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'What we're asking for isn't hard': Chicago advocates to march in DC for federal ban on assault weapons

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill. -- Advocates fighting for a federal ban on assault weapons are taking their message all the way to the nation's capitol, once again hoping to convince congress to pass the legislation.Congressman Brad Schneider (D-10) is one of the lawmaker pushing for a federal ban on assault weapons. He, alongside members of the community, headed back to Washington D.C. Monday hoping to see the legislation passed sooner than later."What we're believe is what we're asking for isn't hard and it's not complicated," Kitty Brandtner, founder and co-president of March Fourth. States attorneys from 31 counties ask Illinois Supreme Court to overturn state’s gun ban After the recent shooting at the Covenant School in Nashville where six people, including three 9-year-old children were killed, March Fourth founder Kitty Brandtner decided to take her message back to Washington D.C.Brandtner hopes the march, scheduled for this upcoming Monday, pushes congress to act on passing a federal b...

Blue Island man arrested in Dan Ryan Expressway road rage shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

CHICAGO — An 18-year-old man is facing felony charges after a road rage shooting last week on the Dan Ryan Expressway. According to Illinois State Police, no one was injured when Gabriel Lopez, of Blue Island, fired shots at another car around 12:50 a.m. on April 7 near 95th Street. Driver dies after falling out of Jeep, being struck by 2 vehicles on Dan Ryan Expressway Illinois State Police said Lopez was identified as the suspect and turned himself in to investigators on Wednesday.The Cook County State's Attorney's Office charged him with one count of aggravated discharge of a firearm and one count of unlawful use of a weapon.

Lawsuit: Austin area spa sued for more than $1M after woman reports sexual assault

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A woman who reported a massage therapist sexually assaulted her in October 2022 has filed a lawsuit against the spa where the man worked.The spa mentioned in the lawsuit was Milk + Honey Spa, which is based out of Austin.According to the lawsuit, the woman, who went by a pseudonym due to the sensitive nature of the case, said she was seeking more than $1 million. RELATED: Therapist charged with sexual assault after massage at Austin area spa The lawsuit said the woman visited the spa’s Bee Cave location Oct. 24, 2022, and during the massage, the spa’s then-employee, 34-year-old Kevin Wilson, sexually assaulted her by touching her inappropriately with his fingers and hand. The lawsuit also said the assault caused her physical injury, pain and mental anguish.“[The woman’s] massage should have been a relaxing and rewarding treat. Instead, it turned into a nightmare that will affect [her] for the rest of her life,” the lawsuit said.According to the lawsuit documents, a...

APD searching for suspects in I-35 hit-and-run that killed bicyclist

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Austin Police provided an update Friday for a Wednesday evening fatal crash.APD said officers responded to a crash between an SUV and a bicyclist in the 9000 block of the southbound Frontage Road of Interstate 35.Police said the bicyclist, later identified as 62-year-old Ramon Clemente Nolasco, was riding north on his bicycle along the sidewalk when a Yukon pulled out of a private driveway and hit him. The driver then left the scene without stopping or calling 911, according to police. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: Man killed in hit-and-run on I-35 Frontage Road APD said Nolasco was taken to a hospital, but he later died from his injuries.The suspect vehicle was described as a four-door black GMC Yukon.The suspect driver was described as a heavy-set Hispanic man with thick, curly, black hair, and he was last seen wearing a construction reflective vest. The suspect passenger was described as a heavy-set Hispanic man last seen wearing a construction reflective vest.APD said thi...

Round Rock ISD says budget concerns could lead to staff reassignments

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — Round Rock Independent School District's superintendent said inflation and budget concerns could lead to as many as 40 or more employees being reassigned to other roles by the end of the spring semester.Dr. Hafedh Azaiez, RRISD superintendent, said letters began distributing last week to employees that could be affected by these staffing changes. He also said a district-wide email addressing those staffing changes went out Friday afternoon.Concerned citizens sent copies of the aforementioned letter to KXAN using the ReportIt! tip line.The letter, dated April 6, 2023, read: "Due to a change in student enrollment and/or proposed budget cuts some campuses will need to reduce its staff. Unfortunately, the reduction will occur in your area; therefore, you have been placed on the surplus list."The letter went on to specify that employees can submit transfer and internal job applications to the district through May 26, 2023.Dr. Azaiez in a one-on-one interview Fr...

