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BANGOR, Maine — For the first time this season, both pools in Bangor are open for people to cool off.
The city, facing a lifeguard shortage, found a solution to open Dakin Pool on Pine Street.
Just a few weeks ago, the city announced Dakin Pool would not open this summer due to a lack in staffing. After public comment and suggestions at a city council meeting, Bangor looked to its neighbor for help.
"What we did is we went over to our sister city over in Brewer, and they have certified lifeguards," Bangor's Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, Debbie Gendreau, said. "We talked to them and we hired them part-time to help on the evenings, and sometimes on weekends, when we are struggling with staff."
Gendreau said Bangor has 18 staff members for Bangor pools. Meanwhile across the river, Brewer has seven lifeguards willing to help.
Bangor hired those lifeguards for part-time work. Gendreau said if the guards want some extra hours, they're more than welcome to go to Bangor to help with their shortage.
"With Bangor's situation, it just worked out there were a few extra hours where they could go and give them a hand," Mike Martin, Brewer's Director of Parks and Recreation said. "In a situation where we can maintain, it's nice for the other one to be able to get up and running."
After a push from the community to reopen the Dakin Pool this summer, Gendreau said community members are grateful to see the city's efforts.
"People were just appreciative that we are trying and doing our best to resolve this issue," Gendreau said.
With the added staff, Dakin Pool and the Beth Pancoe Aquatic Center were both open for the first time this season Tuesday evening.
Senator Joe Baldacci was an outspoken advocate at Bangor's city council meeting.
"[I'm] happy that the city took this positive step. But we have more work to do for next year. The New Friends is working to raise money to give scholarships to attract life guards, and to help the city better maintain and promote the facility," Senator Baldacci said. "It is important for kids in all parts of Bangor to have some decent recreational opportunities."
Dakin Pool will be open Monday through Thursday evenings from 6-7:30 p.m. Across town, the Beth Pancoe Municipal Aquatic Center is open seven days a week from 1-4:30 p.m. Monday through Sunday and for evening swim Monday through Friday from 6-7:30 p.m.
Both Bangor pools have an admission fee. Please visit here to view Dakin Pool's admission, and here for more information and admission costs for the Beth Pancoe Municipal Aquatic Center. | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/dakin-pool-reopens-for-the-first-time-this-summer-bangor-brewer-maine-lifeguards/97-75c8e670-79d4-49ea-90b5-c6e19739abf1 | 2022-07-13T00:32:43 | 0 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/dakin-pool-reopens-for-the-first-time-this-summer-bangor-brewer-maine-lifeguards/97-75c8e670-79d4-49ea-90b5-c6e19739abf1 |
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Emergency crews are working to put out a grassfire that is spreading from Fort Chaffee to Greenwood.
A massive cloud of smoke can be seen across Fort Smith and the River Valley Tuesday, July 12, evening.
Residents in the Hilltop area of Greenwood are currently being evacuated after the fire jumped a fire break at Fort Chaffee, according to the Sebastian County Sheriff's Office (SCSO).
The Ed Wilkinson Pavilion in Bell Park is open to evacuees.
The Greenwood Police Chief who is on scene confirmed that 20+ homes have been evacuated and the fire department is trying to soak the land around those homes to keep the fire from spreading to them.
Multiple fire departments are on scene and are working to contain the fire.
It is unclear this time how the fire began, but officials say this is a dangerous situation and asks everyone to avoid the area.
Travis Cooper, Incident Command, is saying the fire is pretty well contained right now (75% best estimate). Multiple agencies on this fire in the Greenwood area near Fort Chaffee. Fire originated on base, and FCFD is actively containing the fire while municipal and rural FDs are actively protecting property on the Northside of Greenwood near Norwood DR and Hilltop DR and Pine St. multiple homes along Norwood drive have been evacuated and checked on. American Red Cross is here supporting with water
More information will be released as it becomes available.
The entire state of Arkansas was put under a "moderate" wildfire risk this week and several counties are under burn bans due to the dry conditions.
RELATED: Burn bans in place across Arkansas
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AUGUSTA, Maine — A Maine Capital Police officer saved two men who were reportedly overdosing on opioids by using the life-saving overdose reversal antidote naloxone on June 24.
Officer Gary Boulet was patrolling near Riverview Psychiatric Center around 6 p.m. when a staff member, Eric Price, alerted Boulet to a car parked in the middle of Arsenal Road, a public road that runs adjacent to the facility.
When Boulet checked it out, he found two men passed out in the car, with needles scattered everywhere.
"I noticed needles on the ground, on the bottom of the vehicle, and needles on the passenger on his lap," Boulet said.
The man in the driver's seat was in agonal breathing, eyes rolling back in his head, and foaming at the mouth, Boulet said.
Boulet grabbed his medical kit, which contains four doses of the overdose reversal antidote, naloxone, known by the brand name, NARCAN. Two doses on the man did nothing.
"I was nervous. I'm not going to lie. But it kind of kicked in. I had to do something," Boulet said.
With direction from incoming firefighters, Boulet laid the man on the ground and gave him a third dose. It was only the second time he has ever administered it in his 30 years in law enforcement.
"I was getting nervous that he wasn't going to make it, so I was hoping that third dose would come around. And it took a little while, but it did its job properly," Boulet said. "He said, 'Thanks for saving me.'"
In April, Maine's Capital Police started carrying six total doses of naloxone (three boxes), up from four total doses, after an incident in the nearby town of Clinton in March, when officers responded to an unrelated incident of two men overdosing, and officers needed more than four doses of naloxone to revive them.
"All over the state, this is a daily occurrence sadly enough," Capital Police Chief Matthew Clancy said. "We want to make sure we're able to give those folks a fighting chance."
Clancy said first responders are having to use multiple doses of naloxone more frequently due to the strength of fentanyl, another drug being mixed into heroin and other drugs like methamphetamine.
Maine data show the state is on track to lose more people to deadly drug overdoses this year than ever before. Most of those overdoses involve fentanyl.
In May 2022, the state distributed more than 9,000 doses to people, law enforcement, and EMS staff in Maine.
In June 2022, EMS staff gave naloxone to 211 people who were overdosing, the most ever in a single month.
"Half the time, they don't even know what they're putting in their system," Clancy said.
Using naloxone to save people's lives gives them a chance to get into recovery and treatment programs.
"I'd want someone helping my family member if they were ever in those circumstances," Boulet said. "He's someone's son — could be a parent. You want him around."
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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A new study shows that Fayetteville is the most completive among small rental markets in the country. If you’ve been looking for an apartment in Fayetteville or any of Northwest Arkansas then you know this all too well.
The study from the website rentcafé.com says Fayetteville is the most under-supplied city in the competitive small market when it comes to apartments.
“Part of it is the growth. Fayetteville grows 4 people a day, every 6 hours, breakfast, lunch, dinner, midnight, start again. It means someone is born here or somebody moves here,” said Steve Clark.
And that growth won’t be slowing down, President and CEO of the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce, Steve Clark says there is a building boom in Northwest Arkansas. He says covid and inflation slowed down some apartments being built in Fayetteville.
“Then you couldn’t get supplies, you couldn’t get lumber or steel. The prices were three, four and eight and 10 times greater and the delay was even more significant. So, there are projects around town,” he said.
Clark also says there are around seven thousand incoming freshmen at the University of Arkansas which is the largest class in its’ history. Jennifer salt can attest to the apartment shortage. Her son is about to be a senior at the university and finding him a place to live has been a real struggle.
“We’ve been looking for two months. He’d just go drive neighborhoods, look for signs. I would do things online, contact people and by the time I would contact realtors or property managers they would already be gone,” said Salt.
Salt says last week they thought they found an apartment, but in just an hour someone had beat them to put down a deposit. After calling every apartment in town, they have an appointment with a landlord tonight.
“I told my son, give him the deposit money whether you like it or not, you have to live somewhere,” she said.
The Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce says we’ll continue to see more apartments and mixed-use development break ground throughout town, but until those are complete it will continue to be competitive renting apartments.
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STANDISH, Maine — Cumberland County deputies and the Standish Fire/Rescue Department responded to a possible drowning at Rich Memorial Beach on Sebago Lake on Monday, a news release issued by Cpt. Donald Foss of CCSO says.
The release reports that a preliminary investigation determined 28-year-old Harrison Gauld was swimming in approximately four feet of water in Sebago Lake when he may have had a medical event and submerged under the water.
After Gauld didn't resurface, he was quickly pulled onto the beach, according to the release.
The release reports there were several registered nurses present at the beach who performed CPR on Gauld until emergency medical services arrived at the scene and took over.
"First responders also performed life saving measures for an extended period but unfortunately, they were not able to revive Mr. Gauld," Foss wrote in the release.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner as well as the Criminal Investigation Division of CCSO are reportedly investigating this death.
"The Sheriff’s Office offers our condolences to Mr. Gauld’s family," Foss said. "We would like to thank the bystanders on the beach who quickly sprang into action and gave their best efforts to revive Mr. Gauld." | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/police-investigate-death-at-sebago-lake-standish-maine/97-d093b7b9-9dce-479b-ab81-3deaeeee6c60 | 2022-07-13T00:32:56 | 1 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/police-investigate-death-at-sebago-lake-standish-maine/97-d093b7b9-9dce-479b-ab81-3deaeeee6c60 |
PORTLAND, Maine — The City of Portland has updated two policies that impact how the city and the Portland Police Department respond to people experiencing homelessness.
On Monday, Portland Interim City Manager Danielle West presented the city's updated tent policy to the Portland City Council. According to the new policy, camp sites are not required to be removed if area emergency shelters are at capacity.
"I think we'll continue to see hopefully good outcomes from this as we continue to focus on providing the best service to the public and the homeless individuals," West said.
According to the policy, campsites can be taken down if they're determined to be an obstruction or hazard. Campsites will be notified 24 hours in advance if they will be removed, and personal belongings removed from campsites will be inventoried and securely stored for their owners to collect.
According to West, the city staff had already been following this policy, however, it has now been formally communicated and presented at Monday's council meeting.
"Obviously we want to make sure that we can help as many people as we can. And so this just makes it very clear what these policies and protocols are, and that staff are making sure that we implement them consistently across the board," West said.
In addition to the revised tent policy, the city has also adopted the Portland Police Department's Homelessness Crisis Protocol. As part of the policy, officers will utilize social services and medical facilities as opposed to traditional law enforcement action when appropriate and practicable.
According to the Homelessness Crisis Protocol, when officers are called to an incident involving a person experiencing homelessness committing a low-level infraction, police will direct them towards resources.
"The big additions are the resource cards that we created. And so that card just contains housing, food, medical, and addiction services that we can hand somebody who is experiencing homelessness," Portland Police Chief Heath Gorham told the city council on Monday.
Police will use diversion methods only for lesser crimes, such as public drinking, trespassing, and disorderly conduct, among others.
"Bringing the resources to people out here is a really good thing because a lot of people are lacking in their social toolkits to actually bring themselves to places and talk to people and get the resources that they need," William Fernald said. Fernald currently experiencing homeless. He says these policy changes are a step in the right direction.
"It's a fantastic idea. It gives people a chance," Fernald said. | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/portland/portland-updates-policy-towards-homeless-camping-and-police-diversion-city-of-portland/97-4ee54f47-89a2-44ec-aca0-2e3f11d2a556 | 2022-07-13T00:33:02 | 1 | https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/local/portland/portland-updates-policy-towards-homeless-camping-and-police-diversion-city-of-portland/97-4ee54f47-89a2-44ec-aca0-2e3f11d2a556 |
BOISE, Idaho — The conversation about the future of reproductive care in Idaho continues as the countdown to new abortion laws closes in on about 45 days. The changing of Idaho's abortion laws now puts focus on centers like Stanton International, a provider that does not offer abortions. Instead, they tout life affirming care. This week, Stanton held an event called 'Supporting Women In An Abortion-Free Idaho.’ Stanton Chief Operations Officer Danielle Versluys detailed the conversation local leaders are having.
“We brought the community together, faith leaders, community leaders and lawmakers to discuss and get our minds together about how we, as a community and as a state, can support women in a state where abortion will soon be illegal. How we can walk through it with women through an unexpected pregnancy and beyond and take care of them, support them, and empower them to make the right choice for their family and to embrace life with that child,” Versluys said.
With abortion care from providers like Planned Parenthood coming to an end, there are community questions about what a provider like Stanton will do if a woman comes in needing an emergency abortion.
“We don't even blink,” Versluys said. “We’ve had this happen before and we have women come in and say, I think that I need an emergency abortion. My doctor said, or I don't know what's happening, and we immediately connect them with a doctor who will value their life and the life of their baby and treat them both as patients and do the utmost to save the life of that mom and of the baby.”
Idaho Governor Brad Little shared his thoughts at the Stanton event in a video message. He touched on the changing laws and the challenges ahead.
“Our work has only started. We fully acknowledge the monumental moment in our nation's history means we must confront what we know will be growing needs for women and families in the months and years ahead. We absolutely must come together like never before to support women and teens facing unexpected or unwanted pregnancies, families, churches, charities, local and state government. And you, the supporters stand ready to lift them up and help them and their families,” Little said in the video message.
So, how does Stanton envision their role in Idaho in a post Roe era?
“Our biggest challenge is going to be to make sure that women know about Stanton and that is why we brought together all these community leaders to say, you need to spread the word, too, and let them know about the work of Stanton. Not only are we asking them to support the work we do and to bring volunteer, to give, to support and sustain the work we do, but also we need to the information about Stanton to get out to the women who are facing these unexpected or challenging pregnancies,” Versluys said.
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NAMPA, Idaho — The Idaho Alliance for Ukrainian Refugees and Immigrants (IAURI) works with 80 separate cases, often families, representing 197 people.
IAURI organizes volunteers, resources and other services to assist Ukrainian families who have been forced to leave their home country after Russia's invasion. The latest resource is a five-week 'English immersion camp' to introduce the children to a new language.
Lakeview Church of the Nazarene hosts the camp, welcoming Ukrainian kids with a sign near the front door.
"This is practically like another session of schooling they have to go through, but we try to make it as fun and engaging as possible here," bi-lingual interpreter Enoch Goretoy said. " We're helping the best we can, to the best of our ability."
Goretoy is a teenager himself. His mother is Ukrainian. For that reason, he wanted to help with the camp.
The camp enrolls 44 Ukrainian children. Students are young as 2 years old, while others are teenagers, according to camp volunteer Joni Leipf. Several volunteers are certified teachers from local school districts.
"They're building that trust. They're learning to look to their peers," Leipf said.
Only a few of these peers speak their native language, such as Enoch. Several volunteers only speak English. This immersion is intentional.
"Some of the common phrases like 'good morning,' or 'please', or 'may I go to the bathroom?' Some of the kids are starting to use some of those words in their communication with us," Leipf said.
The volunteers know these kids won't speak fluently until long after their time at the camp has ended and they are okay with that.
IAURI organizers hope the camp is just the starting point.
"As a teacher or educator, there's that sense of bringing that child from where they are, to someplace that empowers them to do the next thing. That's how I feel about this camp," Leipf said. "We don't know about their situation in Ukraine, but there was certainly trauma and if we can relieve some of that trauma through healthy kid activities, then that's a win."
Regardless of the tangible results, this program matters to the volunteers, because even if these kids can't read the welcome sign by the door, they can feel welcome in the classroom.
"Cooperation can bridge language barriers and cultural barriers," Leipf said.
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GARDEN CITY, Idaho —
After Ada County Highway District’s (ACHD) conditional use permit for a sand and salt shed in Garden City expired a year ago, ACHD and the city came to an agreement.
The structure sits on ACHD’s property at Adams Maintenance Yard and holds a large inventory of salt used to treat Ada County roads in the winter months.
Both agencies were prepared to leave the decision to a judge to decide, but ultimately reached a compromise outside of the court system.
The compromise was led by ACHD Commission President Mary May and Vice President Alexis Pickering along with Garden City Mayor John Evans and Council President James Page.
ACHD presented a timeline of the agency’s outline for relocating maintenance operations from Adams Street in Garden City to Apple Street off Federal Way in Boise, which is projected to occur in the 2026-2027 budget years.
ACHD also outlined the agency’s continued compliance with DEQ requirements regarding the 100-year floodplain that the salt shed resides in. ACHD will also be required to seek an annual floodplain permit through Garden City.
Last month at a Garden City Council Meeting, councilmembers approved ACHD’s permit extension request.
"This resolution is a win for not only the two agencies involved, but for all of Ada County," said ACHD Commission President Mary May. "I appreciate Mayor Evans and his help in leading these conversations, ultimately allowing ACHD and Garden City to come to a mutually beneficial agreement for all Ada County taxpayers."
With the new conditions in place, both agencies agree to cease any further legal action on the matter.
"I appreciate efforts made by both ACHD commissioners and our city councilmembers to come to an agreement on this issue," said Garden City Mayor John Evans, "While both agencies have our own priorities, we all serve the constituents of Ada County. Finding a compromise that works for both agencies and ceasing further legal action is what is best for those constituents."
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BOISE, Idaho — Idaho's population has continued to grow, affecting home prices in the process, but recent trends show home prices could be dropping.
In May, the median sales price of a home in Ada County was over $600,000. That price dropped last month to $592.000, which is still 12.8% higher than it was this time last year.
"We're starting to see things kind of normalize. Because the last couple of years of COVID, that was not the normal market," Boise Regional Realtors President, Becky Enrico-Crum said. "We've seen our prices really go really, really high. And now they're starting to stabilize. And we're also seeing interest rates make a little bit of a climb up as well. So in a normal market, we do see fluctuating interest rates. And we do see days on market, which people are not familiar with."
Becky has been practicing real estate as an agent in the Treasure Valley for nearly 30 years. She says the housing market is now taking a few steps back after exploding over the last couple of years.
Houses are now sitting on the market for an average of 20-24 days, which Enrico-Crum says is more normal; a big change from last year when houses were only on the market for a couple hours before being bought, usually with multiple offers.
Enrico-Crum says that added extra pressure on potential home buyers.
"They had to make quick decisions, they had to waive inspection sometimes and appraisals, they had to maybe buy over the value price of the property to get it," Enrico-Crum said, "so the good news is now buyers get to take some time, they get to buy the property at a market value."
While there are still several multi-million-dollar listings in the Treasure Valley, Becky says for the first time since the start of the pandemic, there are homes now being listed for less than $400,000.
She says it is a sign we may be returning to a market that is more inclusive.
"I'm happy that they can come back into the market and not feel frustrated that they might not even have a chance to get a house because maybe they didn't have the extra cash they had to offer over asking to be able to get that home, Enrico-Crum said. "Now there is for sure, a strong possibility for sure that you can purchase a home and not feel like you're going to get completely booted out in a major bidding war."
Enrico-Crum adds, there are still some homes in unique areas or unique properties that still sell within two or three days, but overall, buyers do have more choices though because there's more inventory. However, the housing market is not yet considered a stable market. She says we have about two-to-four months of inventory right now, and we need four-to-six months of inventory to be considered an even stable market.
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BOISE, Idaho — Lame-duck Republican Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin has given a big pay boost to an administrative assistant who is also a top Idaho Republican Party official in a move that could hinder the ability of the next lieutenant governor by significantly depleting the office’s budget before January's power transition.
McGeachin in an email Monday informed the Idaho Division of Financial Management that Machele Hamilton would go from part-time to full-time and jump from $20,000 to $77,000 annually. Her hourly pay is an increase from $20 an hour to about $37 an hour. Her title in the new role is Director of Strategy and Constituent Services. She is also the first vice-chair of the Idaho Republican Party.
Hamilton is making about $30,000 more than McGeachin’s former chief of staff, Jordan Watters, who resigned in March when McGeachin couldn’t stay within last year’s budget. It's not clear why Hamilton is being paid so much more than Watters, whose chief of staff duties would likely have included everything in the title Hamilton was given.
Hamilton answered the phone for McGeachin’s office on Tuesday afternoon but said McGeachin wasn’t available. Hamilton declined to comment about her employment in the office, and McGeachin didn’t respond to a message left with Hamilton by The Associated Press concerning Hamilton’s employment.
It’s not exactly clear when Hamilton started her new position. The Idaho controller’s office lists June 17 as her last day as an administrative assistant in McGeachin’s office.
Lawmakers each year consider raises for state workers, this year approving raises of more than 7%. Raises beyond that for state agency workers must go through an administrative process with the Idaho Division of Human Resources that considers reasons and merits before possible approval. Hamilton's raise from what Watters was making is about a 64% increase.
Lori Wolff, administrator of the Idaho Division of Human Resources, said that increase wouldn't make it through her agency.
“I just can't imagine (Hamilton) would have enough additional duties to warrant (that) increase in pay,” she said.
But McGeachin is a statewide-elected constitutional officer, meaning she can simply approve such raises within her office. She can also hire contract work, as she has done in the past. She could, potentially, use the office’s entire budget of $205,000 while she is in office for the next six months, the first half of the state's fiscal year.
Hamilton’s salary is over $90,000 when adding in benefits, using up nearly a fourth of the office’s budget before a new lieutenant governor takes office in January. McGeachin, who is considered part-time, is making about $53,000 annually.
Hamilton, as first vice-chair of the Idaho Republican Party, is in the second most powerful position of the party behind Chairman Tom Luna. Those posts are up for election when the party meets this weekend in Twin Falls. Hamilton, on Facebook earlier this month, said she was running for a second term “to defend the Republican brand.”
In May, Hamilton ran in the Republican primary in a three-person race for a state representative seat in southwestern Idaho but lost.
McGeachin, who challenged Republican Gov. Brad Little for his job in the May primary but lost by a wide margin, has had budget problems since losing a lawsuit involving a public records request that she fought unsuccessfully in court. She ended up carrying over about $1,700 to this year's fiscal budget, which started July 1. That money also has to come out of this fiscal year's budget.
Midway through the state's fiscal budget year, the state will have a new lieutenant governor in early January. Republican House Speaker Scott Bedke faces Democratic candidate Terri Pickens Manweiler in the November election.
Bedke, the heavy favorite to win the office that hasn't been occupied by a Democrat since the late 1970s, through a spokesman declined to comment.
Notably, McGeachin in September 2020 skipped a meeting of Little’s Coronavirus Financial Advisory Committee and an important vote on restoring $100 million of school funding to attend a campaign fundraiser with Donald Trump Jr. in Stanley in central Idaho. McGeachin on that day tweeted a photo of herself and Hamilton in a convertible driving to Stanley.
Jim Jones, a former chief justice of the Idaho Supreme Court as well as a former state attorney general, said McGeachin's raise for Hamilton didn't pass the smell test.
“(McGeachin) is obviously aware that she is going to draw down the budget, making it impossible for her replacement to adequately fund staffing,” Jones said. “Government positions are not there to help your friends make a living. They're there to adequately staff a position within the means available.”
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HARRISBURG, Pa. — Editors note: The attached video is from June 9.
Amid a growing population of youth experiencing mental health crises, as well as another spate of mass shootings around the country, Pennsylvania lawmakers are prioritizing mental health services in this year’s budget by approving a first-time line item of $100 million for in-school support.
Invoking the recent tragedies in Texas and Illinois, Rep. Stan Saylor, R-York, said that through the funding, the state will try to tie together mental health and safety and security "so there are not people who fall through the cracks.”
Every school district in the state will receive $100,000 as a base grant and charter school entities will receive $70,000.
In addition, the state’s Safety and Security fund, which was established in 2018 to improve physical school safety after the high school shooting in Parkland, Florida, will also receive $100 million. The funds have historically been used for upgrading security — including adding cameras, safe entrances and personnel to school buildings.
For educators, addressing mental health is necessary to ensuring children are in a good place to learn, said John Callahan, chief advocacy officer for the Pennsylvania School Boards Association. The funding from the state will help schools address mental health proactively and preventatively, as a way to engage students before it rises to the level of a crisis.
Callahan said that school districts have been addressing mental health needs in various ways, including increasing the number of school counselors and school psychologists, which can be pricey with salary and benefits. Others rely on contracting out those services, including one district that is using a telephone service to provide student support.
Many schools districts, he said, also work closely with their counties’ behavioral health services. But with strain placed on staffing at the county level, service wait times can stretch to three weeks.
The mobile crisis unit in Bucks County, for example, was “gutted over the course of the pandemic,” and operating at significantly lower capacity, according to Donna Duffy-Bell, administrator of the Bucks County Behavioral Health/Development Programs.
“I’m sure the schools, as well as the general community, felt the impact of that limited capacity,” she said.
Pennsylvania's need for more mental health support has grown in recent years.
In 2021, youth crisis hotlines, mobile crisis response teams and walk-in crisis centers statewide all saw an increase in the number of people seeking care over the previous year, according to data from the Department of Human Services.
Furthermore, 40% of Pennsylvania students in grades six, eight, 10 and 12 surveyed in 2021 said they felt sad or depressed most days over the past year — a slight increase over 38% of students who were surveyed in 2017 and 2019.
More children also seriously considered suicide or planned suicide in 2021 as compared to the two previous survey years, and reported self-harm also increased. The data, collected by the state agencies biennially from 1,908 eligible schools, reflects what officials say is a growing trend of increased mental health issues among Pennsylvania youth.
“We know this is going to be an ongoing collective effort,” said Monica Stefanik, children’s services director for Bucks County. “We’re continuing to see an increase and want to pull together as a community to support youth on many levels. That will help to improve mental health over time if we’re all working together.”
In addition to mental health funding for schools, lawmakers also set aside $42.6 million for county mental health offices providing at-home and community based behavioral health services.
Another $100 million in federal relief funding will support adult behavioral health care. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/mental-health-figures-into-pennsylvanias-education-funding-harrisburg-schools/521-ccde5963-7670-4177-9260-7468ec903cbc | 2022-07-13T00:35:47 | 0 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/mental-health-figures-into-pennsylvanias-education-funding-harrisburg-schools/521-ccde5963-7670-4177-9260-7468ec903cbc |
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A new law was passed Monday that requires drivers to remove ice and snow from their vehicles within 24 hours following heavy snow or ice storms.
Governor Wolf signed Act 90 of 2022 into law, which enacted the bill into law.
Senator Lisa Boscola (D-18) proposed the bill to help avoid future snow or ice-related tragedies.
The law, nicknamed "Christine's Law," was conceived after the death of Christine Lambert of Palmer Township on Christmas Day in 2005. Lambert was driving when a large piece of ice dislodged from a passing box truck and crashed through her windshield.
“I have been fighting on behalf of the Lamberts to get Christine’s Law on the books ever since that tragic accident over a decade and a half ago,” Boscola said in a press release. “It’s been a long road to get this bill become law, but it was a fight I had to win for Christine’s husband Frank and son Matthew.”
Christine's Law will allow police to be more proactive. Before, they could only penalize drivers when serious bodily harm occurred from snow or ice projectiles. Now, officers can pull over a vehicle where the buildup of ice or snow poses a potential hazard.
"Act 90 is first and foremost about public safety,” Boscola said. “The goal of Christine’s Law is to increase public awareness and make people more vigilant about clearing snow and ice from their vehicles so that the tragedy that befell the Lamberts doesn’t happen to other families.”
Christine's Law will go into effect in 60 days, meaning snow and ice removal will be required for the upcoming winter season. | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/snow-ice-removed-24-hours-harrisburg/521-c8af808e-70c1-4d99-a69b-b4829b7ebbad | 2022-07-13T00:35:53 | 1 | https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/snow-ice-removed-24-hours-harrisburg/521-c8af808e-70c1-4d99-a69b-b4829b7ebbad |
Protesters seek feds' review of store that sold gun killing Detroit officer
Eastpointe — A Detroit City Council member and community leaders called Tuesday for a federal investigation into an Eastpointe gun shop that sold a gun used in last week's shooting death of a Detroit police officer in what federal officials have claimed was an illegal straw purchase.
About 20 demonstrators rallied for gun reform in front of Action Impact Firearms and Training Center on Eight Mile Road in Eastpointe. The gun used in death of Detroit police Officer Loren Courts on Wednesday was purchased illegally at the Action Impact Firearms and Training Center.
Courts was shot by a suspect firing "indiscriminately" with an assault rifle while responding to a 911 call on the city's west side. Ehmani Davis, 19, who police said shot Courts, was killed by officers.
On Sunday, U.S. attorney Dawn Ison charged Sheldon Avery Thomas for straw purchasing, a federal crime in which someone claims they are buying a gun for themselves when it is intended for someone who cannot legally purchase one.
Thomas allegedly purchased the semi-automatic pistol in June, then sold it to Davis for the original price of $1,200 plus a $50 fee. The maximum penalties for straw purchasing are $250,000 in fines and 10 years in prison. Action Impact Firearms and Training Center owner William Kucyk said the shop has stopped selling the Draco pistol used in Courts' slaying and the similar Draco rifle at all locations.
The demonstrators called on the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to review the store's federal gun license and all previous sales of guns for crimes, including straw purchases.
"Is this just a one-off, or is this something that's a larger process that needs to be looked into?" said Councilman Scott Benson, who organized the rally.
Benson emphasized the responsibilities that Action Impact and similar firearms businesses shoulder. "I need you to do your background check and do your due diligence," Benson said. "We can't stop everything. But once people know that you're watching, they may take a little more care."
Teferi Brent, a community leader and activist, said the community owes it to Courts and his wife and children to hold the businesses that sell "weapons of war" accountable.
"We have a problem with this business and every business like it," he said.
Kucyk said that transactions at his stores are conducted thoroughly and employees beyond what is required by law. He said his employees have likely prevented similar tragedies because of their attention to detail and their diligence.
"It's tragic. I'm retired law enforcement, I bleed blue, so we're all hurting here," Kucyk said. "I don't want to educate the criminal, so when we decline gun sales, I don't tell the person why because then that would just train them to go to the next store."
Brent said that while the removal of Draco pistols and rifles from Action Impact's shelves is a victory, it is only a starting point.
"It's because of his (Courts) transition, it's because of the life that he lived and unfortunately, the life that was taken from his family prematurely, that we are here today, which has led to that action," Brent said.
Protestors call for state, federal action
Protestors also demanded that state legislators strike laws preventing cities from regulating guns locally and called on federal politicians to ban assault weapons.
Benson called for cities and municipalities to have more control over the selling of firearms within their borders.
"You'd have a city that could say 'No, you're not allowed to sell assault weapons within our city borders' or 'You're not allowed to sell handguns,' " he said. "We can have a much greater level of say in what was sold in our municipalities."
Community activist and minister Malik Shabazz said electing representatives who will change policies would help.
"We've got to change ... the codes, the policy, the laws," he said. "We need people in Lansing, in Washington that will fight for that."
Warren City Council member Angela Rogensues, who is running for Congress in Michigan's 10th district, attended the rally. She said people should demand more from elected officials when it comes to gun violence.
