don’t get in the water.”
It’s unclear, however, if the department will implement more training on water survival or rescues, and experts cautioned that providing troops rescue equipment without the training could lead to more fatalities.
“If you give somebody something and they think, ‘OK, this is going to be a tool that I can do this rescue with,’ all that happens is we have two victims now,” said Mike Turnbull, board chairperson of Rescue 3 International, a water and flood rescue training group.
The Texas Military Department did not respond to multiple requests for comment.
Evans, who was promoted to sergeant posthumously, was not given a flotation device or training that could have aided a rescue, TMD said previously.
That’s as 23 migrants had drowned in April in the same stretch of water Evans was patrolling and service members had entered the water to help migrants 15 to 20 times a month since last fall, according to a source familiar with incident reporting.
By contrast, the U.S. Border Patrol equips agents with flotation devices and rescue ropes, and Turnbull said his group provides water rescue training to the agency. A week before Evans’ death, Border Patrol agents from a marine unit in Eagle Pass rescued a dozen migrants who were swept off their feet by a swift current by deploying flotation devices and rescue ropes.
Jenn Budd, a former Border Patrol agent, said agents assess a situation before deciding whether to jump into the river to help a drowning migrant, but they are also provided tools and training to aid the rescue.
“When you can rescue somebody, you really feel proud,” she said. “That’s why people join the National Guard. That’s why people join the military.”
Budd said the lack of training from the Texas Military Department was negligent and compared it to sending service members into the desert without water.
“There’s no excuse for the military to not have a policy,” said Budd, now a Border Patrol critic. “You’re putting the lives of the soldiers at risk when you don’t properly train them and make them understand that this is a flowing river.”
Even tools like throw ropes and rescue bags typically require a few days’ training for someone to safely and effectively deploy them in a rescue situation, Turnbull said.
“You don’t know what’s under the water,” he said. “[Are] there foot entrapments? Is there barbed wire? What is underneath there? And if you don’t have the training and the right equipment, death is sure something that can happen.”
Turnbull’s organization recommends a three-day course that entails swimming, learning how rivers and floods work, and lessons on water dynamics, like how much water it takes to wash away a car.
“That’s the thing that has been so valuable to all these folks that we’ve trained over the years,” he said. “It’s understanding something that is not familiar [for] everybody.”
Budd said military leaders are also not taking into account the trauma that can develop from deciding not to jump into a river and watching a person die. That can affect the troops’ morale, which has taken a hit following deplorable living and working conditions during the mission and a number of suicides tied to Operation Lone Star.
One soldier assigned to the mission told the Tribune and Military Times that two of his colleagues had witnessed a migrant drowning in February, describing the experience as “extremely emotionally distressing.”
“They didn’t even have time to jump in the river to save anyone,” the soldier said, adding that the event inspired a now-fulfilled request to equip each observation point in the sector with emergency throw ropes that give troops more options to help.
The military department has said it has offered mental health professionals to airmen and soldiers on the mission.
Lawmakers said the newly delivered water equipment will help protect troops who want to help drowning migrants.
“You’re not going to tell some young man to not go save a woman or kid drowning in the river. That’s not in our DNA as soldiers,” said state Rep. James White, R-Hillister, a former infantry officer in the Army. “I’m confident that as these devices are distributed, they’ll come with appropriate training and protocols.”
But without the right training and clear policies, rescue expert Turnbull explained, the equipment won’t be enough.
“Just a few throw bags and [a few] ring buoys?” he asked. “They’re setting themselves up for more heartbreak.”
This story comes from our KHOU 11 News partners at The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans - and engages with them - about public policy, politics, government, and statewide issues.
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CALDWELL, Idaho — Housing advocates say a new $120,000 grant will help provide relief to people struggling amid Canyon County's affordable housing crisis.
Like in the more populous Ada County, Canyon County residents are struggling to keep up with rising rents and home prices, particularly as those priced out of Boise, Kuna, and Meridan move west.
The nonprofits Jesse Tree and United Way of Treasure Valley announced Tuesday that a $120,000 grant from the Siemer Institute will allow them to hire two new case managers focused on working with Canyon County residents at risk of eviction. At least half of Treasure Valley renters say they are living paycheck-to-paycheck, Jesse Tree says, with thousands of students either homeless or forced to move from one school to another amid housing insecurity.
"The Treasure Valley is at a critical juncture in the housing crisis," Jesse Tree Executive Director Ali Rabe said. "This grant will allow our organization to provide much-needed case management services to families at risk of eviction, to provide them with short-term, one-time support while setting them up for long-term success. This will ultimately reduce the number of families and kids experiencing homelessness in the Treasure Valley."
The nonprofits say the case managers can use rental assistance funding to help tenants catch up on the rent they owe, while also connecting them to services.
"This generous investment comes at a critical time for our area," said Nora Carpenter, president and CEO of United Way of Treasure Valley. "The positive impact of helping families maintain their housing ripples through generations as children can remain in the schools they know and trust."
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BOISE, Idaho — The federal deadline for enforcement of the REAL ID -- also known as Idaho's Star Card -- is extended to May 3, 2023, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday.
Currently, more than 490,000 licensed drivers in Idaho have a Star Card out of 1.25 million residents. In 2019, 420,000 Gem State drivers had REAL IDs, an increase of just 70,000.
According to U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary, Alejandro N. Mayorkas, the COVID-19 pandemic drastically impacted states' ability to issue REAL IDs due to driver's license agencies operating at limited capacity nationwide.
The Star Card became available in Idaho in 2018. The Idaho Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) urges Idahoans to get their Star Card prior to the May 2023 deadline.
A U.S. passport, Star Card, military identification or other REAL ID compliant identification will be required to board commercial flights or enter a federal facility upon the May 2023 deadline.
"We are happy to see the number of Idahoans who have chosen to get a Star Card steadily increase, even during the pandemic, and we want to maintain that momentum," Idaho Division of Motor Vehicles Administrator, Alberto Gonzalez said. "Despite the deadline extension to 2023, please plan ahead and get your Star Card early."
To transition to an Idaho Star Card, drivers must visit a county driver's license office in person. For more information on documents required for the transaction and the REAL ID, visit the Idaho Transportation Department's (ITD) 'Add the Star' tool by clicking here.
ITD said other states have reported a phishing scam for the REAL ID. The scam is often a text asking a citizen for personation information related to the REAL ID. However, ITD said the phishing scam is yet to appear in the Gem State.
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TULSA, Okla. (AP) — A bronze statue depicting one of Oklahoma’s most famous Native American ballerinas was cut from its base outside a Tulsa museum and sold for scrap to a recycling company, authorities said Monday.
Museum officials say the Five Moons statue of Marjorie Tallchief was likely removed Thursday from its plinth outside the Tulsa Historical Society, the Tulsa World reported.
Museum officials received a call Monday from CMC Recycling in southwest Rogers County to identify what was believed to be pieces of the bronze statue, the newspaper reported.
Michelle Place, director of the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum, checked out the recovered pieces late Monday morning and verified that they came from the statue.
“The Tulsa Police Department is working diligently to apprehend the thief,” the historical society said in a statement.
Pieces of the statute, including the head and part of an arm, are still missing.
Place said the original mold for the statue burned in a foundry fire, so recreating the statute will be much more complicated.
“I am devastated by this,” she said.
The statues known as the Five Moons were created by Tulsa-area artists Monte England and Gary Henson. England worked on two of the pieces before his death in 2005, and Henson completed the project.
The other Five Moons statues of renowned American Indian ballerinas depict Yvonne Chouteau, Rosella Hightower, Moscelyne Larkin and Maria Tallchief, Marjorie Tallchief’s sister.
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Janelle Monáe brought a bit of the future to the Met Gala, donning a glittering Ralph Lauren look.
The Grammy-nominated singer left their hats at home for a glittering headpiece attached to a black and white figure-hugging gown.
“This is gilded glamour from the future,” Monáe told The Associated Press. “I came here from the future.”
It’s no surprise the singer-song writer would bring their affinity for sci-fi to Monday’s Met Gala.
Monáe, who recently said they are nonbinary, released a sci-fi book titled “The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty Computer.” The book elaborates on Monae’s Afrofuturistic album “Dirty Computer” and shares tales with several other collaborators about how different threads from “queerness, race, gender plurality and love — become tangled with future possibilities of memory and time in such a totalitarian landscape.”
“It’s supporting LGBTQI plus communities through Afrofuturism,” Monáe told Vogue on the carpet.
Asked how long their look took to pull together, Monáe raised two fingers: “Two minutes.”
As an artist, Monae said they loved being able to work with a team to create the glamorous look for the night.
“I’m still an art school kid student,” Monáe told Vogue.
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LOS ANGELES (AP) — A jury on Monday gave a sweeping win to the Kardashian family in former reality TV star Blac Chyna’s lawsuit against them.
The Los Angeles jury found that none of the members defamed Chyna, nor did any interfere with her contract by convincing the E! network to cancel her reality show “Rob & Chyna.”
The four Kardashian defendants — Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Khloé Kardashian and Kylie Jenner — attended nearly the entire trial, but when the verdict was read all were in New York at the Met Gala, where this year’s theme was “Gilded Glamour.”
Chyna was in court for the verdict. She had no visible reaction.
After about 10 hours of deliberations, the jurors decided on the long jury form that the Kardashians often acted in bad faith, finding that they were not justified in telling the executives and producers of “Rob & Chyna” that Chyna abused their son and brother Rob Kardashian. But they found that it had no substantial effect on Chyna’s contract or the fate of the show, and she was awarded no damages.
Executives from the E! network, which aired the show, testified that “Rob & Chyna” ended because the relationship ended, not because of the defendants’ actions.
Kardashian attorney Michael G. Rhodes said the family was “exuberant” when he called them with the news.
“They’re very pleased,” Rhodes said. “I hope they enjoy their gala in New York.”
Chyna’s attorney Lynne Ciani said that based on her reading of the verdict, “the jury found that Chyna had not physically abused Rob Kardashian,” and “the jury found that all four defendants had intentionally interfered with her contract with the E! Network.”
“We will appeal on the remaining questions,” she added.
The jury was twice sent back to deliberate further when it was found that on some questions in the case against Kylie Jenner the vote had been 8-4 when at least 9-3 was required in the civil case, but they quickly returned with 9-3 votes and the result remained unchanged.
Jurors were considering the defamation case against Kris Jenner, Khloé Kardashian and Kylie Jenner, after a judge threw out the part of the lawsuit against Kim Kardashian in the middle of deliberations.
All four of the women testified during the nine-day trial.
The trial focused largely on allegations that Chyna violently attacked her then-fiancé and reality TV co-star Rob Kardashian on a night and morning in December 2016. He testified that she twice held a gun to his head, wrapped a phone-charging cord around his neck and beat him with a metal rod. She testified that she had put the cord around his neck and held the gun playfully as the two celebrated the renewal of their reality show, and when the celebration turned into a dispute, she was never violent against him.
But the legal questions the jury considered were all about the aftermath of that fight. Jurors had to decide whether each of the defendants knowingly lied about the abuse when they talked about it with the producers and executives overseeing “Rob & Chyna,” or spread word about it with reckless disregard for the truth. And they had to decide for each defendant whether those communications were an illegal interference with Chyna’s contract to appear on the show.
In her closing argument, Ciani argued that it was unreasonable for the four women to have believed that her client violently attacked her former fiancé Rob Kardashian.
“He didn’t have a mark on him,” Ciani told jurors. “There was no call to the police, no trip to the hospital, not even a Band-Aid.”
Rhodes argued during his closing that the women had every reason to believe the accounts of the attack from Rob Kardashian and from Kris Jenner’s longtime boyfriend Corey Gamble, who arrived at the scene and broke up the dispute.
“Do you remember how Rob looked on the stand? His pain was real,” Rhodes said. “This is a real family. Yeah, they’re famous, but they’re real people. He got really badly hurt here.”
It appeared during the trial that Gamble would prove to be the key witness for the defense. But the television executives and producers whose testimony was often technical, and utterly without drama, would prove more important in the jury’s findings, which rendered the women’s stories of abuse largely irrelevant.
Jurors were free to make it a split decision — finding against some of the Kardashians but not others.
They gave the family a clean sweep instead, and gave Chyna nothing.
She had sought as much as $108 million in the lawsuit. A punitive damages phase that would have been triggered by a plaintiff victory will not happen now.
The 5-year-old lawsuit overcame many obstacles — including motions to dismiss and settlement talks between the two sides — and was a longshot to even get to trial.
But the final obstacle, convincing a jury, proved too much to overcome.
The case isn’t entirely over for Chyna, though. Separate allegations in the lawsuit against Rob Kardashian, with him as the lone defendant, were split into a separate trial that will likely begin in about a week.
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NEW YORK (AP) — Kim Kardashian went for classic and iconic at the Met Gala, once again breaking the internet by donning one of Marilyn Monroe’s most famous looks.
By tracking her whereabouts from paparazzi photos and scanning recent interviews, social media users guessed that Kardashian was going to wear the dress when she and Davidson were recently spotted in Orlando, Florida — the home of Ripley’s Believe It or Not. In 2016, the dress worn by Marilyn Monroe as she sang “Happy Birthday” to President John F. Kennedy in 1962 was sold at auction to Ripley’s Believe It or Not for nearly $5 million.
The figure-hugging nude dress worn by Kardashian at Monday’s Met Gala contains more than 2,500 handstitched crystals.
Kardashian was the final celebrity to walk the Met Gala red carpet, joined by her boyfriend, Pete Davidson. She swapped her signature long black hair for a tight platinum blonde bun, emulating Monroe.
The reality TV star and entrepreneur told Vogue that she had to lose 16 pounds to fit into the dress. All of Kardashian’s sisters attend the Met Gala, as did momager Kris Jenner.
Kim Kardashian and Davidson made their first red carpet outing together last week at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
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NEW YORK (AP) — A New York City love story played out on the Met Galasteps Monday with a proposal.
The engagement stopped live celebrity interviews as Met Gala guests turned to look to see former assembly candidate Bobby Digi Olisa get down on one knee and propose to Commissioner of New York City Cultural Affairs Laurie Cumbo.
With all the cameras turned to the carpet, Digi Olisa got down on one knee. Met Gala attendees screamed in excitement and shouted “say yes” to the couple. She did.
“You know, it’s always like trying to wait for the right time. So when is the right time considering everything that’s going on worldwide? So I was just like, ‘Today we’re going to make it happen,’” Digi Olisa told The Associated Press after the proposal.
“You wait for this moment your whole life almost and for it to be right here, it was everything that I thought it would be,” Cumbo said.
In front of AP’s cameras, Cumbo removed the glove on her left hand and Digi Olisa put the engagement ring on her finger.
The night was a full circle moment for Cumbo. She said she was an intern at the museum when she was 15 and came to the Met Gala.
“And now I’m coming back with my now husband as the commissioner of the department of cultural affairs,” she said.
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NEW YORK (AP) — NBC News said Monday that it had changed 11 articles written for its website over the past year after they were found to contain information taken from other news organizations without attribution.
The reporter involved, Teaganne Finn, is “no longer employed with the company,” a spokesman said Monday.
NBC News informed readers in an editor’s note posted Monday. Separate notes were placed on each of the stories to say the plagiarized information, in each case background material not central to the article, had been removed from the pieces.
For example, a Feb. 8 story about child tax credit negotiations in Congress contained information about child tax payments and Sen. Joe Manchin’s opposition to a proposal that “were not properly attributed to their original source and did not meet our standards for original material,” NBC said.
NBC News discovered the plagiarism during a review of the reporter’s work and had not been tipped by an outside source, the spokesman said.
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After offloading his lavish East Bay mansion (and the custom treehouse in the garden) earlier this year, retired San Francisco Giants legend Buster Posey has now listed his sprawling California hunting getaway as he heads back to his native Georgia.
The 106-acre Springer Lodge in Butte County has been listed by California Outdoor Properties for $3.9 million this week. The ranch, around 150 miles outside San Francisco, features a lake, two creeks and many acres of land for duck hunting and fishing.
“I grew up hunting with my dad and my brothers, and I formulated great childhood memories through that,” Posey told the Wall Street Journal, “The kids have enjoyed it for sure.”
The Poseys added to the 3,300 square-foot home during their time there by building a 4,800 square-foot red barn, complete with an events space, game room and five sleeping areas. The family also built a workshop and caretaker house on the land that's described in the listing as a "one of a kind sportsman's paradise."
Posey's sale of their Lafayette home in March saw them make a significant profit, selling for $9.28 million after purchasing the house for $4.585 million in June 2013 during his long tenure at the Giants, the only MLB team he ever played for. Posey won three World Series championships and was a seven-time All Star in San Francisco. Buster and his wife Kristen, who met in high school in Georgia, are moving back to the Peach State.
The Oroville ranch was bought by the Poseys in 2016 for $1.6 million. A cinematic promotional video for the property showcases the home.
"Far removed from public access, and behind locked gates, the journey into the ranch unfolds as if opening a picture book," the narrator, who sounds a lot like Sam Elliott, boasts over footage of the sprawling acres and many taxidermied animals.
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Police are looking for a man they say abruptly started punching a 42-year-old woman he sat next to on an MTA bus in the Bronx last month, slamming her into seats in what authorities say appears to be an unprovoked attack.
The woman was riding the BX31 bus and was near the corner of East 225th Street and Schieffelin Avenue in Edenwald around 12:30 a.m. April 7 when the man attacked her.
She suffered injuries to her face and body and was taken to a hospital for treatment. Police say the attacker got off the bus and ran off along East 225th Street in the direction of Laconia Avenue.
The NYPD released surveillance footage of the suspect (above). Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.
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The Southeast Community College Board of Governors will interview four people to finish out the term vacated by the death of longtime member Jim Garver in March.
Kristi Chambers, Richard LeBlanc, J.P. Caruso and Penny McCord will interview with the board on May 17 before the community college's governance body selects a replacement.
A fifth applicant was determined to not live in District 4, which cuts across central Lincoln and represents a swath of western Lancaster County, and was not advanced as a finalist.
Applicants were required to be registered voter, have lived in District 4 for at least six months, and can't be members of any elected or appointed board that deals with education.
The requirements also stipulate they cannot be employed by SCC.
"I think we had some really excellent applicants," said board Chair Neal Stenberg. "I was really pleased with the outcome of that."
The finalists who will interview include:
* Kristi Chambers, a curriculum specialist for the Community Learning Centers at Lincoln Public Schools.
* Richard LeBlanc, former executive director of the Nebraska Board of Educational Lands and Funds.
* J.P. Caruso, the coordinator for the International Baccalaureate program at Lincoln High School.
* Penny McCord, a former educator and tech industry executive at Compaq.
Garver, who died March 30 at the age of 71, served on the SCC Board of Governors for 13 years after sitting on the Lincoln Board of Education for 20 years.
Because his death occurred after the deadline to remove names from the primary election, District 4 voters will see Garver's name on their ballot.
Following the primary, however, a vacancy for the position will be declared, which means candidates can petition the Nebraska Secretary of State's office to appear on the November general election ballot.
Petitioners will be required to collect a number of signatures equal to 10% of voters who cast ballots in District 4 during the 2020 presidential election before Sept. 1.
