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Trump pleads not guilty in documents case

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

MIAMI — Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty in federal court in Miami on Tuesday to criminal charges that he risked disclosure of defense secrets and obstructed the government’s efforts to reclaim classified documents he took with him upon leaving office.After arriving from his nearby Doral resort, Trump was booked and escorted into a 13th floor courtroom at the Wilkie D. Ferguson Jr. U.S. Courthouse in downtown Miami in a scene as surreal as it was momentous.Inside the courtroom, Trump — wearing a dark suit and a red tie — sat with his arms crossed at the defense table while the magistrate judge overseeing the hearing described the indictment. One of his lawyers, Todd Blanche, entered a plea on Trump’s behalf.“We most certainly enter a plea of not guilty,” he said.Nearly 2 1/2 years after leaving the White House, Trump — twice impeached, previously charged in an unrelated case in New York, still under investigation for his efforts to retain power following his loss in ...

Hochul announces expansion of state parental leave program

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

ALBANY, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) – On Tuesday, June 13, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the expansion of an initiative to offer more paid leave time for state workers who become new parents. The expansion will give 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave to over 80 percent of the state workforce. It will be the first time in state history that a majority of state workers have access to the benefit. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! "No one should have to choose between a paycheck and caring for their newborn child," Governor Hochul said in a statement. "In my State of the State, I put forward a nation-leading proposal to offer fully paid parental leave benefits to New York State employees — and today we are making good on that promise. By extending fully paid parental leave to over 80 percent of State employees, New York is leading by example and providing a critical line of support for hardworking families."  Hochul also annou...

Stewart's stabbing suspect linked to multiple incidents

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

COHOES, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The suspect linked to a stabbing late Monday night at the Stewart's Shops at 480 Columbia Street is in custody at the Albany County Correctional Facility. Police say, Thomas J. Spears, 39, was involved in two separate incidents before the stabbing. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! At around 3:15 p.m., the Cohoes Police Department responded to the Columbia Gardens Apartment complex. The complainant told police that Spears attacked her. The victim said that while she was in the Columbia Gardens Apartment dog park, Spears approached her, grabbed her head with both hands and squeezed while pressing his fingers into her eyes.The victim said she managed to escape and tried to run for help but Spears chased her and knocked her down. He then allegedly continued to attack her but she escaped again. Police were able to...

Longtime Missouri juvenile officer sentenced for child sex crimes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A Hannibal, Missouri, man who spent more than three decades working as a juvenile officer appeared in federal court Tuesday and was sentenced for picking up an at-risk teenager and engaging in illegal sexual activity with her.Prosecutors with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri said Scott Burow, 63, pleaded guilty in October 2022 to one count of transporting a minor across state lines to engage in prohibited sexual conduct.Burow met the then 15-year-old girl on an online dating site in late March 2020. He negotiated with her and agreed to pay her $100 for sex. He also demanded she send him a nude image of herself to ensure she was not an undercover officer or working with law enforcement. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News SIGN UP NOW ...

Ventura County man admits to threatening violence at Planned Parenthood locations

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

A man from Ventura County pleaded guilty in federal court Monday to charges stemming from several bomb threats made over the phone last year, including threats made to a Planned Parenthood office on the day the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.Nishith Tharaka Vandebona, 34, of Oxnard, admitted to one felony count of transmitting threatening communications and one misdemeanor count of "threatened forcible intimidation regarding the obtaining and provision of reproductive health services under the federal Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances," the United States Department of Justice announced.Vandebona, who was living in Camarillo at the time, admitted to using an anonymous phone number to leave voice messages that contained death threats to multiple Planned Parenthood offices.The first call was made one day after the Supreme Court reversed the landmark Roe V. Wade decision, which ruled that women had a constitutional right to abortion. The controversial overturning of the d...

