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Man charged with setting one mosque fire; he’s also suspected of vandalizing Ilhan Omar’s office

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

A man suspected of setting fires to Minneapolis mosques and vandalizing the office of U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar was indicted Thursday on federal charges of arson and damage to religious property.Jackie Rahm Little, 36, was indicted by a federal grand jury for an April 24 fire at the Masjid Al-Rahma mosque. Authorities are also investigating him as a suspect in a fire that damaged the Masjid Omar Islamic Center inside a Somali shopping mall on April 23, as well as in the January vandalism of U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar’s office and of a Somali American police officer’s vehicle, U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger said at a news conference.“The freedom to worship is sacrosanct. We will respond to any attack on any house of worship with urgency and determination,” said Luger, who noted that the charge accusing Little of damaging religious property is a civil rights violation.An undated photo provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Minnesota of Jackie Rahm Little, who was arrested on Satur...

Minneapolis scientist Brian Alzua to compete on Friday’s episode of ‘Jeopardy!’

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

Brian Alzua, a biocompatibility scientist from Minneapolis, will compete on “Jeopardy!” in an episode that airs at 4:30 p.m. Friday on KARE 11.“I’m so excited to share that I will be on ‘Jeopardy’ coming straight to your living room on May 5!! Be sure to shout anything I didn’t know the answer to at your screen for maximum viewing enjoyment,” Alzua wrote in an Instagram post that showed him and host Mayim Bialik on the game show’s set.It remains to be seen if Alzua can match the success of Minneapolis meteorologist Eric Ahasic, who won six games in a row last June and returned to compete in two shows of the Tournament of Champions in November.Now in its 39th season, “Jeopardy!” draws a weekly audience of more than 20 million viewers. The show has won a total of 43 Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award for “celebrating and rewarding knowledge.”Related ArticlesMovies & TV | Meghan Markle’s estranged family gives interview before coronation, pleads for reunio...

2 baby bison born in Dakota County park come as a ‘wonderful surprise’

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

“It was a wonderful surprise,” said Tom Lewanski, when two baby bison were born back-to-back last weekend at Dakota County’s Spring Lake Park Reserve.When eight bison were relocated to the park last fall, Lewanski, who works as the park’s natural resource manager, said they were keeping an eye on the lead bison and had suspicions she was pregnant.Much to their surprise, a two-year-old bison gave birth to a new calf on April 28 and, 24 hours later, the other two-year-old bison gave birth as well.“It was a total surprise,” Lewanski said, adding “The lead cow may not even be pregnant.”Located northwest of Hastings, the park is along the Mississippi River and includes around 160 acres of prairie landscape.During the winter months, Lewanski said the bison were out of public view for the most part to give the herd time to bond and create their own social structure.“We intentionally secluded them so they could form their own herd … We wanted them to get to know each other and their new hom...

Missouri officials, lawmakers react to Kim Gardner's resignation

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - After months of calls, requests, and demands for her to resign, St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner is stepping down. Her resignation is effective June 1.Gardner, the city’s first African American chief prosecutor, announced her resignation Thursday afternoon. "It is with a heavy heart but steadfast resolve that I am resigning my position as your Circuit Attorney, effective June 1st," she says in a two-page letter. Missouri officials and lawmakers have learned of this decision and are weighing in on Gardner, who resigned following a series of legal battles. Mike Parson - Missouri Governor"Our office has officially been notified of the resignation of Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner, effective June 1, 2023.We fully understand the gravity of this situation and approach our duty to appoint a replacement with the utmost seriousness. We will immediately start the replacement process according to the Missouri Constitution and Section 105.050, RSMo.We are committed to ...

Cardinals swept again, drop sixth straight with 11-7 loss to Angels

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Luis Rengifo homered, drove in four runs and finished a triple shy of the cycle, as the Los Angeles Angels beat the St. Louis Cardinals 11-7 on Thursday to complete a three-game sweep.The Angels won for the fourth straight time to improve to four games above .500. The Cardinals lost their sixth in a row and have dropped nine of their last 10.Griffin Canning (2-0) gave up five runs in five innings to earn his second-straight decision for the Angels. Canning allowed six hits, struck out three and walked three.Rengifo’s three-run homer capped a four-run second inning and gave the Angels a 4-2 lead. He drove in another with a sacrifice fly in the fourth and scored twice.The Angels blew the game open by sending 11 batters to the plate in a six-run third that featured seven hits — all of which were singles. Zach Neto, who left Wednesday’s game in the fifth inning with a right finger contusion, capped the inning with a two-run single to make it 10-2.Matt Thaiss had a pair ...

