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Israel formally declares war against Hamas as it battles to push militants off its soil

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

Jerusalem and Gaza (CNN) — Israel formally declared war on Hamas on Sunday, setting the stage for a major military operation in Gaza as fighting rages on Israeli soil following Saturday’s surprise assault by the Islamist militant group in which hundreds of Israelis were killed.The shock terror attack led to the deadliest day in decades for Israel and came after months of surging violence between Palestinians and Israelis, with the long-running conflict now heading into uncharted and dangerous new territory. Questions are also swirling over how the Israeli military and intelligence apparatus appeared to be caught off guard in one of the country’s worst security failures.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed retaliation, warning his country would take “mighty vengeance” and was readying for “a long and difficult war” ahead. He urged Palestinians living in Gaza to “leave now.”Throughout Saturday and into Sunday, Hamas launched thousands of ro...

Driver killed after vehicle crosses into oncoming traffic, strikes tow truck in South Boston

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

A 23-year-old woman was killed after her vehicle appeared to cross into oncoming traffic and strike a flatbed tow truck in South Boston, according to authorities.Massachusetts State Police said the crash happened on South Boston Bypass Road, just east of Frontage Road around 11:30 p.m. on Saturday.The crash victim was reportedly driving a 2023 Chrysler Pacifica on the roadway heading west when, for reasons that are under investigation, her vehicle crossed into the eastbound lane and hit an oncoming tow truck.“The operator of the Chrysler, a 23-year-old woman, sustained severe injuries and was extricated from her vehicle by responding Troopers,” MSP spokesperson Dave Procopio said in a news release. “She was transported by Boston EMS to Boston Medical Center, where she was pronounced deceased.”Authorities said the driver of the tow truck, a 65-year-old man from Rowley, had minor injuries from the crash and was taken to Mass General for evaluation.No additonal ...

Patrots inactives: J.C. Jackson, Jonathan Jones both dressing vs. Saints

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

FOXBORO — The Patriots are getting some reinforcements in their secondary.Patriots cornerbacks Jonathan Jones and J.C. Jackson are active Sunday against the Saints. The team needed help at the position with Christian Gonzalez, Jack Jones and Marcus Jones on injured reserve.The Patriots acquired Jackson in a trade with the Chargers this week. He was still recovering from a knee injury early this season with the Chargers.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots-Saints preview: Can Bill Belichick and Mac Jones stop the bleeding? New England Patriots | Patriots make series of transactions day before game vs. Saints New England Patriots | NFL notes: The Patriots have failed Mac Jones, but they need quarterback to save them anyway New England Patriots | Four most important Patriots players Week 5 vs. Saints New England Patriots | Patriots Extra Points: Rookie has ‘good future,’ Jamie Collins reti...

Over a dozen minor injuries after footbridge collapses northeast of Quebec City

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

Over a dozen people suffered minor injuries and some were taken to hospital after a footbridge collapsed at an event to celebrate a mountain bike World Cup event northeast of Quebec City on Saturday.Quebec provincial police spokeswoman Camille Savoie says several dozen people were lining up on the footbridge to enter the event at the Mont-Ste-Anne convention centre when the structure collapsed at about 9:30 p.m.She says about 17 people suffered minor injuries, including 10 or so who were taken to hospital.The event organizer says a medical team was immediately deployed and the building was evacuated. Mouvement Production says all the injured people received the care they needed and that measures were put in place to ensure the event is safe.The organizer added that today’s UCI Mountain Bike World Cup programming is continuing as scheduled.

8 injured after River North shooting: CPD

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

CHICAGO -- Eight individuals are injured after a shooting that took place in River North early Sunday morning. According to police, a group of indiivduals were having a hysical altercation near the 300 block of Eerie Street around 2:38 a.m. when shots were fired. An unidentified man sustained a gunshot wound to his head and was transported to Northwestern Hospital in critical condition.A 43-year-old woman sustained a gunshot wound to her abdomen and was transported to Stroger Hospital in critical condition.Another man sustained a gunshot wound to his abdomen and was transported to Northwestern Hospital in critical condition.A 27-yer-old woman sustained a gunshot wound to her foot and she was transported to Northwestern Hospital and is listed in good condition. 10 people, including 4 police officers, injured in crash, shooting on South Side Another man sustained a gunshot wound to his groin and was transported to Northwestern Hospital, where he is listed in good condition.A 27-year...

