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Grand jury indicts mother of 6-year-old Virginia student that shot teacher

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) - A Virginia grand jury has indicted the mother of the 6-year-old who shot his first-grade teacher earlier this year.Teacher Abby Zwerner was shot in the hand and chest in January at Richneck Elementary School in Newport News as she sat at a reading table in her classroom. The 25-year-old teacher spent nearly two weeks in the hospital and required four surgeries.The shooting sent shock waves through the military shipbuilding community and the country, with many wondering how a child so young could access a gun and shoot his teacher.On Monday, the Newport News Commonwealth's Attorney's Office shared that a grand jury has indicted the student's mother, Deja Taylor, for felony child neglect and a misdemeanor of recklessly leaving a loaded firearm so as to endanger a child. Full coverage: Richneck Elementary shooting "Every criminal case is unique in its facts, and these facts support these charges, but our investigation into the shooting continues,...

Man escapes L.A. standoff after shooting neighbor through wall: officials

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

(KTLA) — A man who allegedly shot his neighbor through a wall in a West Hollywood apartment on Friday has escaped and is on the run after a day-long standoff.The person of interest was identified as Joshua Findley, 31, by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. He is described as a Hispanic man standing 6 feet tall, weighing 210 pounds with brown eyes and black hair. He has tattoos on his face, neck, arms and legs. 4 killed in shooting at downtown Louisville bank building; suspected shooter also dead Findley is considered armed and dangerous, authorities said. He also resides in the luxury apartment complex where the shooting took place.Joshua Findley in photos from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Joshua Findley in photos from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. The incident was reported around 8:15 a.m. at The Dylan Apartments on Santa Monica Boulevard in response to a noise complaint, officials said. A woman in her 50s was transported to a hospital wit...

Florida teacher fired after asking students to write their obits before active shooter drill

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) – A central Florida high school teacher has been fired after he asked students to write their own obituaries ahead of an active shooter drill. Jeffrey Keene, a psychology teacher at Dr. Phillips High School in Orlando, said he was made aware of the shooter drill on April 3. Speaking with NBC News, Keene said he felt students writing their own obituaries would help them "reflect on their lives during the school shooter scenario."According to NBC News, Keene gave the assignment to a class of 11th and 12th graders during first period on April 4.He told his class of 35 students, "This isn't a way to upset you or anything like that. It wasn't to scare them or make them feel they were going to die, but just to help them understand what's important in their lives and how they want to move forward with their lives and how they want to pursue things in their journey." Florida principal resigns after parents complain about ‘pornographic’ Michelangelo statue However, by...

Austin FC grants 7 year old's Make-A-Wish, signs him as honorary player

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A seven-year-old boy's dreams came true last month thanks to Austin FC, St. David's HealthCare and the Make-A-Wish Foundatin. Eli Saenz has been fighting an ongoing battle with cancer, which is currently in remission, and loves soccer, Austin FC and the color green. Those loves, plus the atmosphere at Q2 Stadium, motivated him to choose an experience with the Verde as his Make-A-Wish wish, an Austin FC release said. Eli went to an Austin FC training session, played soccer with his favorite players and was invited to the Austin FC vs. Colorado Rapids match as a special guest of the team. Austin FC also signed him as an honorary player. Austin FC, St. David's HealthCare, and Make-A-Wish grant 7-year-old Eli Saenz's wish (Credit: Austin FC) Austin FC, St. David's HealthCare, and Make-A-Wish grant 7-year-old Eli Saenz's wish (Credit: Austin FC) Austin FC, St. David's HealthCare, and Make-A-Wish grant 7-year-old Eli Saenz's wish (Credit: Austin FC) Eli ate lunch with Aus...

Woman fatally shot in St. Paul ID’d as 38-year-old

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

A woman fatally shot in a St. Paul apartment was a 38-year-old, police said Monday.No one was under arrest as of Monday afternoon in the killing of Don-Shay Hardy, of St. Paul. Police have said preliminary information indicated the shooting was domestic related.Police responded to a 911 call about a shooting on Saturday at 11:15 a.m. in the Battle Creek neighborhood. Officers found Hardy suffering from gunshot wounds and paramedics pronounced her dead at the scene.For domestic violence helpThe Minnesota Day One Crisis Hotline can be reached 24/7 at 866-223-1111; or text START to 88788.The St. Paul Paul and Ramsey County Domestic Abuse Intervention Project’s crisis line is at 651-645-2824.Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Gov. Tony Evers identifies Wisconsin officers killed in shooting Crime & Public Safety | Driver strikes, kills pedestrian Saturday in Spring Lake Park Crime & Public Safety | Police investigate fatal...

