Title: “Experience a Cozy Midweek on Long Island with Rainy Tunes for Thursday”
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Embrace the warmth this Wednesday as Long Island offers a cozy respite before the rainy weather sets in. Take advantage of the pleasant temperatures and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the charming streets of Long Island, or cozy up with a hot cup of coffee at your favorite local cafe.
As Thursday approaches, prepare for the soothing sound of raindrops tapping against your window. Embrace the rainy weather with a good book, a warm blanket, and your favorite playlist. Let the gentle pitter-patter of rain provide the perfect backdrop for a day of relaxation and rejuvenation.
Whether you choose to bask in the warmth of Wednesday or unwind with the rainy tunes of Thursday, Long Island offers the perfect combination of comfort and tranquility. So sit back, relax, and let the weather guide you through a midweek break that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Tuesday is a FOX 26 Storm Alert Day. Foggy and drizzly weather this morning with scattered storms by late morning and through the afternoon. While we are not expecting a widespread outbreak of severe storms or flooding, isolated spots, especially along and north of I-10 could receive 3-4″ of rain, so street flooding is possible from midday Tuesday through early Wednesday.
HOUSTON – Today is a FOX 26 Storm Alert Day. Foggy and drizzly weather on Tuesday morning with scattered storms by late morning and through the afternoon.
A few downpours could be heavy with temperature highs in the mid-70s.
See the live weather radar in the video player above.
Houston weather for Tuesday
Isolated Street Flooding:
While we are not expecting a widespread outbreak of severe storms or flooding, isolated spots, especially along and north of I-10 could receive 3-4″ of rain, so street flooding is possible from midday today through early Wednesday. 1-2″ of rain should be common with a few streaks of 3-4″.
Chilly Air On The Way:
A cold front will move through Wednesday afternoon that will sweep the rain and fog away and bring a few chillier days. It won’t be frigid and freezing temps aren’t likely, but for Thursday and Valentine’s Day Friday, expect lows in the 40s with chilly winds. Highs could be stuck in the 50s on Thursday and 60s on Friday. A few isolated showers are possible as well.
More Rain This Weekend:
A line of storms could kick off the holiday weekend with a few heavy downpours on Saturday. That system should move through fairly quickly and will be followed by more chilly air. Lows could fall into the upper 30s and low 40s on Sunday morning and a very light freeze is possible on Monday (Presidents Day) morning.
Houston residents should be prepared for scattered rain and heavy downpours on Tuesday, as a weather system moves through the area. The National Weather Service is forecasting periods of showers throughout the day, with the potential for localized flooding in low-lying areas.
It’s important to stay weather aware and take precautions if you have to be out and about. Remember to drive carefully, as roads may be slick, and never attempt to drive through flooded areas. Keep an eye on local news and weather updates for the latest information on the forecast.
Peoria, Ill. (WMBD) — The month of January was a cold month, and while we received snow on 11 days of the month, we only managed to pick up 5.3 inches of snow putting us more than 2.0 inches below average bringing our seasonal snowfall deficit to more than 8 inches. The start of February doesn’t look as cold as January, but all signs point to a fairly active month of weather.
NOAA’s February Outlook
Weak La Niña conditions are present across the eastern Pacific Ocean and this is expected to have a big influence on the weather pattern across North America over the next month or two. While specific details such as how cold we’ll get or how much snow we’ll see are unknown, NOAA’s predictions are based on probabilities; they tell us what our chances are of being near, above, or below average when it comes to temperatures and precipitation.
Temperature Outlook Their outlook for calls for greater chances of above average temperatures across the south, Ohio River Valley, and New England while saying there’s a better chance for temperatures to be below average across the northern U.S. In Central Illinois the forecast is more uncertain and they give us an “Equal Chance” of experiencing near average, above average, or below average temperatures. While this is a complicated way of saying they don’t know what will happen in the end, it does suggest we could be in for some big fluctuations in temperature throughout the month.
Precipitation Outlook NOAA has a little more confidence in this forecast and calls for greater chances of above average precipitation across the Pacific Northwest and the Midwest, including Central Illinois, while chances for below average precipitation are higher across the deep south. This is the pattern that is fairly typical for La Niña winters.
