Two 27-year-old police officers and a paramedic were shot and killed in Burnsville‚ Minnesota‚ a suburb of Minneapolis‚ early Sunday morning by a suspect who was killed during the shootout. Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge were called to a private home at roughly 2 a.m. Roughly three hours later firefighter/paramedic Adam Finseth‚ 40‚ arrived; soon after that gunfire erupted; all three were killed. Seven children between the ages of 2 to 15 were barricaded inside with the suspect‚ CBS News reported. Police had “spent quite a bit of time negotiating with this individual‚” Superintendent Drew Evans with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension stated. Police officer Sgt. Adam Medlicott was shot but was expected to survive. At 8 a.m the suspect was reported dead. “Several officers did return fire‚” Evans said. “I will note this individual had several guns and large amounts of ammunition.” “Today‚ three members of our team made the ultimate sacrifice for this community. They are heroes‚” Burnsville Police Chief Tanya Schwartz said. “Every day we pray that they go home to their families. And today that’s not happening. We’re heartbroken. We are going to need time to be together. Our families need time to grieve.” Officer Elmstrand’s wife‚ Cindy Elmstrand-Castruita‚ who had known him since kindergarten and shared their 5-month-old and 2-year-old together‚ said‚ “He was the most generous‚ loving‚ patient person I’ve ever known. He could have a conversation with anyone and make them feel seen. He would drop everything to help someone who was in need‚ whether it be family‚ friend or someone on the street.” “He was a very levelheaded person‚” she continued. “He loved his job. He saw horrible things but never once did he say‚ would he come home complaining.” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP On Sunday‚ morning‚ before she had received news of her husband’s death‚ she received a text from a friend expressing sorrow. She said she thought it was some sort of mistake‚ but then‚ “I looked out my bedroom window and saw a squad car out there. I knew. That’s when I knew he was gone.” “I think he just had to be the hero. He had to do what he thought was right to protect those little lives even if it meant putting his at risk and it breaks my heart because now he’s gone. But I know that he thought what he did was right‚” she concluded.

A Kansas City Chiefs fan is looking to set the record straight after photos of him in handcuffs spread on social media following the shooting at the team’s Super Bowl parade last week. Denton Loudermill of Olathe‚ Kansas‚ addressed the public with LaRonna Lassiter Saunders‚ a lawyer advocating on his behalf‚ in a press conference that was posted to social media over the weekend‚ KSHB reported. The father of three and Saunders allege that “misinformation” spread online accusing Loudermill of being a gunman behind the Kansas City mass shooting. “I just want to clear my name that I had nothing to do with anything‚” Loudermill said‚ adding‚ “I was just enjoying myself like everybody else‚ but other than that‚ I was out there not to harm anybody. I was just enjoying the parade like everybody else.” Pictures of Loudermill in handcuffs spread on social media after the shooting‚ with some posts even claiming that the Kansas native is an illegal immigrant. Saunders said during the press conference that Loudermill was detained after having “several drinks” and was then released by police without a citation.  “Mr. Denton had several drinks‚ but so did a half million other people‚ including some of the Chiefs players‚” Saunders said. “It’s not a crime. It doesn’t make you a mass shooter.”  “Mr. Denton has received death threats over a lie‚ over misinformation‚” Saunders added. “He didn’t do anything wrong. He did not commit a crime. So please‚ run‚ tell that. Get the truth out there. Help us clear his name. Help us save his life.” The Kansas City‚ Missouri‚ Police Department told KSHB‚ “There were many people detained at one time or another on Wednesday.”  “Some of the detainments could result in future charges unrelated to the shooting. No one who is believed to be involved in the shooting has been released‚” the police department added.  CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP Authorities are holding two juveniles‚ who remain unidentified‚ on gun-related and resisting arrest charges in connection to the shooting. One person was killed‚ and more than 20 people‚ including 11 children‚ were injured. Police identified Lisa Lopez-Galvan as the victim who died from her gunshot wounds. Lopez-Galvan was a DJ for a Kansas City radio station and the mother of two children.   Saunders said that she and Loudermill want the attention following the shooting to be on pursuing justice for Lopez-Galvan and her family.  “We want to focus on how great of a person she was and not spend our time letting lies‚ and misinformation‚ and bigotry and hatred spread‚” she said. 

