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Fedyk, Deryugina: Talks can’t end the Ukraine war, because Russia lies

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

Following the full-scale invasion by Russia in February 2022, Ukraine has suffered tremendously. Tens of thousands have died, and a quarter of the country’s prewar population has been displaced. Homes, neighborhoods and entire cities have been reduced to rubble.Some question the wisdom of Ukraine continuing to fight back instead of seeking to negotiate with Russia. President Vladimir Putin himself claims he “does not reject the idea of peace talks,” while prominent figures have called for negotiations, possibly involving a settlement to cede occupied territories in exchange for peace.Calls for Ukraine to have such talks rely on an assumption that Russia would negotiate in good faith. But, looking to history as a guide, this assumption is naïve. Russia’s actions over the last 31 years reveal a troubling pattern of frequent lying and breaking international agreements. Negotiations with Russia are therefore futile.Russia agreed to respect Ukraine’s territo...

Mayfield crash leaves man fighting for his life

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

MAYFIELD, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A crash from last month is still under investigation. The Fulton County Sheriff’s office says speed and alcohol seem to have been factors in the crash that left one in man in a coma. NEWS10 speaking with the family and has the latest on the investigation and the man’s recovery. Saratoga County church raises $10K for foster families “I received the phone call at around 10:30 in the evening and I was sitting with my son, and he[Fulton County Sheriff] said I hate to say this your son's been in a tragic accident," said Evan’s father Kevin.“The beginning is very much a blur. you kind of go into a survival mode for your child. It's a lot of meltdowns. It's a lot of, why is this happening to our son,” said Evan’s mother Kristen.Kevin and Kristen Wieczenski recall the moment they learned of a car crash that left their 23-year-old son, Evan, in coma fighting for his. “My son was stuck underneath the dashboard. So, in order to extract him from there they had to go...

Schenectady PD investigates Lincoln Ave homicide

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -The Schenectady Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened Tuesday evening. As of Wednesday morning, the investigation is now considered a homicide.Around 8:49 p.m. on December 19, Schenectady PD responded to a call of shots fired on Lincoln Avenue at Steuben Street. They located one victim who appeared to be suffering from a gunshot wound along with several bullet casings nearby. Get the latest news, weather, sports and more delivered right to your inbox! Identified as Usman Pirzada, the 21-year-old was transported to Albany Medical Center for his injuries. He passed away on the morning of December 20 from injuries.Police are investigating the nearby area. Their vehicles were found parked on Delamont Avenue. Outside the police station, friends of the Pirzada's spoke highly of him to NEWS10's Anthony Krolikowski. Matthew’s Law ups access to free drug test strips Lieutenant Ryan Macherone said a suspect has not been identified at this ...

Firefighters the victims of car break-ins in south St. Louis

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

ST. LOUIS – Just days before Christmas, St. Louis firefighters are among the most recent victims of car break-ins. And this is not the first time they’ve been hit this holiday season.St. Louis Fire Chief Dennis Jenkerson said four cars were broken into overnight at the fire station on Arsenal, and two more at the fire station on Donovan near Chippewa.He said the thieves stole sunglasses and coins, but nothing major.“The guys bring their belongings into the firehouse and put them in lockers. It’s a crime of opportunity, but unfortunately, it cost the members of the fire department a thousand bucks a piece to get these windows replaced,” Jenkerson said.The fire chief said it’s disheartening to know that someone would target a fire house, especially around the holidays, and he hopes the police find the people responsible. Police bodycam video after Bar:PM crash under review This is the second time the fire station on Donovan has been hit this month. On Dec. 2, vandals smashed the win...

Bakeries on The Hill report uptick on holiday sweets and treats

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

ST. LOUIS - T’was five days before Christmas and all across The Hill, there were goodies galore and wish lists to fill.“The Hill is normally always hopping, but it is the season and extremely hopping,” Mimi Lordo, co-owner of Missouri Baking Company, said. “The restaurants are buzzing at night (as are) the bakeries.”“I think families are finally getting together again, and they’re celebrating the holidays like they should be with family and friends,” Frank D. DiGregorio, DiGregorio’s Imported Foods, said. “They always want good food, so they come to The Hill to get it.”The cannoli were stacked in the stocked store cases and a buzz in the air at a number of places. How much daylight will St. Louis have on the shortest day of 2023? “Who doesn’t love their Christmas cookies, yeah?” Hannah Menke, Vitale’s Bakery, said. “We ship our Christmas cookies everywhere. So we’ve done over 100 cookie boxes to be shipped! So crazy, yeah?”So, if it's yummy treats you want, then don't delay. Becau...

