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Ed Cox takes seat as NY Republican Chair

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- New York State officially has a GOP Chairman and it’s someone who’s pretty familiar with the position. Ed Cox will be returning to that seat after former Chairman Nick Langworthy won a Congressional seat this past November. Our Capitol Correspondent Amal Tlaige attended the the Republican Convention on Monday and explains what Cox has in store for the Republican party.   Michael Henry announces run for NYS GOP Chairman The Long-Island Republican is a son-in-law to the late former President, Richard Nixon. Cox says in part his focus will be on safe streets, good jobs and good education. He also says the party will have to influence Republicans to get out and vote early which they saw as a weak point this past election. Aside from early voting, Cox says he has much more planned to gain Republican votes in the future. "We have to get well funded senate races, well funded assembly races we have to build up in the local elections and make sure that people who are...

Flags fly during procession for fallen Hermann officer

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- The body of the officer killed in Hermann, Missouri last night is being returned. A procession for Detective Sgt. Mason Griffith is going from St. Louis County to Gasconade County.Flags and first responders at the Clayton Road overpassThe number of vehicles in the convoy was small, but there was a large show of support along the route. Firetrucks, ambulances, police cars, were flashing their lights on the Clayton overpass. A large American flag was displayed prominently.The Gotten Stroeter Funeral Home is handling the final arrangements. There will be a visitation and funeral at Owensville High School Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Top story: Hermann officer dead, 1 injured after Sunday shooting The Associated Press reports:The search for the man suspected of killing one small-town Missouri police officer and badly injuring another ended Monday when the man came out of a home that had been surrounded by police.The shooting happened about 9:30 p.m. Sunday in Hermann, whi...

Nelly to perform at Missouri State Fair

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

ST. LOUIS - St. Louis native and three-time Grammy winner Nelly will perform at the 121st Missouri State Fair this summer.The hip-hop mogul is scheduled to appear at the fair's Grandstand stage on Friday, Aug. 18. Tickets are $50 for the track and $40 for the grandstand.Nelly is the fourth concert announcement for the fair. Previously announced shows include Tyler Hubbard with Parmalee (Aug. 10), LAiney Wilson with Jackson Dean (Aug. 11), and Cory Asbury and CAIN (Aug. 16).Tickets for all fair concerts will go on sale at 9 a.m. on June 27 through Etix. Grandstand tickets do not grant admission to the fair, and vice versa. They must be purchased separately.

Kendrick Castillo’s parents refuse settlement money in push to make STEM School shooting records public

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

The parents of a student killed in a 2019 school shooting in Highlands Ranch have refused to accept a $387,000 payout from the school as they push to make more information about the attack public.Maria and John Castillo, parents of slain 18-year-old Kendrick Castillo, have not accepted the settlement money in a civil lawsuit they brought against STEM School Highlands Ranch, their attorney, Dan Caplis, said Monday.The parents hope refusing the funds will help them in a fight with the school over releasing more information about the May 7, 2019, school shooting.Kendrick Castillo was hailed as a hero after he rushed at a shooter who had burst into his classroom that day. He was killed and eight others were injured. The two shooters who attacked the school were later convicted and sentenced to life in prison.Douglas County District Court Judge Jeffrey Holmes in February ordered STEM to pay the Castillos the maximum amount of monetary damages allowed under state law, in particular the Cl...

Broncos agree to terms with Jarrett Stidham as No. 2 QB for 2023, sources say

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

The Broncos’ big splash on Day 1 of the NFL’s free agency negotiating period came on the offensive line, but the franchise also moved quickly to identify its backup quarterback.They did so by agreeing to a two-year, $10 million deal with former Las Vegas and New England signal-caller Jarrett Stidham, according to league sources.Stidham played for the Raiders in 2022 and spent two seasons before that with New England.He started the Raiders’ final two games of last year after the team made it clear it was moving on from Derek Carr. In a pair of losses, Stidham threw for 584 yards, four touchdowns and three interceptions.Stidham, 26, started his college career at Baylor and finished it at Auburn. He is a Stephenville, Texas, native and now will be in a position group coached by a 28-year-old former Texas high school quarterback in Davis Webb.Stidham will be the No. 2 quarterback behind Russell Wilson. Denver also has late-season addition Jarett Guarantano currently under contract.Payto...

