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Washington Post: Evidence shows police told South Dakota AG involved in fatal crash that victim’s glasses were found in his car

February 24, 2021 3:33 PM CNN Newsource

A pair of glasses belonging to a man who was fatally struck by South Dakota Attorney General Jason Ravnsborg was found in the Republican official’s car by detectives investigating the September crash, The Washington Post reported Wednesday, a revelation that led the state’s governor to call for his resignation. Ravnsborg struck and killed 55-year-old Joseph

Family of Minnesotan presumed dead while kayaking in Florida propose ‘Aqua Alert’ system

February 24, 2021 3:27 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story Minneapolis (WCCO) — A Minnesota family is turning personal tragedy into a cause for positive change. David Schink is presumed to have died over the weekend while kayaking in Florida. He was 61. Judy Schink is his wife. “I thought, ‘He’ll be here any minute, he’ll be here

Researchers developing rapid at-home Covid test that connects to your smartphone

February 24, 2021 3:20 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story Miami (WFOR) — Researchers are developing a new, rapid COVID-19 test that connects to your smartphone to reveal results at home. Ever since the pandemic began, researchers in France have been working on a way to test for COVID-19 quickly and accurately. “Since March, we try to develop

FDA reports Johnson & Johnson 1-dose shot effective against COVID-19

February 24, 2021 3:15 PM Zola Crowder

During clinical trials, the Food and Drug Administration found the single-dose Johnson & Johnson coronavirus vaccine 66% effective at preventing COVID-19 cases.

Some in Missouri successfully appeal jobless repayments

February 24, 2021 3:09 PM Associated Press

ST. LOUIS (AP) — About 46,000 Missourians were mistakenly overpaid unemployment benefits as part of the stimulus during the coronavirus pandemic. While the state wants the money back, some are having success in winning their appeals. Missouri Department of Labor Director Anna Hui has said the state has a duty to collect the $150 million

Texas students struggling during pandemic, now hit with winter storms

February 24, 2021 3:09 PM CNN

Click here for updates on this story Dallas (KTVT) — The so-called “COVID slide” could be even worse after last week’s storms. Experts say the continued interruption of school could make our children’s learning loss even more pronounced. It’s a concern for parents everywhere: The longer the pandemic goes, the greater the gap in their

Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine is safe and effective, FDA analysis finds

February 24, 2021 3:09 PM CNN Newsource

In an analysis released Wednesday, the US Food and Drug Administration said the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine has met the requirements for emergency use authorization — another step toward the authorization of a third shot for the United States. The efficacy of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine against moderate to severe/critical Covid-19 across all

LA County hopes to source millions of free masks for residents, schools

February 24, 2021 3:02 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story LOS ANGELES (KCAL/KCBS) — Los Angeles County officials said Tuesday they would work to source free masks and other protective gear for residents, schools, transit operators and businesses, especially those in COVID- 19 hot spots. According to supervisor Hilda Solis, the county would be able to provide millions

Not as many people are going to TJMaxx. ‘Revenge shopping’ could help

February 24, 2021 3:01 PM CNN Newsource

TJMaxx has taken a hit from the pandemic with fewer people visiting stores and picking up clothing. But the discount giant is betting that customers will re-emerge once they get the Covid-19 vaccine and “revenge” shop to make up for the lost year. TJX, the owner of discount chains TJMaxx and Marshalls, said Wednesday that

Caught on video: Thousands of dolphins stampede next to whale watching boat

February 24, 2021 3:00 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story NEWPORT BEACH, California (KCAL/KCBS) — A whale watching trip off Newport Beach got lucky Monday when it came upon thousands of dolphins stampeding right alongside their boat. The sight of thousands of common dolphins swimming fast alongside a fast raft boat with Newport Coastal Adventures was captured it

Footage shows moment when woman was hit, killed by SUV

February 24, 2021 2:58 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story Chicago (WBBM) — A mother of three was struck and killed while walking just a few blocks from her home in Englewood Monday afternoon. On Tuesday, CBS 2 Investigator Megan Hickey obtained an exclusive look at the speeding sport-utility vehicle, and possible police pursuit, that took the woman’s

Court documents: former Fulton firefighters’ union treasurer admits to stealing from organization

February 24, 2021 2:54 PM Matthew Sanders

An officer for the Fulton firefighters’ union has been arrested on suspicion of stealing from the union.

Tracking clouds and cooler temperatures Thursday

February 24, 2021 2:49 PM Jessica Hafner

TONIGHT: Increasing clouds and chilly with light north winds. Lows in the upper 20s. TOMORROW: Partly to mostly cloudy and slightly cooler with highs in the mid-40s. EXTENDED: Friday brings more sun during the day and sends us back to about 50, but a weak disturbance rolling through late in the day could bring some light evening showers.

Runners honor Ahmaud Arbery with 2.23 mile run, walk on anniversary of his death

February 24, 2021 2:45 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story Boston (WBZ) — Runners across the country lacing up their sneakers in honor of Ahmaud Arbery, a black man shot and killed while jogging on February 23, 2020. Among them is Leandrew Belnavis, the founder of the Unnamed Run Crew. “He could’ve been a younger brother. He could’ve

Mizzou match up with Texas A&M postponed due to COVID-19

February 24, 2021 2:40 PM Nathalie Jones

COLUMIA, Mo (KMIZ) The Mizzou men’s basketball team will not host Texas A&M on Saturday, due to COVID-19 concerns within the Aggies’ program. Texas A&M has not played a game since the team met Kansas State in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge on Jan. 30. Up next – the Tigers will travel to Gainesville on March

75-year-old woman says she ’doesn’t know what to do next’ after repeated attempts to make Covid-19 vaccination appointment

February 24, 2021 2:40 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story Harford County, Maryland (WJZ) — While the number of Marylanders getting their COVID-19 vaccinations continues to climb, many are still trying to get a shot. Judi Harris said she has done everything she can to try to make an appointment to get vaccinated. “I’m 75-years-old, I lost my

Two more kids kicked out of Sacramento Catholic School tied to parents’ OnlyFans scandal

February 24, 2021 2:24 PM CNN

Click here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO, California (KOVR) — The scandal is expanding involving young kids kicked out of Sacred Heart Parish Catholic school because of their mom’s nude videos online. A total of five kids have been kicked out of school. Two of them are the children of the Sacred Hearts Athletic

Questions remain on J&J Covid-19 vaccine rollout as authorization decision approaches

February 24, 2021 2:21 PM CNN Newsource

Johnson & Johnson says that it has 4 million doses of its Covid-19 vaccine ready to ship “immediately” once it receives emergency use authorization, which could happen this week. But as the decision nears, it’s unclear when or where those doses will be delivered. During a briefing on Wednesday, White House Covid coordinator Jeff Zients

Police: Man got into home, had a bowl of cereal, then fell asleep

February 24, 2021 2:20 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story CERES, California (KOVR) — Authorities say a Ceres family woke up to an unknown man who had somehow gotten into their home, made himself a bowl of cereal, then fell asleep on a chair. The incident happen back on Feb. 16 at a home along the 1600 block

Coyote responsible for series of attacks strikes again

February 24, 2021 2:16 PM CNN Newsource

Click here for updates on this story LAFAYETTE, California (KPIX) — A coyote who bit a man in Lafayette on Friday has been determined to be the same coyote responsible for four other biting attacks on people in the area, Moraga police reported Tuesday. The attack happened across from a Kwik Stop convenience store on

Month: February 2021