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Massachusetts budget deal nixes online lottery, greenlights in-state tuition for undocumented students

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:24:57 GMT

A compromise on the state’s fiscal 2024 budget left behind the legalization of online lottery but went ahead with a plan to offer in-state tuition for eligible undocumented students, the House’s chief budget writer told the Herald Sunday night.House Ways and Means Chair Rep. Aaron Michlewitz said Democratic negotiators filed a $56.2 billion budget accord Sunday that also mandates universal public school meals and sets aside $581 million for a future tax relief proposal that is still locked up in closed-door deliberations.Michlewitz said the budget sets aside revenue from a new income surtax known as the “Fair Share Amendment” or “Millionaires Tax” by allocating $523 million for education and $477 million for transportation. That is a change from original proposals from the House and Senate, where funding was divided equally by sector even as the fine details differed.The North End Democrat said the MBTA is in line to receive $205 million of those dollars, with $70 million for statio...

New Jersey-bound Delta flight returns to Boston after passenger threat reported: Massachusetts State Police

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:24:57 GMT

A Delta flight from Boston to Newark returned to Logan International Airport Sunday afternoon after police received a report that a passenger had made threats about the flight, according to Massachusetts State Police.The unidentified male passenger ended up being escorted by troopers off of Delta Airlines Flight 5770 at Logan International Airport.The passenger’s two carry-on bags were searched by members of the Mass State Police Bomb Squad and explosive ordinance detection dogs. They did not find any weapons, and the passenger did not have any checked luggage.After the passenger was escorted off and his bags were cleared, the airplane departed again for Newark.“Delta Airlines Flight 5770, Boston to Newark, returned to Logan Airport this afternoon after an anonymous third part caller reported to a New Jersey police agency that a passenger aboard the plane had allegedly made threats related to the safety of the flight,” a State Police spokesperson said in a statemen...

Police to begin enforcement of homeless encampment ban on Monday

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:24:57 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Enforcement of the City of San Diego's homeless encampment ban is set to begin on Monday after the "Unsafe Camping Ordinance" went into effect over the weekend.The ordinance, which was passed by the City Council last month, bars unhoused residents from camping throughout the city if shelter beds are available. It also prohibits encampments in certain areas at all times, including parks, canyons and the space within two city blocks of schools, transit centers and homeless services centers.New signs that read "no camping" have been put up over the last few weeks in certain sites impacted by the ban throughout the city, such as Balboa Park. "It is unsafe, inhumane and unhealthy," said City Councilmember Stephen Whitburn, who spearheaded the ordinance with Mayor Todd Gloria. "Enforcement is going to priorities areas around schools and in many of our public parks."The ordinance went into effect on Saturday, roughly 30 days after the city's first safe camping site opened for ...

Deceased mother who stabbed her three children in Pompey identified by authorities

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:24:57 GMT

UPDATE 7-30-23 at 6:45 p.m. -- Two of the three children stabbed by their mother are now out of the hospital, according to Thomas Newton, a public information officer for the Onondaga County Sherriff's Office. The third child who was in critical condition is now in good condition. The Sheriff's Office also identified the mother as Joan Stearns, age 58. Correction (July 28, 1:11 p.m.): This article previously stated three sisters were stabbed. There were actually two sisters and a brother stabbed according to the Onondaga County Sheriff's Office.POMPEY, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) -- Two teen sisters and a brother were taken to the hospital via ambulance after being stabbed by their mother this morning in the Town of Pompey.The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office said that after stabbing her three children, the mother shot and killed herself.The call went out for the stabbing at Oran Delphi Road, between Number 2 Road and Hill Street, in Pompey.Onondaga County Sheriff, Toby Shelley says that at lea...

Dodgers hold first Christian Faith and Family Day since 2019

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:24:57 GMT

The Los Angeles Dodgers held their first Christian Faith and Family Day since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic without any problems off the field. Star pitcher Clayton Kershaw announced the event on Twitter back in May, and recently posted a video alongside his wife to tell Dodgers fans of the team’s plans to make the day “bigger and better” than it was before the pandemic.  The festivities included pre- and post-game performances by Christian musician Jeremy Camp, player interviews and chances to win exclusive merchandise. There was also time for several players – including Kershaw – to hold conversations about their faith with fans after the game. Actor Chris Pratt threw the first pitch across home plate to Kershaw.  Sunday night’s event follows the controversial Pride Night festivities that the Dodgers hosted in June, where the team invited, un-invited and then re-invited the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, a non-profit LGBTQ+ advocacy gro...

