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Suspect accused of fatally stabbing brother at home in Pembroke Pines taken into custody

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

A suspect accused of killing his brother at their South Florida home was taken into custody.Pembroke Pines Police arrived at the home, located at 311 SW 71st Ave., Monday morning.According to police, the suspect, 61-year-old Donald Dubray, stabbed his brother, 63-year-old brother Edgar Dubray, to death. When officers arrived at the home, they found Donald sleeping inside.Residents in the area didn’t want to go on camera, but were shocked to wake up or come home to crime scene tape that blocked the road and multiple crime scene units that lined Southwest 71st Avenue.“I woke up this morning, cops everywhere,” said a neighbor. “This neighborhood is quiet, nothing ever goes on, nothing ever happens around here.Neighbors in the area told 7News that someone in the area became concerned and called police to conduct a welfare check. They also said that two brothers have lived at that home since they were children. “My neighbor called the police and had them jus...

Jason Taylor Foundation celebrates 19 years assisting 60 middle school students

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

A great moment for the kids as the 19th year of The Jason Taylor Foundation helped 60 deserving middle schoolers go back to school shopping. Jaelen Phillips was on hand to help shop as well as same with Emmanuel Ogbah Raheem Moestert and 7News’ Meteorologist Vivian Gonzalez. It was a memorable event for all and a great cause.

Manhole fire prompts power outage in South Boston

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

A manhole fire in South Boston drew an emergency response and knocked out power for area energy customers Monday night. The incident happened near the intersection of H Street and East Fourth Street and sent smoke billowing into the air at one point. Crews were on scene as of around 11 p.m. Firefighters at the scene said an underground electrical issue was likely to blame. As crews continued to work, several nearby buildings were visibly in the dark with no lights on. As of 11 p.m., Eversource in its online outage map documented 372 customers impacted by an outage that began around 10 p.m. close to the site of the manhole fire. This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.

Woman killed by Coaster train; investigation underway

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- A woman was hit and killed by a Coaster train Monday in the Bay Park neighborhood, authorities said. The crash occurred around 3:31 p.m. near the intersection of Morena Blvd. and Asher St., Sgt. Jason King with the San Diego County Sheriff's Department said in a news release.When officers arrived on scene, they found a woman who was hit by a northbound Coaster train, according to law enforcement. The woman was pronounced dead at the scene due to her injuries. Deadly crash prompts SR-67 closure near Ramona The identity of the woman has not been released at this time pending the autopsy from the San Diego County Medical Examiner's Office.An investigation is underway. If anyone has information about the case, they can call the sheriff's department's non-emergency line at (858) 565-5200.

4 alleged gunmen have been killed in a clash with security forces in Mexican border city

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Four people were killed Monday in a shootout with Mexican marines in the border city of Matamoros, triggering an alert to shelter in place from the U.S. consulate in the city across the Rio Grande from Brownsville, Texas.The Tamaulipas state communications office said via X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, that the clash occurred during an operation related to the investigation of a kidnapping. It said four civilians were killed. Authorities recovered guns and radios. No marines were injured.The Navy confirmed that its personnel were involved, but did not provide any details.The federal Attorney General’s Office did not respond to a request for information.On Monday morning, the U.S. Consulate in Matamoros issued an alert via X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, that employees were under a shelter in place order until 1:30 p.m. “due to gun violence occurring in the city.”In March, four Americans were abducted in Matamoros when one went for a schedule...

Taiwan’s President Tsai begins visit to remaining ally Eswatini in southern Africa

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen on Tuesday began a four-day trip to Eswatini, one of the island’s 13 remaining allies.Tsai, who is serving her last year as president, is visiting the country of 1.1 million people in southern Africa to “celebrate the friendship between the two countries,” she said, as she departed Taiwan.Since Tsai took office in 2016, China has started putting pressure on countries that have a diplomatic relationship with Taiwan to switch their formal recognition from Taiwan to China. Beijing has successfully poached 9 countries, leaving Taiwan with just 13 countries that acknowledge its statehood.Taiwan’s most recent diplomatic loss was Hondura s, which switched recognition to Beijing in March. Taiwan is a self-ruled island claimed by China. The two sides have been at odds since 1949 when the Communist Party won in the civil war against the Nationalists. The Nationalists fled to Taiwan and set up government on the island. China tod...

