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Former Bears running back Tarik Cohen is back in the NFL

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

CHICAGO — After struggling with injuries the past three years, a former Bears draft pick will get the chance to restart his career in the National Football League.That opportunity for Tarik Cohen is going to come in his home state. Per numerous reports, the running back is signing with the Panthers' practice squad on Wednesday as they prepare for their Monday night home opener against the Saints in Charlotte. It will be the first time that Cohen, a Bunn, North Carolina native, has been with a team since the Bears released him in March 2022, when Ryan Poles took over as the Bears' general manager.This is the next step in the NFL comeback for the running back and kick returner who was the fourth round pick of the Bears in the 2017 NFL Draft. Cohen was a first team All-Pro and Pro Bowl punt returner in 2018 and signed a three-year, $17.25 million contract on September 20, 2020. ‘This one hurts’: Bears deal with blowout loss to open 2023 season But the problems started later that wee...

Peso Pluma receives death threats ahead of Tijuana concert, officials say

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) -- The Jalisco cartel purportedly threatened singer Peso Pluma ahead of his performance next month in Tijuana.According to the Los Angeles Times and El Sol De Tijuana, and several news portals, three narcomantas -- threats written on cloth banners -- appeared early Tuesday in Tijuana, where the singer is scheduled to perform on Oct. 14 at Estadio Caliente as part of his "Doble P México Tour." Juarez won’t ban ‘narco-corridos’ at annual city fair The Tijuana newspaper reported that the city of Tijuana is investigating the cartel banners as the mayor and city officials consider canceling the concert out of safety concerns.One of the purported banners, images of which have been posted by Mexican news media and shared widely on social media, warns that if Peso Pluma performs it will be his final show. It is signed CJNG, short for Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion.Peso Pluma, whose real name is Hassan Emilio Kabande Laija, performed on Tuesday during the MT...

Seattle police officer recorded laughing, joking after pedestrian is fatally struck by cop car: 'She had limited value'

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

SEATTLE (AP) — A city watchdog agency is investigating after a body-worn camera captured one Seattle Police Department union leader joking with another following the death of a woman who was struck and killed by a police cruiser as she was crossing a street.Daniel Auderer, who is the vice president of the Seattle Police Officers Guild, responded to the Jan. 23 crash scene where another officer, Kevin Dave, struck and killed Jaahnavi Kandula, 23, in a crosswalk. Dave was driving 74 mph (119 kmh) on the way to an overdose call, and Auderer, a drug recognition expert, was assigned to evaluate whether Dave was impaired, The Seattle Times reported.Afterward, Auderer left his body-worn camera on as he called guild President Mike Solan to report what happened. In a recording released by the police department Monday, Auderer laughs and suggests that Kandula’s life had “limited value” and the city should “just write a check.”“Eleven thousand dollars. She was 26 anyway,” Auderer said, inaccur...

Dr. Murphy talks updated COVID-19 vaccines

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

Dr. Robert Murphy is a professor of infectious disease at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine and is the executive director for The Institute for Global Health.Have a question for Dr. Murphy? Please submit any questions by sending a message on Facebook at @NUInstituteforGlobalHealth. You can also submit questions via email at [email protected]. 

Troy coffee shop opens second location in Albany

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Jacob Alejandro, located at 274 River Street in Troy, has opened a second location in Albany. JA. Pequeño is located at 466 Madison Avenue in the former 3Fish Cafe space. Get the latest news, weather, and sports delivered right to your inbox! 3Fish Cafe closed in December 2020. Jacob Alejandro owners Alejandro and Jacob Griffin-Diaz had previously worked there and reached out to see if they could take over the space."Alejandro and I always knew we wanted a second shop," said Jacob. "The space is very special."Jacob describes JA. Pequeño as "a little taste of Jacob Alejandro," serving up "the best of the best." The JA. Pequeño has popular items from Jacob Alejandro including espresso, seasonal and cold brew drinks, as well as baked goods. Off the Beaten Path: Jacob Alejandro There's also a beautiful patio in the back, said Jacob, which makes it feel like you're not in Albany. JA. Pequeño is currently open Thursday through Monday from 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.,...

