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McCarthy says House will press ahead with TikTok bill after CEO's testimony

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

(The Hill) Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) said that the House will move forward with a proposed TikTok ban bill after the social media platform's CEO Shou Zi Chew testified before Congress on Thursday. “It's very concerning that the CEO of TikTok can't be honest and admit what we already know to be true—China has access to TikTok user data,” McCarthy wrote in a tweet on Sunday. “The House will be moving forward with legislation to protect Americans from the technological tentacles of the Chinese Communist Party.” Utah governor: New social media legislation not expected to be ‘foolproof’ Several lawmakers in recent months have introduced legislation that would prohibit the downloading and use of TikTok nationally in the U.S. McCarthy said that he would support a nationwide ban on TikTok, noting there’s already a “bipartisan concern” with lawmakers on security risks the social media platform brings. “I think you see a bipartisan concern here with what's happening o...

TxDOT requests feedback on statewide 2050 transportation plan

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — As the Texas Department of Transportation works toward finalizing its long-ranging transportation plan, it's hosting virtual and in-person forums this spring to collect community feedback.Connecting Texas 2050 is the state agency's update to its long-range transportation plan. TxDOT is collecting feedback "to help establish the vision, objectives, performance measures and strategic recommendations for the state's transportation system through 2050 for all modes," per a news release.A statewide virtual public meeting will be hosted online and in-person through May 31.To submit a comment, Texans can share it online, via email at [email protected] or by mailing it to the following address:TxDOT TPP Connecting Texas 2050, Statewide Planning Branch ManagerP.O. Box 149217Austin, TX 78714-9217Commenters can also share their thoughts in person at the physical open houses. Any comments postmarked by May 31 will be incorporated into the community engagement summary...

Wild are finally alone in first place. Can they actually win the Central Division?

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

The last time the Wild sat alone atop the Central Division, the pandemic was still roaring worldwide, Kirill Kaprizov hadn’t fully established himself as an NHL superstar, and Matt Boldy was still in the minors. Needless to say, a lot has changed since Dec. 28, 2021.No longer are the Wild operating on that timeline, however, after finally chasing down the Dallas Stars for first place. Though they have been jockeying for position seemingly on a nightly basis over the past couple of weeks, the Wild woke up on Sunday morning alone in first place.Can they actually win the Central Division? This week will go a long way in determining that as the Wild play the Seattle Kraken, Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights. All are near-locks to be playoff teams.“It’s a good time just coming down the stretch here,” Ryan Reaves said of the tough games ahead. “We’re going to jump right into the playoffs three days after the regular season ends. You want to be...

Commercial vehicles catch fire at St. Charles Coca-Coca plant

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

ST. CHARLES, Mo. - Thick smoke could be seen billowing from the Coca-Cola plant in St. Charles, after several commercial vehicles caught fire at the bottling factory.It's unclear when the fire started, and if any part of the plant itself has been damaged. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Breaking News SIGN UP NOW According to Deputy Chief Steve Brown, St. Charles Fire Department, about 10 trucks caught fire, seven of which were destroyed. The fire was put out just before 4 p.m.This is a developing news story. FOX 2 will have more information here as it becomes available, and on our news broadcasts this evening.

Disney releases new details on Cotino — planned neighborhood in Coachella Valley

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

Disney is drawing on inspiration from its abundance of intellectual properties as it builds a planned neighborhood in Riverside County.The community, named Cotino, is located in Rancho Mirage, about 11 miles southeast of Palm Springs.Storyliving by Disney, the business venture launched by the entertainment conglomerate to explore the creation of Disney-branded communities across the country, released new details about Cotino on Friday, including the vast amenities future residents can expect to experience if they decide to make the neighborhood their home.Residents in the planned community who purchase a membership through the company's "Artisan Club," will have access to several Disney and Pixar-inspired offerings, including a gathering place and party venue styled after the home of the Parr family — the secret identities of the titular family from the "Incredibles" franchise."The main entertaining room will take inspiration from the movie and will feature a towering indoor/outdoor...