U.S. Senator Schumer at Troy High with plan to curb swatting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- As false threats being made to local schools has become a more prevalent issue, U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer wants to know what data the FBI is collecting about these attacks, and what more can be done to prevent them.The false reports of active shooters can be traumatizing to students, parents, and teachers in the wake of real shootings at schools elsewhere in the country. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Monday, Schumer appeared at Troy High School with local law enforcement and school officials to speak out against the hoax calls."As a person who loves their students, I can’t understand why anyone would want to threaten the one place of guaranteed safety," said Beth Wilson, President of the Troy Teachers Association.The threats come as New York State deals with a teacher shortage that became apparent at the start of the 2022-23 school year."We try and recruit people into this great profession, and ...

Fulton County Museum announces annual ice cream social

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Fulton County Museum is hosting its annual Ice Cream Social fundraiser on Friday, May 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person or five tickets for $20. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Tickets include a scoop of ice cream and your choice of toppings, an exploration of the museum, and the chance to connect with friends and neighbors. Additional special surprises will be announced at later dates. The event will be held rain or shine.Tickets are available pre-sale or at the door and can be purchased by mailing a check to the Fulton County Historical Society at 237 Kingston Avenue, Gloversville, NY, 12078. Residents who want to support the museum can make a donation here.

Purchase tickets for Big Truck Day at SPAC now!

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Children's Museum at Saratoga is hosting its biggest annual fundraiser on April 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the SPAC Main Parking Lot. Big Truck Day 2023 will feature trucks and vehicles of all shapes and sizes and outdoor activities for all ages. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Last year, over 2,000 people were in attendance. This year, there will be quiet hours from 9 to 11 a.m. Trucks will be asked to refrain from using their horns to create a space for people with auditory sensitivities. Earplugs will be available at the ticket booth.The fundraising event will be held rain or shine. Admission costs $7 for children and adults, including Members ($8 the day of the event).

Male bald eagle goes from babysitting rock to an eaglet at World Bird Sanctuary

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A male bald eagle at the World Bird Sanctuary that went viral for trying to "hatch" a rock has been introduced to an eaglet at the facility, with hopes his parental instincts will transfer to the fledgling.Dawn Griffard, CEO of the sanctuary, said last month, visitors and staff noticed one of its bald eagles, Murphy, acting peculiar. Murphy, who is kept in an un-roofed enclosure with other males that cannot fly, had made a nest on the ground. Murphy had taken an egg-sized rock and placed it in his nest. He'd sit on it and routinely nudge the rock and turn it, like any mating eagle would.Courtesy: World Bird SanctuaryCourtesy: World Bird SanctuaryPart of those nesting instincts included chasing off other eagles who got too close, so staffers moved Murphy and his rock inside.Last week, the World Bird Sanctuary received one of two eaglets that had been blown out of their nest in Ste. Genevieve. Unfortunately, one of the eaglets did not survive the fall. Staffers...

Indy Pass to suspend sales just 10 days after opening, citing concerns of overselling

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:26:25 GMT

The Indy Pass will cut off sales at midnight on Monday, just 10 days after the pass opened up sales to the public for the 2023-24 ski season, in an effort to fulfill a promise to passholders.The promise, according to the Indy Pass management team, is “to preserve the independent ski resort experience.”The Indy Pass is a collective ski pass that allows skiers and snowboarders two days at more than 100 different ski areas in the United States, Canada and Japan. It launched five years ago and has seen steady growth in membership in recent years.“The Indy Ski Pass has done a remarkable job promoting the independent and authentic snowsports experience, but we are also responsible for preserving those experiences,” Erik Mogensen wrote. He’s the owner of Entabeni, the company that bought Indy Pass last month. “We will never put promotion ahead of preservation. Because of that, Indy Pass will limit pass sales for the coming season, offering our current passholders an opportunity to re...