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Majority in new survey worried about being tricked by scammer

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

The majority of respondents in a new survey say they are worried about being tricked by a scammer, making it the second-highest crime concern for Americans.In a Gallup survey released recently, 57 percent of respondents say they either frequently or occasionally worry about being tricked by a scammer or providing access to a financial account.That concern ranks only behind the worry of being the victim of identity theft, which concerns 72 percent of Americans. Getting one’s car stolen or broken into is the only other crime that concerns a majority of Americans, with 51 percent saying they worry about it frequently or occasionally.Asked to indicate which crimes they worry about frequently or occasionally, 44 percent selected home burglary when they were not home; 42 percent selected having a school-aged child physically harmed while attending school; 37 percent said getting mugged; 33 percent said being attacked while driving a car; 30 percent said being a victim of a hate crime; 28 ...

St. Paul man ID’d as homicide victim from Edina strip mall parking lot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

A 23-year-old fatally shot in Edina was a St. Paul resident.Darien Jamal Roberson died of multiple gunshot wounds in a strip mall parking lot on 70th Street near France Avenue, across the street from the Galleria, according to the Hennepin County medical examiner’s office and Edina police. Officers responded to a report of the shooting about 9 p.m. Saturday.The suspect stayed at the scene and police arrested him. Based on preliminary information, Roberson and the suspect knew each other, police said.Prosecutors expect to file charges today.Related ArticlesCrime & Public Safety | Teen pleads guilty to role in St. Paul homicide that prompted ‘no knock’ warrant at Amir Locke’s apartment complex Crime & Public Safety | Woman who threw puppy during Ramsey County pursuit given probation, banned from owning animals Crime & Public Safety | Burnsville man identified as Minneapolis homicide victim Crime & ...

Minogue's Beverage Center changes name, layout of stores

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- For over 100 years, Minogue's Beverage Center has been a staple in the Capital Region. Now, the stores will go on but under a new name. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Jeff Vukelic, the President of beverage distributor Saratoga Eagle, bought Minogue's Beverage Center in 2021 from the Minogue family. He's now changed the name on all four locations to BEVS."When we bought them two years ago, it just gave us a chance to learn about the stores and the customer experience," Vukelic told NEWS10. "We felt we needed to change it." Hibachi restaurant opens in downtown Troy BEVS officially rebranded on December 4, said Vukelic. The stores already have new signage and the layouts have changed. Vukelic said they wanted to give customers more of an experience and make it easier to shop.The new BEVS website has already been launched and the Facebook page has changed names. Vukelic said they worked with T...

Kevin McCarthy to depart House at end of year

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) on Wednesday said he will depart the House at the end of the year. "I have decided to depart the House at the end of this year to serve America in new ways. I know my work is only getting started," McCarthy wrote in a Wall Street Journal op-ed."I will continue to recruit our country’s best and brightest to run for elected office. The Republican Party is expanding every day, and I am committed to lending my experience to support the next generation of leaders."This is a developing story.

15-year-old arrested after bringing gun to Green Tech

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A 15-year-old was arrested Tuesday after bringing a handgun on school grounds at Green Tech High Charter School, according to Albany Police. The 15-year-old was charged with second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Tuesday, December 5, officers responded to Green Tech High Charter School around 3:55 p.m. for reports of a person with a weapon. Upon arrival, officers spoke with school officials and took the juvenile into custody without incident.No injuries were reported and no threat or plan for violence was made during the initial investigation. He was pre-arraigned Tuesday evening and remanded to the Albany County Juvenile Secure Facility until his appearance in Albany County Family Court Wednesday afternoon.

Southern Illinois deputies recover $250K worth of drugs after 115-mile pursuit

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Ill. - A Los Angeles man allegedly led southern Illinois deputies on a 115-mile pursuit before his arrest, which led investigators to nearly $250,000 worth of drugs.Dejon D. Wooden is behind bars in connection with the lengthy pursuit and several drug offenses. St. Louis officer shortage surpasses 300 as top cop hauls in $275k The pursuit began just before midnight Wednesday in Williamson County, Illinois. One deputy attempted to stop a vehicle on Interstate 57 before Wooden allegedly took off and headed northbound. During the pursuit, Wooden reportedly passed multiple tractor trailers, traveled at speeds in excess of 100 mph and attempted to run deputies off the roadway. The pursuit ended in Effingham when Williamson County deputies performed a PIT maneuver to disable Wooden's vehicle. Amid the arrest, police reported the discovery of 80 pounds of cannabis and around 48 pounds of promethazine, which have a reported street value of hundreds of thousands of dolla...