State Patrol warns drivers to watch out for motorcycles during Spring Flood Run on Saturday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

Thousands of motorcyclists are taking to the roads along the Mississippi and St. Croix rivers Saturday for the Spring Flood Run, prompting the Minnesota State Patrol to warn drivers to be extra cautious.The rally attracts thousands of motorcyclists between the Twin Cities and Winona, Minn.The Flood Run began in 1965 when a dozen motorcyclists drove to Winona to assist with sandbagging during spring flooding there. Now held in the spring and fall, it raises money for Gillette Children’s Hospital in St. Paul.Authorities are asking drivers and riders to be careful and aware to prevent any serious or fatal crashes during the run. Law enforcement will be out in force to help keep riders and motorists safe.According to the State Patrol, motorcycle fatalities in the state are the highest they’ve been in several years, with 70 motorcyclists killed so far this year. There were 56 deaths at this time last year, 48 in 2020 and 39 in 2019, according to the State Patrol.“Riding season has ...

4 dogs fatally maul man who was caring for them at Brooklyn Park home

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

A 22-year-old man has died after four dogs he was caring for attacked him in the backyard of a home in the 5700 block of Halifax Avenue in Brooklyn Park on Thursday.The Hennepin County medical examiner identified the man as Dezmond Ray Thomas Trawick.Authorities say he was watching the dogs, which were identified as American pit bull terriers, at the house for a family member.The Brooklyn Park Police Department gave the following details:About 12:45 p.m., Thursday, a neighbor called 911 to report that a man being attacked by several dogs was yelling for help and couldn’t get up off the ground during the mauling. When officers arrived, they shot a less-than-lethal round that struck at least one of the dogs and caused all four of them to disperse and return to the house.Officers were then able to get to Trawick and provide first aid.Trawick had extensive bites on most of his body and most of his clothes were torn off. He died Thursday night after undergoing surgery.The dogs were...

Cleanup, investigation continues after fatal East Greenbush fire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

EAST GREENBUSH, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Cleanup continued on Friday after Thursday's fatal fire at Hanley Motor Home Park in East Greenbush. Police said one person was killed in the fire. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! East Greenbush Town Supervisor Jack Conway said a member of the local business community is paying for hotel rooms for those who have been displaced. "There's unsafe buildings there now, so we have to keep them safe," said Conway. "The Chief of Police is on top of the situation, she's monitoring everything. We're making sure that nobody's wandering in trying to find things or mucking about." Fatal structure fire closes down parts of Columbia Turnpike A section of Columbia Turnpike was shut down while crews responded. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

NYS school mascot regulations to be finalized

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Board of Regents is soon expected to finalize its proposed regulations regarding Native American mascot names and imagery. According to the New York State Education Department (NYSED), the Board is expected to formally adopt the proposal at its meetings on Monday and Tuesday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! In November 2022, NYSED sent the ruling to all New York school districts, requiring those with a Native American mascot to find a replacement. The directive applies to mascots, team names, and logos.If schools want to keep their mascots, they must have expressed approval from a recognized Native American tribe. Those who do not comply with NYSED’s ruling are at risk of having school officers removed and state aid withheld. Schoharie Storm top mascot name after ranked voting Officials had to have a 60-day public comment period under state law before the regulations were officially adopted. S...

Missouri Senate approves five-day school weeks, exempting rural districts

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:02 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Nearly a quarter of all Missouri's school districts are only in session four days a week this year. Legislation moving forward in Jefferson City could require schools to go back to five days a week, but some districts would be exempt.The law allowing four-day weeks was passed more than a decade to help schools save money after the recession but now it's being used as a perk to hire and retain teachers. This week, the Missouri Senate passed a bill allowing home school students to participate in athletics and extracurricular activities in the local school district. Within that legislation, Democratic Senator Doug Beck, from Affton, added a provision, requiring five-day school weeks, unless approved by a vote of the people.  Top Story: Witness: Woman pumping gas seriously hurt chasing after stolen purse "I think the more contact students have with their teachers, like 174 days compared to 142 days, is critical to learning," Beck said Thursday after th...