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U.S. Rep. Angie Craig introduces bill aimed at increasing postal service transparency

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

In an effort to increase reporting on mail service problems in her district, U.S. Rep. Angie Craig has introduced legislation to increase transparency of the U.S. Postal Service.The bill requires the postal service ot notify customers of undelivered and partially delivered routes by zip codes, according to a news release sent out by Craig, with the goal being to keep customers informed of when they can expect deliveries or delays.Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minn. (Courtesy of the candidate)As Minnesotans continue to experience slow delivery, additional public reporting would help increase transparency and accountability for sub-par service from USPS. More information on the bill can be found at craig.house.gov/Last winter Craig asked for comment from constituents on the issue and received more than 3,000 complaints involving lack of communication, lost items and delays.“For months, my constituents have been left wondering when their mail – their prescription medications, notes from loved on...

St. Paul: Authorites identify man found fatally shot on West Side

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

A man found fatally shot early Monday in St. Paul was a 23-year-old, police said Wednesday.David Lashawn Isaac, of St. Paul, died on the West Side.A 911 caller just after midnight Monday reported “a person down on the ground” behind a residence in the 400 block of South Clinton Avenue, police have said.Officers found Isaac in a driveway/parking lot area behind townhomes. He had apparently been shot and paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene near Cesar Chavez and Robert streets.No one was under arrest as of Wednesday and police said their investigation of the city’s 29th homicide of the year is ongoing. Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Roseville High School student detained after gun found at school, marking 3rd case in month Crime & Public Safety | Pilot charged with trying to crash plane appears to have ties to University of North Dakota Crime & Public Safety | 4 Minnesota men charged in $21 million catalytic ...

Vikings safety Cam Bynum named NFC Defensive Player of the Week

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

For the second straight week, the Vikings have a defensive player that has been honored by the NFL.After linebacker Jordan Hicks got the honor last week, safety Cam Bynum has been named NFC Defensive Player of the Week.It was very much deserved after Bynum posted a pair of interceptions to help lead the Vikings to a 22-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football. He also led the team in tackles and contributed to a forced fumble that was officially credited to fellow safety Harrison Smith.To this point Bynum has started every game for the Vikings, leading the team with 69, which is the most among all defensive backs this season.Related ArticlesMinnesota Vikings | Dane Mizutani: Forget USC quarterback Caleb Williams, Vikings shouldn’t be sellers at trade deadline Minnesota Vikings | Vikings upset 49ers on Monday Night Football thanks to ‘elite performances’ all around Minnesota Vikings | Vikings safety Lewis Cine a hea...

Roseville High School student detained after gun found at school, marking 3rd case in month

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

A gun was found at Roseville Area High School Tuesday and a student was detained, according to the principal.The case comes a month after two students at the same school were found with guns in separate incidents.In Tuesday’s case, school staff received a report about 1 p.m. that a gun was on campus, Principal Jen Wilson wrote in a letter to families. As a precaution, students and staff were told to stay in their classrooms.The school worked with Roseville police to conduct a search and the gun was found, Wilson wrote.“From a school perspective, our next step for the student involved will be to follow our disciplinary action, which has a number of potential results up to and including expulsion,” Wilson said.On Sept. 25, a handgun was found in a 17-year-old student’s backpack at Roseville Area High School. That afternoon, in an unrelated case, a 16-year-old student was discovered with a gun. Prosecutors charged both of them.Related ArticlesCrime & Public ...

Albany man gets 5 years in prison for gun charge

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

KINGSTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Naveion Kirkley, 26, of Albany, was sentenced to five years in state prison. Kirkley was indicted by an Ulster County Grand Jury for possessing a loaded 9mm pistol with an altered serial number. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Kirkley and a co-defendant, Naseem Pass, were accused of running from police following a traffic stop. State Troopers located the loaded pistol in the center console of the car and charged the two with criminal possession of a weapon in the second degree.Kirkley will also serve five years of post-release supervision. Pass pled guilty to the same crime and will be sentenced on November 21.