Exclusive Interview with Veteran Director of Children’s Digital Media, Qi Lin

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:24:57 GMT

The rapid development of digital technology has become one of the major driving forces influencing the growth and welfare of children. Outstanding digital media products not only bring children a joyful childhood but also play a crucial role in their cognitive development.Today, we are honored to have the award-winning veteran director Qi Lin in the field of children’s digital media. She is currently running the Aesthetic Education channel on the national-level 5G new media platform China Media Group Mobile in China. At the same time, she is a doctoral candidate in Journalism and Communication at Nanjing University, a professional member of the Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD), a member of the International Communication Association (ICA), and a member of the Aesthetic Literacy Committee of the China Children’s Cultural and Art Promotion Association. With over a decade of practical experience and theoretical research in the field of children’s media...

Where to Buy Modalert? Best Modafinil Online Pharmacies in 2023

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:24:57 GMT

Modalert, a popular brand of the nootropic drug modafinil, has gained significant recognition for its ability to promote wakefulness and enhance cognitive function. If you’re interested in where to buy Modalert inexpensively, this guide is for you. It discusses the benefits of the drug, its potential side effects, and the legality surrounding its purchase and use. It also covers some reliable modafinil vendors you can bank on to deliver some pills if you reside in the US, Europe, the UK, or Australia.What Is Modalert?Modalert is a generic version of Provigil, the brand name medication by Cephalon. It contains modafinil as its active ingredient and is produced by Sun Pharma, an Indian pharmaceutical company. The drug is classified as a eugeroic, which means it promotes wakefulness and alertness. Its active ingredient has a range of approved and off-label uses. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved it in 1998 for the treatment of narcolepsy and in 2003 for obstructive sle...

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Joc Pederson’s 11th-inning single lifts San Francisco Giants past Boston Red Sox 4-3

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:24:57 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Joc Pederson singled in Patrick Bailey in the 11th inning, and the San Francisco Giants beat Boston 4-3 on Sunday for their first home series win against the Red Sox since 2004.Bailey began the inning at second base. After Casey Schmitt was hit by a pitch from Mauricio Llovera (1-1), Brandon Crawford attempted to sacrifice the runners over. But Boston catcher Connor Wong was unable to field the ball and Crawford reached on an infield single.Pederson then lined a 1-2 sinker from Llovera into right field.It was the second time this season that San Francisco won on a game-ending play with Pederson at the plate. He drew a bases-loaded walk to beat San Diego on June 20.“You definitely want to be aggressive,” Pederson said. “The pressure’s on the pitcher. They’re wanting to throw strikes and not get behind in the count. That definitely plays into it.”Wilmer Flores and Luis Matos each had two hits for San Francisco (58-48), which is on top of the NL wild-card standings...

Angels acquire C.J. Cron, Randal Grichuk in trade with Colorado for 2 minor leaguers

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:24:57 GMT

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — The Los Angeles Angels have reacquired slugger C.J. Cron and outfielder Randal Grichuk in a trade with the Colorado Rockies.The Angels sent minor league pitchers Mason Albright and Jake Madden to the Rockies on Sunday in the deal that brought two former Angels first-round draft picks back to the team.The Angels are fighting to end their MLB-worst streaks of seven consecutive losing seasons and eight consecutive non-playoff seasons, but their efforts have been endangered by injuries that have seriously compromised their big league depth.They have a major league-leading 17 players on their injured lists after outfielder Taylor Ward joined the group Sunday before their extra-inning victory in Toronto. Ward was moved to the 60-day injured list later in the day, effectively ending his regular season, with facial fractures after Toronto’s Alek Manoah hit him in the face with a fastball on Saturday.Cron spent his first four major league seasons with Los Angeles...