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Voter ID bill mandated by voters last November advances, taking passage of bill down to the wire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska lawmakers advanced a bill Tuesday to comply with a voter ID requirement mandated by state voters in November, taking passage of the bill down to the wire amid Republican infighting on whether the measure goes far enough to combat voter fraud.Lawmakers are scheduled to take up final debate on the bill Thursday — the same day lawmakers plan to adjourn the session. The measure is expected to pass; it’s backed by both the Republican governor and the secretary of state who oversees elections. Nebraska has no history of widespread voter fraud, but supporters of the voter ID requirement say it’s needed to prevent possible future problems. It advanced Tuesday with only three lawmakers voting to continue a filibuster by Sen. Julie Slama, who has sought far-reaching requirements. Those include notarization of mail-in ballots, audits of witness signatures for mail-in ballots and verification of voters’ citizenship, even after they were required to show that ...

North Lawndale family seeks justice for woman killed in hit-and-run

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

CHICAGO — A North Lawndale family is asking for the public's help to track down the driver responsible for a deadly hit-and-run on the city’s West Side.Angela McKnight (Photo/Provided)Chicago police are looking for the driver of a gray-colored 2014 Kia Optima who struck and killed 49-year-old Angela McKnight before fleeing the scene Sunday just before 11 p.m."It's just not right," said McKnight's sister, Shana Walker. "She was family oriented. She loved her family and friends." Over 50 shot, 11 killed over holiday weekend in Chicago McKnight's husband, Charles Dean, their three children and grandchildren are devastated by Sunday's fatal hit-and-run."We're just trying to cope with this to the best of our ability," Dean told WGN News. The deadly incident happened around 11 p.m. Sunday in the 1200 block of South Independence. Police said McKnight was crossing the street in the crosswalk when the driver of the gray-colored vehicle struck her. According to police, the driver was travel...

What type of physician is better? Surprising results from a new study about doctors — and more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

For Tuesday, May 30, WGN’s Dina Bair has the latest on new information, including the following: More Coverage: WGN's Medical Watch Study finds no difference in care between medical doctors and osteopathic doctorsFor years, many people believed they should only see an MD. But now, DOs have become more popular.  So how do they differ and are they as good? A new study sought to answer that very question. UCLA researchers looked at patient mortality, length of hospital stay, readmissions, overall healthcare outcomes and care costs for those who saw a doctor of medicine or MD versus a DO, a doctor of osteopathic medicine. They found no difference! Both doctors undergo rigorous health education, but osteopathic training adds holistic and hands-on care, including manipulating and stretching to reduce pain and improve mobility. Study authors say their research should reassure people they can expect high-quality care from MDs and DOs.AI could speed up development of medicinesBetter, more ...

Baby dies in hot car as parents attend church in Florida: Police

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A baby died after being left in a hot car for approximately three hours on Sunday in Palm Bay, according to police.The Palm Bay Police Department found an unresponsive 11-month-old baby around 1 p.m. The child was left in the car while her parents attended a church service.The baby was rushed to a hospital but was pronounced dead.“This is an unfortunate incident, and our condolences and prayers go out to the family,” Police Chief Mario Augello said. ‘Terrifying’: Passenger recalls experience aboard Carnival Sunshine during storm The investigation is still ongoing, and no charges have been filed as of Tuesday. More than 30 children died of heatstroke in vehicles last year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In early March, a 2-year-old Florida boy died after his father allegedly left him in a car for several hours. The boy was later pronounced dead at a hospital, and charges were filed against his father.An Alabama father was arre...

Single mother wins $1M Pennsylvania Lottery prize

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

WESTMORELAND COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) -- A single mother of two had some luck last month, winning $1 million on a Pennsylvania Lottery scratch-off ticket.The lucky winner, Diane Babbin of Westmoreland County, won the jackpot on a scratch-off called "Millionaire Maker" that was bought at a SHOP 'n SAVE in Latrobe. Babbin told the Pennsylvania Lottery that on Friday, April 28, her son had a fever, so she asked her mother to go to buy a thermometer and a scratch-off. Woman who overcame homelessness wins $5M from California lottery scratcher “Me and my mom always play scratch-offs together,” she explained. “My mom ended up scratching the ticket in the car and called me saying, ‘You have to come get me. I can’t drive home.’ I said, ‘What’s wrong?’ She’s a senior, and she was in shock!”That's when Babbin found out she won $1 million.Babbin's mom apologized for scratching the ticket, something mother and daughter usually do together. She had to apologize again for her shock, which caused ...