It’s important to note that this does not mean we will experience above average snowfall. It just means that precipitation as a whole is more likely to end up above average. It appears the storm track is going to be quite active through the month of February which will likely lead to everything from snow and freezing rain to thunderstorms throughout the Midwest, and this forecast very much references that.
As an interesting side note… Seven of our top 10 snowiest Februarys have all occurred since 2007. Out of those seven, four of those occurred during La Niña winters. Those La Niñas were generally moderate to strong while this year’s La Niña has been weak. Is there a correlation or just coincidence? To answer that is going to take a more thorough study to figure it out, but it is an interesting observation.
Top 10 Snowiest Februarys on Record
Year
Observed Snowfall
La Niña
El Niño
Neutral
Unknown
2014
22.9 Inches
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2011
20.9 Inches
√ (Strong)
2022
19.2 Inches
√ (Moderate)
2010
18.3 Inches
√ (Moderate)
2008
17.0 Inches
√ (Strong)
1893
16.5 Inches
√
1989
15.2 Inches
√ (Strong)
2021
14.7 Inches
√ (Moderate)
1986
13.9 Inches
√
2007
13.3 Inches
√ (Weak)
NOAA’s Early Spring Outlook
With Gertie and Phil’s predictions just a few days away, here’s NOAA’s thoughts on the next few months. Their three month outlook that runs from February through April carries much of the same themes we’re seeing in February, greater chances for above average precipitation across the Midwest and an uncertain temperature outlook.
Guidance suggest that Central Illinois could be in for an active Spring and it wouldn’t be surprising if we have an active severe weather season. La Niña will be on it’s way out this spring and studies have shown that parts of the Midwest as well as the southeast tend to see above average severe weather seasons during the transition.
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has just released their outlook for the month of February, and it looks like we can expect an active weather pattern ahead.
According to NOAA, there is a high likelihood of above-average precipitation across much of the country, with the potential for heavy rain and snowfall in many regions. This could lead to an increased risk of flooding, especially in areas already saturated from previous storms.
In addition to the wet weather, NOAA is also predicting a continuation of the unsettled conditions that have been plaguing much of the country in recent weeks. This could mean more frequent bouts of severe weather, including thunderstorms, high winds, and possibly even some winter storms in parts of the country.
As always, it’s important to stay informed and prepared for whatever Mother Nature may throw our way. Be sure to keep an eye on local weather forecasts and heed any warnings or advisories issued by NOAA and other official sources.
Stay safe out there, and let’s all hope for a smoother ride through February’s wild weather!
Around 75,000 Spectators Expected At San Siro For AC Milan Vs Inter Milan Serie A Derby Clash
Over 75,000 spectators are expected at the San Siro this evening for the Serie A derby clash between AC Milan and Inter Milan.
This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. They report that the fixture could very well set a gate receipt record for Italian football.
Inter and Milan face off in the derby this evening.
The Nerazzurri and the Rossoneri are meeting for the third time this season. They’ve already played derby matches in Serie A and the Supercoppa Italiana.
Milan won both of those matches. They have taken hold of the derby after having lost six straight matches in the fixture previously.
Therefore, the stakes will certainly be high. Inter Milan will want revenge in addition to three vital points in the title race.
And AC Milan will be determined to get a statement result in what’s been a turbulent season.
75,000+ Spectators Expected At San Siro For AC Milan Vs Inter Derby
Naturally, this evening’s match has sold out.
Therefore, the Gazzetta report, there will be over 75,000 spectators at the San Siro.
Inter Milan supporters celebrate the scudetto after the Italian Serie A football match between Inter Milan and Torino outside the San Siro Stadium in Milan, on April 28, 2024. Inter clinched their 20th Scudetto with a 2-1 victory over AC Milan on April 22, 2024. (Photo by Piero CRUCIATTI / AFP) (Photo by PIERO CRUCIATTI/AFP via Getty Images)
This derby is nominally a “home” fixture for Milan. Therefore, the majority of the fans in the stadium will be Rossoneri supporters.
Moreover, Milan will cash in on the gate receipts for the match. And according to the Gazzetta, these could be record-breaking.
Meanwhile, the Gazzetta confirm that Milan ultras the Curva Sud will be back in full voice after some recent protests against the club ownership.
