'Suddenly in Charge’ will support teens who take care of younger children

MANHATTAN, Kan. – The closing of schools and preschools linked to the spread of the new coronavirus sent parents scrambling to find help in taking care of their young children. In some cases, that means older children are helping look after younger kids.&nbsp;

K-State Research and Extension has launched a new program, “<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/families/suddenly-in-charge/index.html" target="_blank">Suddenly in Charge</a>,” aimed at helping older children learn the best ways to handle what may be a new role taking care of younger children, whether in their own homes or those of a neighbor or friend.

“Suddenly in Charge is important for our Kansas communities because many families are trying to work from home, and/or have children now at home responsible for providing care for younger children,” said Bradford Wiles, an extension specialist in early childhood development. “The safety of these children is crucial and we want to help families get some of the basic safety elements in place first, and then help them with age-appropriate activities.”

Over the coming weeks, helpful information will be available on the Suddenly in Charge&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/families/suddenly-in-charge/index.html" target="_blank">website</a>&nbsp;for teens, tweens and anyone charged with caring for younger children, whether it’s a new situation or they’ve been doing it for years.

“Suddenly in Charge will provide trusted guidance from experts each of the forthcoming weeks with information about the things that families need,” Wiles said. “For example, we have resources being created about food, media safety, disaster safety, animal care and safety, and mental health and wellness, just to name a few.”

One of the first resources planned is a babysitter information sheet with spaces for parent contact information, emergency contacts, doctor information and more.

“This program provides an excellent example of the flexibility and responsiveness to the COVID-19 crisis by the College of Health and Human Sciences Extension campus and field faculty, who include local extension agents in area and county offices throughout the state,” Wiles said. “A team of those specialists and agents that comprise the Child and Family Development program focus team has been working nonstop to help families respond to this crisis on the individual and family levels.

“This work,” he added, “represents the extension model for diffusion of knowledge at its finest, as we are able to help families with simple and easy ways to make things safer and reduce the stress of this pandemic. We are uniquely positioned to help."

More information for all individuals and families is available on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/news/stories/about-us/covid-19-extension.html" target="_blank">K-State Research and Extension website</a>.

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 </figure>'Suddenly in Charge’ will support teens who take care of younger childrenMANHATTAN, Kan. – The closing of schools and preschools linked to the spread of the new coronavirus sent parents scrambling to find help in taking care of their young children. In some cases, that means older children are helping look after younger kids.&nbsp;K-State Research and Extension has launched a new program, “<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/families/suddenly-in-charge/index.html" target="_blank">Suddenly in Charge</a>,” aimed at helping older children learn the best ways to handle what may be a new role taking care of younger children, whether in their own homes or those of a neighbor or friend.“Suddenly in Charge is important for our Kansas communities because many families are trying to work from home, and/or have children now at home responsible for providing care for younger children,” said Bradford Wiles, an extension specialist in early childhood development. “The safety of these children is crucial and we want to help families get some of the basic safety elements in place first, and then help them with age-appropriate activities.”Over the coming weeks, helpful information will be available on the Suddenly in Charge&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/families/suddenly-in-charge/index.html" target="_blank">website</a>&nbsp;for teens, tweens and anyone charged with caring for younger children, whether it’s a new situation or they’ve been doing it for years.“Suddenly in Charge will provide trusted guidance from experts each of the forthcoming weeks with information about the things that families need,” Wiles said. “For example, we have resources being created about food, media safety, disaster safety, animal care and safety, and mental health and wellness, just to name a few.”One of the first resources planned is a babysitter information sheet with spaces for parent contact information, emergency contacts, doctor information and more.“This program provides an excellent example of the flexibility and responsiveness to the COVID-19 crisis by the College of Health and Human Sciences Extension campus and field faculty, who include local extension agents in area and county offices throughout the state,” Wiles said. “A team of those specialists and agents that comprise the Child and Family Development program focus team has been working nonstop to help families respond to this crisis on the individual and family levels.“This work,” he added, “represents the extension model for diffusion of knowledge at its finest, as we are able to help families with simple and easy ways to make things safer and reduce the stress of this pandemic. We are uniquely positioned to help."More information for all individuals and families is available on the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/news/stories/about-us/covid-19-extension.html" target="_blank">K-State Research and Extension website</a>.

Children caring for children: K-State launches program to help

Understanding Governor Kelly's Stay at Home Order

There is new information to indicate community spread of the coronavirus in Riley County.The Riley County Health Department said Sunday that one of the recent positive cases did not travel outside of the community. The source of the patient’s exposure is unknown. A community spread case means the patient had no recent travel history or contact with another person known to be infected, indicating that the virus may have spread within the local community.

The patient is currently in isolation at home and took all of the right actions as soon as symptoms developed. The Riley County Health Department is completing contact tracing, but the individual confirmed that they went to the west side Dillons on March 26 and to Walmart on March 30. The patient developed symptoms on March 31 and has been in isolation since that time.

“Staying home is the best weapon we have to stop the spread of the disease," said Local Health Officer Julie Gibbs. "Everyone who complies with the order doing their part to help save lives. We need everyone to take this seriously."

Riley County Statistics for Sunday, April 5, 2020:

•Total number of positive cases: 13•Median age of positive cases: 38 years•No hospitalizations; all patients are recovering in isolation at home•Total negative tests for Riley County residents: 79•Total pending tests for Riley County residents: 18•Total Riley County residents being monitored (includes close contacts and travelers, but NOT positive cases): 34•Total Riley County Residents who have completed their monitoring/quarantine period: 47•Riley County is averaging two new cases per day, which is well below the rate of spread in hot spot communities.

People should only go out for essential needs, and limit contact with others. Any non-essential travel should be avoided.

“If you do have to go out for supplies, only send one person in your household and practice social distancing and hygiene recommendations from the CDC,” said Riley County Police Department Assistant Director Kurt Moldrup.

There is new information to indicate community spread of the coronavirus in Riley County.The Riley County Health Department said Sunday that one of the recent positive cases did not travel outside of the community. The source of the patient’s exposure is unknown. A community spread case means the patient had no recent travel history or contact with another person known to be infected, indicating that the virus may have spread within the local community.The patient is currently in isolation at home and took all of the right actions as soon as symptoms developed. The Riley County Health Department is completing contact tracing, but the individual confirmed that they went to the west side Dillons on March 26 and to Walmart on March 30. The patient developed symptoms on March 31 and has been in isolation since that time.“Staying home is the best weapon we have to stop the spread of the disease," said Local Health Officer Julie Gibbs. "Everyone who complies with the order doing their part to help save lives. We need everyone to take this seriously."Riley County Statistics for Sunday, April 5, 2020:•Total number of positive cases: 13•Median age of positive cases: 38 years•No hospitalizations; all patients are recovering in isolation at home•Total negative tests for Riley County residents: 79•Total pending tests for Riley County residents: 18•Total Riley County residents being monitored (includes close contacts and travelers, but NOT positive cases): 34•Total Riley County Residents who have completed their monitoring/quarantine period: 47•Riley County is averaging two new cases per day, which is well below the rate of spread in hot spot communities.People should only go out for essential needs, and limit contact with others. Any non-essential travel should be avoided.“If you do have to go out for supplies, only send one person in your household and practice social distancing and hygiene recommendations from the CDC,” said Riley County Police Department Assistant Director Kurt Moldrup.

 Thirteen cases of COVID-19 diagnosed in Riley County

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged criminal threat and have made an arrest.

Just after 11p.m. Saturday, officers filed a report for aggravated criminal threat and aggravated arson in the 500 block of Yuma St. in Manhattan, according to the RCPD activity report.

&nbsp;For victims in their 20s reported a known male suspect made threats to set a fire. 

