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Charge dismissed against South St. Paul woman in gun heist killing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

Prosecutors have dismissed a second murder case in the June shooting death of a man during a gun heist in North St. Paul.The Ramsey County attorney’s office last week threw out the two counts of aiding and abetting second-degree murder it had filed against 19-year-old La Vida Rose Martinez of South St. Paul. She had been charged in the June killing of 24-year-old Anthony Robert Rojas, who police say was making ghost gun parts in his North St. Paul apartment.The attorney’s office also dismissed the same charge against 16-year-old Austin Dwayne Mansfield of Woodbury last month, saying there was “insufficient evidence to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt at this time.”Dennis Gerhardstein, the attorney’s office spokesman, said Friday in a statement the case against Martinez was dismissed after “we determined that there is insufficient evidence to sustain felony charges. … We continue to be open to any further investigation that would yield a clearer pictur...

Port of Albany conducts multiagency security drill

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – The Port of Albany is upstate New York’s largest public port and logistics hub. Officials there conducted a security drill on Friday to ensure first responders are prepared to coordinate across multiple agencies in an emergency.Local, state and federal officials conducted the annual training on the Hudson River. They don’t use the training often but when they need it, they’ll be ready.  Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! 20 years ago the Stellamare cargo ship capsized at the Port of Albany, killing three. That prompted a multi-agency response to save the crew members in the icy river, the type of coordination first responders practiced on Friday. “Thankfully it’s been a while but it’s one of those things where we always want to make sure that our team and our partners are up on what the latest techniques are,” said Penny Vavura, a spokesperson for the Port of Albany.She said they can encounter any numb...

Man accused of stabbing, killing estranged wife in East Alton

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

EAST ALTON, Ill. - A man is behind bars after he allegedly stabbed and killed his estranged wife Thursday in the village of East Alton. The Major Case Squad of St. Louis has been called to investigate the situation, the first homicide in East Alton this year. John Davenport, 55, faces two first-degree murder charges in the stabbing death of Adell Davenport, 47. Investigators say Adell was fatally stabbed early Thursday morning in the 300 block of West Main Street near a sidewalk. The Major Case Squad reports that John and Adell "were married several years prior and were currently separated" at the time of the stabbing. 38 car parts distributing centers joining UAW strike Members from the Major Case Squad, the East Alton Police Department and the Illinois State Police met with the Madison County State’s Attorney’s Office on Friday to present evidence in the case that linked John to the murder."I’ve got 18 investigators here working with the East Alton Police Department in conjunct...

High-speed chase ends with arrests near Dupo, Illinois

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

DUPO, Ill. - Two suspects, a stolen car, and now a string of investigations. It all comes after a long-standing police pursuit ended Friday morning near Dupo, Illinois. "We're gonna chase you, we're gonna catch you, our state attorneys gonna prosecute you, and our judges are gonna send you to prison,"said Monroe County Sheriff Neil Rohlfing amid the investigation Friday. Columbia Police apprehended two people on Interstate 255 after a long-distance pursuit. Around 6 a.m. Friday, Monroe County Sheriff’s Police saw a vehicle that was reported stolen driving southbound on State Rt. 3 near Ames Rd. Waterloo. The vehicle was stolen in a robbery in Normandy, Missouri, earlier in the night.   38 car parts distributing centers joining UAW strike The MCSD deputy followed the vehicle as it drove southbound, waiting for additional officers to arrive in the area to help stop the vehicle. The driver was armed with a handgun.  The Bommarito Automotive Group SkyFOX helicopter was flying ove...

Bulldozers cut down cottonwoods in Barr Lake State Park, raising concerns about bald eagles

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

Four yellow bulldozers began cutting down cottonwood trees this week in Barr Lake State Park, alarming wildlife researchers in the middle of an annual bird-banding blitz and raising concerns about the eradication of habitat for bald eagles.Bird Conservancy of the Rockies leaders headquartered in the park are pressing Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Farmers Reservoir and Irrigation Company (FRICO) officials to minimize the destruction by sparing as many of the park’s towering 80-year-old cottonwoods as possible.The tree-cutting — with about 20 cottonwoods and other vegetation cleared as of Friday — marks the start of a five-year project that FRICO proposed for public safety and to increase the water-storage capacity of Barr Lake reservoir (30,057-acre-feet) by 1,500 acre-feet, according to a state document.The reservoir holds FRICO water diverted from the South Platte River for irrigating farm fields across northeastern Colorado and supplying municipalities in north...

