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Employee killed at central Minnesota cement plant, sheriff says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

ISLE, Minn. — A 45-year-old central Minnesota man died Thursday after he became trapped in machinery at a cement plant in Mille Lacs County.The victim was identified as Chad Michael Minenko of Isle.According to the Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the incident, reported at 7:46 a.m., and located Minenko trapped in a portion of the Cemstone wash plant. Isle Fire and Rescue arrived at the scene and, with the help of Cemstone employees, were able to free Minenko and start lifesaving efforts.Minenko was transported to the Onamia hospital, where he was pronounced dead.“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and all of the first responders who helped,” Sheriff Kyle Burton said in a news release.The incident remains under investigation by local and federal workplace safety authorities, though Minenko’s death appears to be accidental, the sheriff’s office said.Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Pakistani doctor who sought to support I...

Rensselaer crews respond to multiple overdoses

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

RENSSELAER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- First responders were called to a report of suspected opioid overdose on Friday and found multiple unconscious patients. The incident took place around 5 p.m. on Chestnut Street. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police said the patients were administered multiple doses of Narcan. No one died, police said.The Rensselaer Police Department provided multiple resources for anyone who may be struggling with substance abuse issues, including those below: Schenectady PD investigating multiple suspected fatal overdoses Rensselaer Police Department (518) 462-7451Rensselaer County Recovery Help Line: 1-833-467-3123 (Open 9am-9pm daily)SAMHSA (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration)Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Unity House of Troy- Human Service Agency with a Wide Range of Services2431 6th Ave Troy, NY 12180 Phone: (518) 274-2633Elizabeth’s House for Women by Hope House, Inc.106-108 9th Stre...

Five new Missouri laws to know that become official Monday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - A series of bills approved in this year's Missouri legislative session will officially take effect on Monday, Aug. 28 as laws.Here’s a closer look at five new prominent state laws, addressing health, public safety and other topics. Judge allows Missouri ban on gender-affirming health care for minors to begin Monday SB 49 - Bans gender-affirming care for minorsMissouri will ban transgender children and some adults from gender-affirming care. For those under 18, this will block access to puberty blockers, hormones, and gender-affirming surgeries. Additionally, Medicaid will no longer cover gender-affirming treatments for adults, and the state will not provide gender-affirming surgeries to prisoners. Physicians who violate the law face some big risks. Violations could lead to the state revoking licenses, and patients with an illegal procedure could file a lawsuit seeking up to $500,000 in damages. According to the legislation, through Aug. 28, 2027, "no health ...

Mikolas stumbles, Cardinals bats quiet again in 7-2 loss to Phillies

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Cristopher Sanchez shrugged off an early homer to pitch six strong innings, Alec Bohm and Kyle Schwarber homered and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-2 on Friday night.Sanchez (2-3) and three relievers retired the final 21 St. Louis hitters. Nine of those outs came on strikeouts.Garrett Stubbs added an RBI double for the Phillies (70-58), who remained atop the National League wild-card standings while gaining ground on second-place Chicago — increasing that margin to three games.Paul Goldschmidt hit his 21st homer of the season in the first inning for St. Louis' only runs of the night. Third baseman Nolan Arenado left in the seventh inning with what the club described as lower-back tightness.Sanchez has helped solidify a gaping hole in the last spot in the starting rotation. Over his last 10 starts since June 30, Sanchez has gone at least six innings on six occasions. His ERA in those 10 starts has been 3.16.After surrendering the two-run ...

Rockies lose fifth straight as bullpen falters again vs. Orioles

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

BALTIMORE — The gut punches keep coming for the reeling Rockies.The Orioles staged an eighth-inning rally Friday night for a 5-4 victory. Gunnar Henderson ripped a two-run homer off reliever Brent Suter for the tying and go-ahead runs, sending the crowd at Oriole Park at Camden Yards into a frenzy.Suter hung a 1-0 slider and Henderson didn’t miss.The Rockies’ losing streak grew to five games, and it’s the most brutal stretch of the season. The Rockies have been in the lead, or tied for the lead, in the eighth inning in each game of those five losses. It’s the first time this has happened in franchise history, and last happened in MLB from in 1970 from May 26-30 with the Montreal Expos.The loss spoiled strong performances by shortstop Ezequiel Tovar and starter Kyle Freeland.Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Kyle Freeland throws to the Baltimore Orioles during the third inning of a baseball game, Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Corte...

