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Wastewater monitoring to shift from Met Council to the UMN Medical School, MN health department

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

Minnesota is changing its COVID-19 wastewater reporting system.As of Sept. 1, the Metropolitan Council no longer will be testing samples for SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19. The testing will be handled by the University’s Medical School and the Minnesota Department of Health Public Health Laboratory.The new system will combine testing done in the Twin Cities with “a statewide monitoring system capable of detecting a variety of viruses in the general population, including COVID-19,” according to the MDH.Wastewater surveillance of COVID-19 has become an significant tool for following trends with the virus, especially as the use of at-home tests has increased. These at-home test results are not generally reported to public health departments.In recent years the Met Council has worked with the U’s Genomics Center to compile a weekly report on SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater entering the metro plant in St. Paul. The University has monitored 37 wastewate...

Rensselaer man sentenced for attempted robbery

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Nahsir Chestnut, 22, of Rensselaer, was sentenced in Albany County Court on Friday morning. Chestnut was sentenced to a determinate term of seven years in state prison and five years of post-release supervision. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! The indictment alleges that Chestnut was involved in multiple incidents involving stolen property. On June 19, 2022, Chestnut, while acting in concert, forcibly stole property from a victim at the Exxon Gas station at 553 Washington Avenue. Chestnut also displayed what appeared to be a firearm.Chestnut committed the same crime at Motel 6 on Watervliet Avenue Extension on June 25, 2022. Lastly, he was accused of acting in concert in an attempt to steal property from a victim at gunpoint at the Sunoco station at 795 Broadway on the same day.Four No Contact Orders of Protection were issued.

CSU Rams vs. Washington State football: How to watch, storylines and staff predictions

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

Colorado State (3-9 in 2022) vs. Washington State (7-6)When/where: 5 p.m. Saturday/Canvas StadiumTV/Radio: CBSSN/1600 AMBetMGM Line: Wazzu -11, 55.5 over/underWeather: 91 degrees, partly cloudyFive storylinesOffensive line overhaul: A year after giving up the most sacks in FBS (59), CSU coach Jay Norvell overhauled the Rams’ offensive front, with senior center Jacob Gardner surrounded by transfers. How quickly those new pieces gel will likely determine if Year 2 of the Norvell era is a success. Consider the Cougars the perfect test. Of the seven players named to the preseason All-Pac-12 team, two are edge rushers — Brennan Jackson (12 tackles for loss, 6 sacks in ’22) and Ron Stone Jr. (4, 2).Good on good: The matchup to watch on Saturday night (provided CSU QB Clay Millen has time to throw) is Wazzu cornerback Chau Smith-Wade, a Denver native who went to high school in Chicago, against CSU wide receiver Tory Horton. Both were preseason all-conference selections th...

Denver International Aiport flights briefly grounded due to “security issue”

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

All flights out of Denver International Airport, as well as trains and security screenings, stopped for about 30 minutes due to “security issues,” according to a tweet by the airport.The ground stop was reported at 1:44 p.m. Friday, and operations were reported to have resumed “as normal” at 2:12 p.m.All operations have resumed. Thank you for your patience.— Denver Int'l Airport (@DENAirport) September 1, 2023Airport officials have not provided any details on what led to the security issue.RELATED: More than 410,000 passengers expected to pass through DIA over holiday weekendOver 200 flights are delayed, according to the flight tracking site FlightAware. Six flights have been canceled.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | DIA makes plans to address car, catalytic theft after increase Crime and Public Safety | More than 410,000 passengers expected to pass through DIA over holiday weekend Crime and Public Safety | ...

Police seek hit-and-run driver who killed man on major thoroughfare in Sun Valley

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

The Los Angeles Police Department is hoping the public can help them track down a hit-and-run driver who killed a man in Sun Valley early Friday morning.The victim, a man believed to be 28 to 30 years old, has not yet been identified by the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office, but he was struck at around 1:50 a.m. on Lankershim Boulevard near the intersection with Arminta Street, the LAPD said in a news release. A dark-colored sedan headed north on Lankershim hit the victim, and "the force of the collision caused the pedestrian to be thrown in a northeast direction across the intersection," the release added.The vehicle, possibly a gray Nissan with heavy front-end damage, continued north on Lankershim without stopping. The pedestrian was declared dead at the scene.Anyone with information is asked to contact Valley Traffic Division Investigator Sison at 818-644-8022 or Hansen at 818-644-8255. During non-business hours, or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-87...

