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Vice chair of CPAC steps down 

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

Conservative Political Action Coalition (CPAC) Vice Chair Charlie Gerow is stepping down from his role with the organization, both confirmed on Friday.Gerow served as both a board member for the American Conservative Union (ACU) Foundation and as vice chair for ACU/CPAC.“It is with deep sadness and true regret that I have joined several of my colleagues in resigning from the Board of ACU/CPAC. I have consistently exercised my fiduciary duties to the organization and always done my very best to fulfill all of my responsibilities to this very vital organization. I know I have done the right things," Gerow said in a statement. "Although I will not now be able to participate in the August Board meeting, I am calling on my former colleagues to authorize an independent investigation into the charges against Matt Schlapp, to conduct an independent forensic audit of the organizations finances, to obtain a written opinion of counsel that the organization is in full compliance with its o...

LIVE: Westlake's defense is stifling Ridge Point's offense, Chaps lead 21-0 at halftime

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Typically, an appearance in the Class 6A-Division I semifinals is something any program would be elated about. However, Westlake isn't a typical program.After falling to Galena Park North Shore last season, snapping a 54-game winning streak and three consecutive state championships, the Chaparrals are leaning on a huge senior class to start a winning streak of their own, and it starts Friday in Missouri City against Ridge Point.REPORT YOUR SCORE: We'd love to post your team's score on our website, but we need your help to do it. Email the score of your game to sports@kxan.com and we'll get it on our websiteThe game is scheduled to kick off at 7:30 p.m., and it will be streamed live in this story beginning at 7:20 p.m. for those in the KXAN viewing area. For those outside the area, the stream is available through the NFHS Network. There will be a subscription fee required to view the game on NFHS. If you miss the game Friday night, it will re-air at 7 p.m. Saturday on...

Shoulder injury leads to lost season for Twins third baseman Jose Miranda

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

Carlos Correa was wowed when a slimmed down Jose Miranda showed up at TwinFest this January.“Have you seen his body?” the shortstop asked. “It’s sexy.”Miranda had spent the offseason getting into better shape to help sustain himself through the long season after starting to feel worn down by the end of his rookie year. But Miranda and the Twins still haven’t really gotten to see the benefits of that hard work and it’s becoming increasingly likely that they won’t this season.MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – AUGUST 25: Matt Wallner #38 of the Minnesota Twins celebrates his three-RBI triple against the Texas Rangers in the first inning at Target Field on August 25, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)An impingement in his right shoulder which cropped up in spring training has derailed Miranda’s season, and while he’s still taking some swings, the infielder had to be shut down again after starting to throw earlier this month.“I was more kind of disappointe...

Employee killed at central Minnesota cement plant, sheriff says

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

ISLE, Minn. — A 45-year-old central Minnesota man died Thursday after he became trapped in machinery at a cement plant in Mille Lacs County.The victim was identified as Chad Michael Minenko of Isle.According to the Mille Lacs County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the incident, reported at 7:46 a.m., and located Minenko trapped in a portion of the Cemstone wash plant. Isle Fire and Rescue arrived at the scene and, with the help of Cemstone employees, were able to free Minenko and start lifesaving efforts.Minenko was transported to the Onamia hospital, where he was pronounced dead.“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and all of the first responders who helped,” Sheriff Kyle Burton said in a news release.The incident remains under investigation by local and federal workplace safety authorities, though Minenko’s death appears to be accidental, the sheriff’s office said.Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Pakistani doctor who sought to support I...

Rensselaer crews respond to multiple overdoses

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

RENSSELAER, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- First responders were called to a report of suspected opioid overdose on Friday and found multiple unconscious patients. The incident took place around 5 p.m. on Chestnut Street. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Police said the patients were administered multiple doses of Narcan. No one died, police said.The Rensselaer Police Department provided multiple resources for anyone who may be struggling with substance abuse issues, including those below: Schenectady PD investigating multiple suspected fatal overdoses Rensselaer Police Department (518) 462-7451Rensselaer County Recovery Help Line: 1-833-467-3123 (Open 9am-9pm daily)SAMHSA (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration)Phone: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Unity House of Troy- Human Service Agency with a Wide Range of Services2431 6th Ave Troy, NY 12180 Phone: (518) 274-2633Elizabeth’s House for Women by Hope House, Inc.106-108 9th Stre...

