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Sheriff: Gunman’s parents among 6 dead in Texas attacks; he was earlier arrested for family assault

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A Texas man suspected of killing his parents in San Antonio and four others in Austin in a violent trail of separate attacks had cut off his ankle monitor from a previous misdemeanor domestic violence arrest, authorities said Wednesday.The suspect, Shane James, 34, also had been confronted by deputies for a mental health call when he was naked at his parents’ home, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar said at a news conference in the San Antonio area. But deputies did not arrest him at that time, despite a misdemeanor warrant for cutting off the ankle monitor. James will be charged with murder or capital murder in his county in the coming days, the sheriff added.James has already been charged with two counts of capital murder related to the killings in Austin in separate attacks authorities said began Tuesday morning and ended with the suspect crashing his car that evening during a police pursuit. Four people were found dead in two homes in Austin, more than 80 m...

Man City loses 1-0 at Aston Villa as winless run extends to 4 matches in wobbling EPL title defense

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Manchester City’s winless run in the Premier League extended to four games after being outplayed in a 1-0 loss at Aston Villa on Wednesday.Leon Bailey scored off a deflected shot in the 74th minute to leave City six points behind first-place Arsenal and in fourth place, also behind Liverpool and now Villa.City was dominated in midfield without Rodri, its midfield lynchpin who was suspended, and could have been beaten by a bigger margin at Villa Park. Douglas Luiz struck the post for Villa and City goalkeeper Ederson Moraes was forced into several saves, with the hosts having 13 shots in the first half.The loss — the champions’ third of its title defense — came after three straight draws, against Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham.___AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerSource

Man United beats Chelsea 2-1 in the Premier League after Scott McTominay scores twice

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Scott McTominay scored twice as Manchester United beat Chelsea 2-1 in the Premier League on Wednesday.The midfielder netted his fifth and sixth goals of the season to move Erik ten Hag’s team within three points of the top four.After a difficult few days for Ten Hag, McTominay had the Old Trafford crowd celebrating with goals in each half.United came into the game after a 1-0 loss at Newcastle and reports of unrest in the locker room, which prompted to club to bar some journalists from its pregame news conference on Tuesday.But Ten Hag’s players produced one of their most impressive attacking performances of the season to get back to winning ways.McTominay fired United ahead in the 19th minute and headed in a winner in the 69th after Cole Palmer had leveled for Chelsea.Bruno Fernandes also missed a penalty for the home team.___James Robson is at https://twitter.com/jamesalanrobson___AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerSource

Bryce Harper’s agent says Phillies star would agree to new deal beyond 2031

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Bryce Harper’s agent says the Philadelphia Phillies star would be willing to accept a contract that goes beyond the expiration of his current deal in 2031.Harper agreed to a $330 million, 13-year contract ahead of the 2019 season and agent Scott Boras has spoken with Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski about Harper’s preference. “Bryce certainly has expressed to them that he wants to end his career in Philadelphia. I’ve certainly told Dave that I think Bryce is a franchise player,” Boras said Wednesday at the winter meetings. “He wants to work out an extension.”The 31-year-old Harper batted .293 with 21 homers and 72 RBIs in 126 games, returning on May 2 after having Tommy John surgery on Nov. 23, 2022.He led the Phillies to the 2022 World Series, where they lost to Houston.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/MLBSource

Habría agredido a un familiar y sirvió en el Ejército: lo que se sabe del sospechoso de tiroteos en Texas

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

SAN ANTONIO – El Departamento de Policía de Austin confirmó este martes que el nombre del sospechoso involucrado en múltiples balaceras en San Antonio y luego en la capital de Texas es Shane James, 34 años.La policía de Austin informó que la serie de tiroteos ocurrió entre el condado Bexar, en San Antonio, y en Austin, a unas 80 millas al norte.En los incidentes aislados, que se registraron en cinco zonas distintas, también resultaron heridos de bala dos oficiales de la policía y un ciclista.Robin Henderson, jefa interina del Departamento de Policía de Austin, confirmó que el sospechoso fue detenido tras un intercambio de disparos con un oficial y de una persecución sobre las 7:00 p.m. La policía logró detenerlo después de que chocó su auto. Desde San Antonio a Austin: cronología de serie de tiroteos mortales en Texas Perú en suspenso por posible excarcelación del expresidente Fujimori, condenado por 25 asesinatos ...

