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Trump attorney: Hush payment ‘not directly related’ to campaign

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

(The Hill) -- An attorney representing former President Donald Trump in the Manhattan prosecutors’ hush money probe, which could soon culminate in criminal charges, described the case as “outrageous” on Monday.During an appearance on ABC’s “Good Morning America” with anchor George Stephanopoulos, attorney Joe Tacopina said an October 2016 hush payment at the center of the case that a Trump aide made to adult film star Stormy Daniels, who alleges she had an affair with Trump, was not “directly related” to Trump’s presidential campaign. Trump denies the affair.The hush money has reemerged as the primary focus of the probe being run by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg (D), who has empaneled a grand jury to hear evidence and could soon seek an indictment against the former president. Connecting the payment to a campaign finance violation could become the crux of the case.“I expect justice to prevail, and if that's the case, George, there shouldn't be an indictment,” Tacopina said...

Man killed daughter's suspected stalker with moose antler, sheriff says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

(NEXSTAR) – A Minnesota man showed up at the Cook County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday covered in blood and confessed to beating a 77-year-old to death, first with a shovel, then with a moose antler.Levi Axtell, 27, told sheriff's deputies he killed Lawrence V. Scully in his Grand Marais, Minnesota, home. Back in 2018, Axtell had accused the elderly man of stalking his 22-month-old daughter, the Star Tribune reports. In a request for a protective order, he said Scully would park his van outside his daughter's day care and wait for her to go out on walks. The court granted the protective order temporarily but dismissed it weeks later, according to the newspaper. Washington girl missing since 2018 found in Mexico: FBI Before Axtell's 2018 complaint, Scully was already a convicted sex offender. Cook County Sheriff Pat Eliasen confirmed to the Associated Press that Scully served a prison sentence for sexually assaulting a 6-year-old and was released in 1982. According to court d...

Police arrest suspect in northwest Austin hookah lounge shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- The Austin Police Department said it has arrested a suspect involved in a hookah lounge shooting in late January, where at least five people were shot, and two died. The shooting happened at the Moon Palace Hookah Lounge at 12636 Research Blvd. on Jan. 28. Brayden Bolyard, 17, was pronounced dead on the scene. APD also reported Jaitron Tatum, 18, later died from gunshot wounds. APD said because two people have died, the case is considered capital murder. Previous coverage: 2nd victim dies as a result of northwest Austin hookah lounge shooting, APD says A person of interest was previously identified but police did not release their name. APD said it was planning to hold a press conference at 11:30 a.m. to give an update on the investigation and announce the arrest of a suspect. The press conference will be streamed in the video player above.

Updating Target Field after brand refresh a massive undertaking for Twins staff

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

Limestone pieces engraved with the Twins’ new logos sat wrapped in plastic on palates in the bowels of Target Field last week. Many of the freshly printed graphics that still needed to be applied around the park sit in an upstairs suite. Clubhouse carpeting bearing the old logo still needs to be replaced, as do many logos on aisle seats throughout the ballpark.“Next week, it’ll be a dusty mess down here,” vice president of ballpark operations Dave Horsman said last week, gesturing to Twins-branded flooring inside the park that would soon be replaced as part of a two-week process.While Twins players are busy preparing for the season down in Florida, a project to transform the ballpark to reflect the Twins’ new logo and branding has reached its final month. Of the 4,500 or so logos and marks around the ballpark, Horsman estimates nearly 4,000 are being swapped out, a massive undertaking that has consumed the offseason.When the project started, Horsman had two words to describe it: “Co...

Capital Region snow emergencies for March 13-14 storm

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A winter storm is set to hit the Capital Region starting Monday night into Tuesday. According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed, this will be the biggest storm of the season yet. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The entire NEWS10 area is under a Winter Storm Warning between Monday afternoon and Wednesday morning. The high impact, long duration winter storm will bring heavy wet snow and gusty winds. Power outages are expected.Due to the storm, many municipalities are declaring snow emergencies. Check out the list of snow emergencies and parking restrictions throughout the Capital Region. The list will be updated as more snow emergencies are announced. 03/13/2023: Gearing up for a big nor’easter RotterdamNo parking on town roads between 6 p.m. on March 13 to 6 p.m. on March 15.AmsterdamThe snow emergency is in effect from 6 p.m. on Monday to 6 a.m. on Wednesday, March 15. No parking is allowed on city ...

Winter storm preparation press conference in Albany

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan and the Department of General Services Commissioner Sergio Panunzio will discuss the City's winter storm preparation and response efforts. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Members of the Albany Police Department, Albany Fire Department, and National Grid will be in attendance as well.

Meet Ms. Wheelchair New York 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

BROOKLYN, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Earlier this month, Khalia Hayslett was crowned Ms. Wheelchair New York 2023. The Brooklyn-based mom is preparing to embark on a year of service dedicated to advocating for people with all abilities. Ms. Wheelchair New York 2022 reflects on her reign The competition planned to take place in Schenectady, but winter weather moved the event online. Khalia will follow Heather Horwedel who spent her year of service advocating for a more inclusive community. Meet Glenville woman named 2023 New York Mother of the Year Ms. Wheelchair America isn't about appearance, it's a competition based on advocacy, achievement and presentation. Since 1972, the nonprofit organization has been crowning a spokeswoman for all people with disabilities.

Chatham declares snow emergency

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

CHATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Ahead of Monday night's impending winter storm, Chatham has declared a snow emergency. There will be no parking on certain village streets from 6 p.m. on March 13 until further notice. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Residents should not park on either side of:Austerlitz StreetHigh StreetMaiden LaneKinderhook StreetCemetery Hill RoadLibrary PlaceLocust StreetWoodbridge Avenue (from Hoffman Street to Church Street)Officials said residents are encouraged to park in the Depot Square Parking Lot. The two-hour parking laws will not be enforced during the emergency. 03/13/2023: Gearing up for a big nor’easter There is no parking on village streets between 3 a.m. and 6 a.m. Residents should make arrangements for alternative parking on streets that are not restricted during the emergency to allow snow to be cleared.

Police: Hudson Falls woman arrested for burglary

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Hudson Falls woman was arrested on March 11 for allegedly entering a residence and stealing a Blink camera. Tammy L. Mahan, 52, is being charged with Burglary 2nd Degree and Petit Larceny. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Mahan was arraigned in the Town of Moreau Court and released on her own recognizance. She is due back in court at a later date.

Special Olympic athlete red carpet event postponed

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:46:47 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The showing of "Champions" with a red carpet walk featuring Special Olympic Athletes and local college basketball players has been postponed until Monday, March 20, due to inclement weather. The event was originally planned for Monday night. Get all of the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The screening will still take place at 7 p.m. on the new date with the red carpet walk happening at 6 p.m.