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Santa Rosa woman arrested after allegedly ramming police car

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

(KRON) -- A Santa Rosa woman was arrested early Sunday morning after she rammed a police car with a stolen truck, the Santa Rosa Police Department said. Nobody was injured in the crash. An SRPD officer attempted to stop the truck at about 3:55 a.m. after seeing it "swerving and driving at inconsistent speeds" in the area of Marlow Road and Piner Road, police said. The driver sped up from 20 mph to 55 mph in an attempt to get away. Victim in fatal big rig crash on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge identified The driver reportedly turned several times before ending up on Guerneville Road. She slowed down due to a delivery truck in her way, and the officer executed a "PIT maneuver," making intentional contact with the suspect vehicle to stop it. The suspect accelerated away, per police, and then drove into another SRPD car. The officer turned their car to avoid being hit head-on by the truck. After the collision, the suspect surrendered. The driver was identified as Jasmin Colunga, a 37-ye...

Connor Bedard picks up an assist in his NHL debut as the Blackhawks rally past Crosby, Penguins 4-2

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Connor Bedard did not disappoint in his NHL debut.The Chicago Blackhawks rookie picked up an assist and dazzled occasionally with his skating as Chicago rallied past Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2 on Tuesday night.The 18-year-old Bedard, the top pick in the NHL draft, played over 21 minutes, often sharing the ice with Crosby, one of his idols. Bedard registered five of the 35 shots Chicago fired at Tristan Jarry as the Blackhawks began a new era with an impressive victory over the veteran-laden Penguins.Chicago trailed 2-0 when Crosby began his 19th season by scoring his 551st career goal, a shot into an open net off a pass from Jake Guentzel 11:56 into the second period.The Blackhawks roared back behind goals from Ryan Donato — with a secondary assist from Bedard — in the second period. Cole Guttman tied it midway through the third and Jason Dickinson gave Chicago the lead with 4:31 remaining. Nick Foligno’s empty-netter with 1:33 to go sent m...

Do you recognize this truck? It may be connected to a woman's killing

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (KDVR) — Englewood Police are asking for the public's help in finding a truck believed connected to the killing of 41-year-old Suany Melgar Almendarez, who was found dead near South Vallejo Street and West Adriatic Place in Englewood."I just want justice, because she did not deserve this," Suany Karelia Figueroa, Almendarez's daughter, told FOX31 on Tuesday. FOX31 Newsletters: Sign up to get breaking news sent to your inbox Almendarez's body was found on Sept. 11. The incident was ruled a homicide by the Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office, and police said the homicide is believed to have occurred the previous day."Everyone who knew my mom knew what a great person she was," Figueroa said.Photo released of truck in homicide casePolice said a blue Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck is believed to be connected to Almenderez's death. The pickup has the license plate AWJ-C92. "If you have more information, please go talk to police," Figueroa said. Police in Englewood believ...

Members of Denver Jewish community traveling to Israel to help fight

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — As a violent attack continues in Israel, a handful of Coloradans are traveling to the country, some to help fight.Rabbi Menachem Siderson of Aish of the Rockies said seven members of his synagogue have now arrived in Israel. He said some are reservists in the Israeli army, while others are making the trip completely voluntarily.“It was quite surprising to me, actually, to find out the news that we had young men and women that are in our community that just felt the need — one of them called it the raw need — to just pick up and find their way to Israel," Siderson said. "It makes the emotions so much higher, so much more personal, when we know the people in our community who are no longer here because they are there risking their lives to protect the country.” Americans in Nazareth barely cross into Jordan after Hamas attack Siderson said all seven of them are in their 20s and said some are leaving behind families in Colorado to go help.“They have jobs here, th...

Impostor charity scams target Israel donations

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — As the Israel-Hamas war continues to unfold, scammers are setting their sights on those in the United States.Natan Ashkenazi was born and raised in Israel and has lived in the United States for three and a half years. He grew up near the Gaza border, a region marked by the atrocities of war.“It is happening to these kind of communities that I was brought up in,” Ashkenazi told FOX31. Americans in Nazareth barely cross into Jordan after Hamas attack He is working to raise support for his country, family, friends and neighbors back home through the legitimate Swords For Soldiers charity effort but was disheartened to learn of the development of various impostor scams targeting other charities.“They’re trying to intercept funds, and they’re using all these tactics to make it seem like these are valid Israelis asking for donations,” Ashkenazi said.Fake charities can aid terrorist organizationsAshkenazi told FOX31 that some fake charities imply donations will help victi...

