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Elijah McClain trial: Defense rests after attempt to dismiss charges against officers, closing arguments Tuesday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- Closing arguments are set for Tuesday in the trial of two officers charged in relation to Elijah McClain's death.During court on Friday, the prosecution rested its case against the officers and, during a time period when jurors were out of the room, the defense petitioned to have the charges dismissed.The judge denied that request, and when court resumed, the defense rested without calling any witnesses.Since the trial began, the case has not been tried on Mondays. That will continue next week, with closing arguments set for Tuesday. The exact time allotment isn't clear, but the case could be turned over to the jury for deliberations later that same day.The jury will decide if Randy Roedema and Jason Rosenblatt should be convicted on charges including assault and reckless manslaughter.This is a breaking story and will be updated with the coverage of Friday's testimony shortly.

Bond denied for man accused of targeting 2 tourists while pretending to be rideshare driver in sexual battery, robbery case

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

A man accused of posing as a rideshare driver is going to remain behind bars after, police said, he terrorized two tourists in Miami Beach.Thirty-nine-year-old Alejandro Yadir Gongora was denied bond in a hearing held on Friday.The judge’s decision comes days after Gongora’s arrest for sexual battery and strong-arm robbery.Surveillance cameras captured part of the alleged crime on Sept. 30.Investigators said the ordeal began in Wynwood, when the the two women hopped into a black SUV thinking it was their ride.According to the arrest report, the victims told detectives that at one point during their ride, Gongora stopped the SUV, took a purse from one of the women and sexually battered the other.Following a struggle, the arrest report states, the SUV headed to the victims’ hotel.Surveillance video captured them arriving to the 800 block of Collins Avenue. As the victims got out, one of them is seeing trying to call for help, and that’s when the driver took off...

Bus driver arrested for leaving sleeping child onboard while running errands, police say

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

A South Florida bus driver has been arrested and charged with child neglect after allegedly leaving a four-year-old female child unattended on a school bus while running errands, officials said.According to the arrest report, Elizabeth Carrero, 33, of Miami Gardens picked up the child and 11 others for school at approximately 7:30 a.m on Sept. 19. After dropping off the children, the report states Carrero allegedly drove to various locations, including the bank and a mechanic for her vehicle’s air filter, all while the young girl was unknowingly asleep in the bus. Carrero then returned home and made breakfast.Around 11:00 a.m., a neighbor noticed the child getting off the bus, drenched in sweat, and alerted Carrero who then ontacted the child’s parents to retrieve her.Carrero was arrested and taken to the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center on Thursday without incident.

Lionel Messi may play Saturday, Inter Miami hints in social media post

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Lionel Messi’s absence from Inter Miami’s lineup may be over.The team used social media on Friday to post “Nos vemos mañana” — translation, “see you tomorrow” — with a photo of the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner. Inter Miami plays host to Cincinnati on Saturday night.The team did not elaborate. Messi trained with the team on Friday.The 36-year-old Messi has missed five of Inter Miami’s last six matches, plus another for Argentina in that span because of what was first called fatigue and later was determined to be a hamstring injury. He has not played since making a 37-minute appearance against Toronto on Sept. 20, when the leg issue forced him out before halftime.If he plays, it could conceivably be Messi’s final home appearance — or final appearance, period — of the season for Inter Miami, the team he joined in July after agreeing to a 2 1/2-year contract that will pay him somewhere around $150 million. The team is facin...

Pedestrian struck and killed by Brightline train in Pompano Beach

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a Brightline train in Pompano Beach.7Skyforce hovered over the scene, located at the intersection of East Copans Road and North Dixie Highway, at around 3:45 p.m. Friday.A yellow tarp covering the body was seen next to the train tracks, as well as a heavy police presence. The Brightline train was also seen at a standstill. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

McCarthy denies reports he’s leaving Congress

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

(CNN) — Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is denying reports that he is expected to step down from Congress before the end of his term – telling reporters on Friday that he still has “work to do,” though he has sent different signals in private conversations.Earlier Friday, multiple sources familiar with McCarthy’s thinking told CNN that was expected to step down before the end of his term.House Republicans are still reeling after McCarthy was ousted from the speakership in a historic vote. Following the vote, McCarthy opted not to run again for the gavel, setting off a race for a new speaker.House Majority Leader Steve Scalise and GOP Rep. Jim Jordan have both launched bids to be the next speaker, though it is unclear if House Republicans will be able to coalesce around a candidate given the deep divisions within the conference.After the House voted to oust McCarthy, the California Republican did not say whether he would remain in Congress. “I’ll look at that,” he said when ...

