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Missouri court upholds state Senate districts in the first test of revised redistricting rules

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A Missouri judge has upheld the constitutionality of the state's Senate districts in a case that provided the first legal test of revised redistricting criteria approved by voters.Cole County Circuit Judge Jon Beetem rejected claims that the Senate map unlawfully divided certain local governments into multiple Senate districts, but an attorney said Wednesday that his clients are considering an appeal.“We are concerned that the ruling announces a new and incorrect standard that could affect redistricting for a long time," said attorney Chuck Hatfield, who represents voters who sued. “So this seems like a good candidate for a Supreme Court appeal.”Missouri is one of about 20 states with ongoing litigation stemming from redistricting that occurred after the 2020 census. Many of those cases allege the districts put voters of minority races or political parties at a disadvantage.In Missouri, two separate bipartisan citizen commissi...

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston names nominees to run airport, lead human services

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

Phil Washington will continue to run Denver International Airport and Denver Human Services will get a new leader if the City Council approves two nominations announced Wednesday by new Mayor Mike Johnston.The nominations, coming nearly two months after Johnston took office, are his first to fill cabinet-level department positions. Last month, he appointed Denver developer Susan Powers to lead the city’s Department of Housing Stability on an interim basis while he continues to interview candidates for cabinet posts.Johnston has filled many appointee positions in the mayor’s office to help him carry out his agenda, but his appointments of city charter-required leaders for departments have lagged the pace of his predecessor, Michael Hancock, after Hancock’s first term began in 2011.Washington took over as DIA’s chief executive officer in mid-2021 under Hancock. His renomination by Johnston comes nearly six months after the longtime transit agency leader and Arm...

Disneyland brings back fire effects for some nighttime shows

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

Disneyland has brought back some of its signature fire effects for nighttime spectaculars after a temporary suspension. The effects were temporarily suspended after a fire destroyed the Maleficent dragon prop during a performance on April 22.The fire effects have returned to World of Color: One, a nighttime show at Disney’s California Adventure Park. Disneyland unveils new alcoholic beverages at popular restaurants “Fire effects will return on a show-by-show basis to nighttime spectaculars,” a Disneyland official told KTLA.Video obtained by WDW News Today shows the World of Color: One show with fire effects during a performance in September. However, across the way at Disneyland, similar effects haven’t returned to the Halloween Screams fireworks show, according to the video on TikTok.The annual Halloween-themed fireworks show has used fire effects in the past. The abandoned plans to bring another Disney theme park to California Due to the fire, Fanstamic! performances are expe...

Man Dies in Pedestrian Accident on Highway 273 [Redding, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

54-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Pedestrian Collision near Girvan RoadREDDING, CA (September 12, 2023) – Friday morning, one man was fatally struck in a pedestrian accident on Highway 273.Police responded to the scene around 6:16 a.m., on the northbound lanes of the freeway near Girvan Road.Per reports, the 25-year-old male driver of a northbound Toyota 4Runner failed to stop in time and struck a man who was attempting to cross the highway outside of a marked crosswalk.Paramedics arrived and transported the 54-year-old male pedestrian, from Redding to Mercy Medical Center where he later succumbed to his injuries.Following preliminary duties, police do not suspect drugs or alcohol to be a factor. Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time before it was later reopened. Once available, further details will be provided.The team at Sweet James sends out their heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of the deceased victim who are grieving over the l...

Photos: Deadly floods kill at least 5,100 people in Libya as search continues for victims

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

Search teams combed streets, wrecked buildings and even the sea Wednesday to look for bodies in a coastal Libyan city where the collapse of two dams unleashed a massive flash flood that killed at least 5,100 people.The Mediterranean city of Derna has struggled to get help after Sunday night’s deluge washed away most access roads. Aid workers who managed to reach the city described devastation in its center, with thousands still missing and tens of thousands left homeless.“Bodies are everywhere, inside houses, in the streets, at sea. Wherever you go, you find dead men, women, and children,” Emad al-Falah, an aid worker from Benghazi, said over the phone from Derna. “Entire families were lost.”Mohammed Derna, a teacher in the city, said he, his family and neighbors rushed to the roof of their apartment building, stunned at the volume of water rushing by. It reached the second story of many buildings, he said. They watched people below, including women and children being washed away.“T...

