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USA Today hires dedicated Beyoncé correspondent

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

(The Hill) - The BeyHive now has its own beat reporter — USA Today says it’s hired journalist Caché McClay to cover all things Beyoncé.The USA Today Network and The Tennessean said Monday that McClay — who previously worked at TMZ and BBC News, among other outlets — was chosen for the “Formation” singer-focused gig from among “hundreds of applicants.”Beyoncé performs at a Get Out the Vote concert for Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland, Ohio, Nov. 4, 2016. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)The job, according to the media company, “requires close coverage of [Beyoncé Knowles-Carter’s] complex business and entertainment empire, including the upcoming film documenting her $580 million-grossing Renaissance World Tour and a new perfume line, among other products.”McClay, a Howard University graduate, described herself as growing up “in a Beyoncé household.”“More than playing music, Beyoncé’s impact has shown us the possibilities are endless,...

Over half of Sudan's population needs humanitarian aid after nearly 7 months of war, UN says

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Almost seven months of war between Sudan’s military and a powerful paramilitary group have left a wave of destruction with over half the population in need of humanitarian aid and raised fears of a repeat of the deadly ethnic conflict in Darfur 20 years ago.“What is happening is verging on pure evil,” the United Nations humanitarian coordinator in the African nation said Friday.Sudan has fallen out of the spotlight since it was engulfed in chaos starting in mid-April, when simmering tensions between military chief Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan and the commander of the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, Gen. Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, exploded into open warfare.But Clementine Nkweta-Salami, the resident U.N. humanitarian coordinator for Sudan, told a United Nations news conference that “the situation is horrific and grim” and “frankly, we are running out of words to describe the horror of what is happening.” She stressed that “the Sudan crisis has few...

Driver slams $300,000 sports car into Portland office building

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The driver of a McLaren 720S — a sports car worth as much as $300,000 — crashed into the side of an office building in Portland, Oregon, at approximately 2:54 a.m. Sunday.Portland Fire and Rescue spokesperson Christine Pezzulo told Nexstar's KOIN that the firefighters who responded to the scene found one car crashed into the facade of a building in the Kerns neighborhood. The driver was taken to the hospital by ambulance for non-life-threatening injuries. No passengers were said to have been in the car at the time of the crash. Cheetah cubs pay surprise visit to Oregon firefighters  “It was a single vehicle that hit the front of a building breaking out the glass and damaging the facade of the structure,” Pezzulo said. Video of the scene shows that numerous Portland Police Bureau officers responded to the crash. KOIN reached out to the PPB for more information but did not immediately receive a response.

Pentagon: Minnesotan among 5 killed in military helicopter crash over Mediterranean

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

WASHINGTON — The Pentagon on Monday identified the five Army aviation special operations forces killed when their UH-60 helicopter crashed in the Eastern Mediterranean.The military’s European Command said the helicopter went down over the weekend during an air refueling mission as part of military training.The five service members who died were Chief Warrant Officer 3 Stephen R. Dwyer, 38, of Clarksville, Tennessee; Chief Warrant Officer 2 Shane M. Barnes, 34, of Sacramento, California; Staff Sgt. Tanner W. Grone, 26, of Gorham, New Hampshire; Sgt. Andrew P. Southard, 27, of Apache Junction, Arizona; and Sgt. Cade M. Wolfe, 24, of Mankato, Minnesota.The U.S. has built up its force presence in the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East in response to Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel. There are two carrier strike groups operating in the region, U.S. Air Force squadrons have received additional crews and warplanes, and U.S. special operations forces have been added to help Israel in e...

State Police arrest two following shoplifting incident at Boscov's

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- State Police arrested two individuals following a reported robbery at Boscov's in Clifton Park on Wednesday. A store employee sustained injuries during the incident. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! According to the police, Lanette Stearns, 44, reportedly stole multiple items from the store. When the store's loss prevention officer tried to stop her, Stearns allegedly bit them and hit them with a stolen item.The second suspect, Kolawole Fashuyi, 32, got involved and allegedly hit the employee multiple times. The two tried to flee but were quickly apprehended. Stearns provided police with false identifying information. Officers located a glass smoking device with drug residue in Stearn's possession. Stearns was charged with second-degree robbery, criminal impersonation in the second degree, criminal possession of a weapon in the third degree, criminal possession of a controlled substance in the seve...

