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SUV crashes into side of cafe, hits gas meter in Hialeah; no injuries reported

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

An out-of-control drive in Hialeah ended with a restaurant wreck.A Cadillac SUV slammed into the side wall of the Caribe Cafe Restaurant near West 68th Street and 17th Court, Thursday afternoon. The driver jumped the curb before the impact. No one at the restaurant was injured. But there was another problem: the SUV struck a gas meter. Firefighters and the gas company worked to get a handle on the damage and make repairs.

Leah Remini sues Church of Scientology and its leader, alleging harassment, stalking and defamation

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

(CNN) — The actress Leah Remini has filed a lawsuit against the Church of Scientology and its leader, David Miscavige, claiming she has suffered years of harassment, intimidation and defamation as part of an organized campaign of retaliation for her criticism of the church since leaving it a decade ago.The 60-page lawsuit – filed Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court, according to a statement by Remini’s representatives – seeks a trial by jury and unspecified compensatory and punitive damages, as well as a requirement that the church “cease and desist” its “unlawful conduct.”“For 17 years, Scientology and David Miscavige have subjected me to what I believe to be psychological torture, defamation, surveillance, harassment, and intimidation, significantly impacting my life and career,” Remini said in a news release she shared on Substack. “I believe I am not the first person targeted by Scientology and its operations, but I intend to be the la...

BSO seeks driver involved in fatal hit-and-tun crash in Oakland Park

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

Detectives from the Broward Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Unit are on the lookout for the driver responsible for a hit-and-run crash that tragically claimed the life of a pedestrian in Oakland Park.According to officials, the incident occurred on Tuesday, August 1, around 10:12 p.m. An adult female was attempting to cross West Oakland Park Boulevard from the north side of the roadway to the south side, in an area without designated crosswalks when an unidentified vehicle traveling eastbound on West Oakland Park Boulevard approached the 2400 block. The vehicle struck the pedestrian within the center thru lane, causing her to be projected in a southeasterly direction, where she came to rest along the south side of the roadway.Following the collision, the driver fled the scene, continuing eastbound toward Interstate 95. Upon receiving the report, BSO deputies and Oakland Park Fire Rescue responded to the scene, but the pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the site of the crash.Inv...

Hull police sergeant arrested, placed on leave for allegedly assaulting 72-year-old neighbor

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

The Hull Police Department announced a sergeant was arrested while off-duty and placed on leave.According to the police report, Sgt. Scott Saunders was seen on surveillance video on July 24 hitting his 72-year-old neighbor’s car with a paddleboard. When the victim got out of his car, Saunders allegedly suckerpunched him.Police said the victim had scratches, bruises and blood on his face. Hull police said immediately upon hearing of his arrest by Pembroke police, Saunders was placed on administrative leave.Saunders, who has been with the department since 2004, will remain on leave pending the outcome of the investigation.

Investigation underway into teen’s ‘unattended death’ at Pembroke Behavioral Hospital

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

State police and the Plymouth County DA are investigating the “unattended death” of a teenage patient at Pembroke Behavioral Hospital, officials announced. Police said they responded to a call on July 22 around noon reporting a 15-year-old girl who was found unresponsive in her room. She was taken to South Shore Hospital, where she died. The chief medical examiner will determine her cause of death.

DA: Death investigation underway after altercation in Marlboro

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

Officials initiated a death investigation after a reported altercation in Marlboro resulted in the death of a 45-year-old man, the Middlesex D.A. announced.Marlboro police responded to the Stone Gate apartment complex late Wednesday night when a fight was reported inside one of the homes on Saint Ives Way. Police said a 45-year-old man was found hurt inside the apartment around 10:30 p.m. He was transported to the hospital where he later died. Another person inside the unit was also injured.Officials said the investigation is open and ongoing.This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.

Trump chats with lawyers in courtroom ahead of hearing in 2020 election case. Follow live updates

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

Follow along for live updates as Donald Trump appears in federal court Thursday after being indicted by the Justice Department for his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. It’s the third criminal case brought against the former president as he seeks to reclaim the White House. — Here’s a breakdown of the sprawling election indictment— Trump lawyer hints at a First Amendment defense in the Jan. 6 case— Republicans are remaining silent about the latest charges against Trump— The judge assigned to Trump’s case is a tough punisher of Capitol rioters— Here’s where the various cases involving Trump standTrump has entered the courtroom where he will appear before a federal judge on charges accusing him of plotting to overturn his 2020 election defeat. Trump, wearing a suit and red tie, sat at the defense table and chatted with his lawyers while waiting for the hearing to begin in Washington’s federal ...

Patriots open second roster spot by waiving injured linebacker

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

The Patriots waived linebacker Terez Hall with an injury designation on Thursday.Hall has been missing from Patriots practice sessions after suffering an injury early in training camp. The team now has two open spots on their 90-man roster after waiving wide receiver Ed Lee on Wednesday.Hall, 26, entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent out of Missouri in 2019. He registered 50 tackles with two pass breakups in eight games with four starts in 2020.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Patriots training camp Day 9: Jack Jones stops practicing, Mac Jones keeps rolling New England Patriots | How Julian Edelman is helping Patriots QB Mac Jones in ‘interesting’ way New England Patriots | Mac Jones ensuring there’s no Patriots QB competition with Bailey Zappe New England Patriots | Patriots rookie Marte Mapu making strong first impression, showcasing versatility: ‘I feel comfortable anywhere’ New En...

Pharmacists could prescribe hormonal contraceptives under FY24 budget language

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

Registered pharmacists in Massachusetts could prescribe and dispense hormonal birth control patches or self-administered oral pills to any person, regardless of whether they have evidence of a previous prescription, under language included in the pending state budget.Advocates behind the measure say allowing pharmacists to hand out birth control over the counter opens up access to medication that prevents unwanted pregnancies as residents grapple with a shortage of primary care physicians in Massachusetts.The proposal — first pitched as standalone legislation but later included in the fiscal 2024 budget now awaiting action from Gov. Maura Healey — is backed by state Sen. Michael Moore.The Millbury Democrat said some people often have to wait three or even six months to see their primary care physicians. The measure also opens the door to hormonal contraceptives for people who do not have health insurance, Moore said.“They can go to the pharmacist and get access to the contraceptives...

Testimony from Hunter Biden associate provides new insight into their business dealings

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 14:46:24 GMT

By FARNOUSH AMIRI and STEPHEN GROVES (Associated Press)WASHINGTON (AP) — Focusing on the Bidens rather than Donald Trump’s federal court appearance, House Republicans released a transcript Thursday of their interview with Hunter Biden’s former business associate detailing overseas financial dealings by the president’s son.The more than five-hour closed-door interview with Devon Archer by the House Oversight Committee, released hours before Trump’s appearance to face a third list of charges, provides fresh insight into how President Joe Biden’s youngest son used his relationship with his father, who was then vice president, to court foreign investors. Archer said Hunter Biden was using the “illusion of access” in Washington.Republicans on the panel hope to use their work to prod impeachment proceedings against the president. However, though pressed repeatedly, Archer offered no tangible evidence that Joe Biden’s role in his son...