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Ag. Department asking Missourians to save water amid drought 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The state's agriculture department is asking Missourians to conserve water as drought conditions continue to worsen.Nearly all of Missouri is currently in a drought. Over the weekend, some parts of the state saw severe thunderstorms and while the Director of the Missouri Department of Agriculture Chris Chinn says the rain is much needed, the hail and the high winds are making it even worse for farmers."This is a very critical time in the growing season for our corn and soybean producers," Chinn said Monday. "If they don't receive rain this week, they are probably not going to have a crop to harvest this fall."After a drought affected much of the state last year, Missouri saw the driest April and May since 1988. The U.S. Drought Monitor this week showing a quarter of the state is in an extreme drought while parts of central Missouri are in an exceptional drought. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. ...

St. Louis police ID man who died after an officer shocked him with a Taser

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Police have identified a man who died after being shocked at least twice with a Taser by a St. Louis police as 31-year-old Andrew Harrington.The officer who used a Taser on Harrington is a 27-year-old, four-year veteran of the department, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reported. Police did not identify the officer.Harrington died after police were called Thursday night to a report that he was was being violent toward emergency medical workers. Police said arriving officers found Harrington naked and disoriented behind a home. Reported house explosion in St. Charles; 5 people rushed to hospital When officers ordered Harrington to come toward them, he tripped and fell into a fence, police said. Two of the five officers who were there picked him up and tried to handcuff him, but he slipped away and fell again, according to police.Police said an officer then used a Taser to subdue Harrington. Other officers tried to handcuff him, but he continued to strugg...

San Bernardino police seize more than 120 illegal guns, $600K amid firearm trafficking investigations

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

A total of 129 illegal firearms and $600,000 in cash were seized during recent trafficking investigations in San Bernardino, police said Monday.Several units within the department served eight search warrants in connection with “ongoing illegal manufacturing, possession and sales of firearms in the City of San Bernardino and surrounding communities,” police said in a news release.Guns recently seized by San Bernardino police is seen in a photo released by the agency on July 17, 2023. The firearms seized included illegal ghost guns, modified fully automatic rifles, assorted ammunition, high-capacity magazines, the cash and several pounds of methamphetamine and cocaine.The firearms were manufactured by people with illegal storefronts, including a vehicle repair shop and a gun parts store, police said.“These façades served as fronts to an underground business in which illegal firearms were being trafficked, 3D printers were utilized to build gun frames and narcotic trafficking occurred...

Legoland California Resort offering limited-time deals for L.A. residents

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

The Legoland California Resort is offering exclusive ticket and hotel deals for Los Angeles County residents this summer.For a limited time, L.A. County residents can get two-day park tickets for the price of one-day admission. The deal can also be used towards hotel stays at the resort. The newest California theme park attractions to check out this summer The new ticket deal will be available until Aug. 30. The deal isn’t available to residents in Orange Count, Inland Empire, or Ventura County. Guests who visit Legoland during this time will be able to visit the resort’s waterpark, watch the new extreme stunt sports show and experience the indoor aquarium that is home to more than 4,000 creatures.Theme park guests not eligible for the ticket deal can purchase tickets on the theme park website. One-day tickets at the theme park start at $89. More information about the ticket deal can be found online.Other theme parks, like the Disneyland Resort, are also offering a ticket deal for...

Johnny Laurelez Dead, Johnny Badilla Arrested after a Pedestrian Crash on Nogales Highway [Tucson, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

Pedestrian Crash near Pima Mine Road Leaves Johnny Laurelez DeadTUCSON, AZ (July 17, 2023) – Thursday night, Johnny Badilla was arrested after a pedestrian crash on Nogales Highway that left Johnny Laurelez dead.The incident happened on July 13th, just after 8:00 p.m., near the intersection of Nogales Highway and Pima Mine Road.According to reports, Laurelez was walking southbound in the area when he was struck by a vehicle driven by Badilla. Initially, Badilla left the scene but later came back and cooperated with authorities.Meanwhile, dispatchers sent emergency crews to the site of the collision. There, they found Laurelez at the edge of the roadway. First responders attempted life-saving measures but were unsuccessful. Ultimately, officials pronounced 47-year-old Johnny Laurelez dead at the scene.Following the crash, police arrested 50-year-old Johnny Badilla on charges of failing to stop and remain at an accident involving death.Afterward, crews shut down the areas along ...

