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Judge rules Trump must be placed on Colorado primary ballot, rejecting 14th Amendment challenge

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

(The Hill) — A Colorado judge has rejected an attempt to bar former President Trump from the state's presidential primary ballot over 14th Amendment claims, according to court documents.The news comes after the Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW), four Republicans and two independent Colorado voters filed a suit in September pushing for Trump’s removal. The suit claims the former president’s actions related to the Jan. 6, 2021, riot on the Capitol were in violation of the amendment, which stipulates that those who engage in acts of insurrection are no longer eligible to run for the presidency. Nearly 250K vehicles recalled by Honda over concerns of engines stalling The plaintiffs argued Trump “incited a violent mob” in an attempt “to stop the peaceful transfer of power under our Constitution.”Colorado District Judge Sarah Wallace on Friday ruled in favor of Trump, keeping his name on the primary ballot.The former president’s legal team deemed the Colorado s...

Food donations clearing up parking citations at UT

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Food insecurity impacts more people than you might think, and many of them are college students."You don't really realize how much people can stress about what they are going to eat," said Elijah Ponce, a student at the University of Texas Austin.Ponce volunteers at the UT Outpost, which is an on campus facility where students and their needs are a top priority."We are really big on trying to provide nutritious food, but also completely free to all the students here."The UT Outpost offers free food, basic hygiene items and even a clothes closet for students in need."Food insecurity does impact college students nationwide and here at UT," said Valeria Martin, assistant director of basic needs in the office of the dean of students.Martin said the UT Outpost is a busy place with hundreds of students stopping by."Sometimes on average we can see up to 300 students per week," Martin said. ‘They were eating one meal a day’: More college students facing food insecurity tha...

High School Football: Friday’s state semifinal roundup

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

CLASS 4AHutchinson 56, North Branch 28: Nathan Thode ran for 171 yards and four touchdowns to go with an interception on defense Friday at U.S. Bank Stadium, while Carter Verhasselt tallied 120 yards and a score on the ground as Hutchinson ran its way into the Class 4A final for the third consecutive season.Hutchinson (10-2) will meet Rocori in the Class 4A title game on Friday, Nov. 24 at 4 p.m. Rocori beat Hutchinson 11-0 on Sept. 22.The Tigers fell to Simley in last year’s state final after winning the 2021 state title.Charles Renner had a 64-yard receiving touchdown, while also rushing for a score.Tyler Minke reeled in two catches for 47 yards and two touchdowns for North Branch (10-2), while Jacob Robillard ran for 112 yards on the ground.Hutchinson won the turnover battle 3-0. The Tigers scored six touchdowns Friday, and successfully completed the ensuing two-point attempt after each of them.CLASS 2AEden Valley-Watkins 42, Cannon Falls 24: Cannon Falls got its rushing at...

Twins tender contracts to all major league arb-eligible players

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

The Twins tendered contracts to all of their major league arbitration-eligible players ahead of Friday’s 7 p.m. deadline, notably retaining infielder Kyle Farmer, the biggest question mark of the bunch.While some of the decisions weren’t much of decisions at all — as with Alex Kirilloff and Ryan Jeffers — there were some questions around other players, particularly Farmer. In the end, every player that was on the major league roster — Kirilloff, Jeffers, Farmer, Caleb Thielbar, Willi Castro, Nick Gordon and Jorge Alcala — were retained while the Twins opted to non-tender minor league relievers Jovani Moran, who is set to undergo Tommy John surgery, and Ronny Henriquez. The Twins could re-sign both to minor league deals.The Twins have been highly complimentary of Farmer — both because of his play on the field and his presence in the clubhouse — since he arrived in Minnesota last year. But he’s due a projected $6.6 million in arbitration, per MLB Trade Rumors, which lent to the though...

Nonprofits awarded during annual luncheon

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Capital Region Chamber of Commerce recognized local nonprofits on Friday. The chamber hosted its Nonprofit Business Awards Luncheon. It's meant to thank nonprofits for the contributions they make to the economy. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Five awardees were recognized, including the Center for Disability Services, the Epilepsy Foundation of Northeastern New York, and the Berkshire Farm Center and Services for Youth.NEWS10 Chief Meteorologist Steve Caporizzo served as emcee.

