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Alex Murdaugh indicted on new charges, including fraud

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

(NewsNation/WCBD) — Alex Murdaugh, already convicted of murdering his wife and son, is now facing 22 charges including wire fraud, bank fraud, conspiracy and money laundering.A grand jury voted to indict Murdaugh on the financial charges, alleging he took part in three different schemes to get money and property from his clients. At the time the alleged fraud took place, Murdaugh was serving as a personal injury attorney in Hampton, South Carolina. Prosecutors held off on prosecuting Murdaugh for his financial crimes until the murder trial was completed. The case captured national attention for its dramatic twists and turns, including allegations that Murdaugh paid a hitman to murder him after the deaths of his wife, Maggie, and son Paul. Alex Murdaugh facing new indictments for conspiracy, fraud The indictment lays out three distinct financial schemes, which prosecutors say were intended to funnel money meant for Murdaugh's personal injury clients into his own bank accounts.The f...

Juvenile arrested after anti-Semitic vandalism found in Highland Park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — A juvenile was arrested Tuesday after anti-Semitic vandalism was found in Highland Park last week.On Friday, police began an investigation following the vandalism report in the northwest portion of the city. Police did not disclose the exact location.Police said a receptacle had been defaced with blue painter's tape in the form of a swastika, the Star of David and the word "Jew." ‘I’m going to kill you’: Northwest Indiana man allegedly threatens woman, leads police on pursuit while drunk Quick reporting by Highland Park residents allowed officers to identify the suspect, police said.The juvenile has been charged but authorities did not provide the charges — citing The Juvenile Court Act.

‘We are so sorry': Bioré apologizes for sponsored TikTok post which referenced school shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – Bioré, a skincare brand known for its blackhead-removing “strips,” is facing backlash over a sponsored TikTok post that encouraged customers to “strip away the stigma of anxiety” while making reference to a 2023 school shooting that left several students dead.The post, shared by TikTok influencer Cecilee Max-Brown last week, began with Max-Brown referencing her own experience as a survivor of Michigan State University school shooting in February.“Life has thrown countless obstacles at me this year, from a school shooting to having no idea what life is going to look like after college,” Max-Brown said in the post, in a voice-over that played over clips of her exercise routine.“In support of Mental Health Awareness Month, I’m partnering with Bioré Skincare to strip away the stigma of anxiety,” she continued, while the video transitioned to clips of Max-Brown placing a Bioré Pore Strip over the bridge of her nose. “We want you to get it all out. Not only what’s in your pore...

One year after Uvalde shooting, fight for transparency and accountability beats on

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

UVALDE, Texas (Nexstar) — Wednesday marks the one year anniversary of the second-worst school shooting in U.S. history, when a gunman killed 19 children and two teachers and injured 17 others at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde. Crosses remain around the entrance of the now-empty school and memorials for each of the 21 victims can still be found around a fountain in the town square. Time feels frozen for the families of victims and survivors — whose pain and grief have been further exacerbated by an ongoing investigation into the mangled law enforcement response to the incident.A memorial dedicated to the 19 children and two adults murdered on May 24, 2022 during the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School is seen on May 24, 2023 in Uvalde, Texas. (Photo by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)Parents Kim and Felix Rubio lost their youngest daughter, Alexandria “Lexi” Rubio, on May 24, 2022. One year later, they’re haunted by questions.“Just not knowing what happened in that classroom, no...

Bill expanding crime victim compensation signed into law

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Gov. Greg Abbott has signed a bill into law that will expand eligibility for the Texas Crime Victims’ Compensation Program and increase financial support for certain types of claims.Senate Bill 49, by Sen. Judith Zaffirini, D-Laredo, widens eligibility for household members of victims, ups the amount of relocation compensation, lifts the cap on lost wages for family members of deceased victims, eliminates certain caps on bereavement leave and more, according to the legislative analysis.Abbott signed the bill May 19, and it goes into effect on Sept. 1, 2023.State Rep. Mary Gonzalez, D-Clint, wrote a House companion bill. Her office said they strategically opted to move forward with Zaffirini’s legislation to speed its passage.Crime victims and their advocates said the program’s rules needed to be updated to keep up with current costs and support more victims associated with crimes.The program is operated by the office of Attorney General Ken Paxton. It is meant to ass...