Real Colorado’s Lorne Donaldson named head coach of Chicago Red Stars, reuniting with area players

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

One of the most influential youth soccer coaches in the country is leaving the Centennial State for the Windy City.Lorne Donaldson, president of Real Colorado and the former Jamaica head coach who famously helped lead the Reggae Girlz to an unlikely Round of 16 berth at this summer’s FIFA Women’s World Cup, was named head coach of the NWSL’s Chicago Red Stars on Wednesday.Donaldson, 68, takes over a team that has been in flux over the last few seasons, despite reaching the NWSL Championship in 2021.It’s only fitting given his track record of developing some of the best female youth soccer players in the country, including U.S. women’s national team players Jaelin Howell and Sophia Smith, Donaldson will be reunited with two Coloradans who played under him at Real: Ally Schlegel (Parker) and Sami Feller (Palisade) both of whom were rookies in 2023. There’s also a chance he’ll be reunited with USWNT standout Mallory Swanson (née Pugh) if she re...

Broncos coach Sean Payton says Nik Bonitto has chance to play Sunday night vs. Patriots after MCL injury

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

Nik Bonitto didn’t practice Wednesday, but the Broncos’ second-year outside linebacker is making good progress in his recovery from a left knee injury, head coach Sean Payton said.Bonitto left Dec. 10’s win over the Los Angeles Chargers with a left knee injury and hasn’t played since. Payton on Wednesday said Bonitto injured his MCL.“Good, optimistic,” Payton said. “I can’t — it’s going to be questionable for this game, he didn’t practice today. But I know he’s feeling better. That’s kind of day-to-day with an MCL. But I know he had a good first week of rehab and recovery.”Bonitto is the Broncos’ leader in sacks (seven) and tackles for loss (11) so far this season. His return would be a big boost for Vance Joseph’s defense whether it happens Sunday night or on New Years Eve against the Chargers. Without him last week against Detroit, the Broncos were forced to play Baron Browning and Jona...

Colorado reports first measles case in 4 years in Denver airport traveler

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

Colorado has its first confirmed case of measles in four years, and unvaccinated people who visited Denver International Airport or the Aurora campus of Children’s Hospital Colorado may need to look out for symptoms.Vaccination is highly effective, so people who completed the sequence of the measles, mumps and rubella shot don’t need to worry, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. In some cases, giving the shot to an unvaccinated person within 72 hours of exposure can prevent them from getting sick. While most people recover from measles without complications, it can cause brain damage or death.The patient was an adolescent who arrived at the airport on Dec. 13. People who spent time on concourse A, bridge security, baggage claim or the passenger pickup area between 4:30 and 8 p.m. that day could have caught the virus.Measles is highly contagious and can remain in the air for about two hours after a contagious person leaves.The patient al...

4 Killed, 2 Injured in Multi-Vehicle Collision on State Highway 130 [Austin, TX]

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

Four Pronounced Dead after Multi-Car Accident near Maha Loop RoadAUSTIN, TX (December 20, 2023) – Four victims died Sunday afternoon in a multi-vehicle crash at the 10500 block of State Highway 130.At approximately 4:15 p.m., law enforcement responded to an incident near Maha Loop Road. An ongoing investigation is underway as to why the driver of a Peterbilt dump-truck, traveling north, collided with another vehicle. Due to the severe injuries sustained, emergency medical personnel pronounced all four occupants inside the car deceased at the scene. Simultaneously, rescue teams airlifted another occupant to St. David’s South Austin Medical Center due to life-threatening injuries. Additionally, one occupant opted not to receive further medical treatment. The Texas Department of Public Safety issued a warning for motorists to steer clear of the State Highway 130 area while crews worked to clear the scene. Austin Officials are actively probing the details surrounding the multi-veh...

Early signing period: Bay Area standouts sign with San Jose State, Cal and others

Published Sun, 02 Mar 2025 22:55:50 GMT

SAN MATEO – Joseph Bey and Jabari Mann spent this fall headlining one of the Bay Area’s all-time great high school teams, leading powerhouse Serra to a fourth consecutive championship in the Central Coast Section’s top division.When pen hit paper in the San Mateo school’s gymnasium on Wednesday, it became official that the duo would be staying close to home for college as the hard-hitting defenders donned San Jose State hats.“What kept me committed there is that it looked a lot like Serra to me,” said Bey. “I’ve talked to a lot of players there, they’ve said that this really is a brotherhood.”Mann had an offer from Oregon State and originally wanted to go somewhere outside of the Bay. But in the end, the three-star linebacker couldn’t pass up a chance to play with his Serra teammate down the road. “That’s my guy, and I love him to death,” Mann said of Bey. “We’ve got that trust from freshman year, and we’ve got four more years.”Bey and Mann were the crown jewels and highest ra...