| Massachusetts Dems react after DeSantis transports migrants into ritzy Martha's Vineyard: 'Evil and inhumane' | |
| Sep 15, 2022 | |
| Lawmakers in Massachusetts were tasked with caring for dozens of migrants Wednesday after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis sent two planes full of migrants to Martha’s Vineyard, a ritzy island located in Dukes County. On Wednesday, Democratic lawmakers voiced their criticism online after they were forced to act swiftly to provide them shelter, food, blankets and other necessities to the 50 migrants who now reside in their state. Rep. Dylan Fernandes, a local lawmaker who represents Martha's Vineyard as well as Falmouth, Nantucket and Gosnold, said on social media that he was part of the logistical effort to welcome the migrants, which he claimed DeSantis sent "to gain cheap political points." "Pulling into Martha's Vineyard right now. An island that welcomes immigrants and is stronger and more vibrant because of them," he wrote in a series of tweets. RON DESANTIS SENDS TWO PLANES OF ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS TO MARTHA'S VINEYARD "Currently immigrants are being dropped off on Martha's Vineyard by chartered flights from Texas," he said in another tweet. "Many don't know where they are. They say they were told they would be given housing and jobs. Islanders were given no notice but are coming together as a community to support them." In another tweet, Fernandes described the migrant drop-off as "evil and inhumane" and accused Republicans of using human lives "as political pawns." The representative also shared a selfie with some of the migrants, captioning the photo with a heart, and the American and Venezuelan flags. "Our island jumped into action putting together 50 beds, giving everyone a good meal, providing a play area for the children, making sure people have the healthcare and support they need," Fernandes tweeted. "We are a community that comes together to support immigrants." FLORIDA GOV. DESANTIS SAYS FUNDS ARE IN PLACE TO BUS ILLEGAL MIGRANTS OUT OF HIS STATE He added: "These immigrants were not met with chaos, they were met with compassion. We are a community & nation that is stronger because of immigrants. The community coming together with water, food, interpretation help, & resources to support these families represent the best of America." Massachusetts state Sen. Julian Cyr, who represents Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod and Nantucket, also tweeted about the migrant delivery, calling it a "developing situation." The office of Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker confirmed with Fox News Digital that it was aware of the situation and that local lawmakers provided short-term shelter to the migrants. "The Baker-Polito Administration is in touch with local officials regarding the arrival of migrants in Martha’s Vineyard," said Terry MacCormack, Baker's press secretary. "At this time, short-term shelter services are being provided by local officials, and the Administration will continue to support those efforts." DeSantis has repeatedly accused Democrats of incentivizing migrants to cross over the U.S.-Mexico border, which continues to see record-high crossings. The Florida governor has since promised to transport illegal immigrants to progressive states, which now includes the New England state in addition to Washington D.C., Delaware and New York. Fox News Digital previously reported that DeSantis is using $12 million in Florida’s budget approved by the state legislature to relocate the illegal immigrants from his state. Fox News’ Jessica Chasmar contributed to this report. | |
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| Small on-stage fire extinguished during Panic at the Disco Concert; no injuries reported | |
| Sep 15, 2022 | |
| While there wasn't a panic at the Panic at the Disco concert, there were flames. A small fire started on stage during the pop band's concert in Minnesota Wednesday night. Social media videos showed the crowd at St. Paul’s Xcel Energy Center cheering after a stagehand put out the fire with an extinguisher as the band appeared to continue to play. "It's not a Panic at the disco concert unless the pyro machine catches fire #panicatthedisco," @purplecoati tweeted. FANS FLEE WIZ KHALIFA CONCERT IN MASS PANIC AMID UNFOUDNED CONCERNS OF A SHOOTING The fire remained small and contained on the stage. No injuries have been reported inside the arena, which held about 7,500 fans, according to the Pioneer Press. 18 LARGE FIRES BURNING IN OREGON AND WASHINGTON @Stpaulgirl3 tweeted "My son and my daughter were both there. My son is an engineer who did his masters work on crowd safety, so you bet he was prepared. They both got out fine. They said the band was well prepared with fire extinguishers." Overall, the Wednesday night performance seemed to get a good response, with Pioneer Press critic Ross Raihala writing, ‘Viva’ is packed with towering arena rock epics that [lead singer Brendon] Urie absolutely nailed. The most compelling moments, though, were the quieter ones. A song about a relationship ending in death, 'Don’t Let the Light Go Out,' is easily the strongest of the bunch with a real emotional resonance. And ‘All by Yourself’ is such a savvy, cheeky rehash of Eric Carmen’s classic ‘All by Myself,’ they gave him a writing credit." Raihala didn't mention the fire in his story, implying it wasn't a showstopper - at least for long. The band is on their "Viva Las Vengeance Tour" currently making their way through the U.S. and Canada. The tour runs through October before leaving for Europe. The Xcel Energy Center didn't immediately respond to Fox News' overnight request for comment. | |
