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Pedro "Pete" Arredondo, whose delayed response to the mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, has been widely criticized resigned from his post on the city council, the local newspaper reported Saturday. "After much consideration, I regret to inform those who voted for me that I have decided to step down as a member of the city council," Arredondo told the Uvalde Leader-News. "The mayor, the city council, and the city staff must continue to move forward without distractions." Shortly after the article was published, however, the City of Uvalde released a statement saying it had not heard directly from Arredondo. "While it is the right thing to do, no one from the City has seen a letter or any other documentation of his resignation, or even spoken with him," read the statement, circulated by news outlets. Officials noted that they had learned of Arredondo's resignation only from the Leader-News's article. Arredondo, his lawyer, and a person who has handled … [Read more...] about Uvalde schools police chief resigns city council post

This is a carousel. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate 11 LYNCHBURG, Va. (AP) — As American citizens celebrated freedom and liberty in their nation on Independence Day, 1961, a government founded on notions of the inalienable human rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness took action at a local level to deny those rights to their fellow citizens whose skin was not white. This little-taught chapter of local history is being brought to life in an original play, “Buried Deep,” produced through Endstation Theatre Company, affiliated with Randolph College. On that sweltering July day in Lynchburg, as many residents sought the relief offered by public pools, the city closed those pools down because some Black residents went to swim in the whites-only pools at Miller and Riverside parks. They were exercising their civil rights and making intentional strides toward integration and … [Read more...] about Play tells story of filling in pools rather than integrating

Rookie Dalen Terry ended his first official practice as a Chicago Bull with a show of support from teammate Patrick Williams. Williams picked out the Bulls rookie as the top competitor of the practice, highlighting Terry’s energy on his first day scrimmaging against his new teammates as he prepares for the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas next week. The Bulls selected Terry with the 18th pick of the draft last month. “It gave me a little bit more confidence,” Terry said. “He was here last year, he’s been through what I’ve been through. So for him to do that is definitely a nod and respect, and I appreciate him for saying that.” Williams, the Bulls’ pick at No. 4 in 2020 , provided an immediate challenge for Terry, who is relishing the chance to face off against professional players in his first days at the Advocate Center. Bulls Summer League coach John Bryant said the two had a fair amount of friendly trash talk in their limited matchups on the first day of practice. … [Read more...] about Dalen Terry welcomes the challenge — and support — from Patrick Williams in his 1st Chicago Bulls practice

close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for July 2 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! Kevin Durant broke his silence with a cryptic message on Twitter Saturday, just days after reports speculated that the NBA star had requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets . "The ones who were locked in that gym with me know what it is, they know what I’m about," Durant wrote. "If u haven’t been in there with me, ask around." Durant became the center of NBA free agency attention on Thursday when he reportedly requested a trade from the Nets less than a year after signing a contract extension with the team. The Brooklyn Nets' Kevin Durant, right, shoots over the New York Knicks' Mitchell Robinson during a game at the Barclays Center Mar. 13, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig) KEVIN DURANT TRADE RUMORS: SUNS, … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant addresses Nets trade rumors with cryptic tweet

BUTTE COUNTY (CBS13) — The latest on the two fires burning near Oroville in Butte County: Cal Fire reported Saturday morning that the Nelson fire is 100 percent contained. READ MORE: Police: Teen Shot In Modesto Listed In Stable Condition It was checked yesterday, and no smoke was found. They said it will be checked again later in the day. The latest update on the Sandra Fire is 34 acres and 85 percent contained, as of Saturday morning, according to Cal Fire. Two structures have been destroyed. June 30, 2022 – 9:45 p.m. The forward progress of both fires has been stopped. Cal Fire said crews would remain in the area into the night. 8 p.m. Cal Fire said the Sandra Fire was 40 acres and 30 percent contained. Mandatory evacuation orders remain lifted. 6:53 p.m. The Butte County Sheriff’s Office said all evacuation orders and warnings they issued — Forebstown zones 684 and 831, and Hurleton Zone 855 — for the 35-acre Sandra Fire have now been lifted. 6:34 … [Read more...] about Forward Progress Stopped In Nelson, Sandra Fires In Butte County

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — The Fourth of July holiday weekend kicks off hot and humid with scattered showers and storms. The Eyewitness News Weather Team is tracking the potential for severe threats later in the afternoon Saturday. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect until 9 p.m. for all of Southeastern Pennsylvania, most of South Jersey and Northern Delaware. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for Chester County in Pennsylvania until 9:15 p.m. #severethunderstormwatch until 9pm for #Philadelphia #SouthJersey #Delaware #The Shore #damagingwinds #intenselightning #torrentialdownpours ⁦ @CBSPhilly ⁩ Have a place to shelter if one of the storms moves over you this afternoon and this evening #staysafe pic.twitter.com/NOuqbm3emn — Tammie Souza Weather (@TammieSouza) July 2, 2022 READ MORE: Fire In West Philadelphia Sends 1 Person To Hospital A very unstable air mass is overhead across the region with dew points in the 70s and temperatures nearing 90. … [Read more...] about Fourth Of July Weekend Weather: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued For Most Of Philadelphia Region

4 Crime & Safety The Pinellas County sheriff said the deputy gave the license plate of a parked car and reported that the driver was involved with drugs. D'Ann Lawrence White , Patch Staff Posted | Updated Replies PINELLAS COUNTY, FL — A Pinellas County Sheriff's Office patrol deputy was fired after an investigation found he was surfing the internet in his patrol car instead of supervising traffic, then covered up by filing a false report. Deputy Joshua Sacino, 29, was fired effective Tuesday for violation of duties and responsibilities and conduct unbecoming members of the agency. Sacino was originally hired by the sheriff's office on Nov. 13, 2017. He had been assigned to supervise traffic enforcement initiatives along Seminole Boulevard, according to the sheriff's office's administrative investigation division on March 30. "He ignored the instructions he was given and sat idle in his agency-assigned … [Read more...] about FL Deputy Fired: Surfed Web On Job, Lied On Reports, Sheriff Says

0 Restaurants & Bars Fans can head to Hooters with their Wingman and buy a MTN DEW x Wings Combo to get one free for their BFF and a MTN DEW Commemorative Cup. Carlos Hernandez , Patch Contributing Writer Posted | Updated Reply On June 1, in honor of the first ever Wingman Wednesday, DEW has partnered with Hooters on a buy 10 get 10 boneless wings offer at all 300+ Hooters stores to celebrate the launch of the DEW x Hooters Wingman Weekend Sweepstakes. The world-famous boneless wings can be washed down with an ice-cold MTN DEW in a collectible “wingman cup.” While fans will have to take flight (plane optional) to Hooters tomorrow to grab the BOGO deal, the DEW commemorative cup will be available through July 23, while supplies last at participating locations. "Summer is about embarking on adventures with your favorite copilot and we’re here to give fans another reason to get together starting with MTN DEW and … [Read more...] about MTN DEW & Hooters Team-Up For Wingman Wednesday June 1