Police arrested Dakeal Allen, 18, of Manhattan, on requested charges of criminal threat and aggravated arson. Allen is being held on a total bond of $12,000.00.&nbsp;

RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged criminal threat and have made an arrest.Just after 11p.m. Saturday, officers filed a report for aggravated criminal threat and aggravated arson in the 500 block of Yuma St. in Manhattan, according to the RCPD activity report.&nbsp;For victims in their 20s reported a known male suspect made threats to set a fire. Police arrested Dakeal Allen, 18, of Manhattan, on requested charges of criminal threat and aggravated arson. Allen is being held on a total bond of $12,000.00.&nbsp;

RCPD: Teen arrested for alleged threat to start a fire

MANHATTAN —Officers have filed a report for aggravated assault and unlawful discharge of a firearm near North 12th Street and Bluemont Avenue, according to the RCPD activity report.

Just before 4:30 PM. Officers listed a 32-year-old man as the victim when he reported a known male suspect identified as 36-year-old Lamarques Channel, 36, Manhattan, discharged a firearm during an argument. 

Police arrested Channel on requested charges of aggravated assault, criminal discharge of a firearm, criminal possession of a weapon by felon and possession of marijuana. 

Channel remains jailed on a bond of $35,000.00, according to the RCPD.

Riley County police said Friday that the Police Emergency Dispatch Center received multiple 911 calls about 4:20 p.m. reporting a single shot fired near Aggieville.

Officers responded to the 1100 block of Bluemont and through an initial investigation determined no one was injured. A suspect is in custody.&nbsp;

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 </figure>MANHATTAN —Officers have filed a report for aggravated assault and unlawful discharge of a firearm near North 12th Street and Bluemont Avenue, according to the RCPD activity report.Just before 4:30 PM. Officers listed a 32-year-old man as the victim when he reported a known male suspect identified as 36-year-old Lamarques Channel, 36, Manhattan, discharged a firearm during an argument. Police arrested Channel on requested charges of aggravated assault, criminal discharge of a firearm, criminal possession of a weapon by felon and possession of marijuana. Channel remains jailed on a bond of $35,000.00, according to the RCPD.----------Riley County police said Friday that the Police Emergency Dispatch Center received multiple 911 calls about 4:20 p.m. reporting a single shot fired near Aggieville.Officers responded to the 1100 block of Bluemont and through an initial investigation determined no one was injured. A suspect is in custody.&nbsp;This is an ongoing investigation.

Update: Suspect in Manhattan shooting remains jailed on $35K bond

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

AUSTIN LEE DOWLING, 26, Manhattan,&nbsp;Endangerment; Recklessly expose to danger of
great bodily harm or death
Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily
harm to family/person in dating relationship
Criminal damage to property; Without consent
value &lt; $1000; Bond $3000

WILLIAM JOSHUA JAMES BASS, 20,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st
conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750

ANDREW SHAY FRANKLIN, 18, Ogden, Failure to Appear; Bond $158

JAMES YOUNG, 21, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 6000 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY10:44 AM.

YANCY ARMENTA MENDOZA, 28, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 3400 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR RACING ON HIGHWAYS (08-1565) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:54 PM.

MICHAEL FLORES, 34, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 7:46 AM.

BENJAMIN HITE, 23, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:22 AM.

SHELTON RICHARDS, 40, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:41 AM.

HANNAH METHENY, 27, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 9:06 AM.

LEIGH ALMEIDA, 27, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 9:33 AM.

DWAYNE BRYANT, 25, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY10:33 AM.

LLOYD BASS, 23, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY11 AM.

CHRISTOPHER LONGORIA, 20, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY12:07 PM.

MICHAEL BRYANT, 74, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT E RILEY AVE &amp; FORT RILEY BLVD IN OGDEN FOR IMPROPER DRIVING ON LANED ROAD (8-46) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY12:21 PM.

KIMBERLY ROMANSKI, 58, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN&nbsp;&nbsp;FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY12:44 PM.

CHASE ANTONY, 23, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:01 PM.

GERARD FARR JOHNSTON, 21, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 6300 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:38 PM.

MICHAEL MOJICA, 24, OF JUNCTION CITY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 3400 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR RACING ON HIGHWAYS (08-1565)&nbsp; AND FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:54 PM.

BAYLEE HOGAN, 21, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 1100 BLK MARLATT AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:34 PM.

SYLVIA MARQUEZ, 36, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 3100 BLK TUTTLE CREEK BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR DRIVE RIGHT SIDE ROAD REQUIRED (08-1514) ON APRIL 3, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:06 AM.

ALEXANDER MOUNTFORD, 28, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 6000 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 3, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:10 PM.

KYLER OWENS, 23, OF TOPEKA, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 500 BLK BLUEMONT AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (22-91) ON APRIL 4, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:30 AM.

KAREN CUNNINGHAM, 45, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT 5344 ANDERSON AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR BATTERY; KNOWING/RECKLESSLY CAUSING BODILY HARM (20616) ON APRIL 4, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 2:30 PM.

THOMAS OWENS, 34, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT FORT RILEY BLVD &amp; S SETH CHILD RD IN MANHATTAN FOR INATTENTIVE DRIVING (14-104) ON APRIL 3, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 6 PM.

GUILERMO RAMIREZ, 50, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 200 BLK PILLSBURY DR IN MANHATTAN FOR DRIVE CANC/SUSP/REV LICENSE&nbsp; AND FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON APRIL 3, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:30 AM.

MASSIMILIANO CAVALERI, 47, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT 706 RIDGEWOOD DR IN MANHATTAN FOR FAILURE TO PERFORM DUTY (5-26) AND FOR DRIVE IN VIOLATION OF RESTRICTIONS (19-195) ON MARCH 24, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY12 PM

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.AUSTIN LEE DOWLING, 26, Manhattan,&nbsp;Endangerment; Recklessly expose to danger of
great bodily harm or death
Domestic battery; Knowing or reckless bodily
harm to family/person in dating relationship
Criminal damage to property; Without consent
value &lt; $1000; Bond $3000WILLIAM JOSHUA JAMES BASS, 20,&nbsp;Driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol; 1st
conv; blood/breath .08 or &gt;; Bond $750ANDREW SHAY FRANKLIN, 18, Ogden, Failure to Appear; Bond $158CITATION REPORTJAMES YOUNG, 21, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 6000 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY10:44 AM.YANCY ARMENTA MENDOZA, 28, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 3400 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR RACING ON HIGHWAYS (08-1565) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:54 PM.MICHAEL FLORES, 34, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 7:46 AM.BENJAMIN HITE, 23, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:22 AM.SHELTON RICHARDS, 40, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 8:41 AM.HANNAH METHENY, 27, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 9:06 AM.LEIGH ALMEIDA, 27, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 9:33 AM.DWAYNE BRYANT, 25, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY10:33 AM.LLOYD BASS, 23, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY11 AM.CHRISTOPHER LONGORIA, 20, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY12:07 PM.MICHAEL BRYANT, 74, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT E RILEY AVE &amp; FORT RILEY BLVD IN OGDEN FOR IMPROPER DRIVING ON LANED ROAD (8-46) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY12:21 PM.KIMBERLY ROMANSKI, 58, OF OGDEN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN&nbsp;&nbsp;FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY12:44 PM.CHASE ANTONY, 23, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 5700 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:01 PM.GERARD FARR JOHNSTON, 21, OF FT RILEY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 6300 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:38 PM.MICHAEL MOJICA, 24, OF JUNCTION CITY, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 3400 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR RACING ON HIGHWAYS (08-1565)&nbsp; AND FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:54 PM.BAYLEE HOGAN, 21, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 1100 BLK MARLATT AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR SPEEDING (7-33) ON APRIL 2, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:34 PM.SYLVIA MARQUEZ, 36, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 3100 BLK TUTTLE CREEK BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR DRIVE RIGHT SIDE ROAD REQUIRED (08-1514) ON APRIL 3, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:06 AM.ALEXANDER MOUNTFORD, 28, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 6000 BLK FORT RILEY BLVD IN MANHATTAN FOR MAXIMUM SPEED LIMITS (08-1558) ON APRIL 3, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 3:10 PM.KYLER OWENS, 23, OF TOPEKA, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 500 BLK BLUEMONT AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA (22-91) ON APRIL 4, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:30 AM.KAREN CUNNINGHAM, 45, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT 5344 ANDERSON AVE IN MANHATTAN FOR BATTERY; KNOWING/RECKLESSLY CAUSING BODILY HARM (20616) ON APRIL 4, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 2:30 PM.THOMAS OWENS, 34, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT FORT RILEY BLVD &amp; S SETH CHILD RD IN MANHATTAN FOR INATTENTIVE DRIVING (14-104) ON APRIL 3, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 6 PM.GUILERMO RAMIREZ, 50, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE IN THE 200 BLK PILLSBURY DR IN MANHATTAN FOR DRIVE CANC/SUSP/REV LICENSE&nbsp; AND FOR NO PROOF OF MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY (19-200) ON APRIL 3, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:30 AM.MASSIMILIANO CAVALERI, 47, OF MANHATTAN, KS WAS CITED WHILE AT 706 RIDGEWOOD DR IN MANHATTAN FOR FAILURE TO PERFORM DUTY (5-26) AND FOR DRIVE IN VIOLATION OF RESTRICTIONS (19-195) ON MARCH 24, 2,020 AT APPROXIMATELY12 PM

