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Hundreds of Pride activists march in Serbia despite hate messages sent by far-right officials

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Hundreds of Pride activists gathered in the Serbian capital Saturday amid a heavy police presence and anti-gay messages sent by the country’s conservative leadership and far-right groups.Last year, the LGBTQ+ event was marred by skirmishes between the police and anti-Pride groups who believe the event goes against traditional Serbian Christian Orthodox values and should be banned.The participants of the march on Saturday held banners reading “We Are Not Even Close” — referring to the current status of the gay population is Serbia — as well as “Marriage” and “Queer Liberation not Rainbow Capitalism.”A heavy police presence of officers in riot gear blocked off central Belgrade. In a rally against the march, about 50 anti-gay protesters and Orthodox priests held religious icons in front of a downtown church as the Pride event participants passed by.A group of anti-gay activists held a banner on the main downtown street that said, “I don’t want a gay parade in Be...

Authorities begin to remove plane after crash in Elk Grove Village

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

ELK GROVE VILLAGE Ill. — Authorities are investigating a plane crash in Ned Brown Preserve, popularly known as Busse Woods, in Elk Grove Village on Friday evening.According to the FAA, a twin-engine Beechcraft BE20 crashed in a wooded part of Busse Woods around 7:15 p.m. on Friday.Police say the smaller corporate plane crashed in the forest preserve and added that the pilot of the plane was able to walk away from the crash.On Saturday, the Cook County Forest Preserve said approval has been given to start removing the aircraft from the woods.Crews are working to have this done by Sunday. While crews are working, nearby trails will be closed.Currently, it is unclear what led to the crash or if anyone else was on board at the time.The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident.

7-year-old finds 2.95-carat diamond at Arkansas Crater of Diamonds park

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

MURFREESBORO, Ark. (KARK) – A young explorer made a nice discovery at an Arkansas park last Friday.Officials with Arkansas State Parks said 7-year-old Aspen Brown, of Paragould, dug out a 2.95-carat golden brown diamond from Crater of Diamonds State Park during a trip on Sept. 1.The diamond, at 2.95 carats, is the second-largest found at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in 2023. (Arkansas State Parks)In a news release detailing the find, officials with the department said Brown was celebrating her birthday with her dad and grandmother at the park.“She got hot and wanted to sit down for a minute, so she walked over to some big rocks by the fence line," her father, Luther Brown, said. "Next thing I know, she was running to me, saying ‘Dad! Dad! I found one!’” Powerball: 5 wildly rare occurrences that are more common than winning the jackpot Brown's diamond was the second-largest discovered at the park this year, after a 3.29-carat diamond was found in March. But after inspection, a...

It's Opening Day! What to know about the Bears-Packers 2023 season opener

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

CHICAGO — After an offseason full of changes and the usual anticipation during training camp, the regular season opener has arrived for the 2023 edition of the Chicago Bears. This year, it begins with their biggest rival making their way to Soldier Field with a big change at a key position. Matt Eberflus' team welcomes in the Green Bay Packers on Sunday afternoon, with the Bears kicking off their season at 3:25 p.m. at Soldier Field. It's the first time the teams have opened the season against each other since 2019 and is the start of a 17-game journey for both squads. Here's what to look for as the rivals meet on Sunday on the lakefront.(AP Photo/Kamil Krzaczynski)A rivalry renewedThis is the renewal of the oldest running rivalry in the National Football League, with the teams meeting for the 205th time in the regular season on Sunday.Lately, the Packers have had the advantage, winning the last eight meetings with the Bears, leading the overall regular season series 104-94-6.The Be...

How to avoid the text message scam putting your cash at risk

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

(NerdWallet) - The Federal Trade Commission recently revealed the most reported text message scam: bank impersonations.Reports of bank impersonations by text in 2022 jumped to 20 times the number reported in 2019. According to the FTC, consumers reported a loss of more than $330 million to text message scams in 2022. And cash that’s lost because of bank fraud or scams isn’t covered by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. or National Credit Union Administration.Banks are a safe place to keep your money, but there are still a few basic but important precautions you can take to ensure you don’t fall for a bank-impersonation text scam. Here’s how to protect your money from text message scams impersonating your financial institution.» LEARN: How to stay safe from financial scamsDon't make money moves under pressureText message scammers will try to make you feel like action is required immediately — at the risk of losing your money. It may come as an urgent message warning you to call or c...

