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Rep. George Santos won't seek reelection after scathing ethics report cites evidence of lawbreaking

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House Ethics committee in a scathing report Thursday said it has amassed “overwhelming evidence” of lawbreaking by Republican Rep. George Santos of New York that has been sent to the Justice Department, concluding flatly that he “cannot be trusted” after a monthslong investigation into his conduct.Shortly after the panel's report was released, Santos blasted it in a tweet on X as a “politicized smear” but said he would not be seeking reelection to a second term. He gave no indication he would step aside before his term ends next year, vowing to pursue his “conservative values in my remaining time in Congress.”But a renewed effort to expel him from the House was quickly launched. The House could vote on his expulsion as soon as it returns from the Thanksgiving holiday later this month.The panel said that Santos knowingly caused his campaign committee to file false or incomplete reports with the Federal Election Commission; used campaign funds...

Ed Burke trial resumes, opening statements expected

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

CHICAGO — After a week-long interruption because of Covid, the Ed Burke trial is set to resume Thursday.The judge in the high-profile case wants jury selection wrapped up by noon and opening statements to take place in the afternoon.One week ago, Judge Virginia Kendall announced this trial would be delayed after a defense attorney tested positive for Covid. On Thursday, she addressed all parties saying she hoped everyone was feeling well. The career of Ed Burke: Power personified One potential juror was excused after testing positive for Covid.Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke and his wife Anne arrived at the Dirksen Federal Building around 8 a.m.This is the second week of his high-profile corruption trial.He is charged with 14 counts of racketeering, bribery, and extortion. Prosecutors say he abused his public office for private gain, but withholding permits unless business owners used his private law firm for tax appeals – among other alleged schemes.Burke has pleaded not guilty...

Beware $2,500 offer to release cockroaches in your home: Officials

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — It's an offer generating a lot of buzz around the country: A pest-control website, that says it's based in Raleigh, North Carolina, offering $2,500 to a household willing to have about 100 live cockroaches released in their home. The offer, posted on the Pest Informer website, caught the attention of media outlets and websites across the world. But before you consider it, the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has a word of advice."Buyer beware," cautioned Victor Lennon, deputy director of the department's Structural Pest Control section.This isn't the first time Pest Informer has advertised a similar offer with a stated goal of testing pest control techniques. The website says the idea was first contemplated in 2022 — which is when the N.C. Department of Agriculture first looked into the website and its owner, who is listed as David Floyd. "We could not find any record of Mr. David Floyd or Pest Informer," said Lennon. "And we have...

Water line break in Pflugerville repaired, outages restored

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

PFLUGERVILLE, Texas (KXAN) — A water line break in southeast Pflugerville that caused outages for some residents was repaired.According to the city's social media, the following areas were affected: Gatlinburg, Cambridge Estates, Bohls Place, Impact Way and surrounding areas. Repairs started around 9:15 a.m. and were finished by 10:24 a.m., according to the city. Residents can get updates sent to their phones by subscribing to the Pflugerville Alerts general information group by texting PfGeneral to 38276.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

NY man accused of attacking officers amid rally calling for ceasefire in Washington, DC

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

NEW YORK (PIX11) – A Hudson Valley man was arrested in Washington, D.C. after he allegedly attacked police officers during a protest outside of the Democratic National Committee headquarters, according to Capitol Police. Ruben Arthur Camacho, 24, of Woodbridge, was charged with assault on a police officer. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Camacho allegedly slammed a police officer into a garage door and punched another officer in the face, according to authorities. Protesters allegedly moved trash cans in front of exits, pepper-sprayed officers, and tried to pick up a bike rack, according to authorities.The protest at the DNC was calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict, according to the Associated Press. If Not Now and Jewish Voice for Peace Action, the groups that organized the protest, accused Capitol Police of injuring over 90 protesters. Congress approves temporary funding and pushes the fight over the federa...

Queensbury woman accused of selling drugs

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Queensbury woman was arrested after a search warrant was executed at her apartment, with deputies finding a quantity of drugs and paraphernalia. Nicole Blanchard faces multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the Warren County Sheriff's Office, deputies have received several complaints regarding drug activity at Blanchard's Apartment on Burke Drive at the Montcalm Apartments. After executing a search warrant, deputies seized crack cocaine, psilocybin mushrooms, scales, packaging, and other drug paraphernalia to sell drugs, according to law enforcement.Charges:Third-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance with intent to sellFourth-degree criminal possession of a controlled substanceBlanchard was arraigned in Warren County CAP Court. She was released on her own recognizance.

New social service aid connects Warren County families

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Warren County communities from Glens Falls to Lake George and into the lower Adirondacks all have access to a new program reaching out to help children at difficult times. The county is joining up with a national program through an organization doing good work to the south. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Albany-based Justice for Orphans NY will serve as the Warren County area's local coordinator for CarePortal, a service that can help caseworkers around the county make sure that children get what they need when involved in social services care. Requests put into CarePortal go to local churches, which rally to make sure no need goes unmet.“This will be a great program to help families in Warren County," said Warren County Acting Social Services Commissioner Christina Mastrianni. "We are excited to see everyone pull together to meet our area’s children’s needs.”So far, Warren County requests through ...

Collinsville murder suspects held in custody until trial

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill — Two suspects accused of murder will be spending time in jail awaiting their trial. In July 2023, the Illinois Supreme Court decided to stop using cash bail. Since September 18, 2023, Illinois courts haven't used the cash bail system. Now, before a trial, an accused person can wait outside of jail for their trial under specific conditions instead of staying in custody.Carlose G. Mosley, 23, of Belleville, is set to remain in custody until his trial date. Madison County State’s Attorney, Tom Haine, filed a petition requesting Mosley's continued custody, citing concerns about public safety and flight risk due to the nature of his alleged crime. Associate Judge Ryan Jumper granted his petition.Charged with first-degree murder on Thursday, November 9, Mosley is accused in connection with the stabbing death of Tyrese L. Owens of Collinsville. Owens was discovered in a ditch near his home on Loop Street in Collinsville; he died due to a knife wound.Amario O. McGee, 22, ...

Dellwood man arrested for shooting a person walking down the street

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

DELLWOOD, Mo - A Dellwood man is arrested for shooting a person walking down the street. The police arrested Freddie Leopold, 29, from Dellwood, a suspect in the shooting, on November 14. He is being charged with assault. The judge set his bond as cash only at $100,000.Leopold shot a man while he was walking on the 1700 block of Foley Drive on November 14, 2023, according to a North County Police investigation. According to the police, Leopold shot the victim unprovoked.The officers found the victim at his home and saw a gunshot wound to his chest. The officers also saw that bullets had hit two homes down the street. Leopold's home had spent shell casings and unused ammunition near it. Leopold said he used a 10mm handgun, and the police took it from him.

San Bernardino man killed husky with machete, SBSD says

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:14:04 GMT

A San Bernardino man is behind bars and another man is sought after they allegedly tied a husky to a tree and killed it in Muscoy on Tuesday.Leobardo Martinez, 68, and another man are accused of tying up the dog after it "entered Martinez' property and allegedly killed his fowl," the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Office said in a news release. After tying it up, Martinez and the other man "struck it with a machete and large piece of wood until it died," authorities said.Martinez faces a charge of felony cruelty to animals and is being held at the West Valley Detention Center in lieu of $30,000 bail.He is due to appear in San Bernardino Superior Court Thursday afternoon.Investigators are working to identify the second man.Anyone with information is asked to contact the SBSD Central Station Detective Bureau at 909-387-3545. To remain anonymous, contact WeTip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to wetip.com.