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Abducted Ithaca woman killed in Virginia shootout, police say

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

TRIANGLE, Va. (AP/WETM) — A woman who police say was abducted by her child's father from her New York home has died following a shootout with police on the side of a northern Virginia highway.The man who allegedly abducted her was also shot and suffered life-threatening injuries, police said. After the shootout, police found the woman dead outside the vehicle with a gunshot wound. According to New York State Police, her cause of death is under investigation and an autopsy is scheduled for Thursday. Police looking for abducted woman from Ithaca New York State Police said a witness reported seeing a man forcing Tatiana David of Ithaca, NY into an SUV on her 34th birthday, April 5. Police said the man was 34-year-old Michael Davis of North Chesterfield, Virginia.Just before 9:30 p.m., the vehicle was seen crossing into Virginia. Virginia State Police said Thursday that a trooper spotted a Jeep Cherokee on Wednesday night on southbound Interstate 95 near Springfield. Police in New Yor...

Heroic actions by DGS employees save over a dozen in Grand St. fire

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Wednesday's fire on Grand Street in Albany caused 15 people to lose their homes. No one was injured though, thanks to the work of some brave employees at the Department of General Services. “By the time we turned the corner the fire was all the way up, it was like a chain reaction so fast," Kenneith Carter said. "At that time, I’m just proceeding calmly to the situation, you know, it’s a fire, but then I heard the children screaming and all that and my fight or flight kicked in.”  Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! That fight or flight response is what led Carter to save over a dozen lives. He was working the night shift with the Department of General Services when he and his coworker saw multiple apartment buildings engulfed in flames on Grand St. He quickly went to work waking people up and evacuating the building. “It came from me banging on the door to me hearing voices to me knowing the fire is ea...

Police search for 'armed and dangerous' St. Louis County suspect

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

FENTON, Mo. -- St. Louis County Police are asking for the public's help to find a suspect they say is armed and dangerous. He was involved in a violent gas station robbery and a suburban home burglary.St. Louis County suspectThe suspect is described by police as a white male, approximately 50 years of age, 5’6” to 5’7”, 150 lbs. He was last seen wearing a blue flannel shirt or jacket with a black t-shirt and khaki pants. He may be armed with a gun stolen from the home burglary. Police say that he recently shaved his head. Top Story: Five people in one trailer died when a tornado sucked it away Officers were called to the Phillips 66 in the 900 block of South Highway Drive in Fenton to investigate a robbery at around 8:40 p.m. on April 1, 2023. They found the store clerk, a 35-year-old woman, suffering from a head injury. Police believe that the suspect struck the woman in the head and then stole lotto tickets from the store.The same suspect is believed to have broken into a St. Lo...

Traffic stalled, I-70 shut down after crash near Jennings

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Interstate 70 is shut down and eastbound traffic is stalled near Jennings Station Road after a crash Thursday morning. MoDOT reports that the highway is closed temporarily in the eastbound directions before Jennings Station Road. Traffic is also slowed down in the westbound lanes amid the response. Top Story: Five people in one trailer died when a tornado sucked it away Authorities have not yet disclosed any injuries in the crash or what led up to it. Drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes. This is a developing story. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.

Vladimir Tarasenko returns to St. Louis for first time since trade

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS - One of the most accomplished players in St. Louis Blues history returns to the Enterprise Center for the first time as an opponent.Vladimir Tarasenko and the New York Rangers pay a visit to St. Louis for one of their final tuneups before NHL playoffs. The Blues traded Tarasenko to the Rangers on Feb. 9 after an 11-year run in St. Louis. Trending: What needs to happen for the Battlehawks to make XFL playoffs? A 2019 Stanley Cup champion, Tarasenko ranks among the top five Blues for goals (262), points (553) and numerous other offensive categories. Prior to the trade, St. Louis made playoffs in nine of their ten seasons with Tarasenko. Tarasenko has helped the Rangers with seven goals and 10 assists in 27 games since his arrival, though his scoring production is a bit down from his career norms in St. Louis. Several players and head coach Craig Berube look ahead to the macthup with Tarasenko. "A lot of good memories with him," said Colton Parayko. "Just down-to-earth in...

