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Roof of a church collapses during a Mass in northern Mexico, trapping about 30 people in the rubble

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The roof of a church collapsed in northern Mexico during a Mass on Sunday, and rescue teams rushed to begin searching for about 30 people believed to be trapped in the rubble, authorities said.The Tamaulipas state police said that about 100 people were in the church at the time of the collapse and that about 30 were still inside. Officials did not immediately say whether there were any casualties.Bishop José Armando Alvarez of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tampico said the roof caved in while parishioners were receiving communion at the Santa Cruz church in the Gulf coast city of Ciudad Madero, next to the port city of Tampico.Tamaulipas state police said units of the National Guard, the state police and state civil defense office and the Red Cross were at the scene seeking to rescue any victims.Photos published by local media showed what appeared to be a concrete and brick structure, with parts of the roof fallen almost to the ground.“At this time, the necessary ...

Red Cross helping family of 4 impacted by fire at Hialeah apartment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

The American Red Cross is lending a helping hand to the family that was impacted by an apartment fire in Hialeah.Volunteers with the Red Cross’ disaster action team showed up to support the family after the blaze sparked inside their unit along the 1400 block of West 42nd Street, Saturday afternoon.The volunteers, trained in helping those in need of emergency aid, are currently offering financial, mental and health services to the affected family of four.

Mild start to October

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

Mild weather remains in the forecast to start October as a ridge of high pressure moves over New England this week. Temperatures will remain above average all week long, with highs in the 70s and low 80s for most. Sunshine will also accompany the warmth, with mostly sunny skies expected on Monday to kick off the week. Conditions eventually cool down late week as a cold front arrives with another round of rain also in the forecast.

‘A beautiful community:’ Roslindale Parade draws residents out for sunny fall afternoon

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

Roslindale residents showed out to cheer on their neighborhood parade Sunday, lining the streets  throughout a beautiful fall afternoon.“I’ve lived here for over 20 years, and it is really a beautiful community,” said community member Jackie Diaz, as a troupe of dancing girls in gold came down Belgrade Avenue.The annual Thomas M. Donahue Roslindale Day Parade — named for the former president of the parade committee and community champion who died in 2021 — kicked off at 1 p.m. Sunday on South Street and looped up through the Roslindale Village area to end at Robert Street.The nearly 50-year-old parade featured a number of local business, organizations, groups and figures, including Roslindale-resident Mayor Michelle Wu leading the line, Miss Roslindale Britt High, marching bands, dancers, city council candidates, and more.“We couldn’t have asked for a better day for this,” said local Dave Lowey, remarking on the warm, sunny fall day. &...

Mac Jones benched as Patriots get demolished in 38-3 loss to Cowboys

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

ARLINGTON, Texas — Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, rarely one to react to anything positive or negative on the sideline, couldn’t help but cover his eyes and grimace after a second Cowboys defensive score before halftime.The Patriots’ first two losses of the season — hard-fought against Eagles and Dolphins — could be viewed as moral victories at the time. They beat the Zach Wilson-led Jets in largely unconvincing fashion in a rainstorm.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots rookie standout Christian Gonzalez injures shoulder vs. Cowboys New England Patriots | Patriots’ inactives bring good news for defense against Cowboys New England Patriots | Patriots-Cowboys preview: Mac Jones, Dak Prescott and what to watch for Sunday New England Patriots | NFL Notes: How the Patriots learned Christian Gonzalez is a budding star New England Patriots | Patriots adding defensive depth with practice squad ...

Powerball jackpot soars past $1B mark, again

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

The Powerball jackpot has risen to $1.04B after another drawing went by without a big winner.The Monday night drawing, which comes in as the ninth-largest prize in lottery history, will be the 32nd consecutive one without a winner if no one hits the jackpot. The last grand prize to be hit was worth $1.08B off a ticket sold in California, lottery officials said.The following numbers were drawn on Saturday: 19, 30, 37, 44, 46 and red Powerball 22. With an increased cash prize and a jackpot that continues to balloon with every passing drawing, Mark Wiliam Bracken, executive director of the state lottery, urged participants to be mindful.“When playing Powerball and other lottery games, we remind people to keep the experience enjoyable by playing responsibly and within their means,” Bracken said in a statement.The cash winnings for someone who wins the $1.04B jackpot would be approximately $478M. The largest jackpot in lottery history came nearly a year ago, with a California player winn...

