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COVID, trans health care, Pentagon abortion policy: Pence town hall takeaways

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

(NewsNation) — Former Vice President Mike Pence emphasized his deep conservative values during a NewsNation town hall Wednesday night as he advocated for education policy change, backed support for a senator fighting the Pentagon and defended the Trump administration’s handling of the COVID pandemic.Pence has been on the campaign trail in the early primary states Iowa and New Hampshire as he looks to gain support in the 2024 Republican presidential primary race.He also went on the offensive at last month's first GOP debate, touting his experience in the Trump administration and engaging in several back-and-forths with businessman Vivek Ramaswamy. He also defended — as he has consistently done — his decision not to reject Electoral College votes on Jan. 6, 2021, during the certification of the 2024 election. Christie says he’ll follow Trump ‘around the country’ if former president doesn’t debate He has thus far struggled to gain traction and is polling at 5%, according to RealClear...

Complaints about barking dogs on social media draws hand-painted response

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Social media posts about barking dogs have things getting out of hand in the Tower Grove South neighborhood. The posts have drawn an outlandish response—not on social media but on a 45-foot stretch of fencing along the yard where the dogs live.“We have barking dogs,” the message reads in black paint on the wooden fence. “Dogs bark.”“I walk my dog at 5 or 6 in the morning. I just come out shaking my head like, ‘What is going on over there?’” neighbor Will Rowe said.The fence message came in response to complaints on Facebook about excessive dog barking coming from the other side of the fence in what is a very dog-friendly neighborhood.No doubt it gets loud.“It’s a bit disruptive, but I have earplugs that I put in,” one neighbor said.“I feel like it’s not intentional at all,” said another. Cardinals announce Wainwright farewell plans, including concert and ceremony FOX 2 was unable to reach the dogs’ owner at home.The only barking heard Wednesday came from other dogs in ...

60-year-old Illinois woman's death ruled a homicide

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

TROY, Ill. – Police in Troy, Illinois, are investigating a homicide involving a 60-year-old woman.Police were asked to perform a wellness check around 1:30 a.m. Wednesday at a residence in the 600 block of Lower Marine Road and discovered the victim's body.The woman had injuries inconsistent with a natural death."I've been in Troy for over 20 years, and I've never known anything like this to happen," said Sarah Meyer.The Troy Police Department has not identified the woman. No charges have been filed.Police said they’ll have more details once an autopsy is performed. Investigators believe this was an isolated incident. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW "We don't see this. This is a very safe place to live. There's a lot of anxiety, a lot...

12-year-old Jefferson County boy reported missing

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

Jefferson County law enforcement is seeking information about a 12-year-old boy who has been missing since Monday.Grayden Gill (Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office)Grayden Gill is described as 5 feet, 8 inches tall and 120 pounds with medium-length brown curly hair and green eyes, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Gill is considered an endangered runaway.He was last seen wearing gray sweatpants, a black shirt and a dark red backpack and may be in the Greeley area. Anyone with information about his location should contact law enforcement, according to the sheriff’s office.This is a developing story and may be updated.Get more Colorado news by signing up for our daily Your Morning Dozen email newsletter.

Noda breaks up Astros’ no-hit bid in 9th but Oakland still loses its 100th game

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

HOUSTON — The A’s suffered their second consecutive 100-loss seasons since the 1960s on Wednesday. They nearly suffered another ignominious statistic – Oakland was no-hit for 9 2/3 innings by the Houston Astros.Hunter Brown and some Houston relievers held Oakland hitless unless Ryan Noda’s one-out single in the ninth inning of a 6-2 victory.HOUSTON, TEXAS – SEPTEMBER 13: Bryan Abreu #52 of the Houston Astros delivers during the eighth inning against the Oakland Athletics at Minute Maid Park on September 13, 2023 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) Brown pitched six innings, Rafael Montero, Héctor Neris and Bryan Abreu followed with perfect innings each as AL West-leading Houston retired 11 straight batters.Ryan Pressly retired Tony Kemp on a grounder leading off the ninth, then walked Zach Gelof. Nola grounded a changeup past Pressly and into center field for a single.Seth Brown’s single and Shea Langeliers’ sacrifice fly drov...