"We must do more. We must ensure that people can go to school, can go to the grocery store, can go to their place where they practice religion, without fear of being shot," she said. "We must do everything we possibly can do to protect the folks in law enforcement who are going out and fighting these battles every single day."
Harrison Township resident Gordon Farhat attended the rally and said he identifies as a conservative Republican. While he believes in the right to bear arms, Farhat said the use of assault rifles is getting "out of control," and called for stricter punishment for illegal gun possession.
"You just have common sense laws," Farhat said. "You get caught with an illegal gun, you should be in prison. You shouldn't get out within hours."
Community mourns Courts
Several community activists who attended the rally had worked with Courts in community outreach efforts with the Detroit Police Department.
Darryl Woods, an organizer with the Better Together initiative to bridge the gap between citizens and the police, said Courts was very involved in community work.
"This is a very big, very somber moment," he said. "It is a heartbreaking moment for us, and a heartbreaking moment for the city of Detroit."
Shabazz said he also worked with Courts, who helped him distribute Crime Stoppers flyers around the community.
"Loren Courts was assigned to be with us out the street several times and he always acted like he enjoyed it. He acted like he cared. He acted like this is what he wanted, the community and the police coming together," Shabazz said. "That is my experience with him as an honorable, caring, constitutional police officer."
During Detroit City Council's formal session Tuesday morning, President Mary Sheffield requested a moment of silence for Courts.
"He leaves behind a wife of 11 years, two children, because Officer Courts made the ultimate sacrifice for the city of Detroit," said Sheffield, adding her office will be attending his funeral set for Monday.
"He set out to protect and serve, and we are humbled by his bravery and his heroism."
The department's Second Deputy Chief Kyra Joy Hope said police cannot combat gun violence in the city alone.
"We don't all stand together when we're trying to be proactive about the things we need to be doing," she said. "Be a part of the solution and not the problem."
Gwen Parks, a Detroit native, said she has been personally affected by gun violence in the city and attended the rally to get guns off the street.
"My grandkids lost their mother back in January this year to gun violence. Killed by a gun, shot to death." "Protect our children, protect the officers, protect people who are trying to protect us."
Benson emphasized the rippling effects of gun violence, with the families and colleagues of not only Courts permanently changed, but those of Thomas and Davis as well.
"All because of an assault weapon being sold legally, that's an oxymoron," he said.
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BRADENTON, Fla. — The Bradenton Riverwalk East expansion is almost finished and set for a grand opening this fall.
The Riverwalk would connect the city from the west of the Downtown Bradenton area to the east at Mineral Springs Park.
The park used to be home to the historic Angola community of enslaved black people who had fled from captivity.
The settlement started forming in the early 1800s when they sought safety among the Native-American Seminole tribe, and some of them intermarried.
The Bradenton Riverwalk, which was created 10 years ago, is three miles long and aims to provide the neighborhoods on the east side of the city with equal riverfront access and more recreational space.
"The space was kind of like a blank space before, but now it is more inviting for a family to come out here and enjoy themselves," Tom Washington said, a Bradenton resident.
Washington said he and his family trace parts of their lineage back several generations to the settlers of Angola. He comes to the park to play his djembe drum.
With the expansion of the Riverwalk and the improvements that have now provided access to the Manatee River, Washington said he can now comfortably sit along the bank, dip his feet in the water and play drum beats in reverence of his ancestors.
"What they are doing with the park, I love it, it's beautiful. People can come out and enjoy themselves," he said.
"I longed to just come straight to the water, come fishing or whatever, and since they have been building, this part has been cut off. You would have to go either to Palmetto or you would have to go down to Coquina beach, but I can come straight down the road and relax." Washington said.
Bradenton city leaders said the Riverwalk project is all part of a larger effort to revitalize the area with not just business and residences, but to also attract recreation and tourism.
"If you want to go the whole way, you're going to be able to go three miles from one end to the other and then three miles back, but it's going to help connect our city and that's what's exciting," City of Bradenton Mayor Gene Brown said. "The Riverwalk also gives this neighborhood a park to have and do different activities."
The project includes a 35-feet high observation deck with wheelchair access. City leaders said they are in talks with businesses, including real estate, restaurants, and retailers, about opportunities to achieve their vision for the Riverwalk.
The expanded Riverwalk is set to open fully on Sept. 10, and another goal is to have the entire project up and running by Nov., according to Brown. | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/manateecounty/bradentons-riverwalk-expansion/67-109240cd-3c97-4a41-a3bc-e3ffd07631c4 | 2022-07-13T00:36:52 | 1 | https://www.wtsp.com/article/news/local/manateecounty/bradentons-riverwalk-expansion/67-109240cd-3c97-4a41-a3bc-e3ffd07631c4 |
UTICA, N.Y. -- The latest participant in the New Forest Cemetery saga was Lewis Polishook, the director of the State Division of Cemeteries. He accompanied Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon on a tour of the cemetery Tuesday afternoon.
"He needed to see firsthand what we're faced with," said Buttenschon.
Headstones, overrun by overgrown grass and weeds. Family members, concerned their plots have been double sold, or, that if a loved one dies, they won't be able to bury them in the plot here, which they already own.
"My understanding is that there was, at one point in time, not so great record keeping, the result of which means at least that some plots are off. That it's not exactly where it's supposed to be. Whether the were actually double sold or not, I'm honestly not sure," said Polishook.
Loved ones were at the cemetery during the tour asking questions. Notably absent were members of the old board, who walked away from the cemetery board last month. Or did they?
"I don't know. According to the Secretary of State's Office, they do not have formal resignations, so that's where kind of the confusion lies," said the Assemblywoman. "There's a process for individuals to step down."
In a few weeks on Aug. 5, there will be a meeting at the cemetery at 5:30 p.m., out of which will hopefully come more answers than questions. Buttenschon says the board called the meeting. | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/nys-director-of-division-of-cemeteries-tours-new-forest-cemetery-in-utica/article_1e3989d4-0227-11ed-ba58-f7939ee80ae8.html | 2022-07-13T00:36:58 | 1 | https://www.wktv.com/news/local/nys-director-of-division-of-cemeteries-tours-new-forest-cemetery-in-utica/article_1e3989d4-0227-11ed-ba58-f7939ee80ae8.html |
EAST CHICAGO — A 7-year-old boy was killed in a homicide in East Chicago on Tuesday morning, the Lake County coroner's office said.
East Chicago Police Department received several calls of shots fired on 3500 Pennsylvania Street at approximately 1 a.m.
The boy was identified at St. Catherine's Hospital emergency room by death investigators as Jermiah Moore. His address was unknown. He died due to a gunshot wound.
Assisting agencies included Lake County coroner's office, Lake County Crime Scene Investigations and East Chicago Police Department.
East Chicago police did not immediately respond to requests for more information.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Jason Woods
Age : 31
Residence: Wolcott, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205825
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Shunell Watson
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205839
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Isaiah McNeal
Age : 26
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205831
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Reginald Russell
Age : 30
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205828
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - OBTAINING PROPERTY - BY CREDIT CARD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Mariya Smith
Age : 19
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205845
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jared Smithey
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205822
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tanner Lewis
Age : 25
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205835
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Sydney Gonzales
Age : 27
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205846
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jenifer Joy
Age : 35
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205827
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD - BY ADULT; RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Anthony Casares
Age : 19
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205823
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT; THEFT - PROPERTY - FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Rickey Stewart Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205797
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Emily Weber Brokke
Age : 22
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205785
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Stephen Miller Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205793
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Andres Perez
Age : 43
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205801
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER (ATTEMPTED)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dion Pope
Age : 39
Residence: Brooklyn, NY
Booking Number(s): 2205816
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alexa Rodriguez
Age : 18
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205817
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Cody Long
Age : 29
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205792
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Nicole Meljanac
Age : 39
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205791
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Angela Miller
Age : 43
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205811
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Majestic Lee
Age : 24
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205808
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dwayne King
Age : 51
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205800
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Amari Evans
Age : 24
Residence: Indianapolis, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205787
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - FORGERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Howe
Age : 45
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205799
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
David Keck
Age : 36
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205815
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Paul Delgado
Age : 42
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205814
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Mariah Driver
Age : 22
Residence: Madison, WI
Booking Number(s): 2205813
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brandon Clements
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205812
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - W/PRIOR AN UNRELATED CONVICTION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Megan Myers
Age : 27
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205766
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Samaria Porter
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205783
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Roque
Age : 59
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205773
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION - SIMPLE; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Kristina Delaney
Age : 34
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205776
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brian Jablonski
Age : 33
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205770
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
James Kratkoczki
Age : 41
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205767
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Lopez
Age : 36
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205779
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Stephan Metcalfe
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205772
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dashiae Williams
Age : 20
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205748
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER (ATTEMPTED)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Wineteer
Age : 46
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205758
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: IMPERSONATION - PUBLIC SERVANT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Fabian Yanez
Age : 29
Residence: Calumet City, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205741
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Lea Vogel
Age : 39
Residence: Nineveh, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205742
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI; NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Darien Small
Age : 30
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205750
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING - ESCAPE; POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Davion Stephenson
Age : 23
Residence: Country Club Hills, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205746
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Samantha Taylor
Age : 29
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205756
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Raffinee Pedraza
Age : 37
Residence: Bourbonnais, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205760
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jamal Simmons
Age : 27
Residence: Hazel Crest, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205734
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: CRIMINAL RECKLESSNESS (AGGRESSIVE DRIVING/SERIOUS BODILY INJURY)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Taylen Johnson
Age : 20
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205736
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Deontae Marzette
Age : 29
Residence: Richton Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205759
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Casey Doll
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205744
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Raynard Donald
Age : 20
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205739
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: CRIMINAL RECKLESSNESS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lauren Fuqua
Age : 22
Residence: Lynwood, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205745
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tyrae Hayes
Age : 25
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205733
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dominique Byndom
Age : 25
Residence: Riverdale, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205749
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Reynaldo Briseno
Age : 57
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205757
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ronald Ruggeri
Age : 63
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205706
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kayla Shamblin
Age : 33
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205703
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG; POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Emigdio Nodal
Age : 62
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205711
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alexander Rodriguez
Age : 35
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205725
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD; DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY; BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
John Fry
Age : 62
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205716
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Ashley Jager
Age : 23
Residence: DeMotte, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205712
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Benjamin King
Age : 37
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205702
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATE VEHICLE AFTER BEING HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Elizabeth Lambert
Age : 29
Residence: Bourbonnais, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205704
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Carey Carlson
Age : 40
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205717
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vicorio Banks
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205710
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Anthony Brown
Age : 47
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205705
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: SEX OFFENDER RESIDENCY VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Malik Young
Age : 26
Residence: University Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205672
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Stephanie Slawinski
Age : 33
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205699
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dashawn Wims
Age : 19
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205675
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jasmine Robinson
Age : 29
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205694
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI; FAMILY OFFENSE- NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Kenneth Nuzzo
Age : 25
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205665
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cassandria Norfleet
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205686
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Timothy Lewis
Age : 23
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205669
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Lipsey
Age : 58
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205679
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Rashonda Love
Age : 33
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205659
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dermaine Michaels
Age : 34
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205668
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
James Lewis
Age : 57
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205463
Arrest Date: June 24, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Idris Doss
Age : 40
Residence: Fort Wayne, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205663
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST PERSON W/MENTAL OR PHYSICLA DISABILITY - W/INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Savalley Evans
Age : 42
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205673
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
James Johnson
Age : 31
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205670
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Robert Johnston
Age : 64
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205662
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jessica Kollwitz
Age : 34
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205683
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATE VEHICLE AFTER BEING HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Danielle Bronson
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205696
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Celia Bruno
Age : 38
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205691
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Bruce Burns
Age : 55
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205660
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Darius Barnes
Age : 26
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205666
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brandon York
Age : 47
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205648
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Megan Hogan
Age : 36
Residence: Holton, MI
Booking Number(s): 2205647
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vicki Kirkwood
Age : 53
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205655
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Julian Payne
Age : 44
Residence: Lincoln, NB
Booking Number(s): 2205637
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Omar Rivera
Age : 42
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205652
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/DEADLY WEAPON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kimberly Bouknight
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205649
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jordan Fletcher
Age : 20
Residence: North Judson, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205640
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alejandro Arteaga
Age : 19
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205645
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
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HOBART − "We're putting our life's treasures in garbage bags. It's heartbreaking," said Lorraine Guillen-Wentz, a resident who was displaced Monday after her apartment building was shut down by the City of Hobart Building Department.
Guillen-Wentz had returned from the burial of her husband's mother and was not even able to get in the door of 215 East St., her home for the last eight years. Inspectors were blocking it and expressed to residents they were in danger.
She was not able to take many of her items, as there was concern that asbestos or mold could be in the building. She was left without a mattress and forced out, she said.
"We are homeless. We are literally homeless right now. They are uprooting our lives right now," Guillen-Wentz said.
Guillen-Wentz and her husband were among 11 region families who were displaced Monday after serious safety issues were found in a Hobart apartment building. Councilman Chris Wells, R-5th, said he saw 20 adults and five children vacate.
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A "Do Not Occupy" notice given to property owner Joe Gore indicated the building was a fire hazard, hazard to public health and violates codes. Notable issues included electrical problems, blocked exits, unlit exit signs, water leaks, sewage backup, expired fire extinguishers, potential asbestos and black mold, unsanitary conditions and inoperable smoke detectors in units.
Hobart firefighters were called to conduct a wellness check in a basement apartment at 215 East St., a building east of downtown, in the afternoon Monday. Upon arrival, they learned the resident no longer lived in the building.
However, upon further investigation into building conditions, assistant chief John Reitz said they noticed several safety concerns, prompting them to alert the Hobart Building Department.
Both the Fire Department and Building Department will be conducting further investigations.
Hobart Building Code Official Karen Hansen said that they met with Gore on Tuesday morning and that he made a commitment to address violations and plans to fix the issues. Gore did not respond to a request from The Times for more information.
Hobart Township Board covered the families for two nights in a local hotel, and Mission BBQ donated dinner for the families.
While Guillen-Wentz was appreciative of the nights in the hotel, she said, she was not sure where she would go next. She wondered if she was expected to live in her car and eat out for every meal.
"I am contacting my rental insurance to see if they can put me somewhere temporarily, but after tomorrow, I am not sure where I am going. Where are we supposed to go?" Guillen-Wentz said. She said she does not have the money to eat out for every meal and her husband has heart issues that require him to eat specific foods.
Wells met with residents Tuesday morning to provide gift cards for food. A meeting was then held at City Hall to find more information and set a plan in place.
He also encouraged donations through social media and PayPal. He said he will provide a plan and update regarding how any money will be spent.
Wells said more than $700 was donated and some has been spent to help provide food for the families. Litehouse Whole Food Grill will be providing dinners for families tonight.
When Wells arrived on scene, he tried to stay out of the way but said he found major concerns, such as mold and electrical and plumbing issues. He said he would not want a member of his family to stay in the building under those conditions.
"We have 11 homeless families on our hands," Wells said on Facebook. "There is a small army of people here working to do everything we can to help, but there is a HUGE need! The residents here have been told to get out asap, and are in need of shelter and meals. We are looking to house these families as best as possible."
Wells said his role as councilman is not to investigate and enforce the codes but to help the community. He wants to do more to help residents.
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GARY — A 9-year-old female drowned in Lake Michigan on Tuesday afternoon, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources said.
Two females were struggling in the water in an unguarded portion of the beach. Visitors were able to pull a 14-year-old female from the water, but a 9-year-old was not visible. Gary officers, beach patrol and the fire department began a chain search in the water while the Lake County Sheriff's Department helicopter did an overhead search.
Both were treated at Methodist Hospitals Northlake Campus, and the 14-year-old was released. The 9-year-old was pronounced deceased. DNR said.
Gary Fire Department, Gary Police Department, Merrillville Fire Department, Hobart Fire Department, Crown Point Fire Department, Cedar Lake Fire Department, Lake County Sheriff's Marine and Aviation units and Indiana Conservation Officers all responded to the scene.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Jason Woods
Age : 31
Residence: Wolcott, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205825
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Shunell Watson
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205839
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Isaiah McNeal
Age : 26
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205831
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Reginald Russell
Age : 30
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205828
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - OBTAINING PROPERTY - BY CREDIT CARD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Mariya Smith
Age : 19
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205845
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jared Smithey
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205822
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tanner Lewis
Age : 25
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205835
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Sydney Gonzales
Age : 27
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205846
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jenifer Joy
Age : 35
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205827
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD - BY ADULT; RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Anthony Casares
Age : 19
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205823
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT; THEFT - PROPERTY - FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Rickey Stewart Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205797
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Emily Weber Brokke
Age : 22
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205785
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Stephen Miller Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205793
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Andres Perez
Age : 43
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205801
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER (ATTEMPTED)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dion Pope
Age : 39
Residence: Brooklyn, NY
Booking Number(s): 2205816
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alexa Rodriguez
Age : 18
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205817
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Cody Long
Age : 29
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205792
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Nicole Meljanac
Age : 39
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205791
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Angela Miller
Age : 43
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205811
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Majestic Lee
Age : 24
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205808
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dwayne King
Age : 51
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205800
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Amari Evans
Age : 24
Residence: Indianapolis, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205787
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - FORGERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Howe
Age : 45
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205799
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
David Keck
Age : 36
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205815
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Paul Delgado
Age : 42
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205814
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Mariah Driver
Age : 22
Residence: Madison, WI
Booking Number(s): 2205813
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brandon Clements
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205812
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - W/PRIOR AN UNRELATED CONVICTION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Megan Myers
Age : 27
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205766
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Samaria Porter
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205783
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Roque
Age : 59
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205773
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION - SIMPLE; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Kristina Delaney
Age : 34
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205776
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brian Jablonski
Age : 33
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205770
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
James Kratkoczki
Age : 41
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205767
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Lopez
Age : 36
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205779
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Stephan Metcalfe
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205772
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dashiae Williams
Age : 20
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205748
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER (ATTEMPTED)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Wineteer
Age : 46
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205758
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: IMPERSONATION - PUBLIC SERVANT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Fabian Yanez
Age : 29
Residence: Calumet City, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205741
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Lea Vogel
Age : 39
Residence: Nineveh, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205742
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI; NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Darien Small
Age : 30
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205750
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING - ESCAPE; POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Davion Stephenson
Age : 23
Residence: Country Club Hills, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205746
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Samantha Taylor
Age : 29
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205756
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Raffinee Pedraza
Age : 37
Residence: Bourbonnais, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205760
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jamal Simmons
Age : 27
Residence: Hazel Crest, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205734
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: CRIMINAL RECKLESSNESS (AGGRESSIVE DRIVING/SERIOUS BODILY INJURY)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Taylen Johnson
Age : 20
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205736
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Deontae Marzette
Age : 29
Residence: Richton Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205759
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Casey Doll
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205744
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Raynard Donald
Age : 20
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205739
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: CRIMINAL RECKLESSNESS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lauren Fuqua
Age : 22
Residence: Lynwood, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205745
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tyrae Hayes
Age : 25
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205733
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dominique Byndom
Age : 25
Residence: Riverdale, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205749
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Reynaldo Briseno
Age : 57
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205757
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ronald Ruggeri
Age : 63
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205706
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kayla Shamblin
Age : 33
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205703
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG; POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Emigdio Nodal
Age : 62
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205711
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alexander Rodriguez
Age : 35
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205725
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD; DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY; BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
John Fry
Age : 62
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205716
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Ashley Jager
Age : 23
Residence: DeMotte, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205712
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Benjamin King
Age : 37
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205702
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATE VEHICLE AFTER BEING HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Elizabeth Lambert
Age : 29
Residence: Bourbonnais, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205704
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Carey Carlson
Age : 40
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205717
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vicorio Banks
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205710
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Anthony Brown
Age : 47
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205705
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: SEX OFFENDER RESIDENCY VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Malik Young
Age : 26
Residence: University Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205672
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Stephanie Slawinski
Age : 33
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205699
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dashawn Wims
Age : 19
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205675
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jasmine Robinson
Age : 29
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205694
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI; FAMILY OFFENSE- NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Kenneth Nuzzo
Age : 25
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205665
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cassandria Norfleet
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205686
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Timothy Lewis
Age : 23
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205669
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Lipsey
Age : 58
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205679
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Rashonda Love
Age : 33
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205659
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dermaine Michaels
Age : 34
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205668
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
James Lewis
Age : 57
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205463
Arrest Date: June 24, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Idris Doss
Age : 40
Residence: Fort Wayne, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205663
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST PERSON W/MENTAL OR PHYSICLA DISABILITY - W/INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Savalley Evans
Age : 42
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205673
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
James Johnson
Age : 31
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205670
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Robert Johnston
Age : 64
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205662
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jessica Kollwitz
Age : 34
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205683
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATE VEHICLE AFTER BEING HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Danielle Bronson
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205696
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Celia Bruno
Age : 38
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205691
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Bruce Burns
Age : 55
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205660
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Darius Barnes
Age : 26
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205666
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brandon York
Age : 47
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205648
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Megan Hogan
Age : 36
Residence: Holton, MI
Booking Number(s): 2205647
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vicki Kirkwood
Age : 53
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205655
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Julian Payne
Age : 44
Residence: Lincoln, NB
Booking Number(s): 2205637
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Omar Rivera
Age : 42
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205652
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/DEADLY WEAPON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kimberly Bouknight
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205649
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jordan Fletcher
Age : 20
Residence: North Judson, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205640
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alejandro Arteaga
Age : 19
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205645
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
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Thousands of galaxies swirl in a patch of sky no bigger than a grain of sand held at arm’s length.
Water molecules streak through the atmosphere of a giant exoplanet quadrillions of miles from Earth.
The rusty peaks and canyons of Cosmic Cliffs cradle newborn stars like the Catalinas on a moonlit night.
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope delivered a taste of many wonders to come, with the release Tuesday of the first full-color scientific images and spectrographic data captured by the $10 billion infrared observatory with strong ties to Tucson.
University of Arizona research professor Stacey Alberts has been working on Webb for the past eight years, and even she was surprised by the depth and beauty captured in the first images.
“It’s day 1, and we’re already seeing features like never before. They’re just popping,” the astronomer said. “We’re going to revolutionize the field, and it’s going to take a week instead of a year.”
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Alberts serves on the instrument teams for two of Webb’s key components: the Near Infrared Camera, or NIRCam, and the Mid-Infrared Instrument, or MIRI.
Several dozen UA astronomers, engineers and students played roles in the development of the two instruments, none more so than the university’s resident infrared astronomy power couple.
Regents’ professor Marcia Rieke led the development team and now serves as principal investigator for NIRCam, which serves as the telescope’s main camera with light sensors designed, built and tested at the UA.
Her husband, fellow Regents’ professor George Rieke, is science team lead for MIRI, a camera and spectrograph he helped design.
The Riekes were among a select group of Webb insiders who got a sneak peak of the telescope’s first images Friday, a few days before they were unveiled to the rest of the world.
Marcia Rieke expected them to be good, but she was not prepared for what she saw.
“Spectacular, mind-blowing, more amazing than I could have hoped,” she said. “You realize, ‘I didn’t waste 20 years of my life.’ It was worth it.”
Background objects that showed up as blurs — or not all — in images from the Hubble or Spitzer space telescopes could now be seen for what they are: bright, distinct spirals packed with billions of stars.
“Webb is so good at detecting galaxies that galaxies are photo-bombing us all over the place,” she said.
George Rieke summed up his reaction with a single word: “Wow!”
He said Webb’s first deep view into the dust and gas of the Southern Ring Nebula, for example, has already rendered similar images captured by the Hubble “completely boring.”
He is more convinced than ever that the new telescope will lead to advances in almost every area of astronomy. Researchers are “almost assured” to discover things no one has ever seen before, he said. “We’re going to make people have to rewrite the textbooks.”
Long journey
Webb was launched on Christmas Day 2021, after years of delays and cost overruns.
It took the spacecraft about a month to reach its final destination roughly 1 million miles from Earth, where it entered a parallel orbit around the sun.
Along the way, Webb executed a series of complicated maneuvers to deploy its heat shield and unfold the 18 segments that work together to form the largest telescope mirror ever flown in space.
That mirror and the instruments tied to it then underwent months of adjustment and commissioning.
Tuesday’s image release marks the official start of the telescope’s long-awaited science mission.
“There’s data that’s going to be coming tomorrow,” Alberts said. “It’s crazy.”
Webb’s first five scientific targets were chosen by an international committee from NASA, the European Space Agency, Canadian Space Agency and the Space Telescope Science Institute, which are all partners on the project.
The selections were meant to highlight Webb’s wide range of applications, from studying the most distant observable galaxies in the early universe to analyzing the atmospheres of neighboring exoplanets in search of potentially habitable worlds.
The four new images released Tuesday include:
- The Carina Nebula, home to the Cosmic Cliffs, where Webb has already revealed previously invisible areas where new stars are forming.
- Southern Ring Nebula, where waves of dust and gas expelled by a dying star over thousands of years offer scientists new clues about stellar death and rebirth.
- Stephan's Quintet, a much-studied compact group of galaxies shown in unprecedented detail in a mosaic of almost 1,000 Webb images, revealing newly formed stars, shock waves and sweeping tails of gas being stripped away by collisions on a galactic scale.
- And exoplanet WASP-96b, 1,150 light-years away in the southern-sky constellation Phoenix, where Webb quickly detected water molecules in an atmosphere roiled by the puffy gas giant’s close proximity to its sun-like star.
The four images were released online one at a time Tuesday morning, causing a stir among astronomy enthusiasts around the world. Google marked the occasion with an animated search-engine doodle dedicated to Webb.
Even President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris got in on the act, unveiling the first image during a Monday afternoon news conference at the White House: a deep view of a galaxy cluster known as SMACS 0723 that represents the deepest and sharpest infrared look at the distant universe ever made — at least so far.
Tucson ties
The unprecedented image was assembled using data collected by Webb during 12½ hours of observing time, and it’s only a small taste of what the telescope can do.
Starting in September, Webb will spend around 800 hours peering far deeper into the universe than ever before as part of an effort to refine and expand upon Hubble’s famous Ultra Deep-Field image. That composite of hundreds of observations from one small region of space contains roughly 10,000 galaxies, including some dating back more than 13 billion years to when the universe was only a few hundred million years old.
The James Webb Space Telescope Advanced Deep Extragalactic Survey will examine the same dark patch of sky, using combined data from NIRCam and MIRI to peer through dust clouds and capture some of the earliest stars and galaxies to form after the Big Bang.
Such deep views through cosmic dust will also help astronomers find other hidden objects lurking in space, Alberts said.
“We might be missing up to half of the black holes in the universe, and this is how we’re going to find them,” she said.
Alberts specializes in the study of galaxies and what happens to them when they get too close to their neighbors. She can’t wait for her turn with Webb.
In April, she is scheduled to point the telescope at the Norma constellation, more than 200 million light-years away, where a galaxy known as ESO 137-001 is being stripped of its star-forming gas as it plunges through one of the largest known galaxy clusters.
The chance to work on Webb is what lured Alberts to the UA for her post-doctoral work in 2014.
“That was pretty much it,” she said.
Her decision is about to pay off in a major way. NASA has allotted 13% of Webb’s total observing time to the university, the most of any astronomy center in the world.
That’s no accident as far as George Rieke is concerned. It’s the return on an investment the university made in the 1960s, when it recruited such astronomy pioneers as Gerard Kuiper and Frank Low.
“Modern infrared astronomy started at the U of A,” George Rieke said, so it’s only fitting that the next round of new discoveries in the field might just be made right here. | https://tucson.com/news/local/first-webb-images-dazzle-even-u-of-a-astronomers-who-helped-collect-them/article_f43d56a0-0132-11ed-b974-8b48d67ea02c.html | 2022-07-13T00:46:21 | 0 | https://tucson.com/news/local/first-webb-images-dazzle-even-u-of-a-astronomers-who-helped-collect-them/article_f43d56a0-0132-11ed-b974-8b48d67ea02c.html |
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Tucson investors have bought the shuttered Tucson Greyhound Park in South Tucson for just over $9 million in cash.
Equilibrium Cordova Village LLC bought the 16.7-acre site at 2601 and 2631 S. Third Ave. and 2725, 2713 and 2631 S. Fourth Ave., records from the Pima County Recorder’s Office show.
Located within South Tucson, the property is zoned to allow retail business with wholesale, warehousing, repairing and amusement enterprise or limited manufacturing, though no plans for the property have been announced.
The site also sits in an “opportunity zone“ — a designation added to the tax code in 2017 as a way to get economic development in distressed areas.
Using proceeds from an unrelated sale, investors who use those profits to develop within the zones can defer capital gains taxes.
Tucson Greyhound Park opened in 1944 and raced dogs until 2016. Since then it operated as an off-track betting site and owners announced last month that it would close in June.
The sale of the park closed June 24.
Other local transactions include:
9th St 814-838 E LLC bought the 26-unit Sonoran on 9th Apartments, 814-838 E. Ninth St., from Pelican 9th LLC for $5.3 million. Allan Mendelsberg and Conrad Joey Martinez, with Picor, represented both parties.
Tucson Drexel Equities LLC bought 4 acres of vacant land at 5375 S. Tucson Blvd. from TucDrex LLC for $1.2 million. Aaron LaPrise, Dave Hammack and Andy Seleznov, with Picor, represented the seller. Carson John Klepinger, with Glenwood Real Estate Services LLC, represented the buyer.
Glenn Dorado LLC bought 4.14 acres of land at Fairview Business Park, 985, 986 and 964 W. Fairview Business Park Place, from Tucson Collision Inc. for $850,000. Jesse Blum and Alex Demeroutis, with Picor, and Scott Young, with CBRE, Michigan, represented the seller. Wayne R. Rutschman with Wayne R. Rutschman, represented the buyer.
Paleteria Y Neveria La Michoacana LLC bought 1,836 square feet at 302 W. Ajo Way from Richard & Rosemary Gomez for $375,000. Molly Mary Gilbert and Cintya Denisse Angulo Garcia, with Picor, handled the sale.
Southern Arizona Leadership Council Inc. leased 4,198 square feet of office space from WCCP Copper Point LLC, SOD Investments II LLC, and PVP Cambric LLC at 1760 E. River Road. Richard M. Kleiner, with Picor, represented the tenant and Philip Skillings, with NAI Horizon, represented the landlord.
