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Madison Cawthorn pleads guilty in case over bringing a loaded handgun through TSA checkpoint

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

(CNN) — Former North Carolina Rep. Madison Cawthorn pleaded guilty Friday to bringing a loaded handgun through a Transportation Security Administration checkpoint at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport last year, according to his attorney.Cawthorn, whose trial was set to start Friday, entered a guilty plea for the third-degree misdemeanor charge of possession of a dangerous weapon on city property, according to his attorney Missy Owen.The former Republican congressman was fined $250, without probation, and his firearm will be returned, his attorney said.“Mr. Cawthorn accepted responsibility for this mistake. Law enforcement noted his cooperative attitude at every step. He chose to resolve this case in a manner that would ensure his uninterrupted right to possess a firearm. He remains staunchly committed to responsible gun ownership,” Owen added.The incident in April 2022 was the second time in just over a year that airport authorities had stopped Cawthorn w...

Lay’s unveils 3 new sandwich-flavored chips — including wavy Cuban

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

There’s a new snack that puts a spin on the comfort-food pleasures of a sandwich, just in time for summer.Earlier this week, Lay’s revealed three new flavors that turn classic sandwiches into chips.The new flavor options include the taste of a BLT sandwich, a wavy Cuban sandwich and a baked buffalo chicken sandwich.The creation was inspired by fans’ love of adding chips to their sandwiches.But grab these chips now, because they won’t be on the shelves for much longer.

Immanuel Quickley latest Knick to experience ankle injury during Game 3 loss to Heat

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

MIAMI — Another day, another ankle sprain.Immanuel Quickley became the latest player in this series to suffer the dreaded foot turn, limping off the court in the fourth quarter of Saturday’s 106-85 Game 3 loss to the Heat.The backup guard didn’t show much swelling in the locker room afterward, but the immediate aftermath had Quickley on the court in agony.“It hurt a lot,” he said.Quickley was unsure of his status for Monday’s Game 4.“No idea,” he said. “We’ll see.”With about six minutes remaining and the Knicks trailing by 19, Quickley poked possession away from Heat center Bam Adebayo in the paint. Adebayo dove for the loose ball and undercut the legs of Quickley, who was lucky to avoid a knee injury.The Knicks called a timeout and Quickley limped to the locker room, where he remained until the game was over.“We’ll know more [on Sunday],” coach Tom Thibodeau said.After emerging as a Sixth Man of the...

Multiple people shot at Dallas-area outlet mall; gunman dead

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

By JAKE BLEIBERG (Associated Press)ALLEN, Texas (AP) — A gunman shot multiple people at an outlet mall in the Dallas suburb of Allen, Texas, on Saturday, killing an unknown number and sending hundreds of shoppers fleeing in panic in the latest gun violence to strike the country, officials said.Calls reporting gunshots came in about 3:40 p.m. from the Allen Premium Outlets.Witnesses told The Associated Press they saw multiple victims, including some who appeared to be children, and that they saw a police officer and a mall security guard who appeared to be unconcious on the ground.Allen police said in a Facebook post that nine victims had been taken to hospitals. Medical City Healthcare, a Dallas-area hospital system, said in a written statement it was treating eight between the ages of 5 and 61. Their conditions were unknown.An Allen Police officer was in the area on an unrelated call when the officer heard gunshots at Allen Premium Outlets at 3:36 p.m, the police department wrote o...

Puppy Prom: Adopted dogs dressed to the nines at Helen Woodward celebration

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Helen Woodward Animal Center welcomed back adopted alumni in their prom-best on Saturday to celebrate the animal rescue's work finding forever homes for four-legged friends.In the rescue center's 9th annual Puppy Prom, pups came decked out in adorable dresses, tuxedos and boutonnieres -- ready to hit the dance floor. 5 ‘glamping’ sites for wary campers near San Diego And prom, of course, wouldn't be complete without a Royal Court of furry cuties. The court was made up of the event's best-dressed pups. Doggy King was given to Bear, an adorable canine clad in attire fit for a king, while Doggy Queen went to Bitsy, riding in an adorable set of wheels. A tuxedo wearing beagle named Bodhi was named Doggy Prince and a little fashionista, Misty, with a pink and brown cheetah print dress was named Doggy Princess.Doggy King Bear posing at Helen Woodward's Puppy Prom on Sat. May 6, 2023. (Courtesy of Helen Woodward)Doggy Queen Bitsy posing at Helen Woodward's Puppy Prom on Sat....

