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Win over Blues cleared bad vibes, but Wild have a lot of work ahead

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Wild’s 3-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday was just the first step in what Minnesota believes will be a surge that will put the team right into the Western Conference playoff picture.But after three weeks without a single win, it worked like burning sage works on bad vibes.“It’s one game, but, obviously, you go through a few weeks there where you forget what it even feels like to win,” rookie defenseman Brock Faber said after Wednesday’s practice. “Fans aren’t happy with us, there’s things all over Twitter and social media. It’s tough.”It wasn’t just the losses, either. As the skid grew longer — ultimately 11 losses in 13 games — the negativity surrounding the team deepened, and in the end cost head coach Dean Evason his job.The next small step was scheduled for Thursday night at Bridgestone Arena, where the Wild were set to play the streaking Nashville Predators, winners of their previous six games.“I think there’s a lot of outside noise that you ...

College of Saint Rose to close end of 2023-24 academic year

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The College of Saint Rose will close its doors at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. A letter from College President Marcia White confirmed the decision. The closure comes in the wake of the college's recent announcement declaring the need for financial aid from the city of Albany and New York State. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The college said they have faced a significant drop in enrollment since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The school reportedly relies on tuition for 80% of its total budget. Saint Rose President Marcia White had intended on addressing the college about the closure on Friday but sent a letter to the school community late Thursday evening to confirm the news. In the letter, she said the The College of Saint Rose’s Board of Trustees voted Thursday "to cease academic instruction after the end of the 2023-2024 academic year."According to the Capital Region Delegation, the c...

Bills star Von Miller to be charged with assaulting pregnant girlfriend in Texas

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – Bills pass rusher Von Miller turned himself into a Dallas-area police department Thursday after 34-year-old allegedly assaulted his pregnant girlfriend in their luxury apartment Wednesday morning.Police told News 4 that Miller and the victim "got into a verbal argument and the suspect assaulted the victim," who suffered minor injuries but was not hospitalized. Under Texas law, assault against a pregnant person is a third-degree felony.The Buffalo Bills said the team was made aware of an incident involving Miller and is "in the process of gathering more information.” The Bills are currently on their bye week. They visit the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, Dec. 10. Snow sculpture recreates Josh Allen horse-collar tackle no call Miller and the victim have been in a romantic relationship for 7 years and have children together, according to the warrant for his arrest. The document also states that the victim, whose name is being withheld by...

Kitten with severely deformed hind legs finds forever home

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

BOSTON (WWLP) – A Massachusetts animal shelter that was in search of a special adopter for a kitten with severely deformed hind legs announced Wednesday that a Boston radio host has come to his rescue.The young kitten, named Gumby, was sent to the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – Angell Animal Medical Center (MSPCA) on Nov. 11 from the SPCA of Texas for medical treatment and a loving home. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! “We’ve never seen a cat quite like this,” said Dr. Rebecca Fellman, MSPCA-Angell lead clinician of community and shelter medicine. “Both of Gumby’s back legs are severely deformed with muscle contracture that limits his joint mobility, but he still manages to get around —.often on all fours.”“We’re working with Angell specialists to explore all pathways to manage his condition, but Gumby’s quite remarkable in that he’s actually doing well, despite the deformities.”After two days ...

Palestinian Vermont shooting victim: 'I'm not safe in America'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

One of the Palestinian American college students shot in an attack in Burlington, Vt., over the weekend says the incident is "very hard to grapple with" and made him question his safety in the United States. "In the West Bank, we're not safe because of the occupation, and as a Palestinian American, I'm not safe in America because of people like this that might come out," Kinnan Abdalhamid, 20, told The New York Times in an interview a day after he was discharged from the hospital. Abdalhamid was walking in Burlington last Saturday with two of his friends, Hisham Awartani and Tahseen Ali Ahmad, when a man approached them with a handgun and fired at least four rounds, according to the Burlington Police Department.Abdalhamid, a student at Haverford College in Pennsylvania, said the shooting altered his perception of the Untied States. He questioned if it would make parents less willing to send their children to schools in America, The Times reported. "We kind of have this image of this...

