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AP sources: Tom Emmer withdraws as Republican nominee for House speaker, becoming the third candidate to fall short

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — AP sources: Tom Emmer withdraws as Republican nominee for House speaker, becoming the third candidate to fall short.

New regents’ policy requires CU Boulder to report on annual diversity goals

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

The University of Colorado Board of Regents has updated its diversity and non-discrimination policy for the first time since 1973, a decision intended to make the university a welcome and accessible place for all.“I’m thrilled that we’re moving forward with this,” Regent Wanda James said. “I would like to see this be stronger, reflecting our support of the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in all that we do. This is once again the beginning of this conversation, not the end.”The updated version of Regent Policy 10A was approved on Sept. 8. It contains a commitment statement with new language and requires each campus to report on measurable diversity goals to the Board of Regents annually.The policy passed 7-2. Support for the policy was mixed, with two no votes and a portion of the Regents who voted yes to the policy expressing the desire for it to do more. Regent Ken McNulty and Regent Ken Montera voted no on the policy.“I think it’s important to recognize in any policy...

Pilot who tried to crash Horizon Air jet says he had taken mushrooms, complaint says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

An off-duty airline pilot riding in an extra cockpit seat on a Horizon Air flight said “I’m not OK” just before trying to cut the engines mid-flight and later told police he had recently taken psychedelic mushrooms as his mental health worsened, according to charging documents made public Tuesday.State prosecutors in Oregon filed 83 counts of attempted murder against Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph David Emerson, 44, on Tuesday just before he appeared in court, with his attorney, Noah Horst, entering not guilty pleas on his behalf. Federal prosecutors meanwhile charged Emerson with interfering with a flight crew, which can carry up to 20 years in prison.According to a probable cause statement filed in Multnomah County Circuit Court, Emerson told Port of Portland police following his arrest that he had been struggling with depression, that a friend had recently died and that he had taken psychedelic mushrooms about 48 hours before he attempted to cut the engines. He also said he had not...

Santa Paula man in critical condition after shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

Authorities with the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office are asking for public assistance in an attempted homicide that left one man in critical yet stable condition.On Sunday, Filmore patrol deputies responded to calls about a shooting in the McNab Court area in Filmore. When authorities arrived, they found a Santa Paula man, 22, had suffered from multiple gunshot wounds.The man, whose name has not been released, was transported to the Santa Paula Emergency Room, a news release said.Detectives from the Filmore Police Department, Sheriff’s Major Crime’s Bureau and West County Special Enforcement responded to the scene and assisted with investigation.Anyone who witnessed or has knowledge of the shooting is encouraged to contact Detective Jaime Gomez at (805) 384-4732. Anonymous tips can be submitted by contacting Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477).Those who may have photos or videos of the incident but wish to remain anonymous can submit them at the following link.

California cities ranked among the least safe nationwide, study says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

Whether it be protection from crime, dangerous weather, or financial instability, safety is a top concern for many when finding a new city to call home.WalletHub, a personal finance company, updated its “Safest Cities in America” list by comparing 182 cities in the U.S. across 41 safety-related metrics. Some of the metrics used in the study included the number of mass shootings, assaults per capita and traffic fatalities.The 41 safety metrics were compiled into three categories: home and community safety, natural disaster risk and financial safety. They were graded on a 100-point scale, with 100 representing the “safest” city. These California cities named as the ‘safest’ for trick-or-treating, study says Cities from the Golden State ranked low on the list.  The highest-ranked California city on the list was Irvine in Orange County, earning the 33rd spot and scoring 79.86 overall. The city of Fremont, which was ranked 17th last year, went down to 49th place in the updated stu...

