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Scooter, a Bald Chinese Crested, is crowned World’s Ugliest Dog

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

Scooter’s fluffy ashen mohawk, long ears, wrinkly belly, slack pink tongue and backward hind legs stole the spotlight Friday night as he was named champion of the annual World’s Ugliest Dog Contest.After the hairless Chinese Crested pup emerged at the front of a pack chock full of grotesque challengers, he was proudly hoisted into the air by his owner, Linda Celeste Elmquist, and awarded a $1,500 grand prize.Scooter, who enjoys walks in the park and a stranger’s outstretched hand, was rescued by Saving Animals From Euthanasia (SAFE) shortly after being born with two deformed hind legs in Tucson, Arizona, according to his biography.While he can wobble along on his front two paws — often using his butt as a tripod — he was fitted for a new cart about two months ago and attends therapy to aid his mobility. Scooter’s journey from death’s doorstep to global stardom via the Sonoma-Marin Fair affirms his owner’s claims that he is “not only surviving but thriving.”“His handicap ...

Kerman women believed to be victims of a homicide are ID’d by Fresno County coroner

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

Two women who were found dead under suspicious circumstances two days earlier in Kerman were identified Saturday afternoon by the Fresno County Coroner’s Office.Spokesman Tony Botti reported they were Linda Thrash, 74, and her niece Kandi Pombo, 57, both of Kerman.The bodies of the women were discovered about 6:30 a.m. Thursday when Kerman police went to a condominium at Kearney Boulevard and Del Norte Avenue for a welfare check.No one answered the door, and officers entered the home to find the two roommates dead, Botti reported. Their injuries were consistent with a homicide, and Fresno County sheriff’s detectives were asked to take over the investigation, said Botti, who added that the women were not killed in a random act but it did not appear that they were specifically targeted.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Bay Area man convicted of killing two cops wants you to know he’s not a snitch Crime and Public Safety | Goat herder discovers ...

Concord: Shooting at motel leaves one person injured

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

One person was shot at a motel in Concord early Saturday morning, police said.The shooting happened around 12:20 a.m. in the 1500 block of Concord Avenue.The victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries at a local hospital. No one else was injured, police said.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | 2 killed, 15 hurt after fight at large Michigan street party leads to gunshots Crime and Public Safety | 2 tons of illegal fireworks found in Southern California, with 2 arrested Crime and Public Safety | Tourist panics upon seeing signs to Mexican border and kills her Uber driver, police say Crime and Public Safety | Monterey County man convicted of child sexual assault sentenced to 240 years in prison Crime and Public Safety | 769,000 retired California workers and beneficiaries affected by pension fund hack No arrests have been made in connection to the shooting, and an investigation is ongoing. ...

Jon Singleton signs minor league deal with Astros after release by Brewers

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Houston Astros have signed first baseman Jon Singleton to a minor league contract, three days after he was cut loose by the Milwaukee Brewers.He was assigned to Triple-A Sugar Land on Saturday.“He’s a potential bat that can help us,” Astros manager Dusty Baker said. “Hopefully, he can unmask that talent that he has and at some point in time help us.”The 31-year-old was regarded as one of the top infield prospects while with the Astros organization form 2011-17 after being acquired in a trade with Philadelphia.Singleton played in 114 big-league games with Houston during 2014-15. He appeared in 11 games with the Brewers this season, but has spent the majority of the season with Triple-A Nashville. After being designated for assignment on Wednesday, he chose to become a free agent.Singleton has hit .252 with 169 home runs, 645 RBIs and an .828 OPS in 1,064 minor league games.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsSource

Blue Jays put RHP Cimber on 15-day IL with shoulder impingement, recall RHP Francis

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

TORONTO (AP) — The Toronto Blue Jays put right-hander Adam Cimber on the 15-day injured list Saturday because of a right shoulder impingement and recalled right-hander Bowden Francis from Triple-A Buffalo.Cimber is 0-2 with a 7.40 ERA and one save in two chances in 22 games this season. The six-year veteran also has pitched for San Diego, Cleveland, and Miami.Cimber missed 26 games in April and May because of a strained right rhomboid. He has a 10.12 ERA in 11 games since returning May 23.Francis debuted with Toronto last season and has no record and a 3.68 ERA in three appearances this season. He went 0-2 with a 3.45 ERA in four starts at Triple-A.___AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/mlb and https://twitter.com/AP_SportsSource

