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State leaders host World AIDS Day summit

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)-- Ahead of World AIDS Day, the New York State Department of Health held its 8th annual Ending the Epidemic Summit, remembering those who died, while also acknowledging the progress that has been made in treating the disease. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The event was held at the Albany Capital Center, where quilts lined the walls, memorializing those who have died from AIDS.Perry Junjulas, Executive Director at the Albany Damien Center, shared his own personal story."I was diagnosed back in 1995 and was told I had three months to live," explained Junjulas. "And I really had no reason to doubt anyone because people were dying around me. It was right around the time the new meds were coming out, and so there was a section of us who were saved by the meds."New York State Health Commissioner, James McDonald, said New York is dedicated to helping people living with the disease. While there is no cure, treat...

Fontbonne University drops 21 programs, 19 jobs amid budget cuts

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

CLAYTON, Mo. - Fontbonne University will lose 21 academic programs and 19 faculty positions as officials prepare for nearly $2 million in budget cuts. The university announced a "retrenchment plan" Thursday afternoon, indicating various budget cuts and their impacts over the next several years. Tow truck operator killed in Illinois served as volunteer firefighter Earlier this month, FOX 2 learned that students feared the university would cut its fine arts program. A statement from the university in our previous report said "Fontbonne is navigating shifting economic and financial circumstances" and hinted there could be changes to "reduce expenses while retaining our ranking as a 'best value' school and top regional university in the Midwest."The university will cut the fine arts program along with those emphasizing global studies, healthcare management, communication, and several others. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. ...

Diamond Sports could drop St. Louis broadcasts next year after bankruptcy

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Diamond Sports, the parent company of St. Louis regional sports network Bally Sports Midwest, could drop local broadcasts as soon as next year, according to recent court proceedings. Multiple reports, including ones from the Sports Business Journal and Bloomberg, note the Diamond Sports Group could shut down after fulfilling obligations for the 2024 MLB regular season, which ends in late September.Diamond Sports Group, the largest owner of regional sports networks, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in March after missing a $140 million interest payment. Since then, Diamond Sports has cut ties with MLB's San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks and also agreed to a wind-down deal with NBA broadcasts that expires after the 2023-24 season. Tow truck operator killed in Illinois served as volunteer firefighter Recent developments, including November court proceedings that revealed Diamond Sports could shut down, leave some uncertainty for the future of St. Louis...

Candy Cane Lane light show expands to more St. Louis streets

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

ST. LOUIS – As Christmas approaches, residents of Murdock Avenue, Prague Ave, and Neosho St., in the St. Louis Hills neighborhood are gearing up for their annual light displays, drawing in cars bumper to bumper. Currently, three streets—the original Candy Cane Lane, Snowflake Street, and Angel Avenue—are all located in the St. Louis Hill neighborhood. The events are free, but donations—which will be used for charities—are encouraged.One of the original residents of Murdock Avenue initiated Candy Cane Lane about 18 years ago. According to Bob Klasek, one of his neighbors wrapped a tree in lights, and the following year, more trees were adorned with Christmas lights until all the trees down Murdock Avenue were decorated.Angel Avenue is situated between Murdoch and Nottingham at the back of the 4700 block of Prague Ave. in St. Louis Hills. Russ Smith, one of the Angel Avenue organizers, mentioned that even though Angel Avenue is smaller, the entire block works together to decorate each...

Littleton man accused of sexually assaulting unconscious women may have more victims, DA says

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

Christopher Kelly Jackson (Provided by First Judicial District Attorney’s Office)A Littleton man charged in August of sexually assaulting three unconscious women he had met at bars could have more victims, the 1st Judicial District Attorney’s Office said in a Thursday news release.Christopher Kenny Jackson, 63, faces six counts of sexual assault for the alleged incidents that happened between December 2004 and February 2008. He also faces one charge of sexual exploitation of a child.Investigators found video of Jackson assaulting the women while reviewing files seized during a February 2023 search of his Littleton home. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office searched the home after the Colorado Internet Crimes Against Children task force linked his IP address to alleged pornography uploads, the DA’s office said.Investigators seized computers, phones and an external hard drive during the search. Jackson was not cooperative during the search, according to an arr...

