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Men charged with killing 3,600 birds, including bald and golden eagles, to sell on black market

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — Two men killed about 3,600 birds, including bald and golden eagles, during a “killing spree” on Montana’s Flathead Indian Reservation and elsewhere, then sold eagle parts on a black market that has been a long-running problem for U.S. wildlife officials, a federal grand jury indictment says.The men worked with others to hunt and kill the birds, according to the indictment, and in at least one instance used a dead deer to lure in an eagle that was shot. The two defendants conspired with others who weren’t named to sell eagle feathers, tails, wings and other parts for “significant sums of cash” across the United States and elsewhere, the indictment said.Simon Paul, 42, of St. Ignatius, Montana and Travis John Branson, 48, of Cusick, Washington, face 13 counts of unlawful trafficking of bald and golden eagles and one count each of conspiracy and violating wildlife trafficking laws.Text messages obtained by investigators s...

Things to do in the Capital Region this weekend: December 15-17

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The weekend is almost here! From Disney on Ice to Saratoga SantaCon to holiday performances, there are quite a few things happening on December 15, 16, and 17. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Here are some of the events going on around the Capital Region this weekend.Friday, December 15Disney on Ice, MVP Arena in Albany, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Ticketmaster website.Adirondack Thunder vs. Newfoundland Growlers, Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Seat Geek website.Jared Freid, Albany Funny Bone in Crossgates Mall, 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Funny Bone website.The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Cohoes Music Hall, 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Cohoes Music Hall website.Miracle on 34th Street by Classic Theater Guild, Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, 7:30 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Proctors website.Million Dollar Quartet Christmas, Capital Repertory Theatr...

Nursing home escape leads to sweet adventure at 'The Fountain'

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

ST. LOUIS - One woman's lunch Wednesday at a St. Louis eatery led to an unexpected twist of holiday joy. Staff members at "The Fountain" helped the woman reunite with her caretaker after she briefly escaped her nursing home and also sent her home with some free goodies. Danni Eickenhorst, owner of "The Fountain on Locust," shared more about the heartwarming experience via Twitter. Asian elephant ‘Raja’ leaving St. Louis Zoo Eickenhorst says that staff members received a phone call Wednesday to check on one customer at the restaurant. They learned that one nursing home caretaker was checking on a woman who disappeared and left behind a note that read: "You can find me at The Fountain."The manager confirmed the woman was sitting alone in a booth in the back, and she seemed in good spirits. A nice holiday gesture followed. "Her caretaker came up, and instead of taking her home and ruining her lunch, she came and sat down with her," said Eickenhorst in a phone call with FOX 2. "They...

Broomfield High junior, 2nd person killed in crash near school

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

A junior at Broomfield High School and a second person died Tuesday in a car crash that happened near the school during the school day.The multi-vehicle crash happened in the area of Main Street and Miramonte Boulevard, the Broomfield Police Department reported at 1:47 p.m. Tuesday on X.In a letter sent Wednesday to students and families, Broomfield High School Principal Ginger Ramsey said Riordan Powell, a student at both Broomfield High and the Boulder Technical Education Center, died in the crash.The other person who died has not been publicly identified. Another person was injured and taken to a hospital, police said.It is not clear who was driving when the crash happened or how many cars were involved.Broomfield police did not immediately respond Thursday to questions about the crash.Police said the Adams County coroner will identify the other person killed.The Boulder Valley School District’s trauma team and counselors were available to students, faculty and staff.Relate...

3-year-old girl injured in Longmont drive-by shooting

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

A 3-year-old girl was hospitalized Wednesday night in a Longmont drive-by shooting, according to the Longmont Public Safety Department.Longmont police officers about 8 p.m. Wednesday responded to a shooting at the Countryside Village mobile home park in the 1400 block of South Collyer Street, where a shooter in a dark-colored sedan fired multiple rounds into a home then fled the scene, the public safety department said in a Thursday morning post on Facebook.The gunfire struck the girl, who suffered a “life-threatening bodily injury to her torso”, and officers gave her first aid until medical personnel arrived.An ambulance then took her to a hospital for surgery, and officials said she was in stable condition as of Wednesday night.Detectives are looking for any video surveillance footage from the area to help them in the investigation, and anyone with information can contact Detective Sloan-Stogsdill at 303-651-8544 or Detective John Winship at 303-774-3698.Related Articl...

