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Ortiz reflects on speech given after Boston Marathon bombing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

BOSTON (AP) — David Ortiz knows that what he said at the first game at Fenway Park after the Boston Marathon bombing had an impact — in Boston and around the world.Ortiz and many of his 2013 World Series champion teammates were honored Sunday in Boston before the Red Sox played the Los Angeles Angels. He’ll also be the grand marshal for this year’s marathon, which will be run Monday morning. Ten years ago, two bombs detonated near the finish line of the Boston Marathon, killing three people and injuring nearly 300. Five days later, the Red Sox played a home game, at Fenway, where Ortiz stood in front of the pitcher’s mound and said: “This is our (expletive) city. And nobody’s gonna dictate our freedom. Stay strong.”The Red Sox took off after that moment and went on to win the World Series.“You know what, 10 years later I can tell you about the impact of what I say (had),” Ortiz said Sunday. “To be honest with you, I’m so proud it was taken that way. You don’t know, sometimes s...

Three-vehicle collision in McCowan Road and Lawrence Avenue area

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

Three vehicles have been involved in a crash in the McCowan Road and Lawrence Avenue area.COLLISION:McCowan Rd & Lawrence Ave2:29pm– 3 vehicle collision– police are responding – injuries are unknown – delays in the area– consider alternate routes#GO841668^se— Toronto Police Operations (@TPSOperations) April 16, 2023Police are responding to the incident and injuries are unknown.Delays are expected in the area.

Spain’s leader apologizes to victims of sexual consent law

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

MADRID (AP) — Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Sunday apologized to the victims of a government-sponsored sexual freedom law passed last October that was aimed at increasing protection for women, but inadvertently allowed hundreds of convicted sex offenders to have their sentences reduced.The legislation, known as the “only yes means yes” law, is set to undergo reform this coming week to address the legal loophole, following months of debate in the country and tension between the two left-wing coalition partners in the government — the majority Socialist party and Unidas Podemos, the junior party that sponsored the law.“No lawmaker, even those who voted against this law, is in favor of reducing sentences. Therefore, I apologize to the victims and we will find a solution to these unintended effects, because it is the best way to defend the law itself,” Sánchez said in an interview with local media on the sidelines of a campaign event for the upcoming regional elections i...

VIDEO: Rapper E-40 escorted out of NBA playoff game between Kings, Warriors

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

(KRON) - Rapper E-40 was escorted out of the Golden 1 Center by security during the first playoff game between the Golden State Warriors and the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night in an incident he referred to as "racial bias."In a video obtained by Nexstar's KRON, the rapper, clad in a gold chain, diamond earrings and sunglasses, had both hands held behind his back at one point as he was leaving the arena. Fans clad in Kings colors smiled and waved as E-40 was escorted out. Some fans pulled out their phones and took videos of the chaos as boos can be heard from the crowd. Kings take 1-0 lead in thrilling Game1 victory over Warriors E-40 was reportedly standing during a significant portion of the game, which appeared to block some of the guests sitting behind him. Several people complained to arena officials; E-40 was warned, but the standing reportedly continued. E-40 told KRON he was heckled in "disrespectful" ways throughout the game. During the fourth quarter, he turned aroun...

Did you pay to file taxes? IRS being pushed to create free, electronic system for all

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s that time of year when throngs of taxpayers are buckling down to file their income tax returns before Tuesday’s filing deadline. Many often pay to use software from private companies such as Intuit and H&R Block.Almost one-quarter of Americans wait until the last minute to file their taxes.There could be a new, free option in future years. The IRS has been tasked with looking into how to create a government-operated electronic free-file tax return system for all. But that doesn’t sit well with the big tax-prep companies.The idea has been batted around and hotly debated for a long time. Congress now has directed the IRS to report in on how such a system might work.The order came as part of the $80 billion infusion of money for the tax agency over the next 10 years under the Democrats' flagship climate and health care measure, known as the Inflation Reduction Act, that President Joe Biden signed last summer. It gave the IRS nine mont...