Former President Donald Trump addressed Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny’s sudden death in a Truth Social post on Monday‚ saying that it has opened his eyes to “what is happening” in the U.S. Navalny‚ a critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin‚ died in a remote Russian prison on Friday after losing consciousness following a walk‚ according to Russian authorities. Navalny had been sentenced to prison in January 2021 after returning to Moscow from Germany‚ where he was undergoing treatment for poisoning from a nerve agent that he blamed on the Kremlin. “The sudden death of Alexei Navalny has made me more and more aware of what is happening in our Country‚” Trump said in his first public comments on Navalny’s death. “It is a slow‚ steady progression‚ with CROOKED‚ Radical Left Politicians‚ Prosecutors‚ and Judges leading us down a path to destruction. Open Borders‚ Rigged Elections‚ and Grossly Unfair Courtroom Decisions are DESTROYING AMERICA. WE ARE A NATION IN DECLINE‚ A FAILING NATION! MAGA2024.” Trump’s statement — which made no mention of Putin — comes days after U.S. leaders‚ including President Joe Biden‚ blamed the Russian leader for Navalny’s death. “Russian authorities are going to tell their own story. But make no mistake‚ make no mistake‚ Putin is responsible for Navalny’s death. Putin is responsible‚” Biden said in a Friday press conference. “What has happened to Navalny is yet more proof of Putin’s brutality. No one should be fooled — not in Russia‚ not at home‚ not anywhere in the world — Putin does not only target citizens of other countries … He also inflicts terrible crimes of his own people.” Shortly after Navalny’s imprisonment in 2021‚ the U.S. determined in March 2021 that the Russian government used a chemical weapon against him. Throughout his time behind bars‚ Navalny held that his charges and convictions were politically motivated. He also complained in a letter sent in 2021 that his health was worsening in prison‚ and he was not receiving adequate medical care. Trump’s comments on Navalny’s death follow Judge Arthur Engoron’s verdict in Trump’s New York civil business fraud trial ordering the former president to pay more than $350 million. Engeron also banned Trump from being able to hold any high-level positions in any company in the state of New York for three years. The civil business fraud trial verdict is on top of four criminal cases against Trump and attempts from states to remove the leading Republican presidential candidate from the ballot. Trump followed up his statement on Navalny with a post on Truth Social calling for the criminal cases against him to be stopped. CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP “ALL POLITICAL PROSECUTIONS OF YOUR FAVORITE PRESIDENT‚ ME‚ MUST STOP IMMEDIATELY‚” Trump wrote. “WE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF AN ELECTION‚ PERHAPS THE MOST IMPORTANT ELECTION IN THE HISTORY OF OUR COUNTRY‚ AND THESE RADICAL LEFT LUNATIC PROSECUTORS AND JUDGES ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BE DOING THIS. WHY DIDN’T THEY START THREE YEARS AGO??? BECAUSE THEY WANTED TO INTERFERE WITH THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2024‚ THAT’S WHY!”

President Joe Biden said on Monday that he would be willing to meet with House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) about a foreign aid package that is making its way through Congress. The roughly $95 billion bill that would allocate funds to Ukraine‚ Israel‚ Taiwan‚ and other foreign priorities — including humanitarian aid — made it through the Senate last week‚ but its prospects don’t look favorable in the House. “I’d be happy to meet with him if he has anything to say‚” Biden said when asked about meeting with Johnson about the national security legislation‚ according to press pool reports. Johnson criticized the Senate package for a dearth of border security policy changes after an immigration deal was dropped from the legislation once a group of Republicans and leftist senators blocked the larger bill from advancing. “In the absence of having received any single border policy change from the Senate‚ the House will have to continue to work its own will on these important matters‚” the speaker said in a statement. NBC News reported that House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) suggested on Tuesday that a meeting between Biden and Johnson could lead to a resolution that would allow some form of the legislation to pass. “Ultimately‚ the two of them could come to an agreement that can become law‚” Scalise said. “And yet the president refuses to even meet. So the president can’t say he’s serious about Ukraine or the border when he refuses to meet with the speaker so they can come to an agreement on this issue.” The White House appeared to be dismissive of the idea when Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre fielded a question on Wednesday about the speaker’s office‚ saying the president had declined multiple requests for a one-on-one meeting. CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP “What is there to negotiate? Really‚ truly‚ what is the one-on-one negotiation about when he’s been presented with exactly what he asked for?” Jean-Pierre said. “So‚ he’s negotiating with himself. He’s killing bills on his own.” On Monday‚ Biden rejected a reporter’s question asking if he would go as far as to say deceased Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny‘s “blood is on the hands” of Republicans in the House. “I wouldn’t use that term‚ but they’re making a big mistake not responding‚” Biden replied.

