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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Sheriff pleads the Fifth repeatedly over questions about mysterious death
BOWLING GREEN, Mo. – There's a deepening mystery about a Pike County, Missouri, death and alleged cover-up by law enforcement, which FOX 2 News has covered for months. It's now taken a dramatic turn, with the sheriff at the center of controversy refusing to answer questions under oath. It involves the death of Nathaniel Mueller, whose family continues searching for answers. The Bowling Green police chief has alleged a cover up by the sheriff's department. On March 14, 2025, he alleged, 'It is clear that the Pike County Sheriff's office knew the location of Mueller's body for a month prior to this discovery of his remains.' Mueller disappeared last December and was reportedly found dead in a pond on Feb. 28. 'Everything revolving around Nathanial. We are not going to stop,' Ashley Ashby, Nathanel's godmother, said. Ashby hoped to finally get answers in a recent deposition of Pike County Sheriff Stephen Korte. 'I wanna take the Fifth on this one,' Korte said, repeatedly declining to answer questions about Mueller. 'I'm going to take the Fifth on this, also,' he said to another question. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now The sheriff invoked his right even for basic questions posed by trial attorney Mark Pedroli, who asked at one point, 'Where was Nathaniel Mueller's body found?' Sheriff Korte again took the Fifth. Pedroli asked, 'Was Nathaniel Mueller murdered to your knowledge?' The sheriff looked at his attorney, then answers, 'I'll take the Fifth.' 'I'm very disturbed,' Ashby said after hearing about the sheriff's responses. 'We definitely don't understand why it's taken so long to get answers.' The Missouri State Highway Patrol is investigating, while the sheriff's major, who's accused in the cover up, remains on duty – one of the few questions Sheriff Korte would answer. Pedroli asked, 'Is [the major] under investigation by you?' 'No,' the Sheriff answered. Bowling Green's police chief outed that major, without mentioning him by name, in a March news conference. The chief's attorney, Chris Lozano, was there and added, 'I know there are going to be repercussions. We are ready for them.' Lozano also responded to this latest development, saying, 'The Fifth Amendment is a cornerstone of the judicial system, but when a non-defendant elected official takes the Fifth, it should give us all pause.' FOX 2 followed up with Sheriff Korte, who said it would be irresponsible to make any comments, even in a deposition about a case being investigated by highway patrol. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Global News
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Global News
Edmonton Elks' Mark Korte signs deal to remain in green and gold for 3 more seasons
Edmonton Elks' All-Star offensive lineman Mark Korte has signed a three-year contract extension with the football club which will run to the end of the 2027 CFL season. Korte was drafted fourth overall by the Ottawa Redblacks in 2018. He signed with the Elks in 2022 and is entering his fourth season in green and gold. Korte said he believes in the new vision of the organization led by president and CEO Chris Morris along with general manager and vice-president of football operations Ed Hervey and head coach Mark Kilam. 'It's been a very good picture of a vision from the top and working its way through the whole organization,' Korte said. 'You've seen the hype throughout the city and the people are loving it. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'The honeymoon is over. Now we're in training camp and we're getting ready for the season as players and coaches. We need to get things on the right track, so that's the next mission ahead is get to winning.' Story continues below advertisement In 2024, Korte was named a West Division All-Star after leading an offensive line unit to the fewest sacks in the CFL (29) and the most rushing yards (2,365). Korte played the last two-and-a-half seasons at centre. He will move over to left guard for the returning David Beard who signed a deal to rejoin the Elks in the off-season after spending parts of three seasons with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The Elks will hold Fan Day on Saturday at the Emerald Hills Sports Pavilion in Sherwood Park from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The Elks will play their first pre-season game on May 24 on the road against the Calgary Stampeders.
Winnipeg Free Press
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Edmonton Elks sign offensive lineman Korte to two-year extension
EDMONTON – The Edmonton Elks signed veteran Canadian offensive lineman Mark Korte to a two-year contract extension Tuesday. Korte, of Spruce Grove, Alta., remains under contract with Edmonton through the 2027 season. 'I'm really excited to be committing to the Edmonton Elks for the next three years,' Korte said. 'It really means a lot to me as someone who grew up in Edmonton, grew up a fan, and saw what this team could be — especially in Commonwealth stadium. 'Bringing it back to that level over the next three years is really important to me.' Last season, Edmonton led the CFL in rushing (2,365 yards) and yards per carry (6.2) while allowing a league-low 29 sacks. The six-foot-two, 293-pound Korte spent his first three CFL seasons with Ottawa after being selected fourth overall in the '18 draft out of Alberta. He joined the Elks as a free agent in 2022. TSN, RDS to broadcast a pair of CFL exhibition contests TORONTO — Two CFL exhibition games will be broadcast on TSN and RDS heading into the '25 season. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. TSN will carry the Ottawa Redblacks at Montreal Alouettes on May 24 as well as the two teams returning to TD Place on May 30. RDS, the broadcaster's French-language counterpart, will also air both contests. The CFL also announced Tuesday the remaining exhibition games will be available on the free CFL+ service. They will feature broadcast crews providing play by play and analysis. Viewers outside of Canada will also have access to the preseason contests via CFL+. The 2025 regular season kicks off June 5 with Ottawa visiting the Saskatchewan Roughriders. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 13, 2025.