Photos: Greyhound racing in Tucson through the years
Last night of live racing at Tucson Greyhound Park
Last night of live racing at Tucson Greyhound Park
Last night of live racing at Tucson Greyhound Park
Last night of live racing at Tucson Greyhound Park
Last night of live racing at Tucson Greyhound Park
Last night of live racing at Tucson Greyhound Park
Last night of live racing at Tucson Greyhound Park
Last night of live racing at Tucson Greyhound Park
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Last night of live racing at Tucson Greyhound Park
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Information for Tucson Real Estate is compiled from records at the Pima County Recorder’s Office and from brokers. Send information to Gabriela Rico, grico@tucson.com
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ATLANTIC CITY — Police were investigating a daytime shooting Tuesday on Atlantic Avenue.
Several employees along the 1700 block of Atlantic said the shooting took place about 12:30 p.m., sending the surrounding businesses into a more than four-hour lockdown.
The workers, who asked not to be identified because they feared the shooter had not been arrested, said they believed drugs were involved.
In the aftermath, police searched the surrounding area. Atlantic Avenue between Indiana Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard was sealed off from traffic, and orange cones that marked evidence could be seen on the sidewalk and street.
The road was reopened about 2:30 p.m., police said.
Police had not released any additional information as of Tuesday evening. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/atlantic-city-police-probe-daytime-shooting/article_a7a96716-020e-11ed-bebb-1bce5220625b.html | 2022-07-13T00:47:31 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/atlantic-city-police-probe-daytime-shooting/article_a7a96716-020e-11ed-bebb-1bce5220625b.html |
MIDDLE TOWNSHIP — Police arrested a Rio Grande man Monday after a search of his home turned up a semiautomatic rifle and a cache of drugs.
Joseph Fontanez, 41, was charged with certain person not to possess a firearm, certain person not to possess a weapon, possession of a stolen firearm, possession of a firearm during a drug offense, seven counts of possession of a controlled dangerous substance, six counts of distribution of CDS and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was sent to the Cape May County jail.
Upon executing a search warrant Monday on Delaware Avenue, police, assisted by the Cape May County Prosecutor's Office and Cape May County Regional SWAT Team, recovered a stolen AR-15 with a loaded magazine, more than 2 ounces of methamphetamine, more than 500 prescription pills, ecstasy, cocaine, more than $2,000 in cash, and weighing and packaging items used to distribute drugs, police said in a news release.
Police had targeted Fontanez as part of an investigation into the distribution of heroin and meth in the Rio Grande section of the township. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/rio-grande-man-arrested-with-ar-15-rifle-drugs-police-say/article_d7312444-0239-11ed-80c9-3f6702758fbf.html | 2022-07-13T00:47:38 | 1 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/rio-grande-man-arrested-with-ar-15-rifle-drugs-police-say/article_d7312444-0239-11ed-80c9-3f6702758fbf.html |
BEAVERTON, Ore. — A Monday night car meetup in Beaverton set off a wave of online speculation about street racing and street takeovers, but the Washington County Sheriff's Office is setting the record straight.
Dozens of car enthusiasts gathered in the parking lot of a 7-Eleven near Southwest Murray Boulevard and Millikan Way for an event organized by Street Stars. The store is near the sheriff's office East Precinct headquarters, and deputies who drove by and noted that the event was peaceful for about an hour.
"Just meeting up, showing off cars," said Sgt. Danny DiPietro.
DiPietro said things seemed to escalate as some of the drivers were about to leave. A few drivers revved their engines loudly, spun their tires and made a show of speeding away.
Event organizers explicitly told attendees ahead of time to drive safely and not exhibit this behavior.
"One of our deputies talked with an event organizer, who actually told them, 'this wasn't what I was going for.' It wasn't the idea," DiPietro said. "This was a meetup car show type thing, but unfortunately some people showed up who had other ideas."
Beaverton Police and Washington County deputies cited and gave warnings to several drivers for violating traffic laws.
Online commenters speculated about street racing and street takeovers, similar to the kinds of events seen in Portland over the last few years.
Portland Police Bureau announced a new effort earlier this year to crack down on illegal street racing.
"It's a big safety concern for people," PPB chief Chuck Lovell said in June. "During these events people are struck by vehicles."
Portland officers executed a mission last month against a street takeover event on the Burnside Bridge. During the response, someone involved in the takeover fired shots. No one was hurt, and police tracked down and arrested seven people, towing their vehicles.
"We do not want something like a street takeover to happen," DiPietro said of Washington County.
Although county deputies have responded to some street events, he said none have escalated to the severity of the Burnside incident. He emphasized organizers of the recent meet-up event had the right intent.
"We've been locked up the last couple years, so absolutely, getting together, we completely understand it," DiPietro said.
To those with a greater need for speed, he added:
"There's a place for street racing, and it's PIR." | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/7-eleven-car-meetup-not-street-racing/283-644fb1ad-603f-4e21-bc04-f5bc8aeabf2c | 2022-07-13T00:51:58 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/7-eleven-car-meetup-not-street-racing/283-644fb1ad-603f-4e21-bc04-f5bc8aeabf2c |
ORONDO, Wash. — Logan Schneider thought his day was done on his family's cherry farm last week when it was really just beginning.
"Looking at what happened, I don't know how we both got out," he said.
Logan was riding a tractor in the orchard about 12 miles north of Wenatchee last week when a helicopter hit overhead powerlines and landed on top of him.
"I was pinned against the steering wheel, stuck with the nose of the helicopter sitting right behind me," the recent high school graduate explained.
Logan freed himself from the wreckage only to find the helicopter pilot trapped -- dangling upside down in his harness.
"I heard him screaming," said Logan. "I looked and I saw him upside down hanging. Fire was everywhere. When I was in the moment I really wasn't thinking. I was just doing."
Logan was able to free the pilot. They both sustained minor injuries.
The odds of getting hit by a falling helicopter and walking away with just a slight burn are incredible.
"It's one in a million, I'd say," Logan said.
When asked if he ran out and bought a lottery ticket that day, Logan replied, "I did! I won two bucks! The craziest thing about the whole situation is the pilot and I share the same birthday. I just thought it was so bizarre."
Logan celebrated that birthday by taking it easy last Friday - two days after his harrowing ordeal.
Despite the accident, Logan said he plans to pursue his dream of being a pilot. He will be going to flight school in the fall, after a crash course in close calls.
"I feel like I always have someone watching over me, God watching over me, protecting me. And you never know when it could be your last moment." | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/helicopter-falls-tractor-orondo/281-375b50c1-b64d-4cfe-9e3b-844f806468fe | 2022-07-13T00:52:04 | 0 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/helicopter-falls-tractor-orondo/281-375b50c1-b64d-4cfe-9e3b-844f806468fe |
OREGON CITY, Ore. — The Oregon City man accused of kidnapping and raping a 13-year-old Canadian girl was arraigned Tuesday on five felony counts.
Noah Madrano, 40 appeared in Clackamas County Circuit Court and was charged with first-degree sodomy, first-degree unlawful sexual penetration, second-degree rape, second-degree kidnapping and first-degree sexual abuse. The first two charges are class A felonies, and the others are class B.
The teen was reported missing in Edmonton, Alberta on June 24. She was found with Madrano nine days later in Oregon City, and he was arrested. The teen was taken to a hospital and later released to her parents.
The FBI was involved in the case; Oregon City police said they arrested Madrano per an FBI request, and the FBI's Portland office subsequently confirmed he was arrested for allegedly luring the victim to the United States.
Madrano will also face charges of child luring and possibly additional charges in Canada, according to a press release from Edmonton police last week.
Madrano made his first court appearance July 5. His bail was set at $500,000.
Authorities said he met the victim on social media. Edmonton-based CTV reporter Nicole Lampa, who has been covering the story, said Edmonton police reported that Madrano had made his way to Edmonton a few days after the girl went missing.
He was then seen in Mission, British Columbia, and about a week after the FBI and Edmonton and Oregon City police tracked both him and the victim to Oregon City about a week after her disappearance.
The Edmonton Journal first reported that Madrano appeared to have produced content that aired on Portland-based radio station KBOO-FM, and in a series of tweets on July 3 the station said it had received "disturbing information regarding the behavior of an on-air volunteer that we had no knowledge of prior to this morning," although it did not mention Madrano by name.
The station manager later told KGW that a man named Noah Madrano used to volunteer there, and that volunteers usually produce their own segments, but he was let go after a segment aired containing sexually explicit content. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/oregon-man-accused-kidnapping-canadian-teen-five-felony-counts/283-5bda64b0-f731-42b0-a52e-de6127522428 | 2022-07-13T00:52:10 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/oregon-man-accused-kidnapping-canadian-teen-five-felony-counts/283-5bda64b0-f731-42b0-a52e-de6127522428 |
PORTLAND, Ore. — The Oregon Department of Forestry said Monday that all of its fire districts, which combined cover about 16 million acres (6.47 million hectares), are officially in wildfire season.
Heavy rainfall stalled the start of the season for parts of the state. But with drier, hotter conditions here or forecast statewide, fire officials are urging Oregonians to take steps to prevent blazes, Oregon Public Broadcasting reported.
The official start of fire season means people can expect public use restrictions such as campfire bans where fire danger is high, said Jessica Prakke, public affairs officer with the Oregon Department of Forestry.
The Department of Forestry recommends drowning campfires, monitoring debris piles, not parking cars on dry grass and properly disposing of cigarettes. The fewer human-caused fires on the landscape, Prakke added, the more resources fire officials can devote to other blazes.
The latest fire season outlook from the National Interagency Fire Center shows the highest fire risk in Central and Southern Oregon from the Columbia River down to the California border as well as Southeast Oregon for July.
The Willowcreek Fire north of Ontario near Idaho has been the largest fire in Oregon this year, burning more than 40,000 acres (16,187 hectares) of rangeland in a few days.
Despite this year's exceptionally rainy Pacific Northwest spring, officials have been warning for months that they expected another challenging fire season later in the summer.
At a news conference in May hosted by Gov. Kate Brown, Oregon Department of Forestry fire chief Mike Shaw said high drought levels would cause wildfire conditions to set in very quickly once the cooler spring weather let up.
"I would say we’re in better shape than we would have been if March weather had continued, but it’s still going to be challenging when we make that transition to warmer and dryer weather," he said at the time. | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/wildfire/oregon-wildfire-season-underway/283-18c2d17e-852b-4697-8573-3a7527a611d1 | 2022-07-13T00:52:17 | 1 | https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/wildfire/oregon-wildfire-season-underway/283-18c2d17e-852b-4697-8573-3a7527a611d1 |
The release last week of a Texas plan to spend a record $85 billion over the next decade on hundreds of road projects - including about $2.5 billion in the San Antonio region - without a dollar going to urban mass transit has again focused attention on the state’s transportation priorities.
The Texas Department of Transportation’s “unified transportation plan,” or UTP, is updated annually and directs federal and state funding to highway, bridge, transit, airport, ferry, bike and pedestrian projects labeled the most important for TxDOT to tee up over the next 10 years.
The major projects TxDOT lists for its 12-county San Antonio region are familiar to most local drivers. Among them in Bexar County are: Adding six express lanes to Interstate 35 between Loop 410 South and North, $940 million; Loop 1604 from Texas 16 to U.S. 281, $291 million; Loop 410 interchange at U.S. 281, $80 million; and an upgrade to U.S. 90, $126 million.
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$85.1 billion: Total spending in the Unified Transportation Plan, 2023-32
$80.1 billion: Amount of that dedicated to highways
32: Percentage of state road spending in 2022 paid for by federal funds
2,143: Total number of roadway deaths set as state goal for 2032
4,480: Roadway deaths statewide in 2021
Source: Texas Department of Transportation
Among the projects outside the county are: widening Interstate 10 in Cibolo from the Bexar-Guadalupe county line to FM 465, $153 million; widening I-10 in Seguin from FM 464 to Texas 123, $193 million; and expansion of I-35 in Comal County from the Guadalupe County line to FM 1103, $200 million.
The priorities build on the record $3 billion already under construction statewide, officials said, following increased spending directed to TxDOT starting in 2014.
“We have dirt flying all over the state of Texas,” said San Antonio banker J. Bruce Bugg, chairman of the Texas Transportation Commission.
Opponents of key highway projects in Houston and Austin said they would use a review process to argue against the funding outlined in the plan.
Jay Crossley, director of Farm&City, a non-profit think tank based in Austin, said the plan reflects how the Legislature has “tied the hands of TxDOT and forced them to spend billions on wasteful things like freeway expansion” and widening once-rural roads into corridors encouraging auto-dependent suburban development.
Crossley’s group advocates for a spending balance that favors maintenance and safety upgrades, and he called the new plan “a dramatic improvement over last year because TxDOT has restored something like $800 million for safety improvements statewide over the next ten years.”
He said San Antonio might get about $80 million of that “safety pot” of money, which could bolster ongoing efforts to make dangerous urban boulevards less deadly. TxDOT has already done that on Culebra Road, as just one example, by building raised pedestrian islands with electronic crossing beacons to make navigating the busy road somewhat safer.
Crossley cited multi-year surveys by Rice University’s Kinder Institute for Urban Research that suggest about 45 percent of registered voters in Houston want more state funding for urban mass transit.
“I think you’d find the same thing in San Antonio,” he said. “About a third of those surveyed in Houston said they wanted more walkable communities. The Texas Legislature largely ignores those wishes.”
A case in point, Crossley said, was the proposed redevelopment of the Broadway corridor to make the section north of downtown more bike-and-pedestrian-friendly by widening sidewalks, removing a lane of traffic and upgrading bike paths. That voter-approved project was thwarted by the Texas Transportation Commission. Bugg, its chairman, cited a 2015 directive by Gov. Greg Abbott to reduce congestion on state roadways as justification for pulling the plug.
City Manager Erik Walsh called the move a “complete about-face by TxDOT after working with the city and stakeholders for the last six years.” Mayor Ron Nirenberg ridiculed the commission’s decision as “1950s thinking” and poked fun at Bugg for saying “97 percent of Texans drive a car or truck,” suggesting the state’s pro-highway priorities ensure Texans have no alternative.
The commission will consider the statewide plan after it goes through the month-long public comment period, which opened Friday and closes at 4 p.m. Aug. 8. A virtual public hearing is scheduled July 26. Approval is set for Aug. 30.
Of the $12.5 billion destined for the Houston region in the plan, nearly half of it, $6.13 billion, is dedicated to the rebuild of Interstate 45 from downtown Houston north to Beltway 8 near Greenspoint.
The project, which TxDOT officials defend as a necessary upgrade to a severely aged freeway desperately in need of safety improvements and more capacity, remains paused by a federal review and a pending lawsuit by Harris County. Officials have said they hope a resolution acceptable to state and local leaders can allow the project to proceed.
A group formed to oppose the project, called Stop TxDOT I-45, vowed to fight its inclusion in the UTP.
“It’s regrettable that we have to ask for the funding to be removed, but we believe that this is the only way to avert the catastrophe that TxDOT is working towards,” the group said in a statement. “TxDOT’s expansion plan is too advanced to be fixed. TxDOT has shown that they will push the I-45 expansion forward at any cost.”
Opponents of a planned expansion and rebuild of Interstate 35 in Austin have voiced concerns over the $4.3 billion project’s inclusion in the UTP.
Despite the alarm at some of the biggest projects, there are also important spending changes to the state’s long-range plans, Crossley noted. Federal funding in last year’s transportation bill and decisions by the transportation commission mean safer streets around schools. Spending for so-called transportation alternatives — projects such as bike lanes and sidewalks — skyrockets from $910.5 million in the current UTP to $1.7 billion in the proposed plan.
People “will see a different set of projects because of that,” Crossley said.
Those projects, and potentially all others, will likely cost more as prices for construction materials — notably steel and concrete — climb. In May, bids opened for TxDOT projects were 26 percent higher than estimates, reflecting a spike in costs officials believe could last for some time.
To offset possible increases, officials proposed allowing the transportation commission to approve projects costing up to 25 percent more than estimated, under certain conditions. As with any project listed in the UTP, the cost is only finalized when the project is ready for construction.
“This is intended to keep us agile,” Jessica Butler, director of planning and programming for TxDOT, said of the 25 percent cushion.
That nimbleness, however, was a drag on what officials cheered as a record investment in roads, both in urban areas and rural parts of the state, said transportation commissioner Alvin New.
“It is unfortunate that inflation is going to compete with us as we try to do that,” New said.
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Uvalde County has OK’d a $5 million contract to assist victims of the Robb Elementary School mass shooting after one of its officials took heat for not moving fast enough to provide relief.
State officials granted the funds to Uvalde County in early June. District Attorney Christina Mitchell Busbee and other county officials earmarked the money to set up the Uvalde Together Resiliency Center.
Last week, Uvalde Mayor Don McLaughlin Jr. and state Sen. Roland Gutierrez said Mitchell Busbee was ill-equipped to administer the funds. In a letter to Gov. Greg Abbott, they cited “troubling reports” of victims’ families not receiving services or financial assistance quickly enough.
On Monday, Uvalde County commissioners approved a contract with the Ecumenical Center to run the resiliency center. Mitchell Busbee recommended the move, telling commissioners before their vote, “This grant is to assist Uvalde County with constructive services to aid the victims and their families due to the mass shooting.”
The Ecumenical Center is affiliated with three faith-based organizations: The Samaritan Institute, the American Association of Pastoral Counselors and the Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, the center said on its Website.
Mitchell Busbee said the Ecumenical Center is the only nationally accredited trauma counseling center in Texas. An affiliate, the Ecumenical Center of Uvalde County, had been providing counseling services since the May 24 mass shooting at a temporary site called the Family Assistance Center on the county’s fairgrounds. The resiliency center replaced it.
Addressing reports that funds aren’t going to victims and their families, Mitchell Busbee said rules for the $5 million grant that bankrolls the resiliency center bar that.
“I want to clarify that that grant is not for me, the district attorney, or for Uvalde County to be handing out money to victims,” Mitchell Busbee said. “The grantor actually prohibits this kind of activity.”
In their letter, McLaughlin and Gutierrez, a San Antonio Democrat whose senate district includes Uvalde, had asked Abbott to transfer the administration of the support center to the Texas Department of Emergency Management.
Abbott rebuffed the officials’ request, saying in a brief statement that county leaders are best-positioned to address the matter.
Uvalde County Judge Bill Mitchell said Tuesday that the contract with the Ecumenical Center covers two years. He said the organization is the subcontractor, that the county will continue to oversee the grant and the support center. Mitchell Busbee — no relation to the county judge — is the grant project manager.
He noted the grant and the center have nothing to do with other funds that are dedicated to victims and their families or the construction of a memorial.
“I can see where it can be confusing for people,” Bill Mitchell said. “Those funds are completely different from what the resiliency center is doing.”
He also noted there’s state money available to help victims’ families with financial problems, including a fund administered by the Texas Attorney General’s office.
Mitchell Busbee told the commissioners the $5 million grant is for services that “may include responding to the emotional and physical needs of crime victims, assisting victims in stabilizing their lives after victimization, assisting victims to understand and participate in the criminal justice system, and providing victims with safety and security.”
She said the Ecumenical Center contract was reviewed and approved by the Uvalde County auditor, the county treasurer and by the county attorney. Commissioners unanimously approved the contract.
Mitchell Busbee said more than 2,000 individuals have tapped the Uvalde Together Resiliency Center, with most — more than three-quarters — receiving counseling.
guillermo.contreras@express-news.net | Staff Writer Sig Christenson contributed to this story. | https://www.expressnews.com/news/local/article/Uvalde-County-approves-contract-for-counseling-17300837.php | 2022-07-13T00:52:38 | 1 | https://www.expressnews.com/news/local/article/Uvalde-County-approves-contract-for-counseling-17300837.php |
Fort Wayne City Utilities crews will lower the level of the St. Joseph River temporarily this week as they replace a portion of the dam’s flashboards.
The river’s level north of the St. Joseph River Dam had already dropped once the flashboards were damaged in last week’s storms. The river will have to be lowered further as crews replace the flashboards.
The St. Joseph River level south of the dam in the downtown area will not be affected, a news release said.
City Utilities began lowering the river level north of the damn at midnight. By Thursday, the river is expected to be at a safe level for crews to install the replacement flashboards.
“Once installed, the river level will be raised to normal summer levels and should be back to normal by Sunday,” a news release said. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/city-utilities-to-lower-river-for-repairs/article_9a7b5614-0225-11ed-af62-07f0244f3de9.html | 2022-07-13T00:58:43 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/city-utilities-to-lower-river-for-repairs/article_9a7b5614-0225-11ed-af62-07f0244f3de9.html |
A Fort Wayne man charged in the February shootings of two people outside a south-side gas station was sentenced Tuesday to 20 years in prison.
Omar Logan, 26, had pleaded guilty to aggravated battery and battery by means of a deadly weapon. Logan was charged in the Feb. 7 shootings at the Shell gas station at 4811 Hessen Cassel Road.
Police said two men were sitting in a vehicle in the gas station's parking lot when they were shot. Both survived. Logan was initially charged with two counts of attempted murder, which were dropped as part of a plea agreement with prosecutors. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/man-gets-20-years-in-february-shootings/article_296ed842-022f-11ed-92d5-4f5c37f952ef.html | 2022-07-13T00:58:49 | 1 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/man-gets-20-years-in-february-shootings/article_296ed842-022f-11ed-92d5-4f5c37f952ef.html |
JACKSONVILLE, Ark. — Drought has been creeping closer towards central Arkansas as we have dealt with a full week of triple-digit temperatures.
Because of the heat and lack of rain, some city leaders have urged their communities to be more mindful of their water use.
Jonas Anderson, Cave City mayor said "It's a pretty bad situation up here."
Mayor Anderson mentioned that they have had to pump more water than normal during the extreme heat, but that's not the only thing that has put a strain on their supply.
"Also, unfortunately, our friends to the north in Sidney had a couple of severe mechanical breakdowns with their well pump so we have actually been supplying them water," Mayor Anderson said.
Mayor Anderson also said it hasn't been an emergency just yet, but he wants to get the word out before it becomes one.
"We want to avoid a situation where you are having to call in the state to help us or you're having to take drastic measures by shutting off certain things," he said.
Jake Short, with Jacksonville Water Works, said people can help prevent that from possibly happening if they were to follow a few simple ways to save water.
He suggested that you turn off the water while brushing your teeth, fully loading your washer and dishwasher, making sure you water your lawn less, and that you check your toilet to make sure it isn't running continuously.
"One would be very surprised to see how much over the course of a month, how much water, a commode that's running one that you've gotta go jiggle the handle at night, you'd be surprised how much consumption can be lost just through that," Short said.
Even though Mayor Anderson has said that this situation has been stressful, he's very thankful that the community has taken it seriously.
"I know we pumped less water in the last 24 hours than we did the previous 24 before we put out that ask for help so I think people are responding and trying to help us out as much as they can," Mayor Anderson said.
Anderson also added that the water pump in Sidney has been back up and working again. | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/arkansans-limit-water-use/91-da04becc-2db1-4462-ae62-93b4e1118fdd | 2022-07-13T01:00:47 | 0 | https://www.thv11.com/article/news/local/arkansans-limit-water-use/91-da04becc-2db1-4462-ae62-93b4e1118fdd |
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Emergency crews are working to put out a grassfire that is spreading from Fort Chaffee to Greenwood.
A massive cloud of smoke can be seen across Fort Smith and the River Valley Tuesday, July 12, evening.
Residents in the Hilltop area of Greenwood are currently being evacuated after the fire jumped a fire break at Fort Chaffee, according to the Sebastian County Sheriff's Office (SCSO).
The Ed Wilkinson Pavilion in Bell Park is open to evacuees.
The Greenwood Police Chief who is on scene confirmed that 20+ homes have been evacuated and the fire department is trying to soak the land around those homes to keep the fire from spreading to them.
Multiple fire departments are on scene and are working to contain the fire.
Travis Cooper, Incident Command, says the fire originated on base, and Fort Chaffee Fire Department is actively containing the fire while municipal and rural departments are actively protecting property on the Northside of Greenwood near Norwood Dr., Hilltop Dr. and Pine St.
Cooper also says multiple homes along Norwood Dr. have been evacuated and checked on. The American Red Cross is on-site supporting with water.
Officials say this is a dangerous situation and asks everyone to avoid the area.
Greenwood Mayor Doug Kinslow says there is no structural damage at this time and that the fire is about 75-80% contained.
The mayor says there was an incredible response from the community and first responders were on the scene of the fire within half an hour responding and assisting from the Greenwood side.
More information will be released as it becomes available.
Large grassfire in Sebastian County
The entire state of Arkansas was put under a "moderate" wildfire risk this week and several counties are under burn bans due to the dry conditions.
RELATED: Burn bans in place across Arkansas
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AUSTIN, Texas — One person was killed Tuesday evening after a jet ski collision on Lake Austin.
Austin-Travis County EMS said the crash occurred around 6:03 p.m. near the 8000 block of Big View Drive. STAR Flight and the Austin Fire Department also responded.
Officials said one person was pronounced dead on scene after "extensive resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful."
No further information was immediately available.
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CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — Kanawha County Courthouse staff along with others rescued a cat in the courthouse parking garage in downtown Charleston on Tuesday around 11 a.m.
According to a volunteer with PigPig of St. Albans, a local online personality devoted to animal rescue, the cat was hiding in a car engine on the fourth floor of the Judicial Annex parking garage.
The PigPig volunteer said a woman from Marmet, West Virginia, heard meowing as she was getting out of her car in the parking garage. Rescuers think she may have traveled all the way from Marmet to the courthouse without knowing the cat was riding along in the engine.
The Marmet woman and other witnesses also saw the cat, who appeared “scared to death,” running out from underneath her car and up into another vehicle.
The PigPig volunteer said that he, along with some courthouse staff and a Kanawha County Deputy Sheriff, assisted in the rescue. He says the little cat put up a fight, giving one rescuer a bloody bite wound on her finger.
Diana Lucas with Dream Away Cat Rescue, who helped in the situation, described the scene as a “team effort.”
“Megan McNeely is actually the one who finally grabbed him,” Lucas said. “She was with him all morning. We were both under a Hummer in our work clothes. I was at the back and could see him, and she and a young man who we don’t know were all under it. I was giving directions as to where he was and what to do. We had a deputy and a coworker standing at the front of the vehicle.”
When the PigPig volunteer returned to help during his lunch break around 12 p.m., rescuers had just gotten the cat out and were coming back into the courthouse.
“I was going to bring [a] jack back when I went on lunch to jack up [the] car and get him, but he ran out in the meantime to an SUV, and they reached under [the] SUV and got him,” the volunteer said.
The cat was cared for by Dream Away Cat Rescue (DACR), a local animal organization in Charleston. DACR’s website says they provide services such as cat rescue, checkups, and finding a forever home.
Dream Away Cat Rescue found the cat a loving home through a coworker’s grandmother. Lucas wrote a note thanking the woman for taking in the cat, who has been named Cherokee.
“Thank you for taking our garage kitten. We have been calling him Cherokee because he was under a Jeep Cherokee. DACR — Dream Away Cat Rescue will sponsor his vetting.”
A note written by Diana Lucas with Deam Away Cat Rescue
Lucas said the entire experience was a reminder of how many locals truly care about the well-being of furry friends. “Lots of animal lovers in our county offices,” Lucas reflected. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/cat-rescued-from-car-engine-in-downtown-charleston-parking-garage/ | 2022-07-13T01:03:59 | 1 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/cat-rescued-from-car-engine-in-downtown-charleston-parking-garage/ |
LAWRENCE COUNTY, OH (WOWK) – A man is out of surgery now after an accident at the Lawrence County Fair left him hospitalized.
22-year-old Steven Ridenour was a participant in the lawnmower derby when fairground officials say the accident happened.
“The report I got is that one gentleman’s lawnmower stopped. He was trying to get it to go and found that the belt had come off the pully. He went to reach down and put the belt on the pully. When he did, the belt and the pully caught his hand and pulled it through,” explained Randall Lambert, the Fair Board President.
He says accidents like this aren’t typical, but they’re always prepared just in case.
“We have an ambulance here on-site during any event. And we have two EMTs, we have the fire department with their medically trained people, so we probably had eight to 10 people here that could’ve helped take care of him,” said Lambert.
After the accident, Lambert says Ridenour was rushed to the hospital and his family says he quickly went into surgery.
“He went into surgery at about 11 last night, and at about 4 this morning, he got out and they were able to reattach his fingers. They suspect there might be some nerve damage, but they expect him to be able to recover from it,” said Randy Thompson, a close relative.
His family says Ridenour will do therapy weekly with the hope that within a few years he’ll regain some feeling. | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/man-hospitalized-after-getting-injured-during-lawnmower-derby-at-lawrence-county-fair/ | 2022-07-13T01:04:05 | 0 | https://www.wowktv.com/news/local/man-hospitalized-after-getting-injured-during-lawnmower-derby-at-lawrence-county-fair/ |
FORT STOCKTON, Texas — It's a well-known West Texas tradition. The Water Carnival in Fort Stockton is heading on it's 86th year.
When the natural spring-fed Comanche Springs poured life into Fort Stockton back in the 1930's, that was around the time the Water Carnival started. The Lion's Club wanted to celebrate the Texas Centennial and pay tribute to the springs since it had 45 to 65 million gallons of water pouring in a day.
It was a week-long event filled with everything you can expect of a carnival: Parades, swimming and diving contests, reunions, dances, to the big pageants.
"That lasted for four years but when the pool started to lose water west of town, Water Carnival took a break and whenever they built the in-ground pool now, it went to swimming, theatrical outdoor event we have now," said Rankin Mitchell, member of the Water Carnival Board of Directors.
Even though the pool isn't how it once looked, that doesn't stop the show from going on. You can expect a lot from the theatrical production. Since the Water Carnival is about performances, every year, the board picks a script sent in by anyone from the community. Then, they base the show around that. This year's theme is tropical, and they're calling this Port Stockton.
"The directors this year is Angela Harral and Kelli Harral Burns which is her daughter," said Mitchell. "They took the idea of The Little Mermaid, rewrote the script themselves, and added the swimming and dancing in between that."
Over 200 people help put the Water Carnival together. From the performers doing synchronized swimming to the dance performances... to the ones behind the scenes. Bringing this show-stopping performance center-stage... or rather...center-pool.
"We build our own set designs, our own props, and some of them are Hollywood-style props," said Mitchell. "They're really spectacular. We glitter, paint them, they look great. We got our light crew who light our entire show and stage lights like a normal theater. With our spotlights, we make it very enthusiastic, very fun, we get kids and adults very involved and it's a fun event to come watch."
During Water Carnival, the spotlight is also on the contestants in the pageants. That includes Miss Fort Stockton on Saturday. Each girl puts on her best to win the crown.
Reunions also take place the same weekend. Whether it's native Fort Stocktons coming back or those who still live there, this also becomes a time for old friends to meet again.
"Of course, everyone in Fort Stockton is a big contributor," said Mitchell. "We look forward to Water Carnival every year. We are grateful we can get the pool in Precinct 2 because that's the only pool in Fort Stockton. People are still well-involved in our tradition. We're the longest-running tradition in Fort Stockton. You won't regret coming to the show, for sure."
