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Montgomery High student who fatally stabbed classmate not responsible, DA says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

(KRON) -- A 15-year-old Montgomery High School freshman who fatally stabbed one of his classmates back in March is not responsible, according to the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office. The student, whose name is not being disclosed due to him being a minor, was involved in a fight at school. Sister of accused Bob Lee killer arrested for DUI, hit-and-run in SF One of the participants in the fight, 16-year-old Jayden Pienta, died from his wounds. Another 16-year-old student was treated for a stabbing wound to the hand but has since recovered.In March, the Sonoma County District Attorney’s Office filed a petition against the freshman for one count of voluntary manslaughter and one count of bringing a knife onto school grounds. On Monday, a judge found the teen, now age 16, responsible for bringing a knife to school, and not responsible for manslaughter. California law precludes any 15-year-old from being charged as an adult for any crime.In Monday's ruling, the presiding judge ...

Federal hate crime charges brought against South Carolina men accused of targeting Hispanic shoppers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Two men in South Carolina have been indicted on federal hate crime charges in connection with robberies targeting Hispanic customers outside gas stations and a Mexican grocery store.Charles Antonio Clippard, 26, and Michael Joseph Knox, 28, are accused of forcibly taking cash, cellphones and, in one instance, a car after following shoppers to their homes and holding them at gunpoint in 2021, according to a federal grand jury indictment issued Monday. The Columbia-area men intentionally picked victims they identified as Mexican or Hispanic, the U.S. Department of Justice said in a news release.South Carolina is one of two states in the country without laws that allow harsher punishments for violent hate crimes. The other is Wyoming. The 2015 racist massacre of nine Black members of the Emanuel AME church in Charleston has fueled the push to add a state-level hate crimes law in South Carolina, but some Republican state senators have repeatedly stalled the proposa...

Phil Foden inspires Man City to a 3-2 comeback win against Leipzig in the Champions League

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Trailing 2-0 at halftime against Leipzig in the Champions League on Tuesday, Phil Foden couldn’t believe what he was seeing from Manchester City.By the end he had inspired a rousing fightback as the defending champions won 3-2 to advance to the knockout stage of the competition atop Group G.“First half was the worst I’ve seen us. Courage and motivation changed it around,” Foden said. “This team has great mentality and it’s so nice to see.“We just needed that (first) goal to get going.”Foden scored one and helped to create two more as Pep Guardiola’s team preserved an unbeaten home record in the Champions League that dates back to 2018.The England forward set up a goal for Erling Haaland in the 54th minute and evened the score in the 70th. He then played a part in the buildup for substitute Julian Alvarez’s winner in the 87th to complete the comeback.Haaland’s goal saw him set another benchmark by becoming the fastest player to score 40 Champions League goa...

Muere el multimillonario Charlie Munger, mano derecha de Warren Buffett, a los 99 años

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

(CNN) –– El inversionista multimillonario Charlie Munger, viejo amigo y mano derecha de Warren Buffett, murió a los 99 años.Berkshire Hathaway, la firma de inversión donde Munger se desempeñó como vicepresidente, informó en un comunicado de prensa que él falleció “en paz” durante la mañana de este martes en un hospital de California. No se proporcionó ninguna causa de muerte.Charles Thomas Munger, conocido por su apodo “Charlie”, nació el 1 de enero de 1924 en Omaha, Nebraska. Munger sirvió en el ejército de EE.UU. durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, después de dejar la Universidad de Michigan en 1943 a los 19 años. Luego de la guerra, Munger asistió a la Facultad de Derecho de Harvard y se graduó con honores en 1948. Entonces se mudó al sur de California, donde ejerció el derecho en el sector inmobiliario.Wall Street lamentó la muerte de Munger y destacó su sorprendente carrera en Berkshire Hathaway.“Berkshire Hathaway no podría haber llegado a su estado actual sin...

Vikings to weigh options at quarterback during the bye

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Joshua Dobbs’ arrival and sudden emergence as the Vikings quarterback helped save Minnesota’s season. After a turnover-filled performance in Monday’s 12-10 loss to Chicago, Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell will evaluate if Dobbs will be the starter coming out of the team’s upcoming bye week.O’Connell said he considered pulling Dobbs from Monday’s game and inserting backup Nick Mullens for a spark. With a week to consider his options, O’Connell will weigh whether Dobbs, Mullens or rookie Jaren Hall will start at Las Vegas when the team plays on Dec. 10.“When you’re looking at our skill group overall, I think the quarterback position needs to be evaluated to just figure out what we think gives us the best chance to win both in the individual skill sets of all three of those guys and take a look at that from the standpoint of what’s the best fit right now for our team,” O’Connell said Tuesday.O’Connell’s consideration includes maximizing the return of All-Pro receiver J...