Texas flags lowered to half-staff in remembrance of Uvalde school shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Wednesday, the one-year anniversary of the Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas, where 19 children and two adults were killed, Gov. Greg Abbott ordered Texas flags across the state be lowered to half-staff.Abbott also issued a statewide call for Texans to take part in a moment of silence at 11:30 a.m. According to the governor's office, the moment of silence will be in memory of the victims, survivors, families, loved ones and the entire Uvalde community."One year ago, the Uvalde community and the entire state of Texas were devastated to our core by the tragedy at Robb Elementary School," Abbott said. "Our hearts remain with the families and members of the community, with whom Cecilia and I met in the weeks and months after as they grieved and began their journeys of healing. As we lower Texas flags today in remembrance, I ask all Texans to join Cecilia and me in a moment of silence in honor of those who lost their lives, the families who lost a loved ...

North Shore nursing home records zero COVID cases

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

GRAND MARAIS — The North Shore Living care center did not detect a single COVID-19 case in its facility throughout the entire coronavirus public health emergency, North Shore Health announced in a news release Tuesday.The Cook County nursing home has 37 beds, according to its website. Kimber Wraalstad, CEO of North Shore Health, said the health system followed protocol from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota Department of Health, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services from the beginning of the discovery of coronavirus in the U.S. more than three years ago.The federal government declared an end to the COVID public health emergency May 11. The U.S. Public Health Emergency was declared Jan. 31, 2020, with a presidential declaration of a nationwide emergency following on March 13, 2020.In the last three and a half years, Cook County recorded six COVID-related deaths, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. The county was the last in Minnesota ...

Mexican-Italian fusion restaurant opens in Ballston Spa

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- 42 Fusion, a Mexican and Italian fusion restaurant, has opened in Ballston Spa. The eatery had its soft opening on May 22. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! For owners Alicia Halse and Tino Lopez, this is their first restaurant venture. Lopez is the chef while Halse runs front-of-house operations. They began working to open the restaurant in January.Lopez moved to the United States from Mexico in 2006. He's worked in several Saratoga Springs restaurants including Forno Bistro and Three Vines Bistro. Halse is also local to Saratoga Springs. Best restaurants in Schuylerville, according to Yelp "I wanted to do something different in my life," said Lopez. "I'm not going to say it's easy. It's easy when you're working for somebody but I don't want to stay under pressure from somebody.""Be your own boss," said Halse.The menu includes a mix of Mexican and Italian dishes including tacos, Mexican Lasag...

Crash on Delafield Drive in Colonie shuts down all lanes

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a crash on NY 5 in both directions at Delafield Drive in Colonie. All lanes are closed westbound, with one left lane of two lanes closed eastbound. Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!Details regarding the crash are still limited at this time. Stick with News10 as more information regarding the crash becomes available.

$1.8M in grants awarded to state parks, trails, sites, etc.

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:13:12 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- $1.8M in grants was announced to support 28 not-for-profit organizations involving state parks, trails, historic sites, public lands, and more. The grants will support partner groups looking to raise private funds for capital projects, maintenance and beautification projects, provide educational training, and host special events to promote the parks. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The $1.8M in grants is the highest amount awarded in Park and Trail Partnership Grants program history. The program is funded through the state Environmental Protection Fund. "We are proud to support the work of the incredible grassroots partner organizations that elevates the stewardship and programming of our state parks, historic sites, trails, and public lands," Governor Kathy Hochul said. "With the largest investment in the Park and Trail Partnership Grants program history, New York State is sending a message that we...