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Darryl Mount remembered 10 years later

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Mourners with Saratoga Black Lives Matter gathered at Congress Park to remember the life of Darryl Mount, 10 years later.  BLM activists planned to hold a memorial for Mount this past Sunday. However, the event was cancelled over concerns of safety for attendees when police responded to an armed robbery at the Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream on the corner. Black Lives Matter vigil interrupted by attempted robbery Saratoga BLM decided to reschedule the vigil for Monday, during their first ever Freedom Flea market.“The person or the criminal was out at large at the time. So, he wasn’t caught until a couple hours later. So, we thought it would be safer just to cancel the event and just continue to talk about Darryl, today,” said Saratoga BLM co-founder, Samira Sangare.Members of the group came together to remember the life of the 24-year-old, biracial man who died in 2014 after a police chase in 2013. Police say that Mount died from the injuries he suffer...

Small risk of isolated showers this evening

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Historically, there is a 29% chance of rain on any given Labor Day. That has mostly played out today.There have been a few isolated showers and a couple of rumbles of thunder this afternoon. Most of the region has been dry, but a few spots have picked up a brief downpour.The risk of a quick shower will continue into tonight, although they will continue to be isolated at worst. St. Louis radar: See a map of current weather here Temperatures will fall through the 80s, heading to the mid-70s by Tuesday morning. Tuesday and Wednesday will continue to carry the risk of a couple whack-a-mole-type storms.It will become rather breezy Tuesday, with highs again back in the low 90s. The risk of spotty storms will start to fade Wednesday, while the rest of the week looks dry and seasonably warm. Daytime highs will be in the 80s and overnight lows will range from the upper 50s to the mid-60s.

After an offseason of rehab, veteran DT Mike Purcell is feeling good and “ready to go” Week 1 vs. Raiders

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

Mike Purcell doesn’t need a lot of ramp-up time.The veteran defensive lineman spent most of the offseason rehabilitating from a knee injury and was on the non-football injury list until Aug. 23.In the less than two weeks since getting cleared to practice, Purcell said he’s got himself ready for Week 1.“Just rehab and making sure my body’s ready for the season,” he told The Post of his summer. “I’m feeling good. Ready to go. My knee’s good. I won’t comment on the injury, but everything’s good.”If you’re a stout interior run defender like Purcell, and especially when you’ve spent the past four years playing for the Broncos, there’s not a better opponent to open the regular season against than the Las Vegas Raiders.“Oh yeah,” Purcell said. “It’s the Raiders. They are who they are. At the end of the day, it’s a divisional opponent and if we want to improve, we’ve got to win within the division.”Purcell played 42 snaps and logged five tackles in Week 17 of the 2019 season when the Bronco...

Lamborghini crashes while racing another Lamborghini in Inland Empire

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

One person was arrested and another is wanted by police after two Lamborghinis were involved in a crash in Riverside County Friday evening.The crash happened around 6:30 p.m. on Jefferson Avenue on a stretch of road with a 45 mph posted speed limit.Police in Murrieta say two Lamborghini Huracáns were traveling next to each other at a high rate of speed, likely exceeding the speed limit, when one of the supercars lost control and struck a third vehicle that was traveling in the far right lane. A Lamborghini Huracan sits crashed on a road in Murrieta following a crash that began as a street race on Sept. 1, 2023. (Murrieta Police Department)Debris scattered across the roadway and both cars sustained major damage, including the Lamborghini, which appeared to be totaled. Street racing crackdown in L.A. County yields 27 arrests The driver of the Lamborghini suffered injuries that required hospitalization, but has since been booked into jail for reckless driving and street racing.The d...

Krispy Kreme customers won't be able to purchase this item after Labor Day

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

Labor Day is the last day Krispy Kreme customers can purchase the popular strawberry glazed doughnut, company officials announced.First introduced in 2020 and last offered in 2021, Krispy Kreme brought back the strawberry glazed doughnut for a four-day run to kick off September. Southern California city pushes for healthier checkout treats Krispy Kreme described the return of the item as a “sweet sendoff” to summer before the fall season officially started later in the month. (Krispy Kreme) Krispy Kreme described the return of the item as a “sweet sendoff” to summer before the fall season officially started later in the month.  The doughnut company also returned the sweet treat to menus after customers and companies. like Rhode by Hailey Bieber, introduced flavors inspired by the strawberry glazed doughnut. Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte turns 20, slated to return Thursday The doughnuts will be available for in-shop purchases, pickup and delivery via the Krispy Kreme app a...

