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State fire marshal urges Missourians not to set off fireworks amid drought

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - It's hot and dry and because of drought conditions across Missouri. The state fire marshal is asking residents to avoid using fireworks this Fourth of July.As drought conditions continue to worsen, the state's top fire official is warning Missourians, anything that can cause a spark, like a cigarette or firework, have a greater change of starting a fire and because of this dry weather, it can spread twice as fast."We are alarmed at the conditions and if people aren't wise and considerate of that, we could see some dramatic situations," Missouri State Fire Marshal Tim Bean said.With nearly all of Missouri currently experiencing a drought, firework safety is even more pivotal this year. Under state statute, Bean does not have the authority to prohibit firearms because of the drought. Instead, county commissioners can decide to put a burn ban into place. ‘Devastating loss’ – Sk8 Liborius burns down in overnight fire "I have taken many phone calls in the last sev...

Cardinals' Nolan Arenado elected to start in MLB All-Star Game

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

NEW YORK (AP) — Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout was elected to his 11th All-Game and four Texas Rangers were chosen by fans for the American League’s lineup for the July 11 game at Seattle’s T-Mobile Park.Trout was voted to start for the 10th time and will be joined in the AL lineup by teammate Shohei Ohtani, who last week was chosen at designated hitter as the league's top-vote getter in the first round.Nine first-time starters were picked by fans, including three Rangers: catcher Jonah Heim, shortstop Corey Seager and third baseman Josh Jung.Rangers second baseman Marcus Semien was chosen for his second start.Texas’ previous high was three starters in 2012, when Adrian Beltré, Josh Hamilton and Mike Napoli were picked.Tampa Bay first baseman Yandy Díaz and outfielder Randy Arozarena were among the first-time starters, joined by Atlanta shortstop Orlando Arcia and catcher Sean Murphy, Miami second baseman Luis Arraez and Atlanta outfielder Corbin Carroll.Three Los Ange...

Death penalty case against Marcellus Williams will continue, Parson says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

COLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — A death penalty case will continue against a Missouri man who is citing new DNA evidence in his innocence claim for the stabbing death of a former newspaper reporter, the governor announced Thursday.Republican Gov. Mike Parson dissolved a panel of five former judges who had been tasked with reviewing Marcellus Williams' case and ended a stay on his execution. No execution date has been set yet.Williams was convicted of killing former St. Louis Post-Dispatch reporter Lisha Gayle during a 1998 burglary at her home in University City. Gayle, 42, was a reporter at the Post-Dispatch from 1981 to 1992 before leaving to do social work. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News SIGN UP NOW “This Board was established nearly six years ago, and it is...

PHOTOS: Coors Field gets heavy hail dump before Rockies game vs. Dodgers

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

A summer storm packing heavy rain, high winds and large hail swept over Coors Field in Denver on Thursday, June 29, 2023. The Colorado Rockies were set to host the Los Angeles Dodgers, Thursday.Related ArticlesWeather | From pea-sized pebbles to climate currency, hail storm hits metro Denver Weather | The knocking on your windows late at night in Colorado could be hail Weather | Motorists advised to avoid I-25 through Denver for flooding, I-70 near Bennett for destructive hail Weather | Denver weather: Afternoon thunderstorms likely, possible hail, tornadoes on eastern plains Weather | Denver weather: Hot and sunny, ahead of afternoon thunderstorms later this week

Murrieta woman suffers hundreds of bee stings in attack seen on video

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

Disturbing cell phone video shows an elderly woman getting stung by hundreds, and perhaps over a thousand bees, outside her home in Murrieta on Wednesday.The situation unfolded around 2 p.m. in the 23000 block of Spring Branch Court.“She staggered to where her car is, and then she fell to the ground,” a neighbor, who only wanted to be identified as Chuck, told KTLA on Thursday. “The bees were relentless. They were attacking her. They were attacking everyone that was in the neighborhood.”Chuck says he had just arrived home when another neighbor yelled to tell him that the victim, Linda, was being swarmed.Cell phone video shows an elderly woman getting stung by hundreds, and perhaps over a thousand bees, outside her home in Murrieta, Calif. June 28, 2023. “She was fully covered from the waist up,” Chuck said.The other neighbor tried to intervene but with no luck.“I ran over there, and I tried to help her … tried to spray her with a hose, but they started attacking me,” the woman who r...

