WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal appeals panel ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump can face trial on charges that he plotted to overturn the results of the 2020 election, sharply rejecting the former president’s claims that he is immune from prosecution while setting the stage for additional challenges that could further delay the case.

The ruling is significant not only for its stark repudiation of Trump’s novel immunity claims but also because it breathes life back into a landmark prosecution that had been effectively frozen for weeks as the court considered the appeal.

Yet the one-month gap between when the court heard arguments and issued its ruling has already created uncertainty about the timing of a trial in a calendar-jammed election year, with the judge overseeing the case last week canceling the initial March 4 date.

Trump’s team vowed to appeal, which could postpone the case by weeks or months — particularly if the Supreme Court agrees to take it up. The judges gave Trump a week to ask the Supreme Court to get involved.

The eventual trial date carries enormous political ramifications, with special counsel Jack Smith’s team hoping to prosecute Trump this year and the Republican front-runner seeking to delay it until after the November election. If Trump were to defeat President Joe Biden, he could presumably try to use his position as head of the executive branch to order a new attorney general to dismiss the federal cases he faces or potentially could seek a pardon for himself.

Tuesday’s unanimous ruling is the second time since December that judges have held that Trump can be prosecuted for actions undertaken while in the White House and in the run-up to Jan. 6, 2021, when a mob of his supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol. The opinion, which had been expected given the skepticism with which the panel greeted the Trump team’s arguments, was unsparing in its repudiation of Trump’s claim that former presidents enjoy absolute immunity for acts that fall within their official job duties.

“Presidential immunity against federal indictment would mean that, as to the President, the Congress could not legislate, the Executive could not prosecute and the Judiciary could not review. We cannot accept that the office of the Presidency places its former occupants above the law for all time thereafter,” the judges wrote.

They said the “interest in criminal accountability, held by both the public and the Executive Branch, outweighs the potential risks of chilling Presidential action and permitting vexatious litigation,” and they rejected Trump’s claim that a president could have “unbounded authority to commit crimes” that would prevent the recognition of election results.

“Nor,” they wrote, “can we sanction his apparent contention that the Executive has carte blanche to violate the rights of individual citizens to vote and to have their votes count.”

A Trump spokesman said Tuesday that Trump would appeal the ruling “in order to safeguard the Presidency and the Constitution.”

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit took center stage in the immunity dispute after the Supreme Court in December said it was at least temporarily staying out, rejecting a request from Smith’s team to take up the matter quickly and issue a speedy ruling. But the high court could yet decide to act on a Trump appeal.

There is no timetable for the Supreme Court to act, but the justices are likely to seek Smith’s input before deciding whether to keep the legal rulings against the former president on hold. If the court refuses Trump’s plea for a stay, U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan will be able to restart the trial proceedings.

If, on the other hand, the Supreme Court accedes to Trump’s request, any timetable it establishes would determine how much longer the trial might be delayed.

If the court grants Trump’s request without speeding up the appeals process, Trump would have until early May before he even needs to file his full appeal. But the justices could set much quicker deadlines for reaching a final decision.

The Supreme Court has held that presidents are immune from civil liability for official acts, and Trump’s lawyers have for months argued that that protection should be extended to criminal prosecution as well.

They said the actions Trump was accused of in his failed bid to cling to power after he lost the 2020 election, including badgering his vice president to refuse to certify the results of the election, all fell within the “outer perimeters” of a president’s official acts.

But Smith’s team has said that no such immunity exists in the U.S. Constitution or in prior cases and that, in any event, Trump’s actions weren’t part of his official duties.

Chutkan, who is presiding over the case, rejected Trump’s arguments in a December opinion that said the office of the president “does not confer a lifelong ‘get-out-of-jail-free’ pass.”

Trump’s lawyers then turned to the D.C. appeals court, but Smith asked the Supreme Court to weigh in first, in hopes of securing a fast and definitive ruling and preserving the March 4 trial date. The high court declined the request, leaving the matter with the appeals court.

The case was argued before Judges Florence Pan and J. Michelle Childs, appointees of Biden, a Democrat, and Karen LeCraft Henderson, who was named to the bench by President George H.W. Bush, a Republican.

The judges made clear their skepticism of Trump’s claims during arguments last month, when they peppered his lawyer with questions and posed a series of extreme hypotheticals to test his legal theory of immunity — including whether a president who directed Navy commandos to assassinate a political rival could be prosecuted.

Trump’s lawyer, D. John Sauer, answered yes — but only if a president had first been impeached and convicted by Congress. That view was in keeping with the team’s position that the Constitution did not permit the prosecution of ex-presidents who had been impeached but then acquitted, like Trump.

The case in Washington is one of four prosecutions Trump faces as he seeks to reclaim the White House. He faces federal charges in Florida that he illegally retained classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate, a case that was also brought by Smith and is set for trial in May.