Breaking down Nebraska's colleges and universities
Bellevue University
Bellevue University, Bellevue
Pell grant students: 42%
Students with federal loans: 39%
Average annual cost: $15,616
8-year graduation rate: 46%
Median debt: $20,865
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 29%
Average earnings after 10 years: $56,762
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Bryan College of Health Sciences
Bryan College of Health Sciences, Lincoln
Pell grant students: 38%
Students with federal loans: 74%
Average annual cost: $26,122
8-year graduation rate: 76%
Median debt: $26,060
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 47%
Average earnings after 10 years: $59,446
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Central Community College
Central Community College, Grand Island
Pell grant students: 51%
Students with federal loans: 33%
Average annual cost: $8,235
8-year graduation rate: 48%
Median debt: $7,250
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 40%
Average earnings after 10 years: $34,795
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Chadron State College
Chadron State College, Chadron
Pell grant students: 39%
Students with federal loans: 57%
Average annual cost: $14,268
8-year graduation rate: 44%
Median debt: $19,295
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 36%
Average earnings after 10 years: $43,869
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CHI Health School of Radiologic Technology
CHI Health School of Radiologic Technology, Omaha
Pell grant students: not listed
Students with federal loans: not listed
Average annual cost: not listed
3-year graduation rate: 93%
Median debt: not listed
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): not listed
Average earnings after 10 years: $35,526
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Clarkson College
Clarkson College, Omaha
Pell grant students: 28%
Students with federal loans: 69%
Average annual cost: $20,123
8-year graduation rate: 73%
Median debt: $25,500
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 45%
Average earnings after 10 years: $59,883
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College of Hair Design
College of Hair Design-Downtown, Lincoln
Pell grant students: 51%
Students with federal loans: 57%
Average annual cost: $14,025
18-month graduation rate: 61%
Median debt: $12,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 30%
Average earnings after 10 years: $22,684
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College of Saint Mary
College of Saint Mary, Omaha
Pell grant students: 34%
Students with federal loans: 55%
Average annual cost: $14,325
8-year graduation rate: 60%
Median debt: $25,500
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 30%
Average earnings after 10 years: $48,273
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Concordia University
Concordia University-Nebraska, Seward
Pell grant students: 29%
Students with federal loans: 71%
Average annual cost: $20,763
8-year graduation rate: 67%
Median debt: $26,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 48%
Average earnings after 10 years: $45,784
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Creighton University
Creighton University, Omaha
Pell grant students: 13%
Students with federal loans: 51%
Average annual cost: $31,400
8-year graduation rate: 76%
Median debt: $24,369
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 49%
Average earnings after 10 years: $66,524
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Doane University
Doane University, Crete
Pell grant students: 30%
Students with federal loans: 93%
Average annual cost: $26,507
8-year graduation rate: 62%
Median debt: $25,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 36%
Average earnings after 10 years: $48,203
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Hastings College
Hastings College, Hastings
Pell grant students: 33%
Students with federal loans: 75%
Average annual cost: $21,670
8-year graduation rate: 59%
Median debt: $26,809
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 42%
Average earnings after 10 years: $48,198
Hastings College
Joseph's College Cosmetology
Joseph's College Cosmetology, Lincoln
Pell grant students: 78%
Students with federal loans: 88%
Average annual cost: $9,445
18-month graduation rate: 62%
Median debt: $12,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 24%
Average earnings after 10 years: $22,698
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Metro Community College
Metropolitan Community College, Omaha
Pell grant students: 42%
Students with federal loans: 16%
Average annual cost: $4,295
8-year graduation rate: 15%
Median debt: $7,891
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 23%
Average earnings after 10 years: $35,108
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Midland University
Midland University, Fremont
Pell grant students: 39%
Students with federal loans: 84%
Average annual cost: $21,128
8-year graduation rate: 58%
Median debt: $26,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 36%
Average earnings after 10 years: $50,032
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Mid-Plains Community College
Mid-Plains Community College, North Platte
Pell grant students: 39%
Students with federal loans: 31%
Average annual cost: $6,553
8-year graduation rate: 29%
Median debt: $8,885
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 36%
Average earnings after 10 years: $33,361
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Nebraska Christian College
Nebraska Christian College of Hope International University, Papillion
Pell grant students: not listed
Students with federal loans: not listed
Average annual cost: $21,372
8-year graduation rate: 40%
Median debt: not listed
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): not listed
Average earnings after 10 years: $41,202
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Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture
Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture, Curtis
Pell grant students: 31%
Students with federal loans: 33%
Average annual cost: $13,108
8-year graduation rate: 49%
Median debt: $21,362
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 48%
Average earnings after 10 years: $52,360
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Nebraska Indian Community College
Nebraska Indian Community College, Macy
Pell grant students: 76%
Students with federal loans: 0%
Average annual cost: $12,866
8-year graduation rate: 10%
Median debt: not listed
Began repayment after two years (making progress or paid in full): not listed
Average earnings after 10 years: not listed
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Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health
Nebraska Methodist College of Nursing & Allied Health, Omaha
Pell grant students: 32%
Students with federal loans: 78%
Average annual cost: $25,311
8-year graduation rate: 77%
Median debt: $25,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 42%
Average earnings after 10 years: $56,533
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Nebraska Wesleyan University
Nebraska Wesleyan University, Lincoln
Pell grant students: 33%
Students with federal loans: 71%
Average annual cost: $23,847
8-year graduation rate: 67%
Median debt: $26,966
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 44%
Average earnings after 10 years: $52,697
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Northeast Community College
Northeast Community College, Norfolk
Pell grant students: 46%
Students with federal loans: 43%
Average annual cost: $8,749
8-year graduation rate: 44%
Median debt: $11,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 41%
Average earnings after 10 years: $37,858
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Peru State College
Peru State College, Peru
Pell grant students: 52%
Students with federal loans: 68%
Average annual cost: $14,058
8-year graduation rate: 46%
Median debt: $22,119
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 24%
Average earnings after 10 years: $42,121
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Southeast Community College
Southeast Community College, Lincoln
Pell grant students: 45%
Students with federal loans: 77%
Average annual cost: $9,059
8-year graduation rate: 31%
Median debt: $4,818
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 32%
Average earnings after 10 years: $40,861
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Union College
Union College, Lincoln
Pell grant students: 43%
Students with federal loans: 87%
Average annual cost: $22,497
8-year graduation rate: 51%
Median debt: $27,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 33%
Average earnings after 10 years: $45,198
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University of Nebraska at Kearney
University of Nebraska at Kearney, Kearney
Pell grant students: 42%
Students with federal loans: 50%
Average annual cost: $16,017
8-year graduation rate: 59%
Median debt: $19,250
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 42%
Average earnings after 10 years: $46,054
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University of Nebraska Medical Center
University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha
Pell grant students: not listed
Students with federal loans: not listed
Average annual cost: not listed
8-year graduation rate: 94%
Median debt: $15,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 65%
Average earnings after 10 years: $73,342
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University of Nebraska at Omaha
University of Nebraska at Omaha, Omaha
Pell grant students: 41%
Students with federal loans: 38%
Average annual cost: $14,040
8-year graduation rate: 50%
Median debt: $19,500
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 34%
Average earnings after 10 years: $50,131
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln
Pell grant students: 25%
Students with federal loans: 46%
Average annual cost: $17,208
8-year graduation rate: 68%
Median debt: $21,362
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 48%
Average earnings after 10 years: $52,360
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Wayne State College
Wayne State College, Wayne
Pell grant students: 38%
Students with federal loans: 62%
Average annual cost: $13,765
8-year graduation rate: 52%
Median debt: $20,400
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 40%
Average earnings after 10 years: $43,727
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Western Nebraska Community College
Western Nebraska Community College, Scottsbluff
Pell grant students: 46%
Students with federal loans: 19%
Average annual cost: $5,339
8-year graduation rate: 30%
Median debt: $9,203
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 37%
Average earnings after 10 years: $34,452
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York College
York College, York
Pell grant students: 49%
Students with federal loans: 70%
Average annual cost: $16,961
8-year graduation rate: 49%
Median debt: $24,000
Began repayment in two years (making progress or paid in full): 22%
Average earnings after 10 years: $33,777
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Car owners along one stretch of street in Jersey City woke up to find more than a dozen cars with a slashed tires Tuesday morning.
Vanessa Hancock O'Neal, one of the victims, was shocked by what she saw along Bayside Terrace in the Greenville section.
"It doesn't make sense for somebody to slash people's tires," she told News 4 New York.
As a tow truck hauled away one car to replace its tires, neighbors expressed the outrage saying that although they live on a quiet, dead-end street, their concerns should not be ignored.
"We need to do something about this. We need to speak to Mayor [Steve] Fulop. It’s outrageous," Patrick, a resident on the street who declined to give his last name, said.
The mayor's press secretary said that police are investigating.
Residents along the area want officers to patrol their neighborhood as some are scrambling to find a way to make repairs until payday.
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Salisbury University's next president named, coming from Radford University in Virginia
The University System of Maryland Board of Regents has named Carolyn Ringer Lepre the next president of Salisbury University. She will take the reins at SU beginning July 15, replacing retiring president Charles Wight.
Lepre, whose academic background is in mass communications and journalism, has been interim president of Radford University in Virginia since July 2021, before that serving as the university’s provost and vice president for academic affairs.
As Radford, Lepre spearheaded several priorities, with the university debuting three fast-track online programs in 2021 geared toward working adults — RN-to-BSN, MSN, and MBA. During her tenure in that post, Radford also introduced general education curriculum that gives students more control over their coursework and cultivates individualized pathways to degree completion.
Under her leadership, Radford also established a stand-alone School of Nursing; partnered with the Appalachian School of Law to create dual-degree programs; began a bridge program with New River Community College; launched the Center for Opportunity and Social Mobility for first-generation students; and guaranteed an experiential learning opportunity for every Radford student—what the university calls the “Highlander Promise.”
Before arriving at Radford, Lepre served for eight years at Marist College in New York, holding a host of academic and administrative positions, culminating with her deanship of the School of Communication and the Arts.
In a release announcing Lepre's announcement Salisbury University hailed her support for "holistic education."
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"Dr. Lepre’s values align closely with those of Salisbury University. She says that when a university’s goal is “holistic education” — to develop students intellectually, socially, and civically — diversity and inclusivity are essential. She believes that aligning institutional and individual goals is key to student, faculty, and staff development, and that investing time and energy in mentoring yields not only long-term success but the inclusive community of ideas that we strive for in the academy."
Wight, who has served as SU's president since July 1, 2018, announced in October 2021 that he planned to retire. In a tweet, he welcome Lepre as his successor at Salisbury.
In a release from the University System of Maryland, Lepre embraced the challenge of leading Salisbury University.
“I am thrilled to join such a prestigious, student-centered and forward-thinking university,” said Lepre. “Salisbury University’s commitment to student success, academic excellence, and focus on inclusivity and belonging aligns with my personal and professional values. I especially look forward to working in partnership with and celebrating our most important resource — our purpose-driven people.
"Empowering students to excel as scholars, citizens and practitioners and instilling a passion for lifelong learning is an incredible responsibility and privilege. I am deeply honored to serve as the next President of Salisbury University, and I look forward to becoming a part of the Sea Gull Nation.”
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Lepre’s research has focused on media representation of gender and diversity, health communication and mass communication education, and she has published more than 40 book chapters, refereed journal and conference articles. In addition, she is the co-author of "U.S. Media and Diversity" (Wiley-Blackwell) now in its second edition, with a third edition in progress.
Lepre attended Miami University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and journalism. She received her Master of Science in Journalism degree from Ohio University and her Ph.D. in mass communication from the University of Florida.
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How Maryland is celebrating Harriet Tubman, reexamining her role in this year and beyond
Maryland is revisiting the history of Harriet Tubman following Republican Gov. Larry Hogan’s decision to dedicate 2022 to the renowned Underground Railroad conductor, which many scholars say is an opportunity to inspire young people.
“When it comes to the education curriculum, African American history is still marginalized,” said Chanel Compton, executive director of the Banneker-Douglass Museum in Annapolis. “It’s just as integral as math and science, and we’re really not there yet.”
According to a national poll conducted by Quinnipiac University in February, 27% of U.S. adults reported learning a “full and accurate account of the role of African Americans in the United States,” in school, compared with 66% who said their teachings “fell short” when it came to African American studies.
Critics say the U.S. has for decades erased the history of marginalized communities via inaccurate or inadequate education, but advocates’ efforts to preserve their past have persisted.
For years, historically Black colleges and universities, civil rights activists and African American museums have promoted their stories and contributions to American history, Compton said, “and with each new generation we’re building on that momentum.”
'Walk along the same path' on Eastern Shore
Hogan has urged Marylanders to dedicate some of their time to visiting the historical sites tied to Tubman’s past such as the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park and Visitor Center in Church Creek.
“It is truly inspiring to think about how we can all walk along the same path as she did where she forged her indelible legacy of freedom, but the celebration of her life should not end this week or this month,” Hogan said at a March 12 press conference, which coincided with the 200th anniversary of Tubman’s birth in Dorchester County as well as the fifth year since the visitor center opened.
Dana Paterra, the manager of the visitor center and state park, said the facility received more attention from the media and tourists after Hogan’s commencement of the year of Tubman. According to Paterra, more than 1,500 people came to the visitor center the weekend of Hogan’s announcement despite rainy weather and icy roads.
“The message that she leaves behind, her values of faith, family, community and freedom still resonate with people today … and what we want, especially young people, to leave with is that they can make a difference and they can be a powerful source for social justice,” Paterra said.
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The Banneker-Douglass Museum has seen an uptick in public engagement in person and online.
“You see these young students of diverse backgrounds getting involved in social justice movements having discussions around racial equality in the classroom and homes,” Compton said. “We need to support that as an institution and fill in those gaps.”
Long overdue recognition for Harriet Tubman
Historians in Maryland are thrilled to see one of the state’s — and the nation’s — most important figures celebrated for her death-defying efforts to lead slaves to freedom. It’s long overdue, some say, especially because there are many people who are unfamiliar with Tubman’s story.
Born in the early 1820s on the Eastern Shore, Tubman spent her youth as a house servant, enslaved along with her parents and eight siblings on a plantation in Dorchester County. Terrified of seeing her family separated by slave auctions after their master died, Tubman fled to Pennsylvania in 1849 but returned the next year on her first rescue trip to liberate her niece.
Tubman led more than a dozen escape groups to the North by 1860, and historians estimate more than 70 enslaved people found freedom following Tubman along the Underground Railroad. During the Civil War, Tubman served the Union Army as a scout, spy and nurse. In her later years and until her death in 1913, Tubman resided in Auburn, New York, where she opened a home to care for the needy and elderly.
“It’s always interesting as a historian when people don’t know about historical figures because we teach about these people all the time, and so we just hope that our students listen in class and have some takeaway,” said Tamara Brown, a history professor and director of women’s studies at Bowie State.
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Catherine Clinton, author of the widely praised 2004 biography “Harriet Tubman: The Road to Freedom,” said Tubman’s story “has been left for too many years on the children’s shelf.”
“Do we not understand the Underground Railroad and the battle of slavery changed this country and made it a beacon for people coming to the U.S. for freedom and democracy?” Clinton said. “I also want her to be a blood and flesh person, not a bronze statue.
“I’d rather have people understand the dilemmas that she faced, especially returning to Maryland, her home, again and again to liberate family members (and) to rescue others from dire situations.”
A student-led grassroots movement is seeking to ensure such stories are told. The movement, #DiversifyOurNarrative, encourages schools to incorporate more diverse and anti-racist material in the classroom. Since June 2020, the organization has become involved with more than 800 school districts across the country.
When will we get Harriet Tubman $20 bill?
Federal efforts to honor Tubman’s accomplishments as a slave-liberator and humanitarian include a push in recent years to put the abolitionist’s portrait on the $20 bill. In 2016, President Barack Obama’s administration proposed replacing the image of Andrew Jackson, a founding father who owned slaves and enacted legislation that was harmful to indigenous people, with that of Harriet Tubman.
The revamped currency is scheduled to be released in 2030, according to the U.S. Treasury Department.
There is still work to be done, according to Ernestine Wyatt, the great-great-great grandniece of Tubman. While she was grateful for Hogan’s effort, Wyatt hopes the renewed attention for Tubman does not end after this year.
Wyatt has been a vocal advocate for Harriet Tubman Day and continues to fight for an earlier release of the updated $20 bill with Tubman on it. She recently rang the first of 200 bell tolls honoring Tubman and women veterans during the National Bell Festival at Arlington National Cemetery on New Year’s Day.
“How can I extend this, her relevancy, to be able to help other people to do what she did beyond 2022?” Wyatt said. “I want her to have every year about Harriet and her values, her approach to life, because she was very very successful in helping other people and doing things for this country.”
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CALIFORNIA, USA — This story was originally published by CalMatters.
If you’ve heard Sacramento District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert speak at any point in the last half decade, you’ve probably heard about her special disdain for two numbers: 47 and 57.
Those are the two ballot propositions that California voters passed overwhelmingly as part of the decades-long policy upheaval to reduce the state’s crowded prisons and make the legal system less punitive.
Now, riding a wave of public apprehension about crime, Schubert is running to be the next attorney general of California. The career prosecutor is too politically savvy to say: “I told you so.”
But in a 75-minute conversation with CalMatters reporters earlier this month, she did, in fact, tell us so.
“I have long been raising the alarm…The consequences of 47 are very vivid now,” she said, saying that the law effectively “decriminalized” theft.
In fact, Proposition 47, which voters passed in 2014, reclassified certain crimes, including theft of items worth less than $950, as misdemeanors. Two years later, voters passed Prop. 57 making it easier for inmates charged with all but the most serious crimes to apply for early parole.
Schubert may sound like many in the state GOP in her criticisms of California’s liberal shift on criminal justice, but she isn’t a Republican. Not any more. In 2018, after a bruising reelection battle to be Sacramento County’s top prosecutor, she left the party and became a “no party preference” voter.
This year she’s hoping to unseat incumbent Democrat Rob Bonta. But to finish in the top two in the June 7 primary and make it to the November ballot, she’ll also need to snatch the “tough on crime” mantle from Republicans Nathan Hochman and Eric Early.
“I think we’re at a time in California, right now, where people are reeling (from)…a tsunami of poor public policies,” she said.
Available crime statistics paint a more uncertain picture. Recent reports from the nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office and the Public Policy Institute of California found that reported crime has increased, but just back up to 2019 levels after a dip during the worst of the pandemic, while an alarming increase in the homicide rate follows a national trend.
Schubert discounts the official data, noting that crime is often underreported. “Talk to the retailers or the people that are actually living it every day,” she said.
For those voters with buyers’ remorse about the state’s past criminal justice “reforms,” Schubert is presenting herself as a tough, nonpartisan corrective.
Here are four other highlights from our conversation with Schubert:
A grisly resume
Schubert made a name for herself in the Sacramento district attorney’s office by using DNA forensics to prosecute cold cases. That work culminated in the arrest and prosecution of the “Golden State Killer” who terrorized the Sacramento area in the 1970s and ’80s. It has also taken Schubert to some of the darker corners of the human psyche — details she doesn’t shy away from — though she prefers to talk about the victims.
“If we cannot recognize the human toll of crime in our policies and our laws, then we’re failing,” she said.
Schubert has made that human toll a centerpiece of her campaign. At a press conference last spring, Schubert announced her candidacy surrounded, by the family members of serial murder victims, abducted children and slain police officers. Campaign kick-offs are usually upbeat affairs, but Schubert recounted many of the crimes in detail.
A few months later, her campaign launched a true crime podcast, with each episode exploring a case that Schubert’s office prosecuted.
In the interview, Schubert, perhaps mindful of the state electorate’s recent track record of voting against tough on crime measures, stressed that she isn’t solely interested in locking people away. The two most memorable moments of her career, she said: The 2018 arrest and prosecution of the Golden State Killer, but also the 2020 exoneration through DNA evidence of Ricky Davis, an El Dorado County man who spent 15 years in prison for murder.
Liberal language, conservative critiques
Schubert couldn’t be mistaken for a progressive prosecutor, but she borrowed the language of the left to hammer the state’s criminal justice system and the Legislature’s crime policies.
Exhibit 1: Though Prop. 57 makes it easier for many prison inmates to qualify for parole consideration, those convicted of the most serious offenses are denied that extra leeway. Those 23 crimes are designated “violent felonies” under state law. Conservatives regularly highlight the most deplorable offenses that are deemed “nonviolent.”
“We can be the most progressive state you want to say we are,” she said. “But when we continue to tell our community that domestic violence is a nonviolent crime…I find that atrocious.”
Schubert also criticized the state for being too generous awarding good behavior credits to inmates — but also called on the state to spend more on rehabilitation.
“If we’re going to hand out credits like Halloween candy without adequate rehab, we are not doing a service to that individual, to that crime victim, and to our community,” she said.
Calling herself a nonpolitician
Schubert touts her “no party preference” label as an “authentic” expression of who she is and how she views the job of attorney general.
“I’m not in this for politics. I love public safety,” she said.
But that self-description is belied somewhat by Schubert’s decade-plus in politics. She briefly ran to be a superior court judge in 2010. In 2014, she won election as Sacramento County District attorney, then won again in 2018. Schubert also played a major role in two statewide ballot campaigns: a successful one in 2012 to preserve the death penalty and an unsuccessful effort in 2020 to tweak Propositions 47 and 57.
Almost all of that political activism she did as a Republican.
Running as an independent now could be Schubert’s best shot at winning over a statewide electorate that hasn’t elected a Republican since 2006. But Schubert said her political affiliation reflects her earnest view that law enforcement is a nonpartisan business. She also has plenty of personal experience putting politics aside. Just ask her brother, Frank, who led the Proposition 8 campaign in 2008 to ban same-sex marriage in California.
“It was personal to me because I know how I am as a mom,” said Schubert, who is openly gay and the mother of two. “His views are perhaps based in his religion, and I don’t disrespect anybody’s religion. I just disagree.”
Frank Schubert now supports his sister’s campaign.
Running against Gascón and Boudin
In the interview, Schubert mentioned Bonta twice. She name-dropped Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón seven times.
Schubert makes no secret of the fact that she is campaigning at least as much against Gascón and Chesa Boudin, his fellow progressive prosecutor in San Francisco, as she is against Bonta. She calls him “ideologically aligned” with the two DAs, whom she accused of trying to “dismantle the justice system.”
Both Gascón and Boudin have rankled police unions and rank-and-file prosecutors by phasing out cash bail, ending the use of most sentencing enhancements, supporting parole opportunities for inmates in most cases and referring many misdemeanor convictions toward non-penal alternatives. Boudin is facing a recall on June 7, with another possible one in the works against Gascón.
While Schubert blames the two prosecutors for rising crime in their jurisdictions, she deflected a question about whether she bears responsibility for an increase in gun homicides in Sacramento County. Schubert said the more meaningful distinction among DAs is not the crime rate, but “how do you deal with it as a prosecutor.”
After the interview, a column in the San Francisco Examiner raised the case of Justin Shepard, a former Sacramento police officer who was arrested and charged in San Francisco with domestic violence and assault. That came three months after Schubert’s office declined to file charges in a similar incident. Following Shepard’s arrest in San Francisco, the Sacramento D.A.’s office reversed course and filed its own charges.
Schubert declined to comment through her campaign spokesperson Kelly Garman, who instead referred questions to the Sacramento District Attorney’s office. In a written statement, Assistant Chief Deputy District Attorney Dawn Bladet pointed to a prior statement issued by Shepard’s lawyer who claimed that his client’s girlfriend had “fully recanted her allegations.”
The office’s subsequent decision to file charges “had nothing to do with San Francisco’s filing decision, but rather consideration of new information received by law enforcement,” Bladet said. Sacramento District Attorney’s office spokesperson Shelly Orio refused to provide further details about that additional information.
In the CalMatters interview, Schubert vowed that if Gascón and Boudin are still in office next year and she’s attorney general, she would “step in” and aggressively prosecute cases and challenge parole applications if they decline to do so.
“It’s not necessarily what I would want to do, but crime victims do have a right,” she said. “And so I would be willing, but I’m not going to go crazy the first day.”
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California abortion clinics are building new facilities closer to transit hubs and training more staff. A package of a dozen abortion rights bills moving through the Legislature could expand the number of providers, provide financial assistance to women traveling to California to terminate their pregnancies, and legally protect the doctors who treat them.
As new restrictions rapidly sweep the country in anticipation of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling this summer that may dramatically scale back or even end the constitutional right to abortion, California is preparing to step into the void — and welcome a possible surge of patients losing access in dozens of other states. That scenario seems more likely after Politico published a draft majority opinion that would overturn Roe v. Wade.
“People from across the country are already looking to California as a haven state, as a beacon to provide them the care they need,” Jodi Hicks, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, said during a recent online program. “It is our moral imperative that we continue to provide the leadership that people are looking for.”
Planned Parenthood, which operates about half of the 165 abortion clinics in California, reports that it has treated at least 80 out-of-state patients per month on average since September, when Texas adopted a law allowing residents to seek civil damages against anyone who aids an abortion after six weeks of pregnancy
That move turbocharged a political and cultural battle that has all but cut off abortion access in the most conservative parts of the country in recent years and sent advocates in liberal states scrambling to build a bulwark for reproductive rights.
Unable to secure an injunction against the Texas law while courts consider the legality of the novel attempt to circumvent Roe v. Wade — the landmark 1973 Supreme Court decision that protected the right to an abortion without excessive government restriction — clinics in the state shut down to avoid a deluge of lawsuits. Thousands of patients are now seeking abortions elsewhere, overwhelming neighboring Oklahoma and New Mexico and pushing some women further afield to more friendly states including California.
“The need right now of expanding access is pretty clear to all of us,” state Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins told reporters last month. The San Diego Democrat is carrying Senate Bill 1375, which would allow some nurse practitioners to independently perform first-trimester abortions without a doctor’s supervision.
Getting ready for more patients
Sue Dunlap, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, said she has been preparing for years for the moment when the organization would have to become a haven for patients from all over the country who have nowhere else to turn for an abortion.