Here’s where “Breaking Bad” actors Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul drank mezcal in Denver

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

Forget the Oscars red carpet. Denevrites were raving about celebrity sightings over the weekend, as actors Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul traveled around the region pouring drinks that featured their original mezcal.The duo, otherwise known as Walter White and Jesse Pinkman from “Breaking Bad,” was on a semi-secretive tour, stopping by several liquor stores to sign bottles of Dos Hombres, a mezcal they first released in 2019. They also popped up unannounced in bars and restaurants throughout the Mile High City shaking up cocktails, serving samples and taking selfies with adoring fans.We asked readers to give us a heads-up when they spotted Cranston and Paul. Here’s where the actors hit on their tour of Denver. Know of another place? Hit me up at [email protected]’s Beverage WorldBOULDER,CO: March 10:Bryan Cranston, left, and Aaron Paul, congratulate Aidan Duncan, who was lined up at 4:30 am to be first in line. Actors, Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul of "Breaking Bad...

How (and where) to watch Oscar-winning films (mostly) online

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

Replete with spellbinding multiverses, “Everything Everywhere All at Once” topped the 95th Academy Awards with big wins including best picture and a historic win for Michelle Yeoh. Stories of family permeated 2022 cinema and winners this year, as did big-budget blockbusters (even if they were denied top honors Sunday night).Even the Oscars itself is now streaming — you can find the star-studded ceremony on Hulu. Some of the winning films are still in theaters but most are available online to stream now with either a subscription or as a digital rental. Here’s where you can find many of 2022’s Oscars-winning films:“EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE”This image released by A24 Films shows, from left, Stephanie Hsu, Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan in a scene from, “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” (Allyson Riggs, A24 Films via AP)Seven wins including best picture. Digital purchase.The A24-produced indie “Everything Everywhere All at Once” has been a critical success a...

Student dies in accident during physical education class in Lawndale

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

A student at Leuzinger High School in Lawndale died last week after suffering an undisclosed injury during a physical education class.The accident happened on Thursday around 1 p.m., according to officials from the Centinela Valley Union High School District.Details about the accident are sparse, but school district officials said the unnamed student was taken to the hospital by emergency services and later died from their injuries.The school district said it has increased counseling support at Leuzinger High School, and a team is in place to assist students and staff who may need help processing the feelings that come from the "tragic loss" of the student."Please join us in respecting the family’s privacy as they process this unthinkable loss and hold them in your hearts," said Cammie Vogel, Director of Communications & Events at CVUHSD.Leuzinger High School is located at 4118 West Rosecrans Ave. in Lawndale, south of Los Angeles proper. It's one of five schools in the Centinel...

Yet another storm headed for Southern California; 2-4 inches of rain expected in Los Angeles

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

Rinse. Repeat.Another atmospheric river “event” is expected to bring heavy amounts of rainfall to Southern California on Tuesday into Wednesday, and the National Weather Service is warning that more flooding is possible.“We’re not just talking about a little shower passing through. We’re talking about a significant 24-hour storm,” said KTLA weather anchor Kacey Montoya.After a relatively dry Monday, rain begins to arrive early Tuesday morning and will increase in intensity throughout the day.“During peak rainfall around midday, some areas of the Los Angeles metro area will receive a half-inch to an inch of rain per hour,” Montoya said.Metropolitan Los Angeles can expect 2-4" of rainfall with the next storm. March 13, 2023.The NWS is forecasting rainfall totals of two to four inches for coastal areas and valleys, and three to six inches in the foothills. The mountains of southeastern Santa Barbara County and western Ventura County may see as much as seven inches of rain. California...

KTLA 5 coming to YouTube TV

Published Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:07:14 GMT

Television viewers in Los Angeles and elsewhere will soon be able to watch "L.A.’s Very Own," KTLA, streaming on YouTube TV.On Monday, KTLA’s parent company, Nexstar Media Group, announced a multi-year agreement with YouTube TV to carry its 59 stations, including 29 CW affiliates and four independent stations. Nexstar’s cable news network, NewsNation, will also be available.Launch dates have not yet been announced.“Many viewers have written to KTLA asking to watch us on this platform. This agreement will give YouTube TV subscribers a way to spend time with the KTLA personalities they love and watch the great local news and programming that we produce each week,” said Janene Drafs, KTLA’s Vice President and General Manager. “With the most locally produced programming in Southern California, KTLA truly is L.A.’s Very Own.”KTLA produces 17 hours of local programming each weekday, including 15.5 hours of live news. The station also broadcasts special events including the Rose Parade, th...