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Marine veteran who fatally choked NYC subway rider Jordan Neely freed pending trial

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly two weeks after Daniel Penny, 24, placed an agitated Jordan Neely, 30, in a chokehold—killing Neely and sparking national outrage as video of the encounter went viral—Penny surrendered on a manslaughter charge. The U.S. Marine veteran was freed pending trial hours after turning himself in at a police station and appearing in court to answer criminal charges on Friday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Penny did not enter a plea in the May 1 death of Neely, a New York City subway passenger and former subway performer with a history of mental illness. His death prompted protests, while others embraced Penny as a vigilante hero. His lawyers have said he was acting in self-defense. Lawyers for Neely's family said Neely wasn’t harming anyone and didn’t deserve to die. An autopsy ruled Neely's death a homicide due to compression of the neck.“Jordan Neely should still be alive today," Manhattan District Attorn...

Panthers score 14 giving Mike Lilac career win 400

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

HOOSICK FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Mike Lilac eclipsed 400 career wins in the Panther's 14-4 win over Waterford Halfmoon Thursday night. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Hoosick Falls got things going by getting runners on base in the bottom of the first, and then Ryan Spark blasted a two-run double to deep right giving the Panther's a 2-0 lead. They scored again before the frame was over to extend it to three.Waterford punched back in the next frame. They got a runner at third, and Josh Catanzarita blasted a shot up to center, allowing Nate Griner to score one of their three runs in the inning that tied the game. Boice’s walk-off propels Greenwich softball to Wasaren League Championship After that, the Panther's offense punched back, scoring eight runs in the bottom of the third to regain the lead, and led 11-3. Hoosick was able to plate three more runs to win and secure coach Lilac's 400th career win.

Starving horses rescued from rural Missouri property

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

UNION, Mo. -- Four starving horses were rescued by the Humane Society of Missouri’s Animal Cruelty Task Force from a neglectful owner. The Greene County Sherriff’s Office served a warrant to the property's owner in Fair Grove, Missouri. Four mares with overgrown hooves, emaciated bodies, and parasites were removed from the property. They were taken to Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, Mo. for rehabilitation.Longmeadow Rescue Ranch serves as Missouri’s largest resource for horse and farm animal rescue and rehabilitation. A veterinarian is examining the horses to determine treatment plans. A farrier will also be trimming their hooves to help increase their mobility. Moving past controversy, Anheuser-Busch plans to recover losses The Humane Society of Missouri is trying to gain formal custody of the animals. A court hearing is scheduled for May 31 on the matter. Once the horses are healthy, they will be placed for adoption. It is still not clear how long the healing process may take....

Find a dryer sheet in your mailbox? This is why

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- If you find a dryer sheet in your mailbox, it's not a prank. Postal workers use it to prevent getting stung by wasps while delivering mail. This is because wasps often build nests in mailboxes, and opening the box can disturb them, resulting in painful stings. By placing a dryer sheet inside the mailbox, the scent deters the wasps from building their nest there."We’ve found that they hate scented dryer sheets. If we encounter a box that is a problem for nests, we’ll often put one in there and it does the trick. Moving past controversy, Anheuser-Busch plans to recover losses So please, if you one day randomly see a dryer sheet at the back of your mailbox, just know that your carrier more than likely put it there to deter these Satanic creatures from building their home in it," writes one postal carrier on Reddit. However, if there is already a nest inside the mailbox, it needs to be removed immediately by a professional. If you suspect a wasp infestation in your mailbo...