That has included expanding and reorganizing its network of facilities to be near airports, bus and train stations, and supportive emergency rooms and medical providers. Dunlap said she worked with UCLA’s law school to establish a new center for the study of reproductive health law and policy. Planned Parenthood Los Angeles also collaborates with medical schools across the country on abortion training, particularly in states where those opportunities might not otherwise exist.
Dunlap declined to provide data on how many out-of-state patients the organization serves, arguing that the numbers would not fully reflect the situation because of the secrecy and fear surrounding abortion. But she noted that Los Angeles, as a center of tourism and commerce, has long been a destination for women seeking abortions — even before it was legal, when patients often then crossed the border to Mexico for the procedure.
“Los Angeles is a place that people identify with ideas of freedoms,” Dunlap said. “Los Angeles is also a place that, when you don’t know where to go, you come here.”
The people who do come “are almost always in incredibly desperate situations,” she added, and many have more challenging circumstances and complications than in the past.
Dunlap mentioned a pregnant woman from Texas who was diagnosed with breast cancer, necessitating a double mastectomy. Though the woman did not want to terminate her pregnancy, Dunlap said, she had to travel to one of Planned Parenthood Los Angeles’ clinics in recent months because she could not get an abortion in her own state.
Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, which covers Northern and Central California and Northern Nevada, said it treated 66 out-of-state patients at its California clinics between September and March, including 22 patients from Texas. One of them was a college student who was prepared to use her scholarship money to fly to California until it provided her with a voucher, according to an anonymous patient testimony shared by the organization.
With Oklahoma and other states on the verge of shutting down abortion access as well, president and CEO Stacy Cross said the organization is preparing to take on between 250 and 500 more patients per week in its network of facilities.
Medication abortion is now available at all of its sites. Clinics are hiring more staff and making sure any medical provider who is licensed to perform abortions has the necessary training, even if they specialize in one of the other services that Planned Parenthood offers, so that they can schedule more appointments.
Next month, Planned Parenthood Mar Monte plans to break ground on a new, larger facility in Reno that is closer to the airport. Cross wants to add a second site in northern Nevada for what she anticipates will soon be more patients coming from Utah.
The work is personal for Cross: Both of her grandmothers died from a lack of access to reproductive care — one from an illegal abortion and the other in childbirth, delivering her ninth child at age 47, she said. She worries that Californians don’t fully understand how quickly and fully abortion access could shut down across the country if the Supreme Court reverses the Roe decision.
“Every time I even say those words out loud, it sends a chill down my back. It’s horrific to think about,” Cross said. But California has done an amazing job preparing: “We fill the gaps.”
Divide deepens between red and blue states
Those gaps are almost certain to widen in the months to come. Spurred on by the success of the Texas law, anti-abortion legislators across America are racing to advance new restrictions.
In just a one-week stretch this month, Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law a ban on most abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy; GOP Gov. Kevin Stitt of Oklahoma signed a bill making it a felony to perform an abortion in the state, punishable by up to 10 years in prison; and Republican legislators in Kentucky overrode a governor’s veto on a measure to impose broad new requirements on abortion providers that they say make it impossible for them to continue operating. A federal judge temporarily blocked the Kentucky law on Thursday.
Though many of the policies are currently unconstitutional, conservative states are laying the groundwork in anticipation that the Supreme Court will soon uphold a Mississippi law that bans abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy. A decision on that case is expected by June, and some experts believe the justices will take the opportunity to overturn the Roe ruling altogether, which would trigger near or complete bans on abortion in about half of states, including Arizona.
Liberal states are responding with their own measures to protect the right to abortion in law, and to increase access to accommodate a potential influx of patients from beyond their borders.
In November, Vermont voters will decide whether to amend the state constitution to enshrine reproductive autonomy, while Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is trying to circumvent her state’s Republican-controlled Legislature by asking the state Supreme Court to overturn a pre-Roe abortion ban that is still on the books.
Oregon recently approved a $15 million fund that could provide financial assistance to patients, including those from outside the state, who need help paying for abortion fees and other costs. Washington adopted legal protections against prosecuting people who aid an abortion or women who experience pregnancy losses. Democratic legislators in Maryland overrode a veto by the Republican governor to pass a bill that would require health insurance plans to cover abortions and put $3.5 million toward training providers.
Several states have adopted or are pursuing measures to expand who is authorized to perform an abortion to include other advanced medical professionals beyond doctors, such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants, following a move that California made more than a decade ago.
“California has been on the forefront for a long time,” said Elizabeth Nash, a state policy analyst for the Guttmacher Institute, which researches and promotes reproductive rights. “It has helped other states see what’s possible.”
Making California an abortion ‘sanctuary’
California is pushing further still. In September, after the Texas law took effect, Gov. Gavin Newsom convened the Future of Abortion Council, a coalition of reproductive rights, health and justice groups, to explore how to make the state a “sanctuary” for abortion. More than 40 policy recommendations, released in December, formed the basis for the sweeping legislative package now advancing at the Capitol.
If approved by the end of session in August and signed by Newsom, the measures would become law next year, though supporters hope some pieces might be incorporated into the state budget that must be approved by June 15. Those could kick in immediately this summer, when the Supreme Court decision on abortion is expected.
“There is definitely an urgency to get some of these things in place and get prepared, because this is happening regardless of whatever timeline our Legislature is on,” said Lisa Matsubara, general counsel and vice president of policy for Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, which is sponsoring or co-sponsoring most of the bills in the package. “We are doing everything we can to make sure we are as ready as we can be.”
The centerpiece is SB 1142, by Democratic Sens. Anna Caballero of Salinas and Nancy Skinner of Berkeley, which would create a state-administered fund to assist patients who face financial barriers to obtaining an abortion and support public research into improving access. Advocates are seeking $20 million from the state to launch the fund.
There is also Assembly Bill 2134 by Assemblymember Akilah Weber, a San Diego Democrat, which would set aside money for clinics that provide uncompensated care to low-income patients whose insurance does not cover abortion and contraceptive services. Supporters argue the funding is crucial to ensure that not only wealthy women are able to travel to California for abortions.
Jessica Pinckney, executive director of ACCESS REPRODUCTIVE JUSTICE, the only statewide abortion fund in California, says the bill could expand its grants to women who need help paying for their abortion, travel and lodging, lost wages, a doula or other expenses.
Last year, the Oakland-based fund supported 551 patients with an average of about $300, Pinckney said, not enough to meet anybody’s full need. She would also like to do more outreach to let women know the fund exists.
About 80 people the fund served were from 18 different states Pinckney added, but most are low-income or patients from one of the dozens of mostly rural counties without an abortion provider, who may need to travel hours and stay overnight for a multi-day abortion procedure in their second trimester.
“Even in the state of California, there are quite a few barriers,” Pinckney said. “This is an unmet need for Californians already.”
In recognition that conservative states may continue to ramp up legal and financial penalties for abortions, another collection of bills aims to protect doctors who travel to other states to perform the procedure or who treat out-of-state patients: AB 1666 by Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, an Orinda Democrat, would nullify civil judgments from other states related to reproductive care. AB 2091 by Assemblymember Mia Bonta, an Alameda Democrat, would prohibit medical providers and health insurers from sharing information in cases that seek to penalize abortion. AB 2626 by Assemblymember Lisa Calderon, a Whittier Democrat, would prevent the state medical board from suspending or revoking the license of a physician who is punished in another state for performing an abortion in accordance with California law.
Other major legislative efforts include Atkins’ bill to allow abortions by independent nurse practitioners and AB 1918 by Assemblymember Cottie Petrie-Norris, which would create a “reproductive health service corps” for underserved parts of the state.
“It’s about strengthening our foundation, our health care foundation, to expand the pool of health care professionals who can provide abortions,” Atkins said.
Last stand for anti-abortion activists?
The measures are moving through the legislative process so far with widespread support from the overwhelmingly Democratic lawmakers, and seem likely to be approved if they reach the governor’s desk. Newsom already signed a law last month that prohibits health insurers from charging a co-pay or deductible for abortions, thus eliminating out-of-pocket costs for covered patients. He pledged that California would continue to “protect and advance reproductive freedom for all.”
Yet the bills have not been entirely without controversy. Hundreds of protesters gathered at the Capitol last week to oppose AB 2223 by Assemblymember Buffy Wicks, an Oakland Democrat, which would end a requirement that coroners investigate the cause of fetal deaths resulting from suspected self-induced abortions, clarify that women cannot be held criminally or civilly liable for pregnancy loss or abortion, and create an ability to sue prosecutors and others who violate that protection.
Protesters holding crosses and “Babies’ Lives Matter” signs packed onto the steps of the building to hear from Pastor Jack Hibbs of the Calvary Chapel Chino Hills megachurch. Nearby, a Christian band and twirling dancers led a crowd in a worship service.
Supporters say the measure is necessary to protect Californians from overzealous law enforcement and district attorneys who may be hostile to abortion rights. They point to two Kings County women who were charged with murder and imprisoned in the past five years after delivering stillbirths and testing positive for methamphetamine, in what Attorney General Rob Bonta has called a misapplication of the state criminal code. Advocates argue that fear of prosecution may deter some women from seeking necessary care.
But critics of the Wicks bill highlight a provision that states women cannot be penalized for “perinatal death due to a pregnancy-related cause,” referring to a baby who dies in an undefined period immediately after birth, which they contend is so vague as to legalize infanticide.
“It is trying to really tear down one of the few restrictions that California does have when it comes to terminating pregnancies, and that is the actual point of delivery,” Jonathan Keller, president of the religious advocacy group California Family Council, said following the Capitol rally.
While Wicks has vehemently denied that’s what the measure would or is intended to do, Keller said, “Intentions don’t matter. It’s actual legislative text that matters.” He added that the outrage has helped his group organize broader and more fervent opposition to the abortion legislation than it has managed in the past.
“We do think that many of the bills in this package are actually out of step with the state of California,” Keller said, including the fund to help out-of-state women travel to California for abortion care. He calls it “abortion tourism.”
His claims have been picked up by the Republican National Committee, which issued a statement denouncing Wicks’ bill and calling abortion “murder,” but seem unlikely to gain much traction in the Democrat-dominated Legislature.
At the first committee hearing for the bill, following the rally, only one legislator questioned Wicks, who slammed her opponents’ tactics: “These same groups that are trying to ban abortion across this country and imprison people for stillbirths have manufactured a disinformation campaign using disturbing and violent imagery that is not grounded in medical science or the text of the bill,” she said.
Despite nearly an hour of testimony from opponents, the bill sailed through on an 11-3 vote.
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By this summer, the U.S. Supreme Court will issue a decision on the most consequential challenge to Roe v. Wade since the landmark ruling in 1973 guaranteed the constitutional right to obtain an abortion.
If, as legal experts expect, federal abortion protections are eliminated or severely weakened — Politico published a leaked first draft of a majority opinion by Justice Samuel Alito gutting Roe — a cascade of absolute bans will follow in more than a dozen states. Already, six more states are considering so-called “trigger bans” in the lead-up to this summer’s decision, while dozens of other state legislatures are considering 15-week bans, abortion pill bans and bans modeled after Texas’ controversial law that allows private citizens to sue anyone who helps someone obtain an abortion after six weeks.
California lawmakers intend to buck the trend. Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom aims to make the state a “sanctuary” for out-of-state abortion seekers — even proposing to use state funds to defray their travel costs. He’s already signed into law a measure eliminating out-of-pocket costs for Californians. The state Legislative Women’s Caucus has also introduced a 13-bill package to further cut barriers to access and protect patient and provider rights, and many of those are advancing through the Legislature.
But the state wasn’t always a bastion for reproductive choice. It took decades of black market abortions, a national rubella epidemic, an international drug scandal, several high-profile trials against physicians, and thousands of maternal deaths for California to decriminalize abortion. In fact, abortion remained illegal here until 1967, when state lawmakers passed the Therapeutic Abortion Act. It was signed into law by then-Gov. Ronald Reagan — surprisingly the same politician who later, as president, championed a constitutional “right-to-life” amendment.
In the ensuing years, California has garnered the distinction of being the state that goes furthest to allow easy access to abortion. So how did we get here?
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YOLO COUNTY, Calif. — The Yolo County Library Foundation (YCLF) has provided grant funding to expand a program that sends free, monthly books to children into Yolo County.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, created by the famous country music singer in 1995, provides about 2,000 books each month to families worldwide. And now it's coming to the Sacramento region.
The Yolo County Library has partnered with YCLF to provide a $5,000 grant to this program and bring the free book service to families in the area. Parents and guardians in Yolo County with children 5 years old and under are eligible to sign up. Here are the four different ways to enroll:
Visit https://yolocountylibrary.org/imagination_library, print and return the completed registration form to any Yolo County Library branch.
Complete the online form at https://yolocountylibrary.org/imagination_library.
Complete the online form at https://www.yourlocalunitedway.org/post/dolly-partonsimagination-library
Email United Way Capital Region: ImaginationLibrary@UWCCR.org
“By having books in the home and encouraging adults to read to their kids, we’re hoping that when they enter kindergarten, they will be ready to read,” Mark Fink, Yolo County Librarian, said in a press release. “Essentially when children enter school ready for kindergarten it’s a good indicator they’ll be reading at grade level by the third grade, and that’s when you make the shift from learning to read to reading to learn, so I’m glad we’re able to expand eligibility for the program for children throughout the County.”
For more information on the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, program eligibility requirements or to make a donation, visit the Yolo County Library’s website or contact the YCLF.
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Between January and March, the airport saw a record total of 105,944 passengers make their way through Idaho Falls Regional Airport's terminal.
The record for first-quarter passengers sits 37% higher than the previous record of 77,567, which was set in 2019, a city of Idaho Falls news release said. Notably, the first-quarter tally comes before the temporary closure of the Jackson Hole Airport, which is anticipated to lead even more passengers through the Idaho Falls airport.
"This record-setting quarter just shows how travelers see (Idaho Falls Regional Airport) as the premier airport destination in the region," said airport Director Rick Cloutier in the release.
The record-setting quarter comes on the heels of a record-breaking 2021 as 445,041 travelers took flights through the airport. Idaho Falls Regional Airport is the state’s second-busiest airport.
The increase in travelers comes from several factors, including the addition of airlines and growth in the regional population.
As the airport's staff gears up for the summer months, airport officials expect even more passengers to make their way through Idaho Falls.
"We are happy to have people through our airport but want to remind them to plan so they do not get left behind," Cloutier said in the release. "We are working very hard to make traveling through our airport as comfortable and convenient as possible."
Arriving two hours before scheduled departures will allow travelers enough time to park, check-in with the airline and proceed through Transportation Security Administration screening, the release said.
Due to increased demand for airport parking, airport staff also urge passengers to use ridesharing services or have someone drop them off at the airport, the release said. If flyers prefer to drive their own vehicle to the airport, they are encouraged to plan ahead and arrive early to find parking.
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Ramon Silerio, the younger brother, died on April 19 after a six week hospitalization in Utah. He was laid to rest on April 28, a day before the death of his brother, Juan.
Juan Silerio, the older brother, was getting dinner for his mother when he was involved in a car crash and died. They had a funeral for his Ramon the day before.
Ramon Silerio, the younger brother, died on April 19 after a six week hospitalization in Utah. He was laid to rest on April 28, a day before the death of his brother, Juan.
Juan Silerio, the older brother, was getting dinner for his mother when he was involved in a car crash and died. They had a funeral for his Ramon the day before.
Juan Silerio had just buried his brother when he went out to buy dinner for his mother, Teresa.
Silerio, 37, was driving on North River Road on Friday when an oncoming car reportedly crossed into his lane and crashed into his car head on. When first responders arrived on scene, they confirmed he had died in the crash.
The fatality came just one day after the family had held a funeral for Ramon Silerio, 36, who died April 19.
Ramon died at University of Utah Hospital. He had been suffering from health problems with his heart and was hospitalized for six weeks prior to his death. His mother was only able to spend two of those weeks with him due to the distance between Utah and Idaho Falls.
The loss of her son was devastating, and Juan had driven from their home in Roberts to Idaho Falls to get her dinner so she wouldn't have to worry about dinner while grieving.
Teresa Silerio was still waiting for her son at 11 p.m. when law enforcement came to her home to inform her Juan had died in a car crash.
The losses within such a short time has left Teresa coping not only with grief, but the financial burden of a second funeral.
In the wake of those losses, Maria Alvarez has been holding fundraisers to help relieve the family's financial burden. Alvarez spoke to the Post Register on behalf of the Silerio family.
"The Silerio family needs our help more than I thought!" Alvarez wrote in a Facebook post the day after Juan's death. "I just left Tere's home and they are devastated and have no idea how they will gather all of the money for funeral expenses for her other son Juan after just having her son Ramon's funeral this Thursday!"
A GoFundMe page has been set up for the family to help cover the expenses at tinyurl.com/3kua6mcv.
Alvarez is also asking for donations through Venmo, which she says provides funds more quickly than the GoFundMe page.
A funeral for Juan is scheduled for noon Wednesday at Roberts Catholic Church.
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DALLAS — Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price has been sounding off alarm bells about the backlog of criminal cases in Dallas County courts.
”These are individuals who are sitting in jail whose cases have not been adjudicated and there are victims and a lot of individuals who are waiting. They are in limbo,” said Price.
Commissioner Price blames some of the judges for not clearing their dockets and having very few jury trials.
”What you are going to find out is that we are lucky that the courts are doing one or two a month,” said Price.
Price says if you average all 17 Felony criminal judges they’re having only about 12 trials a year, historically they’ve averaged more than 24 a year. And it’s creating a backlog.
County Commissioner J.J. Koch says judges need to step up.
”We are at the point of crisis and the judges have to be the ones that are responsible for elevating that crisis,” said Koch.
The state requires that counties clear 90 percent of their dockets by August 1st every year for 5 years in a row or risk losing a $50 million grant.
”Lawyers are complaining I can’t get them to come to work. Hell you signed up to come to work, work into the evening. We need to hit that mark,’ said Price.
According to county records judges make anywhere from $150 thousand to nearly $200 thousand a year. Commissioners are going to start releasing how many trials judges are having and how many cases they are clearing.
”So people can see which judges are performing and which are not,” said Commissioner Elba Garcia.
Because judges are elected, commissioners say holding them accountable is the only power they have to get them to work.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Portland Police Bureau says its Cold Case Homicide Unit was “temporarily shuttered” last week because the workload has reportedly been too much.
PPB said the workload is not sustainable with the number of homicide detectives on hand.
The bureau is reportedly assigning more people to solve homicide cases — upping the unit from 18 detectives split between two teams to 24 detectives split between three teams. A spokesperson with PPB told KOIN 6 News some shuffling was involved to create the third team.
According to PPB, there are about 300 cold cases from 1970 to 2019 that still fall under some homicide detectives’ scope.
Further, the homicide unit reportedly had 92 callouts and 120 total callouts in 2021.
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TYLER, Texas — An Arlington man accused of killing his boyfriend in 2020 at a store near Tyler State Park had his murder charge dismissed after he died while awaiting trial in the Smith County Jail last month due to natural causes, documents show.
Robert Ernst Price, 52, was charged with causing the death of Nathaniel Charles Snell, 32, of Arlington, on July 20, 2020, at the Exxon Food Mart convenience store in the 14900 block of FM 14.
In March 2021, Price was offered a 40-year sentence in a plea agreement, but he denied the offer and requested a jury trial.
According to an Office of the Texas Attorney General report regarding Price's death, Price was pronounced dead on March 20 this year.
Since he was booked into the jail on July 23, 2020, the report stated that Price had numerous medical issues and was sent to the hospital several times.
On March 15, he was sent to a Tyler hospital regarding feeling lethargic and having an altered mental state. At the facility, he tested positive for COVID-19.
When the Smith County Sheriff's Office was informed of his death five days later, the Texas Rangers were notified and an investigation into the death began. Texas Rangers investigating inmate deaths is typical procedure.
In a court filing, 7th District Court Judge Kerry Russell approved the dismissal of Price's murder charge after Smith County Assistant District Attorney Richard Vance requested the dismissal because of Price's death.
"Although there was sufficient probable cause at the time of arrest and charging of the defendant for this offense, the state believes the interests of justice and judicial economy would best be served if this charge is dismissed without prejudice," Vance said in the document.
The AG report also labeled the cause of death as illness or natural cause and suggested that his illness was the result of a pre-existing medical condition.
Price's medical cause of death in the report is listed as kidney and liver failure, while noting that medical examiner evaluation results are pending.
According to court documents filed in February, Price's attorney requested that an expert evaluate Price to determine whether he was competent to stand trial or not. She told the court in February that Price has "deteriorated very rapidly over the past weeks" and he was unaware of what was happening around him.
Following the request, Russell appointed a physician to evaluate Price to determine his competency to stand; however, court records show that examination did not occur prior to Price's death.
According to an arrest affidavit, security camera footage showed a vehicle in the parking lot of the Exxon on July 20, 2020, when a gunshot was heard. A man matching Snell’s description jumps out of the vehicle's passenger side and runs into the store.
Items from Snell’s pockets later led the Smith County Sheriff’s Office to an Arlington neighborhood, the affidavit stated.
Snell and Price’s roommate in Arlington said the pair were arguing early on July 20 after Price found child pornography on Snell’s phone and later meth paraphernalia in his bedroom, according to the police document.
The decision was made for Snell to stop living in the home. The roommate said he saw Price sleeping alone on July 21 in the Arlington house, the affidavit read.
The document stated Price was seen crying and he took Snell’s belongings to a Goodwill donation box.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — If you’re walking through the Buckman neighborhood in Southeast Portland, then you might find an orange tabby named Andy ready to share her deepest thoughts.
Andy’s owner, Hayley Cassatt, is the one behind the clever or pun-filled sayings displayed on a window. The cat is either napping or staring out the window with a thought bubble behind her saying, “I’m craving a purr-ito” or “The feline is mutual.”
The orange tabby now has more than 2K followers on Instagram.
“[Andy] started sitting in this window behind me that faces the street, and there’s a lot of foot traffic,” Cassatt said. “So, I thought it would be funny if I put some sort of message above her head.”
Cassatt said her father was a cartoonist who loved puns. As an homage to her father who passed, she decided to create something for people to walk by and get a laugh out of.
She also receives inspiration from the internet and from friends to change up the sayings every month.
How has Andy reacted to her newfound fame? She has become sort of a diva, Cassatt says.
“She’s always been kind of a little bit of a grumpy cat. ‘This is my house, not yours,’ sort of deal,” Cassatt said with a smile. “I just love that people get a kick out of it.”
Cassatt first adopted the 12-year-old cat from the Cat Adoption Team in Sherwood and advocates for other people to open their homes by adopting a pet.