Woman Dies in Pedestrian Accident on Fruitridge Road [Sacramento, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

Female Pedestrian Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Collision near Dewey BoulevardSACRAMENTO, CA (September 1, 2023) – Sunday evening, one woman was killed in a pedestrian accident on Fruitridge Road.The incident occurred around 9:08 p.m., at the 5000 block of Fruitridge Road near Dewey Boulevard.Per reports, the driver of a vehicle struck a woman in the area. However, further circumstances leading up to the crash remain unclear.Upon arrival, police located the female pedestrian lying in the roadway. Despite life-saving efforts, medics pronounced the woman dead at the scene.Meanwhile, the involved driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.At this time, the identity of the deceased victim is being withheld by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office. Those with further information regarding the Fruitridge Road pedestrian accident are encouraged to contact the Sacramento Police Department at 916-808-5471.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest s...

Joshua Hitto and Young Girl Killed in 2-Car Crash on Green Sands Avenue [Atwater, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

8-Year-Old Girl and Man Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Collision near Buhach RoadATWATER, CA (September 1, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, Joshua Hitto and a young girl were killed in a 2-car crash on Green Sands Avenue.The incident occurred around 12:10 a.m., near North Buhach Road.At this time, the events leading up to the collision remain unclear. However, officers located a silver Toyota Corolla and a white Acura sedan in the wreckage.Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced 26-year-old Hitto, of Stockton and an 8-year-old girl dead at the scene. In addition, multiple other occupants suffered from various injuries.At this time, further circumstances leading up to the collision remain unclear. Police are still working to determine whether alcohol or drugs were a factor.The Atwater Police Department is asking anyone with additional information to contact them at 209-357-6384. Once available, further details will be provided.The team at Sweet James offers...

Zein Al-Zoubi Killed in Motorcycle Collision on Nees Avenue [Clovis, CA]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

22-Year-Old Female Rider Fatally Struck Two-Vehicle Collision near Sylmar AvenueCLOVIS, CA (September 1, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, Zein Al-Zoubi was killed in a motorcycle collision on Nees Avenue.Police responded to the scene around 12:00 p.m., near Willow and Sylmar Avenue.Per reports, the female rider of an eastbound motorcycle collided with an oncoming white car while it was turning left.Medical personnel arrived and transported the motorcyclist to a nearby hospital where she later died.The Fresno County Coroner’s Office later identified the deceased victim as 20-year-old Zoubi, of Clovis.Meanwhile, the driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. Officials also closed down the eastbound lanes of Nees Avenue between Willow and Peach for at least three hours. Once available, further details will be provided.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and frien...

Johnny Rey Hernandez Dies in Solo-Car Accident on Highway 84 [Snyder, TX]

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

24-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Single-Vehicle Collision near FM 1673SNYDER, TX (September 1, 2023) – Early Sunday morning, Johnny Rey Hernandez was killed in a solo-car accident on Highway 84.Authorities responded to the scene around 5:00 a.m., near FM 1673 on August 20th.Per reports, Hernandez was driving a 2018 Dodge Charger north on the highway when he failed to navigate a curve. As a result, the Dodge veered off the road and struck a stop sign before overturning.Additionally, police say the car rolled through a fence and across FM 1673 before catching fire. First responders arrived and pronounced the driver, 24-year-old Hernandez, of Port Orchard Texas dead at the scene.Authorities closed down the surrounding area to perform cleanup and preliminary duties. Investigators reported that drugs or alcohol were not factors in the collision.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of Johnny Rey Hernandez. May you find comfort a...

From Waste to Wrist: Flex Watches’ Eco-Friendly Ocean Plastic Timepiece

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:10:49 GMT

For many people, watches are status symbols that speak volumes about who they are and what they can afford. Travis Lubinsky, the entrepreneur and founder behind Flex Watches, views watches as a different type of status symbol. In his case, your watch isn’t a reflection of your earnings but rather of your enlightenment. Specifically, your dedication to the environment and commitment to purposeful change.Travis, who once appeared on CNBC’s The Profit and was mentored by Shark Tank‘s Daymond John, has an impressive track record. In addition to creating a million-dollar watch brand, he’s partnered with global giants, including Star Wars, Minions, and WWE. He’s also been recognized for his talent, appearing on MTV’s The Real World, and has collaborated with the retail giants Champs and Zappos.However, with the fashion industry increasingly valuing sustainability and purpose, it is his trailblazing watch brand that has captured the industry’s and the public’s imagi...