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Party vote provides slight relief for Germany’s troubled coalition

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

BERLIN — The rulers of Germany’s fractious three-party coalition government can breathe a small sigh of relief.In an internal party referendum, some 52 percent of members of the fiscally conservative Free Democratic Party (FDP) supported remaining in the ruling coalition, relieving some of the pressure on the FDP’s leadership to withdraw from the alliance amid widespread dissatisfaction with the government’s performance.The result of the vote, announced on Monday, should dampen speculation that FDP leaders will abandon the coalition to revive the party’s popularity among its voter base. Polls show the FDP at around 5 percent support, far below the 11.5 percent the party won at the last federal election in 2021, and leaving it in peril of being booted from the legislature in the next election. Parties need to win at least 5 percent to enter Germany’s parliament.The FDP, led by Finance Minister Christian Lindner, entered the coalition with two center-left parties — the Soc...

‘Homicide by gunshot’: Authorities release initial autopsy results in Dover shooting that left 3 family members dead

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

Preliminary autopsy results have been released as authorities continue to investigate the shooting deaths of three family members found at a home in Dover last week.The Norfolk District Attorney’s Office announced the initial results Tuesday morning as police continue to investigate the deaths of Rakesh and Teena Kamal and their teenage daughter, Arianna.The DA’s office previously stated the three were found dead on Thursday, Dec. 28, after a family member of the victims stopped by to check in on them at their home on Wilson’s Way.Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey said investigators believed the shooting was part of a “deadly incident of domestic violence,” and that there was no ongoing danger to the Dover community.On Tuesday, Morrissey’s office said that preliminary results showed that both Teena Kamal, 54, and her daughter Arianna, 18, were victims of “homicide by gunshot.”“Rakesh Kamal, 57, their husband and father respectively...

Suspects under arrest in assault on state troopers in Dedham identified

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

Police arrested three people in Dedham Monday after a routine traffic stop escalated in Boston, resulting in a close call for two state police troopers.Police said the troopers initiated the traffic stop and were trying to speak to the driver when he sped off. Though the troopers were struck, both escaped serious injury.State troopers quickly got three men in handcuffs, swarming the area around a Holiday Inn in Dedham as they did so.Tylique K. Ortiz-Howard, 25, of Brockton, was charged with Assault and Battery on a Police Officer, Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, Failure to Stop for Police, Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Number Plate Violation, Window Obstruction Violation, Possession of a Class E Narcotic, Marked Lanes Violation, and Driving without License in Possession.According to authorities, when Ortiz-Howard was placed in a cell troopers recovered a pink pill that he had attempted to flush down the toilet.Tristian D. Howard, 21, of Brockton, was charged w...

Suspect arrested in New Years Day Dorchester shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

Boston Police arrested a suspect in connection with one of two shootings in Dorchester on the first day of the year.Avante Young-Dabney, 19, of Dorchester, was arrested and charged with unlawful possession of a firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, assault and battery by means of a dangerous weapon, discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a dwelling, and armed assault with intent to murder.Boston Police said officers were first called to the scene near the corner of Washington Street and Normandy Street shortly before 9 p.m. Monday following report of a person shot.Authorities arrived and found a juvenile female suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.Witnesses told officers that a suspect fled towards an apartment on Castlegate Road. After multiple attempts to have the individuals inside open the door, three individuals emerged, one of whom was determined to be the shooting suspect, identified as Young...

Bill Belichick cites ‘moving parts’ on why Patriots didn’t pursue Lamar Jackson

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

The Patriots have twice had the ability to either add or pursue quarterback and 2023 MVP favorite Lamar Jackson and have passed in both instances.The Patriots could have selected Jackson in the 2018 NFL Draft but instead picked offensive tackle Isaiah Wynn and running back Sony Michel. This offseason, the Ravens slapped the non-exclusive franchise tag on Jackson, allowing other teams to negotiate with their quarterback. The Patriots, nor any other team, ever signed him to an offer sheet, so he returned to the Ravens on a five-year, $260 million contract.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Bill Belichick too committed to current Patriots to address 2024 NFL Draft pick New England Patriots | Patriots-Bills film review: Bill Belichick’s latest loss a microcosm of lost season New England Patriots | Bill Belichick compares rookie’s interception to play All-Pro made vs. Patriots New England Patriots | Bill Belichick...

