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READ: Trump indictment and statement of facts

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

Former President Trump appeared in a New York courtroom Tuesday afternoon to hear the charges brought against him by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and read in court by Judge Juan Merchan. Trump pleaded not guilty to nearly three dozen counts.The indictment, which was announced on Thursday and unsealed on Tuesday, includes charges of falsifying business records and other counts in connection with a hush payment that Trump’s former fixer, Michael Cohen, made to adult film star Stormy Daniels shortly before the 2016 election.Read the grand jury's indictment here.Donald-J.-Trump-IndictmentDownloadAnd read the statement of fact here.Donald-J.-Trump-SOFDownload

Eyedrops maker couldn't ensure factory was sterile, FDA says

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — The manufacturer of eyedrops recently linked to deaths and injuries lacked measures to assure sterility at its factory in India, according to U.S. health inspectors.Food and Drug Administration officials uncovered about a dozen problems with how Global Pharma Healthcare made and tested its eyedrops during an inspection from late February through early March. The FDA released its preliminary inspection report Monday.The company uses procedures that can’t actually ensure its products are sterile, FDA staff wrote. In particular, the inspectors found that the plant had used “a deficient manufacturing process” between December 2020 and April 2022 for products that were later shipped to the U.S. The plant in India's southern Tamil Nadu state produced eyedrops that have been linked to 68 bacterial infections in the U.S., including three deaths and eight cases of vision loss. Four people have had their eyeballs surgically removed due to infection. The drops were recalled i...

Trump indicted: Here's what the former president is charged with

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

MANHATTAN, N.Y. (PIX11) — Former President Donald Trump has been indicted by the office of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.The case concerns hush money paid during Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. Michael Cohen, a key witness in related grand jury proceedings, previously pleaded guilty in connection to payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels and model Karen McDougal, who alleged sexual relationships with Trump.  What is an indictment? Cohen, a former longtime lawyer for the Trump Organization, alleges that the payments were made at Trump’s direction. Trump has denied having sex with either woman, branded Cohen a liar, and maintained his innocence in social media posts.Donald-J.-Trump-IndictmentDownloadAfter a grand jury voted in favor of indictment, Bragg’s office moved to formally charge Trump.Last month, Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social: “THE FAR & AWAY LEADING REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE & FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, WIL...

Build-A-Bear releases wig-wearing, sequin-donning RuPaul bear

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

(WJW) – Build-A-Bear has launched a new bear with world-famous drag queen and Emmy-award-winning entertainment mogul RuPaul.The bear, which is said to be "ready for any Eleganza Extravaganza," is being sold individually and as part of a "glamazon gift set" that includes gold pumps to go with the bear's blonde wig and gold-sequined dress, according to the listings on the Build-A-Bear website. There's also a "RuPaul’s Drag Race" logo on the bear's paw.  This Ohio city is among Top 5 for most expensive night out in US, study says "Two iconic pop culture institutions join forces for this one-of-a-kind collector's item made in tribute to the world's most famous drag queen," the listing says. "Category is teddy bear realness with RuPaul Bear's signature wig and gold sequin dress included."RuPaul, whose real name is RuPaul Andre Charles, is an actor, model, singer, songwriter, television personality and author, according to IMDb. The entertainer has produced and hosted "RuPaul's Drag Rac...

Twins’ home opener at Target Field postponed until Friday

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

MIAMI — Twins fans will have to wait one extra day to see the team play at Target Field after weather concerns forced the postponement of Thursday’s scheduled home opener.The Twins cited a forecast which “calls for snow and cold temperatures Wednesday night into Thursday morning” as the reason for pushing the opener back a day to Friday, which had been a scheduled off day.The opener against the 2022 World Series champion Houston Astros will now take place on Friday at 3:10 p.m. with all of the other scheduled festivities now planned for Friday, which is forecasted to be in the low 50s and mostly sunny.All fans with tickets to Thursday’s game can use them for admission on Friday, and tickets still remain for the home opener at Target Field. This is the second straight year that the opener at Target Field has been postponed for weather-related reasons.Related ArticlesMinnesota Twins | Tyler Mahle strong as Twins break out bats Minnesota Twins | Twins reunite...

Albany man sentenced for Third Avenue hit-and-run

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Jose Guevara Bonilla, 27 of Albany has been sentenced to five to fifteen years in state prison on April 4. Guevara Bonilla reportedly hit and killed a pedestrian with his car in October of 2022. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The indictment alleges that on October 24, Guevara Bonilla was driving drunk on Third Avenue where he recklessly caused the death of pedestrian Larry Cunningham. Albany County District Attorney reports that on January 26, Guevara Bonilla pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated vehicular homicide, one count of manslaughter in the second degree, one count of assault in the second degree, and one count of leaving the scene of an incident without reporting.In addition to Guevara Bonilla's prison sentence, his license will be revoked as a condition of his plea. The victim's uncle Fred Thomas shares a statement, “The untimely, tragic death of Larry Cunningham has left a void in hi...

Cage Wars returning to Rivers Casino in July

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- After 25 previous sold-out Cage Wars events, Rivers Casino & Resort has announced its next mixed martial arts showdown. Cage Wars 59 is set for July 7 at the Rivers Event Center. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The event will feature both local and regional amateur MMA fighters facing off in the octagon to crown the Cage Wars 59 champion. Fans can also live stream the event for free on the Stimulus website.Doors open at 6 p.m. and the fights begin at 7 p.m. You can buy tickets on the Cage Wars website. Cage Wars 58 will be taking place at Rivers Casino Philadelphia on June 3.

Heavy police response in north St. Louis

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Authorities are responding to a situation in north St. Louis City near MLK Drive and Cora Avenue. Much of the area is blocked off to traffic as of Tuesday afternoon. There's a heavy police presence in the area. Top story: Crash survivor claims St. Louis firefighter took wallet SkyFOX, powered by Bommarito Automotive Group, is flying over the scene to assess the situation. Based on video, it appears at least one car has crashed. FOX 2 is working to confirm details on what happened. This is a developing story. We will update as more information becomes available.

St. Louis city flag goes for March Madness-inspired title

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

ST. LOUIS - March Madness just ended for college basketball fans, but St. Louis is still fighting for bragging rights in one unique bracket challenge. A Twitter page called "Flags That Go Hard" launched its first March Madness-inspired competition last month. Its bracket challenge features flags of countries, states, province and cities from all over the world. Trending: Two St. Louis pizza parlors make ‘Eat This’ top 10 list Now in its "Final Four" stage of voting, the St. Louis city flag had advanced past some stiff competition and has a chance at the title. The "Final Four" consists of the flags for the city of St. Louis, state of New Mexico, the country of Kazakhstan and a former flag for the country of China from 1889-1912. St. Louis takes on New Mexico in the "Final Four" round. With more than 10,000 votes cast and nearly 24 hours remaining, St. Louis is leading with nearly a 70-30% edge over New Mexico. Throughout the bracket challenge, the St. Louis city flag has also ratt...

Webster University speeds up path to doctor of pharmacy degree

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:14:43 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Webster University and University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis have agreed to create a pipeline program. It allows Webster students in biological sciences to complete their bachelor of science undergraduate degree while simultaneously starting the doctor of pharmacy degree.This reduces the degree time by one year and potentially saves students both time and money.UHSP will interview three Webster students per year for the opportunity.In order to be accepted, students must have completed specific courses at Webster University that are prerequisites for UHSP’s Doctor of Pharmacy program. Students must also have a 2.7 GPA or higher, including a 2.7 GPA in all core science and math classes. Students must also complete an interview and submit a writing assignment for admission to St. Louis College of Pharmacy at UHSP.