Vermonter arrested for DWI amid shoplifting investigation

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A West Rutland, Vermont woman was arrested after a shoplifting investigation found she drove to the store intoxicated, according to New York State Police. Bethany Russ, 24, faces several charges. Get the latest news, weather, and sports delivered right to your inbox! On Monday, September 4, troopers responded to the Queensbury Walmart around 2:34 p.m. for reports of a larceny in progress. Police say Russ was seen taking over $300 worth of merchandise from the store without paying for it. Troopers and Walmart loss prevention confronted Russ in the parking lot and were able to secure the stolen items. Amid their investigation, troopers say they observed signs of impairment and determined Russ drove drunk to the store. Essex County resident airlifted to hospital after crash While securing her car, troopers say they found more stolen merchandise worth over $100 from a nearby store. The merchandise was recovered.Charges:Aggravated driving while intoxicat...

Escaped Inmate Danelo Cavalcante captured, PA State Police say

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

CHESTER COUNTY, Pa (WPHL) -- The murderer who escaped from the Chester County Prison two weeks ago has now been captured. According to Pennsylvania State Police and reports from various sources, Danelo Cavalcante has been captured. Get the latest news, weather, and sports delivered right to your inbox! At 8:25 a.m. Pennsylvania State Police tweeted a statement saying Danelo Cavalcante was no longer on the loose. Police have scheduled a 9:30 a.m. press conference where details about Cavalcante's capture are expected to be released. Cavalcante was on the run for two weeks successfully evading PA State Police, FBI, U.S. Marshalls and hundreds of officers daily. As of Tuesday, police said 34-year-old Danelo Cavalcante was last spotted near the area of Ridge Road, Coventry Road, and Daisy Point Road in South Coventry Township. At 6:22 a.m. on Tuesday morning, Pennsylvania State Police sent out a 9-1-1 phone alert stating that the the Owen J Roberts School District will be closed toda...

Denver weather: Slight storm chances for Wednesday afternoon

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

Wednesday will be another warmer day in Denver, with some slight storm chances in the afternoon.The day will start mostly sunny and humid, then around 2 p.m. or 3 p.m., a 20% chance of showers is possible. After 3 p.m., there will be a chance of thunderstorms as well.Related ArticlesWeather | Denver weather: Warmer, dry day ahead Weather | Wet, cooler start to summer helped reduce air pollution across Colorado’s Front Range Weather | Rockies blow ninth-inning lead in series opener to Cubs as home plate umpire leaves game Weather | Dusting of snow on high peaks a reminder that skiing may be only a month away Weather | Is Denver in a “false fall”? Scattered showers and a few thunderstorms will develop over the mountains this afternoon and evening hours. Mainly dry on the plains with high temperatures around 80 degrees. #cowx pic.twitter.com/lCwTD1gf5x— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) Sep...

Sales of new DMV-issued state park passes reach $30 million

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

More than 70% of Colorado motorists who registered or re-registered their vehicles over the past eight months opted out of a new program that allowed them to buy a state parks pass for $29.Still, as of Sunday, Sept. 10, more than a million Keep Colorado Wild passes had been sold through the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles, generating upward of $30 million in revenue for Colorado Parks and Wildlife, which oversees all 42 state parks. The annual goal for the Keep Colorado Wild program, which was implemented in January, is $36 million.For the 29.4% who opted in, they were able to save $51 off the normal price of an annual state parks pass, which cost $80 when purchased directly through Colorado Parks and Wildlife.CPW plans to use the first $32.5 million for park maintenance and development, according to its website. The next $2.5 million will be earmarked to support search and rescue teams, with an additional $1 million for the Colorado Avalanche Information Center.Related A...

Federal Boulevard reopens after crash near I-76

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:23:44 GMT

Federal Boulevard closed just north of Interstate 76 in Adams County for several hours due to a crash.The Adams County Sheriff’s Office reported the closure just after 4 a.m. Northbound Federal closed at Interstate 76, and southbound Federal closed at 60th Avenue.The Colorado Department of Transportation reported the road reopening at 7:24 a.m.#US287 southbound: Roadway reopened to traffic at 60th Avenue. https://t.co/7DVwQaAKU8— Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) (@ColoradoDOT) September 13, 2023The closure is next to the RTD Clear Creek / Federal light rail station.The Adams County Sheriff’s Office recommended drivers find alternate routes if traveling in the area.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Motorcyclist dies after Friday crash in Aurora Crime and Public Safety | Editorial: Growing conflicts around bike lanes are a sign something isn’t working Crime and Public Safety | I-70, U.S. 6 reopen ne...