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| Giants' Kadarius Toney not bothered by lack of playing time in Week 1 win: 'I did my job' | |
| Sep 15, 2022 | |
| New York Giants first-round pick Kadarius Toney did not see many offensive snaps against the Tennessee Titans on Sunday, and he is perfectly fine with it. Why? His team chalked up a win on their record to start the season. "If I played two plays, one play, and we won, bro, I don’t really care nothing about getting in," he told reporters via NJ.com. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM One would think Toney, a highly-gifted wide receiver that has showcased his ability to make defenders miss with quick cuts and speed, wanted to see more time on the field. While that likely is the case, he took the team approach: He just wants to win. "Disappointed in a victory? Disappointed in winning? You sound crazy," Toney said. BRIAN DABOLL SHOWS OFF BEST DANCE MOVES WITH GIANTS PLAYERS AFTER UPSET WIN Toney was fully healthy entering the game, though he was dealing with an injury prior to Week 1. He played just seven offensive snaps out of the total 60 and was not targeted once. However, he did have the ball handed off to him twice, one of which he took for 19 yards. Wan’Dale Robinson, the team’s second-round pick out of Kentucky, went down with a knee injury in the first quarter. Still, it was Richie James, the wide receiver who signed with the Giants this offseason, that filled in for him in the slot. James finished the game with five receptions and 59 yards on the day, playing 42 snaps for Big Blue. With a new regime in place, led by head coach Brian Daboll, things are expected to be different in East Rutherford, N.J. However, Toney’s playing time was not expected to be in question, at least not this early in the campaign. Sure, wide receiver is a deep group with Kenny Golladay, Sterling Shepard and others on the depth chart. Toney’s talent is undeniable, though, and fits the new offensive scheme that offensive coordinator Mike Kafka developed with Daboll. Will Toney’s playing time be more of the same moving forward? The Giants’ home opener against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday might answer that question. NEW YORK GIANTS 2022-2023 NFL SCHEDULE Either way, Toney is going to relish in the team’s first win, something they did just four times in 17 games during his rookie season last year. He will also continue to prepare for each game like he is playing every snap. "I get paid to play, not coach," Toney said. "I don’t know what the plan was. At the end of the day, I just prepared as if I was going in and playing every play. I don’t know what else to say. "At the end of the day, I did my job. I get paid to do one thing – do my job." | |
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| Chris Paul says NBA punishment on Suns owner Robert Sarver 'fell short' | |
| Sep 15, 2022 | |
| Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul responded to the NBA’s punishment of Suns owner Robert Sarver, saying that the league "fell short" with it. Paul, who was the former president of the National Basketball Players Association, joins the likes of LeBron James and others that have spoken out about Sarver and how the NBA is giving him a one-year suspension and $10 million fine for making racist and misogynistic remarks. "Like many others, I reviewed the report," Paul said via Twitter. "I was and am horrified and disappointed by what I read. This conduct especially towards women is unacceptable and must never be repeated. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM "I am of the view that the sanctions fell short in truly addressing what we can all agree was atrocious behavior. My heart goes out to all of the people that were affected." An investigation was opened up on Sarver in November 2021 after allegations of racism and misogynistic behavior. The NBA found that Sarver "engaged in conduct that clearly violated common workplace standards, as reflected in team and league rules and policies. This conduct included the use of racially insensitive language, unequal treatment of female employees, sex-related statements and conduct and harsh treatment of employees that on occasion constituted bullying." It was also found that Sarver "repeated the N-word when recounting the statements of others" at least five times and made many "sex-related" and other inappropriate comments in the workplace. NBA CHAMP MATT BARNES BELIEVES ROBERT SARVER WAS ‘PERFECT CANDIDATE’ TO GET KICKED OUT OF NBA This is not the first time Paul has had to deal with a team owner who was found to have this behavior. Ex-Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling was forced to sell the team after being caught on tape making racist remarks. Paul was the leader in that locker room, as he is now with the Suns, in 2014. NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he has no jurisdiction to make Sarver sell the Suns or the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury. The five-member committee that worked on the investigation said Sarver’s remarks were not motivated by "racial or gender-based animus." "I think if they had made findings that, in fact, his conduct was motivated by racial animus, absolutely that would have had an impact on the ultimate outcome here. But that's not what they found," Silver said via