You can call the Fort Stockton Chamber for tickets. Thursday and Friday tickets are $8. The Saturday ticket is $10.
The show starts at dark. After the show, there will be fireworks. There will be a parade Saturday morning from the old Comanche school on Rio Street and that will end at downtown Zero Stone Park.
If you're interested in memberships or sponsorship, you can learn more by clicking on the Water Carnival's Facebook page here. | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/basin-buzz-water-carnival-on-its-86th-year-west-texas-tradition-continues/513-d8f85b80-4548-4ad5-9554-7ac143353795 | 2022-07-13T01:04:54 | 0 | https://www.newswest9.com/article/news/local/basin-buzz-water-carnival-on-its-86th-year-west-texas-tradition-continues/513-d8f85b80-4548-4ad5-9554-7ac143353795 |
LANCASTER — For the second time this year, a covered bridge in the North Country has been struck and damaged by an out-of-state commercial vehicle whose driver trusted GPS over multiple, posted warning signs.
At around 2:30 p.m. Monday, a truck owned by a Massachusetts-based company was headed east on Mechanic Street to the Weeks Medical Center on nearby Middle Street when it encountered the Mechanic Street Covered Bridge.
Spanning the Israel River, the original bridge was built in the 1780s while the current, modern bridge was built in 1862, with major renovations in 1962 and 2006.
On both approaches to the bridge, there are signs that say it is to be used by passenger vehicles only and that the height limit is 8 feet.
Regardless, a box truck “drove right through the bridge and continued like nothing happened,” said Ben Gaetjens-Oleson, the Lancaster town manager, on Tuesday.
The driver, who Gaetjens-Oleson said was apprehended a short distance from the scene and who is expected to face charges, told investigators that he had followed his GPS instructions.
The Mechanic Street Covered Bridge will remain closed for an extended period, said Gaetjens-Oleson, who on Thursday will meet with agents from Primex, the town’s insurer.
Once an estimate of the damage is prepared and repairs done, he said Primex would seek restitution from the trucking company’s insurance carrier.
“A lot of the staff at the hospital use it (the Mechanic Street Covered Bridge) to get to and from work, explained Gaetjens-Oleson, because the route avoids some awkward and tricky intersections on Middle Street.
The bridge closure “will be an inconvenience,” he said, declining to guess as to what damage was caused and what it will cost to fix it.
Gaetjens-Oleson said an upside is that a bridge-repair team from the New Hampshire Department of Transportation was in Lancaster on Tuesday and advised the town on how to temporarily buttress the bridge.
“A lot of these issues” — wherein a covered bridge is struck by a commercial vehicle — “comes about because of GPS,” said Gaetjens-Oleson, which he believes fails to differentiate properly between the heights of commercial vehicles versus passenger ones.
Speaking from his office at town hall, which is on Mechanic Street about a half mile west of the covered bridge, “I see several times a week a truck will go up the road and turn around,” after seeing the warning signs at it, said Gaetjens-Oleson, but not this past Monday.
Lancaster resident David Weiner, who took cellphone photos of the damaged bridge, said the bridge closure has put a crimp in his dog-walking business.
“I use the bridge every day to circumvent the traffic,” Weiner said, adding “I’ve had to alter my schedule in the morning.”
He conceded that while the bridge closure is “not that big of an inconvenience, it’s just a drag. I like my commute.”
Some six weeks earlier, a driver from a Texas company was trying to get his tractor-trailer over the state-owned Jackson Covered Bridge, also known as the Honeymoon Bridge, when it was struck at the east entrance.
Jackson Police Chief Chris Perley said the driver was being guided by his onboard GPS.
That was also the explanation for a truck driver who in December 2020 caused substantial damage to the Blair Covered Bridge over the Pemigewasset River in Campton. | https://www.unionleader.com/news/local/lancaster-covered-bridge-struck-by-truck-damaged/article_e00b12c4-60cc-575f-baa8-86df26c9a6fe.html | 2022-07-13T01:15:42 | 1 | https://www.unionleader.com/news/local/lancaster-covered-bridge-struck-by-truck-damaged/article_e00b12c4-60cc-575f-baa8-86df26c9a6fe.html |
FOREST, Va. – A local public library is setting the record straight following continuing controversy over a display.
In a Bedford County Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday night, several people protested and spoke out against the Forest Library, claiming they took down a pride display after complaints.
The library told 10 News the display was never taken down.
However, after receiving threats, it was moved to a less visible area out of fear for staff safety.
Since then, all of the pride books have been checked out twice. The library said the intent behind those checking out the books is unknown.
The library said that not only is it their duty to serve the entire community without censorship or bias, but it’s also mandated.
“This is a public library. It should be inclusive,” Debbie Bahouth, Bedford Public Library System Board of Trustees Chair said. “I can’t say whether that was the right decision or the wrong decision. I can only say that we were driven by what we felt like was best for the staff at that time.”
It’s been said that the display was in the children’s section.
When 10 News asked about the display’s location, the library said it wasn’t true and that the display section has been in the same place for many years. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/07/13/bedford-county-library-addresses-concerns-following-protests-over-pride-display/ | 2022-07-13T01:26:38 | 1 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/07/13/bedford-county-library-addresses-concerns-following-protests-over-pride-display/ |
ROANOKE, Va. – UPDATE 9:10 p.m. 7/12:
The number of power outages is increasing as storms continue to move through our area.
Appalachian Power has reported these outages in our viewing area:
- Bedford - 290
- Botetourt - 233
- Franklin - 253
- Roanoke - 1,808
- Roanoke City - 738
Dominion Energy has reported these outages in our viewing area:
- Buchanan area - 277
Craig-Botetourt has reported these outages in our viewing area:
- Botetourt - 129
- Craig - 159
- Giles - 59
Original Story 8:40 p.m. 7/12:
Tuesday evening’s storms are leaving hundreds of people without power.
Strong winds, hail, lightning, and downpours were reported across the region.
As of 8:40 p.m., there are hundreds of outages reported.
Appalachian Power has reported these outages in our viewing area:
- Bedford - 210
- Botetourt - 233
- Franklin - 185
- Roanoke - 1,777
And Dominion Energy has reported these outages in our viewing area:
- Buchanan area - 277
We will continue to update this article throughout the day. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/07/13/severe-thunderstorms-causing-hundreds-of-power-outages-across-the-region/ | 2022-07-13T01:26:44 | 1 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/07/13/severe-thunderstorms-causing-hundreds-of-power-outages-across-the-region/ |
BLACKSBURG, Va. – NASA has reached a new, groundbreaking milestone after releasing the first full-color images from the new Webb Telescope.
For the first time ever, the nation is seeing high-resolution images of the universe as a new era of space exploration begins.
Using infrared technology, the telescope pulls very distant objects into sharp focus. It took about two decades and $10 billion to make it happen.
The telescope will be used to study never before seen galaxies and star clusters. It will also be used to help experts better understand how the universe came to be and if there might be life out there.
“As long as people are curious and want to know our place in the universe and what happened in the universe, this is our main new tool to do that,” Virginia Tech Physics Professor Nahum Arav said. “To advance our knowledge about how the universe evolved, how things have come to be as they are now and how the universe was in its very infancy.”
Arav said the telescope has a lifespan of about 20 years and is expected to lead to many new discoveries. | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/07/13/virginia-tech-astronomy-expert-webb-telescope-will-lead-to-new-discoveries/ | 2022-07-13T01:26:51 | 0 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/07/13/virginia-tech-astronomy-expert-webb-telescope-will-lead-to-new-discoveries/ |
FCC to investigate Frontier over northern Arizona 911, phone and internet service outages
The Federal Communications Commission will investigate phone and internet service outages linked to Frontier Communications equipment that left Navajo and Apache county residents disconnected from 911 services and online commerce for almost two days in June.
The FCC is taking action in response to a June 13 letter from Congressman Tom O'Halleran requesting the investigation.
In a response letter to O'Halleran's office Monday, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel said that after reviewing his letter and other reports about this outage she has directed the commission's Enforcement Bureau to investigate.
"911 is vital to every community — and these kinds of outages can have outsized consequences during the public health crisis caused by COVID-19," Rosenworcel wrote. "I am committed to a full and thorough investigation to learn all of the facts surrounding this outage as well as efforts to resolve it."
Frontier Outages:Residents reveal frustrations at northern Arizona town hall
O'Halleran initially wrote letters to both the FCC and the Arizona Attorney General's office in the immediate aftermath of the outages, calling for investigations into the incident.
“I’m pleased to the see the FCC will open an investigation into this outage that left hardworking rural Arizonans in Apache and Navajo counties without the ability to call 911, their loved ones, even their neighbors,” O’Halleran said in a statement. “I am committed to holding those responsible accountable and working with local, state, and federal officials to prevent future outages and ensure families in rural areas are not overlooked.”
The outages have also drawn the attention of the Arizona Corporation Commission, which held a community town hall last week in St. Johns to hear feedback from the community about their experiences during the outage and with Frontier. The FCC is also looking into the cause and resolution of this outage as well as potential ways to prevent a similar event in the future.
Frontier Communications did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
Contact northern Arizona reporter Lacey Latch at llatch@gannett.com or on social media @laceylatch. Coverage of northern Arizona on azcentral.com and in The Arizona Republic is funded by the nonprofit Report for America and a grant from the the Vitalyst Health Foundation in association with The Arizona Republic. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-breaking/2022/07/12/fcc-investigates-frontier-after-northern-arizona-phone-service-outage/10043242002/ | 2022-07-13T01:29:04 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona-breaking/2022/07/12/fcc-investigates-frontier-after-northern-arizona-phone-service-outage/10043242002/ |
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Brevard Public Schools offered a 4% raise for both teachers and recruitment/retention pay in the district’s priority schools, though union leaders rejected the offer, according to district officials.
Reports show the school district negotiated the raise — which is the largest salary raise offer since 2016 — in addition to the previously ratified $3,400 to $4,400 one-time premium payment for teachers.
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District officials said it was a “one-time opportunity” to be flexible with veteran teachers’ salaries, providing a tiered approach to allow the more senior teachers to be rewarded financially.
However, according to the district, the Brevard Federation of Teachers union president declined the offer, countering with a flat, non-tiered approach affecting all teachers with six or more years equally.
In addition, district officials said the union decided to not accept an offer to give teachers at 26 of the district’s priority schools between $2,000 - $3,000 in one-time recruitment and retention pay.
Officials added that Brevard Public Schools has already agreed to the following policies:
- 10 days paid parental leave
- $45 for teachers to cover a class during their planning time
- $1,200 FRS-eligible supplement for teachers on the performance pay salary schedule at the start of their 11th year
- $2,500 supplement for exceptional student education support specialists
School officials said the starting teacher salary this year would have been $49,082 under the proposal.
Contract talks are scheduled to resume July 27. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/07/13/brevard-teachers-union-rejects-district-offer-for-4-raise-officials-reports/ | 2022-07-13T01:32:45 | 0 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/07/13/brevard-teachers-union-rejects-district-offer-for-4-raise-officials-reports/ |
ATLANTA — Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield members will continue to have in-network access to Northside's hospital system thanks to a new agreement.
The two parties announced Tuesday their new agreement is in effect, meaning Anthem members will have in-network access to Northside's hospitals, medical care, and outpatient locations in Georgia "for the foreseeable future."
Since last year, both have been in a legal dispute over the cost of care, leaving 400,000 patients with Anthem insurance teetering on whether in-network coverage at Northside could be dropped. Anthem alleged Northside was charging more than most metro hospitals and wanted to cut ties.
However, Northside said the contract was not up for renewal and it argued a bill signed into law in Georgia during the pandemic prohibited insurers from terminating a provider’s in-network coverage for up to 150 days after a public health emergency.
Anthem filed an emergency motion seeking to end coverage and force arbitration, dragging their dispute through the court system for months, further fueled by the coronavirus pandemic. Several injections issued by a Fulton County judge kept the patients in-network.
The two parties didn't offer specifics on their agreement, only that both would continue working with one another. Northside Hospital and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Georgia have had a 30-year-long partnership, according to a news release. | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/anthem-members-can-be-treated-in-network-at-northside-hospitals/85-78dab550-5396-47bf-8d45-6f22dc8329e5 | 2022-07-13T01:33:37 | 1 | https://www.11alive.com/article/news/local/anthem-members-can-be-treated-in-network-at-northside-hospitals/85-78dab550-5396-47bf-8d45-6f22dc8329e5 |
GREENSBORO — Students who qualify for reduced-priced breakfast or lunch will receive those meals for free this year.
The state budget, just recently signed by Gov. Roy Cooper, includes one-time funding to cover the difference in cost, according to Guilford County Schools Chief Financial Officer Angie Henry.
Henry shared the news as part of an update on the impacts of the state and county budget to the school system at a Guilford County Board of Education meeting on Tuesday night.
All students have been getting free meals during the pandemic. However, that's expected to change next year as the federal waivers that granted free meals across the board have expired.
Instead, some schools with higher levels of poverty will still be able to provide free meals to their students. At other schools, though, free meals will be available only to students whose families demonstrate financial need.
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Henry said that county commissioners had given $19.2 million more this year to the district in annual operations funding. Of that, $13.2 million in additional money would fund local salary supplement increases for teachers, assistant principals and principals. The remainder would cover required distributions to public charter schools and to help pay for state-legislated raises for locally-funded positions.
In a brief interview last week, Henry said the county's funding will not be enough to cover the $5.5 million in increased compensation for classified staff, custodians, cafeteria workers and teacher assistants that the district had included in its request to commissioners. That request was for $25.7 million — more than the $19.2 million the district received.
Henry said the school system's budget is not yet finalized and that administrators will look at whether there is any money budgeted for other purposes that can be redirected to cover the classified staff increases.
She also said Tuesday that county commissioners had fully funded the district's request of $10 million in "capital outlay" funds for the 2022-23 fiscal year to cover expenses such as HVAC and roof repairs at some schools. That money marked a notable increase the district has received for this category, and included about $2 million in lottery funds.
Henry said the county has typically been using most of the lottery money it receives to pay down debt on school construction. However, the county didn't spend all the money it has received each year. Those accrued leftovers were turned over to the district in this budget. | https://greensboro.com/news/local/education/guilford-county-schools-students-eligible-for-reduced-price-lunch-will-get-it-for-free-this/article_e38b901e-022d-11ed-b01f-b328c7431af5.html | 2022-07-13T01:39:13 | 0 | https://greensboro.com/news/local/education/guilford-county-schools-students-eligible-for-reduced-price-lunch-will-get-it-for-free-this/article_e38b901e-022d-11ed-b01f-b328c7431af5.html |
A young boy comes running onto the sidewalk with lollipops in his hand. “Look, candy!” he calls to his dad standing a few feet away. The boy — apparently unable to contain his excitement — jumps into the air before crouching down to stuff the goods in his backpack.
Dad lets out a lukewarm “awesome” before turning his gaze back to the floats.
It’s parade day in Casper. Second Street is lined with adults in lawn chairs. Kids lounge on picnic blankets, or stand on the side of the road, waiting for paraders to toss them candy.
The air smells like a mix of sunblock and bug spray.
For businesses, organizations and politicians, the parade is a chance to strut their stuff before the public.
Kids lunge for candy being tossed from parade participants on Tuesday in downtown Casper. Kids jostling for candy is an annual tradition during the parade.
Lauren Miller, Star-Tribune
One of the first floats through is Casper’s 1-cent tax, which funds city infrastructure projects and is up for a vote this November. People in the procession carry big paper pennies alongside a plow, an excavator and a mower.
For kids, the parade is like a second Halloween. As people hurl candy their way, children swarm the pavement like piranhas: grabbing fistfuls of the stuff and shoving it into bags and buckets before their siblings get to it first.
Children petition floats advertising banks, dentists’ offices and bars indiscriminately for treats. (More than a few of the floats are advertising regional or national brands, like Loaf ‘N Jug gas stations.)
Children wave to parade attendees from a float Tuesday as it makes its way through downtown Casper. The parade is held annually in conjunction with the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
A girl in a yellow bucket hat and pink dress holds her hand high, bouncing up and down to catch the attention of the procession. The mob of kids she’s with starts chanting, “Candy? Candy? Candy?”
The Michael Houck Real Estate Team’s float has an emcee. As “Jump Around” by House of Pain blares on speakers, he asks the crowd to, of course, jump around for some prizes.
“OK, kids, who knows how to do the Jerk?” he says, referring to the popular ‘60s dance.
A yak dressed as a princess walks the parade route on Tuesday in downtown Casper.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
One crowd member catches his eye. The emcee stops to study them. “Yes! Free movie pass for you. Good job.”
Bonnie Hill and Wanda Johnson watch their grandchildren from the curb.
The duo have been best friends for over 30 years, they say. And they’ve been coming to the parade for as long as they can remember.
Tractors, trucks, horses, vintage cars and mopeds were just some of the many vehicles that participated in the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade on Tuesday in Casper.
Lauren Miller, Star-Tribune
So far, Hill and Johnson have especially liked the floats featuring drummers from Vibes, a local arts school, and the Budweiser Clydesdales, the horses that advertise the Anheuser-Busch Brewing Company. Eventually, tutu- and jewelry-wearing yaks from Prairie Wind Yaks, a local ranch, and several alpacas with the nonprofit group Operation Christmas Child would also make appearances.
Johnson suddenly perks up.
“Here’s Dallas,” she says, clapping. “Woo!” She’s referring to Casper attorney Dallas Laird, who is running for a spot on the Natrona County Commission. With an election next month, plenty of politicians are in the parade.
Laird’s float features a small, cream-colored classic buggy.
“And look at that cute little car,” Hill cuts in.
Kids watch parade floats pass as the Budweiser Clydesdales walk down Center Street on Tuesday in downtown Casper.
Lauren Miller, Star-Tribune
It’s nice to see the politicians in the parade, Hill and Johnson agree. It lets the public get acquainted with them.
Some time later, Casper real estate investor Bob Ide, who is running for State Senate District 29, plods down Second Street on horseback. He’s holding the Wyoming flag. A car in front of him tows a bull statue. On the back of the car is a sign that reads “no bull with Bob.“
“Seems like a guy I’d vote for,” a man in a lawn chair says.
Harriet Hageman, the Donald Trump-endorsed land attorney running to unseat Rep. Liz Cheney, strolls through not long after them. She draws exuberant applause as she shakes hands with attendees.
After nearly two hours of fanfare, sunburned Casperites pack up their towels and lawn chairs and disperse — leaving behind wet pavement littered with smooshed candy and the occasional animal dropping.
GALLERY: Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade draws big crowd
Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Children wave to parade attendees from a float Tuesday as it makes its way through downtown Casper. The parade is held annually in conjunction with the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A dalmatian sits on top of the Budweiser wagon July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Gov. Mark Gordon
Gov. Mark Gordon greets parade goers and passes out candy on July 12, 2022, at the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Parade participants cruise through downtown on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Rep. Pat Sweeney
Rep. Pat Sweeney greets parade attendees from inside of a truck on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A child’s collection of candy from the parade sits out on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A Chinese dragon puppet is paraded throughout the route on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
People march down the street Tuesday as the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade winds its way through downtown. With an election only a month away, the parade featured many politicians.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Parade participants giggle with each other on their route on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
Casper Horseheads
The Casper Horseheads mascot waves to parade attendees on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
Harriet Hageman
Harriet Hageman greets children on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A horse walks the parade route with tinsel in its hair on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
Gov. Mark Gordon
Gov. Mark Gordon passes out candy to children on July 12, 2022, at the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Children collect candy as it is thrown to them on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Children react to being sprayed by water by a passing float on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Parade attendees eagerly await the next float on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Parade participants walk their route on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A woman smiles from the sidewalk on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
Madeline Carter, Star-Tribune
Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A clown passes by an eager group of children on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Parade participants walk their route on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A child gives high fives and passes out candy on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Parade participants walk their route on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A girl does a cartwheel on the parade route on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Parade participants wave to attendees on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A woman dressed like an elf smiles as she walks by parade attendees on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A woman dressed like a fairy twirls around and dances on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Dallas Laird high fives children on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
Parade participants ride along their route on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Harriet Hageman
Harriet Hageman waves to supporters on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A cheerleader screams a chant on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A yak dressed as a princess walks the parade route on Tuesday in downtown Casper.
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Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade
A teenager plays the trumpet with the Western Winds marching band on July 12, 2022, during the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade in downtown Casper.
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Parade Day
Kids lunge for candy being tossed from parade participants on Tuesday in downtown Casper. Kids jostling for candy is an annual tradition during the parade.
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Parade Day
Thousands gathered to watch, collect candy and get sprayed with water in downtown Casper for the annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022.
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Members of Ka-Larks Gymnastics load onto the bus after performing in the annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, in downtown Casper.
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A veteran waves to the crowd from her float at Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Kids scream as they get hit with water during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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A girl shakes out her hair after being doused in water during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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People set up chairs in downtown Casper early Tuesday morning to get front row seats for the annual parade on July 12, 2022.
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Families spray attendees to Casper's annual parade with water while they pass on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Kids lunge for candy being thrown out during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Members of Ka-Larks Gymnastics grab for candies on the street after performing in the annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, in downtown Casper.
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Ellie Eale, Jaden Burnell and Taelor Jennings giggle together under their umbrellas during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Kids scream as they get hit with water during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Families rest in the shade to watch Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Campaigners for Harriet Hageman, a candidate for the US congressional seat, wave to the crowd during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Kids pet yaks dressed as cowboys and princesses during the annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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A member of Rising Star Tumbling and Dance Studio cartwheel on the pavement for the crowds during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Members of Ka-Larks Gymnastics dodge water after performing in the annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, in downtown Casper.
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Mike Sedar Park's BMX club performs tricks to the crowd during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Kids watch parade floats pass as the Budweiser Clydesdales walk down Center Street on Tuesday in downtown Casper.
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Kim Edberg holds Blair Bayne as they watch the parade together on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
A band in Casper plays to the crowd during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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A motorcyclist in the parade waits for his turn to go on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Members of True Drilling Company hold a banner on their float during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
Kids scream as they get hit with water during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
Kim Walker hands out candy and American flags to crowd members during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
Noah Myler sits on Brittany Larson's shoulders so he can see the floats during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Oliver Dotson and Ethan Lucero, best friends and cousins, hug during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Pat Sweeney drives his campaign truck in Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
A kid catches a therapy ball from the floats during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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A boy apart of Rescued Treasures Thrift Stores float shoots the crowd with water during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
A cowgirl waves to the crowd from her float at Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
Some floats passed out popsicles to the crowd to help combat the heat during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Diamonds and Wranglers is the theme for Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Tractors, trucks, horses, vintage cars and mopeds were just some of the many vehicles that participated in the Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo parade on Tuesday in Casper.
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Parade Day
Donate Life Wyoming pass out footballs during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
A little girl waves to the crowd during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
The Casper Horseheads had a float in the 75th annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Kids apart of Casper's Junior Football League throw candy to the crowd during the 75th annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
Harriet Hageman, a candidate for the US congressional seat, has a float in Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
A yak dressed as a cowboy walks in the annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
Kids apart of Casper's Junior Football League rest on their float during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
A campaigner for Tara Nethercott waves to the crowd during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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Parade Day
Western Winds Marching Band performs during Casper's annual parade on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, on Center Street.
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One person was flown to a burn center in Colorado after an oil tank caught fire in Converse County on Tuesday morning.
The fire ignited before 9 a.m. at the end of Coal Creek Road, near the Natrona County border, on a well pad owned by Colorado-based oil and gas exploration company Southwestern Production Corp.
Crews extinguished the blaze. The cause is still being investigated.
A “column of heavy black smoke” could be seen from Casper, prompting calls to emergency services, Evansville Fire said in a press release.
Evansville, Glenrock and Douglas sent firefighters to the scene, where they were able to keep the flames from spreading to nearby grassland.
Converse County Commissioner Robert Short confirmed one person was injured in the blaze and flown to Colorado for treatment.
Short said industrial fires like this are unusual in Converse County. He’s not sure how long it’s been since the last.
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“Four years ago, or five years ago,” he said. “Maybe even a little longer.”
Operator Southwestern Production Corp. did not immediately respond to a call seeking comment.
Representatives at the Department of Workforce Services and Department of Environmental Quality said they were unaware of the tank fire when contacted by a Star-Tribune reporter on Tuesday afternoon.
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DALLAS — Former Dallas Cowboys running back Marion Barber played and trained with intensity.
Friends say that didn’t change when he left the NFL and decided to box.
One of the gyms he visited in the last year was Montoya’s Boxing Gym in southern Dallas.
“He loved boxing and talked about wanting to box,” said Michael Montoya, the gym owner.
Montoya said boxers often times train in unbearable heat conditions.
"The more extreme the heat the better condition your body is going to be when it’s time to fight," said Montoya.
Sometimes there are more than 50 boxers in his gym and the temperature can get up to 116 degrees because there is no air conditioning.
"A lot of pro boxers, champions... They shut the doors, turn off the fans and even though they have heat in there they turn on the heater," said Montoya.
According to an autopsy report, Barber’s thermostat in his residence was set at 91 degrees with the heat set to on.
The medical examiner ruled he "died of a heatstroke. Barber was known to exercise in sauna-like conditions.”
"That is when your brain starts shutting down and heart starts to shut down as well because it’s been working very hard to try to pump blood to your brain but because of the heat those organs go into organ failure,” said Dr. Trevor Huber, Medical City Frisco.
Dr. Trevor Huber with Medical City Frisco says before someone has a heatstroke they suffer heat exhaustion and there are warning signs
"You will notice that instead of sweating you are no longer sweating you are starting to get chills and you get goose bumps. All of these are signs that your body is overheating,” said Dr. Huber.
Montoya says he sometimes sees that in his gym and just last week had to call an ambulance for one of his boxers but he says he tells them they need to take care of themselves.
"You have to continue to hydrate yourself in fact before you start training you should start 24-48 hours ahead of time,” said Montoya.
Dr. Huber say heat exhaustion can happen in less than 5 minutes if you are exercising in the heat. Drinking lots of water is essential but doctors say if you are exercising more than an hour water isn’t enough you needs drinks with electrolytes.
Montoya says boxers are used to training and their bodies get acclimated but says it’s not for everyone.
Even elite athletes can succumb to extreme conditions so doctors say if you can avoid working out when it’s too hot.
Tips on how to avoid heat stress
Monitor for heat cramps, the mildest form of heat-related illness. Heat cramps involve painful, involuntary muscle spasms typically occurring during strenuous exercise in the heat.
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Gov. Tom Wolf and lawmakers wrapped up a budget package this week — nearly two weeks late — approving billions of dollars in new spending, tax breaks for businesses and substantial new sums for public schools to cap the eighth and final budget for the Democratic governor.
Closed-door talks dragged on for weeks between Wolf's office and leaders of the Republican-controlled Legislature, sometimes getting rocky, before a whirlwind two days last week in which lawmakers approved dozens of bills.
Some lawmakers complained the budget took so long because the state had so much money to spend.
Indeed, Pennsylvania is in its best fiscal position in years, with the state treasury benefiting from federal coronavirus subsidies propping up the economy, tax collections and state spending.
Wolf secured big new subsidies for public schools, perhaps his top priority as governor after taking office with a public school funding system riven by huge funding disparities between Pennsylvania's wealthiest and poorest school districts.
But he also made concessions.
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Spending
The $42.8 billion budget plan authorizes a spending increase of 13%, or $4.9 billion, including more than $700 million that is being added to last year’s previously authorized total of $38.6 billion.
The plan also spends $2.2 billion in leftover federal coronavirus aid.
Most of the new money goes to education and human services, including hundreds of millions of dollars in increases for mental health programs, anti-violence programs and subsidies for workers who care for children, disabled people and the elderly.
The plan leaves more than $8 billion in reserve for the future — perhaps necessary as demographic projections show a fast-growing retirement age population that will need costly services and a shrinking working age population that must pay for them.
Schools
The budget includes about $1 billion more for public schools, or 11% more for instruction, special education and operations. That brings the total annual increase over Wolf's eight years in office to almost $3 billion, or 41% more.
Hundreds of millions more went for pre-kindergarten programs, rising pension costs, the rising cost of gas for school buses, school security and programs that benefit private schools.
Funding for higher education rose by about $165 million, or 9%, including $75 million for the 14-campus Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. The system's chancellor, Daniel Greenstein, called it “unprecedented.”
Taxes
Pennsylvanians won't see a cut in income or sales taxes, the two major sources of money for the state's operating fund.
But Wolf and lawmakers are cutting the corporate net income tax rate, one of the nation's highest.
It will drop from its current 9.99% rate next year by a full percentage point, then a half-percentage point annually until 2031 when it hits 4.99%. That is projected to cost the state hundreds of millions of dollars in the next couple of years at least.
Lots of other business interests got bigger tax breaks, too.
Elections
Democrats and Republicans remain mired in a stalemate on most aspects of updating state law on election administration and voting, but they did agree on one item: banning outside funding of elections in exchange for approving $45 million in grants to counties to run elections.
Republicans had pressed to restrict third-party funding for elections — a throwback to GOP complaints that nearly $25 million from the nonprofit Center for Tech and Civic Life was heavily tilted to Pennsylvania's left-leaning counties in 2020′s presidential election.
The money came from Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg — drawing the nickname “Zuckerbucks” from Republicans. But some county officials accused the state of underfunding elections.
Housing
Housing programs will get one-fourth of the leftover federal coronavirus money, or $540 million.
The aid will boost affordable housing construction, home repair and heating assistance and property tax and rental subsidies.
Environmental Programs
The package includes nearly $700 million for environmental improvement programs, nearly all of it from the federal coronavirus aid. Much of it is designed to help protect water quality in streams and rivers and improve outdoor recreation, including state parks.
Wolf's Concessions
Wolf agreed to requests from Republican lawmakers to drop his push to toll as many as nine major bridges on interstates in Pennsylvania and to abandon regulations to subject charter schools to stronger ethics, accounting and admissions standards.
Efforts to update Pennsylvania's charter school law have been stuck in a political deadlock for more than a decade.
Meanwhile, Wolf — who has called for the phaseout of the gasoline tax — said figuring out a better way to fund roads and bridges “has to be done soon.”
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In an effort to re-emphasize the urgency of proper flood mitigation, the Coconino County Flood Control District has invited Doney Park residents to a community meeting set to take place Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Cromer Elementary School gymnasium, located at 7150 Silver Saddle Road.
According to a county press release, the Thursday night meeting is intended to underscore “the realization that due to the recent Pipeline and Tunnel wildfires, the natural landscape north of Flagstaff has been altered in a way that dangerous and damaging flooding is now a very real possibility in neighborhoods that previously faced little to no hazard.”