“I kind of I fell in love with her, and she sort of chose me,” Cassatt stated.
Since adopting Andy, the cat has been featured on the cover of Spot Magazine, along with other honors.
You can find Andy and her puns in Southeast Portland between Belmont Street and Hawthorn Boulevard. To suggest a pun on the window for Andy, click here.
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“Oz never did give nothing to the Tin Man that he didn’t already have.”
— America
This newspaper, for better or worse, no longer endorses candidates seeking political office. A practice that was long a tradition of the publication has been discontinued, perhaps a nod to the “let’s-don’t-offend-anyone” ethos that now pervades.
Of course, it should be noted that endorsing politicians these days is something of an impossibility, given the lack of qualified candidates now seeking office. (If I’d been given the responsibility of endorsing either of the candidates in the last two presidential elections, my suggestion would have been to punt.)
When it comes time to pick Georgia’s governor in November, I don’t know which candidate I would support. Our current governor, Brian Kemp, has, I think done a decent enough job overall. But when the May 24 primary grew ever closer, Kemp used the gerrymandered Republican-dominated state legislature to push across an agenda that should be labeled Kemp’s Trump agenda to try and win back the loonies — like a couple of lieutenant governor candidates we could name — who refuse to disavow the former president’s lie that he won the 2020 election.
(SIDE NOTE: You may be the slickest, most corrupt, most devious politician in the world, but if you’re going to drum up 7 million extra votes, you better be a magician. That’s what it would take for this to have happened.)
Initially, I was mad at myself for even mentioning the 2020 election. It’s been done for a year and a half, and even though an ever-shrinking band of visitors to Oz who still think the Wizard’s magic is powerful even after seeing him for what he is refuse to let it go, that’s past history.
Or at least it should be.
But there are people out there like David Perdue who will not let go of the past. Perdue, who was beaten by a relative political novice in a state that was supposed to be entrenched in the red zone (again, there’s that gerrymandering thing, which the Democrats wielded during their time in power ... so the old, you-did-it-so-I-can-too corollary is in effect) is running for governor ... well, because Trump told him to.
(SIDE NOTE 2: When Perdue met with this newspapers Editorial Board a few years back, and he prefaced almost every statement with “because of President Trump’s policy ...” I asked him, point-blank, “Senator, is there anything at all that the president’s done during his tenure that you disagree with?” He pondered for a second or two and said, “No, I can’t think of a thing.” Which is just freaking unbelievable. Think of your best friend, be it platonic or your significant other. Do you agree with them on everything? If you said yes, you are either fooling yourself or your best friend is expert at mind control.)
Perdue and the other minor candidates in the Republican race for governor — whose chances make snowballs in hell look like sure things — decided to attack Kemp again in the most recent gubernatorial debate because Kemp wouldn’t ignore the constitution, illegally overturn an election that had been painstakingly audited three times and help Trump “find” those 12,000 votes he needed to win Georgia.
And, yes, I’m sure that went over big with the crowd that thinks of the former president as the Messiah, you know, the ones who think Marjory Greene is “doing a good job for us up there in Washington” by doing little more than making an ass of herself (no, she doesn’t embarrass me anymore; the only people who pay attention to her are lousy “journalists” whose goal is a sound bite).
But the fact is, Americans and Georgians — except for the most true believers ... like Perdue, bless his heart — have pretty much gotten over 2020 and have moved on. And if these candidates had any hope of being taken seriously outside their family reunion, they should have come up with a plan that had nothing to do with 2020, everything to do with 2023 and beyond.
Therefore, I semi-don’t, kinda do endorse Kemp in the Republican primary because he has — again, up until he turned his office into a thinly-disguised campaign platform — done a lot of good things for the state. After the primaries, let’s see if he shakes off the ooze that Perdue and the like left behind and starts planning for the future. If, instead, he reverts to his “Make Georgia like ‘Gone With the Wind’ Again” platform, then I reserve the right to rescind that endorsement.
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SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Walmart is teaming up with an international recycling leader, TerraCycle, to provide a space people can bring their locally unrecyclable waste.
There are currently drop-off recycling hubs stationed outside of the Springdale, Ark., and Broken Arrow, Okla. Walmart Supercenters, as well as at the Fayetteville Sam’s Club.
The list of items that can be dropped off include:
- Soft Plastic Food Packaging
- Skincare and beauty products
- Oral care products
- Food & Drink Pouches
- Home & garden supplies packaging
- Coffee Capsules & Water Filters
- Plastic bottles
- Worn Clothing
- Pet food packaging
- Plastic Bags & Shipping Materials
- Plastic toys
- Ink Cartridges & Office Supplies
When the hub station is full, Walmart says that TerraCycle will pick up the waste and take it to regional material recovery facilities where it will be sorted and recycled into raw materials that can be used to make new products like playgrounds and park benches.
The Walmart Community Recycling Hub is open to all individuals, schools, offices or community organizations. For more information on TerraCycle’s recycling programs, click here.
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WAHOO — The jury began deliberating here Tuesday afternoon in the case of a Malmo man accused of killing his 27-year-old fiancee at their home as her two children slept.
Kolton Barnes said what happened early July 15, 2020, was self defense. That Kayla Matulka attacked him with a knife when he returned home from the bar.
The state said the killing was first-degree murder. That Barnes kicked his way into the house, just as he'd threatened to do in texts later deleted, after she told him their relationship was over and not to come home.
"She wanted out and he refused to accept that, and because of that Kayla Matulka is dead," Assistant Nebraska Attorney General Sandra Allen told the jury in closing arguments.
She said Matulka, who was found naked on the floor with a restraint system attached to one of her wrists, a black eye and purple, finger-shaped bruises on an elbow, was fighting for her life.
"He beat her, he strangled her and he stabbed her," Allen said.
"You cannot tell me you aren't thinking about what you are doing," she said. "That is premeditation."
Addressing the jury, Matt McDonald of the Nebraska Commission on Public Advocacy said the state had to prove to them without hesitation that Barnes wasn't acting in self-defense.
"They have not done that. They haven't even come close," he said. "Based on the evidence there's a lot more than hesitation about what happened that night."
McDonald said Barnes admitted he tampered with evidence, one of the seven felony charges he faced, but argued the state overcharged the case, throwing the book at Barnes to see what would stick with the jury.
* Two counts of child abuse for leaving Matulka dead with her 6- and 11-year-old children alone to find her.
* A count of animal cruelty and use of a deadly weapon for stabbing his dog to death. (On the stand, Barnes said Matulka had done it.)
* And by alleging the murder was either premeditated or done in the perpetration of a sexual assault or attempted sex assault despite the pathologist saying there was no evidence of sexual assault.
McDonald said there was no evidence Barnes had been jealous or abusive to Matulka, he said. The state was trying to paint a picture of him "that doesn't exist."
He pointed to testimony of one of Barnes' ex-boyfriends who said Barnes, who had been diagnosed with mental illness, once tried to stab him and his dog.
"They're just hoping that you will say well she's dead, he must have done this and it had to happen this way that they're speculating about," the defense attorney said. "Isn't it much more likely that what Kolton said is the truth?"
Barnes said he went in the bedroom and saw his dog, Diesel, on the floor. Then, in the light of the TV, he saw Matulka coming at him with a knife in her hand. He put his hand up to block her and punched her three times and they struggled, falling to the floor with him on top of her, the knife in her chest.
"We're never going to know exactly what happened ... because Kolton told you he can't remember everything," McDonald said.
That doesn't mean he's lying, he said.
Allen said Barnes' story continued to evolve. First he said he had no idea what happened, that someone was setting him up. Then, for months, he said Matulka had killed herself, until it was clear two of the stab wounds came after she was dead.
Finally, at trial, he said for the first time that Matulka attacked him.
"What's happening is Mr. Barnes is receiving bits and pieces of information from the evidence, and what he's doing is he's taking that evidence and he's trying to conform a story to match that evidence. To try to get away with the murder of Kayla Matulka," she said. "That's what he's doing."
The jury of 11 men and one woman got the case for deliberations at 2:46 p.m. Tuesday.
CHI St. Elizabeth has seen eight patients who were injured in accidents that were caused by smoking while they were using an oxygen tank in its burn unit in just the past six weeks.
The 33-year-old showed up uninvited to a small house party shortly after midnight Jan. 1 and stayed until every other guest left, leaving only him and the tenant alone in the hours before the attack, police said.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Sacramento County's District Attorney and the city's police department announced new charges Tuesday in last month's deadly gang shootout that killed six people in downtown Sacramento.
Sacramento County District Attorney Anne Marie Schuper said that Dandrae Martin, Smiley Martin and Mtula Payton now face murder charges in the deaths of Johntaya Alexander, Melinda Davis and Yamile Martinez.
According to District Attorney Anne Marie Schubert, all three are eligible for the death penalty.
The shootout that also left 12 people wounded was gang-related with at least five different shooters, according to the Sacramento Police Department.
Sacramento Police Chief Kathy Lester said in the Tuesday announcement that over 200 were received by the department and that during the investigation, over 1,000 casings of two different calibers were found. Lester said the search is still on for Mtula Payton.
The Suspects:
The Victims:
Police say at least five people fired bullets in the shooting.
Court documents have described Smiley Martin as a dangerous, unrepentant gang member with a “life-time commitment to violence.” Police say his brother, Dandrae Martin, also fired a gun during the melee.
Police have only identified four of the suspected gunmen: the Martin brothers, Mtula Payton and Devazia Turner.
Turner, 29, died in the shooting. The Martin brothers are both in jail. Police don’t know where Payton, 27, is. The Martin brothers are scheduled to return to court May 27, records show.
Attorneys for the Martin brothers did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Authorities said Tuesday that they are waiting for more evidence before filing murder charges in the killings of Devazia Turner, Sergio Harris, Joshua Hoye-Lucchesi.
Authorities say Harris and Hoye-Lucchesi were also involved in the dispute with the Martins, Turner and Payton.
Watch Tuesday's announcement on the latest on the shooting investigation here.
f the shootout with a gun that police do not think was fired during the melee.
WHAT HAPPENED BEFORE THE SHOOTING?
Police have yet to reveal what led to the shootout, but a 15-minute video posted live on Facebook earlier in the night by Smiley Martin showed him brandishing a large handgun, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press.
The video posted about four hours before the shooting was believed to be shot in a parking lot in north Sacramento.
Smiley and Dandrae Martin were in the video, along with Joshua Hoye-Lucchesi, one of the men who died in the shooting, said the official, who was not authorized to discuss details of the investigation publicly and spoke to AP on condition of anonymity.
Investigators believe some of the men involved in the shooting were members of the Crips street gang, the official said. At least one of the victims had been linked by law enforcement to the Bloods gang, according to the official.
In the video, Smiley Martin repeatedly waved a handgun at the camera, saying at one point he was going to a club but didn’t have identification, the official said. He also spoke of an affiliation with a street gang and Hoye-Lucchesi could be heard making veiled threats against someone else, according to the official.
At other points in the video, it appeared the handgun was tucked in Martin’s waistband, the official said.
The video also showed local police officers drive nearby and call out to the group to ask if they had seen a child nearby, the official said. The men responded they hadn’t before the officer drove off.
Sacramento police spokesman Chad Lewis said officers were aware of video that included three of the people involved in the shooting. He said the video showed people waving guns and, at some point, a police cruiser rolled up.
WHAT TYPE OF GUNS WERE FIRED?
Police have yet to reveal what type of weapons were used in the shooting, but they have said more than 100 rounds were fired, which is based on the number of shell casings recovered.
Witnesses provided more than 200 videos and photos and tips that have helped investigators, police said. The explosion of gunfire heard on videos posted online had the ring of semi-automatic or automatic weapons.
A stolen handgun found at the scene had been converted to a weapon capable of automatic gunfire. Police were trying to determine if it was used in the shootout.
Smiley Martin was initially facing a charge of possessing a machine gun, though police have said nothing about whether that weapon was used in the shooting.
The official who spoke on condition of anonymity said police were trying to figure out if the gun Martin was seen sporting in the video was used in the attack.
Police also seized a handgun during a search of three homes after the shooting.
WHO ARE THE VICTIMS?
They were three fathers raising their young children, a sister driving downtown to pick up her older sibling from a night out, a landscaper saving her pay for concert tickets and a woman living on the streets in search of housing.
The Sacramento County coroner identified them as: Johntaya Alexander, 21; Melinda Davis, 57; Yamile Martinez-Andrade, 21; Sergio Harris, 38; Joshua Hoye-Lucchesi, 32; and De’vazia Turner, 29.
Documents filed April 15 by Sacramento County District Attorney’s office show that Hoye-Lucchesi, Harris, and Turner were affiliated with gangs.
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September 4, 1956 – April 26, 2022
Billie Jo Martin was a beloved mother of two and grandmother of four. She was a strong soldier who sadly lost her fight with cancer.
She will always be remembered for her big heart and over-giving generosity. She also had an overbearing love for her family and friends. She felt connected to the ocean and wolves. She was truly an inspiration to those that surrounded her. We take solace in knowing that she is now an angel in those of the lives she loved.
A memorial will be held at 2 pm,Saturday, May 14, 2022, at Bullards Beach State Park, Bandon, at the hexagon picnic table in back. To RSVP, please contact Vanessa at 541-751-5870.
Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com
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DALLAS — Some 50 years ago, attorneys argued the Roe v. Wade case in a Dallas courtroom that still exists today.
The building at 400 N. Ervay Street still operates as a post office. But it is also the former courthouse.
Part of the historic building was converted into apartments called 400 North Ervay. The courtroom where attorneys argued the Roe v. Wade case is on the third floor.
The old courtroom, now called the Magistrate Lounge, is currently a common space that apartment residents can use. Apartment management told WFAA the space also serves as a venue people can reserve for weddings and meetings.
The Roe v. Wade case does not exist without the city of Dallas.
“Jane Roe” was Dallas County resident Norma McCorvey, who wanted an abortion.
She was represented by Dallas attorneys, Sarah Weddington and Linda Coffee.
The "Wade" in Roe v. Wade was Dallas District Attorney Henry Wade, who was extensively involved in the Kennedy assassination investigation during his tenure.
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CAPE CORAL, Fla. — A Cape Coral Middle School teacher claims she was fired because she spoke with her students about sexuality.
She says her art students then drew flag pictures expressing their own sexuality.
Mrs. Casey Scott said school leaders made her remove the drawings and throw them out.
However, the Lee County School District claims she was fired for not following the mandated curriculum.
“A discussion happened in class and because of that, now I’m fired,” Scott said.
That discussion centered on student sexuality. She pointed to flags she said were created by students, some of whom identified as non-binary, bisexual, and gay.
She claims students wondered about her and she revealed she was pansexual.
“I like anyone despite male, female, non-binary, transgender,” Scott said.
She is married to a man and she claims some students asked her if they could create art expressing their sexuality.
She hung the pictures on her classroom door and that’s when school personnel contacted her.
“They said it would be in the best interest if I got rid of them now,” she said.
She snapped pictures showing how she got rid of them by placing them in a recycle bin.
“I went over to the recycling bin. I grabbed all their flags and all the kids were staring at me. And I crumbled their flags in front of them,” she explained.
She was sent home and then received a call from school administrators who informed her that she was being released from her contract.
She showed us social media posts from students upset over her firing.
However, the Lee School District showed us complaints from parents who were concerned about the conversation and the artwork.
The district also released handwritten accounts from students which described they were allowed to draw any type of flag they chose even creating flags expressing who they are.
The students also verified that Mrs. Scott revealed she was pansexual. A term understood by some students and left others confused.
Kevin Daly is with the Teachers Union of Lee County and explained that Scott could legally be fired and he confirmed she did not belong to the teachers union.
“During that probationary period they can let you go without cause,” Daly said.
Daly believes the firing could be a wake-up for all teachers when it comes to discussing LGBTQ issues.
“There is kind of a heightened state of where is the boundary? And what are employees supposed to do? Or allowed to do, when a topic comes up in discussion,” Daly said.
Scott’s firing came days before Governor DeSantis signed a law that limits LGBTQ talk in age-appropriate settings.
Crystal Czyscon is an LGBTQ advocate and said her concern is for the mental health of the transgender nonbinary students who were in Mrs. Scott’s classes.
Czyscon believes the school district made a mistake.
“I would like to see a statement from the school board recognizing they have to have a mental health counselor come in and speak with the children impacted by their actions toward this teacher,” Czyscon concluded.
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LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Lee County residents have two more weeks to apply for rent assistance through the LeeCARES Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
The $41 million fund was launched in February 2021. Since then, the county has helped around 2,860 families stay in their homes. There is currently $13 million still left.
Applicants must have a household income at or below 80% of the area median and can prove they were impacted by COVID-19.
This week, the County sent emails to nearly 1,230 households who have started but not completed their applications.
To complete an application or begin a new one before the deadline, visit LeeFLCares, or to apply through the state program, visit HERE.
City of Fort Myers residents should visit neighborly software to complete applications by May 16.
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LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Strong, violent storms left a trail of damage in hail across Lee County Tuesday afternoon.
The National Weather Service issued a special weather statement: pea size hail and 40 mph + wind until 5:15 p.m. in Lee and Charlotte counties.
NORTH FORT MYERS
NBC2 viewer, Ronda Tillis, said she heard a ‘major wind sound’ and then a loud bang noise outside around 4:20 p.m. A boat lifted off the trailer and landed up against her car, she said. A mailbox was also ripped out, and her neighbors had damage as well.
BUCKINGHAM
One resident, Carmen Allen, sent a picture to NBC2 showing the hail that was left in Buckingham.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS
A massive lightning strike over Downtown Fort Myers was caught on camera.
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Division II Flagstaff sophomore Camden Hagerman was named the Section Two Singles Player of the Year for the Eagles boys tennis team. He and junior Alejandro Acuna also combined to win the award for doubles play.
Hagerman went 12-3 in singles during the Eagles' run to the playoffs in singles. He also reached the semifinals of the D-II singles state tournament as the sixth seed. He upset third-seeded Rhys Williams of Arcadia, 3-6, 6-3, 10-3 in the quarterfinal round.
Acuna and Hagerman went 13-2 at No. 1 doubles for the Eagles. Flagstaff went 13-2 overall to go with a 7-0 mark in the section standings as a team and reached the first round of the team state tourney.
Girls tennis
D-III Basis Flagstaff senior Aeliana Ricci earned co-singles player of the year in Section Six for her play at No. 1 singles for the Yeti. Coach Jessica Buckley won co-coach of the year.
Ricci went 10-1 in singles play during her team's undefeated regular season and first-round loss to Gilbert Christian in the D-III state tournament. She also reached the quarterfinals of the D-III singles championship bracket before falling to top-seeded Nandini Patel of Scottsdale Prep, who went on to win the title.
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Track and Field
Coconino and Flagstaff top finishers at Desert Vista Last Chance Meet
Girls:
- 400m - Alyssa Harris - Flagstaff - 4th - 1:03.00
- 800m - Kristin Harris - Flagstaff - 6th - 2:26.36
- 1600m - Mia Hall - Flagstaff - 2nd - 5:00.34; Mary McGinlay - Coconino - 6th - 5:45.04
- 3,200m - Mia Hall - Flagstaff - 1st - 10:28.59
- 100m hurdles - Wylan Smith - Coconino - 6th - 16.74
- 300m hurdles - Wylan Smith - Coconino - 8th - 50.16; Payton Bean - Flagstaff - 10th - 51.89
- High jump - Sara McCabe - Coconino - 2nd - 5-00; Audrey Hutton - Flagstaff - T-3rd - 4-10; Rachel Hagerman - Flagstaff - T-5th - 4-09
Boys:
- 800m - Lance Harris - Flagstaff - 1st - 1:57.47
- 1600m - Shaydon Begay - Flagstaff - 8th - 4:43.26
- 3200m - Spencer Lott - Flagstaff - 10th - 10:12.90
- 110m hurdles - Scott Palmer - Flagstaff - 6th - 16.21
- Pole vault - Scott Palmer - Flagstaff - 8th - 11-03; Cole Hagaman - Coconino - 9th - 10-09
Northland Prep top-10 finishers at Alhambra Last Chance Meet
Girls:
- 100m - Mollie Donahoe - 4th - 13.19
- 200m - Mollie Donahoe - 3rd - 27.10
- 1,600m - Hannah Finney - 2nd - 5:45.54; Meg Moyer - 4th - 5:49.11; Abby Short - 8th 6:10.28
- 3200m - Meg Moyer - 4th - 13:23.56; Abby Short - 7th - 13:35.50; Hannah Finney - 8th - 13:37.12; Elizabeth Tognacci - 10th - 13:48.91
- 100m hurdles - Bella Berardi - 1st - 17.49; Alissa Kellar - 5th - 18.16
- 300m hurdles - Bella Berardi - 2nd - 51.63; Alissa Kellar - 4th - 52.84
- Shot put - Ciana Zieminski - 8th - 28-10
- Discus - Amelia Gindorf - 10th - 80-08
- Javelin - Elise Heick - 5th - 62-05
- High jump - Abigail Yanka - 1st - 5-00
- Long jump - Abigail Yanka - 5th - 15-00
- Triple jump - Kiana Hedberg - 7th - 28-02.75
Boys:
- 400m - Jordan Strohmeyer - 9th - 55.83
- 800m - Malakai Hanson - 6th - 2:07.11; Bryce Twidwell - 7th - 2:07.95; Jacob Taylor - 10th - 2:11.18
- 3,200m - Jacob Taylor - 10th - 10:57.38
- 110m hurdles - Lukas Pico - 1st - 15.68
- 300 hurdles - Lukas Pico - 2nd - 41.73
- Discus - Jack Martin - 7th - 114-05
- Javelin - Jordan Strohmeyer - 3rd - 127-05
- High jump - Lukas Pico - 1st - 6-02
Basis Flagstaff top finishers at Perry Pua Last Chance Meet
Girls:
- 3200m - Emily Mullaney - 4th - 12:24.85; Meredith Bauman - 9th - 14:09.33
Boys:
- 800m - Brian Hofstetter - 5th - 1:58.18
- 3200m - Brady Spinti - 10th - 10:42.67
- Long jump - Evan Hofstetter - 5th - 20-10
- Triple jump - Evan Hofstetter - 3rd - 42-11; Marcus Dufek - 7th - 40-06
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BOISE, Idaho — With the leak of a Supreme Court draft opinion on abortion to Politico, University of Idaho College of Law professor and constitutional law expert Shaakirrah Sanders says it's important to note the lack of context we have surrounding it.
“It very well could be that every judge has a draft opinion that is circulating, and this is the only one that was issued. It could be that Alito has been chosen to write either a majority opinion, a concurring opinion, or a dissenting opinion,” Sanders said.