Kyle Gibson can earn $500,000 in annual performance bonuses in deal with Cardinals

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Kyle Gibson can earn an additional $500,000 in performance bonuses each season in his deal with the St. Louis Cardinals, which guarantees the 36-year-old right-hander $13 million.Gibson’s contract, announced Nov. 21, calls for a $12 million salary next year and includes a $12 million club option for 2025 with a $1 million buyout. He would earn a $500,000 bonus in any year he pitches 175 or more innings.Gibson would receive a $1 million assignment bonus if traded. He gets a hotel suite on road trips.Sonny Gray’s $75 million, three-year contract, announced Monday, calls for a $10 million salary next year, $25 million in 2025 and $35 million in 2026, according to details obtained by The Associated Press. The deal includes a $30 million option for 2027 that the team must first decide. If the option is exercised by the team, the pitcher has the right to opt out. If the option is not exercised by either side, Gray would receive a $5 million buyout payable in $...

Gusty winds topple National Christmas Tree near the White House

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

Gusty winds topple National Christmas tree on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. (Courtesy Andrew Leyden) Gusty winds topple National Christmas tree on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. (Courtesy Andrew Leyden) The National Christmas tree in D.C. near the White House is once again upright after strong winds toppled it Tuesday afternoon.The tree fell over around 1 p.m. during a strong wind gust, the National Park Service said.“After assessing the tree’s condition and replacing a snapped cable, the tree is now upright as of 6 p.m.,” a National Park Service spokesman said in statement.The National Christmas tree is upright again after strong winds blew it over. (WTOP/Dick Uliano)The Park Service said earlier that it was optim...

President Biden arrives in Denver for fundraiser, Pueblo visit Wednesday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — President Joe Biden arrived in Denver on Tuesday afternoon for a two-day visit to Colorado. Air Force One landed at Denver International Airport around 4:20 p.m.Biden spoke with Gov. Jared Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston for a few minutes on the tarmac before leaving in the presidential limousine.The White House said Biden will participate in a campaign reception Tuesday night, but no details were released. The Colorado Sun obtained a flyer for the event showing it's a fundraiser for the Biden Victory Fund with tickets that start at $1,000 and Polis as a guest. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox President Joe Biden is greeted by Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and Denver Mayor Mike Johnston upon arrival at Denver International Airport on Nov. 28, 2023. (Photo: ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images)The Biden Victory Fund is a joint fundraising committee that brings in money for the president's reelection campaign along with th...

2 killed in apparent murder-suicide in Parker parking lot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Two people were killed in an apparent murder-suicide near the Parker Holiday Inn on Tuesday, according to Parker police.The Parker Police Department reported that the call was received at about 12:47 p.m. regarding two bodies with gunshot wounds between the Holiday Inn and the Saltgrass Steakhouse in the 19000 block of Cottonwood Drive. Police say both victims are male adults, with one found dead in the parking lot and the second who was taken to the hospital and died. At almost 5 p.m., the department told FOX31 that the two deceased individuals knew each other and the department is in the process of notifying their next of kin. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox Parker police said they are still gathering facts, but are not looking for any additional suspects. ---If you are thinking of hurting or killing yourself:Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.Please get help immediately.

Man suffers 'medical event' and dies after arrest in Denver

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:27:32 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — A 43-year-old man died Sunday after having an "apparent medical event" while in police custody, according to the Denver Police Department.Denver Police reported that there is evidence the medical event and subsequent death could be related to narcotics; however, naloxone administered by officers shortly after the man lost consciousness had "no apparent effect." Denver among cities cleaning up homeless encampments. Advocates say it’s not an answer Denver Police provided a narrative of officers' interactions with the suspect, which started before 9 a.m. and ended at approximately 2:12 p.m.The man was arrested at about 8:47 a.m. in the 3700 block of North Quebec Street on a restraining order violation. Police said the order was related to a prior felony menacing incident by the man at the same location. 2 people found shot dead at Parker hotel A caller told police the suspect had removed an ankle monitor he was required to wear, and police later located the monitor ...