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Biden’s push for Ukraine aid stalls in Senate as negotiations over border restrictions drag on

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s push to have Congress replenish wartime aid for Ukraine as part of a deal on border and immigration policy changes will almost certainly drag into next year.The Senate, which had postponed its holiday recess, returned to Washington on Monday after negotiators worked through the weekend on the border legislation, trying to reach an agreement that could unlock the Republican votes for Biden’s $110 billion package of aid for Ukraine, Israel and other security priorities.But senators said they still had plenty of work ahead, and it remained uncertain how many more days the Senate will remain in session this week. Barely half of the senators returned for a Monday evening vote.“Obviously we need time,” said Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut, the top Democratic negotiator.The delay heaps more uncertainty on the future of the Biden administration’s priority of providing support against Russia’s invasion. It also puts a potential pause on po...

A group representing TikTok, Meta and X sues Utah over strict new limits on app use for minors

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A trade group that represents TikTok and other major tech companies sued Utah on Monday over its first-in-the-nation laws requiring children and teens to obtain parental consent to use social media apps.Two laws signed in March by Republican Gov. Spencer Cox will prohibit minors from using social media between the hours of 10:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. unless authorized by a parent — and require age verification to open and maintain a social media account in the state.The restrictions are designed to protect children from targeted advertisements and addictive features that could negatively impact their mental health. Both laws take effect March 1, 2024.The NetChoice trade group argues in its federal lawsuit that although Utah’s regulations are well-intentioned, they are unconstitutional because they restrict access to public content, compromise data security and undermine parental rights.“We are fighting to ensure that all Utahns can embrace digital tools without th...

Mississippi local officials say human error and poor training led to election-day chaos

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The county election officials under whose watch ballot shortages hampered voting in Mississippi’s largest county said technical mishaps and insufficient training were to blame for election day chaos in November. At a meeting with representatives from a coalition of statewide and national civil rights organizations, Hinds County election commissioners said Monday that their mishaps caused several polling locations in Hinds County to run out of ballots. They admitted to sharing the wrong voter data with the company they contracted to print ballots, which directly led to the ballot shortages. “Complete human error. I hate that the citizens of Hinds County had to experience that,” said Commissioner RaToya Gilmer McGee.But the commissioners, all Democrats, also pointed to what they said was inadequate guidance from Secretary of State Michael Watson, a Republican. The commissioners said they had to rely on a training manual written for election officials across the s...

Spinach sold in 7 states recalled over listeria fears

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Fresh Express is recalling spinach distributed to seven states because it may contain listeria, according to the Food and Drug Administration.While there have not yet been reports of illness, Fresh Express launched the limited recall after Florida Department of Agriculture registered a positive result during a routine test for listeria.The pre-packaged greens were sold in 8-ounce Fresh Express bags, as well as 9-ounce bags under the Publix brand name. Air fryers sold at Walmart, Target, Kohls recalled Listeria, which can cause serious and even fatal infections in young children or people with weakened immune systems, generally causes symptoms including fever, headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Among pregnant women, however, listeria can cause a miscarriage or stillbirth.ProductSizeUPCBag CodeUse-byDistribution StatesFresh Express Spinach8 oz. 0 71279 13204 4G332Dec 15, 2023AL, FL, GA, NC, VAPublix Spinach9 oz.0 41415 00886 1G332Dec 14, 2023AL, FL...

Chicago man charged in connection with crime spree in Loop

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

CHICAGO — A Chicago man is facing a slew of charges in connection with a string of crimes that unfolded in the Loop in early December.According to Chicago police, 24-year-old Terry Ivory, a Belmont Cragin resident, is facing several felony charges including one count of robbery of a victim 60 or older or with a handicap, one count of aggravated battery of a victim 60 or older, two counts of attempted aggravated vehicular hijacking of a victim 60 or older or with a handicap, one count of aggravated battery with great bodily harm, and one count of theft less than $500. 5 charged in connection with retail thefts around DuPage County Authorities say the charges stem from a string of crimes that allegedly unfolded over a period of about 24 hours between Dec. 1 and 2.According to police, it all started with an alleged theft in the 200 block of North State Street just after 7:10 p.m. on Dec. 1.Officers say the next day, at 12:25 p.m. Ivory allegedly battered and attempted to carjack a 61...

