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Concealed carry bill moves forward in St. Louis, final vote likely next week

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Board of Aldermen gave unanimous approval Friday to the final wording of a bill that would require individuals open-carrying firearms to have a concealed carry permit.The board will hold a final vote on Board Bill 29 next Thursday. If it passes, it heads to the desk of Mayor Tishaura Jones for consideration to be signed into law. Mayor’s driveway: Expired plates and dealer tags On Friday, many alderpersons weighed in on the matter. It seems the bill is very likely to pass."We have seen anyone openly carrying a gun without a concealed carry permit, like this law outlines, who probably shouldn't be," said Ward 1 Alderwoman Anne Schweitzer. "I think it's a very good step forward for the City of St. Louis to take some control back." Mayor Jones says her legal team is currently reviewing the bill. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News ...

Popular Jeff Co. park closed again this weekend over safety concerns

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. - Rockford Beach Park and its river access will be closed to visitors for a second straight weekend as authorities continue with efforts to address public safety concerns.The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office will have a deputy at the entrance of the park to prevent visitors and traffic through Sunday evening. The park will reopen on Monday. Mayor’s driveway: Expired plates and dealer tags According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, authorities have responded to variety of issues at the park since Memorial Day weekend. That includes fights, thefts, physical disturbances, assaults, underage drinking and one drowning.“This unfortunate but necessary action is attributed to recent influxes of visitors from the St. Louis region who have overwhelmed the ability of first responders to provide services to those in need,” said the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office in a news release last weekend. “While this temporary closure is likely an unpopular decision, n...

Rockies’ Kyle Freeland avoids surgery but Antonio Senzatela to have Tommy John

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

The Rockies shared a bit of good news Friday, quickly followed by bad news. And so it goes in 2023.Left-handed starter Kyle Freeland, who dislocated his right shoulder Sunday in a game at San Francisco, suffered only a slight tear in his labrum. He will not need surgery, and although he was placed on the 15-day injured list, he’s expected to pitch again this season. There is no timetable for his return.That’s the good news.The bad: right-hander Antonio Senzatela suffered a major setback with his injured pitching elbow in San Francisco and will now undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery. The Rockies had hoped Senzatela would be able to return, possibly in August.That means the Rockies currently have only three healthy starters in their rotation: Lefty Austin Gomber, who pitches Friday night against the Yankees at Coors Field; right-hander Connor Seabold, who’s scheduled to pitch Saturday night; and right-hander Chase Anderson, set for Sunday afternoon.Manager Bud ...

Investigation into Arapahoe agency where social worker is accused of false child abuse report found no widespread problem

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

A state investigation of the Arapahoe County Department of Human Services, launched after one of its former caseworkers was criminally charged on allegations of falsifying a child abuse report, found no evidence of systemic safety problems in protecting children and serving families.The report released Friday was the result of a probe that began last year by third-party consultants after an earlier review by the Colorado Department of Human Services recommended a deeper look into the practices of the county’s human services department.On Jan. 28, 2022, former caseworker Robin Niceta, the now ex-partner of Aurora’s former police chief, accused City Councilwoman Danielle Jurinsky of sexually abusing her child via an anonymous tip, according to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office. An Arapahoe County DHS investigation found no wrongdoing by Jurinsky, who said Niceta was retaliating against her for comments Jurinksy made the prior day on a talk radio show about then-Po...

At least one structure destroyed, voulntary evacuations in place as Reche Fire burns near Moreno Valley

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

At least one structure was destroyed after a brush fire broke out in Moreno Valley Friday and volunteer evacuations are in place, officials said.The blaze was first reported in the 900 block of Reche Canyon road in an unincorporated area of Moreno Valley, according to Cal Fire.The fire quickly grew from 5 to 50 acres before firefighters said it had burned 160 acres by 2:50 p.m.A burro grazes as flames get dangerously close during the Reche Fire in the Moreno Valley area on July 14, 2023. (OnScene.TV) At least one structure has been destroyed by the fire as flames got dangerous close to burros in the area, video from the scene showed.Northbound Perris Boulevard is closed at Heacock Avenue, Cal Fire officials said.Communities east of Perris Boulevard to Moreno Beach Drive just north of Ironwood Avenue are under voluntary evacuations.The blaze comes as Southern California settles into a heat wave, where triple-digit temperatures were expected. Check back for updates on this developing ...

