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Massage therapist arrested on multiple sexual assault charges by Gilbert police
Gilbert police arrested 45-year-old Raul Perez Ochoa on Tuesday after three women said he sexually assaulted them.
Police received a report on Feb. 22, 2023, from a woman saying she had been assaulted by her massage therapist named Raul, later found to be Ochoa, during her appointment at the El Bella Day Spa in Gilbert, according to court documents.
Investigators followed up with the woman, who said that during the course of the massage, Ochoa had touched her inappropriately multiple times, including pulling her underwear down, as well as contorting her and removing the draping that "would have exposed her if she weren't wearing underwear," court documents state.
Detectives began combing through licensed massage therapists in Arizona named Raul and eventually found Ochoa and confirmed his identity with the victim.
As the investigation continued, Gilbert police found a similar report taken by Queen Creek police. Another woman had said she was sexually assaulted by a massage therapist named Raul in October 2022 at the Hand & Stone Day Spa.
In this incident, Queen Creek police had responded and were told by the manager of the spa that the woman had canceled her membership, stating she had been sexually assaulted, court documents state.
The woman told Queen Creek detectives that she had previously received a massage from Ochoa two different times at the Hand & Stone Spa, but nothing inappropriate had occurred until the third appointment, where she said that Ochoa moved under the sheets and performed nonconsensual sexual acts, including grabbing her crotch and oral sex, on her for several minutes, court documents state.
The victim additionally told detectives that the incident has traumatized her to the point of having nightmares about it.
As the investigation continued, on May 13, 2023, Gilbert police received yet another report from a different woman saying she had been sexually assaulted at the El Bella Day Spa.
This too had been the victim's third appointment with Ochoa, court documents state.
However, the woman told investigators that Ochoa had entered the massage room after she had gotten undressed, proceeded to lock the door and pulled the draping down to expose her.
Court documents state that Ochoa engaged in a number of nonconsensual acts with the third victim, who said she believed she was going to be raped.
On May 30, after it took three separate women to report their abuse, Gilbert police arrested Ochoa as he arrived to work at the El Bella Day Spa just before 9 a.m.
Once in custody, Ochoa declined to participate in an interview, court documents state.
Ochoa was ultimately booked into jail and faces multiple charges including four total counts of sexual abuse, one count of kidnapping, one count of assault and one count of sexual assault. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/gilbert-breaking/2023/06/02/gilbert-police-arrest-massage-therapist-multiple-sexual-assault-charges/70282805007/ | 2023-06-02T22:52:07 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/gilbert-breaking/2023/06/02/gilbert-police-arrest-massage-therapist-multiple-sexual-assault-charges/70282805007/ |
Man who killed Maricopa County jail guard sentenced to 33 years in prison
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge sentenced the man who killed a county jail guard to 33 years in prison.
After an eight-day trial, on May 1 a jury found Daniel Davitt, 63, guilty of the manslaughter of Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Detention Officer Gene Lee and not guilty of second-degree murder.
It marked the first known Maricopa County Sheriff's Office on-duty detention officer death.
On Oct. 29, 2019, Davitt awaited sentencing in Lower Buckeye Jail after being convicted of five counts of molestation. That day he had been trying to get a complaint letter about Lee into the hands of one of the staff.
Davitt saw the staff member handing his complaint letter to Lee, and he walked over to them to argue. Davitt grabbed Lee by the neck, tossed him over his leg, and drove him to the ground, the jury agreed.
Lee died from his injuries later.
The defense argued that there had been a history of complaints and problems between Lee and Davitt and other inmates, as they reminded the court during sentencing on Friday.
Lee's supervisor, Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Russ Skinner, asked for the maximum aggravated sentence, as more than two dozen corrections officers in uniform watched from the gallery. Lee’s wife and son stood out in the sea of brown and tan.
Skinner told the court how hard Lee’s death had been on the department, personally and logistically. He said many officers were still grappling with the death, especially after having to return to the scene of the crime every day. Others have left the job.
Skinner asked the judge to consider that this murder made it harder for the department to recruit new detention officers.
He said staffing had been an issue at the department, and Davitt’s actions deepened those problems, alluding to the officers who left and those who would be turned off from applying for the job.
Lee’s wife, Linda Lee, also spoke of her husband. She described him as a caring father and husband. Lee had started working at the Sheriff’s Office when he was 59. He was 64 when he was killed.
She said that the night before the attack, they went out to dinner and celebrated 27 years of marriage. Now she doesn’t know what to do with her quite lonely days.
She asked the judge to hand Davitt the maximum sentence.
Davitt, who sat handcuffed in a brown jail uniform, did not speak, but his attorney, Eric Crocker, did.
Crocker argued that the judge handed down a sentence closer to 15 years and that the case didn’t meet the criteria for aggravated sentencing.
For someone like Davitt, who had been convicted of multiple felonies, manslaughter typically carries a range of 10 to 28 years of prison time. Still, it can go up to 35 years if severe factors apply. Some are outlined by the law, like the suffering of the victim’s family or the defendant having any felony conviction within the last 10 years.
In this case, the state argued that the judge should apply an aggravated sentence because of the impact on the family, because of his priors, and because it was a senseless manslaughter.
The defense argued that the murder was not senseless.
Crocker told the judge that complaints against Lee by multiple people in custody showed why Lee reacted the way he did that day.
But the Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Roy Whitehead didn’t see it that way.
He did consider the murder senseless and found that the pain and troubles the murder caused outweighed any remorse Davitt showed.
He sentenced Davitt to the aggravated sentence of 33 years. At his age, Davitt is unlikely to outlive his sentence.
Crocker explained that they would be filing an appeal.
The judge also ordered this sentence to start after whatever sentencing he gets for the molestation convictions.
Davitt’s sentencing in the molestation case has been scheduled for Nov. 18. He faces a possible life sentence. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2023/06/02/man-who-killed-maricopa-county-jail-guard-sentenced-33-year-prison-sentence/70275294007/ | 2023-06-02T22:52:19 | 0 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2023/06/02/man-who-killed-maricopa-county-jail-guard-sentenced-33-year-prison-sentence/70275294007/ |
Buckeye police arrest man after 5-year-old girl's arm fractured
Buckeye police arrested a man Tuesday on child abuse charges after the child's mother brought her to the hospital with a fractured arm.
Geterri Burton, 29, was arrested after authorities investigated a case involving injuries a 5-year-old girl sustained.
Police began investigating the case on May 30, after the victim, a 5-year-old girl, had been brought to the hospital with injuries "inconsistent with what was disclosed by the adult parties," according to court documents.
When the girl was discharged from the hospital, she was diagnosed to have had healing injuries as well as a new fracture to her left arm.
Court documents state that investigators spoke with the mother at their home, where she told police she was absent from when the child was injured.
Instead, she had received a phone call from Burton, who told her that he had grabbed the 5-year-old off the bed by both of her arms, and hit her in the arms twice.
Buckeye police would not disclose the details of the relationship between Burton and the child.
The mother told investigators that when she got home, she noticed that her daughter's arm "looked dislocated," adding that Burton "does not know his own strength."
Burton corroborated the story he had told the child's mother, adding that the victim, along with her brother, had been playing in their room when he tried to tell them to stop, according to court documents.
Court documents state that Burton told investigators he could hear the child crying while in the living room for "at least 20 minutes" after grabbing and hitting her. Burton said he went to check on her and noted that her shoulder/arm looked out of place.
Burton said he tried to put ice on it and proceeded to call the girl's mother, according to court documents. Burton later admitted during the interview that the force used on the child "did not make sense for the children playing" and that he was not trying to hit her that hard.
Court documents state that the Department of Child Services also spoke with the child, and she repeatedly told them that she had no idea why Burton kept hurting her.
Burton was later booked into jail on one count of child abuse. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/southwest-valley/2023/06/02/buckeye-arrest-man-5-year-olds-arm-broken/70282644007/ | 2023-06-02T22:52:25 | 0 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/southwest-valley/2023/06/02/buckeye-arrest-man-5-year-olds-arm-broken/70282644007/ |
What does that bicycle symbol on some streets in Wichita Falls mean?
Roll into this story to get an answer and find out about bike-related developments coming to city roads.
So, what exactly do those decals of a bicycle on some Wichita Falls streets mean?
The emblems have been there for a while, but some motorists say they’re still confused by them.
City Transportation Director John Burrus said the white outline of a bicycle denotes shared lanes — as in a road shared by both vehicle drivers and bicycle riders.
“It’s to let drivers know they share the road with bicycles,” Burrus said.
He noted that Wichita Falls had a high number of accidents and two fatalities involving bicycles over the past year.
The emblems do not mean that motorists can’t drive in the marked lanes. They’re just there to make drivers aware that Wichita Falls is a “Bicycle Friendly” community, as recognized by the League of American Bicyclists.
Drivers will find about 18 miles of the shared lanes along the length of Midwestern Parkway/Call Field Road from U.S. Highway 281 to Fairway Boulevard and the length of Fairway from Seymour Highway to Lake Wichita.
The city has also embarked on creating some dedicated bicycle lanes. Read that – “No cars.” These will be where the roadway has enough room to create bike-only lanes.
Burrus said the city will bid the work for those streets in the next couple of weeks. The streets that will have the dedicated bicycle-only lanes are:
- Old Seymour Road from Avenue K to McNiel Avenue
- Ninth Street from Brook Avenue to Kemp Boulevard
- Stonelake Drive from Bartley Drive to Rathegeber Road
The city already has a couple of streets with dedicated bike lanes. Those are City View Drive between Iowa Park Road and U.S. Highway 287 and parts of Martin Luther King Boulevard.
How can you tell a shared lane from a dedicated bike lane? The dedicated lanes will be separated from vehicle traffic by a solid white line. The shared lanes are not. The dedicated lanes will also have signage.
Burrus said more streets will probably be added in the future to those with dedicated bicycle lanes.
Funding for creating the shared and the dedicated lanes comes from the city's Type B Sales Tax Corporation, which fosters economic development by funding public improvements.
Wichita Falls has become increasingly recognized as a bicycle community since the inception of the nationally known Hotter ‘N Hell Hundred bicycle race in 1982.
The paved Circle Trail that encompasses most of the city was constructed to accommodate cyclists as well as people on foot. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/about-the-bicycle-symbols-in-wichita-falls-coming-bike-related-developments-for-roadways/70274571007/ | 2023-06-02T22:52:44 | 1 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/about-the-bicycle-symbols-in-wichita-falls-coming-bike-related-developments-for-roadways/70274571007/ |
Blackberry Day at Farmers Market on Austin Street
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The Wichita Falls Farmers Market Association will host Blackberry Day beginning 7:30 a.m. Saturday at 807 Austin St. in downtown Wichita Falls.
Free cobbler samples will be served 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. or until all samples are served.
Other offerings at the market will include blackberry lemonade, butter, pops, pies, shaved ice, waffles and drinks.
There will also be a painting-with-blackberries kids station. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/blackberry-day-at-farmers-market-on-austin-street/70280772007/ | 2023-06-02T22:52:50 | 1 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/blackberry-day-at-farmers-market-on-austin-street/70280772007/ |
City plans Fourth in the Falls event
The city of Wichita Falls will host the Fourth in the Falls Freedom Fest beginning at 5 p.m. July 4 on the MPEC grounds at 1000 Fifth St.
Gary P. Nunn, a country music artist, will be the headliner for this year’s free concert, according to a press release from the city. Malford Milligan, a soul, blues and gospel singer, will also perform.
The 80th Flying Training Wing from Sheppard Air Force Base will conduct a flyover during the National Anthem, and Sheppard will also have a tent for an Explosive Ordnance Disposal demonstration and children's activities.
Fireworks will begin at 9:15 p.m.
The public is encouraged to bring camping and lawn chairs and blankets to sit on, but coolers, outside food and beverages, tents, personal fireworks and animals — with the exception of service animals — are forbidden. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/city-plans-fourth-in-the-falls-event/70280683007/ | 2023-06-02T22:52:56 | 0 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/city-plans-fourth-in-the-falls-event/70280683007/ |
Sewer work means lane closures at Greenbriar and Southwest Parkway
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The Wichita Falls Public Works Department will perform sewer line maintenance at the intersection of Greenbriar and Southwest Parkway.
The one-day project will require the Southwest Parkway eastbound right turn lane and westbound left turn lane southbound onto Greenbriar to be closed.
Work will begin at 10 p.m. Monday and should be completed the following morning. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/sewer-work-means-lane-closures-at-greenbriar-and-southwest-parkway/70282436007/ | 2023-06-02T22:53:02 | 0 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/sewer-work-means-lane-closures-at-greenbriar-and-southwest-parkway/70282436007/ |
Two Wichita Falls cyclists killed in wreck near Dean
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Two Wichita Falls people were killed Thursday as they rode bicycles near the Dean community.
The accident happened at 1:29 p.m. on FM 2393 near Bachmann Road southeast of Wichita Falls.
Charles Winget McBride, 63, and Lisa Kathleen McBride were riding bicycles when they were struck from behind by a pickup, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Lisa McBride was pronounced dead at the scene and Charles McBride was pronounced dead at United Regional.
A DPS official said both cyclists were wearing helmets.
The driver of the pickup was Michael David Luttrell, 50, of Wichita Falls. He was not injured.
Luttrell told first responders he did not see the cyclists before he struck them, according to the DPS. | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/two-wichita-falls-cyclists-killed-in-wreck-near-dean/70280485007/ | 2023-06-02T22:53:08 | 1 | https://www.timesrecordnews.com/story/news/local/2023/06/02/two-wichita-falls-cyclists-killed-in-wreck-near-dean/70280485007/ |
PORTLAND, Maine — Recent data from the FBI show an increase in hate crimes across the nation and here in Maine.
Nationally, hate crime incidents increased 11.6 percent from 2020 to 2021, according to FBI data. In Maine in 2021, there were 75 reported hate crimes, which is the second highest in the past decade.
"Racism is still alive and well, unfortunately, in Maine," Maine Assistant Attorney General Leanne Robbin said.
On Friday, Robbin and other community leaders took part in a forum hosted by the New England Arab American Organization, or NEAAO, to address the increase.
"We need to bring enforcement action to prevent it. We also need to partner with organization like the New England Arab American Organization to make sure that victims report these incidents," Robbin said.
In 2021, Maine also has higher rates of hate crimes than neighboring states. New Hampshire saw 34 reported hate crimes, and Vermont had 39.
"Hate crimes in Maine have tripled since 2019," Zoe Sahloul, executive director of NEAAO, said. "It is time for us to come together and recognize these trends and explore ways we can all work together to make Maine a place without hate. We can all benefit from this forum, whether we represent victims, targeted communities, law enforcement, or the justice system. Hate crime impacts state as a whole."
In addition to a panel discussion of Maine community leaders, Dr. Frank Pezzella, an associate professor with the John Jay College of Criminal Justice delivered a keynote address.
"Maine has also seen an influx of immigrants, particularly in southern Maine. And where you see this increase in diversity, you also see this spike in hate crimes. So I'm not surprised you're seeing this kind of uptick in hate crimes here in Maine," Pezzella said.
Those in attendance Friday also took part in an active bystander training.
Robbin said it's incredibly important for induvial who are victims of hate crimes to report them. She said all law enforcement agencies have a civil rights officer who is trained to screen cases and report them to the attorney general's office.
"They should contact their local law enforcement agency to ... make sure they get the protection they need to make sure the offender faces the consequences they should and to make sure that the case gets referred to us so that we can bring a civil rights enforcement action to get a permanent order against this person," Robbin said.
The FBI has not yet released hate crime statistics for 2022. | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/hate-crimes-maine-fbi-data-new-england-arab-american-organization/97-0a305550-9605-4a6c-bb84-c08beeaf8a69 | 2023-06-02T22:54:34 | 1 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/hate-crimes-maine-fbi-data-new-england-arab-american-organization/97-0a305550-9605-4a6c-bb84-c08beeaf8a69 |
RUMFORD, Maine — Portions of a paper mill in Rumford were evacuated after reports of a gas leak Friday afternoon.
The ND Paper mill located on Hartford Street lost power at approximately 2:20 p.m., according to ND Paper Director of Communications Jay Capron. The power was reportedly restored at 3:45 p.m.
Capron said there were reports of a gas leak, and portions of the Rumford mill were evacuated "as a precaution."
Emergency crews were reportedly called to and remain on the scene. No injuries were reported, Capron added.
This story will be updated as more information becomes available. | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/public-safety/portions-of-rumford-mill-evacuated-after-reports-of-gas-leak-nd-paper-maine/97-b71b2119-1e41-4d41-9c5f-6f4d7cc055cc | 2023-06-02T22:54:40 | 0 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/public-safety/portions-of-rumford-mill-evacuated-after-reports-of-gas-leak-nd-paper-maine/97-b71b2119-1e41-4d41-9c5f-6f4d7cc055cc |
SCHERERVILLE — Employees at a Nordstrom Rack store received a phone call Thursday about a possible bomb threat inside the business that was found to be not legitimate, police said Friday.
Officers were dispatched around 2 p.m. to 185 U.S. 41 to investigate the threat. Investigators requested assistance from the Lake County Sheriff's Department's K-9 officer trained in bomb detection, but found nothing that would indicate the presence of explosives, Schererville police said.
St. John Police CIT Officer Dustin Wartman is trained in mental health intervention.
The parking lot and building were temporary cleared until the building was checked by the K-9 unit and the scene was cleared. This was an isolated incident, and Nordstrom Rack is back open for business.
An investigation into who made the threat is ongoing. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and the Lake County Sheriff's Department are assisting.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Aaron Doeing Jr.
Age : 18
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304714
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD - OBTAINING PROPERTY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Adam Hollingsworth
Age : 36
Residence: Ford Heights, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304719
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Anastasia Clark
Age : 23
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304826
Arrest Date: May 22, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Anthony Peters
Age : 36
Residence: Chicago Heights, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304722
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cameron Mills
Age : 29
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304752
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Candice Makiling
Age : 32
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304770
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Candice Shaw
Age : 40
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304771
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Winfield Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Charles Ward
Age : 31
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304815
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Colton Wilkey
Age : 26
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304825
Arrest Date: May 22, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Damien Kent
Age : 35
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304794
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Daniel Gianoli
Age : 46
Residence: Lansing, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304788
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lowell Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Daniel Velasquez
Age : 27
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304749
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT OF A FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felony
David McGuire Jr.
Age : 42
Residence: Riverdale, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304746
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT - (NIBRS FRAUD OFFENSE)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dessiree Reese
Age : 39
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304791
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lowell Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Devante Ricks
Age : 30
Residence: South Holland, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304709
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Devion Perry
Age : 25
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304801
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Griffith Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Devonte House
Age : 28
Residence: Dolton, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304720
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: RESISTING - INTERFERING WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT DEF. USES A VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dimitri Person
Age : 30
Residence: Villa Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304748
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: POSSESSION - FIREARM - BY A SERIOUS VIOLENT FELON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Eddie Turnage
Age : 59
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304803
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: New Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Edgar Hernandez Rodriguez
Age : 36
Residence: Lansing, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304808
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Munster Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Emmanuel Rivera
Age : 41
Residence: Beloit, WI
Booking Number(s): 2304798
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: OWi
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Eric Rangel Jr.
Age : 27
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304747
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Fernando Mancillas Munoz
Age : 34
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304797
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: HPDB
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Freddie Forsythe
Age : 49
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304779
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake Station Police Department
Offense Description: SEX CRIME - POSSESS CHILD PORNOGRAPHY (b) ENHANCEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Glen Johnson II
Age : 33
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304688
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Henry Jones Jr.
Age : 58
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304760
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: OPERATING A VEHICLE AFTER DRIVING PRIVILEGES ARE SUSPENDED
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jaime Najera
Age : 49
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304793
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
James Webb
Age : 52
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304751
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jelani Pruitt
Age : 27
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304789
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jennifer Mischka
Age : 38
Residence: Lansing, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304713
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Dyer Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jermaine Wade Sr.
Age : 51
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304696
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jerome Cannon
Age : 37
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304697
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jesus Barajas
Age : 30
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304727
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Munster Police Department
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Joshua Chism
Age : 28
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304783
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Crown Point Police Department
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kenneth Jones
Age : 44
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304700
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Kirk Wright
Age : 37
Residence: Rockford, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304818
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Other
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kurt McCammon Jr.
Age : 35
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304795
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Cedar Lake Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kymari Cheeks
Age : 24
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304733
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Lisette Corral
Age : 41
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304690
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD - FORGERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Louie Campbell
Age : 44
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304816
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Munster Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - USING A DEADLY WEAPON; BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Michael Hill
Age : 34
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304809
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael-Anthony Kruse
Age : 30
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304732
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Milan Tanasijevich
Age : 39
Residence: Schereville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304726
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schereville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Monique Bradford
Age : 53
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304698
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Montel Smith
Age : 29
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304753
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Muhammad Najeeullah
Age : 51
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304792
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Dyer Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Nadarangua Jackson-Carson
Age : 19
Residence: Chicago Heights, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304687
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Naja Wilder
Age : 22
Residence: Blue Island, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304744
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/PERMANENT INJURY OR DISFIGUREMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Novae Gatewood
Age : 53
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304693
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Paris Finney
Age : 35
Residence: Hebron, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304694
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: LACC
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Quintin Transou Jr.
Age : 37
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304721
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Raymond Colburn
Age : 53
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304790
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Crown Point Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Rene Rodriguez
Age : 51
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304814
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Robert Jones
Age : 54
Residence: Weeki Wachee, FL
Booking Number(s): 2304768
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Cedar Lake Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Robert Kirk
Age : 61
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304811
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Highland Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Robert Ramos
Age : 67
Residence: St. John, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304740
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ronald Myers
Age : 57
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304804
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - POCKET-PICKING - $750 TO $50,000
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Semaj Reynolds
Age : 26
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304780
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Theron Harris Jr.
Age : 21
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304724
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake Station Police Department
Offense Description: RESISTING - INTERFERING WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT DEF. USES A VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Travis Walker
Age : 38
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304743
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Trina Weaver
Age : 39
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304728
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Victor Sanchez
Age : 22
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304766
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: WEAPON - POSSESSION - DESTRUCTIVE DEVICE (EXPLOSIVES) - UNLAWFUL POSSESSION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vincent Michalik
Age : 20
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304817
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD - BY ADULT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
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Cannabis businesses in Artesia wait for Eddy County approval before opening
Sales of medical and recreational cannabis in northern Eddy County could grow in the coming months if the Eddy County Board of County Commissioners approves three variances for cannabis establishments.
Commissioners will hold three public hearings in June at the commission chambers in Carlsbad to hear variance requests from businesses who propose to open north of the Artesia city limits in unincorporated areas that fall within the jurisdictions of Eddy County.
All three businesses are close to residential areas in the Artesia area meaning variances are needed.
Artesia has one cannabis retailer in the city limits. Pecos Valley Production based in Roswell opened the location in September of last year at the former Chaos Café on First Street.
More:Cannabis regulations for unincorporated areas of Eddy County passes County Commission
According to the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department’s (NMRLD) Cannabis Reporting Online Portal (CROP, Artesia reported $1.4 million in medical and recreational cannabis sales in April of 2023.
Who are the three businesses?
An Eddy County Commission document indicated New Mexico Organics-Ultra Health, Cave City Cannabis Company LLP and Brownsen Knowingham LLC applied for the variances.
Ultra-Health’s website indicated its new cannabis shop would be located at 1701 North First and was “coming soon.”
Cave City’s Cannabis location is 1711 North First, read the commission document.
Brownsen Knowingham plans to place a cannabis microbusiness production facility at 7425 North U.S. Highway 285. The company received approval from New Mexico’s Cannabis Control Division (CCD) for the microbusiness in August 2022, according to the agency’s website.
“The three locations that are being heard for variance requests are not the only locations in the County,” said Steve McCroskey, Eddy County’s Community Services interim director.
He said there are other locations on the CCD website.
More:Eddy County Commissioner Carlson calls for public input on cannabis ordinance
“There is only one additional location that has made an application and/or been approved by Eddy County,” McCroskey said.
“There are locations that have not made applications to Eddy County but have received approval from the CCD,” he added.
A closer look at Eddy County's cannabis ordinance
Commissioners passed a cannabis control measure in November 2021, nearly eight months after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed the Cannabis Control Act passed by the New Mexico Legislature.
Recreational cannabis sales in New Mexico started April 1, 2022.
Eddy County’s ordinance regulates cannabis use and sales in unincorporated areas outside of the Carlsbad and Artesia city limits and the village limits of Hope and Loving.
McCroskey said cannabis establishments are required to be 300 feet away from residences, churches, libraries, cultural and community centers, public parks or government facilities.
“The State (of New Mexico) additionally requires 300 feet separation from schools or daycare centers,” he said.
Eddy County’s ordinance restricts hours of operation for consumption and retailers.
McCroskey said cannabis establishments need a county business license and a cannabis establishment permit before they can open to the public.
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Calvin Hudson, 51, of Lake Station, died of injuries related to a crash May 25 on Grand Boulevard in Lake Station.
CHICAGO — A 51-year-old man died Thursday from injuries he sustained in a crash last week in Lake Station, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner.
The death of Calvin Hudson, of Lake Station, was ruled an accident due to complications from the injuries he sustained in the crash May 25.
St. John Police CIT Officer Dustin Wartman is trained in mental health intervention.
A Lake Station officer in his patrol car was following a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed south on Grand Boulevard and lost sight of the vehicle. The officer got out of his patrol car and checked the area when he was flagged down by a resident who said a vehicle had sailed over a railing along a bridge and was in flames, Lake Station police said. It is unclear how the vehicle went over the bridge.
Sgt. James Lamprecht and resident Kevin Gaskin noted a dark colored SUV with fire coming from the engine compartment. Lamprecht grabbed a fire extinguisher and the two meandered down a steep embankment to the vehicle. Hudson was slumped over the wheel, Lake Station police said. They removed Hudson from the vehicle and brought him to street level where medics arrived and began treatment. He was flown to a Chicago area hospital. Lamprecht injured his knee during the incident.
Police touted the efforts of Lamprecht and Gaskin who mobilized quickly to help Hudson.
The crash is under investigation.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Aaron Doeing Jr.
Age : 18
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304714
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD - OBTAINING PROPERTY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Adam Hollingsworth
Age : 36
Residence: Ford Heights, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304719
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Anastasia Clark
Age : 23
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304826
Arrest Date: May 22, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Anthony Peters
Age : 36
Residence: Chicago Heights, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304722
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cameron Mills
Age : 29
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304752
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Candice Makiling
Age : 32
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304770
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Candice Shaw
Age : 40
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304771
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Winfield Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Charles Ward
Age : 31
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304815
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Colton Wilkey
Age : 26
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304825
Arrest Date: May 22, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Damien Kent
Age : 35
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304794
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Daniel Gianoli
Age : 46
Residence: Lansing, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304788
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lowell Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Daniel Velasquez
Age : 27
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304749
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT OF A FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felony
David McGuire Jr.
Age : 42
Residence: Riverdale, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304746
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT - (NIBRS FRAUD OFFENSE)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dessiree Reese
Age : 39
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304791
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lowell Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Devante Ricks
Age : 30
Residence: South Holland, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304709
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Devion Perry
Age : 25
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304801
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Griffith Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Devonte House
Age : 28
Residence: Dolton, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304720
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: RESISTING - INTERFERING WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT DEF. USES A VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dimitri Person
Age : 30
Residence: Villa Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304748
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: POSSESSION - FIREARM - BY A SERIOUS VIOLENT FELON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Eddie Turnage
Age : 59
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304803
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: New Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Edgar Hernandez Rodriguez
Age : 36
Residence: Lansing, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304808
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Munster Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Emmanuel Rivera
Age : 41
Residence: Beloit, WI
Booking Number(s): 2304798
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: OWi
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Eric Rangel Jr.
Age : 27
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304747
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Fernando Mancillas Munoz
Age : 34
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304797
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: HPDB
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Freddie Forsythe
Age : 49
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304779
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake Station Police Department
Offense Description: SEX CRIME - POSSESS CHILD PORNOGRAPHY (b) ENHANCEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Glen Johnson II
Age : 33
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304688
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Henry Jones Jr.
