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Twins’ three-game win streak snapped with 10-inning loss to Orioles

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

Byron Buxton stood just outside of the first base bag with his hands on his hips, waiting to see whether or not he had just given the Twins a 3-0 lead.Buxton saw Baltimore center fielder Cedric Mullins leap at the wall near the 411-foot marker but was unsure of whether he got his glove on a ball he had just hit an estimated 414 feet at 104.3 mph off Orioles left-hander Cole Irvin.When Mullins came down with it, Buxton slammed his helmet to the ground before raising his arms, as if to say, “Why?” Or maybe, “How?” Mullins responded in kind, as if to say, “Sorry, man, it’s my job.”Instead of watching Carlos Correa and Donovan Solano trotting home ahead of him for a 3-0, third-inning lead, Buxton tipped his cap. He’s a center fielder, too — or was before being limited to designated hitting duties this season — and appreciates a highlight reel catch.It was the play of the game, the difference between victory and defeat as the Orioles won the first of a three-game series, 3-1 in 10 inning...

Fatal suspected overdoses throughout Schenectady

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -The Schenectady Police Department has reported a total of six fatal suspected overdoses from Saturday through Thursday. When it comes to illegal drugs, there are a few ways the city tackles the issue.“We want to save lives. We don’t want families to go through this. We have six families right now that are dealing with a loss of a loved one and we want to prevent that from happening again," said Schenectady Police Department Lieutenant," Ryan Macherone.For those using drugs, they may not know of local resources that are ready to help break their addiction before it becomes deadly. Macherone and his team take to the streets to try to offer support. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “We know of areas where people tend to congregate that may be using in those areas. We try to get the word out about different services that are out there," described Macherone.When someone using overdoses in the area, Mac...

Rutland City Police officer dies in on-duty car crash

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

RUTLAND, Vt. (NEWS10) -- A Rutland police officer was killed Friday after a car being pursued by other officers slammed into her vehicle. Around 2:35 p.m. Friday, police were called to East Washington Street where a man named Tate Rheaume, 20, was reportedly attempting to break in a home. Police responded and a vehicle pursuit ensued. Multiple police units were responding to the pursuit when police said Rheaume crossed over the center median and hit two police vehicles. One cruiser was being driven by 19-year-old Jessica Ebbighausen. She succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Ebbighausen joined the Rutland Police Department on May 23 and was working part-time. A supervising full-time officer was in the passenger seat and remains hospitalized. The other injured officer was treated and released. The pursuing vehicle was not hit.Rheaume is being treated for non-life threatening injuries at Verm...

Residents concerned for safety at apartment due to unlivable conditions

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Many residents, including a mother, are worried about their safety in their apartment complex located on South Broadway in St. Louis. Initially, there were minor issues, but now it has escalated into a major health hazard."I have poop all over my house, it's under my refrigerator, it's under my oven," said Nicole Dawson, a resident. "It's in front of my door frames, it's up under my bed, it's everywhere."Dawson has been a resident of Riverbend City Apartments for more than nine years. During this time, she has experienced various issues such as broken locks, faulty gates, and poorly maintained elevators."I've had mice run over my feet, I've had roaches fall into my hair …. It's got nothing but worse," Dawson said.Just down the hall, a mother and her 2-month-old have similar issues."My tub has been stalked up for almost a month now … the carpets wet, there's mold on the floor," said Charbonier Burnet, a 5-year resident. Mayor refuses to talk about expired tags until he ...

Suspect found beaten and bloody in field, police involvement investigated

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A police brutality investigation is underway several days after an apparently-beaten man was found in an open field in Kinloch.On the Fourth of July, just before 9 p.m., a woman driving by happened to spot the man lying in the grass, apparently injured. The witness reported she saw police officers around him, but none from a department several towns over. That caught her attention. She said those officers took off, leaving the man behind. Mayor refuses to talk about expired tags until he gets 25 push-ups There were allegations made in a Facebook post, with pictures and a video of St. Louis County Police responding to the injured man. The witness asked not to be identified. The St. Louis County Police Department told FOX 2, "Arriving officers made contact with an adult male suffering from apparent bodily injuries, who was conscious and alert and informed officers he had been assaulted…the investigation is ongoing.”The Northwoods Police Department is the agen...

