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New bill would allow no-excuse early voting by mail

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)---In New York State, you can only vote by mail if you meet certain qualifications."We do require voters to have an excuse to vote via absentee ballot, and those include being absent from your county, or absent from New York City if you’re a resident of New York City. It also includes permanent or temporary illness or physical disability," explained Jennifer Wilson, spokesperson for the New York State Board of Elections.Other valid excuses include caring for someone with a permanent or temporary physical disability, if you’re in jail awaiting trial, or are in a veterans hospital.A new bill introduced would allow people to vote early by mail without an excuse."We’re always looking for ways to make it easier for people to vote, because when it’s easier for people to vote, more people vote and that’s good for our Democracy," said Michael Gianaris, Senate Deputy Leader. "Now one of the things we saw during COVID was that many people were anxious to vote by mail from...

Variscite lawsuit settled & OCM to crack down on illicit shops

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- A lawsuit that blocked recreational cannabis licenses in the Finger Lakes region has been settled. It all started when the company, Verascite, based in Michigan, sued the state over its policy on granting licenses. Cannabis confusion: addressing CAURD applications Initially, the lawsuit resulted in a federal judge suspending cannabis licenses from being issued in five New York regions, but after an injunction from The Office of Cannabis Management, that narrowed down to just the Finger Lakes. "When the lawsuit had come up it was devastating, all of us were immediately put to a halt. Our whole dreams were kind of put in jeopardy at that moment," said Britni Tantalo. She and her husband Jayson, currently sell indoor and outdoor growing equipment for cannabis. They’ve applied for the CAURD license as Flower City Dispensary and are hoping to be one of the 18 approved to open shop in the Finger Lakes. The settlement will allow licensing to proceed in the Finger ...

Missouri felon admits obtaining gun through straw purchase

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Less than a month after being released on parole from state prison, an Independence, Missouri, man finds himself facing a federal prison term for illegally obtaining a firearm.Prosecutors with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Missouri said Kurup Seuell, 21, purchased a Glock 9 mm through an intermediary, also known as a "straw purchase."According to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, a straw purchase involves "buying a gun for another person who is prohibited" from owning one.Seuell admitted in court that he and another individual went to a firearms store and shooting range in Lee's Summit, Missouri, on Jan. 30, 2021. That individual purchased the handgun on Seuell's behalf. Woman ‘saving up’ as Ferguson PD cracks down on expired tags The Missouri Department of Corrections had paroled Seuell on Dec. 28, 2020, following a 2018 conviction for stealing.Federal investigators examined Seuell's social media accounts from Jan...

Mozeliak: 'I don't anticipate us' as sellers ahead of trade deadline

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

ST. LOUIS - One-third of the St. Louis Cardinals' 2023 season is officially complete. They're only 5.5 games out of a playoff spot, but currently sit last in the National League Central. It begs the question, where do the Cardinals go from here? Though we're nearly another third of the season away from the MLB trade deadline, it's never too early to look ahead. The Cardinals right now find themselves at an impasse with a variety of players on contract years, in positional log jams or underperforming from previous seasons. It's unlikely St. Louis would make any significant moves before July, and some recent comments from John Mozeliak seem to reiterate a wait-and-see approach. Mozeliak, president of baseball operations for the Cardinals, joined Bally Sports Midwest's Jim Hayes for a live one-on-one interview to discuss the organization's mindset nearly two months ahead of trade deadline. RELATED - Not-so-much ‘Air’ Jordan: Cardinals prospect Walker tweaks hitting approach in minor...

Brunch spot Dozens moving four blocks after Golden Triangle fire

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

Dozens is cracking into a new space.After a kitchen fire severely damaged the 25-year-old breakfast-and-lunch restaurant’s building at 236 W. 13th Ave. last year, the eatery is moving about four blocks north. Owner John England said Dozens will reopen at 323 14th St., likely in six months or so.“We were so happy to secure a space so close to our original location,” England said in an email to BusinessDen. “The new place should have a similar charm and be a little larger than the old space.” Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | Punch Buggy Shave Ice gearing up for summer, ready to open second location in Lafayette Restaurants, Food and Drink | Casa Bonita reveals its new menu and offers a sneak peek inside Restaurants, Food and Drink | Avanti alums plant permanent roots with new Denver restaurant Restaurants, Food and Drink | Hard Rock Cafe’s 16th Street Mall lease is coming to an end this year Restaurants...