3 Killed in Multi-Vehicle Collision on Thunderbird Road [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

DUI Driver Arrested and Three People Dead after Multi-Car Crash on Black Canyon HighwayPHOENIX, AZ (July 17, 2023) – Early Sunday morning, 3 people are dead following a collision on Thunderbird Road and Black Canyon Highway.According to the Phoenix police, the deadly collision occurred just before 3:00 a.m., July 9th, on Interstate 17 involving multiple vehicles.Upon investigation, the officers discovered that an impaired driver was traveling westbound on Thunderbird Road. They crashed into a red Chevrolet Traverse headed south on I-17 Southbound Access Road for reasons unknown.Furthermore, the impact of the first collision sent the vehicle into a black Subaru stopped at a light.Unfortunately, three people were confirmed dead and their identities were not yet released and the vehicles they were in were unknown.Consequently, one driver was arrested and he was suspected to be driving under the influence.Meanwhile, the southbound lanes of I-17 were blocked during the length of th...

1 Hospitalized after Pedestrian Accident on U.S. 60 [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

One Injured in Pedestrian Collision near Myrtle AvenuePHOENIX, AZ (July 17, 2023) – One victim was hospitalized Sunday morning, after a pedestrian accident on U.S. 60.Authorities responded to the scene around 1:50 a.m., near the intersection of Grand and Myrtle Avenue.Officers say the driver of a vehicle struck a pedestrian in the area for reasons under investigation.Upon impact, the driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.Meanwhile, paramedics transported the pedestrian to a nearby hospital for further treatment of unspecified injuries. Although, police have not yet released their identity.Emergency crews closed off the westbound lanes from 59th to 67th Avenue during cleanup and preliminary duties. Once available, further details will be provided.Operating a vehicle under the influence is one of the most dangerous things you can do as a driver. If you find yourself unable to safely drive, you can always contact a Lyft, Uber or taxi service instead. ...

Felipe Uriostegui Dies in Rollover Collision on State Route 97 [Toppenish, WA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

34-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Rollover Accident near ToppenishTOPPENISH, WA (July 17, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, Felipe Uriostegui was killed in a rollover collision on State Route 97.Police responded to the scene after 3:00 a.m., about two miles north of Toppenish after receiving multiple dispatch calls.According to reports, Uriostegui was driving north when he rear-ended another vehicle and lost control. The vehicle then left the roadway and overturned before landing on its wheels.First responders arrived and pronounced 34-year-old Uriostegui dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the other driver remained uninjured.Crews also say both involved vehicles were totaled. At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided.Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Felipe Uriostegui. Thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.Reach out to Sweet James toda...

Bison gores Arizona woman visiting Yellowstone

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

By Raja Razek and Zoe Sottile | CNNA bison gored a 47-year-old Arizona woman Monday morning in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming, leaving her with significant injuries to her chest and abdomen, park officials said.The woman was walking with another person in a field near the Lake Lodge Cabins on Yellowstone Lake’s north shore when they saw two bison, the park said in a news release.The people turned to walk away from the bison, but one of the animals charged and gored the woman, the release reads.A helicopter took the woman to a hospital in Idaho. Details about the woman’s condition weren’t available, according to the release.“It is unknown how close the individuals were to the bison when it charged,” the release reads. “This incident remains under investigation.”Yellowstone was home to about 5,900 bison as of summer 2022, according to the National Park Service. The large herbivores have lived continuously in the area of the park since prehistoric times, despite almost going exti...

Letters: Unsolved problems | Oakland police | Junior rodeos | AI rules | Alternative Constitution | Open door

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:42:10 GMT

Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor.Despite effort, money,problems go unsolvedA review of the Contra Costa County Civil Grand Jury Report Summaries 2022-2023 is alarming in that it reports the failure of local governments to make progress in several areas.Considerable money and effort have been poured into implementing progress in areas such as affordable housing, Concord Naval Weapons Station development and affordable housing with little or no results and often for many years. Why can’t these governments make more progress?My sense is that voters are not demanding timely action and the governments have their own agendas of much less importance.John AmosPleasant HillOakland must solvepolice staffing problemRe: “911 call dispatch suffers glitches” (Page A1, July 8).As Oakland police union head Donelan states: “There’s no concern for public safety among the leadership of this city.”The article notes Oakla...