Officers investigated in Jor'Dell Richardson's shooting death back on duty

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

AURORA, Colo. (KDVR) -- Three Aurora police officers investigated by the department after the deadly shooting of 14-year-old Jor’Dell Richardson have returned to full duty.According to a release from the Aurora Police Department, Sgt. Stephenson Cary, Officer Roch Gruszeczka and Officer James Snapp were all part of the response to an alleged robbery by a group of juveniles at a convenience store on June 1. Denver announces location for first micro-community One of those allegedly involved in the robbery was Jor'Dell, who was chased by police as he ran away and later shot by Gruszeczka while on the ground.Jor'Dell was carrying what responding officers said they believed was a handgun but was later found to be a pellet gun.Richardson family releases statementAn attorney for Jor'Dell's family released a statement on Tuesday.The Aurora Police Department exonerated its officers in the murders of Naeschylus Carter-Vinzant, Gary Black and Elijah McClain. Three cases our firm handled. Bet...

Man caught on camera searching through cars in West Miami-Dade neighborhood

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

Car crimes in West Miami-dade have residents worried after a surveillance video captured a burglar going in and out of cars at an apartment complex.The prowler was seen at the Enclave by Century Apartments along Third Street and Southwest 87th Avenue.Tenants previously had their mail stolen at the complex by a different thief.“But we didn’t get a good picture of his face, this time we did, so somebody will recognize him,” said one man who kept his face off camera. If you have any information on this crime, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

North Miami Beach community unites to provide aid to Israel war victims

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

Volunteers in North Miami Beach packed, organized and loaded boxes full of supplies onto trucks on Tuesday that will be sent over to Israel immediately. “The community just mobilized itself in a way that is just incredible,” said Rabbi Ariel Yeshurun of Sky Lake Synagogue.Many people there who said they were born in Israel or still had family there, showed up at the aid center wanting to volunteer or bring donations, saying it was the least they could do.“The people coming in with packages, they’re bringing clothes, new stuff, blankets, bringing in batteries, bringing in all kinds of items,” said Avi Narkes, a volunteer. Yeshurun said they sent out a flyer on Monday night, asking for donations and people came together in less than 24 hours.“We are in touch with Israel, with the military, with the government,” said the Rabbi. “And as the needs are there, we will try to supply those needs and fill that void.”If things were differen...

Israel Solidarity Rally held at Holocaust Museum in Miami Beach

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

Large crowds gathered in Miami Beach at the Holocaust Memorial to show their support for Israel. The crowd was large and their hearts were full.It was a rare Tuesday night as the crowd of all ages stood shoulder to shoulder to sing, cry, pray and listen.Their messages were strong and held high as they were displayed near the giant Holocaust memorial hand that represents so much suffering.The most recent suffering is why the Israel Solidarity Rally was held.“I think it’s very important that we as American stand up for democracy here and Israel and anywhere in the world that democracy exists and oppose the forces that would destroy us,” said a supporter. “We are here to support them anyway we can,” said a supporter. As people came to the event, they filed into the heavily secured event that was under the watchful eye of multiple officers who were at the scene, when they heard familiar voices that spoke in support of Israel.“It was an attack that is...

Miami-Dade parents of young Israeli soldier send off son to fight in war

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:38:55 GMT

The sisters and loved ones of a young soldier were seen in a video thrilled after he completed a long march as he wrapped up his basic training.7News is protecting the identity of the 20-year-old raised in Miami-Dade County because he has headed to fight in Israel.“He is and has always been the kind of kid who says ‘I’m here to help others who can’t help themselves,'” said the soldier’s father, Jeff Levin. The Israeli soldier is walking into the aftermath of an operation that left so far left nearly 1,000 killed on the Israeli side and hundreds killed in Gaza, with scores taken hostage.  The Michael Krop Senior High School graduate left South Florida to move to Israel right after graduation and joined the military.“I was really proud,” said the father. “It spoke of a commitment to something much larger than him.”Levin’s son was home in Florida when the news broke Saturday morning and his father knew he’d have to go back....