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Debating the possible return of state control of St. Louis police

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

ST. LOUIS – With violence swirling around St. Louis, debate is ongoing in Jefferson City on whether the state should take over the city’s police department.The state ran the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department until 2013, when citizens voted to return control of police to the police. But the department’s disputes with St. Louis Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner, who recently announced she’ll step down June 1, and other issues has led many lawmakers to believe police would be better off if Jefferson City ran things rather that St. Louis officials.St. Louis Mayor Tishaura Jones is dead set against losing control of the police and having that go to the state of Missouri, much like Kansas City.The Ethical Society of Police, which represents Black officers, is in agreement with the St. Louis Police Officers Association that a state takeover would be for the best.Chris Goodson, a former head of the city police board, oversaw the department under state control. He was appointed to the boar...

Shooting at Arvada bar wounds at least one person, leaves deputies looking for suspects

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

At least one person is wounded after a fight escalated into a shooting at the Pour Decisions bar, and Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputies on Monday were looking for suspects.The shooting happened shortly before midnight Sunday, following a fight inside the bar, at 6050 W. 55th Place in Arvada, Jefferson County authorities said in a posting on Twitter. The fighting spilled outside, where a crowd formed, and witnesses counted more than 20 gunshots fired, authorities said. Deputies are investigating to determine who was involved and said there may be more victims.One gunshot victim went to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.The authorities are asking that anybody who was there at Pour Decisions Sunday, or who has information, call an anonymous tip line: 303-271-5612.#JCSO searching for suspects in shooting around 11:45 last night at Pour Decisions bar, 6050 W 55th Pl. One person injured. If you were there or have info, please call our tip-line at 303-271-56...

Denver weather: Mostly sunny warm day, possible rain in afternoon and night

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

Denver residents face blue skies, a mostly sunny day with rain showers here and there in the afternoon, intensifying at night with possible thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service.The high temperature in Denver will be 76 degrees, weather service forecasters said. Light wind blowing at about 11 miles per hour could gust at speeds up to 18 mph in the afternoon.Across northern and northeastern Colorado, scattered rain showers are expected Monday afternoon, and more are likely later in the week. Some storms on the high plains Monday afternoon could bring wind gusting at speeds up to 40 miles per hour and small hail, forecasters said.Today will be another pleasant day temperature-wise with highs in the 70s across the plains. Isolated showers and storms will form this afternoon and evening with the best coverage from Monument Hill to Akron to Holyoke. #COwx pic.twitter.com/GYT9thhj0J— NWS Boulder (@NWSBoulder) May 8, 2023On Tuesday, the high temperature in Denver i...

Wrong-way driver killed in fiery crash on 101 Freeway in East Hollywood: CHP

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

A suspected wrong-way driver was killed in a fiery crash on the 101 Freeway in East Hollywood early Monday, officials said.The incident unfolded around 4 a.m. on the southbound side of the highway near the Santa Monica Boulevard exit, according to the California Highway Patrol.CHP Roberto Gomez told KTLA that a red Prius was going down the fast lane around 80 mph in the wrong direction when it sideswiped a sedan and later crashed into a pickup truck, causing both cars to go up in flames.At least one patient was reported trapped and had to be rescued.A firefighter works to put out flames after a wrong-way crash on the 101 Freeway in East Hollywood on May 8, 2023. (TNLA)A burned out vehicle remains on the 101 Freeway following a fatal wrong-way crash on May 9, 2023. (TNLA)Traffic was backed up for miles after the fiery crash on May 9, 2023. (KTLA)The CHP investigates a fatal wrong-way crash on the 101 Freeway in East Hollywood on May 9, 2023. (KTLA)The suspected wrong-way driver was d...

The Evolving Legal Landscape Of Delta-8 THC In Kentucky

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

View the original article about Delta-8 In Kentucky at Real Tested CBD.A closer look at the latest regulations, restrictions, and requirements affecting Delta-8 THC in the Bluegrass StateThe legal landscape of delta-8 THC is complex and ever-changing, with state-specific regulations impacting the cannabinoid’s accessibility. Kentucky has recently introduced new measures that affect delta-8 THC, adding another layer of complexity.Let’s take an in-depth look at these recent developments, as well as some background on delta-8 THC, its production process, and potential effects.Background: What is Delta-8 THC?Delta-8 THC, or delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol, is a naturally occurring compound found in cannabis plants, known as a cannabinoid. It is a minor cannabinoid, present in smaller amounts than other cannabinoids like CBD or delta-9 THC, the traditionally known form of THC.Delta-8 THC has gained attention for its potential benefits and milder psychoactive effects compared to its mo...