Fingerprints of climate change found across Colorado’s Rocky Mountains amid world’s hottest month on record

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

As the earth roasted last month, reaching a global average temperature that scientists have confirmed to be the highest on record for any month, the Colorado High Country got an uneven sampling of the heat.Related ArticlesEnvironment | Urban devastation: Losing Lahaina and Superior is a warning siren for the world Environment | Polis signs order expediting affordable housing funding, state growth goals Environment | Letters: So far, Denver mayor focused on his campaign issue of tackling homeless crisis Environment | Opinion: If the Earth burning isn’t enough, what will spark climate protests? Environment | Colorado River restrictions eased thanks to “lucky” rain and snow but negotiators race toward long-term fix While parts of the southwestern Colorado Rocky Mountains were locked under the same heat dome that broiled states like Arizona and New Mexico, the northern mountain region mostl...

Robbery suspects at large after hitting Westfield Century City mall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

Police are searching for robbery suspects who targeted the Westfield Century City mall Friday evening.Officers received reports of a possible smash-and-grab robbery around 5:43 p.m. at the shopping center located on the 10200 block of Santa Monica Boulevard.Witnesses said they saw the suspects putting on masks before ransacking a store and fleeing the area. Police are searching for robbery suspects that targeted the Westfield Century City Mall on Aug. 25, 2023. (KTLA)Police are searching for robbery suspects that targeted the Westfield Century City Mall on Aug. 25, 2023. (KTLA)Police are searching for robbery suspects that targeted the Westfield Century City Mall on Aug. 25, 2023. (KTLA)The Westfield Century City mall in Los Angeles. (KTLA)It’s unknown which store was targeted as details remain limited.The suspects were reportedly seen driving away in three different getaway vehicles, described as a white Honda Civic, a white van and a Chevy Silverado.Police responded to the sh...

Three-bedroom home sells in Alameda for $1.6 million

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

A 1,836-square-foot house built in 1927 has changed hands. The historic property located in the 2800 block of Buena Vista Avenue in Alameda was sold on July 10, 2023, for $1,560,000, or $850 per square foot. This single-story home has three bedrooms and one bath. In addition, the house provides a garage.Additional houses that have recently changed hands close by include:A 1,997-square-foot home on the 1600 block of Moreland Drive in Alameda sold in June 2023, for $1,955,000, a price per square foot of $979. The home has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In July 2023, a 3,036-square-foot home on Pearl Street in Alameda sold for $1,504,000, a price per square foot of $495. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.On Lincoln Avenue, Alameda, in April 2023, a 2,553-square-foot home was sold for $1,700,000, a price per square foot of $666. The home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

Chickens, mosquitos test positive for West Nile in Contra Costa County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

(KRON) -- The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District is reporting one chicken from its flock near Knightsen, and two chickens from a flock in Oakley, have tested positive for antibodies against West Nile virus. The district maintains flocks of sentinel chickens at four locations."When a chicken is bitten by an infected mosquito, the chicken develops antibodies to fight off the virus.  Samples that test positive for antibodies provide evidence of virus activity in specific areas of the county," vector control officials wrote.A group of mosquitoes trapped in Discovery Bay recently tested positive for West Nile virus, as well as a bird that died in Antioch. District employees will be conducting surveillance and control in areas where mosquitoes are found.The district is advising all Contra Costa County residents to reduce their risk of mosquito bites. "The risk of exposure to West Nile virus will continue until the overnight low temperatures start dropping below 55 degrees. ...

SF restaurant bans armed officers, police union responds

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:11:34 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- One San Francisco restaurant is feuding with police officers. Reem's California in the Mission District is going back and forth on social media with the San Francisco Police Officers Association (SFPOA).Reem's implemented a policy that bans armed police officers from entering the business located at 2901 Mission St., according to an Instagram post on Friday. The business said the reason is to have a "deep commitment to uplifting social and racial justice in our communities." Cruise car crashes into vehicle after attempting to make turn: SFPD "In a time of increased gun violence -- particularly impacting people of color, youth, and queer people -- we believe that maintaining a strict policy of prohibiting guns in our restaurant keeps us safer," Reem's wrote on social media. SFPOA called out the restaurant on X, formerly known as Twitter. On Thursday, they said one of their officers was denied service last weekend because he was in uniform. Reem's said they d...