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Navy service member dies in motorcycle crash in James City County – Daily Press

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A U.S. Navy service member died in motorcycle crash in James City County after he crashed into a wooded area Thursday night.

According to an update from police, officers responded to help U.S. Park Rangers with the crash on Colonial Parkway just before 8:30 p.m. At the scene, emergency services found 20-year-old Quentin Perkins, an active-duty service member from New Jersey, dead at the scene.

Another motorcyclist also crashed, and their injuries are not life-threatening.

A preliminary investigation found that Perkins and the other injured driver were riding within a group of eight on Colonial Parkway.

They “entered a turn at high speeds, exited the roadway, and crashed into a wooded area.”

Before the crash, police say multiple witnesses on the roadway reported “reckless driving” by motorcyclists. Initial findings indicate that drugs and alcohol were not a factor in the crash.

This Hampton family has seen 100 years of submarine history – Daily Press

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The grooves of the Will family’s gold-plated dolphins have tarnished. But the submarine warfare insignia, having been pinned to the chests of four generations, shines nonetheless.

The dolphins have been handed down from Will to Will for 100 years, bearing witness to major conflicts and events — World War II, the Cold War, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the Iraq War — and the U.S. Navy’s shift from diesel ships to nuclear powered warfighters. That century of Naval submarine history is mapped out on walls of the family’s Buckroe home in Hampton.

“This is submarine history, but it is our history too,” said Alex Will, a retired captain and third-generation submariner.

Alex was pinned with the dolphins in 1988 when he was 26. The insignia, which is given to qualified submariners, belonged to his father and his father’s father.

Lt. Adam Will holds the family Submarine Warfare Insignia, commonly known as "dolphins" or "fish", at his home in Norfolk, Va. on Thursday, July 6, 2023. "The Washington has a colloquial name "the Blackfish" and when we get pinned underway, we get pinned with black fish (dolphins), instead of silver or gold. But because I was pinned with my great-grandfather's dolphins, I was the only one with gold dolphins," Adam said. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)
Lt. Adam Will holds the family Submarine Warfare Insignia, commonly known as “dolphins” or “fish”, at his home in Norfolk, Va. on Thursday, July 6, 2023. “The Washington has a colloquial name “the Blackfish” and when we get pinned underway, we get pinned with black fish (dolphins), instead of silver or gold. But because I was pinned with my great-grandfather’s dolphins, I was the only one with gold dolphins,” Adam said. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)

More than three decades later, those same dolphins belong to his son. Adam Will, 27, was pinned in May 2021 while assigned to the Norfolk-based USS Washington, a Virginia-class fast attack submarine. Although the Navy can’t confirm it, Adam may be the only fourth-generation submariner.

“It is a very special feeling,” Adam said. “When I look at the photos at home, and see what my great-grandfather, my grandfather and my dad have done, it is admirable. But I don’t think of it as continuing a legacy — I am just doing my job.”

Engraved on the back of the dolphins is the name of the first Will to join the silent service. John Will Sr. was one of the Navy’s first submarine officers in the years before World War II, with his commissioning dating to 1923. He commanded three diesel S-class submarines and the fleet submarine Porpoise before World War II.

“Four generations, in any profession is noteworthy, particularly when that service is so important to our nation’s defense,” Alex said. “In my grandfather’s day — World War II — submarines were critical to the outcome of that war, they were vital to winning the Cold War, and are arguably the most essential weapon system in these times of strategic competition.”

John Mylin Will Sr. also commanded submarine divisions in the Pacific and Military Sealift Command, achieving the rank of vice admiral. Upon his retirement in 1959, he received a “tombstone promotion,” and retired as a 4-star admiral. He died in 1981.

The second Will was the late Capt. John Will Jr., Adam’s grandfather. John Will Jr. began his Naval career in 1953 as the Navy was on the cusp of introducing nuclear-powered propulsion.

“My dad wanted to go to the Naval Academy. As a kid, he moved around with his mom and dad so much that he went to 28 schools growing up. He wrote an essay about wanting to be a midshipman in the U.S. Naval Academy and he turned it in every time he changed schools,” Alex said with a laugh.

John Will Jr. first worked on two destroyers and later entered the nuclear training program to transfer to submarines.