And Milan should present the signing of striker Santiago Gimenez from Feyenoord prior to kickoff.
The highly-anticipated Serie A derby clash between AC Milan and Inter Milan is set to draw in around 75,000 spectators at the iconic San Siro stadium. The fierce rivalry between these two Milan giants always guarantees a thrilling match filled with passion, intensity, and drama.
Both teams are currently vying for the top spot in the Serie A standings, adding an extra layer of excitement to this already heated rivalry. With star players such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Romelu Lukaku, and Lautaro Martinez set to take the field, fans can expect a highly competitive and entertaining match.
The atmosphere at the San Siro is sure to be electric, with fans from both sides showing their unwavering support for their respective teams. With so much at stake and bragging rights on the line, this derby clash is sure to be one for the books.
So, if you’re a fan of Italian football or simply enjoy watching intense rivalries unfold, be sure to tune in and witness the spectacle that is the Milan derby at the San Siro. It’s bound to be a match you won’t want to miss.
In addition to his regular crew of coaches, which includes head corner Eric Nicksick, Strickland will receive some extra advice from UFC light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira.
The Brazilian is set to corner Strickland for his fight against du Plessis after they actually fought back in 2022. Since then, Pereira and Strickland have trained together and become friends while also no longer competing in the same weight class.
Pereira is expected to serve as the fourth coach in Strickland’s corner per Nicksick, who confirmed the news to MMA Fighting on Tuesday after initially revealing his plans to The Schmo on YouTube.
Strickland is attempting to reclaim the middleweight title after he lost the belt to du Plessis back in January 2024 in a razor close decision. Since that time, Strickland went onto beat perennial contender Paulo Costa to put himself in a position to get another shot at the belt.
Meanwhile, du Plessis vanquished longtime foe Israel Adesanya with an impressive submission victory this past August in his first title defense.
Following his win over Adesanya last year, du Plessis actually welcomed a future fight against Pereira after he posted a photo on Instagram saying he was interested in returning to middleweight for at least one more appearance to take on the new champion from South Africa.
The fighters exchanged a few more words over social media and through interviews but an actual bout between them never came to fruition.
Instead, du Plessis can just look across the octagon on Feb. 8 when he’s facing Strickland and he’ll see Pereira staring right back at him.
Alex Pereira, the former kickboxing champion turned MMA star, is expected to corner Sean Strickland for his upcoming title fight against Dricus du Plessis at UFC 312. Pereira, known for his devastating striking and knockout power, will bring his wealth of experience and expertise to Strickland’s corner as he prepares to face off against du Plessis for the middleweight championship.
Strickland, coming off a dominant performance in his last fight, is looking to continue his winning streak and capture the title in what promises to be a highly anticipated matchup. With Pereira in his corner, Strickland will have a seasoned coach and mentor by his side, helping him to navigate the challenges of facing a formidable opponent like du Plessis.
Fans can expect an electrifying fight between two elite middleweight contenders, with Pereira’s guidance adding an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup. As the countdown to UFC 312 begins, all eyes will be on Strickland and du Plessis as they prepare to battle it out for the title, with Pereira playing a crucial role in Strickland’s corner. Stay tuned for what promises to be an unforgettable night of action-packed MMA.
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And select locations for Big Lots, rue21, Rite Aid and others.
They all represent an ongoing wave of store closures in the Pittsburgh area in the new year and recent months in what’s expected to be a second big year in a row in which closures outpace new store openings in the shopping center industry throughout the country.
New research by Coresight Research projects there will be nearly 15,000 store closings in the United States in 2025, in contrast to 5,800 new store openings, suggesting a net closing of more than 9,000 stores. According to the research firm, the expected closings to come in 2025, of which there’s already been nearly 2,000 already, comes after spike of 7,325 closures last year, the most since the pandemic-marred year of 2020. The research put the new store openings last year at 5,970, which Coresight indicated was “the highest number of store openings since 2012″ and represented a net loss of 1,355 stores for the year.
The recent increase in store closings in the Pittsburgh area is expected to create more opportunity than vacant space, according to a report by WPXI. With several major retailers shutting their doors, there is now a high demand for new businesses to fill these empty spaces.
