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Appeals court again upholds gag order barring Donald Trump from commenting about judge’s staff

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — A New York appeals court has again upheld a gag order that bars Donald Trump from commenting about court personnel in his civil fraud trial, ruling Thursday that the former president’s lawyers used the wrong legal mechanism to fight the restriction.A four-judge panel in the state’s mid-level appellate court ruled Thursday that Trump’s lawyers erred by suing trial Judge Arthur Engoron, who imposed the gag order in October after Trump disparaged his law clerk.Instead, the appellate judges wrote, Trump’s lawyers should’ve followed the normal appeals process by asking Engoron to reverse the gag order and then, if denied, fighting that decision in a higher court.The appeals court ruling came a day after testimony wrapped in the 2½-month trial in New York Attorney General Letitia James’ lawsuit. Closing arguments are scheduled for Jan. 11 in the case, which threatens Trump’s real estate empire. Engoron said he hopes to have a verdict by ...

South Florida braces for continued wet and windy weather

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

The wet and windy week persists as South Florida experiences more rain on Thursday. The region remains caught between high pressure to the north and a stalled front to the south, creating damp and dreary conditions.Despite wild winds sweeping through Hollywood on Thursday morning, locals and visitors alike braved the elements for a walk. Some even appreciating nature and the waves. “The waves are beautiful, I can’t wait to see the sunrise and see the contrast between the peaceful sun against the rest of this place,” said one tourist. Not everyone, however, shared the same sentiment. Visitors from Canada, escaping freezing temperatures, found the windy conditions less than ideal for outdoor activities. A couple from Finland said although the weather “stinks” they’re glad it’s at least warmer than their home country. Hollywood Beach experienced persistent wind and light rain throughout the day, accompanied by impressive waves. While the waves ...

Subject who barricaded self inside storm drain in SW Miami-Dade taken into custody

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

After an hours-long standoff, a subject who barricaded himself inside a storm drain in Southwest Miami-Dade was taken in custody.Miami-Dade Police arrived at the scene at Southwest 117th and 131st Avenue, Thursday morning.7News cameras captured the subject peeking out of the storm drain and going back into hiding once he saw officers. According to police, at around 3 a.m., officers attempted to pull over a vehicle that was seen driving recklessly but the subject fled the scene. After evading police the first time, another officer spotted the subject driving erratically and tried to stop him. The subject then stopped his vehicle and jumped into a canal near Graceland Memorial Park South. After jumping into the canal, the subject then barricaded himself inside the storm drain.The subject was taken in custody and was placed on stretcher. A black car in the area was towed. It is unclear what charges he may be facing. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on...

Security robot will patrol part of downtown Portland

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

PORTLAND, Oregon (KPTV) — An autonomous security robot is now patrolling part of downtown Portland.Portland city officials and their community improvement partners gathered on Tuesday to unveil a new mural. The mural, located at Southwest Ankeny and 4th Avenue, was created in hopes to help revitalize and elevate the area and bring back a sense of community.Unico Properties and Portland Street Art Alliance introduced Radiance, a 120-foot mural, as part of the Ankeny Triangle Improvement Project and sits on the walls of the U.S. Bancorp Tower parking garage. The piece was done by local artists KSRA and They Drift and was inspired by the neon signage in Portland.Along with support from the city, Portland Clean and Safe clean sidewalks removed graffiti and picked up trash daily. They said they worked with law enforcement and noted a significant decrease in crime over the year.“We looked at reported crime for assault, vandalism, theft and in November, we a saw a 50% decrease last m...

European leaders approve opening of accession talks for Ukraine

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

European leaders have approved the opening of accession negotiations for Ukraine, European Council President Charles Michel announced Thursday.Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán left the room when the decision on enlargement was taken, according to a national official and a EU diplomat who were both briefed on the discussion. This allowed for an unanimous decision from the European Council. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the news was “a victory of Ukraine … a victory that motivates, inspires and strengthens.”Michel hailed the decision, achieved despite fierce opposition from Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, as “a clear signal of hope for their people and for our continent” in a statement on X, formerly Twitter.European leaders were quick to celebrate the move.“Historic day! Against all odds, we achieved a decision to open accession negotiations with #Ukraine and #Moldova,” Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas said.Finnish Prime...