Five new Missouri laws to know that become official Monday

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - A series of bills approved in this year's Missouri legislative session will officially take effect on Monday, Aug. 28 as laws.Here’s a closer look at five new prominent state laws, addressing health, public safety and other topics. Judge allows Missouri ban on gender-affirming health care for minors to begin Monday SB 49 - Bans gender-affirming care for minorsMissouri will ban transgender children and some adults from gender-affirming care. For those under 18, this will block access to puberty blockers, hormones, and gender-affirming surgeries. Additionally, Medicaid will no longer cover gender-affirming treatments for adults, and the state will not provide gender-affirming surgeries to prisoners. Physicians who violate the law face some big risks. Violations could lead to the state revoking licenses, and patients with an illegal procedure could file a lawsuit seeking up to $500,000 in damages. According to the legislation, through Aug. 28, 2027, "no health ...

Mikolas stumbles, Cardinals bats quiet again in 7-2 loss to Phillies

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Cristopher Sanchez shrugged off an early homer to pitch six strong innings, Alec Bohm and Kyle Schwarber homered and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-2 on Friday night.Sanchez (2-3) and three relievers retired the final 21 St. Louis hitters. Nine of those outs came on strikeouts.Garrett Stubbs added an RBI double for the Phillies (70-58), who remained atop the National League wild-card standings while gaining ground on second-place Chicago — increasing that margin to three games.Paul Goldschmidt hit his 21st homer of the season in the first inning for St. Louis' only runs of the night. Third baseman Nolan Arenado left in the seventh inning with what the club described as lower-back tightness.Sanchez has helped solidify a gaping hole in the last spot in the starting rotation. Over his last 10 starts since June 30, Sanchez has gone at least six innings on six occasions. His ERA in those 10 starts has been 3.16.After surrendering the two-run ...

Rockies lose fifth straight as bullpen falters again vs. Orioles

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

BALTIMORE — The gut punches keep coming for the reeling Rockies.The Orioles staged an eighth-inning rally Friday night for a 5-4 victory. Gunnar Henderson ripped a two-run homer off reliever Brent Suter for the tying and go-ahead runs, sending the crowd at Oriole Park at Camden Yards into a frenzy.Suter hung a 1-0 slider and Henderson didn’t miss.The Rockies’ losing streak grew to five games, and it’s the most brutal stretch of the season. The Rockies have been in the lead, or tied for the lead, in the eighth inning in each game of those five losses. It’s the first time this has happened in franchise history, and last happened in MLB from in 1970 from May 26-30 with the Montreal Expos.The loss spoiled strong performances by shortstop Ezequiel Tovar and starter Kyle Freeland.Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Kyle Freeland throws to the Baltimore Orioles during the third inning of a baseball game, Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Corte...

Fingerprints of climate change found across Colorado’s Rocky Mountains amid world’s hottest month on record

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

As the earth roasted last month, reaching a global average temperature that scientists have confirmed to be the highest on record for any month, the Colorado High Country got an uneven sampling of the heat.Related ArticlesEnvironment | Urban devastation: Losing Lahaina and Superior is a warning siren for the world Environment | Polis signs order expediting affordable housing funding, state growth goals Environment | Letters: So far, Denver mayor focused on his campaign issue of tackling homeless crisis Environment | Opinion: If the Earth burning isn’t enough, what will spark climate protests? Environment | Colorado River restrictions eased thanks to “lucky” rain and snow but negotiators race toward long-term fix While parts of the southwestern Colorado Rocky Mountains were locked under the same heat dome that broiled states like Arizona and New Mexico, the northern mountain region mostl...

Robbery suspects at large after hitting Westfield Century City mall

Published Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:35:59 GMT

Police are searching for robbery suspects who targeted the Westfield Century City mall Friday evening.Officers received reports of a possible smash-and-grab robbery around 5:43 p.m. at the shopping center located on the 10200 block of Santa Monica Boulevard.Witnesses said they saw the suspects putting on masks before ransacking a store and fleeing the area. Police are searching for robbery suspects that targeted the Westfield Century City Mall on Aug. 25, 2023. (KTLA)Police are searching for robbery suspects that targeted the Westfield Century City Mall on Aug. 25, 2023. (KTLA)Police are searching for robbery suspects that targeted the Westfield Century City Mall on Aug. 25, 2023. (KTLA)The Westfield Century City mall in Los Angeles. (KTLA)It’s unknown which store was targeted as details remain limited.The suspects were reportedly seen driving away in three different getaway vehicles, described as a white Honda Civic, a white van and a Chevy Silverado.Police responded to the sh...