Haegen Williams, Colby Cargal and Sydnee Trambell Dead after Speeding Accident on Highway 277 [Archer County, TX]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

Multiple Teenagers Killed, Conner Tackett Injured in Speeding Collision near U.S. Highway 82ARCHER COUNTY, TX (October 24, 2023) – Haegen Williams, Colby Cargal, and Sydnee Trambell lost their lives in a high-speed collision early Monday morning.Around 2:30 a.m. on October 9th, law enforcement rushed to the location near U.S. Highway 82 in response to the incident.According to authorities, Conner James Tackett was behind the wheel of a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro, traveling north on Highway 277 at dangerously high speeds. Tackett lost control of the vehicle while navigating a sharp turn, causing it to skid to the side.The car ultimately collided with a culvert, resulting in it overturning and igniting in flames. Medical personnel later declared 16-year-old Williams, 16-year-old Cargal, and 15-year-old Trambell deceased at the scene.Meanwhile, Tackett, the driver, was transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention. It has been determined that none of the occupants were wearing thei...

From Adversity to Alchemy: The Inspiring Journey of Myesha Chaney

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

Life has a way of throwing curveballs at us when we least expect it. One moment we’re in the fast lane, with a thriving marriage and career, and the next, we’re sitting on the ashes of everything we used to own. We have two choices when that happens: crumble under the weight or rise above and transform the situation into something meaningful. Myesha Chaney chose the latter, turning her painful divorce into a doorway to her best life.A dynamic author, speaker, and entrepreneur, Myesha’s mission was birthed from pain. After years of inspiring thousands, she found herself needing encouragement when her marriage ended. However, she delved deep into her spirit and turned what could have been a full stop into a comma. What followed was a remarkable metamorphosis of turning the shards of shattered dreams into stepping stones toward a life replete with purpose and meaning. Today, Myesha stands as a beacon of hope, embodying the promise of a new dawn post the darkest night.As a healed woman ...

The Little Blueberry Kids Journey to Elevating Children’s Eco-Fashion

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

A young child’s playtime is filled with imagination, dreams, and creativity, with each giggle echoing a world where the future is bright. Little Blueberry Kids, isn’t just a business–it’s a community with an ambitious yet clear path for children’s fashion. Their journey reflects how passion can transform an industry.Laying the Foundation for Eco-Conscious KidswearLittle Blueberry Kids wasn’t made in corporate boardrooms but from a genuine concern for the planet and children’s future. Inspired by her experiences in the fashion industry, the founder envisioned a brand that seamlessly blended style with sustainability.Recognizing a void in the market, the Team founded Little Blueberry Kids in 2022 and identified a growing demand among parents. The Team realized that parents, like most of the members, were seeking more than just clothing—they were looking for a promise and a commitment to the future.With this insight, Little Blueberry Kids embarked on elevating c...

Four-bedroom home sells for $1.5 million in Fremont

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

3730 Savannah Road – Google Street ViewA 1,314-square-foot house built in 1960 has changed hands. The property located in the 3700 block of Savannah Road in Fremont was sold on Sept. 12, 2023. The $1,510,000 purchase price works out to $1,149 per square foot. This single-story home offers a spacious layout with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The home’s outer structure has wood shake roofing / shingles. Inside, a fireplace enhances the ambiance of the living area. Additionally, the home is equipped with a garage.These nearby houses have also recently been sold:On Montrose Avenue, Fremont, in August 2023, a 1,314-square-foot home was sold for $1,500,000, a price per square foot of $1,142. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In July 2022, a 1,342-square-foot home on Doane Street in Fremont sold for $1,340,000, a price per square foot of $999. The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.A 1,724-square-foot home on the 43000 block of Brighton cmn. in Fremont sold in July 2022, for $1,6...

Letters: Supply and demand | Combatants’ start | UN must act | Upside-down | Unequal justice | E-cigarettes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:20:53 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Supply and demanddoesn’t work in Bay AreaRe: “High housing costs making California more undesirable, RAND economist says” (Sept. 27).The Rand expert, Jason Ward, is wrong. The supply and demand model doesn’t work for Bay Area housing. The supply is high-rise, market-rate housing; the demand is housing for working people with low incomes. Property owners would rather have vacant apartments taking a tax loss than lower the rent.Increased market-rate supply has not and will not lower rents. They will never be “affordable” to those camping in the street. Affordable in the Bay Area is for people making $100,000 a year, based on a county’s median household income.Margot SmithBerkeleyIn conflict, both sidesstarted as childrenI have so much compassion for both the Israelis and Palestinians, the hostages and all of the children who are victims in the Middle East. I even h...