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Judge denies cattle industry's request to temporarily halt wolf reintroduction in Colorado

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

DENVER (AP) — A federal judge has allowed the reintroduction of gray wolves in Colorado to move forward after representatives of the state's cattle industry asked for a temporary stay in the predators' release in a lawsuit.While the lawsuit will continue, the judge’s ruling allows Colorado to proceed with its plan to find, capture and transport up to 10 wolves from Oregon starting Sunday. The deadline to put paws on the ground under the voter-approved initiative is December 31. Colorado’s Ice Castles announces 2023 opening date The lawsuit from the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association and The Gunnison County Stockgrowers’ Association alleges that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service failed to adequately review the potential impacts of Colorado’s plan to release up to 50 wolves in Colorado over the next several years.The groups argued that the inevitable wolf attacks on livestock would come at significant cost to ranchers, the industry that helps drive the local economies ...

Los Angeles Chargers fire coach Brandon Staley, formerly worked with Broncos

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

(KTLA) — The Los Angeles Chargers on Friday made a move many had seen coming for much of this season, head coach Brandon Staley was fired.The Chargers suffered a humiliating 63-21 defeat to the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night, the latest in a string of painful losses.ESPN's Adam Schefter, who reported the coaching change, pointed out that Staley lasted 11 months past when many thought he'd be fired after blowing a 27-0 lead to the Jacksonville Jaguars in last season's playoffs. The year before that, the Chargers lost their final game to the Raiders despite only needing a win or tie to make the playoffs.Staley worked in Denver for a short period of time as an outside linebackers coach under thenhead coach Vic Fangio. He was in Denver in 2019 for one season before being hired by the Los Angeles Rams. General Manager Tom Telesco was also fired, Schefter reported."I want to thank Tom and Brandon for their hard work, dedication and professionalism, and wish both them and their great ...

All Lanes on Palmetto Expressway in Miami Gardens shut down due to downed power lines

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

All lanes on the Palmetto Expressway were shut down Friday afternoon. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and Florida Highway Patrol arrived at the scene on State Road 826, near Northwest 47th Avenue in the Miami Gardens, after receiving reports of downed power lines that blocked the lanes.7Skyforce hovered over the scene, where northbound and southbound traffic was at a standstill. No injuries were reported. Drivers are urged to take alternate routes until the roadways reopen. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade canceled due to inclement weather

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

In an unexpected turn of events, the Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade, hailed as the “Best Show on H2O,” has been canceled this year due to inclement weather. The annual event in Fort Lauderdale, known as the traditional kickoff to the South Florida Holiday Season, brings together the community and draws visitors from around the world.South Florida has been hit by wild winds and rounds of rain that are expected to continue into the weekend. The inclement weather is expected to dominate forecasts throughout mid-December.https://twitter.com/FTLCityNews/status/1735320403373891766?s=20Organizers decided to cancel this year’s parade in the interest of safety as adverse weather conditions pose potential risks to participants and spectators. https://twitter.com/VivianGonzalez7/status/1735672861593899272?s=20The one-of-a-kind parade showcases a display of beautifully decorated boats of all sizes along a 12-mile route. Organizers have said that the parade brings...

Man killed in East Boston stabbing

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

An adult male was killed Friday morning after a stabbing in East Boston.Boston Police responded to Gove Street just after 6:30 Friday morning following report of a person stabbed.According to authorities, upon arrival they located an adult male suffering from life-threatening stab wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.The victim’s identity has not yet been released. The BPD’s Homicide Unit is investigating the attack. Anyone with information relevant to the investigation is urged to contact police at 617-343-4470 or CrimeStoppers, if wishing to remain anonymous, at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463).