For over three decades‚ Lenny Kravitz has released hit after hit. His impact on the music industry can be seen in fans young and old. It’s no wonder‚ then‚ he earned himself the honor of Music Icon Award at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards last night. To celebrate this win‚ the rock legend played a medley of some of his biggest hits. Kravitz’s epic performance starts with Fly Away. Soon enough‚ though‚ he transitions into multiple others songs. This includes TK421‚ It Ain’t Over ‘Til It’s Over‚ Let Love Rule‚ and Are You Gonna Go My Way. Clips of his performance quickly made their way to Twitter‚ and folks around the world are loving it! Lenny Kravitz Fans Rave Over His Iconic People’s Choice Performance 2024 #PCAs Music Icon Lenny Kravitz performs his greatest hits pic.twitter.com/a5eVcr9iZO— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) February 19‚ 2024 In addition to his electric performance‚ Kravitz became a highlight of the awards show with emotional acceptance speech. In it‚ he explains what it means to him for so many people to consider him an icon. “It means a lot of things to a lot of people — to me it means you’ve made an indelible mark by being who God created you to be‚” Kravitz shares. “And daring to be different.” Fans certainly adore Kravitz’s uniqueness and were quick to share their support of him online. Twitter Over the course of 35 years‚ Kravitz has released 11 albums‚ sold 40 million records‚ and won four Grammys. “When I was first coming up a lot of people offered me a lot of deals but they wanted me to change‚” he explains. “My music wasn’t Black enough‚ it wasn’t white enough. It didn’t fit nicely inside a box. Or sound like what was on the radio at the time. And I turned down the money and the glitzy promises of fame and stardom because I couldn’t live with myself doing something inauthentic.” Twitter In turning down what wasn’t right for him‚ Kravitz cultivated a group of fans who support and love him for exactly who he is — how amazing is that!? It goes to show what’s possible when we stay true to who we are. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Lenny Kravitz’s Dazzling People’s Choice Performance Had Fans Ready To “Fly Away.” appeared first on InspireMore.

