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DeSantis decries 'hoax' narrative about Florida Black history curriculum

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

(The Hill) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) defended his state's updated and controversial Black history curriculum during the second GOP debate, decrying the "hoax that was perpetuated by Kamala Harris" regarding the new educational standards."So first of all, that's a hoax that was perpetrated by Kamala Harris. We are not going to be doing that," DeSantis said when asked about backlash over Florida's Black history curriculum, which suggests to students that slavery offered benefits."Second of all, that was written by descendants of slaves. These are great Black history scholars. So we need to stop playing these games," he continued. "Here's the deal: Our country's education system is in decline because it's focused on indoctrination, denying parents rights. Florida represents the revival of American education."The contested line in the educational curriculum is part of a benchmark clarification that "instruction includes how slaves developed skills which, in some instances, could b...

TSA ready to strengthen security with new baggage handling system at AUS

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Below the Barbara Jordan Terminal, hundreds of bags and suitcases are searched each hour.Longtime TSA agent Louise Yates has worked in one of these bag screening rooms at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport."I started with TSA in 2002 because of what had happened on 9/11,” she said. “I wanted to play a part in making people safe."The TSA said it typically takes about five minutes for a bag dropped off at the ticket counter to get loaded up on the tarmac. TSA dogs speed up security lines at AUS Unless it’s flagged within its X-ray security system. Then it’s thoroughly searched by Yates and her team."We do our best and we want the best,” she explained. “To ensure that when our families fly, we know they are safe coming through Austin."Calvin McDowell leads this team of TSA agents."We'll see bottles, glasses, ketchup, books, magazines, shoes and lots of laptops,” he said.On average, the TSA system sees almost 1,800 bags per hour at AUS. Austin airport to fini...

Source: Majority of St. Louis cops in police district call in sick

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

ST. LOUIS, Mo. - The majority of officers assigned to a St. Louis police district called out sick on Wednesday, causing ripple effects across the city, according to police sources.The department confirmed it's been forced to spread officers from a nearby district because of the shortage of officers during the second shift Wednesday night.The FOX Files is not identifying the district because the shortage may affect the safety of officers. ‘Ice-cold bandits’ wanted in St. Louis County business break-in During the significant shortage, a man was killed in a double shooting on Osage and an officer in need of aid call was a couple blocks away.At the homicide scene, several district cars from across the city were at the location."Anytime there's an incident that draws a lot of attention from the public, those usually require more police resources than normal," St. Louis Police Lieutenant Matthew Karnowski said. "So, we are in a situation where we are utilizing the assistance of district...

St Louis VA’s Got Talent helping to support a declining trend

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

ST. LOUIS – From taking shelter to taking the stage, Wednesday was the first night of the Veterans Association’s Got Talent showcase. Now in its 43rd year, the event is changing lives and perspectives for those who’ve sacrificed for our country.More than helping veterans step into their creativity, local organizations are aiding in a suicide trend that’s started to decline."Sometimes you just can't say what you can sing; you just can't say what you can write; you just can't say what you can show," said Dr. Danielle Cobbs, who works in the Occupational Therapy Department for the VA."There's a camaraderie between veterans that nobody else can really understand, and we get to have that when we are here," said Marine Corps veteran Mike Vassen.From combat to camaraderie, it’s a form of expression and healing. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News ...

Rockies lose to Dodgers again, fall for ninth time in 10 games

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

As September winds down, it’s tryout time for a number of Rockies who want to give their bosses something positive to mull over during the offseason.Wednesday night was rookie starter Noah Davis’ turn to impress. His performance at Coors Field drew mixed reviews.The Rockies’ overall performance was mostly bad. The Dodgers, reveling in a three-run, eighth-inning homer by Freddie Freeman, pounded the Rockies, 8-2.Colorado, limping toward the finish line, lost for the ninth time in its last 10 games. Following a trend that has plagued them most of the season, the Rockies struck out 13 times and didn’t draw a single walk.As for Davis, the first four innings of his audition went well. The fifth, not so much.Davis retired the first six Dodgers he faced and struck out three. He gave up a leadoff homer to James Outman in the third but then kept the Dodgers in check until the three-run fifth when the Dodgers solved him.Outman led off with a bunt single that caught the...

