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'I'm not gonna sleep': Family outraged after toddler's gravesite desecrated

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

EUNICE, La. (KLFY) - A Louisiana family is outraged that someone desecrated the gravesite of their 2-year-old son.A'keem Ceaser was only a toddler when he died of a seizure nearly a year ago on Thanksgiving. The family says it has been difficult living without him, and now they're hurting even more after getting a call that someone vandalized his gravesite.Devin Fontenot, A'Keem's father, said he was at his house sleeping when his mother, Kimberly Fontenot, woke him up and told him to rush to his son's gravesite. "We have been living through hell and back, and to have to get a phone call saying that my grandson's stuff was thrown like he was a dog, I just can't believe this," said Kimberly Fontenot.Horrified at what he found, Devin Fontenot said he just wants whoever is responsible to be held accountable."I'm not gonna sleep. I'm not gonna eat. I'm not gonna do anything until I find out who actually did this," he said.He said his son's gravesite was the only one touched, and all the...

What is a gag order — and what happens if the gag order is violated?

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

(NEXSTAR) — A gag order has been imposed against former President Donald Trump by the federal judge overseeing the 2020 election interference case he is facing in Washington, D.C. The narrow gag order prohibits Trump from making statements that target prosecutors, possible witnesses, and court staff. Shortly after it was imposed during a Monday hearing in Washington's federal court, Trump took to social media, vowing to appeal the order. He later called it unconstitutional during a campaign appearance in Iowa and claimed it would only help him in the polls — he's already the leading Republican candidate for the 2024 election. Christie slams Trump’s ‘awful temperament’ following narrow gag order Earlier this month, the judge overseeing Trump's New York fraud trial issued a limited gag order for all parties in the trial after a post to the former president's Truth Social account targeted the judge's principal clerk. In that gag order, Judge Arthur Engoron barred Trump and others in...

Crash shuts down I-35 frontage road in Round Rock

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

Editor’s note: The above video shows KXAN Live’s top morning headlines for Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2023.ROUND ROCK, Texas (KXAN) — The southbound Interstate 35 frontage road across from the Round Rock Premium Outlets is closed Tuesday after a crash, Round Rock Police said on social media.Someone was injured in the crash, the post on X, formerly known as Twitter, states. It happened in the 4500 block of the southbound I-35 frontage road.The southbound road is closed from Westinghouse Road to RM 1431. The RM 1431 exit ramp is also shut down, police said.This story will be updated as more information becomes available.

How to get to, from the F1 United States Grand Prix in Austin

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Drivers, start your engine! The Formula 1 Lenovo United States Grand Prix returns to Circuit of the Americas in Austin this weekend.More than 100,000 people are expected to attend the three-day event, per city transportation officials, with festivities including racing and live music. With so many people expected to head out to southeast Austin this weekend, here's what you need to know to get to and from COTA safely.Are there any parking passes available?All on-site parking at COTA requires a pre-purchased parking pass, which are all sold out. Those looking to take advantage of COTA's offsite Park-n-Ride passes can purchase a two-day offsite pass for Saturday and Sunday for $160. Friday offsite Park-n-Ride passes are available for $40 a pop.All offsite Park-n-Ride passes can be purchased online. Offsite Park-n-Ride passes are digital tickets and don't require any hangtags on vehicles. RELATED: Gov. Abbott gets sneak peak of race car ahead of Formula 1 US Grand Pr...

Over 300 cited by DMV for using fake IDs this summer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) cited 312 people over the summer for attempting to use fake identification to purchase alcoholic beverages under the age of 21. Per the DMV, a total of 389 fake licenses were seized. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Fake licenses have been taken at concerts, restaurants, and other events. Last year, the DMV cited over 550 people. “We are glad to say that this annual enforcement drive is having an impact, as concertgoers are increasingly aware that DMV investigators are present to keep people safe from underage drinking and potentially driving,” said Mark J.F. Schroeder, DMV Commissioner and Chair of the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee. “There are so many great venues across New York State to see live music, and we want everyone to enjoy them responsibly.” FHPD searching for person who tried to steal school bus “All New Yorkers deserve to return...

FHPD searching for person who tried to steal school bus

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

FAIR HAVEN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Fair Haven Police Department is looking to identify someone who attempted to steal a school bus from Betcha Transportation on Rt. 4a in Fair Haven. Police say the person tried to steal the bus Sunday night into Monday. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Fair Haven Police are asking anyone with information to call (802) 265-8293.

Rutland Police: Suspect stole police cruiser and gun

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

RUTLAND CITY, Vt. (NEWS10) -- The Vermont State Police are currently investigating after a cruiser and patrol rifle were stolen. Police say the cruiser was stolen outside of a Rutland City home between 2 and 4:40 a.m. on Tuesday. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Rutland police say the cruiser was located elsewhere in the city, but the rifle was missing from the car. Police obtained surveillance video showing the suspect carrying the rife. Anyone with information regarding the suspect's identity or who may be able to assist investigators is asked to call (802) 773-9101.

Missouri's third black bear hunting season underway

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

MISSOURI - Another black bear hunting season is underway in Missouri, the third in state history. Hunters with a permit can venture into the wilderness for a limited time and pursue black bears.Over the last two years, hunters have harvested a combined 20 bears. The state has allowed a select group to hunt up to 40 each year since 2021 for conservation purposes. DoorDash driver caught on doorbell camera swiping delivery Bear hunting in Missouri is limited to state residents and restricted to three designated bear management zones in southern Missouri. Nearly 6,000 hunters applied for 400 permits in the spring, and hunters were selected through a random drawing.The Missouri Department of Conservation reports the state's black bear population has rebounded throughout the last several decades after it was once believed to be nearly extinct in the mid-1900s. MDC says Missouri's population has been growing around 9 percent each year for a consistent period of time, almost doubling in ...

Woman identified in fatal south St. Louis crash

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- A woman who died in a crash early Friday morning has been identified. Police say Aylia Crus, 20, died after her car slammed into a light pole.Crus was driving eastbound on Chippewa at around 3 a.m. on October 13 when her Honda Civic crossed over into the westbound lanes at Kingshighway. It hit the light pole and then stopped on the sidewalk.EMS took Crus to the hospital, where she was pronounced deceased. A 22-year-old passenger in the vehicle refused medical treatment.*Note: The video in this story is from October 13, 2023.

Colorado Department of Corrections to pay $500,000 to settle “dry cell” lawsuit

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:36:36 GMT

The Colorado Department of Corrections has settled a lawsuit stemming from a 2018 incident in which corrections officers locked a man in a “dry cell” for 12 days without proper health protections during a reported contraband investigation.The agency settled for $500,000 and agreed to policy changes regarding contraband investigations, the law firm representing the inmate, Zackariah Jones, announced Tuesday.On Dec. 1, 2018, at the Sterling Correctional Facility, corrections officers in retaliation for “many grievances” Jones had filed against officers, strip-searched Jones repeatedly searching for contraband because an officer said he saw Jones swallow something, according to the law firm of Killmer Lane, LLP.Jones was then placed in universal restraints, including wrist restraints secured to a belly chain and leg restraints, and left in a “dry cell,” where inmates have no independent access to any water, sink or toilet for 12 days. He was also not allowed to ...