Riley County Arrest Report Monday April 6

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 11a.m. Sunday in Wabaunsee County.

The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2015 Ford Escape driven by Cody Alan Boggs, 28, Wamego was southbound on Kansas 99 at Paw Paw Creek Road.&nbsp;

The Ford rear-ended a 2013 Peterbilt semi driven by Christopher J. Landreth, 47, Holdenville, OK., that had slowed down to almost a complete stop due to zero visibility caused by a controlled burn.&nbsp;

EMS transported Boggs to the Wamego Health Center. Landreth was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the KHP.

WABAUNSEE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just before 11a.m. Sunday in Wabaunsee County.The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2015 Ford Escape driven by Cody Alan Boggs, 28, Wamego was southbound on Kansas 99 at Paw Paw Creek Road.&nbsp;The Ford rear-ended a 2013 Peterbilt semi driven by Christopher J. Landreth, 47, Holdenville, OK., that had slowed down to almost a complete stop due to zero visibility caused by a controlled burn.&nbsp;EMS transported Boggs to the Wamego Health Center. Landreth was not injured. Both drivers were properly restrained at the time of the accident, according to the KHP.

Man from Wamego hospitalized after rear-end crash

The case involves a 48 year old man who traveled to the Texas area and is currently at home. The individual returned home and self-quarantined. The Geary County Health Department is working with the individual who resides in Junction City. No further information about the patient will be released. KDHE has released guidelines (http://www.kdheks.gov/coronavirus/COVID-19_Resource_Center.htm for quarantine and isolation of travelers who visited locations in the United States where large numbers of people have contracted the disease. These guidelines are available on our Facebook page.

Please adhere to the following recommendations:

• Avoid non-essential trips and stay home to the extent you can.

• Follow all recommendations regarding self-quarantine

• Avoid large gatherings (groups of more than 10)

• If you do need to go out in public, ensure you maintain six feet distance from other people.

We encourage everyone to stay at home except for necessary trips for essential items. Only one member of the family go so you lessen the chance the exposure.

The case involves a 48 year old man who traveled to the Texas area and is currently at home. The individual returned home and self-quarantined. The Geary County Health Department is working with the individual who resides in Junction City. No further information about the patient will be released. KDHE has released guidelines (http://www.kdheks.gov/coronavirus/COVID-19_Resource_Center.htm for quarantine and isolation of travelers who visited locations in the United States where large numbers of people have contracted the disease. These guidelines are available on our Facebook page.Please adhere to the following recommendations:• Avoid non-essential trips and stay home to the extent you can.• Follow all recommendations regarding self-quarantine• Avoid large gatherings (groups of more than 10)• If you do need to go out in public, ensure you maintain six feet distance from other people.We encourage everyone to stay at home except for necessary trips for essential items. Only one member of the family go so you lessen the chance the exposure.

Second case of Coronavirus-19 identified in Geary County

A lack of activity in the community is a good thing. That observation was made by the Assistant Director of the Riley County Police Department, Kurt Moldrup, on Saturday. "It's amazing the lack of activity we see in the community. Again, that's a good sign, that's the goal of this is to stay at home and not have everybody out and about.

Moldrup spoke during a Riley County briefing. "I think we're seeing more people get used to the concept of social distancing, staying six feet apart, which I think we continue to see improvement in breaking those habits like hugging, shaking hands, of people standing apart as they're out exercising continuing to keep that distance."

Moldrup noted that in the stores he is also seeing less group with one person per shopping cart. "I think we're starting to create new habits that way." Moldrup added that will flatten the coronavirus curve, and that needs to continue.

The State of Kansas is under a stay at home order due to COVID-19.

A lack of activity in the community is a good thing. That observation was made by the Assistant Director of the Riley County Police Department, Kurt Moldrup, on Saturday. "It's amazing the lack of activity we see in the community. Again, that's a good sign, that's the goal of this is to stay at home and not have everybody out and about.Moldrup spoke during a Riley County briefing. "I think we're seeing more people get used to the concept of social distancing, staying six feet apart, which I think we continue to see improvement in breaking those habits like hugging, shaking hands, of people standing apart as they're out exercising continuing to keep that distance."Moldrup noted that in the stores he is also seeing less group with one person per shopping cart. "I think we're starting to create new habits that way." Moldrup added that will flatten the coronavirus curve, and that needs to continue.The State of Kansas is under a stay at home order due to COVID-19.

Community patterns reflect a good sign

DAKEAL JAVIEL FRANCO ALLEN, 18, Manhattan, Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or
disruption
Aggravated arson; Substantial risk to great bodily
harm; Bond $12,000

MERSADIES RENETTE HESKETT, 21, Ogden, Failure to Appear(2x); Bond $4000

The following is a summary of arrests, citations by the Riley County Police Department. Those arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.DAKEAL JAVIEL FRANCO ALLEN, 18, Manhattan, Criminal threat; Cause terror, evacuation or
disruption
Aggravated arson; Substantial risk to great bodily
harm; Bond $12,000MERSADIES RENETTE HESKETT, 21, Ogden, Failure to Appear(2x); Bond $4000

Riley County Arrest Report Sunday April 5

There are currently eleven (11) positive cases of coronavirus in Riley County. There are no positive Riley County patients being treated at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan at this time. The two (2) patients who were hospitalized have been released to continue recovery in isolation at their homes. There are 28 tests pending and 22 additional people who are being monitored by the Riley County Health Department (RCHD).

All of the positive cases in Riley County are still associated with travel outside of the community.

One of the most recent cases, which is travel related, is a student living on campus at Kansas State University. The patient has been in isolation in the Jardine Apartments on the Manhattan campus since March 23 when that person notified K-State health staff of their symptoms.

The university acted immediately when learning of this information, and under strict protocols, moved the individual to isolate in Jardine. For a few days prior to that, the person had self-quarantined in a suite-style Marlatt residence hall room with a private bathroom after returning from out-of-state. No other residents were in the suite during this time.

Lafene Health Center and Riley County Health Department acted quickly and have followed protocols aimed at preventing the spread of the virus and protecting the community. Lafene Health Center and other K-State staff have been communicating with the person on a consistent basis and have initiated contact tracing.