ESPN. James was blunter than Paul. Though not a member of the Suns, James’ comments carry weight being one of the most recognizable faces in basketball. "Read through the Sarver stories a few times now," he wrote on Twitter. "I gotta be honest…Our league definitely got this wrong. I don’t need to explain why. Y’all read the stories and decide for yourself. I said it before and I’m gonna say it again, there is no place in this league for that kind of behavior. "I love this league and I deeply respect our leadership. But this isn’t right. There is no place for misogyny, sexism, and racism in any work place. Don’t matter if you own the team or play for the team. We hold our league up as an example of our values and this ain't it." "Good leadership requires accountability," Sarver said in his own statement. "For the Suns and Mercury organizations, that begins with me. While I disagree with some of the particulars of the NBA’s report, I would like to apologize for my words and actions that offended our employees. I take full responsibility for what I have done. I am sorry for causing this pain, and these errors in judgment are not consistent with my personal philosophy or my values." The investigation had 320 witnesses come forward regarding Sarver’s comments and actions, the league said. | |
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| Tennessee shelter puppies share namesake with Backstreet Boys after special visit | |
| Sep 15, 2022 | |
| A litter of puppies at a Tennessee shelter experienced a larger than life meeting last week with a popular 90s boy band. The Backstreet Boys were in the Volunteer state for their Sept. 8 concert at Nashville's Bridgestone Arena when they decided to invite a few pups to visit and participate in a "special production shoot," according to the Nashville Humane Association on Facebook. The organization sent five shepherd mixes between nine and 10 weeks old to hang out with the group, which consists of Nick Carter, Howie Dorough, AJ McLean, Brian Littrell and Kevin Richardson. 4K BEAGLES SUCCESSFULLY RESCUED FROM VIRGINIA BREEDING FACILITY IN SEARCH OF LOVING HOMES During the visit, each puppy was named after a band member and given the opportunity to take a picture with their namesake. The association shared its gratefulness on Facebook for the "superstardom support" in raising awareness for adopting shelter dogs. THINKING OF ADOPTING A SHELTER DOG? HERE'S WHAT YOU MUST KNOW CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT NEWSLETTER The four-legged celebrities began showing up as available for adoption on the NHA's website on Tuesday. A sixth littermate named Millennium, who did not participate in the visit, was also listed on the site. As of Wednesday night, only Howie, AJ and Nick were awaiting adoption. | |
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| For Hispanic Heritage Month, a spotlight on Roberto Clemente, sports hero and humanitarian | |
| Sep 15, 2022 | |
| The story of Roberto Clemente is a story that goes beyond baseball — and it's why a new book series for children just launched from Hispanic Star has profiled the star and highlighted his life story for children of all ages, in both English and Spanish. This year of 2022 marks the 50th anniversary of Clemente's death in 1972 — a year of enormous achievement for him but also one of great sadness for his family and friends after his untimely passing at the very end of that year. In 1972 the star right fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates won his 12th Golden Glove and notched his 3,000th-career hit. LATINO LEADER WORKS TO INSTILL ‘PRIDE AND COMMUNITY’ AS BOOK SERIES SPOTLIGHTS AMERICAN HEROES After a devastating earthquake hit Nicaragua that year, Clemente — born in Puerto Rico — joined in on relief efforts to help people in need, according to many reports. Clemente boarded a plane on New Year’s Eve to help ensure that supplies would reach the recipients for which those supplies were intended. However, according to multiple reports, the aircraft he chartered crashed shortly after taking off from Puerto Rico on Dec. 31, 1972. Clemente and four others perished in the crash. He was only 38 years old. Clemente was the youngest of seven children — and as an adult, he gave back to others in a way that many people didn't realize or appreciate during his lifetime. Among the points made in his obituary: He was born to Don Melchor Clemente and Luisa Walker on August 18, 1934. "He loved spending time with his kids and playing baseball for the Pittsburgh Pirates … Survivors include Mother Luisa Walker, Father Don Melchor Clemente Brothers Andres Clemente, Justino Clemente and Osvaldo Clemente, Sisters Rosa Oquendo and Anairis Clemente. Wife Vera Cristina Zabala and Children Roberto Clemente Jr., Roberto Enrique Walker and Luis Roberto Walker." His life story and that of many others is why Claudia Romo Edelman, creator of Hispanic Star, said in a recent telephone interview with Fox News Digital that America is made of stars — and "we Hispanics are among them." Edelman is a humanitarian leader of Hispanic heritage who lived and worked for 25 years in Europe before moving to the U.S. eight years ago with her two children. She is on a mission now to set the record straight about Americans of Latino background — and to showcase their contributions to the U.S. Born in Mexico City, Mexico, and today based in New York City, Romo Edelman founded the We Are All Human (WAAH) foundation. The group aims to "reveal, elevate and celebrate the best of humanity," according