Patriots star Matthew Judon injures elbow Week 4 vs. Cowboys

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

ARLINGTON, Texas — Patriots outside linebacker Matthew Judon was announced as doubtful to return after injuring his elbow early in the fourth quarter of Sunday’s game against the Cowboys.Judon suffered the injury on a carry by Cowboys running back Deuce Vaughn that went for a 1-yard loss. Judon was tended to by trainers before walking off of the field under his own power holding his right arm. The four-time Pro Bowl selection briefly went into the Patriots’ blue medical tent before departing for the locker room.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots rookie standout Christian Gonzalez injures shoulder vs. Cowboys New England Patriots | Patriots’ inactives bring good news for defense against Cowboys New England Patriots | Patriots-Cowboys preview: Mac Jones, Dak Prescott and what to watch for Sunday New England Patriots | NFL Notes: How the Patriots learned Christian Gonzalez is a budding star ...

Grant program for Black women entrepreneurs blocked by federal appeals court

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — A grant program for businesses run by Black women was temporarily blocked by a federal appeals court in a case epitomizing the escalating battle over corporate diversity policies.The 2-1 decision by the Atlanta-based 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily prevents the Fearless Fund from running the Strivers Grant Contest, which awards $20,000 to businesses that are at least 51% owned by Black women, among other requirements. In a statement Sunday, the Atlanta-based Fearless Fund said it would comply with the order but remained confident of ultimately prevailing in the lawsuit. The case was brought by the American Alliance for Equal Rights, a group run by conservative activist Edward Blum, who argues that the fund violates a section of the Civil Rights Act of 1866, which prohibits racial discrimination in contracts. “We strongly disagree with the decision and remain resolute in our mission and commitment to address the unacceptable disparities that exist for B...

TVO employees vote to reject ‘final’ contract offer as strike heads into 7th week

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

TORONTO — Workers at Ontario’s public broadcaster have voted to reject what the company’s management says is its “final” offer after nearly six weeks of labour action.TVO CEO Jeffrey Orridge issued a statement saying he’s disappointed Canadian Media Guild employees voted against the offer, prolonging the strike he says “now enters a new and uncharted phase.”Dozens of TVO employees walked off the job in August after CMG, the union representing around 70 journalists, producers and education workers at the Ontario organization, said it wasn’t able to reach a fair agreement with the employer.The latest offer included a wage increase of 7.5 per cent over three years — 3 per cent retroactive to 2022, 2.75 per cent in 2023 and 1.75 per cent in 2024 — as well as protections preventing the use of contracts to replace permanent and temporary workers.CMG did not immediately respond to a request for comment and has not released the per...

Andersonville Arts Festival weekend returns with diverse work

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:02:39 GMT

CHICAGO -- The Andersonville Arts Weekend is taking over the Far North Side, showcasing dozens of Chicago-based artists. Long-time employee Samuel Saenz has tended to the Flora and Fauna for years with his artistic flare on display. "The people I work with are incredible," Saenz said. He is one of the dozens of Chicago-based artists showcased in this year's Andersonville Arts Weekend. Though he works with multiple mediums, many of his paintings tell a deeper story. "Showing one piece, showing three pieces, or five pieces or selling artwork is an insane feeling every time," Saenz said.He says the Mexican tradition is you do what gives you life, and the symbols in his work are an ode to it. Another young artist just starting out at Las Manos Gallery on Foster Avenue is participating in his first show ever. "Chicago always treats me well," Ian Peterson-Garcia said. Peterson-Garcia recently moved to Chicago from Puerto Rico is displaying his enhanced photos of New York City. "My abuela ...