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Denver ranks high among cities with the largest homicide rates

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — Denver ranks high on the list of major cities with the most homicides. While it's not in the top spot, Denver is higher than most cities, including New York City and Detroit.WalletHub ranked 40 of the most populated cities with the worst homicide rates. The study ranked the list based on homicides per capita as well as the change in the number of homicides within the past few years. WalletHub used data from police departments around the country. Colorado teens accused of taking ‘memento’ photo after rock-throwing death set to appear in court While Denver doesn't make it into the top five, it's not far off.Highest homicides per capitaWashington, D.C.Memphis, TennesseeSt. Louis, MissouriDetroit, MichiganBaltimore, MarylandWhile Denver isn't in the top spot for the highest homicide rates, it still ranks higher than most of the other 40 cities. Denver ranked 11th for the highest homicide rates per capita. Meanwhile, Colorado Springs was 19th. Police: Woman asks for ...

Israel to allow Egypt to deliver limited quantities of humanitarian aid to Gaza

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel said Wednesday that it will allow Egypt to deliver limited quantities of humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said the decision was approved in light of a request from visiting U.S. President Joe Biden.In a statement, it said it “will not thwart” deliveries of food, water and medicine, as long as the supplies do not reach Hamas. The statement made no mention of badly needed fuel.It was not clear when the aid will start flowing. Egypt’s Rafah crossing has only a limited capacity, and Egypt says it has been damaged by Israeli airstrikes.Israel, which controls most crossings into Gaza, says it will not allow deliveries from its territory. It also demanded that international Red Cross be allowed to visit kidnapped Israelis held captive in Gaza.THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP’s earlier story follows below.KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Doctors hamstrung by dwindling medical supplies rushed Wednesday to save...

Florida sends aid to Israel via chartered cargo planes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

In a humanitarian effort, Florida’s Division of Emergency Management has dispatched two cargo planes to Israel, laden with pallets of crucially needed supplies. Collaborating closely with the Israeli Consulate, officials identified vital requirements for this aid mission.The cargo includes medical and hospital equipment, clothing, personal hygiene products, and toys, all aimed at providing essential support during challenging times. This heartwarming initiative demonstrates the power of international cooperation and compassion in times of need.

Florida mother speaks out after SRO tackles, handcuffs 12-year-old son with autism

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

DELAND, Fla. – A Florida mother is speaking out after her 12-year-old son, who has autism, was placed in handcuffs after being tackled by a school resource officer (SRO) ,leading to his expulsion from DeLand Middle School.Danielle Torres, the concerned mother, alleges that her son, AJ, was left emotionally scarred following an incident involving a SRO last month. AJ was reportedly going through a crisis when the incident occurred. “They were very sorry for what took place, but it doesn’t fix what you’ve done to my child,” said Danielle. School authorities were informed that AJ “will not comply with school admin and has battered several staff members.” Police say AJ was overheard making threats to others and himself. As he attempted to leave the school and ventured into the parking lot, the SRO intercepted him and tackled him to the ground. “Why would you tackle him? Why couldn’t you just grab him? Obviously, he’s not a 6-fo...

Email claims prison official warned Danelo Cavalcante was ‘planning an escape’

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

Philadelphia (CNN) — About eight hours after convicted murderer Danelo Cavalcante crab-walked out of a Chester County prison in August, a prison official sent the acting warden a message: Cavalcante had been “planning an escape” for months.Chester County Prison Sergeant Jerry Beavers emailed Cpt. Harry Griswold about information he’d received from another employee.“I am just sending this cause I don’t want this to come back on us or (Corrections Officer] Hernandez in anyway,” read the email sent just before 4 p.m. ET on August 31 — the day of the breakout — from Beavers to Griswold.“He noted back in July that this inmate was planning an escape,” Beavers went on in the email, obtained by CNN.The email shows Griswold then forwarded that note to Howard Holland, the acting warden of Chester County Prison, shortly before 5:30 p.m. that same day.“This was sent to me this afternoon and I have not forwarded it [to] anyone else,” Griswold wrote. “I am not sure how you want to move forward wi...

