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What to know about Trump's appearance in federal court in Miami to face felony charges

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

Donald Trump made a first appearance in federal court in Miami on Tuesday facing 37 counts related to the mishandling and retention of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate.Here’s a look at the charges, the special counsel’s investigation and how Trump’s case differs from those of other politicians known to be in possession of classified documents:WHAT HAPPENED IN COURT?Trump's lawyer entered a not-guilty plea for him, and the former president was released on his own recognizance without no bail. He will not have to surrender his passport or have his personal travel restricted.He scowled at times during the 50-minute hearing, but was otherwise expressionless. He folded his arms, fiddled with a pen and crossed his fingers back and forth as he listened.Trump leaned over to whisper to his attorneys before the hearing began but did not speak during the proceedings. He remained seated while his lawyer Todd Blanche stood up and entered the plea on his behalf. “We most certainly en...

From a foot fetish to fake accounts, Austin woman warns about Facebook Marketplace

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN)-- After decades in the Austin area, Tracy Miller and her husband are moving to the coast. "It's been a little bit of a sad thing for both of us, but we're ready," she said. Miller has sold dozens of items on Facebook Marketplace. But while getting rid of items, she's also received some unwanted attention from buyers that seem to be sending fake emails. "I instantly got an email saying that we weren't qualified yet to receive payment through Zelle," she said. She's also had odd requests about her shoes for sale. "He said, 'If you're willing to wear the shoes to the door, when I pick them up, I'll pay you $150.'"Miller said now that buyer won't leave her alone. "The fact that he's come back around even after I blocked him and reported him makes me a little more nervous," she said. Officer Jeffrey Woolverton in Hutto said they get reports about Facebook Marketplace often. "We got a report today on crib being sold on my Facebook marketplace ... And the seller never receive...

Missing teen in Copperas Cove left with unknown man, police say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

COPPERAS COVE, Texas (KXAN) -- The Copperas Cove Police Department is seeking the public's help in finding a missing teen who was last seen Monday evening, the agency said in a social media post.Copperas Cove Police said Kahlan Morello was last seen Monday, June 12. She was last seen leaving with an unknown man. | Courtesy Copperas Cove PoliceAccording to police, 15-year-old Kahlan Anne Morello was last seen in the backyard of the family's home at approximately 7:30 p.m.. Kahlan was picked up by an unidentified white man in an unidentified vehicle, police said.Furthermore, police said Kahlan was communicating via social media with the unidentified man, who is believed to be approximately 30 years old and is not a local resident.Detectives CCPD are working diligently to identify the unknown man, police said.Copperas Cove Police said Kahlan Morello was last seen Monday, June 12. She was last seen leaving with an unknown man, who is pictured above. | Courtesy Copperas Cove PoliceKahlan...

Three Chris Williams home runs ignite 21-hit attack in Saints’ 18-7 rout of Bats

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Chris Williams slugged three home runs, and the St. Paul Saints pounded out a franchise-record 21 hits in an 18-7 victory over the Louisville Bats in a Triple-A baseball game Tuesday night at Louisville Slugger Field.All nine batters for St. Paul (37-26) finished with a hit, and all nine scored a run. Seven of the nine had two or more hits, and six of them drove in at least one run.But Williams did the most damage, slamming a two-run homer in the second inning, another two-run homer in the third and a three-run homer in the fourth. He finished the night 3-for-5 with seven runs batted in.Williams has hit 10 home runs this season.Gilberto Celestino finished 3-for-6 for the Saints with a home run, a double, three RBIs and two runs scored.The St. Paul bullpen was impressive as Ronny Henriquez, Austin Brice, Michael Boyle and Patrick Murphy combined to pitch 5 2/3 shutout innings, allowing four hits while striking out eight.Related ArticlesMinnesota Twins | T...

Maternity services could close at Samaritan Hospital

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Maternity services at Samaritan Hospital could close within the next six months. St. Peter's Health Partners made the announcement in a statement on Tuesday.It is working on a provision plan to close maternity services but preserve prenatal care in Troy. The move is pending approval from the New York State Department of Health. If it is approved then the services will close within four to six months.SPHP's statement can be read in-full below:“The COVID pandemic has had a significant impact on health care, including financial and staffing effects that continue to be felt today. However, even before COVID, maternity services at Samaritan Hospital were operating at a substantial loss. And while St. Peter's Health Partners has made many efforts over the years to preserve those services in Troy, we are unfortunately no longer in a position to do so. At this time, a provisional plan has been created to consolidate ambulatory locations – closing maternity servic...

