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Biden's dog bit Secret Service officers 10 times in four months: records

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden's dog Commander bit or otherwise attacked Secret Service personnel at least 10 times between October 2022 and January, including one incident that required a hospital visit by the injured law enforcement officer, according to records from the Department of Homeland Security.The conservative watchdog group Judicial Watch on Tuesday released nearly 200 pages of Secret Service records that it obtained through a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit. The group said it filed suit after the agency, a division of DHS, “failed to respond adequately” to its request last December for records about biting incidents involving the purebred German shepherd. The group said it filed the request after receiving a tip about Commander's behavior.Commander is the second dog of Biden's to behave aggressively, including biting Secret Service personnel and White House staff. They eventually sent the dog, a German shepherd named Major, to live with friends ...

Are we alone? House hearing seeks extraterrestrial explanations

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

As the House prepares to hear from a UFO whistleblower who claims the U.S. is concealing evidence of nonhuman craft, the question looms over members of Congress: Are we alone?Many members insist they have not seriously considered the question or are keeping their concern focused on national security risks from not knowing the cause of UFO sightings.But some members say they have seen enough to think that the unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAPs) — a more recent term for sightings of strange objects or effects in the sky — are of nonhuman extraterrestrial origin.“It’s either something extraterrestrial, or something extraterrestrial that they reverse-engineered,” Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.), a leader of Wednesday’s UAP hearing, said when asked about the possibility of the sightings being secret Chinese or Russian technology.Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) also said he thinks the UAPs were of nonhuman extraterrestrial origin.“Listen, God made a phenomenal planet with phenomenal people, e...

Wildfire in northeast Burnet County approximately 33 acres, fully contained

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

BURNET COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) -- Crews are fighting a wildfire in northeast Burnet County, near the Bell County line, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service website.The reported size of the fire was 33 acres and was fully contained shortly after 9 p.m. Tuesday, the agency said. Named the Happy Ridge Fire, it's burning an area between Oakalla and Briggs near Farm-to-Market Road 2657.Officials first reported the fire shortly after 4 p.m., according to the forest service.As of right now, the cause of the fire is undetermined, officials said.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

U.S. Rep. Greg Casar stages “thirst strike” to advocate for federally mandated water breaks in extreme heat

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

AUSTIN (The Texas Tribune) -- As outdoor workers in Texas battle extreme heat, U.S. Rep. Greg Casar, D-Austin, launched a daylong “thirst strike” in Washington, D.C., as he pushes for a federal workplace standard that would mandate water breaks for people whose jobs require them to work in the heat.“It’s challenging and it’s hot, but it’s not as hot as it is in Texas,” Casar said as he kicked off the event, during which he’ll forgo water for eight hours.On Tuesday morning, Casar was joined on the steps of the U.S. Capitol by other lawmakers, labor union members and activists.Many held up posters that read: “Working shouldn’t be a death sentence,” “Water breaks = basic rights” and “People over profit.”There are no federal or state standards that specifically protect workers from heat stress. And a recently passed Texas law will soon bar cities and counties from mandating that private employers offer paid water breaks. House Bill 2127 limits Texas cities and counties from creating rul...

Twins’ bullpen implodes in late innings in loss to Mariners, 9-7

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

When the Twins saw George Kirby last week, he shut them out for seven innings, allowing just four hits. Five batters into Tuesday night’s game, the Twins had already batted for the cycle against Seattle’s All-Star starter.Couple that with a strong seven-inning start from Pablo López, and it seemed as if the Twins were well on their way to their fifth straight win. But instead, the Twins, who mounted two comebacks in the previous nights, saw their bullpen implode late, giving up seven runs in two innings in a 9-7 loss to the Mariners on Tuesday night at Target Field.Things unraveled quickly for the Twins.The Mariners’ four-run eighth inning started with a pair of Jovani Moran walks. The next batter he faced, Cal Raleigh, doubled, ending Moran’s night without the lefty having retired a batter. Seattle grabbed its second run on the inning on a groundout and completed their furious comeback when Julio Rodríguez mashed an Emilio Pagán fastball to right for his second home run of the game...

