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Crews battle 4-alarm fire in Dorchester that led to porch collapse

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Firefighters responded in Dorchester Monday afternoon after a fire broke out in a residential building and caused part of the structure to collapse. The Boston Fire Department said crews were called to 37 Holiday St. where flames burned through the back of a house and extended to a building next door.On the department’s Twitter account, officials said several rear porches in the back of the home collapsed as a result of the fire.Authorities also shared photos from the scene, including an image of crews spraying down the back of the house, which appeared to be burnt out with remnants of the porches and back wall visible.In an update just before 4:15 p.m., Boston FD said the fire was knocked down after it spread to at least two other buildings.A total of five buildings appeared to have been affected by the fire as of around 5 p.m. Among the damage, the siding of at least one building close to the structure that f caught fire had melted. While the fire was knocked down,...

Arrest made in connection with shooting inside Mattapan nightclub that injured 2

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

One person is facing criminal charges in connection with a shooting inside a nightclub in Mattapan that left two people hospitalized, police said.Officers responding to a reported shooting in the area of 477 River St. around 12:46 a.m. Monday found a person suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound outside Macumba night club, according to Boston police. A second victim self-applied to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. According to the Boston Police Department, while authorities were responding, a witness approached an officer and described a suspect that ran from the area with a firearm.Police then went on to approach a group of individuals who immediately attempted to flee the scene, leading to a foot pursuit with one of the suspects dropping a handgun in the process.Officers were able to arrest at least one of the fleeing suspects, recovering another handgun from their waistband.The individual, Regan Feliz, 29, of Jamaica Plain, has since been charged ...

44 injured, thousands left without power as Typhoon Haikui hits Taiwan

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Taipei, Taiwan (CNN) — At least 44 people were injured and tens of thousands of homes were left without power as Typhoon Haikui made its way across Taiwan, authorities said.The storm made landfall along the southeastern coastal township of Donghe at about 3:40 p.m. local time, Taiwan’s Central Weather Bureau said. The storm crossed the island and then left land at at 8 p.m.At least 7,113 people across 11 cities and counties were evacuated, according to Taiwan’s Interior Ministry.State electricity provider Taipower said 48,506 households were without power as of 10 p.m. local time.Before making landfall, the storm was packing winds of up to 155 kilometers per hour (96 miles per hour), the weather bureau said. The capital Taipei was hit by heavy rains.Haikui is the first typhoon in four years to directly hit Taiwan.The weather bureau said the heavy rainfall brought by the storm could trigger flash flooding and landslides. The mountainous Hualien county could see total precip...

Mayor Wu responds to proposal from city councilors to declare emergency in Mass & Cass area

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu responded Monday to a recent proposal from members of the Boston City Council aimed at addressing the crisis in Boston’s Mass and Cass area. In a letter Friday, four city councilors called on the city’s Public Health Commission to declare an emergency in the area near the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard. The letter came as stakeholders have continued to voice concerns about crime, drug use and human trafficking at the encampment of people living in and around tent structures in the area. The letter, in turn, also came after Wu introduced an ordinance which would give police the authority to remove tents. While Wu introduced the ordinance last week, it still needed to be approved by the city council, as of Monday, in a process that could take weeks. “We are all hands on deck when it comes to the type of services, treatment, housing and public safety at Mass and Cass,” Wu said this week. “Our administration, r...

Dog in a Bog: Lost Duxbury dog found after going missing for weeks

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

A dog who had been missing for weeks in the South Shore area is recovering after being found in a boggy area, according to a non-profit.Missing Dogs Massachusetts said “Henry,” a pet dog from Duxbury, only had a few scratches on him after he was found Monday morning, following over two weeks without a sighting.On their Facebook page, the group said the rescue came after barking had been heard in a nearby neighborhood over the past two days. It later led to a resident going out and finding the dog in a nearby, boggy area.“This morning a local homeowner, Kevin, was able to safely retrieve Henry from a wet boggy area,” the group said. “Many many thanks to Kevin and Nancy and Andy and Ylana for alerting MDM of the barking. Kevin and Nancy had worked with MDM in the past with help trapping their dog. They definitely paid it forward today!”The group said Henry was expected to be OK after the ordeal and was going to be checked out by a veterinarian.