It is a close race between whether he has done more as an actor or as an activist for Parkinson’s Disease. Michael J. Fox made a surprise appearance at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). The well-known star from the 1980s and 1990s was introduced by “Doctor Who” star David Tennant. The entire audience stood up to applaud. Image from X (Twitter). The standing ovation was held the entire time it took for the disabled actor to position himself at the podium. Michael’s Parkinson’s has progressed to a stage that makes movement difficult. He hasn’t made many personal appearances lately. Due to his condition‚ he was brought up to the stage in a wheelchair. But never one to “quit‚” the star insisted on walking the final few steps‚ then standing at the podium. He was there to announce the nominees and winner of the Best Film award. michael j fox receiving a standing ovation at tonight’s bafta awards byu/bewarethechameleon inMadeMeSmile As he began his intro speech‚ the room fell silent. Even with visible tremors and difficulty standing‚ Michael J. Fox is commanding. In his short speech‚ the actor talked about the ability of movies to bring us together. He continued‚ discussing the magic of movies and their ability to change your entire day. Indeed they can‚ Michael. After the short speech‚ Michael announced the nominees‚ which included “Anatomy of a Fall‚” “Killers of the Flower Moon‚” “Oppenheimer‚” “Poor Things‚” and “The Holdovers.” The award went to “Oppenheimer.” Michael J. Fox Is Still Moving Toward The Future When Michael J. Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 1991 at age 29‚ he could have given up. But he didn’t. Michael is a fighter and has continued working in movies and TV series. He worked on fundraising for stem cell research with former Superman‚ Christopher Reeves. He brought Muhammad Ali‚ also suffering from Parkinson’s‚ out to discuss the disease. The two made Public Service Announcements (PSAs) to talk about Parkinson’s. Image from YouTube. In 2000‚ Michael founded the Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research. The foundation has raised more than $2 billion since its creation. Parkinson’s is currently the “fastest growing neurological condition in the world.” Michael continues to educate the world on Parkinson’s Disease. His latest movie venture‚ “Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie‚” got a nomination for the Best Documentary category at the BAFTA Awards. The movie will be available on Apple TV+ later this year. The movie chronicles the life of Michael J. Fox and takes an in-depth look at how the disease has affected his career‚ family life‚ and the personal struggles he went through after his diagnosis. Michael J. Fox may always be Marty McFly or Alex P. Keaton to many of us. He is also a hero in a world that desperately needs more people like him. He has battled Parkinson’s Disease for more than half his life‚ and he still shows up to give it his all at 62. If you enjoyed reading about Michael J. Fox’s appearance at the BAFTA Awards‚ please share this. You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Michael J. Fox Receives Standing Ovation Before Presenting BAFTA Best Picture. appeared first on InspireMore.

When a server at this Michigan restaurant received a $10‚000 tip on a $32 bill‚ she was understandably confused. However‚ when the manager at The Mason Jar Cafe double-checked with the customer‚ it turned out this huge number was no mistake. The man was adamant about leaving the generous gratuity to the waitress who had served his meal. His reason for doing so made the act of kindness even more beautiful! According to NBC 5‚ this customer was in town for a funeral. When he stopped in at the restaurant‚ he decided to leave the amazing tip in honor of his deceased friend. The Mason Jar Cafe shared a post on Facebook about the man’s incredible deed. Facebook “In a time where so much is happening‚ we wanted to share and thank the person who did this life changing act‚” read the caption. “Things can feel real heavy sometimes‚ but this was such an amazing act to have seen first hand in our restaurant.” As so often happens‚ one act of kindness led to another. Instead of keeping the $10‚000 for herself‚ the server who received the tip decided to share it with her fellow restaurant employees! Everyone received about $1‚100 each. How awesome is that? You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Man Leaves Astounding $10K Tip At Restaurant To Honor Friend Who Just Died. appeared first on InspireMore.

Mardi Gras is a party for everyone‚ no matter what age. This granny was overcome with joy at the Mardi Gras parade and she just had to bust a move. As a float drove by‚ Granny got down‚ jamming to the music and celebrating the day. @dayasapia1 Grandma cutting up at the parade#onlyinlouisiana #fypã‚·ã‚šviral ♬ original sound – Daya Her facial expressions and her dance moves outperformed everyone else at the parade. Granny was the star of the show and is now going totally viral for her Mardi Gras parade dance performance. I’m totally inspired by her dedication to the dance moves. While it’s clear she has a bit of trouble moving around‚ she had no issue getting down on the (figurative) dance floor. This image is from TikTok. Obviously‚ this icon is worthy of virality. In fact‚ almost 4 million viewers have liked this clip of Mardi Gras Granny. “Nana knows how to move‚ go girl!” commented one fan of this partying granny. “More‚ more!! Need more Mardi Gras grandma!!!” said another commenter who couldn’t get enough of this performance. This Mardi Gras granny earned some beads for her dance moves and totally made the day of everyone at the parade. She’s an inspiration to never stop enjoying life — or breaking out your moves at a party! The featured image for this post is from TikTok. The post Granny Cuts A Rug At Mardi Gras Parade And Steals Spotlight From Passing Float. appeared first on InspireMore.

