Posts by Sophie Clearwater
Phrasing of ESPN post about Bobby Jenks’ death draws backlash: ‘Should be ashamed and embarrassed’
[ad_1] A social media post by ESPN has drawn criticism after it described the late Bobby Jenks as being “on the roster” of the White Sox’s 2005 world championship team in a post about his death earlier this week. The problem with that was Jenks was more than just “on the roster,” in fact he…
Read MoreJeffrey Epstein didn’t have a ‘client list,’ and committed suicide, DOJ and FBI reveal in findings that debunk conspiracy theories: report
[ad_1] Notorious sex predator Jeffrey Epstein didn’t keep a supposed “client list,” and he was not murdered during his short-lived stay in a Manhattan lockup, the Justice Department and FBI reportedly concluded in a joint probe. Financier Jeffrey Epstein appears in a photograph taken for the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services’ sex…
Read MoreCowboys, Texans donate to flood relief
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) – As Central Texas and the Hill Country continue to recover and deal with the devastating floods from over the weekend, the state is working to come together to heal. The Houston Texans announced they are committing $500,000 to provide resources and support to those effected by the flooding. Sunday, the Dallas…
Read MoreShadowy CIA operative interacted with Lee Harvey Oswald months before JFK assassination, newly released docs show
[ad_1] A shadowy CIA operative specializing in psychological warfare interacted with Lee Harvey Oswald ahead of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination — and then ran interference against congressional investigators probing whether the US spy agency was connected to the killing, newly disclosed documents show. CIA officer George Joannides assumed the alias “Howard Gleber” in January…
Read MoreWimbledon predictions, best bets: Jannik Sinner vs. Grigor Dimitrov odds, picks Sunday
[ad_1] Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. Jannik Sinner will face his first stiff test at Wimbledon on Sunday morning, but he’s still a massive favorite over Grigor Dimitrov. There were some minor questions about…
Read MoreAustin rescue groups work to recover, reunite pets lost or injured in Central Texas floods
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — Search and rescue crews found Superman, a brown dog with floppy ears, alone and scared on top of a pile of debris, after devastating floods hit the Hill Country and other parts of Central Texas this weekend. According to Austin Pets Alive!, Superman’s person died in the flood. They described the…
Read MoreFloods cause significant damage to area roads
[ad_1] KXAN (Austin, TX) – Multiple roadways in Central Texas have sustained significant damage from flooding during the 4th of July holiday weekend. Emergency officials continue to urge drivers to use extreme caution when driving, particularly in more rural parts of the area near bodies of water, as rain continues to fall. The extensive list…
Read MoreTrinity University football coach still searching for daughter missing from Camp Mystic after Texas floods: ‘Prayers for a miracle’
[ad_1] A Trinity University football coach is desperately searching for his young daughter who went missing from Camp Mystic during the Texas floods that killed at least 80 people “Asking for all prayers for a miracle for my baby girl Kellyanne,” Wade Lytal, offensive coordinator for the Trinity Tigers football team, posted to X. The…
Read MoreAbbott: Special session may address warnings after deadly Texas floods
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — State lawmakers could soon be back at the Capitol considering better warnings for flooding in Texas. Just days after the Guadalupe River rushed over its banks in Kerr County and nearby areas Gov. Greg Abbott confirmed to reporters a looming special session will focus on this critical issue. “(It’s) the way…
Read MoreAround 70 wildlife critters rescued after storms
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN)– Austin Wildlife Rescue said it has rescued around 70 animals following the deadly Independence Day flash flooding around Central Texas. Austin Wildlife Rescue (AWR) said this time of year is “baby season” for many of our wildlife critters, the major storms most impacted those that create nests or dens on the ground.…
Read MoreJennifer Garner, Maria Shriver and More Stars React to Devastating Texas Flood
[ad_1] Texas is facing an unimaginable tragedy. After catastrophic flooding struck central Texas on July 4, resulting in at least 70 fatalities, per NBC News, stars like Khloe Kardashian, Jennifer Garner and Maria Shriver spoke out about the devastation. “Today my prayers are with the families in Texas impacted by the flooding on the…
Read MoreExclusive | NYC voters torn over Zohran Mamdani’s big plans to hike taxes on wealthy, corporations: poll
[ad_1] Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani’s plans to hike taxes on corporations and wealthy New Yorkers has general election voters split, a new poll showed. Some 48% of voters were in favor of increasing the corporate tax on Big Apple-based companies to pay for free public transit and affordable housing — while 42% were in…
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