Legacy of love: Wheat Ridge remembers Peter Arguello, shop owner killed in suspected robbery

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

Peter Arguello was the kind of person who showed up for his community without fuss or flash. He saw a need and he met it, without question or hesitation.Arguello, 64, was killed in a suspected robbery at his store, Peter Damian Fine Jewelry and Antiques, in Wheat Ridge on Wednesday. His death has caused waves of grief for the community, drawing hundreds to a candlelight vigil outside the store at 7220 W. 38th Ave. on Saturday night.Dozens of people gather outside Peter Damian Fine Jewelry and Antiques, 7220 W. 38th Ave. in Wheat Ridge, on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, for a candlelight vigil to honor owner Peter Arguello, who was killed in a suspected robbery at the store on Nov. 29, 2023. (Wheat Ridge Police Department)Arguello’s son, Diego Arguello-Casillas, has heard countless stories over the past few days about how much his dad cared for people – how he was a father figure, friend, teacher, confidant and therapist to many.“He was a very loving person and very, very against anything v...

Man punched in face while pushing granddaughter in stroller

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

Disturbing security camera footage shows a man walking up to and sucker-punching another man who was pushing a stroller in Calabasas on Tuesday. The victim called the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department around 5:42 p.m. to report the incident, a spokesperson confirmed. The unidentified caller told authorities he was walking his 10-month-old granddaughter in the 4000 block of Lost Spring Road when he was elbowed by an unknown person. Video taken from a nearby home that was posted on Neighbors and shared with KTLA showed the victim was punched in the face by the attacker, who then got into a minivan and drove away.A man seen punching another man pushing a stroller in Calabasas, CA. A man seen punching another man pushing a stroller in Calabasas, CA. A man seen punching another man pushing a stroller in Calabasas, CA. A man seen punching another man pushing a stroller in Calabasas, CA. A man seen punching another man pushing a stroller in Calabasas, CA. The victim eventually manage...

AI can now help you raise backyard chickens

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

Imagine a fresh farm egg every day, and all you have to do is walk to your backyard.That's the thought behind a new Austin-based startup named Coop.They're building an AI-powered, smart chicken coop with the goal of making anyone an instant backyard farmer.Follow Tech Reporter Rich DeMuro on Instagram for more tech news, tips and reviews."We have a belief that there's millions of Americans that have always wanted to raise chickens, but they don't know where to start," said Coop founder and CEO AJ Forsythe.Forsythe was the founder of another successful startup that provided on-demand iPhone repairs. Perhaps not ironically, it was called iCracked."If you bring technology and make it effortless then anyone can do it," said Forsythe, who describes his new venture as a lot of fun.The Coop smart house has an area for chickens to graze and a place for them to sleep. An automatic door separates the two. Dual AI-powered cameras monitor everything from eggs laid to predators.Yes, you can even...

Rob Reiner, Quinta Brunson and more remember Norman Lear

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:24:44 GMT

Television legend Norman Lear has died at 101 years old. As a television creator, he was prolific, poignant and prophetic. He was not only a writer and producer, but was also a citizen activist who combined topical conflict and comedy to create wildly popular sitcoms. Producer Norman Lear attends the 33rd Annual Imagen Awards at JW Marriott Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE on August 25, 2018 in Los Angeles. (JC Olivera/Getty Images)His reworking of a British series into the landmark "All in the Family" changed television forever.Lear's death was announced via his Instagram account early Wednesday morning. Immediately the comment section was flooded with condolences by some big names. "Rest in peace Norman. You brought so much joy to us all," wrote Christopher Lloyd. "The best. What a life," commented Chelsea Handler. "Rest in peace dear Norman. Thank you for opening doors, hearts, and minds," wrote comedian and actress Wanda Sykes. Ava DuVernay wrote, "You did beautiful things with your lo...