The leaked opinion, which the Supreme Court has now verified as authentic, indicates a major change in abortion law. However, Sanders said it’s unclear if this opinion drafted in February still captures the feelings of the court.
“We don't know whether there are draft concurring opinions, draft dissenting opinions, and that could be very important in terms of counting up the votes. You need five votes on an opinion, and so you can have one vote on one opinion, two more votes on another opinion, another several votes on a dissent,” Sanders said.
Sanders explained it is entirely possible that the draft opinion could frame a minority opinion, rather than the majority. It’s just too early to know.
“We don't know whether this draft opinion came before some type of straw poll from the court or any other official vote among the justices on this particular issue,” Sanders said.
Despite unknowns, many see the draft as a foreshadow to the reversal of Roe v. Wade later this summer. If that happens, Idaho is one of 13 states that have a abortion laws change quickly.
“If Roe v. Wade is overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court, then under Idaho law, will become a new law that officially governs the right to terminate a pregnancy,” Sanders said.
Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed Senate Bill 1385 into law back in 2020. Under that law, if Roe v. Wade is reversed, abortions become a crime in Idaho 30 days after the official opinion is published by the Supreme Court. The law reads, “Criminal abortion shall be a felony punishable by a sentence of imprisonment of no less than two (2) years and no more than (5) years in prison.”
There are some exceptions for cases of rape and incest.
Sanders said it’s important to remember this is not a one or the other outcome. There are several things the Supreme Court could do.
“A final opinion could keep part of Roe v. Wade, but significantly reduce it. A final opinion could say there is no right to terminate a pregnancy. States do whatever you want or again, there is no right to terminate a pregnancy in states you can't do what you want on this issue,” Sanders said.
Sanders' focus areas as a legal scholar include individual liberty and equal protection. She said reversing Roe v. Wade would be unique in the sense that it would take away rights instead of expand them.
“You rarely see it. It is very hard for me to even think of an example of where the U.S. Supreme Court has first said, 'OK, there is a right to X and then has later said there's no longer that right.' Now, of course, there was the right to own other people, but that was changed by U.S. constitutional amendment not by the U.S. Supreme Court. And how the court goes about restricting rights, I think will be important for future cases. Should the court retract on Roe v. Wade,” Sanders said.
Sanders also said the leaked documents could sow distrust in the highest court.
“Having leaked opinions like this does not help the court and its goal to be seen as apolitical and so, again, how the court reacts and how Congress reacts, I think could be of significant importance,” Sanders said.
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CONWAY, Ark. — An Arkansas police department is putting mental health awareness month front and center when it comes to how officers are prepared for the job.
It's called Crisis Intervention Training and the Conway Police Department really wants to make sure officers know how to handle these sometimes delicate situations.
This actually all started back in 2017 when the legislature passed Act 423.
This basically said that law enforcement agencies needed to focus on Crisis Intervention Training.
They said every department needed to have at least 20% of their workforce CIT trained.
Sergeant Andrew Johnson, with the Conway Police Department, said that's what they are focusing on now.
"The more I have done this, the more I've realized that whether we like it or not, police officers are social workers, and they are therapists and they are counselors," he said.
It's not the job description you'd probably expect, but when people feel that call to protect their community, Sergeant Johnson said they may end up doing much more than enforcing just the law when the phone rings.
"When somebody sees something that they don't know what else to do with, they call 911, and so it ends up being us having to go because no one else does, and if that's the case, then we need to do more than what we've always done," he said.
That's why Sergeant Johnson said the Conway Police Department is putting an emphasis on Crisis Intervention Training.
The main goal is to teach emergency responders how to properly de-escalate a situation when an individual with a mental illness is involved.
"Basically the way I like to describe it is it's almost like trying to give them a crash course in a bachelor's of psychology. That's really what it is, trying to cram that much information into a week," he said.
It's something that means more to Sergeant Johnson than just certifying his co-workers, that's because before he wore the badge, he spent over a decade as a licensed counselor.
"It's been an interesting transition that I would have never seen coming 12 years ago, when I started to where I am now," he said.
While Sergeant Johnson's two worlds have collided, he knows as more officers are trained, it will only make departments better all around.
"I think this is the culmination of the defund the police movement that gained so much popularity over the last few years, where we as a profession have kind of taken that and learn from that, knowing that there was something to that," he said.
Throughout the training, officers learn from professionals from places like UAMS and counseling centers.
Sergeant Johnson said this is just the beginning when it comes to mental health training for the Conway Police Department.
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ARKADELPHIA, Ark. — It's finals week at Henderson State University in Arkadelphia and there's a sense of sadness in the air.
But it doesn't have to do with leaving campus for many of those who attend the school.
"It was a little shocking that it happened this week," said AJ Jiles, a senior at the school.
That sadness comes after Henderson leaders announced they were taking drastic measures, all in an effort to save the school. Unfortunately, it means professors close to Jiles won't be staying after he leaves.
They'll be gone too.
"Just seeing all of the professors that helped me out in school and stuff, and you know, seeing them having to leave and go find other jobs," Jiles said. "It just kind of really hurt me."
University leaders announced that major cutbacks had to happen to keep the university afloat. Those changes included cutting 88 teaching positions, or 37% of the total instructional workforce.
It also includes cutting 12 academic programs, all in an effort to save money.
"It increased our overall institutional debt from about 14 million to about 78 million dollars of debt," Chuck Ambrose, Chancellor for the university, said.
Ambrose said the cuts are difficult, but necessary.
"As we move through to think about a sustainable model, it was clear that a transformational change was required," Ambrose said.
Ambrose said there's multiple issues that caused this, but points to two main ones – graduation rates and student retention.
"6,200 students over the last ten years that have left without a degree," he said.
It's not something the university did lightly, Ambrose said. Staff were told about the decision before the plan is brought before the Arkansas State University Board on Thursday.
Ambrose said he gets it – this isn't an easy thing for anyone to hear.
"It's certainly less disruptive than coming into the summer of 2022 and literally having to suspend operations because you don't have the money to pay your staff and faculty," Ambrose said.
While the next step is presenting to the board on Thursday, students like Jiles aren't waiting for that. Even though he's on the way out, Jiles still wants to see his soon to be alma mater thrive.
"What can we do to keep this school going, because we don't want to see this school fall apart," Jiles said. "We want to see this school stay strong for future students, because it's been a great school for everybody and we wanna continue to see it grow."
For more information on Henderson States cuts, click here.
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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark — A Washington County Deputy will be the first Marshallese citizen in Arkansas to graduate from the Law Enforcement Training Academy.
“It just blows my mind. I never knew that I would be the first,” said Corporal Joel Minor.
Minor graduated from the Law Enforcement Training Academy in early April. A previous rule from the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards prevented non-American citizens from going to the academy, but a recent rule change allowed Minor to be the first.
“I didn’t know there were loops I was going to have to go but I’m glad that I did," he said. "There were sometimes I almost gave up, but I had friends that helped out that told me to never give up."
Minor was born in the Marshall Islands and came to Springdale when he was around four or five years old. He says it was in elementary school when a Springdale Police Officer visited his class that inspired him to go into law enforcement. That officer told him that there weren’t any people of Marshallese descent in law enforcement, so he made being the first his goal.
Minor says he hopes to help bridge that gap.
"By being out there more with them and getting involved with the community, and more of the Marshallese community and help reach out to them that law enforcement officers aren’t that all bad. They are there to help so hopefully I can accomplish that,” he said.
Minor has worked for the Washington County Sheriff’s Office for six years in the detention center. Now that he’s certified, he wants to pursue a patrol role. Chief Deputy Jay Cantrell says Minor is a wonderful employee and they are excited for his future with the sheriff’s office.
“He’s got that heart for service. He wants to give back to his community and so we are excited that he gets to be the first," Cantrell said. "You know there is only one first in Arkansas and he’s it. He’s from our agency and that makes us very proud that he can represent Washington County in that way."
Minor says his family is very proud of him for not giving up on his dreams and loved seeing him walk across the stage and receive his certificate. He has some advice for anyone with big dreams or goals.
“Focus on that goal and even though there are loops within that goal that you are trying to reach, just don’t give up on it. You’ll have people along the way that will help you, so just don’t get up, focus on that goal,” Minor said.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office says it hopes this will recruit more people to come work for the sheriff’s office.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A Sacramento Fire Department Engineer was recognized with a Medal of Valor award. Engineer Matt Price was credited as saving a man from a burning home.
This award is from the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Outstanding Citizen Award Ceremony that happened last week. It comes two years after Price and his crew from Sacramento Fire Department station 7 saved a man in his 80s from a burning home in South Sacramento.
Initially, Sacramento police officers were called to the home on a suspected burglary in progress. The Sacramento Fire Department said that Price and his crew were also instrumental in helping to convict the arsonist involved in the house fire.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Following a KOIN 6 News investigation into elected officials in Washington County accused of mistreating their employees, a state senator has pulled her endorsements of Chair Kathryn Harrington and auditor John Hutzler.
In a tweet on Tuesday afternoon, Senator Elizabeth Steiner Hayward said “with a heavy heart I have withdrawn my endorsements for Washington County Commission Chair Kathryn Harrington’s & Auditor John Hutzler’s re-election bids. The reports on their harassment and mistreatment of employees are credible. Such behavior is unacceptable in any context.”
Additionally, Senator Janeen Sollman of Hillsboro is calling on fellow democrats to rescind endorsements of both adding “we must expect more from our leaders. In this case, Washington County governance depends on it.”
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DALLAS — Jaylon Levo grew up in Dallas, loved cars and was close to his family.
"He called me every night, and I can’t get over not getting that call,” said Marsha Scott, aunt.
When no one could reach him on Feb. 17, they knew something was wrong.
”We were just talking on the phone and he didn’t call me back,” said Levo's father, Jeremy Smith.
The 22-year-old was robbed and shot at an apartment complex in Duncanville.
“Our family is devastated. I never thought something like this would happen to us,” said Jermeise Smith, aunt.
His father, who is a barber, cut his son’s hair for the funeral.
”He was shot in the left side of his head, and the bullet exited his ear,” said Smith.
Police arrested 18-year-old Cameron Stafford for capital murder.
According to court documents, police said Stafford confessed to being with two juvenile suspects wearing ski masks when Levo was killed.
Stafford’s bond was set by a magistrate at $1 million, but Judge Chika Anyiam lowered it to $150,000. He bonded out.
It’s the second case WFAA has reported on where Judge Anyiam has significantly lowered the bond on a suspect in a murder case.
RELATED: Dallas judge recuses herself from case after backlash on decision to lower bond of accused murderer
Although, courthouse sources said other judges are also doing it.
"I’m crying out, and I’m asking for justice for my son,” said Smith.
Dallas Police Chief Eddie Garcia said he too wants justice for victims and accountability from judges.
"We can’t be the only ones where people demand accountability and transparency,” said Garcia.
He said as cities across the nation struggle with gun violence, they are taking a closer look at the violent suspects being released on bond.
"I don’t think we get to say we are serious about gun crime if that is happening," said Garcia.
The Dallas Police Department pulled a sample of 240 cases involving suspects arrested for murder, aggravated robbery and aggravated assault in 2021.
And of those cases, Chief Garcia said nearly 30% were released within two weeks, and 70% of those suspects used guns to commit their crimes.
"And certainly committing offenses like murder, agg assault or agg robbery with a firearm and then being released in two weeks is not reasonable. And I’m sure that the neighborhoods I go to that want more police presence think that’s not reasonable either,” said Garcia.
Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price has led the county’s efforts for bond reform.
He agrees with the chief.
”I see people who are on bond recommitting, and not in six months to a year span, but at times... I’m talking about a month or weeks.”
Dallas PD's numbers show nearly 20% of those released had committed other violent offenses in the same year.
“Often times, these individuals are being released right back in the neighborhoods they came from and revictimizing the people in the communities they came from,” said Garcia.
Commissioner Price said some judges aren’t properly reviewing their cases.
"You’re the judge. You’ve got access you can make a determination if you are doing your job,” said Price.
Commissioner Price said the jail is full of non-violent offenders languishing and awaiting trial, while some violent defendants are released.
“There is no rhythm or reason. No real process,” said Price.
In Levo’s case, court documents show Judge Anyiam said in open court she knows the suspect’s mother who works as a bailiff in the courthouse.
The District Attorney’s Office filed a motion to raise Stafford’s bond after a new prosecutor was assigned the case and learned of the connection.
Levo’s family fears they won’t get justice.
”You put so much into a child and for someone to just snatch him, it’s just not right, and the judge needs to go,” said Jermeise Smith.
Judge Anyiam’s court says they don’t talk about ongoing cases.
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AUBREY, Texas — Watch the full story tonight on WFAA News 8 at 10!
Tom McCutcheon didn’t have to do much -- and that was the point.
He was sitting atop a brown horse worth more than a sports car when he lifted the rein in his left hand. Instinctively, the horse followed McCutcheon’s lead, beginning a slow turn to the left.
As McCutcheon kept inching his hand left, the horse sped up. And, after one full rotation, it was spinning like a top.
Then, swiftly and subtly as the movement began, McCutcheon clicked his tongue and brought the horse to a full stop.
“It's simple," McCutcheon said.
That 20-second display summed up a lifetime of work for McCutcheon and his family, which boasts some of the premier horse trainers and riders in the world.
The McCutcheons' specialty is a western discipline known as "reining," in which competitors perform a series of spins, stops and slides on their horses, and earn scores from judges based on their performances.
The less noticeable a rider's cues to their horse, the better the score.
Even in cowboy-loving Texas, many people don’t know much about the sport. Or, well, they didn’t. Not until the last few years, anyway, as reining -- and the McCutcheons -- ended up on one of the most-watched shows on television.
When "Yellowstone" creator Taylor Sheridan needed a few real-life cowboys to shoot a reining scene in Montana for the show's second season, he knew just who to call: The McCutcheons -- Tom, his wife Mandy and their kids Cade and Carlee.
Sheridan, a Texas native and longtime fan of reining, knows the McCutcheons well. He even keeps a few horses at the their ranch in Aubrey.
So, in the "Yellowstone" scene, he had Cade McCutcheon show a character named Jimmy how a professional gets his horse to slide. Then Mandy gets a slide in, too.
It's not the only time Sheridan has showcased the McCutcheons, either. His Paramount Network and CMT reality competition series "The Last Cowboy" chronicles the elite riding competition of horse reining and follows the McCutcheons and others as they work to grow the sport.
Sheridan also created the event The Run for a Million. Hosted in Las Vegas, it also aims to bolster the sport, featuring nine of the industry's most successful reining professionals, along with three wild card professionals, competing for a total purse of $1,000,000. In addition, there's a $100,000 shoot-out open to all reiners and their horses.
"Taylor has taken us to the masses," Tom McCutcheon said. "And there's a lot of people that have filtered into our business by seeing that and saying, "Hey, that looks fun!'"
But reining is far from a hobby for the McCutcheons. It's a sport, a business and a way of life, all wrapped into one.
And the McCutcheons are good at all three.
"This is what God gave us"
Spread out across 170 acres near Aubrey, north of Denton, the heart of the McCutcheon ranch is a sprawling covered arena where six-figure horses spin and slide across the dirt.
On one side sits an office and lobby, where the walls are decorated with dozens of ribbons and trophies, as well as framed pictures from championship celebrations.
"I mean, I’d much rather be an NBA player," Cade McCutcheon joked. "[But] this is what God gave us. Here we are."
And where they are -- where they’ve been -- is at the top of their sport.
Tom, Mandy, and Cade have all won world championships in National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) events. And Carlee has also had a fine start to her career in reining events, winning more than $75,000 last year.
Their career winnings as a family, meanwhile, total more than $5 million.
Recent results showed how lucrative the sport can be. When Cade McCutcheon won his world title in 2019, he finished with $569,595.74 in winnings. That same year, 14 other competitors earned more than $100,000 on the NRHA pro circuit.
In 2021 alone, Mandy McCutcheon won $190,881.63, leading all non-pros. And Carlee won $75,903.10, finishing eighth for the season.
On the professional side last year, Cade won $100,424.72, finishing inside the top 20.
And in the owners’ standings? Tom and Mandy finished in second place for the 2021 season, winning $237,003.34.
Combined, Tom and Mandy have earned some $5 million for their ranch.
And that's before even taking into account how the horses that the McCutcheons win with produce insane breeding earnings that are also remarkably lucrative to owners and the ranch.
The horse Tom won the World Equestrian Games on in 2010 has produced offspring that have won at least $4 million in competitive earnings.
What is reining?
But what is this sport? And what makes the McCutcheons so good at it?
They’ve mastered the skill -- the art -- of training their horses to do exactly what they need them to do, exactly when they need them to do it.
When done right, the cues to the horses are as subtle as possible.
"You just want to be able to do as much as possible without anybody knowing you're doing anything to them," Cade McCutcheon said. "That’s kind of my goal -- to make it look easy."
Reining, as a competition, is judged on each competitor and their horse doing a routine of spins, circles, stops and slides.
The spins are marked by the crispness in the turns and the sharpness in the stops. The slides are a wonder of speed and precision: A horse will run at full tilt, then suddenly drop into a slide, kicking up a cloud of dirt.
Part of these horses' training includes running toward an arena wall and stopping just in time, with only a few inches to spare.
So, what’s it like when the horse does exactly as it’s trained?
Tom compared it to a striping a golf ball 300 yards down the center of the fairway.
Mandy said it was like sinking a three-point shot in basketball.
"The rush of seeing a great horse with a great maneuver is what keeps everybody going," Mandy said.
Tom and Mandy McCutcheon have competed in reining for more than 30 years, going back to when they were both growing up in the Midwest. They've since married and moved to Texas, and now their kids are as involved in the industry as they are.
And none of the McCutcheons have any plans on slowing down any time soon.
"We feel very fortunate, very blessed, that both of the kids have the same passion for the horse business that we do," Tom said.
It's a business that’s booming -- thanks, in part, to a jolt of attention from "Yellowstone."
But, with or without a TV show, the McCutcheons would have kept their routine.
Train, win, repeat.
Said Mandy McCutcheon: "I don't think any of us could just walk away from it."
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Woman, 58, dead after two-vehicle crash on Harris Street in Woonsocket
WOONSOCKET — A 58-year-old woman was fatally injured late Tuesday morning in a two-vehicle crash on Harris Street, according to Police Chief Thomas F. Oates III.
A 25-year-old woman who was inside another vehicle that flipped over and caught fire was seriously injured, said Oates, who declined to identify either woman by name to afford space to next of kin.
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The crash on Harris, near Verry Street and Kindergarten Street, brought police and emergency personnel to the scene at 11:44 a.m., Oates said.
The findings of a preliminary investigation suggest that speed was a factor in the crash, he said.
The older woman was pronounced dead at Landmark Medical Center.
The 25-year-old sustained serious injuries to her legs but the injuries don't appear to be life-threatening, Oates said, adding that she was taken to Rhode Island Hospital.
A third person traveling with the 58-year-old didn't appear to be injured but was taken to Rhode Island Hospital for evaluation.
An investigation continues.
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MOUNT HOOD, Ore. — A 26-year-old man from New Hampshire just set a new round-trip record for reaching the summit of Mount Hood and descending the mountain, making the entire journey in about 90 minutes.
Just to give you an idea of how long it takes most people just to reach the top, it’s about four to six hours depending on the conditions.
Jack Kuenzle started at the parking lot of Timberline Lodge, and with special mountaineering boots and gear he set a record making it to the top at one hour and 16 minutes, and then turned around and skied down in 15 minutes.
“There’s a round-trip record that was set at one hour and 44 minutes several years ago, but my trip was one hour and 30 minutes round trip,” said Kuenzle.
His total climb from the parking lot to the summit was about 5,200 feet, but Kuenzle is no stranger to setting records in ski mountaineering. In February, he made it to the top of Mount Shasta in northern California in record time, but just missed getting the record for the descent when he ran into trouble coming down the mountain.
“I set the ascent record on skis — and then I when I went to ski down, I snapped both of my skis in half,” Kuenzle said.
Not only was his Mount Hood climb fast, he did it with very little on him. He had boots, skis and crampons for good traction, but he otherwise set the new record wearing only a pair of underwear. Kuenzle said that overheating can play a big role in limiting physical performance. Luckily he planned his climb on a sunny and warm day, where he could get away with wearing very little.
Kuenzle went up the south side of the mountain, which is known as the “Pearly Gates.” The feat also qualifies him for the 2026 Winter Olympics, where ski mountaineering will feature as an Olympic sport for the first time ever. Kuenzle said he hasn’t decided yet if he’s going to participate.
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BOISE, Idaho — Two Boise State University professors are getting creative in the way they teach climate change.
"It’s all shades of pink and blue and red,” said Karen Viskupic as she looked at a scarf she knitted.
Viskupic is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Geosciences at Boise State. Using climate change color shades from a social-media movement called #showyourstripes, Viskupic decided to make her dear friend and fellow geosciences professor Jennifer Pierce a scarf.
“Karen came in and she said, 'I have a present for you,'" Pierce said.
The scarf represents 126 years of Idaho’s average temperatures. The scarf uses colors to display the climate's increased warmth.
"It’s getting warmer, right, we know that. We can measure it, it’s getting warmer and the scarf just shows that,” Viskupic said.
The scarf displays the annual average temperature in Idaho from 1895 to 2021.
"This is my daughter's lifetime. This is 2012 right here in red to 2021,” Pierce said.
The darker blues represent below-average temperatures for that year. While the pinks and reds show above-average temperatures.
"When she looked at this you know you can count the stripes, I do this with the elementary school kids, and she said, mom, I have only lived in the red,” Pierce said.
The trend is hard to ignore: the darker the red, the warmer the year.
"Of course, we have some years that are a little warmer, a little cooler, wetter, drier, those are shorter changes, but when you look at the overall trend from 1895 and 2021, it's very clear,” Pierce said. “This is not a natural cycle; this is human-caused."
Pierce said she wears the scarf as much as possible, in hopes of it being a conversation starter. The scarf has been on adventures, roaming around to classrooms and lectures in Boise, to Las Vegas at a Geological Society of America meeting, and even to Alaska, for backcountry skiing.
"This is a graph of sorts, but it’s something that everyone can understand that's why I think this is such a powerful tool of communication,” Pierce said.
According to Pierce, starting the discussion about climate change only scratches the surface of what needs to be done to stop it. She said it starts by using renewable energy, from hydro, solar, wind, and geothermal.
“It’s never too late to act and right here in Idaho we have a lot of positive win-win solutions, so let’s focus on those low-hanging fruit. We have geothermal energy here in Boise. We should be heating all of our buildings that we can, building efficiency, that can really reduce our carbon footprint.”