“K-State is taking all of the necessary steps to preserve safety for their staff and students,” said Local Health Officer Julie Gibbs. “They took action early, kept the student in isolation, and continue to follow guidelines from the Riley County Health Department and the CDC.”

Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated advice about the wearing of cloth masks in areas where COVID-19 has reached widespread community transmission. Instructions for making and wearing cloth masks is available on the CDC website at&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Findex.html%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0_l7zyJY3ETuvt85WBlAp5sPWUZi7-Up7O2bfXzRsHPp-J0ayEbLf0z_k&amp;h=AT1CZYYpNIxBjs06kCN46PbqN2xbphSNZCWxcpdncVIIG0gPDRDEJA-2QqixDprPLV-z1I0FteAh56LieaLK7ulCwfcLGDt48h0HTVQoYGHgVsrgH094ktOS__6txM3BttE-wvFjxkYG1RzYAzvBJkggLYTp1EnjBclyxZ4zWGtzjdYsZdprDq5DRFxuuVX4HtOxirIPpOmQUPiP78oSIRSyfvhMgquocUcy-OuJYsM-WSVwxvWtaZNPO0scgqElyiDtxWLCWL3KmmznMZ0exne66NsUmVTmAnPwTrh4I9GkXkP73MknVv2e7QQlusBAZF5HZNsiYKMIsX4CgUcV-eYantSnkcCP3kxTOTYPs-N9qZryi8IbXO77PEnjyDZGS1mRrnbWVRQY1-kSMk_zcPdMpOi1qrrpRnFZHb6S-MrT0tI7lnyxdFGL1yqcNc6q-e5Iblo6rqBqK3ifEEq8hke9kc6zcCV4yPnOpdX5bbs5ynFvnv413kl7B2R4w6vGKL02SI5tXdwCrOVAi4ZW_0WmZbDJ4WXR_QdgjQWx6thDl4pD7zgEmL0Ksi9hheVGGX44oxgXGBL-4aMKmHSwvp1-buqVo7NWukh7cY27fZ5rSK-HYiInMfiEJKHjyT7808mJ" target="_blank">https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html</a>.

There are currently eleven (11) positive cases of coronavirus in Riley County. There are no positive Riley County patients being treated at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan at this time. The two (2) patients who were hospitalized have been released to continue recovery in isolation at their homes. There are 28 tests pending and 22 additional people who are being monitored by the Riley County Health Department (RCHD).All of the positive cases in Riley County are still associated with travel outside of the community.One of the most recent cases, which is travel related, is a student living on campus at Kansas State University. The patient has been in isolation in the Jardine Apartments on the Manhattan campus since March 23 when that person notified K-State health staff of their symptoms.The university acted immediately when learning of this information, and under strict protocols, moved the individual to isolate in Jardine. For a few days prior to that, the person had self-quarantined in a suite-style Marlatt residence hall room with a private bathroom after returning from out-of-state. No other residents were in the suite during this time.Lafene Health Center and Riley County Health Department acted quickly and have followed protocols aimed at preventing the spread of the virus and protecting the community. Lafene Health Center and other K-State staff have been communicating with the person on a consistent basis and have initiated contact tracing.“K-State is taking all of the necessary steps to preserve safety for their staff and students,” said Local Health Officer Julie Gibbs. “They took action early, kept the student in isolation, and continue to follow guidelines from the Riley County Health Department and the CDC.”Today, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released updated advice about the wearing of cloth masks in areas where COVID-19 has reached widespread community transmission. Instructions for making and wearing cloth masks is available on the CDC website at&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Findex.html%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0_l7zyJY3ETuvt85WBlAp5sPWUZi7-Up7O2bfXzRsHPp-J0ayEbLf0z_k&amp;h=AT1CZYYpNIxBjs06kCN46PbqN2xbphSNZCWxcpdncVIIG0gPDRDEJA-2QqixDprPLV-z1I0FteAh56LieaLK7ulCwfcLGDt48h0HTVQoYGHgVsrgH094ktOS__6txM3BttE-wvFjxkYG1RzYAzvBJkggLYTp1EnjBclyxZ4zWGtzjdYsZdprDq5DRFxuuVX4HtOxirIPpOmQUPiP78oSIRSyfvhMgquocUcy-OuJYsM-WSVwxvWtaZNPO0scgqElyiDtxWLCWL3KmmznMZ0exne66NsUmVTmAnPwTrh4I9GkXkP73MknVv2e7QQlusBAZF5HZNsiYKMIsX4CgUcV-eYantSnkcCP3kxTOTYPs-N9qZryi8IbXO77PEnjyDZGS1mRrnbWVRQY1-kSMk_zcPdMpOi1qrrpRnFZHb6S-MrT0tI7lnyxdFGL1yqcNc6q-e5Iblo6rqBqK3ifEEq8hke9kc6zcCV4yPnOpdX5bbs5ynFvnv413kl7B2R4w6vGKL02SI5tXdwCrOVAi4ZW_0WmZbDJ4WXR_QdgjQWx6thDl4pD7zgEmL0Ksi9hheVGGX44oxgXGBL-4aMKmHSwvp1-buqVo7NWukh7cY27fZ5rSK-HYiInMfiEJKHjyT7808mJ" target="_blank">https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html</a>.

Two additional cases of COVID-19 reported in Riley County

UNDATED (AP) — Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett headline a nine-person group announced today as this year’s enshrinees into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. They all got into the Hall in their first year of eligibility, as did WNBA great Tamika Catchings. 

Two-time NBA champion coach Rudy Tomjanovich (tahm-JAHN'-oh-vich), longtime Baylor women’s coach Kim Mulkey, 1,000-game winner Barbara Stevens of Bentley and three-time Final Four coach Eddie Sutton were also selected. So was former FIBA (FEE'-bah) Secretary General Patrick Baumann.

UNDATED (AP) — Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett headline a nine-person group announced today as this year’s enshrinees into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. They all got into the Hall in their first year of eligibility, as did WNBA great Tamika Catchings. Two-time NBA champion coach Rudy Tomjanovich (tahm-JAHN'-oh-vich), longtime Baylor women’s coach Kim Mulkey, 1,000-game winner Barbara Stevens of Bentley and three-time Final Four coach Eddie Sutton were also selected. So was former FIBA (FEE'-bah) Secretary General Patrick Baumann.

Nine selected for the Basketball Hall of Fame

— The U.S. Tennis Association says it’s best not to play the sport right now because of the coronavirus pandemic. The USTA called it “in the best interest of society to take a collective pause” from tennis. The statement from the organization that runs the U.S. Open Grand Slam tournament said there is “the possibility” that the virus could be transferred among people via sharing and touching of tennis balls, net posts, court surfaces, benches or gate handles.

— The Preakness is looking for a new date for the Triple Crown race normally held on the third Saturday in May. The owners of Pimlico Race Course and the Maryland Jockey Club have also decided to cancel the infield party on race day. The Preakness usually draws more than 100,000 fans, most of whom gather on the infield. The Kentucky Derby was previously postponed from May 2 to Sept. 5.

— The U.S. Women's Open is moving from the end of spring to the middle of December. The USGA says the Women's Open at Champions Golf Club in Houston is moving from June 4-7 to Dec. 10-13. The LPGA has also postponed or canceled the next five events on its schedule. All but the Pure Silk Championship are getting new dates later in the year.

— The WNBA has postponed the start of its season because of the coronavirus pandemic. The league was set to open training camps on April 26 and the regular season was to begin on May 15. The WNBA will still hold a “virtual” draft on April 17. Two WNBA cities are major hot spots for the virus: New York and Seattle. The WNBA, which was set to begin its 24th season, is the longest running professional women's sports league.