'Big Bang Theory' actress is cancer-free after surgery

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

(WJW) – Actress and Comedian Kate Micucci, well known for her roles on “The Big Bang Theory” and “Raising Hope,” announced Saturday that she is now cancer-free. The 43-year-old posted her health update on TikTok after she announced publicly on the same platform that she went through lung cancer surgery one week prior.“They caught it really early,” Micucci said in the Dec. 8 video. “It’s pretty weird because I’ve never smoked a cigarette in my life. So, you know, it was a surprise, but also, I guess it happens.”In a video posted on the platform on Saturday, Micucci shared that her surgery went well. James McCaffrey, ‘Max Payne’ voice actor and ‘Rescue Me’ star, dead at 65 "I have great news, which is that I am cancer-free!" she said. "The surgery last week went great. All the reports came back that it worked, I don’t need to do any other treatment. So big thank you to all my doctors and nurses and everyone who took just, really great care of me. And thanks to figuring it out ...

Off the Beaten Path: Cheesecake Machismo

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - For almost two decades, Cheesecake Machismo has been making a name for itself around the world for its award-winning cheesecakes. Known for selling out before closing time, customers will line up outside their door prior to opening to score a cheesecake. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! "Nothing has ever been written down so we don’t really measure, well there’s certain things you measure, but it’s all made to texture so it’s more of an artistry than following a recipe,” said Lynn Beaumont.Due to popularity, they don’t take orders. There’s also a limit on how much you can order: 12 slices or one whole cake. Off the Beaten Path: Robert Frost Stone House Museum Cheesecake Machismo is located at 293 Hamilton Street in Albany. The shop is open Wednesday-Saturday from noon - 8 p.m.

Westbound Interstate 70 closed in Glenwood Canyon for a crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

Westbound Interstate 70 in Glenwood Canyon is closed due to a crash, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.The closure was reported at 6:39 p.m. at exit 125 for Hanging Lake. Drivers should expect delays due to the closure, according to CDOT.This is a developing story.Get more Colorado news by signing up for our Mile High Roundup email newsletter.

Football recruiting: CU Buffs get commitment from Houston NT Chidozie Nwankwo, lose OL transfer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

Chidozie Nwankwo is planning to reunite with some of his Houston teammates in Boulder.On Monday, the former Houston starting nose tackle announced that he is planning to transfer to Colorado and play for head coach Deion Sanders.Nwankwo made his announcement on Instagram Live. On his video, he made a phone call and said, “Who is this?”“This is Coach Prime,” Sanders said.With that, Nwankwo, wearing a CU sweatshirt, announced his decision.“I’m glad to be a part of the program, coach,” he said to Sanders.Coach Prime responded, “I can’t wait to see what God has in store for you. The sky is the limit. (Defensive line coach Sal Sunseri) can’t wait to get on the field and get down with you.”Nwankwo is the second former Houston starter to commit to CU this month, along with guard Tyler Johnson. Former Houston running back Alton McCaskill IV recently completed his first season at CU after playing for the Cougars with Johnson and Nwankwo.Just as he was making his announcement, however, the Bu...

Man arrested in road rage shooting that killed 4-year-old was recently jailed

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:17:49 GMT

LANCASTER, Calif. - Like many young boys, Gor Adamyan loved toy trucks, stuffed animals and, of course, his family. Now, that family is preparing to say goodbye while the two people accused of murdering Gor in a senseless road rage case sit in jail.Authorities say Gor, 4, was seated in the backseat of his family’s car as they drove in the area of Sierra Highway and East Avenue J in Lancaster around 7:30 p.m. on Friday on their way to pick up groceries.Another driver first cut them off, then proceeded to chase the family through city streets, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.The driver eventually pulled up next to the Adamyan’s vehicle and began shooting, striking Gor in the upper torso, authorities said. His father and mother immediately drove him to a hospital where he died from his wounds.Gor Adamyan is seen in an image posted to a GoFundMe page.“The family right now is totally devastated. They’re confused, in and out of awareness … and in disbelief that th...