Colorado judicial watchdog seeks unprecedented public censure of former Chief Justice Nathan Coats

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

The Colorado Commission on Judicial Discipline is seeking the public censure of former state Supreme Court Chief Justice Nathan “Ben” Coats for his role in a controversial contract given to a top administrator — an unprecedented rebuke of the state’s foremost judicial figure.The censure request is based on an agreement between Coats and the discipline commission, which found he failed to “perform judicial and administrative duties competently and diligently,” the commission announced in a statement Thursday.While such a censure carries no penalty, it would mark the first time a Colorado Supreme Court justice has ever faced this type of discipline. Coats retired in 2020.The entire Colorado Supreme Court recused itself from the case, directing a special tribunal comprised of judges from the Colorado Court of Appeals to review the matter.“The Special Tribunal will review the parties’ stipulation to affirm or deny the Commission’s recommendation,” the statement s...

Tavern restaurateur countersues his mom, says she pilfered company funds

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

A Denver restaurateur who is being sued by his mother has countersued her for allegedly spending company funds on Denver Broncos tickets and other personal items.Frank Schultz, who along with his mother Terry Papay founded Tavern Hospitality Group, was sued by Papay and her husband Albert Papay on March 15. Also listed as plaintiffs are nine companies behind the mother-and-son duo’s restaurant and real estate holdings.The Papays accused Schultz of failing to pay back $3.7 million in loans they gave him and of funneling “corporate assets for his personal use.” Their lawsuit seeks at least $7.75 million.In a statement to BusinessDen last month, Schultz said he was “disappointed” that his mother would make “a years-long family dispute open to the public” and alleged that “her lawsuit mischaracterizes the facts and omits key information.” Schultz said he was only trying to protect company funds from his mother after uncovering “several concerning facts.”And on April 24, Schultz put seve...

Brief tornado hits Carson, Compton area, causing damage

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

A tornado hit the Carson and Compton area Thursday morning, causing damage to businesses and leaving debris strewn around. The National Weather Service confirmed that a brief EF0 tornado occurred near the border of the two cities. "Based on broadcast media video, there was minor damage to buildings, vehicle damage from debris, and tree damage," the agency tweeted. Damage caused by the weather event suggested that the incident had peak winds of 75 mph, according to a preliminary storm report from the NWS. Around 8:55 a.m., the Los Angeles County Fire Department was called to 169th and Walnut streets for a downed tree amid what was previously described as a strong weather cell went through the area.Aerial video from Sky5 showed other damage, including pieces of torn-off roofs and debris blown around.The roof of a business was damaged when a powerful weather cell hit Carson on May 4, 2023. (KTLA)The roof of a business was damaged when a powerful weather cell hit Carson on May 4, 2023. ...

Famed Yosemite waterfall to receive Postal Service stamp

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

One of California's most iconic natural landmarks is getting immortalized by the United States Postal Service.Next month, the Postal Service is set to unveil a new batch of Forever Stamps inspired by the some of the nation's most breathtaking waterfalls.Among those places of interest to be honored is Nevada Fall, in Yosemite National Park. The famous water drop is one of the park's most visited attractions and is located at the pinnacle of a heavily trafficked hiking trail adjacent to Liberty Cap and the park's most famous landmark, Half Dome.The 594-foot fall is located along Mist Trail, which also takes hikers on a journey past its sister fall, Vernal. Nevada Fall is one of 12 waterfalls to be celebrated by USPS. The full list can be found below:Deer Creek Falls; Grand Canyon National Park, ArizonaNevada Fall; Yosemite National Park, CaliforniaHarrison Wright Falls; Ricketts Glen State Park, PennsylvaniaLower Falls of the Yellowstone River; Yellowstone National Park, WyomingWaimok...

Live Nation concert week offers 3000+ concerts, shows for $25 each

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:06:36 GMT

Frugal concertgoers can save a bundle on thousands of shows across North America this year as part of a popular promotion by Live Nation.Live Nation's Concert Week offers fans the opportunity to buy tickets for more than 3,800 concerts and shows across the continent for only $25.The annual weeklong event features more than 300 acts across multiple music genres and performance mediums, including concerts by Maroon 5, Shania Twain, Snoop Dogg, Beck & Phoenix, as well as comedy performances by Bill Maher, Chelsea Handler and Ben Schwartz.Live Nation is offering $25 tickets for thousands of shows starting next week. (Live Nation)The shows are offered at venues of various sizes across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Tickets go on sale from May 10-16, while supplies last on Live Nation's website. Presale is available for Verizon customers and Rakuten members.Participating performers include:$NOTFrank Turner & The Sleeping SoulsNMIXX3 Doors Downand The InterruptersThe Offspr...