Rotterdam researching legal options for migrant situation

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

ROTTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The Rotterdam Town Council passed a resolution to call on Schenectady County to stop accepting any more asylum seekers. Even though there are residents who want to help the new arrivals become Rotterdam residents, not everyone agrees.“The migrants should stay in New York City until they have a real home for them,” Rashad Rahim said. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Other residents still feel upset that the owner of Super 8 suddenly kicked out guests and long-term residents to make room for the asylum seekers.“I feel it was really wrong what happened to those people. I don’t think it was fair at all,” Gail Ristau said. “They didn’t have any notice. They had been staying there because they needed a place to go.”The Town Council is now working with a lawyer to research the next steps for possible legal actions.“We’re all just, you know, very frustrated,” Joe Mastroianni, Rotterdam Town Councilman, said. “...

Woman abducted in Aurora, endangered missing person alert issued

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

An endangered missing person alert was issued Tuesday night by the CBI for a woman who was forced into a vehicle in Aurora.Jessica Meise, 43, was last seen about 5:45 p.m. Tuesday being forced into a black 2008 Lincoln MKZ in the 26000 block of East Quincy Avenue, according to the alert posted at 7:56 p.m.The Lincoln, with Meise inside, is believed to be traveling on Interstate 70 in an unknown direction, authorities said.Meise was forcibly kidnapped, the alert said.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Woman accused of kidnapping three children in Louisiana is arrested in Aurora Crime and Public Safety | Arapahoe County sheriff obtains arrest warrant for father suspected of kidnapping his 4 children Crime and Public Safety | Thornton man kidnapped girl, then bound, gagged, sexually assaulted her, police say The CBI identified a suspect as Lance Foster, 43, a white male who is 5 feet, 10 inches tall and 190 pounds, with blue eyes. ...

Toddler kidnapped in stolen vehicle, man arrested in San Bernardino County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

A man was arrested after allegedly kidnapping a child in a stolen vehicle in San Bernardino County.The suspect was identified as Angel Perez, 27, from San Jacinto, by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department.On July 23, deputies responded to reports of a kidnapping on the 18800 block of 4th Street in Bloomington around 7:42 p.m.The child’s mother told deputies Perez, who is an estranged family member, arrived at her home and took her 5-year-old child along with her vehicle without permission.Perez fled the scene and authorities began searching the neighborhood. An AMBER Alert was activated for the kidnapped toddler.Multiple units took part in the search including sheriff's aviation and the sheriff's bloodhound. PA announcements from patrol units and assistance from additional local agencies also aided in the search. Woman assaulted on Orange County hiking trail, suspect at large During the search, Riverside County deputies in Jurupa Valley responded to reports of an “erratic...

Go inside a Haunted Mansion-inspired Airbnb

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

If you ever wondered what it would be like to spend the night in Disneyland's Haunted Mansion, here's your chance.An Airbnb listing for the Ghostly Retreat in Fullerton pays tribute to the fan-favorite attraction with Haunted Mansion-inspired décor, along with special sound, lighting and visual FX throughout the property.The Airbnb was listed by Jeff Schiefelbein, a production designer for film, television and amusement parks. Through his company, Sinister Pointe Productions, he has worked with Knott’s Scary Farm, Universal Studios Orlando and the Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor, among others.Guests can also dine with the Bride prop, similar to the one at Disneyland. (Jeff Schiefelbein)A photo of the gaming room at the property. (Jeff Schiefelbein)The scary, yet cozy, living room at the property. (Jeff Schiefelbein) The Hatbox ghost inspired area at the Airbnb. (Jeff Schiefelbein) A glimpse into the A glimpse into Leota inspired room. (Jeff Schiefelbein)The world of the Ravens Realm room a...

Naked motorist arrested following reports of shooting near Bay Bridge toll plaza

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:36:58 GMT

OAKLAND – Traffic on the Bay Bridge was snarled Tuesday afternoon when a naked motorist stopped her car near the toll plaza, got out and fired a pistol at other cars, according to the California Highway Patrol.Around 4:40 p.m., the CHP received a call about a motorist on eastbound Interstate 80 who was driving recklessly and brandishing a firearm, CHP Officer Andrew Barclay said.Witnesses reported seeing the same motorist stop on the Bay Bridge a short time later, leave her car with a knife and begin yelling at other drivers, Barclay said. She then got back into her car, drove past the toll plaza and got out of her car again.This time the motorist was naked and carrying a pistol, said Barclay, citing witness reports. She reportedly fired shots into the air before shooting at cars stopped behind her.There were no immediate reports of any injuries.CHP officers arrived to find the motorist walking eastbound on the right shoulder of the Interstate 880 transition ramp, Barclay said. They...