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Police say Moorhead teen’s fatal shooting was accidental, occurred while youths handled gun

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

MOORHEAD, Minn. — The fatal shooting of a 13-year-old boy last week in Moorhead has been ruled an accident, police said.Police identified the victim as Zain Hussein Mezher of Moorhead.The teenager died of an “accidental gunshot wound” on Friday, police said.“The incident is tragic, and our sympathies go out to the family and friends of those involved,” the Moorhead Police Department said Monday. “There is no danger to the public, and the incident is still under investigation.”Police responded at about 6:10 p.m. Friday to a report of a shooting in the 1000 block of 19th Street South.A group of youths had obtained a handgun and had it in a wooded area near Romkey Park when it went off, police said.The bullet hit Zain, police said. Emergency workers tried to save his life, but he died of his injuries.Authorities are investigating how the children acquired the weapon, Moorhead Police Capt. Deric Swenson said. The gun was recovered by police, police said.It’s unclear if charges will be f...

State authorities detail SWAT team shooting of suspect in St. Joseph

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

ST. JOSEPH, Minn. — The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has released the names of the people involved in a police use-of-force incident on June 21 in St. Joseph.Jason Patrick Cully, 38, of St. Joseph, was shot once when members of the Stearns/Benton County SWAT Team served a warrant for his arrest, according to a Minnesota Department of Public Safety news release.Stearns County Deputy Tyler Thunstedt fired his department rifle, striking Cully, according to the release. Thunstedt, who has eight years of law enforcement experience, is on standard administrative leave.St. Joseph police officers responded June 20 to reports of a man making threats of violence, according to the release. When they made contact, the man, identified as Cully, pointed a gun at officers and then ran away. Officers could not find him. Cully repeatedly called the police department that night and continued to make threats of violence. The Stearns County Attorney’s Office issued a warrant for Cully̵...

Airline delays and cancellations are bad. Ahead of the holiday weekend, they’re getting worse.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

By DAVID KOENIG (AP Airlines Writer)Travelers are getting hit with delays at U.S. airports again early Wednesday, an ominous sign heading into the long July 4 holiday weekend, which is shaping up as the biggest test yet for airlines that are struggling to keep up with surging numbers of passengers.As of early morning, nearly 1,300 flights have been delayed in the U.S., according to FlightAware. Cancellations neared 700 flights.Cancellations and delays were most severe along the East Coast early and were growing worse rapidly. Disruptions are expected to spread West.The delays are being compounded by thunderstorms that raked the Northeast on Tuesday. At various times, the Federal Aviation Administration held up flights bound for LaGuardia Airport in New York and Reagan Washington National and Baltimore-Washington airports near the nation’s capital.About 6,500 flights were delayed and about 1,900 canceled on the East Coast Tuesday. United Airlines, with a major hub in Newark, New Jers...

Loons interested in signing English left back Ethan Bristow

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

Minnesota United is interested in English left back Ethan Bristow, a source confirmed to the Pioneer Press on Wednesday.English transfer correspondent Pete O’Rourke with Football Insider reported the Loons are the first club to make a move for Bristow, with “several” English Football League sides also keen on the young player.The Loons are looking to add an athletic, attacking fullback in the summer transfer window, which opens July 5, and Bristow fits the mold. Wyscout said Bristow’s contract expires June 2024.Bristow, 21, also could take MNUFC’s third and final Under-22 Initiative slot. Bongi Hlongwane and Sang Bin Jeong occupy the other two spots.Bristow was a workhorse for Tranmere Rovers in England’s League Two last season, playing 4,140 minutes across 46 matches. He had one goal and two assists.Bristow was with Reading for the 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons, playing mostly in the Premier League 2 and the Championship. He was credited with 12 shot-creating actions in t...

Underground Railroad Education Center gets $2 Million for new Interpretive Center

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Underground Railroad Education Center in Albany is getting significant new funding for their Interpretive Center. State lawmakers and other community leaders announced the $2 Million boost from the New York Capital Assistance program, explaining how the money will push the center’s development forward. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The museum plans to use the new interpretive center to expand their exhibits and provide a community space for children, guest speakers and artists interested in learning more about the area’s history. “The interpretive center was a dream that began with the sitting board of directors in 2008 so it has been hovering for a long time," Mary-Liz Stewart, Co-Founder of the Underground Railroad Education Center, said. Underground Railroad Education Center plans community expansion “When I say I get chills every time I read about Steven and Harriet Myers, part of the ...

