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Judge orders continued probation for teen sex trafficking victim who killed alleged abuser

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

DES MOINES, IOWA (WHO) - A teenage sex trafficking victim who fatally stabbed the man she accused of abusing her was resentenced Wednesday to probation, telling an Iowa judge that she now has a support system to help keep her on track.Prosecutors agreed that Pieper Lewis should continue her probation rather than be incarcerated. Polk County Attorney Kimberly Graham told the judge that her office “sees her as a human being,” that she is vulnerable to revictimization and that there is low risk she will commit more violence.Pieper Lewis appears in Polk County court, Wednesday, May 31, 2023 in Des Moines, Iowa. Lewis was resentenced to probation for killing 37-year-old Zachary Brooks in June 2020. Lewis said that she was trafficked to Brooks against her will and sexually assaulted multiple times when she was 15. (Zach Boyden-Holmes/The Des Moines Register via AP)Lewis, now 18, had faced a 20-year prison sentence for the June 2020 fatal stabbing of 37-year-old Zachary Brooks, ...

Senate hearing highlights childcare crisis in the U.S.

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) -- There's concern from lawmakers that the childcare crisis is getting worse. Senators and experts agree, childcare is increasingly unaffordable for many Americans."We're talking about paying people 13, 14 dollars an hour," Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) said.Wednesday, lawmakers including Sanders asked experts how to both increase pay for childcare workers and lower the cost for parents."Why is childcare so expensive?" Sanders asked.Sanders said child care often costs more than $15,000 per year."Can families afford in many cases, middle-class, working-class families afford childcare?" Sanders asked."Families cannot afford it," National Association for Education of Young Children Managing Director Lauren Hogan said.Sanders said the childcare system in New Mexico is an example other states could follow."We raised everybody's wages $3 an hour," New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department Cabinet Secretary Elizabeth Groginsky said.That change came after m...

Spirit Airlines resolves 'technical issue' after passengers complain of hours-long delays

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

(NEXSTAR) - Budget airline Spirit says it's working back to normal operations after "a technical issue" caused long lines and apparent flight delays Thursday morning.Early on Thursday morning, the airline said the issue had caused its website, its app, and its airport kiosks to be unavailable as of 8 a.m. CT. In an update posted around an hour later, the carrier indicated that only its app was unavailable."We anticipate longer than usual lines at the airport so please plan on arriving early," Spirit wrote on Twitter. Frontier Airlines introduces new ‘all you can fly’ pass In a statement shared with Nexstar, Spirit said the cause of the problem was "a network issue between third-party services," and that it had been resolved as of 10:30 a.m. CT."We apologize for any delays and inconvenience, and we’re now working our way back to normal operations," a spokesperson said.Thursday morning's delays, according to passengers, had significantly backed up travelers at airports in different...

TEA announces new Houston ISD superintendent, board of managers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

Editor’s Note: The video above shows KXAN News Today’s top headlines for June 1, 2023.HOUSTON (KIAH) — The Texas Education Agency has announced a new superintendent and board of managers for Houston ISD as part of the state's takeover of the school district. In March, the state told district leaders of its plans to intervene, following years of low student performance at several campuses. NEXT: Timeline of the Houston ISD takeover Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath announced Thursday that Mike Miles, a former Dallas ISD superintendent, will take over as HISD superintendent.Miles is described in a statement as “an experienced educational leader with an established track record of success improving outcomes for Texas students, including in the second largest school district in the state.”Miles will begin working under a 21-day interim contract until his is formally approved by the board of managers.Morath also announced the nine-member HISD Board of Managers, which include six...

50%+ of NY counties declare States of Emergency over asylees

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Over half of New York State's 62 counties have declared States of Emergency. The proclamations stem from the influx of migrants that have started being relocated throughout the state. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The pandemic-era asylum regulations of Title 42 ended on May 11, which was put in place to decrease the spread of COVID-19 across the United States border. The emergency health program being rescinded has opened the door to an increase of migrants into major hub areas, including New York City. To help mitigate the new arrivals, New York City has begun branching out to counties throughout the state about relocating asylum-seekers to other regions. As of May 23, Albany County joined over thirty New York counties who have declared a State of Emergency, expressing concerns for their ability to take on potential new migrants. Colonie Town Supervisor suing NYC, Albany over migrant arrival ...