Photos: Redwood City mansion designed by Frank Lloyd Wright associate listed for $4.5 million

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

A home in the Redwood City hills designed by an architect who assisted Frank Lloyd Wright is for sale for $4.5 million.A home in the Redwood City hills designed by an architect who worked with Frank Lloyd Wright is for sale for $4.5 million. (Dan Mirer) The property nestled in the Emerald Hills neighborhood was designed by William A. Patrick, a Taliesin Legacy Fellow in 1948, who worked with the renowned architect. The home showcases Wright’s signature design style of simplicity, openness, privacy and natural beauty.A home in the Redwood City hills designed by an architect who worked with Frank Lloyd Wright is for sale for $4.5 million. (Dan Mirer) A home in the Redwood City hills designed by an architect who worked with Frank Lloyd Wright is for sale for $4.5 million. (Dan Mirer) A home in the Redwood City hills designed by an architect who worked with Frank Lloyd Wright is for sale for $4.5 million. (Dan Mirer) The 3,419-square-foot home has four bedrooms and t...

McCarthy move on impeachment wins over reluctant GOP

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

By Lisa Mascaro, Stephen Groves and Kevin Freking | Associated PressWASHINGTON — House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s sudden decision to launch an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden has won over even the most reluctant Republicans, with some GOP lawmakers pushing for swift action while others expect it to drag into the 2024 election year.McCarthy opened and closed a private meeting Wednesday of House Republicans justifying his reasoning for the inquiry sought by former President Donald Trump, the party’s frontrunner to challenge Biden next year.The White House mobilized to fight what it called the “unprecedented, unfounded claims” against the president regarding his son, Hunter, and family finances.Biden did not respond to shouted questions about impeachment during an event on cancer research at the White House.“They have turned up no evidence,” said White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. “This is a political stunt.”The mo...

Major crash shuts down Vasco Lane near border of Contra Costa, Alameda counties

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

A big rig and van crashed Wednesday on a major bypass road that connects Contra Costa and Alameda counties, the California Highway Patrol said.Few details were available immediately, but the CHP said the crash had shut down both lanes of Vasco Road just north of the counties’ border. The crash first was reported about 10:55 a.m.It was unknown how long both lanes would be closed. The CHP advised motorists to avoid the area and to use alternative routes.At least one person was hospitalized, according to the CHP.No other information was available immediately.This is a developing report. Please check back for updates.Related ArticlesCrashes and Disasters | From the Roadshow archives: Highway 85 tragedy that spurred safety changes across California Crashes and Disasters | Letters: Mishandling traffic | Religious policy | Hormones’ influence | Oppose EATS | Article distracts | Research spending Crashes and Disasters | From the Roadsho...

Bay Area arts: 6 concerts and shows to see this weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

There are a lot of cool concerts and shows to see this week in the Bay Area, as the fall classical and stage seasons heat up. Here’s a partial roundup.Classical picks: Verdi, Bach gemsThe classical season is off to a bold start this week with Verdi’s “Il Trovatore” and two performances of Bach’s beloved “Brandenburg” Concertos.Verdi at SF Opera: Over the past few seasons, San Francisco Opera music director Eun Sun Kim has traced a thrilling journey through the music of Giuseppe Verdi; this month, she brings her musical mastery to “Il Trovatore.” Fueled by deep secrets, passion and revenge, it’s one of the composer’s most powerful dramatic works, and David McVicar’s production is inspired by the dark imagery of Spanish artist Francisco Goya. Directed by Roy Rallo and conducted by Kim, the cast features acclaimed soprano Angel Blue as Leonora, along with Arturo Chacón-Cruz as Manrico, Ekaterina Semenchuk as Azucena, and George Petean as the Count di Luna.Details: Through Oct. 1,...

All lanes blocked on Vasco Road in East Bay after big rig, van crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:53:39 GMT

(KRON) -- All lanes are blocked on a major road that connects Contra Costa County and Alameda County. Both the southbound and northbound lanes are shut down on Vasco Road after a big rig and van crashed on Wednesday, according to California Highway Patrol.The crash resulted in part of the van to have "impaled" the driver, according to the CHP Traffic Incident Information Page. Officials reported multiple people were injured from this crash that happened around 10:55 a.m., CHP said. However, it is unknown at this time how many were injured and the severity of their injuries. Vasco Road is approximately 20 miles and connects the cities of Livermore and Brentwood. The public is asked to avoid the area at this time. The video above is courtesy of Press.net/Melissa van Ruiten.This story will be updated. Check back as KRON4 learns more.