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Art History teacher can proceed with religious discrimination lawsuit against Hamline University

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

A U.S. District Judge has ruled that an art history teacher who showed paintings of the Prophet Mohammed in class can proceed with a lawsuit claiming that Hamline University discriminated against her on the basis of religion.However, other claims brought by Erika López Prater of emotional distress, retaliation and defamation were dismissed in the order by U.S. District Judge Katherine Menendez in St. Paul.An attorney representing Hamline, Mark Berhow of Hinshaw & Culbertson, released a statement Monday night in response to the decision:“We are encouraged that the Court dismissed Plaintiff’s claims for reprisal, defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and retaliation in response to our motion and, as the case progresses, look forward to demonstrating that the sole remaining claim is also without merit.”Attorneys for López Prater could not be reached Monday night.Reverent paintings, student offendedAfter being hired to teach a class on world art, Lópe...

Police investigating after NJ man dies hiking in Lanesville

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

LANESVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A New Jersey man died while hiking on the Diamond Notch Trail in the Hunter-West Kill Wilderness. Now, New York State Police are leading the investigating into the death of the as-yet-unidentified man who collapsed after suffering breathing issues and chest discomfort. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) said that the incident took place on Saturday around 8:50 a.m. People hiking with the man started performing CPR while another called 911. Two EMTs nearby began helping, but CPR ultimately failed.Rangers and other first responders brought the man to the trailhead to turn the body over to the coroner. DEC said that responding rangers were cleared from the area by 1 p.m.

Discolored water 'not a threat' in Glens Falls

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Over the weekend, the city of Glens Falls saw water turning the wrong color. On Tuesday, city staff said improvements had been reported in places where discolored water was being found as early as the afternoon of Saturday, Sept. 16. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Discolored water can come from water systems under high stress. The city Water and Sewer Department says that discolored water poses no threat to human health, and results from mineral deposits discoloring water as the flow intensifies.This week, the city is cracking the pavement open along downtown Glen Street to handle a sewer main break. The city says that the break is unrelated to the discolored water, and the contents of the sewer system are not a threat to the city's potable water. German restaurant opening on Route 9 in Queensbury Anyone who experiences discolored water can reach out to the Water and Sewer Department hotline at (...

Kids can learn about the monarch butterfly at Camp Saratoga

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

WILTON, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park is hosting a monarch butterfly-themed Preschool Discovery program on Thursday, September 21. The program begins at 10:30 a.m. at Camp Saratoga. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Participants will join an environmental educator for a brief nature walk and learn about the life cycles of monarch butterflies. After the outdoor stroll, participants can create butterfly nature crafts.The Preschool Discovery program runs monthly and is suited for children ages three to six years. Participants should come dressed for the weather. Adults are expected to attend with their children.Registration is required at least 24 hours before the program. For more information, contact the Wilton Wildlife Office at (518) 450-0321 or via email at [email protected]. 

'Songs of White Lion' to play in Glens Falls

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

GLENS FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) - Whether you feel like a "Little Fighter" or a "Lady of the Valley," an upcoming show at Cool Insuring Arena in Glens Falls has something for you. Mike Tramp, the lead singer of 1980s hair band White Lion, comes to the city this October. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On Sunday, Oct. 8, Tramp's "Songs of White Lion" tour comes to Heritage Hall inside Cool Insuring Arena. Joined by a full band, Tramp will hit on some of White Lion's iconic numbers, including "When the Children Cry," "Wait," and "Radar Love."Acoustic/electric duo Kelly & Son opens the show on Oct. 8, starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are priced between $30 and $45 depending on seating choice, on sale online or by calling the box office at (518) 798-0366. The show takes place inside the recently renovated Heritage Hall, an event space located downstairs inside the arena.White Lion was co-founded by Tramp in 1983, and released four albums ...