He’s also charged in state court in Georgia with scheming to subvert that state’s 2020 election and in New York in connection with hush money payments made to porn actor Stormy Daniels. He has denied any wrongdoing.

Super Bowl 2024 is almost here! The matchup is set! The Kansas City Chiefs will square off against the San Francisco 49ers for the NFL’s top prize. Here’s all the info you need about Super Bowl LVIII, which will take place on Feb. 11 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. 

8-time Grammy-winner Usher has been confirmed to perform during the halftime show in the first-ever Super Bowl to be held in Nevada. Though Allegiant Stadium boasts onsite parking spots, getting one during this event will be a challenging task for you. But Way.com has all the information you need to make this year’s NFL championship game the ultimate experience.

What is the Super Bowl?

The annual championship game of the National Football League (NFL) is played between the champions of the National Football Conference (NFC) and the American Football Conference (AFC). This year, the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs will be vying for the Lombardi Trophy.

The game is hosted in a different city each year. A merger agreement in 1966 between the then-American Football League and the National Football League resulted in this championship game, as well as the renaming of the leagues as conferences. As of this year, the New England Patriots and  the Pittsburgh Steelers each have the most Super Bowl wins with six championships each. The Pats also have the most championship appearances with 11. 

When is the Super Bowl? 

This year’s championship game will take place on February 11, 2024. This game will be Super Bowl 58 (Super Bowl LVIII). 

Where is Super Bowl 2024? 

This year, Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, will host the championship game. Yes, the Super Bowl is happening in Paradise this year. Allegiant Stadium is the home of the Las Vegas Raiders of the AFC. It will be the first time that Nevada has hosted the championship game. 

Who will be performing at the Super Bowl halftime in 2024? 

The 2024 “Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show” will feature R&B singer Usher. It is a fact that many non-football fans watch the championship every year to see the halftime entertainment performances and even the TV commercials. The 2023 championship featured a performance by (a very pregnant) Rihanna that garnered more than 121 million viewers, the most in Super Bowl history.  

Who won Super Bowl LVII in 2023?

The Kansas City Chiefs won Super Bowl LVII, beating the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35. It was the third time the Chiefs won the championship. 

How can I buy a Super Bowl ticket? 

It is nearly impossible to get a ticket for the most exciting championship game in the country. Only a small percentage of tickets go up for public sale, with a ticket costing thousands of dollars. Being a season ticket holder doesn’t even ensure you a spot for your team’s championship game.

For the most part, the NFL gives away tickets to all 32 NFL teams, with the two Super Bowl teams getting the maximum number of tickets. Team players and staff and a few fortunate season ticket holders get these tickets. NFL partners, sponsors, and media get most of the remaining tickets.

How much are Super Bowl tickets this year?

Super Bowl tickets are the most expensive ever this year. Even the cheapest tickets cost around $5,000 with the pricier options going well over $50,000. In addition, there are ticket packages that can start at $9,000 and come with additional perks like access to a pre-game party.

Do children need tickets for the Super Bowl?

Yes, they do. Everyone who enters the stadium to watch Super Bowl LVIII must have a ticket for the game, irrespective of their age. This means children (and even babies) need tickets for entry.

Where is Allegiant Stadium? 

The stadium is located at 3333 Al Davis Way, Las Vegas, NV 89118. Allegiant Stadium is just over 3 miles from the Las Vegas Strip and around 5 miles away from Harry Reid International Airport, making getting into and out of Vegas relatively easy.  

How can I get to Allegiant Stadium? 

The Hacienda Bridge, the easy option to walk to the stadium, is the most popular option for accessing the stadium from the Strip; for large events, it is often closed to automobile traffic, making it pedestrian-only. Rideshare options are another popular means, with pickup and drop-off locations for this located in Lot N of Allegiant Stadium.

By road

From the Vegas Strip: Drive via I-15 South for 3.3 miles and you’ll reach the venue in about 10 minutes. The time for the trip will vary depending on live traffic conditions. Another alternative is to take East Flamingo Road and South Valley View Blvd. This route is 3 miles long and will take nearly the same time to reach the stadium.

From Harry Reid International Airport: Take the East Tropicana Avenue route to reach the stadium in less than 15 minutes. The route is 4.6 miles long and is the fastest route from the airport to the venue.

One crucial update: Due to the ongoing I-15 reconstruction project, I-15 Southbound ramps to Tropicana Ave. both eastbound and westbound, will be closed on game day. The Flamingo Rd West is the recommended exit.

How much time will it take to get to Allegiant Stadium?

Allegiant Stadium is around 3.3 miles away from the Las Vegas Strip and around 4.6 miles away from Harry Reid International Airport. However, you might want to arrive early considering how bad traffic can get, especially on Super Bowl Sunday.