Sarah Grace White Digs Hats

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

The Blue NileHats (Linn/A&M)Sarah Grace White Digs Hats: Los Angeles singer, songwriter and actor Sarah Grace White told us about her love for a Blue Nile gem.(Linn/A&M)Sarah Grace White:  Say you’re in your own movie – it’s the late 80s and you’re a leading man – maybe Tom Cruise or Hanks, and you’re walking in a fictional New York, trench coat on, you’ve got your whole life at once ahead of and behind you. Maybe you almost got divorced but you remembered when you saw your wife for the first time and you called the whole thing off; maybe you got fired but it feels good to be free. And you’re walking, and it’s raining, and who knows what the night has in store. If this is you, or you are me, a girl in her 20s, you are listening to “The Downtown Lights,” by the Blue Nile.I love this record, and this band. It is such a perfect combination of emotional and restrained. My favorite thing in music is space – how much sound can you hear from something so simple; h...

Investigators reveal more details about the gunman who killed 8 people at a Texas mall — including possible right-wing extremism

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

The second-deadliest US mass shooting of the year unfolded at a shopping mall in an affluent suburb in Texas, leaving eight victims dead and investigators probing whether the killer may have been driven by right-wing extremism.Authorities have not yet announced a motive for why the gunman, 33-year-old Mauricio Garcia, unleashed a hailstorm of bullets Saturday at Allen Premium Outlets — about 25 miles north of Dallas.Garcia, who was killed on the scene by an Allen police officer who was on a call nearby when the shooting started, was wearing an insignia that authorities believe may be associated with extremist groups, a senior law enforcement source familiar with the investigation tells CNN.Investigators have unearthed an extensive social media presence, including neo-Nazi and White supremacist-related posts and images that authorities believe Garcia shared online, according to the source.The US has suffered at least 201 mass shootings within the first five months of this year, accor...

San Francisco homicide: Woman stabbed in Duboce Triangle

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

A woman was fatally stabbed Friday in San Francisco’s Duboce Triangle neighborhood, and a suspect was arrested, police said.Police were called to a building in the 400 block of Duboce Avenue around 11 a.m. Friday because of an “unresponsive person.” Officers found a 64-year-old woman with an apparent stab wound. She died at the scene.A suspect, a 41-year-old San Francisco man, was found in the building. He was arrested on suspicion of murder and resisting arrest, police said.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Bay Area homicides 2023: Map and details

Oakland teacher’s strike day 3: OUSD and union don’t reach weekend agreement; strike still on for Monday

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

The Oakland Unified School District and Oakland Education Association did not reach a bargaining agreement over the weekend, launching the strike affecting 34,000 students into its third day Monday.The latest package from the school district included pay bumps for teachers and staff, one-time bonuses of $5,000, and responses to some of the union’s demands, such as training staff to de-escalate mental health crises.The two sides appeared closest on compensation changes, as the district was offering to boost salaries from 13% to 22% for the next school year.The district and union discussed “common good” items on Sunday, which the union has strongly advocated for throughout the negotiation process. The union’s common good demands include aid with housing for the districts 1,500 unhoused students, according to the union, alongside safety and racial injustice concerns.“[Sunday], the district did discuss Common Good items with us, including Community Schools, for t...

LeBron James’s son Bronny commits to USC basketball

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:22:31 GMT

Sierra Canyon’s Bronny James will don the cardinal and gold.The 6-foot-3 senior guard announced his commitment to play at USC on Saturday afternoon via Instagram. James picked USC over scholarship offers from Ohio State and Memphis. Oregon was also reportedly among one of James’ top schools.James was selected as a McDonald’s All-American this year after averaging 14.1 points, 5.5 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 27 games. The combo guard is rated a four-star recruit on ESPN and a five-star prospect in the 247Sports.com composite rankings.James – the eldest son of Lakers star LeBron James – has had a wild four-year high school career at Sierra Canyon. Since his freshman season, the program’s reputation combined with the star-studded last name created a circus of flashing lights, Youtube videos that garnered millions of views, filled NBA arenas, and even a documentary on Amazon Prime called “Top Class”.“First of all, congratulations to my son on his next journey, on picking a great univers...