Recent flood modeling predicts that heavy monsoon rain on fire-affected watersheds will likely result in significant downstream flooding in the Wupatki Trails, Timberline, Fernwood and Doney Park neighborhoods.
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The county has produced address-specific flood mitigation exhibits to provide residents direction on how to best protect their homes from post-fire flooding. During the upcoming meeting, exhibits will be on display and residents will have the opportunity to ask questions of the Flood Control District staff and engineering consultants. The exhibits can also be found online at www.coconino.az.gov/2926/SchultzPipeline-Flood-Area.
The Flood Control District also continues to organize alongside nonprofit partners to fill and place sandbags for those that are elderly or disabled in areas with the highest priority. Groups and individuals interested in volunteering should register with the United Way of Northern Arizona online in advance at uwna.volunteerhub.com/.
Thursday’s meeting will not be live streamed, but a complete recording will be available on the Coconino County YouTube channel soon after at www.youtube.com/user/coconinocnty.
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LINCOLN CITY, Ore. (KOIN) — Caution to all coast-goers — you might want to think twice about what water you decide to dip your toes in.
The Oregon Health Authority issued a public health advisory on Tuesday for D River Beach in Lincoln City. Officials say this is due to unsafe levels of fecal bacteria in the ocean.
After an advisory is issued, waters are re-tested and the public will be notified when the advisory has lifted.
OHA says unsafe levels of fecal bacteria can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, skin rashes, upper respiratory infections and other illnesses. They also encourage children, elderly people and those with a compromised immune system to be especially cautious.
According to OHA, unsafe levels of fecal bacteria in ocean waters can come from both shore and inland sources including:
- Stormwater runoff
- Sewer overflows
- Failing septic systems
- Animal waste from livestock, pets and wildlife
Despite the advisory, OHA says that it is safe for people to recreate at the D River beach site as long as they stay clear of the water, including nearby creeks and pools of water on the beach.
For the most recent information on advisories, visit the Oregon Beach Monitoring Program website or call 971-673-0482, or 877-290-6767. | https://www.koin.com/local/oregon-coast/oha-health-advisory-lincoln-city-beach-has-unsafe-levels-of-fecal-bacteria-in-ocean/ | 2022-07-13T01:51:32 | 1 | https://www.koin.com/local/oregon-coast/oha-health-advisory-lincoln-city-beach-has-unsafe-levels-of-fecal-bacteria-in-ocean/ |
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — A man who killed his girlfriend shortly after she bailed him out of jail was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday in Flagstaff.
Charlie Malzahn, 32, pleaded guilty in June to first-degree murder for the death of his girlfriend Cathryn Gorospe.
Gorospe was a kindergarten teacher at the Deer Valley School District in Phoenix. She went missing in October 2017 after posting bail for Malzahn, who was in jail in Coconino County.
“She was so much more than the smiling teacher on the missing person poster," Gorospe's stepmother, Diedre, said during Malzahns' sentencing.
Family members told the court that Gorospe was always rescuing animals and seeing the good in people. They believed she was trying to rescue Charlie Malzahn as well, who had a history of arrests.
Malzahn was later seen in Phoenix driving Gorospe's blood-stained car and was arrested. He later told the police where to find her body.
Her remains were found on private property in Mayer, 85 miles south of Williams with multiple stab wounds.
“When you killed Cathryn you also killed something inside of us all," Diedre said during Tuesday's court hearing.
Malzahn apologized to Gorospe's family, telling them he knew it changed nothing.
“This murder has left an unfillable hole in my heart," Gorospe's brother Cody said. "I feel like a part of me died that day.”
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ARIZONA, USA — A new study shows Arizona is the fourth-worst state for pedestrians and the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area is the 22nd most dangerous metro area.
The study, released by Smart Growth America, analyzed data reported to the federal government from 2020, the latest data available.
"Things got significantly more dangerous for absolutely everybody," Beth Osborn, Vice President for Transportation and Thriving Communities, Smart Growth America, said.
Traffic fatalities up in pandemic
The study looking at the 2020 data, looked at the start of the pandemic.
Osborn said how it was believed that with fewer drivers on the roads, traffic fatalities should go down. But the opposite actually happened.
"Without that congestion, people just went the natural speed. And that was dangerous. And it led to more natural mistakes and more deadly mistakes," Osborn said.
Osborn adds the United States was different than other countries across the world.
"Our peers did not get more dangerous, they saw traffic levels drop off too because they were also in a worldwide pandemic faced the issues we did: Shutdowns, stress challenges all those challenges that affected us in this country, affected our peers as well," Osborn said. "But they got safer and we did not."
Safer design
Osborn believes that street design has a major impact on how drivers behave on the roads.
"(It's) natural for the driver to behave in a way that is safe for that environment," Osborn said.
A wide-open road, with few places drivers, are required to stop, buildings set farther back and wider lanes can make it feel more comfortable for drivers to travel faster.
"The crux of the issue is when you are driving at a higher speed, your sphere of vision is narrowed, your ability to stop quickly is taken away," Osborn said.
Osborn believes better design on streets will mean safer roadways.
"Narrow that road, create more points up for stopping and crossing, put some trees in, put a median in, all those things naturally constrain the driver," Osborn said.
Phoenix drafting 'Road Safety Action Plan'
The City of Phoenix is currently working on a Road Safety Action Plan to address the rise in serious and deadly wrecks.
The draft plan includes installing medians on corridors where the most severe crashes are happening and adding better markers for mid-block crossings, like HAWK signals, among several other things.
Osborn hopes the next study reveals more places around the country making changes to save lives.
"I want to see things like lower speed limits and designs to match it. And we'll see it slowly. But it needs to be the overwhelming majority of our investments," Osborn said.
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PHOENIX — The housing market is cooling down, and it's putting fear in a lot of people. But financial experts say now is the time to buy - especially in Phoenix.
“It's getting back to normal, and I think that's a healthy good place to be it feels way more steady,” said personal finance expert Rachel Cruze.
Financial expert Dave Ramsey said buyers should expect higher mortgages than six months ago.
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“Reality is, house prices are not going to go down to fix this. So I still need to get into the market, I've got to adjust my expectations,” Ramsey said.
In addition, he said sellers can’t expect to sell for more than the appraised value
These factors were considered normal before the pandemic, but with inflation at a 40-year high, it doesn’t feel normal for many people.
“Living paycheck to paycheck is just a hard reality,” said Charles Luong, the CEO of Endeavor Advisors LLC.
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Luong said single buyers need to be flexible in the path to home ownership, by living in a less desirable place, townhome, or condo.
He said for a 2-income household, “You probably just need a combined income of about $100,000 or $120,000. You just got to make sure your finances are set and you're under 30% of your gross income for the mortgage payment.
If you don’t have the cash, Luong said building your savings is key, even if it takes longer due to inflation. He advises that buyers enter a 3-year plan to increase savings by getting a second income.
Ramsey and Cruze will be hosting a free zoom seminar this Thursday titled “Real Estate Reality Check”.
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, Pa. — This week is national summer learning week; dedicated to making sure kids don't fall behind over the summer.
On Tuesday, Newswatch 16's Chelsea Strub read Summer Days and Nights to children at the South Wilkes-Barre Child Development Center in Hanover Township.
Organizers say these events help kids return to school in the fall ready to succeed.
"So I'll say that it's really important that especially young children continue to read throughout the summer minds, get those key vocabulary skills in and listening skills so they're ready when they returned to the classroom in the fall," said Jennifer Deemer, Vice President of Community Impact.
More than 20 volunteer readers are expected to read to more than 300 kids this week at the center in Luzerne County.
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Emergency rescue and law enforcement have pulled a child from Lake Michigan early Tuesday evening following a call that a boy was missing at Pennoyer Beach.
The incident occurred shortly after 6 p.m. A tweet from the Kenosha Police Department confirmed that authorities and the Kenosha County Dive Team were on scene for the rescue of the child saying only that the child was pulled from the water and transported to the hospital.
"This is an evolving investigation. KPD will have no further comments involving this incident (Tuesday) night," according to the statement.
Emergency units, including Fire Department ambulance and multiple police cruisers were at the scene along the Lake Michigan shore, directly behind the Pennoyer Park band shell where the Tuesday's at the Shell outdoor concert continued in the early evening.
A U.S. Coast Guard craft was near shore assisting with the search, as were emergency responders in an inflatable craft. About 45 minutes later, rescuers located a person in the water. Multiple personnel held sheets around the immediate scene at the shore shortly after beginning life-saving measures. Minutes later, the large group rushed the person to an awaiting ambulance which initially drove away without sounding its sirens.
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Earlier, several people on the beach who had been at the band shell for the concert, said they had left the performance to help search for who they were told was a 5-year-old boy who had been reported missing. An announcement had been made during the concert alerting the audience to the missing boy.
Fire and rescue, they said, had also been called to the scene to assist in another water incident just moments earlier involving a young girl, possibly a few years older than the boy. It was known whether the two children were related to each other.
Elisa Rocha of Kenosha was among the concert-goers who went to the beach to help with the search.
"We were just listening to the music and one of the police officers made an announcement that there was a little 5-year-old boy named Solomon that was missing," she said. Rocha said the officer included in the announcement that the boy was not wearing swim trunks and for the audience to be on the look out for him.
"So, we just picked up our stuff and helped them look," she said. Rocha said the authorities didn't release any further information on the boy.
According to Rocha, other people on the beach noted that fire and rescue were already on the scene for a girl who was with the boy and reported to be in the water possibly drowning. The girl had been pulled from the water. According to emergency radio traffic the girl had been pulled from the water. Her condition also was not known.
"The little boy ended up going missing in the meantime," she said. "It's just horrible."
Garrett Devoe of Kenosha said he was also at the band shell to attend the concert but decided to go for a walk on the beach before it started.
"We'd seen everybody waving their arms before the police arrived," he said. "There was a couple here, a man with his daughter holding her and saying there was a boy missing."
The man told Devoe that they had found the boy's shorts. He said the man and his daughter, who Devoe said was about eight years of age, were crying. Rescue personnel then descended upon the beach and into the lake to search for him. He said following the police announcement at the concert "everybody started searching" for the boy.
"It's just tragic," he said.
This story continues to develop. Check back for additional details.
Mugshots: Racine County criminal complaints, June 29, 2022
Today's mugshots: June 29
These are images of people charged with a crime in Racine County. Booking photos are provided by Racine County law enforcement officials. A defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty and convicted.
Lamine K. Haynes Seck
Lamine K. Haynes Seck, 1500 block of Carlisle Avenue, Racine, operate motor vehicle while revoked, misdemeanor bail jumping.
John H. Richmond Jr.
John H. Richmond Jr., 3700 block of 10th Avenue, Racine, burglary of a building or dwelling, misdemeanor battery, disorderly conduct.
David F. Zuchowski
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David F. Zuchowski, 3200 block of Indian Trail, Racine, pointing a firearm at another (domestic abuse assessments), disorderly conduct (domestic abuse assessments, use of a dangerous weapon).
John P. Ballard
John P. Ballard, 700 block of Monroe Avenue, Racine, sex offender (fail/update information), misdemeanor bail jumping.
Jonathan C. Knutson
Jonathan C. Knutson, 9200 block of Hulda Drive, Sturtevant, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence (5th or 6th offense, general alcohol concentration).
Davon L. Price
Davon L. Price, 2300 block of 21st Street, Racine, possession of THC.
Travis A. Rasmussen
Travis (aka Daryl Scott) A. Rasmussen, 6800 block of 14th Avenue, Kenosha, manufacture/deliver cocaine (less than or equal to 1 gram), maintaining a drug trafficking place, deliver fentanyl (less than or equal to 10 grams), manufacture/deliver cocaine (between 1-5 grams), deliver designer drugs (less than or equal to 3 grams).
Edwin Ali Vazquez
Edwin Ali Vazquez, 1400 block of Carlisle Avenue, Racine, possession of THC. | https://www.kenoshanews.com/news/local/update-emergency-rescue-pull-child-out-of-water-at-pennoyer-beach-victims-condition-not-known/article_4990fa3a-0241-11ed-b372-97766ab6caa1.html | 2022-07-13T01:54:53 | 1 | https://www.kenoshanews.com/news/local/update-emergency-rescue-pull-child-out-of-water-at-pennoyer-beach-victims-condition-not-known/article_4990fa3a-0241-11ed-b372-97766ab6caa1.html |
MONROE COUNTY, Pa. — A car crashed into a business Tuesday afternoon just after 4 p.m.
Police say a car slammed into Big Cheese Pizza along Route 209 in Brodheadsville.
Three people inside the restaurant and the driver of the car were taken to the hospital.
Police are investigating what led to the crash in Monroe County.
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NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. — Summer is a great time for riding bicycles, but that's something 10-year-old William Jones of Sunbury has never been able to do.
"He's always wanted to ride bikes with kids his age and hasn't been able to," said Laurie Jones, Sunbury.
Until now that is. William is one of seven kids who received an adaptive bicycle from the nonprofit Variety, the Children's Charity.
"These bikes are customized just for them so that anyone can ride a bike, with any ability, so anyone can be out there in the park with their family and friends," said Deanna David, Variety, the Children's Charity of Pittsburgh.
The children were fitted for their bikes and picked out the colors. On Tuesday they got to see them and ride them for the first time. For most of these kids, this is their first bicycle. William Jones even has a customized helmet, "My teacher did this to it. 'So you're all ready to go?' "Yeah!"
And off they went!
"He'll have the opportunity to be outside and ride bikes and not get as frustrated as what he was with a regular bike," said Laurie.
"It's a really big day. We're really excited," said Felicia Martz.
7-year-old Winter Martz of Lewisburg could not wait to get on her new bike.
"It's just really exciting that she gets to have a bike that works for her, get out and exercise and do things as a family. It just gives her another thing to be a typical kid," said Felicia.
Since 2012, Variety has given away more than 5,000 adaptive bicycles and strollers to children in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
For information on how to apply for a bike, head to their website by clicking here.
Check out WNEP’s YouTube channel. | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/northumberland-county/children-receive-adaptive-bicycles-in-northumberland-county-laurie-jones-deanna-david-felicia-martz-sunbury/523-981ec89e-f584-46eb-8b63-2a27b6d7e86f | 2022-07-13T01:55:05 | 1 | https://www.wnep.com/article/news/local/northumberland-county/children-receive-adaptive-bicycles-in-northumberland-county-laurie-jones-deanna-david-felicia-martz-sunbury/523-981ec89e-f584-46eb-8b63-2a27b6d7e86f |
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After launching a fundraising campaign for a Lincoln resettlement fund, United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County has extended the deadline for donations.
The original deadline for meeting a goal of $400,000 was July 7.
But after falling short of the goal, United Way officials have decided to continue accepting donations through Monday.
When Lincoln philanthropic leaders announced the resettlement fund June 9, they had already raised $128,000.
While there are several resettlement organizations in Lancaster County, the recent influx of Afghan and Ukrainian refugees has left existing resources strained.
The new fund will focus on expanding transportation support, child care and additional case management, officials said.
As of Tuesday, United Way had raised $314,146.
"We've still got a little bit left to go, but we are just grateful to the community for the great response we've received with this," said Peter Schnake, communications manager for United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County.
Once final donations are in on July 18, an independent grant review board comprised of 11 community members and United Way staff will decide which applicants will receive grants.
With the recent influx of refugees and need to build on resources, the total amount requested from about a dozen organizations was $555,471.
Those interested in contributing can visit unitedwaylincoln.org or text "RESETTLE" to 41444 and a link to the donation page will be sent back.
Checks can be made out to United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County, with "Lincoln Resettlement Fund" in the memo line, and mailed to United Way of Lincoln and Lancaster County, 238 S. 13th St., Lincoln, 68508.
Evelyn Mejia is a news intern and current sophomore at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She covers breaking news and writes feature stories about her community.
The Welcoming & Belonging Strategic Plan identifies six action steps that touch on equitable access, civic engagement, education, economic opportunity, safety and health and affordable housing, and includes more specific recommendations to improve services. | https://journalstar.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/united-way-extends-donation-deadline-for-lincoln-resettlement-fund/article_84386727-193d-541e-98f2-f15e92b97678.html | 2022-07-13T02:02:15 | 1 | https://journalstar.com/news/local/govt-and-politics/united-way-extends-donation-deadline-for-lincoln-resettlement-fund/article_84386727-193d-541e-98f2-f15e92b97678.html |
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – Video showing Kingsport police officers pinning a suspect on the ground before another officer punches him is making rounds on social media. The police department says the officer’s use of force was justified.
The suspect, Dustin Rice, was arrested at Chantz Scott Kia on Monday on a warrant for violation of probation for felony aggravated burglary.
Before the arrest, the video shows that officers had their lights on and guns drawn while performing a traffic stop on a red SUV on Stone Drive. Using a PA system, officers ordered the passenger, Rice, to get out of the vehicle, but he did not initially comply. Eventually, he did get out but proceeded to run through the parking lot of the dealership before police caught up and took him into custody.
“The guns were drawn on my son for no reason,” said Rice’s mother, Angie Sears. “And they got the K-9 and he got out of the car. The dog started towards him, he ran, I’m not sure why he ran. I don’t know.”
Sears said the stopped vehicle in the video belongs to Rice’s father, who was driving. She claims the two were pulled over for a “tinted tag.”
“Why would they attack him like that with guns and a police dog not knowing who he was? His name was not on that vehicle. He gets out of the car, they have their guns drawn and a K-9 dog after him,” she said.
Guns being drawn and a K-9 unit are protocol for a felony stop, especially with Rice’s history according to Kingsport Police Department spokesperson Tom Patton.
“Multiple officers are present before the stop is initiated. They pull him over in as safe a place as they can possibly do under the circumstances. They’ll stack up several cars, at least two, maybe three, behind the suspect, and they will give that suspect commands from cover and order him step by step what to do so that they can affect that arrest as safely as possible,” Patton said. “He has resisted arrest and we’ve had to use force on him to overcome the resistance in the past. It’s become the typical pattern of behavior for him.”
Patton said the force was warranted because Rice wasn’t listening to officers.
“They started with probably the most minimal level of force they can do which is them being present in marked vehicles, in uniforms, and giving this suspect very clear, verbal commands,” Patton said. “They’re trying to get his hands behind him, were unable to do so. An officer delivered what I can see in the video about two or three punches to the suspect. He immediately stopped resisting. They immediately were able to get his hands behind him in handcuffs so the minimal level of force that they used was highly effective and it worked and they didn’t have to use anything else.”
Sears said her son was taken to a hospital where “they had to bandage him up and place ice on his head where he had been punched in the head.”
Rice was taken to the hospital, but according to police, not for injuries sustained during the arrest.
“He sustained no injuries due to the police use of force,” Patton said. “He did however ingest heroin by his own choosing in an attempt to destroy evidence so he risked what could’ve been a serious overdose and as such Sullivan County EMS did respond, checked him out on the scene and transported him to the hospital for precautionary measures.”
An employee at the Chantz Scott Kia dealership who took the video and shared it with News Channel 11 says the arrest looks more intense than it was.
“The officer who came in at the end of the arrest was not throwing super hard punches as most people would believe. Just enough to get him to comply. I believe the officer was reacting to the situation,” Christopher Cash said via email. “After the arrest and the video ends, the officers on the scene began searching to see if he had tossed anything out on the short-lived foot chase. One of the officers brought him over to his KPD vehicle and sat him down then, he screamed out, ‘He swallowed it!’ I looked over and the suspect was very pale and very sick looking. The officers on the scene called in the paramedics. And then the paramedics, I believe hit him with Narcan to prevent the suspect from overdosing.”
KPD says the situation could have been much worse.
“They didn’t have to use pepper spray, they didn’t have to use tasers. They didn’t have to use a baton, they didn’t have to use their gun, they didn’t have to use all of the many many different tools that we have in our toolbox to use,” Patton said. “They used probably just the minimal level further than verbal commands which was open hand strikes or closed hand strikes. And that’s what they did in this case and it was effective and it worked.”
Rice, 32, has an extensive criminal history dating as far back as 2009, according to Tennessee Bureau of Investigation records. The TBI reports Rice has previously faced charges from authorities in Sullivan and Hawkins counties as well as the Kingsport Police Department and the Tennessee Highway Patrol.
Prior to Monday’s arrest, Rice’s most recent charges stemmed from an incident on July 18, 2020 with the KPD operating as the arresting agency. Rice was charged with aggravated burglary and theft under $1,000 on that date.
The TBI reports Rice has previously been charged with a variety of offenses, including evading arrest, aggravated assault, theft of property, simple possession, aggravated burglary, fugitive from justice and driving on a suspended license.
Sears is aware of her son’s history but says what happened Monday crossed the line.
“I want to see that officer be suspended from his job or released from his job,” she said. “There did not have to be guns drawn there did not have to be a K-9 involved in a regular routine stop on a highway. I want the Kingsport Police Department to be responsible for their actions.”
According to Patton, the KPD investigates any incident involving the use of force.
“It’s reviewed at every level all the way up to including the chief of police and that’s in the progress right now. Based on what I see in this video and based on what I see in the reports, it’s textbook by the book,” Patton said. “No police use of force is going to be pretty and the level of force that we use is dictated by the suspect.”
Rice was charged with resisting arrest, tampering with evidence, evading arrest and drug paraphernalia. The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office says he is being held in jail there without bond on the probation violation charge. | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/suspects-mother-and-kingsport-police-respond-to-arrest-video/ | 2022-07-13T02:06:49 | 1 | https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/suspects-mother-and-kingsport-police-respond-to-arrest-video/ |
BOISE, Idaho — A man died after being rushed to a local hospital following an apparent drowning at Quinn's Pond around 3 p.m. Monday, July 12.
Boise Police, Boise Fire and Ada County Paramedics responded to Quinn's Pond after receiving a report from bystanders of an unresponsive man in the water.
Bystanders at the pond pulled the man to shore and attempted live-saving measures until first responders arrived. The man died after being rushed to a local hospital, according to the Boise Police Department (BPD).
Boise Police said the man was possibly in his 60s. There are no signs of foul play and the man may have suffered a cardiac-related medical issue, according to BPD's news release.
The victim's name has not been disclosed. The cause of death is under investigation by the Ada County Coroner's Office.
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INDIANAPOLIS — A group of Hoosiers is raising questions ahead of Indiana's special session addressing abortion access at the end of the month, telling 13 Investigates they're concerned an abortion ban could be bad for Hoosier businesses and families.
The group said they plan on taking their concerns right to state leaders.
They call this a grassroots effort made up of Hoosiers across the political spectrum, from various industries in the state like tech, small business, education, health care and the legal profession.
Some 500 people and counting have signed on to a letter intended for Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb and state lawmakers arguing against any new laws that would further restrict abortion in Indiana.
“Our individual contacts are saying ‘Yes, I’m concerned about this and I think this is bad for Indiana,” explained Tracy Betz, a partner at a local law firm and co-author of the letter who helped reach out to people.
“People have identified who their employers are and they’re putting that in the letter, and they understand that’s part of what we’re trying to do is send and a message to the governor and the Legislature that these are people that actually work here in Indiana and actually care about this,” Betz explained.
The open letter is set to be first published in The Indianapolis Business Journal on July 22, before being delivered to Holcomb and lawmakers.
It says in part:
"We are Democrats, Republicans and independents. We are parents and grandparents, siblings, sons and daughters, friends and neighbors."
The letter goes on to say,
"We work across countless industries, including for some of Indiana's biggest companies. We form the backbone of the Indiana economy."
It also gives this warning:
"Companies and employees considering Indiana headquarters will look elsewhere and some of our best and brightest will relocate..."
Betz, who recruits for her law firm worries about the ability to attract new talent to the area if stricter abortion laws are passed.
“We all know that Indianapolis, to recruit and retain these types of individuals and professionals, we have to be able to show them that we’re a modern place where these young professionals want to live, grow and become leaders,” Betz said.
13News reached out to the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, the state’s largest broad-based business advocacy group, representing 25,000 members from businesses of all types and sizes.
We wanted to know their position on the upcoming special session where the future of abortion access in Indiana will be decided and how they thought it could impact Indiana businesses.
President and CEO Kevin Brinegar issued the following statement:
“The Indiana Chamber does not have a formal position on abortion and will not take one unless proposed legislation infringes on employers’ rights to conduct business and establish benefit programs as they deem appropriate, as was attempted in the 2022 session regarding COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements.
Given that we are a membership organization, we generally only take positions on business issues and when there is strong consensus among our membership base or representative leadership group. Like much of the state, our members have differing viewpoints on social issues, which leads us to not weigh in on those.”
Betz said those who signed the letter, were doing so as individuals, but that many listed where they worked and what they did for a living.
“These include people at Eli Lilly, that includes people of IU Health. We have asked them at Roche, places like that,” Betz explained.
13News reached out to Eli Lilly to ask if they thought stricter abortion laws in Indiana could impact the ability of companies to recruit new talent. They declined to comment.
Roche Diagnostics also declined to comment, as well as Elanco Animal Health based in Greenfield.
Cummins Inc issued a statement that said:
“Cummins is committed to providing employees and their families with equitable access to high-quality, affordable healthcare, regardless of where they live. Cummins is committed to supporting the ability of employees and their families to make healthcare decisions based on what they believe is right for them.
Cummins’ healthcare benefits cover elective reproductive health procedures, including medical travel benefits. If a patient is required to travel 30 miles or more to obtain covered services, our healthcare plan reimburses travel expenses.
We believe that women should have the right to make reproductive healthcare decisions as a matter of gender equity and the right to make decisions regarding reproductive health ensures that women have the same opportunity as others to participate fully in our workforce and that our workforce is diverse.
The right to make decisions regarding reproductive health ensures that women in our communities can participate fully in the workforce.”
13News also reached out to Salesforce, Rolls Royce, and Elevance Health, but did not get a response.
The letter Betz helped co-author, also reminded the governor and lawmakers, “We vote.”
“I think it’s critical for the Legislature and governor to consider that these are people from all political parties, from all parts of the state, from all sectors in Indiana and they are saying, ‘We want our liberties protected and that means don’t make decisions for us about healthcare,’” said Betz. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/hundreds-of-hoosiers-write-letter-to-state-leaders-asking-for-no-stricter-abortion-laws/531-6712b976-dafe-4243-864d-00ee2e8431fa | 2022-07-13T02:08:52 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/hundreds-of-hoosiers-write-letter-to-state-leaders-asking-for-no-stricter-abortion-laws/531-6712b976-dafe-4243-864d-00ee2e8431fa |
GARY, Ind. — One girl died and another was released after treatment at a hospital after they were pulled from Lake Michigan after struggling in the water Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.
Visitors were able to pull one of the girls from the water at Gary's Marquette Beach but the other remained underwater until a Lake County Sheriff’s Department helicopter located her in the water and directed responders to her location, Indiana conservation officers said.
A 9-year-old girl was pronounced dead at Gary Methodist hospital, officers said. A 14-year-old girl was released after treatment there.
Their names haven't been released.
The Lake County coroner will conduct an autopsy to determine 9-year-old's cause of the death. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/indiana/two-girls-pulled-from-lake-michigan-at-gary-beach/531-f1f3fe9e-a163-4ccc-aa74-d15e1aa4da1b | 2022-07-13T02:08:58 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/indiana/two-girls-pulled-from-lake-michigan-at-gary-beach/531-f1f3fe9e-a163-4ccc-aa74-d15e1aa4da1b |
INDIANAPOLIS — There is a large police and emergency presence near a south Indianapolis pond where family members say a missing man's phone last sent out a signal.
Police responded to the pond at Troy Avenue and Bluff Road around 7:45 p.m. Tuesday. Around 9:30 p.m., IMPD tweeted that officers were conducting a death investigation at the location.
The family of 27-year-old Kyle Moorman were at the pond with police Monday night. Family members said Moorman's cellphone last pinged in the area the night of Thursday, July 7.
Monday night, police said there were no track seen heading toward the water and did not call for a dive team.
IMPD did confirm Monday night that a baby bottle was found near the water, which they collected for potential evidence.
Moorman told his family he and his three children, 5-year-old Kyle Moorman II, 2-year-old Kyannah Holland and 1-year-old Kyran Holland, were going fishing at 11 p.m. on Wednesday, July 6, but they haven't been seen since.
Police said due to the investigation, Bluff Road will be closed in the area for several hours. They have asked residents to avoid the area. | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/police-firefighters-emergency-response-south-indianapolis-pond/531-976cacd7-a19f-4c6a-9241-3e7d3587f4ad | 2022-07-13T02:09:04 | 0 | https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/police-firefighters-emergency-response-south-indianapolis-pond/531-976cacd7-a19f-4c6a-9241-3e7d3587f4ad |
Planned Parenthood Arizona won't resume Pima County abortions despite ruling
The leader of Arizona's largest abortion provider said Tuesday her organization will not resume the procedures in one county even though a federal judge has blocked a fetal "personhood" law they feared could lead to criminal charges against doctors and others.
Brittany Fonteno, president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Arizona, blamed “vague and confusing” statements from Republican Attorney General Mark Brnovich about a near-total pre-statehood ban on abortions for the decision.
That law has been on the books since at least 1901 but has been blocked since shortly after the U.S. Supreme Court's 1973 decision in Roe v. Wade. That injunction covers Pima County, home to Tucson, and the attorney general, so the judge's decision on the personhood law left open the possibility they would resume in Tucson.
The high court overturned Roe last month, saying women do not have a constitutional right to abortion, allowing states to limit or even ban all abortions.
Brnovich announced last month the pre-1901 law was enforceable and that his office would seek to have that injunction lifted, although it has not yet done so.
“We are not going to put our patients, staff and communities at risk especially when a majority of our frontline providers and patients identify as POC (people of color), LGBTQ or immigrants and we know that the criminal justice system is particularly cruel to those communities,” Fonteno said in a statement.
The medical director of the second large abortion provider in Tucson did not immediately return calls seeking comment. Choices Women's Center, like other Arizona providers, stopped abortion care after the Supreme Court's June 24 ruling.
The other major issue worrying providers was a 2021 so-called “personhood" law that grants all rights to pre-born children. Providers worried that the state could bring criminal charges against doctors and others for otherwise legal abortions, and asked a federal judge last month to block it as unconstitutionally vague.
U.S. District Judge Douglas Rayes did just that on Monday, saying in a written ruling that the groups that sued to block the law are right — it is “anyone’s guess,” as the state acknowledged, what criminal laws abortion providers may be breaking if they perform otherwise-legal abortions.
At least four other states have similar “personhood” laws on the books, including Missouri, Georgia, Alabama and Kansas, although the Kansas Supreme Court declared in 2019 that access to abortion is a fundamental right under the state’s Bill of Rights and its “personhood” law has no effect.