I-70 eastbound reopens near Eisenhower Tunnel after three-vehicle crash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

Eastbound Interstate 70 reopened near Eisenhower Tunnel after two crashes involving three vehicles closed the highway Friday night, according to the Colorado State Patrol.Related ArticlesTransportation | Eastbound I-70 reopens after rollover crash Transportation | I-70 eastbound reopens at Floyd Hill after sun glare closure Transportation | Interstate 70 reopens at Vail Pass after crash Transportation | Interstate 70 bridge construction in Wheat Ridge wraps up Transportation | Colorado Department of Transportation project aims to reduce I-70 closures near the tunnels this winter The closure started seven miles east of Silverthorne at exit 205 until exit 218 for Herman Gulch, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation.No injuries were reported in the crash, said Master Trooper Gary Cutler. The highway was closed for about an hour.This is the third I-70 mountain closure due to a crash in the pa...

CSU’s Mo Kamara leaving his mark on Rams football program

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

Saturday afternoon at Canvas Stadium, Colorado State will honor 10 seniors before their final home game in green and gold. Only one of them has spent his entire college career at CSU.In the changing landscape of college football, where players transfer in and out of programs, defensive lineman Mohamed Kamara has held his ground in Fort Collins.He stayed at CSU for his final season mainly because he wanted to graduate. But on the football field, he has been on a year-long pursuit of records.CSU head coach Jay Norvell only got to coach Kamara for two seasons, but he remembers having to game-plan against him as the coach at Nevada.“One thing about Mo Kamara is he’s just a relentless player and that’s what makes him such a good pass rusher,” Norvell said. “I think they could call the O-line for holding a half dozen times every game. They have to hold him to stop him from getting to the quarterback.“That’s what I saw on film. And then when I got here and met him, I could relate to him. I...

Residents worried over 'dinnertime burglaries' in Southern California

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

Residents are concerned as a troubling uptick in “dinnertime burglaries” appears to be targeting communities in the San Fernando Valley.At least three cases were recently reported where intruders broke into homes between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. — a typical dinnertime hour.In at least two cases, residents were still home at the time. Neighbors in the area are concerned about the troubling trend.One of the victims, Tim Gaspar, said his Woodland Hills home was broken into on Nov. 13.“That’s double-paned glass,” Gaspar said of a destroyed door. “I’m not sure what kind of tool they used to actually break the door in.”Gaspar came home from dinner with family only to find his back door smashed in with shattered glass everywhere. His security cameras were ripped out of the walls, the rooms were ransacked, drawers and cabinets were tossed out and valuable jewelry and personal items were gone.Residents are concerned as a troubling uptick in “dinnertime burglaries” appears to be plauging communties ...

Southern California NASA astronaut visits students at former high school

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

A Southern California astronaut returned home to speak with and inspire students ahead of his journey to space on NASA’s Artemis II mission.Victor Glover, a formal Naval aviator and Pomona native, will be piloting the upcoming mission in 2024. He took time away from training on Friday to go back to his roots and speak with students in his hometown.“We’re just the four people who are the newest members of the team trying to get a rocket and a spacecraft off the pad as soon as we can, safely, to send humans to the moon for the first time since 1972,” Glover explained of the Artemis II mission.Speaking to students and educators at his alma mater, Ontario High School, Glover shared the story behind his incredible journey to NASA, hoping to inspire future astronauts.“It’s great to come home,” he said.The hometown hero spent some time looking back on his childhood and recalling some of the lessons learned along the way.Victor Glover, a Pomona native and NASA astronaut, prepares for the Ar...

Rolling Loud California 2024 Celebrates a Decade with Diverse Lineup

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 18:57:54 GMT

Rolling Loud, the world’s largest hip-hop festival, is gearing up for its 10-year anniversary with an eclectic lineup set to captivate audiences at Rolling Loud California 2024. Returning to Hollywood Park near SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, CA, from March 15th to 17th, the festival boasts an impressive blend of A-list rapper, iconic Latin artists, and genre-bending vocalists.Headlining the event are Nicki Minaj, Post Malone, and Future with Metro Boomin. Nicki Minaj, making her second headlining appearance at Rolling Loud, is set to unveil songs from her highly anticipated album, “Pink Friday 2.” Post Malone returns armed with an extensive catalog of mammoth hits, while Future and Metro are slated to rock the crowd with their amazing collaborative work. In an innovative move reflecting Southern California’s diverse culture, Rolling Loud introduces four extremely popular Latin artists to perform. The lineup includes Fuerza Regida, Natanael Cano, Junior H, and Chi...