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Texas man pleads guilty in wrong-way crash that killed Prairieville woman
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — A Texas man pleaded guilty to vehicular homicide and third-offense DWI after a fatal wrong-way crash killed a 23-year-old woman from 23rd Judicial District Attorney's Office said Joshua Cannon, 36, entered the plea last week. On Oct. 24, 2023, Louisiana State Police responded to reports of a head-on collision on I-10 Eastbound near mile marker 186 in Ascension determined that Cannon, driving a 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, was traveling west in the eastbound lanes when he collided head-on with a 2008 Honda Accord driven by Jaranisha Carter, 23, of Prairieville. Carter was taken to the hospital but later died from her injuries. Cannon had moderate injuries and was also noted that Cannon showed signs of impairment. He also refused to cooperate during the investigation. Authorities got a search warrant for a blood sample. The attorney's office said the test showed Cannon's blood alcohol concentration was 0.18 g%, more than the legal being released from the hospital, Cannon was arrested and booked into the Ascension Parish sentencing was delayed, according to the attorney's office. A pre-sentence investigation will take place first. It is tentatively set for Aug. 18. Baton Rouge chef to compete in seafood cook-off for state title this summer A new COVID variant may be driving up cases in some parts of the world, WHO says Suspect arrested, woman in coma after break-in at Beanie Babies tycoon's California mansion Ascension Parish man pleads guilty to store, restaurant armed robberies Rain, clouds may make Manhattanhenge unviewable in NYC Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-05-2025
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Fire spreads in Columbiana County home
CALCUTTA, Ohio (WKBN)- Calcutta firefighters responded to a house fire that spread to different levels of a home Tuesday night, according to a Facebook post. Crews were called to a home on Stagecoach Road around 8:45 p.m. When firefighters arrived, the fire spread from the kitchen to the attic. Crews put out the fire quickly, saving the home. The one person who was in the home made it out safely. One Calcutta firefighter was treated for a small cut. No serious injuries were reported. Calcutta Fire Department was assisted by Glenmoor Vol Fire Dept, Liverpool Township Vol Fire Dept. Stations 7 & 8 and St. Clair Township Police Officers Cannon and Mayfield. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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21-05-2025
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Airlines are getting stricter about carry-on luggage. Here's what to do about it.
Are airlines tightening their carry-on luggage rules? Passengers like Eddie Cannon believe the answer is "yes." Cannon was flying from St. Louis to Atlanta on Delta Air Lines when a flight attendant ordered him to store his carry-on bag under the seat in front of him. "I didn't have room for my feet," he said. Instead, he tried to place his bag in the overhead bin. He said the attendant stopped him and told him that if he didn't comply, he would be removed from the flight. Cannon is no loose cannon. He's a vice president of an artificial intelligence company and knows how to behave on a plane. Check out Elliott Confidential, the newsletter the travel industry doesn't want you to read. Each issue is filled with breaking news, deep insights, and exclusive strategies for becoming a better traveler. But don't tell anyone! Cannon complained to Delta and to the Department of Transportation, which regulates airlines. In response, Delta said its request to put carry-ons where your legs normally go is to maintain an on-time departure and to leave room in the overhead bins for other luggage. "Thank you for your thoughts on this matter, which will be shared with our in-flight services leadership team in order to improve our service where it's needed," it added. He also received 15,000 bonus miles as an apology. But Cannon wonders about the stricter carry-on rules. "Are they trying to make more money on checked baggage?" Are seat assignment fees a scam? Here's when to pay up, and when to walk away It's no secret that airlines make billions of dollars a year on checked luggage. It's also no secret that they're always looking for ways to increase their revenues. Sometimes, government regulators can become their unwitting accomplices. Last fall, European regulators considered limiting the maximum dimensions for carry-on luggage to 21.6 inches x 15.7 inches x 7.8 inches and 17.6 pounds. The move is meant to improve the boarding process, but it will probably also improve the airline industry's profits. There have been reports suggesting that U.S. carriers are seeing the new rule as an opening to further restrict carry-on luggage – and potentially increase income from checked luggage fees. Delta said it has not changed its carry-on rules, but that they may be enforced differently depending on the circumstances. "Due to weight and balance on certain flights, crew members may ask customers to place smaller, personal items under their seat," a representative told me. If you want a preview of things to come, try booking an airline ticket on a discount airline in Australia or Asia. As I discovered on a recent visit, gate agents there are already super-strict about size and weight limits. They weigh and size everything. If you go over even a smidge, you'll have to repack – or pay extra. "I'm so upset about this," said Jack Ezon, who runs the luxury travel agency Embark Beyond. He stopped checking his bags a decade ago because he doesn't trust airlines with his belongings. In his view, the way to