Home

Ontario man charged in past sexual assault wanted for 2nd-degree murder

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

An Ontario man charged with a prior violent sexual assault is wanted Canada-wide for second-degree murder in a fatal arson investigation from March.The fire broke out at an address on Court Street, in the area of Olive Avenue and Simcoe Street in Oshawa, just before 10 a.m. March 6, 2023.When officers arrived at the address, officials informed them that one person was found deceased. The man’s death was ruled a homicide, and the victim was identified as Amaar Jawaid.On Tuesday, police said 37-year-old Josh Bickle of Tweed, Ont., is wanted for second-degree murder in Jawaid’s death.Durham Police have identified a homicide victim who was found dead in an Oshawa house fire on March 6, 2023. CITYNEWS/Rob Ramlackhan.Authorities said Bickle was facing charges in a violent sexual assault and was required to wear an ankle monitoring bracelet.Investigators have evidence that the accused removed the bracelet and are appealing to the public for assistance in locating him.Police sai...

'So grateful': Ohio family elated after reuniting with trucker's dog in Romeoville viral video

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

ROMEOVILLE, Ill. — A family in Ohio is exhilarated to have their dog back thanks to a viral video, but hope was admittedly dwindling.On the night of Sept. 27, Deb Liden, whose passion is helping and finding lost pets, received a call from Romeoville Animal Control.They were having a tough time getting a cute American Pit Bull, with one dark eye and one blue eye, inside.Liden was helping another dog in Oswego, so her friends Jill Boland and Brian James were able to lay in the grass for hours to loop the dog, later identified as King, for intake.Earlier, when Boland arrived, King was howling and wouldn't leave a particular spot in a parking lot near the 1200 block of Normantown Road."We knew he was not a dump and obviously a trucker's dog," Liden told WGN News.Boland was able to take heartbreaking footage of King howling, waiting for his owner, truck driver Brandon Weh, to return. They also contacted nearby businesses, which showed surveillance footage of King looking for Weh."At one ...

Man killed after attempted armed robbery leads to shooting on West Side

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

CHICAGO — A man is dead after he was shot during an attempted armed robbery on the city's West Side, police said.Officers say the deadly shooting happened in the 1600 block of North Lawndale Avenue in Humboldt Park just after 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday. According to police, a 48-year-old man and a 50-year-old woman were standing outside in the area when a white-colored sedan approached and two armed individuals exited the vehicle. The two offenders then demanded property from the victims.  Man arrested after climbing Accenture Tower in Chicago Police say the man attempted to intervene and was shot in the head by one of the offenders. According to police, the two offenders then got back in the sedan and fled the scene in an unknown direction without taking any belongings from the victims. The man was taken to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead. The woman was not injured in the altercation. Police did not provide a description of the individuals involved ...

'Gut-wrenching': Parents of Gabby Petito, Brian Laundrie meet for first time since Petito's killing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

VENICE, Fla. (WFLA) — The parents of Gabby Petito have come face-to-face with the parents of Brian Laundrie for the first time since Petito's killing more than two years ago.On Tuesday in Venice, Florida, the legal team for Petito's parents deposed Christopher Laundrie, Brian Laundrie's father, as part of the civil lawsuit filed against the Laundries and their longtime attorney Steven Bertolino. Laundrie attorney offers ‘confidential’ settlement proposal to Gabby Petito’s parents Petito's parents, Joe Petito and Nichole Schmidt, described Christopher Laundrie's testimony as "gut-wrenching.""It was extremely hurtful to listen to someone that has no remorse and no compassion for the girl they would call their daughter-in-law," Schmidt told WFLA.Attending the depositions in person were Christopher Laundrie, Roberta Laundrie, Joe Petito, Steven Bertolino, and various attorneys. Schmidt listened in virtually over Zoom."It was difficult to be in the room with Joe and Nichole on Zoom ask...

2024's Social Security COLA increase to be announced this week: What we know

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – It’s already very likely that Social Security recipients can expect a significantly lower cost-of-living increase than the 8.7% adjustment they received in 2023. But they’ll know for certain this week.The Social Security Administration’s annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) are designed to help Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients retain their buying power amid rising inflation. These increases, which are issued annually, are determined using the Bureau of Labor’s Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W), which itself is a measure of the change in prices for common consumer goods and services.The Labor Bureau actually releases a revised CPI-W each month, reflecting the change in prices concerning a number of consumer goods and services including food, utilities and shelter. But only the data from July, August and September are considered when calculating the annual COLA adjustment for the following year.Sep...

