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Religious leaders challenge Missouri's abortion ban, cite separation of church and state

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Religious leaders appeared in court Thursday in Downtown St. Louis to fight against Missouri's abortion ban. The case could have major implications for the future of Missouri’s law, which bans most abortions.Some religious leaders claim the state law violates the separation of church and state.“They sued us back in January, and we are here to defend the abortion laws that the people of Missouri passed through their elected representatives," said Joshua Divine. "We have been fighting this for the past 11 months." St. Louis police warn of surge in carjackings and break-ins In June, faith leaders won a motion to move forward with their abortion ban challenge.“We hope that the court will recognize that this is clearly the intent and purpose of the legislature to impose their religious beliefs on everyone in Missouri by passing this abortion ban, and [we hope the courts] strike it down," said K.M. Bell, Senior Litigation Counsel with the National Women's Law Center.Leaders...

Progress ongoing as CU Buffs continue quest to end losing streak

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

Game at a GlanceMatchup: Colorado Buffaloes at Washington State CougarsKickoff:  8:30 p.m. MTWhere: Gesa FieldCapacity: 32,952. Playing surface: FieldTurfTV: FS1Radio: KOA (850 AM)Odds: Washington State by 4.5Series: Washington State leads 7-6Related ArticlesCollege Sports | Keeler: Why would Deion Sanders stiff Texas A&M football? CU Buffs give him one thing Aggies can’t: Absolute power. College Sports | Judge gives Oregon State, Washington State control of Pac-12 and assets; Outgoing schools appeal College Sports | UNC football not running from 0-10 record; final opponent Portland State “leans on the run” College Sports | Deion Sanders begs forgiveness for suspects in CU Buffs Rose Bowl thefts: “Let’s not crucify these high school kids” College Sports | Shedeur Sanders closing in on CU Buffs single-season records through pain of all the sacks and hits There’s no ...

If Broncos OL continuity breaks this week with Ben Powers’ foot injury, Quinn Bailey provides trusted option: “You can count on him”

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

Denver’s starting offensive line quintet has been a stable force over the first nine games of the season.They’ve played all but five snaps together, two that right tackle Mike McGlinchey missed against Miami and three center Lloyd Cushenberry missed Monday night at Buffalo.Heading into a prime time game against Minnesota, though, the run of consistency is in some jeopardy.Starting left guard Ben Powers (foot) missed practice Thursday and hasn’t done any work so far this week. He stretched on his own early during the portion of practice open to reporters, then went into the Broncos’ weight room building.“It was something from the game and we’ll see how he goes tomorrow,” Payton said. “We’ll see where he’s at.”Denver still has time remaining in the week. Payton said the team treated Thursday’s practice like a Wednesday session and will have a heavier-than-normal Saturday slate due to the short week of preparation. It’s possible, as Payton alluded, he’ll feel good enough Friday t...

Jamal Murray traveling with Nuggets on road trip, but injury timeline remains unclear

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

Jamal Murray is traveling with the Nuggets on their upcoming road trip, coach Michael Malone told reporters in Denver on Thursday, but it remains unclear exactly when the starting point guard will be back from his hamstring injury.Denver is embarking on a season-long five-game road stand that will include a pair of in-season tournament games. The Nuggets (9-2) face the Pelicans on Friday in New Orleans. It will be the team’s third game of the tournament’s group stage and second without Murray.Murray sustained a right hamstring strain Nov. 4 during a home win against the Chicago Bulls. He has missed four full games, three of which the Nuggets won with Reggie Jackson starting at point guard.“I know from all the reports I’m getting he’s really working hard to get back and making positive strides,” Malone told reporters Thursday. The head coach didn’t rule out the possibility of Murray returning on the road.The coach hasn’t labeled a specific hopeful ...

CU Buffs vs. Washington State football: How to watch, storylines and staff predictions

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

Colorado (4-6, 1-6) at Washington State (4-6, 1-6)When/where: 8:30 p.m. Friday/Martin StadiumTV/Radio: FS1/850 AM, 94.1 FMBetMGM Line: WSU -4.5, 64.5 over/underWeather: Partly cloudly skies with low of 32 degrees, slight wind.Five storylinesBuffs’ game management: After last week’s loss at the buzzer, Deion Sanders didn’t take kindly to questions about the Buffs’ game management this season. But the Buffs coaching staff has struggled with clock management, whether it be at the end of halftime (see: a key TD in the Oregon State loss) or the waning moments of the fourth quarter (see: narrow defeats to Stanford and Arizona). It’s proof there’s a learning curve for Sanders, who’s only in his fourth year as a college coach.Finding a balance: CU’s lack of a run game is killing them. CU had 70 net rushing yards on 30 attempts in last week’s loss to Arizona, an average of 2.6 yards per carry, while the Wildcats ripped off 207 rushing yar...

