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Multiple issues facing court ahead of October hearings in Delphi case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

After a whirlwind month of court filings and reports of an evidence leak, a judge will convene a hearing Thursday in the Delphi murder case.Richard Allen is charged with two counts of murder in the February 2017 deaths of Abby Williams and Libby German near the Monon High Bridge in Delphi. Delphi murder suspect’s next hearing to be held in different county Indiana State Police announced Allen’s arrest nearly a year ago. The key piece of evidence is an unspent bullet found at the crime scene that prosecutors claim was ejected from a handgun owned by Allen.The case is scheduled to go to trial in January 2024, but Thursday’s hearing could provide some insight into whether it will be able to proceed on schedule.13-year-old Abby Williams and 14-year-old Libby German. (Credit: Family)Last week, Special Judge Fran Gull called for the Oct. 19 hearing in Allen County, saying the purpose of the proceeding was to discuss an upcoming Oct. 31 hearing and “other matters which have recently aris...

New species of shark discovered in Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

CAVE CITY, Ky. (WDKY) — Researchers discovered a new shark species in a layer of rock at Mammoth Cave National Park.On Wednesday, the park announced the petal-toothed shark was found inside the Ste. Genevieve Formation rock layer at the park. The new species, the petalodont or strigilodus tollesonae, is described as having several small spoon-like teeth.“We are excited to finally announce the discovery of our first new shark species at Mammoth Cave on NFD (National Fossil Day),” said Superintendent Barclay Trimble. “Teams of geologists, paleontologist, park staff, and volunteers have been hard at work deep inside the cave identifying and collecting fossils since the paleontological resources inventory began in 2019. Their important research allows us to better understand the scope, significance, distribution, and management issues associated with the fossil record found within Mammoth Cave.” 5 repeat toy finalists for Hall of Fame to get yet another chance at winning Mammoth ...

San Marcos settles lawsuit over law enforcement response to 2020 'Trump Train' incident

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

SAN MARCOS, Texas (The Texas Tribune) -- San Marcos police officers and professional staff must receive training on responding to political violence and voter intimidation and ways to develop community trust as part of a legal settlement approved Tuesday over a 2020 incident in which a caravan of Trump supporters were accused of harassing a Biden campaign bus as it drove on Interstate 35.The city will also pay $175,000 to four individuals on the bus: former state Sen. Wendy Davis, who was running for Congress at the time; former Biden campaign staffer David Gins; campaign volunteer Eric Cervini; and bus driver Timothy Holloway. They accused San Marcos law enforcement in a 2021 lawsuit of ignoring multiple requests for a police escort as they traveled on I-35 from San Antonio to Austin days before the 2020 presidential election. They said they were surrounded by the Trump supporters who allegedly drove dangerously close to the bus while honking and shouting, forcing it to slow t...

Twins position breakdown: starting pitching

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

After acquiring Pablo López in January via trade, the Twins headed into the 2023 season believing they had assembled a strong starting pitching staff with enough depth to sustain them even with inevitable injuries along the way.They were proven correct.The Twins were carried to a division title in large part by their starting pitching, which had a collective 3.82 earned-run average, a mark that was second in the major leagues and first in the American League. López and Sonny Gray, both all-stars this year, topped a rotation that was one of the Twins’ best in recent memory.2023 RECAPThe Twins came into spring training with six starting pitchers — López, Gray, Joe Ryan, Tyler Mahle, Kenta Maeda and Bailey Ober — competing for five spots in the rotation.Ober was optioned to Triple-A St. Paul to begin the year, but he wasn’t there long — April injuries on consecutive days to Maeda and Mahle opened the door for Ober and rookie Louie Varland to step into the rotation. Mahle’s injury wound...

Albany County: Over 6K tickets issued for passing stopped school buses in 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- National School Bus Safety Week runs from October 16 to 20. The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) uses the week to remind drivers to stop and wait when they encounter a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing and stop sign extended.  Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "Illegally passing school buses is a chronic problem in our state that puts students in serious danger," said DMV Commissioner Mark J.F. Schroeder. “Parents should not have to fear for their children’s safety because of a driver’s reckless behavior."In the Capital Region, school buses in some districts have equipped stop-arm cameras to catch drivers that pass the stopped buses. However, those cameras do not always deter cars from illegally passing the school buses. Albany County ramping up efforts for school bus safety In Albany County, the South Colonie Central School District, Bethlehem Central School District, and...

