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Conover, Geffen: International women’s groups and leaders have remained silent on Hamas’ violence for too long

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

The events of Oct. 7 and the war that has followed, at an incomprehensible scale of civilian violence and death, is devastating. This war so far away feels palpably close to us all and has shaken our community to its core.For us as women, there has been an additional aspect of the attacks on Oct. 7 that has felt like a double assault: the systemic rape of women and girls by Hamas terrorists and the lack of response from the world.Sexual and gender-based violence is horrific, with emotional wounds that linger well beyond the physical wounds. The healing process for the survivors of the Oct. 7 assaults begins with being heard and believed. We cannot overstate the importance of supporting these women, like we would all survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.We recoiled when reading about Shani Louk, a 23-year-old German Israeli, who can be seen in a Hamas-made video, semiconscious and half-naked, being taken to Gaza in the back of a pickup truck with men sitting astride her. Ano...

Downed tree closes all lanes on NY 85 in Bethlehem

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

BETHLEHEM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to 511 NY, a fallen tree has closed all lanes on NY 85 westbound at Caldwell Boulevard in Bethlehem. Drivers in the area should seek alternate routes. Check out NEWS10's traffic tracker. You can plan your route and see traffic delays in real-time!This is a developing scene. Stick with NEWS10 for updates when the roadway reopens.

$650K in grants awarded to build outdoor fitness courts

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- $650,000 in funding has been announced to build up to 10 outdoor fitness courts across New York and Vermont. The grants were announced by MVP Health Care and National Fitness Campaign which entered the third year of a statewide partnership after building 23 fitness courts in New York last year. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The fitness court includes a gym featuring seven movement stations designed by experts in functional fitness and bodyweight training. According to MVP Health Care, since the launch of the partnership between MVP and National Fitness Campaign in 2021, the Fitness Courts have shown improvement in the health and vitality of communities they are in, while at the same time, creating equitable access to outdoor wellness programs.“Throughout the past two years, MVP Health Care has made significant strides in solidifying our commitment to the vibrant communities we serve in New York,” said MV...

Several departments responding to laundromat fire in Cahokia Heights, Illinois

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, Ill. - A fire overnight destroyed a laundromat business in Cahokia Heights, Illinois.The fire broke out on the 1900 block of Camp Jackson Road, where the 'Best Wash' laundromat is a complete loss. Fire crews are still responding to the scene.First responders got the call around 1:30 a.m. after a passerby noticed flames shooting from the building. Cahokia Heights Fire Chief Stephen Robins shared that the business was fully involved upon arrival. The fire eventually grew to two alarms, with a total of eight different departments responding. Video shows police and other vehicle run stop signs before crash "It was heavily involved when we got here; fire throughout the building," Robbins explained. "Like I said, there was a partial collapse of the building prior to our arrival and the roof had collapsed down onto the entire building."Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Asian elephant Jade's first calf to be born at Zoo through artificial insemination

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Asian elephant Raja's daughter, Jade, is pregnant with her first calf.The calf will be the firstborn at the St. Louis Zoo through artificial insemination. Jade is nearly ten months pregnant and is due late next year. 15-year-old charged as adult in fatal carjacking from January This will begin the fourth generation of Asian elephants at the St. Louis Zoo.

Asian elephant 'Raja' leaving St. Louis Zoo

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A new adventure is on the way for beloved Asian elephant 'Raja.' A spokesperson says he is leaving the St. Louis Zoo.His new home will be the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio. The move is still likely to be at least a year away. Video shows police and other vehicle run stop signs before crash The bittersweet change comes in an effort to help save the species from extinction. Raja will have the opportunity to bond with four females and form a new family group there.Raja was the first elephant born at the St. Louis Zoo 31 years ago and is considered a St. Louis legend.

Rep. Sarah Unsicker reports allegations of Missouri election interference

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Missouri State Representative Sarah Unsicker of Shrewsbury says she has received allegations of foreign interference in the Missouri elections.She calls the allegations "credible" and is sending the information to the Secretary of State's Office and the feds. Just last week, House Minority Leader Crystal Quade kicked Unsicker off of all house committees, claiming she was promoting people with false conspiracy theories and racist and antisemitic ideas. Video shows police and other vehicle run stop signs before crash Unsicker is running for the Democratic nomination for Missouri attorney general next year.

Police investigating sexual assault in Florissant

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Florissant Police are investigating a reported sexual assault on Mendocina Court.That's just off of North Lindbergh, near the Delrado Apartments. Police shared that around 7:30 Tuesday night, a woman was just getting home when a man wearing a mask forced her into her apartment and assaulted her. 15-year-old charged as adult in fatal carjacking from January Florissant Police say they are increasing patrols in the area. Anyone with information is asked to call the police. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Execution date set for convicted Bonne Terre murderer

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

BONNE TERRE, Mo. - The Missouri Supreme Court has set an execution date for convicted killer Brian Dorsey.He was convicted of killing his cousin and her husband in 2006 near New Bloomfield. The execution is set for April 9 at the state prison in Bonne Terre. Video shows police and other vehicle run stop signs before crash It would be Missouri's first execution in 2024. Four inmates were executed in Missouri this year.

Defendants in kidnapping and abuse case seek bond setting today

Published Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:57:47 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - Three men charged with kidnapping and human trafficking in St. Charles County hope for a chance to get out of jail.The three men from India are being held without bond. They're scheduled to be in court Thursday, seeking to have their bonds set at $50,000. 15-year-old charged as adult in fatal carjacking from January A clerical error listed the court hearing for Tuesday, but it is actually scheduled for Thursday.