— Major League Soccer has extended its training moratorium through April 24 because of the coronavirus outbreak. Team facilities are closed to players and staff — except for players requiring treatment that cannot be administered at their homes. Players are expected to remain in market with their teams during the moratorium to avoid the spread of the virus.

— The U.S. Tennis Association says it’s best not to play the sport right now because of the coronavirus pandemic. The USTA called it “in the best interest of society to take a collective pause” from tennis. The statement from the organization that runs the U.S. Open Grand Slam tournament said there is “the possibility” that the virus could be transferred among people via sharing and touching of tennis balls, net posts, court surfaces, benches or gate handles.— The Preakness is looking for a new date for the Triple Crown race normally held on the third Saturday in May. The owners of Pimlico Race Course and the Maryland Jockey Club have also decided to cancel the infield party on race day. The Preakness usually draws more than 100,000 fans, most of whom gather on the infield. The Kentucky Derby was previously postponed from May 2 to Sept. 5.— The U.S. Women's Open is moving from the end of spring to the middle of December. The USGA says the Women's Open at Champions Golf Club in Houston is moving from June 4-7 to Dec. 10-13. The LPGA has also postponed or canceled the next five events on its schedule. All but the Pure Silk Championship are getting new dates later in the year.— The WNBA has postponed the start of its season because of the coronavirus pandemic. The league was set to open training camps on April 26 and the regular season was to begin on May 15. The WNBA will still hold a “virtual” draft on April 17. Two WNBA cities are major hot spots for the virus: New York and Seattle. The WNBA, which was set to begin its 24th season, is the longest running professional women's sports league.— Major League Soccer has extended its training moratorium through April 24 because of the coronavirus outbreak. Team facilities are closed to players and staff — except for players requiring treatment that cannot be administered at their homes. Players are expected to remain in market with their teams during the moratorium to avoid the spread of the virus.

Update on sports pandemic information

UNDATED (AP) — Days after the NFL revealed its hopes of conducting a normal regular season and playoffs, its chief medical officer is warning that nothing is a certainty during the coronavirus pandemic.

Dr. Allen Sills, a neurosurgeon who has been with the NFL since 2017, says he and other league and team medical personnel have been in constant communication with health officials throughout the country, looking at the same data they are using to make public recommendations. The NFL also has consulted with the other major sports leagues and the players’ union.

UNDATED (AP) — Days after the NFL revealed its hopes of conducting a normal regular season and playoffs, its chief medical officer is warning that nothing is a certainty during the coronavirus pandemic.Dr. Allen Sills, a neurosurgeon who has been with the NFL since 2017, says he and other league and team medical personnel have been in constant communication with health officials throughout the country, looking at the same data they are using to make public recommendations. The NFL also has consulted with the other major sports leagues and the players’ union.

Warning from NFL medical officer

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs and wide receiver Sammy Watkins have agreed on a restructured one-year contract that gives the franchise much-needed salary cap relief. That's according to a person familiar with the deal who spoke with The Associated Press on Friday. 

The person said Watkins will make $9 million in base salary but that incentives could drive the total package to $16 million. More important for the club, the deal will give the Chiefs about $5 million in salary cap savings ahead of the NFL draft.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs and wide receiver Sammy Watkins have agreed on a restructured one-year contract that gives the franchise much-needed salary cap relief. That's according to a person familiar with the deal who spoke with The Associated Press on Friday. The person said Watkins will make $9 million in base salary but that incentives could drive the total package to $16 million. More important for the club, the deal will give the Chiefs about $5 million in salary cap savings ahead of the NFL draft.

Chiefs and wide receiver restructure contract

Athletic directors across the U.S. are bracing for a potential financial crisis related to the coronavirus pandemic. 

A survey was conducted by an association of ADs from 130 major college football schools. It found 63% forecast a worst-case scenario in which revenue for their departments falls by at least 20% during the next school year. Even an abbreviated football season could cause schools to lose that much.

Athletic directors across the U.S. are bracing for a potential financial crisis related to the coronavirus pandemic. A survey was conducted by an association of ADs from 130 major college football schools. It found 63% forecast a worst-case scenario in which revenue for their departments falls by at least 20% during the next school year. Even an abbreviated football season could cause schools to lose that much.

COVID-19 expected to impact college athletic programs

Wimbledon has been canceled for the first time since World War II because of the coronavirus pandemic. The All England Club announced after an emergency meeting that the oldest Grand Slam tournament in tennis would not be held in 2020. 

Wimbledon was scheduled to be played on the outskirts of London from June 29 to July 12. It now joins the growing list of sports events scrapped in 2020 because of the COVID-19 outbreak. That includes the Tokyo Olympics, the NCAA men's and women's college basketball tournaments and the European soccer championship. The last time Wimbledon was called off was 1945.

Wimbledon has been canceled for the first time since World War II because of the coronavirus pandemic. The All England Club announced after an emergency meeting that the oldest Grand Slam tournament in tennis would not be held in 2020. Wimbledon was scheduled to be played on the outskirts of London from June 29 to July 12. It now joins the growing list of sports events scrapped in 2020 because of the COVID-19 outbreak. That includes the Tokyo Olympics, the NCAA men's and women's college basketball tournaments and the European soccer championship. The last time Wimbledon was called off was 1945.

Wimbledon Tennis Tournament has been canceled

&nbsp;Tulsa, OK. (AP) — One Tulsa, Oklahoma, bar owner said more than a dozen motorcyclists showed up unannounced, but he served them a round of shots anyway to celebrate a birthday. Another live-streamed a drag queen show on Facebook while up to 20 people drank inside the locked bar, ignoring police when they knocked on the door.

Both were busted — and received misdemeanor citations and court dates — after police responded to tips that the bars were violating the mayor’s order shuttering all nonessential businesses to help slow the spread of the coronavirus.

<a href="https://www.sedgwickcounty.org/covid-19/stay-at-home-order-reporting/">Click here to see the Stay-at-home</a>&nbsp;order reporting form in Sedgwick County

“There has to be some consequence for violating an executive order,” said Tulsa Police Lt. Richard Meulenberg.

Snitches are emerging as enthusiastic allies as cities, states and countries work to enforce directives meant to limit person-to-person contact amid the virus pandemic that has claimed tens of thousands of lives worldwide. They’re phoning police and municipal hotlines, complaining to elected officials and shaming perceived scofflaws on social media.

In hard-hit New York City, police arrested the owner of an illegal Brooklyn speakeasy where a dozen people were found drinking and gambling after someone called 311 with a tip.

In Chicago, a yoga studio that believed it qualified as an essential health and wellness service was closed after the city — tipped off by several residents — disagreed. Teacher Naveed Abidi of Bikram Yoga West Loop studio said he thought the studio could remain open if the space was sanitized, class size limited and students stayed far enough apart.

“If we were naughty with the government’s order, then we’re very, very sorry” said Abidi, who faces a fine of up to $10,000. “We’re not here to cause problems, we’re here to practice our poses.”

For most people, the new virus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.

But the virus is spreading rapidly and starting to max out the health care system in several cities.

Naugatuck, Connecticut, resident Gwen Becker said she was “mortified” when she drove by a golf course and saw a crowd gathered around a food truck and eating at tables together. So she took a video that her friend posted on Facebook — prompting the mayor to shut down the course.

“I was angry and upset, and I threw some f-bombs,” said Becker, 54. “You’re not going to consider that what you’re doing could kill somebody?”

In some places, investigators are patrolling the streets, looking for violators.

A team enforcing Denver’s shelter-in-place order issued five citations — including to Hobby Lobby and a Game Stop franchise that claimed it was essential — and more than 600 warnings to businesses and individuals as of Tuesday, city spokesman Alton Dillard said. The team also patrols neighborhoods, parks and recreation areas. Hobby Lobby has now closed all their stores.

