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After 17-year-old injured in St. Paul shooting, high school in area cancels after-school activities

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

A person shot and wounded a 17-year-old in St. Paul’s North End Wednesday afternoon, leading to a high school less than a mile away canceling after-school activities.The teen was taken to Regions Hospital for treatment and his injuries appeared non-life threatening as of Thursday morning, said Sgt. Mike Ernster, a police spokesman.The shooting happened in the parking lot of 444 W. Maryland Ave., which houses the Maryland Supermarket. Other violence in the area has included the March 2022 fatal shooting of Dion Ford Jr., a 2019 Central High School graduate and basketball star, during a robbery, and the 2019 murder of Marquez Perry-Banks, 21.Officers were called to Wednesday’s shooting about 3:30 p.m. The injured teen had gone to a nearby residence on Arundel Street for help. He’d been shot in the torso, leg and arm, Ernster said.No one was under arrest as of Thursday morning.The school day ends at Como Park Senior High School at 3 p.m. The school, which is seventh-t...

Minnesota Supreme Court to hear arguments on Trump ballot eligibility on Nov. 2

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

The Minnesota Supreme Court has scheduled oral arguments for Nov. 2 on a petition that seeks to bar former President Donald Trump from appearing on Minnesota ballots next year.Eight Minnesota voters, including former Secretary of State Joan Growe and former Supreme Court Justice Paul Anderson, filed suit earlier this month contending that the 14th Amendment to the Constitution prohibits Trump from holding federal office because he took part in an insurrection on Jan. 6, 2021.The amendment was adopted after the Civil War to prevent former confederates from returning to federal office, but a recent paper by two legal scholars has prompted interest in applying it to Trump. A similar suit was filed this year in Colorado.14th Amendment, Section 3Here’s what the section of the 14th Amendment says:“No person shall be a Senator or Representative in Congress, or elector of President and Vice-President, or hold any office, civil or military, under the United States, or under any State, who, h...

Gloversville man accused of assault, child endangerment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Gloversville man was arrested following an early morning dispute on Oakland Avenue in Gloversville Thursday. Samuel McDonald Jr., 27, faces several charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Gloversville Police responded to 14 Oakland Avenue around 1:37 a.m. after a female caller said she was involved in a physical incident with a man inside an apartment. Police say the caller said the man was intoxicated and caused property damage while she tried to leave with her 5-month-old child. Police said that while she was trying to leave, McDonald Jr. grabbed the baby out of her arms.She was eventually able to leave the apartment without her child and ran to a friend's house where she contacted the police. The woman was concerned for the safety of the baby and worried it might have been hurt when the man allegedly grabbed the 5-month-old. Police arrived and said McDonald Jr. did not answer the door and re...

Electronic music and fantasy festival opening in Kerhonkson

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

KERHONKSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Magical Majestic Music Festival is set to open this weekend in Kerhonkson. The event will be held at the Hudson Valley Resort and Spa from September 22 through September 24. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The festival will feature dozens of regional DJs across several stages, as well as food, art and crafts from numerous vendors. The event will also offer a wide array of activities, including table top gaming, painting, mini golf and an indoor pool. In addition to all the available music and gaming, wellness staff will be providing instruction in yoga, therapy and mindfulness. Attendees are encouraged to join in on the fantasy fun by wearing medieval cosplay as part of the festivities. 2023 Halloween events, ghost tours in the Capital Region Hudson Valley Resort and Spa is located at 400 Granite Road. You can buy Magical Majestic Music Festival tickets by visiting the event's website.

Guns N' Roses Busch Stadium show canceled

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

ST. LOUIS - After postponing several fall concerts, Guns 'N Roses have officially canceled their September 9 performance at Busch Stadium. Event organizers say the show will not be scheduled in 2023. "I am, as is the band, really bummed we're forced to cancel our show in St. Louis," Axl Rose expressed. "The history, the memories, the return, and to share that bond with our fans. It sucks." City leaders want to reclaim Famous Barr building after owners stop paying for security Tickets purchased through the St. Louis Cardinals website will be automatically refunded. Buyers are asked to allow up to 10 business days for the refund to be processed.