Feds say Starbucks illegally closed 6 L.A. area stores

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

Six Los Angeles County Starbucks stores may soon reopen after the National Labor Relations Board said the coffee franchise closed about two dozen locations to halt union momentum.As reported in the New York Times, a regional NLRB office determined that 23 U.S. stores were closed "because its employees engaged in union activities or to discourage employees from doing so." At least seven of those stores had unionized, the Times added, though the company said none of the Los Angeles locations were unionized.The local stores affected are:8595 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood (the “Santa Monica & Westmount” store)5453 Hollywood Blvd. (the “Hollywood & Western” store)120 S Los Angeles St. (the “1st & Los Angeles (Doubletree)” store)6290 Hollywood Blvd. (the “Hollywood & Vine” store)1601 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica (the “Ocean Front Walk & Moss” store)232 E. 2nd St. (the “2nd & San Pedro” store)In response, Mari Cosgrove, a Seattle Starbucks partner and member ...

Suspect in deadly L.A. Metro stabbing turns self in

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

A man suspected in a deadly stabbing at a South Los Angeles Metro station earlier this week was arrested after turning himself in Thursday, authorities said.Carlos Carrillo-Martinez, 19, of Los Angeles was taken into custody at the 77th Area Police Station, the Los Angeles Police Department stated in a news release."Carrillo-Martinez admitted being the suspect on the flyer and was interviewed by detectives," the news release stated. He was booked for murder following the interview and had bail set at $2 million, police said.Suspect wanted after allegedly stabbing a man to death aboard a Metro train in South L.A. on Dec. 12, 2023. (Los Angeles Police Department)A man was killed after being stabbed on an E-Line Metro train in South Los Angeles on Dec. 12, 2023. (KTLA)A man was killed after being stabbed on an E-Line Metro train in South Los Angeles on Dec. 12, 2023. (KTLA)A man was killed after being stabbed on an E-Line Metro train in South Los Angeles on Dec. 12, 2023. (KTLA)A man w...

Idaho goes 'Animal Style' for first In-N-Out Burger

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

Customers braved frigid temperatures and waited in line for as long as eight hours to be among the first to dine at Idaho’s very first In-N-Out Burger.The Meridian, Idaho, location - No. 400 for the Southern California-based burger chain - opened Tuesday morning to hordes of hungry fans, some of whom camped out overnight, the Idaho Statesman reported.In-N-Out president and CEO Lynsi Snyder, who cut the ribbon at the grand opening, shared photos on Instagram of her greeting employees and customers. How many of these In-N-Out secret menu items do you know? “Opening in Idaho with Store 4-0-0 because after 75 years our Customer is our hero!” Snyder posted. “We’re forever grateful for our Family of Customers who have made us the Company we are today, and we can’t wait to serve you quality burgers at this special store!”Lynsi Snyder is seen with employees and customers at Idaho's first In-N-Out Burger location in Meridian on Dec. 12, 2023. (IG: @lynsi_snyder)Customers wait to order at I...

Marina del Rey deaths believed to be murder-suicide, LASD says

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

The death of a woman who was found on a boat in Marina del Rey last week was a homicide, and the man found dead in a car nearby took his own life, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said Thursday.On Dec. 7, deputies found a woman, whose identity has not been released, dead in the 14000 block of Tahiti Way, and shortly thereafter found 33-year-old Kelvin Nelson Jr. dead in a car parked nearby in the 100 block of Via Marina, officials said. Woman dead on boat, man dead in car in Marina del Rey Residents told investigators that Nelson lived on the boat on which the woman was found.The investigation into her death is ongoing, but the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner’s Office determined Nelson died by suicide.No suspects remain at large, investigators said.Anyone with information is asked 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.

Patrick Baghdaserians, C.F.L.S.: Navigating the Intricacies of Parentage Law in Pasadena

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:47:15 GMT

Patrick Baghdaserians, C.F.L.S., a distinguished California State Bar Certified Specialist in Family Law, is a vital resource for those navigating the complex world of parenthood and legal parentage in Pasadena. His expertise is particularly relevant in cases where legal challenges related to parentage emerge unexpectedly. Baghdaserians’ role as a seasoned Pasadena paternity attorney becomes crucial in such situations. This proactive engagement is pivotal in ensuring parents’ and children’s well-being and legal rights involved in these often intricate legal matters​​​​.Understanding Parentage: Parentage, encompassing paternity and maternity, is a cornerstone in family law. It formally recognizes an individual’s legal status as a parent, directly influencing crucial aspects like child custody, visitation rights, and financial support. Baghdaserians’ deep comprehension of these facets enables him to handle the complexities of establishing or contesting parentage. His...