Condominium in Los Gatos sells for $1.7 million

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

101 Oakland Place – Google Street ViewA 1,409-square-foot condominium built in 1977 has changed hands. The property located in the 100 block of Oakland Place in Los Gatos was sold on Aug. 21, 2023, for $1,700,000, or $1,207 per square foot. This condo features two bedrooms and two baths. On the exterior, the house is characterized by the use of wood shake roofing / shingles. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. In addition, the home includes a two-car garage, offering generous space for vehicles and storage requirements.Additional units that have recently been sold close by include:A 1,409-square-foot unit on the 500 block of Clearview Drive in Los Gatos sold in August 2023, for $1,230,000, a price per square foot of $873. The unit has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.In January 2023, a 1,409-square-foot unit on Strathmore Place in Los Gatos sold for $1,400,000, a price per square foot of $994. The unit has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.On Cedarcrest Place, Los Gatos, in November ...

Sunnyvale: Shooting leaves man in critical condition

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

SUNNYVALE – Authorities are investigating the attempted murder of a man Tuesday night in Sunnyvale.Officers were called to Hawthorn and Arbutus avenues around 10:40 p.m. for a report of gunshots and a vehicle collision, the Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety said in a news release. They arrived to find a man suffering from a gunshot wound.The man was taken to a hospital, where he was listed in critical condition, police said.An investigation revealed that the man was sitting in his vehicle when someone in a separate vehicle approached and fired two shots, hitting the man once, police said. The suspect then drove away.Police did not announce any arrests in the case Wednesday.Anyone with information related to the case can contact Detective Nicholas Kakis at 408-730-7110.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | San Jose vehicle burglary spree ends in arrests of four juveniles Crime and Public Safety | San Jose approves $3.3 million settlement for George ...

Oakley high school principal injured after being punched trying to stop fight between students: police

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

(KRON) -- Freedom High School Principal Steve Amaro suffered injuries while trying to stop a fight on campus Tuesday between two students, the Oakley Police Department announced on social media. Two students were in a verbal argument in a hallway; Amaro stepped in because he believed the argument had the potential to become violent. Student brought gun, ammunition to Vallejo middle school Amaro tried to separate the two students. However, in doing so, he and the student he was guiding away from the argument both tripped and fell to the ground, police said. The other student involved in the argument then punched Amaro four times, according to Oakley police. The principal suffered injuries to his face and ribs. Freedom High School filed a report that went to the Contra Costa District Attorney's Office, which included a recommendation to file a felony charge against the student. "I have checked on Principal Amaro and, not to my surprise, he is the same upbeat leader I have always k...

Snake removed from San Jose airport

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

(KRON) -- A snake was removed from San Jose Mineta International Airport on Wednesday, SJC confirmed to KRON4. The airport said the snake was a non-venomous garter snake and did not pose a threat to the public. "Some varieties of small snakes are native to the area and can make their way into open public spaces. Upon learning about the garter snake, we followed protocols to remove the animal, which is not venomous and posed no threat to persons or operations," SJC said. The snake was found and contained Tuesday night. On Wednesday morning, it was removed by the SJC maintenance team and a contractor.

New report: Shoplifting and assault on the rise in Fairfax Co., fatal crashes less frequent

Published Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:55:02 GMT

There were hundreds more assault and shoplifting incidents in Fairfax County, Virginia, in the first half of 2023 than during the same time period in 2022, according to a midyear Fairfax County Police Department report.Over 3,700 shoplifting incidents were reported between January and June, according to the county report, compared with 2,489 last year in the same period.Fairfax County police Maj. Frederick Chambers said “retail theft has been a big thing,” adding that police are working with stores to determine theft prevention strategies. Neighborhoods in D.C. and Maryland have reported similar problems.FFXNow first reported some of the report’s findings.A lot of shoplifting in Fairfax County, Chambers said, happens in big shopping centers, as well as in large retail stores such as Walmart. Some of that can be addressed by planning for what Chambers called “environmental design things,” such as where merchandise is located, whether it needs to be locke...