'I love this city' - Wainwright thanks St. Louis fans, family after 200th win

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Adam Wainwright cruised to his 200th career win behind seven shutout innings Monday, becoming just the third pitcher in St. Louis Cardinals history to win 200 games with the team. The energy at Busch Stadium is as close as the Cardinals will get to postseason vibes this season. Tens of thousands erupted in celebration at Busch Stadium as the Cardinals preserved a 1-0 lead over the NL-leading Milwaukee Brewers to secure Wainwright's milestone win. And the night proved quite an emotional moment for Wainwright too, who shared hugs in the dugout and on the field, gave a speech on the field, and enjoyed a clubhouse celebration in epic fashion. 200 WINS! Adam Wainwright caps career with long-awaited milestone Wainwright, in a one-on-one chat with Mike Claiborne following the game, thanked the crowd and his family for helping him grind through a tough final season to reach 200 wins. "I love this city. I love being a St. Louis Cardinal, and I love that I got to play my whole ...

Lake St. Louis man spotted on casino cam after father's death

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

LAKE ST. LOUIS, Mo. -- Police are investigating the death of a 72-year-old man found dead at a home on Rue Grand Drive Thursday afternoon. Joseph Liszewski is facing a first degree murder charge in connection to the incident. He is being held on a $1 million cash-only bond.Court documents state that a woman called 911 to tell police that something terrible had happened at the home. She received distressing text messages from Liszewski. When she went to check on him, she saw blood and guns all over the place. Liszewski told her that the victim stepped on a gun, and was just sleeping.Liszewski told officers that "My dad hurt himself" when they arrived at the home. They found the victim in a bedroom. He had a gunshot wound to the left side of his face. There was blood on the bed and all around the bedroom. He was covered in a comforter, with a bloody pillow over his face. New York company moving headquarters to St. Louis Police placed Liszewski under arrest. He admitted several confl...

Man admits to shooting, robbing manager at Denny's in south St. Louis County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A man admitted to shooting and robbing his manager during an encounter last year at a Denny's in south St. Louis County. Jeremy Critten, 21, pleaded guilty to felonies of first-degree assault and first-degree robbery during court proceedings Monday. The robbery happened on Sept. 3, 2022 at Denny's in the 6400 block of S. Lindbergh Blvd. According to court documents obtained by FOX 2, Critten shot his manager and held him at gunpoint while he stole his phone and tried to steal from the restaurant's safe. Police reviewed surveillance video from the incident, leading to Critten's court confession. New York company moving headquarters to St. Louis "It's good that we held this individual accountable for these incredibly dangerous and reckless actions. Hopefully this plea provides the victim in this case some much-needed closure," said St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell.This is considered a blind plea, so St. Louis County prosecutors have not yet ...

MoDOT wants to enhance Amtrak service between St. Louis and Kansas City

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Missouri travelers could someday see more passenger rail options, including routes to St. Joseph and Springfield. The Missouri Department of Transportation has submitted four applications to the Federal Railroad Administration's Corridor ID program. The state is requesting $500,000 in federal funding to study future Amtrak passenger rail lines. MoDOT plans changes, closures at over 50 Missouri railroad crossings In a 2022 letter to the FRA, MoDOT identified four corridors, including the existing Missouri River Runner line and three potential lines. The state would like to improve the existing Amtrak route from Kansas City to St. Louis by adding another daily round trip and new stops. The Missouri River Runner already has two daily round trips and eight stops. MoDOT is also interested in creating new Amtrak routes from Kansas City to Springfield/Branson and from Kansas City to St. Joseph. The agency said both these areas are not currently served by Amtrak. In s...

Opinion: I’m a Denver YIMBY because I want the American Dream my parents built

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:51:52 GMT

When my parents moved to Chicago from India four decades ago, they had little money but arrived with a good education. After years of a lean but comfortable life, they were able to do well for themselves. They worked hard, bought a home, and raised a family. They achieved the American Dream.But today, even though I have degrees in political science and law and make a good living, buying a home like the one I grew up in is impossibly expensive in Denver – for me and many others of my generation.We can’t let the American Dream die. To bring it back, we must solve Colorado’s devastating housing shortage. We need to make housing abundant, affordable and equitable for all.Even though my parents didn’t have much money, they were able to buy their first home when they were in their early 30s.Like many Indian parents, when my brother and I were born, they wanted us to become medical doctors. Although I went into finance, they were overjoyed when my brother earned a medical degree from Case ...