In Newark, New Jersey, police shut down 15 businesses in one night and cited 161 people for violating the governor’s restrictions, saying others would be next if they didn’t heed directives. And Maryland State Police said they’d conducted nearly 6,600 business and crowd compliance checks.

Chicago police even disbanded a funeral Sunday after seeing a group of up to 60 people, many elderly, congregating inside a church, police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi said.

In some cases, residents are turning on neighbors.

Police in Spain — sometimes aided by videos and photos posted online by zealous residents, or “balcony police” — have arrested nearly 2,000 people and fined over 230,000 for violating quarantine orders.

In one viral video, the person recording it is heard criticizing a woman who decides to go for a jog and resists police orders to produce her ID card. Another shows a family of four heading to a supermarket carrying a scooter for one of their children while half a dozen neighbors yell at them from the window.

And in New Zealand, a police website set up for the public to report violators crashed after too many people tried to access it at once. Among the complaints were people playing rugby and Frisbee and holding impromptu “corona” parties, The Guardian reported.

Back in Tulsa, Lt. Meulenberg said the department’s call volume has increased substantially with residents ratting out businesses and neighbors alike, though they can’t respond to all of them.

“The fact that we have to do this at all means some people are not interested in self-preservation” or protecting others, Meulenberg said. “We’re not immunologists. We’re not scientists. We’re cops. We’re just trying to do our part.”

&nbsp;Tulsa, OK. (AP) — One Tulsa, Oklahoma, bar owner said more than a dozen motorcyclists showed up unannounced, but he served them a round of shots anyway to celebrate a birthday. Another live-streamed a drag queen show on Facebook while up to 20 people drank inside the locked bar, ignoring police when they knocked on the door.Both were busted — and received misdemeanor citations and court dates — after police responded to tips that the bars were violating the mayor’s order shuttering all nonessential businesses to help slow the spread of the coronavirus.<a href="https://www.sedgwickcounty.org/covid-19/stay-at-home-order-reporting/">Click here to see the Stay-at-home</a>&nbsp;order reporting form in Sedgwick County“There has to be some consequence for violating an executive order,” said Tulsa Police Lt. Richard Meulenberg.It turns out plenty of people agree.Snitches are emerging as enthusiastic allies as cities, states and countries work to enforce directives meant to limit person-to-person contact amid the virus pandemic that has claimed tens of thousands of lives worldwide. They’re phoning police and municipal hotlines, complaining to elected officials and shaming perceived scofflaws on social media.In hard-hit New York City, police arrested the owner of an illegal Brooklyn speakeasy where a dozen people were found drinking and gambling after someone called 311 with a tip.In Chicago, a yoga studio that believed it qualified as an essential health and wellness service was closed after the city — tipped off by several residents — disagreed. Teacher Naveed Abidi of Bikram Yoga West Loop studio said he thought the studio could remain open if the space was sanitized, class size limited and students stayed far enough apart.“If we were naughty with the government’s order, then we’re very, very sorry” said Abidi, who faces a fine of up to $10,000. “We’re not here to cause problems, we’re here to practice our poses.”For most people, the new virus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia.But the virus is spreading rapidly and starting to max out the health care system in several cities.Naugatuck, Connecticut, resident Gwen Becker said she was “mortified” when she drove by a golf course and saw a crowd gathered around a food truck and eating at tables together. So she took a video that her friend posted on Facebook — prompting the mayor to shut down the course.“I was angry and upset, and I threw some f-bombs,” said Becker, 54. “You’re not going to consider that what you’re doing could kill somebody?”In some places, investigators are patrolling the streets, looking for violators.A team enforcing Denver’s shelter-in-place order issued five citations — including to Hobby Lobby and a Game Stop franchise that claimed it was essential — and more than 600 warnings to businesses and individuals as of Tuesday, city spokesman Alton Dillard said. The team also patrols neighborhoods, parks and recreation areas. Hobby Lobby has now closed all their stores.In Newark, New Jersey, police shut down 15 businesses in one night and cited 161 people for violating the governor’s restrictions, saying others would be next if they didn’t heed directives. And Maryland State Police said they’d conducted nearly 6,600 business and crowd compliance checks.Chicago police even disbanded a funeral Sunday after seeing a group of up to 60 people, many elderly, congregating inside a church, police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi said.In some cases, residents are turning on neighbors.Police in Spain — sometimes aided by videos and photos posted online by zealous residents, or “balcony police” — have arrested nearly 2,000 people and fined over 230,000 for violating quarantine orders.In one viral video, the person recording it is heard criticizing a woman who decides to go for a jog and resists police orders to produce her ID card. Another shows a family of four heading to a supermarket carrying a scooter for one of their children while half a dozen neighbors yell at them from the window.And in New Zealand, a police website set up for the public to report violators crashed after too many people tried to access it at once. Among the complaints were people playing rugby and Frisbee and holding impromptu “corona” parties, The Guardian reported.Back in Tulsa, Lt. Meulenberg said the department’s call volume has increased substantially with residents ratting out businesses and neighbors alike, though they can’t respond to all of them.“The fact that we have to do this at all means some people are not interested in self-preservation” or protecting others, Meulenberg said. “We’re not immunologists. We’re not scientists. We’re cops. We’re just trying to do our part.”

Residents snitch on neighbors, businesses amid pandemic shutdown

SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating an aggravated battery of a law enforcement officer and asking the public to help locate a suspect identified as 22-year-old Madelyn Roberts of Wichita.

Just after 8:30 p.m. March 16, police responded to a home in the 1200 block of West 2nd Street to check for a stolen vehicle, according to officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Upon arrival, officers located the stolen vehicle at the home.&nbsp; Roberts was backing the car into the driveway, and an 18-year-old man identified as Kaeden Murphy was causing a verbal disturbance in the front of the residence.&nbsp; 

One officer contacted Murphy, and the second officer went to contact Roberts.&nbsp; She put the car in drive, drove into the officer, and struck him with the vehicle while fleeing.&nbsp; 

The officer ended up on the hood of the car before sliding off.&nbsp; The second officer lost sight of the first officer believing he was being injured and drug by the vehicle, and fired three shots.&nbsp; Roberts fled the scene in the stolen car.&nbsp; No one was injured in this event.

Officers arrested the Murphy at the home, and he was booked into jail on charges of obstruct and outstanding warrants.&nbsp;

Sometime later, a WPD officer recovered the abandoned stolen vehicle at a business in the 9400 block of East Cooperate Hills Drive.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Roberts also has outstanding warrants through the City of Wichita and Sedgwick County.&nbsp; Anyone with information on Roberts is asked to contact police.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1585942545470.png" alt="Madelyn Roberts photo Wichita Police&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Madelyn Roberts photo Wichita Police&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>SEDGWICK COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating an aggravated battery of a law enforcement officer and asking the public to help locate a suspect identified as 22-year-old Madelyn Roberts of Wichita.Just after 8:30 p.m. March 16, police responded to a home in the 1200 block of West 2nd Street to check for a stolen vehicle, according to officer Charley Davidson.&nbsp;&nbsp;Upon arrival, officers located the stolen vehicle at the home.&nbsp; Roberts was backing the car into the driveway, and an 18-year-old man identified as Kaeden Murphy was causing a verbal disturbance in the front of the residence.&nbsp; One officer contacted Murphy, and the second officer went to contact Roberts.&nbsp; She put the car in drive, drove into the officer, and struck him with the vehicle while fleeing.&nbsp; The officer ended up on the hood of the car before sliding off.&nbsp; The second officer lost sight of the first officer believing he was being injured and drug by the vehicle, and fired three shots.&nbsp; Roberts fled the scene in the stolen car.&nbsp; No one was injured in this event.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1584458140312.png" alt="Murphy" />
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 </figure>Officers arrested the Murphy at the home, and he was booked into jail on charges of obstruct and outstanding warrants.&nbsp;Sometime later, a WPD officer recovered the abandoned stolen vehicle at a business in the 9400 block of East Cooperate Hills Drive.&nbsp;&nbsp;Roberts also has outstanding warrants through the City of Wichita and Sedgwick County.&nbsp; Anyone with information on Roberts is asked to contact police.

