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Crash kills 3 people Monday night in St. Louis County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - Three people died in a late night crash in Florissant. It happened just after 9 p.m. Monday on New Halls Ferry Road near Seven Hills Drive. Win a trip to Margaritaville Lake Resort at Lake of the Ozarks Officials said a woman driving a Ford Fusion crossed the center line and collided with a Cadillac SUV. The crash instantly killed the driver of that Cadillac and her passenger.The driver of the Ford Fusion was taken to a hospital, where she also died.

Aurora leaders speak out against ballot initiative that would change city’s government

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

AURORA — A group of bipartisan leaders in Aurora came together Monday to speak out against a new ballot proposal that is seeking to change the way the city is governed and give much more power to the city’s mayor.Related ArticlesPolitics | Colorado Springs residents for first time elect Black mayor, Nigerian immigrant Yemi Mobolade Politics | Lauren Boebert files for divorce from husband Politics | ‘Unable to put on a successful event:’ High Plains Library District’s Popup Pride Celebration canceled Politics | Colorado county flouts state law aimed at curbing gerrymandering Politics | Colorado lawmakers could delay gray wolf reintroduction until management agreement reached with feds Denver7 spoke with Aurora council members who are concerned about this new push which would turn the city’s government into a “strong mayor” system.The proposal would give the mayor in Aurora ve...

Boulder King Soopers defendant undergoes neuropsychological exams, involuntary treatment

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa, pictured during a May 25, 2021, appearance in a Boulder County District courtroom at the Boulder County Justice Center, has been declared incompetent to proceed to trial and ordered to undergo treatment. (Matthew Jonas/Boulder Daily Camera)A motion filed by prosecutors revealed that the reason for the delay in the competency hearing for the accused King Soopers shooter is the state hospital had recently administered neuropsychological exams and involuntary medication.Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa, 24, is charged with 10 counts of first-degree murder, 47 counts of attempted first-degree murder, one count of first-degree assault, 10 counts of felony possession of a prohibited large capacity magazine and 47 crime of violence sentence enhancers.Alissa had been set for a three-day competency hearing starting Monday, but court records show the hearing has been continued.A motion made public Monday shows that the request to push back the hearing was made by prosecutors, and ...

Broncos release veteran kicker Brandon McManus

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

Brandon McManus delivered the news himself.The kicker’s tenure in Denver is coming to an end. The last player on the roster who played in Super Bowl 50 has been released.So said the veteran himself, announcing his impending departure from the franchise via Twitter on Tuesday, shortly before the team confirmed the news.“The Broncos have informed me I’ve been released. More to come in the following days,” McManus wrote.The @Broncos have informed me I’ve been released. More to come in the following days— Brandon McManus (@thekidmcmanus) May 23, 2023Related ArticlesDenver Broncos | Broncos Mailbag: Isn’t all of Denver’s spending a waste if they don’t get off to a hot start? Denver Broncos | Weighing the impact for Broncos of NFL’s third QB rule change and Thursday night flex scheduling Denver Broncos | Kiszla vs. Gabriel: What’s the most production Broncos can expect from Javonte Williams i...

Skittles ban passes in the California State Assembly, expected to pass Senate

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

California is one step closer to enacting a law that would ban Skittles, Hot Tamales and a host of other food items that contain chemicals linked to health issues.Assembly Bill 418, proposed by Jesse Gabriel (D-Woodland Hills), passed overwhelmingly in the California State Assembly last week and now heads to the State Senate, where it is also expected to pass, staffers tell KTXL's Eytan Wallace.Gov. Gavin Newsom has not indicated whether or not he would sign the legislation.The bill would prohibit the manufacture, sale or distribution of products containing red dye No. 3, titanium dioxide, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil or propyl paraben in the Golden State.Those chemicals, which are already banned in the European Union, have been linked to cancer, reproductive issues and developmental issues in children, Gabriel says.“It’s unacceptable that the U.S. is so far behind the rest of the world when it comes to banning these dangerous additives,” Gabriel said in a statement. ...