This trend presents a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs and small businesses looking to expand or establish a presence in the Pittsburgh market. The decrease in competition from larger retailers could make it easier for smaller businesses to attract customers and grow their customer base.
Additionally, the influx of new businesses into these vacant spaces could bring new life and energy to the local economy. As more stores open up, residents will have more options for shopping, dining, and entertainment, which could lead to increased foot traffic and overall economic growth in the area.
Overall, the increase in store closings in the Pittsburgh area may seem like a negative development, but it could actually be a blessing in disguise for those looking to launch a new business or expand their existing one. As the saying goes, when one door closes, another one opens – and in this case, it could lead to exciting new opportunities for entrepreneurs in the Pittsburgh area.
Twice as many retail stores will close in the U.S. this year than were shuttered last year, and many more stores will close than open, according to Coresight Research.
“Inflation and a growing preference among consumers to shop online to find the cheapest deals took a … [+] toll on brick-and-mortar retailers in 2024,” said Coresight CEO Deborah Weinswig. (Photo by: Michael Siluk/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
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Key Facts
Retailers will close up to 15,000 stores this year, more than double the 7,325 closures in 2024 and breaking the closure record set in 2020 during the pandemic.
Retailers are projected to open only 5,800 stores, slightly less than the 5,970 opened last year, but representing a widening gap favoring closings over openings.
Retailers have announced three-times more store closures this year compared to the same time last year and about 30% fewer openings.
To date, retailers have announced over 2,000 closures, with bankrupt Party City (738 closing) and Big Lots (601) leading the field, followed by Walgreens Boots Alliance (333), 7-Eleven (148), Macy’s (51) and Kohl’s (27).
Some 1,000 store openings in 2025 have been announced, topped by Aldi (170 new stores), followed by JD Sports (124), Burlington Stores (104), jewelry retailer Pandora (61), bookstore chain Barnes & Noble (60) and Dollar General (60).
Unpredictable retail bankruptcies typically account for the largest number of closures, and last year, the number of bankruptcies doubled over those in 2023, up from 25 to 51 in 2024.
Crucial Quote
“Inflation and a growing preference among consumers to shop online to find the cheapest deals took a toll on brick-and-mortar retailers in 2024. We continue to see a trend of consumers opting for the path of least resistance. Not only do they want the best prices, but they also have no patience for stores that are constantly disorganized, out of stock, and that deliver poor customer service,” said Coresight CEO Deborah Weinswig in a statement.
Discounters Offer A Hedge Against Inflation
Inflation-weary consumers are shifting their buying habits. Discount outlets are expected to post the highest number of new stores this year, such as Dollar Tree, which is pivoting from its Family Dollar banner after closing over 700 FD stores last year, and Dollar General, that has already announced 60 openings. Ironically, discount stores led in both store closures, i.e. bankruptcies of 99 Centers Only Stores and Big Lots, as well as in store openings in 2024. Big-box discounters will expand too. Walmart plans to add 30 stores this year and Costco will expand by 14. In the grocery sector, Aldi continues to lead in openings, adding 170 stores this year after 121 openings last year. Grocery Outlet followed with 55 openings last year.
More Online Shopping Means More Closed Stores
Shoppers continue to gravitate toward the convenience and price advantage of online shopping. In 2019, non-store retail represented 21% of retail, excluding motor vehicles and motor parts, gasoline stations and food service. Now it stands at 29%, having advanced from 28% last year, according to the Census Bureau. Thus, many past and planned closures are adjustments or right-sizing of retailers’ physical footprints. Coresight also calls out increased e-commerce competition from Chinese-based off-price online platforms Shein and Temu as they expand into non-apparel offerings and capture sales from mass merchants and other category retailers.
Pharmacy Deserts
CVS Health with 586 closures accounted for the second largest number of closings last year. In addition, Rite Aid shuttered 408 stores, and Walgreens Boots Alliance closed 259, leading Coresight to warn of “pharmacy deserts” emerging in parts of the country to the benefit of mass merchants and grocery chains with pharmacy departments.