Rayes had refused to block Arizona's personhood law last year, but abortion rights groups renewed their request after Roe v. Wade was struck down.
They argued that providers fear they could be charged with child abuse, assault or a litany of other crimes, and that the law was too vague. There is also concern of civil and regulatory action.
The attorney general's office told the judge that the personhood law created no new criminal laws, but admitted in its court filings that prosecutors and courts could have a different view.
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Abortion rights groups that challenged the personhood law hailed the ruling, while a spokesperson for Brnovich said it was based on an interpretation of the law the office disagreed with and was considering what to do next.
The “personhood” law says all other state laws should be interpreted to bestow all rights to an unborn child. Rayes' ruling blocks enforcement of the law while the challenges precede though the court, including a possible trial.
“Medical providers should not have to guess about whether the otherwise lawful performance of their jobs could lead to criminal, civil, or professional liability solely based on how literally or maximalist state licensing, law enforcement, and judicial officials might construe the Interpretation Policy’s command,” Rayes said.
States now have wide-ranging rights to limit abortion, and many laws limiting or blocking all abortions that were previously blocked can now be enforced. That has led to battles in many states over which laws are now enforceable.
Arizona is in that position, with Republican Gov. Doug Ducey saying a ban on abortions after 15 weeks that he signed in March takes precedence over the pre-1901 law Brnovich said is in effect.
There were just over 13,000 abortions in Arizona in 2020, according to the most recent report from the Arizona Department of Health Services. Of those, fewer than 650 were performed after 15 weeks of gestation. | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2022/07/12/planned-parenthood-not-resume-pima-county-abortions-despite-ruling/10044515002/ | 2022-07-13T02:12:33 | 1 | https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/arizona/2022/07/12/planned-parenthood-not-resume-pima-county-abortions-despite-ruling/10044515002/ |
Public invited to view former Gov. Mark Hatfield memorabilia in honor of 100th birthday
On Tuesday, former Gov. Mark Hatfield would have turned 100.
In celebration, the Mark O. Hatfield Library at Willamette University, which houses Hatfield’s papers, officially opened them to the public. Among them are campaign, political and personal photographs, memorabilia and artifacts.
An exhibit featuring some of those items runs through this week.
Hatfield, a Republican, from Dallas, Oregon, was a Willamette University graduate. He served in public office for more than 45 years.
He was a state representative, state senator, secretary of state, governor and U.S. senator for Oregon. Twice during his 30 years in the U.S. Senate, he chaired the powerful appropriations committee.
He is one of the state’s most well-known and beloved politicians and his name can be seen on numerous institutions. He died in 2011 at the age of 89.
The library, located at 900 State St., is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/07/12/oregon-governor-mark-hatfield-memorabilia-100th-birthday-willamette-university/65372328007/ | 2022-07-13T02:16:54 | 1 | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/07/12/oregon-governor-mark-hatfield-memorabilia-100th-birthday-willamette-university/65372328007/ |
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Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is warning beachgoers to avoid contact with the water at D River Beach in Lincoln County, reporting unsafe levels of fecal bacteria in the water.
The advisory was issued Tuesday, and officials said visitors should refrain from walking in any nearby bodies of water, as well as avoiding runoff. Other recreational activities that don’t involve water such as biking or walking on the beach can be enjoyed as normal.
Officials said vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly and immunocompromised should take extra caution. Contact with fecal bacteria can cause stomach cramps, upper respiratory infections and other illnesses, according to OHA.
Heavy rains can also bring about elevated levels of bacteria, and visitors should avoid water contact for 48 hours following a rainstorm, according to officials.
Once bacteria levels reach a safe level, the public will be notified.
For updates, visitors can call 971-673-0482, 877-290-6767 or visit the Oregon Beach Monitoring Program at http://www.healthoregon.org/beach. | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/07/13/bacteria-advisory-issued-for-d-river-beach-in-lincoln-county-beach/65372364007/ | 2022-07-13T02:17:00 | 1 | https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/local/2022/07/13/bacteria-advisory-issued-for-d-river-beach-in-lincoln-county-beach/65372364007/ |
ATLANTIC CITY — Police arrested a 13-year-old city boy after he allegedly shot two men Tuesday afternoon.
At 12:57 p.m. Tuesday, police responded to a report of a shooting in the 1700 block of Atlantic Avenue. Officers found a crime scene and evidence of gunfire but initially did not see a victim. Moments later, they were alerted that two male shooting victims, 30 and 34, both of Atlantic City, had arrived at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, City Campus, with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
Investigators found the shooter had entered the rear of a three-story dwelling in the 1700 block. The Atlantic City Emergency Response Team, which includes members of the Police Department’s SWAT, Crisis Negotiation Team, Mobile Command Post and Bomb Squad units, was activated and responded to the scene. Shortly after, Lt. Alexus Zeilinger, a crisis negotiator, made contact with the suspect via cellphone. After about an hour of speaking with the suspect, the boy and two additional people surrendered and exited the premises, police said.
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A search of the apartment yielded the handgun believed to have been used in the shooting, police said.
The boy, whom police did not identify because of his age, was charged with two counts of aggravated assault, two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, two counts of possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and unlawful possession of a weapon. He was sent to the Harborfields Juvenile Detention Center in Egg Harbor City.
The other two people in the apartment were released without charges, police said.
Police closed off Atlantic between Indiana Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard during the investigation. The road was reopened about 2:30 p.m., police said. | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/13-year-old-boy-charged-with-shooting-2-in-atlantic-city/article_a7a96716-020e-11ed-bebb-1bce5220625b.html | 2022-07-13T02:18:28 | 0 | https://pressofatlanticcity.com/news/local/crime-and-courts/13-year-old-boy-charged-with-shooting-2-in-atlantic-city/article_a7a96716-020e-11ed-bebb-1bce5220625b.html |
EAST CHICAGO — A 7-year-old boy was killed in a homicide in East Chicago on Tuesday morning, the Lake County coroner's office said.
East Chicago Police Department received several calls of shots fired on 3500 Pennsylvania Street at approximately 1 a.m. Its ShotSpotter system alerted police to five rounds of shots fired, but nobody was located on the scene, police said.
Officers then proceeded to St. Catherine's Hospital to see if anybody could be found there with a gunshot wound. There, they identified a van going toward the emergency room at a high speed.
In the van was an adult female carrying a 7-year-old boy. All parties were removed from the van, and it was taken as evidence.
Officers on scene secured the van, due to firearms, spent shell casing, blood splatter and a 30 round magazine in plain view.
The boy was identified at St. Catherine's Hospital emergency room by death investigators as Jermiah Moore. His address was unknown. He died due to a gunshot wound.
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Detectives are awaiting a formal statement from witnesses and family members in the van with the child.
Assisting agencies included Lake County coroner's office, Lake County Crime Scene Investigations and East Chicago Police Department.
Anyone with more information can contact Detective Daniel Ponce at dponce@eastchicago.com or 219-391-8318.
"Any time a child is the victim of senseless gun violence it affects and saddens us all," East Chicago Police Chief Jose Rivera said in a news release. "Thoughts, prayers and caring emoji’s on social media will not bring the shooter to justice. We need witnesses or anyone with information to come forward and cooperate with our Detectives. We can’t allow these cowardly thugs to randomly open fire in our community with impunity. Our department will use all the resources we have available to help us catch the shooter and any person involved in today’s homicide of an innocent child."
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Jason Woods
Age : 31
Residence: Wolcott, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205825
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Shunell Watson
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205839
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Isaiah McNeal
Age : 26
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205831
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Reginald Russell
Age : 30
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205828
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - OBTAINING PROPERTY - BY CREDIT CARD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Mariya Smith
Age : 19
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205845
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jared Smithey
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205822
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tanner Lewis
Age : 25
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205835
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Sydney Gonzales
Age : 27
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205846
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jenifer Joy
Age : 35
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205827
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD - BY ADULT; RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Anthony Casares
Age : 19
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205823
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT; THEFT - PROPERTY - FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Rickey Stewart Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205797
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Emily Weber Brokke
Age : 22
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205785
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Stephen Miller Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205793
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Andres Perez
Age : 43
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205801
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER (ATTEMPTED)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dion Pope
Age : 39
Residence: Brooklyn, NY
Booking Number(s): 2205816
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alexa Rodriguez
Age : 18
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205817
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Cody Long
Age : 29
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205792
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Nicole Meljanac
Age : 39
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205791
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Angela Miller
Age : 43
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205811
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Majestic Lee
Age : 24
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205808
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dwayne King
Age : 51
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205800
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Amari Evans
Age : 24
Residence: Indianapolis, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205787
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - FORGERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Howe
Age : 45
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205799
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
David Keck
Age : 36
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205815
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Paul Delgado
Age : 42
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205814
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Mariah Driver
Age : 22
Residence: Madison, WI
Booking Number(s): 2205813
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brandon Clements
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205812
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - W/PRIOR AN UNRELATED CONVICTION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Megan Myers
Age : 27
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205766
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Samaria Porter
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205783
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Roque
Age : 59
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205773
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION - SIMPLE; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Kristina Delaney
Age : 34
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205776
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brian Jablonski
Age : 33
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205770
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
James Kratkoczki
Age : 41
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205767
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Lopez
Age : 36
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205779
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Stephan Metcalfe
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205772
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dashiae Williams
Age : 20
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205748
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER (ATTEMPTED)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Wineteer
Age : 46
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205758
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: IMPERSONATION - PUBLIC SERVANT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Fabian Yanez
Age : 29
Residence: Calumet City, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205741
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Lea Vogel
Age : 39
Residence: Nineveh, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205742
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI; NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Darien Small
Age : 30
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205750
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING - ESCAPE; POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Davion Stephenson
Age : 23
Residence: Country Club Hills, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205746
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Samantha Taylor
Age : 29
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205756
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Raffinee Pedraza
Age : 37
Residence: Bourbonnais, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205760
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jamal Simmons
Age : 27
Residence: Hazel Crest, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205734
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: CRIMINAL RECKLESSNESS (AGGRESSIVE DRIVING/SERIOUS BODILY INJURY)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Taylen Johnson
Age : 20
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205736
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Deontae Marzette
Age : 29
Residence: Richton Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205759
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Casey Doll
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205744
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Raynard Donald
Age : 20
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205739
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: CRIMINAL RECKLESSNESS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lauren Fuqua
Age : 22
Residence: Lynwood, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205745
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tyrae Hayes
Age : 25
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205733
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dominique Byndom
Age : 25
Residence: Riverdale, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205749
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Reynaldo Briseno
Age : 57
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205757
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ronald Ruggeri
Age : 63
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205706
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kayla Shamblin
Age : 33
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205703
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG; POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Emigdio Nodal
Age : 62
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205711
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alexander Rodriguez
Age : 35
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205725
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD; DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY; BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
John Fry
Age : 62
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205716
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Ashley Jager
Age : 23
Residence: DeMotte, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205712
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Benjamin King
Age : 37
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205702
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATE VEHICLE AFTER BEING HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Elizabeth Lambert
Age : 29
Residence: Bourbonnais, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205704
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Carey Carlson
Age : 40
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205717
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vicorio Banks
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205710
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Anthony Brown
Age : 47
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205705
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: SEX OFFENDER RESIDENCY VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Malik Young
Age : 26
Residence: University Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205672
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Stephanie Slawinski
Age : 33
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205699
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dashawn Wims
Age : 19
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205675
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jasmine Robinson
Age : 29
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205694
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI; FAMILY OFFENSE- NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Kenneth Nuzzo
Age : 25
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205665
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cassandria Norfleet
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205686
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Timothy Lewis
Age : 23
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205669
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Lipsey
Age : 58
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205679
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Rashonda Love
Age : 33
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205659
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dermaine Michaels
Age : 34
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205668
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
James Lewis
Age : 57
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205463
Arrest Date: June 24, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Idris Doss
Age : 40
Residence: Fort Wayne, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205663
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST PERSON W/MENTAL OR PHYSICLA DISABILITY - W/INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Savalley Evans
Age : 42
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205673
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
James Johnson
Age : 31
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205670
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Robert Johnston
Age : 64
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205662
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jessica Kollwitz
Age : 34
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205683
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATE VEHICLE AFTER BEING HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Danielle Bronson
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205696
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Celia Bruno
Age : 38
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205691
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Bruce Burns
Age : 55
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205660
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Darius Barnes
Age : 26
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205666
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brandon York
Age : 47
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205648
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Megan Hogan
Age : 36
Residence: Holton, MI
Booking Number(s): 2205647
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vicki Kirkwood
Age : 53
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205655
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Julian Payne
Age : 44
Residence: Lincoln, NB
Booking Number(s): 2205637
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Omar Rivera
Age : 42
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205652
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/DEADLY WEAPON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kimberly Bouknight
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205649
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jordan Fletcher
Age : 20
Residence: North Judson, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205640
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alejandro Arteaga
Age : 19
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205645
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
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CROWN POINT — The process by which Lake County purchases tens of millions of dollars a year in goods and services on behalf of its different departments and agencies is set for a major shakeup.
In a first-of-its-kind decision, the Indiana Court of Appeals ruled 3-0 Tuesday that the seven-member Lake County Council is entitled to control both the appropriation and spending of taxpayer dollars, supplanting the contracting authority of the three-member county executive known as the Board of Commissioners.
The appeals court said a 1981 Indiana law authorizing the council to take over the county's purchasing and data processing agencies from the commissioners remains valid, even though the council waited nearly 40 years to do so.
Moreover, the court said the commissioners' statutory contracting authority always has been limited to the extent such powers are expressly assigned to other elected officials, such as the county council.
"The council did not grant itself the power to contract on behalf of Lake County, the General Assembly did," the court said.
The contracting rift between the council and commissioners stems in part from a dispute involving Lake County Sheriff Oscar Martinez Jr.
The council repeatedly has appropriated funds requested by the sheriff for various law enforcement equipment, including a controversial $777,557.48 Lake Michigan patrol boat, only to see the commissioners decline to purchase it after independently evaluating the sheriff's need for the equipment.
If the appeals court ruling stands following review by the Indiana Supreme Court, and the purchasing statute remains unaltered by the General Assembly, the decision should enable the sheriff to bypass review by the commissioners and acquire all the equipment he wants through a council-run county purchasing agency.
Separately, Martinez last month won approval from Lake Superior Judge Stephen Scheele to contract independently of both the county council and commissioners for purchases relating to the Lake County Jail.
Ray Szarmach, an attorney for the county council, described the appeals court's opinion, affirming an April 16, 2021, ruling by Lake Superior Judge John Sedia, as a "historic decision" for Lake County government jurisdiction and home rule authority.
"I'm looking forward to working with the council and seeing that implemented," Szarmach said.
On the other hand, Commissioner Mike Repay, D-Hammond, said in response to the ruling: "I guess the decades of practice is not good enough for the judicial branch."
"The state legislature now has some work to do to determine what roles each branch of county government is supposed to have. They will need to make it so clear that even a judge can understand — no small task, apparently," Repay said.
The appeals court ruling applies only to Lake County and possibly St. Joseph County, if the St. Joseph County Council in South Bend similarly chooses to take over purchasing from the county commissioners.
The special statute that sets the rules for governing Lake and St. Joseph counties does not apply in Indiana's 90 other counties.
The Indiana Court of Appeals has agreed to hear oral arguments June 24 in an unprecedented legal clash between the Lake County Council and the Lake County Board of Commissioners.
The Lake County Commissioners soon will file their arguments in an appeal of a Lake Superior Court ruling authorizing the Lake County Council to take control of the county's purchasing and data processing departments.
John Sedia will decide whether to renew his April 16 decision giving the Lake County Council control over purchasing and data processing, or to revise his ruling as requested by the Board of Commissioners.
The Lake County Council is preparing to move ahead with its takeover of the county's purchasing department from the Lake County Commissioners, despite a pending legal challenge aimed at stopping it.
The Lake County commissioners are asking Judge John Sedia to reconsider his April 16 ruling transferring control of the county's purchasing and data purchasing departments to the Lake County Council.
The Lake County commissioners asked a judge to postpone implementation of his April 16 order transferring control of the county's purchasing and data processing departments to the county council.
A judge has ruled the Lake County Council is entitled to control the county's purchasing and data processing departments, not the Board of County Commissioners that has managed those departments for decades.
A Lake County judge soon will decide whether the county council or board of county commissioners is legally entitled to control county government purchasing and data processing.
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GARY — A 9-year-old female drowned in Lake Michigan on Tuesday afternoon, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources said.
Two females were struggling in the water in an unguarded portion of the beach. Visitors were able to pull a 14-year-old female from the water, but a 9-year-old was not visible. Gary officers, beach patrol and the fire department began a chain search in the water while the Lake County Sheriff's Department helicopter did an overhead search.
Both were treated at Methodist Hospitals Northlake Campus, and the 14-year-old was released. The 9-year-old was pronounced deceased. DNR said.
Gary Fire Department, Gary Police Department, Merrillville Fire Department, Hobart Fire Department, Crown Point Fire Department, Cedar Lake Fire Department, Lake County Sheriff's Marine and Aviation units and Indiana Conservation Officers all responded to the scene.
Gallery: Recent arrests booked into Lake County Jail
Jason Woods
Age : 31
Residence: Wolcott, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205825
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Shunell Watson
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205839
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Isaiah McNeal
Age : 26
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205831
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Reginald Russell
Age : 30
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205828
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - OBTAINING PROPERTY - BY CREDIT CARD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Mariya Smith
Age : 19
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205845
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jared Smithey
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205822
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tanner Lewis
Age : 25
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205835
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Sydney Gonzales
Age : 27
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205846
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jenifer Joy
Age : 35
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205827
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - AGAINST A PERSON < 14 YEARS OLD - BY ADULT; RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Anthony Casares
Age : 19
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205823
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT; THEFT - PROPERTY - FIREARM
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Rickey Stewart Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205797
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Emily Weber Brokke
Age : 22
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205785
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Stephen Miller Jr.
Age : 32
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205793
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Andres Perez
Age : 43
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205801
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER (ATTEMPTED)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dion Pope
Age : 39
Residence: Brooklyn, NY
Booking Number(s): 2205816
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alexa Rodriguez
Age : 18
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205817
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Cody Long
Age : 29
Residence: South Bend, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205792
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Nicole Meljanac
Age : 39
Residence: Highland, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205791
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Angela Miller
Age : 43
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205811
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Majestic Lee
Age : 24
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205808
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - COUNTERFEITING AND APPLICATION FRAUD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dwayne King
Age : 51
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205800
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Amari Evans
Age : 24
Residence: Indianapolis, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205787
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - FORGERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Howe
Age : 45
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205799
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
David Keck
Age : 36
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205815
Arrest Date: July 6, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Paul Delgado
Age : 42
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205814
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Mariah Driver
Age : 22
Residence: Madison, WI
Booking Number(s): 2205813
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brandon Clements
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205812
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - W/PRIOR AN UNRELATED CONVICTION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Megan Myers
Age : 27
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205766
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Samaria Porter
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205783
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Roque
Age : 59
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205773
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION - SIMPLE; OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Kristina Delaney
Age : 34
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205776
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brian Jablonski
Age : 33
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205770
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
James Kratkoczki
Age : 41
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205767
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Michael Lopez
Age : 36
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205779
Arrest Date: July 5, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Stephan Metcalfe
Age : 25
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205772
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dashiae Williams
Age : 20
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205748
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: HOMICIDE - MURDER (ATTEMPTED)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Michael Wineteer
Age : 46
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205758
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: IMPERSONATION - PUBLIC SERVANT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Fabian Yanez
Age : 29
Residence: Calumet City, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205741
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Lea Vogel
Age : 39
Residence: Nineveh, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205742
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI; NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Darien Small
Age : 30
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205750
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING - ESCAPE; POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Davion Stephenson
Age : 23
Residence: Country Club Hills, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205746
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Samantha Taylor
Age : 29
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205756
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Raffinee Pedraza
Age : 37
Residence: Bourbonnais, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205760
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Jamal Simmons
Age : 27
Residence: Hazel Crest, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205734
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: CRIMINAL RECKLESSNESS (AGGRESSIVE DRIVING/SERIOUS BODILY INJURY)
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Taylen Johnson
Age : 20
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205736
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Deontae Marzette
Age : 29
Residence: Richton Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205759
Arrest Date: July 4, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Casey Doll
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205744
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Raynard Donald
Age : 20
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205739
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: CRIMINAL RECKLESSNESS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Lauren Fuqua
Age : 22
Residence: Lynwood, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205745
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Tyrae Hayes
Age : 25
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205733
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING LAW ENFORCEMENT - VEHICLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Dominique Byndom
Age : 25
Residence: Riverdale, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205749
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Reynaldo Briseno
Age : 57
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205757
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Ronald Ruggeri
Age : 63
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205706
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Kayla Shamblin
Age : 33
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205703
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG; POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Emigdio Nodal
Age : 62
Residence: Whiting, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205711
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alexander Rodriguez
Age : 35
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205725
Arrest Date: July 3, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD; DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY; BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
John Fry
Age : 62
Residence: Schererville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205716
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY - PROPERTY - RESIDENTIAL ENTRY - BREAKING AND ENTERING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Ashley Jager
Age : 23
Residence: DeMotte, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205712
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Benjamin King
Age : 37
Residence: Hobart, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205702
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATE VEHICLE AFTER BEING HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Elizabeth Lambert
Age : 29
Residence: Bourbonnais, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205704
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Carey Carlson
Age : 40
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205717
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - COCAINE OR NARCOTIC DRUG
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vicorio Banks
Age : 27
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205710
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS LEGEND DRUG OR PRECURSOR; DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony; Misdemeanor
Anthony Brown
Age : 47
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205705
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: SEX OFFENDER RESIDENCY VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Malik Young
Age : 26
Residence: University Park, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205672
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: BURGLARY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Stephanie Slawinski
Age : 33
Residence: Munster, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205699
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dashawn Wims
Age : 19
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205675
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jasmine Robinson
Age : 29
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205694
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI; FAMILY OFFENSE- NEGLECT OF DEPENDANT/CHILD VIOLATIONS
Highest Offense Class: Felonies
Kenneth Nuzzo
Age : 25
Residence: Griffith, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205665
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Cassandria Norfleet
Age : 32
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205686
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Timothy Lewis
Age : 23
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205669
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: ROBBERY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
William Lipsey
Age : 58
Residence: East Chicago, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205679
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: INTIMIDATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Rashonda Love
Age : 33
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205659
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Dermaine Michaels
Age : 34
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205668
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: RESISTING
Highest Offense Class: Felony
James Lewis
Age : 57
Residence: Portage, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205463
Arrest Date: June 24, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Idris Doss
Age : 40
Residence: Fort Wayne, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205663
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - AGAINST PERSON W/MENTAL OR PHYSICLA DISABILITY - W/INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Savalley Evans
Age : 42
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205673
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - STRANGULATION
Highest Offense Class: Felony
James Johnson
Age : 31
Residence: Chicago, IL
Booking Number(s): 2205670
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: FRAUD - DECEPTION - IDENTITY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Robert Johnston
Age : 64
Residence: Cedar Lake, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205662
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESSION - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jessica Kollwitz
Age : 34
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205683
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: OPERATE VEHICLE AFTER BEING HABITUAL TRAFFIC OFFENDER
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Danielle Bronson
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205696
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Celia Bruno
Age : 38
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205691
Arrest Date: July 2, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE - PRESENCE OF CHILD < 16 YEARS OLD
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Bruce Burns
Age : 55
Residence: Hammond, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205660
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - SIMPLE
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Darius Barnes
Age : 26
Residence: Gary, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205666
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: CONFINEMENT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Brandon York
Age : 47
Residence: Crown Point, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205648
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Megan Hogan
Age : 36
Residence: Holton, MI
Booking Number(s): 2205647
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: POSSESS HYPODERMIC SYRINGE OR NEEDLE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Vicki Kirkwood
Age : 53
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205655
Arrest Date: July 1, 2022
Offense Description: DOMESTIC BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - MODERATE BODILY INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Julian Payne
Age : 44
Residence: Lincoln, NB
Booking Number(s): 2205637
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: OWI
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
Omar Rivera
Age : 42
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205652
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - AGGRAVATED - W/DEADLY WEAPON
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Kimberly Bouknight
Age : 37
Residence: Merrillville, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205649
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Jordan Fletcher
Age : 20
Residence: North Judson, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205640
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: DEALING - METHAMPHETAMINE
Highest Offense Class: Felony
Alejandro Arteaga
Age : 19
Residence: Lake Station, IN
Booking Number(s): 2205645
Arrest Date: June 30, 2022
Offense Description: BATTERY - SIMPLE - TOUCH W/NO INJURY
Highest Offense Class: Misdemeanor
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The city’s eviction moratorium for residents living in public housing will come to an end this summer, the Tucson City Council voted Tuesday.
Council members halted evictions for public housing the city owns and rents to low-income residents in 2020. It continued the policy far after the CDC’s eviction moratorium ended last summer.
While the city’s eviction moratorium expired on June 30, the council voted 6-1 Tuesday to make it official, with an action plan in place, starting Aug. 1.
About 190 households of the 1,500 housing units the city owns owe $135,356 in unpaid rent from April 1, 2020, through May 31, 2022, according to Tucson’s Housing and Community Development Department.
The department plans to avoid evictions by setting up payment plans and connecting tenants to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, HCD Director Liz Morales said.
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The current rent collection rate among Tucson’s public housing tenants is 79%, and housing officials have faced pressure from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, which subsidizes and regulates the city’s public housing program, to step up rent collection.
Public housing tenants with overdue rent balances will begin to incur late fees on Aug. 1, and receive notice of the moratorium’s expiration.
Morales told the council HCD will not start evictions on Aug. 1, but will instead “use that time for education.” On Sept. 20, the department will send out its first eviction notices to unresponsive tenants, she said.
HCD works with residents to determine monthly rent costs based on their incomes. Many tenants are paying rent, Morales said, but the money lost from those who aren’t paying affects the department’s ability to maintain its public housing units.
“HUD will not cover us for loss of rent revenue. So then the whole program is in jeopardy. And so our budgets definitely need that rent revenue to be effective,” Morales said.
Councilmember Richard Fimbres, the sole dissenting vote, said “This is gonna be terrible for us.”
“Everybody's rents going up, food is costing more, gas is costing more. It's not the right time, I don't think, for this,” Fimbres said.
Councilmember Kozachik pointed to the HCD department’s mission to keep people in housing, and that the council’s decision will guide public housing tenants to receive rental assistance without skipping rent payments.
“It's important to point out that (Morales’) department is not in the business of evicting people. It's just the reverse of that,”Kozachik said. “So the point is that what what we're doing is we're really just telling people work with us.”
Contact reporter Nicole Ludden at nludden@tucson.com | https://tucson.com/news/local/eviction-moratorium-on-public-housing-in-tucson-to-end/article_0108fe2c-023a-11ed-8021-774bd55d8119.html | 2022-07-13T02:23:18 | 0 | https://tucson.com/news/local/eviction-moratorium-on-public-housing-in-tucson-to-end/article_0108fe2c-023a-11ed-8021-774bd55d8119.html |
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas is seeing record high temperatures and has also hit record-breaking energy demand on the grid multiple days just this past week.
On some of those days, ERCOT has asked people to conserve energy during the hot afternoons. So, are businesses also working to conserve energy?
“It's generally not required that anyone help conserve energy unless they've enrolled in formal programs, like formal demand response programs through the ERCOT grid,” said Joshua Rhodes, with Webber Energy Group at the University of Texas at Austin.
ERCOT sent this statement to KVUE: "There are no requirements for them to conserve. However, when ERCOT asks for conservation, we hope all businesses will heed our request, including miners."
So just like households, businesses are only being asked to conserve energy.
“You know, sometimes it actually, it does work though,” said Rhodes. “Even just asking sometimes is helpful.”
The president of the Texas Blockchain Council, which is a Bitcoin industry association, told Bloomberg more than 1,000 megawatts worth of bitcoin mining load went offline on Monday to conserve energy for the grid.
Energy being conserved from both homes and businesses makes a difference.
“Residential makes about half, commercial makes up about a quarter, and industrial makes up about another quarter during these peak demand times,” said Rhodes.
These are some incentives for large companies to save energy. One of those is the state’s 4CP Program. As a part of this, if the companies reduce electricity use during peak times on summer days, their costs get reduced the following year, or increased if they use too much.
Riot Blockchain, which has a data center in Rockdale, sent KVUE the following statement when asked about energy consumption during peak demand hours:
“Riot's Data Center participates in supporting the citizens of Texas on the ERCOT grid by curtailing all power to help stabilize the grid during peak hours of demand. The Company recently began their annual participation in ERCOT’s Four Coincident Peak (“4CP”) program in which Riot’s Whinstone Facility located in Rockdale, Texas will curtail energy consumption when called on by ERCOT during the four summer months of peak energy demand. As part of Riot’s participation in the program, in June the Company curtailed energy consumption for a total of 8,648 megawatt hours.”
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14-year-old Ocean Pines boy killed in hit-and-run, police looking for suspect vehicle
Police say they are looking for a dark color Mercedes involved in a hit-and-run crash Monday night that killed a 14-year-old Ocean Pines boy.
Maryland State Police said in a release the crash happened at about 10:45 p.m. July 11 on Grays Corner Road at Riddle Lane in Berlin.
The victim, who has not been identified, was crossing the road to return to a passenger vehicle when he was hit by a vehicle, which then fled the scene, police said.
The boy was pronounced dead at Atlantic General Hospital.
The parents of the victim have been notified. Police said attempts were being made to identify camera footage. Some suspect vehicle information is known and has been shared with surrounding law enforcement.
Based on evidence at the scene and their continuing investigation, troopers believe the vehicle that struck and killed the boy was a dark color Mercedes, likely a 2011 or 2012. They believe the vehicle sustained damage to the driver’s side mirror and headlight damage.
Police say they continue to search for the vehicle. Anyone who witnessed this crash, or who may have information about the suspect vehicle, is urged to contact Maryland State Police at the Berlin Barracks at 410-641-3101, or Cpl. Kevin Moore of the Maryland State Police Crash Team at 410-819-4721.
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Sheriff: Meet Worcester and Somerset candidates in primary election 2022
What do sheriff candidates have to say about the top issue they believe faces their county?
Delmarva Now/The Daily Times in Salisbury sent questionnaires to each of the candidates seeking county sheriff's post in Worcester and Somerset counties. In Wicomico County, Sheriff Mike Lewis is unopposed.
Included were basic biographical questions, as well as opportunities to list websites and social media accounts so voters can learn beyond just answers to the questions we asked. Responses were limited to 500 characters — the equivalent of more than two tweets. Responses are published unedited.