Age : 58
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304760
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: OPERATING A VEHICLE AFTER DRIVING PRIVILEGES ARE SUSPENDED
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jaime Najera
Age : 49
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304793
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schererville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
James Webb
Age : 52
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304751
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jelani Pruitt
Age : 27
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304789
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jennifer Mischka
Age : 38
Residence: Lansing, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304713
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Dyer Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jermaine Wade Sr.
Age : 51
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304696
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jerome Cannon
Age : 37
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304697
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jesus Barajas
Age : 30
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304727
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Munster Police Department
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Joshua Chism
Age : 28
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304783
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Crown Point Police Department
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kenneth Jones
Age : 44
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304700
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Kirk Wright
Age : 37
Residence: Rockford, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304818
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Other
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kurt McCammon Jr.
Age : 35
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304795
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Cedar Lake Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kymari Cheeks
Age : 24
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304733
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Indiana State Police
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Lisette Corral
Age : 41
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304690
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: FRAUD - FORGERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Louie Campbell
Age : 44
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304816
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Munster Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - USING A DEADLY WEAPON; BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST LAW ENFORCEMENT OR PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICIAL; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Michael Hill
Age : 34
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304809
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael-Anthony Kruse
Age : 30
Residence: Lowell, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304732
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Milan Tanasijevich
Age : 39
Residence: Schereville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304726
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Schereville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Monique Bradford
Age : 53
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304698
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: East Chicago Police Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Montel Smith
Age : 29
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304753
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Muhammad Najeeullah
Age : 51
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304792
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Dyer Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Nadarangua Jackson-Carson
Age : 19
Residence: Chicago Heights, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304687
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Naja Wilder
Age : 22
Residence: Blue Island, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304744
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/PERMANENT INJURY OR DISFIGUREMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Novae Gatewood
Age : 53
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304693
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Paris Finney
Age : 35
Residence: Hebron, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304694
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: LACC
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Quintin Transou Jr.
Age : 37
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304721
Arrest Date: May 18, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Raymond Colburn
Age : 53
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304790
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Crown Point Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Rene Rodriguez
Age : 51
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304814
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Robert Jones
Age : 54
Residence: Weeki Wachee, FL
Booking Number(s): 2304768
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Cedar Lake Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Robert Kirk
Age : 61
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304811
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Highland Police Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Robert Ramos
Age : 67
Residence: St. John, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304740
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ronald Myers
Age : 57
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304804
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: THEFT - PROPERTY - POCKET-PICKING - $750 TO $50,000
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Semaj Reynolds
Age : 26
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304780
Arrest Date: May 20, 2023
Arresting Agency: Gary Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Theron Harris Jr.
Age : 21
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304724
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake Station Police Department
Offense Description: RESISTING - INTERFERING WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT DEF. USES A VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Travis Walker
Age : 38
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2304743
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Lake County Sheriff's Department
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Trina Weaver
Age : 39
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304728
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Victor Sanchez
Age : 22
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304766
Arrest Date: May 19, 2023
Arresting Agency: Hammond Police Department
Offense Description: WEAPON - POSSESSION - DESTRUCTIVE DEVICE (EXPLOSIVES) - UNLAWFUL POSSESSION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vincent Michalik
Age : 20
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2304817
Arrest Date: May 21, 2023
Arresting Agency: Merrillville Police Department
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD - BY ADULT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
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On the agenda: Springfield to vote on new camping ordinance
Here’s a roundup of what local elected leaders will talk about during public meetings this week.
Springfield City Council
To watch: The city's system requires registration to watch and to participate in meetings. Use the links for meetings to register and get information to attend.
To listen: Dial 1-971-247-1195 or 877-853-5257 and use the meeting ID.
To attend: Meetings are held in council chambers and in the Jesse Maine Room at City Hall, 225 Fifth St.
To comment: If you would like to submit public comment during the Business from the Audience or a public hearing listed on the agenda in advance, send an email to publicrecords@springfield-or.gov no later than 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
The council does not accept public comment at work session meetings.
AD-HOC COMMITTEE
When: 5 p.m. Monday.
What: Limited members of the Springfield City Council will discuss:
- The Lane County "All In" Plan.
- Eugene Chamber of Commerce Homeless Initiative.
- Human Services Commission and Poverty and Homelessness Board "reimagining."
Zoom link: us06web.zoom.us/j/82296952763
Meeting ID: 822 9695 2763
SPPRINGFIELD ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY EXECUTIVE SESSION
When: 6 p.m. Monday.
What: SEDA will discuss property negotiations.
Media can obtain virtual meeting details by calling 541-726-4666 or emailing anytes@springfield-or.gov no later than 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
When: 6:30 p.m. Monday.
What: Springfield City Council will discuss property negotiations.
Media can obtain virtual meeting details by calling 541-726-4666 or emailing anytes@springfield-or.gov no later than 3 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
REGULAR SESSION
When: 7 p.m. Monday
What: The mayor will recognize Pride month. Council will approve or reject the consent calendar. Then there will be a public hearing on a resolution to change the master fees and charges. The council will authorize the city manager to sign a contract for a roof replacement for the Justice Center. Council will also vote on adopting a camping ordinance that changes existing code.
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The city manager will be directed to enter or not enter an exclusive negotiating agreement with Obie Companies for a downtown project.
Zoom link: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OaDdhHicQPOutuZPECh5Ug
Meeting ID: 830 5486 7077
Lane County Board of Commissioners
To watch: County meetings stream at bit.ly/LaneCounty-meetings.
To attend: Board of Commissioner meetings begin at 9 a.m. in Harris Hall, 125 E 8th Ave., unless otherwise noted. Doors to Harris Hall open at 8:45 a.m.
To comment: When there's a chance to comment, people must register for the meeting to do so virtually. After registering, people will get information on how to attend.
Those who go to the meeting in person should sign up on the sign-in sheet located by the entry door.
There will be instructions during the meeting for speaking during public hearings and making public comments.
People also can email diana.jones@lanecountyor.gov with public comments by noon Monday. The subject line should include "PUBLIC COMMENT FOR MEETING DATE 06/06/2023."
MORNING SESSION
When: 9 a.m. Tuesday, June 6.
What: Commissioners will have a public hearing and work session on the next year's budget. Chair Pat Farr will make a statement on Pride month. The audience will have a chance to provide comments. Then the board will go over the consent calendar.
There will be a motion to approve an order to rejoin the Association of O&C Counties and remitting membership dues.
JOINT MEETING WITH BOARD OF HEALTH
When: 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 6.
What: There will be a semi-annual Board of Health Report from Public Health. Commissioners will then have a 90-minute executive session.
AFTERNOON SESSION JOINT MEETING WITH BOARD OF HEALTH
When: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 6.
What: There will be a work session on the Public Health Advisory Committee Report on Adverse Childhood Events, their impact in Lane County, and legislative strategies to improve community health.
REGULAR AFTERNOON SESSION
When: 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 6.
What: Commissioners will:
- Consider a petition for creating the Pleasant Hill Goshen Rural Fire Protection District and to set a final public hearing date for June 27.
- Set the second reading and public hearing on an ordinance that creates a Consumer Price-Index based adjustment to the Land Management Division’s building program fee schedule.
- Discuss an update on the stabilization center project.
- Have an executive session
EXECUTIVE SESSION
When: 9 a.m. Wednesday, June 7.
What: The board will have an executive session.
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GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Boys and Girls Club of Greeneville and Greene County is hosting its 8th annual Ball Drop on Thursday, June 8.
It will start at 6:30 p.m. at the Link Hills Country Club Golf Course in Greeneville.
The club’s director of operations, Jessica Poore, stopped by First at Four Friday to explain how it works.
You can purchase a ball for just $20 from the Boys and Girls Club. There will be 10 opportunities to win prizes, including a $5,000 cash reward.
The club’s 20th annual Bob Kesling Celebrity Golf Classic is the following day, June 9. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/first-at-four/greeneville-greene-co-boys-and-girls-club-to-host-golf-ball-drop/ | 2023-06-02T23:03:35 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/first-at-four/greeneville-greene-co-boys-and-girls-club-to-host-golf-ball-drop/ |
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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Bryan Winston’s growing business enterprise at the head of the Tweetsie Trail will take a huge leap forward when he opens Cranky’s Pump-N-Pints and e-Bikes of JC in the top and bottom floors of a new building at 640 East Maple St.
The upstairs pub featuring eight taps for craft beer, kid-friendly beverages, local food trucks and a mini “pump track” for kids will sit just across Maple from Local Motion, the bike shop he opened five years ago.
“At first we were maybe going to put a couple of Air BnBs there because I’m a general contractor and a builder,” Winston said, pointing to the new building that will house the taproom and e-Bike store.
Just like it did at Local Motion, the market led him in a different direction. Back then, Winston was going to dabble with selling some drinks and renting out bikes in the tiny former store at East Maple and Alabama Street (since renamed Van Brocklin Way for late mayor Ralph Van Brocklin).
“We came to a point of people wanting us to service bikes and sell tubes, then we developed into having a full on bike shop with mechanics, service works, parts and bikes for sale,” Winston said.
After several years of “phenomenal” growth at the shop, and after buying and razing a dilapidated house across the street, Winston saw his plans for the steeply sloped, small lot take a turn.
“Like a lot of bike shops and businesses across the country, when they bring together beer and bikes and like, kids with the pump track we have up there, it just sort of meshed,” Winston said. “We felt that each business we have here with these two as well as (Local Motion) will complement each other.”
Each level of the new building is a little over 1,000 square feet. Winston said e-Bike sales that have been at Local Motion will exclusively move to the new sales area — and he said those sales grew faster than traditional bike sales did last year.
E-bike rentals will continue out of the old shop. When those E-assisted riders, or traditional riders, walkers or runners get back to the beginning of the trail, they’ll have quite the wind-down spot available.
“Biking and beers goes well together and it seems like it’s a great conclusion to a day out on the bike, a day out running or just walking, people are always looking to enjoy the atmosphere,” Winston said.
Winston knows he made a good call when he bought the first building as the Tweetsie was in its infancy.
“We get people from all across the country, countries around the world and it’s a destination point from which people are getting to experience the outdoors of East Tennessee,” he said.
“Anything outdoors is booming in our area and the City of Johnson City has really made it a major focus for them to be a destination point for the outdoors, and we’re fortunate enough this building I purchased over five years ago happened to be at the head of the Tweetsie Trail and is a perfect fit.”
Randi Feuchtenberger has been Winston’s right hand for several years, acting as Local Motion’s general manager and preparing to expand her duties with the growth. While the beer is sure to be a draw, she said the overall plan focused on family friendliness.
“We’ll also have popsicles and slushies and things like that for the kids … so this should be a really good space for families to come and parents can have beer, maybe grab a bite to eat at a food truck while their kids get to ride around and have a good time,” Feuchtenberger said.
She said she’s still working on getting all the food trucks lined up but expects a rotating stable. Demand isn’t anticipated to be a problem.
“Whenever our rentals come back a lot of people from out of town are always looking for somewhere to grab a bite to eat or somewhere to grab a drink, walk around a little bit, so with us being right here…it should be a good hot commodity.”
If Cranky’s is able to get its beer license at the June 15 Johnson City Commission meeting, they could be open within just a few days of that.
WHAT: Taproom and E-bike shop at the head of Johnson City’s Tweetsie Trail in a new two-story, 2,000-square-foot building.
WHERE: 640 E. Maple St.
WHO: Bryan Winston, owner of Local Motion Bike Shop (across from new business).
WHEN: Building has certificate of occupancy and could be open by mid-June. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/whos-building-that/beer-taproom-e-bike-shop-coming-to-head-of-tweetsie-trail/ | 2023-06-02T23:03:40 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/whos-building-that/beer-taproom-e-bike-shop-coming-to-head-of-tweetsie-trail/ |
Visit Philadelphia releases a public service announcement for Pride Month that highlights Drag Queen Story time
The tagline is “In pursuit of a more perfect, kind, and respectful union.”
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May 26th, 2023To mark Pride Month, Visit Philadelphia is releasing a public service announcement (PSA) in partnership with CBS Philadelphia and CBS New York that highlights Drag Queen Storytime.
The PSA comes in the form of a 30-second TV spot that features famed local drag queens Morgan Wells and Brittany Lynn.
In the video the two queens take turns reading “Giraffes Can’t Dance” by Giles Andreae and illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees to a group of children and their parents at Independence Hall, the birthplace of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.
This book tells the story of a giraffe named Gerald, “who is made fun of for his dance moves until a friend encourages him to move to his own tune.”
The PSA ends with the message “In pursuit of a more perfect union,” with the words kind and respectful rotating in.
This PSA will make its debut at the Philadelphia Gay News Pride Brunch and Stonewall Awards on Sunday, June 4. It premieres on TV the next day on CBS affiliates in Philadelphia and New York.
The PSA’s total ad value is more than a quarter of a million dollars.
“Aligning with Visit Philadelphia’s organizational values and in support and solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community, who are having their rights infringed upon in many places throughout our country, we’re sending a message that our city is an open and inclusive destination,” Angela Val, president and CEO of Visit Philadelphia, explained.
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“This work aligns with our long-term strategy to invite LGBTQ+ travelers to Philadelphia, starting with our ground-breaking campaign ‘Get Your History Straight and Your Nightlife Gay®’ in 2003,” she continued.
A recent study by Ipsos, a research marketing firm, of LGBTQ travelers to Philadelphia found the 63% of respondents felt that Philadelphia as a LGBTQ-friendly destination.
“It’s our responsibility to ensure that our tourism marketing efforts are a direct reflection of our residents and those we invite to visit. We were inspired to juxtapose Independence Hall, the very birthplace of our nation and where some of the first gay rights protests in the country were held, with this drag queen storytime,” said Neil Frauenglass, Visit Philadelphia’s chief marketing officer.
“By showcasing members of our LGBTQ+ community in this historic place, we’re showcasing the evolution of equity and equality between the 1700s and today,” said Neil Frauenglass, chief marketing officer at Visit Philadelphia,” he added.
Visit Philadelphia has a history of advocating for the LGBTQ+ community. Its previous President and CEO, Jeff Guaracino, was a member of the community and was a driver behind the aforementioned ‘Get Your History Straight and Your Nightlife Gay®’ campaign. He also wrote “Gay and Lesbain Tourism: The essential Guide for Marketing.”
Guaracino passed away in December 2021 after a battle with cancer, and was honored with a segment of South 13th Street being renamed Jeff Guaracino Way. This section resides in Philadelphia’s Gayborhood and the renaming ceremony took place on National Coming Out Day, October 11, 2022. | https://www.aldianews.com/en/local/philadelphia/visit-phila-pride-month-psa | 2023-06-02T23:09:20 | 1 | https://www.aldianews.com/en/local/philadelphia/visit-phila-pride-month-psa |
Economic growth in Tucson and across Arizona is forecast to slow down this year and in 2024, but the state will avoid recession and outpace the nation, University of Arizona economists say.
If the U.S. economy slows down as expected, Arizona’s job growth is forecast to decline from 4.2% in 2022 to 2.2% this year and then to 1.5% in 2024, according to the latest economic outlook from the Economic and Business Research Center in the UA’s Eller College of Management.
“Overall, the outlook calls for continued positive growth here in Tucson, but we slow this year and next as the national economy slows,” UA economist and center director George Hammond said Friday at the UA’s 20th annual economic-outlook breakfast at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort.
After a 3.2% increase in Tucson non-farm jobs last year, UA economists are forecasting a 1.7% increase this year before growth drops to 1% in 2024.
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Under a more pessimistic scenario, Arizona could see some job losses if recent bank failures lead to more financial tightening than expected that results in a modest national recession, Hammond said.
Tucson has finally recovered all the jobs it lost during the pandemic, but it’s still about 6,000 jobs short of what UA economists had projected before the pandemic hit, Hammond said.
“Tucson is still struggling to get back on that trend,” he said, citing lagging jobs in private education and health care and professional services including engineers, lawyers and accountants.
Hammond said he’s puzzled by the shortfalls in those occupations, which run counter to gains in Phoenix and nationwide, and is keeping an eye on the local trend.
On the plus side, Tucson added nearly 1,000 manufacturing jobs since February 2020.
“We're seeing that strength around Arizona, manufacturing job growth has been much better than we've seen nationally, and I think we're going to continue to see that both statewide and here in Tucson as we move through the next couple of years,” Hammond said.
The Arizona economy started 2023 in solid shape, the UA economist said, as the labor market generated strong job growth and low unemployment.
Preliminary numbers show that in April, Arizona’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped to 3.4%, an all-time low going back to 1976.
At 3.1%, Tucson jobless rate is the lowest it’s been since the 1990s, Hammond said.
Labor compensation, including wages and benefits, decelerated but remained robust.
But high inflation continued to chew up wage gains and retail sales declined again in the first quarter, after a strong increase in the fourth quarter of 2022, Hammond said.
With plummeting housing affordability and much higher mortgage interest rates, housing permit activity plunged in late 2022 and into early 2023, driven by declines in single-family home activity.
Home prices have fallen steeply in the Phoenix area and flattened in Tucson, which should help with declining housing affordability, Hammond said.
Global outlook
Economist Anthony Chan, who returned to the Eller event as guest speaker, said the U.S. economy faces slower growth at best in the next year, and the risk of global recession will depend mainly on monetary policies.
"I think we may see a little bit of a slowdown, maybe even a technical recession in the US in the next 12 months," said Chan, former chief economist for event sponsor JPMorgan Chase.
Chan said he believes central banks will begin slowing interest-rate increases meant to tamp down inflation, and that he expects that at its next meeting later this month the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates just 0.25%, or perhaps not at all.
"What's going to determine whether we're going into recession is going to be determined by whether policymakers, especially central banks around the world, either move too quickly to raise rates or move too slowly to lower rates," Chan said. "They have do it at the right pace, and the speed is important."
Contact senior reporter David Wichner at dwichner@tucson.com or 520-573-4181. On Twitter: @dwichner. On Facebook: Facebook.com/DailyStarBiz | https://tucson.com/news/local/business/arizona-tucson-economies-expected-to-slow-avoid-recession/article_88a73db0-f985-11ed-b263-57baca1f2d54.html | 2023-06-02T23:16:39 | 0 | https://tucson.com/news/local/business/arizona-tucson-economies-expected-to-slow-avoid-recession/article_88a73db0-f985-11ed-b263-57baca1f2d54.html |
A 26-year-old man was arrested Friday morning after a crash in which a motorcyclist was killed, officials said.
Devon Dobbins, 26, was driving a truck near South Nogales Highway and East Fenley Drive about 6:48 a.m. when he turned into a private drive and collided with a motorcyclist, a Pima County Sheriff’s Department news release said.
The motorcyclist, Brian Ladesich, 27, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Dobbins, who wasn’t injured, remained at the crash scene. He was later arrested on suspicion of causing death by moving violation, the news release said.
Jamie Donnelly covers courts for the Arizona Daily Star. Contact her via e-mail at jdonnelly@tucson.com | https://tucson.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/man-arrested-in-crash-that-killed-motorcyclist-south-of-tucson/article_57f1e796-018d-11ee-aef6-ffa137dd93e4.html | 2023-06-02T23:16:45 | 1 | https://tucson.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/man-arrested-in-crash-that-killed-motorcyclist-south-of-tucson/article_57f1e796-018d-11ee-aef6-ffa137dd93e4.html |
Locals can now check out Sabino Canyon in a new light — the moonlight, to be exact — every Saturday with the Sabino Canyon Crawler ’s new night tours.
The night tours return 8 p.m. Saturday, June 3 and will run every Saturday through October, according to the Sabino Canyon Crawler website . The tour is 7.4 miles roundtrip and runs for about an hour. (Start times may differ in the fall, so make sure to check your ticket before arriving!)
Tickets for the tour cost $15 per adult and $8 per child, ages 3 to 12. Children under the age of 3 are free, according to their website . Shuttle rides sometimes sell out, so get your tickets online to guarantee your spot.
It’s important to note that the tour ticket prices do not include the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area amenity fee of $8 per vehicle.
The tour features a “special narrative program” in English and Spanish that includes historical and cultural information about Sabino Canyon, such as the canyon’s origins and details about the fauna and flora of the area.
The paint job of the new electric shuttles branded "Sabino Canyon Crawlers" during their launch at Sabino Canyon, on Nov. 9, 2019.
Josh Galemore / Arizona Daily Star
The Sabino Canyon Crawler is an emission-free electric shuttle that can seat up to 60 passengers. The new shuttles were implemented in the fall of 2019, according to the Arizona Daily Star .
During the monsoon season, the shuttle service closely monitors the Sabino Creek flow and operates “conservatively to ensure the safety of our passengers,” according to their website . This means the shuttle route may change depending on weather.
If you go What: Sabino Canyon Crawler night tours.
When: 8 p.m. Saturdays, June through October. Start times may differ in the fall.
Where: Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road .
Cost: $15 per adult, $8 per child ages 3 to 12.
More info: Visit the website here .
Photos: Sabino Canyon through the years
Men on horseback in Sabino Canyon north of Tucson, ca. 1950s.
Ray Manley / Western Ways / file
A camping trip in Sabino Canyon by a company of Military students from the UA and Capt. Maxon in December 1903.
Arizona Historical Society
Sabino Canyon in 1904.
Arizona Historical Society
Sabino Canyon, March 25, 1911.
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Sabino Canyon in 1912.
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Fishing for trout in Lower Sabino Canyon in May, 1951.
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Sabino Creek at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson, probably ca. 1950s.
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A dry Sabino Creek at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson, probably ca. 1950s.
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Undated photo of snow at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson. Probably ca. 1950s.
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Undated photo of snow at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson. Probably ca. 1950s.
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Fishing in Sabino Creek at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson. Probably ca. 1950s.
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Cookout at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson, ca. 1950s.
Ray Manley / Western Ways/ file
Undated photo of Sabino Canyon, probably 1950s. at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson.
Ray Manley
Construction crews work to deepen the lake in Sabino Canyon north of Tucson in March, 1951.
Arizona Daily Star
A boy fishes in the lake at Sabino Canyon north of Tucson in May, 1951, after it was stocked with trout for the first time.
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People fish in the lake at Sabino Canyon north of Tucson in May, 1951, after it was stocked with trout for the first time.
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Water gushes over the entire 90-foot width of the Lower Sabino Dam at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson in March, 1954, after a steady two-day rain. It was the heaviest flow over the dam since 1932.
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Sabino Creek at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson in March, 1956.
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A U.S. Geological Survey employee checks water level several hundred yards upstream from Lower Sabino Dam in 1956 at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson.
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Sabino Canyon on Nov. 4, 1963.
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The yet-unfinished Sabino Canyon gatehouse, about a half mile away from the Visitor Center, was several days away from completion on September 2, 1969. The roadway throughout the area was repaved causing some temporary closing of certain recreation sites.
Dan Tortorell / Tucson Citizen
Civilian Conservation Corps workers make adobe bricks in lower Sabino Canyon.
Submitted Photo
Heavy rains produced a sizeable flow through Sabino Canyon on Dec. 29, 1972. Forty-four people were evacuated from the canyon area and search teams rescued a 15-year-old from floodwaters. Photo by Bruce Hopkins / Tucson Citizen
Bruce Hopkins / Tucson Citizen
Undated photo of rocks in Sabino Creek at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area north of Tucson.
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Filming the television series "Gunsmoke" in Lower Sabino Canyon. April 23, 1973.
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Hundreds of cars parked haphazardly along Sabino Canyon Road outside Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area north of Tucson in March, 1974, before the parking lot was expanded and vehicles were banned from the canyon.
P. K. Weis / Tucson Citizen
Cars parked haphazardly along Sabino Canyon Road outside Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area north of Tucson in March, 1974, before the parking lot was expanded and vehicles were banned from the canyon.
P. K. Weis / Tucson Citizen
People jump into Sabino Creek at the Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area north of Tucson in September, 1981.
Peter Weinberger / Tucson Citizen
A shuttle bus ferries passengers into Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area north of Tucson in June, 1978. The service was offered only in Upper Sabino until more trams were delivered. Vehicles were banned permanently in 1981.
H. Darr Beiser / Tucson Citizen
Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area north of Tucson in September, 1981.
Peter Weinberger / Tucson Citizen
A tram loaded with passengers crosses Sabino Creek in Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area north of Tucson in September, 1981.
Peter Weinberger / Tucson Citizen
People play volleyball in the "lake" behind the dam on Sabino Creek at Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area north of Tucson in September, 1981.
Peter Weinberger / Tucson Citizen
Maria Reyna, left, and friend Gena Vidal cool off in a pool at Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area north of Tucson during record heat on June, 26, 1990.
David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Maria Reyna, left, and friend Gena Vidal have a water fight in a pool at Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area north of Tucson during record heat on June, 26, 1990.
David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Neil Meicke enjoys his day off as an electrician to take advantage of some cool water at Sabino Canyon north of stop #8 just about a 1/4 mile from the top of the Canyon. Meicke was there with his wife Terrie Meicke and daughter Caitlin, age 5. Photo taken in May, 1997.
David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Water and winter visitors roll through Sabino Canyon...One day after rains drenched Tucson, the weather was good enough to lure tramloads of visitors yesterday to Sabino Canyon, where water deposited by recent storms ran freely in Feb., 1998.
Mary Chind / Tucson Citizen
Early evening walkers climb the hill leading out of Sabino Canyon as the summer sky turns to night in July, 1998.
David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Jason Poore of Louisville, Kentucky, jumps from a rockface in an area known as the "crack" a popular water hole in Sabino Canyon between stops #8 and #9, in Aug. 2000.
David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
U.S. Forest Service crews clear debris and destroyed chunks of roadway from the road above the second creek crossing in Sabino Canyon in July, 1999.
Jeffry Scott / Arizona Daily Star
Stephanie Garmon and Ray Lilly make their way over a Sabino Canyon bridge after a torrential rain in July, 1999.
Xavier Gallegos / Tucson Citizen
Bob Keeler and his 11-year-old son John enjoy cool water from recent storms flowing over the lower Sabino Canyon dam in July, 1999.
Xavier Gallegos / Tucson Citizen
Todd Craven and his brother Scott Craven remove a log from the lower Sabino Canyon area in July, 1999. Volunteers helped clean up the debris that was scattered all over Sabino Canyon after heavy rain.
James S. Wood / Arizona Daily Star
Out for a cool walk in the park. That is just what these folks are doing as they are getting their exercise in by walking in and out of the Sabino Canyon area in August, 2000.
Benjie Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Pleasant Valley Hotshots make their way toward a waiting helicopter to take them to Rattlesnake Ridge to fight a lightning-caused fire in June, 2000.
David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
A saguaro is sillouetted as the Rattlesnake Ridge fire rages down the southern side of the Santa Catalina Mountains near Sabino Canyon on June 7, 2000.
David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Rogan Cudworth plays in the water at Sabino Canyon's "The Crack" area, a popular area because of running water and sand-like beaches, in March, 2000.
David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Sabino Canyon Visitors walk up the road as the vivid color of the sunset glows in the background February 24, 2002.
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This mountain lion, shown in May, 2004, which was captured near Sabino Canyon, might have died had she not been caught.
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A tram carries passengers across a bridge as a high-flowing Sabino Creek tumbles by in Sabino Canyon on August 9, 2010.
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Water from a high-flowing Sabino Creek rolls past a small tree in Sabino Canyon in Tucson, Ariz., August 9, 2010.
Greg Bryan / Arizona Daily Star
Mountain bikers take advantage of the beautiful scenery in the upper Sabino Canyon/Aspen Draw area in the Catalinas. Photo taken 9/26/10.
Doug Kreutz / Arizona Daily Star
Reddish brown ferns show the start of autumn color in upper Sabino Canyon/Aspen Draw area in the Catalinas. Photo taken 9/26/10
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Visitors walk and run into Sabino Canyon early in the morning on December 28, 2011, in Tucson, Ariz. The local residents usually arrive early to exercise for their wellness, said Larry Pratt, a recreation project manager with the US Forest Service.
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Alison Matson gets come help from Alex Decker as they both cross the creek in Sabino Canyon on December 28, 2011, in Tucson, Ariz. Residents and winter visitors come to Sabino during the Holiday break to walk, run or bicycle for their general wellness, get close to nature, ride the shuttle or search for some peace and quiet.
