Fire rescue personnel, police officers, and deputies responded to a hotel on Friday night in Doral. Leer en español There was a report of a shooting at the Extended Stay America Premier Suites, at 8655 NW 21 Terrace. Officer Alicia Neal, a spokeswoman for the Doral Police Department said it was a false alarm. “Our officers arrived at the Extended Stay regarding a report of shots fired and a female screaming. After a thorough search of the hotel, the hotel was cleared with negative results,” Neal said. It turned out a woman had confused red paint for blood, and no…
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Back in September of 2024, Foo Fighters fans were disappointed by the news that Dave Grohl had fathered a child with a mystery woman. The birth of a child is always a joyous occasion, and this was no exception. But Dave is married, and he and his wife have three kids, the eldest of whom is 18. Needless to say, the rest of the Grohl clan probably wasn’t thrilled by the news that the Nirvana drummer had been banging groupies. Now, the identity of Dave’s baby mama has been revealed, and she’s telling her side of…
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump abruptly fired Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr. as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on Friday, sidelining a history-making fighter pilot and respected officer as part of a campaign to rid the military of leaders who support diversity and equity in the ranks. The ouster of Brown, only the second Black general to serve as chairman, is sure to send shock waves through the Pentagon. His 16 months in the job had been consumed with the war in Ukraine and the expanded conflict in the Middle East. “I want to thank General Charles…
A federal judge on Friday largely blocked sweeping executive orders from President Donald Trump that seek to end government support for programs promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. U.S. District Judge Adam Abelson in Baltimore granted a preliminary injunction blocking the administration from terminating or changing federal contracts they consider equity-related. Abelson found that the orders likely carry constitutional violations, including against free-speech rights. Trump signed an order his first day in office directing federal agencies to terminate all “equity-related” grants or contracts. He signed a follow-up order requiring federal contractors to certify that they don’t promote DEI. The White House…
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NFL investigators have been interviewing massage therapists who have accused Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker of inappropriate sexual behavior, the Baltimore Banner reported Friday. The news website cited three women who participated in the inquiry. The Banner has reported accusations from 16 massage therapists from eight Baltimore-area spas and wellness centers. The NFL previously said it would look into the matter. Tucker said after the initial allegations emerged that he has never received any complaints from a massage therapist or been told he was not welcome at a spa or other place of business. NFL investigators have been interviewing massage…
Also: Cheer efforts | Imperiling government | Faulty comparison | Sign on ineptitude | Attacking humanity. Mercury News reader letters to the editor for Feb. 23, 2025. Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Human cost of Trump’s policies is unknown Americans across the country aren’t fully aware and aren’t seeing coverage of hundreds of demonstrations everywhere, every day, across the nation, in response to the mass firings and U.S. agencies closing around the country, many in Washington, D.C. While Donald Trump and Elon Musk tear down our country and spit at…
A major cryptocurrency exchange says it was the victim of a sophisticated hack that stole about $1.5 billion worth of digital currency, marking one of the biggest online thefts of all time. Bybit said Friday that a routine transfer of Ethereum, one of the most popular cryptocurrencies, between digital wallets was “manipulated” by an attacker who transferred the crypto to an unidentified address. The company sought to reassure customers that their cryptocurrency holdings with the exchange were safe. The company added that news of the hack had led to a surge in withdrawal requests and there could be delays in…
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan has agreed to a multiyear contract extension for Dusty May, who this season became the first basketball coach in school history to win his first 13 home games. The school announced the move on Friday, two hours before tipping off against rival Michigan State. “His commitment to this university and the success of the men’s basketball program has far exceeded our expectations and makes us all excited for what the future holds,” athletic director Warde Manuel said. May, a Bob Knight protege, made it clear he is happy with the 12th-ranked Wolverines and had no…
A woman used online dating apps to lure at least four older men to meet her in person, then drugged them with sedatives and stole hundreds of thousands of dollars in a “sinister” romance scheme, FBI officials in Las Vegas said Friday. Three of the men died, authorities said, and she has been charged in one of their deaths. Aurora Phelps, 43, who is in custody in Mexico, faces 21 counts including wire fraud, identity theft and one count of kidnapping resulting in death, Sue Fahami, the acting United States attorney for the District of Nevada, said at a news…