Home Retail Footprint Continues To Shrink
So far this year, no home and office retailers have announced closures, but that may be because so many closed over the last two years: 1,679 in 2023 and 1,307 in 2024. Bankrupt furniture retailer Conn’s had the third highest number of closings last year at 553, and bankruptcies also led to American Freight closing 353 and LL Flooring, now rebranded as Lumber Liquidators, closing 213 stores. However, a handful of home retailers have announced openings in 2025, including five by Beyond (the old Bed Bath and Beyond brand), three for both Febal Casa and Hästens, two Perigold stores and one Home Depot.
Shifting Landscape In Apparel
The apparel, footwear and accessories sector experiences significant churn year after year. It accounted for the third largest number of closures last year (1,383) after discount stores and home retailers, and added the second-largest number of openings, totaling 1,478, mainly in the off-price sector. In 2024, bankruptcies of Rue21 and Express led to 543 and 105 store closures, respectively. Foot Locker also shuttered 118 stores last year, and it has announced eight more planned closures this year.
Tangent
The social-media fueled “No-Buy” or “Underconsumption” trend is gaining ground as consumers seek to take back control of their spending and pay off debt. The concept is to strike certain purchases off one’s purchase list, such as swapping a morning Starbucks coffee with a home brew, do-it-yourself whenever possible, buy only what is needed, and if a purchase must be made, to try to buy it second hand. People can see and feel the benefits almost immediately, the Wall Street Journal reports.
Big Number
Through the third quarter of 2024, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York reported household debt is at an all-time $17.94 trillion high, including mortgage debt at $12.79 trillion, credit card debt of $1.17 trillion and auto loans at $1.64 trillion.
Retail In Constant State Of Flux
GlobalData’s Neil Saunders said it’s too soon to call it another “retail apocalypse.” The large number of store closures expected in 2025 and that happened last year are primarily a survival of the fittest phenomenon. In addition, some retailers have brick-and-mortar “dead wood” that needs clearing out. “This is a healthy thing, and it does not follow that all of retail is in a bad way. At the end of this process the vast majority of sales will still be made through physical stores. I see this as an adjustment rather than some kind of calamity,” he said.
According to recent projections, twice as many stores in the U.S. are expected to close in 2025 compared to the previous year. This comes as no surprise as the retail landscape continues to shift with the rise of e-commerce and changing consumer preferences.
With more and more consumers opting to shop online, traditional brick-and-mortar stores are facing increasing challenges to stay afloat. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has only accelerated this trend, forcing many retailers to reevaluate their business models and make tough decisions about their physical locations.
As we look ahead to 2025, it is clear that the retail industry will continue to undergo significant transformation. While this may mean closures for some stores, it also presents opportunities for innovative brands to adapt and thrive in the changing market.
Stay tuned for updates on which stores will be affected and how the retail landscape will evolve in the coming years.
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Will your income tax slab and the income tax rate change after Union Budget 2025? The latest income tax slabs for financial year 2025-26 are eagerly awaited by the common man, middle class and salaried taxpayers. Will FM Nirmala Sitharaman make the new income tax regime more lucrative for the common salaried individual taxpayers? Will the income tax slabs under the new income tax regime be tweaked further? The question on which income tax regime is better for you – new income tax regime vs old income tax regime – is dependent on the latest calculations for FY 2025-26 based on the income tax slabs and income tax rates announced in the Union Budget 2025.
What are the current income tax slabs under the new tax regime?
Up to INR 3 lakh – Nil
INR 3,00,001 to INR 7,00,000 – 5%
INR 7,00,001 to INR 10,00,000 – 10%
INR 10,00,001 to INR 12,00,000 – 15%
INR 12,00,001 to INR 15,00,000 – 20%
Above INR 15,00,000 – 30%
Since the introduction of the new income tax regime a few years ago, the Narendra Modi government has introduced several changes in it to encourage its adoption. The new income tax regime is essentially a regime that doesn’t allow you major tax deductions and exemptions, but favours taxpayers in the form of lower tax rates and more rationalised income tax slabs. For example; under the new income tax regime, common exemptions and deductions such as Section 80C, Section 80D, Section 80G, Section 80TTA, HRA, LTA are not allowed. However, the tax rates are lower and the income tax slabs are different. Under the new income tax regime, the 30% income tax slab kicks in at an income level above Rs 15 lakh, unlike the old tax regime where 30% tax is applicable above Rs 10 lakh.