Ambulance stolen from St. Mary’s Hospital, recovered without damages

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

RICHMOND HEIGHTS, Mo. - An ambulance was stolen from SSM St. Mary's Hospital early Thursday morning, but it has since been recovered by authorities. Police say the ambulance was possibly stolen by a psych patient just released from the hospital. The patient saw an opportunity and took off in the ambulance around 5:30 a.m. Prisoner escapes Mercy South Hospital, police investigating The ambulance did not sustain any significant damage, and it seems nothing was stolen from inside it. Police say it was recovered in St. Louis City limits near the intersection of Koekuk and Boradway. Police have not yet disclosed if any arrest has been made in this case. FOX 2 will update as more information becomes available.

The amber gleam of yakgwa, South Korea’s “it” cookie

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

By Eric Kim, The New York TimesOnce, when chef Junghyun Park was young, his cousin brought a piece of fresh honeycomb over to his house in Seoul.Park’s mother cherished it, as fresh honey was coveted for its health properties in South Korea, and doled it out only when someone got sick. Stirred into a mug of hot water with a little ginger, the honey made fine tea. “We were drinking it almost like medicine,” Park said.Perhaps no Korean dish represents the value of honey more than the ancient dessert yakgwa, a deep-fried honey cookie soaked in syrup. Yakgwa (“yak” means medicine and “gwa” means confection) is more than a vessel for coveted sweetness. It connects generations and tells the story of Korea’s reverence for tradition and optimism for the future.Enjoyed since the Goryeo dynasty (918-1392), these treats have seen a resurgence in popularity in South Korea and beyond, thanks in part to videos on YouTube and TikTok, and Korean dramas like the Netflix series “Alchemy of Souls.”Sou...

European Parliament meeting: MEPs called for stricter policies on Iranian regime & support for Iranian people’s uprising

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

Today (21 September), members of the European Parliament from various political groups held a meeting titled, “One year after Mahsa Amini's death: the situation in Iran.” Participants called for stricter policies on the Iranian regime, including blacklisting of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) and imposing comprehensive sanctions to force the Iranian regime to stop its ongoing crimes against Iranian protesters, its export of terrorism, missiles and drones and its nuclear ambitions. The meeting held at the European Parliament, in Brussels marking the 1st anniversary of the protests in Iran following the death of Mahsa Amini, provided a platform to discuss the ongoing struggle for freedom and women's rights in Iran.It was organized by The Parliament Magazine and focused on the EU's role in supporting the Iranian people, particularly women, addressing the destructive activities of Iranian intelligence services in Europe and discussing the ongoing uprising in Iran.The panel...

Massage parlor patron shoots robber during holdup

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

A would-be robber was shot while trying to steal from employees and customers of a massage parlor in Riverside Wednesday night.At about 9:45 p.m., two robbers entered a massage business in the 10400 block of Magnolia Avenue, according to Officer Ryan Railsback of the Riverside Police Department.The pair tried to rob employees and customers, but one patron opened fire, hitting one of the thieves, Railsback said. A handgun could be seen in the parking lot just outside the parlor's entrance.The two then fled, though the wounded robber was found nearby suffering from a gunshot wound and was taken to a nearby hospital in critical condition.The other robber is still outstanding, police said.No injuries were reported at the business.Nancy Fontan contributed to this report.

Clippers going all-in on local talent

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:54:57 GMT

Los Angeles is not just part of the Clippers’ name, it’s also a philosophy.Paul George, Kawhi Leonard, and now veteran Russell Westbrook are among the key players whose roots are firmly planted in the L.A. area. KTLA’s David Pingalore looks at how these stars see SoCal chemistry as essential to their success this season. Aired Sept. 21, 2023.