El descarrilamiento de un tren en el puente de Montana envía varios vagones al río Yellowstone

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

(CNN) — El descarrilamiento de un tren en Montana causó el colapso de un puente sobre el río Yellowstone y envió varios vagones al agua, informaron el sábado funcionarios del condado de Stillwater.El descarrilamiento ocurrió alrededor de las 6 a.m. Varios vagones cisterna resultaron dañados y tienen fugas de “productos de petróleo”, según los Servicios de Emergencia y Desastres del Condado de Yellowstone.Los vagones del tren Montana Rail Link descarrilados incluían “varios vagones de materiales peligrosos”, informó la compañía ferroviaria regional en un comunicado.La tripulación del tren está a salvo y no se reportan heridos, según el comunicado.“La seguridad de nuestros empleados y del público sigue siendo nuestra máxima prioridad. Estamos comprometidos a abordar cualquier impacto potencial en el área como resultado de este incidente y trabajar para comprender las razones detrás del accidente”, dijo Montana Rail Link.Los funcionarios del condado de Yel...

Search underway for woman reported missing from FLL

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

Authorities seek the public’s help in their search for a woman who was reported missing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.According to the Broward Sheriff’s Office, 67-year-old Monica Roberts was last seen near 300 Terminal Drive at around 10 p.m. on Friday.Roberts stands 5 feet, 2 inches tall, weighs around 130 pounds, and has salt and pepper hair and brown eyes.She was wearing a blue jacket with white stripes, blue jeans and red shoes at the time of her disappearance.Roberts’ family told detectives that she suffers from memory loss.Officials urge anyone with information on her whereabouts to contact BSO Detective Chris Blankenship at 954-321-4268 or the BSO non-emergency number 954-764- HELP (4357).

Teens treated to JCPenney shopping spree as part of BSO’s LEAD summer program

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

A group of teens were treated to a special spree by the Broward Sheriff’s Office.7News captured the teens as they shopped for clothes at the JCPenney at the Broward Mall in Plantation, Saturday.The teens, who are part of BSO’s eight week summer program, each received $50 dollars to spend on nice clothes to wear to their graduation from the program, called Learning, Education and Development, or LEAD.The teens expressed gratitude for the opportunity.“This today is a great opportunity for me, because I know a lot of students, a lot of kids don’t have the opportunity to afford some clothes,” said Chasity Roker, “so this a really great opportunity for some students that can’t really get it and that really don’t have the money for it.”“I feel very grateful for this opportunity I have,” said Daniel Aceituno.An organization partnered with BSO to donate the money for Saturday’s shopping spree.

18-year-old facing attempted murder charge after allegedly stabbing 3 teens in Middleboro

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

An 18-year-old was arrested after allegedly stabbing three teenagers in Middleboro early Saturday morning.Jayden Wainwright was charged with attempted murder and three counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, Middleborough police announced.Around 12:05 a.m. Saturday, police responded to the area of the power lines on Wall Street and found two 19-year-olds with stab wounds. One, with multiple stab wounds in his torso, was taken to Boston Medical Center in critical condition. The second victim, with stab wounds to his leg, was transported to St. Luke’s in New Bedford.The third victim is a 15-year-old boy who was taken to the hospital independently.Wainwright is currently in custody and will face arraignment Monday.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

Mattapoisett firefighters repair damaged memorial after rollover crash

Published Wed, 19 Feb 2025 01:12:30 GMT

Mattapoisett firefighters went above and beyond to repair a memorial that was damaged in a rollover crash.Crews responding to a reported rollover crash with injuries on Route 195 eastbound Friday morning noticed the longtime memorial had been damaged in the crash.Images shared on social media showed the firefighters recovering the broken pieces of the memorial and putting it back in place.In a note on the post, firefighters wrote, “Please note that this act of kindness was not going to be posted, but due to the amount of distracted drivers filming us this morning working on the roadside, we didn’t want the family to see one of the videos with us carrying away their memorial in pieces but to know that we brought it back all fixed up.”