Colorado bans sale of diet pills to kids as eating disorder prevention bills become law

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

Colorado insurers will soon be barred from using an antiquated weight calculation to block a patient from accessing eating disorder care, under a new law signed Tuesday that also bans the sale of certain diet pills to minors.The new law, which passed the legislature in early May, is part of a two-pronged approach undertaken by legislators this year to better address eating disorders in Colorado. A second bill, also signed into law Tuesday by Lt. Gov. Dianne Primavera, will create a program within the state health department that seeks to better prevent Coloradans from developing the diseases in the first place.The two bills had been pushed by mental health advocates and by the Colorado Youth Advisory Council. Eating disorder diagnoses have erupted in the wake of the pandemic, and Colorado is a hub for eating disorder treatment nationally.Aimee Resnick, a college student who helped champion the prevention bill (SB23-014), said she was proud of the work undertaken by advocates to pass...

Suspect shot by police after 4 people stabbed in Long Beach

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

A person who is believed to have stabbed four people in Long Beach was shot by police Tuesday, officials said.The incident was reported just before noon in the 4600 block of East 2nd Street, according to Long Beach police.Four people were treated for stab wounds; three were released from the scene, while one was transported to a trauma center in unknown condition, Long Beach fire officials said. Responding officers located the suspect and an officer-involved shooting occurred, police said without elaborating.A male was taken to a hospital with a gunshot wound, fire officials said. “There is no current threat to public safety,” the agency tweeted.No further details about the incident have been released.Aerial video from Sky5 showed a large police presence at the scene. KTLA's Luis Zuniga contributed to this report.

Magnitude 3.2 earthquake rattles Southern California

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

An earthquake measuring 3.2 in magnitude rattled the coast of Ventura County early Tuesday afternoon.The quake struck at 1:24 p.m. approximately 12 miles northwest of Oxnard, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The epicenter was just offshore of Point Mugu at a depth of 6.6 miles.There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries. INTERACTIVE: California Earthquake Map Preliminary data from the USGS indicates the quake may have been felt in Thousand Oaks and areas of Los Angeles County.Tens of thousands of earthquakes are recorded in California each year, but the vast majority of them are extremely minor. Only several hundred are greater than magnitude 3.0, and only about 15 to 20 are greater than magnitude 4.0, according to the USGS.In the continental United States, only Alaska records more quakes per year than California.According to the California Department of Conservation, the strongest quake ever recorded in the Golden State measured 7.9 magnitude and struck For...

Chino Hills man arrested for planting fake bomb: SBSD

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

A Chino Hills man is behind bars and facing multiple charges after he allegedly left a package that he claimed was a bomb in the front yard of a house.David Catalan, 27, left the suspicious package in front of a house in the 6300 block of Sunny Meadow Lane at about 8 p.m. Monday and "made statements through social media [that] the package was a bomb," the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said in a news release.Catalan allegedly threatened the victim and the investigating officials multiple times."Through investigation, the bomb was determined to be fake and an arrest warrant was obtained for Catalan," officials said.He was located at Chino Hills Parkway and the 71 Freeway at about 3 a.m. Tuesday and taken into custody.He is being held at the West Valley Detention Center in lieu of $100,000 bail.He faces charges of two counts of making criminal threats, assault with a firearm and planting a fake bomb. He is due to appear in court Thursday morning.Anyone with information is ...

M3CCA’s Sultry Performance at Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Jazz Leaves Audience in Awe

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:55:02 GMT

On May 28th, 2023, M3CCA delivered a stunning performance at Singers LA, an event hosted by Julian Miranda, held at Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Jazz. The soulful singer wowed the audience with her captivating stage presence and stunning vocals, backed by a full live band. The event is known for featuring some of the most talented vocalists in the industry, and it had a special celebrity guest in attendance – R&B singer/songwriter Johnny Gill.Despite her petite stature, M3CCA’s voice was shockingly big, leaving the audience in awe. Her performance was sultry and captivating, showcasing her incredible range and ability to connect with the audience. M3CCA’s unique style and undeniable talent left a lasting impression on the audience, cementing her status as one of the most promising up-and-coming artists in the industry.The singer’s soulful and powerful vocals, combined with her commanding stage presence, left the audience wanting more. M3CCA’s perform...