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5 things we learned at Halas Hall, including the thought process of Chicago Bears OC Luke Getsy during Sunday’s loss

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

The Chicago Bears amended their schedule on Thanksgiving, holding a walk-through and a handful of meetings at Halas Hall as they work toward Monday night’s game against the Minnesota Vikings. The team returned to practice Friday, pushing to move past Sunday’s collapse in Detroit while still looking for its first NFC North victory since late in the 2021 season.Here are five things we learned Friday at Halas Hall.1. Luke Getsy defended the offensive philosophy and play calling from the fourth quarter of Sunday’s loss.There was a lot to unpack after the Bears settled for two fourth-quarter field goals against the Lions and later were outscored 17-0 over the final 4:15 in a 31-26 loss. The Bears began the quarter with a failed quarterback sneak on third-and-1, then chose to kick a 40-yard field goal for a 23-14 lead rather than going for it on fourth-and-1.On their next possession, despite chewing up 8 minutes, 45 seconds of clock on a 14-play scoring drive, the Bears ...

Ex-officer Derek Chauvin, convicted in George Floyd's killing, stabbed in prison, AP source says

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, was stabbed by another inmate and seriously injured Friday at a federal prison in Arizona, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.The attack happened at the Federal Correctional Institution, Tucson, a medium-security prison that has been plagued by security lapses and staffing shortages. The person was not authorized to publicly discuss details of the attack and spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity.The Bureau of Prisons confirmed that an incarcerated person was assaulted at FCI Tucson at around 12:30 p.m. local time Friday. In a statement, the agency said responding employees contained the incident and performed “life-saving measures” before the inmate, who it did not name, was taken to a hospital for further treatment and evaluation.No employees were injured and the FBI was notified, the Bureau of Prisons said. Visiting at the facility, which has about 380 inmates...

Ex-officer Derek Chauvin, convicted in George Floyd’s killing, stabbed in prison: AP source

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, was stabbed by another inmate and seriously injured Friday at a federal prison in Arizona, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.The attack happened at the Federal Correctional Institution, Tucson, a medium-security prison that has been plagued by security lapses and staffing shortages. The person was not authorized to publicly discuss details of the attack and spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity.The Bureau of Prisons confirmed that an incarcerated person was assaulted at FCI Tucson at around 12:30 p.m. local time Friday. In a statement, the agency said responding employees contained the incident and performed “life-saving measures” before the inmate, who it did not name, was taken to a hospital for further treatment and evaluation.No employees were injured and the FBI was notified, the Bureau of Prisons said. Visiting at the facility, which has about 380 inmates...

Sexual harassment lawsuit filed against former governor Cuomo, NYS

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A lawsuit has been filed against former New York governor Andrew Cuomo by a former aide, who accused him of groping her.Brittany Commisso, a former executive assistant in the executive chamber when Cuomo was governor, filed the lawsuit under the Adult Survivors Act. The window to file a lawsuit closed at midnight on Thursday, and Commisso's attorney filed the suit on Wednesday. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The lawsuit accuses Cuomo of unwanted sexual advances and groping her on two occasions: one in 2019 and the other in 2020. The suit also claims that when she reported the alleged incidents, then-Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul demoted Commisso to a position of answering phones in the lieutenant governor's office. The lawsuit claims the demotion lead to ostracism, loss of overtime, and hurt her career. Cuomo's attorney Rita Glavin fired back at the accusation, telling NEWS10: "Ms. Commisso's claims are provab...

Customers flock to Ted Drewes for frozen custard and Christmas trees

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Christmas season is finally here and families from all over the region came out to Ted Drewes not only for the custard but to get their Canadian Christmas trees.“We’ve got some wonderful trees. They are nice and fresh. Growing season was great for these trees. So this is our time to shine for Christmas season," said Travis Dillon.Customers came out excited about the sale and some made the sale a tradition."We come every year, so it has become a tradition. It's been our 6 or 7 year doing this so its been really special," said Jessica Reynolds.They are expecting to have around 5,000 Christmas trees this year. They will have a plethora of options to choose from.“I want to make sure everyone knows the custard is open as well. There is nothing really better than having a hot fudge Sunday with pecans and walking around looking at Christmas trees," said Travis Dillon.The owner anticipates that due to high demand, the trees will only be here for one to two weeks.

A jump on the market: Couples making successful senior moves now say that planning is everything

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

FREE SEMINARS, REFRESHMENTS INCLUDEDWhat: The Steller Group, Inc., agents specializing in downsizing moves: listing, selling, improving to increase salability, handling discards, low-maintenance living, purchase & rental.Where: Fri. Dec. 1, “Downsize 2024,” 10:00-11:30 a.m., Belmar Public Library, 555 S. Allison Pkwy, LakewoodWhere: Thurs. Jan. 18, “Downsizing Done Right,” 2:00-3:30 p.m., Overture, 4205 E. 10th Ave., DenverWhere: Tue. Jan. 23, “Decluttering and Where to Start,” 10:00-11:30 a.m., Holly Creek, 5500 E. Peakview Ave., CentennialPhone: 720-593-9355More Info: DenverSeniorSeminars.comSellers thinking about making that big senior move during 2024 are getting mixed signals from the market now—including higher interest rates that tempt them to play it safe, sit tight, and hold onto their old house with its low-interest mortgage.But Colorado couples who have pulled off senior moves in this market overwhelmingly say they’re happy they did it—and have advice for anybody...

