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Biden says 'not much time' to keep aid flowing to Ukraine and Congress must 'stop the games'

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said Sunday that American aid to Ukraine will keep flowing for now as he sought to reassure allies of continued U.S. financial support for the war effort. But time is running out, the president said in a warning to Congress.“We cannot under any circumstances allow American for Ukraine to be interrupted," Biden said in remarks from the Roosevelt Room after Congress averted a government shutdown by passing a short-term funding package late Saturday that dropped assistance for Ukraine in the battle against Russia."We have time, not much time, and there’s an overwhelming sense of urgency,” he said, noting that the funding bill lasts only until mid-November. Biden urged Congress to negotiate an aid package as soon as possible. Student loan payments are back after three years: What to know “The vast majority of both parties — Democrats and Republicans, Senate and House — support helping Ukraine and the brutal aggression that is being thrus...

Vikings pass rusher D.J. Wonnum was ‘going to get to the end zone one way or another’

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Vikings pass rusher D.J. Wonnum felt like he should have had an interception earlier in Sunday’s game against the Panthers that he could have returned for a touchdown. He got his hands on a quick pass from rookie quarterback Bryce Young near the line of scrimmage, and had he been able to haul it in, Wonnum likely would have raced the other way with nobody in front of him.That’s why when Wonnum saw the ball on the ground later in the game after a strip sack from veteran safety Harrison Smith, rather than fall on it and ensure the Vikings forced a turnover, he went the extra mile, picking the ball up and racing 51 yards to pay dirt.“I said, ‘I’m going to get in the end zone one way or another,’ ” Wonnum said. “I was running and I looked at the jumbotron and it looked like someone was catching up to me. I hoped I wasn’t getting caught. I had to curve a little bit and I got in the end zone.”That proved to be a...

Harrison Smith puts in vintage performance to secure Vikings’ first victory

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The first time head coach Kevin O’Connell chatted with defensive coordinator Brian Flores last winter, veteran safety Harrison Smith came up in conversation. If the Vikings were going to turn things around on defense, O’Connell and Flores agreed it was going to be with Smith leading the charge.“We started talking about the possibilities of that safety group as a whole,” O’Connell said. “It was an exciting conversation that all centered around No. 22 and getting him around the line of scrimmage and getting him involved in the rush and getting his hands on balls in coverage.”That discussion between O’Connell and Flores regarding everything Smith could do for the defense was brought to life on Sunday afternoon as the veteran safety led the Vikings to a 21-13 victory over the Carolina Panthers. Smith was a terror on defense for the whole game, lining up all over the field, and spooking rookie Panthers quarterback Bryce Yo...

Short-term rental property owner shares concerns about proposed regulations

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

ST. LOUIS - There are more than 4,000 short-term rentals in St. Louis City. At present, the city has no regulations for short-term rentals, but that's more than likely about to change as city leaders inch closer to getting some rules on the books.Some short-term rental property owners, like Amanda McCracken, fear they will run them out of business.McCracken owns five long-term rental properties and four short-term rental properties. Three are across from Tower Grove Park and one is in Dogtown."They're completely renovated," McCracken said. "I didn't buy them in good shape. I've pumped money into the city. I love the hospitality; I love meeting my guests and I just enjoy it."The Transportation and Commerce Committee is considering rules that would require permits for those who offer short-term rentals, banning single-night rentals, and requiring people with permits to be available to customers and police at all times. ‘I love you all so much’ : Adam Wainwright treats Cardinals fans...

Accused Missouri militiaman arrested days after jailbreak

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

RAY COUNTY, Mo. - A man who escaped Phelps County Jail late Friday evening is back in police custody late Sunday afternoon.Jonathan O’Dell was arrested in Ray County, Missouri, around 5 p.m., according to FBI spokeswoman Rebecca Wu. Members of the Ray County Sheriff's Office, Missouri State Highway Patrol, and FBI were involved in O'Dell's capture.Ray County is located in the Kansas City metropolitan area.The FBI did not identify the exact location of O'Dell's arrest, only to say he was taken into custody without incident. ‘I love you all so much’ : Adam Wainwright treats Cardinals fans to postgame concert O'Dell and a second inmate, Steven Scott, escaped the jail by compromising the structural integrity of their cell. Scott surrendered to the authorities shortly after the escape.In a statement announcing the escape, the Phelps County Sheriff's Office said O'Dell had been jailed on numerous weapons charges. O'Dell also faces a federal indictment alleging he and another man, member...