While the vibrant colors may make for a pretty scarf, they hope to not have to add any more red colors to it.
"We need a better planet for my kids for everyone's kids,” Pierce said. "It can’t be too late because we do not have a planet B, this is our only planet."
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BOISE, Idaho — At Tuesday's meeting, the Boise City Council approved a contract with LEAP Housing as a non-profit partner for two pilot programs to explore affordable housing solutions.
The City of Boise selected LEAP Housing as its partner for pilot programs to provide incentives for moveable tiny homes and affordable Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).
Boise City Code currently prohibits moveable tiny homes. However, the pilot program allows for permits for the homes on five to six parcels of public or private land, according to a City of Boise news release.
The two pilot programs for moveable tiny homes and ADUs, often referred to as "mother-in-law suites," were created by a partnership between the city and the Harvard-Bloomberg Innovation Track team. Boise is exploring whether the solutions may be used to address housing affordability in the City of Trees.
ADUs are allowed in certain areas of Boise. The pilot program helps residents who want to build and rent a unit at an affordable rate for 10 years, according to the City of Boise.
Homeowners participating in the program will receive resources from the city, including permitting help, a city impact fees exemption, and technical assistance from LEAP Housing on managing the property.
Boise and LEAP Housing will select 16 to 18 households to participate in the pilot programs.
“These programs are excellent examples of the community coming together to impact our city's future and helping to create innovative solutions for housing,” Boise Mayor McLean said. “The innovative programs will provide the opportunity for people to work together with the City of Boise and LEAP Housing on bringing viable, affordable housing to market for our fellow Boiseans.”
LEAP Housing said the City of Boise is exploring whether an ADU program is a "feasible, scalable, cost-effective approach" to create more affordable housing options. The pilot program will also determine whether moveable tiny homes will be permanently legal in the city.
An intake form for residents interested in participating in the two Boise pilot programs can be found by clicking here.
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BOISE, Idaho — A leaked Supreme Court (SCOTUS) draft opinion shows interest in overturning nearly 50 years of precedent and striking down Roe v. Wade (1973).
POLITICO published the leaked document Monday evening.
Roe v. Wade established a federal right for women to access abortion; however, "... the Constitution does not confer a right to abortion... the authority to regulate abortion must be returned to the people and their elected representatives," according to the draft opinion.
"Last night's leaked opinion makes it clear our deepest fears are coming true," Planned Parenthood Idaho State Director, Mistie DelliCarpini-Tolman said. "Our right to abortion is being crushed right now. We are in the front lines in Idaho."
Tolman's fear is founded in what's colloquially known as a 'trigger' law. Trigger laws are official laws on the books, but they are not enforced until the state is granted sufficient authority to regulate the matter in question.
Idaho lawmakers passed Senate Bill 1385 during the 2020 legislative session. The law criminalizes health care providers for preforming abortion procedures. The felony charge is punishable by up to 5 years in prison.
Exceptions for abortion exist only in the case of rape, incest, or to save the mother’s life.
This trigger law goes into effect within 30 days after, "the issuance of the judgment in any decision of the United States Supreme Court that restores to the states their authority to prohibit abortion," according to the law.
The draft opinion is not an official SCOTUS ruling and does not trigger this Idaho law. Planned Parenthood fears an official ruling could follow draft on a similar ground.
"The consequences of this supreme court decision will be swift and devastating nationwide, including right here in Idaho," DelliCarpini-Tolman said.
Idaho is one of 12 other states that have an abortion trigger law waiting in the wings, and not all health care providers are against the trigger law.
Brandi Swindell founded Stanton Healthcare in the Treasure Valley and calls the clinic "life-affirming healthcare."
"There is support already in place and service and healthcare for women facing unexpected pregnancies if and when Roe v. Wade is overturned," Swindell said. "I believe women deserve better than abortion."
Stanton provides women facing an unexpected pregnancy with cost-free healthcare through their full term. Ongoing healthcare is also provided for at least 18 months after birth, Swindell said.
"The pro-choice side is going to argue women are left with no support if they don't have unfettered access to abortion, but the truth is, Stanton is ready to go," Swindell said. "We have a proven track record of supporting women. We have a proven track record women want the services we provide."
At Stanton, 90% of women who view their ultrasound elect to go through with their pregnancy, Swindell said. Restricting abortion will disproportionately impact low-income earners who do not have the resources or travel for an abortion, according to DelliCarpini-Tolman.
Stanton has a mobile clinic they use to serve rural and underserved communities in response to this issue, according to Swindell. Regardless, Planned Parenthood argues the option for abortion is still necessary, because it is a service people will still want and need.
"If you need us, you can still come. Our doors are open. We are providing care in all six states across our affiliate," DelliCarpini-Tolman said. "We know our work has never been more vital."
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Winds spread the Antelope Fire across grassy fuels to approximately 372 acres on Monday. The fire was reported to be growing at a “moderate” rate off the east side of U.S. Highway 89, about 12 miles north of Sunset Crater, at 1:09 p.m. on Monday. Coconino National Forest dispatched a Type 2 hand crew, four engines, one dozer, one water tender, and air support to address the flames. As of late Tuesday morning, the fire was contained. The cause is under investigation.
The Coconino National Forest reported that “no structures were threatened at any time.” Crews continued to “mop up” and check for smoldering hot spots throughout Tuesday.
The Coconino National Forest and adjacent districts across northern Arizona will enter Stage 1 fire restrictions Thursday. These restrictions come a little earlier than usual, in response to what has started off as an aggressive fire season.
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In a release, the Coconino National Forest reminded the public that “fires can easily start by motorists who flick their cigarettes outside the vehicle, drag chains attached to trailers, have faulty catalytic converters that spread bits of hot embers, and even from tires that pop and cause rims to strike the pavement.” They advise motorists to “do everything they can” to prevent heat sources from leaving their vehicle or trailer.
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Flagstaff City Council made the unanimous decision on Tuesday to appoint Khara House as an interim councilmember, filling the seat vacated when former Vice Mayor Becky Daggett resigned to campaign for the office of mayor.
House will serve as a member of city council until Dec. 20, when the newly elected members officially take office.
House was one of 14 total candidates who applied to fill the seat. She has a decorated history of public service within the City of Flagstaff. She has served on the city’s housing commission, assisted in the passage of the city’s 10-year housing plan and is a two-time recipient of the Arizona Multihousing Association Tribute Awards.
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House is president of the Coconino County African Diaspora Advisory Council, vice president for National Alliance on Mental Illness-Flagstaff, and sits on the boards of Flagstaff Shelter Services, the Southside Community Association and the Lived Black Experience Project Steering Committee.
House was given the Mayor’s Key to the City Award in 2020 in recognition of her community service. Alongside her work in the community, House holds a career as director of community engagement for Bella Investment Group.
“I want to serve,” House said when she first presented her application to the council. “I believe in the power and importance of civic engagement.”
House also spoke to her desire to “consistently recognize diverse voices in this community,” and said that her priorities included housing as healthcare, expanded resources for mental and behavioral health, climate consciousness and deeper empowerment of Flagstaff’s unique neighborhoods.
Councilmember Regina Salas stated particular excitement to welcome House as “someone who can help us bring unity, cohesion and diversity” to city leadership.
House was sworn into her appointed position by Judge Tom Chotena and met with applause.
Prior to House’s appointment, sitting councilmembers all took time expressing their gratitude for the “great candidates” who stepped forward for consideration — especially the final six finalists -- which included Al White, Thea Karlin, Joe Washington, McKenzie Jones, Samantha Stone and House.
The pool of willing and qualified candidates indicated that “the city is in good hands for years to come,” said Councilmember Austin Aslan.
“All the candidates were in the running,” Councilmember Jim McCarthy said. “Don’t go away. We need you.”
Multiple councilmembers alluded to the upcoming write-in election, in which four open city council seats will need to be filled from a ballot of only two official candidates.
“I certainly do hope that some of you step forward to pursue a seat up here,” Aslan said to the finalists.
McCarthy makes a statement
During the public participation section of Tuesday’s meeting, McCarthy took to the stand to address a call for public apology that he received following last week’s initial Council appointment proceeding.
The call for apology came from council candidate Eva Putzova, who requested that her application to the interim seat be discussed publicly in the interest of transparency. The discussion struggled to address Putzova’s application directly, as McCarthy commented that “we should note that the candidate created an awkward situation” by requesting public personnel discussion. These comments became the basis for Putzova’s call for apology.
“Just because something is awkward does not mean that it is inappropriate,” said McCarthy in his statement on Tuesday. He maintained that it was his “right to speak openly” during Council sessions, and maintained that his remarks were in line with the discussion and the request made by Putzova.
“When a candidate requests to have their evaluation in public, they are in fact giving permission to have candid comments made about them in public,” said McCarthy.
He concluded his statement with a reconciliatory direct address to Putzova, saying that “you and I vary on approaches, but I believe that we are both honest and passionate leaders who base our positions on integrity even when we disagree.”
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Back into the NCAA Tournament for the third consecutive time under head coach Ewa Bogusz, the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks women's tennis team will head off to Berkeley, California, for a meeting with the 11th-seeded Cal Golden Bears.
The Lumberjacks (12-7) will make their first-ever trip to Berkeley to face the Golden Bears (16-7) Friday.
The Golden Bears finished the Pac-12 regular season atop the conference standings at 8-1 before falling to Arizona State 4-3 in the tournament semifinals on April 22.
Ranked as high as fourth in the nation this season, Cal's regular season included an upset of then No. 2-ranked Pepperdine 4-3 in Malibu, California.
Winning its sixth Big Sky tourney championship in program history, Northern Arizona defeated the Weber State Wildcats in the championship match Saturday for the second consecutive year.
Northern Arizona's first-round opponent will provide the first-ever meeting between the programs. In addition to Friday's match at the Hellman Tennis Complex between Northern Arizona and Cal, Texas Tech and Loyola Marymount will face off with the winners meeting in the second round on Saturday.
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The College of Eastern Idaho has been selected as one of 10 finalists for a $1 million grant to support brand building and marketing for community colleges.
The grant is the Million Dollar Community College Challenge from the Lumina Foundation. The foundation is an Indianapolis-based private foundation that seeks to increase post-secondary education opportunities, according to its website.
“We have been so excited by the response to this grant competition and even more excited to shine the light on the work of community colleges all across America,” said Shauna Davis, strategy director for community college participation at Lumina Foundation, in a YouTube video announcing the finalists.
Todd Wightman, CEI Communications and Marketing director, said college officials are excited for the chance to win the challenge and are welcomely surprised CEI earned a finalist spot.
While CEI officials are hoping for the grand prize, the nine colleges not selected for the $1 million award will receive a $100,000 runner-up award and technical assistance to develop actionable brand building and marketing strategies and Wightman said that money will go a long way for CEI.
“It was a pretty good surprise for the college,” Wightman said. “At a small college, funding is limited … $100,000 at least is a big chunk of change. That’s going to help us work some strategies for how to get the good word out for what the college can do as a comprehensive community college.”
Each finalist will submit a video to the foundation explaining their college’s promise to adult students after moving on to round two of the challenge. Wightman said CEI intends to continue reaching out to older adult students than the typical university crowd and offer flexible education opportunities for students who have to work, are parents or find themselves in a difficult financial situation.
Wightman said that flexibility revolves around the college’s online courses and a CEI student can earn an associate degree entirely online.
“There’s a lot of different avenues where we can reach out to adults in different ways to have them move forward and improve their lives,” Wightman said.
The winner of the challenge will be announced in August and each college’s video submission will be available to view on the Lumina Foundation’s website in June. According to the foundation, CEI beat out hundreds of other community colleges to advance to the second round of the challenge.
The other nine finalists are:
• Madera Community College in Madera, Calif.
• Community College of Rhode Island in Warwick, R.I.
• Houston Community College in Houston, Texas
• Great Falls College Montana State University in Great Falls, Mont.
• County College of Morris in Randolph, N.J.
• Long Beach City College in Long Beach, Calif.
• Northwest-Shoals Community College in Muscle Shoals, Ala.
• Minnesota State College Southeast in Winona, Minn.
• Madison Area Technical College in Madison, Wis.
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Idaho Falls to hold public meetings on water tower replacement POST REGISTER May 3, 2022 4 hrs ago 0 Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Save A public meeting has been scheduled Thursday for members of the public to discuss upcoming plans to replace the city’s water tower.The first meeting is set for Thursday noon-1p.m. at The Waterfront on 1220 Event Center Drive. The second meeting is scheduled for May 18 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the same location.The city has been discussing plans to replace the 85-year-old water tower for years to accommodate its growing population. Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Save Tags Water Tower City Plan Meeting Idaho Falls Location Replacement Recommended for you Trending Now After four years, Jed Hall's family may have answers about son's disappearance District 91 considers changes to U.S. history, physics and K-8 math curriculum ‘Something you never, ever get through’: Half a century ago in the Silver Valley, 91 Sunshine miners died in Idaho’s worst mining disaster Woman reportedly ran over man after mistaking his identity Idaho Falls chamber choir to perform 'Wonder & Glory' concert Latest e-Edition Post Register To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left.
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With bird flu having been discovered in two counties that border Bonneville County, officials with the Idaho Falls Zoo are taking extra steps to protect zoo birds.
Last month state agriculture officials warned bird owners to take extra protections when interacting with their flocks, the Associated Press reported. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service reports that the outbreak has affected four backyard flocks and a total of 287 birds. The Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, commonly called bird flu, has been detected in Idaho in domestic flocks Caribou, Gooding and Madison counties.
The virus, which can be transmitted by migrating birds, has been spreading across the U.S. since February, putting poultry farms and zoos on high alert, the AP reported. In 2015, a bird flu outbreak killed 50 million birds across 15 states and cost the federal government nearly $1 billion.
A zoo news release said the virus poses “a real concern for the health of the zoo’s avian collection.” The virus is primarily spread by wild birds traveling through the area.
As a preventive measure, the zoo removed the feeder machine by the pond to deter wild birds from visiting, the release said. The zoo also has temporarily relocated a few birds, mainly waterfowl, into covered habitats around the zoo or off exhibit. The Penguin Interaction Program is postponed until further notice, the release said.
“The health and safety of all of our animals of the Idaho Falls Zoo remain our top priority,” Idaho Falls Zoo Director David Pennock said in the release. “We are actively working on a multi-phase response plan for this HPAI outbreak. We want to be as prepared as possible as the virus inches closer to the zoo.”
As of April, the virus has been detected in 31 states, including Idaho.
While the virus is considered very low risk to humans, containment and prevention quickly became a priority for zoo and animal collection managers. As a result, in addition to changes in bird locations, the zoo is limiting intern and volunteer contact at certain exhibits, the release said.
“We are basing this plan on other zoos’ responses and the statistics surrounding the virus’ spread,” Pennock said in the release. “Our current response is meant to be proactive and we are working hard to keep our collection safe.”
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WAHOO — A jury worked into the night here Tuesday before finding a Malmo man guilty of first-degree murder for killing his 27-year-old fiancée at their home as her two children slept.
Kolton Barnes said what happened early July 15, 2020, was self-defense. That Kayla Matulka attacked him with a knife when he returned home from the bar.
The state said the killing was first-degree murder. That Barnes kicked his way into the house, just as he'd threatened to do in texts later deleted, after she told him their relationship was over and not to come home.
"She wanted out and he refused to accept that, and because of that Kayla Matulka is dead," Assistant Nebraska Attorney General Sandra Allen told the jury in closing arguments earlier Tuesday.
She said Matulka, who was found naked on the floor with a restraint system attached to one of her wrists, a black eye and purple, finger-shaped bruises on an elbow, was fighting for her life.
"He beat her, he strangled her and he stabbed her," Allen said.
"You cannot tell me you aren't thinking about what you are doing," she said. "That is premeditation."
Addressing the jury, Matt McDonald of the Nebraska Commission on Public Advocacy said the state had to prove to them without hesitation that Barnes wasn't acting in self-defense.
"They have not done that. They haven't even come close," he said. "Based on the evidence there's a lot more than hesitation about what happened that night."
McDonald said Barnes admitted he tampered with evidence, one of the seven felony charges he faced, but argued the state overcharged the case, throwing the book at Barnes to see what would stick with the jury.
* Two counts of child abuse for leaving Matulka dead with her 6- and 11-year-old children alone to find her.
* A count of animal cruelty and use of a deadly weapon for stabbing his dog to death. (On the stand, Barnes said Matulka had done it.)
* And by alleging the murder was either premeditated or done in the perpetration of a sexual assault or attempted sex assault despite the pathologist saying there was no evidence of sexual assault.
McDonald said there was no evidence Barnes had been jealous or abusive to Matulka, he said. The state was trying to paint a picture of him "that doesn't exist."
He pointed to testimony of one of Barnes' ex-boyfriends who said Barnes, who had been diagnosed with mental illness, once tried to stab him and his dog.
"They're just hoping that you will say well she's dead, he must have done this and it had to happen this way that they're speculating about," the defense attorney said. "Isn't it much more likely that what Kolton said is the truth?"
Barnes said he went in the bedroom and saw his dog, Diesel, on the floor. Then, in the light of the TV, he saw Matulka coming at him with a knife in her hand. He said he put his hand up to block her and punched her three times and they struggled, falling to the floor with him on top of her, the knife in her chest.
"We're never going to know exactly what happened ... because Kolton told you he can't remember everything," McDonald said.
That doesn't mean he's lying, he said.
Allen said Barnes' story continued to evolve. First he said he had no idea what happened, that someone was setting him up. Then, for months, he said Matulka had killed herself, until it was clear two of the stab wounds came after she was dead.
Finally, at trial, he said for the first time that Matulka attacked him.
"What's happening is Mr. Barnes is receiving bits and pieces of information from the evidence, and what he's doing is he's taking that evidence and he's trying to conform a story to match that evidence. To try to get away with the murder of Kayla Matulka," she said. "That's what he's doing."
The jury of 11 men and one woman got the case for deliberations at 2:46 p.m. Tuesday and returned with guilty verdicts on all counts shortly after 7:30 p.m.
CHI St. Elizabeth has seen eight patients who were injured in accidents that were caused by smoking while they were using an oxygen tank in its burn unit in just the past six weeks.
The 33-year-old showed up uninvited to a small house party shortly after midnight Jan. 1 and stayed until every other guest left, leaving only him and the tenant alone in the hours before the attack, police said.
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Dozens gathered outside the State Capitol on Tuesday in support of pro-abortion rights.
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Juju Tyner (center, in green) holds a sign in support of Roe v. Wade as she joined others in a pro-abortion rights rally on Tuesday.
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Dozens gathered outside the State Capitol on Tuesday in support of pro-abortion rights.
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Dozens gathered outside the State Capitol on Tuesday in support of pro-abortion rights.
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Meg Yanders, of Omaha, and hundreds of other people rally for abortion access rights after a leaked draft a U.S. Supreme Court decision that would overturn Roe v. Wade become public outside the Omaha and Douglas County Civic Center on Tuesday.
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Brandi Bothe, a co-chair of the Omaha Women's Day March, leads chants for hundreds of people rallying for abortion access rights after a leaked draft a U.S. Supreme Court decision that would overturn Roe v. Wade become public outside the Omaha and Douglas County Civic Center on Tuesday.
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Molly Flynn and her mother, Laurie Flynn, both of Omaha, join hundreds of people rallying for abortion access rights after a leaked draft a U.S. Supreme Court decision that would overturn Roe v. Wade become public outside the Omaha and Douglas County Civic Center on Tuesday.
Reacting to the news that the Supreme Court could be poised to limit access to abortions, a crowd of about 200 people gathered at the state Capitol Tuesday to voice their concerns.
The protest was among hundreds across the country, including in Lincoln and Omaha, that popped up after a draft opinion of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade was leaked on Monday. The official decision, which could change, isn't set to be released until June, however.
The rally in Lincoln was organized by Planned Parenthood Advocates of Nebraska which spread the word on social media.
"I think this is just a demonstration of how fired up and angry people are about the news that was released," Adelle Burk, senior manager of public affairs, said.
Those in attendance held signs on the north side of the Capitol and heard from several guest speakers who spoke on their personal experiences with abortion and sexual assault.
Natalia Koval was among the crowd, expressing her fears and frustrations by raising a poster that said "bans off my body" and cheering as passing cars honked.
“I really want to make sure that we keep abortions safe and legal. In the wake of the draft that was leaked last night, it’s really important that we pressure our elected officials to offer not only thoughts and prayers, but advocacy and policy change” Koval said.
Eight months pregnant and with a 2-year-old son and husband in tow, Jessica Bowerman made it clear Tuesday evening at there was no other place to be than at a rally in Omaha advocating for abortion rights.
"If I hadn't had an abortion, I wouldn't have the family I have now," the 25-year-old said as she held up a sign that read "An Abortion Saved My LIFE."
Bowerman was among several hundred people who gathered outside Omaha's City-County Building.
A ruling by the court is expected in the next few months. Nebraska legislators have indicated they would consider a special session to further restrict abortion access if the Supreme Court throws out Roe.
Organizers of the rallies called on people to mobilize and elect people who will support access to abortion.
"What's happening right now is exactly what we expected," Andi Curry Grubb, executive director of Planned Parenthood Advocates of Nebraska, told the crowd in Omaha. "But to see it, it's still devastating."
Alex Goswami of Omaha didn't need any encouragement. Tuesday morning, she checked a list of local candidates and made financial donations to people she believes will support access to abortion.
"It motivated me to open up my wallet," she said. "Democrats have to be just as fierce as Republicans and organize at the state and local level."
After more than 30 years working to overturn Roe, Sandy Danek, executive director of Nebraska Right to Life, said the process of changing Nebraska law after a Supreme Court ruling will be difficult.
"But we're up for it," she said. "I think we can pass a law that would help us outlaw abortion in Nebraska."
Several people at the Omaha rally said they fear that elimination of Roe will lead to mental health problems for women, and could prompt some to commit suicide. They said some women, including victims of rape or incest, may resort to unsafe, illegal abortions.
Jeri Moore of Bellevue said her ability to get an abortion in the early 1970s gave her a chance to have a successful life. Then 19, she said, suicide wasn't far from her mind after she became pregnant. Instead, after an abortion, she went on to a successful marriage and a career in the military.
Among those at the Omaha rally was Laurie Flynn, who says she "prayed" her own two children into the world when fertilization treatments didn't work. Flynn said she came to the rally for her daughter, Molly.
"I'm very pro-choice but it's not a choice I would make for myself," Laurie Flynn said. "I would fight tooth and nail to give her the choice, that's why I'm here."