Police: Man arrested in 'multiple murders', city official calls him 'serial killer'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Raul Meza Jr., 62, confessed to murdering his roommate, Jesse Fraga, 80, and implicated himself in the murder of Gloria Lofton, 66, in 2019, three years after he was released from the Travis County Jail, per Austin Police. APD said they are looking into eight to 10 more cold cases Meza may be connected with, but said this number could rise higher as it continues its investigations. Meza is currently detained in Travis County Jail. Meza told police once he was arrested that he was ready and prepared to kill again, police said. "Here's a serial killer that justice was not served. It was a travesty of justice," said Interim Assistant City Manager Bruce Mills, who was also the primary investigator on the 1982 case where Meza raped and murdered 8-year-old Kendra Page. "We don't know how many more people he killed or would have killed," Mills said. Mills recalled Meza pleading guilty to Page's murder. For reasons he still does not entirely understand, the case did not go ...

Taylor baseball making history while honoring late teammate

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

TAYLOR, Texas (KXAN) — In the 2021 and 2022 seasons, the Taylor Ducks baseball team reached the second round of the postseason. After their run came to a close last year, head coach Justin Adams had a message for the team.“Why can't we be a team to win 30 games?" said Adams. "What's stopping us from doing that and to [now] clinch our 30th win, a school record last week, it's incredible.”MORE THAN THE SCORE: Stay up to date on sports stories like these, and sign up for our More than the Score sports newsletter at kxan.com/newslettersNow as the Ducks are a step away from the Class 4A state tournament, they are set to face the team that knocked them out the previous two seasons in the regional final — China Spring.“They keep knocking us out, but this year we are a new team," said Taylor junior Devin Valdez. "We are a different team, and I feel like we have all the confidence and all the fans in the world to get them this go-round.”As Taylor gets set for the three-game series starting W...

Vikings to host joint practices with Titans and Cardinals this summer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

In his opening remarks on Tuesday afternoon, coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed that the Vikings will host joint practices with both the Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals this summer during training camp.The joint practices will take place at TCO Performance Center in Eagan with the Vikings hosting the Titans in the days leading up to preseason game at U.S Bank Stadium on Aug. 19, then the Cardinals in the days leading up to the preseason game at U.S. Bank Stadium on Aug. 26.More details will be available in the coming weeks.“It will give us a tremendous opportunity to have four-plus days of really good competition,” O’Connell said while touting his relationship with Titans coach Mike Vrabel and Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon. “I know what kind of leaders they are. I know what kind of teams they’ll be bringing here ready to make sure we get some great work. To be able to have that is a critical part of our training camp formula to try to be at ...

Person of interest in Schenectady homicide also wanted in alleged NYC murder

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A police cruiser remains posted outside the apartment where Schenectady Police say Tishawn Folkes-Taylor was discovered dead Sunday morning. This, as law enforcement agencies across the state are asking for the public's assistance in locating Timothy Taylor, wanted for questioning in Tishawn's death, as well as an alleged murder in New York City.Tishawn's brother spoke with NEWS10's sister station PIX11's News reporter Ayana Harry Dudley over the phone. He told Harry Dudley that he believes Tishawn, a mom to three children, was the fatal victim of domestic abuse. “My sister was open, loving," he described. "My main concern now is the safety of the kids." Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The US Marshal's Service is offering a $5,000 reward for information on the whereabouts of Timothy Taylor, who police are calling a person of interest in her homicide. Tishawn's family members say he is her ex-hu...

Yacht pulled from Mississippi River, moved to Budrovich Marine

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:25:28 GMT

ST. LOUIS – A yacht that got trapped on the Mississippi River last week has since been moved and the damage inspected.It took about 13 hours to remove the yacht from a chevron in the Mississippi River. It got stuck just south of the McKinley Bridge.Budrovich Marine, a marine construction company, lifted the boat off the chevron and is storing the vessel at its facility."We mobilized our tug and a 300-ton crane," Mindy Brundick, vice president of Budrovich Marine, said. "Getting the boat hoisted and then safely onto a barge, and back here to our facility involved quite a few people."Brundick said divers from Three Rivers Diving helped with getting the rigging on, and Port Charles was also involved. Woman ‘saving up’ as Ferguson PD cracks down on expired tags The challenge beyond lifting the boat was the powerlines immediately overhead."Thanks to the swift and cooperative spirit of Ameren, they were able to get those lines shut down," said Brundick. "Once the lines were de-energized...