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Federal officials break up Guatemalan family smuggling ring in 3 state operation, 6 arrested

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Federal authorities have arrested six people for their alleged roles in a human smuggling ring that brought migrants from Guatemala to the United States, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in New Mexico said. Alexander M.M. Uballez, U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico, and Francisco B. Burrola, Special Agent in Charge of Homeland Security Investigations in El Paso, Texas, said Thursday the arrests followed the unsealing of a federal grand jury indictment on May 24.“Today’s human smuggling organizations prey on the hope of Latin American migrants, targeting those who are most vulnerable for exploitation,” said Uballez. “To combat human smuggling we will dismantle networks, arrest leaders, and seize bank accounts. “Authorities said the six were members of the Lopez Crime Family, which allegedly has smuggling operations in Guatemala, Mexico and the U.S. that use a series of coordinated transports, stash houses and directed electronic money transfer...

Arlington Park demolition begins

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. — The next phase of the Chicago Bears' work on the Arlington Park site began Friday. Once again, it involves putting an end to the old structure that is currently on the land.The Bears have announced that external demolition is set to begin at Arlington Park today. .The demolition of the interior of the building started earlier this month..@WGNNews pic.twitter.com/M3csiq59o3— Larry Hawley (@HawleySports) June 16, 2023The team announced that they will begin the exterior demolition of the buildings at Arlington Park on Friday, which is expected to begin around 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. See the current progress of the Bears' demolition of Arlington Park This comes after the team began the interior demolition of the grandstand, jockey and office buildings in late May. In the news release announcing this latest move in tearing down the old race track, the Bears said that this next phase of demolition "does not mean the property will be developed."In February...

Chicago boy, 7, dies after drowning in Lake Michigan

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

PORTAGE, Ind. — A seven-year-old boy from Chicago has died after he was recovered from Lake Michigan Thursday afternoon.Porter Police received a call of a child missing in Lake Michigan near the Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk beach around 4:50 p.m. First responders later located the child in the water near Ogden Dues around 5:11 p.m.The child was removed from the water where lifesaving measures were enacted. He was further transported to the hospital where he was pronounced dead. Man charged in shooting outside Prime Time Restaurant in Hickory Hills The cause of death has been ruled an accidental drowning, per an autopsy report. Indiana Conservation Officers said the boy was playing waist-deep in water before entering into deeper water. A witness said it seemed the boy was caught in a current that pulled him away from shore. Conservation officers said a family member entered the water in an attempt to rescue him but was also caught in the current and lost sight of the boy.The in...

Pittsburgh Tree of Life synagogue shooter guilty on all charges, could receive death penalty

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

The man who killed 11 worshipers in a mass shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh in 2018 was found guilty Friday of federal hate crime charges. A jury will now decide if Robert Bowers will receive the death penalty for committing the most deadly antisemitic attack in U.S. history. Sentencing is scheduled for June 26.Bowers, 50, opened fire on worshipers at Tree of Life on the morning of Oct. 17, 2018; an additional two attendees and five police officers were injured in the attack. Bowers surrendered after being shot multiple times by police.His defense has never claimed his innocence but rather sought to convince the jury to spare his life. His attorneys repeatedly offered a guilty plea on all charges in exchange for life in prison, but federal prosecutors chose to go forward with the trial.The jury found Bowers guilty on all 63 felony charges, 22 of which can carry the death penalty, including the federal hate crime charges. The trial began in April.The specific...

Popular 'low T' treatment is safe for men with heart disease, but doctors warn it's no youth serum

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

Testosterone replacement therapy is safe for men with “low T” who have heart disease or are at high risk for it, a new study suggests.But doctors warn the popular treatment is no “anti-aging tonic.”The research, published Friday in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that heart attacks, strokes and other major cardiac issues were no more common among those using testosterone gel than those using a placebo.That implies the gel is also safe for men without cardiovascular problems who have low T, said Dr. Steven Nissen, a cardiologist at the Cleveland Clinic and senior author of the study. But, he added, it doesn’t mean the treatment should be used by men without low T — a condition also known as hypogonadism that’s measured by levels of the sex hormone in the blood.“What we’ve shown here is that for a very specific group of men, testosterone can be given safely,” Nissen said. “But it is not to be given as an anti-aging tonic for widespread use in men who are aging.” More than...

