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Wentzville man sentenced in White Castle shooting, armed robberies

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A federal judge sentenced a Wentzville man Thursday in connection with two armed robberies at a White Caste restaurant in University City, including one that led him to shooting an employee. Matthew Sabir, 38, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, nearly one year after both armed robberies and the shooting occurred. He targeted the White Castle restaurant in the 7300 block of Olive Boulevard. Thieves target car washes, business owners band together to fight back According to a plea agreement, Sabir entered the restaurant on June 22, 2022 and demanded "all the $20 and $50 bills" from an employee. Sabir reportedly placed a semi-automatic pistol on the countertop and left with around $180 in cash. Later that week, after a failed robbery of a gas station in Berkeley, Sabir returned to the White Castle. Per his plea agreement, he told employees "Give me money. Don’t move. Don’t run,” and pointed a pistol at them. Several employees ran away, and Sabir opened fire, hitti...

A bike ride with a great purpose-it’s the Stop The Violence Bike Ride

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Make sure your bike is ready to roll because one of the best bike rides is getting ready to roll. It’s free and brings an important message and mission - stop the violence in our community. Joining us Thursday is the organizer, Shawn Walker. See how this year’s ride is gearing up!Stop The Violence RideJuly 28, from 8:00 a.m. to NoonMeet at the YMCA Rec-Plex parking lot at 4343 West FlorissantEventbrite.comCandyShopBikes.com

Time to make a career move with HerMove business workshop!

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Make the next move and level up your business. Learn from the best at this upcoming business seminar. It’s called 'HerMove Workshop,' and it’s happening July 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This isn’t your regular sit-down all day and take notes. It's going to fun, interactive, and mind-blowing with creativity and ideas. Britteney Ofodile is the woman behind this event be sure to sign up and learn from the best!BritteneyTheCoach.com

These areas of California could be underwater by 2050

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

Residents of the northeastern U.S. saw firsthand this summer the devastation flooding can cause in a community. Unfortunately, scientists predict flooding will only become more common as the years go on. A map created by Climate Central, an organization of scientists and journalists focused on studying the impacts of climate change, shows what the future may hold for coastal communities as sea level rises.In the first map (below), we set the projections to include sea level rise and typical annual flooding (weather that can be expected every year). We set the map to include what would happen with "unchecked pollution" between now and 2050. That setting most closely matches the current path we're on, Climate Central said. Earth gets hotter, deadlier despite decades of global climate talks For luck, we set the bar to "medium," which reflects the middle range of possibilities predicted by scientists. Explore the interactive map below to zoom in on impacts around the country. You can...

Ocean water use warning in effect for several L.A. County beaches 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has issued an ocean water use warning for multiple beaches as temperatures continue to rise through the end of the week. The warnings advise individuals who visit the following beaches in L.A. County to avoid swimming, surfing and playing in the ocean waters due to bacteria levels exceeding health standards: Within 100 yards up and down the coast from the public access steps at Marie Canyon Storm Drain at Puerco Beach in Malibu Within 100 yards up and down the coast from the creek at Topanga Canyon Beach in Malibu Within 100 yards up and down the coast from lifeguard tower #3 at Malibu Point at Surfrider Beach 100 yards up and down the coast from the public restrooms at Malibu Lagoon State Beach at Surfrider Beach The entire swim area at Mothers Beach in Marina del Rey 100 yards up and down the coast from the Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica Elsewhere, Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro has ha...

New forecast released for California, and it's looking hot

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

This summer of heat waves, "wet bulb" danger, and record temperatures isn't cooling down anytime soon – at least not for most states. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its weather predictions for August on Thursday, showing the vast majority of the U.S. painted in shades of orange and red. The darker the color, the more likely a place is to see above-average temperatures next month. Things look worst in the Pacific Northwest, where western Oregon and Washington have a 60 to 70 percent chance of an extra-hot August. El Niño officially arrives early: What it means for 2023 weather But almost no one is spared. The entire west, south and east parts of the country are favoring above-average heat next month, according to the forecast.Only a handful of states have slight chances to see below-average temperatures this August: North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Minnesota, Iowa, and parts of other nearby states. States shaded in white are a toss up: NOAA meteo...

L.A. Investigates Sudden Tree Trimming Where Striking Writers and Actors Picketed

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

The city of Los Angeles is investigating a sudden trimming of trees outside Universal Studios Hollywood where striking actors and writers picketed.Members of both the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) have picketed in the area and there were suspicions that the tree-trimming was done maliciously and without proper city permits.L.A. City Controller Kenneth Mejia looked into the matter and said there were no permits granted for the trimmed trees.“Our Office is investigating the tree trimming that occurred outside Universal Studios where workers, writers, and actors are exercising their right to picket,”  Mejia said in a statement. “Trees are essential to providing Angelenos with significant environmental and public health benefits, especially during a heatwave.”(Via Kenneth Mejia/L.A. City Controller)Not only had no permits been granted this week, but permits had been asked for...

One Pronounced Dead Following Rollover Accident on Alameda Boulevard [Albuquerque, NM]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

Rollover Crash near Pan American Freeway Claims the Life of OneALBUQUERQUE, NM (July 20, 2023) – Late Sunday night, one person lost their life after a rollover accident on Alameda Boulevard.The accident happened around 10:51 p.m. on July 16th, near Pan American Freeway and Frontage Road.According to reports, a vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed when it lost control, rolling over off the roadway.First responders quickly arrived at the scene and pronounced the driver dead due to the extent of their injuries.Authorities have yet to release any information about their identity, or any other parties involved at this time.Furthermore, the fatal crash on Alameda Boulevard closed multiple lanes for several hours as clearing operations took place.At this time, authorities have not released further updates however an active investigation is still ongoing.No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are wit...

Octavio Pedrisco Rivas Pronounced Dead Following Wrong-Way Crash on Highway 101 [Sonoma County, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

36-Year-Old Wrong-Way Driver Dies after a Deadly Collision near GeyservilleSONOMA COUNTY, CA (July 20, 2023) – Thursday evening, a wrong-way crash on Highway 101 killed Octavio Pedrisco Rivas.On July 13th, just before 9:50 p.m., a reported wrong-way crash on U.S. Highway 101 near Geyserville was responded to by the police.According to CHP Officer David deRutte, a Nissan Sentra was headed southbound in the northbound lanes near Dutcher Creek Road.Furthermore, the Nissan collided head-on with a GMC Yukon driven by a 45-year-old man headed northbound.Consequently, both the Nissan and the GMC were engulfed in flames and the driver of the GMC was trapped. He was later extricated by firefighters.As a result, the driver of the GMC suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was flown to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital.Meanwhile, the wrong-way driver, later identified as 36-year-old Octavio Pedrisco Rivas, died at the scene, confirmed by responding authorities.Also, the author...

RFK Jr. defends himself against accusations of racism, antisemitism

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:52:58 GMT

By Lisa Mascaro and Ali Swenson | Associated PressWASHINGTON — Robert F. Kennedy Jr. worked to defend himself Thursday against accusations that he traffics in racist and hateful online conspiracy theories, testifying at a House hearing on government censorship despite requests from outside groups to disinvite the Democratic presidential candidate after his recent antisemitic remarks.The Republican-led Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government is amplifying GOP claims that conservatives and others are being unfairly targeted by technology companies that routinely work with the government to try to stem the spread of disinformation online. Democrats argued that free speech comes with responsibilities not to spread misinformation, particularly when it fans violence.In opening remarks, Kennedy invoked his famous family’s legacy in decrying the complaints of racism and antisemitism against him.“This is an attempt to censor a censorship hearing,”...