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Howie Carr: You have choices to vote out the clown show, er, Boston City Council

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

Casting a ballot in a Boston City Council election is usually about as meaningful as picking up your cellphone and dialing in a vote for your favorite D-list celebrity on Dancing with the Stars.But this Tuesday, going to the polls could be important, because it might help determine who becomes mayor next year if (or when) Michelle Wu decides to move on.Rumors are rampant that two years after her election, the 37-year-old drifter from Chicago is “despondent” over the job, as well she should be, as abysmally as she’s performed her duties.Last week, Wu was asked by reporters if she’s been talking to Harvard about a job. She denied it, sort of.Maybe they should have asked her about MIT. That’s the other rumor.If Wu resigns, she would be replaced by the president of that third-rate clown-show known as the City Council.The current president is Ed Flynn, son of former mayor Ray Flynn. Not a bad guy, but Ed’s never been on the short list for Mensa. When a riot breaks out at a Council meetin...

Trump, DeSantis and other 2024 GOP prospects vie for attention at the Iowa-Iowa State football game

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Donald Trump will cross paths with several Republican rivals Saturday when he attends Iowa’s in-state college football grudge match, one of the former president’s few visits so far to the state that holds the first nominating caucus next year. Trump will wade into one of the state’s largest sports crowds at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, where Iowa State will host Iowa. Also planning to be at the game are Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and several lesser-known candidates.With the race entering its traditional ramp-up after Labor Day, Trump has largely skipped holding town halls or participating in many of the state’s cherished campaign traditions, but has not paid a price so far. Trump remains far ahead of DeSantis and other rivals in Iowa and nationally. Trump has made a habit of visiting Iowa on the same day as DeSantis, whom Trump treats as his main threat. Both are expected to be in and around the stadium before kickoff, reminiscent of the...

Canada will not recognize ‘sham’ Russian election results in Ukraine, says Trudeau

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada will not recognize the results of elections held this week by Russian authorities in occupied parts of Ukraine.Trudeau condemned the elections in a statement through his office today, calling them a “sham.”He says the elections are “a cynical attempt to legitimize military conquest under the guise of democracy,” and a violation of international law.Local elections for Russian-installed legislatures began earlier this week in the regions of Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia.They are scheduled to conclude on Sunday.The votes have been denounced by Kyiv, the Council of Europe and other countries in the West.— With files from The Associated PressThis report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 9, 2023.The Canadian Press

Canadian forecasters watching point where hurricane Lee turns and journeys northwards

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

HALIFAX — Atlantic Canadians will learn more about the track of hurricane Lee later this week, after it becomes clear where the powerful storm will begin its journey northwards.Environment Canada meteorologist Bob Robichaud says the hurricane will be felt in Atlantic Canada by next weekend, but the question remains how close it will come to shore.He says the point where Lee, currently in the northeastern Caribbean, twists to the north could affect whether it results in higher waves along the East Coast, or severe rain and wind that comes onshore.Robichaud says that turn is expected by Tuesday or Wednesday.He says the other key factor will be how far east a high pressure zone over the Great Lakes will move, as this system might help push the hurricane further off the Canadian coast. Robichaud says another issue will be water temperatures in the storm’s pathway, which could allow Lee to gather momentum or blunt the storm’s impact, if temperatures are low.This report by The...

Body of a man found near Promontory Point: Police

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

CHICAGO -- The body of a man was found on the rocks near the Promontory Point Saturday morning. Police said the unidentified body was found near the 5400 block of South Lake Shore Drive around 10:15 a.m. Authorities begin to remove plane after crash in Elk Grove Village Police said the man was pronounced dead on the scene. Area one detectives are conducting a death investigation, pending autopsy results. There is currently no other information provided. WGN is actively following the incident and will update as more information s recovered.