In 1989, John Will Jr. told The Beacon: “I know I’m prejudiced, but I feel the nuclear submarine fleet is the current backbone of the Navy … Not to take anything away from carriers or battle groups, but I think subs are slowly growing in prominence.”

Ret. Capt. Alex Will holds a brochure from the USS Puffer at the Will family home in Hampton, Va. on Thursday, July 6, 2023. Alex's father, John Will Jr., was the commanding officer of the USS Puffer and his bio is seen on the second page of the brochure. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)
Ret. Capt. Alex Will holds a brochure from the USS Puffer at the Will family home in Hampton, Va. on Thursday, July 6, 2023. Alex’s father, John Will Jr., was the commanding officer of the USS Puffer and his bio is seen on the second page of the brochure. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)

John Will Jr. went on to be the first commanding officer of the USS Puffer (SSN 652), putting it in commission in 1968. He then served the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations as head of submarine research and development and returned to the Pentagon as a military advisor to the Department of Defense’s Office of Naval Warfare.

“We are all submariners but it is an interesting distinction because my great-grandfather was a diesel boat guy, but in the ’50s my grandfather shifted and spent his entire career as a nuclear officer.” Adam said. “And then my dad and I followed that directional shift and became nuclear officers.” 

In 1985, Alex Will was commissioned as an officer and assigned to fast attack submarine USS Silversides, continuing what was affectionately dubbed “a family tradition.” Alex served aboard the Norfolk-based submarine for three years before completing two years of shore duty and transitioning to the Navy Reserve. He retired as a captain in 2016 after a 30-year career.

While Alex left the active duty force, he still worked closely with submarines. He spent many years in the SSGN Program Office, overseeing the conversion of the capabilities of four Ohio-Class guided-missile submarines from launching nuclear missiles to launching guided missiles.

The Wills, Alex said, have always been drawn to subsurface warfare.

“It seems our family has always been connected to the submarine force in some way, shape or form,” Alex said. “Even my oldest brother, he is an engineer, he works on acoustic programs. That is very important to the submarine force because our eyes and ears down there are the acoustics. There are no windows. Listening is all you’ve got.” 

Even so, it came as a surprise to him when his son asked about pursuing a Navy Reserve Officers Training Corps scholarship before heading to the University of Virginia in 2014. The program offers college tuition to qualifying students who sign on to be commissioned as a Navy officer upon graduation.

“We have never pushed the military to our boys,” Alex said. “It was my thing, and it was my dad’s thing. But we never said, ‘Hey, why don’t you go into the military?’

“So when Adam was applying to colleges and writing essays, he said he might go for an ROTC scholarship, and we were like, ‘Where did that come from?’ Joining the military had not been uttered by him up until that point.”

Adam graduated from UVA in 2018 and went through two years of intensive nuclear training before he was commissioned in 2020. He was pinned with his dolphins in 2021.

“The Washington has a colloquial name — the Blackfish — and when we get pinned underway, we get pinned with black fish (dolphins), instead of silver or gold,” Adam said. “But because I was pinned with my great-grandfather’s dolphins, I was the only one with gold dolphins.” 

Adam was attached to the Washington for three years, and estimates he spent more than half of that time submerged.

An inscription reading "J.M. Will" is seen on the back of the Will family Submarine Warfare Insignia, commonly known as "fish", at Lt. Adam Will's home in Norfolk, Va. on Thursday, July 6, 2023. "The Washington has a colloquial name "the Blackfish" and when we get pinned underway, we get pinned with black fish (dolphins), instead of silver or gold. But because I was pinned with my great-grandfather's dolphins, I was the only one with gold dolphins," Adam said. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)
An inscription reading “J.M. Will” is seen on the back of the Will family Submarine Warfare Insignia, commonly known as “fish”, at Lt. Adam Will’s home in Norfolk, Va. on Thursday, July 6, 2023. “The Washington has a colloquial name “the Blackfish” and when we get pinned underway, we get pinned with black fish (dolphins), instead of silver or gold. But because I was pinned with my great-grandfather’s dolphins, I was the only one with gold dolphins,” Adam said. (Kendall Warner/The Virginian-Pilot)

“But the camaraderie you gain down there is …” Adam began. “It’s like 140 guys cooped up. Everyone comes from different backgrounds — not one person looks like the other. So, being able to understand where people come from, what their strengths are, what their weaknesses are, and be able to build a cohesive team, it’s a pretty incredible thing.” 