As NWSL announces 15th team this week, For Denver FC group continues “making tremendous progress” toward formal bid

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

The wheels of a future professional women’s soccer team in Denver are churning, and there are no signs of slowing down.The National Women’s Soccer League expanded again Tuesday when Boston was announced as the 15th team, and will begin play in 2026. With the news, it kicked off a new wave of anticipation, rumors and clamor about which city should be team No. 16.Denver is in the running as the group “For Denver FC” launched in July ahead of the FIFA Women’s World Cup. The Mile High City is one of the largest markets in the country without a professional women’s sports team.The NWSL will return to two prior markets in Boston and Salt Lake City with the Utah Royals set for play in 2024. The third team, Bay FC, will also start play in 2024 in San Jose, Calif.The Post reached out to the For Denver FC group this week to see where things stand. For Denver FC is publicly led by Lakewood native Jordan Angeli, a former NWSL player and current Colorado Rapids matc...

Rockies blanked by Jameson Taillon, Cubs in fifth consecutive loss, 97th of season

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

Since they last saw the Rockies 10 days ago at Coors Field, the Cubs have lost their firm footing on a playoff spot, going 2-7 between matchups against a young Colorado team that’s spiraling toward 100 losses.But if the Cubs’ confidence is wavering, it was hard to tell from watching them against the Rockies on Friday afternoon.Jameson Taillon pitched six shutout innings with seven strikeouts, and Seiya Suzuki accounted for four of Chicago’s runs as the Rockies lost 6-0 at Wrigley Field. It was Colorado’s fifth consecutive defeat and 97th of the season, coming off a sweep in San Diego. Nine games remain in 2023, all of which are against playoff teams.The Cubs wouldn’t have been in the playoffs if the season ended Friday morning, but the lopsided series opener vs. Colorado kept them barely above water in the crowded National League wild card hunt with Miami, Arizona, Cincinnati and San Francisco.The Rockies drew seven walks but couldn’t take advanta...

What to know about California's new proposed rules for property insurance

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

Months after California's home insurance market was rattled by major companies pausing or restricting their coverage, the state's top regulator said Thursday that he would write new rules aimed at persuading insurers to continue doing business in the nation's most populous state.Seven of the 12 largest insurance companies by market share in California have either paused or restricted new policies in the state since last year.Some state lawmakers tried to come up with a bill that would address the issue. But they failed to reach an agreement before the Legislature adjourned for the year last week.Here's a look at what California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara proposed and how it would affect the state's insurance market:WHAT ARE THE RULES FOR INSURANCE COMPANIES?Unlike most states, California heavily regulates its property insurance market.In 1988, California voters approved Proposition 103. It said insurance companies had to get permission from the state Department of Insurance...

New UCLA dorm delayed over size concerns

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

Proposed low-cost housing at UCLA is being delayed after University of California Regents put the breaks on dorms over concerns that the rooms may be too small, the Los Angeles Times reported.The new dorm was expected to be available to students by 2026, but officials deferred a vote on the budget and design, citing concerns over impact on student mental health, the newspaper reported. As a result, the regents asked for additional research and student feedback on the proposed dorms.Gayley Towers, seen here on Sept. 22, 2023, is the proposed site for new low-cost housing for UCLA students. (KTLA) The project included renovating the existing Gayley Towers at 565 Gayley Ave. in Westwood and was to include co-living-style units with shared kitchens and community bathrooms.The proposal for a room is 265 square feet for three beds, desks, closets, storage space and a refrigerator, the Times reported. During a meeting this week, regents determined there are still many questions remaining a...

Gregorio Arreaga Dead after Vehicle Collision on Sweetwater Road [National City, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:22 GMT

Tragic Vehicle Collision Claims Life of 49-Year-Old DriverNATIONAL CITY, CA (September 22, 2023) – A heart-wrenching collision in a park-and-ride lot resulted in the untimely passing of Gregorio Arreaga on a Sunday afternoon.The incident unfolded on September 17th, just prior to 5:00 p.m., within the confines of the 2300 block of Sweetwater Road.According to eyewitness accounts, Gregorio Arreaga, aged 49, was positioned in the bed of a pickup truck parked at a commuter parking lot when another vehicle collided with the truck. The force of the impact propelled Arreaga out of the truck bed, causing him to land beneath another parked vehicle within the lot.Swiftly responding to the scene, emergency response teams attended to Arreaga and promptly transported him to Scripps Mercy Hospital for medical care.Despite the tireless efforts of medical professionals, Arreaga’s condition deteriorated, and tragically, he succumbed to his injuries. Officials confirmed his passing on Tue...