Pittsfield Police seek help identifying suspect accused of using stolen credit card

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- The Pittsfield Police Department is seeking public assistance in a stolen credit card fraud case. According to the police, an unknown male used a stolen credit card at a local jewelry store. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Westfield Police Department and Southwick Police Department are attempting to identify the same suspect for similar crimes. Anyone with information is asked to message the Pittsfield Police Facebook page.

Women's Health Wednesday: Breast Reconstruction Surgery

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For women who have surgery as part of their breast cancer treatment, breast reconstruction can be used to rebuild the shape and look of their chest. There are several types of reconstructive surgery but the two main types are implant reconstruction and tissue (flap) reconstruction. According to the American Cancer Society, sometimes the procedures are used together to rebuild a breast and often times the process means more than one operation. In today's Women's Health Wednesday, Dr. Benjamin Schalet, MD, a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Albany Medical Center, talks about the process women may go through and how to know if reconstruction surgery is the best course of treatment.

Ganesvoort man arrested in connection to two robberies

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

GANESVOORT, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Ganesvoort man was arrested in connection to two armed robberies that took place in Glens Falls on January 10. Joshua Heym, 28, faces several charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Glens Falls Police say two separate armed robberies took place in the early morning hours on Larose Street in Glens Falls, just minutes apart. Police say Heym is accused of walking up to victims, displaying a gun, and demanding money. Police say detectives worked with the New York State Division of Parole and were able to obtain information relating to Heym, leading to his arrest. Charges:Second-degree robbery (two counts)Third-degree criminal possession of a weapon (two counts)Second-degree menacing (two counts) SP: Bennington man recklessly shot firearm after argument Heym was arrested and held on a New York State Parole warrant. He was arraigned on Wednesday in Glens Falls City Court and turned over the the New Y...

New York Times praises City Museum's playground and arts scene

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

ST. LOUIS - One of St. Louis' top attractions earns a rave review from the New York Times for its giant playground and growing arts scene. If you drive around Downtown St. Louis, it's hard to miss the City Museum. The yellow school bus on the rooftop, a castle in the parking lot, and a variety of climbing stages and slides give it major appeal. When should Missouri expect the first snow? The New York Times says all of these outdoor features offer a family-friendly environment and set the stage for a strong arts landscape. It's a topic that former St. Louis Post-Dispatch writer Valeria Schremp Hahn dives deeper into with a NYT feature titled "At an All-Ages Playground, an Art Collection Grows."Over the last decade, City Museum has invested in nearly $3.4 million of contemporary art and Louis Sullivan-designed architectural pieces, per the NYT report. Some newly-added forms of art are even interactive for children as well. For instance: Children can play “I Spy” with two glass-bloc...

WATCH: Broncos gear up for critical two-week stretch leading up to NFL trade deadline

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:32:26 GMT

On the latest edition of the 1st & Orange Podcast, Broncos beat reporters Parker Gabriel and Ryan McFadden break down what’s setting up to be an active trade deadline for the Broncos. They also talk through a bad Thursday night for Russell Wilson, potential ramifications going forward and what to expect this weekend when Sean Payton’s team hosts Green Bay.WATCHLISTENRelated ArticlesDenver Broncos | Broncos roundtable: What do you make of this theoretical Jerry Jeudy trade to Green Bay? Denver Broncos | Broncos coach Sean Payton says run game must be part of offense’s DNA. So what’s happened so far this season? Denver Broncos | Broncos Mailbag: How many players is Denver going to deal before the NFL’s trade deadline? Denver Broncos | Keeler: Broncos coach Sean Payton, we’re begging you. Less Jerry Jeudy. More Marvin Mims Jr. Denver Broncos | Broncos’ lack of conti...