When the new income tax regime was first introduced, standard deduction was not a part of it. However, eventually a Rs 50,000 standard deduction was allowed, which was hiked to Rs 75,000 in last year’s Budget. It’s important to note that under the old income tax regime, the standard deduction continues to be Rs 50,000.
One common ask of salaried taxpayers is that FM Sitharaman should allow popular exemptions and deductions such as Section 80C, HRA, LTA and Section 80D under the new income tax regime to make it more lucrative.
With the new income tax regime becoming the default tax regime, personal tax experts also expect that the Modi government may eventually do away with the old income tax regime. While that may not happen this year, the path towards phasing out the old income tax regime may be outlined in this year’s Union Budget. Also, a simplified Direct Tax Code is likely to be tabled in the Budget Parliament session, which may find mention in FM Sitharaman’s Budget speech.
As the Budget 2025 announcement draws near, there is anticipation and speculation about possible changes in income tax slabs and rates for the financial year 2025-26. Salaried taxpayers are hoping for some relief and tweaks in the new tax regime that could ease their tax burden.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to make some announcements regarding income tax slabs and rates in the upcoming budget. There are talks of a possible restructuring of the tax slabs to provide relief to middle-class taxpayers who have been facing the brunt of high tax rates in recent years.
With the economy still recovering from the impact of the pandemic, there is a hope that the government will take measures to boost disposable income for individuals and stimulate consumption. Changes in income tax slabs and rates could be one way to achieve this goal.
Stay tuned for live updates on Income Tax Slabs 2025-26 Budget 2025 as FM Sitharaman unveils the new tax regime and announces any changes that could impact salaried taxpayers. All eyes are on the budget as taxpayers eagerly await news of possible income tax relief.
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The Detroit Lions are reportedly losing another coach.
Connor Hughes of SNY reported Friday that the New York Jets are expected to hire Lions passing game coordinator Tanner Engstrand as their new offensive coordinator. Engstrand is certainly a familiar name for new Jets head coach Aaron Glenn after their shared time on Dan Campbell’s staff in Detroit.
Hughes noted New York attempted to hire Los Angeles Rams tight ends coach and passing game coordinator Nick Caley as its “top option” but was rejected.
The Jets apparently weren’t the only ones interested in Caley, who Hughes pointed out will “have other options.” He also reported New York will keep wide receiver coach Shawn Jefferson after blocking interview requests for him around the league.
As for Engstrand’s departure, this is another loss for the Lions staff.
Glenn became the head coach of the Jets, while offensive coordinator Ben Johnson became the head coach of the division-rival Chicago Bears.
Elsewhere, defensive line coach Terrell Williams went to the New England Patriots as DC, wide receivers coach Antwaan Randle El went to the Bears in the same position, assistant quarterbacks coach J.T. Barrett went to Chicago as the quarterbacks coach and tight ends coach Steve Heiden became the offensive line coach of the Jets.
It is quite the turnover for a franchise that has turned itself around under head coach Dan Campbell and become one of the league’s best teams.
New York is looking for a similar turnaround with Engstrand as its offensive coordinator.
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The 2024 season was his fifth on Detroit’s staff and second as the passing game coordinator. The Lions finished his first season in the role second in the league in passing yards on the way to the NFC Championship Game and his second season in the role second in the league again on the way to the conference’s No. 1 seed.
Players such as Jared Goff, Amon-Ra St. Brown, Jameson Williams and Sam LaPorta thrived under his coaching, and he will look to help the Jets’ playmakers unlock similar production.
There are still a number of questions to be answered in New York, not the least of which is will Aaron Rodgers be back at quarterback, but the team at least knows who the O.C. will be after this move.
According to recent rumors, the New York Jets are expected to hire Detroit Lions’ Tanner Engstrand as their new offensive coordinator. This comes after Nick Caley reportedly rejected the job offer from the Jets.
Engstrand, who has been with the Lions for several years, is highly regarded for his offensive prowess and innovative play-calling. He is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the Jets’ offense and help develop young quarterback Zach Wilson.
While the deal has not been officially confirmed yet, sources close to the situation believe that Engstrand is the frontrunner for the job. Jets fans are hopeful that his hiring will bring a new energy to the team and help turn their offense around.