to the organization's website. To coincide with the start of Hispanic Heritage Month on Sept. 15 (which runs through Oct. 15), the book series from Hispanic Star will shine a spotlight on the contributions and accomplishments of Americans of Hispanic heritage. Published by Roaring Brook Press as part of the Macmillan Children's Publishing Group, the series opens a window into the lives of a range of Americans who have made contributions to our nation in many fields, including philanthropy, sports, the arts and more. "Hispanic Star: Roberto Clemente," coauthored with Sara Echenique and illustrated by Manuel Gutierrez, was just published on Sept. 6, 2022. Said Romo Edelman, "I want the Hispanic Star series to be a source of inspiration and pride for the next generation — and for Hispanics to be recognized for their incredible contributions to this country," she added. Six initial books comprise the series. "By the end of next year, there will be a boxed set — a collection of books to give as gifts to children, to schools, to libraries — ideally allowing every Latino child to have access to their heroes," said Romo Edelman. From "Hispanic Star: Roberto Clemente": Roberto used his incredible baseball skills and accomplishments to help reach people. Over time, his many efforts grew into something bigger than himself. Children learned to love baseball and other sports because of the passion he had for his own. He inspired some to accomplish what no one has done before. He moved others to help people and make a difference, to not "waste their time on this earth." How will you make the most of your time here? From "Hispanic Star: Roberto Clemente," copyright 2022 by We Are All Human Foundation, written by Claudia Romo Edelman and Sara E. Echenique, and illustrated by Manuel Gutierrez, is published by Roaring Brook Press. Used with permission. | |
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| The tragedies of 9/11 and COVID-19 gave me a new appreciation for freedom | |
| Sep 15, 2022 | |
| "After the tragedy, New Yorkers are more united than ever in their vision, as well as in appreciation what living in freedom means -- and that if we stand together, we can accomplish anything." -Governor George E. Pataki On Sunday, the twenty-first anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks, I was invited to attend a memorial reception with George Pataki, New York’s fifty-third governor. I was honored to be one of five people chosen to receive his annual Freedom Award for the advocacy I’ve done over the last several years on behalf of the families whose loved ones died after contracting COVID-19 in nursing homes. My husband Sean Newman, a Battalion Chief with the New York City Fire Department, came with me, on a day that was already filled with grief and sorrow for him. On 9/11, he lost all 12 of the men in his firehouse who were working that day as they ran into the World Trade Center before they fell to the ground. And now, over two years later he’s still mourning the loss of his parents who both died from coronavirus during the height of the pandemic in their separate elder care facilities. WHAT HAPPENED IN 2020 WITH COVID IN NY NURSING HOMES SHOULD BE CONSIDERED A CATASTROPHIC EVENT But our gathering in midtown Manhattan with Gov. Pataki was uplifting and his foundation has been committed to doing wonderful work for New Yorkers. We were surrounded by people who had also lost loved ones, but have been turning their loss into something good: bringing awareness to the meaning of freedom in our country. As I was accepting the award on Sunday afternoon, I realized that there is a link to what I’ve been fighting for after the loss of my in-laws, and the attacks on our country September 11, 2001. It is the incredible freedom we have here in the United States. That freedom was assaulted 21 years ago when the planes crashed into the buildings in lower Manhattan -- taking the lives of thousands of Americans with them including 343 members of the FDNY. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE JANICE DEAN PODCAST It was an attack on the American way of life that so many have died for including the men and women who went to work that day and never came home. COVID VICTIMS WHO DIED IN NY NURSING HOMES DESERVE JUSTICE. I WON'T STOP FIGHTING FOR THEM A part of our belief system as Americans is about how much we cherish our freedom. Unfortunately, it must be constantly defended. Today, I am thankful that I live in a country where those freedoms allow us to call out injustice where we see it, even in government. Those rights gave me a voice to fight against COVID-19 policies in nursing homes following the tragic deaths of my in-laws. Deaths that revealed not only poor governance but abject corruption in New York state. Freedom is hard. Freedom is messy. But anything less is oppression. CLICK HERE TO GET THE OPINION NEWSLETTER We have a precious right as Americans that we can never let go. Everyone has a right to a voice that deserves to be heard. And I am grateful to use my voice on behalf of others that no longer have one. Thank you, Gov. Pataki and your foundation for celebrating democracy and freedom on a day when we all needed to hear something positive. And thank you, too, for the incredible honor of receiving such an important award and recognition. I won’t forget your kindness and I am grateful to you for remembering the lives we lost on 9/11 and the over 15,000 cherished souls we lost in New York nursing homes. | |
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