Cassie accuses Sean 'Diddy' Combs of abuse and rape in shocking lawsuit

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

R&B singer Cassie has filed a shocking lawsuit against her ex-partner Sean "Diddy" Combs in New York federal court on Thursday. According to the New York Times, Cassie's lawsuit accuses the Bad Boy Records founder of subjecting her to years of rape and abuse. “After years in silence and darkness, I am finally ready to tell my story, and to speak up on behalf of myself and for the benefit of other women who face violence and abuse in their relationships,” Ventura said in a statement obtained by CNN. “With the expiration of New York’s Adult Survivors Act fast approaching, it became clear that this was an opportunity to speak up about the trauma I have experienced and that I will be recovering from for the rest of my life.”Cassie, whose real name is Casandra Ventura, said she met Combs in 2005 when she was just 19 years old. Combs has been a mainstay in the music industry for decades and in the mid-90s he became a household name after working with Mary J. Blige, the Notorious B.I.G...

James Adomian Hosts a Night of Big Laughs at UCB, ‘All for Armenia’

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

Benefit shows can be slogs. But All for Armenia, a comedy show on Friday, Nov. 3rd at the Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theater, was anything but. It managed to raise money for a vital cause while also being very, very funny. The show was hosted by comedian and master impressionist James Adomian, who along with producers Sam Varela of Naked Comedy, Chris Tcholakian of the Everything Now Show and stand-up Armond Gorjian, put together a stellar lineup of comics and character performers, jammed into two hours.All proceeds for the show went to All for Armenia, a nonprofit that provides humanitarian aid to the estimated 100,000 Armenians displaced from the Nagorno-Karabakh region, also known as Artsakh, after being pushed out by neighboring Azerbaijan. All told, the show raised over $1,700.Adomian kicked off his hosting duties with a short set that included his best-in-the-biz Bernie Sanders impression and musings about his (one-quarter) Armenian-ness.There wasn’t a dud in the program that f...

Driver Hospitalized after School Bus Collision on South Jones Boulevard [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

Bus Driver Injured in Two-Vehicle Accident near Blue Diamond RoadLAS VEGAS, NV (November 16, 2023) – One bus driver was hospitalized Thursday afternoon, after a school bus crash on South Jones Boulevard and Diamond Road.The incident occurred around 2:00 p.m., on November 9th. First responders arrived to the scene shortly after receiving multiple calls.Police later determined that a Clark County School District bus and a sedan collided in the area, causing the bus to flip on its side. Paramedics arrived and took the unidentified bus driver to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries.In addition, there were no students inside the school bus at the time. At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway.Operating a vehicle is a responsibility that should not be taken lightly. By practicing safe driving habits, you can help keep yourself and others around you safe. Main focus on the road, and avoid distractions that could ea...

LA Weekly’s Holiday Guide 2023

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? In the lane, snow is glistening!Although here in LA we probably won’t be building snowmen in meadows anytime soon, we’re still plenty excited to bundle-up and soak-in all the merriment of the holidays.And just in time for the season, we’ve put together a list of the best events and gift ideas to get you in the mood to enjoy this year’s winter wonderland (even if that winter wonderland is 72 and sunny). American Contemporary BalletAmerican Contemporary Ballet’s The Nutcracker Suite: A place so magical it appears only once a year. L.A.’s most unexpected Nutcracker transports the holiday favorite to an immersive, snow-globe dream world 300 feet above the city filled with the enchanting dance and music you’d expect… and much more that you never would. Tickets are already selling out – see it while you can.   Nov 25th – Dec 24th*About American Contemporary Ballet: ACB is the only ballet company in Los Angeles to perform exclus...

Man Fatally Struck in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Alamitos Avenue [Long Beach, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:13:24 GMT

Male Pedestrian Pronounced Dead after Fatal Collision near Anaheim StreetLONG BEACH, CA (November 16, 2023) – A hit-and-run pedestrian crash occurred on Alamitos Avenue Sunday night, resulting in the fatality of one man.Emergency dispatchers were alerted to the incident at approximately 10:50 p.m., at the 1300 block of Alamitos Avenue, near Anaheim Street.According to reports, the driver of a northbound vehicle collided with a man who was standing in the middle of Alamitos Avenue. The driver then fled the scene without contacting authorities. Upon the arrival of emergency personnel, the injured man was transported to a nearby hospital.There, he succumbed to his injuries later on. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office will release the identity of the deceased victim once the next of kin has been informed.Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the fatal hit-and-run to come forward and share information with detectives at 562-570-7355. Additional details will be p...