A woman has been charged with more than 100 counts of stealing around $1.6 million while she was employed at a Port Kennedy business. A woman has been charged with more than 100 counts of stealing around $1.6 million while she was employed at a Port Kennedy business. By Sarah Brookes February 22, 2025 — 7.56am Financial Crimes Squad detectives have travelled to the United Kingdom to extradite a 62-year-old woman who has been charged with 103 offences, following an extensive investigation into a series of stealing offences. During the time of the offending, the accused was employed in an…
The leaders of SEIU Local 1021 said they plan to return to the bargaining table Monday, but suggested that future strikes were possible if negotiations did not go as they hoped. Said Muhammed and others take part in a strike outside the Alameda County Superior Courthouse in downtown Oakland, Calif., on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group) Hundreds of court clerks, legal assistants and other staffers returned to their Alameda County courthouses Friday, allowing courtrooms to begin operating as normal after a two-day strike that hobbled the East Bay’s justice system. The leaders of SEIU Local 1021…
WASHINGTON — New FBI Director Kash Patel has told senior officials that he plans to relocate up to 1,000 employees from Washington to field offices around the country and move an additional 500 to a bureau facility in Huntsville, Alabama, according to a person with knowledge of the discussions. The plans were communicated Friday, the same day Patel was sworn in at the White House, and are in keeping with his oft-stated vision of reducing the size of the FBI’s footprint in Washington and having more of a presence in offices in other cities. “Director Patel has made clear his…
Visitors of all ages explored the latest vehicles from 17 different manufacturers, including Toyota, Kia, Porsche, Lexus and Infiniti. Visitors look at a Tesla Cybercab, also known as the Robotaxi, on display during the 2025 Silicon Valley Auto Show at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, Calif., Friday, Feb. 21, 2025. The two-passenger self-driving car is fully autonomous with no steering wheel or pedals. Attendees explored the latest vehicles from 17 manufacturers, the chance for test drives, and a demo of a TOboR Home Dog. The show runs from Friday, Feb. 21, through Sunday, Feb. 23. (Ray Chavez/Bay…
Also: Trump’s line | Enforcing law | Sound alarm | Senators’ silence. East Bay Times reader letters to the editor for Feb. 23, 2025. Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. DOGE ditches efficiency for lawlessness We are having the wrong public conversation about federal government “efficiency” and spending cuts. It’s not about efficiency at all. It’s about lawlessness. I offer the following analogy: If you are concerned about crime in your neighborhood, and you show up at the police station and open your trunk to show them the “suspects” you’ve apprehended, they’re…
Students from top Chinese universities said they have deepened their patriotism and sense of duty after listening to lectures delivered by senior officials about the spirit of the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. Students from top Chinese universities said they have deepened their patriotism and sense of duty after listening to lectures delivered by senior officials about the spirit of the 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China. Students from top Chinese universities said they have deepened their patriotism and sense of duty after listening to lectures delivered by senior officials about the spirit of…
The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an open economy, which has great significance for the world, China’s top publicity official said on Thursday. The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an open economy, which has great significance for the world, China’s top publicity official said on Thursday. The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an…
Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up SenseTime Group, valued at more than $2 billion, is planning an IPO and aims to open a US research and development center as early as next year, its founder told Reuters. Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up SenseTime Group, valued at more than $2 billion, is planning an IPO and aims to open a US research and development center as early as next year, its founder told Reuters. Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) start-up SenseTime Group, valued at more than $2 billion, is planning an IPO and aims to open a US research and development center as early…
The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an open economy, which has great significance for the world, China’s top publicity official said on Thursday. The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an open economy, which has great significance for the world, China’s top publicity official said on Thursday. The 19th National Congress of the Communist Party of China has set the guideline for China’s development and renewed its commitment to an…