Power outage leaves thousands without lights in North County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

SAN DIEGO — Over 11,000 North County San Diego Gas & Electric customers lost electricity Tuesday morning due to a power outage in the area. The cause of has not been determined.The outage started around 7:40 a.m., according to SDG&E's outage map. As many as 11,556 customers in Rancho Penasquitos, Rancho Bernardo and San Pasqual were impacted.SDG&E estimates that power will be restored for all customers in the area around 10:30 a.m.FOX 5 has reached out to the utility company for more information and is awaiting response. No additional details about the outage were immediately available.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

New year, new minimum wage in San Diego with another pay boost coming

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- With the new year, comes a new pay raise for the City of San Diego's lowest paid employees. But this year comes with a twist. Beginning Monday, Jan. 1, the hourly minimum wage increases by 55 cents to $16.85. The rest of the county is at $16. Later on in the year, come April, a bigger boost is on the horizon for California's hourly fast-food employees to $20 an hour. “You’re all for your staff to make more money, you know, it’s kind of a win-win relationship," shared Knotty Barrel Gastropub owner James Thorp out of Rancho Penasquitos. Thorp runs the joint and now has to pay his hourly employees $16.85. “It definitely giving a little bit more of a struggle," Thorp went on to say. While the 55-cent increase may seem minimal, it all comes with a cost down the road. San Diego lowriders show out as cruising ban officially lifted "Margins get really low, a lot of businesses go in the red and you see a lot of businesses kind of shut down because they can’t afford a new hour...

Man injured after shot in the back in Little Italy

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

SAN DIEGO — A man was shot in the back early Tuesday morning in Little Italy, according to San Diego police.Around 2:30 a.m., SDPD received a report of the shooting near the intersection of W Grape Street and W State Street.Upon arrival at the scene, officers found the victim awake and breathing. According to SDPD, he was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of his injuries, which are not considered to be life-threatening. One injured after stabbing in Gaslamp Quarter The suspect is believed to have fled the scene. No description has been gathered by authorities.The circumstances that led to the shooting are under investigation. SDPD told FOX 5 that investigators believed this incident could have stemmed from another one a few weeks ago, although it remains unclear at this time.Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact SDPD or to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.

Tow truck driver killed in SR-125 crash identified

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

Editor's Note: This story has been updated to reflect that authorities are not investigating the crash as a hit-and-run incident.SPRING VALLEY, Calif. -- An on-duty tow truck driver who was killed in a crash on New Year's Eve on state Route 125 has been identified, local medical officials said. Dale Alan Pumphery, 63, of El Cajon, was announced as the deceased, the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office said on its website.The crash occurred around 8 p.m. on SR-125 and Jamacha Blvd. in Spring Valley, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). San Diego lowriders show out as cruising ban officially lifted Pumphery was in the roadway removing a vehicle that was stranded on southbound SR-125, when a Prius sedan struck him as he partially entered the No. 4 lane while moving to the driver's side of the tow truck, according to authorities.First responders attempted lifesaving measures on Pumphery, but he was later pronounced dead. The driver of the Prius did not sustain any ...

At least 9 people injured after Mississauga Transit bus crashes into ditch

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:37:51 GMT

At least nine passengers have been injured after a Mississauga Transit bus crashed into a ditch Tuesday morning. Toronto police say the crash occurred at Highway 27 and Dixon Road just after 11 a.m. Nine people have so far been transported to hospital, one with serious injuries and eight with minor injuries. Other passengers are still being assessed on the scene.The northbound Highway 27 is closed at Eglinton and southbound Highway 27 is closed at Dixon. No further details about what caused the crash have been released.