Brockton man charged with dragging state trooper ruled dangerous, remains held without bail

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

A 31-year-old man from Brockton charged with dragging a state trooper with his vehicle will remain held without bail following a dangerousness hearing.The decision came three weeks after the initial arrest of Derek Lobo, who faces numerous charges after authorities say he dragged a Massachusetts State Police trooper while trying to flee a traffic stop on Sept. 14.During a hearing on Friday, a judge found Lobo to be dangerous and ordered he continue to be held without bail as he faces charges that include:Trafficking in Fentanyl, more than 10 gramsAssault and Battery with a Dangerous WeaponAssault and Battery on a Police OfficerUnlicensed Operation of a Motor VehicleNegligent Operation of a Motor VehicleFailure to Stop for PoliceNot in Possession of a LicenseNumber Plate ViolationNon-Transparent Window ObstructionSpeedingNo Inspection StickerThe incident itself was caught on an MSP cruiser’s dashcam. In footage shared by state police, two troopers could be seen standing over Lo...

Bishop Fenwick files suit against the MIAA

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

In hopes of finding a solution to the year-long suspension from postseason activity, Bishop Fenwick has filed a lawsuit against the MIAA. The hearing is scheduled to take place on Monday, October 16 at Essex Superior Court in Newburyport.In a text message sent to the Herald by a school official, the statement read as follows:The Board at Bishop Fenwick is taking this action to support the wellbeing of our student-athletes and to underscore its dedication to providing a positive experience for all members of our Fenwick community. The Board affirms and upholds the integrity of our school, and with the school’s administration, is deeply committed to the young people entrusted to our care. We remain hopeful that a fair and just resolution to this unfortunate situation can be reached for all parties concerned.Bishop Fenwick was sanctioned by the MIAA  for violating Rule 87 of the MIAA Rule Book, which deals with primarily with waivers. The MIAA stated that Bishop Fenwick made both...

Patriots Extra Points: Rookie has ‘good future,’ Jamie Collins retires, more

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

FOXBORO — Atonio Mafi was the third offensive lineman the Patriots selected in the 2023 NFL Draft this spring, but he’s seen the most playing time on offense out of the team’s rookies.Jake Andrews, who hasn’t played on offense yet, and Sidy Sow, who hasn’t played since starting Week 1 at right guard, were both fourth-round picks. Mafi, a fifth-round pick, started Week 1 at left guard, rotated with Mike Onwenu at right guard in Week 2, replaced Cole Strange at left guard in Week 3 and started again at left guard in Week 4.Belichick has been impressed with the young offensive lineman, who could be set to start again Sunday if Strange can’t play.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots-Saints injury report: Rhamondre Stevenson, Trent Brown among 10 questionable for Sunday New England Patriots | ‘Nut slap’ parody about Patriots QB Mac Jones gets Felger and Mazz in hot water at 98.5 The Sports Hub New ...

Patriots-Saints injury report: Rhamondre Stevenson, Trent Brown among 10 questionable for Sunday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:24:13 GMT

The Patriots listed 10 players as questionable on their final injury report for Sunday’s game against the Saints, including running back Rhamondre Stevenson.Stevenson was limited all week in practice by a thigh injury. Left tackle Trent Brown (chest) was a new addition to the report Friday, while cornerback Jonathan Jones (ankle) is questionable for the fourth straight week. Jones has missed the team’s last three games. The Pats also removed running back/receiver Ty Montgomery from their report.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots Extra Points: Rookie has ‘good future,’ Jamie Collins retires, more New England Patriots | ‘Nut slap’ parody about Patriots QB Mac Jones gets Felger and Mazz in hot water at 98.5 The Sports Hub New England Patriots | Patriots are impressed with Will Grier; can he move up QB depth chart? New England Patriots | Patriots keep practicing with Matthew Judon...