Adam concluded his first sea tour aboard the Washington in March, and is now assigned to U.S. Submarine Forces Atlantic.

As for whether or not the Will family legacy will continue for a fifth generation, Adam said virtually the same thing his father told The Beacon in 1989.

“I am single so I have not really thought about it. But if my future son or daughter wants to be a submariner, they will have my full support.”

Caitlyn Burchett, [email protected]

Texas police find 6 people injured after shooting at El Paso party, report says – Daily Press

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EL PASO, Texas (AP) — A shooting at a party in Texas wounded six people on Friday night, according to a news report.

Police in El Paso said the shooting happened on Swan Drive near the El Paso Country Club in the city’s Upper Valley area around 9:45 p.m., KVIA-TV reported.

None of the victims suffered life-threatening injuries KVIA reported, citing officials.

Police did not say if any arrests had been made, KVIA reported.

The combined communications division of the El Paso Police Department and fire department did not immediately respond to email and phone messages from The Associated Press seeking additional information.

A spokeswoman for the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office referred questions to the police department.

Fun places to take your furry friend in Virginia Beach – Daily Press

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I’ve always thought the phrase “dog days of summer” meant that it was so hot that dogs would lie around panting and we’d enjoy the lazy hot days too. I was completely wrong. I’m confident that many of you thought the same thing. Maybe this should be a future Jeopardy question. Actually, the term originates from Sirius, the brightest star in the constellation Canis Major, which means “big dog” in Latin. Ancient Greeks noticed that this star appears to rise alongside the sun in late July and creates the hottest time of the year in July and August.

Now that you have this trivia tidbit, I’m going to tell you my meaning. I’m coining the phrase to mean that we’re going to plan some fun things for our dogs in Virginia Beach. That makes more sense to me. Here’s my list of fun spots for your furry friend this summer.

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Salty Paws

Take your canine to cool off with some doggie ice cream. This ice cream bar offers a huge variety of toppings like dehydrated chicken, sweet potato or cookies. Ice cream flavors include maple bacon, pumpkin, carob, cheese, banana and others. Man’s best friend can sit at the table and enjoy a bowl of ice cream  while you shop for a doggie bag of donuts, cookies or treats to take home. The ice cream shop is located at Chic’s Beach.

2104 Pleasure House Road

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Chick’s Oyster Bar

Chick’s Beach Club is now dog friendly Friday-Sunday, so they’ve expanded their popular retail section with something special for the dogs. They’ve added an official orange crush dog toy. You can now share an orange crush with your dog. Also, dogs can don a cool Chick’s bandana. Gourmet hot dogs have been added to the menu to keep with the dog theme.

2143 Vista Circle

Chick’s Oyster Bar now invites dogs to hang with their owners on Friday-Sunday at their beach club. Chick’s now sells orange crush dog toys and bandanas for your furry friend. Lee Belote/freelance

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Pups and Pints

Bring your furry companion to a dog park and tap house. Dogs and their owners can unleash and unwind with almost 2 acres to run free. Amenities include dog chairs, play areas, dog menu, pup-inspired bites and local brews. Bring your doggies to their upcoming events:

Saturday, July 22: Christmas in July- dog vendors, free photos with Santa(dressed in Hawaiian attire) and adoptable dogs from local rescues.

Sunday, Aug. 6: Barkcuterie Board Workshop-a charcuterie board workshop with options that are safe for dogs to eat.

2413 London Bridge Road

Wolfpack Pet Supply is a locally owned pet store that sells healthy food alternatives for dogs and cats. Lee Belote/freelance
Wolfpack Pet Supply is a locally owned pet store that sells healthy food alternatives for dogs and cats. Lee Belote/freelance

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Wolfpack Pet Supply

This locally owned small family business sells healthy food alternatives for dogs and cats. It’s not a big box store, so you get wonderful customer service. Their food offerings include raw, kibble, gently cooked, air dried, wet, toppers and treats. Also, you’ll find a selection of great chew toys, shampoos, supplements and flea/tick preventives without harmful chemicals.

1348 N Great Neck Road

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Harbor Park

Even though it’s not Virginia Beach, I had to include this Norfolk event. Tides host “Bark in the Park” every season. Fans can bring their four-legged fans to Harbor park on July 16, August 1 and September 17. Dog tickets are $5 with proceeds going to local dog charity.

