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More than 300 are arrested in a Capitol Hill protest urging a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war

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

WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 300 people were arrested for illegally demonstrating and three people were charged with assaulting police after protesters descended on Capitol Hill to call for a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. Hundreds of demonstrators from Jewish advocacy groups, including Jewish Voice for Peace and If Not Now, poured into a congressional office building on Wednesday. They wore shirts that read “Jews say cease fire now” and they chanted “let Gaza live” and “not in my name” before they were detained by Capitol Police.Demonstrations are not allowed inside Capitol buildings, and police said they warned the crowd gathered in the rotunda of the Cannon House Office Building to stop before they began making the arrests. The 305 people arrested for illegally demonstrating were subsequently released and those charged with assault were held in custody pending an appearance before a judge. A few liberal members of Congress have been pushing for a resolution in the late...

Canada taking ‘necessary time’ to probe hospital blast in Gaza: Trudeau

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

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada is working with allies to determine “exactly what happened” in the blast at a hospital in Gaza earlier this week that has become a flashpoint in the Israel-Hamas war. Trudeau said at a news conference in Ottawa today that Canada is taking the “necessary time” to probe a blast that the Hamas-controlled Gaza Health Ministry says left hundreds dead. Hamas is blaming the Israeli military for the blast, but Israel has denied any involvement, saying it has images that it says show a Palestinian militant group misfired on the hospital. Pressure began to mount on Trudeau to clarify which side he thinks is responsible after United States President Joe Biden told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to the region Wednesday that it appeared the hospital blast was perpetrated “by the other team, not you.”Trudeau had said when news of the blast first emerged that what happened was “...

Richard Allen's court hearing canceled after defense team withdraws from case

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

UPDATE: The Oct. 19 hearing has been canceled after Richard Allen's defense team announced they have withdrawn from the case. A new trial date will be set as Richard Allen no longer has legal counsel meaning the previously scheduled trial date of Jan. 8, 2024, has been vacated. ALLEN COUNTY, Ind. -- On Thursday afternoon, Delphi murder suspect Richard Allen will appear in court for a hearing.Special Judge Fran Gull ordered the hearing last week, saying it was to discuss another hearing on Oct. 31 along with "other matters which have recently arisen."Allen is charged with two counts of murder in the February 2017 deaths of Abby Williams and Libby German near the Monon High Bridge in Delphi. Multiple issues facing court ahead of October hearings in high-profile Delphi murder case For the first time in the case, cameras will be allowed in the courtroom. And while media outlets are not allowed to livestream the hearing, t...

Suburban man faces hate crime charges after allegedly threatening to shoot 2 Muslim men

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

LOMBARD, Ill. — A man from Lombard is facing hate crime charges for allegedly verbally abusing and threatening to shoot two Muslim Men. According to police, 46-year-old Larry York is facing two felony counts of hate crime. Court documents state that one of the victims arrived at West Point Apartment Complex to meet a friend when York approached his vehicle and asked him what he was doing there. York allegedly began swearing at the victim and telling him he did not belong in this country and to leave. Police said York allegedly punched the man's car window then walked to the lobby when then the second victim exited the elevator. Israel-Hamas war raises fears about rising US hostility It is alleged that York began to swear at the second victim and threatened to beat him. While one of the victims was sitting outside on the bench, York lifted the opposite end of the bench causing the man to fall on the ground. It is further alleged that York told the two Muslim men he called four of ...

Woman charged with stabbing 13-year-old girl, attacking 2 others on West Side

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

CHICAGO — A woman has been charged with stabbing a 13-year-old girl and attacking two others on the city's West Side in August.Police said Kiara Roberts, 33, faces one felony count of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and two misdemeanor counts of battery.Roberts was arrested Wednesday after being identified as the offender who, on August 31, stabbed a 13-year-old girl, struck a 37-year-old woman and forcefully pushed a 15-year-old girl in the 3200 block of West Douglas Boulevard, according to police. CPD: Man shot, killed by woman with CCL on West Side Roberts was placed into custody and charged accordingly.She is scheduled to appear for a detention hearing Thursday.