Tow truck driver killed on I-255 'should still be here today,' colleague says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

PRAIRIE DU PONT, Ill. – Black bunting covers the Prairie Du Pont Fire Department building, where Wade Bivins served as a volunteer firefighter.A car struck and killed Bivins along Interstate 255 while he was working as a tow truck operator. Bivins' colleague has a message for everyone on the roads.“His death was 100% unnecessary,” Niki O’Bryan, Paw Paw Towing manager, said. “He should still be here today. He should be in that truck right now. There was no reason for him to die. People need to pay attention when they’re driving and put the phone down. Because somebody didn’t, he doesn’t get to go home to his family, and his family doesn’t get to have him home for the holidays, and it’s not right.”Bivins had pulled his tow truck over in the southbound lanes of I-255 near Dupo to help a stranded motorist.“I was contacted by the gentleman that we were doing the towing for,” O’Bryan said. “He told me someone had hit our driver on the highway, and I panicked and immediately headed to the ...

Charges filed in Jennings double homicide

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – A 33-year-old man is now in custody on a $1 million cash-only bond for the shooting deaths of two people.According to Sgt. Tracy Panus, a spokeswoman for the St. Louis County Police Department, the shooting happened around 1 p.m. on Sept. 9 on West Florissant Avenue near Buzz Westfall Drive.The victims, Denetrice Jackson, 30, and Reginald Brandy, 31, were gunned down inside their car.Police believe Jackson and Brandy were traveling eastbound on West Florissant Avenue when an unknown person opened fire on their vehicle. Surveillance cameras showed a dark SUV in the area before and after the shooting. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News SIGN UP NOW Investigators used the plate number on the SUV and tracked down the owner, who was ...

Woman charged in Hollywood exec's slaying was accused of stalking: report

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

A Hollywood marketing agent who was allegedly shot to death by a homeless woman was targeted for being friends with another woman that she had been stalking, prosecutors revealed on Thursday.Michael Latt, 33, was gunned down inside his home on Alandale Avenue in Los Angeles' Mid-Wilshire neighborhood on Monday night.Officers arrested Jameelah Michl, 36, at the scene. She faces one count of murder and one count of first-degree residential burglary with a person present, Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced.From left: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Common and Michael Latt seen in a personal photo.“She allegedly knocked on the door, forcing herself into the residence once it was opened by one of the occupants,” the D.A.’s Office said in a news release. “Michl, who was allegedly armed with a semi-automatic handgun, shot and killed the victim inside of the home.”Latt was transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.Prosecutors have not released informatio...

Man Killed in DUI Pedestrian Crash on South Buffalo Drive [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

36-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Accident on West Flamingo RoadLAS VEGAS, NV (November 30, 2023) – A fatal DUI pedestrian incident occurred on South Buffalo Drive Tuesday night, resulting in the death of one man.On November 21st, law enforcement received calls around 10:50 p.m., near West Flamingo Road.Upon examination, investigators discovered that a 36-year-old pedestrian had crossed the street within a marked crosswalk against a green light. The pedestrian was then struck by the driver of a westbound 2021 Mercedes GLE 350.The driver initially fled the scene but returned shortly thereafter, surrendering to authorities. Law enforcement noted signs of impairment, leading to the driver’s arrest on charges related to hit-and-run and DUI.Despite attempts to save his life, medics pronounced the male pedestrian dead at the scene. The identity of the victim has not yet been disclosed by officials.The LVMPD Collision Investigation Section is actively overseeing ...

LeanBiome’s New Formula Enhances Weight Loss Results

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:56:26 GMT

The quest for a svelte physique can seem like an elusive pursuit for many, with some individuals seemingly defying the odds of weight gain. The crux of this phenomenon might just be hidden within the complex ecosystem of our gut microbiome, as suggested by pioneering Ivy League research. This revelation is the cornerstone of Lean for Good’s premier offering, LeanBiome—an innovative dietary supplement that is reshaping the landscape of weight management.The latest iteration of LeanBiome is fortified with two robust ingredients: Sphaeranthus Indicus and Garcinia Mangosteen, each with a proven track record in enhancing weight loss efficacy.Revolutionizing Weight Loss: A Scientific ApproachLeanBiome’s trajectory is characterized by quality and dedicated scientific research. While the original blend was lauded for its results, integrating Sphaeranthus Indicus and Garcinia Mangosteen signifies a transformative phase in providing unparalleled weight management solutions.The inc...