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An animated Dan Granger, a Sabino Canyon volunteer naturalist, holds a bobcat during a puppet show he performed in front of children and adults at the annual Music in the Canyon by the Friends of Sabino Canyon March 6, 2011.
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Shuttle driver Janell Gardner works her way through a traffic jam down Sabino Canyon as she follows one shuttle and slides by another going up the canyon on Wednesday, December 28, 2011, in Tucson, Ariz. What Gardner likes most about driving through the canyon, is the canyon itself. Residents and winter visitors come to Sabino during the Holiday break to walk, run or bicycle for their general wellness, get close to nature, ride the shuttle or search for some peace and quiet.
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Members of the group, the Desert Sons performed at the annual Music in the Canyon by the Friends of Sabino Canyon on March 6, 2011, in Tucson, Ariz. There was music, food, raffles, and activities for children at the event.
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Dave Konigsberg and family make their way along the Blackett's Ridge Trail trail in Sabino Canyon on, November 8, 2011.
Doug Kreutz / Arizona Daily Star
A full moon rises above a saguaro forest on the Blackett's Ridge Trail trail in Sabino Canyon on November 8, 2011.
Doug Kreutz / Arizona Daily Star
Large boulders are seen near tram stop number 2 at Sabino Canyon on April 11, 2011 in Tucson, Ariz. Large boulders, like these near Tram Stop 2 in Sabino Canyon, likely tumbled from higher in the canyon at some unknown time in the past during a rock fall or landslide. Sometime in the distant future, they will be worn down to pebbles and sand and washed out of the canyon.
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A rock flow seen at the end of the tram route at stop 9 at Sabino Canyon on April 11, 2011 in Tucson, Ariz. This dramatic debris flow, a result of a powerful 2006 flood in Sabino Canyon, is near Tram Stop 9 at the end of the canyon road. For an April 17 Vamos cover story, we plan to describe and show a sort of self-guided tour of geologic sites visible along the road in Sabino Canyon.
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A hiker makes his way through rock formations near tram stop 8 at Sabino Canyon on April 11, 2011 in Tucson, Ariz. hiker navigates an expanse of gneiss rock near Tram Stop 8 in Sabino Canyon. It's a site where pockets and natural tanks in the rock sometimes hold water from rainfall or high stream flows.
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Randy Strissel and Glenna Strissel of Marysville, Tennessee, walk among rocks where water would normally be flowing near tram stop #8 in Sabino Canyon on July 5, 2012.
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A Coues White-tailed deer pauses right next to the road at Sabino Canyon. Whether it is on the road or along a trail, there are plenty of sights to please and entice the senses. The photo was taken in Tucson, Ariz., on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015.
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A walker begins the long drop into Sabino Canyon which can be a good choice to as a means to work off those Thanksgiving dinner calories. Whether it is on the road or along a trail, there are plenty of sights to please and entice the senses. The photo was taken in Tucson, Ariz., on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015.
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Saguaros are on a blooming binge in Sabino Canyon northeast of Tucson. Photo taken on May 13, 2016.
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Korean middle school student Heidi Choi Hyun Hee, 13, documents her experience crossing a Sabino Creek in Jan., 2016, while taking a tram as she and fellow students explore the canyon. Students from Magee and Secrist Middle Schools and Safford K-8 Magnet School joined the Korean students as they took a tram up Sabino Canyon then stopped to have lunch then wander around the area.
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Hikers trek a tree-shaded trail in the Upper Sabino Canyon area high in the Catalina Mountains north of Tucson on June 5, 2016.
Doug Kreutz / Arizona Daily Star
Monsoon rains have brought vibrant green hues to the deserts of Sabino Canyon on September 8, 2016.
Doug Kreutz / Arizona Daily Star
A group of women stand on a bridge as they watch one of their party walk into the creek at Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area in Tucson, on August 7, 2016.
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Ron Gonzales walks over a water-covered bridge at Sabino Canyon National Recreation Area as he gives his wife Mary a piggyback ride in Tucson, on August 7, 2016.
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Snow melt from Mt. Lemmon has made its way down into Sabino Canyon filling up Sabino creek with water on January 11, 2017.
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Visitors admire the water in Sabino Creek at the first crossing aboard the Sabino Canyon Tours tram at Sabino Canyon, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road, on Aug. 31, 2017, in Tucson, Ariz.
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Naomy Robles, 7, sits atop dad Raul's shoulder while they bask in the water cascading over Sabino Dam as visitors to Sabino Canyon enjoy a cooling-off in the abundant monsoon runoff flow near the Sabino Dam in 2017.
Mike Christy, Arizona Daily Star 2017
With creek levels low, Mie Welsch, right, and 12-year-old daughter Jamie are able to traverse the route across Sabino Creek south of the dam as Autumn color still clings to the branches on trees dotting Sabino Creek at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5900 N. Sabino Canyon Road, on Jan. 5, 2018, in Tucson, Ariz.
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Autumn color still clings to the branches on trees dotting Sabino Creek at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5900 N. Sabino Canyon Road, on Jan. 5, 2018, in Tucson, Ariz.
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Young girls toe the slippery rocks at the Sabino Dam at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road, on March 8, 2018, in Tucson, Ariz. The creek is finally flowing with winter runoff following more than 150 days of dry conditions.
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Santa Catalina Volunteer Patrol volunteer Marty Horowitz, helps a group of visitors with trail information at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Road, Jan. 4, 2019, in Tucson, Ariz. Volunteers with the SCVP have helped Sabino Canyon visitors with trail information and general assistance amid the partial government shutdown.
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A hiker reaches the rocky top of Blackett's Ridge in Sabino Canyon.
Doug Kreutz / Arizona Daily Star
Hikers make their way along Sabino Creek as the first hints of autumn color appear in Sabino Canyon.
Doug Kreutz / Arizona Daily Star
Rural Metro Fire firefighters send a life vest out on a line to a man stranded in Sabino Creek floodwaters in Sabino Canyon Recreation Area on Feb. 15, 2019, in Tucson, Ariz. The man had been stuck on the tree in the middle of a raging Sabino Creek for several hours after having been swept down from a tram crossing upstream.
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Visitors to Sabino Canyon partake in the glorious desert Spring weather on April 2, 2019 in Tucson.
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Visitors to Sabino Canyon board the new transitional shuttle for a ride to the top on April 2, 2019 in Tucson, AZ.
Ron Medvescek / Arizona Daily Star
Visitors to Sabino Canyon partake of the glorious desert weather on April 2, 2019 in Tucson, AZ.
Ron Medvescek / Arizona Daily Star
Visitors to Sabino Canyon partake of the glorious desert Spring weather on April 2, 2019 in Tucson, AZ.
Ron Medvescek / Arizona Daily Star
Visitors to Sabino Canyon partake of the glorious desert Spring weather on April 2, 2019 in Tucson, AZ.
Ron Medvescek / Arizona Daily Star
Coronado National Forest spokeswoman Heidi Schewel says the shuttles will have “headphones for the narrated educational program.” She also said a “program that’s already packaged” will replace drivers’ narration along the route.
Josh Galemore / Arizona Daily Star
Troy Edwards, a shuttle driver in training, left, and Gary Youngling, a volunteer with Santa Catalina Volunteer Patrol, take a ride on the new electric shuttles at Sabino Canyon Recreation Area. Four other open-air shuttles are being tested by a California-based company.
Josh Galemore / Arizona Daily Star
The new Sabino Canyon electric crawlers make their way down the canyon road during the launch of the shuttles at the park, on Nov. 9, 2019.
Josh Galemore / Arizona Daily Star
After reviewing feedback visitors submitted in 2017 to the U.S. Forest Service, members of Friends of Sabino Canyon worked with Sen. Martha McSally, left, then a representative, to allow competitive bidding for a new shuttle service.
Josh Galemore / Arizona Daily Star
David Hutchens, TEP president and CEO, said the new shuttle service for Sabino Canyon is just one of many projects the company is working on to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Josh Galemore / Arizona Daily Star
A group of saguaro cacti are surrounded by ocotillo and lush green scenery along the Bear Canyon trail with green lush scenery at Sabino Canyon Recreational Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Rd., in Tucson, Ariz. on July 26th, 2021.
Rebecca Sasnett, Arizona Daily Star
Hikers walk along the Bear Canyon trail with green lush scenery at Sabino Canyon Recreational Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Rd., in Tucson, Ariz. on July 26th, 2021.
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In 2020, the Sabino Canyon creek was dry for 216 days, the most since 1990. Then we went abruptly to the wettest month in Tucson history in July 2021. Here, a Sabino Canyon visitor, Brad Balla, sits on a rock near the bottom of the Sabino Dam last month.
Rebecca Sasnett, Arizona Daily Star
Two people stand in a pool near the bottom of the Sabino dam at Sabino Canyon Recreational Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Rd., in Tucson, Ariz. on July 26th, 2021.
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Tyler Claiborn sits on a rock playing in the water while watching his daughter play in a pool near the bottom of the Sabino dam at Sabino Canyon Recreational Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Rd., in Tucson, Ariz. on July 26th, 2021.
Rebecca Sasnett, Arizona Daily Star
A gentleman rests on a rock near the bottom of the Sabino Dam at Sabino Canyon Recreational Area, 5700 N. Sabino Canyon Rd., in Tucson, Ariz. on July 26, 2021.
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Sabino Dam, in the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, was flowing on Jan. 14, 2023.
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PHOENIX — Arizonans will be able to continue to vote early despite efforts by the Arizona Republican Party to have the practice declared illegal.
The Arizona Supreme Court on Friday rejected the state GOP's arguments that allowing people to fill out their ballots at their kitchen tables, or anywhere else, runs afoul of a constitutional provision requiring "secrecy in voting shall be preserved.''
There was no explanation of the decision. But in declining to consider the Republican Party's arguments, the justices left intact an earlier decision by the Arizona Court of Appeals that there are sufficient safeguards built into state law to ensure that each voter's choices are kept confidential.
The decision is final, as there is no basis to seek review by the U.S. Supreme Court.
The party could ask the Republican-controlled Legislature to repeal the 1991 law that created no-excuse early voting. But the politics of that become difficult, given the broad popularity of early voting. More than eight out of 10 ballots were cast that way in the state's 2022 election.
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Law in place since 1991
Arizona has had some form of early voting almost since the first days of statehood. But it was limited to special circumstances, such as serving overseas in the military or being incapacitated.
In 1991, however, state lawmakers approved no-excuse early voting, allowing anyone to request a ballot be sent to them, which they can fill out and either return by mail, put in a drop box, or take directly to a polling location.
None of that was controversial until after the 2020 election in which Donald Trump lost his bid for a second term as president. While he outpolled Democrat Joe Biden among Arizona voters who went to the polls on Election Day, Biden had a larger edge among those who voted early.
The same pattern held true in 2022's election for governor, in which Republican Kari Lake had a better than 2-1 margin over Democrat Katie Hobbs in Election Day ballots. But Hobbs more than made up for that with a strong edge among early ballots, ending up with a 17,117-vote victory.
Arguments about early ballots, ranging from the chain of custody to the signature verification process, remain front and center eight months later in Lake's ongoing bid to overturn the results despite court rulings against her.
Secrecy in voters' kitchens
The attorney for the state GOP, Alexander Kolodin, in seeking to have the Supreme Court void on-demand early ballots, did not discuss the election results. Instead, he focused on the constitutional requirement "that secrecy in voting shall be preserved.''
Strictly speaking, Kolodin was not arguing that people can't have a ballot sent to them by mail.
What he told the justices, though, is that the constitutionally mandated secrecy can be maintained only if an official is present when someone actually casts a ballot and that the official "then watches the voter enclose and seal the ballot in an envelope.''
Kolodin said that can't happen if someone is filling out a ballot at a kitchen table and sealing it there.
He said that raises the possibility that someone else is present and watching. Kolodin said it also opens up the possibility that someone could be coerced, or maybe even paid, to vote a certain way.
"Many voters are simply unable to protect themselves and can only vote freely in a system where they are not forced (e.g. in the case of domestic violence) to request a mail-in ballot only to be coerced and intimidated to vote in a certain way when marking their ballots,'' he argued.
He contended the constitutional solution is to ensure that can't occur. The only place that can't happen, he argued, is at polling places, where individuals are protected by everything from a 75-foot perimeter to keep out those who are not voting, to areas where they can fill out their ballots in secret with no one looking over their shoulder to see who they support.
Court finds plenty of safeguards
But the Supreme Court has now left intact the Court of Appeals ruling that nothing in the Arizona Constitution about voting secrecy requires what Kolodin called a "restricted zone.''
"The Secrecy Clause's meaning is clear: When providing for voting by ballot or any other method, the legislature must uphold voters' ability to conceal their choices,'' wrote appellate judge Cynthia Bailey for herself and the other two judges. "The constitution does not mandate any particular method for preserving secrecy in voting.''
The requirement is met by other laws, she said.
For example, Bailey said, statutes require voters to "ensure they fill out their ballots in secret and seal the ballot in an envelope that does not disclose the voters' choices.'' She also pointed out that state law requires election officials who open the envelopes to take out the ballots without unfolding or examining them, separating the envelope, with the voter's name, from the voter's choice.
"At no point can the voter's identifying information on their ballot envelope be lawfully connected with their vote,'' Bailey said. "These protections are adequate to ensure the preservation of secrecy in voting.''
The judges were no more impressed with Kolodin's arguments that the ability of a voter to voluntarily share their decision with someone else violates the constitutional requirement for secrecy.
Bailey pointed out that state law prohibits taking photographs or videos within 75 feet of a polling place. Another statute makes it a crime to show someone else's ballot to any person.
Yet she also noted that state lawmakers specifically created an exemption that allows voters to take pictures, and share imaes, of their own ballots with others, without violating any laws.
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74-year-old in critical condition after Gila monster bite in Green Valley, Arizona
A 74-year-old man was bitten by a Gila monster on Tuesday, leaving him in critical condition.
Firefighters arrived about 9 a.m. to an area near Paseo Tierra and Esperanza Boulevard in Green Valley after receiving a report of an animal bite.
At the scene, they discovered the man had been bitten on both hands during an effort to move the Gila monster from the roadway and save it from oncoming traffic.
The man was taken to a hospital in Tucson for treatment, and the latest information available reported that he was in critical condition.
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Lillian King, 6, reacts to having her face painted by Mercedes Remes, owner of Family Fun Entertainment, during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, at the Twin Falls City Park.
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Smiles danced on painted faces as kids took train rides and bands performed sound checks. It was time to kick off the 40th annual Western Days at Twin Falls City Park.
Denli Winters, 4, takes her first "train ride" during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, at the Twin Falls City Park.
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Events will continue with a parade starting at 9 a.m. Saturday along Blue Lakes Boulevard North and Shoshone Street. There will also be a car show and vendors at City Park.
Vendors fill the city park during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, in Twin Falls.
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The fun continues on Sunday with awards being given out at 12:15 p.m.
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Western Days 2023 gets underway
Lillian King, 6, reacts to having her face painted by Mercedes Remes, owner of Family Fun Entertainment, during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, at the Twin Falls City Park.
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Western Days 2023 gets underway
Denli Winters, 4, takes her first "train ride" during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, at the Twin Falls City Park.
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Western Days 2023 gets underway
Vendors fill the city park during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, in Twin Falls.
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Western Days 2023 gets underway
Payton Rae of Third Avenue out of Hauser, Idaho gets ready to play later in the day for Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, at the Twin Falls City Park.
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Western Days 2023 gets underway
Kids hang out during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, at the Twin Falls City Park.
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Western Days 2023 gets underway
Gordy Schroeder moves a carved log onto the stage for display during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, at the Twin Falls City Park.
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Western Days 2023 gets underway
Vendors fill the city park during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, in Twin Falls.
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Turkey legs get rotated while for sale during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, at the Twin Falls City Park.
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Food vendors fill the city park during Western Days on Friday afternoon, June 2, 2023, in Twin Falls.
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Every June, people across the globe come together for a celebration of LGBTQ+ life and culture.
While the full month is full of festivities everywhere, Philadelphia will be celebrating its annual Pride weekend from Friday, June 2 to Sunday, June 4.
We have compiled a list of some things to do if you're still looking for a place to celebrate.
Philly Pride March and Festival
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The Philly Pride March is back!
Philly Pride 365 will be hosting this year's pride march and festival in Center City.
This year’s march will begin at Washington Square Park with speeches and music before weaving its way through the streets of Center City. The march will end where the Philly Pride Festival begins. The event is family friendly and open to everyone, no registration necessary.
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When: Sunday, June 4 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: Washington Square Park, 604 S Washington Sq.
Pride Skate at City Hall
Dominique Lee of the Philly Drag Mafia and Dj Albie will be performing at this year's two-hour pride skate at Dilworth Plaza.
When: Saturday, June 3 at 6 p.m.
Where: Dilworth Plaza, Philadelphia City Hall
Philadelphia Orchestra’s Pride Concert
The Philadelphia Orchestra will be hosting a free pride concert featuring performances by John Jarboe of the Bearded Ladies Cabaret, Shannon Turner of Glitter & Garbage Cabaret and PJ Brown of PJ Brown & Her Resistance.
When: Saturday, June 3 at 7 p.m.
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Kaija Saariaho, who wrote acclaimed works that made her the among the most prominent composers of the 21st century, died Friday. She was 70.
“The multiplying tumors did not affect her cognitive facilities until the terminal phase of her illness,” the statement said. Her family said Saariaho had undergone experimental treatment at Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital in Paris.
“Kaija’s appearance in a wheelchair or walking with a can have prompted many questions, to which she answered elusively,” the family said. “Following her physician’s advice, she kept her illness a private matter, in order to maintain a positive mindset and keep the focus of her work.”
Her “L’Amour de Loin (Love from Afar)” premiered at the Salzburg Festival in 2000 and made its U.S. debut at the Santa Fe Opera two years later. In 2016, it became the first staged work by female composer at Metropolitan Opera since Ethel M. Smyth’s “Der Wald” in 1903.
Saariaho did not like to be thought of as a female composer, rather a woman who was a composer.
“I would not even like to speak about it,” she said during an interview with The Associated Press after a piano rehearsal at the Met. “It should be a shame.”
Born in Helsinki on Oct. 14, 1952, Saariaho studied at the Sibelius Academy and the Hochschule für Musik Freiburg. She helped found a Finnish group “Korvat auki (Ears Open) in the 1970s.
“The problem in Finland in the 1970s and ’80s was that it was very closed,” she told NPR last year. “My generation felt that there was no place for us and no interest in our music — and more generally, modern music was heard much less.”
Saariaho started work in 1982 at Paris’ Institute for Research and Coordination in Acoustics/Music (IRCAM), a center of contemporary music founded in the 1970s by Pierre Boulez. She incorporated electronics in her composition.
“I am interested in spatialization, but under the condition that it’s not applied gratuitously,” she said in a 2014 conversation posted on her website. “It has to be necessary — in the same way that material and form must be linked together organically.
Inspired by viewing Messiaen’s ″St. Francois d’Assise” at the 1992 Salzburg Festival, she wrote “L’Amour de Loin.” She went on to compose “Adriana Mater,” which premiered at the Opéra Bastille in 2006 and “Émilie,” which debuted at the Lyon Opéra in 2010.
Her latest opera, “Innocence,” was first seen at the 2021 Aix-en-Provence Festival. Putting a spotlight on gun violence, the work was staged in London this spring and is scheduled for the Met’s 2025-26 season.
“This is undoubtedly the work of a mature master, in such full command of her resources that she can focus simply on telling a story and illuminating characters,” Anthony Tommasini wrote in The New York Times.
Saariaho received the University of Louisville’s Grawemeyer Award in 2003, was selected Musical America’s Musician of the Year in 2008. Kent Nagano’s recording of “L’Amour de Loin” won a 2011 Grammy Award.
Saariaho’s final work, a trumpet concerto titled “HUSH,” is to premiere in Helsinki in Aug. 24 with Susanna Mälkki leading the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra.
The announcement of Saariaho’s death was posted by her husband, composer Jean-Baptiste Barrière; son Aleksi Barrière, a writer; and daughter Aliisa Neige Barrière, a conductor and violinist. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/2023/06/02/kaija-saariaho-dead-composer-opera/f88cbf66-0195-11ee-9eb0-6c94dcb16fcf_story.html | 2023-06-02T23:24:03 | 1 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/2023/06/02/kaija-saariaho-dead-composer-opera/f88cbf66-0195-11ee-9eb0-6c94dcb16fcf_story.html |
PHOENIX — Retired Phoenix Police Capt. Carroll Cooley, the arresting officer in the landmark case partially responsible for the Supreme Court’s Miranda rights ruling that requires suspects be read their rights, has died, the department confirmed Friday. He was 87.
Cooley joined the Phoenix department in 1958 and retired two decades later.
On March 13, 1963, Cooley arrested Ernesto Miranda in the kidnap and rape of an 18-year-old Phoenix woman. Miranda was eventually convicted based on his handwritten confession and sentenced to 20-30 years in prison.
Miranda appealed, and the case eventually went up to the U.S. Supreme Court, which issued a 1966 ruling overturning the conviction, saying that suspects should be advised of their constitutional rights against self-incrimination and to an attorney before questioning.
That decision, along with three other similar cases that were bundled together, led to the so-called “Miranda rights” or “Miranda warning,” which is familiar to anyone who has watched a police procedural drama on television.
“You have the right to remain silent,” it begins. “Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.
“You have the right to speak to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you,” it continues.
After the Supreme Court overturned his conviction, Miranda remained in jail on another conviction and was convicted again of raping and kidnapping the 18-year-old. Prosecutors at the second trial didn’t use the confession and instead relied on testimony from a woman who was close to Miranda.
After he was paroled, Miranda was fatally stabbed in February 1976 in a dispute during a card game at a downtown Phoenix bar.
During his career with Phoenix police, Cooley worked in the city’s Maryvale precinct, the general investigations bureau, and the police academy. He rose to become captain, a rank the department said is equivalent to commander today.
After retiring from the police department in December 1978, Cooley went on to work for the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division and the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
He also volunteered at the Phoenix Police Museum, where in 2013 he recounted his story before a 50th anniversary display about the Miranda arrest. | https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/2023/06/02/miranda-rights-officer-obituary/fec5c1f6-0191-11ee-9eb0-6c94dcb16fcf_story.html | 2023-06-02T23:24:09 | 0 | https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/2023/06/02/miranda-rights-officer-obituary/fec5c1f6-0191-11ee-9eb0-6c94dcb16fcf_story.html |
BEDFORD, Texas — The Bedford Police Department is asking for help identifying a woman they found during a welfare check Friday afternoon.
Police say they found her at about 12:11 p.m. Friday in the 3100 block of Teakwood Drive.
The woman, about 60 years old, is non-verbal, police said, and unable to tell them her name or address. She is 5-foot-2, white and weighs about 110 pounds with shoulder-length gray hair as well as hazel eyes.
Police added that she is wearing a blue shirt, no shoes, and seems to be in non-life-threatening condition. She was taken to a local hospital.
Anyone with information regarding this woman is asked to call the BPD's non-emergency line at 817-952-2127. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/bedford-police-asking-help-identifying-woman/287-6b3ba447-3655-4668-b299-3c089bb867e7 | 2023-06-02T23:28:23 | 0 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/bedford-police-asking-help-identifying-woman/287-6b3ba447-3655-4668-b299-3c089bb867e7 |
DALLAS — When Sarah Yang was a college student at UC Berkeley in California, she took a required philosophy course.
Lessons she learned about "serving the greater good," apparently stuck. Because the beneficiary of her choices that year turned out to be a teenager in Plano who needed her magnanimous decisions for his own survival.
When we first met Chi Heng Chan this past February, it was already a pretty happy occasion.
"I am so thankful that you donated to me," he wanted to say to the anonymous bone marrow donor who helped him survive leukemia.
Diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in May 2019, the first chemotherapy treatment he received was not enough.
Doctors recommended Chi Heng a bone marrow transplant but none of his immediate family members were a close enough match. Instead, they searched the Be The Match registry, a national database of willing donors, to find a potential match. They found a 100% match.
Two years after his transplant surgery at Children’s Health, Chi Heng is in remission. But his donor, who they were and where they were from, was still a mystery.
That was until Friday.
"Hi, I'm Sarah nice to meet you," Sarah Yang said as she walked into a pre-arranged meeting at Children's Health in Dallas.
As a college student, she was aware that ethnic minorities are not as well represented on national registries. As an Asian-American, she wanted to help improve the odds.
"It's almost indescribable," she said of the phone call she received telling her that the simple saliva swab she submitted years ago had yielded a potential match.
"Certainly donating bone marrow is hard, but going through a bone marrow transplant is harder," she said of what Chi Heng has had to endure in his battle with leukemia. "I think that I just have a lot of gratitude to be here right now and to have this experience."
"Very exciting to see you looking so happy and vibrant," Yang said as she and Chi Heng embraced for the first time. "I'm grateful to be a small part of your story."
"I can't thank you enough," he responded.
"Well, his leukemia would have continued to relapse and ultimately he wouldn't have survived. And so this is a life-saving thing that Sarah did," said Victor Aquino, MD, Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist at Children's Health.
"A very special day," Chi Heng told us.
Thanks to the bone marrow transplant, Chi Heng is in remission, taking dual credit courses at Collin College and maintains a 4.0 GPA.
"Entering yourself into the registry is like one more chance in a million that someone gets their life back, a second life," he said. "You could be saving someone's life which is just amazing."
"I'm so glad you're feeling better," Sarah Yang said as the two hugged.
The families exchanged gifts and promised to stay in touch. Yang, ironically, now has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering and works for a cancer diagnostic company in upstate New York. But she said she considers herself just a normal person offering to help someone else.
"And I think there's something very powerful in that, right?" She said. "Anyone can get sick at any time and anyone can play a role in helping them. I feel so touched and happy to be part of his story."
But, science aside, they joked there might be one slight concern.
"Yeah so you and I have the same blood now," Yang joked. "So if we commit any crimes, like, we always have an alibi," she said as both families laughed.
"Just let me know beforehand," she responded.
If you would like to get more information on the bone marrow donation process, you can find the Be The Match link here. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/plano-teen-meets-bone-marrow-donor-who-saved-life/287-84d26b59-6bc9-4e37-b37b-6596bc4fd6ca | 2023-06-02T23:28:25 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/plano-teen-meets-bone-marrow-donor-who-saved-life/287-84d26b59-6bc9-4e37-b37b-6596bc4fd6ca |
ITASCA, Texas — The superintendent who was among seven people arrested in a six-month-long sex sting reportedly has connections to North Texas.
According to Harris County Constable Alan Rosen, Michael Stevens, 47, was planning to come to Houston and engage in sex acts with a teenage girl. Rosen said Stevens sent naked photos of himself to who he thought was a 15-year-old girl but was really an undercover investigator.
Stevens has been around children for most of his career. Investigators said he worked as a teacher a coach and a principal in various North Texas including Mesquite and Vernon ISD’s and was currently the Itasca School District Superintendent.
Early Friday morning, Stevens was arraigned in the Harris County Jail. He’s charged with solicitation of a minor. He was arrested Thursday by Harris County constables in front of his office next to the High School.
Multiple Law enforcement agencies conducted a 6-month undercover operation posing at teenage girls on social media apps.
They arrested 7 men.
"It just so happens we were fortunate that these predators were talking to law enforcement. They very easily could have been talking to a young person," Rosen said.
A Harris County prosecutor read the probable cause affidavit outlining the case against Stevens at his hearing.
"On several occasions, the defendant advised that he wanted to meet the undercover persona for sex and mentioned traveling to Houston during the summer and getting a hotel room, the prosecutor said.
Detectives said Stevens believed the undercover agent he was talking to was a 15-year-old girl and referred to her age multiple times.
The defendant asked "Am I too old for you? So, you’re okay with my age? I’m probably too old for you. I’m 47 years old."
Investigators also said he sent explicit photos of himself.
"The defendant asked would you date or play around, have fun with a guy who looks like me?"
Detectives said they learned on May 10, Stevens was the Itasca ISD Superintendent.