Lake Luzerne woman arrested for SNAP fraud

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - A Lake Luzerne woman was arrested on Monday for welfare fraud. The Warren County Sheriff's Office arrested Gina Mitchell after an investigation by the county Department of Social Services.Mitchell, 36, was found to have received $8,936 in benefits for which she was not eligible. The county investigation found that she had railed to report wages on a recertification form for SNAP benefits. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Mitchell was arrested on counts of 3rd-degree welfare fraud, offering a false instrument for filing, and 3rd-degree grand larceny. She was arraigned in Queensbury Town Court and released pending court appearance.

Inmate accused of 2021 Amsterdam murder

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An Auburn man was arrested and is accused of second-degree murder pertaining to a fatal shooting in Amsterdam on March 12, 2021. Naturalwise Joseph, 35, faces several charges and is already serving 18 years to life in prison for a separate killing. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Friday, March 12, 2021, at 1:52 a.m., Amsterdam Police received a call for a man seriously injured, who was found bleeding on the sidewalk on Hibbard Street between James Street and Reid Street. The man, identified as 37-year-old Ricardo Lopez, was airlifted to Albany Medical Center.Later that day, Lopez succumbed to his injuries, after suffering a gunshot wound to his head. An investigation ensued.An investigation consisting of the Montgomery County District Attorney's office and Amsterdam Police announced on Wednesday the arrest of Joseph, formerly of Albany. Leaders of camping group ticketed in Ulster County Pol...

Troy's first Rockin' on the River show postponed

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Rockin' on the River's first show for 2023 has been postponed due to weather, said the Downtown Troy Business Improvement District. Neon Avenue, which was originally supposed to perform on June 28, will now be performing on August 2. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! According to Meteorologist Jill Szwed's weather report, there will be isolated thunderstorms throughout the area on Wednesday. Also, an Air Quality Alert has been issued for eastern New York due to Canadian wildfire smoke.The concert on July 12 with Sirsy and Legacy is scheduled to go on as planned as of now. Conehead Buddha with Josh & Tracy is set for July 26 and Skeeter Creek with Nick & Liam is scheduled for August 9. 06/28/2023: Unsettled, humid stretch ending Rockin' on the River is held at Riverfront Park in Troy, along the banks of the Hudson River. The shows take place from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

EPA reports chemical spill near Lambert Airport

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

HAZELWOOD, Mo. - EPA officials responded to a chemical spill Tuesday near the St. Louis Lambert Airport, one believed to be connected with the Boeing Corporation. The United States Environmental Protection Agency was notified of a release of chromium compounds from a Boeing-operated wastewater treatment plant. Air quality alert for St. Louis from Canadian wildfire smoke Officials say Boring worked with the EPA to stop the release and implement a sampling strategy from wastewater on-site. Parts of Coldwater Creek were also sampled to evaluate any potential impacts. The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is assessing any potential impacted areas. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW According to the EPA, initial reports revealed that he...

List: July 4 celebrations in the St. Louis area

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 11:18:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS - America's birthday, also known as the 4th of July, is quickly approaching. With temperatures rising, several areas in both St. Louis City and County are planning to celebrate. Here's a list of several celebrations in the region you can enjoy with friends and family. America's Birthday ParadeCheck out some of the country's best marching bands and the nation's tallest monumentEveryone is urged to wear red, white, and blue The parade goes along Market Street starting at 10:00 a.m.Bridgeton FireworksJudge an-hour long car show that's followed up by a parade at Bridgeton's July 4 eventFood menu includes: beer, chips, French fries, hot dogs, ice cream, soda, lemonade, nachos, soft pretzels, and more Begins at 10:00 a.m. at the Bridgeton Municipal Athletic Complex Chesterfield Fireworks Join the circus at the Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 4Take pony Rides and check out the petting zoo from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Free area 'Kids Zone' and food tr...