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Clarence Thomas took dozens of trips paid for by billionaire friends: Report

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

WASHINGTON (The Hill) — Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has taken dozens of trips paid for by at least four billionaire friends during his time on the bench, a new report from ProPublica found. The report expands upon their previous investigation into Thomas’s relationship with Harlan Crow, a GOP megadonor who gave the justice vacations, flights, and his mother’s house in Georgia. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! ProPublica’s newest story sheds additional light on the two men’s friendship. It also details trips Thomas purportedly accepted from three other billionaires: former Berkshire Hathaway executive David Sokol, oil businessman Paul “Tony” Novelly and H. Wayne Huizenga, who helped expand Blockbuster.The report detailed how Thomas’s friends footed the bills for at least 38 destination vacations, 26 private jet flights, and eight helicopter flights. Besides travel costs, billionaires paid for 12 VIP passes to sporting e...

See the new value duet pairings at Panera

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Panera is changing the Value Duet pairings. The meal deals are a combination of a half sandwich or salad and a cup of soup. They cost between $6.99 and $8.99. Panera BreadSome of the choices are:Deli Ham Sandwich and Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup Napa Almond Chicken Sandwich and Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Classic Grilled Cheese and Creamy Tomato Soup Smokehouse BBQ Chicken Sandwich and Creamy Tomato Soup Tuna Sandwich and Creamy Tomato Soup Caesar Salad and Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup Greek Salad and Creamy Tomato Soup Panera Bread is a popular bakery-café chain that has a reputation for offering a diverse menu of freshly baked goods, artisanal sandwiches, salads, and soups. Their freshly baked bread is a cornerstone of their menu.The locations often feature a combination of rustic décor and modern design, making them comfortable spaces for both quick meals and leisurely gatherings.One of Panera Bread's defining characteristics is it...

Car stolen with child inside, suspect crashes it in St. Louis County

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A man faces felony charges after he allegedly stole a car with a child inside from a St. Ann gas station and crashed it. Kevin Quinn, 37, is also accused of leaving the crash scene, recklessly driving the car and leading police on a chase after stealing the car. Calling out the Court: Missouri family battles jury summons for son who can’t serve According to court records obtained by FOX 2, Quinn took a woman's car from a QuikTrip while knowing a four-year-old child was inside the car and not in a seatbelt. Quinn reportedly crashed the car near the gas station on St. Charles Rock Road. Police later spotted the vehicle and noticed Quinn speeding and "changing lanes erratically," per court documents. Police followed Quinn to Goodfellow Boulevard near the St. Louis City-County line, and he was later arrested around the area. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Ne...

Colorado’s e-bike rebate program begins next week. Here’s how to get up to $1,750.

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

Coloradans will get their first chance at e-bike rebates of up to $1,750 beginning next week as the state launches a new program aimed at reducing pollution from driving.Residents who meet income requirements can apply online for a rebate from 9 a.m. Wednesday to 1 p.m. Monday by submitting their name and contact information. After a random selection process, approximately 2,000 people will receive a rebate in the first round, said Sarah Thorne, who runs the program for the Colorado Energy Office.Those not selected for rebates this round will have the opportunity to resubmit to the lottery in September and October. Approximately 7,000 Coloradans will receive the rebates this year through a $6.6 million allocation from the state’s Air Quality Improvement Investments program, Thorne said.The goal is to get people out of cars and onto bikes to reduce emissions, Thorne said. Transportation is the leading cause of greenhouse gas emissions in the state, according to the Colorado Ene...

Lil Tay says she and her brother are 'safe and alive': Report

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

Editor's note: This article reflects new information received since Wednesday's initial report.The internet was set ablaze after a statement was posted to Lil Tay's official Instagram account on Wednesday that claimed the young influencer had passed away. According to the note, it was penned by Tay's family and it had stated she and her brother had tragically died. It was apparently a hoax.Tay has told TMZ that both she and her brother are alive. "I want to make it clear that my brother and I are safe and alive, but I’m completely heartbroken, and struggling to even find the right words to say. It’s been a very traumatizing 24 hours. All day yesterday, I was bombarded with endless heartbreaking and tearful phone calls from loved ones all while trying to sort out this mess," she told the outlet in a statement. The teen also revealed that a "third party" was spreading "jarring misinformation" and that Claire Hope isn't even her real name. "My Instagram account was compromised by a thi...