Is there onsite parking at Allegiant Stadium? 

Yes. There are nine onsite parking zones around the stadium and MGM Resorts International also offers some parking spaces. All the parking zones consist of multiple parking lots, and normally, the parking lots open 4 hours before kickoff for normal NFL games. But for Super Bowl and other events, the availability and parking rates at these on-site facilities will be different. Allegiant Stadium has partnered with SpotHero for game-day parking.

How much is parking at Allegiant Stadium? 

The parking rates at Allegiant Stadium for Super Bowl LVIII may be very expensive, and parking is extremely limited. There are private garages where you can reserve spaces in advance to avoid a last-minute rush.

How much does it cost to park near Allegiant Stadium? 

On-street parking is nearly impossible to find in streets near the venue of the Super Bowl. But if on-site facilities are charging expensive rates—don’t worry. There are private lots and garages near Allegiant Stadium, which are within walking distance. Book spots for rates as low as $25- $30 for Super Bowl parking.

Is tailgating allowed at the Super Bowl this year?

No, it isn’t. The NFL banned tailgating at the Super Bowl in 2007, and this year is no exception.

LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) - A man and a woman who have had previous run-ins with the law are allegedly caught stealing from local businesses.

Laredo Police arrested Ernesto Carmona, 39, and Angela Marie Barron, 38.

The incident happened on Thursday morning when Laredo Police received a call about multiple burglaries near the downtown area.

Police say Carmona and Barron allegedly stole perfumes, purses, and liquor bottles from stores such as the Fashion Outlet and the UETA Duty-Free shop.

After reviewing surveillance footage, police were able to identify Carmona and Barron as the culprits.

Officers actively patrolled the downtown area and located Carmona and Barron who were detained without incident.

Police say Carmona has been arrested a total of 53 times, and Barron has been arrested eight times.

LAREDO, TX. (KGNS) - A man charged with several sexual abuse offenses against a minor did not show up for his scheduled court date.

According to the Webb County District Attorney’s office, Jose Alvaro Perales has been issued a warrant for failing to appear in court on Monday.

Perales has nine charges including, sexual abuse of a child with a victim under 14, sexual assault of a child, online solicitation minor, indecency with a child sexual contact and injury to a child with bodily injury.

Perales’ trial was set for Monday, Feb. 5 with Judge Joe Lopez in the 49th District Court.

LAREDO, Tx (KGNS) - A teenager is charged with aggravated kidnapping after allegedly forcefully taking his one-year-old and sending officers on a car and foot chase while the child was with him.

This incident happened on Monday at around 5:20 a.m. when officers were called out to a domestic disturbance near the 400 block of campanario.

According to police, Robert Jimenez, 17, allegedly entered the home by force and took his one-year-old child.

Jimenez then left in a red chevy and allegedly made threats to himself as well as the baby.

Authorities were able to locate the vehicle near lone star and Nacona Drive, which is where Jimenez got out and fled on foot while leaving the baby behind.

“The officers were able to locate the child inside the vehicle, as the suspect fled on foot,” said Jose Espinoza with the Laredo Police Department. “He left the vehicle with the child and let officers in a foot pursuit. Fortunately, the child was not injured or harmed and as per protocol, cps has been notified.”

After a brief foot pursuit, Jimenez was detained near Savanah and Concord Hills.

He is facing additional charges of burglary, evading arrest with a car and on foot, and endangerment of a child.

The case remains under investigation.

Below is the last updated version of the story:

A 17-year-old is detained after allegedly taking his one-year-old and sending officers on a car and foot chase.

Laredo Police received a call on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, at around 5:20 a.m. about a domestic disturbance near the 400 block of Campanario.

According to police, the 17-year-old entered the home by force and took his one-year-old child.

The teen then left in a red Chevy and allegedly made threats to himself as well as the baby.

Authorities were able to locate the vehicle, but the suspect fled from the police, which ended near Lone Star and Nocona Drive.

Officers say the teen allegedly got out of the vehicle, ran on foot into the brush leaving the baby behind in the vehicle.

After a brief foot pursuit, the young man was detained near Savanah and Concord Hills.

Official charges are pending, the suspect’s information will be released at a later time.

Police say the baby was unharmed.

NUEVO LAREDO, TAMAULIPAS (MX)- Two people are dead after two tractor trailers caught fire on a Nuevo Laredo highway Monday morning.

According to various news outlets in Nuevo Laredo, the fire was reported on Feb. 5 at around 7:30 a.m. on the Mexican National Highway near KM 163-164.

Nuevo Laredo’s Fire Department helped to extinguish the fires.

The blaze prompted the closure of the roadway.

No word yet on the cause of the fire or if the individuals involved were the drivers of the vehicles.