Schoharie man arrested for defaced gun possession

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Schoharie man was arrested Friday for possessing a loaded and defaced handgun. Travis Liddle, 46, faces multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On November 8, an investigation began related to criminal activity at a Main Street Central Bridge residence. Police say a search warrant was executed at the location.At the time of the search, Liddle was on the property and was found to possess a loaded and defaced handgun, per New York State Police. Police say Liddle can't possess a firearm due to a previous felony conviction. Local man appears on History Channel’s ‘Forged in Fire’ The handgun was seized at that time. Further investigation led to the seizure of two additional long guns and a bully club illegally owned by Liddle at his primary residence home, per New York State Police. Charges:Second-degree criminal possession of a weaponThird-degree criminal possession of a weaponFourth-degree c...

Providence man arrested following disturbance

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

PROVIDENCE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A man has been arrested following a disturbance in Providence, according to the Saratoga County Sheriff's Office. Matthew Piombino, 32, is facing multiple charges. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! On November 4 at 11:49 p.m., officers responded to Southline Road in Providence following the report of a disturbance. The investigation by police revealed that Piombino allegedly smashed out the rear window of a Dodge Durango and proceeded to apply pressure to the throat of the car's owner. Piombino was taken into custody and charged with third-degree criminal mischief and criminal obstruction of breathing or blood circulation. He was arraigned at the Edinburg Town Court andreleased on his own recognizance.

Major Case Squad activated in Clayton shooting

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Part of a busy thoroughfare in Clayton was shut down Monday morning after reports of a shooting. The Major Case Squad has been activated to investigate the incident. Clayton police say a man was shot this morning. Information about his identity is not being released at this time. Part of Wydown, just east of Hanley, is still closed as the police investigation unfolds. There are at least five evidence markers in the area. The police are focusing much of their attention on the driveway area between two apartment buildings.Authorities rushed there at around 5:30 a.m. Clayton police have not released much information at all. In fact, a spokesperson only confirmed at this point that they are investigating a report of a shooting.There was quite a large police presence out there earlier. With multiple Clayton police units and Clayton police detectives, along with two St. Louis County police crime scene units, the number of police units there has since dwindled. Locals have b...

Drake performing at Enterprise Center in February

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Rapper Drake recently announced his 'It’s All A Blur Tour - Big As The What?' Tour with J. Cole. The Enterprise Center is hosting one of the 22 shows on Monday, February 12. Tickets go on sale starting Friday, November 17, at 11:00 a.m. Drake is a four-time Grammy-Award winner and holds the record for the most top ten singles with 76.'It’s All A Blur Tour - Big As The What?' Tour ScheduleThurs., Jan 18 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena Fri., Jan 19 – Denver, CO – Ball Arena Mon., Jan 22 – San Antonio, TX – Frost Bank CenterThurs., Jan 25 – Oklahoma City, OK – Paycom Center Mon., Jan 29 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King CenterTues., Jan 30 – New Orleans, LA – Smoothie King Center Fri., Feb 02 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena Wed., Feb 07 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone ArenaThurs., Feb 08 – Nashville, TN – Bridgestone ArenaMon., Feb 12 – St. Louis, MO – Enterprise CenterFri., Feb 16 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena Tues., Feb 20 – Columbus, OH – Schottenstein CenterWed., Feb 21 – Colu...

Bands Earth, Wind, and Fire, and Chicago coming to St. Louis next summer

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 19:45:07 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Bands Earth, Wind, and Fire, and Chicago are co-headlining the 'Heart & Soul' Tour next year. The Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre is hosting one of the 30 shows and kicking off the tour on Wednesday, July 10. Tickets go on sale starting Friday, November 17, at 10:00 a.m.Between the two bands, they have sold over 200 million albums, received at least 30 Grammy nominations, and won 11 Grammy Awards. 'Heart & Soul' Tour ScheduleWed., Jul. 10 – St. Louis, MO – Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre Fri., Jul. 12 – Rosemont, IL – Allstate ArenaSat., Jul. 13 – Saint Paul, MN – Xcel Energy Center Tues., Jul. 16 – Cuyahoga Falls, OH – Blossom Music Center Wed., Jul. 17 – Clarkston, MI – Pine Knob Music Theatre Fri., Jul. 19 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center Sat., Jul. 20 – Noblesville, IN – Ruoff Music Center Tues., Jul. 23 – Toronto, ON – Budweiser StageWed., Jul. 24 – Saratoga Springs, NY – Broadview Stage at SPAC Sat., Jul. 27 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center Sun., Jul. ...