Women's Health Wednesday: Coping with hair loss

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) - A majority of cancer patients undergoing treatment will face chemotherapy-induced alopecia, otherwise known as chemotherapy hair loss. It's a side effect of treatment that can negatively impact a patient's mental health and serve as a visible reminder of their diagnosis. For that reason, up to 14% of women refuse chemotherapy.Chemotherapy drugs target rapidly growing cancer cells and don't spare the rapidly growing healthy cells in your body, such as hair keratinocytes.According to the Mayo Clinic, hair loss typically starts two to four weeks after the start of treatment and could take several weeks after treatment to recover and start growing again. There are steps you can take before, during, and after treatment to help your hair:Before:- Be gentle to your hair- Consider cutting your hair- Plan for a head coveringDuring:- Baby your remaining hair- Consider shaving your head- Protect your scalpAfter:- Continue gentle hair care- Be patientIn this weeks Women's ...

Mayor Tishaura Jones tests positive for COVID-19

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones has tested positive for COVID-19 and will follow precautionary measures for the next several days, according to the mayor's office. Jones tested positive for COVID-19 after returning from a conference visit in Baltimore on Tuesday night. The mayor's office says she is experiencing mild symptoms. ‘Basketball Wives’ star Brittish Cierrah Williams sentenced to prison For at least the next five days, Jones will be working from home and holding meetings virtually. The mayor's office says that decision was made to "protect the health and safety of her staff and others around her." All close contacts of Jones have been notified. The mayor's office says Jones is fully vaccinated and has received the latest booster shots. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News ...

New Missouri law covers highway memorial costs for fallen heroes

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - A new Missouri law authorizes the state to cover costs of highway memorial signs in honor of fallen first responders and service members killed in the line of duty. Prior to this year, families were billed for Missouri highway memorials that honored fallen veterans. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed Senate Bill 127 into action earlier this year, meaning the state will cover costs for highway memorials rather than families. Within the new law is the “FA Paul Akers, Junior, and LCPL Jared Schmitz Memorial Sign Funding Act,” which took effect in August. Local cops unmask international suspects’ clever crime tricks According to the law, "All costs associated with the designation of bridges or highways honoring deceased Missouri veterans who died in the line of duty, Missouri members of the Armed Forces who are missing in action, deceased Missouri law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty, or deceased Missouri firefighters who died in the line of duty s...

Kansas City among top trending 2024 world destinations

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Lonely Planet, a leading travel guide book publisher, has unveiled its highly anticipated list of trending destinations for 2024. In honor of its 50th anniversary, this year's list highlights 50 exceptional locations worldwide, categorized as Best Sustainable, Best Value, Best Cities, Best Country, and Best Region.The Midwest tops the list as the region with the best value to visit. They say cities, including Chicago, Milwaukee, and Detroit, have witnessed a creative renaissance over the past decade with "food so good it rivals any you'll try on either coast." But Kansas City is special, ranking among the top cities to travel to in 2024. ‘Calculated misery’: Here’s why airlines want you to be uncomfortable "Suddenly in the international spotlight after Taylor Swift’s appearance at the Chiefs football game, Kansas City is on our radar for lots of reasons. Thanks to the opening of a new state-of-the-art airport terminal and the extension of the free-to-ride streetcar li...

Bud Light becomes official beer of UFC through new A-B partnership

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 15:19:22 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Anheuser-Busch has secured a new partnership with the UFC that promotes Bud Light as the official beer of the mixed martial arts organization.Starting Jan. 1, A-B will become the official beer partner the Ultimate Fighting Championship, and Bud Light will be recognized as the UFC's official beer brand. A-B says the new partnership will include customized social and digital content, broadcast integration, on-site presence, and more elements. Local cops unmask international suspects’ clever crime tricks “Anheuser-Busch and Bud Light have always been on the cutting edge of iconic sporting moments that fans remember forever, and reuniting with UFC is a continuation of this industry leading legacy," said Brendan Whitworth, CEO of Anheuser-Busch. "As one of the largest and longest standing sport sponsors, we are excited to work with UFC to celebrate our passionate fans while always making a positive impact in communities across America.”Anheuser-Busch and Bud Light were UFC...