Tens of thousands still stranded at Burning Man Festival after flooding in Nevada desert

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

Tens of thousands of partygoers stranded at the Burning Man counterculture festival by a late summer storm hoped muddy roads would reopen Monday and allow them to begin their exodus from the northern Nevada desert.Event organizers said in the morning that it was still too wet for a safe mass departure of RVs and other vehicles but hoped traffic could begin flowing later in the day with the help of sunny and mostly clear skies — even as they asked revelers to delay their exit to ease traffic on the main road.Organizers also asked attendees not to walk out of the Black Rock Desert about 110 miles (177 kilometers) north of Reno as others had done throughout the weekend, including celebrity DJ Diplo and comedian Chris Rock. They didn't specify why.The festival was closed to vehicles after more than a half-inch (1.3 centimeters) of rain fell on Friday. The road closures came just before “the Man” was to be set ablaze Saturday night. The event traditionally culminates in the tor...

Deputies shoot, kill suspect who had fatally stabbed father, LASD says

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

At least one Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputy opened fire and killed a man who had apparently fatally stabbed his father in Hacienda Heights Monday morning, officials said.The shooting in the 16700 block of Dawn Haven Road occurred around 5:30 a.m. after deputies responded to a reported assault, according to Lt. Hiraka and a press release from the LASD.Sheriff's officials later clarified that the situation was a family disturbance and included an alleged assault with a deadly weapon.The man, who has not been identified by authorities, was shot at least once while in front of a home and declared dead at the scene.No deputies were injured, and no further details were available.Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500.To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit lacrimestoppers.org.

A man convicted of murder in Pennsylvania and wanted in Brazil remains at large after jail escape

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

WEST CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Hundreds of law enforcement agents searched Friday for a man recently convicted of murder in Pennsylvania for the fatal stabbing of his ex-girlfriend, a day after he escaped from a county jail.Danelo Cavalcante, 34, is also wanted in his native Brazil in a separate slaying and is considered an extremely dangerous person, authorities said.The search dragged through a second day, with authorities using drones, helicopters and dogs. Searchers were focusing on railways, waterways and routes out of the area, Chester County’s district attorney, Deb Ryan, said at a news conference Friday.Ryan said authorities believe Cavalcante is trying to flee south, but also have no evidence that Cavalcante has left the area or that he is receiving assistance from others.Authorities said area residents should scan video from their doorbells or surveillance cameras for anything suspicious and check their cars, sheds and any outbuildings.They also advised people to check the homes...

SF mayor enlists Food Network star in effort to revitalize downtown

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) -- In the latest move in ongoing efforts to revitalize the city's downtown district, San Francisco Mayor London Breed has announced a partnership with renowned Chef Tyler Florence. Florence is best known for being a long-running host on The Food Network, where he hosted several shows including "Globe Trekker," "Food 911," and "The Great Food Truck Race."The chef, whose previous SF eateries include the Wayfare Tavern in SF's Financial District, and Florence Fresh at SFO, formed a hospitality group, The Greater Organization in 2018. That group has been tapped by the city to bring two "artisanal cafes" to disused spaces within Union Square Plaza, according to a press release from the mayor's office. Hundreds of drug users arrested in San Francisco The two Miller & Luxe Provisions cafes will both offer lunch and all-day brunch options. One is planned for a space adjacent to Stockton Street and the other will be adjacent to Powell Street, according to the mayor...

Jaxson Dart is Mississippi’s starting QB after strong camp and opener, coach Lane Kiffin says

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:58:09 GMT

OXFORD, Miss. (AP) — There’s no doubt that Jaxson Dart is Mississippi’s starting quarterback now.Dart survived challenges from transfers Spencer Sanders and Walker Howard in fall camp and turned in a strong opener in a 73-7 victory over Mercer. Coach Lane Kiffin confirmed Monday that Dart will start for the 22nd-ranked Rebels at No. 24 Tulane on Saturday.Dart, who started most of last season, completed 18 of 23 passes for 334 yards and four touchdowns against Mercer. He also ran four times for 36 yards.“Jaxson played really well and, like I’ve said, had a really good camp and spring,” Kiffin said. “So he’s the starting quarterback. I’ve said all along we’re extremely excited about that room, the depth in that room.”The blowout afforded Kiffin a chance to get all three passers into the game.Sanders was 8-of-14 passing for 134 yards and two touchdowns. He was a four-year starter at Oklahoma State.Howard, who came over from SEC rival LSU, was 3 of 4 ...