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Jennifer and her husband, James Crumbley, were both convicted by juries of four counts of involuntary manslaughter and sentenced to 10-15 years in prison for their role in the Nov. 30, 2021 school shooting. The charges were brought against the couple after their then-15-year-old son brought a gun to school and killed four people.
Judge to rule on Jennifer Crumbley’s appeal request
An Oakland County judge will hear arguments Friday before ruling on motions filed by Jennifer Crumbley’s attorney as she seeks a new trial and release from prison. Crumbley was convicted of involuntary manslaughter after her son killed four classmates at Oxford High School.
Last month, Jennifer’s attorney, Michael Dezsi, filed an appeal to her sentence, saying that her trial was “riddled with errors.” Issues raised in the appeal included the prosecution not disclosing agreements with key witnesses to jurors, publicity around the case, and Jennifer being convicted for not controlling her minor son, despite him being convicted as an adult.
However, on Thursday Judge Cheryl Matthews denied most of the motions filed by Dezsi. In court Friday, she will only hear arguments about the proffer agreements before making a final ruling.
Jennifer Crumbley wants out of prison
The backstory:
While the appeal is pending, Dezsi says Jennifer should be allowed to post bond and be released from prison because she “has committed no crime, has never harmed anyone, and is certainly not a flight risk.”
He went on to call the prosecutors “overreaching,” and said the case was the result of “attempts to pin the failings of a nation on the back of a parent.”
According to Dezsi, sentencing guidelines recommended a sentence as short as 43 months, but Jennifer received more than a decade behind bars.
“Having Mrs. Crumbley locked up at the Michigan Department of Corrections’ Women’s Huron Valley facility not only casts a dark shadow over the justice system but rewards the prosecution of a fabricated crime, setting a very dangerous precedent,” Dezsi said in a press release.
Dezsi argued that evidence was withheld from the trial, including information that two key witnesses who worked at the school entered into cooperation agreements to testify against Jennifer. According to Dezski, these agreements were not disclosed.
According to the appeal filing, the agreements should have been shared with the jury because the employees – Nick Ejak and Shawn Hopkins – interacted with the shooter the day of the crime, and had the chance to search his backpack before the shooting, but did not.
“These findings merely demonstrate why Hopkins and Ejak were given Proffer Agreements in the first place, because they had obvious criminal exposure,” Dezsi wrote. “To the extent that these witnesses testified so as to shift blame away from themselves and onto the parents, the jury should have been made aware of those Proffer Agreements so that they could more accurately and fully assess their credibility.”
Jennifer’s defense believes knowledge of the agreements would have helped with cross-examining Ejak and Hopkins. However, the prosecution denies that the pair were offered anything to testify.
In the court filing, Dezsi wrote that the prosecution argued that Jennifer did not control her minor child. However, he noted that her child was convicted and sentenced as an adult.
“These theories are both factually inconsistent and mutually exclusive amounting to a violation of Mrs. Crumbley’s due process rights under both federal and state law,” he wrote.
Dezsi also argued that the jury was told that they could convict Jennifer even if their verdict was not unanimous.
The other side:
After the appeal was filed, the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office responded to the appeal, saying in part that ” James and Jennifer Crumbley are the rare, grossly negligent exception, and twenty-four jurors unanimously agreed that they are responsible for the deaths of Hana, Madisyn, Tate, and Justin. Holding them accountable for their role is one important step in making our schools safer.”
The Source: Information in this story is from previous FOX 2 reporting and court records.
Oakland County Prosecutor McDonald doesn’t think Crumbley parents prosecution set precedent
The mass school shooting in Georgia echoes the 2021 Oxford incident – with allegations that the suspect’s father was given the gun he used as a gift.
Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of Ethan Crumbley, one of the teenagers responsible for the tragic shooting at Oxford High School in Michigan, has filed an appeal requesting a new trial for her son. The appeal argues that the original trial was unfair and that crucial evidence was not properly considered.
Now, the judge is expected to rule on this request for a new trial. Many are closely following this case, as it raises important questions about accountability and justice in cases of school shootings.
Stay tuned for updates on the judge’s decision and the ongoing legal proceedings surrounding this heartbreaking tragedy. #OxfordHighSchool #JenniferCrumbley #newtrial #justice
