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The Vikings are relishing Brian Flores running their defense as long as they can

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings stumbled to an 0-3 start, endured seven games without superstar wide receiver Justin Jefferson and have started three different quarterbacks after king-of-durability Kirk Cousins went down with a season-ending injury.How, then, have they managed to maintain control of a spot in the playoffs with five games to go? That’s a tribute to Brian Flores, whose bold debut as Minnesota’s defensive coordinator will undoubtedly put him in the conversation for head coach vacancies around the NFL when the next hiring cycle begins.“I’m having a great time coaching this team. I am thankful for the opportunity to coach this group of guys,” Flores said. “It’s fun group to coach. They work hard. It’s important to them.”Flores has not only rejuvenated a defense that had been struggling for the last three years — and even through the first three weeks of this season — but served as a valuable confidant to head coach Kevin O’Connell as the Viking...

Zumiez: Fiscal Q3 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

LYNNWOOD, Wash. (AP) — LYNNWOOD, Wash. (AP) — Zumiez Inc. (ZUMZ) on Thursday reported a loss of $2.2 million in its fiscal third quarter.On a per-share basis, the Lynnwood, Washington-based company said it had a loss of 12 cents.The results surpassed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 17 cents per share.The clothing retailer posted revenue of $216.3 million in the period, also topping Street forecasts. Five analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $213.4 million.For the current quarter ending in January, Zumiez said it expects revenue in the range of $275 million to $281 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on ZUMZ at https://www.zacks.com/ap/ZUMZSource

Unions in Wisconsin sue to reverse collective bargaining restrictions on teachers, others

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

Seven unions representing teachers and other public workers in Wisconsin filed a lawsuit Thursday attempting to end the state’s near-total ban on collective bargaining for most public employees.The 2011 law, known as Act 10, has withstood numerous legal challenges over the past dozen years and was the signature legislative achievement of former Republican Gov. Scott Walker, who used it to mount a presidential run.The latest lawsuit is the first since the Wisconsin Supreme Court flipped to liberal control in August. But it was filed in a county circuit court — unlike other major cases that have gone directly to the Supreme Court since its ideological shift — and will likely take more than a year to make its way up for a final ruling.The Act 10 law effectively ended collective bargaining for most public unions by allowing them to bargain solely over base wage increases no greater than inflation. It also disallowed the automatic withdrawal of union dues, required annual recertifi...

18-year-old arrested in string of at least 18 robberies along DC trail

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

At least 18 separate robberies occurred along or near the Metropolitan Branch Trail in D.C. over the past month or so, according to police. (WTOP/Nick Iannelli) At least 18 separate robberies occurred along or near the Metropolitan Branch Trail in D.C. over the past month or so, according to police. (WTOP/Nick Iannelli) An 18-year-old man has been arrested and charged in a total of 18 robberies that happened in the span of about a month near the Metropolitan Branch Trail in Northeast D.C., according to police.D.C. police 5th District Commander Sylvan Altieri said the teen was arrested Tuesday and faces armed robbery and other robbery related charges. Officers were patrolling the trail Tuesday afternoon — due to a ...

Stock market today: Wall Street closes out its best month in more than a year

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

Stocks closed mostly higher Thursday as the market ended November with its biggest monthly gain in more than a year.The S&P 500 rose 0.4% after drifting between small gains and losses. The benchmark index rose 8.9% in November, its biggest monthly gain since July 2022. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 1.5%, while the Nasdaq composite slipped 0.2%. Both indexes also posted solid gains for the month, finishing with gains of 8.8% and 10.7%, respectively. The market marched steadily higher for much of November as investors grew hopeful that the Federal Reserve is finally done raising interest rates, which fight inflation by slowing the economy. Those hopes got more support with a report that the Fed’s preferred measure of inflation cooled last month.November’s rally was also driven largely by the technology sector, where several companies with high values tend to disproportionately impact the market. Microsoft gained 12.1% for the month, while Nvidia rose 14.7%. Also, Treasur...

Jets’ Aaron Rodgers still focused on playing again this season and perhaps before Dec. 24

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — Aaron Rodgers fully intends to play again this season for the New York Jets and he hasn’t ruled out being back on the field for a game in a few weeks.The quarterback has been making a remarkably quick recovery since tearing his left Achilles tendon four snaps into his debut with the Jets on Sept. 11. Rodgers, speaking to local reporters Thursday, returned to practice Wednesday — the three-month anniversary of his surgery — but said he’s not yet close to being able to play. He acknowledged he won’t be 100% healthy if he returns less than four months after surgery and added that it “wouldn’t make sense” to rush his return if the Jets (4-7) are out of the playoff hunt. But he also left open the door for him to be back under center before his initial goal of Dec. 24 against Washington, saying he plans to ramp up his practice activities next week.“I think anything’s possible,” Rodgers said.The four-time NFL MVP said he needs to make sure ...

UiPath: Fiscal Q3 Earnings Snapshot

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — NEW YORK (AP) — UiPath Inc. (PATH) on Thursday reported a loss of $31.5 million in its fiscal third quarter.The New York-based company said it had a loss of 6 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for stock option expense and amortization costs, were 12 cents per share.The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of seven analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 7 cents per share.The enterprise automation software developer posted revenue of $325.9 million in the period, also topping Street forecasts. Six analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $315.5 million.For the current quarter ending in January, UiPath said it expects revenue in the range of $381 million to $386 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on PATH at https://www.zacks.com/ap/PATHSource

Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood gives first look at roulette, sports betting kiosks ahead of debut; venue offering free craps lessons

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

Days before casinos in Florida begin offering more ways to play, a Broward County hotspot is giving a sneak peek at the new options that will soon become available in the state.7News cameras on Wednesday captured some of the new additions at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood ahead of their Dec. 7 debut.“I think, with adding craps and roulette, we’re going to add some new customers to South Florida,” said Bo Guidry, president of Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.The in-person sports book goes live next week as well, with kiosks to place bets and large flat-screens to watch the games from the bar. The new additions are part of a deal signed back in 2021 between the state and the Seminole Tribe — a deal that will send at least $2.5 billion to Florida in just the first five years.Legal issues slowed everything down, but In October, the U.S. Supreme Court have it the go-ahead.“We’re so excited, with a monumental task to get ...

Hyatt Regency Miami settles with state, pays $5k fine over minor’s presence at Christmas-themed drag show

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

The Hyatt Regency Miami has agreed to a $5,000 settlement with the state following a Christmas-themed drag show.“A Drag Queen Christmas” was held in 2022 at the hotel-affiliated James L. Knight Center where a minor was present.As part of the settlement, the venue will enforce a ban on minors attending “sexually-explicit events,” even when accompanied by an adult.

Florida Supreme Court: Law enforcement isn’t required to withhold victims’ names

Published Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:12:52 GMT

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida law enforcement agencies began refusing to publicly release crime victims’ names after voters passed a victims’ rights constitutional amendment, but the state Supreme Court ruled on Thursday they weren’t required to do so.Legally, the name of a crime victim doesn’t have to be withheld from the public, the court ruled. The amendment, rather, protects information that could be used to locate and harass a victim.“One’s name, standing alone, is not that kind of information or record; it communicates nothing about where the individual can be found and bothered,” the court ruled.Marsy’s Law was passed by voters five years ago and allows crime victims or their families to request their names be withheld from public documents. The ruling was on a case focused on whether Tallahassee police officers who fatally shot armed suspects could claim they were crime victims, and thus prevent the city from releasing their names. But the court ru...