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Alabama executes man for beating 75-year-old woman to death; 1st execution since pause

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

(The Hill) -- The Supreme Court early Friday morning allowed Alabama to move forward with its first lethal injection since the state paused executions last year over concerns about the procedure.Convicted murderer James Barber, 64, was pronounced dead at 2:56 a.m. ET, according to the state's Department of Corrections, nearly two hours after the justices rejected Barber's emergency request to halt the execution.The court denied Barber's request over the public dissents of the court's three liberals, Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson, who said Alabama was using Barber as its "guinea pig."After the state experienced issues securing the necessary IV access in three lethal injections last year, two of which were canceled, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey (R) paused executions and ordered a “top-to-bottom” review.Alabama then added new personnel to the IV team and expanded the time frame the prison system has to complete an execution. But attorneys for Barber, who...

Tony Bennett, Grammy-winning vocalist, iconic musical stylist, dies at 96

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Tony Bennett, the eminent and timeless stylist whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" graced a decadeslong career that brought him admirers from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga, died Friday. He was 96, just two weeks short of his birthday.Publicist Sylvia Weiner confirmed Bennett's death to The Associated Press, saying he died in his hometown of New York. There was no specific cause, but Bennett had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2016.The last of the great saloon singers of the mid-20th century, Bennett often said his lifelong ambition was to create "a hit catalog rather than hit records." He released more than 70 albums, bringing him 19 competitive Grammys — all but two after he reached his 60s — and enjoyed deep and lasting affection from fans and fellow artists.Bennett didn’t tell his own story when performing; he let the music speak instead — the Gershwins and Cole Porter, Ir...

Popeyes offers its take on 'girl dinner' TikTok trend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

BATON ROUGE, La. (WVLA/WMGB) -- Popeyes is jumping on board a recent TikTok meal trend by creating its version of the "girl dinner."According to People.com, it is "a minimal-effort meal trend." Popeyes' take on this new TikTok trend is equally simple. Under its "Girl Dinner" tab, the fried chicken chain is offering a variety of individually ordered sides - minus the chicken:Mashed Potatoes with Cajun GravyHomestyle Mac & CheeseColeslawCajun FriesRed Beans and RiceBiscuitsThe #girldinner trend took off with a post by Olivia Maher, who said on TikTok in May, “A girl just came on here and said how, like, in medieval times peasants had to eat nothing but bread and cheese and how awful that was, and she was like, 'That’s my ideal meal.'” She continued by showing a spread of cheese, bread, cornichons and grapes. “I call this 'girl dinner' or 'medieval peasant.'” Sandwich shop adds new location in Baton Rouge Popeyes says the “Girl Dinner” menu is designed "to offer guests options pa...

PHOTOS: Primark opens in Crossgates Mall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Primark officially opened in Crossgates Mall on Thursday, July 20. For Primark, an international clothing retailer with more than 400 stores globally, this is its eighth store in New York and first in the Capital Region. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Primark space is more than 33,000 square feet and has the latest fashion trends, essentials, homewares, and gifts. The store is located on the ground floor near Texas de Brazil.To celebrate the grand opening, Primark partnered with Things of My Very Own to donate clothes to children in-need in the Albany area. The company matched the product donations collected at its pre-opening friends and family event. Sur La Table celebrating grand opening in Stuyvesant Plaza Through Saturday, shoppers can enjoy live music from local DJ Lady Verse. On Friday, cookies will be available from Sweet Elevation Bakery and the Famous Lunch hot dog food truck w...

Protests over Francis Howell plan to allow anti-racism resolution to expire

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

O'Fallon, Mo -- Controversy erupted within the Francis Howell School District as a result of actions taken by the school board, which have the potential to lead to the expiration of an anti-racism resolution within the district. The setting for this unfolding situation was the Francis Howell School District headquarters located off Highway K, where the school board convened for a crucial vote Thursday. The resolution could soon reach its end if the board's decision stands.Opponents of the board's action were vocal in expressing their concerns, arguing that allowing the resolution to expire would send the wrong message. They gathered outside the district headquarters with signs Thursday. Protesters say the resolution played a role in supporting students from diverse backgrounds and committing the board to speak out against racism, discrimination, and senseless violence. For them, the resolution held significant value, and its potential expiration was met with strong disapproval. Pr...

Last trauma hospital cuts services for urgent care

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The removal of trauma services at DePaul Hospital in Bridgeton, as reported by the Post-Dispatch, will result in the area lacking a dedicated facility to address urgent, severe injuries like those caused by gunshots, stabbings, or car crashes. SSM Health, the organization responsible for this decision, has cited a low volume of such patients as the reason behind scaling back trauma services.SSM Health has assured the community that they will work closely with local emergency services to facilitate a smooth transition during this change. Despite the discontinuation of trauma services, DePaul Hospital will retain its Level One designation for treating strokes and heart attacks, ensuring continued crucial care in those medical areas.

St. Charles County implements license plate readers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY -- In St. Charles County, the police department has announced plans to deploy license plate reader cameras on public roadways. This technology is designed to identify license plate numbers and aid in locating vehicles connected to felonies and other criminal activities.The installation of these cameras will take place at 43 different locations throughout the county. The cameras are to help law enforcement's ability to track and catch suspects involved in criminal acts.

Money Saver: Nordstrom Rack clearance sale

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The Clear the Rack Sale Is Going on Right Now at Nordstrom Rack Both Online and in-store. Limited Time: Extra 25% Off Clearance Items at Nordstrom Rack, Clothing, Shoes, Beauty, Home, and more. The sale ends Sunday. There are no returns. Visit FOX-2.com/MoneySaver.

Florissant woman gets 23-year sentence after hit & run

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

FLORISSANT, Mo -- A Florissant woman, Tiffany Kanzler, has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for her involvement in an incident that occurred in January 2022. During the incident, Kanzler hit a Saint Charles County sheriff's deputy with her car and subsequently led law enforcement on a five-mile chase.The encounter began when officers attempted to pull over the 29-year-old near Fifth Street in Saint Charles. However, Kanzler resisted and tried to run, resulting in striking the sheriff's deputy and his vehicle in the process. The deputy suffered a broken pelvis and a broken ankle.Kanzler faced several charges and was ultimately convicted of second-degree assault of a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest, leaving the scene of an accident, and property damage.

Grand County’s Devil’s Thumb fire now 76% contained, smoke expected through fall

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:57 GMT

The Devil’s Thumb Fire, which has been burning on land northeast of Fraser in Grand County since July 4, reached 76% containment Thursday, officials said.The wildfire broke out after lightning struck near the Devil’s Thumb Trailhead on July 4 and has since grown to 81 acres, according to fire officials. In the last week, the burn area has only grown two acres.Related ArticlesColorado News | New fire blazes in Mesa County following lightning strike near state park Colorado News | Summit County officials respond to wildfire near Frisco Colorado News | Colorado wildfires: Firefighters race to snuff flames before hot, dry weather hits Colorado News | Firefighters gain ground on Devil’s Thumb fire, while Spring Creek fire grows Colorado News | Devil’s Thumb fire, one of five in Colorado, burning on 95 acres While portions of the fire have been successfully contained, residents in Grand...