Search continues for Kan. woman accused of hitting officer with car

Social distancing is currently the most effective way to slow the spread of COVID-19, according to the World Health Organization and the CDC.

Unacast created an interactive Scoreboard, updated daily, to empower organizations to measure and understand the efficacy of social distancing initiatives at the local level, according to their website.

The most recent report gave Missouri an F and dropped Kansas to a grade of D.&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.unacast.com/covid19/social-distancing-scoreboard">Click here to see the grade for your county.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1586171484435.png" alt="Unacast" />
 <figcaption>Unacast</figcaption>
 </figure>Social distancing is currently the most effective way to slow the spread of COVID-19, according to the World Health Organization and the CDC.Unacast created an interactive Scoreboard, updated daily, to empower organizations to measure and understand the efficacy of social distancing initiatives at the local level, according to their website.The most recent report gave Missouri an F and dropped Kansas to a grade of D.&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.unacast.com/covid19/social-distancing-scoreboard">Click here to see the grade for your county.</a>

Compare your community's social distancing activity

KANSAS CITY, MO. (AP) —&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;City police are investigating a shooting involving an off-duty officer who told investigators he shot his neighbor when his service weapon unintentionally fired.

The shooting happened around 12:30 a.m. Monday, when the officer called for help saying he had accidentally shot his neighbor, a news release from police said. Police said a preliminary investigation showed the officer was inside his home when his service weapon fired and the round entered the home of his neighbor, hitting a man in his 30s.

Police did not release the names of the victim or the officer.

The victim was taken by ambulance to a hospital in stable condition. Police said the officer — a 24-year veteran assigned to the Metro Patrol Division — will be on administrative leave until the investigation into the shooting in concluded.

The department's homicide unit is conducting the investigation, police said.

KANSAS CITY, MO. (AP) —&nbsp;Kansas&nbsp;City police are investigating a shooting involving an off-duty officer who told investigators he shot his neighbor when his service weapon unintentionally fired.The shooting happened around 12:30 a.m. Monday, when the officer called for help saying he had accidentally shot his neighbor, a news release from police said. Police said a preliminary investigation showed the officer was inside his home when his service weapon fired and the round entered the home of his neighbor, hitting a man in his 30s.Police did not release the names of the victim or the officer.The victim was taken by ambulance to a hospital in stable condition. Police said the officer — a 24-year veteran assigned to the Metro Patrol Division — will be on administrative leave until the investigation into the shooting in concluded.The department's homicide unit is conducting the investigation, police said.

Kansas City police: Officer accidentally shot neighbor

NEW YORK (AP) — Americans braced for what the nation’s top doctor warned Sunday would be “the hardest and saddest week” of their lives while Britain assumed the unwelcome mantle of deadliest coronavirus hot spot in Europe after a record 24-hour jump in deaths that surpassed even hard-hit Italy’s.

Britain’s own prime minister, Boris Johnson,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/193a0cfe074685144ade169084a68255">was hospitalized</a>, 10 days after testing positive for COVID-19 in what his office described as a “precautionary step.”

Amid the dire news, there were also glimmers of hope some hard-hit areas — the number of people dying appeared to be slowing in New York City, Spain and Italy. The news was cautiously welcomed by leaders, who also noted that any gains could easily be reversed if people did not continue to adhere to strict lockdowns.

U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams offered a stark warning about the expected wave of virus deaths.

“This is going to be our Pearl Harbor moment, our 9/11 moment,” he told “Fox News Sunday.”

But President Donald Trump later suggested the hard weeks ahead could foretell the turning of a corner. “We’re starting to see light at the end of the tunnel,” Trump said at an evening White House briefing.

In&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/09763bcbed9ff417b6eb5886155db66b">New York City, the U.S. epicenter of the pandemic</a>, daily deaths dropped slightly, along with intensive care admissions and the number of patients who needed breathing tubes inserted, but New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo warned it was “too early to tell” the significance of those numbers.

Italy and Spain also got some encouraging news. Italy registered its lowest day-to-day increase in deaths in more than two weeks — 525, said Angelo Borrelli, the head of the national Civil Protection agency. The pace of infection also seemed to be slowing.

Even so, Borrelli warned, “This good news shouldn’t make us drop our guard.”

Confirmed infections fell in Spain, too, and new deaths declined for the third straight day, dropping to 674 — the first time daily deaths have fallen below 800 in the past week.

The outlook, however, was bleak in Britain, which reported more than 600 deaths Sunday, surpassing Italy’s increase. Italy still has, by far, the world’s highest coronavirus death toll — almost 16,000.

“I hope in the years to come, everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge,” she said. “And those who come after us will say that the Britons of this generation were as strong as any.”

<a href="https://apnews.com/faa93f9fde3483bb13a605fa0d400b0c">In a rare televised address</a>, Queen Elizabeth II appealed to Britons to rise the occasion, while acknowledging enormous disruptions, grief and financial difficulties.

Johnson, meanwhile, has been hospitalized, though his office said it was not an emergency and that the 55-year-old Conservative will undergo tests.

There are concerns that Johnson’s government did not take the virus seriously enough at first and that spring weather will tempt Britons and others to break social distancing rules.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the U.K. might even ban outdoor exercise if people still ’’flout the rules.″

“The vast majority of people are following the public health advice, which is absolutely critical, and staying at home,” Hancock told Sky TV. “But there are a small minority of people who are still not doing that — it’s quite unbelievable, frankly, to see that.”

As the numbers of infections rose, Saffron Cordery, the deputy head of Britain’s National Health Service Providers, said the agency needed to focus on quickly increasing ventilator capacity and getting more protective equipment for health care workers.

Italians have not been immune to lure of the good weather, either. Top Italian officials took to national television after photos were published showing huge crowds out shopping.

Health Minister Roberto Speranza told RAI state television that all the sacrifices Italians have made since the nationwide lockdown began risked being reversed.

Restrictions on movement vary from country to country, state to state, locality to locality. Swedes have been advised to practice social distancing, but schools, bars and restaurants remain open. In Germany and Britain, residents can get outdoors to exercise and walk their dogs, while in Serbia and South Africa, dog walking is not allowed.

The ACLU filed its first&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/86171da74e787acf1a3c613a1c516311">lawsuit&nbsp;</a>over coronavirus restrictions, arguing in part that Puerto Rico’s curfew leaves people fearing arrest if they help elderly relatives by letting police determine who belongs in a family. A coastal community’s mayor in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/feecf34f9f49a2436246ef9451a683dc">Georgia</a>&nbsp;fears the governor’s mandate to open beaches will bring crowds to the small island with older residents and no medical facility.

At the Vatican, Pope Francis&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/ab92b02d9729f12678f667d80abda876">blessed palms for Palm Sunday&nbsp;</a>in a near-empty St. Peter’s Basilica. At a New Orleans church, Rev. Emmanuel Mulenga blessed palm fronds and put them on a back table so people could get them while also observing social distancing.

Worldwide, more than 1.2 million people have been confirmed infected and nearly 70,000 have died, according to Johns Hopkins University. The true numbers are certainly much higher, due to limited testing, different ways nations count the dead and deliberate under-reporting by some governments.

The vast majority of infected people recover from the virus, which is spread by microscopic droplets from coughs or sneezes. For most people, the virus causes mild to moderate symptoms such as fever and cough. But for some, especially older adults and the infirm, it can cause pneumonia and lead to death.