Jeffco responds to claim 11-year-old assigned trans roommate on school trip

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) -- On Monday, Joe and Serena Wailes sent a letter to Jeffco Public Schools demanding action after they say their 11-year-old daughter was assigned a transgender roommate on an overnight school trip."For me, it was really frustrating," Joe Wailes said. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox The trip to Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia happened over the summer. Serena Wailes said her daughter was assigned a hotel room with three other girls."Her bedmate informed her that he was a boy who identifies as transgender," Serena recalled.The mother was also on the trip and said her daughter called her from the bathroom."She actually got along really well with the other student, but just felt uncomfortable with the idea of being in bed with a biological boy," she said.After multiple discussions with the chaperone, Serena said the other student was moved to another room with one of the other girls.ADF sends letter on behalf of Jeff...

Cortez says goodbye to fallen police Sgt. Michael Moran

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

CORTEZ, Colo. (KDVR) — Crowds of people gathered for a memorial service at the Cortez Recreation Center to honor fallen Cortez Police Sgt. Michael Moran.Cortez Police Sgt. Michael Moran was killed during a traffic stop on Nov. 29, 2023. (Cortez Police Department)Moran was shot and killed during a traffic stop last week."Today, we lie to rest a hero, a great man, a father, a son and a friend to many at the Cortez Police Department," Sgt. Rogelio Maynard said.Speakers said Moran had a calling for service. He served two tours as a Marine in Iraq. Then he joined the Cortez Police Department, where he spent years as a K-9 handler and developed a special relationship with his dog, Otto, who just passed in October."Mike loved Otto, and he wanted to make sure that everyone loved Otto too. So, we are happy to know that they are back together," Maynard said.Chief Vernon Knuckles told the crowd that Moran was quite a leader."Mike is a hero not because of how he left us, but because of how he l...

Colorado State Patrol: 'All Reasons to Drive Sober' illustrated by DUI course

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

GOLDEN, Colo. (KDVR) -- On Wednesday, the Colorado State Patrol set up its driving under the influence pedal cart driving course in Golden.The goal? Showing the dangers of getting behind the wheel intoxicated. Paraglider in critical condition, rescued in Boulder "Our message is simple: plan ahead," said Sgt. Troy Kessler, public information officer with the Colorado State Patrol. CSP troopers said that during December, holiday parties and friend/family gatherings can increase the number of people on the road driving after consuming alcohol. "In December 2022, the Colorado State Patrol investigated 192 crashes, which resulted in 8 fatalities," CSP said in a press release this week. "The Colorado State Patrol also issued 352 citations in December 2022." Troopers, along with reporters, were able to try the DUI goggles of various levels firsthand to navigate a pedal cart through a cone course. "This gives us a safe way to demo the effects of alcohol," Kessler said. To test the D...

Colorado law enforcement agencies on lookout for DUIs this holiday season

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- The Colorado Department of Transportation is reminding drivers that no one is above the law this holiday season: not Rudolph, not the Grinch and not even Santa Claus. CDOT reported 48 people were killed on Colorado roads last December, and half of those deaths involved an impaired driver. State Patrol: ‘All Reasons to Drive Sober’ illustrated by DUI course So far this year in Colorado, 208 people have been killed in crashes involving an impaired driver, amounting to about one-third of all traffic deaths in the state, according to CDOT.That's why Colorado State Patrol and 71 local law enforcement agencies are ramping up enforcement for drunken driving and increasing safety patrols across the state for the holiday season.What is a DUI enforcement period?CSP conducts 15 DUI enforcement periods throughout the year, typically coinciding with holidays. Aurora ranks as deadliest DUI city in Colorado so far this year During last year's holiday DUI enforcement period, 47...

Dolphins, Miami Gardens councilman donate new TVs to 6 Miami Gardens schools

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:43:57 GMT

The season of gift giving is upon us, and several Miami Garden schools received a huge gift from the Miami Dolphins. The Miami Dolphins, in collaboration with City of Miami Gardens Councilman Reggie Leon, donated 300 gently used TVs to six Miami Gardens schools, all in an effort to enrich learning experiences for students. “This shows that we are one,” said Leon. “We are in the same neighborhood and it shows the kids that once you make it, continue to give back”Christina McDermott, a student at Carol City Senior High School, expressed her gratitude about the generous donations.“Greatness recognizes greatness, and it’s a great day when the Chiefs and the Dolphins come together,” she said.The flat-screens were delivered to the sound of music and plenty of Dolphins spirit.“In the season that we’re in right now, the gift-giving season, we are very appreciative, said Kimaury Mcgregor, a student at Carol City Senior High School.One of ...