improve luggage revenue is to stop losing passengers' luggage, not by forcing them to downsize their carry-ons. But it's not the only way. ◾Don't overpack: I know this is obvious, but the best way to avoid any trouble with your carry-on bag is to comply with the published rules. Don't take any chances. Make sure your carry-on fits the smallest standards, which in your case will probably be the new European ones. Your bag should easily fit in every template and pass every weight test. Obey the rules and you won't need any of these other tips. But you might still need help because frankly, the new carry-on restrictions are a little bit restrictive. People have more stuff. How do you get it past the authorities? ◾Pack smarter – smarter: It's not enough to pack less and lighter, said travel agent Maria LaDuca. You have to start thinking about the optics. If you're a couple, you probably each carry your own bag on a plane. It makes sense to keep things separate. But in an era of stricter carry-ons, you have to think differently. "If you're traveling with someone, spread out the heavier stuff," LaDuca advises. I do this too when I'm traveling with my adult son. If my bag is a little heavier and his is a little lighter, we strategically repack at the airport to avoid the luggage police. ◾Make them look the other way: A kind word at the ticket counter can distract a ticket agent from spotting your XL carry-on. I've seen it, and I've also used it, and it works. "The first thing I do is to greet the counter staff and ask how they are doing," said Y. Murat Ozguc, a frequent traveler who runs a tour operator in Turkey. "I've never had a problem with a few additional kilos." ◾Be discreet: That's the recommendation of Justin Crabbe, who said backpacks are perfect for squeezing past stricter carry-on rules. He says the latest backpacks can do more with less – they're made of ultralight materials and modular, adaptable designs. But mostly, a black backpack worn during the check-in process is practically invisible to a ticket agent – even one that's slightly too big or too heavy. It just blends in. "Pack in a way that maximizes space and minimizes waste," added Crabbe, a frequent flier who is also the CEO of a private jet company. "Use compression cubes. Limit toiletries to travel sizes." ◾There's a silver lining: The changes are not all bad. While airlines will undoubtedly make more money off the extra luggage their passengers will check, they will also improve the flying experience. "These measures are pivotal for optimizing boarding speed, managing the limited overhead bin space, and ensuring safety by preventing cabin overcrowding," notes Frank Harrison, regional security director for the Americas at World Travel Protection. Caitlin Higgins, a frequent traveler who works for an interior design site in Los Angeles, recently experienced the benefits on a flight from Sydney to Wellington, New Zealand. "It was my fastest international boarding experience," she recalls. "I'm happy that folks are no longer holding up boarding as they struggle to lift and shove their oversized carry-ons into too-small bins." Of course, there was also a downside. The luggage cops flagged her "tiny" carry-on and forced her to check it. She'd better get used to it. We all had better get used to it. Christopher Elliott is an author, consumer advocate, and journalist. He founded Elliott Advocacy, a nonprofit organization that helps solve consumer problems. He publishes Elliott Confidential, a travel newsletter, and the Elliott Report, a news site about customer service. If you need help with a consumer problem, you can reach him here or email him at chris@ This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Are carry-on crackdowns coming? Your next flight might cost you more.
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20-05-2025
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NV Energy CEO leaving amid utility overcharging episode
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo and NV Energy then-CEO Doug Cannon at the utility's Dry Lake Solar Project north of Moapa earlier this year. (Photo courtesy NV Energy) Doug Cannon, president and CEO of NV Energy for the last six years, is leaving the post to join American Electric Power Transmission, according to a news release. Cannon will be replaced by Brandon Barkhuff, who currently serves as a vice-president, general counsel, and chief compliance officer for NV Energy, according to a statement from the utility. 'Brandon is a lifelong resident of Nevada, providing him with a strong understanding of the needs of the customers and communities NV Energy serves,' spokesperson Meghin Delaney said. Cannon's departure comes amid a call from regulatory staff at the Nevada Public Utilities Commission for an investigation into allegations that NV Energy overcharged some 80,000 customers statewide by at least $17 million, then failed to fully refund them. Cannon, while president and CEO, shepherded legislative approval for Greenlink, a massive transmission project that was partially rejected by regulators out of concern for the cost to customers. In 2021, Cannon told lawmakers that ratepayers would not be on the hook for Greenlink's estimated $2.5 billion cost for at least five years. 'We will put thousands of people to work today and Nevadans will not be asked to pay for this investment until at least five to six years down the road.' Cannon told legislators. A year later, NV Energy asked federal regulators to grant permission (called incentives) for the utility to come back and request that ratepayers offset the costs of the project's construction and pay for its troubles should Greenlink be canceled. Greenlink's estimated cost has since ballooned to $4.2 billion. Cannon is expected to leave his position with NV Energy in mid-June.