Maui surveys the burned wreckage caused by the deadliest U.S. wildfire in years

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

The search of the wildfire wreckage on the Hawaiian island of Maui on Thursday revealed a wasteland of burned out homes and obliterated communities as firefighters battled the stubborn blaze that has already claimed 36 lives, making it the deadliest in the U.S. in recent years.Fueled by a dry summer and strong winds from a passing hurricane, the fire started Tuesday and took the island by surprise, racing through parched growth and neighborhoods in the historic town of Lahaina, a tourist destination that dates to the 1700s and is the biggest community on the island's west side.Maui County said late Wednesday that at least 36 people had died, making it the deadliest U.S. wildfire since the 2018 Camp Fire in California, which killed at least 85 people and laid waste to the town of Paradise. The Hawaii toll could rise, though, as rescuers reach parts of the island that had been unreachable due to ongoing fires or obstructions. Officials said earlier Wednesday that 271 structures had be...

3 teens burned down small structure in Riverside County, officials say

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

Three juveniles are in custody after allegedly setting a small structure on fire in Eastvale Wednesday night, officials said.The fire broke out around 7:20 p.m. in the 7600 block of Soaring Bird Court.Responding deputies from the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office found the structure engulfed in flames and the suspects were seen running from the scene.Cal Fire firefighters responded and put out the flames, while deputies determined the structure was completely charred and was deemed a total loss.The suspects were taken into custody and booked into juvenile hall on suspicion of arson and conspiracy to commit arson, officials said.No further details about the incident were released.

Jeffrey Spiekerman Killed, Darcy Spiekerman Hurt in Single-Car Crash on State Route 12 [Naches, WA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

Driver Dead, Passenger Hospitalized after Solo-Car Collision near Mile Post 167NACHES, WA (August 10, 2023) – Monday, Jeffrey Spiekerman was killed and Darcy Spiekerman sustained injuries in a single-car crash on State Route 12.Police responded to the scene around 2:35 p.m., near milepost 167.According to reports, Jeffrey was driving a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado that was pulling a trailer east on the highway. Officers say he was attempting to pass multiple other vehicles when he lost control and veered off the road.Medics arrived and pronounced 58-year-old James Spiekerman, of Vancouver dead at the scene. Meanwhile, paramedics transported Darcy, also of Vancouver to Multicare Yakima Memorial Hospital in fair condition.Following preliminary duties, officers say both occupants were wearing their seat belts. The incident was attributed to improper passing.The Sweet James team sends their sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Jeffrey Spiekerman. Their thoughts are with the...

Anthony Branden Sipes Killed in Bicycle Hit-and-Run Crash on 22nd Street [Tucson, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

46-Year-Old Bicyclist Fatally Struck and Killed by Reckless DriverTUCSON, AZ (August 10, 2023) – Early Thursday morning, a hit-and-run crash killed 46-year-old cyclist Anthony Branden Sipes.The incident happened on August 3rd, at around 3:30 a.m., in the 6000 block of East 22nd Street, near South Alamo Avenue.According to reports, Sipes was riding his bicycle on eastbound 22nd Street when a vehicle rear-ended him. The impact of the collision caused Sipes to sustain serious injuries.Emergency crews arrived shortly after the collision and performed life-saving efforts on the bicyclist. However, they were unsuccessful and officials pronounced 46-year-old Anthony Braden Sipes dead, due to the extent of his injuries.Following the collision, the involved driver fled the scene without rendering aid to the victim. Police are still looking for them.In an effort to find the suspect, the police released a possible description of the suspect’s vehicle as a 2008-2014 Cadillac CTS sed...

Charlotte La Francis Killed in Two-Car Crash near 12th Street [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:21 GMT

47-Year-Old Driver Dies after Two-Car Crash on Hatcher RoadPHOENIX, AZ (August 10, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, a reckless crash near 12th Street claimed the life of Charlotte La Francis.The incident happened on August 2nd, just before 4:00 p.m., near 12th Street and Hatcher Road.According to reports, La Francis was headed northbound on 12th Street when she ran a red light and was struck by a vehicle headed west on Hatcher Road.Emergency crews arrived at the site of the collision shortly after. They transported La Francis to a local hospital for treatment.At the hospital, La Francis succumbed to her injuries. Officials pronounced 47-year-old Charlotte La Francis dead, due to the extent of her injuries.Furthermore, no other injuries were reported and the crash is still under investigation.In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to the family of Charlotte La Francis.Losing a loved one in a car crash can come with a heavy burd...