At 55 years old‚ Kylie Minogue isn’t slowing down any time soon. This Australian dance-pop sensation broke into the music scene in the 80s and has continued to make hit after hit ever since. In fact‚ she’s the highest-selling female Australian artist of all time. But she’s not just a hit in “The Land Down Under” — she’s sold over 80 million records worldwide! At last night’s People’s Choice Awards‚ Minogue added yet another accolade to her list: Best Pop Dance Recording for her song Padam Padam. Fittingly‚ this is the very song that she performed at the award show‚ much to the delight of fans everywhere. Kylie Minogue Takes Center Stage at People’s Choice With Hit Padam Padam Kylie Minogue performs at the 2024 #PCAs pic.twitter.com/2v1wBLHnLB— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) February 19‚ 2024 For this iconic performance‚ Minogue dons a stunning red dress. She and her backup dancers pull off simple yet powerful moves‚ inspiring the audience to do the same! Minogue’s hit song comes from her 16th studio album. It quickly became a hit after going viral on TikTok. Although the song appeals to fans of all backgrounds‚ this Australian star has become especially popular in the LGBTQ+ community. In fact‚ you’ll often hear her songs played at pride parades! Twitter “I would say thank you for being with me for such a long time now‚ through thick and thin‚” Minogue recently said at the Grammys. “We ride the highs‚ the lows and the in-betweens‚ and to know that we’ve got each other’s backs and this feels like the start of the next era.” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here! The post Kylie Minogue Shines Bright At “People’s Choice Awards” With Dazzling Performance. appeared first on InspireMore.

When a 25-year-old with terminal cancer named Maddie shared that her bucket list included meeting celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay‚ he helped her get her wish‚ and he did it in the most heartwarming way. Maddie shared her list on TikTok in January‚ and it went viral in January with nearly 8 million views. It wasn’t long before Gordon spotted it. When he did‚ he pulled out all the stops to ensure she had the experience of a lifetime. TikTok “Thank you for that video‚” he said in a video response. “And of course‚ I’d love to see you and meet in person — but not just any ‘Hello‚ Goodbye.'” Gordon Ramsay booked Maddie and her girlfriend a flight to Miami so they could dine at his Hell’s Kitchen restaurant. The next night‚ they were his VIP guests for the opening of his new restaurant in South Beach named Lucky Cat. The opening was a star-studded affair with celebrity guests like Cuba Gooding Jr. and Gloria Estefan. Gordon Ramsay posted a new video that highlights his time with Maddie. It shows her with happy tears as the two hold hands. It also shows them dancing in Hell’s Kitchen and gives footage of Maddie posing for pictures at the grand opening. @gordonramsayofficial I hope you had the best time @madison in Miami ! It was such an honour for you to be my VVIP last night at #LuckyCat ! Thx to everyone on TikTok too for helping making sure these dreams come true Gx ♬ Interstellar (Main Theme) – Random Piano “I hope you had the best time @madison in Miami!” Gordon wrote in the caption. “It was such an honor for you to be my VVIP last night at #LuckyCat! Thx to everyone on TikTok too for helping making sure these dreams come true Gx.” “THE MOST SPECIAL NIGHT OF MY LIFE‚” Maddie shared in the captions. “SO BEAUTIFUL; SO AMAZING. SO MUCH LOVE FOR ALL OF THE GORDON FAMILY. thank you..” Maddie also posted her own video from that night that shows her twirling and laughing with Gordon. “GORDON RAMSAY! The biggest honor and the coolest night of my whole entire life‚” she gushed. “And for everyone who made this happen; I love you!” @fruitsnackmaddy GORDON RAMSAY! The biggest honor and the coolest night of my whole entire life. And for everyone who made this happen; I love you! @Gordon Ramsay #LuckyCatbyGordonRamsay #GordonRamsay #HellsKitchen #Miami #Cancer #StageIVCancer #TerminalCancer ♬ a thousand years – Christina Perri Gordon signed off by adding‚ “Thank you for teaching me to dance‚ it’s the first time ever in a kitchen .” The post Gordon Ramsay Helps Check Off Bucket List Item For Woman With Terminal Cancer. appeared first on InspireMore.