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Video: Judge attacked in Las Vegas courtroom during sentencing

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

Graphic warning: The video above may be disturbing for some viewers.LAS VEGAS (KLAS) -- A man attacked a Las Vegas judge in her courtroom Wednesday, forcing her to take cover and injuring a marshal in the process, a video obtained by Nexstar's KLAS reveals.Deobra Redden, 30, a three-time felon, was in Clark County District Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus’ courtroom for sentencing on a charge of attempted battery with substantial bodily harm, records said. These were the most on-time US airlines, airports of 2023: report Holthus was sitting behind the bench when Redden ran up to her, jumped over the bench and attacked her, the video shows. Several other people then fought with Redden before throwing him to the ground. An alarm also sounded for several minutes alerting others to the incident.Before the attack, Redden's attorney asked Holthus to sentence his client to probation. Holthus then said, "I think it's time he get a taste of something else."Deobra Redden, 30, a three-time felon...

Chris Flexen could earn $1 million in bonuses for innings as part of White Sox contract

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

CHICAGO (AP) — Chris Flexen could boost his earnings by $1 million to $2.75 million with the Chicago White Sox this year if he pitches 160 or more innings.The 29-year-old right-hander is guaranteed $1.75 million as part of the one-year contract the team announced Saturday.He would earn $250,000 each for 75, 100, 125 and 160 innings. He has reached 160 innings just once in his big league career, pitching 179 2/3 in 2021.Flexen played for Seattle and Colorado last season, going 2-8 with a 6.86 ERA in 102 1/3 innings over 16 starts and 13 relief appearances. He is 27-34 with a 4.95 ERA in 120 major league starts and 40 relief appearances. As other free agency dominos fall, Cody Bellinger return to Cubs becomes more likely Flexen had an $8 million salary last season. He was designated for assignment by Seattle on June 27 and then traded to the New York Mets, who designated him for assignment. Flexen signed a minor league deal with Colorado and was called up from Triple-A Albuquer...

Oklahoma teen may be first person to beat original Tetris

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

(WJW/NEXSTAR) — You're likely familiar with Tetris, the block-stacking game created in the 1980s. But you've likely never beaten the game, or didn't even know the game could be beat. It appears that a 13-year-old boy in Oklahoma has done just that. The competitive gamer, identified as Willis Gibson — but maybe better known by his YouTube screen name, Blue Scuti — posted a video of his Dec. 21, 38-minute achievement on Tuesday.In the video, Gibson is seen playing the original Tetris on the Nintendo Entertainment System. When he reaches level 156 of the game, you hear him say, “Oh my God,” and “Please crash.” Mountain Dew bringing ‘fan-favorite’ drink back to stores nationwide Soon after, he hit level 157 and the game seemingly crashed, meaning he beat the game. The 13-year-old was clearly in disbelief, saying, “I’m going to pass out. I can’t feel my fingers. I can’t feel my hands. Oh my God.”According to 404 Media and multiple other reports, Blue Scuti is the first known human...

These were the most on-time US airlines, airports of 2023: report

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — While 2023 didn't feature an epic air travel meltdown, some airlines and airports fared better than others when it came to on-time performance, according to a report from Cirium, the aviation analytics company.Delta Air Lines led the list for the most on-time airline in North America with its over 1.6 million flights arriving on time 85% of the time. This is the third year in a row that Delta has taken top honors. Flying to these US cities will be a lot cheaper in 2024 "The industry has experienced a whirlwind of developments, including a continuous increase in travel demand after the pandemic, strain on airport infrastructure, labor shortages, and rising fuel costs," James Hetzel, product marketing director at Cirium, said in the report. "Additionally, the diverse routes and varying weather conditions in North America present additional complexities for airline operations."Alaska Airlines was second at 82% of its 404,925 flights arriving on time. To be considered "on-...

Multiple state capitols receive bomb threats, prompting lockdowns

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

At least six state capitols across the country received bomb threats early Wednesday morning, prompting evacuations and lockdowns, though no dangerous items were immediately discovered.Evacuations and lockdowns were reported at state capitols in Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Connecticut and Michigan due to apparent bomb threats. It’s not clear whether or how the incidents might be connected.The FBI said in a statement to The Hill that it was aware of the multiple threats, urging members of the public “to remain vigilant, and report any and all suspicious activity and/or individuals to law enforcement immediately.""The FBI takes hoax threats very seriously because it puts innocent people at risk. While we have no information to indicate a specific and credible threat, we will continue to work with our local, state, and federal law enforcement partners to gather, share, and act upon threat information as it comes to our attention,” the agency said in a statem...