UK’s Cameron hits back after Israeli ambassador rejects two-state solution

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

LONDON — David Cameron branded comments by Israel’s ambassador to the U.K. ruling out a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict “disappointing.”Speaking at a parliamentary committee hearing on Thursday afternoon, the British foreign secretary — a former prime minister brought back into government last month — downplayed Tzipi Hotovely’s interview and insisted a separate Palestinian state was “still possible.”Hotovely told broadcaster Sky News that there was “absolutely no” prospect of Israel’s government agreeing to a two-state solution — which would involve the recognition of a Palestinian state.In a wide-ranging hearing with lawmakers in the U.K. House of Lords, Cameron was asked whether he believed Hotovely was speaking “on instruction” from her government.“I don’t know, is the answer. I read the transcript and it is disappointing,” he said.Cameron added: “I don’t think ...

Frédéric Michel quitte l’Élysée pour un groupe privé suisse

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

Frédéric Michel rejoindra au 1er janvier 2024 le groupe MCH, un groupe de marketing et d’événementiel qui organise le salon du marché de l’art de Bâle, en Suisse. Le conseiller spécial en stratégie et communication auprès d’Emmanuel Macron depuis septembre 2022 sera notamment en charge de la communication du groupe, selon un communiqué publié jeudi sur LinkedIn.L’un des actionnaires principaux de MCH est Lupa Systems, un fonds d’investissement contrôlé par James Murdoch, dont Frédéric Michel était l’un des associés avant son arrivée à l’Elysée.La rumeur du départ de Frédéric Michel circulait depuis de longs mois — il était même un temps annoncé pour le mois de juillet dernier. Le Figaro avait révélé en novembre dernier que l’ex-lobbyiste avait sollicité la Haute autorité de la transparence de la vie publique dans la perspective d’un éventuel retour vers le privé, ce qui ne l’avait pas empêché d’assurer à nos confrères : “Je sais que je ne suis pas sur le départ.”Succédant à l’a...

Thousands to attend wake services for fallen Waltham Police Officer Paul Tracey

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

Friends, family, and members of the Waltham Police Department will gather Thursday afternoon for wake services honoring Officer Paul Tracey, who was killed last week in a crash that also claimed the life of a utility worker and led to the arrest of a New Hampshire man.The wake for the fallen officer will be held from 3-8 p.m. at Our Lady Comforter of the Afflicted in Waltham, where a massive American flag was positioned and draped from a ladder by the Waltham Fire Department Thursday morning – all with Tracey’s police cruiser stationed nearby.“The city agencies, along with all the outside agencies are all working together, planning the event to honor Officer Tracey,” said Deputy Fire Chief Richard Grant. “The Waltham Police Department and the Waltham Fire Department – we really are a brotherhood. Our hearts are broken for the Tracey family and we’re just here to support them.”Tracey, 58, was killed in the line of duty on Dec. 6 while w...

NY appeals court hands Trump another defeat over gag order

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

New York (CNN) — A New York appellate court rejected Donald Trump’s challenge of the gag order in his civil fraud trial Thursday. Trump’s attorneys petitioned the court over the gag order that bars him and the attorneys from speaking publicly about Judge Arthur Engoron’s court staff.In rejecting the challenge Thursday, the appeals court said Trump didn’t use the proper legal vehicle to challenge the gag order and sanctions.The Appellate Division First Department has not yet addressed a Trump request to allow his legal team to seek a review of the gag order by the Court of Appeals, New York’s highest court.Trial testimony ended Wednesday after 11 weeks in court.The parties are scheduled to file supplemental briefs in the case January 5 and return to court for oral arguments January 11 before Engoron renders a final verdict.

Gov. Maura Healey endorses Falmouth Democrat Dylan Fernandes in state Senate bid

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:58:11 GMT

Gov. Maura Healey waded in early to the race for a South Shore and Cape Cod Senate seat Thursday, endorsing Falmouth Rep. Dylan Fernandes, who announced his candidacy for the post at the start of December.Fernandes, a Democrat, said he was running for the seat after Sen. Susan Moran, also a Democrat from Falmouth, said she would not seek re-election to the Legislature to instead pursue an elected county position. At least one Republican is running for the seat while others are considering bids.Healey touted Fernandes as a leader in bringing clean energy jobs to the area and protecting abortion access.He is running for Senate with “a focus on making housing more attainable for working families, creating jobs, and ensuring that the district receives the infrastructure it needs,” a statement sent by the governor’s political spokesperson said.“Rep. Fernandes knows the district, its people, and has the track record of delivering on the issues that matter most in their lives. I am proud t...