Omaha World-Herald reporters Nancy Gaarder and Martha Stoddard contributed to this story.
The Lincoln property owner awoke to a knock on her door in the hours after the March 19 fire, which investigators initially ruled an accidental electrical fire. Immediately, she suspected that assessment was wrong.
Meg Yanders, of Omaha, and hundreds of other people rally for abortion access rights after a leaked draft a U.S. Supreme Court decision that would overturn Roe v. Wade become public outside the Omaha and Douglas County Civic Center on Tuesday.
Brandi Bothe, a co-chair of the Omaha Women's Day March, leads chants for hundreds of people rallying for abortion access rights after a leaked draft a U.S. Supreme Court decision that would overturn Roe v. Wade become public outside the Omaha and Douglas County Civic Center on Tuesday.
Molly Flynn and her mother, Laurie Flynn, both of Omaha, join hundreds of people rallying for abortion access rights after a leaked draft a U.S. Supreme Court decision that would overturn Roe v. Wade become public outside the Omaha and Douglas County Civic Center on Tuesday.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Advocates for abortion rights say California could see a rise in people fleeing to the state for care if Roe v. Wade is overturned.
"Ultimately, the reversal of Roe could drive up the number of out-of-state patients whose nearest abortion provider would be in California. Roughly, with Roe in place, that’s about 46,000 people. Without Roe, that’s about 1.4 million people coming to California for services,” said Lauren Babb, spokesperson for Planned Parenthood Mar Monte health centers in Sacramento.
According to the Guttmacher Institute, the number of out-of-state patients whose nearest clinic would be in California would increase nearly 3,000%.
The uproar from advocates stems from a leaked draft opinion suggesting the U.S. Supreme Court could be poised to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized abortion nationwide, which was reported by Politico Monday.
On Tuesday, protests erupted outside the federal courthouse in Sacramento as people called for abortion rights to be upheld.
Protesters stood in solidarity with other demonstrations happening across the nation.
While abortion access in California is unlikely to change if Roe v. Wade is struck down, it could have consequences for those out of the state who could be turning to California for answers.
Baab said the Planned Parenthood Mar Monte health centers saw 80 patients from out of state between July 2021 and April 15, 2022.
Even within California, where abortion services are likely to remain protected, Baab said services can be challenging to reach for many, especially in the Central Valley where centers are much farther a part.
She said access would be extremely difficult to reach for people who are seeking services out of state but adds they are working with other organizations to make sure people who are seeking these services have access to them regardless of the decision in the coming weeks or months.
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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Over one hundred protesters gathered in Fayetteville, outside of the Washington County Courthouse to protest the draft opinion of the supreme court to overturn Roe v. Wade saying it would only ban safe and legal abortions.
“This is not acceptable,” shouted Shelia Czech, an activist with NWA Socialist Alternative and an organizer of Tuesday’s protest.
Driving near downtown Fayetteville, it may have been hard to miss the crowd. They had plenty of signs in hand and shouted their beliefs through microphones and megaphones.
“We do not just want to defend the status quo,” Czech said. “Roe v. Wade is the bare minimum.”
Protesters reacting to Scotus’s leaked opinion to overturn Roe v. Wade, which passed 49 years ago. However, if overturned it will likely trigger an Arkansas law into effect, banning abortions.
“It’s not going to stop abortions,” said Activist and protest organizer Maddie Booker. “It’s going to stop safe and legal abortion and just lead to more loss of life. Abortions will continue and I don’t really see the pro-life stance in that.”
Reproductive Rights Activist Allison Griffin says she was shocked by the report, but she says protesting is a great way to send a message.
“It’s a woman’s right to choose and that the government does not need to be involved in that decision,” Griffin said.
Czech says protests like these are important to move forward in history, instead of backward which is what she believes we would be doing if Roe v Wade is overturned, calling protests these protest necessary.
“To get out there and to organize, and educate, and to agitate, and place that external pressure on the government to do the right thing,” Czech said. “And you know make these decisions that lead to greater justice in society.”
“Now’s the time to speak up for your neighbors, your friends, for your sisters, everyone,” shouted attendee Alicia Flores.
Attendee Jonah fields say she came to support the rights of family members.
“I have a daughter, I have a daughter-in-law, I have nieces, I have friends,” said Fields. “I would do anything to protect their rights.
Czech tells 5NEWS that if Roe v. Wade is overturned it will mainly impact the working class in Arkansas because they might not have the means to travel to other states where abortion laws aren’t as strict. Czech also says this will have a heavy impact on minority women because they might not have the same access to health care as others.
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Sebring voters pass road levy
SEBRING – Voters passed the village's road levy.
Unofficial election results from the Mahoning County Board of Elections show that 347 voters (55%) cast their ballots in favor of the issue while 289 (45%) voted against it during Tuesday's primary election.
The 1.5-mill additional levy will generate approximately $80,000 per year to help support road paving projects.
More:Election 2022: Sebring voters face road levy in May
Village Manager Jack Haney previously told The Repository that Sebring officials have wanted to improve the streets, but the village does not have the necessary equipment and materials for the projects.
The funds will allow the village to pave about a half-mile of road per year, he said. It typically costs between $120,000 to $150,000 per mile of road.
Haney said the money will go "a long way" in helping Sebring improve road conditions.
The levy will run for five years.
The money will be used exclusively to pay for road paving projects. It cannot be used for administration or salaries.
"It will all be visible to the public," Haney said.
He said village officials plan to apply for federal funding within the "next year or so" to assist with paving efforts on Ohio Avenue and Johnson Road.
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577 or pmbennett@gannett.com, or on Twitter at @paigembenn.
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DETROIT — A man told investigators that he was making $2,000 a day selling marijuana from a vending machine attached to his Detroit home, federal agents said.
The man, who has a felony record, was arrested last week and charged with illegally possessing guns. He explained how he made a living when agents arrived in March with a search warrant.
The man “owned and operated the marijuana vending machine attached to the residence for four years, making approximately $2,000 per day,” an agent with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said in a court filing.
Agents, acting on a tip, were aware of the machine because they had made purchases to collect evidence in February and March.
Agents seized 18 firearms in the house, dozens of rounds of ammunition and several pounds of suspected marijuana. The man was released on bond by a federal magistrate judge.
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PINE BLUFF, Ark. — With storms expected during spring, heavy rainfall can sometimes mean flash flooding.
That's something home and business owners never want to hear. For people in Pine Bluff, that issue could soon become a thing of the past.
"The water just came up real fast, [and] like, within 15 minutes just flooded up good," said Kendrick Williams, owner of Pop's Barbershop.
Williams has been in the same downtown location since 2003 and a few years ago had to shut down the shop to deal with flooding problems.
When there is a chance for heavy downpours, it brings back memories of what happened to his business just a few years ago.
"It went inside the building and when it went to the back," Williams said.
That flooding had Williams considering whether to move his business into a part of town that doesn't have to deal with the risk of flooding when it starts raining.
State Conservationist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service Mike Sullivan said this is also an issue dozens of families face far too often.
"That causes threats to safety, causes damages to roads, just makes life in general difficult," Sullivan said.
These are problems that President Joe Biden's infrastructure package aims to tackle.
"Arkansas received nearly $96 million to address problems in 19 different watersheds, [and] 25 or so communities," Sullivan said.
Pine Bluff will see $32 million of that funding.
Sullivan added that the next steps in improving things like drains are both complex and will happen in four phases.
"You have to do some initial pre-planning to look at what the problems are," Sullivan describes. "Then you go into detailed analysis and planning."
A team of people will work with the city to agree on a plan that works, comply with state and federal requirements for environmental protection and then the ground work will begin after that.
While Williams had considered moving his barbershop, he said news of the city's plan will have him staying put.
"I'm glad to see some happen. Like better roads, [and] better gutter systems around here," Williams said.
Other cities like Helena, Camden and El Dorado are among those the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service will look into fixing flooding issues as well.
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SHERWOOD, Ark — The Ort family is heartbroken after an 18-year-old was accidentally killed Monday afternoon while being shown proper gun handling.
Ahava Ort was set to graduate from North Little Rock High School on May 17th. Her older sister Orion Ort said she'd been excited about crossing the stage to attend Pulaski Tech for culinary school.
"She was very quiet, very sweet. She had a lot of difficulty talking to people but her senior year she finally a made a lot of friends and they made her just feel comfortable with who she was," Orion said.
She may have been shy with people outside her home, but within the family Orion said Ahava was always cracking jokes.
Ahava was excited about getting her drivers license because she just got a car. She couldn't wait for for the next phase of her life as she grew up and was ready to take on new responsibilities.
"She's very big on her hair. Talking about food and you know just teenage girl stuff. She was excited to buy me new food stuff to cook with. She wanted to be a private chef, because it was more personable," Orion said.
Her father, Nathan Ort said Ahava was one of the easier kids he had. She didn't give him any trouble and didn't ask for much. He said she was just a great kid all around.
Ahava was being taught proper gun instruction by another family member. That same member accidently shot her and Sherwood police responded.
Her death is still shocking to the family, but they want to make sure nobody else has to go through this.
"First and foremost we do sympathize with the family over what happened yesterday. We don't have words for what they must be going through right now," said Richard McNeil with the Sherwood Police Department.
He stressed the importance of gun safety and said people must get properly trained on the use of a handgun from instructors who can show them how to hold, aim and properly fire.
He said if you are not going to go to a gun range you must remember these universal gun safety rules:
- Treat a gun as if it's loaded
- Keep your fingers off the trigger unless you're firing it
- Never aim it at anyone unless it's for protection
The department and Ahava's family wants to make sure that an accident like this doesn't leave another family in mourning.
"Guns are very serious and they're dangerous and you must treat every firearm with the upmost respect," said McNeil.
The department has passed out gun locks before at events and said they may look to doing more with locks for people in the future.
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An actor who appeared in the 1990s prime-time soap opera “Melrose Place” has lost a bid to have her sentence in a 2010 fatal auto crash reduced.
An appeals court in New Jersey rejected Amy Locane’s arguments in a ruling published Tuesday.
Locane was convicted on vehicular manslaughter and other counts for the crash that killed 60-year-old Helene Seeman and severely injured Seeman’s husband, Fred. While she wasn't charged with drunk driving, a state expert testified Locane's blood alcohol level was likely about three times the legal limit and that she was driving roughly 53 miles per hour in a 35-mph zone at the time of the crash in Montgomery Township, near Princeton.
Locane has been sentenced four separate times after appeals courts ruled the first two sentences were too lenient and a third didn't properly follow guidelines it had set in an earlier ruling.
She had already spent more than two years in prison and was released by 2020, when state Superior Court Judge Angela Borkowski resentenced her to eight years.
In Tuesday's ruling, the appeals court held that Borkowski correctly gave more weight to aggravating factors — such as the severity of the offense and Locane's decision to drive while clearly intoxicated — than to mitigating factors such as Locane's lack of a prior criminal record and efforts at rehabilitation.
The court also rejected Locane's argument that Borkowski should have recused herself because the law firm representing Locane had once represented Borkowski's niece in a municipal traffic matter.
Locane received credit for time served when she was sentenced in 2020 and is eligible for parole in December 2024, according to the state Department of Corrections website.
Locane's attorney, James Wronko, didn't comment on the ruling Tuesday.
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An increase in COVID-19 infections around the U.S. has sent more cities into new high-risk categories that are supposed to trigger indoor mask wearing, but much of the country is stopping short of bringing back restrictions amid deep pandemic fatigue.
For weeks, much of upstate New York has been in the high-alert orange zone, a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designation that reflects serious community spread.
The CDC urges people to mask up in indoor public places, including schools, regardless of vaccination status. But few, if any, local jurisdictions in the region brought back a mask requirement despite rising case counts.
In New York City, cases are again rising and this week crossed the city’s threshold for “medium risk,” indicating the widening spread of the subvariant knowns as BA.2 that has swept the state’s northern reaches.
But there appears to be little appetite from Mayor Eric Adams to do an about face just a few months after allowing residents to shed masks and put away vaccination cards that were once required to enter restaurants and concert halls. Adams has said the city could pivot and reimpose mandates but has stressed that he wants to keep the city open.
“I don’t anticipate many places, if any, going back to mask mandates unless we see overflowing hospitals — that’s what would drive mask mandates,” said Professor David Larsen, a public health expert at Syracuse University in upstate New York, whose own county is currently an orange zone.
“People are still dying, but not in the same numbers,” he said.
Nationally, hospitalizations are up slightly but still as low as any point in the pandemic. Deaths have steadily decreased in the last three months to nearly the lowest numbers.
The muted response reflects the exhaustion of the country after two years of restrictions and the new challenges that health leaders are facing at this phase of the pandemic.
An abundance of at-home virus test kits has led to a steep undercount of COVID-19 cases that were once an important benchmark. Researchers estimate that more than 60% of the country was infected with the virus during the omicron surge, bringing high levels of protection on top of the tens of millions of vaccinations. Hospitalizations have increased but only slightly.
“If a mask mandate were reinstated right this minute, I don’t think it’d be very successful,” said Jim Kearns, a videographer at the State University of New York in Oswego, another upstate New York community in the CDC's orange zone.
“I think a lot of people are just over it,” he said. “If I saw death rates and hospitalizations going up in crazy numbers, and if I felt that there was a danger to me and my family, I would put it on in a heartbeat. But it has been a long two years.”
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New York Attorney General Letitia James, who has long been outspoken about defending abortion rights, publicly disclosed Tuesday that she had an abortion herself almost two decades ago.
Pregnant as a newly elected New York City Council member, “I chose to have an abortion,” James told protesters who gathered in Manhattan to decry a U.S. Supreme Court draft opinion that would overturn the 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling that legalized the constitutional right to an abortion nationwide.
James, a Democrat, said she makes "no apologies" for her decision.
"I was just elected and I was faced with the decision of whether to have an abortion or not, and I chose to have an abortion," she said. "I walked proudly into Planned Parenthood, and I make no apologies to anyone."
James, 63, won a City Council race in 2003 to begin her political career, going on to serve as the city's elected ombudsman, called the public advocate, and then as attorney general since 2018. Last year, she briefly entered the 2022 race for governor before dropping out; she's now seeking reelection in November.
James has proposed a New York fund to help provide abortions to women who can't access the procedures in their own states, and she has filed or joined other attorneys general in filing friend-of-the-court briefs arguing against some abortion restrictions in other states.
“We will not go backward,” she told the protesters Tuesday. “No judge of the Supreme Court can dictate to me or to you how to use your body.”
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PORTLAND, Ore. — It's a controversial topic, one that had many people in Portland talking on Tuesday. The day prior, Politico published a draft opinion from the Supreme Court, suggesting that the court's conservative majority is in favor of overturning Roe v. Wade, the 1973 case that legalized abortion nationwide.
Chief Justice John Roberts later confirmed the document's legitimacy, but called the leak an "egregious breach of trust."
The draft opinion does not represent a final decision, but that's not stopping Portland abortion rights advocates from bracing for what could happen if Roe v. Wade is overturned.
"When we think about clamping down on access, we are basically seeing folks who are in elected office use that power to impose judgment — and for folks who are pregnant, we don't know the circumstances," said Christel Allen, the executive director of Pro-Choice Oregon.
Allen told KGW that abortion rights impact more than just women.
"Abortion care is healthcare and it really does impact all of us, all of our families," she said.
Allen's perspective is backed by Oregon's own longstanding laws and policies, but there are others in the state applauding the Supreme Court's draft decision.
"For pro-life Oregonians and Americans across the country this is what we've been hoping for since 1973," said Lois Anderson, who runs Oregon Right to Life.
Governor Kate Brown expressed her opinion on Twitter, saying that all Americans should have access to abortion, "full stop."
Senator Ron Wyden released this statement:
"The Republican party has set the stage for a total erosion of Americans’ constitutional rights. They have made clear they won't stop at gutting the right for a woman to make decisions about her own body. Republicans know that the majority of Americans don’t support eroding fundamental rights like privacy, so instead, they packed the Supreme Court with right-wing extremists willing to do their dirty work behind closed doors.
"This is a five alarm fire. If this is the final decision, the United States will be one of a handful of countries in the world moving backwards on women’s rights. The overturning of Roe would mark a devastating loss of constitutionally guaranteed bodily autonomy and privacy for more than half of America.
"Let me be clear: abortion is health care. Ending this protected and established right — a right generations of women have now known and that the overwhelming majority of Americans support — would harm the health, safety, and lives of millions of women and families. This is going to be the fight of our lives, and we must use every tool at our disposal to stop this attack on constitutionally guaranteed rights."
A local clinic where abortions are performed also took to Twitter, reminding people they'll continue to provide those services.
KGW also talked with several Portlanders who expressed concerns about the draft opinion:
"As a woman — somebody with a uterus — its very scary. I'm pretty terrified about it. I think it sets us back quite a bit," one woman told KGW.
"I believe in everybody's freedom of decision over their own bodies," said Sean Mercer.
Tuesday evening, Portlanders took to the streets in demonstrations against the opinion, converging outside of the Mark O. Hatfield federal courthouse downtown and on the Portland State University campus.
Ostensibly, the leaked SCOTUS document does not represent the court's final decision — and the fact that it was leaked is extremely rare, though leaks from the court are not unprecedented. The final ruling is expected no later than the end of June.
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PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Portland is known for its coffee, and two Portlanders are further cementing the city’s place on the map by taking top honors during a national coffee competition.
Morgan Eckroth from Keeper Coffee Co. took home the U.S. Barista Championship while Andrew Coe, part-owner and head roaster of Elevator Coffee, took fifth place overall in the U.S. Roaster portion. The competition was set in Boston and lasted several days.
Coe said he was shocked when learned he was a top-five coffee roaster in the entire nation.
“There were a lot of great coffee roasters there, so I felt humbled and honored to be able to be in the top five,” Coe said.
The Portland resident first qualified for the competition in 2020, but the coronavirus pandemic canceled the event until 2022. He competed alongside 20 other people and was judged on evaluating the coffee before its roasted, a plan to roast the coffee and finally roasting the coffee for the judges.
“[The judges] don’t know who submitted any of the coffees, and they evaluate it based on different scoring criteria: sweetness, acidity, balance and body,” he explained.
After ending an eight-year career in civil engineering, Coe moved to Portland with his wife about a decade ago. He said Portland’s coffee scene was nationally recognized and decided to “give it try.”
He credits the city’s community atmosphere for getting him up and running in the industry.
With Eckroth also taking top honors in the competition, Coe said it’s no surprise as the Portland coffee scene encourages people to be the best in the industry.
“There’s just so many passionate folks in this town who care and pay attention to the details, and that’s the sort of thing that helps make a good competitor,” he noted.
Coe plans to return to the competition next year if he qualifies.
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WHITE SETTLEMENT, Texas — A fire was stopped at a White Settlement elementary school this afternoon after a principal risked his own safety to put it out.
The fire occurred at Liberty Elementary in White Settlement. A statement from White Settlement ISD said the fire was started at about 12:30 p.m. in a restroom.
Liberty Elementary teacher Kelsie Foster said the fire was started when toilet paper was lit on fire, and before the fire department could arrive, Liberty Elementary Principal Michael Dickinson went into the restroom to stop the fire himself.
“The flames were high and there was smoke bellowing out and coming through and he put out the fire bravely and everyone was evacuated,” Foster said. “No one was hurt except for him.”
The statement added that students were dismissed early due to smoke in the building and that school would resume as normal on Wednesday.
Dickinson was taken to the hospital following the extinguishing of the fire to be treated for smoke inhalation, the statement detailed, and has been released. He will be resting at home for the next three days.
“He was so brave, and he deserves to be recognized for the bravery he exhibited,” Foster said.
There was very minimal damage to the school, Foster said, and the fire department and maintenance workers got to the building to begin work immediately.
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DALLAS — Meagan Gross is now 30 years old.
But she clearly remembers being a scared, pregnant 20-year-old with no support and no money.
But she did have a choice.
“I had an abortion,” Gross said.
“Having that choice was paramount for me. If I were to have had a child back then, I don’t think I would have been able to give my child or myself the future that we both deserved to have.”
Gross became more comfortable opening up about her abortion in the last couple of years as she felt access to abortions was being cut, particularly in Texas.
She lives in North Texas and her abortion was performed in Texas in 2012.
Roe v. Wade, the 49-year-old U.S. Supreme Court case that originated in Dallas, gave Gross the legal right to choose.
But that case could be in its final weeks or even days.
A draft opinion written in February and leaked to the online publication Politico this week shows a majority of justices support overturning the case.
Chief Justice John Roberts confirmed the draft is authentic.
The leak was called a “stunning breach,” by republican Texas Senator Ted Cruz, a former Supreme Court clerk himself.
“Very little renders me speechless,” Cruz said of the leak. “I was flabbergasted.”
The leak angered him, but the draft opinion did not.
“The fundamental obligation of government, I believe, is to protect people’s rights and in this case that includes the rights of the unborn child,” Cruz said.
If the final opinion from the court mirrors the draft, abortion will not suddenly become illegal, Cruz said.
“Rather the consequences will be that each state will decide. For the first 185 years of our country’s history that is how questions of abortions were decided,” he said.
The draft indicates conservative members of the Supreme Court believe elected lawmakers of individual states should decide abortion access, not justices sitting on the highest court in the land.
Gross is now mother to a 21-month-old child.
Of the abortion she had a decade ago she said, “It’s not a decision any woman wants to make.”
But she believes it’s a decision all women should be able to make.
While she believes the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade will hurt women, advocates for an end to abortion say women have more options now than ever.
“This is not our mother’s 1973 or our mother’s Roe,” said Chelsea Youman, Texas State Director and National Legislative Advisor for the Human Coalition.
“We're talking about very robust infrastructure in place for this moment in time,” Youman said. “Society is ready to protect innocent life in the womb - humans in the womb - who are growing and developing. They're just really small humans, and so we're ready for this.”
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SAN DIEGO — SeaWorld has been providing critical and specialized care to rescued animals for over a half-century. Now they’ve surpassed a major milestone with 40,000 animals rescued over the decades.
“You can tell he’s dehydrated just by the look of his eyes,” said rescue supervisor Jenny Smith regarding a one year-old elephant seal receiving fluids intravenously. It was rescued from La Jolla Cove after stranding itself on the beach.
“First and foremost, we want to rehydrate him, so he will get fluids orally. He will get fluids subcutaneously. We want to help him in that sense,” said Smith. “He also gets a fish formula that is given to him to help with his nutrition.”
He’ll be here recovering and growing stronger for about two months before they’ll return him to the ocean.
“We do return animals to where we know there is a proper food source for the species,” said Smith. “They get to go for a boat ride and they get returned.”