Allyson Nohelia Navarro-Salazar and Infant Dead Following Head-On Collision on Highway 99 [Live Oak, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

Four-Vehicle Crash in Sutter County Kills 21-Year-Old Gridley Woman and 1-Year-Old ChildLIVE OAK, CA (June 13, 2023) – Friday evening, a head-on crash in Sutter County claimed the lives of Allyson Nohelia Navarro-Salazar and a 1-year-old child.According to the investigators, the collision happened around 6:30 p.m. in the area of Highway 99 and Paseo Road, near the city of Live Oak.The CHP Yuba-Sutter division claimed that a hit-and-run suspect fled a scene of a prior accident and continued southbound on Highway 99. Investigators said the suspect then crossed the solid double-yellow lines and bumped into a second vehicle.Subsequently, the suspect collided head-on with a third vehicle going northbound, leading a fourth vehicle to hit the rear of the third vehicle.Police said the driver of the third vehicle, 21-year-old Allyson Nohelia Navarro-Salazar, and her 1-year-old child passenger died at the scene. Her 23-year-old male passenger from Gridley was hospitalized for serious in...

Sage Sam Releases Hit Song ‘Tracing Sidewalks’ – A Soulful Exploration of Nostalgia and Personal Growth

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

Sage Sam, the rising star in the music industry, has once again mesmerized his fans with his latest single, “Tracing Sidewalks.” With its heartfelt lyrics, captivating melodies, and emotionally charged performance, the song delves into the intricacies of reconnection and the inevitable changes that time brings. In this article, we delve into the profound meaning behind “Tracing Sidewalks,” its musical intricacies, and the impact it has had on listeners.“Tracing Sidewalks” is a poignant reflection on the delicate balance between longing for the past and accepting the reality of the present. Inspired by a personal experience, Sage Sam takes listeners on a journey down memory lane, where he reunites with an old friend only to realize that the connection has shifted due to divergent paths taken in life. The song encapsulates the wistful desire to recapture the magic of a once-shared bond while acknowledging the growth and change that make it impossibl...

Omega 3 deficiency symptoms: Identifying and Addressing the Shortage

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

Within the aisles of the supplement section at your local health store, you’re bound to discover a diverse range of omega-3 offerings. This robust supplement, celebrated for its sweeping health benefits, may already ring a bell, particularly if it has been a subject of discussion during your recent doctor’s appointments.The subject of omega-3 deficiency has garnered substantial attention in recent times. Medical researchers have begun to underline its importance, urging healthcare practitioners to bear it in mind when assessing Omega 3 deficiency symptoms with their patient. Often, these deficiency signs can mirror other common health issues like iron or calcium insufficiency, allowing the problem of omega-3 shortage to potentially go unnoticed. However, the manifestations of this deficiency can be considerably impactful, subtly undermining your health without your awareness.Understanding Omega-3s: Their Importance and Role in HealthOmega-3s are a family of essential fat...

Top 15 Innovative Entrepreneurial Movers & Shakers To Watch Out For

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

The power of influence no matter what industry you are in or audience you are trying to target has a long-reaching effect ― those with true influence have the ability to not only innovate, but to impact their organizations, shoppers and their industry as a whole. But amassing this kind of influence in whatever field it is doesn’t happen overnight, as it can take decades of strategy building, networking, innovation and trial and error to reach the ultimate status and make it onto our list.Whether it be here in Los Angeles or around America as a whole, our country is known as a melting pot of nationalities and cultures, and it has quickly become one of the most innovative nations to date. With driven natural-born citizens and immigrants, America is one of the most successful countries in terms of entrepreneurship.These Top 15 Innovative American Entrepreneurial Movers & Shakers To Watch Out For, for the rest of 2023 and beyond may not fully be household names just yet, but you mos...

Emeryville fatal shooting victim identified

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 19:00:36 GMT

EMERYVILLE — A man fatally shot here May 26 was identified by police Tuesday as Dexter Appleby, 34, of Oakland.He was found with multiple gunshot wounds about about 11:38 p.m. May 26 at the intersection of 41st Street and San Pablo Avenue, near the Oaks Card Club. He was pronounced dead at the scene.Police so far have not said why they believe Appleby was in Emeryville.A motive for the killing has not been determined yet. No arrests have been made.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Funeral funds grow for Antioch 18-year-old shot to death at birthday party Crime and Public Safety | Two men shot in Oakland Crime and Public Safety | East Bay task force arrests 7 accused sexual predators Crime and Public Safety | East Bay man accused of killing of Cash App founder was accused of stabbing two teens in 2005 Crime and Public Safety | Bay Area man is now a suspect in two mass shootings, including recent ...