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20-05-2025
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AEP Names Industry Veteran Doug Cannon President of AEP Transmission
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has named Douglas A. Cannon president of AEP Transmission, effective June 11. Cannon will report to Bill Fehrman, AEP president and chief executive officer. In this role, he will lead all aspects of AEP's transmission business, including planning, projects, engineering, operations and growth. Cannon currently serves as the president and chief executive officer of NV Energy and is responsible for all aspects of service to its 1.4 million customers in Nevada. "AEP owns the largest transmission network in the country, and we owe it to our customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders to be best-in-class operators of that system," Fehrman said. "Between unprecedented load growth over the next decade, the joint venture transmission projects in PJM announced in February, and building one of the first 765- kilovolt lines in Texas, AEP is expanding our transmission footprint by thousands of miles. We were looking for an experienced leader who could immediately make an impact and drive results in this crucial part of our business. Doug is a respected industry leader who understands the importance of building coalitions to drive strong regulatory and operational results, and under his tenure, NV Energy is building the more than 700-mile Greenlink transmission network, Nevada's longest and largest transmission project. He also has a demonstrated track record of creating outstanding teams and leading with a growth mindset. We welcome Doug to AEP and look forward to working with him to strengthen our transmission organization to power the exciting opportunities ahead and provide depth to AEP's overall succession plan." "Now more than ever, AEP's robust transmission network is the catalyst for supporting growth across its footprint and the nation," Cannon said. "I am committed to working with the AEP team to drive industry-leading results while meeting customers' changing energy needs." Bob Bradish, currently interim president of AEP Transmission, has been named chief transmission officer and will report to Cannon. "Bob has been a steady, knowledgeable leader during his time with AEP and especially over the past few months," Fehrman said. "He will remain a vital part of Transmission leadership and will continue to provide his expertise and institutional knowledge in his new role." After leaving private law practice, Cannon joined the Berkshire Hathaway Energy organization in 2011, working as an attorney for PacifiCorp Energy in Salt Lake City. In 2013, Cannon was the lead attorney in obtaining the regulatory approvals necessary for NV Energy to join Berkshire Hathaway Energy. With the closing of the NV Energy merger, Cannon joined the NV Energy team as senior vice president and general counsel, corporate secretary and chief compliance officer. Cannon was named president of NV Energy in 2018 and added the CEO role in 2019 with responsibility over the fully integrated gas and electric operations of NV Energy and its subsidiaries. Cannon received his bachelor's degree in environmental geoscience from Weber State University, his master's degree in environmental studies from the University of Colorado and his juris doctor from the University of Colorado School of Law. He has served on the board of trustees for the Las Vegas Council of the Boy Scouts of America, The National Judicial College and the Desert Research Institute. About AEP Our team at American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) is committed to improving our customers' lives with reliable, affordable power. We are investing $54 billion from 2025 through 2029 to enhance service for customers and support the growing energy needs of our communities. Our nearly 16,000 employees operate and maintain the nation's largest electric transmission system with 40,000 line miles, along with more than 225,000 miles of distribution lines to deliver energy to 5.6 million customers in 11 states. AEP also is one of the nation's largest electricity producers with approximately 29,000 megawatts of diverse generating capacity. We are focused on safety and operational excellence, creating value for our stakeholders and bringing opportunity to our service territory through economic development and community engagement. Our family of companies includes AEP Ohio, AEP Texas, Appalachian Power (in Virginia, West Virginia and Tennessee), Indiana Michigan Power, Kentucky Power, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, and Southwestern Electric Power Company (in Arkansas, Louisiana, east Texas and the Texas Panhandle). AEP also owns AEP Energy, which provides innovative competitive energy solutions nationwide. AEP is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE American Electric Power