Swap meet vendors plead for help amid Fiesta Mini Mall's pending demolition

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

Dozens of swap meet vendors are worried for their livelihoods after they received a notice to vacate the Fiesta Mini Mall next month.The building at 4800 South Main Street in the South Park neighborhood of South Los Angeles is expected to be closed and demolished to make way for new development, according to the United Vendors of Fiesta Mini Mall.The vendors gathered at Los Angeles City Hall on Tuesday to protest their eviction and to ask the council — specifically Councilmember Curren Price — for assistance.

Containment grows for Ramona Fire in Riverside County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

The Ramona Fire in Riverside County grew slightly larger overnight Monday, but containment has grown as well.As of 7 a.m. Tuesday, the fire grew to 348 acres — up from 328 acres as of about 8:30 p.m. Monday — but it was 35% contained, the Riverside County Fire Department said on Twitter.Monday night, the blaze near the Ramona Expressway and Warren Road west of San Jacinto was only 20% contained.Evacuation orders were implemented for a few hours Monday, though they were lifted by that evening, and roads have been reopened."Firefighters will remain on-scene throughout the day working on continued containment and control. Please continue to use caution in the fire area as apparatus and personnel are working," fire officials said.

Ronnie Crnkovic Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash near 35th Avenue [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

59-Year-Old Man Dead after a Fatal Hit-and-Run Collision near Acoma DrivePHOENIX, AZ (May 23, 2023) – Early Tuesday morning, police responded to a collision that claimed the life of Ronnie Crnkovic.The incident happened on May 9th, at around 5:30 a.m., near the intersection of 35th Avenue and Acoma Drive.According to the Phoenix police, the collision involved a vehicle driven by Crnkovic and a pickup truck.Investigation showed that Crnkovic was stopped at the intersection when the pickup truck traveling on 35th Avenue struck him from behind. The pickup truck then fled the scene without rendering aid to the victim.After officers arrived at the scene, they found Crnkovic with serious injuries and transported him to a local hospital for treatment. There, medics pronounced 59-year-old Ronnie Crnkovic dead, due to the extent of his injuries.Meanwhile crews shut down the area surrounding the intersection for cleanup and preliminary duties.At this time, officials have not released an...

Josiah Boteilho Killed in Wrong-Way Crash on 30th Street [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

Bartolome Godinez-Perez Arrested following Head-On Crash near Greenway RoadPHOENIX, AZ (May 19, 2023) – On Sunday morning, Josiah Boteilho was killed and 6 other family members were injured in a wrong-way collision.The incident happened on May 14th, just after 8:00 a.m., near 32nd Street and Greenway Road involving two vehicles.Investigation showed that a pickup truck driven by 36-year-old Bartolome Godinez-Perez was traveling southbound on 31st Street. There, the pickup failed to yield at a stop sign.Additionally, reports showed that Godinez-Perez was driving against traffic when he collided with a vehicle occupied by seven people.As a result, all of the family members suffered minor to extreme injuries. First responders transported the victims to a local hospital for treatment. At the hospital, medics pronounced 13-year-old Josiah Boteilho dead due to the extent of his injuries.Meanwhile, Godinez-Perez remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Police later arres...

Klash of the Titans with Kreator and Sepultura

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:20:51 GMT

Klash of the Titans with Kreator and Sepultura: They’re calling this thrash metal tour the Klash of the Titans, a nod to the old Clash of the Titans tours that featured Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax. This isn’t quite as magnificent, but it’s still good. German old school thrashers Kreator have never let up, and the current lineup of Sepultura proudly keeps the torch burning. Original Bay Area scene-pioneers Death Angel also play, as do SpiritWorld.Last year saw Kreator release their fifteenth studio album, Hate Über Alles. “The last decade has been a particularly exciting time for the group, with 2012’s Phantom Antichrist proving how they could embrace modern production techniques and move with the times without forsaking the underground spirit and defiance which made them a household name in the first place,” reads the press release. “Its successor, 2017’s Gods Of Violence, saw them topping the German charts for the very first time in their career, a feat virtually...