Video released after Illinois trooper hurt, suspect killed in gunfire exchange

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

MT. VERNON, Ill. - An Illinois trooper was hurt, and a man was killed in an exchange of gunfire near Mt. Vernon earlier this week. Illinois State Police released video of the incident on Friday. **WARNING: Viewer discretion advised for video, provided by Illinois State Police** The shootings happened around 3 a.m. Tuesday on eastbound I-64 at milepost 72. According to a report from the ISP Division of Internal Investigation, a trooper stopped to assist two people stranded along the shoulder. The trooper spoke with Brandon Griffin and Christine Santos. A second trooper arrived a short time later. Trending Story: Kirkwood High School’s yearbook raises concerns from others During the ordeal, Illinois State Police claim Griffin and a trooper got into an altercation. A video shows troopers using a taser on Griffin just moments before he reportedly grabbed a gun from the car. The video shows Griffin firing shots in the direction of both troopers and striking one. The other trooper then ...

Jamie Foxx is 'out of the hospital' and 'recuperating', daughter says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

Actor Jamie Foxx is "out of the hospital" and "recuperating" after suffering "a medical complication" in April, according to his daughter Corinne Foxx. The Oscar winner's daughter took to her Instagram stories to clear the air after multiple reports stated that "loved ones were preparing for the worst" because Foxx was allegedly not doing well. She reposted one of the reports with a response that slammed the rumor. "Sad to see how the media runs wild. My dad has been out of the hospital for weeks, recuperating," Corinne's Instagram story read. "In fact, he was playing pickleball yesterday!"She then thanked everyone for their "prayers and support" and revealed some big news is coming soon. "We have an exciting work announcement coming next week too!" the final sentence of the post read. About a month ago, Foxx fell ill and was hospitalized in Atlanta. It has not been revealed what caused his medical emergency.On April 12, Corinne posted to Instagram alerting the public of her father’...

Knott's Berry Farm announces re-opening date for Soak City

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

Knott’s Berry Farm will open its Soak City waterpark for the summer season on May 20, the theme park announced on Thursday.Single-day admission tickets start at $49.99 and can be purchased on the theme park website. Frequent visitors can also buy a season pass to enjoy unlimited visits to the popular waterpark. Knott’s Berry Farm reimplements chaperone policy that was enacted due to fights From May 19 until Sept. 4, parkgoers can enjoy other summer activities at Knott’s, including visiting the newly refurbished Fiesta Village area, playing games along the Boardwalk, or participating in the immersive adventure Ghost Town Alive during the day.Guests can also enjoy the classic and unique summer dishes at the park with the Flavors of Summer tasting card.Knott’s Soak City will be open on select dates from May 20 until Sept. 10.

Female Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Bus on North Hacienda Boulevard [La Puente, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

Woman Killed in School Bus Collision near Fairgrove AvenueLA PUENTE, CA (May 12, 2023) – Monday afternoon, a female pedestrian was fatally struck by a bus on North Hacienda Boulevard.Authorities responded to the scene around 2:30 p.m., at the intersection of N. Hacienda Boulevard and Fairgrove Avenue.At this time, the events leading up to the collision remain unclear. However, reports indicate that a school bus struck a female pedestrian in the area.Medics arrived and pronounced the woman dead at the scene. Although, authorities have not yet released her name or place of residency.Photos from the scene show a bus stopped near the intersection with debris in front of it. It was also unknown if any students were occupying the bus at the time.An active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to the family o...

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Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

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From Passion to a Real Business – An Interview With Content Creator, Maria Velniceriu

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:37:15 GMT

Content creation can be a thrilling journey, filled with unending opportunities for self-expression and community building. Maria Velniceriu, a powerhouse blogger, photographer, and content creator with over seven years in marketing, knows this all too well. The creative genius behind the successful online brand, Missmv, Maria has made quite a splash in the digital landscape. We recently caught up with her for an intimate chat about her journey.Q: Maria, you’ve carved an impressive path for yourself. How did your love affair with blogging begin?MV: I actually started blogging purely as a hobby in 2017. I was posting content on social media, but mysteriously, some of it kept getting removed. Frustrated, I decided to create my own space where I could voice my thoughts freely and connect with my audience without any barriers. That’s when I started my own blog.Q: We know that every journey has its ups and downs. Can you talk us through some you faced while building your online publicati...