UVALDE, Texas (AP) — Law enforcement authorities faced questions and criticism Thursday over how much time elapsed before they stormed a Texas elementary school classroom and put a stop to the rampage by a gunman who killed 19 children and two teachers. Get the latest news, weather, sports, and entertainment sent straight to your inbox!… Continue reading WATCH: Texas law enforcement update on Uvalde shooting
$175,000 in grants for Capital Region arts programs
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) – $175,000 in grants from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) have been awarded to local and regional arts organizations in the Capital Region. This round of NEA grants will help support a diverse slate of music, theater, fine arts, and multimedia design programs in Troy and Saratoga Springs. Get the… Continue reading $175,000 in grants for Capital Region arts programs
Meadows burned papers after meeting with Scott Perry, Jan. 6 panel told
Then-White House chief of staff Mark Meadows burned papers in his office after meeting with a House Republican who was working to challenge the 2020 election, according to testimony the Jan. 6 select committee has heard from one of his former aides. Cassidy Hutchinson, who worked under Meadows when he was former President Donald Trump’s… Continue reading Meadows burned papers after meeting with Scott Perry, Jan. 6 panel told
Biden is squaring off with Bezos — and bringing back a top aide with Amazon ties
As the White House this month weighed how hard to engage Amazon founder Jeff Bezos over his criticism of its economic policies, it brought back a senior aide whose firm does work for the company. Anita Dunn rejoined the administration as a top adviser this month from the powerful communications shop she co-founded, SKDK. The… Continue reading Biden is squaring off with Bezos — and bringing back a top aide with Amazon ties
Northern Irish unionists dismiss US congressman as insulting in Belfast talks
BELFAST — Unionist leaders in Northern Ireland ripped into a U.S. congressional delegation Thursday, accusing the visitors of insulting their community. “It has been the most undiplomatic visit I’ve ever seen to these shores,” said Democratic Unionist leader Jeffrey Donaldson, whose party is blocking the revival of a cross-community government in Northern Ireland in protest… Continue reading Northern Irish unionists dismiss US congressman as insulting in Belfast talks
How Lindsay Somers takes the awkward out of on-screen nudity
Early days: My movie-buff father taught me to appreciate powerful performances. One of my first favourites was Dirty Dancing, which stood out for its ability to create tension and chemistry through choreography and dance. My own performing career started when I joined the Raptors Junior Dance Pak in the ’90s. Education: I went to art… Continue reading How Lindsay Somers takes the awkward out of on-screen nudity
What exactly is an AR-15-style rifle?
The Texas shooter was, according to early reports, armed with an “AR-15” style weapon and a handgun. The “AR” is for Armalite — not assault rifle — the name of the company which manufactured the original AR-15. The manufacturing rights for AR-15s were eventually sold to Colt, which sold a version to the U.S. military… Continue reading What exactly is an AR-15-style rifle?
SF Giants trade Williams, add speedy infielder to farm system
The utility infielder the Giants added right before Opening Day is headed back to the National League East. After injuries compelled the Giants to trade for former Phillies utility infielder Luke Williams, the club designated him for assignment on May 21 and completed a trade Thursday that will send Williams to the Marlins. In exchange… Continue reading SF Giants trade Williams, add speedy infielder to farm system
Dublin offices and big chunk of land are bought by veteran developer
DUBLIN — An older office building that sits on a big chunk of land in Dublin has been bought by a veteran real estate company with a penchant for redeveloping choice sites. Overton Moore Properties has bought a large site in western Dublin that includes a half-century-old office building, according to documents filed on May… Continue reading Dublin offices and big chunk of land are bought by veteran developer
Man dies after being struck by Amtrak train in Oakland
OAKLAND — A man was killed Wednesday night in East Oakland when he was hit by an Amtrak train while he was walking on the railroad tracks, officials said. The Alameda County Coroner’s Office was working to identify the man Thursday. The fatality happened about 9:44 p.m. Wednesday on railroad tracks in the area of… Continue reading Man dies after being struck by Amtrak train in Oakland