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Brampton man charged with drunk driving after hit-and-run results in critical injuries

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

A 22-year-old man is facing several drunk driving charges after an early morning hit-and-run in Brampton that left a person with critical injuries.Peel police say around 2:17 a.m., a person was crossing at the intersection of Castle Oaks Crossing and Bellchase Trail when they were struck by a westbound vehicle before fleeing the scene. The victim was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries and remains in critical condition.A short time later, a police car was struck as officers attempted to stop the vehicle.Gurveer Bains of Brampton has been charged with driving impaired causing bodily harm, drunk driving, failing to stop after an accident, dangerous operation causing bodily harm, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and fleeing police.Police say they believe the same vehicle was involved in another crash around 2:10 a.m. in the same area. No one was physically injured in that incident.

Shooting, crash on Southwest Side leaves man dead

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

CHICAGO — A man is dead after a shooting and crash on the city's Southwest Side on Saturday afternoon. According to police, it all unfolded just before 4:40 p.m. in the 4900 block of South Honore Street in New City.  3 men found shot dead in Brighton Park overnight: CPD Officers said a man was riding a motorcycle in the area when he was approached by a vehicle. Police say a person inside the vehicle then opened fire on the motorcyclist. According to police, the man suffered several gunshot wounds before crashing into a parked car. The man was taken to the hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. Currently, it is unclear what led to the shooting and officers say no arrests have been made.  CPD: Group commits 10 robberies in less than an hour An investigation into the shooting is underway. Anyone with information that could help police in their investigation can file a tip at CPDTip.com. Tips can be left anonymously.

Tyson Foods recalling chicken patties due to metal pieces

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

(KNWA/KFTA) — Nearly 30,000 pounds of chicken patties produced by Tyson Foods are being recalled after consumers reported small metal pieces found in the product, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced on Saturday. There has been on reported oral injury as a result, the FDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service says.The specific product being recalled is Tyson Fully Cooked Fun Nuggets Breaded Shaped Chicken Patties, which were produced Sept. 5. 5 dog breeds this veterinarian says he’d never own — and why The recalled item features:Best If Used By date of SEP 04, 2024 Lot codes 2483BRV0207, 2483BRV0208, 2483BRV0209 and 2483BRV0210Establishment number P-7211 (located on back of package)(Courtesy: FDA)(Courtesy: FDA)(Courtesy: FDA)The product was shipped to distributors in Alabama, California, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin. Rewatching ‘Gilmore Girls’ for fall? Here’s why it’s the perfect autumn show No additional injuries or illness...

Smoke alarm checks a key to safe home as daylight saving time ends

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. - It's almost time to set back the clocks. Daylight saving time comes to an end at 2 a.m. Sunday.Firefighters and other first responders want people to remember that this time of year is not just about resetting your clocks. It's also an opportunity to make sure your home is safe.Capt. Robert Daus with the Maryland Heights Fire Protection District says statistically, three out of every five fire deaths happen in homes that do not have smoke detectors at all. And 16 percent happen in homes with smoke detectors that are not working."It is really important not only to have a detector installed in your house, but to check it monthly," Daus said. “Then twice a year we recommend changing out the battery, so when you change that clock, change your battery.” Remembering Donn Johnson – FOX 2 mourns loss of longtime journalist As the MHFPD went to check out homes Saturday morning, The Red Cross Greater St. Louis Chapter teamed up with the St. Louis City Fire Department...

Mizzou to receive millions to combat rural physician shortage

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

COLUMBIA, Mo. - Millions of dollars are coming to Missouri to help combat the physician shortage in rural areas. Over the past decade, 18 Missouri hospitals have closed, and all but one of the state's counties is in a health professional shortage. Now, a program at the University of Missouri is trying to combat the problem by placing medical students in rural areas. "Overall, we have about 65% of our rural scholars that end up in rural areas, in comparison to 9 to 10% nationwide, so the problem is definitely making an impact on rural access and rural health outcomes," said Kathleen Quinn, head of the Rural Scholars Program at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. Remembering Donn Johnson – FOX 2 mourns loss of longtime journalist The program is in place to encourage young Missourians from rural backgrounds to pursue medical school. The $16 million grant will be used to fund scholarships for students. "Many of our physicians in Missouri are 55 years of age or older a...