Texas brands James Avery, Blue Bell collaborate on new jewelry charm

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — James Avery Artisan Jewelry is adding a sweet treat to its lineup of jewelry charms.It's a sundae of Texas brands in the mix, following the launch of a Blue Bell ice cream charm produced by James Avery. The ice cream brand announced the collaboration Monday, referring to the mixed-metal charm as the first "in this iconic Texas partnership."“We are excited to partner with Blue Bell and craft an artful design that speaks to so many Texans,” James Avery CEO John McCullough said in the release. “James Avery and Blue Bell fans alike will be able to purchase the first charm in this iconic Texas partnership.”The charm is designed to replicate the look of a Blue Bell carton of ice cream. It's made from sterling silver and bronze and incorporates Blue Bell brand detailing, including the cow and girl logo on both the front and top of the piece. RELATED: Blue Bell, Dr Pepper team up, release ‘Dr Pepper Float’ ice cream “We are honored to have James Avery create a Blue Bell ch...

Election 2023: St. Paul City Council Ward 6

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

ST. PAUL CITY COUNCIL WARD 6On Nov. 7, St. Paul voters will elect the seven members of the city council by ward. The ranked-choice ballot allows voters to rank their picks in order of preference. Ward 6 spans the neighborhoods of Frost Lake, Hayden Heights, Hazel Park, Payne/Phalen, Phalen Village and Prosperity.General information about the Nov. 7 election is online at twincities.com/tag/elections. In addition, twincities.com/news/politics/elections will have a full voters guide with candidates for Ramsey, Dakota and Washington county races online this month. To find out where to vote, visit the Minnesota Secretary of State’s online polling place finder at pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us.Gary B. UngerGary Unger, candidate for St. Paul City Council, Ward 6, in the November 2023 election. (Courtesy of the candidate)Age: (The candidate did not provide a response)What qualifies you to hold this position? I believe I have the right combination of understanding my community and the havi...

Election 2023: St. Paul City Council Ward 2

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

ST. PAUL CITY COUNCIL WARD 2On Nov. 7, St. Paul voters will elect the seven members of the city council by ward. The ranked-choice ballot allows voters to rank their picks in order of preference. Ward 2 spans West Seventh Street, the West Side, Summit Hill, Railroad Island, Lowertown and the downtown business district.General information about the Nov. 7 election is online at twincities.com/tag/elections. In addition, twincities.com/news/politics/elections will have a full voters guide with candidates for Ramsey, Dakota and Washington county races online this month. To find out where to vote, visit the Minnesota Secretary of State’s online polling place finder at pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us.Peter ButlerPeter Butler, candidate for St. Paul City Council, Ward 2, in the November 2023 election. (Courtesy of the candidate)Age: 57What qualifies you to hold this position? City government is direct service delivery of police, fire, parks and recreation, and libraries. I have almost thr...

The Loop Fantasy Football Report Week 6: How can you replace Justin Jefferson?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

If you thought the Vikings’ season was turning into a train wreck, you received more clarity on that likelihood last Sunday when all-world receiver Justin Jefferson suffered a non-contact injury to his hamstring near the end of Minnesota’s loss to Kansas City.He’s headed for injured reserve, so fantasy mavens who drafted him with the No. 1 or No. 2 pick will be needing a replacement for the next four weeks, starting with this Sunday’s game against the suddenly revived Bears in Chicago.Here are some under-the-radar receivers who, depending on the size and skill level of your league, might still be available on waivers:K.J. Osborn (Vikings WR) – The obvious replacement for Jefferson in Minnesota and in fantasy. You certainly can’t get Jordan Addison on waivers, but the Vikings’ No. 3 could be had. He has 13 catches for 166 yards and two touchdowns this season.MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – SEPTEMBER 24: Asante Samuel Jr. #26 of the Los Angeles Chargers watches as K.J. Osborn #17 of th...

Election 2023: St. Paul City Council Ward 3

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:28:58 GMT

ST. PAUL CITY COUNCIL WARD 3On Nov. 7, St. Paul voters will elect the seven members of the city council by ward. The ranked-choice ballot allows voters to rank their picks in order of preference. Ward 3 spans Highland Park, Mac-Groveland and part of the West Seventh neighborhood.General information about the Nov. 7 election is online at twincities.com/tag/elections. In addition, twincities.com/news/politics/elections will have a full voters guide with candidates for Ramsey, Dakota and Washington county races online this month. To find out where to vote, visit the Minnesota Secretary of State’s online polling place finder at pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us.Troy BarksdaleAge: 22Troy Barskdale, a candidate for the Ward 3 seat on the St. Paul City Council in the November 2023 election. (Courtesy of the candidate)What qualifies you to hold this position? I have a talent for writing, a powerful voice, sharp attention to policy, and ferocityagainst injustices. I petitioned to get a public...