Family Arena Fun Fest returns for second year 

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

ST. CHARLES, Mo. - The St. Charles Family Arena Fun Fest is back for a 10-day stay.It's the second year the carnival has been in St. Charles, but Wade Shows Incorporated, which runs the carnival, is no stranger to the business. Kevin Bosley is the company's general manager and has been in the business since he was a teenager.“This is what we do, and we are really good at it," Bosley said on Friday. “Drinks, food, games, and rides—we have everything for any family across the board.”The carnival opened on Friday and will remain open until July 16. On the opening day, they had a special 'Dollar Day' event where the admission fee and ride fee were both one dollar.Kymani Johnson went to the carnival last year and was back for opening day.“I really like rollercoasters," she said. What is causing the mysterious St. Louis County hum? Salena Hodges was a first-time visitor.“We are just excited for the rides and the food," she said.The carnival boasts three new rides and the longest hu...

Shooting death of 10-year-old Belleville child prompts fundraisers 

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

BELLEVILLE, Ill. - The Major Case Squad of Greater St. Louis announced on Friday that two suspects have been charged in the shooting death of 10-year-old Brandon Scott.The tragic shooting on Tuesday prompted the activation of the Major Case Squad. It also struck a nerve.“Brandon Scott lost the opportunity to live out a prosperous life due to senseless acts of those charged in this investigation,” said Master Sgt. Shane Brown, deputy commander of the Major Case Squad. “This unfortunate and tragic event has not only touched his family but the community as a whole.”“This baby was killed for nothing that he did wrong,” said Kiwan Guyton, the owner of two barbecue businesses in Illinois. “It was senseless. This violence needs to stop.” Mayor refuses to talk about expired tags until he gets 25 push-ups Guyton has also worked in law enforcement for nearly 30 years. He’s had many sleepless nights, but said Scott’s death has been especially difficult to comprehend. Guyton will donate half ...

City of Pagedale rejected organization aims to help women transition back into society after prison

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - An organization that aims to assist women transitioning from prison back to normal life was rejected by the Pagedale community in north St. Louis County.The head of The SoulFisher Ministries contacted FOX 2 about this battle with the mayor over a program they say will help a lot of women, including many from Pagedale.This nonprofit organization has an annual budget of approximately $2 million. It has secured grants of $1.6 million from the U.S. Department of Justice and $4 million from the U.S. Department of Education. It also has a working relationship with the Missouri Department of Corrections. This program offers support to women from one year before their release from prison until their actual release, providing them with housing, child care, job training, and mental health services.The CEO Shawntelle Fisher, said she is disappointed at Pagedale for slamming the door on them. She said she wants to spend $700,000 to renovate a building they own in Pagedal...

Man sentenced for ATM fraud targeting low-income Southern Californians

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

A Romanian citizen was sentenced to jail for ATM skimming thefts targeting low-income Southern Californians.Virgil Toader Negru, 40, was found guilty of one count of felony identity theft and one count of forgery related to card skimming government fraud schemes. He faces 240 days in jail and two years of felony probation, according to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office.On April 1, 2023, Negru was seen “engaging in suspicious activity at two ATM sites in Simi Valley” by authorities investigating Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card skimming fraud.EBT cards allow participants to pay for food using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, formerly known as food stamps. Employment Development Department (EDD) cards are used for distributing state funds such as unemployment, disability insurance, and paid family leave.Negru was found in possession of 12 gift cards that were cloned into EBT and EDD cards. Negru attempted to use the cloned cards to withdraw...

Irvine police recover over $125K from burglary suspect

Published Mon, 03 Mar 2025 20:54:42 GMT

Irvine police arrested a 26-year-old suspect on Friday for a residential burglary that occurred on Tuesday. At approximately 12:30 a.m. on July 5, authorities responded to reports of a burglary in the Altair community, according to an Irvine Police Department news release. After returning home around midnight, the victim noticed his door was open and cash and jewelry were missing from his home. Surveillance footage captured a silver Honda Odyssey minivan tailgating another vehicle into the gated community and was seen parked near the victim’s home. A man appears to exit the vehicle, walk towards the home, and is then seen leaving the home with items in his hands. The same vehicle was seen entering the neighborhood the week before on June 25, and surveillance was able to capture the driver’s picture. Detectives identified the suspect as 26-year-old Matty Chavoshi of Fontana. During a search warrant at the suspect’s home, authorities recovered the victim’s watch an...