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Gophers special teams coach Rob Wenger done at the U

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

Gophers special teams coordinator Rob Wenger will leave his post at the U, a source confirmed to the Pioneer Press on Tuesday.Football Scoop, which first reported the news, said Wenger “stepped down” from the position he held at Minnesota under head coach P.J. Fleck since 2017.Wenger oversaw special teams units that produced quality placekickers, including Emmit Carpenter and Dragan Kesich, the 2023 Big Ten kicker of the year.But Wenger’s units other coverage and return units often underwhelmed at Minnesota.Minnesota now has three vacancies on its assistant coaching staff, with defensive coordinator and tight ends coach also open.Fleck said he expected to hire a defensive coordinator during the early part of this month.Related ArticlesCollege Sports | Gophers football: Athan Kaliakmanis transfers to Rutgers College Sports | 2023 in photos: The Pioneer Press captures life in and around St. Paul College Sports | Gophers foot...

Justice Heinrichs, 21, died in her jail cell. What happened?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

Authorities are investigating an inmate’s death at the Washington County Jail in Stillwater.Justice Heinrichs (Courtesy of Destine Fobbs)Justice Heinrichs, 21, of Stillwater, was found unresponsive and not breathing in her assigned, double-occupancy cell at about 12:40 a.m. Friday morning, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. She was the only inmate assigned to the cell, authorities said.Lifesaving measures were immediately initiated by jail staff until responders from the Lakeview EMS and Stillwater Fire Department took over, said Laura Perkins, a spokeswoman for the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.Heinrich was brought to to the Washington County Jail on Dec. 20 from the St. Paul Police Department, according to her booking report. She was arrested on a warrant from the Bayport Police Department for fifth-degree possession of marijuana, her booking report states.The circumstances surrounding Heinrich’s death are not being released, as the incident rema...

One on one: New Saratoga mayor lays out agenda

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY (NEWS10) — A new year means a new mayor for Saratoga Springs. In a one-on-one with NEWS10's Zion Decoteau, John Safford laid out his agenda for the city which includes improving political civility, preparing community/police relations, and gearing up for the economic boom of the Belmont stakes. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! In an election night upset, the Republican Stafford defeated Democrat Ron Kim for the mayoralty, in the historically Democratic city. Safford a 25-year Saratoga resident says the election was about policy, not party.“I don't agree that the party line should be defined by the national politics,” said Safford just a day after his inauguration. “We elected based on who we were, and what we were going to bring to the table” he added. A lack of political civility is what Safford says drives tension at notoriously hostile City Council meetings, It's something Safford plans to improve.  “We...

Police arrest Hudson man after Christmas Eve break-in

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

HUDSON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- El-Shamar T. Thornton, 30, of Hudson, appeared in the City of Hudson Court on Tuesday for a preliminary hearing. Thornton was arrested on December 27 for robbery and burglary in the first degree. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! According to the Hudson Police, Thornton reportedly broke into a residence at the Hudson Terrace Apartments on Christmas Eve. Thornton is also accused of knocking on nearby apartment windows while only wearing underwear.The resident of the apartment told police that Thornton forcibly broke in and took her cell phone. Upon leaving, Thornton allegedly disrobed in the hallway. Thornton was taken to the Columbia Memorial Health Hospital for medical treatment. He was processed following medical clearance.

Police release tentative identification of the human remains found in Saratoga Springs

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Police have a tentative identification of the human remains found on Saturday morning. The identification was made through the discovery of a personal item found in the area. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The item belonged to Paul Jamison, 79. Jamison's last known address was in Glens Falls. Police are still waiting on an identification through DNA samples.An autopsy was conducted on December 31. Preliminary reports show no signs of suspicious activity.

Victim in Christmas morning shooting has died: police

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Albany Police say Sky Lemmons-Dixon, 23, who sustained a gunshot wound to the head on Christmas morning has died. Lemmons-Dixon was initially created on scene and transported to the Albany Medical Center in critical condition. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Investigations into the shooting at a residence on State Street are ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Albany Police Detective Division at (518) 462-8039.

Argument over ex-girlfriend leads to fight, shooting at Black Jack apartment

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – A Black Jack woman is accused of shooting her boyfriend on New Year's Day following an argument and fight.According to Sgt. Tracy Panus, a spokeswoman for the St. Louis County Police Department, the shooting happened just after 4:20 p.m. Monday in the 4500 block of Whisper Lake Drive.The accused shooter, identified as Irasema Scott, 46, and the victim had been dating for three months, Panus said.Police claim Scott, the victim, and the victim's ex-girlfriend had gone to Lake of the Ozarks and returned on New Year's Day.After returning to the apartment, Scott and the victim got into an argument about the way she drove and how the victim gave his ex-girlfriend a key to their apartment. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW A...

New year, same you: Buy some clothes that fit you now

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details.Everyone deserves clothes that fitThe new year can come with toxic messages about body size and weight loss. But, rather than holding onto old clothes that used to fit you or waiting for your body to be smaller before you embrace new fashions, it’s time to buy clothes that fit you now. Checking out the best inclusive-sizing brands is a great place to start. Everyone deserves to have clothes they love that fit and they feel great in, so make it your resolution to go shopping for some hot new outfits. From basics like pants and jackets to trendy jumpsuits and cute dresses, inclusive-sizing brands have something to suit most styles. New year, same you: Workout clothes that are also great for lounging Which are the best inclusive-sizing brands? While many brands stop their sizes between 14 and 20, inclusive-sizing brands offer a more d...

Shots fired during armed carjacking outside Centennial Walmart

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

An armed carjacker allegedly fired shots outside a Centennial Walmart’s auto center before fleeing in the stolen vehicle, according to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Woman assaulted, believed to be kidnapped in Aurora Crime and Public Safety | Man killed, another injured in Monday night Westminster shooting Crime and Public Safety | Armed man breaks into Colorado Supreme Court building, causes “significant and extensive” damage Crime and Public Safety | Man accused of fatal RTD bus stabbing was released on parole despite public safety concerns, records show Crime and Public Safety | One person dies in crash with train in Nunn The sheriff’s office posted at 1:08 p.m. they were responding to a report of shots fired at the Walmart at 10900 E. Briarwood Ave. and said the incident was related to an auto theft and was not an active s...

Alleged Airbnb fraudster based in L.A. indicted on federal charges

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:31:32 GMT

An alleged scammer who is accused of using listings on Airbnb and other vacation rental sites to defraud would-be tenants has been indicted on federal charges.Shray Goel faces charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, according to an indictment filed last month.Goel, believed to be about 35 years old, and accomplices allegedly used "a variety of fake host accounts on Airbnb and Vrbo" to net about $7 million, according to Court Watch and 404 Media, which reported the indictment on Tuesday.Between January 2018 and November 2019, Goel and others "would allegedly double book their rental properties, meaning that multiple parties were supposed to stay at them at the same time," the report said. "They would then trick customers into taking replacement bookings at inferior residences, and find ways to refuse refunds to guests who were entitled to them, the court record reads," according to Court Watch and 404 Media. "In some cases, Goel and others listed properties that they wer...