Rescuers at SeaWorld San Diego say it’s rewarding work to nurse wild animals back to health.
“They go from just kind of sitting here, not interested in fish, not feeling very well to, ‘I’m hungry. Give me that fish. I can eat that fish on my own,’” said Smith. “And that’s really a great turning point for each animal.”
The team rescued a harbor seal that was only a day or two old when they found it stranded between rocks north of the Scripps Pier.
“We provided 24-hour care,” said Smith. “We had to feed it every three hours. Eventually we had to show it how to eat whole fish on its own just like mom would.”
One of the brown pelicans receiving treatment was rescued in Oceanside with fishing line wrapped tightly around his wing and leg.
“There was a hook in the leg right about his ankle and everything was swollen and cold and he was not able to stand and now just 24 hours after removing all of those things and giving him some pain relief, he’s standing, he’s strong,” said Kim Peterson, rescue supervisor at SeaWorld San Diego. “And all we need to do is fatten him up.”
A young white-faced ibis is also receiving care in their bird facility after falling from its nest.
“He came in bruised all over its body, the top of his head, his whole back, his legs, his wings were actually oozing blood,” said Peterson. “Now just a couple of days after feeding and warmth, those wounds are healing very rapidly.”
From sea lions to sea birds, rescuers at SeaWorld San Diego are making a difference one rescued animal at a time.
“To watch the progression of a tiny baby grow up and be returned to the wild, or to have an animal that comes in that is ill or injured and to be able to restore its health and then return it back to the wild to fly away and live out its life,” said Peterson. “It’s an amazing, extremely fulfilling role that I play here.”
Watch Related: Sea lion rescue on San Diego freeway (Jan 7, 2022)
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STOCKTON, Calif. — A recent federal ruling on encampments in Berkeley could mean more enforcement power for Caltrans clearing encampments of unhoused people living on California highway property
In a case regarding whether encampments could be cleared from passages known as "right-of-ways" without offering alternative housing, the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in favor of Caltrans.
The court ruled last week a homeless encampment near Berkeley can be cleared by Caltrans without having to provide for alternate housing. It could apply to Caltrans right-of-way property throughout California.
The California Department of Transportation described encampments of unhoused people living along roadways and highways as safety issues.
Gov. Gavin Newsom also issued a statement on Friday siding with Caltrans, saying that such encampments are also dangerous for unhoused residents living in them.
"The court made it abundantly clear that Caltrans can proceed with its important work revitalizing California’s streets and roadways by clearing unsafe encampments which are hazardous to both the general public and those living unsheltered throughout our state," Newsom said, in part.
Caltrans also issued a statement saying, "We’re grateful for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling that allows Caltrans to maintain the state’s transportation network. This allows Caltrans to make sure people experiencing homelessness are not in unsafe and unhealthy encampments on the state right of way. Caltrans will continue to partner with social service providers, including the City of Berkeley and Alameda County, who can connect people experiencing homeless with shelter options and services."
Already struggling for stability, Zillia Miller said she and her two dogs move around from place to place as a result of the right-of-way clearings of encampments. She comes home every day to her tent along a busy highway in Downtown Stockton.
"It's expensive to live out here. I get $1,100, and it all goes," Miller told ABC10.
Longtime homeless advocates like Bob Erlenbusch, executive director of the Sacramento Regional Coalition to End Homelessness, said the question is 'Where are people going to go?'"
"Obviously, the court said this is unsafe, etc. But, in general, it's unsafe to be outside anyway," he said.
Erlenbusch would have preferred the court made Caltrans have an alternative housing plan in place before encampments are removed.
He said, with permanent housing taking several years to complete, something is needed in the meantime.
"You need safe parking programs. You need tiny homes. You need every configuration of short-term housing," Erlenbusch said.
Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg recently proposed a 'Right to Housing' ordinance that similarly would offer unhoused residents housing options before clearing encampments.
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The Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin released its “Adult Literacy Needs Assessment 2022” on Tuesday during an event in Monahans.
The 52-page document was released to local media ahead of the event. The following highlights were included in the executive summary.
- The population of in the Permian Basin is projected to grow by more than 68 percent in the next 20 years. That growth will “drive the need for additional workers for the approximately 115,000 new jobs that need to be filled by 2050," according to Economist Ray Perryman, and 30 percent of these new jobs will require literary skills to navigate “dense, lengthy and complicated texts and apply their understanding to new tasks and contexts.”
- The majority of the counties in the Permian Basin rank among the least literate and least educated in the United States.
- Improving adult literacy would have a transformative economic impact for the Permian Basin and its residents. “If the Permian Basin were to be able to match the current literacy rates in Texas and New Mexico by 2040, the annual earnings gain would be approximately $353 million with more than $242 million in new gross product each year and more than 6,725 new jobs.”
- Improving the region’s literacy pipeline will require improving the capacity, availability and accessibility of education programs.
The study’s findings included that a “large percentage of residents” in each county are estimated to have literary skills comparable to a second-grader and do not have a high school diploma. It also stated that assessments in third, fifth and ninth grades are lower than the state averages in most counties.
The executive summary also found that “many adults are not able to access education programs due to lack of proximity, digital access, childcare or scheduling conflicts with work.” It also stated libraries that are positioned to expand access are understaffed and under-resourced.
The analysis also states the Permian Basin has assets that can be leveraged to address the findings and offers recommendations to improve the adult literacy system. They include:
- Coordinate as a coalition to develop a shared data and performance management infrastructure;
- Mobilize a campaign to inform adult learners what is available and to inform state and federal officials what is needed;
- Collaborate with school districts, adult literacy providers and public libraries to expand adult education options into specific communities that are most isolated;
- Identify ways to improve access to adult education opportunities and accelerate pathways beyond high school for English learners;
- Expanding access to adult education programs that are “braided” with workforce training;
- Develop literacy supports for students in the middle grades (fifth through eighth) and improve the pipeline from high school graduation to post-secondary education and workforce training.
Lastly, the analysis offered ways to improve the impact of programs, including offering childcare at adult education centers, incentivizing adult education, social services and other non-profit staff to learn Spanish, increasing funding salaries for adult education teachers, creating stable funding for adult education and social service providers and leveraging the region’s preschool programs to share resources with parents about adult literacy and other social services.
Also, the summary called for allowing officials to track students over time rather than requiring “consistent attendance,” offering short-term certifications and giving learners more manageable goals and using paper-based learning as a supplement when internet access is limited.
The assessment is a study made possible by the support of the Abell-Hanger Foundation, FMH Foundation, Alline Ford Brown Foundation and the Permian Strategic Partnership.
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Midland’s first 100-degree day in 2022 is in the National Weather Service’s seven-day forecast.
The NWS is calling for a high Saturday of 101 degrees, which would be 15 degrees above normal for May 7 and it would mean a 100-degree day arrived more than one month ahead of last year (June 11).
The threat of triple digits this weekend continues a hotter-than-normal period of weather in Midland. The National Weather Service reported that April was one of the top warmest in Midland’s recorded history. The NWS website showed an average temperature of 69.0 degrees, which was 2.8 degrees above normal and the eighth-warmest April on record.
The warm temperatures are continuing to dry out Midland. While some areas of the city received rainfall this past weekend, there was just a “trace” at Midland International Airport. That kept Midland at 0.52 inch of rain since Sept. 1.
Midland County remains in the midst of a burn ban, and drought conditions are “exceptional” – the most intense and impactful stage of drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.
The Climate Prediction Center calls for a 60-70 percent chance of above average temperatures in May and a 40-50 percent chance of below-average precipitation.
The CPC also calls for a 50-60 percent chance of above-average temperatures from June through August and a 30-40 percent chance of below-average precipitation.
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Terry Williamson left a legacy as an award-winning sports writer and giant in Midland sports journalism. The following are submissions from former coaches and colleagues about Terry and his impact over the years.
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“Terry was an icon in the West Texas sports scene, and someone I had met during the start of my career in Odessa and was highly respected. When I came to Midland to serve as the sports editor, having Terry’s knowledge and expertise, along with his stellar writing skills made our product better and me a better editor and journalist. His picks column was something that readers looked forward to each week during the football season, but he also offered advice when I asked and was willing to help when needed. As much as anything, Terry was a friend, who always had a smile on his face and story to tell. My heart goes out to June and Terry’s family, and know we are praying for you. Rest in peace.”
- Len Hayward, former Reporter-Telegram sports editor
“I met Terry Williamson in 1976. I had just become the new sports cartoonist for the MRT. Only two days later Terry called to tell me my services would not be needed. A week later he called and asked me if I would accept the job. I went with a gut feeling about the job and Terry. Five years later I called Terry to resign since I was moving to Denver. A series of moves along with Terry’s encouragement took me to Denver, Anchorage, Denver and back to Midland.
“Terry had stayed with me at every turn and I had done the same for him. Things I have learned from Terry … I learned to not let one incident change your perception of a person. Don’t wait to meet angels in the after life. They are here teaching and watching over us. Terry Williamson and I aren’t finished.
- Norman Johnson, Reporter-Telegram cartoonist
“Terry and I developed a special relationship through the years beyond the sports page. … Good guy … good friend … tough loss.”
- John Parchman, former Lee Rebel football coach
“Terry joined First Baptist Church on May 28, 1972. For the last 50 years, he has been a fixture in our worship services, in our Sunday School classes, in our volunteer base and – most recently – in our group of honorees commemorating 50 years of marriage. The last time Terry came to church was for our Golden Marriage banquet near Valentine’s Day. The joy on both Terry and June’s face that night stands out in my mind. Shane and Justin came too in order to help Terry navigate getting around – he was already growing weaker – so it was even more special to share that night together.
Terry loved Jesus most of all. On Thursday when he decided he wanted no more treatments or tests, I visited with him. I said, “I’m sorry Terry.” He looked at me and said, “Don’t be. I’m going home.” And for the pain and suffering of the last three months, such a thought was surely a welcome one. Since that night in February, we’ve watched as Terry has slipped further and further in his health. Not that it dampened his spirit. On April 11, he was taken to the Emergency Room. I came as soon as I learned of it. When I walked in, he was obviously in pain. I happened to be wearing a polo shirt reflecting my allegiance to Dallas Baptist University. He took one look at me and said, “They play some baseball there!” I laughed and said yes, but not today. Instead, I noted I was going to the RockHounds home opener. Nothing to get excited about, I said, it’s just Corpus Christi. He perked up, looked at me and said, “That’s the Astros farm club! That’s exciting!” Silly me – I forgot how deep that passion ran for Terry, even when he was sick.
While some might critique Terry for being too opinionated, let’s rejoice that he never left you wondering what he thought or where you stood. His strong and creative mind served him, his family and us well. We’re a better place for having walked with Terry. Now that Terry is home, he’s got that answer about baseball in Heaven. And now that’s he’s home, this loving, gracious, Christ-centered husband, father and grandfather, isn’t sick anymore. Praise the Lord for a life well lived.”
- Darin Wood, First Baptist Church senior pastor
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FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. — Sea turtle season is upon Southwest Florida beaches, now turtle advocates are trying to dial down the lights before one of the sea turtles gets lost.
Cindy Johnson volunteers with the organization, Turtle Time. She says white lights and other lights with certain frequencies confuse the turtles as they try making their way from the beach to the sea.
“It may inhibit nesting turtles from coming up if there’s too much light,” said Johnson. “They all go the wrong way, they go toward Estero boulevard, not toward the beach.”
On Monday, a group of people was caught on camera shining multiple flashlights on the beach after dark. Johnson says most people aren’t aware of the rules, making it difficult for the town to enforce every violation.
“It’s just a very difficult thing to manage the light on the beach at night and the turtles,” said Johnson.
Cindy says the bigger issue is commercial and beachfront properties keeping the inside of their buildings fully illuminated causing light to be shed on the beach and disorienting the turtles.
“Condos, hotels, residential properties should be in compliance by May 1st,” she said.
Also on Monday, the Town Council on Fort Myers Beach voted to do away with a rule that would force beachfront properties to install a “15 tint” on their windows to inhibit the light from bleeding out.
“We adopted the 15 tint because we know that’s what the FWC recommends,” said Johnson.
While some say that defeats the purpose of the dinner with a view, Johnson says some beachfront properties have complied. She hopes more continue following suit.
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A defense lawyer urged jurors Tuesday to reject a prosecutor’s claims that his client is a terrorist who photographed U.S. landmarks as potential targets, saying the government didn’t prove anything during a two-week trial.
Attorney Marlon Kirton said his client, Alexei Saab, is a victim of “a clear case of government overreach.”
He spoke during closing arguments after Assistant U.S. Attorney Jason Richman repeatedly labeled Saab a terrorist, saying he came to the U.S. to scope out potential targets for Hezbollah’s Islamic Jihad Organization from 2000 to 2005 even as he lived a double life, working as a software engineer for technology companies.
Among the potential targets researched by Saab were Rockefeller Center, Grand Central Terminal, all three New York area airports, the Brooklyn, Triborough and George Washington bridges and the Lincoln and Holland tunnels connecting New Jersey to Manhattan.
And Richman noted one more target in his argument to convict in Manhattan federal court.
“He sits here in a courtroom inside a courthouse he once photographed for Hezbollah,” the prosecutor said.
The one-time Morristown, New Jersey, resident pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges after his 2019 arrest, as authorities disclosed that he had been interviewed by FBI agents during 11 sessions over several weeks.
Kirton maintained that Saab was never read his rights as he spoke of events in a manner that produced “un-credible, crazy, unsubstantiated information” that became a large part of the case against him.
The lawyer highlighted a marriage-fraud charge against Saab, saying the government insisted that jurors believe Saab lied repeatedly to immigration authorities but then believe everything he said when he spoke to FBI agents.
“That same liar is now telling the truth?” Kirton asked.
He also urged jurors to consider that Hezbollah has never carried out an attack in the United States even though prosecutors said Saab was placed here as a “sleeper cell” to prepare for an attack if one became necessary.
The lawyer said his client was hardly hiding himself when he was sending emails to others about how to build a bomb.
“They didn't prove anything,” he said.
Prosecutors say Saab joined Hezbollah in 1996 and once tried to kill a man he later understood to be a suspected Israeli spy by pointing a weapon at the individual at close range, but the firearm jammed.
Charges carrying potential penalties exceeding 100 years in prison include providing material support to a foreign terrorist organization, conspiracy, receiving military-type training from a foreign terrorist organization, unlawful procurement of citizenship to facilitate international terrorism and citizenship application fraud.
After closing arguments concluded, Judge Paul G. Gardephe read legal instructions to jurors and told them to return Wednesday morning to begin deliberations.
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Deltona finalizes recipe regulating when, where and how food trucks may do business
DELTONA — The City Commission on Monday night finalized its ordinance regulating food truck operations, but the recipe left some with a bad taste in their mouths.
Longtime resident Dean Wallis, whose wife operates Sweet & Salao' by Chef Carmen, said food trucks offer something the city's fast-food restaurants cannot.
"They offer a unique meal to us, a unique service," Wallis said. "Please support us and let us do what we can to support our communities and our families."
The commission voted 4-1 in favor of the ordinance with Commissioner David Sosa dissenting. At the time of the vote, Mayor Heidi Herzberg was away from the dais and by the side of Commissioner Dana McCool who'd experienced a medical issue.
City officials began working on an ordinance pertaining to food truck operations due to safety concerns and scant existing guidelines.
Local municipalities may set their own rules and regulations regarding the operation of mobile food-dispensing vehicles, but in 2020 the state Legislature preempted municipalities from banning food trucks or requiring additional licensing or a business tax receipt.
The state defines mobile food-dispensing vehicles as "any vehicle that is a public food service establishment and that is self-propelled or otherwise movable from place to place and includes self-contained utilities, including, but not limited to, gas, water, electricity or liquid waste disposal."
The city spent about seven months working on an ordinance pertaining to mobile food vendors; the ordinance is unchanged from what the commission approved 6-1, with Sosa dissenting, on March 21.
Meals on wheels:Deltona develops recipe regulating when, where, how food trucks may operate
The ordinance calls for:
- Basing the number of food trucks allowed per site on available parking, not acreage
- Requiring food truck owners obtain notarized letter from property owner giving them permission to be there
- Fines of $200 per infraction/day (reduced from $500) to the property owner if city code is violated
- Permitting food trucks to operate on actively used and commercially zoned properties, business planned unit developments and industrial planned unit developments (unless explicitly prohibited in the development agreement)
- Two paved parking spots for on-site seating, which must be clearly demarcated or cordoned off
- Operating hours from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sosa and some residents who spoke during the first reading expressed concerns about food truck owners' ability to get a notarized letter of permission, especially when major corporations are involved.
Mobile food vendors must give the city a copy of their mobile food-dispensing vehicle license from the state Department of Business and Professional Regulation and a fire safety inspection report, which must be done every six months.
Acting City Manager John Peters III explained during the March 21 meeting that if a code compliance issue arises, the city would have to action against the underlying property owner.
Some food trucks reportedly were setting up on vacant properties and posting flags and signage in the right of way while others were creating potentially dangerous traffic situations due to their locations, Peters said.
Daytona Beach, DeLand, Orange City and Ormond Beach also require proof of authorization from the property owner.
Businesses with more than 100 full-time employees per eight-hour shift may have multiple trucks on site.
Parking standards require that food trucks:
- Be on a paved surface
- Are not located within the right of way, drive aisle, driveway throat or cross access area associated with any parking facility or obstruct any site triangle
- Must have adequate on-site parking
- Don't occupy or impact access to handicapped parking spots
- Limit advertising to vehicle or trailer engaged in business
- Make available for download a scaled aerial photo of site online
Ron Paradise, community development director, said staff can factor in how hours of operation impact available parking, such as with houses of worship.
While all food trucks must have their state license and fire safety inspection report, those operating under a special event permit are exempt from limits on the hours of operation and how many trucks are allowed on site.
On Fridays, food trucks are invited to Wes Crile Park to set up shop.
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With more work ahead, NSB approves start of traffic calming project on Riverside Drive
NEW SMYRNA BEACH — With so much growth and development over the past few years in southeast Volusia County, traffic concerns are bound to come up.
At least that's the case in New Smyrna Beach.
The city’s latest challenge is with a segment of Riverside Drive — one of its busiest streets.
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In a meeting on April 12, the City Commission approved at least a part of a traffic-calming project that the segment’s adjoining neighborhood hopes will start to improve the situation.
Richard A. Howard Jr., a Riverside Drive resident, said at the meeting that the street was “quiet” when he first bought his home in 2013.
“We saw more joggers, dog walkers and bikers than cars and trucks; some time last year all that changed,” Howard said. “Now we have more cars and trucks on Riverside Drive than on I-95.”
The increase in traffic volume on Riverside, both residents and city commissioners acknowledged at the meeting, is largely connected with the traffic-calming measures adopted in 2019 for Magnolia Street, which runs parallel to Riverside.
Both streets intersect with State Road 44 before the South Causeway bridge and used to balance the heavy traffic coming off that road. Now, not only is there more traffic, but residents also said speeding is out of control.
Some of these residents voiced their opinions at the April 12 meeting.
“When the speed cushions were installed on Magnolia (Street), it took the whole problem on Magnolia and moved it to Riverside Drive,” said Riverside Drive resident Kathy Jo Douglass. “Heavy (traffic) volume and vehicles speeding now occur daily. It is certainly a danger to all who walk, jog and bike on our street.”
She said that several of her neighbors have reported almost being hit by speeding cars as they try to cross Riverside.
Other residents said they have had close encounters with cars going as fast as 50 mph while crossing the road or simply standing on their lawns – Riverside Drive’s speed limit is 25 mph.
Douglass added that the measures outlined in phase one of the project are “a start, but not enough to change the dangerous traffic situation.”
She also mentioned that the city engineer’s study from last year found that Riverside sees between 3,000 and 4,000 vehicles a day in the two-lane roadway.
Howard said he thinks that the calming measures on Magnolia are responsible for the increased traffic on his street. He said he doesn’t believe the proposed additional stop signs will be of much help.
“You, the council, decided that you should take all the traffic (coming from) A1A off Magnolia and put it on Riverside,” he said. “You, as a governmental organization, have solved one problem and created another one. We, who live on (Riverside) are asking for your help.”
Second phase will be determined by feedback
The recently approved measures are part of the project’s first phase.
On Jan. 26, city staff met with residents at the Brannon Center to discuss the best course of action for the project. A ballot issued by the city to area residents before the meeting showed 75% wanted some type of traffic-calming on Riverside Drive.
With that in mind, staff decided on a two-phased approach, with the first phase being implemented immediately and the follow-up improvements being installed if needed at a later date.
To begin the attempt to ease the speeding, commissioners approved the installation of an all-way stop at both the Fifth Street and Andrews Street intersections, as well as additional speed limit signs along Riverside Drive.
According to a city staff document, the Fifth Street intersection being a "plus,” four-way stop configuration “gives the east/west traffic being the minor roadway ample opportunity to access Riverside Drive or continue in a through movement.”
The Andrews Street all-way stop, however, “is slightly more involved with traffic control as there is a dedicated left turn lane for northbound motorists turning left at this intersection,” the document added.
With these measures approved, the next step will be to hear further feedback from Riverside Drive residents and decide whether more improvements are necessary. Some of these, city staff anticipates, could be “either additional stop signs at Third Street and/or a speed table centered between Andrews Street and Fifth Street based on the outcome of the initial improvements."
The second phase designs will have to come back for City Commission approval if city staff, based on more resident feedback, finds additional improvements are necessary to Riverside Drive.
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Voters approve permanent improvement levy for Alliance City Schools
ALLIANCE – Voters on Tuesday OK'd a permanent improvement levy for Alliance City Schools.
Out of a total of 2,181 votes, 1,136 (52%) decided in favor of the issue and 1,045 (48%) voted against it, according to unofficial election results from Stark, Mahoning and Columbiana counties.
The 2.7-mill levy will generate approximately $842,000 for the district annually. The money will used for repairs to the district's school buildings.
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The issue will cost homeowners $7.88 per month per $100,000 of evaluation, but it will not amount to a boost in taxes.
Superintendent Rob Gress said this year Alliance City Schools will finish paying off bonds from 1999 that funded the construction of several new school buildings, as well as renovations at Parkway and the Early Learning School.
The cost of the levy will be the same amount that residents have paid annually over the last 23 years for the bonds.
Gress said the buildings are in good condition, but as they get older, they will need various repairs. The funds generated by the levy will help with costs such as roof, floor, fence, door and HVAC system maintenance.
Voters in the Alliance City School District approved a separate 2-mill levy for building maintenance in November.
Reach Paige at 330-580-8577 or pmbennett@gannett.com, or on Twitter at @paigembenn.
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