Toronto Star
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Star
Edmonton Elks sign offensive lineman Korte to two-year extension
EDMONTON - The Edmonton Elks signed veteran Canadian offensive lineman Mark Korte to a two-year contract extension Tuesday. Korte, of Spruce Grove, Alta., remains under contract with Edmonton through the 2027 season. 'I'm really excited to be committing to the Edmonton Elks for the next three years,' Korte said. 'It really means a lot to me as someone who grew up in Edmonton, grew up a fan, and saw what this team could be — especially in Commonwealth stadium. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW 'Bringing it back to that level over the next three years is really important to me.' Last season, Edmonton led the CFL in rushing (2,365 yards) and yards per carry (6.2) while allowing a league-low 29 sacks. The six-foot-two, 293-pound Korte spent his first three CFL seasons with Ottawa after being selected fourth overall in the '18 draft out of Alberta. He joined the Elks as a free agent in 2022. TSN, RDS to broadcast a pair of CFL exhibition contests TORONTO — Two CFL exhibition games will be broadcast on TSN and RDS heading into the '25 season. TSN will carry the Ottawa Redblacks at Montreal Alouettes on May 24 as well as the two teams returning to TD Place on May 30. RDS, the broadcaster's French-language counterpart, will also air both contests. The CFL also announced Tuesday the remaining exhibition games will be available on the free CFL+ service. They will feature broadcast crews providing play by play and analysis. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Viewers outside of Canada will also have access to the preseason contests via CFL+. The 2025 regular season kicks off June 5 with Ottawa visiting the Saskatchewan Roughriders. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 13, 2025.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
American Birkebeiner: Great snow conditions await after last year's ski race cancellation
One year after warm weather and unwelcome rain forced a rare cancellation, great conditions and perhaps some glitter await participants in the American Birkebeiner cross-country ski races in northwestern Wisconsin this week. There has been plenty of snow and more coming. Temperatures should be just about perfect — high 20s or low 30s — when the first part of competition gets underway on Friday, said Birkie executive director Ben Popp. The Birkie, billed as North America's largest cross-country ski marathon, runs between Cable and Hayward. The race is expected to attract 13,500 skiers, 2,500 volunteers and up to 30,000 spectators. Sports Destination Management magazine estimated in 2016 that Birkie visitors book 4,100 room nights and bring $20 million to the local economy. It's a far cry from last year, which Popp and the hotel and restaurant operators in northwestern Wisconsin would prefer to forget. Warm weather forced organizers to cancel the race for only the second time in its 44-year history. "It was so disheartening," Popp said. "We had six days with temperatures above 50 degrees." RELATED: American Birkebeiner, world's largest cross-country ski race, canceled following days of warm weather, rain This year there are 4 to 8 inches of hard packed snow on the course and the forecast calls for 3 to 4 more inches to fall before the Birkie events get underway. "The course is in really good shape," Popp said. "I think we should have some exceptionally good conditions." For the main race on Saturday, skate-style skiers will travel 50 kilometers (about 31 miles), while the classic racers go 55 kilometers. The race starts in Cable and ends on Main St. in downtown Hayward. Organizers moved the 29-kilometer Kortelopet race to Friday so participants and their families could enjoy a big finish line celebration for that shorter race. In past years, the Korte ran on the same day as the main race. "We wanted to give those folks the same kind of Birkie experience" as racers in the main event on Saturday, Popp said. The return to a "normal Birkie" is welcome news for the local hospitality industry. "It's looking wonderful," said Cindy Ferraro, owner of the Sawmill Saloon in Seeley, between Hayward and Cable. She also rents lodge rooms and apartments in the area. "Some people have been up here since last week," she said. "Were completely booked." Although the skiing was washed out last year, some folks trekked to the area anyway to gather with their friends for Birkie weekend. "They partied for two days before (race day) and the day after instead of just one day," she said. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK: Get the latest Journal Sentinel news in your feed Birkie fans can expect to see some glitter adorning skiers in honor of the U.S. cross-country ski women team's performance Saturday in the Winter Olympics. The team finished 5th in the relay, its best performance ever. Members of the U.S. women's team paint their faces with glitter and are high-profile ambassadors for the sport. "Those gals have done so much for the sport in the past five years," Popp said. "It's just awesome." Although no members of this year's Olympic teams will be at the Birkie, there are plenty of elite athletes expected, including Caitlin Gregg, a member of the 2010 Olympic team. The Olympics along with a growing number of youth programs have boosted interest in competitive cross-country skiing, Popp said. RELATED: Wisconsin DNR launches cross-country ski trail conditions page RELATED: 6 lighted cross-country ski trails in Wisconsin Some schools have programs to introduce kids to the sport. One school, Popp said, strives to get every second-grader on skis. "I think we're seeing cause and effect," he said. As more young people are introduced to skiing, their families seek out clubs and professional coaching. "It's the same kind of model that we've seen as with swimming and soccer," Popp said. "I think the sport is going in the right direction." We followed four Wisconsin dairy farms for a year as they struggled with an industry-wide crisis, one didn't make it Wisconsin lawmaker proposes resolution honoring white people, among others, during Black History Month Wisconsin once had a 'model' voting rights program for people with disabilities. Officials have let it decline. FOLLOW THE JOURNAL SENTINEL: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram DOWNLOAD THE APP: Get the latest news, sports and more This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Birkebeiner ski race draws thousands to northwestern Wisconsin
