Body of last missing construction worker recovered from Baltimore bridge collapse site
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by Bailey Allen
1h ago
BALTIMORE (AP) — The body of the last missing construction worker killed in the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in March has been recovered, officials announced Tuesday as demolition crews prepared to use explosives in the ongoing cleanup effort. Officials said the crew of the Dali will remain on board the grounded container ship while crews conduct a controlled demolition to break down the largest remaining span of the fallen bridge. The steel span landed on the ship’s bow after the Dali lost power and crashed into one of the bridge’s support columns on Ma ..read more
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Judge in Trump’s classified documents case cancels May trial date; no new date set
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by Bailey Allen
1h ago
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal judge in Florida presiding over the classified documents prosecution of former President Donald Trump has canceled the May 20 trial date, postponing it indefinitely. The order from U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon had been expected in light of still-unresolved issues in the case and because Trump is currently on trial in a separate case in Manhattan charging him in connection with hush money payments during the 2016 presidential election. The New York case involves several of the same lawyers representing him in the federal case in F ..read more
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Boston police receive teddy bears to give to young people during emergencies
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by Bailey Allen
4h ago
The Boston Police Department accepted a delivery of stuffed animals Tuesday to help officers when dealing with young people in emergency situations. The “comfort bears” were provided by the nonprofits Project Delta and the Massachusetts Freemasons, with the hope that the officers use them to provide a level of comfort to children in intense situations. “We’re going to be able to help children throughout the city of Boston during their most trying times. Even though we do that on a daily basis, today with the gifts that are being provided will help de-escalate situations during the worst times ..read more
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Robert Kraft, Foundation to Combat Antisemitism release ad aimed at combating violence at protests
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by Dakota Antelman
4h ago
Robert Kraft and the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism on Tuesday released a new television ad aimed at combating violence at protests.  The ad, titled “Don’t Bring Hate to the Protests” is set to make its broadcast debut during Tuesday night’s NBA playoff game between the Celtics and the Cleveland Cavaliers. In a statement announcing the ad, officials said “Don’t Bring Hate to the Protests” “speaks to promoting the right to protest but in a peaceful manner.” “In the wake of a time when hatred and violence that have taken over college campuses around the country, the campaign reminds us a ..read more
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Driver taken to hospital after crashing over rock wall in Westford
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by Dakota Antelman
4h ago
A driver was taken to a local hospital after they crashed over a rock wall in a Market Basket parking lot in Westford Tuesday, officials said.  The crash happened near the Market Basket in the Cornerstone Square plaza around 12:15 p.m. SKY7-HD spotted the car still hanging off the rock wall later Tuesday afternoon. Emergency crews were seen nearby and the scene remained active. The crash was still under investigation and officials did not share any additional information regarding the extent of the driver’s injury. This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the ..read more
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Police investigating shooting of security guard outside Drake’s Toronto home
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by Dakota Antelman
5h ago
(CNN) — A security guard working at Drake’s home in Toronto, Canada has been shot, authorities said Tuesday. Police were called to the home about 2 a.m. local time Tuesday, where they found a wounded man who was taken to the hospital in serious condition, Inspector Paul Krawczyk with Toronto Police said during a press conference. The security guard was working outside the gate at the home when he was shot, according to authorities. He remains hospitalized in serious condition. Krawczyk declined to answer if Drake was at the residence at the time of the shooting, but said authorities are i ..read more
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Boy Scouts of America announces rebrand to ‘Scouting America’
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by Dakota Antelman
5h ago
(CNN) — Boy Scouts of America announced Tuesday that it will change its name to Scouting America next February, to emphasize its commitment to inclusion. The youth organization said the new name is meant to help everyone, including boys and girls, feel welcome. The change will go into effect on February 8, 2025, the organization’s 115th anniversary, the Boy Scouts of America said. “Though our name will be new, our mission remains unchanged: We are committed to teaching young people to be Prepared. For Life,” Roger A. Krone, president and chief executive officer of the Boy Scouts of A ..read more
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Panera is dropping Charged Lemonade, the subject of multiple wrongful death lawsuits
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by Dakota Antelman
5h ago
New York (CNN) — Panera Bread is eliminating Charged Lemonade from its menu, the caffeinated beverage that has sparked multiple lawsuits and caused a public relations nightmare for the company. The Charged Lemonades will come off the menu in the next two weeks, according to Bloomberg, which first reported the news. The chain declined to comment to CNN on the timeline of the drinks’ removal. Panera has faced at least three separate lawsuits over the lineup of controversial drinks in recent months, claiming that the high levels of caffeine in the product has led to ..read more
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WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY? – Mondays @ 9PM
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Rain, rumbles of thunder ahead for Wednesday
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by Kelly Costa
6h ago
I hope you are able to get out and enjoy the rest of your Tuesday, because the rest of the week isn’t looking nearly as warm or dry. For your Tuesday night, clouds will increase late. Overnight lows will reach the upper 40s and low 50s. Rain will start in central Mass Wednesday morning between 7-9 a.m. and for eastern Mass, from 9-11 a.m. Some of this rain will be heavy, and we may even get a coupe of rumbles of thunder. While the rain will be most widespread in the morning, still, in the afternoon and evening we can’t rule out an isolated shower or isolated thunderstorm. NOAA’s Storm Predic ..read more
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