New clothing store opens at Colonie Center

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

COLONIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Daily Thread, a women's clothing store, is now open at the Colonie Center. The store is located on the upper level near Boscov's, between T-Mobile and BOXLUNCH. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! “Colonie Center is constantly looking for retailers and companies who help us to provide the latest trends and services for our visitors,” said Elaheh Farahmarzi, Marketing and Business Development Manager at Colonie Center. “We’re thrilled to make Daily Thread part of the Center family, and help share their fashions and deals with the community.”Daily Thread offers fashionable clothing from casual wear to formal attire. Shoppers can look through dresses, tops, bottoms, outerwear, and a range of accessories. Popular brands include Juicy Couture, Frye, 89th + Madison, and more.Daily Thread has been named one of the fastest growing retail stores in the United States. The store at Colonie Center is one of severa...

Benefit to celebrate Lake George's former mayor

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. (NEWS10) - This month is benefit season for a village home that provides respite to families with children suffering from cancers and other debilitating illnesses. It's also a time to celebrate the legacy of one of the longest-running mayors in U.S. history. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! On Tuesday, June 6, the Ronald McDonald Family Retreat at Krantz Cottage is hosting a fundraiser benefit, running from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The cottage, located at 161 Ottawa St. in Lake George, opened in 2021 in the former home of lawyer and village resident Howard Krantz. Seventeen families stayed there in 2021 alone, and the facility doubled its size - and the number of families it can welcome to the lake - in 2022.Following festivities at Krantz House, the celebration will move to the Holiday Inn Resort at 2223 Canada St. with a second purpose in mind. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., visitors can join in on a retirement celebratio...

Road closures, parking restrictions for Freihofer’s Run

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany Police Department has released parking restrictions and road closures advisory for the 2023 Freihofer's Run for Women, which is taking place on Saturday. Despite the run taking place on Saturday, restrictions will begin on Friday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Parking Restrictions:Friday, June 2, starting at 7 a.m., until Saturday, June 3, at 6 p.m.Elk Street, south side, from Eagle Street west to N. Hawk StreetN. Hawk Street, east side from Washington Avenue to Elk StreetFriday, June 2, starting at 5:30 p.m., until Saturday, June 3 at 6 p.m.Washington Avenue, both north and south sides from S. Swan Street east to Eagle StreetPark Street, both east and west sides from Lancaster Street to State StreetN. Hawk Street, west side from Elk Street to Washington AvenueSaturday, June 3, from 12:01 a.m. until 2 p.m.Washington Park, both sides of ALL Washington Park roadwaysSaturday, June 3, from ...

'Drought alert' declared in Missouri, some relief possibly on way for St. Louis

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Missouri Gov. Mike Parson signed an executive order declaring a "drought alert" in the state late Wednesday, enabling resources after an abnormally dry stretch of weather. According to the National Weather Service, much of Missouri is dealing with some drought concerns heading into June. Several counties in the St. Louis region are in a moderate drought stage with a D1 rating from NWS. That means there could be some damages to crops and pastures, along with a high risk for fires and possible water shortages. Victim in fatal St. Louis Kitchen shooting identified As of Wednesday, parts of mid-Missouri are in an extreme drought stage with a D3 rating from NWS. That means many of these counties have already experienced major crop and pasture losses, and the risks for fire danger and water shortages could be a bit more heightened. The drought alerts follow a notably dry May not just for St. Louis, but much of Missouri and the Midwest. Around 1.6 inches of rain fe...

How to score a year of free tacos at a new Ballpark Village taco joint

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:11:31 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Condado Tacos, an Ohio-based taco joint, is set to open a new location in Ballpark Village later this month, and there's an extra incentive for some lucky customers. Condado Tacos will open its first St. Louis restaurant at Ballpark Village on June 15. On that day, the first 100 customers will win one free taco every week for one whole year. The offer comes as part of a special the chain deems as a "Year of Yum." The first 100 customers in line will receive a voucher that allows them to get one free taco a year for each of the next 52 weeks. Victim in fatal St. Louis Kitchen shooting identified If you're unable to win the free tacos for a year, you could still get a free taco around the grand opening. Every customer who visits on June 15 will receive a free taco with a purchase. And adults of legal age can but margaritas for a discounted rate of $5. Doors open around 11 a.m. and there will also be a confetti celebration just before. Condado Tacos will take over a 5,00...