"The superintendent really was shocking," Rosen said. "He was actually videotaping himself at his job and place of work. He got comfortable with what he was doing."
The Harris County constables said they released video and pictures of all seven defendants because they believe there are victims out there.
"These predators were online surfing and looking for children," Rosen said.
Stevens is being held on a $100,000 bond. Meanwhile, Itasca ISD has announced a special meeting Monday to discuss the arrest and Stevens' future with the district.
Authorities are sending a warning to parents.
"You must make it a priority to know what your children on doing online," Rosen said. "As you can see by this sting operation, there are dangerous predators out there grooming our children and can cause great harm."
Itasca ISD statement:
"On June 1, 2023, the District was contacted by a detective with the Harris County Sherriff’s Department. According to the detective, Superintendent Michael Stevens was taken into custody. Until more facts are confirmed, no further information can be shared. The Board of Trustees will be convening a meeting to review this matter and take appropriate action."
Itasca ISD school board members set a special meeting for June 5 at 7 a.m.
A FedEx worker was also arrested in the sting. Rosen said the man was chatting with a person he believed to be a 14-year-old girl and showed up at an undercover location with a pack of condoms.
A 23-year-old man was also arrested in the sting. He showed up to meet a 14-year-old girl and tried to flee when officers showed up to arrest him.
Another man believed he was meeting up with a 16-year-old to have sex. He showed up at an undisclosed location with condoms and was arrested. He worked as a dishwasher and a cook at a coffee shop.
A 26-year-old unemployed man was arrested after showing up at a place where he thought he was going to have sex with a 15-year-old girl.
Another man showed up at the undercover location expecting to engage in sex acts with a 14-year-old girl. He was arrested with condoms in his pocket.
A 41-year-old man was arrested and charged with online solicitation of a minor after he drove from Waco to Harris County. Officers said they found more than 40 pairs of women's underwear in his possession. Investigators are working to find out if there are any more victims.
All of the suspects were booked into the Harris County Jail. Several of them posted a bond and were released.
"This is exactly why we are doing that - is to see if there are any other victims or people that would like to come forward that may involve any of the suspects that we have arrested," Rosen said.
Anyone with information about anything related to this sting is asked to call Rosen's office at 713-755-7571. Rosen said they want to find out if any other children were targeted. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/superintendent-caught-in-sex-sting-was-teacher-coach-principal-in-north-texas/287-f72eaf58-c74f-462c-802f-1837bc620837 | 2023-06-02T23:28:27 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/superintendent-caught-in-sex-sting-was-teacher-coach-principal-in-north-texas/287-f72eaf58-c74f-462c-802f-1837bc620837 |
A federal judge said Friday he was pleased with the progress made in addressing staffing concerns at the Allen County Jail but worries it might not be enough going forward.
The Allen County commissioners and sheriff's department are required to address inhumane conditions at the downtown jail after U.S. District Court Judge Damon Leichty ruled in favor of Vincent Morris, a former inmate, and the American Civil Liberties Union.
John Feighner, the attorney representing the Allen County Sheriff’s Department, told Leichty the jail has consistently housed fewer than 650 inmates since the start of the year. He said that number is expected to increase during the summer months, however, as is common with county confinement facilities.
In an opinion issued in March 2022, Leichty said that although the jail's capacity is 741 inmates, it is considered operationally full when 593 inmates are at the facility. During the years leading up to the lawsuit filed in 2020, daily population averages exceeded that limit by at least 50 inmates.
The average jail population exceeded 800 in 2017, 2018 and 2019. The average dropped to 759 in 2020, but Leichty noted that was largely because of attempts to manage COVID-19 cases in correctional facilities.
Because of the county's jailing needs, capacity should be more than 1,000, he said.
Feighner said staffing has increased slightly, moving from 134 to 141 employees. The sheriff's department's goal is to exceed 150 employees in the coming months, he said.
A 2013 Allen County Jail survey found deficiencies in the staffing at the jail, which had 130 confinement officers at the the time. William Wilson of the Indiana Sheriff's Association performed the survey. He found that the jail should employ at least 171 confinement officers.
Morris alleged his Eighth Amendment rights were violated during his incarceration. Leichty ruled that understaffing and other issues at the jail must be addressed.
Leichty ordered the sheriff's department and commissioners to provide a safe environment for inmates. Additionally, the sheriff's department must maintain a sufficient staff to meet supervision and recreational needs of pretrial detainees and prisoners.
The jail receives seven job applications a week, on average. And about half of the applicants are ineligible for employment, Feighner said, citing one factor that has delayed staffing increases.
Leichty commended the jail's efforts to address understaffing but said he is concerned about the actual progress being made and whether it is enough.
"I don't want to undercut the efforts in any way," Leichty said. But current staffing issues will be an even bigger problem in the future with a new jail, he added.
With a staff of 155, the jail would be less strained, Feighner said.
About 20 violent incidents have been reported at the jail each month – an issue the attorney and Leichty agreed was not a direct result of the staffing.
Kenneth Falk, an American Civil Liberties Union attorney representing Morris, said the violent incidents were not as big of a concern for him.
"That's going to be a problem as long as there are humans in that facility," Falk said.
Falk said he was content with the progress being made and the cooperation among the parties.
"I think we are on the right path," he said.
Diana Bauer, an attorney representing the community activist group Help Not Handcuffs, shared concerns about transparency in the process. She cited county governing boards' meeting times being during the average person's work day and the number of public meetings.
Leichty reiterated that community involvement in decision making for the new jail is the key to success in resolving issues identified in the lawsuit.
"I do believe this is a community-wide challenge," Leichty said, "and it will require community-wide input."
Leichty set the next status hearing for 10 a.m. Sept. 29. Leichty said he hopes to hear more information about plans to fund the new jail's construction and how to increase staffing. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/update-on-new-jail-heard-goals-for-next-hearing-set/article_a3e2d9a8-0160-11ee-8496-af771502f16d.html | 2023-06-02T23:35:46 | 1 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/update-on-new-jail-heard-goals-for-next-hearing-set/article_a3e2d9a8-0160-11ee-8496-af771502f16d.html |
NATIONWIDE -- June second marks the anniversary of many illustrious events in America. Babe Ruth retired from baseball. Kraft unveiled Velveeta cheese. But none of those pales in comparison to National Donut Day.
"It's one of my favorites. It is a chocolate glazed doughnut," Local Bangor native Charity declared as she stood outside Dunkin'.
Dunkin' locations here in Bangor and across the country celebrated the day by giving out free donuts with any beverage purchase.
The national event provided a much-needed sweet tooth fix on even the stormiest days, and the people we talked to took advantage of the holiday.
"Yeah my boss came into work she got a dozen doughnuts for everybody. glazed and Boston Creme," said Charity.
If you didn't get a free doughnut today, mark your calendars for next year so you don't miss out on this sweet holiday. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/local-dunkin-celebrates-national-free-doughnut-day/article_c6ca9ad2-018d-11ee-b806-6f21336880a1.html | 2023-06-02T23:36:04 | 1 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/local-dunkin-celebrates-national-free-doughnut-day/article_c6ca9ad2-018d-11ee-b806-6f21336880a1.html |
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ORONO -- A new food truck in Orono is receiving lots of support from the community despite the lack of university students this time of year.
FWOB, which stands for friends without benefits, made its way onto the Orono scene this past month and have been welcomed by the community with open arms.
It's lead by a team of three childhood friends who decided after the pandemic they wanted to take on a new business adventure together.
"It's been great like I mean we're really happy we've been post up in Orono, everyone has been super nice, we haven't had any bad experiences, gotten a lot of compliments, so like couldn't get much better than that," said Gavin Russel, one of the owners.
Owners Delany Burns, Matthew Cunha and Gavin Russell say placing themselves in a town where the population drops nearly 12 thousand this time of year as students pack up to go home for the semester was definitely a risk. Despite the lack of student population at certain points of the year, they do not regret parking their truck in a college town.
"I genuinely thought that when the students went home we would be dead but actually the town of Orono has come out to play and it's been awesome," said fellow owner Burns. "We get a lot of landscapers, electricians, we've had the fire department, some policemen, some professors and our family and friends are super supportive we've had a lot of them come from Patten."
Coming from unique backgrounds, the three had to start from the ground up and figure out how to navigate this business venture, but feel confident given that most of their competition is in the Bangor area.
The truck features a wide menu of burgers, fries and more. Owner Matthew Cunha's sister Rebecca Sleeth brought her two daughters to the truck and is happy to see their success despite challenges they have faced.
"They had some struggles getting started, it seems like lots of things have gone against them but since they've officially opened this year things have been going really great," said Sleeth. "On Facebook all the time I hear people saying how amazing the food is - the fries, the burgers. My two girls are really excited to be here today to try the milkshakes out and we're really glad we were able to come up here."
Owner Delaney Burns says despite the traditional time frame of food truck season, they plan on welcoming the University of Maine students back to Orono next semester.
"We want to be open until the snow hits so we already have a round of specials planned for the students coming back that we're really excited about that I'm not going into detail yet but I'm really excited for the students to come back," said Burns. "[We're] hopefully doing something for them that's a little different. There's so many different businesses in this area and we want to be part of things, so that's what we hope for to be part of it and for the students to come hang out with us."
For more information about FWOB you can check out their website or find them on Facebook. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/new-food-truck-in-orono-survives-without-university-students/article_1333b4b6-018a-11ee-af82-1b35e59435c9.html | 2023-06-02T23:36:10 | 0 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/new-food-truck-in-orono-survives-without-university-students/article_1333b4b6-018a-11ee-af82-1b35e59435c9.html |
AUGUSTA -- After seven hours of testimony during a public hearing last week, and a lengthy work session Thursday, the Labor and Housing Committee voted to advance a bill that would create a statewide paid family and medical leave program.
"I'm absolutely over the moon...yesterday was a really, really big day," said Senator Mattie Daughtry, the bill's sponsor
The bill is sponsored by Sen. Daughtry and Rep. Kristen Cloutier, they say this is something that all Mainers need.
"There are 11, now 12 states that have P.F.M.L. programs. Maine is the only state in New England that does not offer a paid family and medical leave program," said Cloutier.
The Labor and Housing Committee made some amendments to the bill during the work session. As it reads now, the proposed bill would allow employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave each year.
During that time, the benefited amount would equal to 90% of a worker's wage for income earned up to half of a Mainer's average weekly wage.
The Maine paid leave coalition issued a statement following the decision saying "paid family and medical leave will help Maine people, families and businesses succeed. We urge lawmakers to finish the work of the commission, of Sen. Daughtry and Rep. Cloutier, and accept the strong vote from this committee to finally deliver what Mainers so clearly support -- a comprehensive paid family and medical leave program."
Senator Daughtry says she's hopeful that the house and senate will see the importance of this bill to Maine families.
"Only 35% of Mainers have access to unpaid family medical leave. That leaves the majority of Mainers stuck with no access to unpaid leave let alone paid leave. I think they'll hear loud and clear what we did," said Daughtry.
The proposed bill is expected to be voted on the senate as early as next week and by the house the following week. | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/paid-family-medical-leave-proposal-moving-to-house-and-senate/article_dc9abcb8-0190-11ee-8159-b3e099269461.html | 2023-06-02T23:36:16 | 1 | https://www.foxbangor.com/news/local/paid-family-medical-leave-proposal-moving-to-house-and-senate/article_dc9abcb8-0190-11ee-8159-b3e099269461.html |
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A Naples man turned a $50 scratch-off ticket into a prize of $1 million.
According to the Florida Lottery, Andrew Vander Wall, 40, claimed his $1 million prize at lottery headquarters in Tallahassee after winning the 500X The Cash scratch-off game.
Vander Wall — still in shock, chose to receive his winnings as a one-time lump-sum payment of $820,000.
“It’s crazy!” he said. “I’m still freaking out.”
Vander Wall purchased his winning ticket at Circle K, located at 6615 Dudley Drive in Naples. The store will receive a $2,000 bonus commission for selling the winning scratch-off ticket.
The $50 500X The Cash scratch-off game features a top prize of $25 million, the largest ever offered on a Florida scratch-off game — and the best odds to become an instant millionaire! The game’s overall odds of winning are 1-in-4.50. | https://nbc-2.com/news/local/collier-county/2023/06/02/collier-county-man-wins-1-million-playing-lottery-scratch-off-game/ | 2023-06-02T23:37:22 | 1 | https://nbc-2.com/news/local/collier-county/2023/06/02/collier-county-man-wins-1-million-playing-lottery-scratch-off-game/ |
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Why did the peacock cross the road?
That’s what many are wondering after six feathered friends were seen roaming a neighborhood in northeast Cape Coral.
The muster was quick to pass through Jacaranda Parkway and NE 1st Avenue.
“In four glorious years of living here, there’s been two that have been sighted, and they walked through the backyard,” said Ben Thompson, who lives near the area.
The Yucca Pen Preserve is north of where the peacocks were seen walking.
Thompson believes that’s where they came from.
“Best guess as little as we’ve seen them is that they’re probably wild,” said Thompson.
When it comes to interacting with wildlife in the rural area, he said it’s best to keep a safe distance.
“This is a piece of heaven here, and we just treat it with the right respect. All’s good. It’s Mother Nature at its finest,” said Thompson. | https://nbc-2.com/news/local/lee-county/2023/06/02/peacocks-spotted-roaming-around-cape-coral-neighborhood/ | 2023-06-02T23:37:29 | 0 | https://nbc-2.com/news/local/lee-county/2023/06/02/peacocks-spotted-roaming-around-cape-coral-neighborhood/ |
ROANOKE, Va. – With the Queen of Steam finally back in town after over four years, the Virginia Museum of Transportation will welcome visitors on Saturday.
The “Blow the Whistle Event” is happening from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for those interested in viewing the steam locomotive.
It costs $35 per person, in addition to the price of admission.
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Visitors will have the chance for a cab tour, and to blow the whistle.
Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required, and you must be 16 to be in the cab unaccompanied.
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PIPESTEM, W.Va. – With the kick-off to the summer season, Pipestem State Park in West Virginia is rolling out a new series of adventures for the family and even those willing to up the adrenaline ante.
The park has invested millions of dollars in Pipestem Adventures, giving people an experience that goes beyond the normal state park experience.
Most notable is a guided zipline experience that traverses the new river multiple times and takes more than three hours to complete.
“Zip lines are all about topography and the topography at Pipestem is unbelievable. It’s in a gorge the Blue Stone Gorge, the river runs through it and so we were able to run the zip line across that gorge three times at heights of 300 feet in the air, so you know it’s more exhilarating being that high,” said Paul Buechler, CEO of Pipestem Adventures.
There are also new water features in the pool area as well as family-friendly inflatable kayak tours and a separate program that offers everything from ax throwing and skeet shooting.
Watch John Carlin’s complete interview with Pipestem Adventures CEO Paul Buechler below. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/pipestem-state-park-adds-adventure-series/ | 2023-06-02T23:41:45 | 0 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/pipestem-state-park-adds-adventure-series/ |
SOUTH BOSTON, Va. – The South Boston Police Department is searching for suspects after several car break-ins and credit card thefts.
In the incidents, SBPD said the group breaks vehicle windows and steals credit cards, then travels to local grocery stores, and uses the stolen cards to buy thousands of dollars worth of Visa gift cards.
There have been several reports of break-ins at Town Parks and Recreation areas and Church parking lots in South Boston, but police said the suspects in the group are known to law enforcement agencies across Virginia and North Carolina as the “Felony Lane Gang.”
The suspects were seen driving a newer model blacked-out, Dodge Charger with an out-of-state temporary tag on the rear of the vehicle, and is described to have a loud exhaust, authorities said. We’re told the group is typically seen wearing hoodies and COVID-19 masks, which conceal their identities from surveillance cameras.
As a precaution, the South Boston Police Department is urging citizens to keep their valuables with them, hide them in a location that cannot be seen from the outside of their vehicle, put them in the trunk, or leave those items that are not needed at that time at home.
If a citizen has their car broken into or realizes their cards have been stolen, SBPD said it is imperative that they contact law enforcement and their bank immediately to report the incident.
The police department noted that they are also requesting local stores to check the ID of people buying many gift cards in self-checkout lanes and make sure their ID matches the name on the credit card being used.
Police say in the video above, a suspect is at Walmart buying thousands of dollars in gift cards with a stolen credit card. We’re told the credit cards are typically used just minutes after a break-in. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/south-boston-police-department-looking-for-suspects-after-car-break-ins-credit-card-thefts/ | 2023-06-02T23:41:51 | 0 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/south-boston-police-department-looking-for-suspects-after-car-break-ins-credit-card-thefts/ |
ROANOKE, Va. – The Carilion Clinic Ironman Triathlon is being held in Roanoke this weekend, and it could be the last to be held in the Star City.
The race will start off at 6:30 a.m. at Carvins Cove.
First, athletes will head to the water for a swim, then they’ll bike across the Blue Ridge Parkway. For the last portion, they will run a half marathon at Rivers Edge Park Roanoke. In total, athletes will swim 1.2 miles, bike 56 miles on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and run 13.1 miles.
Race leaders are glad to get to see people from as far away from New York participate, 1200 adults and 300 children racing.
“Honestly kids’ races are always our favorite, it’s good to host 1500 people here and two to three people here come here with each race,” Brandt Bernat, Operations Director said.
Leaders said they will evaluate if and when they can come back to Roanoke in the future. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/thousands-in-roanoke-for-carilion-clinic-ironman-triathlon/ | 2023-06-02T23:41:58 | 0 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/thousands-in-roanoke-for-carilion-clinic-ironman-triathlon/ |
Detroit Grand Prix brings the noise back downtown and fans love it
Detroit — It was hot, it was noisy and it was a blur.
If that is your idea of fun, and for tens of thousands of people it was, you’re going to love the Detroit Grand Prix.
The three-day racing event began Friday, but Belle Isle was nowhere to be seen. In the bring-the-mountain-to-Mohammad department, the race returned to downtown Detroit for the first time in 32 years.
Attendees liked the proximity even if it was a struggle to reach the 1.7-mile-long fortress-like track encircling General Motors Co.’s Renaissance Center and the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel entrance.
“It’s great to have it here,” said Patti O’Sullivan of Roseville. “You don’t have to walk far for a restaurant."
Friday was for qualifying and practice sessions, but it featured Trans Am Series sports cars moving fast through the street circuit turns — and that’s all fans needed.
On a day when temperatures reached 90 degrees Fahrenheit, hats and fluids were treasured items. Cotton also was a luxury, not for clothing but for the ears. Conversation was impossible as the cars roared by.
John Robinson of Detroit had none of it, no hat, no water, no suntan lotion, no earmuffs. He allowed it to be his first race.
“I’m OK,” he said in the shade of the Millender Center. “I’m a little tired, but it’s fun.”
Fast cars in one part of downtown Detroit equaled slow cars in other parts. With Jefferson Avenue walled off, and access points limited, a long queue of cars backed up on Interstate 375.
More:Guide to the Detroit Grand Prix: Everything you need to know
Motorists prowled side streets, but there were no shortcuts. Parking also was a challenge.
Despite all the challenges, fans were giddy with the plethora of race cars in their midst.
The candy-colored cars sounded like gunshots as they changed gears to turn corners. At Beaubien and Atwater streets, Wendy Lewis of Franklin marveled at how tightly a string of cars cut the corner.
“It’s a lot harder than it looks,” she said. “They’re amazing athletes.”
Unlike Robinson the neophyte, Lewis is an old pro with the Grand Prix. She’s been coming for 20 years when part of Belle Isle morphed into a race track. But this is her first one in the shadow of the Renaissance Center. She loves the scenery.
“You have everything you need. It’s great for the city and for the people,” she said.
More:The story behind how Detroit's grand prix raced back downtown
Besides changing the locale, organizers also made the event more accessible by opening half the course to the public.
Along those lines, the event opened Grandstands One and Nine for free Friday. The two grandstands held 300 people. By contrast, two nearby grandstands for paying customers held just 65 people.
The freebie seats sported T-shirts while the ticketed crowd at Grandstands 8A and 8B boasted knit shirts.
On the other side of the track from 8A and 8B was a banner hanging from a parking garage. “We live in the D. Work in the D. Play in the D,” read an ad for Pet Supplies Plus.
Alas, there were no ads for the hoi polloi in One and Nine.
More:Bud Denker brought the Detroit Grand Prix back downtown
One similarity among all the seats was that the back rows were more popular than the front. Claude Grace of Petoskey, sitting in the last row of Grandstand One, explained why.
“It’s too loud,” he said about the vehicles racing by. He also said something else, but it was lost in the drone.
The choicest viewing spots of all were the suites, where the gentry was treated to cushioned seats, white tablecloths and ice cream.
Several blocks from the racetrack, workers prepared Cadillac Square to host several dozen pop-up businesses over the weekend. They filled the block-long downtown park with hundreds of tables under a white tent. Large video screens were erected to show the race.
The park’s ancient fountain gurgled a soft stream of water. “For the people,” read an inscription above it.
With inclusion as the theme for this year’s race, the new-old location will undoubtedly attract more non-racing fans like Robinson.
He said he didn’t know the name of a single driver but didn’t mind. He loved the sheer spectacle of the whole thing.
“It’s bringing people to Detroit. That’s a good thing,” he said.
Will he and his sunburn return this weekend? He’s thinking about it, and, if he does, he’s bringing a hat.
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2 Metro Detroit companies settle with EPA over emissions tampering devices
Two Metro Detroit companies settled with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency after allegedly selling devices designed to bypass or disable vehicle emissions control systems, the EPA announced Friday.
Green Diesel Engineering LLC and CAV Engineering LLC, both of Commerce Township, collectively will pay a penalty of $350,000. Both agreed to stop tampering, manufacturing and selling the devices, known as "defeat devices," the EPA said.
Manufacturing, selling and installing the devices is a Clean Air Act violation, as is tampering with emissions control systems.
Keith Cavallini, who owns both companies, said he sells devices that reprogram diesel vehicles' computers that control engine and transmission functions. He advertises the devices as a tool to make diesel vehicles use fuel more efficiently.
He said that, for a time, he was programming vehicles to reduce carbon dioxide emissions but that the process resulted in more nitrogen oxide emissions.
The settlement will help prevent the emissions of nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxides and particulate matter, the EPA said. Those pollutants contribute to health problems including asthma and decreased lung function.
"Selling and installing defeat devices on vehicles and engines will not be tolerated," said EPA Region 5 Administrator Debra Shore in the release."Emission control systems on vehicles protect public health by reducing pollution, which is why EPA is committed to ensuring that companies comply with the Clean Air Act."
Cavallini said he stopped in 2019 when the EPA started its investigation into his businesses. He said it was easier to pay a fine than to continue negotiating.
The EPA launched a National Enforcement and Compliance Initiative in 2020 to put a stop to aftermarket defeat devices. Last fiscal year, the agency resolved 24 civil enforcement cases through the effort.
ckthompson@detroitnews.com | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/06/02/2-metro-detroit-companies-settle-with-epa-over-emissions-tampering-devices/70283132007/ | 2023-06-02T23:46:09 | 0 | https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2023/06/02/2-metro-detroit-companies-settle-with-epa-over-emissions-tampering-devices/70283132007/ |
The local Tunnel to Towers Race is happening Sunday, August 20th this year.
It's in honor of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter who couldn't drive past the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel, following the September 11th terror attacks, so he strapped 60 pounds of gear to his back and ran through the tunnel to the towers, where he gave his life saving others.
This is a big year for the local race.
For the first two years, it was the Utica Tunnel to Towers 5k Run and Walk.
This year, it's the Central New York Tunnel to Towers 5k Run and Walk.
"We became a regional event. We grew so quick in the first couple of years, that we really wanted to keep growing this event and not keep having other events popping up in the area kind of taking way from one another, so this is the one regional eent covering Syracuse, Watertown, Binghamton, and the Utica areas," says Event Director, Phil Trzcinski.
You can sign up now, on Tunnel to Towers Central New York's Facebook page.
The money raised goes to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which provides mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children, and builds specially-adapted smart homes for catastrophically - injured veterans and first responders. | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/local-tunnel-to-towers-5k-run-and-walk-going-regional-this-year/article_86812a60-018b-11ee-b919-a7bcff1b9b1a.html | 2023-06-02T23:46:17 | 0 | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/local-tunnel-to-towers-5k-run-and-walk-going-regional-this-year/article_86812a60-018b-11ee-b919-a7bcff1b9b1a.html |
The Oneida County Overdose Response Team issued an overdose spike alert Friday, after three people died from drug overdoses on Thursday, in west Utica. Officials could only say the overdoses happened in the area of Noyes Street.
"There were three in one day, but there were two different substances found. They look different from each other. One was crystal like. One was white powder like," said Sean Miri, Director of Substance Use Services for Oneida County. "I do find it very significant that the two drugs that were found looked different from each other, so it's just like, it wasn't one supply."
Among the unanswered questions: were the three using together? How did they ingest the drugs that killed them? Were they given Narcan? Officials do believe they know why the substances that killed them were so deadly.
"Right at the moment, it's suspected it is fentanyl, an opioid like substance," said Miri.
For now, one of the best hopes of stopping the runaway train of addiction is harm reduction.
"Some people may not understand that addiction, you know, like, 'hey, that person's using. That person deserves what they get because they're making their own choices.' But that's still somebody's daughter, somebody's son. And at the end of the day, harm reduction is about saving lives, and if we're not about saving lives, then what are we about?" said Miri.
One thing they're trying to spread the word about-the public has free, anonymous, 24/7 access to Naloxone and Fentanyl test strips at the new public health kiosk at the Giotto Center, on Oswego Street, on the west side of the North/South Arterial, in Utica. Because, as one treatment expert put it: "as long as they're alive, there's hope." | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/spike-alert-issued-after-three-people-die-of-drug-overdoses-in-utica-june-1st/article_18746838-0187-11ee-81d8-633703a1dffe.html | 2023-06-02T23:46:23 | 0 | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/spike-alert-issued-after-three-people-die-of-drug-overdoses-in-utica-june-1st/article_18746838-0187-11ee-81d8-633703a1dffe.html |
Prior to the start of the Ride for Missing & Exploited Children, wreaths were laid in memory of lives we’ll no longer get to enjoy. This year’s ride is dedicated to Dick Jordan who passed away unexpectedly in April. Dick is one of the original men who rode their bicycles from Utica to Washington D.C. in 1995 to raise awareness of missing Sara Ann Wood. Kathy White is this year's Master of Ceremonies.
"We ride for a man who gave his time, heart, soul for a cause that he truly believed in. A cause that changed many lives including all or ours."
Dick Jordan was so dedicated to protecting kids, he continued his cause even after his death. Ed Suk the Executive Director of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children spoke about how dedicated Dick Jordan was to the cause.
"How powerful it was to see Dick, our Grandfather of the Ride laid out in his final resting place proudly wearing his shepherd jersey for the Ride for Missing Children that he will wear into eternity."
Mike Butler has been participating in the Ride for Missing Children for the past 18 years, and talked about the impact Dick Jordan had on the ride.
"First off Dick grew the ride. I mean it started with 5. At the peak it was at 525 before COVID and stuff, so we’re in a re-growing stage right now, but he was probably the most meaningful person."
What could be more meaningful than the lessons these riders are teaching our children, and the message that’s getting through? Mt. Markham Student Lilith Ingerham was paying attention.
"It’s better to have someone with you because if somebody tries to attempt to take you, the other person can help or go get help."
Mia Catronbone, also from Mt. Markham Student got the message.
"You want to tell your parents or anybody that’s part of your family where you’re going so you don’t get stolen or lost."
The mission is to 'make our children safer one child at a time', and if you’d like to be a participant or contribute here's a link to that information: https://www.therideformissingchildren.com/ | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/the-2023-ride-for-missing-and-exploited-children/article_8c781eaa-018c-11ee-a130-f38048d5140d.html | 2023-06-02T23:46:30 | 0 | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/the-2023-ride-for-missing-and-exploited-children/article_8c781eaa-018c-11ee-a130-f38048d5140d.html |
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP — An agreement among county, state and national organizations will allow a section of airspace in the township to be used for military and commercial testing.
