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Chief: Bomb Squad Caused Los Angeles Fireworks Explosion

Chief: Bomb squad caused Los Angeles fireworks explosion

The Los Angeles police chief says a catastrophic fireworks explosion that injured 17 people and rocked a neighborhood last month was likely caused by miscalculations from bomb technicians. Chief Michel Moore said Monday that the bomb squad grossly miscalculated the explosive weight of homemade fireworks when they detonated them in a containment chamber. He said five bomb squad members have been removed from field duties as the investigation continues. They could face discipline. The bomb technicians estimated the weight of the explosives and a counter-charge to be about 16.5 pounds in a standard measurement. Authorities who reviewed the remains after the blast calculated the weight was more than 42 pounds. The chamber's maximum capacity is 25 pounds.

Judge Exonerates Man Who Served 20 Years In Georgia Slayings

Judge exonerates man who served 20 years in Georgia slayings

A judge has dismissed all charges against a man convicted of the 1985 slayings of a couple at a south Georgia church, exonerating him after he spent two decades behind bars. Dennis Perry's attorneys say Glynn County Superior Court Judge Stephen Scarlett on Monday granted a motion by prosecutors to dismiss the case. Scarlett last year gave Perry the chance for a new trial after DNA recovered from the crime scene matched a different suspect. He also ordered Perry’s release from prison while prosecutors decided whether to refile charges. A district attorney who took office in January decided not to pursue the case.

The Latest: Vaccines Won’t Be Required In Alabama Schools

Anger as French protesters compare vaccines to Nazi horrors

PARIS (AP) — A French Holocaust survivor has denounced anti-vaccination protesters comparing themselves to Jews who were persecuted by Nazi Germany during World War II. French officials and anti-racism groups joined the 94-year-old in expressing indignation.

Jury Selection Begins For Man Accused In Uber Rider’s Death

Jury selection begins for man accused in Uber rider's death

Jury selection has begun in the trial of a man accused of killing the South Carolina woman who got into his car thinking it was her Uber ride. Nathaniel Rowland is suspected in the 2019 kidnapping and killing of 21-year-old Samantha Josephson. Authorities say the University of South Carolina student got into Rowland’s car and was trapped because he had turned on the child locks in his backseat so the doors could only be opened from the outside. Rowland has been jailed since his arrest that year. He could face up to life in prison without parole if convicted.

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Chicago cops hope money talks in new gun trafficking effort

The Chicago Police Department is rolling out a new effort to attack gun trafficking that relies heavily on people coming forward with information in exchange for money. Superintendent David Brown announced the Gun Investigations Team of 50 police officers and prosecutors on Monday. The money will come from a $1 million fund for tips about illegal guns announced by Mayor Lori Lightfoot last week. The team was created to intercept guns flowing into the city before they are used in crimes. Chicago has seen a surge in gun violence; more than 60 people were shot, including 10 fatally, over the weekend. 

Review Praised Vaccine Director’s Leadership Before Firing

Review praised vaccine director's leadership before firing

A job performance review from last month shows a supervisor praised Tennessee's former vaccine director for “strong leadership” before a top Tennessee health official on July 9 recommended firing her over claims that include shortcomings in her leadership. The interim performance review sheds additional light on the circumstances before the July 12 termination of Dr. Michelle Fiscus. Over the last week, Fiscus has spoken nationally in rebuttal to a firing she argues bowed to Republican lawmakers who fumed over the department’s COVID-19 vaccine outreach for eligible minors. The Health Department released the firing recommendation letter in response to media public records requests. Fiscus' husband has released several performance reviews in rebuttal.

‘kansas’ Rock Violinist, Singer Robby Steinhardt, Dies At 71

'Kansas' rock violinist, singer Robby Steinhardt, dies at 71

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Robert E. “Robby” Steinhardt, a violinist and vocalist with the progressive rock band Kansas, has died due to complications from pancreatitis. He was 71. His wife, Cindy Steinhardt, said he died Saturday at a hospital in…

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The American Legion to Congress: 'Pay the Guard'

INDIANAPOLIS, July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The head of the nation's largest veterans organization warned Congress that the American people will "be furious," if partisan gridlock causes a shutdown of the National Guard and delayed paychecks for its soldiers. "Congress…

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Nisga'a Nation, Rockies LNG and Western LNG propose new LNG project

Innovative floating LNG design will produce 12 million tonnes per year of low-cost LNG World-leading GHG emissions performance, targeting net zero carbon emissions Strategic access to natural gas supplies and growing global LNG markets GITLAXT'AAMIKS, BC and CALGARY, AB and…

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EarthX Marks Plastic Free July with Prizes and Programming

DALLAS, July 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- During this year's Plastic Free July, EarthX will be sharing plastic waste trivia on EarthxTV and social media and will round out the month with special programming during its Plastic Free Week, July 19…

Uae’s Top Prince In Saudi Arabia For Talks With Crown Prince

UAE's top prince in Saudi Arabia for talks with crown prince

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Abu Dhabi’s powerful crown prince visited Saudi Arabia for a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Monday following weeks of speculation about the growing rift between the two leaders. It came as their nations compete for business, regional investments and prominence.