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Retired police sergeant who killed 3 at California bar shot his estranged wife first, officials say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

By EUGENE GARCIA, AMY TAXIN and JOHN ANTCZAK (Associated Press)TRABUCO CANYON, Calif. (AP) — The retired police sergeant who opened fire in a popular Southern California biker bar during a lively evening had traveled from Ohio to confront his estranged wife, whom he shot in the face before turning his gun on the crowd, authorities said.John Snowling killed three people, including his wife’s dining companion and a man who approached him as Snowling retrieved additional guns from his truck, and wounded six others, Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes said Thursday. He was fatally shot by deputies within minutes of the rampage.The shooting unfolded as a cover band entertained guests during the bar’s popular weekly spaghetti night. Some froze and others ran as bullets flew inside the bar before Snowling exited to the parking lot and continued to fire, witnesses and authorities said.As the shooting began, M Street band keyboardist Mark Johnson hid behind a speaker with his ...

Dozens of Trump fans spend day outside Georgia jail to show support when he surrendered

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

By SUDHIN THANAWALA and KATE BRUMBACK (Associated Press)ATLANTA (AP) — Hours before former President Donald Trump arrived at the Fulton County Jail to turn himself in on charges related to his efforts to remain in power after his 2020 election loss, dozens of his supporters had already gathered Thursday morning outside the facility. As afternoon passed into evening, demonstrators for and against Trump milled around outside the jail. There were more Trump supporters than opponents braving the intense Georgia summer heat, but the entire group was outnumbered by media near the Rice Street entrance to the jail, which was locked down tight. The number of people grew as the hour of Trump’s booking approached.As word spread that Trump was on his way, demonstrators lined security barricades outside the entrance, with people two to three deep trying to get a good view. Fulton County sheriff’s deputies blocked one end of the block outside the jail’s back entrance with ...

READ: Trump jail record in Georgia election case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

(The Hill) — Former President Trump surrendered to the Fulton County, Ga., jail on Thursday, where he was formally booked in a process that took only about 22 minutes. He has been released on $200,000 bond. Trump surrenders for historic fourth arrest Trump also agreed to other release conditions, including not using social media to intimidate co-defendants or witnesses in the case. His jail record includes a list of charges he faces as well as identifying information such as name, height and weight as well as an inmate number.Read the record below:This is a developing story.

2 injured in west end shooting, suspect fled on foot: police

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

Toronto police say two people were shot and injured in the city’s west end on Thursday night.Authorities were called to the Northcliffe Boulevard and St. Clair Avenue area around 7:30 p.m. for reports of gunshots.Police located two victims who had been shot — one was rushed to hospital via an emergency run, and a second victim was taken to a hospital with serious injuries.A firearm was discovered at the scene, police said, noting a suspect had fled on foot.The St. Clair Avenue West and Northcliffe intersection is shut down for the investigation.A heavy police presence is expected.

Trump has surrendered for a fourth time this year. Here’s where all the cases against him stand

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

Former President Donald Trump surrendered on Thursday for a fourth time this year, with this case focusing on his efforts to overturn his 2020 general election defeat in Georgia.The probe by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis began shortly after the release of a recording of a Jan. 2, 2021, phone call between Trump and Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger in which the then-president suggested that Raffensperger could “find 11,780 votes” — just enough to overtake Joe Biden.Trump, a Republican, has described his phone call to Raffensperger as “perfect” and has portrayed the prosecution by the Democratic district attorney as politically motivated.Here’s a look at some of the other top probes against Trump as he campaigns for the 2024 Republican nomination:CLASSIFIED DOCUMENTS CASESpecial counsel Jack Smith has been leading two federal probes related to Trump, both of which have resulted in charges against the former president.The first charges to result from tho...