Records: Shoe sale meet-up leads to Barton Creek Square Mall shooting

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

Editor’s note: The above video shows KXAN’s morning headlines for Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2023.AUSTIN (KXAN) — Four people meeting for a public sale initiated through Facebook Marketplace led to a shooting at Barton Creek Square Mall, according to court records filed Tuesday.Documents said on Dec. 12, the Austin Police Department received multiple calls regarding gunshots being heard at the mall. When police arrived, a man was found with a gunshot wound to the arm. RELATED | Austin Police arrest suspect in shooting at Barton Square Mall According to court documents, the man told police he was there to buy a pair of shoes with his friend.A Texas DPS trooper found another man at the scene who said he was “jumped for an unknown reason,” according to documents. Documents said the man gave police a false name, but he was later identified as 22-year-old Joe Celso Perez."Based off providing a false name while detained as an involved party during an Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon inve...

Two injured after crash in north Travis County, ATCEMS says

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) -- Two people were injured after they were pinned in their vehicle from a crash in north Travis County on Wednesday, Austin-Travis County EMS said on social media.Around 5:45 p.m., medics responded to the crash on Bee Creek Road and Pace Bend Road South. Travis County Starflight also responded to the crash. A total of five people were extricated from the vehicle.One person was transported by Starflight with serious injuries, and another was transported with non-life-threatening injuries to Dell. Furthermore, the other three people involved refused transport, medics said. Medics said to expect continued traffic closures as the crash remains under investigation.

Teenager in critical condition after vehicle-pedestrian collision in northeast Austin

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) --- A 14-year-old girl in Austin is fighting for her life after getting hit by a car over the weekend, according to the teen's family. They said they know little about what happened and are trying to get answers, but are running into a wall with the investigation. ATCEMS responded to scene On Dec. 30, Austin-Travis County EMS sent a social media post about a vehicle-pedestrian incident on Farmhaven Road that it responded to. Medics said one person was unconscious at the scene. "ATCEMS medics have transported a teenaged patient to Dell Seton Medical Center with critical, life-threatening injuries," it posted on social media.Emani Carter said that was her younger sister, Treyshur Carter.Treyshur Carter's family said she goes to Bohls Middle School and is very active with several sports. (Photo: Emani Carter)"Her neck is fractured," Carter said. "They had to remove her spleen. She had problems with her kidneys."Carter said her sister was riding a scooter at the time."I ju...

Songs that will turn 20 years old in 2024

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

(KFDX/KJTL) — The year 2004 was a significant one in American culture. Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook. Microsoft released Halo 2. The show Friends came to an end after 10 seasons on the air. The Boston Red Sox broke an 86-year-old curse and won the World Series. Taylor Swift's new romance, eclipse among most joyous moments of 2023 The year 2004 was also a significant year for music. After making a name for himself as a ground-breaking producer, Kanye West proved himself to be an equally capable rapper, releasing his first album, The College Dropout, which launched him into stardom.Wanting to go in a new direction after winning the debut season of American Idol, Kelly Clarkson released her second studio album, Breakaway, in 2004, which sold over 12 million copies and eventually earned the artist her first two Grammys. Gwen Stefani, the face of the popular rock group No Doubt, released her first solo album, diving deeper into the pop genre.Pop punk and emo were at the peak of the...

Man sentenced to probation for stealing minivan with kenneled show dog at South St. Paul hotel

Published Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:07:46 GMT

A man who took a minivan that had a prize-winning boxer kenneled in the back in South St. Paul has been sentenced to three years of probation.Timothy Jeffery Borrman, 36, pleaded guilty to motor vehicle theft and was sentenced the same day last month for jumping into the running Chrysler Town & Country at Envision Hotel and driving away on Jan. 8, 2022.Michelle Baker and Jasper. (Courtesy photo)The van’s owner, Michelle Baker of Rock Island, Ill., and Jasper, her 2-year-old boxer dog, were in town to compete in the Land O’Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show in downtown St. Paul’s RiverCentre and were staying at the hotel. On the show’s first day, Jasper won the Best of Breed award.After the theft, South St. Paul police turned to Facebook to get the word out. Borrman was recognized, leading to Jasper being found safe two days later and returned to Baker.Borrman told police he was on meth and homeless at the time of the theft, the charges said.A plea deal that Borrman, now of St. Pau...