Map: Where fall colors are peaking, and where they will soon

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — Now that we’re well into fall, you’re likely seeing the leaves on the trees around you changing — if they haven’t fallen already. Depending on where you live, that may be the case. According to a new prediction map, many parts of the country are already well into peak fall colors. SmokyMountains.com, a travel brand dedicated to promoting the Smoky Mountain region, produces a fall foliage map every year, showing when areas in the U.S. will near, reach, and surpass peak colors. To develop its fall foliage forecast, SmokyMountains.com uses geographical and meteorological data including: temperature and precipitation data; forecasted temperature and precipitation; the types of trees known to be in the area; and user-reported information. This is the wealthiest person in your state, new Forbes report shows While it may not be completely accurate, the map does offer insight into how soon the autumn colors will peak. As of October 9, nearly every state — except...

'MyPillow Guy' Mike Lindell confirms he's out of money, can't pay legal bills

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Attorneys who've been defending MyPillow chief executive and election denier Mike Lindell against defamation lawsuits by voting machine companies are seeking court permission to quit, saying he owes them unspecified millions of dollars and can't pay the millions more that he'll owe in legal expenses going forward.Lindell confirmed in an interview with The Associated Press on Friday that he's out of money and said he understands his lawyers are people who need to make a living.Attorney Andrew Parker wrote in documents filed in federal court on Thursday that his firm and a second firm representing MyPillow in lawsuits by Smartmatic and Dominion Voting Systems can't afford what it would cost to represent Lindell and MyPillow through the rest of the litigation. Continuing to defend him would put the firms “in serious financial risk,” he wrote.It’s the latest in a string of legal and financial setbacks for Lindell, who propagates form...

1 arrested after fatal crash near Austin airport Thursday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Austin police have arrested and charged a man with a second-degree felony for his alleged involvement in a fatal crash near the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport early Thursday morning.Ruben Ysasi, 44, was arrested on an accident involving death felony charge, according to court documents. Documents said Ysasi was allegedly driving a white Ford Excursion westbound along the 1500 block of East State Highway 71 when he lost control of the vehicle and began driving eastbound in the westbound lanes. PREVIOUS COVERAGE: SH-71 westbound reopened after hours-long closure due to deadly crash During that time, documents said Ysasi allegedly struck a black Nissan Rogue that was driving westbound in the westbound lanes. The driver of the Nissan was killed due to the crash, documents said.A witness on scene told police they had dropped her son off at the airport and was driving eastbound in the 1500 block of SH 71 when they saw a white vehicle "flying" the wrong way on th...

Sinking Gophers passing game now among nation’s worst

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

Gophers football coach P.J. Fleck first shared his “line of success” concept during a rough first season at the U in 2017. The idea is the line trends upward overall, but with downturns along the way.The Gophers passing game has taken a more turbulent path.Under Fleck, Minnesota started at the bottom of college football in passing yards per game in his first season, steadily climbing over three years to mive into the top 50 in the nation in 2019. Since then, it has been trending downward — so low now, they can see the basement floor.Minnesota currently ranks 130th in the nation with 133 passing yards per game after a 52-10 loss to No. 2 Michigan on Saturday. Only the lampooned offense of the Iowa Hawkeyes and two service academies who so often pass on the idea of on passing — Navy and Air Force — are worse.This year was supposed to be a tilting of the scales away from the power-running diet of Mo Ibrahim to a better run-pass balance with strong-armed quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis an...

VSP investigating fatal car and train collision

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:14:33 GMT

VERNON, Vt. (NEWS10) -- Vermont State Police announced they are investigating a collision between an Amtrak passenger train and a motor vehicle that resulted in the death of the car's driver. The crash occurred in Vernon on October 6. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Friday at 5 p.m., Vermont State Police received a 911 call reporting a car accident near the intersection of Route 142 and Bemis Road in Vernon. Upon arrival, troopers found that a Toyota Rav4 had been struck by an Amtrak train. The driver, identified as Craig Hudson, 53, of Brattleboro, and a passenger in the car were both transported to Brattleboro Memorial Hospital, where Hudson was pronounced deceased. The passenger was then transported to Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center to be treated for their injuries. Albany Police investigating Providence Place shooting No one was injured on the train, which continued on its route following a delay. Route 142 in th...