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6 arrested in Toronto as pro-Palestinian demonstrators stage sit-ins at MP offices

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

A number of protesters were arrested in Toronto on Monday as pro-Palestinian demonstrators staged sit-ins at federal politicians offices across the country.The Palestinian Youth Movement coordinated the sit-ins at the offices of 17 MPs in a dozen Canadian cities. The staged rallies saw demonstrators calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as they provided a list of demands for the federal government.In addition to the end of military action in Gaza, Dalia Awwad, a member of the group, says they are demanding “an end of Canadian complicity in the crimes Israel is committing in Palestine.”Toronto police say six people were arrested for trespassing on Monday afternoon at the office of Justice Minister Arif Virani near Bloor and Dundas streets in the High Park area. Police say the people who were arrested were removed from the premises and released with a provincial offence notice for trespassing.The constituency office of Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, near Bloor St...

Off the Beaten Path: Saratoga County Homestead

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

MIDDLE GROVE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Haunted Nights, a paranormal event company, hosts haunted tours at the Saratoga County Homestead. The chilling experience allows those brave enough to sign up, to explore the hallways of the historic building. NEWS10’s Cassie Hudson stepped into the shoes of a ghost hunter for this week’s Off the Beaten Path. PHOTOS: A look inside the Saratoga County Homestead Tours at the Saratoga County Homestead during the spooky season sold out as quickly as they were announced. According to Dylan Stevens, an event organizer, they plan to offer more tours this spring.

Colorado Springs man sentenced in hitting police officer during Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

A Colorado Springs man was sentenced Monday to nearly three years in prison for his part during the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot that sought to stop President Joe Biden’s electoral votes from being certified.Jacob Travis Clark, 34, was sentenced to 33 months in prison and 12 months of supervised release after being found guilty of obstruction of an official proceeding, a felony, and several misdemeanors, including engaging in physical violence in a restricted building, according to a news release from the United States Attorney for the District of Columbia.Clark’s criminal conduct on Jan. 6 was captured in his text messages and surveillance videos of him entering and remaining in the Capitol building, the news release stated.Clark stated in one of his text messages he anticipated Jan. 6 to be a “revolt,” and said, “They are going into D.C. and bringing guns. Which isn’t allowed in D.C. They aren’t gonna let Biden win.”He drove to Wa...

Celebrity chef opening first Colorado restaurant in Vail

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

Celebrity chef Makoto Okuwa is adding Colorado to his lengthy culinary profile.Okuwa, who has made several appearances on the Food Network’s “Iron Chef America” with his mentor Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto, is opening his first Colorado restaurant, Makoto Vail, at the Grand Hyatt Vail for the upcoming 2023-24 ski season.“Chef Makoto was looking for a place outside of his traditional locations, and the mountain setting was very unique,” said Kevin Shields, the hotel’s general manager. “We happened to throw our name out there, and told him we were looking for a signature chef.”Okuwa, who learned to make sushi in Japan at the age of 15, began his culinary career in the United States 20 years ago, working for Sushi Taro, a former Michelin-star restaurant in Washington, D.C. Now, he owns several acclaimed restaurants around the world, like Love, Makoto, a food hall in D.C., Makoto in Miami and Panama.Vail is one of several cities in Colorado — including Denver, Boulder, Aspen ...

Missing El Paso County girl last seen Monday afternoon

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a missing 13-year-old girl named Brhianna who was last seen in Cimarron Hills east of Colorado Springs.Missing child alert!!!Have you seen 13 yr old Brhianna? She was last seen near Piros Dr. this afternoon. 5'3"-130 lbs- biracial, brown hair & eyes. She is considered at risk- please call 719-390-5555 if you have information or have seen her! pic.twitter.com/0rTHJg0MGD— EPCSheriff (@EPCSheriff) October 31, 2023Brhianna was last seen Monday afternoon near Piros Drive.She is described as a five-foot-three-inch, 130-pound girl with brown hair and brown eyes.Anyone with information is asked to call 719-390-5555.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Four children missing from Centennial since June found safe in Louisiana Crime and Public Safety | 3-year-old boy from Fountain found Crime and Public Safety | Missing Indigenous teen girl found safe Crime and Publ...