Women’s basketball preview: No. 3 CU Buffs vs. No. 10 NC State Wolfpack

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

No. 3 CU Buffs women’s basketball vs. No. 10 North Carolina State WolfpackTIPOFF: Saturday, 11 a.m. MT, University of Virgin Islands Eldridge Blake Sports & Fitness Center in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin IslandsTV/RADIO: ESPN+/630 AMRECORDS: Colorado 6-0, 0-0 Pac-12; North Carolina State 6-0, 0-0 ACCCOACHES: Colorado — JR Payne, 8th season (125-93; 226-206 career). NC State — Wes Moore, 11th season (248-81; 806-250 career).KEY PLAYERS (Stats through Nov. 22): Colorado — G Frida Formann, 5-11, Sr. (15.0 ppg, 3.0 rpg, 3.5 apg, 2.3 spg, .463 FG%, .414 3PT%, 1.000 FT%); C Quay Miller, 6-3, Sr. (11.0 ppg, 6.5 rpg); G Jaylyn Sherrod, 5-7, Sr. (14.8 ppg, 3.5 rpg, 6.8 apg, 2.8 spg, .486 FG%); G Sara-Rose Smith, 6-1, Sr. (6.5 ppg, 4.0 rpg, .668 FG%); C Aaronette Vonleh, 6-3, Jr. (19.5 ppg, 6.5 rpg, 2.8 apg, .717 FG%); G Kindyll Wetta, 5-9, Jr. (6.3 ppg, 3.3 rpg, 3.5 apg, .476 FG%). NC State — G Zoe Brooks, 5-10, Fr. (10.3 ppg, 5.0 rpg, 3.8 apg, .472 FG%); F Mimi Collins, 6-3, Sr. (11.8 ppg, 7...

Women’s basketball: No. 3 CU Buffs roll past Kentucky

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

Fast breakWhy the Buffs won: CU shot .597 and frustrated Kentucky defensively, forcing 27 Wildcats turnovers while holding Kentucky to a 1-for-10 mark on 3-pointers.Three stars:1. Aaronette Vonleh: In a balanced effort offensively for the Buffs, Vonleh scored nine of her team-high 19 points in the first quarter to get CU off to a good start.2. Jaylyn Sherrod: Scored five points during an 8-0 CU run that closed the first half, eventually finishing 7-for-12 with 15 points and three assists.3. Kindyll Wetta: The junior guard sparked CU’s defensive effort with five steals. Also went 4-for-6 with 11 points, three rebounds and two assists.Up next: CU completes its three-game run through the Paradise Jam with a top-10 battle on Saturday against North Carolina State (11 a.m. MT, ESPN+).With a veteran squad coming off the program’s first Sweet 16 appearance in 20 years, the Colorado women’s basketball team isn’t the sort of unit susceptible to looking too far ahead.Still, the situation...

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators target home of top Israel lobbyist with smoke bombs, red paint

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

Smoke bombs were apparently set off outside the home of the President of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) on Thursday. Video circulating on social media shows a group of around a dozen protestors holding what appear to be smoke bombs and blaring sirens in the street outside of Michael Tuchin’s Brentwood home on Thanksgiving day. The video, posted by the account StopAntisemitism, was taken by a woman shouting towards her father, who was trying to break up the demonstration, to avoid physical confrontation. At the end of the video, he was seen carrying an American flag towards the group. Another video posted by StopAntisemitism shows what appears to be fake blood and fake dead babies in Tuchin’s driveway. The Los Angeles Police Department confirmed that officers were dispatched to the 11900 block of Foxboro Drive around 10:45 a.m. Thursday after protestors "appeared...and caused a disturbance." Israel-Hamas truce begins, and dozens of hos...

Shooter wanted for injuring 3, narrowly missing baby in Pasadena

Published Wed, 25 Dec 2024 19:32:07 GMT

Police are searching for the shooter behind a series of attempted murders in Pasadena earlier this year.On June 17, 2023, two shootings happened less than a mile from each other, according to the Pasadena Police Department.At 9:12 p.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting and a ShotSpotter gunshot detection alert on the first block of West Peoria Street.ShotSpotter is technology used by police departments that have acoustic sensors to detect, locate and alert law enforcement of gunshot incidents.Arriving officers located evidence of a shooting at the scene and later discovered two victims with gunshot wounds who had transported themselves from the area to a hospital.Around 26 minutes later, police received another call of shots being fired near Marengo Avenue and Painter Street. The suspect's vehicle believed to be behind three attempted murders in Pasadena on June 17, 2023. (Pasadena Police Department)Stock image of the suspect's vehicle. (Pasadena Police Department)Po...