'Zip Tie Guy': Jan. 6 rioter, and mom, get prison for roles in Capitol attack

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – A Jan. 6 rioter from Nashville known as "Zip Tie Guy" was sentenced on Friday to nearly five years in prison for his role in the deadly riots at the U.S. Capitol.Eric Munchel, 32, was found guilty of five felonies and three misdemeanors earlier this year.Munchel's mother Lisa Eisenhart, 59, who also breached the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, was sentenced on Friday to two-and-a-half years in prison. Eisenhart was found guilty of two felonies and five misdemeanors, including conspiracy to commit obstruction. Prominent activist’s son convicted of storming Capitol and invading Senate floor in Jan. 6 riot Prosecutors shared photos in documents filed this week showing Munchel and Eisenhart at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Munchel was photographed carrying flexible plastic handcuffs in the Senate chamber while armed with a stun gun.Prosecutors initially requested Munchel be sentenced to four years and nine months in prison along with three years of supervised release...

Chicago man arrested in July homicide in Maywood

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

MAYWOOD, Ill. — A man was arrested Friday in connection with the shooting death of a 43-year-old man in July, according to Maywood police.Tristan Meeks, 43, was found shot July 16 near 4th Street and Main Street in Maywood after officers responded to a shots fired call. Authorities begin to remove plane after crash in Elk Grove Village According to police, Charles Williams, 27, of Chicago, was arrested Friday and charged with murder.Detectives are still investigating the homicide and anyone with information is asked to call Sgt. Pezdek at 708-368-4131.Tips can also be reported anonymously at 708-450-1787.

Mike Lindell angered over 'lumpy pillow' remark in heated deposition, newly released video shows

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

(The Hill) – MyPillow businessman Mike Lindell went after and repeatedly insulted attorneys questioning him over claims the 2020 election was fraudulent in newly released video of his deposition, in which the prominent Republican donor and conspiracy theorist yells and curses at them.The video is from Lindell’s deposition for a defamation suit from Dominion Voting Systems employee Eric Coomer, recorded in March.“You’re just a lawyer, you’re an ambulance-chasing lawyer, so don’t start with me. I got all day,” Lindell said. “I’ll take as much time as you want, so let’s go. You’re not my boss, you’re just a lawyer, frivolous lawyer.”Lindell repeatedly blasted Coomer’s attorneys and called the basis of the defamation claim into question.“This is a frivolous case and if you’re representing this guy and you’ve read this case, you are a disgusting lawyer, period,” he said. “I can’t believe anybody would take this. This is absolutely disgusting, it’s a disgrace to our country, it’s a disgra...

APD welcomes new cadets, holds pinning ceremony for interim police chief

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — More than a dozen new Austin police officers will begin patrolling the streets this weekend.The Austin Police Department honored 19 APD cadets who graduated from the police academy Friday.Interim Chief of Police Robin Henderson honors cadets during police academy graduation ceremony (APD photo)19 cadets graduated from the Austin Police Academy (APD photo)Cadets honored during police academy graduation ceremony (APD photo)The cadets will get to work right away, starting their training patrols Sunday night.“Congratulations to the graduates of the 148th Cadet Class! We wish you the best in your careers as officers. May you always serve and protect the Austin community,” APD said in a social media post.Interim Chief Henderson receives pin during Sept. 7 ceremony (APD photo) RELATED: ‘Tremendous honor’: Robin Henderson approved as APD interim chief by city council On Thursday, APD held a pinning ceremony for Interim Chief of Police Robin Henderson."This evening I was th...

Armed suspects target locksmith, taco vendor in St. Louis robberies

Published Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:08:59 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Suspects targeted a locksmith and a taco cook during separate armed robberies Friday evening in St. Louis. Police have not disclosed any possible connections between the two, but both happened within an hour of each other. The first one unfolded in north city, and the second one in south city. Fans disappointed as Guns N’ Roses abruptly postpones St. Louis show Officers responded to the first robbery around 5 p.m. Friday in the 5900 block of Lucille in the Walnut Park West neighborhood. Investigators say a locksmith, a 32-year-old man, was asked to change a key fob for a Chrysler 300 by eventual suspects. As he finished, the suspects pulled out firearms and demanded his phone. The victim complied. The suspects eventually went through his car and took off with multiple key fobs and a key fob programmer. One suspect also shot at the victim's vehicle and damaged a tire. The suspects took off in the Chrysler 300. Close Thanks for signing up! Watc...