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Cynthia M. Allen: New York, a sanctuary city, says it can’t take more migrants. Texas can relate

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

A couple years ago, a column in The Washington Post criticized Gov. Greg Abbott for his decision to pull the licenses of shelters and foster-care programs that provided care to unaccompanied migrant children.There was at the time (and still is) a major migrant crisis at the border. COVID-era policies further limited shelter capacity. Service-providers were becoming strapped.Abbott’s move, however harshly it was portrayed in the national media, was intended to force the federal government to assume care of these children and free up state resources that were otherwise completely overwhelmed — and intended for state residents.Texas is accustomed to bearing most of the brunt of failed immigration policies, but in recent years, the burden has grown.And the migrant surge, Abbott argued, was ultimately the federal government’s responsibility.Still, the news stories played only one way.“There’s no room in the inn in Texas,” asserted a heart-wrenching hea...

Minnesota United loose Kervin Arriaga for season

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

Minnesota United lost a second midfielder to a season-ending knee injury this season and will reportedly bring back a former midfielder.The Loons announced Thursday Kervin Arriaga suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee — similar to Robin Lod’s injury in May. United won’t be short-handed, however.The Athletic reported MNUFC traded with Nashville SC for Jan Gregus. Terms were not included.Gregus came to Minnesota as a Designated Player in 2019 and left after the 2021 season. He played 27 matches for San Jose Earthquakes in 2022. With Nashville, he has played only 223 minutes this season.Arriaga had missed training this week after playing in the Leagues Cup group-stage match against Chicago Fire last Thursday and will soon have surgery, the club said. He played in 16 matches, scoring two goals and providing two assists in 1,006 minutes.Related ArticlesSoccer | Loons’ leaky defense late in games carries over to Leagues Cup Soccer | Saudi Arabia is sh...

Loons’ leaky defense late in games carries over to Leagues Cup

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

Minnesota United’s Leagues Cup match against Chicago Fire on July 27 was all too familiar.The Loons conceded two goals after the 75th minute — the equalizer and the deciding goal in a 3-2 defeat — meaning MNUFC yet again dropped points from a winning position.The Loons have allowed 30 total goals in MLS this season, including nine after the 75th minute — a whopping 30 percent. Overall in MLS, they have dropped nine points when leading games this season.The concerning trend continued against the Fire last week and it bleeds into their Leagues Cup round of 32 match against the Columbus Crew at 7 p.m. Friday.The Crew lead MLS with 45 goals scored this season, and they dispatched Club America — North America’s most historic side— 4-1 on Monday to finish first in their group. Now they host Friday’s knockout game against the Loons at Lower.com Field.“They move the ball really well,” Loons center back Michael Boxall said Tuesday. “Obviously, I thought Club America were always, kind of, hav...

DMV releases Giants, Jets themed license plates

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has released redesigned New York Giants and Jets custom license plates ahead of the 2023 NFL season. Fans who are interested in getting one can visit the DMV's website to order theirs today.Image via NYS DMV Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “It is no secret that as a Buffalonian and life-long Bills fan, I am partial to the Bills plate design, but I am thrilled to round out our NFL plate series with equally eye-catching designs for the Jets and Giants,” said DMV Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder. “I think Gang Green and Big Blue fans will agree that these plates are worth cheering for. I hope fans take advantage of the opportunity to show their team pride everywhere they drive.”

WATCH: Gov. Hochul making education announcement in Albany

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Governor Kathy Hochul is in Albany at the New York State Education Department Thursday. She will be making an education announcement there, scheduled to start around 11 a.m.

VSP: Man found dead inside car, police investigating

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

TINMOUTH, Vt. (NEWS10) -- Vermont State Police are investigating a man who was found dead inside a car along VT RT 140 in Tinmouth, Vermont. Police have not released the name of the man and say there is no cause for public concern. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Wednesday, around 9 p.m., Vermont State Police in Rutland were called regarding a death that happened along VT RT 140 in Tinmouth. Once they arrived, they identified the 75-year-old man dead parked inside his car along a pull-off. The death is not considered suspicious. This investigation is ongoing, and no further information is available at this time.

Jefferson County sheriff’s deputies searching for missing 73-year-old woman

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

Jefferson County sheriff’s deputies issued a “senior alert” early Thursday and were searching for a 73-year-old woman with cognitive impairment who went missing.The officials said Greta Muchuga last was seen wearing gray sweatpants and a t-shirt and that she “gets lost and confused easily.” They described her as a female, 5’4″ tall, weighing 125 pounds, with green eyes and brown hair. Muchuga’s vehicle — a silver 2009 Lexus RX350 sport utility vehicle, Colorado license plate 285-DFU — may have been spotted in Boulder and in Westminster near the intersection of 120th Avenue and Sheridan Boulevard, sheriff officials said in a posting on Twitter. She’s known to visit the King Soopers at 100th Avenue and the Wadsworth Parkway.Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to contact a police dispatcher at 303-271-0211.SENIOR ALERT: JCSO is searching for 73-year old Greta Muchuga. She is a white female, 5'4",...

Fatal rollover crash in Aurora forced road closures near South Tower Road and East Kansas Place

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

A fatal rollover crash early Thursday forced road closures for several hours near South Tower Road and East Kansas Place in Aurora, authorities said.This single-vehicle crash happened around 2:41 a.m., according to an Aurora Police posting on Twitter. Northbound and eastbound lanes were closed.Police said the crash was fatal. No information on who died was released.#APDTrafficAlert: All northbound and eastbound lanes are closed at South Tower Road and East Kansas Place for a fatal single vehicle rollover crash.The crash was reported at 2:41 a.m. The roadway will be closed for several hours for the crash investigation. Consider using South… pic.twitter.com/j9RbXXJaLk— Aurora Police Dept (@AuroraPD) August 3, 2023 

Man gunned down while driving in Gardena; shooter sought

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

An investigation is underway after a man was shot and killed while driving in Gardena Thursday morning. The shooting occurred around 12:13 a.m. in the 100 block of West Redondo Beach Boulevard, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department stated in a news release.Authorities investigate a fatal shooting in Gardena on Aug. 3, 2023. (KTLA)Deputies responded to find a 40-to-45-year-old man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to his lower torso. The unidentified victim was later pronounced dead at the scene.Investigators determined the victim had been driving east on Redondo Beach Boulevard when his vehicle was struck by gunfire. Lizzo responds to lawsuit alleging ‘sexually charged’ work environment No information about a suspect or possible suspect vehicle was provided by authorities. Homicide investigators are continuing to investigate the incident.Anyone with information was asked to call the Sheriff's Department at 323-890-5500. Those who prefer to remain anonymous can call Cr...

Two semis, SUV collide, blocking 101 Freeway in Agoura Hills

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 07:58:00 GMT

The westbound 101 Freeway remains closed in Agoura Hills Thursday morning, hours after a pair of crashes involving two semi trucks, at least one of which jackknifed, blocking the roadway. The closure began shortly after 1:10 a.m., when two big rigs and a third vehicle collided on the freeway west of Chesebro Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.The SigAlert will remain in place "until further notice," the CHP added. Footage from the scene shows that the trucks sustained major damage to their front ends, while the third vehicle, a dark-colored SUV, was on its passenger side in vegetation along the roadway.At least one person could be seen as they were loaded into an ambulance, but their condition is unknown, as is that of others in the crash.A woman at the scene told Key News Network that she witnessed the second collision when she stopped to help those involved in the first crash, which was between the SUV and one semi truck."Another semi truck came down the freeway and ...