Bomb squad investigates suspicious item in Burbank

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

A bomb squad is investigating a suspicious item discovered in a Burbank neighborhood on Thursday.Burbank Police received a call reporting an unidentified package spotted outside of a home on the 1800 block of Maple Street around 4 p.m.A bomb squad from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department responded to the scene. The package appears to be isolated in a backyard as authorities work to identify the item.An LASD bomb squad is investigating a suspicious item found in a Burbank neighborhood on June 29, 2023. (KTLA)An LASD bomb squad is investigating a suspicious item found in a Burbank neighborhood on June 29, 2023. (KTLA)An LASD bomb squad is investigating a suspicious item found in a Burbank neighborhood on June 29, 2023. (KTLA)An LASD bomb squad is investigating a suspicious item found in a Burbank neighborhood on June 29, 2023. (KTLA)An LASD bomb squad is investigating a suspicious item found in a Burbank neighborhood on June 29, 2023. (KTLA)It's unclear where the package came ...

Burbank police seeking additional victims of alleged sex offender 

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

Detectives with the Burbank Police Department are asking for the public’s help in locating additional victims of a 54-year-old man arrested in Dec. 2022 for inappropriate sexual contact with minors, authorities announced Thursday.  Artur R. Suslow's arrest came after allegations that his continued sexual crimes dated back more than a decade, according to a BPD news release.  The 54-year-old has been charged with two counts of committing lewd and lascivious acts with a child and one count of continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14 years old by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.  He is currently in the custody of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department where his bail was set at $1.55 million. Suslow is scheduled to appear in court for a preliminary hearing in August.  Artur R. Suslow, 54, is described as a white male standing 5 foot 7 inches tall and weighing approximately 160 pounds. He was arrested for sex crimes in Dec. 2022. (Burba...

L.A. County health officials offer tips for staying cool ahead of hot holiday weekend

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

Brace yourself: It’s going to be a hot weekend heading into the July 4 holiday.Hot and dry conditions, along with elevated fire weather, are expected across the desert, lower mountains and interior valleys of Southern California Friday through Monday, according to the National Weather Service.Temperatures are expected to peak in the 90s and up to 109 in some areas, with the hottest temps expected Saturday and/or Sunday.An excessive heat warning will likely be in place in the Antelope and Santa Clarita valleys, while a heat advisory is possible in San Luis Obispo County, Ventura County and Los Angeles County mountains, according to the weather service.The agency recommends that residents hydrate and reduce exposure to heat.“Take care with possible fire ignition sources such as fireworks and lawn care equipment,” the weather service added.Los Angeles County Public Health officials also warned about substantial health risks associated with extreme heat, especially for young children, t...

Steve L McClune Pronounced Dead in Two-Vehicle Crash on Summit Valley Road [Hesperia, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

Vehicle Collision Between Agate Road and Telephone Canyon Road Kills 57-Year-Old Hesperia ManHESPERIA, CA (June 29, 2023) – Monday evening, Steve L McClune died following a two-vehicle collision on Summit Valley Road.Fire units of the San Bernardino County Fire responded to the crash on May 22nd, at around 6:47 p.m., between Agate Road and Telephone Canyon Road.Upon arrival, fire officials determined that a silver 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander and a white 2019 Chevy Traverse collided near Bandicoot Trail. Reports said both vehicles received significant damages.Following the collision, firefighters declared the Mitsubishi driver dead at the scene. Later, the coroner’s office identified the deceased driver as 57-year-old Steve L McClune of Hesperia.In addition, paramedics rushed two other people to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Their identities have not been publicly disclosed at this time.Responders from the city of Hesperia Public Works prompted the cl...

Vira Zheltonozhko Pronounced Dead Following Pedestrian Accident on Antelope Road [Citrus Heights, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:19:45 GMT

Pedestrian-Auto Collision near Auburn Boulevard Left 82-Year-Old Woman DeadCITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (June 29, 2023) – Tuesday night, a pedestrian accident on Antelope Road left Vira Zheltonozhko with fatal injuries. The deadly collision happened at around 8:20 p.m. along eastbound Antelope Road, between Lauppe Lane and Auburn Boulevard. Responding officers discovered the pedestrian lying on the sidewalk with major injuries. Unfortunately, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene, despite the life-saving efforts of the first responders. In addition, multiple utility poles and a traffic light received significant damage from the collision.Police said the driver involved did not sustain any injuries. At this time, it’s unknown if drugs and alcohol played a role in the incident. On Wednesday, the Sacramento County coroner’s office identified the deceased pedestrian as 82-year-old Vira Zheltonozhko of Citrus Heights. Sacramento County Officials are asking anyone with additional ...