Harbor Park, 150 Park Ave. Norfolk

Lee Belote, [email protected]

Letters for July 5-8

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Liberty, justice and love for all

I was saddened by the Supreme Court ruling on the challenge to the Colorado law by a woman who wants to start a website of some sort and felt she was hindered by a current Colorado law. It will open a can of worms in the future, but my problem is not so much with that as with the fact that she cited her Christianity as the reason for objecting to dealing with gay people. I know I am probably opening another can of worms by stating that I guess her Christian thinking is different from mine. I have been brought up to believe that Jesus loves everyone, no matter what, and that we are to love our neighbor as ourselves. To reinforce that, I would like to quote the message the presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church of the United States, Michael Curry, released after the court decision.

“All of us — every human child of God — is made in the image of God with infinite value and worth, and that is not decreed by any government. It is decreed by Almighty God … I believe deep in my soul that God is always seeking to create a world and a society where all are loved, where justice is done, and where the God-given equality of us all is honored in our relationships, in our social arrangements, and in law. Our mandate as followers of Jesus is clear: to create the Beloved Community by facing painful truths from our past, learning from them, and then turning and joining hands together to right wrongs and foster justice and healing. In so doing, we can be and build that community and world where there is truly liberty and justice for all. This is the work of love.”

We at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in Williamsburg strive to live by these words every day.

Ann L. Hunt, James City County

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SCOTUS needs to be graded

An American document that gets little attention is the preamble to the U.S. Constitution. It begins: “We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility …”  The people of the United States who now examine the present U.S. Supreme Court, which is charged with the proper reading of the Constitution, might want to give SCOTUS a grade A to F for its adherence to the purposes declared in the preamble to the U.S. Constitution, particularly to “insure domestic tranquility.”

Richard Dunn, Williamsburg

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JCC needs Lisa Ownby as a supervisor

I’m a “local yokel” who has lived in James City County for 49 years and moved into Colonial Heritage 18 months ago. We’ve needed two EMS trips to the hospital since then. I would like to thank Lisa Ownby for bringing the issue to light.

It’s my understanding that when CH was going through the site plan process, there was a JCC concern about the need for a Lightfoot firehouse and that CH proffered land for a firehouse. Now that CH is almost built out, where is that firehouse? It’s not just a Toano fire station back-up issue; it’s a primary Lightfoot issue of probably the highest order possible in JCC, given that CH has the highest number of homes in a JCC subdivision and it’s full of occupants 55 and older who certainly would have the highest demand per capita for EMS calls.

Ms. Barbara Null’s announcement in The Virginia Gazette describes a lot of personal things and what she has done, but didn’t say anything specific about what needs to be done if she is elected. It appears that she just wants to add another title to her collection. There is far more to being a supervisor than just attending meetings.

On the other hand, Lisa Ownby is truly unique. In my 49 years here in JCC, I’ve never seen a new Board of Supervisors candidate so focused on what should be the No. 1 issue of life, health and safety. She’s a true leader, and JCC needs her to truly make things better.

Zan L. Cartwright, James City County

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Journey to civil rights has bumps in the road

If we printed only the quote from Eric Hoffer preceding Joseph Filko’s commentary in the Gazette on June 24, “Every great cause begins as a movement, becomes a business, and eventually degenerates into a racket,” there would be no necessity for the four-column piece, saving ink and paper.

That quote and the term “civil rights” predict the direction of the article: The idea is civil rights was good, but has since corrupted. As proof, he quotes Barack Obama positively, from speeches he agrees with, that is, despite past racial abuse, young Black people can still make it. However, he criticizes Obama for a political retort to Sen. Tim Scott for saying that making it for Black people is not hard.

The first was a commencement address, and the second a political response to a member of a rival party whose statement Obama disagrees with.

If the professor disagrees with the implication that there are still difficulties with Black people getting ahead, perhaps he should wake up Black tomorrow in a traffic stop, even with a friendly smiling policeman saying, “Your brake lights are out.”

To imply that “every further racial incident” and “Jim Crow 2.0” is only “good business” is concerning at best. The professor needs a dose of discernment. Let’s not be naive. Every movement has its problems and disagreements, but the goal can be still valid.