Howard Kyle, president of the National Aerospace Research & Technology Park in EHT, announced the agreement signed Friday by officials representing U.S. Transportation Command, Air Mobility Command, the NARTP and the Atlantic County Economic Alliance.
The agreement will create a test and evaluation corridor for the development of uncrewed aerial systems, or drones, and advanced air mobility technology.
The NARTP was awarded $2.249 million in federal funds earlier this year.
“This agreement is a significant accomplishment and will demonstrate the NARTP’s ability to facilitate aviation research,” said NARTP Chairman Mark Loeben, a retired Air Force major general and current American Airlines captain, in a news release. “USTRANSCOM and AMC are major players in aviation. Their interest in working with the NARTP helps to advance both the development of the NARTP and the emerging aviation industry in New Jersey’s Atlantic County.”
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Under the agreement, the parties will develop a prototype dual-use East Coast test and evaluation corridor to be used in demonstrating, developing and evaluating new technology for military, commercial, academic and federal government use.
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Advanced air mobility involves the use of electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing aircraft to move people and cargo between places not easily served by other modes of transportation. That and the drone technology are being developed rapidly by government and military agencies and private industry, Kyle said, and the testing corridor will help prepare this technology for national airspace.
The corridor will run between Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in Burlington County and Dover Air Force Base in Delaware. Facilities involved in the agreement will serve as launching and landing spots within the corridor, including the NARTP.
“The (agreement) is an outcome of the NARTP’s work with AMC and FAA on the Airfield Autonomy Initiative that involves the testing and demonstration of automated lawn mowing, foreign object debris sweeping, and perimeter patrol in both military and civilian airfield environments,” Kyle said.
The Economic Alliance, which leads economic development in the county, provided funding for portions of the agreement using U.S. Economic Development Administration planning grant funds.
"Opening the airspace for military and civilian UAS/AAM research will create significant economic development opportunities that will benefit the entire state of New Jersey,” alliance President Lauren Moore said in a news release. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/agreement-to-bring-aviation-technology-testing-to-egg-harbor-township/article_c25d9d00-0174-11ee-bee7-6fe9d0c997e5.html | 2023-06-02T23:50:08 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/agreement-to-bring-aviation-technology-testing-to-egg-harbor-township/article_c25d9d00-0174-11ee-bee7-6fe9d0c997e5.html |
ATLANTIC CITY — A city man was arrested after he was found with drugs and two dozen catalytic converters at his residence, police said.
Felix Beltran, 50, was charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance, possession with intent to distribute, possession with intent to distribute within 1,000 feet of a school zone, possession with intent to distribute within 500 feet of a public zone, possession of drug paraphernalia, receiving stolen property, criminal mischief and possession of burglary tools.
Beltran's arrest stems from a monthlong probe into narcotics distribution, police said Friday in a news release.
Detectives executed a search warrant on a home in the 100 block of North Iowa Avenue, finding Beltran there. Recovered from the home during the search were numerous prescription pills and drug paraphernalia, police said, without naming the types of drugs found.
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Police also found 24 catalytic converters for automobiles, as well as tools to remove those parts from cars.
Five converters are tied to unnamed businesses that reported them stolen, police said. Detectives returned those and are working on identifying from where the other devices came, which could lead to additional charges.
Anyone with information that could help police can call 609-347-5858. Anonymous tips can be texted to tip411 (847411), beginning messages with "ACPD." | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/atlantic-city-man-caught-with-two-dozen-catalytic-converters-drugs/article_243e5b9e-017b-11ee-9dbe-dbc885b826bf.html | 2023-06-02T23:50:14 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/atlantic-city-man-caught-with-two-dozen-catalytic-converters-drugs/article_243e5b9e-017b-11ee-9dbe-dbc885b826bf.html |
VINELAND — The Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office on Friday released body cam footage that showed an altercation between police and a city man who was brandishing a knife before being shot by an officer last month.
At 11:18 a.m. May 5, police responded to a residence in the 500 block of East Birch Street, where they encountered Luis R. Conde-Perez, 28, who was armed with a large knife. Police alleged Conde-Perez charged toward an officer and another person on the scene, resulting in the officer shooting Conde-Perez twice with his service-issued firearm.
The footage, which the Prosecutor's Office posted to its YouTube page, shows police arriving on the scene that morning. It was apparent from the footage police were aware that Conde-Perez was in possession of a knife and that the other person injured was Conde-Perez's father.
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When officers arrived, they warned a nearby woman on scene to remain in her car. The officer then asked the father if Conde-Perez spoke English, which the father said he did not.
Conde-Perez could then be seen on the porch of a residence, with officers confirming he was holding a knife.
The officer called out "Hi Luis," who responded in Spanish. As the officer talked with the father, he asked the woman in a nearby car to move down the street.
After the car moved, Conde-Perez moved swiftly toward the officer. A Spanish-to-English translation on the body cam showed that Conde-Perez repeated "He will have to kill me" three times.
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The father tried to intercept Conde-Perez's advancement against officers' orders. He tried to slow Conde-Perez, who charged toward officers with the knife. Conde-Perez then turned and slashed the knife toward the father, and the officer raised his firearm and fired two shots at Conde-Perez.
The father immediately dropped to his knees to check on Conde-Perez, who said, "You called them. I told you Dad, I told you" in Spanish. The officer reported Conde-Perez attempted to stab his father amid the chaos. The father appeared to have a stab wound in his left side when the officer lifted his shirt to check on him, the footage showed.
After a few moments of the father trying to comfort Conde-Perez, police ordered another woman to back away from the scene. The officer who fired the weapon then went to his vehicle to grab his emergency kit to administer aide before the footage ended.
Conde-Perez was airlifted to Cooper University Medical Center in Camden, where he was listed in stable condition. The father was treated at Cooper and released.
Conde-Perez was charged with criminal attempted homicide, two counts of aggravated assault and other weapons-related offenses.
He was ordered to remain in jail May 17. His attorney, Dinaz Akhtar, told Cumberland County Superior Court Judge Darrell Fineman there was no probable cause for attempted murder in the case, saying her client was experiencing a mental health crisis and was threatening to harm himself when he was shot by police.
Social workers were called to Conde’s house the morning of May 5 after he threatened to harm himself, Akhtar said. Then the ensuing altercation occurred. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/vineland-police-release-footage-in-shooting-of-man-wielding-a-knife/article_62c8ceaa-0188-11ee-a4da-e389bf194940.html | 2023-06-02T23:50:21 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/vineland-police-release-footage-in-shooting-of-man-wielding-a-knife/article_62c8ceaa-0188-11ee-a4da-e389bf194940.html |
Wisconsin leads $102.5 million antitrust settlement with Suboxone manufacturer Indivior
The Wisconsin Department of Justice along with 40 other states and the District of Columbia has settled a lawsuit for $102.5 million against the makers of anti-opioid addiction drug Suboxone for what it alleges are violations of antitrust law.
Indivior — the company that manufactures Suboxone — attempted to “destroy competition” by preventing generic Suboxone tablets from coming onto the market, according to Assistant Attorney Gen. Gwendolyn Cooley, the state's lead attorney on the case.
Cooley estimated that the number of users of Suboxone in Wisconsin was in the millions.
According to the plaintiffs in the lawsuit, Indivior engaged in an anticompetitive practice known as product hopping where the company attempted to prevent the use of generic drugs by switching the market from its branded Suboxone tablets to branded Suboxone film.
The plaintiffs alleged Indivior raised prices of the branded tablet to force consumers to switch to film strips. They further accused Indivior of misleading doctors, insurers and Medicaid about the safety benefits of film relative to tablets.
Another tactic Indivior employed was to file a citizen petition with the Food and Drug Administration, saying that the company was going to withdraw its Suboxone tablets from the market because they were unsafe.
Cooley described the petition as a “sham” and said that it was the view of the plaintiffs that the petition was filed to destroy the market for Suboxone tablets and force all consumers to use Suboxone film.
Indivior did eventually pull Suboxone tablets from the market, which Cooley alleges was done in order to prevent pharmacists from substituting generic tablets for prescriptions written for Suboxone.
The end result of Indivior’s maneuvers?
“Forcing the switch from tablets to film meant that [consumers] ultimately paid higher prices,” Cooley said. “In many cases, Medicaid paid higher prices, as well as private payers, like insurance companies, self-funded businesses and individuals.”
Wisconsin began investigating Indivior’s actions in 2014 and filed the lawsuit, in collaboration with 41 other states, in 2016.
After seven years of legal maneuvering, which was partially elongated by the COVID-19 pandemic, the parties agreed to a settlement this June. A trial date had been set for September 2023.
“I’m proud that Wisconsin DOJ led this significant multistate effort and is bringing this case to a successful conclusion,” Attorney General Josh Kaul said in a press release. “However long it takes, we will continue to hold companies accountable for alleged anticompetitive activities.”
Indivior was not required to admit liability in the settlement, and the company described itself as a “responsible steward of medications for addiction” in a press release.
Wisconsin's share of the $102.5 million settlement is $7.5 million.
“That's a substantial share, and partly reflects the fact that Wisconsin has put in a considerable amount of time on this case over the last eight-plus years,” Cooley said. | https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2023/06/02/wisconsin-settles-antitrust-lawsuit-with-pharmaceutical-company/70283074007/ | 2023-06-02T23:51:06 | 0 | https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2023/06/02/wisconsin-settles-antitrust-lawsuit-with-pharmaceutical-company/70283074007/ |
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — If a Pride festival, a county fair or even a sneaker and food event sounds fun to you, that shows there's something for everyone for your first weekend of June in Northern California!
This weekend's weather will be warming up just a bit with temperatures in the low-90s with a south southwestern breeze.
Gather some friends, maybe family members or even go solo but head outside, soak up that springtime-almost-summertime sun and enjoy some of these weekend events!
From live music to livestock, there are plenty of attractions along with classic fair foods, carnival rides, exhibits, small business booths, a kid's zone, carnival and more! Come and celebrate the San Joaquin region at their annual fair!
- 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. June 2-4
- Located at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds (1658 Airport Way, Stockton)
- Organized by the San Joaquin County Fair
- More information about this event HERE.
Expect an audience of more than 5,000 attendees to pack out the embarcadero and indulge in specialty brunch foods, vendors, live music, local artists, a mimosa garden, beer and wine garden. This is a family-friendly festival with a Ferris wheel, carousel and fun craft vendors for the kiddos to enjoy!
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. June 3
- Located at Old Sacramento Waterfront (1014 2nd St. Suite 200, Sacramento
- Organized by Meraki Logic, Inc.
- More information about this event HERE.
Enjoy all the best foods at this fair such as corned beef on Jewish rye, bagels with cream cheese and lox served with coleslaw and kosher pickle, blintzes, New York-style cheesecake, piroshkis, as well as Israeli dancing, entertainment and a bakery and deli with your favorite Jewish delicacies!
- 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. June 4
- Located at Temple Israel (5105 N El Dorado St., Stockton)
- Organized by Temple Israel
- More information about this event HERE.
This is an annual celebration of Filipino culture, history and contributions of Filipinos. There will be cultural showcases, food and drinks, arts and crafts, educational displays and more!
- 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. June 4
- Located at the Jose Rizal Community Center (7320 Florin Mall Dr., Sacramento)
- Organized by the Sacramento Filipino Fiesta
- More information about this event HERE.
Celebrate African American freedom at this free family-friendly event where you can enjoy performances, meet with Black authors, join a meditation training, shop and more as people gather in collective healing and celebration.
- 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. June 4
- Located at UC Davis Conference Center (550 Alumni Lane, Davis)
- Organized by Yolo Juneteenth
- More information about this event HERE.
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Get ready for the ultimate sneaker and food experience where you can indulge in delicious bites while admiring some featured footwork and the latest and greatest sneaker releases from top brands, as well as delicious food from local vendors. Come connect with fellow sneakerheads and foodies alike!
This Pride pre-party is the pregame to the pregame! Come hang out, eat and listen to some good music to get the community ready for the summer. There will be free monkeypox vaccines, STI screenings, drag performers, music, food and drinks!
- 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. June 3
- Located at the Sacramento LGBT Community Center (1015 20th St., Sacramento)
- Organized by the Sacramento LGBT Community Center
- More information about this event HERE.
Kick-off Pride in the most fabulous way! There will be an electrifying Drag Brunch with your favorite local queens all while live music provided by the incredible Meena Zaki keeps you moving to the beat. Grab the kiddos and join for this joyous occasion!
- 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. June 4
- Located at Drakes: The Barn (985 Riverfront St., West Sacramento)
- Organized by Drakes: The Barn
- More information about this event HERE.
Expect a fun-filled day including a community festival, music and more at this Pride fest! There will be an 8th Annual Run/Walk for Equality that will help to build a safer and more inclusive community in the city of Davis and surrounding communities.
- 7 p.m. – 1 p.m. June 3
- 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. June 4
- Located at Central Park (401 C St., Davis)
- Organized by Davis Pride
- More information about this event HERE.
There will be 100 vendors selling handmade items of all kinds. There will also be food trucks on-site, live music played by local DJs throughout the day, a music instrument petting zoo, hands-on activities for the kids and an overall good community!
- 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. June 4
- Located at Curtis Park (3349 West Curtis Dr., Sacramento)
- Organized by Sierra 2 Center For The Arts & Community
- More information about this event HERE.
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Friday is National Gun Violence Awareness Day, coming after multiple shootings in Sacramento County left two people dead and others injured all in the span of of 24 hours.
The United States is close to seeing 18,000 gun violence deaths so far this year, according to the Gun Violence Archive, which also predicts the U.S. will break its record for mass killings.
Students Demand Action, a group made up of student activists, gathered at the state capitol Wednesday to support bills they think would help end gun violence. One student who immigrated from Nigeria gave an impassioned speech on the steps of the capitol.
“I immigrated from my country to America to feel safe,” she said, going on to express how she now fears for her life.
The president of Student Demand Action at Cosumnes Oaks High School also spoke.
“We shouldn’t have to be thinking about escape routes in our classrooms every day at school. We shouldn’t have to experience lock downs and be in fear 24/7,” she said.
The students gathered on the steps of the state capitol, demanding action to end gun violence.
“I have younger siblings I have a young brother who is 1-year-old and I cannot imagine many other immigrant children who leave their country to come to America for a better education, for a better future, to make a change and we have to fight for our lives as children," said one speaker.
Nonprofit Everytown For Gun Safety estimates 19,000 kids are shot and 3 million are exposed to gun violence each year in the U.S.
“It’s summer time we are supposed to be outside relaxing swimming and we are here demanding action for a cause that should have been subsided a long time ago,” said another student.
According to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office they seen a spike in gun violence during the warmer months.
The community still recovering from the death of an 18-year-old shot who was killed hours before graduation.
Activist Berry Accius is afraid tragedies like this will continue without proper funding for intervention and prevention programs targeted for youth.
“No one cares enough when you really truly care we are not going to be at these moments and if you look at the trend in America the violence and gun violence is trending nationally look at the cities where are young people are screaming and crying for help,” said Accius.
Sacramento County activists are asking to be included in the Public Safety Budget and for built in programming funds rather than having to ask every year. | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/national-gun-violence-awareness-day-2023/103-fe818838-c70c-4c17-9d35-c5efcbf2ff3a | 2023-06-02T23:57:23 | 0 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/national-gun-violence-awareness-day-2023/103-fe818838-c70c-4c17-9d35-c5efcbf2ff3a |
On Tuesday (June 6) Lance Middle School students and staff will host their triannual Walk-a-Thon benefiting Alex’s Lemonade Stand, which funds research for childhood cancer worldwide. This year, more than 660 students participated and have collectively raised over $37,000, with totals growing each day.
The event kicked off with a school-wide research event in January. Teams of students researched various charities and created slideshows that were shared with all students during a primary election intended to narrow the options to the top nine charities. This was followed by a final school-wide election in April, which resulted in approximately 40% of the student population voting for Alex’s Lemonade Stand.
“The effort and creativity our students put into this project is commendable,” Lance Middle School Instructional Technology Teacher Melissa Kearby said. “They work really hard knowing they have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others and it is extremely rewarding to witness.”
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On Tuesday students will attend an assembly at 9 a.m. for a formal announcement of the final amount collected and a celebration of their hard work. At 9:30 a.m., students and staff will move to the track with walking slated to begin around 10 a.m.
“Our staff and students look forward to this event with great excitement,” Lance Middle School Principal Chad Dahlk said. “The teamwork and collaboration that evolves from the process is amazing. It takes learning to a whole new level when they know they are working together for a great cause in our world.”
This event originated in 2008 when a 7th grade science project on malaria led to a student-centered fundraiser that resulted in a $27,000 donation for the organization. The success of the event spurred a triannual tradition that has continued since, other than during the pandemic. | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/lance-middle-school-students-raise-over-37-000-for-cancer-charity/article_0577dc90-00b7-11ee-94ae-3b8a9e8f751d.html | 2023-06-02T23:59:15 | 0 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/lance-middle-school-students-raise-over-37-000-for-cancer-charity/article_0577dc90-00b7-11ee-94ae-3b8a9e8f751d.html |
Kenosha County has engaged Keen Independent to create a utilization and business plan for the Kemper Center/Anderson Arts Center campus.
As part of the process, the Keen Independent study team will develop a plan that includes a measurable analysis of the campus and recommendations to guide Kenosha County’s long-range planning goals.
The plan will be based on input from the public. Keen Independent invites residents to participate in a public input questionnaire to help develop the plan.
“Our objective is to study how Kemper Center and the Anderson Arts Center are currently being used, and to develop recommendations to optimize the facilities’ use and viability for many years to come,” said Kenosha County Executive Samantha Kerkman. “We welcome the public’s input as we develop this plan.”
The public can access the questionnaire online by visiting qrco.de/Kemper.
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The questionnaire will be live during the month of June.
Residents can also submit input regarding the Kemper Center/Anderson Arts Center Utilization and Business Plan by calling the project hotline at 262-208-4572 or emailing the study team at KemperCenterPlanning@keenindependent.com. | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/public-input-sought-for-kemper-center-anderson-arts-center-utilization-and-business-plan/article_3bb91a1e-00d8-11ee-a57d-2fbc58717dc8.html | 2023-06-02T23:59:21 | 0 | https://kenoshanews.com/news/local/public-input-sought-for-kemper-center-anderson-arts-center-utilization-and-business-plan/article_3bb91a1e-00d8-11ee-a57d-2fbc58717dc8.html |
The 2023 MRT Readers’ Choice Awards contest is now entering the final stretch with one full week of voting left. Voting in the contest will be open through June 11.
Several categories across the contest are still very close and just a few votes over the final week of the contest could make the biggest difference between who comes away with a coveted Gold, Silver or Bronze Award.
As an added bonus for participating, anyone who signs up and votes in 100 or more categories will be automatically entered into a drawing to win one of four $250 Visa gift cards. So don’t wait. Vote for your favorites today. | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/mrt-readers-choice-awards-contest-enters-final-18132845.php | 2023-06-03T00:02:19 | 1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/mrt-readers-choice-awards-contest-enters-final-18132845.php |
A new study by the U.S. Money Reserve shows that Midlanders aged 65 and older account for 18.7% of owner-occupied households in the Midland metro area.
The study also showed 47.7% of them moved into their home 30 or more years ago.
The study reported that baby boomers hold nearly 44% of total real estate wealth in the U.S.
“Baby boomer-owned real estate assets surpassed 40% of the U.S. total in the mid-1990s, and that number has hovered between 40 and 50% since. In the same period, Generation X and more recently the millennials have come of age and entered the market. Their combined shares of real estate wealth have grown from near zero to more than 45% today,” the study states.
Johnstown, Pennsylvania has the largest share of homeowners 65 and over that moved in 30 or more years ago of any small metropolitan area in the country at 69.2%. Midland’s share in the same category is 47.7%. | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/older-midlanders-account-18-7-owner-occupied-18132804.php | 2023-06-03T00:02:25 | 0 | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/older-midlanders-account-18-7-owner-occupied-18132804.php |
DULUTH — There’s a simple-but-thorny question behind Duluth Public Schools’ budget deliberations: what happens when the school district’s federal COVID-19 aid runs out?
District administrators proposed to school board members on Tuesday a $171.9 million spending plan for the 2023-2024 school year. The district would pay for that with about $173.4 million in federal aid, state aid, and local property taxes.
It’s a spending hike of about 8.6% from the $158.2 million budget that Duluth School Board members approved for the current school year, but the COVID-19 aid the district spent that year wasn’t yet a part of that figure. The tentative budget presented for the coming school year includes it.
Much of that revenue increase comes from funding hikes approved this spring by the Minnesota Legislature. That includes $2.78 million via a 4% increase to the state’s per-student funding formula, plus $3.78 million via a 44% increase to the money districts statewide receive to cover their special education “cross subsidy,” which is the gap between the money they spend to educate students with special needs and the money they receive for that purpose.
But next year’s tentative budget also includes the last of the district’s federal COVID-19 aid — about $10 million that administrators want to spend on counselors, social workers, teacher training, student programming, and so on.
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Also at play is $7.8 million from the sale of Central High School on the hill, which school district leaders hope to put toward new computers and software over the next 2-4 years — about $2 million per year beginning. The district agreed in August 2022 to sell the building for $8 million, but ultimately received the slightly smaller figure after closing costs.
In all, $24.3 million worth of “new” revenue is heading the district’s way, $6.5 million of which is recurring. The remainder, a combined $17.8 million from the pandemic money and the Central sale, is one-time funding.
“If we didn’t have the (COVID-19) funds, or if we didn’t have the land sale, or if we didn’t have both, where would we be?” Superintendent John Magas rhetorically asked Finance Director Simone Zunich at Tuesday’s meeting.
“We would not be able to have all the programs we have right now,” Zunich replied.
“We’d have some pretty significant reductions in force too, right?” Magas asked.
“Yes,” Zunich said.
The district’s finances are in a good spot, Magas said later, partly because of that COVID aid and partly because of the sale proceeds.
“As we forecast out, there’s some pretty significant dropoff because we don’t have the money to continue funding for technology and other things,” he said. “It’s sunny today, but the weather changes.”
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$28 million worth of pandemic aid
Approved within a year of the novel coronavirus’ initial rise in the U.S., a trio of federal laws allocated a combined $28 million to the Duluth district to help it navigate the pandemic. Administrators there have spent approximately $18 million of it so far. Federal guidelines require the remaining $10 million to be spent by June 30, 2024.
The school district is already weaning itself off some of that money. The equivalent of about 47 full-time employees are paid with COVID aid, according to documents presented to board members Tuesday. District administrators propose eliminating about 10 of them outright and absorbing the salaries of six into the district’s general fund.
Among those positions to be cut are four districtwide digital innovation specialists, a help desk technician, two paraprofessionals at Laura MacArthur Elementary School, and more. Among those set to remain are five other district-wide digital innovation specialists, who help teachers integrate technology into their lessons; guidance counselors at Denfeld High School, East High School, and Ordean East Middle School; and elementary reading and math interventionists, who help students struggling with those subjects.
“Very hard decisions,” Magas said Tuesday. “But part of what (the federal COVID aid) was allocated for was working on unfinished learning and also mental health needs. Those were seen as the two primary functions. So when we looked at what we were trying to make sure we kept, it was focused more heavily on some of the social-emotional mental health, as well as the intervention-type positions. Not that we don’t need all of them, but I think that those were the things that seemed more grounded in the primary drivers for the district at the time.”
Referendum considerations
When that aid runs dry, it could prompt the district to ask Duluth-area voters to approve a levy for general operating expenses or one for technology expenses. The other options, Zunich told the News Tribune, are to trim the district budget or to hope that COVID money is replaced with further aid from St. Paul.
The district could also restructure its debt, Magas said Friday.
A new operating levy, which would help pay for general expenses at the district, might not be a realistic option until later this decade. Duluth voters approved a 10-year one in 2018.
A technology levy, naturally, would pay for computers and other technology districtwide. Duluth Public Schools does not have such a levy in place. Voters here rejected a technology levy in 2018 — the same election in which they approved the current operating levy.
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Magas said the district should seriously consider a technology levy.
“We have to be very careful about what we would ask for,” he said. “Especially since we’ve had some tax increases in the community over the course of the past few years. As property values have gone up, people’s tax rates have gone up. I think it makes it a little more challenging and potentially delicate question as to whether or not there’s appetite for it.”
He declined to speculate on the likelihood that the school district pursues a levy referendum in the next two years.
“It’s important for us to have a really thoughtful conversation as to what our current reality is and what our options are,” Magas said. “It could mean a referendum or operating levy or restructuring of debt, but I think it’s important for us to really dig into those questions with a little greater depth.”
Duluth Public Schools leaders are set to give their 2023-2024 budget another look on June 13.
They’ve scheduled a meeting with district financial consultants to go over longer-term finances on June 15.
And the school board is set to consider formally adopting a budget for next school year on June 20. | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/duluth-public-schools-budget-outlook-is-sunny-for-the-moment | 2023-06-03T00:07:32 | 0 | https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/news/local/duluth-public-schools-budget-outlook-is-sunny-for-the-moment |
BOISE, Idaho — After his wife was just found guilty for murdering her children, Chad Daybell will now face a similar trial on April 1 in Ada County next year.
According to court filings dated Friday, Daybell's trial is set for April 1, 2024 at the Ada County Courthouse in Boise at 9 a.m., before Fremont County District Judge Steven Boyce -- the same judge who oversaw the trial of Daybell's wife, Lori Vallow Daybell. She was found guilty of all charges against her on May 12.
Chad Daybell, 54, is charged with conspiracy to murder and first-degree murder in the deaths of Lori Vallow's children, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan. He is also charged with conspiracy to murder and first-degree murder of his wife, Tammy Daybell, along with two counts of insurance fraud and one count of grand theft related to the deaths.
Prosecutors say Lori Vallow, her brother Alex Cox and Chad Daybell created a religious-based plan to murder their family members in order to obtain social security and insurance benefits.
Chad Daybell's wife was found dead on Oct. 19, 2019, in the home they shared together. Tammy Daybell's cause of death was determined to be homicide by asphyxiation after her body was exhumed for further investigation, the Utah State Medical Examiner said in the previous trial.
The two children were discovered the next year, buried in shallow graves on Chad Daybell's property. Ryan was dismembered and burned while JJ Vallow was suffocated by a plastic bag, forensic experts said.
The death penalty was taken off the table for Lori Vallow due to a late discovery submission by the prosecution, but Chad Daybell still faces death.
If he is found guilty and doesn't receive the death penalty, he could receive life in prison. Under Idaho law, he could still plead guilty before he is tried.
A pre-trial conference in the case will take place on Feb. 22, 2024 in Fremont County. The entire trial is slated to continue until the end of May that year.
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CHANDLER, Ariz. — The driver who allegedly crossed into oncoming traffic and caused a fatal five-vehicle collision on the US 60 has been booked into jail.
Joel Izzett, 41, is facing several criminal charges for allegedly causing a collision Tuesday afternoon near milepost 239.
Court records show Izzett allegedly drifted into oncoming traffic, which resulted in a head-on collision with another vehicle. Debris from the crash struck three other cars.
The driver of the car hit by the suspect's vehicle sustained serious injuries and a passenger died at the scene.
Izzett allegedly displayed signs of impairment and investigators believe he was driving above the speed limit, records show.
After he was released from a Chandler hospital, Izzett was booked into jail and is facing charges of endangerment, aggravated assault, and second-degree murder.
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SEDONA, Ariz. — A wildfire dubbed the Miller Fire is forcing some trails to close in Sedona.
It's burning in the Secret Mountain Wilderness of the Coconino National Forest’s Red Rock Ranger District.
Trail closures:
- Secret Canyon Trail #121
- HS Canyon Trail #50
- David Miller Trail #164
- Bear Sign Trail #59
- Dry Creek Trail #52
- Long Canyon Trail #122
National Forest officials said low flames remain smoldering and creeping in the area. Crews are planning to place a long-term fire monitoring camera along the north rim of Secret Canyon over the weekend.
The fire was reported on May 20 and confirmed by fire officials on May 22 because of weather conditions.
The approximately 30-acre fire is now 31% contained. There are no structures threatened at this time.