The rapid spread of the virus in the United States has prompted a chaotic scramble for medical equipment and protective gear.

An Associated Press&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/090600c299a8cf07f5b44d92534856bc">review</a>&nbsp;of purchasing contracts showed that federal agencies largely waited until mid-March — more than two months after the first warnings of a potential pandemic — to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.

By that time, hospitals in several states were treating thousands of infected patients without adequate equipment and pleading for shipments from the national stockpile. Now that stockpile is nearly drained just as the numbers of patients requiring critical care is surging.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1586112457795.png" alt="U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams answers questions during a Coronavirus Task Force briefing at the White House on Friday." />
 <figcaption>U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams answers questions during a Coronavirus Task Force briefing at the White House on Friday.</figcaption>
 </figure>NEW YORK (AP) — Americans braced for what the nation’s top doctor warned Sunday would be “the hardest and saddest week” of their lives while Britain assumed the unwelcome mantle of deadliest coronavirus hot spot in Europe after a record 24-hour jump in deaths that surpassed even hard-hit Italy’s.Britain’s own prime minister, Boris Johnson,&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/193a0cfe074685144ade169084a68255">was hospitalized</a>, 10 days after testing positive for COVID-19 in what his office described as a “precautionary step.”Amid the dire news, there were also glimmers of hope some hard-hit areas — the number of people dying appeared to be slowing in New York City, Spain and Italy. The news was cautiously welcomed by leaders, who also noted that any gains could easily be reversed if people did not continue to adhere to strict lockdowns.U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams offered a stark warning about the expected wave of virus deaths.“This is going to be our Pearl Harbor moment, our 9/11 moment,” he told “Fox News Sunday.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/4/1586169391337.png" alt="President Trump on Sunday, "We are starting to see light at the end of the tunnel." -photo courtesy White House" />
 <figcaption>President Trump on Sunday, "We are starting to see light at the end of the tunnel." -photo courtesy White House</figcaption>
 </figure>But President Donald Trump later suggested the hard weeks ahead could foretell the turning of a corner. “We’re starting to see light at the end of the tunnel,” Trump said at an evening White House briefing.In&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/09763bcbed9ff417b6eb5886155db66b">New York City, the U.S. epicenter of the pandemic</a>, daily deaths dropped slightly, along with intensive care admissions and the number of patients who needed breathing tubes inserted, but New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo warned it was “too early to tell” the significance of those numbers.Italy and Spain also got some encouraging news. Italy registered its lowest day-to-day increase in deaths in more than two weeks — 525, said Angelo Borrelli, the head of the national Civil Protection agency. The pace of infection also seemed to be slowing.Even so, Borrelli warned, “This good news shouldn’t make us drop our guard.”<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585696207171.png" alt="White House" />
 <figcaption>White House</figcaption>
 </figure>Confirmed infections fell in Spain, too, and new deaths declined for the third straight day, dropping to 674 — the first time daily deaths have fallen below 800 in the past week.The outlook, however, was bleak in Britain, which reported more than 600 deaths Sunday, surpassing Italy’s increase. Italy still has, by far, the world’s highest coronavirus death toll — almost 16,000.“I hope in the years to come, everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge,” she said. “And those who come after us will say that the Britons of this generation were as strong as any.”<a href="https://apnews.com/faa93f9fde3483bb13a605fa0d400b0c">In a rare televised address</a>, Queen Elizabeth II appealed to Britons to rise the occasion, while acknowledging enormous disruptions, grief and financial difficulties.Johnson, meanwhile, has been hospitalized, though his office said it was not an emergency and that the 55-year-old Conservative will undergo tests.There are concerns that Johnson’s government did not take the virus seriously enough at first and that spring weather will tempt Britons and others to break social distancing rules.Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the U.K. might even ban outdoor exercise if people still ’’flout the rules.″“The vast majority of people are following the public health advice, which is absolutely critical, and staying at home,” Hancock told Sky TV. “But there are a small minority of people who are still not doing that — it’s quite unbelievable, frankly, to see that.”As the numbers of infections rose, Saffron Cordery, the deputy head of Britain’s National Health Service Providers, said the agency needed to focus on quickly increasing ventilator capacity and getting more protective equipment for health care workers.Italians have not been immune to lure of the good weather, either. Top Italian officials took to national television after photos were published showing huge crowds out shopping.Health Minister Roberto Speranza told RAI state television that all the sacrifices Italians have made since the nationwide lockdown began risked being reversed.Restrictions on movement vary from country to country, state to state, locality to locality. Swedes have been advised to practice social distancing, but schools, bars and restaurants remain open. In Germany and Britain, residents can get outdoors to exercise and walk their dogs, while in Serbia and South Africa, dog walking is not allowed.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/3/1585696236815.png" alt="White House" />
 <figcaption>White House</figcaption>
 </figure>The ACLU filed its first&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/86171da74e787acf1a3c613a1c516311">lawsuit&nbsp;</a>over coronavirus restrictions, arguing in part that Puerto Rico’s curfew leaves people fearing arrest if they help elderly relatives by letting police determine who belongs in a family. A coastal community’s mayor in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/feecf34f9f49a2436246ef9451a683dc">Georgia</a>&nbsp;fears the governor’s mandate to open beaches will bring crowds to the small island with older residents and no medical facility.At the Vatican, Pope Francis&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/ab92b02d9729f12678f667d80abda876">blessed palms for Palm Sunday&nbsp;</a>in a near-empty St. Peter’s Basilica. At a New Orleans church, Rev. Emmanuel Mulenga blessed palm fronds and put them on a back table so people could get them while also observing social distancing.Worldwide, more than 1.2 million people have been confirmed infected and nearly 70,000 have died, according to Johns Hopkins University. The true numbers are certainly much higher, due to limited testing, different ways nations count the dead and deliberate under-reporting by some governments.The vast majority of infected people recover from the virus, which is spread by microscopic droplets from coughs or sneezes. For most people, the virus causes mild to moderate symptoms such as fever and cough. But for some, especially older adults and the infirm, it can cause pneumonia and lead to death.The rapid spread of the virus in the United States has prompted a chaotic scramble for medical equipment and protective gear.An Associated Press&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/090600c299a8cf07f5b44d92534856bc">review</a>&nbsp;of purchasing contracts showed that federal agencies largely waited until mid-March — more than two months after the first warnings of a potential pandemic — to begin placing bulk orders of N95 respirator masks, mechanical ventilators and other equipment needed by front-line health care workers.By that time, hospitals in several states were treating thousands of infected patients without adequate equipment and pleading for shipments from the national stockpile. Now that stockpile is nearly drained just as the numbers of patients requiring critical care is surging.When asked about the issue, Trump said federal officials and the military had worked “a miracle.”Rebekah Gee, who heads the Louisiana State University’s health care services division, warned that the private and public sector have been competing with each other, leading to price increases.Gee said one of her colleagues went on eBay to buy gowns, while equipment her department ordered from China got stalled for weeks in Hong Kong.“Our whole country is at war with this virus,” said Gee, who once ran the state’s Department of Health. “This needs a coordinated approach, and right now that’s not happening.”Louisiana and the New Orleans area have been hard hit by the virus, and Gov. John Bel Edwards has repeatedly warned of looming equipment shortages.Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said he hoped the pace of new infections would plateau soon, but that the virus is unlikely to be eradicated this year.Speaking on CBS’s “Face the Nation,” Fauci said the prospect of a resurgence is why the U.S. is working so hard to develop a vaccine and conducting clinical trials on treatments.Scientists are still learning about the virus that was first detected in late December in Wuhan, China. In what is believed to be the first known infection in an animal in the U.S., officials said Sunday that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/0f47b8e4f883579712599690e1752c09">a tiger at the Bronx Zoo had tested positive</a>.___

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