Colorado Mines football clinches share of RMAC title with rout of New Mexico Highlands

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

The top-ranked Colorado School of Mines football juggernaut kept on rolling Saturday afternoon at Marv Kay Stadium.John Matocha broke the RMAC and Mines career passing yards records, throwing for 289 yards and four touchdowns in a 77-3 throttling of New Mexico Highlands, and the Orediggers clinched at least a share of the RMAC title.The senior quarterback completed his first 15 passes of the game en route to a 17-of-19 day through the air and ran for another 21 yards and a score. Five other Orediggers (10-0, 8-0 RMAC) ran in touchdowns as well. By the time Matocha called it a day in the second half, he sat at 13,627 career passing yards.Related ArticlesCollege Sports | Keeler: Deion Sanders, CU Buffs hosting Jordan Seaton, America’s No. 1 OL recruit. He’s perfect. The only catch? Coach Prime needs three of him College Sports | CSU Rams coach Jay Norvell doubles down on QB Brayden Fowler-Nicolosi despite rough night at Wyoming: “He’s...

Army, Air Force fans enjoy reunions, the spectacle of a stunning upset

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

Joey Odell and Brian Wortinger were classmates at the United States Military Academy, graduating from West Point in 1995, but they hadn’t seen each other in 24 years.That reunion happened Saturday afternoon at halftime on the concourse at Empower Field at Mile High, while their Army Black Knights were in the process of pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the 2023 college football season, a stunning 23-3 win against rival Air Force.“Having this game in an NFL stadium is the proper level of respect for these two teams,” Odell said. “These teams are more than just colleges, more than just young guys doing their best on an athletic field. They give their all, not just today but every day, for their country. This is the kind of place where they should play this game.”Odell and Wortinger both live, ironically, in Colorado Springs. Wortinger is retired from active duty, but Odell just moved there a couple of months ago. He’s the chaplain for the Fou...

PHOTOS: Air Force Falls to Army at Empower Field at Mile High

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

The Air Force Falcons took on the Army Black Knights at Empower Field at Mile High on Saturday, November 4, 2023. 

L.A. demonstrators call for peace, freedom for Palestinian people

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

A large group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched in West Los Angeles on Saturday, calling for the end to Israel’s bombardment and occupation of Gaza.The marchers gathered at the Los Angeles Israeli Consulate as the Palestinian death toll in the Israel-Hamas war has reached 9,448, according to the Hamas-run Health Ministry in Gaza. In Israel, more than 1,400 people have been killed, most of them in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack that started the war, according to the Associated Press.As the war between Israel and Hamas marks nearly a month now, anger and frustration over the conflict is growing in Southern California.A large group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched in West Los Angeles on Nov. 4, 2023 calling for the end to Israel’s bombardment and occupation of Gaza. (KTLA)A large group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched in West Los Angeles on Nov. 4, 2023 calling for the end to Israel’s bombardment and occupation of Gaza. (KTLA)A large group of pro-Palestinian demons...

L.A. hospital searching for patient's family

Published Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:10:16 GMT

A local hospital is searching for the family of a patient who was found injured in downtown Los Angeles.On Oct. 30, Benjamin Carter, 59, was found on Wilshire Boulevard around 7:45 p.m. He was transported to a Dignity Health hospital where he currently remains, officials said. Carter is described as a Black man with brown eyes and black hair with some gray. He stands between 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet tall and weighs around 190 pounds.He may possibly be of Ethiopian descent, according to hospital staff. He may also have connections to the states of New York and Illinois. A local hospital is seeking help to locate the family of a patient, Benjamin Carter, 59, who was found injured in downtown Los Angeles on Oct. 30, 2023. (Dignity Health)Although Carter has been identified, he is “still in need of help locating family or loved ones,” officials said. His current condition or the nature of his injuries were not released.Anyone who recognizes the man or has information is asked to call ...