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DOJ urges court to reject Trump effort to toss election interference case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

(The Hill) — The Department of Justice (DOJ) vociferously urged the court to reject an effort from former President Trump to toss his election interference charges, arguing his status as a president while seeking to block the transfer of power offers no immunity from prosecution.The 54-page brief comes after Trump earlier this month asked the judge overseeing the case to toss the charges, arguing he is protected by presidential immunity.“That novel approach to immunity would contravene the fundamental principle that ‘[no] man in this country is so high that he is above the law.’ The defendant is not above the law. He is subject to the federal criminal laws like more than 330 million other Americans, including Members of Congress, federal judges, and everyday citizens,” the DOJ wrote in the Thursday brief. McCarthy scolds Gaetz in GOP meeting: ‘Sit your a-- down’ “None of the sources the defendant points to in his motion — the Constitution’s text and structure, history an...

More than 60 supercars featured at F1 event

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Formula 1 is making its return to the Circuit of the Americas this weekend, and on Wednesday night, Austinites got to get into the spirit by checking out exotic cars.More than 60 cars were displayed at the nightclub Superstition ATX Wednesday night.Several automakers were featured, including Lamborghini, Corvette and Rolls Royce. The event also featured speakers, including Formula 1 driver AJ Alsup.The event was part of a final lead-up to the big race this weekend."We wanted to really just turn this week before F1, and the months leading up to Formula 1 in Austin into a festival for people that are in love with the sport and passionate about Formula 1," Anand Clemens, event coordinator with Austin Supercars and Exotic, said.Not only was it a way to show off some cool cars and get people ready for the big race, the event also benefited the Make-a-Wish Foundation.This weekend's Formula 1 race is set for Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Circuit of the Americas.

Biden says support for Israel and Ukraine is ‘vital’ for US security, will ask Congress for billions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden declared it is “vital for America’s national security” for Israel and Ukraine to succeed in their wars, making the case Thursday night for deepening U.S. involvement in two unpredictable foreign conflicts as he prepared to ask for billions of dollars in military assistance for both countries.If international aggression is allowed to continue, Biden said in a rare Oval Office address, “conflict and chaos could spread in other parts of the world.”“Hamas and Putin represent different threats,” Biden said. “But they share this in common. They both want to completely annihilate a neighboring democracy.”He said he would send an urgent funding request to Congress, which is expected to be $105 billion for the next year. The proposal, which will be unveiled on Friday, includes $60 billion for Ukraine, much of which is for replenishing U.S. weapons stockpiles that have already been provided.There’s $14 billion for Israel, $10 billion for huma...

St. Louis man convicted in 2020 I-70 killing

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A St. Louis man was convicted Thursday for fatally shooting a man while the two were riding in the same car on Interstate 70.The shooting happened around 2 a.m. on May 15, 2020, on westbound I-70 near West Florissant Avenue.Brian Williams and Leonard Ward were riding in a vehicle driven by a friend, Edouard Claypool. Williams and Ward got into a verbal argument. At some point, Williams, who was in the backseat, produced a gun and shot Ward in the head three times.Ward died immediately. He was 53. His body was later found along an off-ramp from I-70 to West Florissant. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW Prosecutors said Williams admitted that he killed Ward and tossed the gun as he ran from police.Williams, now 59, waived his right...

Two-time gold medalist, CU Buffs legend Burdie Haldorson dies

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

Colorado men’s basketball legend Burdette “Burdie” Haldorson starred for the Buffaloes in the 1950s and won two Olympic gold medals. (Photo courtesy of University of Colorado Athletics)The Colorado athletic department is mourning the loss of one of its all-time greats, as CU announced the recent passing of men’s basketball legend Burdette “Burdie” Haldorson.Haldorson, 89, passed away Oct. 13 in Colorado Springs.A two-time Olympic gold medal winner, Haldorson was inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame in 1977 and CU’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 1999 as part of the organization’s second induction class. He was the first CU basketball player inducted into the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame.Haldorson averaged 10.6 points and 7.2 rebounds in his first season with the Buffaloes in 1952-53. His senior season in 1954-55 was one for the ages, leading the Buffs to the Big Seven championship while averaging 21.0 points and 13.8 rebounds, which remains the top mark in program history. CU we...