Georgian parliament fails to impeach president over unsanctioned EU visits

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

Georgia’s ruling party failed in its bid to impeach President Salome Zourabichvili on Wednesday.The ruling Georgian Dream party launched the impeachment procedure after Zourabichvili held meetings with European leaders to lobby for Georgia’s EU candidacy, despite not having authorization from the government to do so. Georgian Dream needed 100 votes in parliament to impeach the president, but got the support of just 86 lawmakers. On Monday, Georgia’s Constitutional Court — which the opposition says is under government influence — ruled that the president had violated the constitution, authorizing the parliament to hold the vote.Speaking to parliament on Wednesday, Zourabichvili said the court’s decision would be remembered for strengthening one-party rule over the judicial system. She also criticized the ruling party for treating Russian leaders with respect while acting against Georgia’s European future.“What do you have to say in your defense...

France faces massive increase in dengue cases by 2030

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

If temperatures continue to increase at the current rate, France could see local cases of dengue grow to more than 3,000 a year by the end of the decade, up from the 65 cases seen in 2022, according to new modeling. Analysis by the data analytics firm Airfinity published Wednesday points to a likely 50-fold increase in locally acquired dengue cases in France. The tiger mosquito that transmits the disease is usually found in tropical climates but has been detected across much of France in recent years. “A hotter and wetter climate will aid the spread of disease in both rich and poor countries, with the El Nino ocean warming adding to concerns,” said Airfinity in a statement. While dengue usually results in mild or no symptoms, it can also lead to high fever, severe headache and vomiting. Severe dengue can cause bleeding from the gums, abdominal pain and, in some cases, death.Louise Blair, Airfinity’s director of analysis and insights, said: “If temperatures continue ...

WATCH: Fire crews rescue trapped driver after fiery crash involving tanker truck in East Boston

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

Fire crews worked quickly to free a trapped driver who was hospitalized following a fiery crash with a tanker truck on Route 1A in East Boston, officials said.A section of Route 1A northbound was temporarily shut down early Wednesday morning as crews worked to extinguish the flames, which threatened to ignite the 8,000 gallons of diesel fuel that were inside the tanker, fire officials said.Authorities said the crash was reported sometime around 3 a.m. and occurred in the area of 440 William F McClellan (Rte 1A).Video from nearby surveillance cameras showed the moments the tanker appeared to crash into another car, resulting in a large blast that engulfed both vehicles.Officials said the fire itself appeared to have been sparked by a pipe underneath the truck.Details on the condition of the truck driver have not yet been released, while officials have said the woman in the other vehicle was taken to a hospital for burn injuries. Meanwhile, her vehicle was burnt out by the time 7NEWS ...

Joran van der Sloot is expected to plead guilty in an extortion case today – and may be forced to give details on Natalee Holloway’s death

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

(CNN) — Almost two decades after Alabama teen Natalee Holloway vanished in Aruba, the prime suspect in her disappearance might soon reveal long-awaited details about how she died.Dutch citizen Joran van der Sloot is also accused of extorting and defrauding the teen’s mother. He is expected to enter a guilty plea to US federal charges in that case at a Wednesday hearing, Holloway family attorney John Q. Kelly said.It’s not clear what specific charges in the extortion case he will plead guilty to, or what the sentence will be. But Kelly confirmed to CNN that van der Sloot intends to plead guilty in connection to the case.As a condition of a plea deal, van der Sloot is required to say how Holloway died and how her body was disposed of, Kelly told NBC’s “Today” show.“There won’t be any further investigation or search … for Natalee’s remains,” Kelly said on “Today.”Beth Holloway, Natalee’s mother, will hold a news conference after the hearing to share what van der Sloot to...

Chicago Bears Q&A: Why haven’t we heard from Kevin Warren? What are the chances they land 2 top-5 picks?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:54 GMT

The Chicago Bears’ winning ways were short-lived as they dropped to 1-5 with a 19-13 loss to the Minnesota Vikings — and lost quarterback Justin Fields to a dislocated right thumb in the process.As the Bears prepare to take on the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday at Soldier Field (noon, Fox-32) with Fields doubtful to play, the Tribune’s Brad Biggs opens the weekly Bears mailbag.Where is Kevin Warren? Wasn’t he hired for this exact reason? Once again, the Bears’ total incompetence from the top down is an embarrassment to the fan base. — @heapbigWhat would you propose Warren do right now? It would be great if he could rush the quarterback or fill one of the holes created by injuries on the offensive line. But he was a basketball player in college.I’m pretty certain Warren’s No. 1 order of business is the new stadium initiative, which seems sort of stalled months after the team finalized its purchase of the land in Arlington Heights. ...