Student dragged from Colorado Capitol during gun law protest; lawmakers seek inquiry

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

The removal of a student from a legislative viewing area of the state Capitol on Wednesday — which some lawmakers say included an unnecessary and disproportionate level of force — is prompting an investigation by Colorado House of Representatives leadership.Videos posted on social media and shared with the Denver Post showed Colorado State Patrol officers lifting a student from his chair and hauling him out of a public viewing space of the House of Representatives. It also showed a staff member forcing a standing student into his chair.“Students are demanding we act to prevent gun violence, but they shouldn’t have to come to the Capitol to protest for their lives,” House Speaker Julie McCluskie, a Dillon Democrat, said in a statement. “I am concerned with the response to the protest in the House Gallery. From what we have seen, it was clearly disproportionate to the students’ actions. We are calling for an investigation into the response and will take t...

Exploring the Future of Web3 with Ananteshwar Singh of Expand My Business

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

When I consider the future of Web3 enterprises, blockchain appears to be the most promising use case. Applications such as supply chain security orchestration within the context of a tree seem to be the most promising. As for crypto and Bitcoin, I believe the industry is still in a phase where it is determining the best use cases for commercialization concerning customers.The industry is also experiencing a trust deficit, and companies are figuring out how to make the best use of the use cases offered by various businesses for modalities like loyalty programs, customer benefits, and rewards. I would say that the industry is in its infancy, and everyone is trying to determine its future.I can see many use cases for your company. Can you describe them one by one and explain the use case for an NFT marketplace in your company?Our business focuses on development work for clients who are looking to outsource projects and don’t have in-house expertise. We are witnessing many companies and...

Bass, Rodriguez unveil plans for potholes after record-setting rains in Los Angeles

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

After months of heavy rains, many Southern California roads are showing signs of wear and tear.Potholes have been causing issues for drivers since the storms began arriving last November. In a few weeks of January alone, nearly 3,000 potholes were reported in Los Angeles. Potholes emerging everywhere following storms; here’s how you can get reimbursed for repairs In some cases, sinkholes have opened, including underneath roadways. In Chatsworth, a sinkhole swallowed two cars in January, injuring a mother and daughter.On Thursday, Mayor Karen Bass and Councilmember Monica Rodriguez unveiled their plans to fix the road hazards.Part of that plan involves city employees driving around the city and searching proactively for potholes, in addition to fixing those reported by the public."We absolutely need to solve the problem," Bass said. "I think Angelenos need to be on the lookout ... This is not just a problem of potential damage to your car, but you could certainly be injured as well...

Changing Trains: David Bowie in the Soviet Union at the Wende

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

How exactly did David Bowie end up on a lengthy train trip through the Soviet Union in 1973? And who gave him a 16mm film camera, even though he definitely was not supposed to be filming, especially in Moscow? And who is the cheeky friend behind the lens capturing Bowie in moments from the introspective to the exuberant, hung-over, and inspired?Leee Black Childers: Geoff MacCormack & David Bowie at the May Day Parade in Red Square, 1973 (Courtesy the artist)Geoff MacCormack, also known by the stage name Warren Peace, had been friends with David Bowie (David Jones as was) since they were 8 years old — a friendship which ,as they got older and the ‘60s went into overdrive, was increasingly defined by a shared love of music. In 1973, Bowie rang his friend and drafted him into his backing band, the Spiders from Mars. After three years of song, drums and dance on stage and adventure off it, plus six albums, five tours and a feature film, MacCormack had a devastatingly unique photogra...

Archbishop Mitty basketball star Morgan Cheli commits to UConn

Published Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:02:25 GMT

Archbishop Mitty junior Morgan Cheli announced on Thursday that she will play college basketball for legendary coach Geno Auriemma at the University of Connecticut.Cheli is one of the top players in the Class of 2024.She had offers from schools such as Stanford, South Carolina and UCLA.Cheli, a 6-foot-2 point guard in Mitty’s lineup, missed much of this past season because of a foot injury but returned down the stretch to help the San Jose school capture its third consecutive Northern California Open Division championship and come oh-so-close to winning the program’s first Open Division state title.The Monarchs lost to Etiwanda 69-67 at the buzzer. Cheli had 24 points, six rebounds, five assists and four steals in state title game.“I have been blessed to have so many people in my life that have helped me pursue my basketball dreams,” wrote Cheli, who played on the United States under-17 national team last summer. “My amazing family has supported and ins...