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Road Rage Incident Escalates

A road rage incident in Spanish Fork turned fatal when a 27-year-old man fleeing from police crashed into a tree. The incident began when the suspect started staring at another driver at a traffic light, then began ramming the other vehicle after they drove off. The driver called 911, but the suspect continued to pursue and ram the vehicle. When police attempted a traffic stop, the suspect fled at high speed and ultimately collided with a tree. Despite life-saving efforts, the suspect, identified as a Springville resident, died at the scene. An investigation is ongoing.

National News

Tragic Fall on Mt. Johnson

A tragic incident occurred on Mt. Johnson in Denali National Park, Alaska, where one mountain climber died and another was seriously injured after falling approximately 1,000 feet. The climbers were scaling the peak's southeast face via a route known as "the Escalator," which involves navigating steep rock, ice, and snow. The fall was witnessed by another climbing party, who alerted authorities. Rescue efforts involved a high altitude rescue helicopter and mountaineering rangers, with the injured climber airlifted to Talkeetna for further care. Weather conditions hampered recovery efforts for the deceased climber, and an investigation into the accident is ongoing.

International News

MQ-9 Drone Crash in Yemen

A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 drone crashed in Yemen, with Iran-backed Houthi rebels claiming responsibility for shooting it down. This marks the third MQ-9 lost since November, each costing roughly $30 million. The drones were part of efforts to defend ships against Houthi attacks in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. While attacks have slowed, tensions remain high, prompting joint airstrikes and defensive operations by the U.S. and its allies.

College Sports

Offensive Surge for No. 19 Cowboys

No. 19 Oklahoma State baseball team demonstrated its offensive prowess in a doubleheader sweep of Big 12 newcomer BYU, solidifying a series sweep. After a period of adjustment earlier in the season, the team's patience and belief paid off as they showcased their offensive capabilities. Attacking starting pitchers was a key strategy, leading to early exits for BYU's starters and exposing their bullpen. Despite conceding early runs, OSU's pitchers gained confidence from the team's offensive support, resulting in dominant performances. The series highlighted OSU's offensive potential, setting a season-high in hits and home runs, indicating a promising future as key players return from injury.

Events

April 27th

• Spring Market in Provo - Sat, Apr 27, 4:00 PM – Sun, Apr 28, 1:30 AM

• Park n’ Pop - Sat, Apr 27, 12 – 3 PM

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