San Diego State muscles past Creighton, makes 1st Final Four

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

Darrion Trammell converted a go-ahead free throw after he was fouled on a floater with 1.2 seconds left, and San Diego State muscled its way into its first Final Four, grinding out a 57-56 victory over Creighton on Sunday in the NCAA Tournament's South Region final.Lamont Butler scored 18 points and Trammell had 12 for the fifth-seeded Aztecs (31-6), who slowed down the high-scoring, sixth-seeded Bluejays (24-13) and became the first Mountain West Conference team to reach the national semifinals.The experienced Aztecs, in their sixth season under coach Brian Dutcher, will play the surprising East Region champion, ninth-seeded Florida Atlantic, on Saturday in Houston for a spot in the national title game.With the game tied at 56-all on San Diego State’s final possession, Trammell drove toward the free-throw line, elevated for the shot and was fouled by Creighton’s Ryan Nembhard. Trammell missed the first free throw but converted the second.“I’ve been dreaming this my whole life, grat...

Suspect arrested after two Antioch eyeglass store burglaries

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

ANTIOCH, Calif. (KRON) -- A suspect was arrested after two optometry businesses were burglarized on Friday night, according to the Antioch Police Department. Shots fired as deputies respond to barricaded suspect in Gilroy Garret Louie Optometry and Eye to Eye Optometry were both burglarized, according to police. In each of the burglaries, the suspect shattered the windows to enter. The suspect then filled bags up with glasses before fleeing the scene, police said. (Photos courtesy of Antioch Police Department)Police added extra watches around optometrist offices in the city, including Diablo Valley Optometric Group. As police were watching the business, the same suspect arrived and shattered a window, according to police. As he was inside, officers attempted to contact him, and he fled the scene, police said. KRON On is streaming now.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-conta...

Search underway for man who went missing near Elliott Key

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

Police seek the public’s help in their search for a man who was reported missing near Elliott Key.According to Miami-Dade Police, 51-year-old Harvin Woods was last seen at the sandbar of Homestead Bayfront Park, located at 9698 SW 328th St., at around 6 p.m., Saturday.Woods stands 6 feet, 1 inch tall, weighs around 205 pounds, and has black hair and brown eyes. He sports a beard.He was last seen wearing a gray long-sleeve shirt and blue shorts.Officials urge anyone with information on Woods’ whereabouts to cal MDPD Detective M. Ritch Jr., or any on-duty detective of MDPD’s Special Victims Unit, at 305-715-3300 or Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS (8477).

Delta passenger opens door, deploys emergency exit slide on plane at LAX

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

(CNN) — A Delta Air Lines passenger was arrested after opening one of the plane’s doors and sliding down an emergency exit slide as the plane prepared for takeoff from Los Angeles to Seattle Saturday, officials said.The incident on Delta Flight 1714 took place around 10:40 a.m. local time, while the plane was stationary at the Los Angeles International Airport, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.The plane, a Boeing 737, was on the runway holding to taxi for takeoff when the passenger exited the aircraft after activating the emergency exit slide, the FAA said.The passenger was initially detained by Delta staff before being arrested by local law enforcement, the statement read.“Customers are being reaccommodated on a new aircraft and we apologize for the inconvenience and delay in their travel plans,” the FAA said.The FAA is investigating the incident. CNN has reached out to Delta and Los Angeles airport police for additional information.

Fire officials investigating Dennis blaze that left 2 dead

Published Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:13:42 GMT

Fire officials are investigating a fire in Dennis on Sunday morning that left two people dead, officials said. Crews responding to a reported fire on Niblick Road around 7 a.m. found smoke showing from the two-story duplex, according to a statement issued by Dennis Fire Chief Robert Brown, Dennis Police Chief John Brady, State Fire Marshal Peter Ostroskey, and Cape & Islands District Attorney Robert Galibois. After extinguishing the flames, firefighters located two adult occupants, a man and a woman, inside. They were taken to Cape Cod Hospital, where they succumbed to their injuries. Their names have not been released.A dog also died in the fire. The cause of the remains under investigation.In a statement, Dennis Fire Chief Robert Brown said, “It’s too early to say how the fire started, but we know there were no working smoke alarms in the unit where it began. Please check your smoke alarms today to be sure they’re working properly on every level of your home.”This is a d...