Travis County investigating overnight homicide

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas (KXAN) -- The Travis County Sheriff's Office said it was investigating a homicide reported in the northeastern part of the county early Sunday morning.Deputies responded to a domestic disturbance call just after midnight Sunday morning. The call originated in the 19400 block of Wearyall Hill Lane, located in Pflugerville.Once arrived, deputies found the body of a woman in her 40s who had suffered from a gunshot wound, per a TCSO release. Deputies also found a man in his 40s in critical condition after having sustained a gunshot wound. He was taken to an area hospital, per the release.The investigation is ongoing, with TCSO officials noting "evidence indicates this was an isolated incident and there is no danger to the public."

KXAN wins 7 Texas Broadcast News Awards, including Overall Excellence

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — On Saturday, the Texas Association of Broadcasters presented KXAN with seven Texas Broadcast News Awards, with several KXAN team members recognized for their projects and achievements.In March, KXAN was announced as a winner in three categories, as well as named as a finalist in a few others.“The Texas Broadcast News Awards recognize outstanding local journalism produced by TAB Member Radio and TV stations serving local communities throughout the state,” TAB said. PREVIOUS: KXAN wins 3 Texas Broadcast News Awards, named finalist for Overall Excellence The awards were in the following Television categories:Public Affairs – Josh Hinkle and John ThomasInvestigative Report – Matt Grant, Dalton Huey, Chris Nelson and Josh HinkleCarole Kneeland Award – Matt Grant, Dalton Huey, Chris Nelson and Josh HinkleMultimedia/Digital Storytelling – Josh Hinkle, Kate Winkle, Haley Cihock and John ThomasPolitics/Election Coverage – Josh Hinkle, John Thomas, Jackie Kingston and Laney ...

Frida Friday ATX celebrates 6th anniversary, Selena's birthday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Las Ofrendas and The Brewtorium are celebrating Friday Friday ATX's sixth anniversary, while also commemorating beloved Tejano artist Selena's birthday. The event, running Sunday through 6 p.m. at The Brewtorium, will include drag performances, food and drinks, live painting, a live Selena cover band and a Frida Friday market featuring local artists, per a release. Those featured artists include five local drag performers, 50 Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) artists and entrepreneurs and music by local Selena cover band Las Chicas en 512. “We believe in creating the world we want to live in, which celebrates diversity and supports Austin’s creative future, a future which depends on the vibrant contributions of all our community members," Las Ofrendas owner TK Tunchez said in a statement. "This year, we are celebrating our annual Bidi Bidi birthday on Tejano Queen, Selena’s birthday. She was such a stellar example of a go-getter creative and we are proud...

Yankees’ Gerrit Cole outduels Twins’ Pablo López in series finale

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

NEW YORK — There wasn’t much offense to be found at Yankee Stadium on Sunday afternoon in the series finale in the Bronx.The Twins, for the second time in this young season, saw an opposing starting pitcher deal a complete-game shutout against them. The first time, it was the Marlins’ Sandy Alcantara in Miami. This time, it was Gerrit Cole, whose efforts led the Yankees to a 2-0 victory Sunday.Donovan Solano’s single in the fifth inning was the first hit of the game off Cole, and one of just two on the day. Cole struck out 10 on the day.Twins starter Pablo López had another nice day in his six-inning outing, but on a day where his teammates provided no offensive support, it wasn’t enough.Yankees third baseman DJ LeMahieu brought home the team’s first run of the day with an RBI single in the third inning and added a home run to the short porch in right in the sixth, providing all of New York’s offense on the night.Related ArticlesMinnesota Twins | Domingo German thro...

Resort famous for Elvis' 'Blue Hawaii' movie will be rebuilt

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:16:34 GMT

HONOLULU (AP) — Demolition will soon begin on a resort once favored by Elvis Presley and other Hollywood royalty before it was heavily damaged by a hurricane three decades ago. The Coco Palms Resort on the island of Kauai will be torn down for a new 350-room hotel, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The resort is best known in movie lore as the location where Presley and Joan Blackman’s characters married in the 1961 movie “Blue Hawaii.” It’s also the site of other key scenes in the movie, including the last where Presley sings the “Hawaiian Wedding Song” and holds Blackman’s hand while they board a raft to cross a lagoon.In its heyday, it was famed for being frequented by other Hollywood stars like Frank Sinatra, Rita Hayworth and Bing Crosby. The 46-acre grounds were also once home to Kauai’s last queen, Deborah Kapule, who died in 1853. Name-that-tune game Heardle dropped by Spotify ...