Mother tells B.C. murder trial of final embrace with teenage girl, hours before death

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

VANCOUVER — The mother of a 13-year-old girl found dead in a British Columbia park six years ago has told a murder trial how she gave her a last hug, hours before the girl’s death.Testifying for a second day at the B.C. Supreme Court trial of Ibrahim Ali, the Chinese mother said through tears that she didn’t know it would be their “final farewell.”Ali has pleaded not guilty to murdering the girl, whose body was found in Burnaby’s Central Park in the early hours of July 19, 2017, just hours after her mother reported her missing.Neither the mother nor her daughter can be named under the terms of a publication ban.Speaking through a Mandarin interpreter on Thursday, the mother recounted her memory of what happened the day the girl died.She said her daughter went to summer school the morning of July 18. After the girl returned home, the mother said she prepared lunch and they ate together. She said she then invited her daughter to go to a friend’s far...

Excessive Heat Warning ends after dangerous temps continued across Chicago area

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

CHICAGO — An Excessive Heat Warning remained Thursday night after dangerous conditions continued across the Chicago area.Potential for record-high temperatures are expected, with a heat index even higher than Wednesday. Temps will reach 100 degrees in most parts, with feel-like temps around 105-116 degrees. Mostly humid and sunny conditions are in the forecast along with a 20 percent storm chance. Interactive Radar: Track showers and storm here The City of Chicago Office of Emergency Management and Communications is advising residents to stay indoors if possible and to be prepared for the hot weather.Chicago cooling centers are open to help residents stay safe and cool.CPS has activated its Heat Action Plan and has urged teachers to keep rooms cool by drawing shades and turning off unused computers. CPS will also hold recess and physical education indoors. Partly cloudy conditions Thursday night with a 20 percent storm chance. Winds: NNE 10-20 G20. Low: 71...

Chicago's temporary casino could open after Labor Day

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

CHICAGO -- Chicagoans may be able to place a bet at its first casino just after Labor Day.Before any money is laid on the table or fed into slot machines, Bally's must pass a practice gaming session. With a sign now up, gaming regulators will inspect the casino and its operations on Sept. 5 with the practice gaming sessions happening over the next two days.Beth Kaufman, with the Illinois Gaming Board, is hoping to have the casino at Medinah Temple ready this month. They are hoping to have about 750 slot machines and 50 table games. But Ald. Brian Hopkins told WGN News that he remains skeptical it will all go according to plan."We don’t know how long temporary is going to last," he said. "This is a concern. These kinds of things have a way of becoming permanent."Hopkins was among a handful of Chicago aldermen who voted against Bally’s proposal, championed by then-Mayor Lori Lightfoot, with projected tax revenues earmarked to help fund the city's police and fire department pensions."T...

Man sentenced for 2021 murder in northeast Austin

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A man was sentenced in July for murder in connection with a 2021 offense, according to Travis County court documents.Records showed 33-year-old Ronald Glen Falkquay pleaded guilty July 28 and negotiated the terms of his sentence.Falkquay was sentenced to serve 17 years in state prison for the July 17, 2021, murder of Gerson Garcia-Mejia. He received a jail credit of 732, according to documents.As a part of the plea, two other counts were dismissed, according to records.

North St. Paul graduate Gus Varland earns first big league win as Dodgers beat Guardians, 6-1

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:09:39 GMT

CLEVELAND — North St. Paul graduate Gus Varland earned his first major league victory as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-1 on Thursday in the completion of a suspended game. In the scheduled game, Simley graduate Michael Busch hit his first major league home run in the Dodgers’ 9-3 victory.Varland, the older brother of Twins prospect Louie Varland, worked 1⅓ innings, striking out three, for his first big league win as seven pitchers combined for a four-hitter. In three appearances since joining the Dodgers this month, Varland has allowed one earned run in five innings pitched.Los Angeles Dodgers’ Michael Busch gestures as he runs to home plate with a home run in the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Cleveland Guardians, Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)Mookie Betts matched a career-high with five hits for the National League West-leading Dodgers, who are 18-3 in August. The seven-time All-Star, who also had fi...