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Minnesota CAIR says Woodbury woman loses 30 family members in Israeli airstrike

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

A Woodbury woman lost 30 Palestinian family members in an Israeli airstrike, the Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-MN) announced Friday.CAIR-MN said Tariq and Manal Hamouda of Woodbury lost 30 family members when rockets hit their homes.The family owned an eye clinic in Gaza, and of the family members killed, four were doctors.“All of Manal’s siblings, spouses, and children were killed,” CAIR-MN said, noting that the only survivors were Manal’s mother and one nephew.Related ArticlesLocal News | In St. Paul, Jewish groups rally for Palestinians and call for a ceasefire Local News | Israel says two Americans held hostage by Hamas, a mother and daughter, have been released Local News | Biden faces tough battle to secure $105 billion for Ukraine, Israel, the border and more Local News | Biden declares Israel and Ukraine support is vital for US security, will ask Congress for b...

Wisconsin high school football: Menomonie tops River Falls again to move on to Level 2 of playoffs

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

For years, the second round of the playoffs felt like a birthright for Menomonie football players. That’s how frequently the Mustangs made deep playoff runs. So last fall’s Level 1 exit — capping a 3-7 campaign — likely felt like a disappointment for the program.But, a year later, Menomonie is back where it belongs.The Mustangs beat Big Rivers Conference rival River Falls for the second time in 14 days, topping the sixth-seeded Wildcats 28-7 in their playoff opener on Friday at University of Wisconsin-Stout.Menomonie will play the winner of Friday’s contest between New Richmond and Marshfield next week in Level 2.  Menomonie also beat River Falls 39-15 on Oct. 6.Leading 14-7 at the break, Menomonie’s rushing attack simply wore down the River Falls defense. Mustangs running back John Higbie ran for a pair of second-half scores, including a 50-yarder to put Menomonie up 28-7 and all but seal the deal. Higbie simply proved too difficult to bring down...

Person shot after argument in Wentzville, one taken into custody

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

WENTZVILLE, Mo. - An argument between two people led to a shooting Friday evening in Wentzville, police say. The shooting happened in a cul de sac on Evergreen Court just before 8 p.m. Friday. Police tell FOX 2 that the victim was struck several times. When officers arrived, they performed life-saving measures on the victim before they were rushed to the hospital. Feds bust suspected drug ring in St. Louis area FOX 2 has not yet confirmed the condition of the person shot, and one person of interest is in custody as of 9:30 p.m. This is a developing story. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.

Pedestrian struck, killed on I-270 in north St. Louis County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - An investigation is underway after a pedestrian was fatally struck Friday evening on Interstate 270 in north St. Louis County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol says the collision happened on 270 near North Florissant Road. Brittish Williams – From ‘Basketball Wives’ to guilty plea EMS crews and Florissant police are currently on the scene. Traffic in both directions of I-270 has been slowed, but not shut down. An accident reconstruction team with the Missouri State Highway Patrol has also responded to the scene. It's unclear what led up to the collision at this time. This is a developing story. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.

St. Louis County grand jury indicts St. Louis firefighter in wallet-theft case

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A St. Louis County grand jury has indicted St. Louis firefighter Arnold Britt on one felony charge of receiving stolen property and one misdemeanor charge of fraudulent use of a credit/debit device. The allegations stem from accusations that Britt took the wallet of one of the survivors of a deadly crash in February and used the cards to make purchases in St. Louis County.  Four victims were killed when police said a red-light runner forced the vehicle over the South Grand overpass at Forest Park Avenue.   Feds bust suspected drug ring in St. Louis area Seven Robinson-Laney was one of four survivors. While he was hospitalized, the crash victim said someone used his debit card. In an April interview with FOX 2, Robinson-Laney pointed a finger of blame at a firefighter on the scene. “It’s just hurtful,” he simply put it.  During that interview, Robinson-Laney said police investigated the accusation but told his family that when the firefighter was questioned...