The questionnaire was sent in mid-June, and follow-ups were made with those who hadn't responded. Those who didn't answer by June 29 are listed below as "Did not respond."
Below, you will find biographical information followed by Q&A responses:
Who is running
All candidates are Republican.
Worcester
Jeffrey C. Buhrt
Did not respond.
Matthew Crisafulli
Age: 48
www.facebook/SheriffCrisafulli
Instagram "matt4more"
Occupation: Sheriff of Worcester County
SOMERSET
Marion Lee Brumley
Did not respond.
Ronnie Howard
Age: 59
https://www.facebook.com/Sheriff-Ronnie-Howard-100510819366359
Occupation: Sheriff, Somerset County
What makes you the best candidate for this office?
Crisafulli: My administration has worked systematically to foster strong partnerships with our allied agencies and community partners. I lead with an open mind and demonstrate flexibility in rapidly changing environments. I will always lead with a compassionate vision for all of our county residents and visitors. I believe that this style of work brings people together. I believe that I have the right temperament to lead our Sheriff’s Office for years to come. Morale is up! Need to keep it going!
Howard: I have worked in law enforcement for over 39 years. I have the necessary experience and am passionate about serving and protecting the citizens of Somerset County. My wife and I are lifelong Somerset County residents and raised our children here. The Sheriff’s Office has made significant strides since I was first elected Sheriff in 2014, and with your support, I will make sure we continue to grow and provide exceptional service to our citizens.
What is the top issue facing this office, and what are your plans to address it?
Crisafulli: Recruitment and retention is a national issue in law enforcement. I will work with our county commissioners to seek better pay for our deputies. We must be competitive in todays market, with national shortages in manpower.
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Howard: Somerset County has many important issues, but If I had to choose just one, it would be the safety of our schools and children. School safety has always been and continues to be a priority for me. I established the School Resource Officer Program at the Sheriff’s Office and am working diligently with the County Commissioners and the Board of Education to expand the program to include SROs in all Somerset County Schools.
What steps would you take to increase transparency in your office?
Crisafulli: I firmly believe that transparency is critical for trust and growth. I believe that we are always growing and will always be transparent with the residents that we graciously serve.
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Howard: I have always had an open-door policy. I welcome all residents to meet with me or call me if they have concerns. I established the Citizen’s Police Academy to allow residents to learn the day to day operations of the Sheriff’s Office. In 2022, with input from the community, my team and I completed a Strategic Plan for the Sheriff’s Office. I plan to share this with the community so that they understand the direction I would like to take the Sheriff’s Office. | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/maryland/2022/07/12/sheriff-meet-worcester-somerset-candidates-in-primary-election-2022/65366216007/ | 2022-07-13T02:38:46 | 0 | https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/news/local/maryland/2022/07/12/sheriff-meet-worcester-somerset-candidates-in-primary-election-2022/65366216007/ |
Salisbury woman killed, another critically injured in Route 50 crash Tuesday morning
A Salisbury woman died and another suffered life-threatening injuries in a car crash on Route 50 early Tuesday morning.
Maryland State Police responded to westbound Route 50, east of Forrest Grove Road near Parsonsburg, at about 4:30 a.m. A preliminary investigation found a Honda CRV and an Acura MDX were both traveling west when the Honda, being operated by 21-year-old Sammy Sung Hyun Hwang of Salisbury, struck the left rear of the Acura, police said.
The impact caused both cars to spin out into the median, according to police, where the Honda came to rest and the Acura struck a tree.
The front right passenger in the Acura, 37-year-old Jocelyne Osias, was trapped in the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene. The back right passenger, 37-year-old Neltha Perard, was transported to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional Hospital in Salisbury and then R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore with life-threatening injuries.
The driver of and another passenger in the Acura were transported to TidalHealth and later discharged with minor injuries. Hwang was not injured.
"Due to the nature of the incident," police said, Wicomico County State's Attorney Jamie Dykes responded to the scene. It was decided Hwang would be charged at a later time, pending the results of a DUI test and more information from the police crash team and the medical examiner's office, according to police.
Westbound Route 50 was closed for about four hours due to this incident.
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DES MOINES, Iowa — Indira Sheumaker, the Des Moines City Council member representing Ward I, released a statement July 11 to explain her absence from city council proceedings since May 23.
"In late May of this year, I contracted COVID-19 and was incapacitated, and largely isolated from friends and family for over a week," Sheumaker wrote. "As someone who suffers from severe clinical depression and anxiety, this isolation and relegation to one room of my home caused a huge dip in my mental health and well-being."
Sheumaker also said that a lack of accessibility accommodations for city council meetings exacerbated her time away from work. She claims that if the city switched to a hybrid virtual meeting model, as Des Moines residents with disabilities have asked for, she could have attended those meetings.
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A local activist group that organizes around the city council, the Des Moines People's Town Hall, has repeatedly tweeted about a lack of accessibility accommodations during city council meetings, most recently in February 2022.
Sheumaker's explanation comes shortly after Axios published a story highlighting concerns about Sheumaker missing three city council work sessions and two city council meetings.
Axios reported that city employees and her constituents alike have been unable to reach her. City Manager Scott Sanders told Axios neither he nor Des Moines Mayor Frank Cownie have received any response from Sheumaker despite repeated attempts to speak with her.
Reactions from the Des Moines community about Sheumaker's statement on social media have been mixed. Jaylen Cavil, a community organizer with the Des Moines Black Liberation Movement, showed his support for Sheumaker succinctly with three heart emojis.
But other, anonymous twitter users called Sheumaker a "coward" in the replies, and said this behavior is unacceptable and that she should resign from her position if she can't fulfill her duties.
Sheumaker attributed negative reactions from community members about her absences to their political differences.
"People who have never agreed with my politics may attempt to use my health issues to discredit me and the movement I am a part of, but my politics have not changed," Sheumaker wrote. "My individual health does not negate the reality of the world we live in, and my commitment to the people of Des Moines remains strong."
Still, some Ward I residents, including Tom Cameron, Prospect Park's vice president, told Axios that even though they supported Sheumaker in the 2021 city council election, her absences from meetings and radio silence mean she's lost their vote in the next election.
Sheumaker said she plans to attend the next city council meeting on July 18. | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/local-politics/indira-sheumaker-explains-absences-from-city-council-meetings-covid/524-0397c910-eb2e-4dbe-981e-e3952ae09e9c | 2022-07-13T02:39:03 | 1 | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/local-politics/indira-sheumaker-explains-absences-from-city-council-meetings-covid/524-0397c910-eb2e-4dbe-981e-e3952ae09e9c |
DES MOINES, Iowa — An Iowa assistant attorney general is suing the Des Moines Police Department, alleging an officer used excessive force against him during a protest following George Floyd's murder.
Paxton Williams is the latest person to file a suit against DMPD for actions during the 2020 protests, but experts say proving his case — which includes two counts of excessive force against 10 unnamed DMPD officers — could be a tall order.
In the lawsuit, Williams alleges that he attended a peaceful protest on June 1, 2020. After leaving, he went home and was alone outside his home when officers in riot gear approached, pepper sprayed and tackled him. He was then put under arrest.
He spent the night in the Polk County Jail before bailing out the next morning.
Defining excessive force in a case like this can be difficult says attorney Chris Johnston from the Law Group of Iowa.
"There is a certain amount of subjectivity that goes into on that front end to see is it really a violation? Were they really functioning under state law and under the color of law?" Johnston said.
Another factor complicating Williams' case is that, according to experts, successfully suing a police officer can be difficult because of qualified immunity.
According to Attorney Ben Lynch, qualified immunity is intended to give officers some legal discretion to perform their duties on the job.
"In order to prevail in a case against police officers, you have to be able to prove a little bit, usually, a higher standard than just suing a regular old person on the street," Lynch said.
Both lawyers agreed that, because of qualified immunity, proving Williams' case could be difficult — but victory is certainly not out of the question.
"If the same situation happened to me or a friend or anyone who came to me, it's a case that I would have taken on," Johnston said.
Lynch said that, if the police officers did something wrong to Williams, they need to be held accountable.
"I think this type of litigation is very important," he said.
According to court documents, Williams' original citation from the night of the protests was eventually dismissed due to a deferred prosecution agreement.
As of July 12, DMPD declined to comment on the lawsuit, and Williams could not be reached. | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/local-politics/iowa-assistant-attorney-general-sues-des-moines-police-2020-protest-paxton-williams/524-7887477c-4f1e-4abe-8141-63f3f485c8f9 | 2022-07-13T02:39:09 | 1 | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/local-politics/iowa-assistant-attorney-general-sues-des-moines-police-2020-protest-paxton-williams/524-7887477c-4f1e-4abe-8141-63f3f485c8f9 |
DES MOINES, Iowa — Deric and Kathy Kidd said their son's life was cut short due to a pill he took before bed last July.
"Our son was taken from us on July 30 2021," Deric said. "De did not overdose, he did not want to leave this world."
Deric said his 17-year-old son, Sebastian, took what he thought was half of a Percocet before bed. The teenager never woke up.
"You don't overdose overdose on one Percocet or Xanax," Deric said. "He was deceived to death by whoever sold him that counterfeit pill. He was poisoned for lack of a better term."
"Their little boy was taken from them," said Iowa Department of Public Safety Commissioner, Steve Bayens. "They're right. He didn't overdose, he wasn't an addict. He was killed. He was killed by drug traffickers."
Bayens believes tragedies like what the Kidd's endured will likely only continue, if the state can't stop the influx of fentanyl throughout the state. He said last year, the criminal lab analyzed more than 17,000 pills laced with fentanyl, disguised as prescription drugs.
"In the first six months of 2022 that number has quadrupled," Bayens said. "70,556 fentanyl pills. 70,000 described as prescription drugs."
"Last year, illicit fentanyl was implicated in 83% of all Iowa opioid related overdose deaths, compared to 31% just five years ago," said Governor Kim Reynolds.
Reynolds says U.S. DEA data points to this illicit fentanyl primarily being manufactured in China and Mexico and smuggled into the US over the Mexico border.
"I call upon the President to secure our southern border and to stop the influx of illegal drugs from flowing into our country," Reynolds said. "The surge of illegal drug trafficking at our nation's southern border since policy changes were enacted by the Biden administration 18 months ago, is undeniably fueling the fentanyl crisis. And it's resulting in the opioid overdose epidemic."
She said the fight against this crisis will require all Iowans remaining vigilant.
"So it's my hope that by raising awareness, we'll see a decrease in the overall deaths," Reynolds said. "If the information we shared today scares you, it should."
If you need help with substance abuse, mental health, or thoughts of suicide, call 855-581-8111, text 855-895-8398, or head to yourlifeiowa.org.
Iowa DPS said if you come across suspicious medications, do not flush it down the toilet. They say that will contaminate the water. Instead, reach out to authorities who will either safely dispose of it, or anayalyze it to hopefully trace it back to its original source.
The Office on Drug Control says you should only trust pills prescribed by your doctor, and dispensed from a pharmacy. Old medications should be safely disposed of in drug take-back boxes.
The Iowa Department of Public Health and Human Services will start rolling out a new multimedia campaign aimed at young people, to spread awareness about the dangers of counterfeit drugs and fentanyl. | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/reynolds-says-fentanyl-laced-pills-coming-to-iowa-at-alarming-rate/524-8a364c3f-b051-4c6b-a1cb-28329ce32ef5 | 2022-07-13T02:39:15 | 0 | https://www.weareiowa.com/article/news/local/reynolds-says-fentanyl-laced-pills-coming-to-iowa-at-alarming-rate/524-8a364c3f-b051-4c6b-a1cb-28329ce32ef5 |
PEA RIDGE, Ark. — The Pea Ridge Police Department conducted an active shooter training exercise on Tuesday.
The police department was joined by the city's fire department and paramedics in a two-day training exercise at Pea Ridge Jr. High. The training is a run-through of an active shooter situation, made to be as realistic as possible. According to Chief Lynn Hahn, the officers would be using sim guns and blanks to simulate a realistic situation.
"We've trained for entry into these buildings our Police Department is prepared for entry into these buildings we have keys to all of our schools," said Lt. John Langham. "That is something that we've been preparing for many years"
The training served as a way for officers to learn how to handle new tactics in these situations, and as a refresher course for both new and old officers.
"Any time we have new officers come into the department, fire or police, we need to make sure we get them to the training," said Mayor Jackie Crabtree. "So they know what everybody is expected to do, what is expected of them"
Pea Ridge has three dedicated resource officers, but at Monday's School board meeting, Chief Hahn states that all 15 officers in the Pea Ridge Police Department try to assist the schools. It's a part of a city-wide effort to keep their schools safe.
"We are doing the very best we can with the school district to make sure our students here in Pea Ridge are safe they feel safe and they're in a safe environment," said Mayor Crabtree.
Pea Ridge also had neighboring Police Departments join in on the training exercises. Bella Vista attended Tuesday's first day of training, and according to Lt. Langham, Little Flock would join on Thursday's last day of training.
"We would expect in an incident like this that these would be the agencies that would be immediately joining us to assist us," said Langham. "We wanted them involved in our training"
Considering recent events, city officials understand how the idea of active shooter training could be scary, but safety is at the top of their minds.
"This is the kind of training we hope we never have to use but at the same time we want to be prepared in case we ever have to use it we don't want to be caught unprepared I'm like some places that we've seen in the country," said Lt. Langham. "I think that it is kind of a scary thing for parents to even think about us doing this kind of training, but I think parents want to know that we're doing this kind of training. They should know that we are preparing, and we are planning for that moment that nobody wants to think about, nobody wants to talk about."
"It's a positive for our community and it's positive for me and it puts lets me know they've got the initiative to get things done," said Mayor Crabtree. "It's not just something they're being told to do they are actually doing it themselves and getting things done"
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SEQUOYAH COUNTY, Okla. — Sunday marks one year since two good samaritans were shot along Interstate-40 near Vian, Oklahoma.
Today, the victims were in court for a pre-trial hearing in Sequoyah County.
Derek Riggs and Jake Myers stopped to help Lee King nearly one year ago. On Tuesday, July 12, they sat opposite King in a Sequoyah County courtroom to begin what they hope is the closure they need.
After about an hour and a half, the court was dismissed. King is facing two counts of assault and battery with a deadly weapon, two counts to maim and one count of attempted robbery with a firearm. If convicted, King could face life in prison.
But before the counts were laid out, both Riggs and Myers took the stand for about half an hour each recounting what happened the night they were shot.
The two men said they were anxious to face their accused attacker once again before today’s pretrial hearing.
Riggs and Myers stopped to help King get gas and back to the vehicle he was driving when Riggs saw the gun. After a struggle, Riggs was shot three times – Myers shot once in the face.
Both men underwent numerous surgeries following their injuries and once again sat close to the man who nearly took their lives.
Riggs and Myers say while today was difficult, they are looking forward to moving forward in the trial.
“It’s kind of… it’s kind of hard to go through, but it’s also hopeful in a sense that, you know, this is the first step from a legal standpoint, where we can start the closure process,” Riggs said.
When asked to describe their emotions – both Derek Riggs and Jake Myers say they were anxious to once again face their accused attacker and begin the process of finding out what happens next.
“It’s, it’s a little nerve-racking right now, but it’s nothing that we can’t handle, we’ve lived through worse,” said Myers.
“One thing that you don’t forget is the face of someone that tried to kill you and to take your life. So, it wasn’t a hard process but mentally it’s a challenge to see him again,” said Derek Riggs.
The families of both men were in court today as well, for the sisters of Jake Myers was the first time to hear the entire account of what happened from start to finish.
“It’s just insane what they went through and them having to relive it…i don’t…they’re very, very strong, both of them are very strong having to get back up there and just relive everything,” said Jacquelyn Morton and Jillian Myers, Jake Myers' sisters.
Having the support of each other and their family is what the two men say helps ease their nerves as they prepare for what’s next.
“It makes all the difference in the world to have people you love and trust here with you, going through this with you…we can breathe again, it’s a lot of weight off the shoulders right now,” said Riggs.
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Authorities are investigating a series of bomb threats made Tuesday against several universities and colleges in Hampton Roads.
Regent University in Virginia Beach, Tidewater Community College in Chesapeake, Virginia Peninsula Community College in Hampton and Norfolk State University all received threats Tuesday, according to school and public safety officials. No explosives were found on any of the campuses.
TCC Chesapeake received a threat of a backpack bomb with a timer located in some unknown area on campus, according to the Chesapeake Fire Department. It was unclear if the other universities received threats that were similar in nature.
Chesapeake police and fire departments were on the scene of the TCC on Cedar Road at 11:47 a.m. and gave the “all clear” at 11:58 a.m., TCC spokesperson Laura Sanford said.
University and Virginia Beach police conducted a sweep of the Regent campus and issued an “all clear” at 1:10 p.m., said Chris Roslan, a spokesperson for Regent.
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VPCC police received a call of a threat at 12:18 p.m. Everyone was cleared to return by 2:18 p.m., according to a spokesperson for the college.
At NSU, a university spokesperson said the call regarding a bomb threat was made to Norfolk police just before noon. An all clear was issued at 1:17 p.m.
An FBI spokesperson said Tuesday the bureau was aware of the bomb threats “received by multiple colleges and universities,” but declined to comment on how many colleges in the region received threats. | https://richmond.com/news/local/education/authorities-investigate-bomb-threats-made-to-at-least-4-hampton-roads-universities/article_d1243f0c-4302-5e39-adf3-a0caf7b2568d.html | 2022-07-13T02:44:46 | 0 | https://richmond.com/news/local/education/authorities-investigate-bomb-threats-made-to-at-least-4-hampton-roads-universities/article_d1243f0c-4302-5e39-adf3-a0caf7b2568d.html |
Henrico County Public Schools will make two major requests to the board of supervisors at its next meeting: more than $5 million for security camera upgrades and 10 more school resource officers.
The request comes after the Uvalde, Texas, school shooting in May that killed 19 children and two adults as well as what county leaders have called an increase in youth violence over the past school year.
HCPS now has 28 SROs, with one assigned to every middle school and at least one assigned to every high school. Some high schools have two.
But Henrico police Maj. Kim Johnson said at a special BOS meeting Tuesday evening that there’s not an adequate pool of certified SROs to provide relief to other SROs when they take a day off.
The addition of 10 SRO positions comes out to more than $500,000 in personnel costs — but the request won’t affect the county’s budget. Vacant positions from other county departments will be reallocated in order to fund the 10 additional SRO positions, said County Manager John Vithoulkas.
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Henrico Supervisor Dan Schmitt, who represents the Brookland District, said at Tuesday’s meeting that he appreciates the other county departments.
“We can’t make the schools fortresses, but I applaud and I appreciate and I will fully support to the end of time to continue to do whatever it is we can to know who’s coming in the doors of those buildings,” Schmitt said. “As parents of kids in schools, I want every fighting chance they have.”
Henrico Supervisor Tyrone Nelson, who represents the Varina District, raised concerns about adding more SROs.
“We’ve never had a school shooting. We don’t ever want one. But there are also parents of minority kids who are concerned about adding additional police officers in schools because of relationships, etc. We have to be sensitive to that,” Nelson said. “It’s not ancient history … There was a time when we had a lot of SROs, and they were really getting involved in discipline … The increase of students getting charged (with crimes), we saw an increase in Eastern Henrico Schools.”
About 10 years ago, arrests at Henrico, Highland Springs and Varina high schools on the county’s east end accounted for 78% of the 257 arrests at Henrico’s comprehensive high schools, according to a Times-Dispatch article. Nelson raised concerns then, too.
HCPS will request the roughly $5 million budget amendment and the reallocation of 10 positions at the next BOS meeting July 26.
The $5 million, if approved, will come from the state and will not affect the counties’ general funds. The state budget, which wasn’t finalized until the end of June, included $400 million in statewide school construction and modernization grants — unexpected by HCPS officials.
Henrico’s share of that grant is $11.85 million, a large chunk of which will go toward upgrades to school security cameras, if approved by the Henrico supervisors.
“Our budget and our capital improvement plans have always … included safety, security and infrastructure needs,” Henrico Superintendent Amy Cashwell said in an interview. “While we had always looked to begin to upgrade some of our camera systems, that would allow us to expedite that, the additional funding being available.” | https://richmond.com/news/local/education/henrico-schools-to-request-10-more-sros-more-than-5-million-for-security-upgrades/article_c70babfd-60cc-58c9-a2e1-eb533053413d.html | 2022-07-13T02:44:52 | 0 | https://richmond.com/news/local/education/henrico-schools-to-request-10-more-sros-more-than-5-million-for-security-upgrades/article_c70babfd-60cc-58c9-a2e1-eb533053413d.html |
In five years, medically under-served residents in the southern and northeastern portions of Bexar County will have more access to treatment through two new county hospitals.
The county agreed Tuesday to take out $500 million in debt to pay for more than half of the $950 million cost to build the facilities. University Health, the county-owned hospital system, will finance the remaining expense. County officials previously said property taxes wouldn’t be affected.
University Health announced the plans more than two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, which highlighted the need for better access to medical care in the southern portions of the county and poorer neighborhoods. In those communities, the mortality rate has been higher, fewer people are vaccinated and more cases of the coronavirus have been reported.
Additionally, county leaders in May vowed to spend $60 million in federal COVID relief funds to hire a public health director and revamp health care.
The new hospitals reflect University Health’s goal of providing smaller facilities with community-focused service to residents closer to their homes. They’ll be built near Texas A&M University-San Antonio on the South Side and the Retama Park area in Selma.
Commissioner Tommy Calvert, who has been an advocate of both projects to expand medical treatment to traditionally under-served areas, said they are a “good business decision for the county” that will pay for themselves and fill “two tremendous gaps” in health care services.
Since University Hospital opened its Sky Tower in 2014, the health system’s emergency department has seen a 22 percent rise in visits to 102,000 projected for this year.
In that same period, hospital admissions have increased 23 percent, from 458 to 565 patients daily.
“The result is that University Hospital does not have sufficient operating beds to meet community demand,” county documents state.
Also Tuesday, the Commissioners Court received an update on the local response to the June 27 discovery of dozens of people who died in an unventilated trailer. Dr. Kimberley Molina, chief medical examiner, highlighted the need for more help handling an “unprecedented caseload in the last two years.” The office also responded to the May 24 mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde that left 22 people dead, including the gunman.
“We honestly cannot sustain this workload,” Molina told commissioners.
The medical examiner’s office, which shares a building with the county’s criminal investigation laboratory, will have a larger space once the crime lab relocates to a newly renovated facility in about a year. But Molina said population growth, a rise in homicides and the COVID-19 pandemic have driven up her staff caseload.
She plans to present a budget request this summer to enlarge her staff at all levels, from clerical to a vacant medical examiner’s position, when there’s a national shortage of forensic pathologists.
“We need help. We need personnel,” said Molina, who leads a staff of 61 employees, up from 56 in 2021.
The office investigated 13,688 deaths in 2019 and 16,200 in 2020, and the numbers continue to rise. Molina said her staff is on track to perform 400 autopsies per forensic pathologist this year, above the National Association of Medical Examiners’ recommended limit of 250.
Outside the meeting, Molina told reporters she will do “whatever it takes” to get her “amazing and dedicated” staff the help and resources they need to maintain accreditation with the association while responding to routine cases and disasters.
“All of that work still has to be done while we’re handling these mass-fatality events” she said. “It is difficult work. It is challenging work.”
Of the 53 people ages 13 to 55 who were found dead June 27 or later died in the hospital, 26 were citizens of Mexico, 21 were from Guatemala and six were from Honduras. Forty were men, and 13 were women.
Molina said all but two of the people had been released from her office after weeks of work to positively identify and repatriate them back to their home countries “with the dignity and respect that they deserve.”
Earlier at Tuesday’s meeting, Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores read the 53 names. She noted the ages of the minors and sometimes strained with emotion as she read.
In other business, commissioners cast a 3-2 vote in favor of a $2 million preliminary engineering study on The Link, a proposed four-block pedestrian waterway downtown connecting San Pedro Creek with the River Walk. Calvert has been a champion of the project and last year secured $41.1 million in the county budget for it.
The yearlong study, in partnership with the San Antonio River Authority, will identify engineering, hydrology, permitting and property acquisition issues and final cost projections. Clay-Flores said she could not support the study when there are still many projects left undone in her South Side precinct. Commissioner Marialyn Barnard was reluctant to support the study because the city hasn’t firmly committed to the project.
Commissioner Justin Rodriguez had concerns that the full project cost could mushroom into hundreds of millions of dollars. But he said he recognized the potential for the project and the work Calvert has put into it and joined Calvert and County Judge Nelson Wolff in voting for the study.
Also approved Tuesday were:
• Establishment of an immigrant legal services program for county residents with an initial $1 million allocation. The county estimates there are nearly 7,000 “detained and nondetained immigrants currently in need of legal representation.” Commissioners approved the action in a 4-1 vote after hearing comments in support from several immigration advocates. Barnard, saying she supported the concept but felt there were too many other needs facing the county, voted against the proposal.
• A $6.4 million, 2.5-mile extension of the Zarzamora Creek greenway trail on the West Side, in partnership with the city and the river authority. The extension from Tierra Del Sol Park to Alderete Park is expected to take about three years to complete.
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San Antonio officials have scrapped plans to buy and convert an East Side motel to housing for people looking to escape homelessness after neighbors — worried about crime and questioning why their part of town should be the site for such a facility — sided against the project.
Councilman Jalen McKee-Rodriguez, whose district includes the Skyline Park neighborhood near the Garden Inn at 211 N. WW White Road, said he asked city staff to drop the project.
“It’s heartbreaking because these are the kinds of things I talked about on the campaign trail — these are the kind of projects we need,” McKee-Rodriguez said.
Plans for the motel included housing with on-site support services, such as mental health and substance abuse treatment, for people who have experienced long-term homelessness. It would have differed from emergency shelters, allowing tenants to sign a lease and pay rent at 30 percent of any income they earn.
The city held three public meetings in the area.
The message from residents was clear.
Neighbors said the city too often uses the East Side as a testing ground for projects they said wouldn’t be considered for the more affluent North Side, said Rose Hill. Hill doesn’t live in Skyline Park, but she leads the District 2 Presidents Roundtable, a group of East Side neighborhood association presidents.
“The community was very vocal and very opinionated. It was a good, strong discussion,” Hill said. “But it was made loud and clear they did not want it there. It’s too close to the neighborhoods.”
Nearby business owners also were worried. Janie Agis owns Radicke’s Bluebonnet Grill just north of the Garden Inn, and she said she’s had problems with homeless people in the area vandalizing her building and scaring customers.
She’s not opposed to helping people who experience homelessness. But she questioned the need for such housing on the East Side when a similar project, called Towne Twin Village, is already in the works a mile away.
Every part of San Antonio has a homeless population, Agis said.
“All over the city, we need some kind of homes for the homeless — not just on one side of the city,” she said.
More trouble ahead?
Neighbors’ reaction to the Garden Inn plan could signal trouble for the city as it prepares a spate of projects to combat homelessness.
In the May city bond election, voters approved $25 million for housing with support services to help people escape homelessness. It is part of a larger $150 million housing bond. Also, the city’s new Strategic Housing Implementation Plan calls for 1,000 new units over the next decade.
A spokesperson with the city’s Department of Human Services confirmed the Garden Inn project is dead.
“City staff will continue to work with the community and our partners on locations to include expanding existing or already approved Permanent Supportive Housing projects,” department spokesman Roland Martinez said in an email.
McKee-Rodriguez said he’s concerned about a pattern in what he hears from his constituents.
“One thing I heard was consistent: District 2 and the East Side are never the place given a first chance at innovative things like Port San Antonio or even movie theaters and bowling alleys. We don’t get those things,” McKee-Rodriguez said. “But when the city wants to try out a solution to homelessness, it’s ‘Lets try it in District 2.’”
City staff previously said they chose the Garden Inn for its proximity to bus lines, grocery stores and pharmacies. The building also is in good condition, which would have made renovations easier.
McKee-Rodriguez said he’s open to similar housing plans elsewhere in District 2. But he added that city officials and his office would have to make the case for them to residents and explain how such projects would work.
“You have to be ready with a communication plan, a public input plan,” he said.
Nonprofit takes lead
The Garden Inn project would have been the city’s first go at developing housing — with access to support services — for people exiting homelessness.
A nonprofit developer is already doing it.
Towne Twin Village on Dietrich will be the first of its kind in San Antonio, and neighbors appear to support it. During public meetings about the Garden Inn project, some even asked if the city could spend its funds on Towne Twin Village instead of constructing its own facility. City staff is exploring that idea, McKee-Rodriguez said.
The project includes about 200 residential units, a mix of tiny homes, apartments and mobile homes, said Edward Gonzales, executive director of Housing First Community Coalition.
“We know there is a critical need for this type of housing in San Antonio,” Gonzales said.
The first 60 units are under construction and should be ready for move-in by late October or early November. A transportation pavilion, multipurpose buildings and a laundry facility also will be built in phase one. Gonzales expects the entire project to be complete next year.
Residents will have on-site access to psychiatrists and counselors, dental services, medical providers, meals and showers. A handful of case workers will live at Towne Twin Village, and it’ll employ full-time security personnel.
Developing affordable housing or housing with support services is difficult because of the stigma attached to such projects, Gonzales said. When his organization went public with its Towne Twin Village plans, neighborhood leaders expressed some of the same concerns he’s heard about the Garden Inn project.
He said Housing First worked hard to talk with residents, show them site plans and answer their questions. The result was increased community support.
“Everybody has a right to housing,”
“We have to do it right so we can demonstrate that this works, and that it can work in a way that doesn’t disrupt a neighborhood and doesn’t cause all those negative effects that everybody is worried about,” he said.
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Virginia – In the midst of crisis, the ten digit sucide hotline number can seem daunting to people looking for help.
That’s why starting Friday the United States is finally rolling out the new three digit mental health crisis number.
Sherri Feathers is Vice President of Specialty Services at Frontier Health and has been a big part of the transition.
“There are a lot of people out there hurting that are looking for help that are a little reluctant to get help, so 988 is really an avenue where people, in a safe way, can call and talk with somebody,” Feathers said.
The shift to 988 has been several years in the making, but such a significant change has left people wondering if Virginia is really prepared.
“It was kind of a moment of panic because, you know, it’s the unknown volume that we’re going to have in our call center so obviously it’s concern for our staff,” Feathers said.
Frontier Health, the crisis response center that services Eastern Tennessee and much of Southwest Virginia, has been preparing for 988 for well over a year.
“We have spent the past year building our staff capacity and enhancing training for our staff to make sure they’re ready for the increase in calls,” she said.
Virginia as a whole has been working with regional call centers to ensure they have the resources to take calls.