Boston reaches tentative agreement with firefighters union, Michelle Wu says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

The city has reached a tentative agreement with the Boston firefighters union, narrowly avoiding arbitration after “many months” of stalled negotiations.Mayor Michelle Wu said the new deal was reached Sunday night, and would take effect pending ratification from the union, Boston Firefighters Local 718.“This tentative agreement is the result of months of staying at the table together, bargaining focused on what our city needs, what communities need, and what the brave individuals who keep them safe every day need,” Wu said Monday at the Greater Boston Labor Council’s Labor Day Breakfast, where she made the announcement.Both sides declined to provide details on the terms of the agreement until a ratification vote is taken by union membership.According to a source familiar with the negotiations, the mayor agreed to a package with a 12% raise over three years, with no givebacks, a term for concessions made by a labor union.The agreement was due in part to mounting pressure presen...

Dodgers’ Julio Urias arrested on domestic violence charges: report

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

The Dodgers’ Julio Urías was arrested Sunday in Los Angeles, reportedly on domestic violence charges for the second time since 2019.The left-handed pitcher was arrested after 11 p.m. and booked about two hours later, according to online jail records, which do not include charging information. He was released before 5 a.m. Monday on a $50,000 bond and has a Sept. 27 court date scheduled, the jail records show.Urías faces felony domestic violence charges, according to ESPN. Exposition Park’s public safety division didn’t immediately respond to a Daily News request for comment.“We are aware of an incident involving Julio Urías,” the Dodgers said in a statement Monday. “While we attempt to learn all the facts, he will not be traveling with the team. The organization has no further comment at this time.”Officers told the Associated Press the arrest took place at Exposition Park, a 160-acre campus that houses Los Angeles FC’s ...

Four more drivers arrested for suspected DUIs during Labor Day weekend: CHP

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Four more drivers have been arrested by California Highway Patrol officers on suspicion of driving under the influence in the San Diego area during the Labor Day weekend, the department said.As of Monday morning, the additional arrests bring the total number of DUIs in CHP's jurisdiction up to 15 during the department's period of maximum enforcement for the holiday.The period, which was implemented to post additional officers across the state for roadway safety, began at 6:01 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 1 and will continue through 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 4.During the weekend, law enforcement will be keeping an eye out for traffic violations while assisting motorists with getting to their destination safely. Officers will have a special emphasis on identifying and apprehending those suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, CHP said.On top of the 15 DUI arrests, CHP San Diego area officers have issued 199 citations for various vehicle code violations. ...

First-ever Del Mar Wine & Food Festival set take over parts of San Diego County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Calling all foodies and wine aficionados! An inaugural culinary festival is set to take over North County this week, bringing together celebrity star power and delicious tastings.The first-ever Del Mar Wine & Food Festival will be taking place in the North County town from Sept. 6 to Sept. 11, featuring more than 20 events that champion the region's food scene and top chefs.Founded in partnership with sports icons Alex Morgan, Drew Brees and Rob Machado, festivalgoers will be able to embark on a culinary journey that "celebrates the soul of SoCal." From Styx to Coldplay: Can’t miss concerts in San Diego this September “San Diego is the next big food and drink scene,” San Diego Magazine co-owner Troy Johnson said of the event in a release. "It’s gonna be a rare and cool thing. Celebrating the city’s food and drink culture… and just the SoCal culture overall… with the help of friends.”Kicking things off on the first day of the festival will be an opening n...

Ontario Premier shuffles cabinet after housing minister resigns

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:37 GMT

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has shuffled his cabinet in the wake of the resignation of his housing minister.Steve Clark resigned earlier Monday after a scathing report from the province’s integrity commissioner.Taking his spot is Paul Calandra, who was the long-term care minister.Caroline Mulroney moves on to become president of the Treasury Board while Prabmeet Sarkaria takes over her role as transportation minister.Stan Cho takes over as long-term care minister.Ford says this is the right team to build homes, highways and public transit.