Sausalito sea lion sculpture awaits permits to return home

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

SAUSALITO, Calif. (KRON) -- After being knocked off its base and cracked during winter storms, the popular sea lion sculpture in Sausalito has been repaired.However, there is some red tape holding up plans to place it back where it belongs. Watch the full story in the video player above.

Triple-A Championship

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

All Times EDTBest-of-3At Chickasaw Bricktown BallparkInternational League ChampionshipDurham 1, Norfolk 1Tuesday, Sept. 26: Durham 10, Norfolk 5Wednesday, Sept. 27: Norfolk 7, Durham 2Thursday, Sept. 28: Durham at Norfolk, 6:35 p.m.Pacific Coast League ChampionshipOklahoma City 2, Round Rock 0Tuesday, Sept. 26: Oklahoma City 8, Round Rock 3Wednesday, Sept. 27: Oklahoma City 5, Round Rock 2Triple-A National ChampionshipsSaturday, Sept. 30: TBD vs. TBD, 10 p.m.Source

The candidates went after Biden — and Trump — at the second GOP debate. Follow live updates

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

Follow along for live updates on the second 2024 Republican presidential debate. The field’s early front-runner, Donald Trump, is skipping the event, just as he did the first. He was 2,000 miles away trying to woo union workers in Michigan amid a labor strike.The candidates on stage were Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, former Vice President Mike Pence, entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley, former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie and North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum.What to know— 7 candidates qualified for the second debate. Here’s who missed the cut — Republicans face growing urgency to stop Trump ahead of debate — Trump was in Michigan to compete with Biden for union votes — Who’s running for president? See a rundown of the 2024 candidatesWho would you vote off the GOP island? As the debate neared its end, moderator Dana Perino asked the candidates to write down which of their on-stage competitors should be voted o...

England looks to back up its status as white-ball kings in defense of the Cricket World Cup

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

England has a big target on its back heading into the Cricket World Cup.As the defending world champions in both the 50-over and Twenty20 formats, the English are the kings of white-ball cricket and, in theory, the team to beat over the next couple of months — even if India, South Africa and Australia, in particular, might have something to say about that.There’s plenty going for England, too.Eight of the 2019 World Cup-winning squad are back again seeking to defend the title and that experience can be crucial in those tight games which can be a battle of nerves as much as anything else. Among them is Ben Stokes, who came out of ODI retirement last month and has already underlined his enduring value by hitting a 182 — the highest individual score by English player in the format — in the recent series against New Zealand.In Jos Buttler, the team has a smart captain who seamlessly replaced the retired Eoin Morgan in the role and hasn’t yet allowed the position to affect his form. Butt...

Motorcyclist dies after crashing into back of Virginia Department of Transportation truck on I-95

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:25:56 GMT

A motorcyclist is dead after a crash involving two cars — including a Virginia Department of Transportation truck — on northbound Interstate 95 through Prince William County Wednesday afternoon, according to Virginia State Police.Shortly after 4:30 p.m., a transportation department Safety Services Patrol vehicle was stopped on the right shoulder of the highway at the 155-mile marker with its emergency lights on, according to state police Public Relations Director Corinne Geller.It was around that time, Geller said, that a sedan ran off the right side of the highway and struck the back of the transportation department truck. No injuries were reported among the driver of transportation department vehicle or the sedan.However, as police were investigating that crash, a 2015 Harley-Davidson motorcycle lost control and, running off the right side of the interstate, drove into the back of the transportation department truck, according to Geller.The motorcyclist died at the scene and has n...