Denver weather: Chilly Halloween night expected for trick-or-treaters

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

Trick-or-treaters beware.Denver is expected to have another chilly evening Tuesday night, with the low temperature dropping below 30 degrees one last time before a warmup this week.After the weekend of frigid temperatures and Denver’s first snow, Halloween night will be slightly warmer than previous nights, but the low is still expected to be 26 degrees.Today's forecast is not particularly spooky, but the temperatures may bring a little chill in your bones! Stay tuned for a Halloween night forecast! #COwx pic.twitter.com/O2giZXH3AA— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) October 31, 2023The daytime high is 48 degrees.Skies will be sunny and mostly clear throughout the day.After Tuesday, the rest of the week will see warmer highs in the upper 50s and 60s and low temps staying above or right around freezing.Related ArticlesWeather | Keeler: Broncos need to stand pat at NFL trade deadline with Pat Surtain II, defense that made Patrick Mahomes look silly. Weather | ...

Wildfire torches structures in Riverside County; thousands evacuated

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

A fast-moving wildlife fueled by Santa Ana winds in Riverside County grew to 2,200 acres by Tuesday morning with no containment, officials said.The Highland Fire has already consumed three structures, damaged another six and prompted the evacuation of some 4,000 residents in the area since Monday afternoon.The fire began at Highlands and Aguanga Ranchos roads in the small town of Aguanga, was first reported at around 12:30 p.m. Monday and rapidly expanded in the hot and dry desert winds.“The problem here is not only the wind, but also very low relative humidity, which does not give good recovery times for fuels. So, the fuel is very dry and the humidity is extremely low and the wind is pushing it," Maggie Cline De La Rosa with Cal Fire told KTLA's Shelby Nelson.Cal Fire officials said that an estimated 1,300 homes have been evacuated in the following areas:South of Sage Road and Golden Creek East of Becker Lane West of Boulder Vista North of Cottonwood Creek Sout...

Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run; LAPD searching for driver 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

A bicyclist died after being struck by a car and dragged down the street in the San Fernando Valley late Monday night, and now the search is on for the driver. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, the collision took place around 11:40 p.m. as both the driver and the cyclist were traveling southbound on Van Nuys Boulevard near Burbank Boulevard. The driver struck the bicyclist somewhere in the vicinity of the intersection of Van Nuys and Burbank, police said, and the victim became lodged underneath the vehicle.  Armed and dangerous suspect wanted for violent Claremont stabbing arrested While being dragged down the roadway, the cyclist eventually becomes dislodged from the bottom of the car. They were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver then fled the area in a red Toyota sedan, believed to be a Camry or Corolla, authorities said. The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the LAPD.

World Reacts To Death Of ‘Friends’ Star Matthew Perry

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

Former Friends star Matthew Perry died of an apparent drowning in his Los Angeles home on Saturday, Oct. 29.First responders were at the home on a call for cardiac arrest and found the actor unconscious in a jacuzzi.LAPD officials said there were no signs of foul play and no drugs found around Perry.Perry was best known for his role as Chandler Bing in the Emmy Award-winning NBC sitcom Friends. Alongside costars Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, Matt LeBlanc and Lisa Kudrow, the six spent 10 seasons together from 1994 to 2004.“We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just cast mates. We are a family,” the Friends stars said in a joint statement. “There is so much to say, but right now we’re going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss. In time we will say more, as and when we are able. For now, our thoughts and our love are with Matty’s family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world.”An autopsy has bee...

Juveniles on e-bikes not following rules of the road in Los Gatos

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:22:48 GMT

Oct. 24SUSPICIOUS PERSON: 9:57 a.m. at Los Gatos-Saratoga Road and University Avenue. A man with rotting teeth abandoned his bicycle on the center median and walked away with a chainsaw in hand. He was gone when officers arrived.Oct. 25BURGLARY10:17 a.m. on Villa Avenue. Someone entered a vehicle and stole a laptop, an iPad, a drone and cellphones.PETTY THEFT: 1:46 p.m. at Nob Hill Foods on Los Gatos Boulevard. A woman’s wallet and phone were taken out of her purse while she was in the store.PETTY THEFT: 3:27 p.m. on Anne Way. A man said his black six-shooter Remington .22 was stolen roughly two months ago. He thinks his sister stole it.Oct. 26Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Deputies arrest car thieves in Saratoga Crime and Public Safety | Saratoga student accused of making criminal threats at school Crime and Public Safety | Man follows phlebotomist into secured Campbell PD parking lot Crime and Public Safety | Ma...