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A Navy officer jailed in Japan over a deadly car crash is transferred to US custody, his family says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — A Navy officer jailed in Japan over a car crash that killed two Japanese citizens has been transferred into U.S. custody and is being returned to the United States, his family said Thursday.Lt. Ridge Alknois had been serving a three-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to the negligent driving deaths of a woman and her son-in-law in May 2021. His family has said the crash was an accident, caused when he lost consciousness while returning from a trip to Mount Fuji, but Japanese prosecutors maintained that he fell asleep while drowsy and shirked a duty to pull over.“After 507 days, Lt. Ridge Alkonis is on his way home to the United States. We are encouraged by Ridge’s transfer back to the United States but cannot celebrate until Ridge has been reunited with his family,” the family, based in Dana Point, California, said in a statement to The Associated Press, adding that it appreciated the U.S. government’s efforts to effect the transfer.The Alkonis case h...

City council meeting to discuss Chicago's status as Sanctuary city

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

CHICAGO -- Alderpeople are calling for a special city council meeting Thursday to discuss Chicago's status as a Sanctuary city.The alderpeople involved want to give power to voters and allow them to decide if Chicago should remain a Welcoming City.In order for the referendum question to be add to the March primary ballot, council members have to approve the ballot by the end of the year.Chicago has been a Sanctuary city since 1985 since former mayor Harold Washington issued the executive order that is made sure to protect undocumented immigrants regardless of their immigration status. Mayor Brandon Johnson faces rising pressure to address migrant crisis following failed Brighton Park site The attempt comes after the arrival of more than 25,000 asylum seekers from the southern border, most from central and South America."This is not a fight of them versus us, but this is a fight for molarity, a fight for doing what's right and a fight for doing what is just," Pastor JeVon Moore sa...

32-year-old man dead in Aurora double shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

AURORA, Ill. — A 32-year-old man died following a double shooting in Aurora Wednesday night.At around 6:45 p.m., officers arrived to the 700 block of Kane Street on the report of shots fired.Police found two men at the scene, a 32-year-old man and a 24-year-old man, both of Aurora, suffering from gunshot wounds.Both were transported to a local hospital and the 32-year-old man died a short time later.The 24-year-old was stabilized, police said. Family of Hinsdale teenager killed in crash outside car wash files lawsuit No one is in custody. Anyone with information can call 630-256-5500.

Dean's A-List Interviews: Timothée Chalamet in 'Willy Wonka'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

Dean Richards sits down with Timothée Chalamet at the 'Willy Wonka' premiere in London to talk more about the film hitting theaters Friday.Get Dean's reviews and A-List interviews delivered right to your inbox. Sign up for Dean's Downloads weekly newsletter. You'll also get his Dean Cooks recipes too!

Wife surprises husband with 'Nobody Cares' cake after his self-described 'big accomplishment'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Who ordered the cake with extra sass?A Reddit user from Oregon is going viral with a photo of a cake his wife ordered in honor of him finally finishing a website he was building — an achievement he described as a “big accomplishment.”“Nobody Cares!” the cake informed him via a message written in blue icing across the top.A photo of an Oregon man's "Nobody Cares!" cake went viral on Reddit last week. (u/BobbyIke on Reddit) It’s not actually as harsh as it sounds. The Reddit user, who goes by BobbyIke, said his wife is extremely supportive of his endeavors, and the phrase is part of an inside joke between the couple.BobbyIke, a printing company owner from Portland, told Nexstar that he had been working on his business’ website for over three years, during which time he would often share his progress with employees. But over time, some of them began to lose interest, and one jokingly shouted “nobody cares!” after BobbyIke told him of a minor update. Cake's apology message...

Lawsuit alleges ex-Harvard Medical School professor secretly used own sperm to impregnate patient

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

BOSTON (AP) — A former professor at Harvard Medical School and founder of one of the nation’s largest fertility clinics is being accused of secretly impregnating a patient in 1980 after promising the sperm would come from an anonymous donor, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday.Sarah Depoian, 73, said she and her husband first went to Dr. Merle Berger, now-retired professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive biology, in 1979 to discuss intrauterine insemination. Depoian said Berger told her the sperm would come from an anonymous donor “who resembled her husband, who did not know her, and whom she did not know,” according to the lawsuit filed in the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.In this undated handout photo, Sarah Depoian poses with her daughter Carolyn Bester. A lawsuit is being filed by Depoian against Dr. Merle Berger, a former Harvard professor and founder of one of the nation's largest fertility clinics for allegedly using his own sper...

Austin nonprofit offering assistance enrolling in health insurance

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — There's a good chance you or someone you know doesn't have health insurance.According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Texas has the highest uninsured rate (17%) in the country.Every year, more than a half a million American families file for bankruptcy due to medical bills. ‘They’re working hard just to get by’: Texas congressman leads push for open enrollment outreach This week, the deadline is fast approaching for people to sign up for 2024 marketplace health insurance through open enrollment.Anyone hoping to have health care coverage by January 1st must sign up by Friday.Open Enrollment technically extends through January 16th, although the start date for your coverage wouldn’t begin until February 1st.In an effort to ensure Travis County residents don’t miss a month of health care, local nonprofit Foundation Communities is offering workshops to help people pick their coverage plan.Dating back to 2013, this free enrollment program has helped over 50,000 Central Texan...

WCSO: Dog stolen from mall pet store

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Deputies from the Warren County Sheriff's Office report a dog was stolen from Pet Zone in the Aviation Mall on Wednesday. Law enforcement is currently searching for the two people in the image caught on security cameras. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Image via Warren County Sheriff's OfficeDeputies say the dog was stolen around 5:30 p.m. Anyone with information is encouraged to reach out to Officer Blake MacWhinnie at (518) 743-2500, use option one, and ask for him by name. Image of dog shared by Warren County Sheriff's Office

'Breakfast with the Cops' All-You-Can-Eat Buffet today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - St. Louis County Police Department is hosting a community building event Thursday morning.They'll hold a 'Breakfast with the Cops All-You-Can-Eat Buffet' at celebrity dining on Bellefontaine Road in Spanish Lake. Officers say the goal is to strengthen the bond between law enforcement and the community. 15-year-old charged as adult in fatal carjacking from January Locals will get $2 off on the buffet and complimentary coffee. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Aurora Fire Rescue battles three-alarm blaze at apartment construction site

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:44:02 GMT

Aurora fire crews braved sub-freezing overnight temperatures early Thursday morning to battle a three-alarm fire at an apartment build construction site in southeast Aurora.Here are some pictures from the scene earlier tonight.This large fire had multiple residential buildings under construction. Many obstacles for the initial arriving crews. Crews had access issues, large propane tanks to cool, aerial ladders were used for suppression. pic.twitter.com/5UpDpLqqJP— Aurora Fire Rescue (@AuroraFireDpt) December 14, 2023Aurora Fire Rescue reported the fire in the 7300 block of S. Addison Court just before 2 a.m. on X. and reported the fire under control at 4:10 a.m.No one was injured in the fire.Firefighters had some issues with the fire, according to Aurora Fire Rescue, with access to the buildings being limited and large propane tanks needing to be cooled.Crews used aerial ladders to suppress the blaze.The fire is under investigation to determine the cause and origin of the fire.