Lansingburgh teen charged in two shots fired incidents

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

PLEASANTDALE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 17-year-old from Lansingburgh is facing several charges after they were accused in two separate shots fired incidents in the city of Pleasantdale.The first incident took place on May 27. Police said the teen fired several rounds at a residence on Oakhurst Street. They were charged with Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, Criminal Use of a Firearm (Possessing a Deadly Weapon) in the First Degree, Criminal Use of a Firearm (Displaying a Firearm) in the First Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, Reckless Endangerment in the First Degree, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, and Menacing in the Second Degree. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The second, separate incident took place the next day. Police said the teen fired several shots from a handgun at a different residence on Oakhurst Street. In the May 28 incident, they were charged with seven counts of Attempted Murde...

Local Italian restaurant teams with Guns 'N Hoses for fundraiser event

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

ST. LOUIS - On Tuesday, an Italian restaurant in the Hill neighborhood teamed up with Guns 'N Hoses for the first fundraising event of the year leading up to the charity's big boxing event in November."We have family and friends that are first responders, and St. Louis has given us so much," said Rosario Scarato, owner of Anthonino's. "We love to give back, and this is one great way we can give back to St. Louis."He said 10% of Tuesday's proceeds are going to Guns 'N Hoses, the annual event that benefits BackStoppers and the 95 families they are currently helping in the St. Louis community."That includes 75 kids, and you know we pay out over $2.5 million a year in benefits to these families. Without the community's support, we could not do what we do," said Chief Ron Battelle. Police tie 12-year-old girl to overnight crime spree He said the list keeps growing with families of first responders in need of help after their loved one is killed while on the job. The list grew this year...

St. Louis County police testing alert system for police pursuits

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The NAACP held a town hall forum on police chases Tuesday, during which relatives of innocent victims expressed their displeasure over the number of innocent lives lost.“It’s been four and a half years since I’ve seen my son,” said Connie Batsell. Her son, Krystofer, was an innocent victim killed during a police pursuit in St. Charles County.“I don’t want another mother to know this pain,” Batsell said. “I still get choked up about it.”Batsell and other victims attending the forum at the Omega Center in north St. Louis called for more police accountability. Some said police pursuits happen too often and with little regard for those in their path.Some community members attending Tuesday’s forum said the entire state needs a more unified policy. Police tie 12-year-old girl to overnight crime spree Leaders with the St. Louis City and St. Louis County chapters of the NAACP started meetings with police leaders last year to find common ground. Those leaders believe tech...

Woman can't get Streets Department to admit they damaged her vehicle during tow

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

ST. LOUIS – A St. Louis woman is living a towing nightmare after her vehicle was hauled away by the Streets Department.Raven Mayford says her 2004 Durango was seriously damaged during the towing process, but no one at St. Louis City Hall is listening.Mayford’s vehicle was towed earlier this month. She said it sat on the street. The vehicle had some bumper damage, but Mayford insists it was both operable and properly licensed.Police had the vehicle towed anyway.“I went, and I had to pay to get it out, and when they pulled my truck from the back of the tow yard to the front, they damaged it,” Mayford said. “So now, it’s just sitting outside of the city tow waiting for a claim that I don’t know how long it’s going to take. I can’t not work or take care of my kids.” Police tie 12-year-old girl to overnight crime spree She believes the tow truck operator hooked her vehicle up incorrectly.“So, it’s the undercarriage of the truck that’s damaged,” she said. “It’s like more of the frame, s...

New York man found guilty of kidnapping elderly woman with dementia in West L.A.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:54:50 GMT

A man from New York, is facing the possibility of life in prison after he was found guilty on federal criminal charges in connection with the kidnapping of woman with dementia outside of a West Los Angeles medical center, authorities announced Tuesday.  The kidnapping occurred at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center located at 11301 Wilshire Blvd. on the morning of July 19, 2021, according to a news release from the United States Attorney’s Office.  The 68-year-old female victim and a friend were approaching their car outside the VA facility when Johnny Ray Gasca, 53, unexpectedly appeared and pushed the victim toward his pickup, which was parked nearby. “Gasca then picked [the victim] up and threw her into the rear portion of the truck’s passenger compartment,” the release stated. Gasca man then fled the scene with the victim.  The victim’s friend, who witnessed the kidnapping, told agents with the Federal Bureau of Investigation that Gasca may have been in a relationship with the 6...