You Paid For It: Northside families left in the lurch after water main break

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A water main break caused tens of thousands of dollars in damages last summer for some northside families along Carter Avenue, many of whom are still seeking help from St. Louis City Hall. The You Paid For It team decided to turn to the St. Louis Board of Aldermen for help since their pay was doubled to $72,000 a year, but we ran into a stone wall. One alderman who represents Carter Street agreed to an interview, but back on the day she was scheduled to talk with FOX 2.She later sent a text to FOX 2's Elliott Davis, saying: "Elliott, if you're going to be honest and truthful, you know that the mayor's office has control. Aldermen do not. I am continuing to work on the issue.” Feds bust suspected drug ring in St. Louis area Homeowners on Carter Street, like Marine Veteran Cornelius Higgins, had this to say in light of Aldermen doubling their pay to $70,000: “We vote for these people in office. Now that you are in there, you are not doing anything to help us. I mean, we'...

New basketball courts open at Tower Grove Park

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

ST. LOUIS - It was all smiles Friday afternoon at Tower Grove Park as St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones helped cut the ribbon on the new basketball courts.  "It sends a signal to our community that parks are welcome for everyone no matter how you choose to have fun,” said Jones.The two basketball courts had been years in the making, part of Tower Grove Park's 2017 Master plan. The courts were paid through a 2020 grant.   Feds bust suspected drug ring in St. Louis area “This is fantastic,” said Tower Grove Park Executive Director Bill Reininger. "This has been one of the top projects just because it was so heavily requested, and you can see how well it's being used and appreciated." About 70 kids and four area university basketball teams, including Harris Stowe State University and Washington University, were on hand for the fun. "I feel like basketball is something that can bring people together,” said Harris Stowe State University senior guard Anthony Bell. Close ...

Limited housing inventory and rising mortgage rates accelerate September slowdown

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

Higher mortgage interest rates combined with limited housing inventory in September accelerated the start of the traditional seasonal slowdown in housing markets across the Denver metro and statewide.Douglas County realtor Cooper Thayer said the market in his area has already settled into winter hibernation.“With showing volume decreasing quickly into the winter season, the competitive edge in the market has certainly shifted slightly towards buyers, but only those who can stomach mortgage rates above 7%,” he said.Despite limited inventory, sellers often face reducing prices and providing interest rate buydowns for sellers, according to the September Market Trends Housing Report from the Colorado Association of Realtors.According to Boulder-area realtor Kelly Moye, 45% of Boulder County’s listings in Boulder County dropped their prices before going under contract last month.“Sellers are learning how much these changes in rates are truly affecting our buyers a...

L.A. Councilmembers introduce motion to allow street vending on Hollywood Blvd.

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

Los Angeles City Councilmembers are taking action to create special street vending zones across parts of Los Angeles. On Friday, Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez and Council President Paul Krekorian introduced a motion at the City Council meeting to eliminate the no-vending zone on Hollywood Boulevard that has been in place for five years. The no-vending zones were established by the City Council in 2018, prohibiting street vending in those areas. If the motion passes, street vendors, advocacy organizations and community members will work with the city to create a "special vending zone" on Hollywood Boulevard as part of a first of its kind pilot project. The Hollywood-based project would then expand to a citywide initiative to help improve street vending policies across L.A., Soto-Martinez said.“As the son of street vendors, I’ve seen firsthand how street vendors are the ultimate entrepreneurs, contributing so much cultural vibrancy to Los Angeles,” Soto-Martínez said. “The no-vendi...

Father, daughter charged in killing and robbery of man in Newport Beach

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:57:49 GMT

A Brea man has been charged with murder and is eligible for the death penalty after he allegedly stabbed a man to death in Newport Beach to steal his Rolex watch.Randolph Loren Aguirre, 55, faces one felony count of murder and one felony count of second-degree robbery. Aguirre was released from prison only seven weeks prior to the deadly stabbing after serving more than three years for assault, officials said.He's accused of killing 46-year-old Robert Tamaccio, who was passed out in a Newport Beach alleyway after a night of drinking, in the early hours of Sept. 30.According to the Orange County District Attorney's Office, Aguirre and his 30-year-old daughter Desiree Aguirre were driving in their pickup truck when they spotted Tamaccio and decided to rob him. They got out of the truck and stole his Rolex and Randolph is accused of stabbing Tamaccio and kicking him in the head before stealing his shoes.Tamaccio died from his injuries.Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer said R...