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Child missing after migrant bodies found near Canada border

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

MONTREAL (AP) — Authorities in the Mohawk Territory of Akwesasne said Friday one child is missing after the bodies of six migrants of Indian and Romanian descent were pulled from a river that straddles the Canada-U.S. border. The victims were trying to enter the United States illegally from Canada, said Lee-Ann O’Brien, deputy chief of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service. Their bodies, including that of a child under 3, were found Thursday in the St. Lawrence River near Akwesasne, Quebec. O’Brien says police found a Canadian passport belonging to a missing infant with the Romanian family, adding that the deceased child was also a Canadian citizen.Weather conditions in the area were rough Wednesday night, she said. “These is a heartbreaking situation, particular given the young child that was among them,” Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said. “We need to understand properly what happened, how it happened and do whatever we can to minimize the chances of this ever happening aga...

Gwyneth Paltrow scores court win that means more than $1

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — All that for a dollar?Nah, Gwyneth Paltrow ’s motivation to go to trial to fight a lawsuit accusing her of sending a fellow skier “absolutely flying” at a posh Utah ski resort in 2016 was about vindication.She got it when a jury found her not at fault in the collision, granting her exactly the $1 she sought in her countersuit. As a court reporter read the verdict, the courtroom gallery made up mostly of her supporters exhaled while Paltrow sat next to her lawyer intently and avoided displaying emotion that could be interpreted as surprise or gloating.She might have come out ahead in the court of public opinion, too, Hollywood lawyers and publicists say. “It’s not often that you go through the whole expense and time and bother of litigation for a dollar,” said Tre Lovell, a Los Angeles lawyer who handles many celebrity cases. “But she wanted to turn this into a positive as a way of saying ‘I’m not going to get taken advantage of,’ and ‘I’m a good person.’” The ...

EPA approves California plan to phase out sale of diesel-powered trucks starting in 2024; other states likely to follow

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — EPA approves California plan to phase out sale of diesel-powered trucks starting in 2024; other states likely to follow.Source

New York court officials say former President Donald Trump will be arraigned Tuesday afternoon at Manhattan courthouse

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — New York court officials say former President Donald Trump will be arraigned Tuesday afternoon at Manhattan courthouse.Source

Best exercises to strengthen your core

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

While sculpted abdominal muscles are often featured in advertisements, social media posts and magazine articles, there is more to strong abs than good looks. Strong abdominal muscles are key to increasing core strength and endurance, improving posture, reducing low-back pain and enhancing sports performance.In addition, a strong core is essential for proper stability and mobility, which helps with performing activities of daily living like lifting heavy objects and recreational activities like swinging a golf club.Stated simply, core conditioning should be part of any well-rounded workout program.[READ: Muscle Recovery After Workouts.]The Best Ab ExercisesTo determine which exercises most actively engaged the abs, research sponsored by the American Council on Exercise looked at seven popular exercises. The traditional crunch was used as the standard against which all other exercises were compared.— Yoga boat pose— Stability ball crunch— Decline bench curl-up—...

Man classified as missing person after fire destroys cabin

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

EAGLE COUNTY, Colo. (KDVR) — Deputies in Eagle County are continuing to search for a man who went missing after a fire burned down his cabin. According to the Eagle County Sheriff's Office, a cabin on Frying Pan Road in Basalt was destroyed in a fire Sunday morning. Michael Kevin Leese lived in the cabin and has not been seen since a day before the fire started on Saturday. While deputies investigated the fire, they used cadaver dogs and other tools to dig through the wreckage but found no signs of Leese. Information wanted on man found dead in Park Ave apartment Now, Leese's whereabouts have shifted to a missing person case. ECSO does not believe foul play is suspected. Leese is described as:5 feet, 8 inches tallWeighs 140 lbs.Has hazel eyesBlonde hairECSO said Leese has been entered into the National Crime Information Center as a missing person. Anyone with information on Leese's whereabouts is asked to contact the Eagle County Crime Stoppers at 970-328-7007. Tipsters can remain...

FDOT announces changes to express lanes on I-95; construction begins Sunday

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has announced upcoming changes to the express lanes on Interstate 95. Starting Sunday, the entrances to the express lanes, which currently reside near Northwest 44th Street, will be moved to their permanent location one mile south of Northwest 29th Street.In a news release on Friday, Oscar Gonzalez with FDOT explained that the installation of the poles will begin nightly in a southbound direction. He also emphasized that drivers need to be aware of the new location of the poles until they are fully installed up to Northwest 29th Street.Gonzalez also reminded drivers of the safety hazards that are common on I-95. He noted that crossing over the double white lines or crossing over the poles could lead to serious accidents and injuries.The construction on the expressway is expected to take place over the next few weeks, depending on the weather. FDOT has advised drivers to be patient and to follow all safety guidelines while navigating th...

Firefighters combat warehouse fire in Davie

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

Davie Fire Rescue responded to a warehouse fire Friday morning.It happened along Southwest 70th Avenue and 22nd Street in Davie. Firefighters were seen removing destroyed boxes from the property after the fire was under control. They are now investigating what caused the fire.

Several streets close in Miami after police cruiser collides with vehicle

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

Several streets were closed Friday afternoon due to a traffic crash that involved a police vehicle. City of Miami Police arrived to the scene of the crash at the intersection of Northwest 25th Avenue and 26th Street. According to officials, two officers were involved in the crash as a cruiser collided with another vehicle. They are investigating whether the officers were in one vehicle or were separate. Those involved in the crash were transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital for treatment. Police have temporarily closed Northwest 24th through 26th Avenues between 27th to 29th Street. Driver are urged to take alternate routes until police clear the area. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Construction worker transported to hospital after being injured at site in Sunrise

Published Sun, 23 Feb 2025 20:35:18 GMT

A construction worker was injured on the job in Sunrise. Sunrise Fire Rescue arrived at a new construction site near University Drive and Oakland Park Boulevard, Friday. The worker suffered an injury while they were on the fourth floor of a building that was under construction. 7Skyforce hovered over the scene where crews were seen lowering the injured worker with a forklift.Medical teams treated the worker at the scene. He suffered a puncture wound and was transported to the trauma center at Broward Health Medical Center for treatment. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story