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DOJ probe after George Floyd's killing shows Minneapolis police showed 'patterns and practices' of violating rights

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Justice Department accused Minneapolis police Friday of engaging in a pattern of violating constitutional rights and discriminating against Black and Native American people following an investigation prompted by the killing of George Floyd.The sweeping two-year civil rights investigation found that Minneapolis officers used excessive force, including “unjustified deadly force,” and violated the rights of people engaged in constitutionally protected speech. The probe also found that both police and the city discriminated against people with “behavioral health disabilities” when officers are called for help.“We observed many MPD officers who did their difficult work with professionalism, courage and respect,” Attorney General Merrick Garland said at a news conference in Minneapolis. “But the patterns and practices we observed made what happened to George Floyd possible.”The report included allegations that police for years “used dangerous techniques and weapons ...

Eligible Austin musicians to receive free health services

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Health Alliance for Austin Musicians kicked off its HAAM Loves You event at 10 a.m. Friday.Organizers said the event would have a variety of health care services available for artists.The money comes from HAAM’s Battle of the Bands event, which raised a record-breaking $250,000. RELATED COVERAGE: HAAM Battle of the Bands benefiting Austin musicians Artists are able to get custom-fitted earplugs, vision exams and glasses, STI testing and a lot of other health services.Last year, this pop-up event provided more than $53,000 worth of health services to HAAM members, and this year, HAAM said it was trying to surpass that number. RELATED COVERAGE: Austin businesses raise $255K for Health Alliance for Austin Musicians Organizers said it's also an opportunity to sign up new members.“People that are invited to this event are HAAM members, but they're welcome to bring their musician friends that might qualify or might want to be interested in joining HAAM,” HAAM Progr...

Travis, Hays County Commissioners at odds over the SH 45 Gap

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- A new highway project proposed by Hays County is not going over well with leaders in Travis County.Hays County and the City of Buda hosted their first open house this week on the upcoming SH 45 Gap study.KXAN Traffic Anchor Erica Brennes takes an in-depth look at the issue.Thursday night, dozens came to Sunfield Station in Buda to check out for themselves what the new SH 45 Gap project could look like.The SH 45 Gap would connect SH 45 Southeast to SH 45 Southwest, making it easier to access South Mopac from Hays County.Hays County Commissioners are moving forward on the study for the project, despite the fact that Travis County Commissioners don't want them to.Travis County Commissioner, Brigid Shea says, "They are planning to connect I-35 with South Mopac which would create South Mopac as a bypass for I-35."Shea is concerned not just about the SH 45 Gap but CTRMA's plan to add up to two toll lanes on South Mopac from Cesar Chavez to Slaughter Lane. She says CTRMA i...

Minnesota adds 7,700 jobs in May, unemployment rises to 2.9%

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

Minnesota added 7,700 new jobs in May and the unemployment rate rose 0.1 percentage point to 2.9%, the state reported Thursday.The rise in the unemployment rate came because the state saw its labor force grow in May, with 8,700 workers entering the job market — the largest over-the-month labor force gain since June 2020, the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development said in a news release.Minnesota’s labor force participation rate rose 0.1% percentage point to 68.2%. The labor force is comprised of those in the state who are working full-time or who are actively seeking work, and is used to calculate the main unemployment rate.“A growing labor force is the latest sign of strength for Minnesota’s economy,” said temporary DEED Commissioner Kevin McKinnon said in the release. “Employers constantly tell us that they need more workers to fill their open roles. Now, we’ve seen back-to-back months during which more workers are pursuing jobs around the state. This is...

Albany man convicted in murder case

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Albany man has been convicted of murder, according to the Albany County District Attorney's Office. Marquis Jackson, 35, was convicted of one count of second-degree murder following a jury trial in Albany County Supreme Court on June 16. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The indictment alleged that on May 16, Jackson intentionally caused the death of Tyrome Wallace at a location on Washington Avenue in Albany. Jackson was accused of stabbing the victim 14 times. Sentencing is scheduled for July 28. He faces up to 25 years to life in prison.

Music returning to West Mountain on July 1

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This July, West Mountain is hosting its annual celebration of patriotism and independence. The ski mountain's Music on the Mountain summer concert returns on Saturday, July 1. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! This year, Jukebox Rebellion will take the stage from 6-10 p.m. at 59 West Mountain Road in Queensbury. Vendors and activities abound, with fireworks closing out the night. No outside alcohol, food, animals or coolers are admitted entry.Tickets for this year's celebration are on sale now. Admission is priced at $15 for adults ages 20 and over, $10 for 13-19, and $5 for 7-12. Groups of 10 or more are asked to reach out to (518) 636-3699 ext. 300 to learn about group discounts.

4th of July fireworks returning to Saratoga Springs after 4 years

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Fourth of July fireworks are returning to downtown Saratoga Springs after four years. Saratoga's 2023 All-American Celebration is set for Tuesday, July 4. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce puts on the fireworks celebration each year, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was put on hold. In 2022, Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce President Todd Shimkus said the organization ran out of time to raise money and get permits for the event. The 2023 celebration starts with the 17th annual Firecracker 4 Road Race at 9 a.m. The four-mile course starts on Broadway in front of the Saratoga Springs City Center and runs throughout the city. You can register for the race on the FC4 Events website. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Flag Day parade rescheduled At 6 p.m., Big Sky Country will be performing on Ellsworth Jones Place outside the Saratoga Springs Ci...

Father's Day pictures 2023!

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Every year NEWS10 celebrates the fathers of the Capital Region on Father's Day! Send a picture and a message to [email protected]. Above is a slideshow of Fathers and messages sent to us by our viewers.

Republican states arm teachers, fortify buildings in another year of school shootings

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

Matt Vasilogambros and Madyson Fitzgerald | Stateline.org (TNS)As another school year defined by mass shootings ends in America, Republican-led state legislatures passed measures this session to fortify schools, create guidelines for active shooter drills and safety officer responses, and allow teachers to be armed.Firearm restrictions, however, were a nonstarter in red states trying to curb school shootings.The legislation pushed by GOP lawmakers in states such as Georgia, Iowa, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas and Utah this year often ran contrary to the advice of gun safety advocates and national education experts, who remain concerned that having more guns in schools only further endangers children and educators.But the Republican lawmakers interviewed by Stateline say the solution to preventing school shootings is not banning certain weapons or taking away guns from potentially dangerous people, but rather empowering schools to more quickly resp...

After promising but hamstrung rookie season, Broncos TE Greg Dulcich aiming for flexibility on the field and off

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:35:14 GMT

The key word for Greg Dulcich’s first full offseason as an NFL player: Flexibility.Sure, it’d be great if the tight end adds it to his game on the field in Year 2 for the Broncos by becoming a better blocker and continuing to develop his promising pass-catching skill set, but positional flexibility is secondary in importance at the moment.Dulcich quite literally spent the offseason trying to become more flexible in an effort to stave off the recurring hamstring issues that limited him during his rookie season.“That’s definitely been a huge part of my offseason since January, just making sure I can be more flexible to try to limit injuries and try to get into a better routine to make sure my body is all good,” he told reporters Thursday.Dulcich made an impression right away last year after arriving in Denver as a third-round draft pick out of UCLA, but he suffered a hamstring injury in OTAs. Not only did he miss minicamp, but he also missed training camp. Then he was placed on ...