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Residents in wildfire-prone areas are urged to have an emergency supplies kit to bring with them of they are evacuated from their homes, especially as Arizona residents are beginning to see early widespread fire activity throughout the state.
An emergency supply kit should be put together long before a wildfire or another disaster occurs. Make sure to keep it easily accessible so you can take it with you when you have to evacuate.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends that residents near a disaster store emergency supplies in a plastic tub, small suitcase, trash can, backpack, or other containers.
Residents should make sure they have the necessities, such as three gallons of water per person and a three-day supply of ready-to-eat food, the NFPA said. A first-aid kit, prescription medications, contact lenses, and non-prescription drugs should also be taken into account.
Copies of any important family documents, including insurance policies, identification, bank account records, and emergency contact numbers should also be taken and put into a waterproof, portable container in your kit, the NFPA said.
The association lists other items that would help in a disaster, including:
Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person
Battery-powered or hand-cranked radio and a NOAA weather radio to receive up-to-date information
Dust mask or cotton T-shirt to filter the air
Matches in a waterproof container
Complete change of clothing including long pants, long sleeve shirts, and sturdy shoes stored in a waterproof container
Signal flare
The entire NFPA checklist of supplies can be found here. | https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/wildfire/miller-fire-closes-sedona-hiking-trails/75-b8aacd58-bf5a-4e76-b330-f43e877a9c17 | 2023-06-03T00:07:44 | 1 | https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/wildfire/miller-fire-closes-sedona-hiking-trails/75-b8aacd58-bf5a-4e76-b330-f43e877a9c17 |
SUMMIT HILL, Pa. — It's a routine walk Fred Collins and his dog Summit take every day in Summit Hill.
"We went around the block and around the park," Collins said.
But when they returned from their walk on Memorial Day, Collins got quite the surprise, one he says he'll never forget.
"When I came back home, there was a bag sitting on the front porch here with this note attached to it, and inside was a new Marine Corps flag, and there was an anonymous note from a neighbor stating that their grandfather was in the Marine Corps as well and they saw that my flag was looking worn," Collins said. "So they went out and bought me a new flag."
Collins flies the flag outside his home because he served in the Marine Corps from 1987 to 1993.
Initially, when he saw the bag on his porch on Monday, he thought someone dropped something off at the wrong house. But after opening it and finding this note, he realized it was for him.
"Just overwhelmed. I mean, I almost had tears coming to my eyes trying to read this note out. It was really amazing," Collins said. "I couldn't help but go on to social media and post it because, I mean, you just don't see these random acts of kindness anymore."
Collins says Summit Hill is a very patriotic and veteran-friendly borough, but he never thought someone would go out of their way to bring him a brand-new flag. He now says he's paying it forward.
"I will definitely be on the lookout for anybody else who needs a new flag, and I will definitely do the same thing or even anything at this point," said Collins.
After receiving the flag, Collins went out and bought a new American flag to replace the one he had.
He has a simple message for the anonymous person whose gesture meant the world to him.
"I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart," Collins said. "It really meant a lot for me to come home and find that on the porch. It's so sweet that you actually took the time and thought that I really needed a new flag, and you went out and got it for me."
As for the worn Marine Corps flag, Collins says he plans to retire it properly.
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SCRANTON, Pa. — A fire badly damaged a home in Lackawanna County on Friday.
Officials say flames broke out along Blair Avenue in Scranton around 4:30 p.m. following a lightning strike.
One person was home at the time of the fire as well as two dogs; everyone made it out okay.
No one was injured after the fire in Scranton.
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ASHEBORO, N.C. — Small enough to fit into the palm of your hand this trio of cuteness is making their debut at the North Carolina Zoo.
Proud parents Cosmo, 9, and Sahara, 3, gave birth to sand cat kittens. This is the couple's first litter.
The zoo says the mom and the kittens are doing well and that the kittens are even starting to explore their surroundings at the Desert Habitat.
While there's no doubt these kittens are adorable the North Carolina Zoo says looks can be deceiving.
Zookeepers say sand cat kittens are ferocious and wild species that should not be kept as pets.
Sand cats kill venomous snakes in the desert, hunt during the night to avoid the heat of the desert, and are naturally secretive.
They are one of the smallest feline species in the world and are native to the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula, North Africa, and Asia.
Sand cats also have a keen sense of hearing which makes it easier for them to detect creatures under the sand. They use their amazing digging skills to then capture those creatures swiftly.
In human care, the cats can live to be 13 years old. It is not known how long they can live in the wild due to their mysterious nature it's rare to see them in the wild.
You can catch the sand cat kittens at the North Carolina Zoo soon and they plan to offer a public naming poll for the kittens that will be announced on their website and social media.
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BALTIMORE — In 2024, the Morgan State University Marching Band will have the honor of performing in the D-Day 80 Normandy Parade in Normandy, France.
Taking place on June 6, 2024, the exclusive invitation to Morgan's band to participate was extended by Music Celebrations International.
Morgan State's marching band becomes the first band from an HBCU to participate in the International Memorial.
“When we think of the historic events that have shaped the 20th century and the decades thereafter, the courageous moments that took place on the beaches of Normandy, France nearly 80 years ago, are among them. The opportunity to have our students not only represent our University but also our nation on such a grand world stage in recognition of such a monumental occasion is truly an honor,” said David K. Wilson, president of Morgan.
Their performances will pay homage to the sacrifice of hundreds of thousands of Americans known as "The Greatest Generation" who gave the ultimate sacrifice. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/morgan-state-marching-band-set-to-perform-at-d-day-80th-anniversary-in-normandy | 2023-06-03T00:17:01 | 0 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/morgan-state-marching-band-set-to-perform-at-d-day-80th-anniversary-in-normandy |
BALTIMORE — A day to celebrate Black runners is happening this weekend and it’s is shedding light on an organization created to unite Black communities around the world.
BRO Day started during the pandemic and has grown to a worldwide collective spreading light and positivity in Black communities across the globe.
Isa Olufemi is the creator of the Black Running Organization (BRO). He said since 2020 it’s been a celebration for Black runners.
“I mean movement is medicine. I would imagine that if you are living that sedentary lifestyle, and just not exercising, things can be hard for you right now, not just physically, emotionally, socially,” Olufemi said.
Each year hundreds of people gathered for BRO Day to unite in solidarity while running together in Baltimore and across the globe. The founder said the event serves as a way for people to network and fellowship while practicing physical activity, serving as a demonstration of unity and racial solidarity.
“I think that we should celebrate all of our victories, regardless of how small or how big they are. Black people need more reasons to celebrate. So Black Running Organization Day is a day for Black runners to celebrate. And, even if you're not a runner, Bro Day is the day where you should become one,” Olufemi said.
Although it’s called BRO Day the run is not just meant for men, but instead invites entire families in the Black community to join.
“It's easy to run by yourself, getting your folks together, organizing your people is the challenge,” Olufemi said.
It’s a challenge BRO leaders are encouraging Black Baltimore to accept. This year is a two mile unity run down Eastern Avenue.
Olufemi said this collective also serves as a way to shine light on the good in the city.
“There are intellectual heavyweights, here in Baltimore, there are creators, there are artists here in Baltimore, and our children are brilliant” Olufemi said.
And organizers are encouraging peace to the runners who they want to grow along with them.
“Running is for us. It's a fast track to knowledge of self. So we invite the whole Black community to come celebrate the Black Running Organization, they hope to see you there,” Olufemi said.
BRO Day is happening from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday starting at M&T Bank parking lot along Eastern Avenue and South Broadway. | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/the-black-running-organization-hosts-annual-bro-day-to-celebrate-black-runners | 2023-06-03T00:17:07 | 1 | https://www.wmar2news.com/local/the-black-running-organization-hosts-annual-bro-day-to-celebrate-black-runners |
Chad Daybell appears during a court hearing in St. Anthony, Idaho, on Aug. 4, 2020. Daybell’s murder trial is scheduled to begin April 1, 2024, at the Ada County Courthouse.
A date has been set for Chad Daybell’s murder trial. It will begin April 1, 2024, at the Ada County Courthouse in Boise.
Daybell is charged with multiple counts of first-degree murder, conspiracy to commit murder and insurance fraud in connection with the deaths of his late-wife Tammy Daybell, and the two children of his current wife Lori Vallow — J.J. Vallow and Tylee Ryan.
J.J. and Tylee’s remains were found buried on Chad’s property. Tammy’s death was originally ruled natural causes and her body did not get an autopsy initially. When Tammy’s body was later exhumed, her death was ruled as homicide by asphyxiation.
The news of the trial date comes exactly three weeks after Lori was found guilty of grand theft and multiple counts of first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder in the same case. Her trial lasted six weeks and consisted of evidence detailing an illicit affair and religious extremism where Chad and Lori claimed to be gods and discussed getting rid of “obstacles” in order to be together. Her attorneys have since requested a new trial.
Concerning Chad’s trial, a pretrial conference at the Fremont County Courthouse is scheduled for Feb. 22, 2024. All discovery in the case must be completed and served before Feb. 1, 2024. Jury instructions, exhibits lists and witness lists must be submitted by March 11, 2024. | https://www.idahopress.com/news/local/date-set-for-chad-daybells-murder-trial/article_9003e0aa-0190-11ee-8f2f-531fddc9c326.html | 2023-06-03T00:29:02 | 0 | https://www.idahopress.com/news/local/date-set-for-chad-daybells-murder-trial/article_9003e0aa-0190-11ee-8f2f-531fddc9c326.html |
KUNA — Brittni Heywood has been drawn to dogs since she was a child growing up on a farm.
“I've always been around dogs and I was the kid that would be in the ditch bank with the dogs playing, and I just kind of gravitated towards them,” Heywood said.
Heywood is now a certified dog trainer and owns a dog behavior and training company called Potential Unleashed. And she’s expanding the company with a unique offering that has been a year in the making — a swimming pool for dogs.
Heywood said she realizes there are a lot of places in the area for dogs to swim, but places like rivers, canals and streams might not be suitable for dogs due to safety — especially if the dog isn’t a strong swimmer to begin with.
“What most people don't realize is how unsafe rivers, creeks, canals and ponds are. So, this kind of came along with, ‘well, how do we fix that? Or how do we change that?’” Heywood said.
Heywood said what also inspired her to undertake this “passion project” was all the health and fitness benefits swimming lends to canines. It puts less pressure on their joints and can help prevent injuries. According to the Potential Unleashed website, swimming can help dogs with many things, including hip and elbow dysplasia, arthritis, obesity and releasing emotional stress. Heywood is passionate about animal fitness, she said it has completely changed the life of her older dog, Diesel.
The Potential Unleashed Pool, or P.U.P., will offer individual swims, assisted swims and group lessons. For assisted swims — which are essentially swimming lessons for dogs — and group lessons, a trainer will work in the pool with the animals. Assisted swims are $75 for 40 minutes and individual swims are $60 for 40 minutes. Heywood said she looks forward to watching owners interact with their dog from the dock.
“I just want people to learn that there's other ways to connect with their dogs and meet their dog's needs,” Heywood said. “I just hope that everybody enjoys it as much as I'm hoping that they're going to.”
The 21-foot by 48-foot soft-sided, above-ground pool has a liner made for dog claws, holds over 30,000 gallons of water and has two sand filtration systems. Heywood said that eventually she wants to expand the dock to allow for dock diving.
The P.U.P. will have its grand opening on Saturday at 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The grand opening will feature approximately 20 vendors, a silent auction, and dogs that do well on-leash around other dogs can try the pool for a free 10-minute swim.
Funds raised from the opening will be donated to three local animal rescues: Moonsong Malamute Rescue, Paws Rescue, and Friends Forever Animal Rescue.
“Some people are asking, 'Well why do three?' … Why not do three?” Heywood said. “I know how underfunded they can be. And I know that there's a lot of big rescues that do amazing things, but there's also the little rescues that people don't realize are around.”
She said she hopes to be able to provide the rescues, which heavily rely on foster families to shelter their animals, with increased publicity in addition to the donation from the silent auction.
The P.U.P is located at 2735 E. Kuna Road in Kuna.
Sydney Kidd covers Kuna, Melba and Meridian for the Idaho Press. She is the supervising editor of the Kuna Melba News and Meridian Press. Send her an email at skidd@idahopress.com and follow her on Twitter @Syd__Kidd.
Sydney Kidd oversees and reports for the Kuna Melba News and Meridian Press weeklies, in addition to her reporting and editing duties for the Idaho Press. She is a graduate of Utah State University and holds a degree in journalism. Previously, Kidd completed internships with Boise Weekly and Deseret News. A true Boise girl, she is happy to be working for a newspaper that serves the area she grew up in. In her free time, Kidd enjoys water and snow sports, discovering new food joints with her husband and occasionally running away to the ocean. | https://www.idahopress.com/news/local/dog-days-of-summer-p-u-p-pool-opens-in-kuna/article_ebce8d1c-017d-11ee-893f-6bee771032bf.html | 2023-06-03T00:29:08 | 0 | https://www.idahopress.com/news/local/dog-days-of-summer-p-u-p-pool-opens-in-kuna/article_ebce8d1c-017d-11ee-893f-6bee771032bf.html |
Two Idaho Power applications that will change customer rates have been approved by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission.
The utility company received approval for its power cost adjustment rates and fixed cost adjustment rates, according to a press release.
The power cost adjustment rate will be spread equally over two years to mitigate impacts on customers, per the release. The average residential customer using 950 kilowatt-hours per month can expect to see an increase of $12.72 per month.
For the fixed cost adjustment, an average residential customer using 950 kilowatt-hours per month will see an approximate $1.66 decrease in their monthly bill from June 1, 2023, through May 31, 2024. This decrease will also apply to small general service customers.
When both adjustment rates are calculated together, customers can expect to see a 10.34% increase for residential customers, an 8.08% increase for small general service customers, a 16.19% increase for large general service customers, a 20.26% increase for large power customers and a 15.01% increase for irrigation customers.
Typical residential customers should see an overall monthly increase of $11.06 between the two filings, per the release.
“We are sensitive to the impacts rate increases have on our customers, and our company works hard to keep our expenses low and our prices well below the national average,” Idaho Power President and CEO Lisa Grow said in an Idaho Power press release. “This case is largely focused on the infrastructure additions that have been necessary to reliably serve our growing customer base.”
According to Idaho Power, the last rate case for the company was filed in 2011 and since that time its company base has grown 23%. The company states that the higher rates will “ensure Idaho Power collects the level of revenue from customers necessary to cover costs and allow for a reasonable rate of return.” | https://www.idahopress.com/news/local/idaho-public-utilities-commission-approves-idaho-power-rate-increase/article_4b1e3dfe-0164-11ee-be46-1743f8582e2b.html | 2023-06-03T00:29:14 | 0 | https://www.idahopress.com/news/local/idaho-public-utilities-commission-approves-idaho-power-rate-increase/article_4b1e3dfe-0164-11ee-be46-1743f8582e2b.html |
CROWN POINT — A Gary man was nabbed with 205 grams of cocaine after the use of a confidential informant in the course of the investigation.
Demetrius Green, 41, was charged Friday with four counts of dealing in cocaine, one count of unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon and one count of possession of marijuana, according to court records.
Police reported they conducted three separate controlled purchases between April 1 and May 31, charging documents stated. The controlled purchases involved a confidential informant purchasing drugs while wearing video and audio recording devices.
On the three occasions, the confidential informant purchased about 15 grams of a rock-like substance found to contain cocaine, according to charging documents.
Throughout the drug deals, Green was identified driving a black Dodge Durango and a red Chevrolet Suburban, which was later tracked via GPS to two houses Green occupied, the probable cause affidavit stated.
In one of houses, in the 2000 block of Wright Street in Gary, police found multiple handguns, a shotgun and an assault rifle, according to charging documents. Police also found about 131 grams of cocaine at the house.
At the second house, in the 1700 block of Van Buren Street in Gary, police said they found 29 grams of cocaine and another handgun.
Green was arrested Thursday and posted bond in the amount of $6,500. His next appearance has not yet been set.
PHOTOS: Hammond Police Department award ceremony
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job.
The Hammond Police Department recognized numerous officers for their hard work and courageous efforts while performing their job. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-courts/gary-man-nabbed-with-205-grams-of-cocaine/article_a5af44a0-0166-11ee-839b-7755190e5b26.html | 2023-06-03T00:30:04 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crime-courts/gary-man-nabbed-with-205-grams-of-cocaine/article_a5af44a0-0166-11ee-839b-7755190e5b26.html |
CROWN POINT — It was close to sunset when 726 red-robed Crown Point High School graduates walked onto the football field to cheers and waves.
The 141st annual commencement was scheduled for Wednesday but got pushed back a day because of the threat of thunderstorms.
Even at that, Thursday's ceremony was delayed an hour because of afternoon rain.
Principal Russ Marcinek welcomed the graduates and those who came to cheer them.
“This is an important rite of passage,” he said.
Alexander Emmanoilidis and Colleen Kozlowski gave the student addresses. Both graduated summa cum laude.
Emmanoilidis offered praise and thanks to parents and school staff who helped graduates through their four years of school.
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He described that time as a journey in which some thrived, some struggled, but all pushed through.
He shared a quote from President Franklin D. Roosevelt: "A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor. Sometimes sailing is smooth, but other times like a never-ending storm."
Kozlowski told graduates that no matter what their plans are, whether college, trade school or work, their “future starts today.”
She recalled walking into Crown Point High School as a freshman and feeling overwhelmed by senior boys who towered over her.
She said she and fellow graduates emerged from their high school days after dealing with "unprecedented times.”
Kozlowski said her father tells her the same thing every day: "Grass doesn’t grow on a basketball.”
She nods in response to the phrase that she said brightens her day. “It serves as a reminder not to live life so seriously,” she said.
Michael Bazin, a history teacher at Crown Point for 15 years, said he was honored to speak to the Class of 2023 as part of the faculty address.
Bazin said he has always tried to be connected to students, whether it’s learning the latest internet memes or teen slang words.
He’s also told some corny dad jokes.
Marcinek ceremoniously presented the class to school officials and guests. Superintendent Todd Terrill accepted them as graduates before the presentation of diplomas.
Greg and Tina Chip watched their oldest son graduate.
She described his high school years as an "emotional roller coaster. But we couldn’t be more proud of him and how hard he has worked to get to this point."
He'll be attending the University of Indianapolis to pursue a career in computer science.
“These students have had many challenges along the way and have faced things we never could have imagined when we were their age,” she said. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crown-point-grads-weather-the-storm/article_ffa87cca-016f-11ee-b374-5f7f46b19eaa.html | 2023-06-03T00:30:10 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/crown-point-grads-weather-the-storm/article_ffa87cca-016f-11ee-b374-5f7f46b19eaa.html |
HAMMOND — For Bishop Noll Institute, Thursday's graduation was a time to rewrite the school’s history.
First, the Catholic high school marked its 100th graduation ceremony. Second, the school had its first African-American valedictorian. Finally, the guest speaker was more than a good buy.
He was Damien Harmon, Noll Class of 1996 and senior executive vice president of Best Buy.
This year’s valedictorian is Ayanna Wash of Whiting: president of and first-chair trumpet with the Noll band, vice president of the Drama Club who had the lead role in the spring production of “Little Shop of Horrors,” and a member of the Noll Biology Club.
She plans to study biology at Marian University in Indianapolis. She is looking at becoming a doctor and enrolling at the Marian College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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“Tonight is a symbol that all the hard work and endless hours have paid off," Wash said. "It shows that all that hard work means something."
As for being Noll’s first Black valedictorian, “it’s not just for me, but for others to be a symbol.”
To her classmates, Wash said: “We all have so much love to give. It’s important that we give as much love as we can, because the most important thing people need is kindness and love.”
Wash said she learned the importance of love long ago. She convinced her parents, Adriana Lopez and Jerel Wash, to let her enroll at Noll.
“Noll is a beautiful opportunity, and we’re also a family,” she said. “There’s so many wonderful people you come in contact with and learn from.”
Wash described the past four years to her classmates as a “wild ride, but we did it all together.”
Lopez commented on her daughter: “I’m ecstatic, beyond proud. She’s always had good grades in school.”
Added Jerel Wash: “I feel great. She made history tonight.”
The Noll class also made history, racking up $23,179,078 in college scholarship offers. BNI President Paul Mullaney said that figure may be a school record.
Mullaney urged graduates to be “warriors for peace, social justice and sanctity of life.”
Harmon, a father of six who lives in of Nashville, Tennessee, is senior executive vice president for Best Buy. He oversees various service offerings, including the Geek Squad, the store's national tech-support team. Some call him “Chief Geek.”
He entered BNI in 1992 from the Glen Park section of Gary. “This was a great school, and I loved every minute of it,” he said, recalling his football and track days.
“I loved the culture here. I loved the collision of different cultures coming together here.”
School officials reported on Noll’s diversity, with Hispanics comprising 60% of the student body, followed by whites at 20%, Blacks at 10%, and mixed ethnicities the remaining 10%.
Harmon played in NFL Europe, did not earn his college degree until his 30s, donated technology equipment to the John Will Anderson Boys & Girls Club in Gary, and and has 75,000 people report to him.
“Today is not just about something you accomplished. It’s about the people in the room who love you,” he told the graduates.
He offered this advice: Always remember you have power; never reduce your dreams to the level of your experiences; and have beliefs, vision, resilience and strength of will.
In a greeting to students, Principal Lorenza Jara Pastrick cited this Noll class for its grit and determination.
“I learned early in my career that the only control I had in my life is how I responded to life’s situations,” Pastrick said. “Your class has done just this throughout your high school career. You have adapted and adjusted to life’s changes. You have responded to life’s situations with a positive attitude.”
Rebecca Carlos of Hammond, one of the 104 graduating seniors, will study nursing at Purdue West Lafayette. “I’m excited to go to college,” she said. “I’m the first member of my family to go away from home.”
Gino Delli Colli of East Chicago will study accounting at Holy Cross College. “I feel I’ve accomplished something,” he said, having learned to “always try something new and try your best.”
Also headed to Holy Cross College is Daniella Giron of Lansing. Having come to this country from Guatemala, she spent one year at Noll. She wants to study biology and possibly become a doctor.
“I’ve learned to always be nice, because you don’t know what people are going through,” she said. | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/historic-night-for-bishop-noll-graduation-in-hammond/article_089dc3a6-0159-11ee-8742-8f55a41d6e5d.html | 2023-06-03T00:30:16 | 1 | https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/historic-night-for-bishop-noll-graduation-in-hammond/article_089dc3a6-0159-11ee-8742-8f55a41d6e5d.html |
BAY CITY, Mich. (WJRT) - One of four drawbridges in Bay City no longer will be free to cross beginning in mid-June.
Bay City Bridge Partners announced on Friday that tolls will be collected on the Liberty Bridge beginning on June 16. On that date, vehicles without a BC-Pass will be charged $5.50 to cross.
License plate readers will be installed to collect tolls from vehicles that lack the pass. Vehicles with a BC-Pass will be free for Bay City residents.
Nonresidents with a BC-Pass can pay $2 per crossing or $15 per month. Rates increase for vehicles towing a trailer and commercial vehicles.
Drivers can set up a BC-Pass account anytime before June 16 by clicking here.
The Liberty Bridge carries traffic on Vermont Street and Woodside Avenue across the Saginaw River. It is the only one of Bay City's four drawbridges to collect any tolls.
Contractors are working on the Independence Bridge, which is the northernmost Saginaw River crossing. Tolls will be charged there beginning in 2024 after the extensive maintenance project is complete.
The Michigan Department of Transportation owns and operates the Lafayette and Veterans Memorial bridges, which will not collect tolls. A rebuild of the Lafayette Bridge is planned for 2024. | https://www.abc12.com/news/local/tolls-start-june-16-on-bay-citys-liberty-bridge/article_1202caea-019f-11ee-9231-cb03e7a943a8.html | 2023-06-03T00:31:54 | 0 | https://www.abc12.com/news/local/tolls-start-june-16-on-bay-citys-liberty-bridge/article_1202caea-019f-11ee-9231-cb03e7a943a8.html |
ASHEBORO, N.C. — Small enough to fit into the palm of your hand this trio of cuteness is making their debut at the North Carolina Zoo.
Proud parents Cosmo, 9, and Sahara, 3, gave birth to sand cat kittens. This is the couple's first litter.
The zoo says the mom and the kittens are doing well and that the kittens are even starting to explore their surroundings at the Desert Habitat.
While there's no doubt these kittens are adorable the North Carolina Zoo says looks can be deceiving.
Zookeepers say sand cat kittens are ferocious and wild species that should not be kept as pets.
Sand cats kill venomous snakes in the desert, hunt during the night to avoid the heat of the desert, and are naturally secretive.
They are one of the smallest feline species in the world and are native to the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula, North Africa, and Asia.
Sand cats also have a keen sense of hearing which makes it easier for them to detect creatures under the sand. They use their amazing digging skills to then capture those creatures swiftly.
In human care, the cats can live to be 13 years old. It is not known how long they can live in the wild due to their mysterious nature it's rare to see them in the wild.
You can catch the sand cat kittens at the North Carolina Zoo soon and they plan to offer a public naming poll for the kittens that will be announced on their website and social media.
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DALLAS — When Sarah Yang was a college student at UC Berkeley in California, she took a required philosophy course.
Lessons she learned about "serving the greater good," apparently stuck. Because the beneficiary of her choices that year turned out to be a teenager in Plano who needed her magnanimous decisions for his own survival.
When we first met Chi Heng Chan this past February, it was already a pretty happy occasion.
"I am so thankful that you donated to me," he wanted to say to the anonymous bone marrow donor who helped him survive leukemia.
Diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in May 2019, the first chemotherapy treatment he received was not enough.
Doctors recommended Chi Heng a bone marrow transplant but none of his immediate family members were a close enough match. Instead, they searched the Be The Match registry, a national database of willing donors, to find a potential match. They found a 100% match.
Two years after his transplant surgery at Children’s Health, Chi Heng is in remission. But his donor, who they were and where they were from, was still a mystery.
That was until Friday.
"Hi, I'm Sarah nice to meet you," Sarah Yang said as she walked into a pre-arranged meeting at Children's Health in Dallas.
As a college student, she was aware that ethnic minorities are not as well represented on national registries. As an Asian-American, she wanted to help improve the odds.
"It's almost indescribable," she said of the phone call she received telling her that the simple saliva swab she submitted years ago had yielded a potential match.
"Certainly donating bone marrow is hard, but going through a bone marrow transplant is harder," she said of what Chi Heng has had to endure in his battle with leukemia. "I think that I just have a lot of gratitude to be here right now and to have this experience."
"Very exciting to see you looking so happy and vibrant," Yang said as she and Chi Heng embraced for the first time. "I'm grateful to be a small part of your story."
"I can't thank you enough," he responded.
"Well, his leukemia would have continued to relapse and ultimately he wouldn't have survived. And so this is a life-saving thing that Sarah did," said Victor Aquino, MD, Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist at Children's Health.
"A very special day," Chi Heng told us.
Thanks to the bone marrow transplant, Chi Heng is in remission, taking dual credit courses at Collin College and maintains a 4.0 GPA.
"Entering yourself into the registry is like one more chance in a million that someone gets their life back, a second life," he said. "You could be saving someone's life which is just amazing."
"I'm so glad you're feeling better," Sarah Yang said as the two hugged.
The families exchanged gifts and promised to stay in touch. Yang, ironically, now has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering and works for a cancer diagnostic company in upstate New York. But she said she considers herself just a normal person offering to help someone else.
"And I think there's something very powerful in that, right?" She said. "Anyone can get sick at any time and anyone can play a role in helping them. I feel so touched and happy to be part of his story."
But, science aside, they joked there might be one slight concern.
"Yeah so you and I have the same blood now," Yang joked. "So if we commit any crimes, like, we always have an alibi," she said as both families laughed.
"Just let me know beforehand," she responded.
If you would like to get more information on the bone marrow donation process, you can find the Be The Match link here. | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/plano-teen-meets-bone-marrow-donor-who-saved-life/287-84d26b59-6bc9-4e37-b37b-6596bc4fd6ca | 2023-06-03T00:46:35 | 0 | https://www.myfoxzone.com/article/news/local/plano-teen-meets-bone-marrow-donor-who-saved-life/287-84d26b59-6bc9-4e37-b37b-6596bc4fd6ca |
WYNNE, Ark. — Two months after an EF-3 tornado ripped through Wynne, cleanup is still happening on the grounds of the high school.