Eric Hoffer: “A mass movement attracts and holds a following not because it can satisfy the desire for self-advancement, but because it can satisfy the passion for self-renunciation.” Call the psychologist!

Ronald Ruszkowski, Williamsburg

After illegal fireworks in Virginia Beach damage multiple boats, officials ask for public’s help – Daily Press

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The Virginia Beach Fire Department is asking for help from the public after an illegal fireworks display earlier this week damaged boats at Rudee Inlet.

According to an update from the department, the display began at about 10:30 p.m. on July 3. The large display, not sanctioned by the city of Virginia Beach or the Virginia Beach Fire Prevention Bureau, caused “excessive damage to multiple boats” that were docked in the harbor.

In a video posted to YouTube, dozens of fireworks are seen exploding over the inlet.

Anyone with information about the display can contact the Fire Prevention Bureau at 757- 385-4228 or email [email protected], or the Virginia Beach Crime Solvers to submit an anonymous tip: 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.

New minimum pay rates for NYC app-based food delivery workers are delayed – Daily Press

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NEW YORK (AP) — A judge Friday ordered New York City to temporarily delay new minimum pay standards for app-based food delivery workers, a day after being sued by Uber Eats, DoorDash and Grubhub.

City officials recently announced plans to substantially increase earnings for those workers in the coming years to provide them with more financial stability. The law was set to take effect July 12 with an initial increased pay rate of $17.96 an hour.

But food delivery services DoorDash, Grubhub and Uber, along with New York-based Relay Delivery, sued Thursday in state Supreme Court in Manhattan. The companies claimed the city’s rule-making process was flawed and that higher costs would be passed along to consumers.

Judge Nicholas Moyne on Friday ordered a temporary delay on enacting the new standard pending a hearing on July 31.

The food delivery giants praised the order.

“We are pleased with the judge’s decision today to delay implementation of a rule that, if allowed to stand, will have serious adverse consequences for delivery partners, consumers and independent businesses,” Grubhub said in a prepared statement.

DoorDash said in a statement that the company hoped the decision “puts us on the path towards the city establishing a more reasonable earnings standard that reflects how these platforms are used by New Yorkers.”

An Uber spokesperson said the company wants to work with the city and others “to figure out a minimum pay rule that doesn’t have devastating consequences for couriers, consumers and restaurants.”

Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga said she was “extremely disappointed” with the delay.

“These apps currently pay workers far below the minimum wage, and this pay rate would help lift thousands of working New Yorkers and their families out of poverty,” she said in a statement. “We look forward to a quick decision so that the dignified pay rate that workers deserve to earn is not delayed any more than necessary.”

‘King of NIL’ transfers from Norfolk State to Virginia State – Daily Press

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Former Norfolk State athlete Rayquan Smith, known as the “King of NIL,” revealed on Twitter that he has committed to Virginia State, where he plans to play running back.

The 5-foot-9, 210-pounder from Highland Springs High got his nickname for his skill in negotiating numerous deals for his name, image and likeness, as well as advising other athletes in their pursuits. He was a running back and track and field performer for the Spartans.

Wide receiver picks Hokies

Four-star wide receiver Chanz Wiggins, a rising senior at King George High, committed to Virginia Tech, selecting the Hokies over Maryland and Duke.

The 6-foot-4, 191-pounder was one of Virginia Tech’s top targets for 2024, according to gobblercountry.com’s Bryan D. Manning. He became commitment No. 14 to Virginia Tech’s 2024 class and the first wide receiver. Hokies wide receivers coach Fontel Mines played a key role in his recruitment.

JMU season tickets sell out

James Madison announced that it has sold out of football season tickets with a program-record 8,718 — up from 7,708 last fall, the Dukes’ first FBS season.

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Dukes will take trip to Italy

The James Madison men’s team will travel to Italy for a 10-day tour that will include three exhibition games and multiple stops throughout the country for team-building and sightseeing.

The Dukes will travel to Milan, Lake Como, Florence and Rome on their trip, which lasts from July 28 to Aug. 6. The stretch includes stops in Bellagio, Pisa and Vatican City and visits to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Pantheon during their time in Rome.

While in Italy, JMU will play a trio of exhibition games, including matchups against A.S. Stella Azzurra and Virtus Roma.

Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigations involving Trump have cost more than $9 million – Daily Press

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By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER (Associated Press)

Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigations of former President Donald Trump’s retention of classified records and efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election have cost more than $9 million over the first several months, according to documents released Friday.

The special counsel’s office spent more than $5.4 million on things like employees’ salaries, travel and transportation, rent, supplies and materials from Smith’s appointment by Attorney General Merrick Garland in November 2022 through the end of March, Justice Department statement of expenditures show.

Justice Department agencies spent another $3.8 million to support the special counsel. Those expenses include the cost of the protective details for the special counsel’s office as well as hours worked by agents and analysts on the probes.

Trump was indicted last month on 37 felony counts alleging he illegally kept classified records at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida and refused government demands to give them back. Trump and his valet, Walt Nauta — who was charged alongside the former president — have both pleaded not guilty.

Trump has denied any wrongdoing and slammed the prosecution as an attempt to hurt his bid to reclaim the White House in 2024.

Smith has also been digging into efforts by Trump and his allies to undo President Joe Biden’s election victory.

Since Smith’s appointment, he has cast a broad net in demanding interviews and testimony related to fundraising, Trump’s rally that preceded the U.S. Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, and communications between Trump associates and election officials in battleground states.

In December, Smith subpoenaed local election officials in Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona and Pennsylvania, asking for communications with or involving Trump, his 2020 campaign aides and a list of allies who were involved in his efforts to try to overturn the results of the election.

The Justice Department also released details on Friday about spending on the investigation led by former Maryland U.S. Attorney Robert Hur into the presence of documents with classified markings found at President Joe Biden’s home in Delaware and at an office in Washington. Hur’s team spent about $600,000 and another $570,000 was spent in Justice Department support expenses in the first roughly two months of that probe.

In comparison, Robert Mueller’s investigation into whether the 2016 Trump campaign had colluded with Russia to tilt the outcome of the election in his favor cost roughly $32 million, according to Justice Department documents. The Mueller investigation resulted in roughly three dozen criminal charges, including convictions of a half-dozen Trump associates.

Meanwhile, Special Counsel John Durham’s recently concluded four-year investigation into possible government mistakes and misconduct in the probe into potential ties between Russia and the Trump campaign cost more than $9 million. Durham’s report, released in May, said that the FBI rushed into its Russia investigation and relied too much on raw and unconfirmed intelligence. Durham’s investigation led to prosecutors securing a guilty plea from a little-known FBI employee but losing the only two criminal cases they took to trial.

Chesapeake’s Garrett Stallings gains first Triple-A victory as Tides win at Durham – Daily Press

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Chesapeake’s Garrett Stallings earned his first Triple-A pitching victory Friday night as the Norfolk Tides beat Durham 6-3, pulling even at two wins apiece in their International League series in North Carolina.

Stallings, a 25-year-old from Grassfield High and the University of Tennessee, gave up two earned runs, four hits and three walks in six innings, throwing 82 pitches on a 93-degree night with 7,547 fans. He improved to 1-1 as a Tide and is 20-19 in a minor league career that began in 2019.

Stallings escaped major damage in the bottom of the sixth inning, which included two singles, a walk and a run-scoring double play that tied the score at 2. Right after he left the mound, the Tides then took control with Connor Norby’s three-run homer over the 32-foot-tall “Blue Monster” with none out in the seventh inning, which followed Maverick Handley’s walk and Shayne Fontana’s double against reliever Carlos Garcia (0-1).

Ryan McKenna and César Prieto belted solo home runs in the fourth and ninth innings, respectively, for Norfolk.Prieto was 3 for 5 and scored twice, and Joey Ortiz had three hits, including an RBI double in the first inning. Prieto has hit .358 with 13 RBIs since joining the Tides on June 21.

Noah Denoyer pitched two innings of relief, yielding a run and two hits but striking out four. Easton Lucas captured his first Triple-A save with a scoreless ninth; he, like Stallings, was called up in June from Double-A Bowie.

The IL first-half champion Tides improved to 54-29, 6-3 in the second half. The defending league champion Bulls, Tampa Bay’s top farm club, dropped to 45-40, 5-5.

The series’ fifth game is at 6:35 p.m. Saturday, and the finale will be at 5:05 Sunday.