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Man who attacked Pelosi’s husband convicted of federal assault and attempted kidnapping charges

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A jury on Thursday convicted the man who broke into former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s San Francisco home seeking to hold her hostage and attacked her husband with a hammer of federal charges of attempted kidnapping and assault.The jury deliberated for about eight hours before finding David DePape guilty of attempted kidnapping of a federal official and assault on the immediate family member of a federal official. DePape, who faces up to 50 years in prison, did not react as the verdict was read.The attack on then-82-year-old Paul Pelosi that was captured on police body camera video just days before last year’s midterm elections sent shockwaves through the political world.DePape, 43, admitted during trial testimony that he broke into the Pelosis’ home on Oct. 28, 2022, intending to hold Nancy Pelosi hostage and “break her kneecaps” if she lied to him. He also admitted to bludgeoning Paul Pelosi with a hammer after San Francisco poli...

Arrest made in death of Jewish protester in California after confrontation over Israel-Hamas war

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

(CNN) — A 50-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of a Jewish protester who fell and hit his head during pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian protests in Southern California earlier this month, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release Thursday.Loay Alnaji was arrested Thursday on suspicion of involuntary manslaughter and his bail will be set at $1 million, the news release said. Alnaji was arrested within the hour and does not yet appear in the Ventura County inmate roster. CNN is trying to determine if he has legal representation.Paul Kessler, 69, died after suffering a head injury following an interaction with a pro-Palestine protestor during dueling rallies on November 5.Witnesses said Kessler was “involved in a physical altercation” with at least one counter protester while pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian rallies were being held in Thousand Oaks, the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office said in an earlier news release.It is unclear what i...

Boston police seek public’s help in finding 14-year-old Dorchester girl not seen since Nov. 10

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

The Boston Police Department is asking for the public’s help as it works to find a 14-year-old girl from Dorchester who has not been seen in nearly a week.Boston PD said Latisha Smith was last sighted in the area of Bernard Street on Friday, Nov. 10, around 5 p.m.Authorities described Smith as a Black female with a height of 5’1″ and weight of 130 pounds, in addition to having black hair in a small curly afro.According to the police department, the teen is known to frequent Dorchester, Hyde Park and Malden.Police said she was believed to be wearing a red-hooded sweatshirt and red sweatpants when she was last seen.Anyone with information on the 14-year-old’s whereabouts is asked to either call 911 or contact Boston PD’s B-2 Detectives at 617-343-4275.Those who wish to contact police anonymously can do so via the department’s CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800 (494)-TIPS or by texting the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463).

Hot Property: Masterpiece ‘Beach House’ in Mattapoisett

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

Perched in the captivating, quaint village of Mattapoisett, 3 Goodspeed Island Road emerges as a masterpiece of coastal luxury, redefining opulent living against a backdrop of panoramic water vistas.The custom-built estate known simply as “The Beach House,” the 5-6 bedroom enclave — which easily sleeps 24 of your best and closest friends and family — sprawls across more than 5,700 square feet of meticulously crafted interiors and outdoor havens, promising an unparalleled retreat on the waterfront.The residence welcomes with an open layout where living, kitchen, and dining spaces seamlessly merge, gifting commanding views of Mattapoisett harbor and the vastness of Buzzards Bay. The beachfront deck, an extension of this lavish space, offers direct access to sandy shores for all your seaside fun — think quahogging, swimming, and other saltwater-splashed activities. The turnkey estate can easily welcome lavish gatherings but maintains a close knit warmth that makes it feel homey.Elevati...

Red Sox will have to wait after Atlanta Braves awarded 2025 MLB All-Star Game

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

For the past several years Red Sox ownership has been upfront about its desire to host another All-Star Game at Fenway Park, but with this week’s announcement that the 2025 All-Star Game will be played in Atlanta, Boston is going to have to wait a little while longer.Commissioner Rob Manfred announced Thursday that the 2025 Midsummer Classic will be played at Atlanta’s Truist Park, which was originally scheduled to host the 2021 edition before the game was abruptly moved to Colorado in response to Georgia’s controversial new voting laws.With next year’s game being hosted by the Texas Rangers, the following year’s by Atlanta and the 2026 game by the Philadelphia Phillies, the soonest the All-Star Game could return to Boston is in 2027, nearly 30 years since the city last hosted in 1999.Disappointing as the news was, it wasn’t surprising and could ultimately work out to Boston’s benefit.Heading into this year the Rangers and Braves were widely...