The building has since been torn down as the area gets ready for another to be built in its place.
Generations of students passed through the halls of Wynne High School, including alumni Hana Settles, who said it was hard for her to see the building go.
"I called my mom to check on her [the night of the storm]," Settles said. "She was like, 'It's bad... the whole school is just gone.'"
Settles was a regular on our morning show The Vine.
She last visited Wynne a few weeks before the tornado hit, gathering video for her 10-year class reunion.
That video is now one of the only memories of what's left.
"Just be able to be in the place that brought us all those memories," Settles said. "It's just not there anymore."
Wynne High School carried a lot of those memories for her, including dating her husband and meeting lifelong friends.
Settles isn't the only one with a close connection.
"There are memories," Wynne School District Superintendent Kenneth Moore said. "That's the one thing about Wynne, we are such a close-knit family."
Just like Settles, Moore is a graduate of the district. While the building is gone, the memories are still there, and they're planning to keep them around.
"One of the visions we have is to have a memory wall somewhere in the new high school," Moore said. "To have some things that some other schools and places have done for us."
It's also a chance to make new memories. They may not be able to get the building back, but the next generation of students will have a new home to remember all their own.
"To know of all the hope and what the future is going to bring to Wynne once the school gets rebuilt," Settles said. "Wynne is going to be on top once all of that is finished."
Moore said they plan to have the football field ready for the fall, but the new building will likely take a few years to finish. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/cleanup-on-wynne-high-school/91-051ee761-cac0-4e09-b8d6-fff00c70262a | 2023-06-03T00:49:04 | 1 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/cleanup-on-wynne-high-school/91-051ee761-cac0-4e09-b8d6-fff00c70262a |
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Kymara Seals founded the D’Andre Seals Suicide Prevention Outreach Project, a grassroots organization that started in Pine Bluff five years ago.
The group works to remove the stigma around talking about mental health by providing resources for families and individuals in need.
Seals started the organization after she lost her son D’Andre to suicide in 2014.
“Very family-oriented," Seals said. "He loved football, and his favorite subject was history and civics... He had a mental health diagnosis, had been diagnosed, and three months later, he was gone.”
Her experience led her to help others by starting a grassroots organization.
“How critically important it is to talk about mental health," Seals said. "To talk about suicide prevention, to educate the community because we are trying to normalize the conversation and rid the stigma around getting help."
Seals said the D’Andre Seals Suicide Prevention Outreach Project works to provide education and resources, which she sees as a way to help bridge the gap between where help is and who may need it.
“When my family went through this... this was the beginning," Seals said. "We did not know, and now we did get my son some help. It was just late for us... We do want to bridge that gap.”
The nonprofit is hosting a mental health summit in Pine Bluff on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central at 1900 South Hazel Street,
The event is free and open to everyone.
"We're going to have six mental health professionals in one location," Seals said. “We're excited about it. People can come to interact and get their questions answered."
Seals wants people to walk away from the event feeling empowered.
“With knowledge on how to help people in crisis," Seals said. "Making sure that they have the resources they need to be a mental health advocate for their family, friends and loved ones."
Seals said she’s glad to create a support system for others in the memory of her son.
“This is rewarding," Seals said. "Although bittersweet because for me to do this work, I had to lose my son... It does help with my healing.”
People can register for the event here. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/non-profit-connect-families-resources/91-7386744d-6594-4d76-aebb-1d8252e55a4e | 2023-06-03T00:49:10 | 0 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/non-profit-connect-families-resources/91-7386744d-6594-4d76-aebb-1d8252e55a4e |
A motorcyclist is dead after colliding with a car Friday afternoon in Gloucester Township.
At approximately 1:33 p.m. the Gloucester Township Police were called to the intersection of Black Horse Pike (Route 168) at Brewer Avenue for a serious crash involving a motorcycle and SUV, police said.
Police officers arrived to find the driver of the motorcycle lying in the road unresponsive and began performing life saving efforts until Blackwood Fire Department arrived and took over. The motorcyclist was not able to be resuscitated and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to authorities.
Black Horse Pike was shut down for approximately two and a half hours during the initial investigation, according to police.
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An investigation revealed that the motorcycle was traveling southbound on the Black Horse Pike when the driver of a gold colored Ford Escape pulled out in front of the motorcycle on Brewer Ave. to make a left hand turn.
Investigators said it appears the driver of the motorcycle attempted to avoid the collision, but was unable to stop, police said.
At this time there is no further information from authorities. The crash remains under investigation.
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This fatal motorcycle crash comes at the conclusion of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month where drivers are reminded to “yield to motorcyclists at intersections, be alert because they are smaller and often more difficult to see, and that the operator still has the same rights of the road as any other motorist.” | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/fatal-motorcycle-crash-in-gloucester-at-conclusion-of-motorcycle-safety-awareness-month/3578295/ | 2023-06-03T00:51:15 | 0 | https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/fatal-motorcycle-crash-in-gloucester-at-conclusion-of-motorcycle-safety-awareness-month/3578295/ |
RALEIGH — Gov. Roy Cooper has appointed Joel Oakley to serve as District Court Judge in Judicial District 18, serving Guilford County. He will fill the vacancy created by Judge Tonia Cutchin’s appointment to the Superior Court.
“Joel Oakley brings years of legal expertise to the bench,” Cooper said in a news release. “I am confident that he will serve with fairness and dedication.”
Oakley is a solo practitioner in Greensboro with decades of experience in private practice. He previously was a Partner at Rumsey & Oakley. He is a member of the N.C. Advocates for Justice, the Greensboro Bar Association and has served four terms as President of the Greensboro Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
Oakley earned his bachelor of arts at Appalachian State University and his juris doctor at N.C. Central University School of Law. | https://greensboro.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/joel-oakley-district-court-judge-appointment/article_e885a9c4-018c-11ee-ad37-c7b344101623.html | 2023-06-03T00:52:38 | 1 | https://greensboro.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/joel-oakley-district-court-judge-appointment/article_e885a9c4-018c-11ee-ad37-c7b344101623.html |
INDIANAPOLIS — More than two dozen residents of a north side apartment complex were displaced by a fire that started in a mulch bed Friday afternoon.
The fire started shortly before 5 p.m. Friday outside an apartment building on Racquet Club Drive, near Ditch Road and Interstate 465. Residents called 911 after seeing the fire in the mulch.
Firefighters said the fire quickly spread into an attic. Photos shared by the Indianapolis Fire Department show flames stretching up the side of the building.
One civilian suffered a slight injury in the fire.
Twenty-five people, including nine children, were displaced by the fire. IFD is working with apartment management to find those residents a place to stay.
The fire was brought under control in about 35 minutes, IFD said. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/mulch-fire-north-indianapolis-apartment-building/531-2c5d3bf9-26eb-42df-b8ee-3472b17941fc | 2023-06-03T00:53:51 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/mulch-fire-north-indianapolis-apartment-building/531-2c5d3bf9-26eb-42df-b8ee-3472b17941fc |
Nebraska Task Force 1 personnel work to build support beams during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Nebraska Task Force 1 personnel work to secure a support to a storage container during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
A Nebraska Task Force 1 worker cuts lumber into support beams during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Nebraska Task Force 1 workers carry support beams to hold up structure during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star
Adam Schaaf stands atop a pile of rubble during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
Members of Nebraska Task Force 1 finished a two-week structural collapse training course Friday.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s 80-hour course for structural collapses was completed by 15 new rescue specialists from Southeast Nebraska. The two-week course is just a small part of the two years of training the firefighters have gone through to become rescue specialists.
The training comes in the wake of a Davenport, Iowa, apartment collapse earlier this week. While the timing of the training was coincidental, the course occurs every three to five years to prepare for unexpected catastrophes.
“That’s why we train,” Capt. Ashley Engler said. “It can happen at any point in time, that’s why we have to be ready.”
Battalion Chief Brad Thavenet has been deployed several times across the country, including for the deadly 2021 building collapse in Surfside, Florida.
“It really helps you set up the scenario based on what can happen in the real world,” Thavenet said of the training.
On Friday, their final scenario included a simulation of a parking garage collapse near Pinnacle Bank Arena as crowds exit after a concert. The simulation took place at a training facility in south Lincoln used by the task force and Lincoln Fire and Rescue, with storage units transformed into fallen concrete structures with displaced cars, fires, explosions and trapped victims. The exercise posed a threat not only to victims, but to first responders as they had their abilities tested in concrete breaching, breaking, shoring, lifting and rigging. Two trapped victims were placed amid the simulation.
The trainees were divided into two squads working on similar simulations with instructors nearby to coach and instruct. The instructors checked over each step to break the habit of cutting corners and running steps together and to build muscle memory to help the team in the long run.
Structural Engineer Aaron Buettner was among the instructors checking over the work of cutting wood to build stabilizers for the structure.
“The techniques that we’re learning today will be instrumental to learning how to get into that structure safely and recover victims who are trapped inside,” Buettner said.
The simulation is carefully built to allow the instructors to track progress and time spent to ensure the squads are working effectively.
Four search and rescue dogs were also at the scene Friday to undergo their own training of finding buried victims. Thavenet said the dogs practice nearly weekly in piles of rubble. The rubble, consisting of rough fragments of concrete, stone and debris, comes from construction companies and busted projects. The pile is consistently moved around to provide a new course for the dogs.
The training included a victim hiding in a hole in the rubble for each of the dogs to sniff out and alert their handler for a reward. Lead canine search specialist Andrew Pitcher said the dogs are all highly driven and have a strong desire to work.
Most of the dogs come from the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation, where the dogs were taken in from shelters to be trained before they reach two years old.
“They come from being vulnerable dogs to valuable dogs,” Pitcher said.
The dogs are seen as advanced search tools to the team as they can enter collapsed structures after a tornado or hurricane and pinpoint victims down to about 10 feet in an unstable scene within minutes. The constant training is vital for the dog and handler to understand one another.
“It’s critical for the whole team,” Pitcher said. “You've got to build a lot of trust and respect between the team members and the canine.”
In addition to their quick skills, the dogs are also considered a part of the family as they often travel across the country to high-tension situations.
“The dogs come along and it’s good emotional support for the team,” Pitcher said.
Storm, a golden lab, searches a pile of rubble for survivors as Adam Schaaf (left) checks their project as during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
Nebraska Task Force 1 personnel work to build support beams during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
Nebraska Task Force 1 personnel work to build support beams during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
Nebraska Task Force 1 personnel work to secure a support to a storage container during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
A Nebraska Task Force 1 worker cuts lumber into support beams during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday.
Nebraska Task Force 1 workers carry support beams to hold up structure during a training exercise simulating the structural collapse of a city parking structure on Friday. | https://journalstar.com/news/local/members-of-nebraska-task-force-1-finish-structural-collapse-training-course/article_d7947352-0150-11ee-9ee1-47449b9864d5.html | 2023-06-03T01:04:23 | 0 | https://journalstar.com/news/local/members-of-nebraska-task-force-1-finish-structural-collapse-training-course/article_d7947352-0150-11ee-9ee1-47449b9864d5.html |
LYNCHBURG, Va. – Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Lynchburg, Dianna Baker, has released her report on the April 18, 2023 fatal collision that left a Lynchburg three-year-old dead.
The incident happened around 7 p.m. that day in a gravel lot parking lot of the Timberlake Dixie Youth Baseball field, as we previously reported.
According to Baker, there was a hill with stairs that led up to a ball field to the left of the vehicle involved, a 2014 F-250 truck.
We’re told three-year-old Logan Kozlowski was walking down the steps from the field toward the lot with his family just before the collision.
There were differing witness accounts of the incident, Baker said. One said when Logan reached the last step, he “started running” and “fell” before the collision, while another reported she saw something, which she did not initially recognize as a child, “rolling down the hill and falling under the truck’s front tire” before being struck again by the truck’s rear tire.
Baker said Logan approached the vehicle perpendicular to the driver’s side, and according to witness reports from the best point of view, he was struck by the front and rear driver’s side tires.
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Immediately after the collision, Baker said the driver stopped and cooperated with police. The driver told officers he was driving slowly trying to find a spot to park, and said he did not see anything before the collision.
The driver also told officers he felt his truck drive over something, then stopped when he heard people in the area screaming, according to Baker.
The report said that multiple witness accounts noted that the truck was moving slowly. Lynchburg police investigated the truck’s Event Data Recorders, a safety feature that captures a snapshot of certain vehicle dynamics and safety information only if an “event” is triggered.
According to Baker, no “event” was captured – “events” will not be triggered by a low-speed collision with a small object.
Baker’s conclusion statement reads as follows:
In this case, the driver did not see Logan approaching his vehicle perpendicular to the driver’s side. Even if it was possible for the driver to have seen Logan approaching, the opportunity to brake or take other evasive action was very brief, given that Logan began running or rolling after stepping off the final step down from the ballfield. The slow speed at which the driver was traveling was appropriate given the busy parking area and number of pedestrians, especially children, in the vicinity. No evidence suggests that the driver was impaired or distracted from the task of driving. No evidence indicates that the driver was operating his vehicle in an erratic, high-speed, or otherwise dangerous manner. Therefore, the manner in which the driver operated his vehicle does not rise to the threshold of recklessness required to sustain a criminal charge.
Dianna L. Baker, Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for the City of Lynchburg | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/no-charges-to-be-placed-after-fatal-collision-that-left-lynchburg-3-year-old-dead/ | 2023-06-03T01:12:47 | 0 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2023/06/02/no-charges-to-be-placed-after-fatal-collision-that-left-lynchburg-3-year-old-dead/ |
CENTRALIA, Wash. — Centralia Police Chief Stacy Denham said his department has had to become creative to chase after criminals.
“I challenged my officers to come up with new ways to get things done and they responded,” said Denham.
In 2021, state legislators passed the most severe restrictions on police pursuits.
The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs blame an increase in crime, specifically car theft, on the policy.
Denham said criminals know they won’t be chased for property crimes, like catalytic converter theft or car theft, and they’re taking advantage of the law.
“They’re smart, they know what they’re doing,” said Denham, “That empowers them to actually victimize even more people. That’s not good.”
But Denham said his office has been able to recover more stolen cars this spring, than in the past two years.
He credits a network of cameras programmed to identify license plates on vehicles involved in crimes.
The city is renting 20 Flock Safety cameras for a two-month trial period which ends in July.
Denham said he will go to council members requesting funding, more than $50,000, to sign a two-year agreement with the company.
Denham said his officers are using the information from the cameras to go after car thieves without having to chase them.
When a camera tips off an officer to a stolen car’s location, the officer waits until the vehicle is parked to approach the car.
Then the officer places a strip of spikes in front of one of the tires, called a Terminator, so if the suspect drives off, the tire will get flat.
“We’re waiting for them. We want to impede them from getting away so we don’t lose them in a pursuit,” said Denham.
Denham said the devices are making a difference, but not as much as allowing officers to chase after property criminals again.
"Even with Flock Safety, even with the Terminators, the problem that we have is we still have a bunch of cars that run from us, stolen cars. We get behind and try to stop them, that's the only avenue we have. They take off, and when they take off, we have to let them go. That's all we can do."
The next two-year state budget approved $3 million in grant funding for police agencies to obtain “modern vehicle pursuit” technology, including GPS devices, license plate cameras and drones. | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/public-safety/centralia-police-camera-technology-stop-chases-before-they-happen/281-dbc0bc45-73cd-4176-a900-586fe88fa987 | 2023-06-03T01:13:23 | 1 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/public-safety/centralia-police-camera-technology-stop-chases-before-they-happen/281-dbc0bc45-73cd-4176-a900-586fe88fa987 |
WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — Western Washington University graduate Cooper Cummings has returned from a trip to England with a unique bragging right.
Cummings won a 7-pound wheel of Double Gloucester cheese during an extremely cheesy competition that draws competitors from around the world.
During Cooper’s Hill Cheese Roll at Cooper's Hill, near Gloucester in England, racers chase the rolling cheese down a nearly vertical, 200-yard hill. The rules are simple: make it to the bottom of the hill first. The giant rolling cheese leads the way and can reach a speed of 70-plus miles per hour. The first racer to finish behind the cheese gets to limp away with it.
Cooper Cummings crossed well ahead of a perennial contender.
It might be a wild race, but it’s historic and has been held at Cooper’s Hill since at least 1826.
Cooper Cummings of Whatcom County was perhaps uniquely qualified to do well in the race. Cummings only hung up his collegiate athlete cleats in 2022. He was a four-year track and field athlete in high school and continued at Western, where he competed in the Decathlon and excelled in high jump and the pole vault.
He played high school football and carried his love of the sport with him on his chest for the cheese rolling race as he scrambled down the hill in a Seahawks jersey.
“My dad had the idea to wear the white jersey so I would stand out and it’s Seahawks so I gotta represent,” Cummings said.
He earned further style points by defeating a legendary cheese chasing British Army veteran who’s won the annual cheese rolling a record 23 times.
“I won the cheese and I got to meet cheese rolling legend Chris Anderson,” Cummings said.
The female race resulted in another dramatic finish that had the winner crossing the line unconscious. Nineteen-year-old Delaney Irving from British Columbia said she bumped her head and then the next thing she knew she was being handed the cheese.
What’s next for Cummings?
“My vision was to win the cheese roll and then compete on American Ninja Warrior,” said Cummings.
Until then, he will continue to coach sports in the Nooksack Valley School District. | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/whatcom-county-cheese-roll-competition-england/281-757b0dec-ffe0-43e7-a4d2-5ad617610af3 | 2023-06-03T01:13:29 | 1 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/whatcom-county-cheese-roll-competition-england/281-757b0dec-ffe0-43e7-a4d2-5ad617610af3 |
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — Washington County commissioners are staring at a roughly $5 million budget hole, but Mayor Joe Grandy said he’d like to avoid a tax increase the same year as Johnson City passes one and the county has a couple of levers it can pull to avoid one, at least this year.
One of those levers is likely to provoke controversy — a change in allocation of the rural portion of local option sales tax, which brings in about $8 million total annually.
“This year a number of communities around us…are necessarily having to make some changes in order to cover increased salaries and other things, so our goal is to avoid that this year and not to double burden our citizens with the tax change,” Grandy told News Channel 11 Friday.
It would take about a 15-cent property tax increase to make up the current gap without making cuts or finding other revenues. A penny in property tax brings in about $350,000 in Washington County.
Grandy said Washington County isn’t immune to the common factors that have been prompting numerous local governments to consider tax increases. Labor costs are the most prominent factor and Grandy said the county has raised wages significantly, particularly in law enforcement, and probably isn’t done yet.
“The market’s changed and the business world is seeing different salaries in almost every place,” Grandy said.
“To provide the service that people expect from our county in public safety and education and all of the other services that the county provides, we have to keep good people,” Grandy said. “Losing our good people and having to retrain new people is very, very expensive.”
Salary increases make up the bulk of higher budget requests this year as well, for the new fiscal year that begins July 1. But Grandy said several years of increases have helped reverse shortages, including in the county jail where one-third of correction officer positions were open at one point.
“That’s been rectified but it’s taken a little extra salary to accommodate that.”
Starting pay for road deputies, meanwhile, was just $12.30 an hour a half decade ago according to Grandy. It’s now reached $18 an hour and could go to $21 this year — increases Grandy said he doesn’t begrudge one bit.
“We’ve got to be competitive and we have to protect our citizens,” he said.
Pulling the levers
Grandy said commissioners are considering two primary ways to balance the budget without a tax hike.
One is an idea that was floated three years ago and abandoned after loud opposition from supporters of both the Washington County and Johnson City school systems.
Grandy said while all other counties in Tennessee keep the entirety of local option sales tax (2.5% in Washington County) for general government — and Johnson City does the same — Washington County has shared half of that total with the school systems every year since 1990.
Keeping that money in the general fund would increase county revenues by about $4 million, and leave both school systems needing to adapt their budgets in other ways.
Grandy said Washington County Schools have a fund balance of about $22 million.
“It’s required to be a little less than $3 million, and so from my seat, I feel like we need to balance total county dollars before we go to the citizens and ask for more,” he said.
County commissioners apparently agreed in their last budget workshop.
“That was the direction that they gave the budget committee so I think that’s probably what we will move forward with presenting back to them,” Grandy said.
“That will impact the general fund roughly four million dollars and hopefully avoid the necessity to change our property tax rate to cover these salary changes.”
Even with that decrease, if sales taxes stay robust the school system is likely to need far less than the $8 million in fund balance it would need to budget without more money from the county, Grandy said. The schools budgeted $6 million in fund balance drawdowns in the current year but will probably spend less than a million from it, he said.
The second option to avoid a tax hike lies in the current debt service fund balance. That has a self-imposed floor of $5 million, but it currently sits at close to $11 million. Grandy said he’ll recommend the commission use up to $2.5 million from that reserve if needed.
As for a tax increase soon if not this year, “it’ll happen,” Grandy said. “But my goal is to push it a year out so that it doesn’t tag team with Johnson City’s.”
Johnson City commissioners passed a 25-cent property tax increase on first reading June 1. It faces two more readings to become official. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/washington-county-tenn-options-to-avoid-tax-hike-include-ending-sales-tax-split-with-schools/ | 2023-06-03T01:15:52 | 0 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/washington-county-tenn-options-to-avoid-tax-hike-include-ending-sales-tax-split-with-schools/ |
AMES, Iowa — One year ago, Cornerstone Church Lead Pastor Mark Vance was in a meeting when the unthinkable happened.
"You never in your life anticipate having a call come to you to say there's an active shooter in the parking lot of your church," Vance said. "I was here at the church, had a meeting with our elders, 100 feet from it when it happened."
Vance said off-duty Ames Police Commander Jason Tuttle was also in that meeting and sprang into action to try and help.
"My first memories are watching my friend rush into the middle of this, and not being able to comprehend what's happening," Vance said.
"This is certainly nothing that any law enforcement or first responder in any community wants to hear the report of an active shooter," said Story County Sheriff Paul Fitzgerald.
Tuttle and sheriff's deputies arrived on scene nearly the same time, finding Eden Montang, Vivian Flores and their attacker, Johnathan Whitlach, deceased. Whitlatch and Montang had previously been in a relationship.
"Our hearts still go out to all the families who lost them that night, the families of the two young ladies who died that night," Fitzgerald said. "And the shooter of course is a bad guy, but he also has family and their hearts have got be aching over this every day as well."
Vance said in the days and months that followed, the community rallied around one another, courageously facing this trauma and supporting each other every step of the way.
"It's really hard always to walk through suffering, it's harder to walk through it alone," Vance said. "We've never been alone in that suffering, Christ has been with us, and we've been there for each other. And so you just have to learn how to lean into that in a time when it seems like everything else is crumbling."
Vance lit up when describing how he remembers Vivian and Eden.
"Both Eden and Vivian were vibrant, lively, full of life," Vance said. "Eden had an infectious laugh. Vivian was always dancing, always making jokes. They loved Iowa State, they loved their family, and they loved Jesus."
There will be two services this Sunday honoring Vivian and Eden at 8:45 and 10:45 a.m. People can also donate to a scholarship in Vivian's name by heading to the Cornerstone website. | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/cornerstone-church-shooting-ames-1-year-anniversary-eden-montang-vivian-flores/524-fa480b7b-05dc-423d-9348-c2c910e49f6c | 2023-06-03T01:16:14 | 0 | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/cornerstone-church-shooting-ames-1-year-anniversary-eden-montang-vivian-flores/524-fa480b7b-05dc-423d-9348-c2c910e49f6c |
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A man was injured in a Vancouver house fire after an explosion in his detached garage, according to the Vancouver Fire Department.
Although firefighters kept the fire from spreading to the house at 3114 P Street, they say they found one man inside the garage who suffered serious injuries.
Crews arrived at the house after receiving several calls from neighbors that said there was a fire in the area around 2:08 p.m. With a total of 28 fire personnel responding, the garage fire was extinguished and the man was taken to a Portland area burn center for treatment.
Although no cause has been confirmed by authorities, neighbors tell KOIN 6 News they heard explosions they thought were fireworks, but now believe it was ammunition going off.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation by the Vancouver Fire Marshal’s office, the Vancouver Police Department and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
Stay with KOIN 6 as we receive more information. | https://www.koin.com/local/vancouver-garage-fire-explosion-investigation-man-seriously-injured/ | 2023-06-03T01:16:48 | 1 | https://www.koin.com/local/vancouver-garage-fire-explosion-investigation-man-seriously-injured/ |
Fort Wayne/ Allen County
Free gun locks offered this month
State and local officials marked the beginning of National Gun Violence Awareness Month on Friday on North Clinton Street by sharing information and offering free gun locks.
Speakers included Purdue University Fort Wayne’s Behavioral Health and Family Studies Institute, Indiana Suicide Prevention Coalition, Stop Suicide of Northeast Indiana, the Fort Wayne chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, city police and the Indiana Veterans Administration.
Alice Jordan-Miles of the Behavioral Health and Family Studies Institute said officials held the event because more than 1,000 Hoosiers die of suicide every year, and having guns in the home increases that statistic.
“It’s not about taking away guns,” Jordan-Miles said. “What we want to do is to provide people with gun locks for free to anyone and everyone who would want them.”
Through June, free gun locks can be picked up at Freedom Firearms, 1525 Directors Row. The locks are provided for free through a partnership with Veterans Administration, Freedom Firearms and Purdue Fort Wayne.
Johnnie Mae Farm Market on Fridays
The Johnnie Mae Farm Market in the Renaissance Pointe neighborhood is now open Fridays through the summer and fall.
The market at 2518 Winter St. will be open from 2 to 6 p.m. Fridays.
The market also offers family-friendly events throughout the year, including healthy food samples, farm tours, games, chess and mobile bike repair clinics.
To find more information about the market and for a calendar of events, go online to www.johnniemaefarm.com or search for the farm on social media. Send questions by email to jmfarmfw@gmail.com
Air Quality Action Day declared
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management has issued an Air Quality Action Day for today for Allen, Huntington and Wabash counties and is forecasting high ozone levels, according to a statement.
Air quality information for all Indiana counties can be found at SmogWatchIN.gov.
IDEM is expecting higher temperatures, minimal cloud cover and conditions conducive for ozone development, the statement said.
Anyone who is sensitive to changes in air quality can be affected when ozone levels are high. Children, senior citizens and anyone with heart or lung conditions should reduce or avoid exertion and heavy work outdoors, the release said.
Air Quality Action Days generally occur when pollutants close to the ground are trapped by conditions such as light winds, hot and dry air, stagnant conditions and lower atmospheric inversions, the statement said.
– Journal Gazette | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/briefs-free-firearm-locks-available-for-national-gun-violence-awareness-month/article_510d82b8-019d-11ee-a10f-47132019ff13.html | 2023-06-03T01:20:36 | 1 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/briefs-free-firearm-locks-available-for-national-gun-violence-awareness-month/article_510d82b8-019d-11ee-a10f-47132019ff13.html |
A Fort Wayne City Councilwoman will ask fellow members to consider a bill that would modify how certain board appointments are made.
Councilwoman Michelle Chambers, D-at large, said the goal of the bill she will introduce Tuesday is aimed at improving access and transparency.
The ordinance would publicly identify a staff liaison for each board who can serve as a point of contact for residents who have questions about serving on boards and to compile an annual report of activities for council board appointees. It would also create the ability for council members to remove an appointee who isn’t “participating to the fullest on a specific board,” a news release said.
Chambers said in a statement that she wants council members to continue to develop the next general of leaders in the community through appointing board members.
“This is not intended to diminish anyone currently serving as a council appointee, but creating opportunities matters. Representation matters,” she said. “In addition, the staff liaison position will increase accessibility of these boards to the public, improving transparency.”
The bill also would limit appointees to no more than two consecutive terms. Appointees to the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Internal Audit Committee would be the exceptions to the term limits.
City Council members also currently have appointees on the boards and commissions for animal control, cable fund access, city and county economic development, public transportation, city redevelopment, metropolitan human relations, public art, safe housing, the Legacy Joint Funding Committee and the Urban Enterprise Association.