What is coffee badging? And what are managers doing about it?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

As more employers require their workers to return to the office in post-pandemic America, a quiet revolution is taking place.“Coffee badging” -as it is known- looks something like this:An employee shows up at the office in the morning, maybe grabs a cup of coffee, openly schmoozes with co-workers, and then quietly slips out to work remotely for the rest of the day.“This is one trick workers are using to protest the end of remote work flexibility and hybrid schedules,” says KTLA consumer reporter David Lazarus.This new workplace trend, Lazarus says, is a sly way for employees to check a box while still enjoying the flexibility of working from home -or wherever- as they did through the COVID pandemic.But managers are getting savvy about this, Lazarus says.“They’re walking the halls in the afternoons to see who is around, or maybe summoning workers to their office on the fly."Lazarus says employees who think this is a clever way to game the system should think again.“More and more mana...

Authorities respond to HazMat incident at L.A. City Hall

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

Authorities with the Los Angeles Fire Department, Los Angeles Police and LAPD's HazMat Units responded to L.A. City Hall Thursday after the discovery of a mysterious white powder.The calls came in just before 2 p.m. after the unknown substance was found in the first floor mail room.Two city hall workers were evaluated by paramedics and transported to a hospital for further evaluation as a precaution after opening a package containing the unknown substance. The workers didn’t show any signs or symptoms of illness, authorities said.Sky5 footage showed a large number of first responders at the scene.The mail room and a few nearby businesses were evacuated by LAPD personnel and the LAPD Bomb Squad was also on the scene assisting authorities. Los Angeles Street between Temple and First streets was shut down due to the investigation. The type of substance that was discovered was not immediately known.

One Hospitalized after Motorcycle Crash on South Oak Street [Kennewick, WA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

Lanes Closed after a Motorcycle Accident on East 27th AvenueKENNEWICK, WA (October 19, 2023) – On Sunday, a crash on South Oak Street and East 27th Avenue left one person with serious injuries.According to the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, one person was injured in the collision, and paramedics immediately transported the person to the hospital.Furthermore, the authorities have not yet released the involved vehicles other than the motorcycle.Consequently, authorities temporarily shut down a portion of the street to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties. However, the roadway has since been reopened.No other information was added, and the Benton County Sheriff’s Office took over the investigation.It is important to observe proper caution when riding a motorcycle. Do not underestimate the bike’s speed. When turning or changing lanes, use hand and turn signals to give other drivers enough time to slow down and prepare for you to get over. To increase visibility, wear brightly...

Gurdial Singh Dead, Jonathan Quiorz Arrested after Wrong-Way Crash on Highway 99 [Yuba City, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

63-Year-Old Man Killed in Wrong-Way Accident near Sacramento AvenueYUBA CITY, CA (October 19, 2023) – Early Thursday, a fatal collision on Highway 99 resulted in the death of Gurdial Singh.At approximately 12:19 a.m., emergency services rushed to the scene near SacramentoAvenue. According to reports, Jonathan Rodrigo Merin Quiorz, a 27-year-old, was driving his vehicle southbound in the northbound lanes of the highway. This led to a head-on collision between Quiorz’s vehicle and a blue Honda Pilot, which was being driven by Mr. Singh.Paramedics pronounced 63-year-old Singh, a resident of Yuba City, deceased at the scene. Meanwhile, Quiorz was airlifted to UC Davis Hospital with significant facial injuries, and a passenger in his vehicle, 25-year-old Macario Per, was transported to Adventist Health/Rideout Hospital in Marysville for medical attention.In the aftermath of initial investigative procedures, officers took Quiorz into custody, charging him with felony DUI and g...

Is California Gov. Newsom’s Israel visit ‘helpful for morale’ or risky political maneuver?

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:14:43 GMT

In a surprise itinerary change, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is stopping Friday in Israel on his way to a planned trip to China, visiting the country-at-war with no official diplomatic agenda and raising more questions about his long-speculated presidential ambitions.In a social media post Thursday, Newsom said he will be meeting “with those impacted by the horrific terrorist attacks and offering California’s support.”I’m on my way to Israel.I’ll be meeting with those impacted by the horrific terrorist attacks and offering California’s support.— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) October 19, 2023Newsom’s trip comes just two days after President Biden became the first sitting U.S. president to visit Israel during a war and a day after New York’s Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul spent two days there, meeting with families as well as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.Newsom’s visit is welcome news to Galia Mizrahi, a 55-year Southern California woman who flew to Israel after two of ...