LAPD officers hospitalized after exposure to narcotic during domestic dispute

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

Four Los Angeles police officers were hospitalized Friday afternoon after being exposed to some sort of narcotic during a call about a family dispute in Hyde Park.The incident was reported around 1:30 p.m. near the intersection of Southwest Drive and 4th Avenue, according to the LAPD.Responding officers determined there was a restraining order against one of the family members involved in a dispute and backup was called because that person was in violation of the order, Officer Drake Madison told KTLA.The officers were somehow exposed to an unspecified narcotic and taken to a hospital in good condition, LAPD said. Aerial video from Sky5 showed several LAPD and Los Angeles Fire Department vehicles at the scene. Check back for updates on this developing story.

More than $1.5 billion is up for grabs as California Lottery jackpots climb

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

More than $1.5 billion is up for grabs as jackpots for three California Lottery draw games continue to increase heading into the weekend.The Mega Millions jackpot is an estimated $560 million, the Powerball jackpot is $875 million and the Super Lotto jackpot is $76 million. The California Lottery, created to provide supplemental funding for California schools, has raised nearly $172.5 million from lottery ticket sales. Three California Lottery players become instant millionaires from Powerball ticket, scratcher games The current Mega Millions jackpot is the seventh-largest in the game’s history,” according to lottery officials.“Lottery players are used to the excitement when a jackpot creeps up toward a billion dollars, and right now, this is triple the fun,” Carolyn Becker, California Lottery spokesperson, said in a statement.“Each game sees a sales boost when competing jackpots climb; it’s common for players to buy tickets for all of them when one or more jackpots get this high,...

Weaponize Your Love: Unveiling the Artistic Canvas of Friend Slash Lover

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

Embark on a voyage through the vibrant, multifaceted artistic universe of “Friend Slash Lover,” an exceptional fusion of a musician, visual artist, and entrepreneur. His unique blend of skills and passion creates an unparalleled canvas that transcends conventional boundaries of artistry, opening new doors to creativity. His intriguing nickname, Friend Slash Lover, or FSL for short, encapsulates his unique duality—friendliness intertwined with passionate fervor, a marriage of two worlds that fuels his process.Harnessing two decades of experience as a Creative Director and copywriter in Hollywood, including co-founding a leading boutique Entertainment Ad agency, FSL has honed his aesthetic to its core elements, expertly bridging the gap between genres and mediums. His journey started with an art school education from the esteemed Rhode Island School of Design and UC San Diego, which served as the crucible for his creative spirit. Now, with a sharp, polished aesthetic in ha...

From Crypto Chaos to Community: The Journey of Monkeys Token’s Monkey Man

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

In the capricious world of cryptocurrencies, where fortunes are made and lost with the whims of a tweet, one figure stands out from the crowd: Monkey Man, the Founder and Project Manager of Monkeys Token. With a narrative more enthralling than any found in the realm of meme cryptocurrencies, Monkey Man’s journey is a testament to community, resilience, and the undeniable viral appeal of monkeys in the digital meme space.When the Monkeys Token first sprouted, it was a seed sown by an infamous contract scam deployer. Most would have written it off as just another deceptive scheme, but not Monkey Man. He saw not the shady origins but the boundless potential, not just in the meme but in the narrative. “Everyone loves monkeys,” he’d often say, affirming his belief in the viral power of the monkey meme. And so, driven by this vision, he led the community to migrate to a safer contract, imbuing it with a small tax to ensure longevity and relevance.The Monkey ManR...

Innovation and Responsibility: How Asia Bonetto Manages Compliance and Artistic Expression

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:00:02 GMT

Asia Bonetto, a rising Los Angeles-based freelance film producer, has been making waves in the industry with her unique balance of artistic innovation and compliance with safety procedures. Despite being a relative newcomer to the industry, with only a few years of experience under her belt, she has already achieved incredible success.Asia’s passion for film began early on, and she pursued her dream of becoming a filmmaker by moving to the United States from Italy at the age of sixteen to study film production. She graduated with three associate degrees from Santa Monica College, and her hard work and dedication paid off when “Broken Layers,” a film she co-produced, won the Emerging Filmmaker Showcase award at Cannes Film Festival in 2021. The film’s success demonstrates Asia’s skills in budgeting, establishing partnerships with enterprises and consumers, and her dedication to the craft.Asia’s devotion to her craft is unwavering. She is always see...