12-year-old boy killed in suspected DUI crash with father

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

Just a day before his 13 birthday, a 12-year-old boy died in a violent car crash after his father, who may have been driving under the influence, lost control of his vehicle and crashed in Pomona early Saturday morning.  Heartbroken family and friends gathered on Sunday near the crash site on the 57 Freeway to say prayers, sing happy birthday and mourn the loss of Abel Vazquez.  “My sister has experienced every parent’s worst nightmare and that’s the fact of having to bury your own child,” Cesar Sanchez, the victim’s uncle and godfather told KTLA’s Erin Myers.  The 12-year-old and his father were returning from a concert in celebration of his upcoming birthday when his dad slammed into an embankment off an on ramp.  Wreckage of a possible DUI crash that claimed the life of 12-year-old Abel Vasquez on Sept. 30, 2023. (KeyNews.TV)“He made it a point for his father to only get two tickets because he wanted to spend quality time with his father,” Sanchez explained.  Abel ...

Khalil Mack's 6 sacks, Justin Herbert's 3 touchdowns propel Chargers to 24-17 win over Raiders

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

Khalil Mack set a franchise single-game record with six sacks, Justin Herbert accounted for three touchdowns and the Los Angeles Chargers held on to beat the Las Vegas Raiders 24-17 on Sunday.It was the sixth time since sacks became an official statistic in 1982 that a player had at least six in a game. The record is seven, by Kansas City's Derrick Thomas in 1990.The Chargers (2-2) scored on four of their first five drives to build a 24-7 halftime lead before the Raiders rallied to make it close. Las Vegas was driving for the tying touchdown when Asante Samuel Jr. picked off Aidan O'Connell's pass at the Chargers 2-yard line with 2:33 remaining.It looked like the Raiders (1-3) might get one final chance, but Herbert completed a 51-yard pass up the left sideline to Joshua Palmer on third-and-10 from the Chargers 11 to ice the game.Herbert completed 13 of 24 passes for 167 yards with a touchdown and an interception. He also had 30 yards rushing and a pair of scores.The Chargers won th...

Stafford overcomes injury to throw winning TD pass to Nacua in OT to give Rams 29-23 win over Colts

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Matthew Stafford stumbled, slipped and limped his way through the final 20 minutes of regulation Sunday.Then the gutsy 35-year-old Los Angeles Rams quarterback showed everyone he's still gritty enough to finish what he started.After opening the game with four straight scoring drives and then watching a 23-point lead evaporate, Stafford played through a painful hip injury and threw a laser-like 22-yard touchdown pass to record-breaking rookie receiver Puka Nacua for a 29-23 overtime victory over the Indianapolis Colts.“The hardest part was it was kind of shutting down the leg a little bit to where you'd step and push and normal leg, it was step and push and then not normal. The muscles were kind of shutting down,” said Stafford, who twice fell to the ground on his own. “But I just kept going. I knew it was going to be one of those things that was pain/function so as long as I could keep it going on the sideline, I was going to stay in there.”He kept playing despit...

BABA: A Rising Multi-Instrumental Music Sensation from India

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

BABA is an up-and-coming singer/songwriter and instrumentalist from India. Known also for his other music projects, Baba, Baba & Co., and Flying Cupid, BABA’s music has a distinct sound that is both rich and uplifting. He recently released his latest single, “Without You” which shows off this signature sound.Before his current act, BABA had spent many years in and around the music industry. He wrote his first album at just 16 years old under the artist name “Gaia”, and later released an album as “Flying Cupid” at age 19, which received critical acclaim from notable press outlets.His latest single, “Without You” is a heartfelt ode to the importance of support from loved ones in achieving one’s dreams. The song pulls from BABA’s own life, with BABA stating that he would have never achieved his current level of success without the love and support of his partner. By writing  such a personal and touching song, BABA pr...

Photos: San Francisco 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey scores four touchdowns in 35-16 win over Arizona Cardinals

Published Wed, 12 Feb 2025 12:51:27 GMT

San Francisco 49er’s Christian McCaffrey scored four touchdowns which vaulted the 49ers toward a 35-16 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.McCaffrey nearly matched the franchise’s single-game touchdown record, but a potential fifth score was denied at the 2-yard line on a 2-yard run in the final minutes, and rather than give him the ball again, coach Kyle Shanahan called for a Brock Purdy sneak from inside the 1 to cap the scoring spree.“Honestly I had no idea until I came in here he had four touchdowns,” Shanahan said in his press conference. “I’m kind of shocked. Now I kind of feel bad.”Quarterback Brock Purdy set a franchise record himself, completing 20-of-21 (283 yards) and starting 13-of-13. He remains unbeaten in regular-season starts, and has gone 211 consecutive passes without an interception.The win secured a 4-0 record for only the fifth time in franchise history.The 49ers end their three-game homestand next Sunday night when the Dallas Cowboys return to the site of th...