Matthew McConaughey takes photos, signs new book ‘Just Because’ for hundreds in Austin  

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Hundreds lined up early Saturday morning outside of Book People in Austin to receive a signed copy of Matthew McConaughey’s new picture book, “Just Because,” and snap a photo with the Austin legend. “Matthew is the minister of culture,” Julius Crowe, who stood in line for three hours Saturday morning. “I'm [from] Austin. He's a local person from Austin. We both went to the same university. And I've seen so many of his movies—I've read those books,” Crowe added. “He's kind of a role model.”  MORE: Matthew McConaughey to release book later this year “Just Because,” which is available for purchase, is McConaughey’s debut picture book. It follows his memoir, “Green Lights,” a New York Times No. 1 bestseller released in 2020. “[‘Just Because’ is] filled with [McConaughey’s ] trademark humor and wisdom, Academy Award–winning actor and #1 New York Times bestselling author Matthew McConaughey has crafted a soulful and irreverent collection of life lessons that em...

MSP: Fatal shooting involving trooper under investigation

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

HANCOCK, Mass. (NEWS10) -- The Massachusetts State Police announced they are investigating a fatal shooting that involved a state trooper. The incident took place on Saturday morning in the town of Hancock. Get the latest news, weather, and sports delivered right to your inbox! At 7 a.m. on September 9, a MSP trooper responded to an emergency call at a residence on Richmond Road. Upon arrival, the trooper located a man at the home who had reportedly been armed. According to police, the man did not back down following the trooper's requests to desist, resulting in the officer discharging his service weapon. Police say emergency medical personnel attempted to treat the man for his injuries, but he was pronounced deceased at the scene. Troy man arrested on burglary, arson charges The investigation of the incident and its circumstances remains ongoing.

St. Charles County to consider property tax freeze for senior citizens

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - A new Missouri law allows counties to approve property tax breaks for senior citizens. St. Charles County could become the first in the St. Louis region to approve such tax breaks. According to a news release Friday, the St. Charles County Council could approve a bill as soon as Monday that allows for property tax freezes as soon as next year. Fans disappointed as Guns N’ Roses abruptly postpones St. Louis show Under the new law, counties would be allowed to freeze property tax rates on the primary residences of senior citizens and create a tax credit to offset the cost of their property taxes. The legislation also ends state taxes on Social Security benefits starting in 2024. To qualify, according to the bill, residents of St. Charles County must be at least 62 years old by Jan. 1, 2024. The county also adds that the tax freeze would "not apply to ad valorem taxes levied for the payment of bond indebtedness or the state blind pension fund." For mor...

Man dies in four-car crash in north St. Louis

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

ST. LOUIS - One man died from injuries he suffered in a four-car crash Friday evening in north St. Louis. The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department has identified Christopher McClinton, 31, as the victim. Next of kin has been notified. Fans disappointed as Guns N’ Roses abruptly postpones St. Louis show The crash happened just after 6 p.m. Friday near the intersection of Angelica Street and North Florissant Avenue in the Hyde Park neighborhood. Investigators say McClinton was heading southbound on North Florissant Avenue when he struck a driver heading eastbound on Angelica Street. As the two cars collided, they struck two other parked and unoccupied cars nearby. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW Police say McClinton was rushed to a h...

Man killed in overnight shooting near Ruby Hill Park

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:01:02 GMT

A man was killed overnight Friday in a shooting near Ruby Hill Park.The shooting happened near the intersection of Platte River Drive and Florida Avenue, Denver police said in a 1:15 a.m. Saturday post on X.UPDATE: The adult male victim has been pronounced deceased. This is being investigated as a homicide. The Office of the Medical Examiner will release the victim’s name and cause of death. Anyone with information is asked to call @CrimeStoppersCO— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice) September 9, 2023Police reported the man died Saturday morning about 10 a.m.The Office of the Medical Examiner will release the victim’s name and cause of death.Anyone with information is asked to call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Man found shot to death on Colfax in Aurora Crime and Public Safety | Arrests of MS-13 street gang members in metro Denver raise hopes violent gang disrupted Crime and Public Safety | Wo...