Column: Some unsolicited advice for Craig Counsell on handling his first year as Chicago Cubs manager

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell wanted to take things slowly after a whirlwind chain of events since his initial Nov. 1 meeting with President Jed Hoyer.You really can’t blame him. There’s a lot to learn about the Cubs organization, from the farm system to the current roster to the offseason game plan. He’s already begun talking to returning players, learning the names and faces of front office employees and media relations personnel, and probably looking for a place to live during the season.Fortunately for Counsell, he already knows much of the local media thanks to the Cubs-Brewers rivalry and its many controversies, including but not limited to rainouts with no rain and roof closings in the middle of an inning.He also has long-standing relationships with Marquee Sports Network play-by-play man Boog Sciambi and WSCR-AM670 analyst Ron Coomer, lessening the pain of leaving old pal Bob Uecker, the forever voice of the Brewers.While the transition from Wisconsin...

Staff picks for Week 11 of 2023 NFL season: Steelers vs. Browns, Raiders vs. Dolphins, Eagles vs. Chiefs and more

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

Baltimore Sun staff writers pick every game of the NFL season. Here’s who they have winning in Week 11:Dallas Cowboys at Carolina Panthers (Sunday, 1 p.m.)Brian Wacker (94-56 season; 10-4 last week): CowboysChilds Walker (95-55 season; 7-7 last week): CowboysMike Preston (85-65 season; 7-7 last week): CowboysC.J. Doon (98-52 season; 11-3 last week): CowboysTim Schwartz (90-60 season; 6-8 last week): CowboysPittsburgh Steelers at Cleveland Browns (Sunday, 1 p.m.)Wacker: SteelersWalker: BrownsPreston: BrownsDoon: SteelersSchwartz: SteelersChicago Bears at Detroit Lions (Sunday, 1 p.m.)Wacker: LionsWalker: LionsPreston: LionsDoon: LionsSchwartz: LionsLos Angeles Chargers at Green Bay Packers (Sunday, 1 p.m.)Wacker: PackersWalker: ChargersPreston: ChargersDoon: PackersSchwartz: ChargersArizona Cardinals at Houston Texans (Sunday, 1 p.m.)Wacker: TexansWalker: TexansPreston: TexansDoon: TexansSchwartz: TexansTennessee Titans at Jacksonville Jaguars (Sunday, 1 p.m.)Wacker: JaguarsWal...

6 ideas for a Wonka dream vacation this winter

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

By Sally French | NerdWalletAs the winter chill descends, homebodies might cozy up with a cup of hot chocolate. Travelers, meanwhile, may choose to indulge their sweet tooth with a full-fledged, chocolate-inspired vacation.With the Dec. 15 release date of the movie “Wonka,” candy might be on America’s mind. Happily, you don’t need to win a golden ticket to get to experience one of America’s myriad chocolate factories, chocolate restaurants and even chocolate theme parks.Here are six ways to have a zany, chocolate-inspired vacation in the U.S. this winter that are enough to impress Wonka himself.1. Experience a chocolate theme park at HersheyparkHershey, Pennsylvania(Photo courtesy of Hersheypark)Hersheypark is a 121-acre amusement park originally created by Milton S. Hershey as leisure grounds for employees of Hershey’s Chocolate Factory. Today, it has cuddly, walking versions of candy to meet, more than a dozen roller coasters and family-friendly rides. Plus with ticket price...

Couple arrested after pedestrian hit and killed in Mountain View

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A couple has been arrested after reportedly hitting and killing a pedestrian in Mountain View last week. San Diego Police were called to the scene of the accident on Nov. 10 at 8:11 p.m. for reports of a pedestrian hit by a vehicle at Imperial Avenue and 45th Street in Mountain View. Pilot killed in small plane crash in La Jolla Upon arrival, police found a 32-year-old Filipino woman in the road with severe injuries. She was taken to the hospital and pronounced dead the following day. Police report they will not be releasing her name at this time. Homicide investigators were able to find that the victim had been holding onto the hood of a van as it was driving down the street following a confrontation near a house in the 4100 bock of Jamul Ave. That's when police say the suspects reportedly bumped the victim with their van, who then grabbed the hood while they drove away with her still on the vehicle. She was then thrown from the van to the ground. Reward offered f...

Grand Canyon, nation’s largest Christian university, says it’s appealing ‘ridiculous’ federal fine

Published Thu, 26 Dec 2024 18:36:20 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation’s largest Christian university says it’s fighting a $37.7 million fine brought by the federal government over allegations that it lied to students about the cost of its programs.Grand Canyon University, which enrolls more than 100,000 students mostly in online programs, said it’s filing an appeal with the U.S. Education Department on Thursday. If it fails, the Phoenix-based school said it’s prepared to file a federal lawsuit.In a 40-minute speech, university President Brian Mueller called the fine “ridiculous” and questioned whether the school is being targeted because of its faith affiliation. He noted that the nation’s second-largest Christian university, Liberty University, is reportedly being threatened with a $37 million fine over alleged underreporting of crimes.“It’s interesting, isn’t it, that the two largest Christian universities in the country, this one and Liberty University, are both being fined almost the ident...