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Proposed heavyweight fight between Fury-Usyk appears off

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

LONDON (AP) — The proposed fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk to become the first undisputed world heavyweight champion since 2000 appears to be off.Usyk’s promoter, Alex Krassyuk, said Wednesday the Ukrainian’s team ended negotiations because Fury was “putting so many obstacles in front of making the deal.”Usyk, the WBA, WBO and IBF champion, went on social media last week to accept Fury’s terms for a proposed April 29 fight in London, notably a 70-30 split of earnings from the bout in favor of the WBC titleholder.They were given a deadline of April 1 by the WBA to officially agree to a deal, otherwise Usyk would be ordered to undertake a mandatory title defense.“There was a feeling that after Usyk accepted 70-30, Tyson Fury started to think he can put a saddle on his neck and start riding Usyk as much as he can. It is not right,” Krassyuk told British broadcaster talkSPORT.“Usyk accepted the 70-30 split. He was so loyal and he was so willing to make this...

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet: Fiscal Q4 Earnings Snapshot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc. (OLLI) on Wednesday reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings of $53.1 million.On a per-share basis, the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-based company said it had net income of 85 cents. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, were 84 cents per share.The results topped Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of seven analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for earnings of 80 cents per share.The retailer posted revenue of $549.8 million in the period, also exceeding Street forecasts. Six analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $542.9 million.For the year, the company reported profit of $102.8 million, or $1.64 per share. Revenue was reported as $1.83 billion.Ollie’s Bargain Outlet expects full-year earnings in the range of $2.49 to $2.58 per share, with revenue in the range of $2.04 billion to $2.06 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsi...

Wave Life Sciences: Q4 Earnings Snapshot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

SINGAPORE (AP) — SINGAPORE (AP) — Wave Life Sciences Pte. Ltd. (WVE) on Wednesday reported a loss of $43.7 million in its fourth quarter.On a per-share basis, the Singapore-based company said it had a loss of 47 cents.The results missed Wall Street expectations. The average estimate of five analysts surveyed by Zacks Investment Research was for a loss of 42 cents per share.The biopharmaceutical company posted revenue of $1.2 million in the period, which also did not meet Street forecasts. Four analysts surveyed by Zacks expected $2.3 million.For the year, the company reported a loss of $161.8 million, or $2.05 per share. Revenue was reported as $3.6 million._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on WVE at https://www.zacks.com/ap/WVESource

Maryland treasurer asks for patience, staffing and budget, in fixing beleaguered college savings plan

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today.Maryland Treasurer Dereck Davis told a House Committee he is committed to revamping the state’s troubled college savings plan. The fix, which includes ending the prepaid college fund, likely will require additional manpower and technology upgrades. Treasurer Dereck Davis. (Courtesy Danielle E. Gaines)“It is impossible to accurately assess what resources the state treasurer’s office requires in the short term,” Davis (D) told members of the House Appropriations Committee. The state’s prepaid college trust program will ultimately be revamped. Two bills — Senate Bill 959 and House Bill 1290 — would transfer responsibility for the Maryland 529 college tuition program to the State Treasurer’s office. The bills would end a prepaid college plan. The legislation also end the board that oversees the plan and move oversight into th...

Mother of slain DPD officer needs help in fight against cancer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The mother of a fallen Denver Police Department officer is in need of help.Dorothy Hollis is the mother of Celena Hollis. Celena, a seven-year Denver Police officer, was killed in the line of duty at a jazz festival in June of 2012.“I think about it every day,” Dorothy said. “I miss my child.”Now, Dorothy, a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, is fighting for her life battling uterine cancer. Pueblo mom shot twice, survived attempted carjacking The cancer has affected her eyesight.“Just praying and asking the community to pray with me so that I can regain my sight," Dorothy said.Dorothy begins round three of chemotherapy later this month. Dan Andrews, a member of the Denver Police Department, has started a GoFundMe page. If you would like to donate, you can do so on the site.Celena served as the president of the Denver Police Department Black Police Officers Organization and was a resident of Denver.

Parent, 2 children injured in roof avalanche at Purgatory Ski Resort

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

DURANGO, Colo. (KDVR) — Last week, three people were caught in a roof slide at one of the Purgatory Ski Resort condos, and more high avalanche danger continues Wednesday. The slide happened last Thursday around 6 p.m., and the heavy snow fell from the roof of a Purgatory Ski Resort condo and struck a parent and two children.  The extent of their injuries has not been made public, but all three were flown by aircraft to medical facilities.   How much snowfall did Denver get this winter? This roof slide is classified as an avalanche and the Pinpoint Weather team continues to forecast high avalanche danger Wednesday and through the weekend.  It's spring break, so if you have plans to visit the high country, you have to be careful of the conditions out there.  The mountains have picked up more snow than usual this season. Purgatory has had 338 inches so far and will get more Wednesday and Thursday.  We love the snow for our snowpack and especially since we were so dry last year, but t...

Man runs at officers with knives, killed in shooting

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

MONTE VISTA, Colo. (KXRM) — A man died in Monte Vista on Tuesday after he allegedly rushed officers with knives and officers fired a Taser and shots at him, according to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.The CBI said two members of the Monte Vista Police Department responded around 12:35 p.m. to a home in the 1200 block of South Broadway Street for a welfare check. Mother of slain DPD officer needs help in fight against cancer Shortly after officers arrived, a man reportedly jumped out a window of the home, armed with two knives, and immediately ran toward the officers while swinging the weapons.CBI confirmed that a Taser was used on the suspect, and officers also fired shots at him outside the home. The suspect, an 18-year-old Monte Vista man, was later pronounced dead at the scene. Body camera footage courtesy of Colorado Bureau of InvestigationCBI said neither officer was injured by the knives, however, one officer did sustain minor injuries during the incident. Denver p...

Investigation underway after teen found dead in NW Miami-Dade

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

A major investigation is currently underway at an apartment complex on Northwest 74th and 23rd Court after the body of a deceased teenager was found in the parking lot. Police said they got a shot spotter alert around 11:00 p.m. Tuesday night which led them to the discovery of the victim. According to police, the victim is known to them because he has involvement in previous shooting investigations.The body of the victim was covered in a yellow tarp as at least three crime scene investigation vans and several officers started collecting bags of evidence. The crime scene vans have left the scene but the investigation remains active as police tape ropes the crime scene. Local residents are understandably nervous about the police activity and are anxious for answers. The teen’s identity has not been revealed as police search for his next of kin. Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Person hospitalized after fire breaks out in Maynard apartment complex

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

One person was rushed to the hospital after a fire broke out in a unit at an apartment complex in Maynard on Tuesday.Fire crews could be seen using ladder trucks to battle the blaze on Powder Mill Circle. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.No additional information was immediately available.This is a developing news story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest details.

North Easton woman wins $1M Mass. lottery prize

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 21:35:51 GMT

(WHDH) — Sandra Guarino of North Easton has won a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$2,000,000 50X Cashword” instant ticket game.Guarino was looking for this particular Cashword game and when the first store she stopped at didn’t have it, she went to E Market Convenience Store & Deli located at 285 Washington St. in Easton, where she purchased her winning ticket.She chose the cash option on her prize and received a one-time payment of $650,000 (before taxes). She plans to put some of her winnings toward paying off the mortgage on her house.E Market receives a $10,000 bonus for selling the ticket.