California reparations panel OKs state apology, payments

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — California’s reparations task force began voting Saturday on recommendations for how the state may compensate and apologize to Black Californians for generations of harm caused by discriminatory policies. The nine-member committee, which first convened nearly two years ago, was giving final approval at a meeting in Oakland to a hefty list of proposals that will then go to state lawmakers to consider for reparations legislation.U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee, D-Oakland, who is cosponsoring a bill in Congress to study restitution proposals for African Americans, at the meeting called on states and the federal government to pass reparations legislation.“Reparations are not only morally justifiable, but they have the potential to address longstanding racial disparities and inequalities,” Lee said.The panel’s first vote approved a detailed account of historical discrimination against Black Californians in areas such as voting, housing, education, disproportionate poli...

One in custody after stabbing in Gerrard East and Berkeley streets area

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

One person is in custody after a stabbing in the Gerrard East and Berkeley streets area on Saturday night.STABBING:Gerrard St E & Berkeley St– reports that someone is stabbed– police o/s– officers located a man with injuries– @TorontoMedics took the patient to hospital w/ non-life-threatening injuries– 1 person in custody, knife recovered– ongoing investigation#GO1012731^al— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) May 7, 2023Police responded to reports that a person had been stabbed just after 8:00 p.m. and located a man with non-life-threatening injuries who was taken to hospital by paramedics.An investigation is ongoing and one person is in custody after the knife was recovered.

Police: 9 victims in the hospital after Dallas-area outlet mall shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

ALLEN, Texas (AP) — Law enforcement responded to a shooting at an outlet mall Saturday in the Dallas area where at least nine people have been hospitalized. Calls about shots being fired came in about 3:40 p.m. from the Allen Premium Outlets in Allen, Texas.According to the Allen Police Department, after police arrived on scene, an officer "engaged the suspect and neutralized the threat."Nine victims were taken from the scene to local hospitals by the Allen Fire Department. It is unclear at this time what condition the nine victims are in.WFAA-TV reported that police on the scene said there were multiple victims, including children. Their conditions were not immediately known, but WFAA reported that the Collin County Sheriff said the shooter is dead.Video shared on social media showed people running through a parking lot while gunfire could be heard.More than 30 police cruisers with lights flashing were blocking an entrance to the mall, with multiple ambulances on the scene.A live a...

Austin Police oversight vote: early voting results are in

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

Editor's Note: The above video is previous KXAN coverage on Austin's police oversight propositions.AUSTIN (KXAN) -- KXAN projects that voters passed Proposition A and rejected Proposition B in the Saturday election. Voter Guide: What you need to know ahead of the May 2023 local elections Proposition A, drafted by advocacy group Equity Action, got on the ballot first.The Voters for Oversight and Police Accountability (VOPA) brought forth Proposition B after that happened.See other election results as they come in. Breaking down the ballot measuresOne petition was put forth by the advocacy group Equity Action. It calls for, among other things, the Office of Police Oversight to have more access to certain police files.After City Council moved to send that measure to voters, Equity Action claims canvassers "fraudulently" tried to get people to sign a "weaker" oversight petition.KXAN uncovered that The Voters for Oversight and Police Accountability (VOPA), a group backed by the A...

RESULTS: Eanes ISD $131 million bond election

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:26:31 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Eanes ISD Board of Trustees called a May 6 bond election for voters to consider maintenance and efficiency projects, safety and security upgrades, new technological devices for students and staff and stadium upgrades.KXAN projects that voters passed Proposition A and C. There is no projection for Proposition C yet. The total bond package is about $131 million, which will be broken down into three propositions. Voter Guide: What you need to know ahead of the May 2023 local elections Proposition A: $117.773 million for safety and security upgrades, repairs and refurbishments at all Eanes ISD campuses. Other projects include energy-efficiency projects, network replacements, a new learning management system, library modernization, roof and HVAC repairs, parking lot pavement and fine arts equipment replacements.See election results after polls close at 7 p.m.Proposition B: $2.411 million for Chaparral Stadium projects including safety upgrades, pole lighting replac...