Logan Clegg sentenced in 2022 murder of retired NH couple

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — A 27-year-old man who was living in a tent in the woods in New Hampshire was sentenced Friday to up to life in prison in the fatal shooting deaths of a retired couple who had gone out for a walk. He asserted his innocence in court.Superior Court Judge John Kissinger Jr. called Logan Clegg a “stone-cold, violent murderer” as he imposed the sentence requested by prosecutors of two sentences of 50 years to life in prison for the murders of Stephen and Djeswende “Wendy” Reid. The couple were killed in April 2022 while walking on a trail near their apartment in Concord, the state capital. They had done international development and humanitarian work before recently relocating to the city.“I truly hope he engages in rehabilitation, but there is no chance — if this sentence holds — that he will spend a day outside of the prison,” Kissinger said.A jury convicted Clegg in October of all nine counts he faced, including four counts of second-degree murder, one co...

Matt Poitras will sit again when the Bruins take on Islanders

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

Bruins’ rookie center Matt Poitras will be out of the lineup Friday night when the B’s play the New York Islanders at the UBS Center, another scheduled night off to help the 19-year-old Poitras deal with the physical rigors of the NHL schedule.With Poitras out, coach Jim Montgomery will go with a big lineup at center, inserting Trent Frederic being the pivot on a third line with wings James van Riemsdyk and Jesper Boqvist.“It makes you big and heavy down the middle with (Morgan) Geekie, (Charlie) Coyle,(Johnny) Beecher and him. That’s four big, heavy bodies. We know that this is a heavy team that forechecks a lot, so we’re going to need to have a physical presence down low at both ends of the ice,” Montgomery told reporters on Long Island.Boqvist, called up before the trip, will be making his second appearance in the Boston lineup this season.. “(He brings) speed, the ability to push the pace with that line and go vertical a little bit. The reports are heR...

Bill Belichick explains Patriots veteran running back’s lack of playing time

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

FOXBORO — Running back JaMycal Hasty has been on the Patriots’ roster for a month and has yet to make his team debut.That could change this weekend with running back Rhamondre Stevenson out and veteran running back/wide receiver Ty Montgomery no longer on the roster.Head coach Bill Belichick offered some insight into why Hasty, who was claimed off waivers from the Jaguars last month, has yet to play for the Patriots this season during Friday morning’s news conference.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots down another starter at Friday practice before Chiefs game New England Patriots | Patriots’ Demario Douglas cleared concussion protocol, trending to play Week 15 New England Patriots | Bill Belichick, Jerod Mayo, Patriots’ defense have something to prove vs. Chiefs New England Patriots | Callahan: What tricks does Bill Belichick have left for Patrick Mahomes? New England Patriots ...

What are the Chicago Cubs’ NL Central chances in 2024? A youth infusion in the division means a title won’t come easily.

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

The Chicago Cubs’ window of contention has been built around a core that can remain intact for the next three years.If properly supplemented by their top prospects coming through the system, in addition to whichever impact talent the front office brings in this offseason through free agency or trades, the Cubs have an opportunity to reestablish dominance in the National League Central Division.The Cubs need to add more power in the middle of their lineup and continue to bolster their pitching staff. A path exists on both fronts, and the market should start to see more movement following Friday’s news of Shohei Ohtani’s record deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers that reportedly defers $680 million of the $700 million contract to be paid out from 2034-43.However, the timing of the Cubs’ expected rise coincides with the division as a whole getting stronger. While the Milwaukee Brewers were the only team to make the postseason in 2023 behind a 92-win division title...

Chargers fire coach Brandon Staley, GM Tom Telesco

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 14:30:01 GMT

LOS ANGELES -- The Los Angeles Chargers on Friday made a move many had seen coming for much of this season: head coach Brandon Staley was fired.The Chargers suffered a humiliating 63-21 defeat to the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night, the latest in a string of painful losses.ESPN's Adam Schefter, who reported the coaching change, pointed out that Staley lasted 11 months past when many thought he'd be fired after blowing a 27-0 lead to the Jacksonville Jaguars in last season's playoffs. The year before that, the Chargers lost their final game to the Raiders despite only needing a win or tie to make the playoffs.General Manager Tom Telesco was also fired, Schefter reported."I want to thank Tom and Brandon for their hard work, dedication and professionalism, and wish both them and their great families nothing but the best," said Owner and Chairman of the Board Dean Spanos in a statement provided by the team.=. "These decisions are never easy, nor are they something I take lightly — e...