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UK police open sexual offenses investigation after Russell Brand allegations

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

British police have opened a sex crimes investigation triggered by news reports about comedian Russell Brand.London’s Metropolitan Police Force said Monday that it had “received a number of allegations of sexual offences” after a television documentary and newspaper investigations. It said there have been no arrests.Brand, 48, denies allegations of sexual assault made by four women in a Channel 4 television documentary and The Times and Sunday Times newspapers.The accusers, who have not been named, include one who said she was sexually assaulted during a relationship with him when she was 16. Another woman says Brand raped her in Los Angeles in 2012.The police force did not name Brand in its statement but referred to the recent articles and documentary. It said detectives were investigating allegations of “non-recent” sexual offences, both in London and elsewhere.“We continue to encourage anyone who believes they may have been a victim of a sexual...

2 charged with murder after suburban man allegedly hires hit on ex-girlfriend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

NORTH CHICAGO, Ill. — Two men have been charged with murder following a plot to kill an ex-girlfriend in the northern suburbs, authorities allege.On Friday morning at around 6:05 a.m., North Chicago police responded to a report of shots fired in the 1000 block of Victoria Avenue. Officers at the scene located a woman shot to death inside of a vehicle in a driveway.Police initially told the public it appeared to be a targeted shooting and no one was in custody.Investigators allege Seferino Calihua-Rodriguez, 35, of Waukegan, had a previous relationship with the woman and became upset when it ended.Authorities allege Calihua-Rodriguez hired Misael Chavarin-Plazola, 26, also of Waukegan, to kill the woman.Chavarin-Plazola allegedly followed through and also attempted to kill a second person who was entering the vehicle with the woman, police said. Shots missed the other person.Calihua-Rodriguez was arrested on Friday and Chavarin-Plazola was arrested on Saturday.Calihua-Rodriguez has b...

Around Town visits Robin's Alma Mater, St. Albert The Great School

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

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Democratic Sen. Menendez rejects calls to resign, says cash found in home was not bribe proceeds

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

UNION CITY, N.J. (AP) — Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey defiantly pushed back against federal corruption charges on Monday, saying nearly half a million dollars in cash authorities found in his home was from his personal savings, not from bribes, and was on hand for emergencies.Rejecting rising calls for him to resign, he said he believed that he'd be cleared.“I recognize this will be the biggest fight yet, but as I have stated throughout this whole process, I firmly believe that when all the facts are presented, not only will I be exonerated, but I still will be the New Jersey’s senior senator," Menendez said at Hudson County Community College's campus in Union City, where he grew up.He did not respond to questions and did not address whether he will seek reelection next year. Addressing allegations in the indictment unsealed Friday that authorities found cash stuffed in envelopes and clothing at his home, Menendez said that stemmed his parents fear of confiscation ...

Another doubleheader for Monday Night Football? Here's why

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

(NEXSTAR) - For a second week in a row, NFL fans will have twice as many games to watch during Monday Night Football. While it isn't exactly a new norm, it isn't the last time it'll happen this season. Last week was the first doubleheader of the season, featuring a 20-17 win by the New Orleans Saints over the Carolina Panthers and a 26-22 Pittsburgh Steelers win over the Cleveland Browns.This week, the Philadelphia Eagles will travel to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before the Cincinnati Bengals host the Los Angeles Rams. While it may be fun for football fans, the explanation isn't very enthralling. What are NFL players wearing on their necks? It’s part of new broadcasting agreements the NFL reached with ESPN. The deal, completed in 2021, gave ESPN and fellow Disney-owned network ABC more games, The Athletic explains.The Eagles and Buccaneers will play first, with kickoff set for 7:15 p.m. ET on ABC. Then at 8:15 p.m. ET, the Rams and Bengals will kickoff on ESPN.We'll see anothe...