Illinois's No.1 'hidden gem' for fall foliage not far from Chicago, according to survey

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

CHICAGO — Where is the best place to see fall foliage in Illinois that you might not know about According to one survey, it's less than two hours from Chicago.Per a survey by Mixbook, a photo book brand, Starved Rock State Park is the No. 1 "hidden gem" to see leaves change in the state and 24th overall in the United States. They surveyed 3,000 people asking what "under-the-radar" destinations they'd visit around the country for fall foliage. 36 October festivals and events happening across Chicagoland Located in LaSalle County near Oglesby and Utica, about 90 miles west of Chicago, Starved Rock was designated a state park in 1911 and features 18 canyons and 13 miles of trails along the Illinois River. Open the entire year with a lodge located on-site, it offers opportunities for hiking, camping boating, fishing, and hunting on the grounds. Other places in Illinois featured in Mixbook's survey of "hidden gems" for fall foliage include No. 66 - Castle Rock State Park - Ogle CountyN...

State Department issues 'Worldwide Caution' and warns of potential for violent protests and terror attacks

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

WASHINGTON-- The State Department is warning U.S. citizens of potential for terrorist attacks and violent demonstrations around the world as the Israel-Hamas war intensifies and threats against American interests become more acute.In a “Worldwide Caution” issued on Thursday, the department advised Americans to “exercise increased caution due to the potential for violence and increased tensions” in all countries.“Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution,” it said. Biden to deliver primetime address Thursday on Israel, Ukraine wars The brief notice said Americans should be particularly alert in areas frequented by foreign tourists.

Push to empower McHenry runs into Republican wall: Live coverage

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

A push to empower Speaker Pro Tempore Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) hit a Republican wall on Thursday.Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) Thursday morning told his colleagues he would back such a resolution as he continues to work to shore up support for his Speaker bid — but GOP opposition quickly emerged. The Ohio Republican failed to win the gavel on the second ballot Wednesday, losing even more Republicans than on the first ballot Tuesday. That — combined with the war in Israel and looming shutdown deadline — had prompted increased chatter about granting McHenry temporary power to move legislation.Jordan will meet with holdouts and it's unclear when another vote on his Speakership will take place.Follow along with live updates below.

Is Scholastic letting schools exclude books on race and LGBTQ issues at its fairs?

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

(NEXSTAR) -- Book fair season is here, and controversy is swirling around a new diversity collection that Scholastic is allowing schools to opt into or out of at its pop-up sale events. The collection -- called "Share Every Story, Celebrate Every Voice" -- was created in response to dozens of states restricting or attempting to ban certain books dealing with LGBTQ issues and racism from schools, the company said in a statement on Oct. 13. "Because Scholastic Book Fairs are invited into schools, where books can be purchased by kids on their own, these laws create an almost impossible dilemma: back away from these titles or risk making teachers, librarians, and volunteers vulnerable to being fired, sued, or prosecuted," the statement reads.  Hundreds of books have been banned this year: Which titles and states are most impacted The New York Times reported the collection has about 64 titles, ranging from "The ABCs of Black History" to biographies about Suprem...

Cubs expect right-hander Michael Fulmer to miss 2024 season following elbow surgery

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

CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs expect right-hander Michael Fulmer to miss the 2024 season after the reliever had surgery on his pitching elbow.The Cubs said Fulmer underwent UCL revision surgery, a procedure that has a recovery projection similar to that of Tommy John surgery, on Wednesday. He missed the 2019 season with Detroit because of Tommy John surgery.The 30-year-old Fulmer was 3-5 with a 4.42 ERA in 58 games last season after signing a $4 million, one-year contract. He was the 2016 AL Rookie of the Year with Detroit, going 11-7 with a 3.06 ERA.The Cubs also said reliever Codi Heuer has completed the initial healing and range of motion phase and plans to start throwing in mid-November. Heuer had surgery in June to repair a fractured elbow. The injury occurred as he was nearing a return from Tommy John surgery.Reliever Brad Boxberger (strained right forearm) is set to begin a strength program in the next few weeks and start throwing in mid-November. Read more: Latest Chicag...