NBA: Ja Morant suspended for 25 games for 'alarming' conduct

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) – Memphis Grizzlies player Ja Morant will be suspended for the first 25 games of the season as a penalty for flashing a gun on social media for a second time, the NBA said Friday.Morant, who is suspended without pay, will also be required to meet certain conditions before he can return to play and cannot participate in any public or team activities, including preseason games."Ja Morant's decision to once again wield a firearm on social media is alarming and disconcerting given his similar conduct in March for which he was already suspended eight games," NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement. "The potential for other young people to emulate Ja's conduct is particularly appalling."The Memphis Grizzlies said in a statement that the team respects the league's decision to suspend Morant."Our standard as a league and team are clear, and we expect that all team personnel will adhere to them," the team said. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver ‘shocked’ by Ja Mor...

Some Austin cooling centers to stay open for extended hours

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Some cooling centers for the City of Austin will remain open for extended hours during the Juneteenth holiday weekend, according to a city release. Austin just broke an all-time heat record for the month of June The KXAN First Warning Weather team said an Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for the Austin metro and eastern counties until 8 p.m. Sunday. Heat index values could reach up to 115°. A Heat Advisory is in effect for all of the Hill Country until Sunday evening as well.Austin Parks and Library facilities serve as cooling centers during their normal operating hours. On Sunday, Parks and Rec facilities that are normally open on Sunday will stay open late to 8 p.m., the release stated.   "On Monday, the City will keep some facilities open as cooling Centers, while other City buildings and facilities will be closed due to the Juneteenth holiday," the release said.The City said cooling center times and locations will change frequently. You can stay updated on c...

State Trooper shot while conducting a traffic stop on I-88

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

DUANESBURG, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- There was a heavy police presence on I-88 in Duanesburg on Friday morning. According to the police, a State Trooper was conducting a routine traffic stop when a passenger opened fire. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Trooper sustained a gunshot wound but is in stable condition. Police say the suspect fled the area but was located. Investigations are ongoing and there is currently no threat to the public.NEWS10 is working to confirm more information. Stick with NEWS10 as more information becomes available.

Rensselaer man arrested on witness tampering charges

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A man has been arrested for witness tampering charges that happened between May 22 and May 26 in Colonie, according to police. Jeffrey Everett, of Rensselaer, was charged with two counts of fourth-degree tampering with a witness. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On June 14, Albany County Sheriff's investigators arrested Everett following an investigation into a witness tampering complaint that occurred within the Albany County Correctional Facility. Everett, who is currently housed at the correctional facility for charges of second-degree attempted murder, allegedly called a witness using another incarcerated individual's PIN and a conversation ensued. Police say Everett attempted to convince the witness to absent herself from an upcoming proceeding where she will be testifying as an eyewitness in the attempted murder case. Everett will be arraigned at Colonie Town Court at a later date.

Capital Region Restaurant Rundown: June 12-16

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:48:31 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The restaurant industry is ever-changing with restaurants opening, closing, relocating or just doing their thing. Here’s a recap of the latest Capital Region restaurant news, June 12 through 16. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Capital Region restaurants that opened, closed so far in 2023These are the restaurants that have opened — and closed — in the Capital Region so far in 2023.Who’s cooking at Lake George Restaurant WeekLake George Restaurant Week runs through June 17 with 15 area restaurants offering prix-fixe meals using local ingredients.Best restaurants in Ballston Spa, according to YelpIf you’re looking for a place to get some great food in Saratoga County, you have quite a few options. These are the best restaurants around Ballston Spa, according to Yelp.Dog-friendly restaurant patios in the Capital RegionIf you want to grab some food while with your dog on a long trip, running errands, or ...