Austin City Council member taking medical leave for mental health treatment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin City Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison is stepping away from City Hall for the next 60 days for mental health treatment, she posted on a message board to her colleagues.The council woman from District 1 said starting Monday she will be taking medical leave for 60 days so she can get treatment. "This year has been extremely challenging for me. I live with depression and anxiety. Thankfully these issues can be treated with focused care. Starting Monday, September 25, I will be taking medical leave for 60 days," she wrote on the message board.Harper-Madison wrote that she has "every intention" of returning. In the interim, Harper-Madison says her staff will continue serving her district. "Our Chief of Staff Sharon Mays will manage ongoing projects and lead our team through this challenge. I’m thankful to the office of the City Manager and other City staff for the offers to support my team while I am away," she wrote. Several city council members responded ...

The Red River Rivalry will kick off before noon from the Cotton Bowl

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Rise and shine for the Red River Rivalry.Texas and Oklahoma clash for the 119th time Oct. 7 in the storied rivalry series at 11 a.m. CT from the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, the Big 12 Conference announced Monday. The game will air on ABC.MORE THAN THE SCORE: Stay up to date on sports stories like these, and sign up for our More than the Score sports newsletter at kxan.com/newslettersLast year, the Longhorns clobbered the Sooners 49-0 and Texas holds the series lead 63-50-5. The series has been playing in conjunction with the State Fair of Texas since 1929 and this year's game will be the 96th time the game will be played at a neutral site in Dallas.This is the first kickoff before noon for the Longhorns this season. No. 3 Texas takes on No. 24 Kansas at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium.

What to do if you're caught driving in hail

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A storm with hail moved through Central Texas late Sunday, damaging cars and homes. And some KXAN viewers told us they were on the road when the storm hit.If you're driving through a hail storm like this, here's a few tips for drivers to keep themselves, their passengers and others safe. Auto repair company Gerber Collision & Glass recommends turning on your low beam lights and reducing your speed. Drivers should be aware of the vehicles around them and keep three times the usual distance from other cars. PHOTOS: Large, damaging hail pummels parts of Central Texas Then, drivers should safely get off the road and to a covered shelter like a parking garage, overpass or a gas station canopy. If you need to pull over on the shoulder of the road, the car should be completely out of traffic lanes, Gerber Collision said. RELATED: No cover? Here are tips and tricks to protect your car from hail "The impact speed of hail is greater on a moving object, so your car is...

Gophers safety Craig McDonald granted eligibility for rest of this season

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

The NCAA has granted eligibility to Gophers defensive back Craig McDonald for the rest of this season, the Pioneer Press learned on Monday.The Minneapolis native was initially denied the chance to play in 2023 because he had transferred twice in his college career. From Minnehaha Academy, he started at Iowa State in 2020-21 and used his one allowed opportunity to transfer without sitting out a season when he went to Auburn for 2022.McDonald, a 6-foot-2, 215-pound safety/nickel back, is now expected to make his debut when Minnesota (2-2) plays Louisiana (3-1) at 11 a.m. Saturday at Huntington Bank Stadium.“We are excited for the young man,” head coach P.J. Fleck told the Pioneer Press. “This is not a win or something like that. This is just about being happy for the kid that he has the opportunity, doing all the right things and all the right steps. That is why the rule is in place.”When the NCAA initially denied McDonald’s waiver earlier this season, the U filed an appeal on M...

New HGTV show features homes around Capital Region

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:46 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- HGTV has been filming around the Capital Region for its new show "Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House." The series is set to wrap production in early October. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House" is the newest show for Ethan and Elizabeth Finkelstein, who also star in HGTV's "Cheap Old Houses." They are also the founders of the Instagram account of the same name with over 2.4 million followers.The eight-episode season follows the Finkelsteins as they guide homebuyers through purchasing, preserving and restoring their older properties. In June, fans voted to choose the name of the show and "Who's Afraid of a Cheap Old House" got the most votes. New HGTV show set in the Hudson Valley The series is set to premiere on HGTV in the spring of 2024. According to the HGTV communications manager, the show has filmed in:AlbanyTroyWhitehallGreenwichSharon SpringsWorchesterMenandsGranv...