Men’s basketball: CU Buffs look to rebound at home, yet must fix road woes

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

It was a stretch of about three and a half minutes, spread over one short interval and then an even shorter one, that doomed the Colorado Buffaloes at Colorado State.However, after losing state bragging rights in Fort Collins on Wednesday night, the Buffaloes will be less concerned about reviewing the minutes that got away than finding a big-picture solution to some early road woes.The 88-83 defeat suffered by the CU men’s basketball team at 20th-ranked Colorado State occurred in the Buffaloes’ only true road game of the nonconference schedule, and the three games in which the Buffs have struggled the most so far during the still-young season have happened away from the CU Events Center.The Buffs have overwhelmed the competition during four home wins. But their other three games — the CSU loss, plus games against Richmond and Florida State at the Sunshine Slam — have produced CU’s three worst 3-point games and both of the Buffs’ losses.“Challenge their mental toughness. Because that...

New details released in Hollywood executive's slaying

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

A Hollywood marketing agent who was allegedly shot to death by a homeless woman was targeted for being friends with another woman that she had been stalking, prosecutors revealed on Thursday.Michael Latt, 33, was gunned down inside his home on Alandale Avenue in Los Angeles' Mid-Wilshire neighborhood on Monday night.Officers arrested Jameelah Michl, 36, at the scene. She faces one count of murder and one count of first-degree residential burglary with a person present, Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced.From left: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Common and Michael Latt seen in a personal photo.“She allegedly knocked on the door, forcing herself into the residence once it was opened by one of the occupants,” the D.A.’s Office said in a news release. “Michl, who was allegedly armed with a semi-automatic handgun, shot and killed the victim inside of the home.”Latt was transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his wounds.Prosecutors have not released informatio...

Man found to possess stolen vehicles weeks after he was paroled for GTA, police say

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

A man who was paroled from prison on a grand theft auto charge just weeks ago has been arrested again, this time for riding a stolen electric bike and possessing a stolen vehicle in Riverside, police said.Justin Evans, 26, was paroled on Oct. 31, but on Tuesday, he found himself in police custody again, the Riverside Police Department said on Instagram.According to police, officers near the Lowe's Home Improvement store on Magnolia Avenue found a Jeep that had been reported stolen from UC Irvine "a couple days prior." No one was in the vehicle, but it did contain a black-and-white Trek e-bike, officers noted.The Riverside Police Department provided this photo that they say shows Justin Evans riding a stolen e-bike before his Nov. 28, 2023, arrest.The Riverside Police Department provided this photo of a stolen e-bike they say Justin Evans rode before his Nov. 28, 2023, arrest. Justin Evans is shown in this undated photo provided by the Riverside Police Department.After staking out th...

Disney+ unveils new subscriber-only perks for the holiday season

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

Disney+ subscribers can unlock special perks for a limited time, ranging from discounted Disney merchandise to free Marvel comics.The streaming company unveiled the Disney+ Perks website, a hub for discounts on all things Disney. The website is the company’s way of “saying thank you’ for being the best part of our story this holiday season.” Subscribers can take advantage of the discounts until Jan 31, 2024. Disney has ‘enough room for another Disneyland’ in Anaheim, park chairman says Here are some of the discounts subscribers can enjoy20% discount on Ubisoft’s Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora PC game$5 Fandango promo code to use toward a movie ticket to see Disney’s newest film “Wish”Bundle of over 30 free Marvel Digital Comics50% off a D23 Gold MembershipFree gift from Disney Emoji Blitz15% off of Disney-inspired products at Funko15% off of Disney-inspired merchandise at Loungefly20% off of Disney Dreamlight Valley: Cozy Edition at Best BuyFree, exclusive digital rewards on Disney ...

Jamal Kashun Reynolds Dies in Motorcycle Collision on State Route 94 [Dulzura, CA]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:03:45 GMT

29-Year-Old Man Fatally Struck in Motorcycle Accident near State Route 188DULZURA, CA (November 30, 2023) – Jamal Kashun Reynolds lost his life Sunday morning in a motorcycle accident on State Route 94. The incident occurred just west of State Route 188, prompting police response at approximately 10:29 a.m.According to officers, the rider of a Suzuki GSXR motorcycle veered across the center lines of the roadway, resulting in a collision with a westbound Kia Sorrento. The force of the impact proved fatal for the motorcyclist.The San Diego Medical Examiner’s Office later identified the deceased as 29-year-old Reynolds from San Diego. In contrast, the 45-year-old Spring Valley woman driving the Kia and her 47-year-old passenger sustained minor injuries.Both occupants of the Kia chose not to seek medical transport. Currently, San Diego officials are actively investigating the details surrounding this tragic motorcycle crash.The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest s...