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Ald. Ramirez-Rosa resigns as floor leader after ‘bullying’ allegations

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

CHICAGO -- Ald. Carlos Ramirez-Rosa will be stepping down as floor leader of the city council after allegations that he attempted to block one of their members from attending a controversial city council meeting on Thursday, the mayor's office said.A statement released by the Mayor's office said: Alderwoman Mitts is a venerable leader and woman of abiding faith, who is committed to public service and the principles of accountability and mercy. Alderman Ramirez-Rosa has acknowledged his transgressions, apologized to his colleagues and committed himself to rebuilding trust.  The CABC alleges that Ald. Ramirez-Rosa attempted to physically restrain Ald. Emma Mitts (37th Ward) from entering the chamber.The council was set to decide whether to let voters weigh in on Chicago’s status as a sanctuary city, but the meeting ended in a storm of shouting and allegations."It is not lost on me that Thursday’s events occurred during a time of heightened tension at City Hall. In ...

Trial of father of Highland Park parade shooting suspect begins

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

CHICAGO — The trial of Crimo Jr. takes off Monday and is expected to last a week.Prosecutors say Crimo Jr. acted recklessly when signing his son's application for a FOID card knowing his son had violent thoughts. The judge must consider what did the father know, when did he know it and what would a reasonable person done in that situation. Crimo Jr. faces seven counts of reckless conduct. In the trial, there is expected to be 10 prosecution witnesses, police interrogation transcripts and text messages between the father and son. Highland Park mass shooting suspect says attack staged by federal agents: Sheriff’s office The trial comes 16 months after the July 4th Highland Park parade shooting that claimed seven lives.Prosecutors will try to prov Crimo Jr. knew his son was unstable years earlier They say three years earlier, Crimo III threatened his family and said he was going to kill everyone. Prosecutors originally wanted to show video of Crimo III's seven-hour police interrogat...

Rescues underway after extra-alarm fire on South Side

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

CHICAGO — Fire crews are on the scene of an extra-alarm fire in the city's Oakland neighborhood.The fire broke out around 7 a.m. Monday at an apartment high-rise in the 3500 block of South Cottage Grove. Emergency crews are on the scene and have made multiple rescues, pulling people out of their apartment windows.Skycam 9 was over the scene. No further details have been provided at this time.

Can a Floridian win the White House? Trump, DeSantis vie to be first

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida governor wins reelection by record numbers and later finds himself running as a party conservative in a crowded presidential primary. In New Hampshire, he tip-toes around the explosive abortion rights issue, discusses ongoing Israeli military operations, promises he'll secure the Mexican border and warns that the current administration's fiscal insanity will cause more inflation, not reduce it.While it sounds like Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2023, this was former Florida Democratic Gov. Reubin Askew in 1984. Askew dropped out of the race after finishing eighth in New Hampshire. DeSantis is looking to avoid a similar fate as he prepares for the third GOP debate this week in his home state.If DeSantis or former President Donald Trump eventually is elected president next year, it would be the first time Americans have chosen a Floridian to lead them. Trump was a New York snowbird with a second home in Palm Beach when he was first elected, but he l...

Pittsfield launching 'snow angel' pilot program

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- The City of Pittsfield is launching the "snow angel pilot program," which asks for volunteers to help out neighbors in need once the snow starts to fall. Snow angel volunteers can be 16 years old or older and must register by Friday by emailing [email protected]. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! To be eligible, "neighbors in need" of snow removal help must be 60 years old or older and/or have a disability preventing them from removing snow from their driveway, walkway, or sidewalk. The city will pair the volunteers (snow angels) with a neighbor in need who lives within one mile of each other when it snows. Anyone with further questions may reach out to Maddy Brown using the email above, or by calling (413) 499-9371, extension 371.

Gloversville trio arrested in Walmart grand larceny

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Three Gloversville men were arrested and charged with grand larceny, and more, at a Walmart shopping center. Ernest Fancher III, 25, Joseph Intelisano, 62, and Kurtis Fuller, 25, each face several charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Sunday, around 7:28 p.m., deputies from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office responded to the Walmart Shopping Center in Amsterdam. Upon arrival, patrols saw a man who matched the description of a suspect fleeing the store on foot. A deputy told the man to stop running but he did not, initiating a foot chase. The suspect was chased through the Walmart parking lot, Taco Bell parking lot, State Highway 30, and was eventually caught and taken into custody. The man was identified as Fancher III. Duo arrested on firearm, drug charges after Schodack traffic stop When the deputy returned to his car, he was told by Walmart Asset Protection that two other men were aid...

Public hearing on Illinois gun ban at Caseyville Community Center

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

CASEYVILLE, Ill. - Illinois' ban on assault weapons takes center stage at a public hearing Monday morning.It bans guns classified as assault weapons, 15-round handgun magazines, and 10-round long-gun magazines. The legislation was proposed after a shooter used an AR-15-style rifle to kill seven people at a July 4th parade in Highland Park. Former Missouri teacher speaks out on OnlyFans account, made nearly $1 million Those who own one of the banned weapons before the law went into effect can keep them, but must submit an enforcement affidavit through their FOID card.

Mayor Tishaura Jones signing short-term rental bills today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Regulating short-term rentals is back on St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones plans Monday as she signs two bills.The board of aldermen gave final approval to the measures on Friday. Owners will now need permits to operate short-term rentals. They must also have a contact person available 24 hours a day in case of an emergency. Illinois AG blocks push for Metro East county to join Missouri Violators could have their permits revoked and face a $500 fine.

Joybird and Buck Mason in Cherry Creek, Livwell in DTC and more Denver business openings

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

Denver and its suburbs welcomed 14 new businesses — from retailers to law firms to franchises — over the past few months.• Furniture retailer Joybird opened a Denver showroom at 121 Clayton Lane in Cherry Creek at the end of the summer, selling customizable pieces.• Cannabis company LivWell Enlightened Health opened a dispensary in Denver Tech Center at 7795 E. Belleview Ave. as its 27th location in the state. “The booming areas of the Denver Tech Center and nearby Greenwood Village comprise one of the region’s most affluent and diverse populations,” said vice president of retail Rick Baughman. “Our DTC location has regular customers that run the gamut from seniors to young couples just starting out.”• Law firm Olson Grimsley Kawanabe Hinchcliff & Murray LLC, headquartered in Denver, launched in early September. Its five trial lawyers offer their services to plaintiffs as a public interest firm.• Financial services provider Apex Group op...

Want to cut down your own Christmas tree? Here’s how to apply.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 13:33:54 GMT

Leaves are falling and Thanksgiving is less than three weeks away, which means the season for cutting your own Christmas tree on public lands is fast approaching. If that’s a family tradition for you, it’s not too soon to start making plans.Golden Gate Canyon State Park has opened the application process for 250 permits which will be awarded randomly. Applicants who have been selected will be notified by email. Applications must be received online by Nov. 15. There is no cost to apply, but providing a credit card number is part of the application process, and those who are selected will be billed $35 for the permit. Tree cutting is scheduled to take place Dec. 2 in a designated area on the Nott Creek trail.“Not only is the tree cut a part of many Coloradans’ holiday tradition, but it also helps the park mitigate fire danger and thin the forest in a sustainable and thoughtful way,” park manager Todd Farrow said in a news release.Related ArticlesOutdoors ...