“Virginia has really been proactive on the 988 initiative and getting ready for that and making sure the call centers have staff in place,” Feathers said. “We feel confident that we’re as prepared as we’re going to be for 988.”
Luckily for these centers, and for people in crisis, even if there are an overwhelming number of calls there is still a failsafe.
“The national backup system is phenomenal in that if one call center can’t handle calls or we’re busy, those calls will roll to another call center,” she said. “So that will help everybody to make sure that people actually get someone on the phone if they’re in crisis.”
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, do not hesitate to call 988 or the existing suicide hotline number - 1-800-273-8255 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/07/13/988-are-we-ready/ | 2022-07-13T02:57:35 | 1 | https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2022/07/13/988-are-we-ready/ |
Last week, the City of Midland held an event to introduce the community to its new Animal Services Director Ty Coleman.
Coleman has 10 years of Animal Services experience, having served in various roles, including kennel technician and field supervisor, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. His most recent role was Animal Services manager for the City of Sherman.
Coleman’s duties with the City of Midland include planning and directing field and shelter activities, writing policies and procedures applicable to animal control issues and enforcing Animal Control and City of Midland policies and procedures.
Coleman participated in a question-and-answer with the Reporter-Telegram. Topics addressed included Animal Services facilities, overcrowding issues at the city’s animal shelter and working with organizations in the community.
Here is the question and answer in its entirety.
Reporter-Telegram: What are your first impressions about facilities; what we do well here for animals and what we can do better?
Ty Coleman: The facility was very well designed when it comes to the care and how animals are housed in the shelter. It encompasses isolation rooms and isolated air exchanges in each room. There is constantly fresh air that is exchanged throughout the day to ensure disease is minimalized. We would like to be able to start a volunteer program very soon that will assist us in being able to provide more behavioral enrichments programs for our sheltered animals. One program we’re looking to start soon are dog “playgroups” in our courtyards. This will help the dogs that develop behavioral issues from being caged for long periods of time.
Reporter-Telegram: Midland has been a community that has struggled with overcrowding at the city facility. Any measures you have in mind to help lower those numbers based on work done elsewhere?
Ty Coleman: Well, first we must switch from being reactive to proactive in the community. This takes constant proactive community education efforts along with enforcement of the loose animal ordinances. We need constant community support which can be achieved through volunteering and responsible pet ownership. Many other cities/rescues that have experienced lower adoption rates have adopted transport programs moving animals to the northern part of the country where there is a higher demand for adoptions. Implementing a robust spay/neuter and targeted-TNR (trap, neuter, release) program will hopefully curb our stray animal population and lower the euthanasia rate in the near future.
Reporter-Telegram: Are you planning any partnerships with nonprofits (or other organizations) to promote adoption and ease overcrowding and euthanizing animals due to lack of room?
Ty Coleman: I am excited to work with the many amazing existing animal welfare organizations/nonprofits in the Midland area. Essentially, we are one team with the same goal, and they always say, “It takes a Village!” We have very passionate individuals that volunteer a lot of their time to ensure the best outcomes for the Midland animals. I hope we can work alongside each other to host off-site animal adoption events and community initiatives to ensure responsible pet ownership.
Reporter-Telegram: Why was coming to Midland appealing?
Ty Coleman: Midland has shown its commitment to keeping its small city charm and being family-oriented. I actually love the dry heat compared to the humid high temperatures we receive in the D-FW along with the crazy storms. The people of Midland are very welcoming, and it’s easy to get plugged in and connected with others. I grew up playing baseball, and I love how engaged the community is in this sport. I hope to be able to coach a team one day and mentor at-risk youth needing that extra push.
Reporter-Telegram: Anything else you want to mention about Animal Services and what the community should expect?
Ty Coleman: We are aiming to be able to provide premier customer service to our two and four legged friends making Midland the “City of Choice” when it comes to Animal Welfare.
Fast facts
Family: I come from a family of six. Half of us have either worked in or is currently working in the animal welfare industry.
What was your welcome to Midland moment: I definitely enjoyed the “Meet and Greet” the city hosted for me. It was amazing to receive so much support from the community! Every day I meet someone who has recognized me from the media reports, and they are constantly praising and encouraging for continued success.
Favorite local restaurant so far: I love Mexican food, and so far, Abuelo’s has won me over. You can never go wrong with burgers from Bob’s Better Burger!
Where have you lived: I have lived in the D-FW area primarily in my hometown of Cedar Hill. | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/Animal-director-wants-to-be-more-proactive-with-17300220.php | 2022-07-13T02:58:37 | 1 | https://www.mrt.com/news/local/article/Animal-director-wants-to-be-more-proactive-with-17300220.php |
ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando International Airport is set to improve visual communications at its new Terminal C facility with the implementation of video walls and digital displays, according to the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority.
Officials said the displays are expected to give passengers and visitors updates about travel information in real time, along with:
- Ticketing
- Security
- Information Desks
- Concessions
- Gates
- Arrivals
- Customs and Border Protection
- International and domestic baggage claim
- Ground transport
- Wayfinding throughout the terminal
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According to GOAA, the group is working with Synect, an airport-communications technology company, to implement these systems as part of Synect’s “Passenger360″ program.
GOAA officials stated that the program “can address thousands of changes per second, such as flight or weather changes, and it equips passengers with reliable, curated information to empower them on their journey.”
Reports indicate the content strategy will show live-action video footage of Orlando, engaging animations, high-visibility wayfinding, changing travel data and seasonal celebrations.
“We put the focus on the passenger in every design decision at Terminal C, which is the result of extensive airport communication innovation between GOAA and Synect,” said GOAA Chief of Operations Tom Draper. “The program will help engage passengers at the major touchpoints of their journey while reflecting real-time airport activity including estimated wait times.”
Records show the content is set to be ready by September 2022. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/07/13/digital-displays-video-walls-coming-to-oia-terminal-c-reports-show/ | 2022-07-13T03:01:01 | 1 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/07/13/digital-displays-video-walls-coming-to-oia-terminal-c-reports-show/ |
OAKLAND, Fla. – An Oakland woman has spent nearly 20 years advocating for restoration of the town’s historic African American cemetery, which town officials said was used in the 1800s before being closed in the mid-1900s.
Betty Wade attended Tuesday’s Oakland town hall meeting, in which officials adopted a study regarding the cemetery in anticipation of a new $85,000 restoration project funded by state grants.
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“We’ve been at this since 2004, 2005. It’s been a long time, and thank you,” Wade said.
The town of Oakland said the new $85,000 for cemetery restoration will help them preserve an important part of their town’s history. Much of the work will consist of clearing out overgrown vegetation.
Stephen Koontz, Oakland’s town manager, said plans include constructing a new portion of fence, clearing vegetation and putting up new burial markers.
“It’s an asset of the town that’s an important part of the town, and we really are just trying to have that respect for that property,” Koontz said.
Mona Phipps said she’s been working alongside Wade for several years, helping in the restoration projects.
“When we started learning the connections to the town and the history of the town came from, a lot of it came from those buried in that graveyard,” Phipps said.
Wade said she hopes the cemetery becomes a place where loved ones can respectfully honor their relatives.
“Small markers and just a quiet place to go. That would mean people who may know of someone buried there, they can make an appointment to go out there and sit,” Wade said. | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/07/13/oakland-adopts-restoration-of-historic-african-american-cemetery/ | 2022-07-13T03:01:08 | 1 | https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2022/07/13/oakland-adopts-restoration-of-historic-african-american-cemetery/ |
HENDRY COUNTY, Fla. — On Sunday, a confrontation that started inside the Labelle Wal-Mart over windshield wipers followed one man into the parking lot.
The Hendry County Sheriff’s office said Wal-Mart employees accused Casey Kaye of stealing. They said Kaye did not ring up all of his items in the self checkout line. Kaye said that is not the truth.
“She kind of became a little agitated or short with me and I already wasn’t in that good of a mood to deal with her,” said Kaye. “There was another woman that walked by, she put her two-cents in, I said something back to her and next thing you know I got some guy I’m assuming a customer came over running his mouth yelling on top of his lungs.”
Kaye said the man who confronted him also pushed him when they were inside the store. Everything after that was recorded by another customer.
“The guy is basically following me out of the store top of his lungs yelling at me,” said Kaye.
In the video, you can hear both men yelling derogatory language in the parking lot. The person recording the video says the one man was just repeating the racial slurs Kaye was using towards employees. Kaye says that’s not the case.
“I went on a racist rant?” says Kaye. “The guy who was yelling on the top of his lungs said that I said something to somebody with the ‘n’ word and that’s not what occurred at all,” said Kaye.
The sheriff’s office pulled Kaye and his wife over after leaving the Wal-Mart parking lot. The report said they were told Kaye was threatening employees and customers with a gun.
In the video, you can hear someone threatening someone else with a pistol. Reporters asked Kaye if that was him and he denied that accusation.
“I’m not stating that you didn’t hear that, but it wasn’t from me,” says Kaye.
The sheriff’s office said at this time there have been no arrests. Representatives say they could be pursuing a warrant in the future.
Kaye said he plans to press charges against the man who allegedly pushed him. | https://nbc-2.com/news/local/2022/07/12/man-accused-of-theft-and-making-racist-remarks-in-wal-mart-parking-lot-confrontation/ | 2022-07-13T03:04:58 | 1 | https://nbc-2.com/news/local/2022/07/12/man-accused-of-theft-and-making-racist-remarks-in-wal-mart-parking-lot-confrontation/ |
Southwest Allen County Schools voters will decide in November whether to support a referendum that addresses the retention and attraction of talent.
Board members on Tuesday stressed the ballot question’s importance before adopting a related resolution indicating the district will seek the same rate voters approved in 2016 – 15 cents per $100 of assessed home value for the years 2023 to 2030.
“I think this might be one of the most important things we do,” said Doug Copley, board secretary.
The estimated $6.4 million spending plan would fund the salaries and benefits of 43 teachers, two guidance counselors and one school resource officer currently supported by referendum dollars. It would also provide salaries and benefits for 14 new classroom teachers – positions that would help the growing district manage class sizes.
SACS had 7,800 students this past academic year, an increase of 610 students since the 2016-17 year, according to state enrollment data.
The money wouldn’t fund facility improvements, Superintendent Park Ginder said.
“This has nothing to do with the building project or any other building projects,” he said. “This is strictly operating.”
Brad Mills, board president, said Ginder has repeatedly shown the board that the district produces high-caliber graduates.
“That quality reflects what we’re putting into it,” Mills said, agreeing the referendum is needed. “We’re going to work very hard to get this passed this fall.”
Mark Gilpin, who joined the board in 2000, thanked the community for their past support.
“It’s helped make us who we are,” he said, “and this will help, again, continue that.”
In other business, the board approved Robert Irwin as Homestead High School’s athletic director effective this week. He replaces Joe Updegrove, whose retirement was approved June 21.
The board also approved three assistant principals. Tim Beaumont will be at Woodside Middle School, Andrea Hill will be at Covington Elementary School and Phillip Yoder will be at Whispering Meadows Elementary School. Beaumont’s appointment takes effect Monday while the others take effect this week. | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/southwest-allen-board-president-promises-leaders-will-work-hard-to-pass-referendum/article_e04f9a84-023d-11ed-a151-9b8f5e789763.html | 2022-07-13T03:09:06 | 0 | https://www.journalgazette.net/local/southwest-allen-board-president-promises-leaders-will-work-hard-to-pass-referendum/article_e04f9a84-023d-11ed-a151-9b8f5e789763.html |
TEXAS, USA — ERCOT asked Texans to conserve energy for the second time this year as Monday brought blistering temperatures over 100 degrees and wind generation all but died in the middle of the day.
The organization did not call the situation an emergency, though ERCOT said in a news release, "the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is issuing a Conservation Appeal, asking Texans and Texas businesses to voluntarily conserve electricity" and further stated "This notification is issued when projected reserves may fall below 2300 MW for 30 minutes or more."
Gov. Greg Abbott said on the same day, "What they called for today is just voluntary conservation measures which is one of the tools in the toolbox and Texans typically volunteer to help out."
Back on May 13, ERCOT "asked" Texans to conserve energy for a weekend after, according to a release, "six power generation facilities tripped offline resulting in the loss of approximately 2,900 MW of electricity. At this time, all generation resources available are operating."
ERCOT CEO Brad Jones later said in a press conference this was not an "Alert".
"This was not a conservation alert, this was not a conservation appeal, this was just a conservation request to Texan's to help us out over this weekend," Jones said.
But calling a situation an "appeal" or an "ask" is not helpful for Texans who want to understand exactly how much trouble the grid is in. So 6 News dug into ERCOT's Summer emergency Alert Overview (ERCOT made this link directly download a word document) and spoke to an ERCOT representative on how the public can actually understand the power situation as it is displayed on ERCOT's website.
So what is and is not an emergency situation on our grid? Here's what we found out:
The most important data needed to understand current grid conditions is in the Supply and Demand graphic on ERCOT's website and the amount of "operating reserves" listed under grid conditions.
Story continues below.
The operating reserves, shown above as "4,400 megawatts," is included in the purple "committed capacity" line in the Supply and Demand graphic which shows the total power available to the grid. An ERCOT spokesman said "operating reserves" represents all power generators that are currently running and have power to immediately support demand. Committed capacity also includes additional generation power that is not currently on but is available to turn on.
If the grid's current committed capacity show more power available to the grid than just the operating reserves (capacity-demand = more than operating reserves), then the grid is in good condition.
So when should Texan's be worried? ERCOT's current emergency protocols kick in when "operating reserves" (again the 4,400 megawatt figure highlighted in the image) falls below a certain threshold.
If operating reserves are less than 3,000 MW for more than 30 minutes, or if ERCOT has projected this to happen, ERCOT will take several actions including: ordering all available generation online, asking the public for conservation, and ask small industrial customers to reduce their power for up to 30 minutes.
ERCOT protocols do not classify this situation as an "emergency".
If operating reserves drop below 2,300 MW, and are not expected to recover within 30 minutes, ERCOT goes into Energy Emergency Alert "Level 1."
According to ERCOT's Summer emergency Alert Overview, ERCOT will attempt to increase generation by importing power from neighboring electric grids up to 1,220 MW, and by paying commercial or small industrial customers to reduce their power use which can save a total of 895 MW.
ERCOT was expecting to be under 2,300 MW according to their press release this week but did not specifically call this a "Level 1 Energy Emergency Alert."
If the operating reserves fall below 1,750 MW ERCOT will issue a "Level 2" alert and will try to get 1,591 MW back by having large industrial customers turn off their power.
Finally, if the operating reserves fall below 1000 MW, or if ERCOT expects this will happen ahead of time, ERCOT will then "instruct transmission companies to reduce demand on the electric system" which they will do by creating "controlled outages" according to the document. These outages last occurred during Winter Storm Uri.
The overview also specifically states that a combination of high temperatures and a lack of wind could lead to issues. It specifically states, "Sustained above-normal or extremely high temperatures across major metropolitan areas combined with generation outages and low wind or solar generation may result in tight operating conditions."
On Monday, available wind generation fell to less than 1000 MW during the day, and 90 percent of the states wind generation was unavailable due to lack of wind in the state.
Texas Competitive Power Advocates Executive Director Michele Richmond told 6 News 95 percent of the states thermal generators (plants powered by natural gas, coal, or nuclear power) had gone online to meet the states energy demand. This left the state little to no additional generation available if some of the thermal plants were to trip offline.
"It is definitely a problem. We have a lack of installed capacity for additional generation for when we need it," Richmond said. "On days when the wind drops off we absolutely need that (thermal) capacity and we have not have a market that says 'we value those resources.' That's what we need."
Richmond said the state simply need additional large thermal plants to help carry the power load in these situations. She said the Public Utility Commission is still working on a "power market overhaul" that could help better incentivize power generators to build plants in the state. | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/texas/texas-power-grid-whats-the-difference-between-tight-conditions-and-a-power-emergency/500-66790c52-2893-4c84-ab0c-66908a6a8528 | 2022-07-13T03:11:05 | 1 | https://www.kcentv.com/article/news/local/texas/texas-power-grid-whats-the-difference-between-tight-conditions-and-a-power-emergency/500-66790c52-2893-4c84-ab0c-66908a6a8528 |
HOUSTON, Texas — Experts say stunning images taken by the James Webb Space Telescope will re-write textbooks in astronomy, planetary science and other fields.
A Houston-area native is part of the team behind the mission that was decades in the making.
Dr. Stefanie Milam credits childhood visits to NASA’s Johnson Space Center with helping to plant the seeds of planetary exploration.
“I was part of the initial team to review the images before they were released,” said Milam who's the JWST deputy project scientist for planetary science.
She’s talking about images unveiled by NASA in two batches over two days showing galaxies, stars and other celestial bodies from far, far away.
"It was emotional, it brought me to tears,” said Milam about seeing the images.
Milam’s come a long way from Conroe ISD’s Oak Ridge High from where she went off to college, earned a doctorate and eventually joined NASA.
She’s among an estimated 20,000 people from all over the world who’ve worked on the $10 billion telescope since its inception.
"We’ve worked so hard day in and day out to this point," said Milam. "And we’re finally there and it is beyond anything I can describe.”
Milam said gloriously-detailed and information-packed images will offer new insight into planetary life but also practical applications thanks to the innovation used to get them.
"And this is just the blink of an eye with what the James Webb Space Telescope will be doing,” Milam explained. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/conroe-native-james-webb-telescope/285-5127afb8-3d0f-4172-854c-2ccf0da4ab2c | 2022-07-13T03:15:46 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/conroe-native-james-webb-telescope/285-5127afb8-3d0f-4172-854c-2ccf0da4ab2c |
FORT WORTH, Texas — One suspect remains on the run after Fort Worth police arrested four other suspects reportedly involved in a shooting outside a gas station.
Police say officers responded to the shooting a little after 7 p.m. Tuesday evening at a Shell gas station and convenience store in the 400 block of East Seminary Drive.
The victim, police say, had pulled in front of one of the gas pumps in a silver vehicle and was confronted by a group of individuals in a gold vehicle. The suspect had pulled in front of the victim's vehicle and at least two people shot into the victim's front windshield before fleeing the scene.
Police say the victim also fled the scene and remains unidentified with unknown injuries at this time.
Officers arriving on scene noticed the suspect vehicle driving east and tried to stop the vehicle, but the driver of the suspect vehicle rammed into the patrol unit before the vehicle later stopped and three of the suspects fled from officers on foot, police say.
Two suspects were arrested after the vehicle initially stopped in the 1700 block of the Northbound service road, police added. Officers were able to locate two of the three remaining suspects and take them into custody, but one suspect is still at large.
Police say two of the suspects are adult males and two are juvenile males. No officers or suspects were injured during the incident. The Fort Worth gun violence unit has been notified and is coordinating with South Division detectives to investigate the shooting.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/fort-worth-police-searching-gas-station-shooting-suspect-large/287-7132d3b0-0508-4fef-a404-85642b8973d9 | 2022-07-13T03:15:52 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/fort-worth-police-searching-gas-station-shooting-suspect-large/287-7132d3b0-0508-4fef-a404-85642b8973d9 |
BEAUMONT, Texas — A Houston man is facing prison time for allegedly using a drone to drop contraband into the Beaumont Federal Prison Complex.
Federal agents say people trying to smuggle drugs and other items into prisons is nothing new, but they say this is the first time someone has attempted to do this using a drone in Texas.
US Attorney Brit Featherston announced the indictment of Davien Phillip Turner, also known as Davien Phillip Mayo, during a press conference Tuesday.
"Anyone who threatens or compromises that safety, not just the guards but the inmates as well, will be investigated and brought to justice," Featherston said.
Featherston said Jefferson County law enforcement was called to the Beaumont federal prison on May 19 after someone spotted a drone.
He said law enforcement found Davien Turner nearby, and they found several bags near the drone.
"Turner is alleged to have operated a large drone and attempted to deliver phones, vape pens, tobacco, phone chargers, and other items into the Federal Bureau of Prisons here in Jefferson County," Featherston said.
Featherston and federal agents say smuggling of contraband into prisons is nothing new.
"They're making hundreds of thousands of dollars smuggling, whether it be weapons, drugs, cellphones into these prisons," said FBI Houston Special Agent in Charge James Smith.
Featherston said there have been previous drops from unmanned drones in Beaumont, but they don't have evidence linking Turner to those.
Historically, Featherston said smugglers have some type of connection to an inmate. That's how they get paid.
Special agent Russell James said it's all tough for them to track.
"Normally when they make calls they're monitored,” James said. “When you have a situation like this, they can be calling hits. They can be ordering drugs, anything that can cause issues not only in the prison but on the streets as well."
“These items form an illegal currency in our prison systems,” said “This illegal currency also causes problems. It causes danger to our corrections officers. It causes disturbances. It causes assaults in our prisons."
Turner planned on dropping bags full of tobacco, cell phones, cell phone chargers, tools, and vape pens to be sold by inmates within the prison, according to Featherston.
If convicted, he faces up to three years in federal prison and up to a $250,000 fine.
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AUSTIN, Texas — Texas is seeing record high temperatures and has also hit record-breaking energy demand on the grid multiple days just this past week.
On some of those days, ERCOT has asked people to conserve energy during the hot afternoons. So, are businesses also working to conserve energy?
“It's generally not required that anyone help conserve energy unless they've enrolled in formal programs, like formal demand response programs through the ERCOT grid,” said Joshua Rhodes, with Webber Energy Group at the University of Texas at Austin.
ERCOT sent this statement to KVUE: "There are no requirements for them to conserve. However, when ERCOT asks for conservation, we hope all businesses will heed our request, including miners."
So just like households, businesses are only being asked to conserve energy.
“You know, sometimes it actually, it does work though,” said Rhodes. “Even just asking sometimes is helpful.”
The president of the Texas Blockchain Council, which is a Bitcoin industry association, told Bloomberg more than 1,000 megawatts worth of bitcoin mining load went offline on Monday to conserve energy for the grid.
Energy being conserved from both homes and businesses makes a difference.
“Residential makes about half, commercial makes up about a quarter, and industrial makes up about another quarter during these peak demand times,” said Rhodes.
These are some incentives for large companies to save energy. One of those is the state’s 4CP Program. As a part of this, if the companies reduce electricity use during peak times on summer days, their costs get reduced the following year, or increased if they use too much.
Riot Blockchain, which has a data center in Rockdale, sent KVUE the following statement when asked about energy consumption during peak demand hours:
“Riot's Data Center participates in supporting the citizens of Texas on the ERCOT grid by curtailing all power to help stabilize the grid during peak hours of demand. The Company recently began their annual participation in ERCOT’s Four Coincident Peak (“4CP”) program in which Riot’s Whinstone Facility located in Rockdale, Texas will curtail energy consumption when called on by ERCOT during the four summer months of peak energy demand. As part of Riot’s participation in the program, in June the Company curtailed energy consumption for a total of 8,648 megawatt hours.”
PEOPLE ARE ALSO READING: | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/texas/big-companies-texas-conservation/269-1285eb10-2f3f-4e25-95a8-ab76a5048dd9 | 2022-07-13T03:16:05 | 0 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/texas/big-companies-texas-conservation/269-1285eb10-2f3f-4e25-95a8-ab76a5048dd9 |
TEXAS, USA — ERCOT asked Texans to conserve energy for the second time this year as Monday brought blistering temperatures over 100 degrees and wind generation all but died in the middle of the day.
The organization did not call the situation an emergency, though ERCOT said in a news release, "the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is issuing a Conservation Appeal, asking Texans and Texas businesses to voluntarily conserve electricity" and further stated "This notification is issued when projected reserves may fall below 2300 MW for 30 minutes or more."
Gov. Greg Abbott said on the same day, "What they called for today is just voluntary conservation measures which is one of the tools in the toolbox and Texans typically volunteer to help out."
Back on May 13, ERCOT "asked" Texans to conserve energy for a weekend after, according to a release, "six power generation facilities tripped offline resulting in the loss of approximately 2,900 MW of electricity. At this time, all generation resources available are operating."
ERCOT CEO Brad Jones later said in a press conference this was not an "Alert".
"This was not a conservation alert, this was not a conservation appeal, this was just a conservation request to Texan's to help us out over this weekend," Jones said.
But calling a situation an "appeal" or an "ask" is not helpful for Texans who want to understand exactly how much trouble the grid is in. So 6 News dug into ERCOT's Summer emergency Alert Overview (ERCOT made this link directly download a word document) and spoke to an ERCOT representative on how the public can actually understand the power situation as it is displayed on ERCOT's website.
So what is and is not an emergency situation on our grid? Here's what we found out:
The most important data needed to understand current grid conditions is in the Supply and Demand graphic on ERCOT's website and the amount of "operating reserves" listed under grid conditions.
Story continues below.
The operating reserves, shown above as "4,400 megawatts," is included in the purple "committed capacity" line in the Supply and Demand graphic which shows the total power available to the grid. An ERCOT spokesman said "operating reserves" represents all power generators that are currently running and have power to immediately support demand. Committed capacity also includes additional generation power that is not currently on but is available to turn on.
If the grid's current committed capacity show more power available to the grid than just the operating reserves (capacity-demand = more than operating reserves), then the grid is in good condition.
So when should Texan's be worried? ERCOT's current emergency protocols kick in when "operating reserves" (again the 4,400 megawatt figure highlighted in the image) falls below a certain threshold.
If operating reserves are less than 3,000 MW for more than 30 minutes, or if ERCOT has projected this to happen, ERCOT will take several actions including: ordering all available generation online, asking the public for conservation, and ask small industrial customers to reduce their power for up to 30 minutes.
ERCOT protocols do not classify this situation as an "emergency".
If operating reserves drop below 2,300 MW, and are not expected to recover within 30 minutes, ERCOT goes into Energy Emergency Alert "Level 1."
According to ERCOT's Summer emergency Alert Overview, ERCOT will attempt to increase generation by importing power from neighboring electric grids up to 1,220 MW, and by paying commercial or small industrial customers to reduce their power use which can save a total of 895 MW.
ERCOT was expecting to be under 2,300 MW according to their press release this week but did not specifically call this a "Level 1 Energy Emergency Alert."
If the operating reserves fall below 1,750 MW ERCOT will issue a "Level 2" alert and will try to get 1,591 MW back by having large industrial customers turn off their power.
Finally, if the operating reserves fall below 1000 MW, or if ERCOT expects this will happen ahead of time, ERCOT will then "instruct transmission companies to reduce demand on the electric system" which they will do by creating "controlled outages" according to the document. These outages last occurred during Winter Storm Uri.
The overview also specifically states that a combination of high temperatures and a lack of wind could lead to issues. It specifically states, "Sustained above-normal or extremely high temperatures across major metropolitan areas combined with generation outages and low wind or solar generation may result in tight operating conditions."
On Monday, available wind generation fell to less than 1000 MW during the day, and 90 percent of the states wind generation was unavailable due to lack of wind in the state.
Texas Competitive Power Advocates Executive Director Michele Richmond told 6 News 95 percent of the states thermal generators (plants powered by natural gas, coal, or nuclear power) had gone online to meet the states energy demand. This left the state little to no additional generation available if some of the thermal plants were to trip offline.
"It is definitely a problem. We have a lack of installed capacity for additional generation for when we need it," Richmond said. "On days when the wind drops off we absolutely need that (thermal) capacity and we have not have a market that says 'we value those resources.' That's what we need."
Richmond said the state simply need additional large thermal plants to help carry the power load in these situations. She said the Public Utility Commission is still working on a "power market overhaul" that could help better incentivize power generators to build plants in the state. | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/texas/texas-power-grid-whats-the-difference-between-tight-conditions-and-a-power-emergency/500-66790c52-2893-4c84-ab0c-66908a6a8528 | 2022-07-13T03:16:11 | 1 | https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/texas/texas-power-grid-whats-the-difference-between-tight-conditions-and-a-power-emergency/500-66790c52-2893-4c84-ab0c-66908a6a8528 |
TACOMA, Wash. — After months of planning, Tacoma Police Chief Avery Moore unveiled his Crime Reduction Plan to the City Council on Tuesday.
Chief Moore was hired for the role late last year when the city was seeing a sharp rise in assaults, vehicle thefts, and homicides.
That trend has intensified in 2022, with 25 homicides in Tacoma this year, compared to 31 in 2021.
Moore’s plan is broken up into three parts.
In the beginning, Tacoma PD will adopt a hot-spot policing strategy, meaning officers will be highly visible in areas with higher levels of criminal activity, and have the lights of their patrol cars on for 15 minutes at a time during hours when crime is thought to occur. The strategy will be implemented for 90 days, then reviewed and adjusted if needed.
The emphasis on high-visibility policing is a sharp reversal from the recent approach to policing in Tacoma, which Moore said possibly led to a rise in violent crime.
“House Bill 1310 did have an impact, and the impact was, we couldn’t do policing anymore,” Moore explained to the Council. “So, a lack of visibility, I think, really was the issue. If you don’t see police officers, sometimes you feel emboldened to do something you wouldn’t normally do if you saw police officers. So, if I could pinpoint one thing, it’s just a lack of visibility.”
Longer-term strategies will focus on addressing the underlying conditions that lead to crime in these areas, including problem-oriented strategies tailored to those locations, and a focused deterrence approach by partnering with community organizations to offer alternatives in the forms of services, resources and outreach.
Pastor James Wilcox said he’s excited to see the police chief reach out to community groups.
“We meet people, sometimes at the very lowest of where they’re at in their life,” Wilcox said. “How can we reach out to them with compassion and love, and know that we’re helping? And to bring that whole perspective into this whole conversation, I think, will be beneficial for the community as a whole.”
During the study sessions, Council members highlighted Tacoma’s problematic past when it came to over-policing and profiling in the city’s Black and Brown neighborhoods.
James Watson said he appreciated Chief Moore recognizing that past.
“I appreciated the Chief’s honesty and candidness, and just noting that we have a long way to go to regain the trust of our community,” Watson said. “Right now, there’s so much distrust in our city, and we’re dealing with the results of that. So, I’m excited to see the community engagement part of all this.”
Candace Wesley of Tacoma Cease Fire said while there’s no perfect plan, this can be the start of bringing the city to a better place, as long as the community is involved in the process.
“This is the first time that in my history as a community member in Tacoma that there is a plan implemented that is going to include the input and experiences of community members,” said Wesley. “As long as we keep community members as stakeholders, as long as we keep community members at the forefront of our mind, we can continue to stand up to the reputation of us being the city of destiny.” | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/tacoma/tacoma-comprehensive-crime-plan-police-chief-avery-moore/281-7de15216-4d0e-4361-b5fc-76c33fc26acb | 2022-07-13T03:22:02 | 0 | https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/tacoma/tacoma-comprehensive-crime-plan-police-chief-avery-moore/281-7de15216-4d0e-4361-b5fc-76c33fc26acb |
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