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Suspect in fatal Johnny Gaudreau crash claims victims were also impaired at time of bicycling accident

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February 06, 2025

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Suspect in fatal Johnny Gaudreau crash claims victims were also impaired at time of bicycling accident

The driver accused of killing NHL star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew claimed he's being unfairly prosecuted and that victims of the deadly crash were more impaired than he was, according to court papers filed in New Jersey on Tuesday.

Lawyers for Sean Higgins, 44, made the stunning revelation in their request to receive more information about testing protocols employed when investigators measured the blood-alcohol concentrations of the defendant and victims.

Designs unveiled for replacement of Baltimore bridge almost a year after deadly collapse

Almost a year after the deadly collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, Maryland officials on Tuesday unveiled their designs for its replacement, which will be taller and better protected against ship strikes.

Construction of the state’s first cable-stayed bridge could be completed in 2028 and cost upwards of $1.7 billion.

American Sports & Culture

Jacobs wants Packers to add 'proven' No. 1 WR

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Sources: Bucks trade Middleton, land Kuzma

The Bucks have traded Khris Middleton to the Wizards, ending his tenure as one of their franchise cornerstones in a deal that sends Kyle Kuzma to Milwaukee, sources told ESPN.

Gibson reaches 500 games in 1st for Ducks goalie

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American Business & Markets

Disney tops quarterly profit estimates, but starts to lose Disney+ streaming subscribers

The company's streaming business reported another quarter of profitability despite a 1% decline in subscribers for Disney+.

Uber beats fourth-quarter revenue expectations but offers soft guidance

Uber's mobility segment reported $6.91 billion in revenue, up 25% from a year earlier. StreetAccount analysts were expecting $6.77 billion.

Mattel says Barbies and Hot Wheels could soon get more expensive under Trump's tariffs

Some retailers are looking to pass on the cost of tariffs to their suppliers, but are also considering increasing prices to avoid lower profits.