If at least five council members approve the bill’s introduction Tuesday, it will be discussed at a future meeting.
The move marks the most recent effort by City Council members to increase transparency and representation on boards.
Last month, City Council members approved reorganizing the Police Merit Commission so they can fill a seat that was previously chosen by the board’s other appointees. They also approved adjusting the Safe Housing and Building Oversight Committee to include one more City Council appointment and one less mayoral member.
City Council has also discussed replacing one of the mayoral appointments with a member they appoint to the Three Rivers Ambulance Authority board. City Council moved to hold that discussion until July 25 because of ongoing discussions about city and county funding for the ambulance authority.
For more information about City Council appointments, go online to www.cityoffortwayne.org/city-council-boards-and-commissions.html. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/fort-wayne-city-council-to-consider-new-board-appointment-rules/article_3cd6b3a4-0199-11ee-a247-4b899e22c48c.html | 2023-06-03T01:20:42 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/fort-wayne-city-council-to-consider-new-board-appointment-rules/article_3cd6b3a4-0199-11ee-a247-4b899e22c48c.html |
A 24-year-old man was sentenced Friday to 16 years in prison for his part in a 2020 murder.
Korta Thomas’ sentence stems from a plea agreement he signed last June that dismissed the murder charge he initially faced when he was arrested in connection with the shooting death of 23-year-old Hakeem Cage alongside his cousin, Javon Thomas, 20. The time will be served consecutively with a sentence for an unrelated domestic battery charge.
Cage was gunned down in front of his girlfriend and then robbed as he was dying in front of the Summit at Ridgewood apartments in Fort Wayne on Dec. 2, 2020.
In exchange for testifying against his younger cousin, who was sentenced Wednesday to 45 years in prison, Thomas was guaranteed to have his sentence set at 16 years on a felony charge of robbery resulting in serious bodily injury.
Though he was not required to testify at trial against his cousin, the agreement stands.
Both men were identified through witnesses who were able to describe the shooting, actions of the men before and after the murder, and phone records, according to probable cause affidavits signed by Fort Wayne Detective Liza Anglin.
Cage’s girlfriend told police she and Cage were walking to her apartment after a party when she heard footsteps coming in their direction. She heard about five gunshots before Cage collapsed.
Immediately after Cage fell, the woman saw the shooter rummage through her dying boyfriend’s pockets, taking a large amount of money in the process, court records say.
Javon Thomas, who was 17 years old at the time, was originally charged with murder, robbery and a sentencing enhancement for using a firearm in the commission of the crimes. With the dismissal of the robbery charge and sentencing enhancement, Javon Thomas’ plea agreement required him to be sentenced to 55 years in prison.
Of that sentence, 45 years will be spent behind bars and 10 years will be suspended. After Javon Thomas is released from prison, he will be placed on probation for 10 years. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/man-sentenced-to-16-years-for-robbery-during-2020-murder/article_415535ea-009f-11ee-a068-8bcf5d2069e4.html | 2023-06-03T01:20:48 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/man-sentenced-to-16-years-for-robbery-during-2020-murder/article_415535ea-009f-11ee-a068-8bcf5d2069e4.html |
PORTLAND, Ore. — You've probably noticed a big new building on Portland’s skyline. Construction on the Ritz-Carlton broke ground in 2020, just as the pandemic started. Now it is nearly complete, with hopes of being part of a downtown Portland comeback.
The 35-story Ritz-Carlton Residences is a modern, dark glass building expected to house 132 luxury condos and 251 hotel rooms.
The building fills the block at Southwest 9th and Washington Street, and it's now getting close to opening. The hotel will be announcing an official date soon, but for now it is saying late summer.
It's a lot of building, with construction happening during some tough times —and now, up close, it's getting a million little finishes.
“It's a lot of fun to create what the experience is going to be for our guests, be on the ground floor, hire all of the team, and make sure that you bring the right people on board,” said Marie Browne.
Browne is the hotel general manager overseeing what will be Portland’s only 5-star hotel. The hotel rooms are expected to start at $575 a night and going up from there. They're already booking up.
“The system has been open for some time so we're building bookings and very encouraged by the pace of that, so it's very good,” said Browne.
So far, media is not allowed inside. But renderings show some of what to expect; an elite hotel with many amenities, Brown says, showing off the best of what Oregon has to offer.
“The designers of the hotel did a spectacular job just incorporating everything that's special about Oregon, from the coastline to the forest,” said the GM, who has been involved in 25 other Ritz-Carlton openings in the past.
But this $600 million dollar building is more than a hotel. The top third of floors are condos for sale, with penthouses going for nearly $8 million dollars. Of the 132 condos, we're told nearly 30 are in escrow.
On the bottom floors will be office space, hotel meeting rooms and some retail space. This is a mega multi-use building.
So, can Portland sustain this high-end place, after all it's been going through? On the hotel side, Browne feels good about the future.
“The interest is overwhelmingly positive and we feel this will be part of sort of breathing new life into the city and into this area downtown,” said Browne.
Of course, a condo or even a hotel room is out of the price range for the vast majority of people. But the hotel management promises it will be a place for everyone for that special dinner, family gathering or cocktails.
They are hiring for about 200 service and hospitality positions, and Browne said she hopes Portlanders will apply.
“We’re looking for service professionals in Portland, those who are truly passionate about serving customers and making that a great experience. But we want to hire as many of those people from Portland as we can.” | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/ritz-carlton-downtown-portland-opening/283-19906b5c-da68-4cb1-822d-4b5830b09d2c | 2023-06-03T01:21:30 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/ritz-carlton-downtown-portland-opening/283-19906b5c-da68-4cb1-822d-4b5830b09d2c |
PORTLAND, Ore. — With a Senate walkout now in its fifth week, Thursday saw a big development in the Republican caucus. Lawmakers gathered in one room at the capitol, albeit not on the Senate floor and not to provide a quorum. Instead, a group of them got together for the launch of an "unofficial committee."
Ostensibly, the purpose of Republicans' committee is to investigate "government corruption" in Salem and hold elected officials accountable for ethics violations. To that end, the new Joint Committee on Oversight and Accountability formed for its first meeting Thursday night.
Admittedly, the committee has a lot to talk about after a series of scandals in Salem this year. Those include the resignation of Secretary of State Shemia Fagan following controversy over her moonlighting work for an influential Oregon cannabis company, as well as "Bourbongate" — the saga of Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission higher-ups playing favorites by setting aside bottles of top-shelf liquor.
While not directly linked to elected officials and state employees, there's also the matter of a $500,000 donation that the Democratic Party of Oregon took from an executive at disgraced crypto firm FTX, wrongly reported under the name of a different company, which earned them a reduced fine and admonishments from state election officials.
And Republicans claim that those are just the tip of the iceberg.
However, the unofficial committee doesn't seem to have any real power in the legislature. While Republicans said they asked Democrats to join the committee, they received no response.
As the meeting began on Thursday, the partisan group couldn't successfully get its meeting streamed on the Oregon Legislature's website, instead having someone record the meeting on a phone and stream the video on Twitter.
And if the live response was any indication, voters don't seem very interested in the committee either. The public comment period mostly backfired on the mid-walkout lawmakers. Instead of support for the new committee's mission, they received an earful from some constituents about the legislative logjam.
Several of the speakers, who aren't visible on Republicans' video, poked at the irony of lawmakers on a committee for oversight and accountability getting paid while refusing to show up for work in the Senate chamber — particularly after voters overwhelmingly approved Measure 113, which was intended to discourage walkouts by disqualifying lawmakers with 10 or more unexcused absences from holding office next term.
"I know with my job, I had to show up for work every day — and I had to do all the duties of my job too," one person said during public comment. "I couldn't choose which programs I could or didn't want to do. I had to do everything that was assigned to me by my boss. And I'm asking the same thing for all of you, for all the Republican senators: Show up on the floor, do your job. You don't have to vote for the bills, do your job."
The Story reached out to Senate Republicans in the wake of the hearing to see if they had any response to the requests they received to get back to work. They responded that the creation of this unofficial committee was an example of them working.
"We knew that opening up the meeting for public testimony would likely mobilize left wing activists who are angered over the constitutional protest — this was not a surprise," a Senate Republican spokesperson said. "I did find it ironic that many testifiers were telling Republicans to 'get back to work' as Republicans were in the capitol doing just that — working. That is a stark difference from past walkouts."
The Oregon Senate is next scheduled to meet on Monday and Senate President Rob Wagner has said that if Republicans don't show up, he's going to start fining them. Democrats voted Thursday to fine senators $325 for each day they stay away — the same amount that they get paid each day.
For the last month, Republicans have collected their pay despite the walkout.
Senate Republican Leader Tim Knopp fired back, attempting to turn it around. He said that Wagner, the top Democrat in the chamber, should pay the fines since it is Democrats' bill on abortion and gender-affirming care that Republicans walked out to protest.
"President Wagner is insistent on facilitating an unlawful, uncompromising, unconstitutional agenda," Knopp said, in part. "We suggest President Wagner pay our fines since it is his behavior that galvanized our protest."
"If Democrats want us to provide a quorum before June 25, they must agree to follow Senate Rules, follow the law, and work to put forward constitutional, bipartisan bills that don't violate parents' sacred right to love and care for their child," he concluded.
The latest news on negotiations to end the walkout hasn't been good. Gov. Tina Kotek said earlier this week that while she had been in talks with Republican leadership, they refused to accept any agreement that didn't include the death of House Bill 2002 — a bright line for Democrats. Meanwhile, hundreds of bills are on the chopping block. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/the-story/oregon-senate-republican-walkout-committee-oversight-accountability/283-165616ce-511b-4d0e-b862-1c4826d9a5ca | 2023-06-03T01:21:36 | 0 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/the-story/oregon-senate-republican-walkout-committee-oversight-accountability/283-165616ce-511b-4d0e-b862-1c4826d9a5ca |
BEAVERCREEK, Ore. — Near the corner of Upper Highland and Lower Highland Roads in the Beavercreek area in rural Clackamas County, a more than 30-acre wildfire kept both firefighters and crews from a correctional facility busy Friday, putting fire lines around the flames.
"It's basically a line down to mineral soil to help stop the progression of the fire," said Jessica Prakke of the Oregon Department of Forestry.
Prakke said the fire flared up as a brush fire on Thursday and then moved into a little bit of timber and small trees. This left officials no choice but to issue level one and two evacuation notices to people living within a half mile of the fire.
The size of the fire isn't overwhelming, but it's big enough to draw attention, especially so early in the year and before the start of the traditional wildfire season.
"Our biggest thing right now is we want to urge Oregonians to not become complacent when it comes to wildfire prevention," Prakke said.
The month of May brought record levels of hot and dry conditions in the Portland area. With the summer months still ahead, the region can expect even hotter and dryer conditions still on the way, which means just about everything can become kindling for a fire.
"We're beefing up our staff right now," Prakke said. "All of our new firefighters will go into fire school later this month."
Prakke said fire crews are fully prepared for whatever summer brings, including the pre-summer wildfire burning in Beavercreek.
"ODF is always ready to fight fire," Prakke said.
Prakke said crews will monitor this fire for hotspots through the weekend. Investigators have not yet determined a cause. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/wildfire-rural-clackamas-county-ahead-summer-months/283-d1d1056a-d70e-4169-9488-8feb792efb4a | 2023-06-03T01:21:42 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/wildfire-rural-clackamas-county-ahead-summer-months/283-d1d1056a-d70e-4169-9488-8feb792efb4a |
OCEAN CITY — Among the persistent issues raised by residents at City Council meetings, concerns over the operation of battery-powered bicycles are almost certain to be raised.
On Thursday, a resident began talking about e-bikes on the Boardwalk during an emergency council meeting called in response to the huge crowds of teenagers on the Boardwalk over the weekend.
The speaker called for tougher controls on the bikes, which currently operate under the same rules as other bicycles.
A change may be on the way.
Later in the afternoon Thursday, during a news conference, Mayor Jay Gillian said he would recommend a change that would keep the bikes off the boards.
“At our next council meeting June 8, I also will be recommending an ordinance that will ban e-bikes from riding on the Boardwalk,” Gillian said.
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That was the only mention of the proposed change at the news conference, and later Gillian was not prepared to offer any further details. Reached on Friday morning, he said he’d be ready to talk soon.
“Not yet,” he said.
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It will be up to the seven-member council whether to move forward with a change. Amending the city ordinance would require two votes, one to introduce the change and a second after a public hearing, held after the changes had been advertised.
In multiple cases, residents have said the e-bikes are more like motorcycles, traveling at high speeds in areas like the Boardwalk, which on summer mornings can be crowded with families riding bikes and surreys.
“They go 30 miles an hour,” the resident said Thursday. “People bring their children out. You have some dude flying by 30 miles an hour. Something’s going to happen.”
He said many riders do not wear helmets.
The battery-powered motors in the bikes provide additional power when someone is pedaling, allowing riders to travel farther and go faster. Some can be operated without a throttle, that do not require pedaling.
E-bikes had formerly been governed in the same way as mopeds, which fall under more lenient rules than motorcycles. In 2019, Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation that categorized low-speed electric scooters and e-bikes in the same way as bicycles.
That means they can be operated on streets and bike paths throughout the state. In addition to governing where they can be ridden, the e-bikes do not require registration, insurance or a license.
“Electric bicycles and motorized scooters offer a fantastic alternative to cars and their use will serve to cut both emissions and congestion in our cities,” Murphy said at the time. “As we seek to support New Jersey’s Innovation economy, this bill will help encourage a true reimagining of urban commuting.”
UPPER TOWNSHIP — A bike path through the township is one of the final pieces of a vision of …
Supporters of the change said the powered bikes would mean less emission and be more affordable for commuters. Many of the bikes retail at more than $1,000, which is more than many pedal-powered bikes but far cheaper than a car, and can offer a practical alternative for someone trying to get to work.
But the law is limited to bikes that operate at less than 20 mph. That’s a fast pace for most experienced bike riders, and far, far faster than most people on a beach cruiser are likely to reach on a Boardwalk ride to the doughnut shop.
There are electric motorcycles, and other electric bikes with top speeds of 32 or up to 45 mph, but those technically fall under different classifications of vehicles. But it can be difficult to tell which are which at a glance, and some of the e-bikes look much the same as any other bicycle, but for an oversized bar.
Bikes can be ridden on the Ocean City Boardwalk until noon each day in the summer, with some exceptions such as during the baby parade Aug. 10. In New Jersey, those under 17 are required to wear a helmet while riding a bike, but that rule does not apply to the Boardwalk. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/gillian-to-call-for-limits-on-e-bikes-on-the-ocean-city-boardwalk/article_3545cdaa-0180-11ee-ba4e-ff7464cdd78a.html | 2023-06-03T01:25:51 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/gillian-to-call-for-limits-on-e-bikes-on-the-ocean-city-boardwalk/article_3545cdaa-0180-11ee-ba4e-ff7464cdd78a.html |
DALLAS — When Sarah Yang was a college student at UC Berkeley in California, she took a required philosophy course.
Lessons she learned about "serving the greater good," apparently stuck. Because the beneficiary of her choices that year turned out to be a teenager in Plano who needed her magnanimous decisions for his own survival.
When we first met Chi Heng Chan this past February, it was already a pretty happy occasion.
"I am so thankful that you donated to me," he wanted to say to the anonymous bone marrow donor who helped him survive leukemia.
Diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in May 2019, the first chemotherapy treatment he received was not enough.
Doctors recommended Chi Heng a bone marrow transplant but none of his immediate family members were a close enough match. Instead, they searched the Be The Match registry, a national database of willing donors, to find a potential match. They found a 100% match.
Two years after his transplant surgery at Children’s Health, Chi Heng is in remission. But his donor, who they were and where they were from, was still a mystery.
That was until Friday.
"Hi, I'm Sarah nice to meet you," Sarah Yang said as she walked into a pre-arranged meeting at Children's Health in Dallas.
As a college student, she was aware that ethnic minorities are not as well represented on national registries. As an Asian-American, she wanted to help improve the odds.
"It's almost indescribable," she said of the phone call she received telling her that the simple saliva swab she submitted years ago had yielded a potential match.
"Certainly donating bone marrow is hard, but going through a bone marrow transplant is harder," she said of what Chi Heng has had to endure in his battle with leukemia. "I think that I just have a lot of gratitude to be here right now and to have this experience."
"Very exciting to see you looking so happy and vibrant," Yang said as she and Chi Heng embraced for the first time. "I'm grateful to be a small part of your story."
"I can't thank you enough," he responded.
"Well, his leukemia would have continued to relapse and ultimately he wouldn't have survived. And so this is a life-saving thing that Sarah did," said Victor Aquino, MD, Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist at Children's Health.
"A very special day," Chi Heng told us.
Thanks to the bone marrow transplant, Chi Heng is in remission, taking dual credit courses at Collin College and maintains a 4.0 GPA.
"Entering yourself into the registry is like one more chance in a million that someone gets their life back, a second life," he said. "You could be saving someone's life which is just amazing."
"I'm so glad you're feeling better," Sarah Yang said as the two hugged.
The families exchanged gifts and promised to stay in touch. Yang, ironically, now has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering and works for a cancer diagnostic company in upstate New York. But she said she considers herself just a normal person offering to help someone else.
"And I think there's something very powerful in that, right?" She said. "Anyone can get sick at any time and anyone can play a role in helping them. I feel so touched and happy to be part of his story."
But, science aside, they joked there might be one slight concern.
"Yeah so you and I have the same blood now," Yang joked. "So if we commit any crimes, like, we always have an alibi," she said as both families laughed.
"Just let me know beforehand," she responded.
If you would like to get more information on the bone marrow donation process, you can find the Be The Match link here. | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/plano-teen-meets-bone-marrow-donor-who-saved-life/287-84d26b59-6bc9-4e37-b37b-6596bc4fd6ca | 2023-06-03T01:27:25 | 0 | https://www.kens5.com/article/news/local/plano-teen-meets-bone-marrow-donor-who-saved-life/287-84d26b59-6bc9-4e37-b37b-6596bc4fd6ca |
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — A young girl died Friday morning after Corpus Christi Police Department officers found her with serious bodily injuries at a home along the 3800 block of Pennine Way, Corpus Christi Police confirmed.
Officers were called to the South Side home at around 3:09 a.m. Friday when a homeowner getting ready for work walked outside, saw the girl and called police.
Officers arrived on the scene with medics.
She was taken to the hospital, where she later died. Officers said they are investigating the incident as a homicide.
Early Friday morning, Corpus Christi Police Department spokesperson Sr. Ofc. Antonio Contreras said detectives were canvassing the area for information.
"Detectives will do their thing, comb the area, contact any witnesses, still go door to door and just maybe try to locate surveillance video, things like that," he said. "So, it's still in it's early stages and that's why they're out here right now and they're not leaving anytime soon."
Alana Manrow lives a few streets down from where the child was found.
"I was in complete shock, it still gives me chill bumps," Manrow said. "I mean, all of my neighbors are, are friendly. You wouldn't ever suspect that something like that would happen."
Manrow says she walks and rides her bike in the same area and has always felt safe. She recently put Ring cameras all around her house and hopes someone closer caught something on video that can help the investigation.
A mother herself, the incident hits close to home. She said the incident also makes her worry for those she cares about.
"It breaks my heart so much for her, her family, and it worries me, like I said, for my own children and my friends' children and it's just, it's a scary world these days you, you, you never know," Manrow said.
Police are not releasing neither the age nor the identity of the victim, but police are calling it an isolated incident.
They are asking anyone with information to call police at 361-886-2600 or Crime Stoppers at 361-888-TIPS (8477).
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FORT CAVAZOS, Texas — After being closed for three years, Sierra Beach BLORA will be opening back up this Saturday.
To help celebrate, the Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area and Fort Cavazos are teaming up to host a "Beach Blast" that's open to the public from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
In addition to swimming, there will be plenty of fun activities, including corn hole, volleyball tournaments, giant Jenga, water balloon slingshot games, a giant inflatable zipline and inflatable waterslides, paddleboard and kayak demonstrations, youth activities and more!
There will also be food, non-alcoholic drinks and alcohol available for purchase.
“Have a snack, eat a meal, or just enjoy an ice-cold drink under the shade tents or in the Texas sunshine while enjoying the view of beautiful Belton Lake,” according to Fort Cavazos' Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation site.
Officials told 6 News that there will be no lifeguards present, so swim at your own risk. | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/sierra-beach-blora-re-opening-after-3-years/500-fe271d1d-fa46-4a62-8fd1-cc1a0e72d1fe | 2023-06-03T01:29:55 | 0 | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/sierra-beach-blora-re-opening-after-3-years/500-fe271d1d-fa46-4a62-8fd1-cc1a0e72d1fe |
STOCKTON, Calif. — Central Coast superintendent Dr. Michelle Rodriguez has been tapped to lead California's 17th largest school district pending a school board vote, the Stockton Unified School District (SUSD) announced Friday.
Rodriguez most recently served seven years as the Superintendent of Pajaro Valley Unified School District in Watsonville. The SUSD Board of Trustees will meet at 4 p.m. Tuesday to vote on Rodrioguez's nomination.
"Consistency is really important to us right now, it is something we haven't experienced in a really long time," said School Board President AngelAnn Flores. "That was something that we focused on and that we wanted to ensure that all candidates understood, that we are looking for longevity and somebody who is going to be invested into our Stockton community."
The nomination ends a 5-month-long nationwide search for a new leader. District officials say 25 people applied for the job, and an outside firm whittle the list down to seven candidates.
"We complied a list of qualifications and characteristics. She met most of the qualifications we were looking for," said Kenetha Stevens, SUSD board member. "Innovative visionary, someone who understood data and achievement and also someone who understood budget."
For just under a year, longtime SUSD teacher Dr. Traci Miller has held the title of Interim Superintendent after the former interim superintendent Dr. Francine Baird returned to her position as Superintendent of Student Support Services in August.
Baird was appointed interim superintendent after former superintendent John Ramirez Jr. abruptly resigned from the post days ahead of the release of a scathing grand jury report, citing a need to care for his elderly parents.
Ramirez is still receiving a $273,750 paycheck from the district each month due to a clause in his resignation agreement that allowed him his full salary for one year following the resignation.
If approved by the board Tuesday, Rodriguez will take the helm at the district during a tumultuous time amid an investigation by the San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office, a lawsuit by the family of a teen stabbed to death on a school campus and in the wake of the resignation of several top business officials.
In March 2021, ABC affiliate KSBW reported that for unknown reasons, board members voted to remove Rodriguez from office as Superintendent of Pajaro Valley Unified School District, but reinstated her days later following threats.
In a Facebook post Friday, the Pajaro Valley Unified School District announced Rodriguez's departure from the Santa Cruz County school district.
Watch more SUSD coverage from ABC10: Stockton Unified could face $30M budget deficit, according to Grand Jury | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/stockton/susd-new-superintendent-michelle-rodriguez/103-244f6ff8-2622-4669-9496-6109933b3c3a | 2023-06-03T01:33:33 | 1 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/stockton/susd-new-superintendent-michelle-rodriguez/103-244f6ff8-2622-4669-9496-6109933b3c3a |
STOCKTON, Calif. — Stockton police recently arrested 41-year-old Robert Sandoval on suspicion of killing a man on Valentine's Day.
First responders discovered a 60-year-old man stabbed to death Feb. 14 on the 600 block of North El Dorado Street in Stockton.
Sandoval was booked into the San Joaquin County Jail Friday as detectives continue investigating. | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/stockton/valentines-day-killing-suspect-arrested-by-police/103-a1b4b943-f2a0-43ac-b941-46d130aa1488 | 2023-06-03T01:33:39 | 1 | https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/stockton/valentines-day-killing-suspect-arrested-by-police/103-a1b4b943-f2a0-43ac-b941-46d130aa1488 |
LANCASTER, Texas — A Lancaster woman’s viral Facebook post has been shared more than 100-thousand times.
In her post shared from Sunday, she said she came into contact with the plant known as Poison Hemlock, and it sent her to the emergency room.
Its infamous legacy dates all the way back to Ancient Greece as an execution method. Horticulturalists say the stem and the leaves are the most poisonous part of the plant.
Symptoms following an infection from the plant include sweating, vomiting, dilated pupils, confusion muscle paralysis and seizures. Medical experts say there is no cure if you are poisoned by the plant.
“It’s not like poison ivy where if you touch it in trouble but if you ingest it or inhale it, it can be very poisonous so if you suspect that’s what’s going on or start to have symptoms, you need to call 911 or poison control or get to the closest emergency room as quick as you can,” said Dr. Jay Herd, Chief Medical Officer, Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical.
The potentially deadly plant was also identified near White Rock Lake in July of 2022.
The Dallas Parks and Recreation department warned residents at the time about it, saying the plant has been found growing along the lakefront and that it was possible residents can accidentally come into contact with it.
"Park maintenance staff recently learned of several populations of the poisonous growing around the lake," the department said in its July release.
For those who have trouble identifying Poison Hemlock, experts say it’s best to air on the side of caution and send pictures of the plant to the Texas Department of Agriculture. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/hemlock-plant-looks-harmless-however-nothing-could-be-further-from-the-truth/287-02b68562-c4e2-43b6-a531-ee8fecd9ee04 | 2023-06-03T01:39:06 | 0 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/hemlock-plant-looks-harmless-however-nothing-could-be-further-from-the-truth/287-02b68562-c4e2-43b6-a531-ee8fecd9ee04 |
SARASOTA COUNTY, Fla. — After North Port police launched an investigation into allegations of abuse at a local daycare, it's shed some light on the scarcity of professional child care services in the southern part of Sarasota County.
Along with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and damage from Hurricane Ian last year, it's part of the unexpected growing pains following the sudden population growth. Describing the lack of professional childcare in the southern part of the county, some experts have called the area a daycare desert.
Leaders of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota said many families have to wait an extended period of time for daycare placements. They often find anything from 35 to 300 children ahead of them on any given waitlist.
"Some places are waiting up to a year or two for spots," Sierra Gerrin, a North Port mom, said.
Gerrin, 22, said she brings her two children to the park daily to play and interact with other children. She said her son who is around 2 years old was on a daycare waitlist for two months.
"I finally got into the school, but I had to pull them out because it was too expensive," Gerrin said.
Along with a partner who is bound for the military, that decision has forced changes at home with regard to childcare and household income.
"I am now a stay-at-home mom so I could take care of the kids and some of the other time my parents would just pitch in and watch my children for me," she said.
North Port has around 20 licensed daycares and many families have to go to other cities in Sarasota County including in neighboring Charlotte County to find placement for their child.
"There's just not enough pre-schools to handle the amount of people that are here, and then the people that have moved here," Paige Tyde, a Daycare Director, said.
Tyde operates a daycare out of the Johnson Chapel Baptist Church in Nokomis.
She said the shortage is leading to challenges for families and safety concerns for children, according to operators struggling to also hire teachers.
"Potentially loss of jobs and puts them in a position of potentially placing their child in a place or with someone that they might not have initially done it," Tyde said.
"Super population growth, not enough brick-and-mortar schools, and a teacher shortage," Ana McClendon of the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County said. "I don't want to say it's the perfect storm but it's getting to be a problem."
McClendon, who is the director of community outreach and engagement for the nonprofit, said the situation amounts to a capacity crisis.
"Your preschool is your shoulder and when you no longer have that, whether the hurricane wiped it away, any kind of emergency or it just suddenly closes for whatever reason, it is absolutely devastating," she said. "Now you couple that with the capacity crisis in Sarasota County. It's not impossible to find a spot, but it is very very difficult."
"There's a lot of children that need daycares around here," Gerrin added.
Along with grants for preschool teacher incentives, childcare advocates recommend building at least one daycare for every new development or apartment complex to help with meeting growing demands. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/sarasotacounty/daycare-desert-shortage-south-sarasota-county/67-404c3529-29e8-4681-8ad6-0b8e92b71439 | 2023-06-03T01:44:27 | 0 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/sarasotacounty/daycare-desert-shortage-south-sarasota-county/67-404c3529-29e8-4681-8ad6-0b8e92b71439 |
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