Man critically injures alleged home invader

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

CHICAGO — A man is in the hospital after he was shot after allegedly entering another man's home in Chicago’s Belmont Cragin neighborhood.CPD officers responded to the 2100 block of North Meade following several reports of an alleged attempted break-in just after 12:45 p.m. on Monday.Police say a man allegedly walked into a home in the area without permission and was shot twice by the 26-year-old homeowner.Neighbors in the area reported hearing three to five gunshots ring out sometime around noon and residents watched as first responders removed someone on a stretcher. ‘It seemed to be the only choice’: Suspect allegedly leaves note inside victim’s car after violent attack According to Chicago paramedics, a 35-year-old man was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Many longtime neighborhood residents who spoke to WGN News said the area is usually quiet and the sight of swarming police officers is rare.“For the most part, this block is general...

Labor Day’s 94 degrees missed the record by 1 degree. Heat, humidity, gusty SSW winds Tuesday—possible late day shower?

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

Better chance for gusty cold frontal thunderstorms late Tuesday nightONLY 7% OF CHICAGO'S LABOR DAYS SINCE THE HOLIDAY WAS DECLARED IN 1894 HAVE PRODUCED HIGHS TEMPS IN THE 90sThe hottest Chicago Labor Day was the 97 degrees reading recorded 69 years ago in 1954. 2023’s Labor-Day temp was 94 degrees and is the hottest Labor Day in the half century since 1973, one of the 8 hottest Labor Days of the past 129 years.Midwest temps have taken off in recent days. We’ve got a late season heat wave underway, and NOW HERE COMES THE HUMIDITY! Another hot humid day is ahead Tuesday and a humid day again Wednesday.Chicago recorded an official high of 94 degrees Sunday—3 degrees from the 1953, just a handful of degrees from the 1983 record of 95.AREAS WEST AND NORTH OF CHICAGO REALLY SIZZLEDHigh temps hit 100 degrees Sunday at Eau Claire and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 99 degrees at LaCrosse, WI, 98 at Mason City, Iowa and 97 at the Twin Cities and Duluth, MN. Huron, South Dakota recorded a high of 103 d...

Former Bowie HS student arrested at Austin campus Monday, principal letter says

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A former Bowie High School student was arrested Monday evening after they were found trespassing outside the campus' fine arts building, according to a letter KXAN obtained that was sent to campus families. KXAN also received several tips from people who identified themselves as parents of Bowie High School students who said an incident happened Monday night.In the letter, Bowie High School Principal Mark Robinson said no weapons were found within the student's possession, and they didn't make any threats during the encounter. Police conducted a search of the fine arts building and said it was safe, per the letter."Our campus was and remains safe; however, the arrest was made at gunpoint and may have been upsetting to witness," Robinson said in the letter. "If your child was exposed to this incident and needs support, please contact our counseling team at 512-414-5247."Extra Austin ISD Police officers will be on campus tomorrow out of an abundance of caution, along w...

Minnesota National Guard to assist Louisiana wildfire fight

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:05:50 GMT

The Minnesota National Guard is sending troops to provide emergency aviation support in the fight against severe wildfires in Louisiana, Gov. Tim Walz’s office announced.The Guard was preparing to send a team of 10 to12 service members and two UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters to support operations in Louisiana, with plans to depart Tuesday.“Minnesotans don’t stand by when there’s a call for help. Thank you to the members of the Minnesota National Guard for answering the call to help battle the wildfires raging through Louisiana,” Walz said in a prepared statement. “We’re committed to helping these communities in need and assisting our partners in Louisiana get these wildfires under control.”Louisiana is experiencing abnormally high temperatures, historic drought and dangerous wildfire conditions.Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards declared a state of emergency and requested aviation support under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact.Related ArticlesLocal News | Commission ...